Aperia Technologies Halo Connect GW-10 User manual

Halo connect INSTALLATION
GUIDE for SLEEPER cab vehicles
© 2022 Aperia Technologies, Inc.
Aperia Technologies, Inc.
1616 Rollins Rd.
Burlingame, CA 91040
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.aperiatech.com
Document Number: 91-00008374 Rev. R01
June 2022

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SAFETY WORDS AND SYMBOLS
Please pay attention to special symbols used through this manual to convey important information. Hazard sig-
nal words such as WARNING, CAUTION, or NOTICE are used throughout this manual. Information accented by
these words indicates a point of emphasis and importance. The following denitions comply with ANSI Z535.6
and indicate the use of signal words as they appear within this manual.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you of potential physical injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injuries.
NOTICE is used to address practices which could result in damage to equipment or
property.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The Halo Connect Gateway and its components should be installed in accordance with the instructions
in this manual. Proper installation of the Halo Connect system is critical to ensure safe use of the device.
Failure to do so may result in injury or death, damage to equipment, material or property. Carefully read,
understand and follow all safety related information within this manual.
Exercise caution when working with the vehicle power sources to avoid injury.
customer support
Phone +1 844-RUN-HALO
Website www.aperiatech.com
Sales [email protected]
Technical [email protected]
Contents
2 Important Safety Information
3 Section 1: Components & Tools
4 Section 2: Block Diagram & Install Layout
5 Section 3: Plan component installation
6 Section 4: Where to Find Power Sources
7 Section 5: Mount GPS antenna mounting and route cable
9 Section 6: Mount TPMS antenna
10 Section 7: Route GPS and TPMS antenna cables into the cab
11 Section 8: Apply gateway ID label to door
12 Section 9: Mount the gateway
13 Section 10: Connect power harness to vehicle
16 Section 11: Route cables and connect to gateway
18 Section 12: Prepare for activation
19 Section 13: Begin activation & install sensors
20 Section 14: Gateway activation workow
22 Section 15: Regulatory Information

1. Gateway
2. LTE antenna
3. GPS antenna
4. TPMS cable w/ antenna
5. Power harness*
6. Gateway ID label
7. TPMS sensor kit
Halo Connect system components
*Power harness connector will vary based on
vehicle type (RP1226 connector shown)
# TOOL/CONSUMABLE DESCRIPTION PURPOSE
1Small Impact Driver Self-tapping screws, cabin panels
2Bits for small impact driver (5/16 hex, phillips, torx) Self-tapping screws, various cabin panels
3 2-3" impact extension (compatible with small impact) Tool clearance - gateway screws
4 Drill Make cab access hole
51/2" drill bit or hole saw Make cab access hole
6 Debur tool Debur cab access hole
7Micro ush cutters Cutting zip ties
8 Channel lock pliers Tighten TPMS antenna onto cable
95/8" wrench Tighten TPMS antenna cable to bracket
10 Aperia SMA 4 in-lb torque wrench (P/N: TK-104SMA) Tightening SMA connections onto gateway
11 Mobile device (iOS or Android 6.0 or later) Activate gateway
12 Multimeter Check power source voltage
13 Misc. standard tools Gain access to dash and route cables
14 Isopropyl alcohol (or other residue free cleaner) Clean body panels for adhesives
15 1/4" loom Protect cable routed on exterior of cab
SECTION 1. Components & Tools
Required tools and other consumables
www.aperiatech.com
[phone]
[email protected]
Model: GW-20
S/N: 031776
MAC: 11-22-33-44-EE-FF
Gateway Information
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SECTION 2. BLOCK DIAGRAM & INSTALL LAYOUT
GATEWAY
GATEWAY
GPS
TPMS
TPMS
GPS
POWER
OPTION 2 POWER
OPTION 1
GATEWAY
POWER
OPTION 2
POWER
OPTION 1
GPS
TPMS
Install Layout Option 1
Alternative Layout
GATEWAY
GPS TPMS
TPMS
POWER
GATEWAY
GPS
TPMS
POWER
Gateway: On B-Pillar
GPS Antenna: On Dashboard
Power Source: Under Dashboard
TPMS Antenna: Low on rear of truck
Gateway: Under sleeper bunk
GPS Antenna: Top fairing bracket
Power Source: Under sleeper bunk
TPMS Antenna: Low on rear of truck

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GPS
Transmissions are blocked by
metal, but will pass through
berglass, plastic, or glass.
Preferred Location: Top faring bracket or roof
Alternative Location: Top of dashboard
SECTION 3. PLAN COMPONENT InstallATION
GPS Antenna
TPMS
POWER
GPS
Preferred Source: Inverter power & ground studs
Alt. Source 1: Direct to battery
Alt. Source 2: Fuse panel
Power Source
TPMS Antenna
TPMS Antenna
Gateway
Cable routes & cab acess hole
GATEWAY
Gateway power source should be:
• Continuous, 12V or 24V power source
• Grounded to the vehicle chassis
• Find an existing cab access hole, or a location to
make a 1/2 inch hole, to route the external cables to
the inside of the cab.
• Power harness and externally mounted antennas
must have enough length to reach the gateway.
• Excess cable put into service loop and stored in an
open volume behind a trim panel or other safe spot.
• Right, Left, or Center of cab
• Points DOWNWARD
• Protrudes below bottom of cab
• Does not contact anything when
cab airbags deated.
GPS Antenna on top fairing bracket
min. 6" from vertical metal
Antenna performs best in
horizontal orientation
Preferred Location: Under sleeper bunk
Alternative Location: Behind seat
on B pillar panel

SECTION 4. WHERE TO FIND POWER SOURCES
Preferred Power Source: Power & ground studs on power inverter under bunk
Power Harness PN: CB-DC10A
3/8" ID ring terminals w/
5/16" ID conversion washers
Common location Vehicle Side Of Power Harness
Alternative Power Source 1: RP1226 Telematics Connector
KW T680
Pete 579
Volvo VN
Cascadia
Pete 579
Power Harness PN: CB-RPS16A and CB-RPS16A-P1
Common locations in dash* Vehicle Side Of Power Harness
Alternative Power Source 2: Fuse panel under bunk
Power Harness PN: CB-FT10A
Common location Vehicle Side Of Power Harness
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*RP1226 connector became available as an
option in 2019 model years and is becoming a
standard feature in most class 7/8 tractors.
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Step 5.1: Clean and prepare the GPS antenna mounting surface and cable routing area
A. Clean the surfaces where the GPS adhesive and adhesive cable tie mounts attach.
SECTION 5. MOUNT GPS ANTENNA AND ROUTE CABLE
• Avoid placing GPS less than 6" away from
any vertical metal plates, including the back
wall of the cab as it can aect GPS signal.
• DO NOT put tight bends in cable near anten-
na. Let the cables follow a natural path.
Too close to rear of cab (vertical metal)
1-4"
min. 6"
Step 5.2: Attach the GPS antenna
A. Apply loom to the GPS antenna cable.
B. Remove the 3M adhesive backing and place
the antenna in the desired location.
C. Secure cable with zip tie 1-4" from antenna.
D. Apply rm pressure to any adhesive mounted
components for approximately 15 seconds to
ensure optimal adhesion.
Preferred GPS Location: Top Fairing Bracket
Alternative GPS Location: On top of dashboard
GPS

Step 5.3: Route GPS antenna to bottom of cab
A. Route the loomed antenna cable to the bottom of the cab, towards the cabin access hole, securing
the cable at least every 12 inches.
GPS CABLE ROUTING GUIDELINES
• Do not bend or stretch antenna cables too tightly when routing.
• Keep a minimum bend radius of 1/2" for GPS to prevent signal transmission issues
• When routing the cables avoid sharp edges that may cut or abraid the cable or heat sources that
may melt the cable.
• Only attach adhesive cable tie mounts to flat, clean surfaces. Do not mount them on curved or dirty surfaces.
SECTION 5. MOUNT GPS ANTENNA AND ROUTE CABLE (CONT'D)
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Step 6.1: Install TPMS bracket
A. Attach the provided TPMS bracket to the rear of the cab in your previously selected location. Be
sure the TPMS antenna will protrude below the bottom of the cab
Step 6.2: Attach TPMS antenna to bracket
A. Loom TPMS cable enough to reach to cab access hole.
B. Attach the TPMS antenna cable to the bracket and tighten.
TIGHTEN: Finger tight + 1 turn
C. Attach the TPMS antenna onto the cable then carefully tighten.
TIGHTEN: Finger tight + 1/4 turn, until snug.
The TPMS antenna
must be oriented pointing DOWN-
WARD to ensure good reception
from the TPMS sensors.
TPMS CABLE ROUTING GUIDELINES
• Do not bend or stretch antenna cables too tightly when routing.
• A minimum bend radius of 1" for TPMS must not be violated to prevent signal transmission issues.
• When routing the cables avoid sharp edges that may cut or abraid the cable or heat sources that may melt the cable.
• Do not use adhesive cable tie mounts on curved surfaces. Only attach them to clean, flat surfaces.
SECTION 6. MOUNT TPMS Antenna
Test t the TPMS antenna prior to attaching bracket
to make sure it will protrude past the bottom of the cab and will
not contact anything, even when cab airbags are deated.
TIGHTEN:
Finger tight + 1 turn
with 5/8" wrench
TIGHTEN:
Finger tight + 1/4 turn
with pliers
TPMS

Step 7.1: Find or make the cab access hole
A. Use the existing access hole located during the planning
step, or make a 1/2 inch access hole, in the bottom of the
cab to route cables for externally mounted antennas into
the cab.
CAB ACCESS HOLE GUIDELINES
• Conrm that no airlines, wiring, or other items on the exterior of the vehicle will be damaged when the drill punctures
the oor. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle.
• The cab access hole should be in a location where stored items or foot trafc won't repeatedly smash or bend the
cable where it enters the vehicle.
SECTION 7. ROUTE GPS & TPMS ANTENNA CABLES INTO THE CAB
CAB ACCESS HOLE
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Preferred cabin access hole: Exisiting grommeted hole
Alternative cabin access hole: Make 1/2 hole and use provide grommet

Step 7.2: Route cables to cabin access hole
A. Place a cable tie mount 1-4 inches from TPMS antenna.
B. Route the GPS and TPMS to the access hole, securing cabling with zip ties and cable tie mounts
under cab at least every 12 inches.
CABLE ROUTING & PROTECTION GUIDELINES
• Do not use adhesive cable tie mounts to secure cables under the cab. The provided heavy duty cable tie mounts
are best for this purpose.
• Loomed cable should be at least 6 inches away from exhaust components.
DO NOT put tight bends in
cable near antenna. Let the
cables follow a natural path.
FCC ID: 2ARY2-HALOC IC: 24637-HALOC CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
Rating: 12/24V 1A Assembled in the USA
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Telematics Gateway Puerta de Enlace
www.aperiatech.com
[phone]
[email protected]
Model: GW-20
S/N: 031776
MAC: 11-22-33-44-EE-FF
Gateway Information
www.aperiatech.com
[phone]
[email protected]
Model: GW-20
S/N: 031776
MAC: 11-22-33-44-EE-FF
Gateway Information
SECTION 8. APPLY GATEWAY ID LABEL TO DOOR
The barcode on the gateway ID label is scanned when activating the gateway or performing
maintenance on Halo Connect.
Step 8.1: Apply gateway ID label
A. Remove the gateway ID label from the rear of the gateway
B. Select an easily accessible location for the gatway ID label (door or door jamb is recommended).
C. Clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol.
D. Apply the gateway ID label
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SECTION 7. ROUTE GPS & TPMS ANTENNA CABLES INTO THE CAB

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Preferred Gateway Location: Attach to wall under bunk
Kenworth T680
Step 9.1: Mount the gateway inside cab
A. Mount the gateway in the previously selected
location.
B. Use incuded self drilling screws when
mounting direct to sheet metal or a sheet
metal support behind a trim panel.
C. Use toggle anchors when mounting to a
hollow wall.
GATEWAY LOCATION GUIDELINES
• Mount the gateway in a location where the power harness and antenna cables can reach.
• Mount the gateway on a vertical wall, at least 8 in (20 cm) away from driver and passengers and at minimum 1 in (2.5 cm)
from the oor of the cab.
• Gateway must be permanently mounted via self-tapping screws or other secure attachment method (subject to
eet preference).
• Gateway must not interfere with passenger access or seat movement/positioning.
• Gateway and mounting screws must not interfere with seatbelt.
• Gateway must be protected from damage by loose items being stored and spills.
• Gateway should not be mounted on the oor of the cab
• Gateway should be accessible by maintenance techs.
SECTION 9. MOUNT THE GATEWAY
GATEWAY

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The positive wire of the power ca-
ble must be fused. An un-fused power cable may
over-heat and lead to a vehicle re.
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Fuse Rating: 2 Amp
Step 10.1: Connect power harness to vehicle
SECTION 10. CONNECT POWER HARNESS TO VEHICLE
POWER
OPTION 2
POWER
OPTION 1
1. FUSE PANEL POSTS
2. INVERTER INPUT POSTS
3. BATTERY TERMINALS
VEHICLE CONNEC-
TION POINT OPTIONS
A. Attach 3/8" ring terminals directly to posts and secure with existing fasteners
B. If ring terminals are larger than stud, put the 5/16" washers between the ring terminal and nut.
PREFERRED POWER SOURCE: Factory battery power and ground posts
Direct connection power harness - Part # CB-DC10A

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SECTION 10. CONNECT POWER HARNESS TO VEHICLE (CONT'D)
Aperia offers two versions of the RP1226 power harness. Make sure you have a harness that is
compatible with the vehicle make.
APERIA RP1226 POWER HARNESS OPTIONS
HARNESS PART #s HC- PART #s ENDING IN DESCRIPTION COMPATIBILITY
CB-RPS16A -RPS16A Connects to power via
pin 14 of connector
Not Compatible with Kenworth
or Peterbilt Trucks
CB-RPS16A-P1 -RPS16A-P1 Connects to power via
pin 1 of connector
Not compatible with Interna-
tional Trucks
*Recommended practice RP1226 and J1939 protocol states that only one device should
be connected per connector. This harness only connects the power and ground pins to
the gateway, not the vehicle data pins in the RP1226 connector, thereby not violating these
requirements.
RP1226
HALO CONNECT
Connect
to RP1226
connector in
vehicle
Passthrough for
additional device*
(optional)
Connect to
gateway
ALTERNATIVE POWER SOURCE 2: RP1226 Connector
RP1226 power harness part #s CB-RPS16A and CB-RPS16A-P1
A. Connect the RP1226 harness directly to the OE connector in the vehicle. If RP1226 connector is
already populated with other devices, disconnect them.
B. Reattach any removed devices to the passthrough connector on the harness.
Common locations in dash
KW T680
Pete 579
Volvo VN
Cascadia
Pete 579

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A. Locate fuse panel.
B. Select a fuse on a battery circuit.
C. Remove selected fuse from panel.
D. Insert removed fuse into fuse tap.
E. Insert fuse tap into fuse slot oriented as shown in Fuse Tap
Diagram below
F. Attach ground ring terminal to ground according to ground instructions below.
Fuse Tap Diagram
Gateway
Circuit
Original
Circuit
IN OUT
2
Hot Side of
Fuse Slot
Existing Fuse
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Fuse Panel
Existing
Fuse
2
Ground Connection
Attach the ground connector to an existing
vehicle ground stud or use the included
self tapping screw to attach to a clean,
corrosion free, bare piece of metal.
ALTERNATIVE POWER SOURCE 2: Fuse panel
Fuse tap power harness - Part #s CB-FT10A
SECTION 10. CONNECT POWER HARNESS TO VEHICLE (CONT'D)

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Step 11.1: Route antenna cables and power harness to gateway and bundle
A. Uncoil and detangle antenna cables and power harness for easier bundling.
B. Route cables to gateway.
C. Bundle the excess cables by rolling into loops and securing with zip ties.
D. Bundle the GPS, TPMS, and Power cables separately.
Step 11.2: Connect antennas and power cable to gateway
A. Combine cables into loom
B. Tighten the LTE antenna to nger tight + 1/4 turn using pliers.
C. Tighten the TPMS & GPS antenna cable with the SMA torque wrench to 4 in-lb
D. Connect the power harness to the gateway.
SECTION 11. Route Cables & Connect to gateway
CABLE ROUTING & PROTECTION GUIDELINES
• Avoid tight bends when bundling and routing.
• Minimum bend radius for proper function:
TPMS - 1 inch ; GPS - 1/2 inch
• Ensure cables are routed away from any sharp edges
or pinch points to avoid damage.
TPMS
GPS
GATEWAY
GPS
TPMS
POWER
OPTION 2 POWER
OPTION 1

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Step 11.3: Store bundle and secure exposed cables
A. Store excess cabling in an open space behind a trim panel.
B. Secure cable near gateway using a cable tie mount to prevent snagging.
SECTION 11. Route Cables & Connect to gateway (CONT'D)
Do not put tight bends in cables near connectors.
Let the cables follow their natural path.

Step 12.2: Connect antennas and power cable to gateway
A. A green LED on the gateway will indicate that the gateway is powered on.
B. Ensure that the blue "Ready" LED is solid prior to starting activation.
If LEDs are ashing, the gateway is receiving an update. Updates may take a minute or two. When the
update is complete the LEDs will return to a solid state, and then activation can take place.
Step 12.1: Download Halo Connect mobile app
A. Using a mobile or tablet device with iOS or Android 6.0 or later, search for "Halo Connect" in the
app store & download the Halo Connect app.
Step 12.3: Gather required information
A. Fleet Activation Code (FAC) - Located on a label on the outside of the product packaging.
B. Fleet Vehicle ID - Unique eet truck ID typically located on the outside of the vehicle.
C. VIN - Full 17-character VIN is on sticker in door jamb or door of vehicle.
SECTION 12. PREPARE FOR ACTIVATION
App Link: http://aperiatech.com/HC-app
Fleet Activation Code
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Step 13.1: Download Halo Connect mobile app
A. Open mobile app and follow workow in section 14 until step 11, then proceed below.
B. The sensors are marked with the specic positions they must be installed on.
C. Install the sensors. Tighten to a rm hand tight then spray wirth soapy water to check for leaks.
Wheel positions with Halos will have the sensors installed on the Halo hoses.
Positions without Halos have sensors installed directly onto valve stem.
D. After sensors are installed proceed with step 12 in section 14.
SECTION 13. BEGIN ACTIVATION & INSTALL SENSORS
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SECTION 14. GATEWAY ACTIVATION WORKFLOW
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Delivery Fleet
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Open the Halo Connect app and
choose: "Set Up a New Vehicle"
Scan the QR code on the door
label.
When prompted enter the
gateway serial number found
on the door label.
Choose "recongure" if prompted. Enter the Fleet Activation Code
(FAC) or scan the QR code.
Choose "NEXT"
The FAC can be found on the
Connect box label, or contact
[email protected]
Enter the Fleet Vehicle ID and full 17-digit
VIN. The VIN must be entered correctly.
Choose "NEXT"
Select the vehicle conguration
Choose "NEXT"
Select each axle position and choose the
correct cold ination pressure.
Choose "NEXT"