gplink J1939 Installation Manual
Satellite Tracking and Monitoring Solutions
®
Commercial Installation Guide
Contact gplink at +1.252.504.5113 at least 24 hours
prior to scheduled installation for activation of units.
J1939
(48 hours on weekends)
www.gplink.com
Contents
1. Introduction and Purpose 3
1.1 Safety 3
1.2 Tools Required 3
1.2.1 Phillips head screwdriver and drill for mounting MTMs. 3
1.2.2 Cable ties and/or adel clamps for cable management. 3
1.2.3 Deutsch Plugs, Y-connectors and crimpers for tapping
into the J1939 dataline. 3
1.3 Replacement Parts 3
2. System Overview 4
2.1 gplink Monitoring Tracking Module (MTM) 4
2.1.1 Primary and Secondary 4
2.2. Antennas 4
2.2.1 GSM/GPS “Pancake” antenna 4
2.2.2 Iridium satellite “Pancake” antenna 4
2.2.3 External dual-band “Dome” antenna 4
2.2.4 External tri-band “Dome” antenna 4
2.3 Parts included in basic kit 5
3. Installing gplink 6
3.1 Location 6
3.1.1 Loose t 6
3.2 Power 6
3.3 Connecting to J1939 6
3.4 Antennas 7
3.4.1 Internal antennas 7
3.4.2 External antennas 7
3.5 Connecting and mounting the MTMs 7
3.5.1 Connecting antenna cables to primary MTM 7
3.5.2 Connecting J1939 harness to MTM 7
3.5.3 Connecting power to the MTM 7
3.5.4 Connecting the jumper cable between the MTMs 8
3.5.5 Mount the MTM 8
3.6 Initial data uplink and testing 8
4. gplink Concierge & Tech Support 8
4.1 Transferable Limited Warranty 8
2Commercial Installation Guide Version 3.0.0 - July 2016
Contact gplink at +1.252.504.5113 at least 24 hours (48 on weekends)
prior to scheduled installation for activation of units.
1. Introduction and Purpose
The purpose of this document is to guide a successful installation of the gplink® vessel monitoring system. The gplink
vessel monitoring system protects your vessel while underway or at the dock by monitoring engines and diagnostic
codes - all while tracking the precise location of a boat anywhere in the world. gplink utilizes dual-band technology with
GSM communications and optional Iridium satellite systems for location tracking, monitoring, emergency notication
and communication. The success of the gplink vessel monitoring system relies on proper installation of the Monitoring
Tracking Modules (MTM) and antennas.
1.1 Safety
As with any electronic installation, all electrical safety precautions should be observed while working around open
panels. Proper caution should be used to prevent DC systems from an arc or short, causing an open ame or re.
Ensure AC power is isolated from open DC panels, and when working around batteries, proper personal skin and
eye protection should be worn. In addition, extreme care should be exercised when making any penetrations through
bulkheads, walls, etc. so as not to damage exterior surfaces, fuel tanks, wiring, etc. that may be on the other side of
the wall.
1.2 Tools Required Parts
1.2.1 Phillips head screwdriver and drill for mounting MTMs.
1.2.2 Cable ties and/or adel clamps for cable management.
1.2.3 Deutsch Plugs, Y-connectors and crimpers for tapping into the J1939 dataline.
1.3 Replacement Parts
If replacement parts are required for any reason please contact gplink for assistance in getting replacements.
3Commercial Installation Guide Version 3.0.0 - July 2016
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