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SAFETY & AFTER-MARKET EQUIPMENT
WARNING
FAILURE TO INSTALL THE EQUIPMENT
AS RECOMMENDED COULD CAUSE OR
CONTRIBUTE TO AN ACCIDENT AND RESULT
IN DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR PERSONS.
The use of after-market equipment in motor vehicles can compromise a vehicle’s safety-related design characteristics, including but not limited to:
• Airbags, including but not limited to potential obstruction of airbag deployment;
• Passenger compartment, including but not limited to potential for ergonomic
problems, physical obstacles, etc.; and
• Trunk/gas tank protection, including but not limited to the potential for
trunk-mounted equipment to exacerbate tank vulnerability in a rear collision.
This product is to be installed by qualified installation personnel only. The installer must
be trained in industry best practices for this type of installation. The training would
include but not be limited to:
1. The appropriate methods for installing cables such that:
• The operation of the vehicle is not interfered with.
• The installation process does not damage or interfere with other vehicle compo-
nents and/or systems.
• Wiring is kept clear of sharp objects, sources of heat and any other hazard that
could damage the cable or wire.
• Wiring is secured such that it does not cause damage to other equipment, itself,
or interfere with the operation of other systems and devices.
• Wiring through bulkheads is performed such that wiring does not chafe, and a
seal is maintained between compartments.
• Appropriate and industry standard fasteners, splices, connectors and ties are used
for the vehicle environment.
• Appropriate slack is in place to prevent straining of the wire, cable or connectors.
• Any other issue that could affect the integrity of the wiring or the safe operation
of the vehicle is addressed appropriately.
• All wires connected to power sources are fused at the power source.
This product is to be installed by
qualified installation personnel only.
Incorrect installation may result in FIRE
or contribute to an ACCIDENT
2. The appropriate methods for mounting equipment in vehicles such that:
• The safe operation of the vehicle is not interfered with.
• The equipment is attached to the vehicle as securely as possible to minimize
the risk of the equipment breaking free in an accident situation.
• The installed device does not interfere with the deployment of air bags.
• The installed device does not obscure displays or interfere with the ability of
the driver to operate other vehicle systems and components.
• The installation process does not damage other vehicle systems or components.
• Compartments remain sealed against the elements.
3. The correct use and operation of the required tools.
Further:
• The installer must have the ability to read, understand and follow the instruc-
tions in the installation manual.
• The installer must be equipped with the correct tools for performing each installa-
tion operation.
The Customer must ensure that the installation of all equipment provided for this
project is safe, used for its intended purpose, and is in continual accordance with
all applicable codes, rules, regulations and guidelines provided by motor vehicle and
equipment manufacturers, as well as any state, local or jurisdictional bodies.
Trapeze Ranger v4.0 is a Windows CE fixed-mount computer for two-way wireless
communication, electronic dispatching, in-vehicle navigation, and more.
This Ranger Installation guide includes directions for successfully installing and
interfacing a Ranger into a vehicle. Specific wiring and installation procedures may
change from customer to customer and should be discussed prior to installation.
If any questions remain after reading this guide, please contact Customer Care at
1-877-411-8727 for more information.
a) Carefully read the Installation Guide before installing this product. If anything is un-
clear please contact Trapeze for support.
b) Ensure that the NEGATIVE battery connection is disconnected before beginning work.
Note: Some components may lose short-term memory (i.e. engine or transmission adaptive parameters, and radio presets) after a protracted time without battery power.
c) Ranger should be serviced by qualified, trained personnel only. Attempting to
remove the cover or disassemble the device could expose you to dangerous high
voltage points.
d) Do not attempt to install or operate a damaged device. If the unit has been
exposed to excessive amounts of water; shows evidence of physical damage; or
is not operating properly; unplug it from the power source and contact qualified
service personnel.
e) Use of thread-locking compounds such as Loctite may cause serious damage
to plastic enclosures. Many thread-locking compounds are not compatible with
thermoplastics and can lead to stress cracking. This will require the unit to be
returned to replace the ABS enclosures.
TOUCH PANEL CARE AND CLEANING
• Do not use high-pressure air, water or steam to clean the surface of the touch
panel. The action may cause the touchpanel to mal-function.
• Clean the touch panel surface with a dry soft cloth; only Alcohol or Ammonia
based cleaner can be used with caution when necessary.
• Always dampen the cloth and clean the panel. Do not spray the cleaning agent on
the panel itself
• The touch panel is sensitive to long term water exposure and any excess
moistrue should be wiped off.
• Do not apply adhesive materials to the surface of the touch panel. This can
cause permanent damage. This restriction includes stickers, tape and static
screen protectors.
• The use of aftermarket screen protectors is not recommended and may void
the warranty of the touch panel. A heavy duty film option is available as a
manufacturing option.
Ensure that you have all of the items listed in the Parts List
This includes the Main Cable Cover, Mounting Ball, RF Cable Cover and antennas.
The following Table lists the recommended torque settings for installing these items.
Over and under torquing can lead to product damage and/or failure.
We recommend using a calibrated torque screwdriver for tightening all screws.
A Huber Suhner SMA torque wrench (74Z-0-0-21) is recommended for tightening
the Antenna cable.
T-Taps are not a suitable form of splicing into existing cabling. All splices must be
soldered and glued. Heat shrink must be used for protection.
2. POWER
Power connections should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the
battery as possible. Avoid using a cigarette lighter or “Power Point” receptacles as
power sources. Trapeze does not recommend wiring power directly to a vehicle kill
switch because the Ranger will not power down correctly. Appropriate fuses are provided with the installation equipment.
3. GROUND
The ground point should be that point where the (-) terminal from the battery is
connected to the body. This connection to the battery is typically a 6 or 8 AWG
black wire connected to the wheelhouse or radiator support.
Do not fuse the ground lead. If the ground-side fuse were to open, the entire supply current would be conducted by an alternate current return path, which may
cause the feed line to overheat possibly resulting in damage.
4. SWITCHED IGNITION POWER
It is important to utilize an unused ignition point. Connecting to an ignition point
that is currently being used to switch other devices can cause improper operation of
those devices.
There are two methods for interfacing to the vehicle ignition. If neither of these
options are possible, then contact your Trapeze representative and alternate ignition
options can be discussed and approved.
Itishighlypreferabletondanignitionsourcethatgoeshighonlywhentheengine is
actually on. If this source cannot be found, an ignition source that goes high only when
the ignition is in the ON position is the next recommended source.
A) AUXILIARY ELECTRICAL PANEL (PREFERRED)
Many bus manufacturers will include an auxiliary electrical panel for interfacing peripheral devices. Below is an example of a common location in buses with a Ford chassis.
One of these terminals will typically be a switched ignition point. A ring terminal should
be used when connecting to this type of ignition interface point. Ask the local maintenance personnel if you need assistance to find this panel.
An unused ignition activated position in the fuse panel is another option. This installation requires an Add-A-Circuit fuse holder as pictured below. It is not acceptable to
use a “fuse sleeve”
Example of an Auxiliary Electrical
Panel on a Ford Van
Add-A-Circuit Installation
C) VSS (VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR FOR ODOMETER PULSES) OPTIONAL
Most installations will utilize the Ranger GPS receiver for mileage tracking, however
in some cases a wired odometer connection may be required. Many vehicles have a
VSS point which provides a pulse train from the transmission. Vehicles that do not
have a VSS point with adequate signal characteristics will require the installation of a
transducer. It is the responsibility of the installer and customer to locate a VSS point
or determine the appropriate location for a transducer. Your Trapeze representative
may be able to assist in locating suitable VSS point. He/She can also provide
information on the type of signal that is required for accurate odometer tracking.
The emergency switch is usually installed somewhere that would allow for covert
operation. This location needs to be chosen by the customer prior to the start of
installation. Trapeze will provide a switch if one is required. It is sometimes possible
to use an existing switch already on the vehicle. A Trapeze Vehicle Specialist will
provide details for your specific requirements.
Add-A-Circuit Installation
The emergency switch is typically installed on the lower left side of the driver seat.
Always ensure that the connector on the emergency switch pigtail is strain reliefed off
the floor to prevent shorts if water enters the connector.
and strain reliefs to keep wires in place. Seal all holes to prevent moisture intrusion.
b) Route and secure all under-hood wiring away from mechanical hazards such as
exhaust manifolds and moving parts.
c) Maintain as great a distance as possible between mobile radio power leads and
the vehicle’s electronic modules and wiring. Avoid running power leads in parallel
with vehicle wiring over long distances.
d) If cabling is routed under the instrument panel, be sure that there is no interfer-
ence with proper operation of the foot controls.
2. STRAIN RELIEF
Ensure that there is no strain exerted on cable connectors where they enter the
unit. Avoid placing the unit in a position where the cable connectors entering the
back of the unit are under pressure or strain of any kind. Ensure the power cable
is fully inserted before replacing the cable cover. In the event of undue stress or
strain on installed cables and connectors, permanent damage may occur imparing
the connections. This may result in intermittent or complete loss of communication
and or power. Always include strain relief every 2-3 feet on long cable runs.
As the Ranger can be tilted and rotated freely by the driver/user, cabling should
be installed such that moving/adjusting the position of the unit does not exert any
signicantstressonthecables.
3. LABELING
It is important to always label cabling at connection points. This simplifies mainte-
nance in the future. Using cables with consistent coloring will also make maintenance easier.
The following are the minimum specifications for hook-up wire that
should be used during the installation process:
a) Ranger Power and Ground
300V, 105°C PVC, 18AWG stranded
b) Ignition
300V, 105°C PVC, 22AWG stranded
c) Odometer Interface
300V, 105°C PVC, 22AWG stranded
d) Ranger Inputs (i.e. Emergency Input, etc.)
300V, 105°C PVC, 22AWG stranded
6. ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENTS
Always ensure that there is adequate voltage at the point where Ranger is being pow-
ered. Compare this voltage to the voltage at the battery. The two voltages should be
almost the same or a different power point should be chosen closer to the battery.
Ranger 4.0 contains celullar, WIFI, Bluetooth and GPS antennas.
Cellular, WIFI and Bluetooth antennas are capable of transmitting. Ranger should be
installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8”) between the radiator
and the operator and the operator or any passengers.
The orientation and mounting location of Ranger4.0 can have an effect on
antenna performance.
To optimize GPS performance, mount the Ranger vertically with a clear view of the sky.
2. EXTERNAL ANTENNAS
If desired, external WIFI and/or GPS antennas can be used with Ranger 4.0
for assistance in selecting an appropriate antenna.
To comply with FCC and Industry Canada rules, an external WIFI antenna must be a
monopole type with gain of no greater than 5dBi.
Use short lengths of low loss cabling whenever possible. WIFI performance is
especially susceptible to cable losses.
Some importance features to consider are:
Compact construction
Durability
Weatherproong
Temperature stability
Mode of Installation
Groundplane style antennas are ideally mounted on the centre of a metal vehicle roof.
Glass mount antennas should be mounted away from metal objects.
When using an adhesive antenna, it is extremely important to make sure that the
surface of the mounting location has been thoroughly cleaned. Use Isopropyl alcohol
to clean the surface just before securing the adhesive pad.
3. CABLE ROUTING
The antenna cabling has a minimum inside bend radius of 2”. Bending the cable
tighter will cause degradation in antenna performance.
Avoid routing the antenna cable in parallel with the vehicle wiring over long distances.
Trapeze Ranger v4 is a water resistant
Touchscreen display, Compact Flash, smart card/magnetic card readers and USB host/
device port. Application software can be custom-designed making it adaptable to a wide
variety of applications. It has an optional internal wireless modem for HSPA or EVDO
networks. Internal GPS allows Ranger to be used for vehicle navigation, AVL (Automatic
Vehicle Location) and/or Computer Aided Dispatch systems for fleet applications.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using
an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna
type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power
(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including ...
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio
peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur)
approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques
de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le
type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication
satisfaisante.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage ra
dioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible
d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
NOTE: 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 when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particulat 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 or more of the following measues:
- 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.
Important:ChangesormodicationstothisproductnotexpresslyauthorizedbyTra-
peze could void the EMC and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate
the product.
2. IEC 60950 3RD EDITION (2000) SAFETY OF INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT
3. ISO 7637-1 Load Dump Transient
Designed for ISO 7637-1 Load Dump Transient
4. MIL STD 810F: GENERAL VIBRATION
Tested to MIL-STD-810F Vibration Test Method 514.5 Procedure I: General Vi-
bration, Category 20 Ground Vehicles.
4.1. Highway Vehicle Endurance Testing
Each axis was exposed to 1 hour of vibration according to Figure 514.5C-1 U.S.
Highway Truck Vibration Exposure Levels. This is an accelerated fatigue test
meant to test the unit’s life cycle. The unit was functionally tested before and
after the test.
5. MIL STD 810F: Shock Test
Tested to MIL-STD-810F Shock Test Method 516.5 Procedure I: Functional
Shock. Functional Shock was performed on the vertical, transverse, and longitudinal axes with a pulse of 40gs. The tests were performed to ensure the unit
stays intact during vehicle operation.
6. IEC 60529 - IP54
Tested to IEC 60529 IP54 for protection against ingress of water with harm-
ful effects splashing. Unit must not be equipped with magnetic card reader
or taximeter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum
distance of 20 cm between the radiator and the nearest human body.