Nextel comm IR1200 User's Manual
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1. ees 55 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy sse 55 Medical and Personal Electronic Devices ccscceseseeseesececeeeeeeseeneeeeeeaee 55 Pacemakers ias e ee En min nn ie pulse 55 Hearing Aidanin iniae a nn sinn Dienstes 56 Other Medical Devices eneren en a 56 Interference with Other Electronic Devices eene 56 Copyright and Trademark 4 eee eee eee eese esee tne en tenens testas tasa suaen 57 j Yn 61 IMPORTANT Please Read Safety Notice on Page 55 before using the iR1200 Modem Last Updated RFM 4000 5015 Rev 1 May 2003 Table of Contents Table of Figures Page Figure 1 iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem 9 Figure 2 Rear Panel of iR1200 Rugged Modem 11 Figure 3 Rear Panel of iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem 11 Figure 4 Dimension of iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem 15 Figure 5 iR1200 Installation Wiring Diagram Vehicle 24 Figure 6 Modem Power Wiring Diagram Level 1 25 Figure 7 Modem Power Wiring Diagram Level 2 26 Figure 8 iR1200 Installation Wiring Diagram Stationary 34 Figure 9 iR1200 Front Panel Layout 39 iR1200 Modem FCC Compliance FCC Compliance DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC CFR 47 2 989 Responsible party name eLutions Inc Address 5905 Breckenridge Parkway Suite F Tampa FL 33610 Phone number 1 800 836 9909 Hereby declares that the2. eese ener nnne nnns 31 Approved Antennas eese esee ethernet enne naar nana nene ian 31 Select Antenna Location AAN 32 Mount the Antenna s eei tee RH aient teer te eee i 32 Mount GPS Antenna optional eese 32 Route and Connect Cables essent 34 Approved Cables i ana e 34 Connect Power Cable eie ecce etd e ase ele erede epe eee eh 34 Connect Antenna Cables eese eene nnne nennen 35 Connect Data Cal aan seen 35 Verifying Installation sessssossossossorsossnsnusnnsnnsnnsnrsnsnnsnnssnsnnsansnnsnnsnnsnssnnnen 37 Powering Up the Modena tdt 37 Powering Up Vehicle Installation eee 37 Powering Up Building Installation eee 38 Communication Indicators sese nnne 38 Packet Dat ode pu E E HR EU RO DEO RR AES 40 Circuit Switched Data ea ee tenere tinere tee tits 40 Troubleshooting eere eres eese eene eene nent nn tasto stas tn eines estos ens en senses euae 41 Common Problems 0 ee est reete oe ene bie pe eg 41 Diagnostic Port gene icin Hey tee has e a ee 44 iR1200 Modem HyperTerminal Setup oo eee ssceseseceseescseceecsecseeseeseeeseceeeeseeaeeseeeeeaes 45 DIARIOS Menus ae a REO ERE Eire EIS er e nea 47 Unsolicited Firmware Updates eee 51 Safety 1r vro ocaci n sioba osoo osoba soie aroso 55 Safe and Efficient Operation Guidelines
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4. Powering Up the Modem Once you have completed the installation of the modem s hardware components and connected all the power cables power up the modem to ensure that the installation was successful Powering Up Vehicle Installation The following table contains the steps for powering up the modem for a vehicle installation 1 Turn on the vehicle s ignition 2 The STATUS LED light will initially blink Red This indicates that the modem is searching for a signal within the Nextel network 3 A blinking Green light indicates that a signal has been found and the modem was successful in making a connection 4 The STATUS LED should blink Green within 3 minutes from the time the vehicle s ignition was turned ON RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 37 iR1200 Modem Powering Up Building Installation To turn on the iR1200 modem an ignition signal is required at the ignition connector Use the ignition sense short plug to simulate an ignition signal to power up the modem The following table contains the steps for powering up the modem for a building installation 1 Insert the ignition bypass plug into the 4 prong IGNITION connector located in the rear panel of the modem refer to Figures 2 and 3 on Page 11 Plug the AC power cord into a standard 2 prong polarized wall socket The STATUS LED light will first blink Red This indicates that the modem is searching for a signal within the Nextel net
5. iR1200 Rugged Modem iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem Installation Guide C Lutions Table of Contents Table of Contents KIC CERO Dc M ni Stes 1 FCC Compliance 1 Before You Begin Installation sussessesssorsossnssussnsnnsnnsnrsnsnnsnusnnsnnsnnsnnsnssnnnen 3 Box Cohtents diia 3 Required Installation Components eee 3 Vehicle Installation see aoa eae ine RUE esi Ue 3 Stationary Installation eese 4 Required Accessories cussosssnssonsonssnnennssnnsnnssnnennssnssnnsnnnsnnssnnsnnssnnsnnssnnsnnsnnnsnunsnne 5 Introduction P eines 7 Welcome to Nextel tete 7 Using This Guide kc ses e ODER RR NEN teh 7 Nextel E Coverage aate e egt vede 7 Nextel Customer Care 8 lw 9 General Overview qe e UE e RR EE 9 Modem Operating Modes eene 10 Modem Configurations eese nennen 10 IRI200 Modem al 10 iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem eese nennen 11 Installation Preparation essessesssssssnssursussnsnusnnsnnsnnsnrsnsnusnussnsnnsansnnsnnsnnsnsnnnnen 13 iR1200 Modem Before You Start Installing esee 13 Installation Pl dt 13 Planning Modem Location eese eene 14 Mode DIMENSIONS sete rtt REO e ere ERR He ERR 14 Planning Antenna Location
6. resets the radio section of the modem 2 Master Reset This command is WARNING We do not used when recommend that you perform this command unless otherwise instructed by a Nextel Customer Care representative certain changes are made to the firmware and the modem needs to acquire the changes 3 Signal This determines Signal quality can be 0 Quality the quality of the 100 signal 4 Signal This determines Signal strength can be 0 Strength the signal 100 strength of the modem 5 Packet Data This will check e Service type PACKET Registration for packet data VALID NEL IP Information registration Address of the Modem status e Registration Status REGISTERED or UNREGISTERED e MIP Registration Status REGISTERED or UNREGISTERED 48 nextel com Troubleshooting Command Action Reply 6 Channel Information This determines if channel data has been obtained Area RSSI Channel State TX Level 7 Stored Parameters This provides the modem s preset parameters Flow Control Character Framing Service Class DTE side Stack WDS side Stack Mobile IP Activation Mobile UP Registration Lifetime Security Parameter Index Home Agent IP Address WPNEI Prefix Length Request Broadcast Datagrams DCE IP Addresses DTE IP Addresses Data Encryption Data Compression Header Compression 8 DNSIP Address Displ
7. Fie dt fer Help olz l3 ala e 5 Packet Data Registration Information T 6 Channel Information r Register With Network h iR1200 Configuration Data Enter menu selection 3 Modem is switched ON power connector is inserted into the power slot Konecedo 0006 autodetect ET 4 HyperTerminal automatically presents the option 0 Firmware Update prompt RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 51 iR1200 Modem lel xj Fie Edt View Cal Transfer Heb nz s 3 la 8 E Update firmware y n _ Comeced0 0051 autodate is20068N1 SOL ers UM pte nem A To safely exit out of the update firmware mode please select N There will be about a 1 minute delay before the system returns you to the diagnostic menu This is because the modem is attempting to register with the iDEN network 5 Once the modem has successfully registered with the network the HyperTerminal will present you with the Diagnostic Menu 52 nextel com Troubleshooting OOOO air Fie Eit View Cal Transfer Heb na es cls 1 BI iR12 0 Ru Version Z Reset Master Reset Signal Quality Signal Dtrength Packet Data Channel Information Stored Parameters DNS IP Address Modem Pass Thru Mode iR1200 Firmware Update Radio Information Deresister From Network Register With Network i 4 17 2003 773 OF x00 ADUANA Enter menu selec
8. Installation 1 Connect the male end of the ignition cable to the 4 prong connector labeled IGNITION on the modem 2 Connect the free end of the ignition cable to a vehicle circuit that provides 12VDC when the vehicle is running or in ACC and no 12VDC when the vehicle is OFF or not in ACC Connect Antenna Cable The following table describes the steps for connecting the antenna cable to the modem 1 Insert the male end of the modem antenna cable to the connector labeled MODEM ANT on the modem Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 22 2 Insert the male end of the GPS antenna optional cable to the connector labeled GPS ANT on the modem Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 22 Connect Data Cable The iR1200 modem can be connected to the host DTE equipment using a standard straight through 9 pin male to a 9 pin female serial cable The following step describes how to connect the data cable Connect the 9 pin male end of the cable to the iR1200 communication connector and the 9 pin female end of the cable to the data terminal equipment DTE RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 27 iR1200 Modem 28 nextel com Stationary Installation Stationary Installation In this chapter you will learn how to install your iR1200 modem in a stationary i e building desktop environment This chapter includes
9. outlines the most common installation issues and instructions for resolution What s the What it means How to Resolve Problem Nothing happens This indicates that There are several things when I power up there is no power that could be wrong Go the modem being supplied to the through this list and modem eliminate all the possible problems e sthe ignition on e sthe ignition bypass plug inserted into the IGNITION RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 41 iR1200 Modem What s the Problem What it means How to Resolve connector on the modem for building installations Check power supply and make sure that everything is connected properly Is the battery voltage at least 12 volt Check the cables and wiring The modem has power but the You may not be within coverage Antenna may be loose Check to make LED light is not area sure the antenna is blinking green Signal strength properly connected may be weak Reposition antenna The modem This could indicate a Is data cable plugged doesn t appear to be communicating number of things see How to Resolve column to eliminate the possibilities into the diagnostic port Is data cable connected properly to the mobile device or computer Check the RSSI Check coverage Move to another location to see if 42 nextel com Troubleshooting What s the What it means Problem How to Res
10. product Product name iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem Model Number 4000 C5 RFM Product name iR1200 Rugged Modem Model Number 4100 C5 RFM Conforms to the following regulation FCC Part 15 subpart B FCC Part 90 subpart S Class B Digital device Date May 16 2003 Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B diaital device pursuant to part 15 and 90 of the FCC Rules These limits are desianed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation The equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency eneray and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no quarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this eauipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraaed to trv to correct the interference or bv one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the eauipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 1 iR1200 Modem 2 nextel com Before You Begin Installati
11. recommend that a single length of coax without splices or adapters be used Route and Connect Cables Approved Cable The following DC power cable must be used sold separately see Accessories Table for ordering information 5100 C5 RFM Vehicle Power Harness RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 23 iR1200 Modem The following diagram illustrates typical installation wiring of the iR1200 into a vehicle MOBILE DATA COMPUTER B GPS ANTENN MODEM OPTIONAL ANTENNA RS 232 A GPS DATA FUSE power IR1200 RS 232 MODEM DATA 12VDC 7 VEHICLE BATTERY IGNITION 177 177 ENGINE IGNITION SWITCH 12VDC Figure 5 iR1200 Installation Wiring Diagram Vehicle Route and Connect Power Cable Route the DC power cable using the following diagram as a guideline 24 nextel com Vehicle Installation Bes Fuse Holder Red Leah E TEE use x p Red Lead In Line Splice oon R Red Lead ha Battery CA Ring Lugs 0 Engine Compartment Chassis Ground Figure 6 Modem Power Wiring Diagram Level 1 The following table contains the steps for routing and connecting the power cable 1 Determine a cable routing plan that will allow you to connect the DC power cable between the modem and the vehicle battery Connect the male end of the power cable to the 2 prong connector labeled POWER on the modem 2 Route the
12. signal has been lost and the RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 39 iR1200 Modem modem is attempting to re acquire NOTE If after a period of several minutes it the status does not return to green you may be out of range The modem will attempt to re acquire automatically when you are back in range NOTE The STATUS indicators are different depending on the type of mode the modem is operating in The following tables describe the STATUS indicators for the Packet Data and Circuit Switched Data operating modes Packet Data Blinkin In range modem is connected to the STATUS 8 Nextel network but idle but not passing Green data Blinkin The modem is in use Nextel network STATUS 8 communication is active and is passing Green data Circuit Switched Data Blinkin In range modem is connected to the STATUS 8 Nextel Network but idle but not passing Green data Solid The modem is in use Nextel network STATUS communication is active and is passing Green data 40 nextel com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In this chapter you will learn how to troubleshoot the most common installation problems and how to resolve them This chapter includes Common Problems Page 41 Diagnostic Port Page 44 HyperTerminal Setup Page 45 Diagnostic Menu Page 47 Unsolicited Firmware Updates Page 51 Common Problems The following table
13. the iR1200 data modem in a stationary environment 1 Determine a convenient location within the stationary environment 2 Use the iR1200 modem and mark the positions of the holes on the mounting surface 3 Drill the holes in the marked location 4 Mount the unit using the 10 sheet metal screws 30 nextel com Stationary Installation Mounting the Antenna s The location of the antenna should be chosen carefully A Important things to consider when installing the antenna equipment Installation of recommended equipment must be installed in accordance with Nextel s installation instructions To assure compliance with United States FCC regulations on RF exposure equipment must be installed in such a way as to maintain a separation of at least 8 inches 20 cms between the antenna and the human body Ensure that the antenna is properly installed external to the vehicle and in accordance with the requirements of the antenna manufacturer supplier Use only an approved antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could impair call quality damage the modem or result in the violation of FCC mandates Approved Antennas The following table states the approved antennas that can be used with the iR1200 modem Part No Description 5000 C5 RFM Mag Mount Cellular Antenna 5030 C5 RFM Mag Mount GPS Antenna NOTE Antennas with gain exceeding 3db do not
14. 4200 5015 Rev1 7 iR1200 Modem Nextel Customer Care For domestic customer care issues including installation technical support or to order accessories contact your technology administrator or designated field care representative When you call please have a detailed description of your problem To provide you with fast and quality support our Customer Care representative may ask for the following Computer operating system Windows 95 98 NT 2000 CE Version of the operating system e g NT 4 Windows 95 Version B CE 2 1 etc Information regarding the modem most can found on the diagnostic menu Geographic location of use IMEI Number SIM ID Number Account Number nextel com Overview Overview This chapter contains general details about the iR1200 modem This chapter includes General Overview Page 9 Modem Operating Modes Page 10 Modem Configurations Page 10 General Overview The iR1200 Modem is an iDEN data modem that consists of a modem card and an optional GPS iR12000 GPS Enabled Modem receiver contained in a rugged enclosure to provide wireless data communications The iR1200 modem is easy to mount whether in a mobile or stationary environment NEXTEL iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem Figure 1 iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 9 iR1200 Modem Modem Operating Modes The iR1200 provides the following data connection modes e Packet Data A wireless modem c
15. Connector Figure 3 Rear Panel of iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 11 iR1200 Modem 12 nextel com Installation Preparation Installation Preparation In this chapter you will learn how to begin installing your 1R1200 modem This chapter includes Before You Start Installing Page 13 Installation Planning Page 13 Planning Modem Location Page 14 Modem Dimensions Page 14 Planning Antenna Location Page 16 Planning Cable Layout Page 16 Serial Cable Routing Page 17 Installation Tools Page 17 Before You Start Installing Only experienced technicians familiar with installing similar types of hardware equipment should install the modem For safety and to avoid damage to the modem or vehicle wiring the installer should have knowledge of the following subjects e Automotive wiring if applicable e Vehicle cable routing if applicable e Antenna location Installation Planning Planning is the key to a quick and simple installation Before drilling holes or running wires you should inspect the vehicle or area of the building to RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 13 iR1200 Modem determine how and where you intend to mount the modem antenna and accessories See Required Installation Components listed on page 3 Planning Modem Location Factors to consider when planning for the location or placement of your iR1200 modem Easily Accessible You should allow easy access to the modem for troublesho
16. Installation Steps Page 29 Mounting the Modem Page 30 Select Modem Location Page 30 Mount the Modem Page 30 Mounting the Antenna s Page 31 Approved Antennas Page 31 Select Antenna Location Page 32 Mount the Antenna Page 32 Mount the GPS Antenna Page 32 Route and Connect Cables Page 34 Approved Cable Page 34 Connect Power Cable Page 34 Connect Antenna Cable Page 35 Connect Data Cable Page 35 Installation Steps To install you must complete the following steps e Mount Modem Mount the modem in the desired location RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 29 iR1200 Modem e Mount Antenna Mount the antenna using the instructions included with your selected antenna s installation guide e Route and Connect Power Cables route the power cables from modem to the power supply e Connect Antenna Cable Connect cables to the mounted modem and antenna e Connect Data Cable Connect the data cables from the modem to the mobile device Mounting the Modem The iR1200 modem can be mounted on different types of surfaces You should determine if the surface is able to support the weight of the iR1200 modem The area should allow sufficient space around the modem for cool air to circulate Select Modem Location The iR1200 modem within a building or stationary environment is typically installed in an area where the antenna has a direct line of sight to sky for maximum reception Mount the Modem The following table lists the steps for mounting
17. Mount the antenna using the instructions included with your selected antenna s installation guide Route and Connect Power Cable route the power cable from modem to the vehicle s power supply ignition switch Route and Connect the Ignition Cable Route the ignition cable from the modem to the ignition Connect Antenna Cable Connect cable to the mounted modem and antenna Connect Data Cable Connect the data cable from the modem to the mobile device Mounting the Modem Select Modem Location The following describes typical locations that you should consider for mounting the modem 20 Under seat e In trunk Under dashboard e In accessory compartment Center console Mounted on side of console Mounted on side wall of trunk nextel com Mount the Modem Vehicle Installation The following table lists the steps for mounting the iR1200 data modem in a vehicle 1 Determine a convenient location in the vehicle 2 Use the iR1200 modem and mark the positions of the holes on the mounting surface 3 Drill the holes in the marked location 4 Mount the unit using the 10 sheet metal screws Mounting the Antenna s The location of the antenna should be chosen carefully Important things to consider when installing the antenna equipment Installation of recommended equipment must be installed in accordance with Nextel s installation instructions To assure complianc
18. Tel Restore Defaults 8 Select the following parameters from each of the drop down lists on the Port Settings tab e 19200 for Bits per second nextel com Troubleshooting 8 for Data bits NONE for Parity 1 for Stop bits None or Hardware for Flow control 9 Click OK when all the parameters have been selected 10 Once connection to the modem is successful the iR1200 Rugged Modem Diagnostic Menu appears iener rperonner alle Fie Edt View Cal Transfer Heb Ole 918 voles 15 iR1200 Rug Version 2 pas Modem Diagnostic Menu 4 17 2003 OK TI 0 90 100LAQN IH o e ce O 3 t i U o a 3 n 9 3 a set Master Reset ngth Registration Information B Channel Informatioi iR1200 Firmware Update Radio Informati Deregister From Network Register With Network iR1200 Configuration Data Enter menu selection gt 3 ion Signal Quality Hit any key to continue gt Connected 0 00 57 AA O Diagnostic Menu The iR1200 modem Diagnostic Menu provides you with commands to help analyze potential problems with the modem The menu contains actions that call the modem and receive diagnostic information The following table outlines the types of information that can be retrieved with the commands on the diagnostic menu RFM 4200 5015 Revl 47 iR1200 Modem Command Action Reply 1 Reset This command
19. ation issues The following table describes steps to connect to the diagnostic port 1 Insert the 9 pin male end of a serial signal cable into the RS 232 connector labeled DIAGNOSTIC PORT of the modem s rear panel and tighten the screws 2 Connect the other end of the serial signal cable to a serial COM port on the back of your computer or mobile device and tighten the screws 44 nextel com Troubleshooting HyperTerminal Setup The following table outlines steps to setup a HyperTerminal session for the iR1200 modem 1 From your computer locate and select the HyperTerminal program 2 The Connection Description screen appears Connection Description lx Y New Connection Enter a name and choose an icon for the connection Name po SBRI Icon Cancel 3 Type a description of the connection in the Name box 4 Select the dial function red and yellow phone icon and click OK 5 The Connect To screen appears RFM 4200 5015 Revl 45 iR1200 Modem 46 21 Area code Phone number Comect using BETINENNNENNI gt Cancel 6 Select the appropriate communication port typically COM I from the Connect Using drop down list then Click OK 7 The COMI Properties screen appears COM1 Properties 1x Port Settings Bits per second EAN Data bits gy Parity None E Stop bits hooo y ee
20. ays the address of the Domain Name Server RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 49 iR1200 Modem Command Action Reply 9 Modem Pass Allows you to Thru Mode issue Hayes compatible AT commands to the modem during diagnostic port 0 iR1200 Sends updates to WARNING We do not Firmware the firmware recommend that you perform Update this command unless otherwise instructed by a Nextel Customer Care representative i Radio Obtains e Serial Number Information information e IMEI specific to the e SIM ID modem e Software Version d Deregister Forces the DEREGISTERED From modem to Network deregister from the Nextel Network r Register with Forces the REGISTERED Network modem to register with the Nextel network h iR1200 Checks the Hardware Part ID Config Data modem s data e Serial number configuration e Boot Loader e Application ID 50 nextel com Troubleshooting Unsolicited Firmware Updates We want to emphasize that this diagnostic option should be executed only when instructed by a Nextel Customer Care Representative However there are certain sequences of events that will prompt you for a firmware update A The following lists the sequence of events that will cause HyperTerminal to prompt you for firmware update 1 Modem is OFF all cables are connected except for the power connector 2 The computer is ON and the HyperTerminal is active
21. comply with FCC RF exposure and are not allowed for use with this product RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 31 iR1200 Modem Select Antenna Location The following are some common layouts for co locating an external antenna and the iR1200 modem e Roof to trunk This layout accommodates a trunk mounted modem and antenna that is attached to the roof e Trunk to trunk This layout accommodates a trunk mounted modem and antenna that is attached to the trunk e Roof to console or dashboard This layout accommodates a console or dashboard mounted modem and the antenna attached to the roof This setup gives you access to the modem Mount the Antenna s The following table describes the steps for mounting an antenna 1 Use an antenna suitable for the cellular band of frequencies 806 870 MHz with Mini UHF jack and matched for 50 ohm impedance 2 Mount the antenna according to the manufacturer s specifications or instructions Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 31 NOTE Each antenna has specific installation instructions Please refer to the antenna installation instructions for specific requirements and details Mount GPS Antenna optional The iR1200 GPS Enabled modem comes equipped with a connector for a GPS antenna Nextel recommends using the GPS Magnetic Mount Antenna part number 5030 C5 RFM with the iR1200 Modem The following table contains the steps for mounting a GPS a
22. e with United States FCC regulations on RF exposure equipment must be installed in such a way as to maintain a separation of at least 8 inches 20 cms between the antenna and the human body Ensure that the antenna is properly installed external to the vehicle and in accordance with the requirements of the antenna manufacturer supplier Use only an approved antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could impair call quality damage the modem or result in the violation of FCC mandates RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 21 iR1200 Modem Approved Antennas The following table states the approved antennas that can be used with the iR1200 modem Part No Description 5000 C5 RFM Mag Mount Cellular Antenna 5030 C5 RFM Mag Mount GPS Antenna NOTE Antennas with gain exceeding 3db do not comply with FCC RF exposure and are not allowed for use with this product Select Antenna Location The following are some common layouts for co locating an external antenna and the iR1200 modem e Roof to trunk This layout accommodates a trunk mounted modem and antenna that is attached to the roof e Trunk to trunk This layout accommodates a trunk mounted modem and antenna that is attached to the trunk e Roof to console or dashboard This layout accommodates a console or dashboard mounted modem and the antenna attached to the roof This setup gives you access to the modem Mount the Antenna s The
23. following table describes the steps for mounting an antenna 1 Use an antenna suitable for the cellular band of frequencies 806 870 MHz with Mini UHF jack and matched for 50 ohm impedance 2 Mount the antenna according to the manufacturer s specifications or instructions Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas above 22 nextel com Vehicle Installation NOTE Each antenna has specific installation instructions Please refer to the antenna installation instructions for specific requirements and details Mount GPS Antenna optional The iR1200 GPS Enabled modem comes equipped with a connector for a GPS antenna Nextel has tested and recommends using the GPS Magnetic Mount Antenna part number 5030 C5 RFM with the iR1200 Modem The following table contains the steps for mounting a GPS antenna 1 Use an antenna suitable for the GPS of frequency 1575 MHz with an MCX connector and matched for 50 ohm impedance Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 22 2 Position the antenna where it has a direct line of sight to the satellite 3 Mount the antenna according to the manufacturer s specifications or instructions NOTE Because of the operating frequencies involved with the GPS signal splicing or using adapters to extend the length of the antenna coaxial cable is not recommended and will likely prevent the system from operating properly We
24. free end of the cable to the vehicle battery If necessary drill a hole in the vehicle firewall and route the cable through it using the supplied grommet Refer to Figure 6 Modem Power Wiring Diagram above 3 Locate an available chassis ground mounting point near the battery and shorten the black lead to remove any excess cable length 4 Crimpon the ring tongue terminal and connect the black lead directly to the chassis ground 5 Position the fuse holder as close to the battery as possible and away from any potentially hot components RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 25 iR1200 Modem 6 Mount the fuse holder by tie wrapping it to the other cabling wires and dress wires as necessary 7 Shorten the red lead of the DC power cable to remove any excess length and crimp the fuse holder s red lead to it using the in line splice 8 Connect the ring tongue terminal from the fuse holder to the positive battery terminal Route and Connect Ignition Cable Approved Cable The following DC power cable must be used sold separately see Accessories Table for ordering information 5100 C5 RFM Vehicle Power Harness Houte Cable Route the Ignition cable using the following diagram as a guideline Vehicle Fuse Panel Faston Terminal 5 37 Orange Wire 3 To Ignition connector on iR1200 Figure 7 Modem Power Wiring Diagram Level 2 26 nextel com Vehicle
25. in the vehicle that could affect routing Serial Cable Routing Serial cable routing is the most important factor to ensure a trouble free operation The serial cable should be as stable as possible e g it should experience little or no movement and have very few or no bends or kinks NOTE The majority of the problems occur because of serial cable failure Installation Tools You will need these tools to install the iR1200 modem e Portable Drill e Hammer e Center Punch e _ Connector Crimp tool e Four 10 self tapping sheet metal screws e Phillips Screwdriver RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 17 iR1200 Modem 18 nextel com Vehicle Installation Vehicle Installation In this chapter you will learn how to install your iR1200 modem and antennas in a vehicle This chapter includes Installation Steps Page 20 Mounting the Modem Page 20 Select Modem Location Page 20 Mount the Modem Page 21 Mounting the Antenna s Page 21 Approved Antennas Page 22 Select Antenna Location Page 22 Mount the Antenna Page 22 Mount the GPS Antenna Page 23 Route and Connect Cables Page 23 Approved Cable Page 23 Route and Connect Power Cable Page 24 Route and Connect Ignition Cable Page 26 Connect Antenna Cable Page 27 Connect Data Cable Page 27 RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 19 iR1200 Modem Installation Steps To install you must complete the following steps Mount Modem Mount the modem in the desired location Mount Antenna
26. ing table describes the overall dimensions of the iR1200 modem Component Dimension Overall dimensions from connector to 7 86in 199 69mm connector End panel to end panel 7 09in 180 14mm Width including mounting tabs 5 04in 128 02mm Width of enclosure 4 04in 102 62mm Height of enclosure 2 20in 55 88mm Planning Antenna Location Factors to consider when planning for the location or placement of the antenna Choose a location with easy access to cable routing to ease the process of connecting the antenna to the modem In vehicle installation mount the modem antenna on the center of the outside trunk for optimum signal reception In a stationary building or desk environment position the GPS antenna where it has a direct line of sight to the sky In some cases this can be accomplished by placing the antenna adjacent to a window In most cases it will require mounting outside of the building Planning Cable Layout Once you have chosen the location of the modem and antenna and before the installation layout the cables to determine 16 If the cables can reach the modem and antenna If the distance between components is adequate and allows you to make adjustments to receive a better signal Please refer to the manufacturer s installation manual for safe installation of your antenna nextel com Installation Preparation e Tf there are kinks or bends in the cable or obstructions
27. ns the steps for routing and connecting the power cable 1 Connect male end of the AC Power Adapter cable to the 2 prong connector labeled POWER on the modem 2 Connect the free end of the power cable to a 120VAC power outlet 34 nextel com Stationary Installation Connect Antenna Cables The following table describes the steps for connecting antenna cables to the modem use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 31 1 Insert the male end of the modem antenna cable to the connector labeled MODEM ANT on the modem 2 Insert the male end of the GPS antenna optional cable to the connector labeled GPS ANT on the modem Connect Data Cables The iR1200 modem can be connected to the host DTE equipment using a standard straight through 9 pin male to a 9 pin female serial cable The following step describes how to connect the data cable Connect the 9 pin male end of the cable to the iR1200 communication connector and the 9 pin female end of the cable to the data terminal equipment DTE RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 35 iR1200 Modem 36 nextel com Verifying Installation Verifying Installation In this chapter you will learn how to verify that the installation of the iR1200 modem was successful This chapter includes Powering up the Modem Page 37 Vehicle Installation Page 37 Stationary Installation Page 38 Communication Indicators Page 38
28. ntenna 1 Use an antenna suitable for the GPS of frequency 1575 MHz with an MCX connector and matched for 50 ohm 32 nextel com Stationary Installation impedance 2 Position the antenna where it has a direct line of sight to the satellite 3 Mount the antenna according to the manufacturer s specifications or instructions Use only an approved antenna see list of Approved Antennas on page 31 NOTE Because of the operating frequencies involved with the GPS signal splicing or using adapters to extend the length of the antenna coaxial cable is not recommended and will likely prevent the system from operating properly We recommend that a single length of coax without splices or adapters be used RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 33 iR1200 Modem Route and Connect Cables The following diagram illustrates typical installation wiring of the iR1200 into a stationary environment COMPUTER 120VAC TO 12VDC POWER CONVERTER GPS ANTENN MODEM Il OPTIONAL ANTENNA RS 232 GPS DATA power R1200 RS 232 MODEM DATA IGNITIOI BYPASS PLUG IGNITION Figure 8 iR1200 Installation Wiring Diagram Stationary Approved Cables The following DC power cable must be used see Accessories Table for ordering information 5100 C5 RFM Vehicle Power Harness Connect Power Cable The following table contai
29. olve coverage is not affected Verify that your account has been activated Contact your technology administrator or designated field care representative GPS does not Either Verify that the operate Coverage in the antenna has direct 3 line of sight to area is bad satellite Antenna may be M h improperly ove to another installed or area defected Are you in a parking garage where GPS signal will not be received GPS is slow It is normal for the Wait for an GPS to take up to 5 appropriate amount minutes to acquire the of time for first reading communication to take place If attempts are taking longer than 5 or more minutes contact your system administrator RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 43 iR1200 Modem What s the What it means How to Resolve Problem Modem will not The wiring to the e Check the ignition power up or modem may not be sense wiring to be down connected properly sure that it is connected e Verify that the diagnostic port is plugged in correctly e Check LED status to see if the modem is communicating NOTE The Status LED remains red for up to 3 minutes after power is applied to the iR1200 or immediately after the Reset button is pressed Diagnostic Port The diagnostic port located on the front panel of the iR1200 modem see Figure 9 on page 39 is used to retrieve data from the modem that will help to analyze and diagnose possible communic
30. on Before You Begin Installation A Before you begin installing the iR1200 Rugged Modem or the iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem you must obtain the required installation accessories and download the Administrators Guide For a list of approved accessories consult the Accessories Table on page 5 To order the required installation accessories and the Administrator s Guide contact your sales representative technology administrator or designated field care representative Box Contents The iR1200 modem ships with the following e R1200 Modem e Installation Guide e Quick Reference Guide for operators end users e Warranty Card Required Installation Components The following table lists the items that are required to successfully install your modem Vehicle Installation e Approved Cellular Antenna e Vehicle Power Harness RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 3 iR1200 Modem Data Cable for computer laptop MDT Approved GPS Antenna iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem only Data cable for GPS iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem 4 screws Stationary Installation Approved Cellular Antenna AC Power Adapter Data Cable for computer laptop MDT 4 screws Use only an approved antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could impair call quality damage the modem or result in the violation of FCC mandates nextel com Required Accessories Required Acce
31. onnection used for accessing the Internet sending and receiving e mail and transferring small files over the packet data network using standard IP protocols Data is sent in packets blocks of data at high speed e Circuit Switched Data A wireless modem connection for sending and receiving data faxes files etc over the circuit switched cellular channel providing a direct point to point connection with the destination device Modem Configurations Nextel offers two models of the iR1200 Modem Both are designed to provide wireless communication for rugged environments The distinction between the two models is the optional GPS feature The iR1200 modem can be purchased with the following configurations iR1200 Modem Base Model Available in bulk or individual packaging iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem Available in bulk or individual packaging iR1200 Modem The following diagram displays the components that exist on the rear panel of the iR1200 Modem 10 nextel com Overview Ignition Sense Bypass Connector Modem 12VDC Power Serial Data Connector Connector HL Modem Antenna Connector Figure 2 Rear Panel of iR1200 Rugged Modem iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem The following diagram shows the components that exist on the rear panel of the iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem GPS Serial GPS Antenna Ignition Sense Data Connector Bypass Connector Connector D 12VDC Power a Modem Antenna C t Connector onnector
32. oting purposes Easily Visible You should allow a clear view of the modem s LED indicators Proximity of the Cables The distance between connections affects performance especially the distance between the modem and antenna The shorter the distance between these components the better the signal Please refer to the antenna s Safety Warranty for proper installation of modem and antenna Environment Considerations ZN Heat Placing the modem antenna or cables near a heat source can cause several problems including radio interference Select a location away from a source of heat and make sure the modem has at least a 1 inch clearance on all sides for cool air to circulate Wetness The modem should not be mounted in an area where it would be directly exposed to water Direct Sunlight The modem should not be mounted in direct sunlight Modem Dimensions Consider the size of the modem Will the modem fit in the area where you want to perform the installation 14 nextel com Installation Preparation The following diagram outlines the modem s dimensions NOTE This diagram depicts the dimensions of both the iR1200 Rugged and iR1200 GPS Enabled Modems and should not be used as a template for mounting the modem NEXTEL R1200 GPS Enablad Modem 0414 gQoUooo E Figure 4 Dimensions of iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 15 iR1200 Modem The follow
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34. rvice marks of Nextel Communications Inc All other company product or service names are the property of their respective owners RFM 4000 5015 Rev1 57 iR1200 Modem 58 nextel com Nextel This page intentionally left blank RFM 4000 5015 Rev1 59 iR1200 Modem 60 nextel com A antenna manufacturer 6 25 approved antennas 7 25 B Bits 41 building installation 23 C Channel Information 44 chassis ground 20 Circuit data 7 coaxial cable 18 27 COMI 47 Config Data 45 Coverage 4 CTS 33 Customer Care 4 5 43 45 D Data bits 47 Deregister 45 desktop installation 23 diagnostic 42 45 Diagnostic Menu 42 RFM 4000 5015 Revl Index Index diagnostic port 39 dimensions 10 DNS IP Address 44 DSR 33 DTR 33 E Electronic Devices 50 F Firmware Update 45 Flow control 41 G GPS 3 4 6 17 18 26 27 H Hearing Aids 51 Heat 10 human body 16 25 HyperTerminal 40 61 iR1200 Modem I iDEN 6 ignition signal 32 M Master Reset 43 MCX 18 27 Mini UHF 17 26 Modem Pass Thru Mode 45 modem s dimensions 10 P Pacemakers 51 Packet Data 7 43 Parity 41 62 R Radio Frequency 50 Radio Information 45 Register 45 Reset 43 RF exposure 16 17 25 26 RTS 33 Rx 33 S Signal Quality 43 Signal Strength 43 STATUS LED 37 32 Stop bits 47 Stored Pa
35. s to radio frequency electromagnetic energy Medical and Personal Electronic Devices Most electronic equipment are protected from RF energy However certain equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals being emitted from your modem Pacemakers Operators should not use the modem if individuals with pacemakers are within 6 inches 0 15 meters of the antenna RFM 4000 5015 Rev1 55 iR1200 Modem Hearing Aids The modem may cause interference with hearing aid devices Individuals who experience such interference should consult the hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternative solutions Other Medical Devices Individuals who have other medical devices not specifically mentioned in this safety notice may want to consult their physician or the manufacturer of the device to determine if it is adequately protected from external RF energy Interference with Other Electronic Devices RF energy may affect improperly installed or inadequately protected electronic operating and entertainment systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded from external RF energy It is recommended that you also check with the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to the vehicle 56 nextel com Copyright and Trademark Copyright and Trademark 2003 Nextel Communications Inc All rights reserved Nextel and the Nextel logo are trademarks and or se
36. ssories The following table lists the required accessories that have been approved for use with the iR1200 Rugged Modem and the iR1200 GPS Enabled modems Please contact your Nextel sales representative or visit www elutions com wireless to order these items Part No Description 5000 C5 RFM Mag Mount Cellular Antenna 5030 C5 RFM Mag Mount GPS Antenna 5100 C5 RFM Vehicle Power Harness 5200 C5 RFM AC Power Adapter standard temperature RFM 4200 5015 Administrator s Guide RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 5 iR1200 Modem 6 nextel com Introduction Introduction Welcome to Nextel Thank you for purchasing the Nextel iR1200 modem This modem is designed to work specifically within the iDEN network Once installed and configured the iR1200 modem provides you with wireless data communications This chapter includes Using This Guide Page 7 Nextel Coverage Page 7 Nextel Customer Care Information Page 8 Using This Guide This guide provides instructions for the installation of the iR1200 Rugged Modem and the iR1200 GPS Enabled Modem Nextel Coverage For details on Nextel digital cellular and data coverage visit nextel com NOTE Transmission and reception speed may vary based on your relative position within the coverage area If you are in a marginal location close to the border of the coverage area the throughput of your modem during data transmission may be affected RFM
37. tion _ aged Modem Diagnostic Menu egistration Information 200 Configuration Data comecedo 0130 autodetect is2aeN 1 srl 6 You are safe to use the modem RFM 4200 5015 Rev1 53 iR1200 Modem 54 nextel com Safety Notice Safety Notice The following is important information for safe and efficient operation of the iR1200 modem We recommend that all users read this information before using the modem Safe and Efficient Operation Guidelines Your modem contains a transmitter and receiver When it is ON it receives and transmits radio frequency RF energy The modem operates in the frequency range of 806 MHz to 870 MHz and utilizes the digital modulation techniques This product is authorized by FCC Rule Part 47CFR2 989 b which states that it should be used in such a way that it maintains a distance of at least 8 inches 20 cms between the human body and the radio s antenna or modem When you use your modem the system handling your call controls the power level at which your modem transmits The output power level typically may vary over a range from 600 mW to 2 5 watts Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your modem is designed to comply with the United States Federal Communications Commission Code of Federal Regulations FCC part 90 sub part S and FCC part 15 Class B The modem is in compliance with FCC s national standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human being
38. work A blinking green light indicates that a signal has been found and the modem was successful in making a connection The STATUS LED should blink Green within 3 minutes from the time the power was activated on the modem Communication Indicators Your iR1200 modem is equipped with LED indicators see Figure 9 on page 39 that identify various communication functions 38 nextel com Verifying Installation LED signal indicators Diagnostic Connector displays the modem s used to receive modem serial interface status E NEXTEL e diagnostic information iR1200 Rugged Modem Reset Button used to Status LED power cycle the displays the Sr modem and re modem s establishes connection DEN network to the network status Figure 9 iR1200 Front Panel Layout Signal Color Indication Tx Blinking Modem is transmitting data to the Green computer data terminal DTE Rx Blinking Modem is receiving data from the Green computer Modem is receiving data from the DTE RTS Green Request To Send from computer DTE is Off asserted not asserted CTS Green Clear To Send from modem is asserted Off not asserted DTR Green Data terminal equipment is ready not Off ready DSR Green Modem is ready not ready Off STATUS Solid Red The modem is searching for signal within the Nextel network If the modem status changes from blinking green back to solid red the
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