Davis Instruments DriveRight User manual

GPS/Wireless Interface
Module Installation Manual
Includes:
GPS/Wireless Interface Module (#8127)
GPS Module (#8128)

For Products: #8127, 8128 Rev. A (5/16/06)
Davis Instruments Part Number: 7395.221 GPS/Wireless Interface Module Installation Manual
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GPS\Wireless Interface Module
Installation Manual
This manual provides the instructions necessary to install the DriveRight
GPS\Wireless Interface Module (#8127) and GPS Module (#8128) with your
DriveRight 600Edevice. The GPS\Wireless Interface Module is also used in
conjunction with the Wireless Download Module (#8129).
Note: At time of publication, the Wireless Download Module (#8129) is still under development.
Please contact your DriveRight reseller or Davis Instruments for more information on its
availability.
Refer to the DriveRight 600 User’s Guide, DriveRight 600EAddendum, and
the DriveRight Software Online Help for instructions on how to configure and
use your GPS Module.
Note: The GPS Module (#8128) is only compatible with the DriveRight 600Edevice (#8126). It
cannot be used with older DriveRight devices.
Components and Mounting Hardware
The GPS\Wireless Interface Module (#8127) should come with the component
and mounting hardware shown below:
GPS\Wireless
Interface Module
(#8127)
Double-Sided Foam Tape (6 strips)
5.5" Cable Ties (4)
12" Cable Ties (2)
#4 x 3/8" Pan Head Self-Tapping Screws (2)
Velcro Tape (4 pair)
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Components and Mounting Hardware
The GPS Module (#8128) is sold separately and comes with the component
shown below:
Installing the GPS\Wireless Interface Module
1. Place the GPS\Wireless Interface Module under the dashboard of the
vehicle, near the DriveRight 600Edevice or SmartCard On-Board Reader.
2. Secure the GPS\Wireless Interface Module in place using the provided
cable ties, velcro tape, or double-sided tape.
Installing the GPS Module
1. Mount the GPS module on top of the dashboard:
• Locate the module so that it has a clear view of the sky. Any metal
obstructions may interfere with satellite reception.
• The module must be at least three (3) feet away from any cellular or CB
antenna. Close proximity to a transmitting antenna may degrade or dis-
rupt GPS reception.
2. Secure module by using double-sided tape, velcro, or magnetic mounting.
Note: Davis does not recommend magnetic mounting outside of the vehicle.
3. Route the GPS Module cable to the GPS\Wireless Interface Module.
Making Connections
1. Connect the GPS Module to the
GPS\Wireless Interface Module by
plugging the male connector into the
socket labeled “GPS”.
2. Disconnect the DriveRight 600E
device or SmartCard On-Board
Reader cable from the Digital Input
Adapter Cable.
3. Connect the male connectorfrom the
GPS/Wireless Interface Module
cable to the female connector from
the Digital Adapter Cable.
GPS Module
(#8128)
WGPS
GPS
Module
#8128
GPS/Wireless
Interface
Module
#8127

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Components and Mounting Hardware
4. Connect the female connector from the GPS/Wireless Interface Module to
the Male connector from the DriveRight 600Eor SmartCard On-Board
Reader if present.
See the diagrams below for help on disconnecting and connecting the cables
properly:
Disconnecting Cables:
Hold both cables by their connector housing and pull apart.
The housing of the male connector slides to separate the cables.
Connecting Cables:
Slide
Connector Housing
Hold the female connector and push the male connector from behind, allowing
its housing to slide back. The cables lock together when a connection is made.

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Components and Mounting Hardware
See the wiring diagrams below for more information:
Note: The GPS module must be enabled via the DriveRight Fleet Management Software for the
module to function. See the FMS Online Help System for more information
Digital
Adapter Cable
W
GPS
GPS
Module
#8128
GPS/Wireless
Interface
Module
#8127
DriveRight 600EDevice
#8126
GPS\Wireless Interface Module to DriveRight Wiring Diagram
WGPS
SmartCard
On-Board
Reader
#8105
GPS\Wireless
Interface
Module
#8127
Digital
A
dapter Cable
DriveRight 600
E Device
#8126
GPS\Wireless Interface Module to SmartCard On-Board Reader Wiring Diagram

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Components and Mounting Hardware
GPS\Wireless Interface Module Specifications
Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.25'' x 2.00'' x 1.00'' (97 mm x 61 mm x
23 mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 oz (0.3 kg)
Operating Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Storage Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-40°F to +185°F (-40°C to +85°C)
Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .+12Vdc to +16 Vdc regulated, 100-250 mA
Memory Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lithium cell, estimated 5 year service life
Cable Connection/Length
Module to adapter cable . . . . . . . .Male 8-pin Mini-DIN / 14'' (355 mm)
Module to DriveRight 600E. . . . . .Female 8-pin Mini-DIN / 24'' (609 mm)
GPS Module Specifications
Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.38'' x 2.38'' x 1.00'' (58 mm x 48 mm x
27 mm)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4.0 oz (0.113 kg)
Operating Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-22°F to +185°F (-30°C to +85°C)
Storage Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-40°F to +194°F (-40°C to +90°C)
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1575.42 MHz (L1)
Cable
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78'' (2 m)
Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-pin locking Mini-DIN
GPS Receiver Specifications
Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1575.42 MHz (L1)
Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<3 m
Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.1 mph (0.05 m/s) typical
Dynamic Limits
Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 G max
Jerk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 m/s3
Startup Time To First Location Fix
DriveRight unplugged for:
0 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 seconds
More than 0, less than 4 hours . . .40 seconds
More than 4 hours. . . . . . . . . . . . .120 seconds
Re-Acquisition Time
After 60 second obstruction . . . . . 10 seconds
Internal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<1.0 seconds

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Contacting Davis Technical Support
Contacting Davis Technical Support
If you have questions or encounter problems installing or operating your GPS/
Wireless Interface Module or GPS Module, please contact Davis Technical
Support.
Note: Please do not return items to the factory for repair without prior authorization.
Phone Support
[phone] – Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
[phone] – Fax to Technical Support.
E-mail Support
[email protected] – E-mail to Technical Support.
[email protected] – E-mail to Davis Instruments.
Web Support
www.davisnet.com – Copies of User Manuals and Installation Manuals are
available on the “Support” page. Watch for FAQs and other updates.