Navman Qube 300 Installation Manual

Qube 300

Installation Manual

Qube 300 | Installation Manual

Disclaimer

It is the Owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the Qube 300 (the Product) in a manner that will not
cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. For the purpose of this notice, “Owner”, “you” and
“your” means the party (including any person authorized by that party to use and/or install the Product) that

has either: (a) purchased the Product; or (b) leased the Product from Navman Wireless or its related
companies. The Owner of this Product is solely responsible for observing safe driving practices.

The choice, location and installation of all components of the Product is critical. If installation is not correct,
the Product may not perform at its designed potential or specifications. Ensure that any mounting holes that
need to be cut in the vehicle will not weaken the vehicle structure or compromise the safety of the vehicle or
its occupants. If in doubt, consult the vehicle manufacturer, or your Navman Wireless dealer.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES (EXCEPT ANY
WHICH MAY NOT LAWFULLY BE EXCLUDED) ARE, EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED, INCLUDING WITHOUT
PREJUDICE TO THE, GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW NAVMAN
WIRELESS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT
(INCLUDING ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR VIOLATE
THE LAW).

As Navman Wireless is continuously improving this Product, Navman Wireless may make changes to the
Product at any time which may not be reflected in this document. Please contact your nearest Navman
Wireless office if you require any further assistance.

NAVMAN WIRELESS DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY

CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR VIOLATE THE LAW.

EMC Compliance

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.

Copyright

© 2014 Navman Wireless Holdings L. P. Navman Wireless is a registered trademark of Navman Wireless
Holdings L. P. All rights reserved. All other trademarks and registrations are the property of their respective
owners.

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Contents

Disclaimer ...................................................................................................................................... 2

1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 4

1.1 Overview .................................................................................................................................. 4

1.2 Audience ...................................................................................................................................... 4

2 Qube 300 Hardware ................................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Box Contents ............................................................................................................................ 5

2.2 Other Components Required ......................................................................................................... 5

3 Mounting Locations ................................................................................................................. 6

3.1 Antenna Mounting Location ....................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Qube 300 Mounting Location ......................................................................................................... 6

4 Installation & Wiring ............................................................................................................... 8

4.1 Before Starting ......................................................................................................................... 8

4.2 3-Wire Basic Tracking & Antenna Connections ................................................................................ 8

4.3 Connect Any Auxiliary Devices ....................................................................................................... 9

4.4 Connect Any Optional Sensors ..................................................................................................... 11

4.5 Install the Security Cover ............................................................................................................ 13

4.6 Mount the Qube 300 ................................................................................................................... 13

5 Testing and Fault Finding ...................................................................................................... 14

5.1 Check the Ignition Connection ..................................................................................................... 14

5.2 Check Data and GPS Reception ................................................................................................... 14

5.3 Fault Finding .............................................................................................................................. 14

6 Dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 15

7 Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 16

8 Contacts ................................................................................................................................ 17

Qube 300 | Installation Manual

1 Introduction

1.1 Overview

The Navman Wireless Qube 300 is an Automatic Vehicle Location unit (AVL) that is installed into fleet
vehicles. It communicates with a server and allows vehicle information to be stored and monitored.

It is a combined GPS (Global Positioning System) and communications product that contains:

 a GPS Receiver to provide accurate location data,
 a Cellular Modem that enables data to be transferred between the vehicle and the server,
 an on-board microprocessor to allow data processing and storage, and external communication.

1.2 Audience

This Installation Manual is written for a professional vehicle technician. Navman Wireless welcomes your
feedback. To contact us or to visit our website, see section 8.

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2 Qube 300 Hardware

2.1 Box Contents

Qube 300 3-Wire power cable (1.9 m)

Clear plastic security cover (upper part) 4 self-tapping mounting screws AND 4

washers

Clear plastic security cover (lower part) 3 screws for the security cover

2.2 Other Components Required

You will also need the following components before starting the installation:

 GPS Antenna
 Cellular Antenna

To allow for quicker and easier installations, Navman Wireless recommends the use of the combination
antenna that includes both GPS and cellular components built into same housing (SAP#10001358).

Note: You can use a combi-antenna OR a separate GPS Antenna and a separate Cellular Antenna.

Contact your Navman Wireless dealer for advice on the best choices for your type of installation and for
ordering information, if necessary.

Depending on the installation requirements, you may also need the following components:

 8-Wire I/O cable (SAP#10001294)
 10-Wire I/O cable (SAP#10001293)
 Navman Wireless digital temperature probes (and Installation Manual)
 Satellite Modem cable (SAP#10001311)

Note: The 3-Wire Power cable, the GPS Antenna, and the Cellular Antenna are the minimal requirement for
tracking only.

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3 Mounting Locations

3.1 Antenna Mounting Location

CAUTION

The antenna must be at least 20 cm (8”) from any person to meet FCC RF exposure requirements.

3.1.1 Exposed Antenna Installation

• Using the supplied double-sided tape pad, mount the antenna in the upper or lower corner of the

vehicle’s windshield. Tuck the wires behind the A-pillar panel and run under the dash to the Qube’s
location.

3.1.2 Covert Antenna Installation

• Using the supplied double-sided tape pad, mount the antenna to a flat clean surface under the

dashboard and positioned horizontally. Make sure the correct side of antenna is facing up.

• Do not mount the GPS antenna under any metal structure or near the vehicle’s radio. Avoid

mounting the antenna under dashboard in areas where metal clipboards, laptops, loose change, etc.
may be placed on top of the dash. These items may inadvertently block the GPS signal to the
antenna.

Fleet manager will need to determine the appropriate method (exposed or covert) for mounting the antenna.

Note: The combination antenna (SAP#10001358) is not waterproof – do not mount outside of the vehicle.
Use of an antenna that is not approved by Navman Wireless, or antenna installation that is contrary to the
recommendations provided by the antenna manufacturer or Navman Wireless may result in poor GPS or
cellular performance, and may invalidate the product warranty.

3.2 Qube 300 Mounting Location

Choose a suitable mounting location for the Qube 300, using the following guidelines, but do NOT install the
Qube 300 until advised.

The installation is considered to be permanent as the firmware can be updated without removing the Qube
300 from the vehicle.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The Qube 300 contains an accelerometer that detects movement. It is critical that the Qube 300 is

mounted securely and cannot move independently of the vehicle OR vibrate off its mounting location.

Insecure mounting of the Qube 300 may result in false or incorrect vehicle movement alerts.