CalAmp 500004 Integration Manual

WiMetry

TM

Core Module

Installation Guide

R1.1

Copyright Notice

©2009 CalAmp Corp. All Rights Reserved.

This guide covers the installation of the CalAmp WiMetry Core Module. Specifications described are
typical only and are subject to normal manufacturing and service tolerances.

CalAmp reserves the right to modify the equipment, its specification or this manual without prior
notice, in the interest of improving performance, reliability or servicing. At the time of publication all
data is correct for the operation of the equipment at the voltage and/or temperature referred to.
Performance data indicates typical values related to the particular product. No part of this
documentation or information supplied may be divulged to any third party without the express written
consent of CalAmp Corp.

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these products and services does not include or infer any transfer of ownership.

FCC Statements

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to nearby
electrical devices, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected

• Consult CalAmp technical support for help

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

To comply with FCC regulations for the device, the following rules must be obeyed during and after
installation

Keep the cellular antenna of the Cell Module at a safe distance from your head and body while the
modem is in use. Maintain a distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter’s antenna
and any person while in use. This device is designed for use in applications that observe the 20 cm
separation distance. Consult the Cell Module installation guide for information on approved antennas.

Non-Collocation for External Antenna

External antenna must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. Collocation is defined as any antenna or radiating element positioned within 20cm
of another antenna or radiating element.

The supplied internal antenna for 802.15 will insure 20cm separation from a properly mounted,
vertically positioned external cellular antenna.

Only FCC approved antennae can be used with the 802.15 transceiver. Consult with CalAmp, Corp.
or FCC OET website, www.fcc.gov/oet/, for a list of approved antenna solutions for this device.

Safety Issues

The use of cellular telephones or devices in aircraft is illegal. Use in aircraft may endanger operation
and disrupt the cellular network. Failure to observe this restriction may result in suspension or denial
of cellular services to the offender, legal action or both.

 Do not operate in the vicinity of gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps unless use has been approved

and authorized

 Do not operate in locations where medical equipment that the device could interfere with may

be in use

 Do not operate in fuel depots, chemical plants, or blasting areas unless use has been approved

and authorized

 Use care if operating in the vicinity of protected personal medical devices, i.e., hearing aids and

pacemakers

 Operation in the presence of other electronic equipment may cause interference if equipment

is incorrectly protected. Follow recommendations for installation from equipment
manufacturers.

Contents

1. OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................ 6

1.1. Advisory Symbols ......................................................................................................................... 6

1.2. Module Identification ................................................................................................................... 6

1.3. General Description...................................................................................................................... 7

1.4. External Connectors ..................................................................................................................... 8

2. EXTERNAL INTERFACES ................................................................................................................... 10

2.1. Power Connection ...................................................................................................................... 10

2.2. EIA-232 DB-9 connector ............................................................................................................. 11

2.3. External I/O ................................................................................................................................ 12

2.4. Meter Interface Connector (P6) ................................................................................................. 14

2.5. Status LEDs ................................................................................................................................. 15

2.6. COTS Interfaces .......................................................................................................................... 15

Ethernet ............................................................................................................................................ 16

USB Device ........................................................................................................................................ 16

USB Host............................................................................................................................................ 16

2.7. Cellular Module .......................................................................................................................... 16

2.8. 802.15 Antenna .......................................................................................................................... 16

3. GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ............................................................................................ 17

1. OVERVIEW

1.1. Advisory Symbols

Warning! Improper usage or handling may cause non-compliant device operation.

Warning! High voltage presents risk of injury due to electric shock.

Direct Current (DC).

1.2. Module Identification

The label contains the CalAmp part number, serial number, IC and FCC ID numbers. Additional labeling
will be required on the end device.