Users Manual
For the
SKYBITZ-2009-MTX
L Band
Mobile Terminal
27 Sep 2009
Prepared By:
22455 Davis Drive
Suite 100
Sterling, VA 20164
703-478-3340
Document No: SKYBITZ-MAN-MTXM-A
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction............................................................................................................ 3
2.0 Item Description..................................................................................................... 4
3.0 Additional Manuals ............................................................................................... 5
4.0 Specifications ......................................................................................................... 6
5.0 Electro-Magnetic Radiation Exposure Statement................................................ 7
List of Figures
Figure 1 SkyBitz L Band Mobile Terminal........................................................................ 4
List of Tables
Table 1 Specifications......................................................................................................... 6
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1.0 Introduction
The SkyBitz Mobile Terminal (MT) can transmit and receive messages through the
SkyBitz network. Its integrated design includes a software-based radio, antennas, and
lithium batteries in one single rugged, environmentally tested package. The SkyBitz
Mobile Terminal is the only satellite-based device on the market that enables information
and tracking services without using an embedded GPS chipset. That means you get all the
benefits of GPS navigation without the high battery consumption and imposing up-front
hardware costs.
SkyBitz designed the MT based on its proprietary and patented Global Locating System
(GLS). GLS offers uncompromising precision without an embedded GPS receiver
(average accuracy is less than 12 meters). Due to the simple radio design, the low
maintenance MT extends battery life for years beyond GPS-based tracking products. The
flexible MT design also accommodates a suite of sensors and transmits and receives
coded and alphanumeric messages.
Powered by user replaceable internal "AA" Lithium batteries, the self-con tained MT is
attached to the outside of the trailer using the two identical Mounting Brackets, which
eliminates the need to cut a hole in the trailer roof. A safety tether is also attached to the
MT and the asset. For total asset visibility and control, the Mobile Terminal can be
configured and monitored through the SkyBitz Customer InSight web application giving
you the tools necessary to drive operational efficiency.
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2.0 Item Description
The MT consists of the following:
• Electronics Circuit Card Assembly or CCA with integral antenna
• Battery CCA and cable assembly
• Circular I/O connector
• Injection molded LEXAN 943 housing with vent
• Injection molded LEXAN 943 base plate
• Hot plate welded construction
• Replaceable batteries
• Injection molded battery access door/tray unit
• Injection molded conductive plastic RF shield
• I/O connector dust cover
• I/O connector protective cover
Figure 1 shows the assembled unit.
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Figure 1 SkyBitz L Band Mobile Terminal
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3.0 Additional Manuals
The following manuals are necessary for proper installation and usage of the SkyBitz
Mobile Terminal. Please read them carefully.
3.1 Installation Manual
Please consult the installation manual for proper installation of the mobile terminal.
Improper installation voids any warranty stated or implied.
Installation Manual InSight Tracking GLS 400 Aluminum Roof Trailer, Version 1.0
3.2 Battery Replacement Manual
Proper replacement of the battery will insure that the mobile terminal will continue to
function properly. Please reference the following manual.
SkyBitz GLS 400 Mobile Terminal Battery Replacement Procedure
3.3 InSight User Manual
The InSight User Manual introduces the user to the features of the SkyBitz InSight web
site. This web site allows customers to access information on their assets that have
SkyBitz mobile terminals. The manual is available for customer use only and may be
accessed at www.skybitz.com.
InSight User Manual Version 7.4.0
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4.0 Specifications
Frequency of
Operation:
Transmit EIRP: < 2 Watts
Dimensions: 12.25" x 5.9" x 1.0"
Power: Batteries: Internal: 8 "AA" lithium primary batteries
Weight
(w/batteries):
Operating
Temperature:
Storage
Temperature:
Vibration: Random vibration from 10 to 500 Hz per Mil-Std 810-F,
Shock: 30 G, MIL-STD-810D, Method 516.3, Procedure I
Salt Fog: Mil-Std 810F, Method 509.4
Humidity: Mil-Std 810F, Method 5.4 for 6 full cycles as described in
Water Immersion: IP67 1 Meter, 30 Minutes
Interface: 15 Pin Connector
Mounting: Stainless Steel Mounting Brackets Bonded to Trailer Roof
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L Band transmit and receive
311.2 mm x 149.9 mm x 25.4mm
External: Regulated 6 volt vehicle power
Automatic sensing and switching of external power
1.55 lb
~700 g
-40 Deg C to 70 Deg C
-55 Deg C to 85 Deg C
Figure 514.5C-1 “U.S. Highway Truck Vibration Exposure”.
Figure 507.4-1.
2 open/closed switch connections
2 open/closed control lines
RS-485 Interface
With 3M VHB Tape
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5.0 Electro-Magnetic Radiation Exposure Statement
The Skybitz, Inc. mobile terminal is an unattended, automatic, intentional radiator. In
normal operation and mounting the general population or user is not exposed to any
significant electro-magnetic radiation levels. Refering to 47 CFR 2.1091(c), the SkyBitz
mobile terminal is considered a mobile device. The transmitter antenna is fixed to the
device and is normally located 20 cm or greater from any person. The maximum ERP
(Effective Radiated Power relative to 1 Watt into a half-wave dipole) of the SkyBitz
mobile terminal is less than 3 Watts peak, and is therefore categorically excluded from
routine environmental evaluation for RF exposure in accordance with the terms of 47
CFR 2.1091(c).
Per Industry Canada RSS-102, Paragraph 2.5.2 RF Exemption from Routine Evaluation
Limits-RF Exposure Evaluation, the SkyBitz mobile terminal transmitter operates above
1.5 GHz and the maximum EIRP is less than 5 W. The SkyBitz mobile terminal does not
expose the installer or general population to significant electro-magnetic radiation levels
as specified by Health Canada limits found in Safety Code 6.
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