PD5 Installation Guide
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PD5 Components
PD5
Fixed Mount Kit
The host installed by professional person and please don't use it when Tablet non-fixed on RAM Mount.
The tablet is used special screws to fix on RAM Mount
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These parts are required for a standard PD5 install
M-010-0634
PD5 Display
L-019-0516
PD5 Cable
L-016-0642
RAM Mount
H-050-0013
Screw Packs
H-048-0509
RAM to PD5
H-048-0510
RAM to
Vehicle
Intended Use
The PeopleNet PD5 is designed to operate within the typical truck-in-cab and be installed on the dash by the end user. It is designed to be used
while mounted and should not be used while unmounted.
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System Overview
PD5 connected to a PMG
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System Overview
PD5 connected to a PCG
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Standard Installation Steps
1. Identify a location on the dash where the display can mount.
1.1. The location should be sturdy enough to support the PD5 over time. Metal is preferable. If mounting to
plastic, always use bolts with a backing plate or large washers
1.2. The location should be within easy reach of the driver
1.3. The location should be within the driver’s sightlines but must not infringe on the view over the dash
1.4. The location must not interfere with access to, or safe operation of, any cab controls
2. Mount one RAM mount base to the vehicle and attach the other base to the display using the provided screws
3. Attach the RAM swivel arm, angle the display so it faces the driver, then tighten the arm
4. Connect the PD5 cable to the back of the display, making sure the pins seat squarely and the thumb screws are
evenly tightened
5. Route the cable into the dash, making sure to avoid pinch or wear points
5.1. NOTE: The Video and Audio connectors will not be used on most installs. Secure them in the dash
6. Connect the blue barrel connector to the blue barrel on the PMG Auxiliary Cable or G3 OBC Main Cable
6.1. This connection will provide communications between the modules, as well as the Sleep/Wake triggers
7. Connect the 2-Pin Power connector to the mate on the PeopleNet Power Assembly
7.1. This connection will provide vehicle-direct Power and Ground to the display
7.2. Connect the PeopleNet Power Assembly following the vehicle-specific instructions on the PeopleNet
Support Center
8. Turn the vehicle ignition ON and verify the device boots
8.1. If it does not boot automatically, press the power button on the top/right of the face
8.2. The Power button is also a battery charge indicator, with Solid Green indicating Charging, Solid Blue
indicating the device is booted but not charging (as when it is unplugged), and Blinking Green indicating an
issue with the battery or imminent loss of battery power
8.3. Follow the Pairing/Initialization Procedure below
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Setting PeopleNet “PMobile” to Default
The PD5 will arrive without PeopleNet as the default boot mode. Follow these steps to set it so PMobile
boots automatically on future starts.
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Setting PeopleNet “PMobile” to Default
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Pairing/Initialization Procedure
● When PMobile boots for the first time, it will indicate that it
needs an installation.
○ If your PD5 (PeopleNet Connected Tablet) is already
paired to a PMG (PeopleNet Mobile Gateway) or PCG
(PeopleNet Mobile Gateway) which we will refer to as an
OBC (On Board Computer)
○ You can manually start the installation process by going
to default home -> settings -> information -> admin ->
password 9238 -> installation.
● Enter “9238” for the admin password, and click “OK”.
● You will be prompted to enter the DSN (Device Serial Number)
of the OBC. The serial number is on a white sticker above the
power LED.
○ The serial number starts with a 1 and is 8 digits long.
Example: 11000682
● Enter the serial number of your OBC and click “OK”.
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● The PD5 will attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network of the DSN
you entered.
○ If establishing the connection fails, verify the OBC is on
and that the correct DSN was entered.
● If this is the first time your PD5 has connected to a OBC, it will
need to modify a setting.
○ This setting allows the the PD5 to communicate with the
OBC properly
● Click “OK” or let the timer expire.
● This will cause your PMobile software to reboot and use the new
setting.
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● Due to the reboot and the install not being complete yet, you will
be prompted to complete an installation again.
● Re-enter your OBC’s DSN and click “OK”
● The PD5 will attempt to do the same process as before; and
attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network of the DSN you entered.
○ If it fails, verify the OBC is on and that the correct DSN
was entered.
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PCG Installation Only
● Once the wifi network is established, you will be prompted to
PCG Installation Only
enter your “Installation Credentials”.
○ This is a new prompt unique to the PCG/PD5 pairing
process.
○ The installation credentials are on the next screen.
● In the Installer ID field enter: Your Installer ID
● In the Installer Password enter: Your Installer Password
● If you do not have an installer ID/Password please reach
out to your system administrator
● Click “OK”
● The step is very important, as it allows the PD5 to talk to the
PCG and Enterprise (back-end). It creates a trust relationship
and a certificate held by the PD5.
● There are a number of potential error messages depending on
how far the PD5 gets into the process
○ If you encounter an error message, verify that the
installation credentials were typed correctly
○ If the installation credentials are correct, try rebooting the
PD5 and the PCG. The most common issue is the PD5 or
PCG is unable to talk to the back-end, and rebooting will
cause the PCG to reinitialize its modem and re-register
with the cellular network.
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● After getting past the installer credentials, the installation
process is identical to how it used to be
● You will be asked if this is a “new installation”
○ If the OBC is in a pending state (the OBCs will be
shipped in this state) in the PFM (PeopleNet Fleet
Manager) and you are going to give it a new truck
number, then click “yes” this is a new installation
○ If the OBC is already in an activated state or you want to
give a pending OBC an already existing truck number,
then click “no” this is not a new installation
● If you selected “yes” this is a new installation, you will be
prompted with InstallerID and Vehicle ID fields (you will not see
the Old DSN field like you see in the screenshot).
○ Enter your Installer ID. This installer ID will not be the
same as the installation credentials, and only digits are
allowed in this field. If you do not have an installer ID,
enter a number that will differentiate you from other
installers in your fleet (the Installer ID used at this screen
is recorded in the PFM, it has no impact on your ability to
complete an install).
○ Enter the Vehicle Number you would like assigned to this
device (it will be the vehicle number you use in the PFM
to lookup this device)
○ Click “Submit”
● If you selected, “no”, this is not a new installation, you will be
prompted with InstallerID, Vehicle ID, and Old DSN fields (same
as the screenshot).
○ Enter the Installer ID and Vehicle ID as noted above
○ Enter “Old DSN” only if you are swapping the PMG/PCG
module in this vehicle
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● After clicking “Submit” you will see “Submitting Installation
request. This process could take several minutes” and the
Submit button will be grayed out.
○ If you get an error code at this part and you clicked “yes,
this is a new installation”, verify that the truck number
you’re trying to use is not already in use, and you should
have selected “no, this is not a new installation”.
○ If you get an error code at this part and you clicked “no,
this is not a new installation”, verify that the truck number
used does already exist, and the correct DSN was
entered into the Old DSN field.
● Once you see “Installing Data Store, Activation nearly
complete,” your installation request was accepted by the PFM
and has gone through.
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● You will then be prompted with “Activating Device”. This means
that the PD5 is loading settings from the PFM.
○ Event Journal Service and Mail Message Manager will
start off as “Activating”
○ Once all the settings have been received, they will go
from “Activating” to “Activated”.
● PMobile software will then reboot and load to the Driver Login
screen. At this point, your installation is complete.
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Testing
Once the PMG/PCG and Display are paired, a full test is recommended. Follow the steps below to confirm function.
First, login to the device. If you do not have a Driver ID/Password, contact your system administrator for a test ID.
Once logged in, verify the following:
Go to SystemOBC DiagnosticDiagnostic Basic and verify:
o GPS=3D Indicates the GPS is currently reading. This may not show if the vehicle is indoors.
o Cell Strength is >2 Indicates relative cell signal strength on a scale of 0-7.
Go to SystemOBC DiagnosticDiagnostic Device and verify:
o Ignition reads ON when the vehicle key is on and OFF when the key is off and OFF in accessory.
With the key ON, go to SystemOBC DiagnosticDiagnostic PerformX and verify:
o RPM matches engine
o Odometer Type: ECM and Odo: matches dash
o FUEL TYPE = ECM and FUEL: >0 gallons
Confirm the Display Power button LED is green, indicating charging
o Disconnect the PD5 from the cable and verify the LED turns to Blue and the display remains powered up
NOTE: A fully charged battery will supply power for roughly 15 minutes, though a new unit may not have
a full charge
Any accessories (Satellite, OBDii, GPIO, PTO) activated and confirmed. See accessory guide for details.
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Hard Reboot Button
A hard reboot button is available under the top access panel on the display’s right side. Press the button to reboot
the device if needed.
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Cable Pin-Out
This pin-out can aid in troubleshooting if the display fails to boot
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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 a 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, uses 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 radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution:
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
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