Vecima Networks AMG1020X User Manual
AMG1000BHx kit contents:
AMG1020x
Advanced Mobile Gateway
AMG1021B
Backpack Antenna
AMG1022H
Wiring Harness for
Heavy Duty Trucks
x=U if equipment is to be operated in the USAwhere:
x=C if equipment is to be operated in Canada
Advanced Mobile Gateway AMG1000
Heavy Duty Truck Kit
Installation Guide (AMG1000BHx)
1.0 Safety & Regulatory Information
Important safety and regulatory information on the AMG unit may be found on on page 13
of this installation guide.
CAUTION: Be sure to thoroughly review the safety and regulatory information before installing and
activating the AMG unit.
2.0 Kit Contents
There are two AMG aftermarket kits for heavy-duty trucks:
• AMG1000BHx kits include the “Backpack Antenna” and will be used in the majority
of cases, where both the base unit and the antenna are to be installed in the cab
interior.
• AMG1000AHx kits include the “External Antenna” and should be used when it is
necessary to install the antenna on the cab exterior or if specifically requested by
the “fleet” customer. Instructions for AMG1000AHx kit installation are not included
here, but are available online: support.truckerlink.com
This is the installation guide for the AMG1000BHx kit as shown in Figure 1.
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Release r05
Figure 1: AMG1000BHx Heavy Duty Truck Kit
3.0 Recommended Tools
The following tools are recommended for the installation:
• Phillips and Square Drive screwdrivers – to unscrew the dashboard
• Pin Extractor – Deutsch Part Number: 0411-310-1605
• Punch – to assist in removing designated wires from J1939 if necessary
• Needle-nose pliers – to remove the wedge lock
• Carpenter knife – to separate wires C&D from covering over both wires (if needed)
• Zipties – to secure loose wiring and perhaps the AMG itself
IMPORTANT – PLEASE COMPLETE THE
FOLLOWING TASKS BEFORE
INSTALLATION
Turn the truck on and check for existing lamps, warning
lights, or anything out of the ordinary:
Investigate issues as needed before beginning the install – this thorough pre-install exam
helps troubleshoot issues should any arise after installation.
Pull the diagnostics fuse
This fuse will likely fail if not removed before installation begins. Refer to additional
documentation as needed to identify this fuse, as it will be in a different place for each make
and model of vehicle.
Activate the AMG:
Step 1: Obtain Required Information
The following information is required to activate an AMG unit:
• AMG Serial Number – see Figure 2 for location of this information
• Fleet Name – the name of the fleet the vehicle belongs to
• Truck Number – the number the fleet uses to identify the vehicle
• Dealer Code – the code for the dealership where the TruckerLink unit was
purchased from
• VIN – the Vehicle Identification Number for the vehicle in which the AMG unit will be
installed
• Odometer – the vehicle odometer reading from the dash
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Figure 2: AMG Serial Number
P/N:
UNIT S/N:
1234567890
1234567890
AMG1020U
AMG1020U
(888) 558-6188 ext 1
Il est important que le numéro de série
de cet appareil soit associé au numéro
du camion qui recevra cet appareil.
It is important that the UNIT S/N is
associated with the Truck # that
will receive this unit.
Please call
to activate
Veuillez appeler
pour activer
AMG Serial Number
Bottom of AMG Unit
AMG Bar Code Label (Close Up)
P/N:
UNIT S/N:
1234567890
1234567890
AMG1020U
AMG1020U
MODEL: AMG1020U
FCC ID: OPP-AMG1020X
IC ID: 2943A-AMG1020
Unit mounted with backpack attached to base:
BEST
NOT
ADVISED
AVOID
ENTIRELY
The mounting location
should provide access
to the cable connections
on the AMG base unit.
Ideally, this side should be facing UP
with no metal objects between it and the
sky
The mounting
location should
allow the status
LEDs to be visible.
Step 2: Call 1-888-558-6188 ext. 1
Call this number once the information from Step 1 is obtained. A customer service agent will
then activate the unit. It will usually take a few minutes to complete.
Identify the best location for installation:
Before the wiring harness, AMG base unit, and antenna are installed, it is strongly
recommended that the vehicle cab is inspected for potential installation locations and an
installation plan is devised. Keep the following information in mind when locating a suitable
install location and plan:
1) The AMG base unit may not be installed any further than 16 feet away from the J1939
bus splice.
2) The backpack antenna (included in AMG1000BHx kits only) may be installed either on
the AMG unit itself or up to 3 feet away from the AMG base unit.
3) Antenna reception is critical for effective AMG operation, therefore the antenna must not
be obstructed by metal objects. Optimal antenna orientation is shown in Figures 3 & 4.
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Figure 3: Optimal Unit Orientation (antenna attached to base)
Figure 4: Optimal Unit Orientation (antenna separated from base)
Backpack antenna and base unit mounted separately:
BEST
NOT
ADVISED
AVOID
ENTIRELY
AMG BASE UNIT
ORIENTATION
NOT CRITICAL
Ideally, this side of the backpack antenna
should be facing UP with no metal
objects between it and the sky
The mounting location
should provide access
to the cable connections
on the AMG base unit.
The mounting
location should
allow the status
LEDs to be
visible.
Note: Placement behind the dashboard has been most successful in field trials, and is therefore the
recommended location for AMGs with the backpack antenna.
A good install location will be one that:
• Is not visible to the driver
• Has clear line of sight to the sky for the backpack antenna, ideally as close to the
front of the cab as possible.
• Allows the backpack antenna to mount parallel to the ground – the ideal placement
is horizontal without any metal objects between it and the sky. Unscrew the antenna
if needed to place the antenna in an ideal place.
• Will allow the technician to be able to see all four LEDs on the unit.
• Allows easy access to the GPS, CDMA, and GSM connections on the unit
• Enables the AMG base unit to be secured via screws, such that the screws are not
visible to the driver.
Note: Record the Pre-Installation Information on the Installation Form located in AMG Kit.
PROCEED WITH INSTALLATION ONLY AFTER
THE ABOVE TASKS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED
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4.0 Connecting the AMG
GSM
Cellular
Antenna
Connector
8 Pin
MOLEX
Connector
CDMA
Cellular
Antenna
Connector
GPS
Antenna
Connector
Unit
Status
LEDs
4.1 AMG Base Unit Connections
The AMG base unit connectors are shown in Figure 5.
Note: There are two cellular antenna connections, one is for GSM and the other is for CDMA. Be sure
to check connections made to the AMG unit thoroughly.
Figure 5: AMG Base Unit Connectors
4.2 Wiring Harness for Heavy Duty Trucks
The Wiring Harness is made from C1204 4-conductor shielded cable with an Molex 8-pin
mini fit connector and a Deutsch 4-pin in-line connector.
Figure 6: Wiring Harness for Heavy Duty Trucks
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