Ericsson ORION User manual

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LBI-38901E
Installation Manual
Orion™Mobile Radio

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION............................................................................3
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT.............................3
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION................................................6
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED..............................................................8
INSTALLATION IN VEHICLES POWERED BY LIQUEFIED
(LP) GAS.........................................................................................9
INSTALLATION.............................................................................9
RUNNING CABLES...............................................................9
Power Cable.................................................................... 12
Accessory Cable.............................................................. 13
Ignition Sense................................................................. 20
Control Cable (Remote Mount Only) .............................. 21
CONTROL UNIT MOUNTING (REMOTE APPLICATIONS
ONLY)........................................................................... 21
SPEAKER D2LS1F............................................................... 26
MICROPHONE HANGER AND/OR HOOKSWITCH
MOUNTING......................................................................... 26
RADIO MOUNTING AND FINAL HOOK-UP..................... 27
Front Mount ................................................................... 27
Remote Mount Installation.............................................. 29
Cassette Mounting (EURO Only).................................... 30
Cassette Assembly Mounting.......................................... 31
DUAL CONTROL UNITS............................................................. 34
PREINSTALLATION PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE
-- FRONT MOUNT........................................................ 34
PREINSTALLATION PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE
-- REMOTE MOUNT..................................................... 36
INSTALLATION PROGRAMMING FOR FRONT MOUNT
DUAL CONTROL UNITS.............................................. 38
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOTE MOUNT
DUAL CONTROL UNITS.............................................. 39
DUAL RADIO UNITS..................................................................... 43
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to this manual necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or
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Copyright© October 1993 Ericsson GE Mobile Communications Inc.

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INTRODUCTION
This manual contains installation instructions for the Orion Mobile
Radio Unit and associated accessories. These instructions cover the
mounting and cabling of the radio; interconnection and wiring diagrams
are provided for reference. Before installation the radio should be
programmed using an IBM compatible personal computer and the
following items:
Serial/Flash Programming Interface Module TQ3370
Programming Cable TQ3377
EDACS Programming Software TQ3374
or
Conventional Programming Software TQ3367
IMPORTANT NOTICE
ORION UHF MOBILES
The PC programmer automatically defaults the receiver oscillator shift
to position No. 2. When field programming the receive frequencies for
ORION UHF mobiles, the oscillator shift must be programmed to
position No. 1 or No. 3. Enter the CONVENTIONAL and/or
TRUNKED FREQUENCY SET screen of the PC programmer and set
the values in the “OS” column to “1” or “3”.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING EQUIPMENT
Carefully unpack the radio and identify each item in the shipping
container as listed below. If damage has occurred to the equipment
during shipment, file a claim with the carrier immediately. The
available options for the Orion Mobile Radio are covered in Table 1.
•Orion Mobile Radio Unit
•Microphone D2MC3W or D2MC3Z
•Speaker D2LS1F or D2LS1H
•Power Cable D2CE1V
•Fuse Kit D2PD1J
•Control Cable D2CE1Y

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•Front Mount Bracket Kit D2MA3N
or
•Remote Mount Kit D2MA3R
with
•Control Unit Mount Kit D2MA3J
•Operator's Manual LBI-38888
•Installation Manual LBI-38901
Figure 1 - Orion Mobile Radio Components And Mounting
Hardware
Figure 2 - Rear View Of Radios
USA EURO

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Figure 3 - Cables

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Table 1 - Orion Mobile Radio Optional Accessories
Option Description
Part Number
D2AN1M 900 MHz, 1/4 Wave Whip Antenna
19B801182P3
D2AN1L 800 MHz 1/4 Wave Whip Antenna
19B209568P5
D2AN1R VHF/UHF, 1/4 Wave Whip Antenna
19B209568P6
D2CE1V Power Cable, 7.5 M
19B802622P1
D2CE1W Accessory Cable, Front Mount
19B802554P1
D2CE1X Accessory Cable, Rear Mount
19B802554P6
D2CE1Y Control Cable, Remote Mount, 5.5 M
19B802554P3
D2CE1Z Accessory Cable, Front Mount EURO
19B802554P11
D2CE5R Extended Option Accessory Cable Front Mount
19B802554P2
D2CE5S EXT Option Control Cable, Remote Mount, 5.5 M
19B802554P4
D2CE5T EXT Option Accessory Cable, Remote Mount
19B802554P7
D2CE5U EXT Option Accessory Cable, Front Mount, EURO
19B802554P12
D2CE5V Control Cable, Remote Mount, EURO, 5.5 M
19B802554P13
D2CE5W EXT Option Control Cable, Remote Mount, 5.5 M
19B802554P14
D2CE5Z Dual Control Cable, Remote Mount, 9.0 M
19B802554P9
D2CE7A Dual Radio Cable, Remote Mount, 2.0 M
19B802554P10
D2CE7B Dual Control Cable, Remote Mount, 9.0 M, EURO
D2CE7C Dual Radio Cable, Remote Mount, 2.0 M, EURO
D2LS1F Speaker, GE Label
19A149590P1
D2LS1H Speaker, ERICSSON Label
19A149590P11
D2MA3J Mounting Bracket Kit, Remote Control Unit
344A4584G2
D2MA3N Mounting Bracket Kit, Front Mount Radio
19B802672P1
D2MA3R Mounting Bracket Kit, Remote Mount Radio
19B802673P1
D2MA3W Mounting Bracket Kit, Remote Mount Radio, EURO
19B802672P1
D2MA3X Cassette Mounting Bracket Kit, Front Mount, EURO
19B852366P1
D2MC3W Microphone, GE Label
D2MC3Z Microphone, Ericsson Label
D2MK3E Keycap Kit, SCAN Control Unit
19C852359P101
D2MK3F Keycap Kit, SYSTEM Control Unit
19C852359P102
D2MN1A Microphone Hanger
7141414G2
D2PD1J Transmit Fuse Holder Kit, 20/30A (USA Only)
19A149701G2
PLANNING THE INSTALLATION
Figure 4 provides an example of a typical mobile radio installation.
Before starting, plan the radio installation carefully so that it will be:
•safe for the operator and passengers
•convenient for the operator to use
•neat
•protected from water damage
•easy to service
•out of the way of auto mechanics
•out of the way of passengers

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Figure 4 - Typical Installation (Remote Mount Shown)
It is suggested that the radio be installed by one of the many authorized
General Electric Service Stations located throughout the United States.
These experienced service stations can provide a proper radio
installation and make any final adjustments that may be needed.
WARNING
•Vehicular Electronics-Electronic fuel injection systems, electronic
anti-skid braking systems, electronic cruise control systems, etc.,
are typical of the types of electronic devices which may be prone
to malfunction due to the lack of protection from radio frequency
energy present when a radio is transmitting. If the vehicle
contains such equipment, consult the dealer to determine if such
electronic equipment will perform normally when the radio is
transmitting.
•For passenger safety, mount the radio securely so that the unit
will not break loose in the event of a collision. This is especially
important in station wagons, vans and similar type installations
where a loose radio could be extremely dangerous to the vehicle
occupants.

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EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
The equipment required for installing the Orion Mobile Radio is listed
below:
•Crimping Tool for fuse holder
•Electric drill for drilling mounting holes
•Drills and circle cutters as follows:
No. 31 (1/8-inch) drill
No. 27 (9/64-inch) drill
5/8-inch drill or circle cutter
3/4-inch circle cutter, hole saw or socket punch
•Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers
•POZIDRIV driver
•No. 20 Torx driver
Torx is a registered trademark of CAMCAR Division TEXTRON, Inc.
POZIDRIV is a registered trademark of Phillips International Company.
CAUTION
•Be careful to avoid damaging some vital part (fuel tank,
transmission housing, etc.) of the vehicle when drilling mounting
holes. Always check to see how far the mounting screws will
extend below the mounting surface before installing.
•If pilot holes must be drilled, remove all metal shavings from
drilling holes before installing screws.

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INSTALLATION IN VEHICLES POWERED
BY LIQUEFIED (LP) GAS
Radio installation in vehicles powered by liquefied petroleum gas
with the LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space
within the interior of the vehicle must conform to the National Fire
Protection Association Standard NFPA 58 which requires that:
•Space containing radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal from
the space containing the LP gas container and its fittings.
•Outside filling connections shall be used for the LP gas container.
•The LP gas container space shall be vented to the outside of the
vehicle.
INSTALLATION
RUNNING CABLES
To assure the feasibility of the planned cable routings, it is suggested
that the cables be run before mounting the radio. The Orion mobile
radio may be installed as a Front Mount, Remote Mount or Cassette
Mount. The type of mount, the application and the options to be
installed should be considered when planning the cable runs. Figures 5-
12 provide Interconnection Diagrams for typical installations. Figures
5-12 should be referenced throughout this manual and throughout the
installation.
Be sure to leave some slack in each cable going to the radio so that the
radio may be pulled out for servicing with the power applied and
antenna attached. Coil any surplus cables and secure them out of the
way. Try to route the cables away from locations where they will be
exposed to heat (exhaust pipes, mufflers, tailpipes, etc.), battery acid,
sharp edges or mechanical damage or where they will be a nuisance to
automobile mechanics, the driver or passengers. Keep wiring away from
electronic computer modules, other electronic modules and ignition
circuits to help prevent interference to these components and radio
equipment.
In addition, try to utilize existing holes in the firewall, trunk wall and
the channels above or beneath doors. Channels through door and
window columns that are convenient for running cables may also be
used, unless rigid or flexible conduit is to be installed for cable runs.

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Figure 5 - Front Mount Basic Accessory Interconnections (USA
Models Only)
Figure 6 - Front Mount Basic Accessory Interconnections (EURO
Models Only)
Figure 7 - Front Mount Extended Option Accessory
Interconnections (USA Models Only)