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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 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 or more of the following
measures:
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority to
operate the equipment under FCC Rules.
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This document explains the unit's
evaluation kit set up.
2
Cello Hardware Installation
Guide
This document explains the Cello
family variants installation
instructions and good practices.
3
CR300 Release Notes
This document describes the relevant
technical aspects of the CR300.
4
Cellocator Fuse Harness
Overview
This document describes the relevant
technical aspects of the Fuse
Harnesses.
5
Battery Handling Procedure for
Cellocator Units
This document describes how to
handle batteries during storage and
transportation.
Version
Date
Description
1.0
May 20, 2014
Initial version.
1.1
June 3, 2015
Updated referring to active products.
1.2
December 30, 2015
The CR power input should be connected to
the vehicle protected power line at the
output of the fuse box.
1.3
February 13, 2016
Fix typing issues in section 5.3
Add reference to section 5.3 in section 3.2
Add safety notes in section 3.2
1 Introduction
This guide provides the necessary information for technicians to install the CR Family
units (CR-300/B). It describes how to install and verify the proper functioning of the
installation kit elements.
1.1 Abbreviations
1.2 References
1.3 Revision History
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The CR Family includes the CR-300 and CR-300B. The CR variants are advanced
integrated GPS/GPRS units designed for fleet management and SVR applications. The unit
also includes a GNSS receiver and a 32-bit processor and memory providing storage for
generated events.
The CR-300B also includes a battery which provides a better solution for SVR applications.
2.3 CR Family Harnesses
The CR units support the following harnesses:
711-00276 CR Six wires main harness. 711-00301 CR Family 6 Wires mold Harness. The harness is replaced by the
711-00331 CR Family 7 Wires mold Harness
711-00280 CR Family Fuse Harness 711-00331 CR Family 7 Wires mold Harness 711-00328 CR Family 10 Wires mold Harness
This document explains in detail how to use the 711-00328 CR Family 10 Wires mold
Harness Kit for proper installation.
Please refer to Cellocator Fuse Harness Overview for installation instructions for the Fuse
Harnesses.
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CR unit. Includes built in GSM
modem and GPS/GNSS receiver.
The CR B models also include a
battery.
Vehicle harness
PN 711-00276
Six wires harness for vehicle
installation.
CR two wires
Fuse Harness
PN 711-00280
Two wires fuse harness for
power only fast installation.
CR Family 7
Wires mold
Harness
PN 711-00331
7 wires Harness, which supports
the CR Family Protector.
CR Family 10
Wires mold
Harness Kit
PN 711-00328
10 wires harness, which supports
all CR300 interfaces.
2.4 Overview of the Hardware Installation Elements
The CR Hardware Installation requires the items listed in Table 1.
Table 1: CR Hardware Installation Elements
2.5 CR 10 wires Harness (PN 711-00328)
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Cellocator provides the 712-00328 CR Family 10 Wires mold Harness mainly where serial
interface (pin 7&8) or Dallas (pin 10) interfaces are required. In other cases the 71100331 CR Family 7 Wires mold Harness can be used.
The harness is made up of colored 22AWG wires, 1.2 meters long, utilizing a 10-pin
connector that links to the CR unit and a 4 pin connector for the serial interface. A fuse
holder with 3A fuse and PTC Resettable Fuse 60V and Imax=40A is attached to the
harness.
The following table provides a description of the harness. Additional information can be
found in the relevant sections dealing with the harness installation instructions.
Table 2: CR 10 Wires Harnesses description
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- You must be a certified technician and qualified to install the Cellocator unit.
- Please make sure you have the correct documentation for the devices you install. The
devices and documentation change frequently, which may impact the installation
procedures.
- Make sure you know the installation procedures and restrictions of the vehicle; consult
with the dealer or manufacturer to get any specific instructions. These may refer to
locations in the vehicle where you can install the device, connections to the electrical
system, use of fuses, etc. Not following these instructions and restrictions may create
false alarms and malfunctions in the vehicle systems and may even void the vehicle
warranty.
- Modern vehicles have many computerized systems that may be sensitive to radio
transmissions from the device you install and may also generate interferences to the
device. Carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions and restrictions regarding these
- Disconnect the vehicle battery during installation. Working on live wires can be
dangerous and can, for example, result in airbags inflating or fuses burning out. Some
devices (e.g. the radio) may require reprogramming after a power disconnect.
- Do not install any wires (except the fuel sensor wires) near the fuel system or fuel
pipes. Make sure you never work near the fuel system with the battery connected.
- Installation in vehicles with computerized systems may have unexpected results.
Please consult with your local car dealer before performing any vehicle OEM invasive
installation.
- Do not disconnect any connectors in the vehicle while the ignition switch is turned on.
This may result in damage to sensitive vehicle subsystems.
- Use special care when handling the backup battery of the Cellocator unit. Refer to
Battery Handling Procedure for Cellocator Units for details.
- Review the important safety notes in section 5.3 Harness Power Installation
Specifications.
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To correctly install the device and accessories, you may need the following equipment and
tools:
A wire cutter Pliers (2 sizes may be required) Screwdrivers of several sizes Professional insulation remover Crimping tool for wire lugs Digital multi-meter Utility (razor) knife Flash light or other light source Tools to remove the vehicle trims (panel popper, sockets, ratchet etc.)
3.4 Materials Required
Soldering wire Insulation tape of good quality (which can withstand the high temperatures in a
vehicle on a hot summer day)
Wire lugs with star washers Grommets, plastic tubes – as needed
Figure 3: Materials Required
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This section lists the Best Practices you should follow for installing the unit.
Put protective covers on the front seats before you start the installation, to prevent
damage to the upholstery. Use other covers for sensitive areas in the vehicle (LCD
display, radio etc.).
Do not use a cutter to expose the conductor in the wire, use a professional insulation
remover that will not damage the delicate copper conductors.
Use soldering for all of your connections. Do not connect a new wire to an existing
wire (without soldering it) to make a connection. These types of connections, as shown
in the following picture, are typically of poor quality and sooner or later will disconnect
or will make intermittent connections.
Figure 4: Poorly Soldered Connection
A good connection has to be properly soldered, as in the picture below:
Figure 5: Correctly Soldered Connection
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Isolate the connection with a plastic cover or a professional insulation tape so that no
wires remain exposed.
Figure 6: Isolate the Connection
Use existing wire ducts, openings and holes to pass wires between different areas in
the vehicle. Do not punch or drill new openings or holes to pass wires between
different zones in the vehicles, as this will create permanent damage to the vehicle,
and other wires or pipes. Make sure the opening is properly protected by a grommet
or a plastic sleeve to prevent damage to the wires.
Figure 7: Preventing damage to the wires
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Use only a voltmeter or LED based test lamp (that uses a very small current) to test
the existence of voltage in a wire or accessory. Do not use a regular test lamp to test
the existence of voltage in a wire. These testers take quite a lot of current and may
damage the equipment in the vehicle (for example it can trigger an airbag or damage
a communication bus).
When you want to test the voltage on a wire, do not expose the existing wires or use a
sharp edge to make an electrical connection to a wire through the insulation sleeve
around it. Make the connection at the end of the wire, near the connector.
Do not insert the multi-meter probe tip into the female pin in the connector. This may
widen it and prevent a proper connection when the male connector is plugged in.
Figure 8: Incorrect probe insertion
The correct way to connect the probe of a voltmeter or tester to the connector is
shown below:
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To connect the negative power wire of the device, connect a lug properly crimped (or
soldered) to the negative wire of the device (pin 3 in the 20 pin connector) and screw
it to the chassis using an existing screw. Ensure the connection is good and stable.
Figure 10: Connecting negative power wire
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After all wires are connected, use plastic straps (cable ties) or insulation tape to secure
all the wires and cables to fixed elements in the vehicle (such as existing stable cables,
metal parts or other fixed parts of the vehicle, but not parts that are removed during
regular vehicle service). Loose cables and wires may cause irritating noises while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not lay cables and wires on the floor of the vehicle where people can step on them.
Always route the cables in areas where they will not be stepped on or otherwise
damaged by other activities.
All wires and cables should be hidden. Make sure the device is receiving power with a properly fused connection. The fuse is
supplied with the harness.
To attach the device to its location use a thick, two sided, adhesive tape, between the
device and the fixed support and then use two plastic straps (cable ties) to secure the
device to its location. Make sure the device is well positioned and will not become
loose (it may either fall or create irritating noises if not properly secured).
Figure 11: Attaching the device
When you finish your work, clean the vehicle and return all the items you removed
into their original positions, using all the original screws and connectors.
Test the functioning of all the vehicle systems: they should all perform as is before you
installed the device.
Test the connectivity of the device with the system server to ensure proper operations.
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Passenger cars of all types
Light and heavy trucks
Buses
Motorcycles
Snowmobiles
Tractors
Boats, jet skis and other
marine units
The carriage of a semi-
trailer or full trailer
Containers and other assets
Installation in these environments
requires special protection materials
and is not covered in this guide.
4 CR Unit Installation Instructions
Before installing, please read the Pre-Installation Information and Safety sections.
4.1 General
The following table describes the type of vehicle in which you can install the device, and
which vehicles you should NOT install it in.
Table 3: Compatible and incompatible Vehicles
4.2 Location of the Device in the Vehicle
When locating the device in the vehicle please consider the following:
The device is not weather proof. It is specified as an IP40 device and thus is not
immune to penetration of water, rain, dust, dirt and smoke. If you need special
solutions to special environmental conditions, please consult your customer support or
account manager.
The device receives and transmits radio energy in the GSM frequency bands. The device receives radio energy in the GPS frequency band from GPS satellites above. In SVR applications it is recommended to conceal the device so that it will not be easy
for thieves to find and disconnect it.
The device will not function well in excessive temperatures (see the specifications for
details).
The device requires minimal maintenance.
The following table describes both the preferred locations for installing the device and a
list of locations where the device should NEVER be installed.
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passenger compartment under the
console and above the leg space.
In a protected area under the
driver’s seat.
Less preferable: in the trunk of a
passenger car (the radio signals
penetrate the trunk mostly through
the rear window and rear seat: you
may have to find the best location
and orientation through trial and
error).
Outside of the passenger
compartment or vehicle trunk.
In the engine compartment.
Inside the bumpers/fenders.
Behind the front lights.
In air ducts.
Close to airbags.
Under the vehicle.
Under the roof of the vehicle.
In a location susceptible to rain or
water.
Inside a metal pocket or box.
In the loading area of a truck or
pickup.
Near the fuel tank.
Near the wheels.
Near any radio transmitter or its
antenna.
Table 4: Where to install the device
Some vehicles, (for example, some Renault Kangoo models) have solar windows with
transparent metallic coating that blocks the solar radiation. Unfortunately they also block
most of the radio radiation required for the GPS reception. In these cases, you may
consult with the dealer about the best locations for the device. If such support is not
available, use trial and error to find a reasonable place for the device.
Locating the device in a prohibited location may significantly affect the functionality of the
device, will shorten its lifetime and will create malfunctions and expensive service calls.
Note that the space inside the doors is not a very good location. It is more exposed to
outside temperatures and will force you to install the device vertically and not
horizontally. If you have to install the device there make sure to locate the device in the
area that is not exposed to rain and water and has reasonable reception.
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Keep at least 30 cm between the device and any computerized system in the vehicles, to
avoid mutual interference.
Do not install the device or any wire near a moving or rotating part of the vehicle.
The device uses the internal GPS antenna that should have a good GPS reception and
consequently the device direction (orientation) is important. To ensure this, the side
marked “This side Up” should face upwards and should have a clear sky view,
unobstructed by any metal or shields. Plastic and glass do not usually affect reception.
Figure 12: Device orientation
The GPS receiver in the device is sensitive enough to allow reasonable reception even in
cases where the top side of the device (marked 'This Side Up') deviates up to 60 degrees
from the ideal direction.
Figure 13: Ensuring the device is located with 30cm free radius
In any case, this side should have a free space (with no metal obstructions) of
approximately 30cm radius, with the device in the center of it.
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NOTE: Make sure that your SIM card PIN is identical to the PIN programmed in the unit,
or disabled. The default value of the unit PIN code is 1234. If the SIM PIN and the unit pin
differ, insert the SIM card into a regular cellular phone and either change its PIN to the
unit PIN (1234) or disable it.
SIM PIN protection and value (locking the SIM) can be activated automatically providing
PIN synchronization between the SIM and the unit.
2. Gently slide t h e SIM card into the SIM holder as shown below.
Figure 15: Inserting the SIM Card
3. Close the unit, insert the 2 screws and tighten to a torque of 3.5 kgf-cm (kilogram
force per centimeter) which is approximately 0.35 Nm (Newton per Meter).
4.5 Installing the Battery in CR B Models
See Battery Handling Procedure for Cellocator Units for information about the battery and
its handling instructions.
If you received the device without the battery or you received the device with the battery
inside but not connected, please open the device, connect the battery cable to the onboard connector and close the device. When you connect the vehicle battery to the
device, the device will start working normally. Do not reverse the order of connections;
the correct order is to first connect the battery then connect the vehicle power to the
device.
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The following information is common for all the outputs:
All Outputs are Open Collector type and can sink up to 300 mA continuous. External devices (not OEM) that consume more than 300mA should be powered by a
relay. In such cases, the output implementation requires an external relay.
The outputs can be activated or deactivated from the control center using the OTA command.
5.1.2 Relay Pin-Out
A relay is utilized to serve as an adaptor between the harness output and a device in the
vehicle (immobilizer, siren, etc.). The following figure shows the pin-out location of the
relay. The pin numbers are also printed on the Relay itself.
5.1.3 LED Output
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The relay figure and the pins numbers are used when describing harness outputs installations.
The harness LED green wire is connected to the CR unit pin no. 2. The LED itself should
be connected to the LED wire and vehicle Battery. The LED provides an indication of
system status. A full description of LED indications in the CR unit is presented below.
The LED output can be used as general purpose open collector output, if configured accordingly.
The LED output involves a sophisticated blinking pattern which provides monitoring status
of both GPS and GSM status. The blinking pattern is constructed of repeated cycles of two
blinking zones each. The first zone represents GSM functionality and the second zone,
GPS functionality.
Each zone lasts for 3 seconds with a 1-second LED off interval between them. A 5 second LED off interval separates each cycle.
The harness Global Output brown wire is connected to the CR Pin no. 3.
The output functionality is defined according to programming parameters (PL). In most
cases, the CR unit uses this output as a global output, allowing activation/deactivation of
several devices, such as blinkers, parking lights, an additional siren, etc. In this case the
output shall be connected to the required device as shown in the following installation
diagram.
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The harness Dallas Input gray wire is connected to the CR unit pin no. 10 and used for
Driver Identification.
5.3 Harness Power Installation Specifications
5.3.1 Main Power
The harness Main Power red wire is connected to the CR unit pin no. 1 and should be
connected to the car’s protected power line (12V / 24V) (refer to Installation Drawing,
Section 5.5).
Please note that the battery name or picture used in this document represents practically
the protected power line at the output of the fuse box.
5.3.2 GND
The harness GND black wire is connected to the CR unit pin no. 6 and should be connected
to vehicle ground (at dedicated points) (refer to Installation Drawing, Section 5.5).
The harness supports a 4 pins connector allowing external devices communication to the
CR unit via its serial interface (CR pins 7 and 8). The connector is illustrated in Figure 18.
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When you have finished installing and testing the device you have to record the relevant
details. These details will help you or your colleagues to maintain the device in the future.
The best way to do this is to register all the details in an easily accessible application with
a database. This application should be accessible by a PC at the installation location or
even via smartphone. A less efficient solution is an Excel file or even handwritten records.
The details that should be recorded are:
Name of the customer ID of the vehicle Type of the device installed Accessories installed (sensors, harness etc.) Cables/Harnesses used Location of the device in the vehicle Direction and inclination of the device Name of the installer Location where the installation took place Date of installation Results of installation test/issues found Results of communication test to the server/issues found Picture(s) of the installed device, harness and accessories, as installed Other comments
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