Installation Tips
- Standard installation is the connection of:
Power
Ground
Ignition source
Momentary Duress Switch
- This device can be mounted on the asset to be
tracked using screws, bolts, cable ties or industrial adhesives.
- Mounting the device in a horizontal orientation
with the label side facing down is recommended.
- Do not mount under metal objects.
- The device should be mounted as far away from the radio and speakers as possible.
Note: If the device is not securely mounted to the vehicle then it may trigger false accident/rollover alerts and harsh driving events.
- Connecting Wires:
- Wires should be connected while the module is
not plugged in.
- Wires should be fastened to stable wires or
non-moving parts. Any heat omitting and/or moving objects should be kept away
from wires.
- There should be no exposed wires. If factory
isolation was removed while connecting wires, the isolation material should be
applied
- If wires are placed in the
exterior or in places where they can be damaged or exposed to heat, humidity,
dirt etc. additional isolation should be applied, and the wires should not be
loose.
- Connecting Power Source:
- After the vehicle computer goes to sleep mode, power
might be still available on the power wires. Depending on the vehicle, this
may happen in 5-30 minutes period.
- When the module is connected, measure the
voltage again to make sure it did not decrease.
- It is recommended to connect to the main power
cable in the fuse box.
- 3A, 125 V external fuse to
be used.
- Connecting Ignition Wire:
- Check if it is a real ignition wire i.e. power
does not disappear after starting the engine.
- Check if this is not an ACC wire (when the key
is in the first position, most of the vehicle electronics are available).
- Check if power is still available when you turn
off any of the vehicle device.
- Ignition is connected to
the ignition relay output. As alternative, any other relay which has power
output when ignition is on, may be chosen.
- Connecting Ground Wire:
- Ground wire is connected to the vehicle frame or
metal parts that are fixed to the frame.
- If the wire is fixed with
the bolt, the loop must be connected to the end wire.
- Connecting Iridium Modem:
- The device is delivered with an Iridium
satellite modem that will be plugged into the Flexi’s wiring harness.
- The extra red wire coming out of the harness is
POWER IN for the modem.
- Connecting Duress Switch:
- Install the momentary duress switch included in
the box by connecting one terminal to the Pink Digital Input 1 wire on the
Remote Worker’s wiring harness.
- Connect the other terminal to ground.
- The momentary duress switch is to be installed with the missile style
switch covers also included in the box.
Test these devices thoroughly as it is crucial
that they are functioning properly.
Note: Please note the switch must be held in the on
position for 3 seconds to activate.
Mounting Iridium Modem
Selecting a Mounting Location
The mounting location is critical to ensure a safe installation and reliable operation. For reliable operation
and optimal satellite performance, the installer should consider the following guidelines
- The location must provide a safe and secure installation
- The Iridium Edge is not intended to be operated near a person. Always ensure that the Iridium
Edge is mounted more than 20 cm from persons for compliance with RF exposure limits.
- Select a flat, horizontal mounting location for optimal uniform satellite performance.
- Make sure that the mounting location provides a clear unobstructed 360 degrees’ view of the sky
in all directions. Typically, this means selecting a mounting location that is on top of an asset.
- Do not install the Iridium Edge inside a building or under metal surfaces.
- Make certain that the mounting location will not heat up the Iridium Edge causing its temperature
to exceed the maximum operating temperature. If the surface can get hot, especially in the direct
sun, an insulating material should be used between the mounting surface and the Iridium Edge.
- Never mount the Iridium Edge close to any other communication equipment or antennas.
- Never install the Iridium Edge in a location where water can collect.
- Never install the Iridium Edge near an exhaust which can deposit fumes and carbon and which
can affect satellite operation.
IMPORTANT: Please ensure that the Iridium satellite modem is mounted in a location that provides a clear unobstructed 360 degrees view of the sky in all directions. Typically, a suitable mounting location is on the top middle of the vehicle dashboard or on top of an asset.
Screw Mount
The Iridium Edge has 4 mounting holes designed to accommodate M4 screws.
- Do not remove the red plastic over the double side tape. Removing the red tape, exposes the
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double sided tape which may cause the tape to inadvertently adhere the Iridium Edge to the
mounting surface.
- The installer needs to provide all mounting hardware for the Screw Mounting installation. Screw
selection is installation specific depending on the mounting surface thickness and its material
type.
- The Accessory Bag contents are not required for the Side Mount installation. These can be set
aside.
- Use Iridium Edge to carefully mark the mounting holes.
- Drill four (4mm) holes in the mounting surface and/or the bracket that secures the Iridium Edge.
- Select a side channel for the cable to exit, depending on cable routing and installation restrictions.
- Remove the grey plug from the selected channel by gently prying it out with a sharp flat head
screwdriver. If the plug needs to be re-inserted, ensure the plug is flat to the baseplate before
pressing in with your thumb. Do not use any instruments to re-insert. Optionally remove the
second grey plug as it is provided for aesthetic purposes only.
- Firmly press the pigtail cable into the selected channel, making sure that the cable is flush with
the baseplate. Do not use any sharp instruments.
- In the event that the pigtail cable must be removed from the side channels, always keep a thumb
over the center of the Iridium Edge where the pigtail connector exits. It is very important to be
careful with the pigtail cable when it is not secured in the side channel.
- If the supplied aesthetic grey plug is not used, optionally fill the unused channel with silicon
sealant to prevent the insertion of sharp tools under Iridium Edge.
- Insert mounting screws and tighten the screws and nuts. Do not exceed torque over 40 N-m.
- Secure all mounting nuts with an appropriate thread locker that meets the installation
requirements for factors such as vibration and temperature.
Bottom Mount
In the bottom mount configuration, the Iridium Edge is held in place with a single screw. The items in the
Accessory Bag are required for this type of installation.
- Do not remove the red plastic over the double side tape. Removing the red tape exposes the
double sided tape which may cause the tape to inadvertently adhere the Iridium Edge to the
mounting surface.
- Drill a single 15mm hole at the desired location for the Iridium Edge. Ensure that the surface is
flat to avoid water ingress under the Iridium Edge.
- Insert the Slotted Screw into Iridium Edge baseplate and screw until finger tight.
- Carefully press the Rubber Grommet into the baseplate until it is flush with the Iridium Edge.
- Optionally, fill the two side channels with silicon sealant, taking care that it does not unseat the
rubber grommet. The two grey plugs shipped with the Iridium Edge can be optionally retained.
- Mount the Iridium Edge and drop the pigtail connector through the drilled hole.
- Place the Slotted Nut over the top of the pigtail cable above the heat shrink such that the wide
side of the tapered Slotted Nut goes over the cable first.
- Tighten the Slotted Nut into the screw. The Slotted Nut should be tightened sufficiently to
compress the Rubber Grommet and to prevent water from getting under the Iridium Edge and
then down inside of the installation. Do not exceed a 5N-m when tightening the nut.
- The Spiral Sheath protects the pigtail from chaffing. Unwrap the sheath and wrap it around the
pigtail just above the heat shrink.
- Firmly press the sheath so that it makes contact with the Iridium Edge’s baseplate and goes
inside the Slotted Screw.
- Connect and screw the mating cable to the Iridium Edge’s pigtail connector. Tighten until finger
tight. Do not use any wrenches or tools to tighten the cable connectors.
- Ensure that the Iridium Edge pigtail cable is strain relieved. It is very important that the
hanging cable is properly strain relieved and not left hanging such that the cable’s weight and
vibration pulls on the Iridium Edge’s pigtail connector.
Tape Mount
The tape mount is for a permanent installation only. Iridium Edge devices that are installed with tape
cannot be removed without damaging or removing the double sided tape.
- The Accessory Bag contents are not required for the Side Mount installation. These items can be
set aside.
- Do not use the tape mount for testing or prototyping. When the tape is applied properly to
a smooth clean surface, the Iridium Edge is very difficult to remove.
- Do not tape the Iridium Edge to the mounting surface until the mating cable is
successfully installed and the Iridium Edge is operating correctly.
- Ensure that the mounting location is clean and smooth, without any surface abrasion.
- Skip to the Mating Cable installation instructions to install the cables and test the installation.
When the installation is verified, continue with the instructions below.
- Verify that the Iridium Edge pigtail cable is securely pressed into the baseplate.
- Mark the location and corners for the desired location of the Iridium Edge.
- Clean the mounting surface with rubbing alcohol.
- Remove the red plastic tabs covering the Iridium Edge’s double side.
- Carefully press the Iridium Edge on the marked location.
If the Iridium Edge needs to be removed, do not pry it off the asset. Prying can damage both Iridium Edge or the mounting surface. It is recommended to remove Iridium Edge using a thin wire that is sawed back and forth under Iridium Edge to cut the double sided tape.
Additional Components
It is possible to add a Driver ID system leveraging an iButton reader and buzzer. This can be achieved by following the below wiring diagram and steps:
- Connect Brown and Green (Pin 13 and Pin 14) on the Remote Worker to the Red iButton Signal Line on the iButton reader
- Connect the Black iButton wire to Ground
- Connect Green Switched Ground (Pin 10) on the Remote Worker to the Black Buzzer Wire
- Connect the Yellow Buzzer Wire to Power
Wiring Harness