Meridian Net-960CE-S Installation instructions

Net-960CE-S
Mobile Data Terminal
Hardware Guide

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 11
Introducing the Net-960CE-S 11
Net-960CE-S MDT Platform – Introduction 12
Developers Package and Application Development Tools 13
The Net-960CE-S Device 14
Chapter 2 19
Net-960CE-S Technical and Functional Description 19
Net-960CE-S MDT – Specifications 20
User Interface Options 23
Terminal Display 23
Customized Front Panel Label 23
External Display 23
Keyboard 24
Control Knob 24
Alert LEDs 24
RTC (Real Time Clock) Options 24
Computer Environment 25
System and Application Memory 25
Communication 27
Serial Communication 27
USB Device Port 30
USB Host Ports 30
CANBus Port 30
Wireless Communication 31
Voice Options 33
Buzzer 33
Control Signals 34
Digital Signals 34
Analog Signals 35
Peripheral Support – Dedicated Ports 35
Chapter 3 37
Net-960CE-S Power 37
Overview 37
Battery Voltage Input 38
Power Management 39
Watchdog 39
Manual Reset and Boot Mode 39
Peripherals Voltage Supply 40

Chapter 4 41
Net-960CE-S Signal Maps 41
Serial Port 1 (SER1 Connector) 42
Serial Port 2 (SER2 Connector ) 44
Serial Port 3 (SER3 Connector) 45
Serial Port 4 (SER4 Connector) 47
USB Device Connector 48
USB Host Connectors 49
EXT1 Connector 50
EXT2 Connector 51
EXT3 Connector 52
GPS Antenna Connector 53
Cellular Modem Antenna Connector 53
External Speaker Connector 53
AV Connector 54
Microphone Connector 54
SIM Card Connector 54
Chapter 5 55
Net-960CE-S Installation 55
Mechanical Installation 56
Mounting the Net-960CE-S MDT 56
Electrical Installation 57
Power Cable Wires 57
Power Protection Fuse 57
Vehicle Ignition Switch Connection 58

Table of Figures
Figure 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel Components 15
Figure 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel Components 16
Figure 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel 17
Figure 4: Mechanical Installation 56
Figure 5: SER 1 Connector Wiring Scheme – Basic Configuration 58
Table of Tables
Table 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel with a link to component description 15
Table 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel with a link to component description 16
Table 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel with a link to component description 17
Table 4: Basic Configuration and Options 20
Table 5: Terminal Power Consumption 38
Table 6: (SER1) Connector Pinout for Basic Configuration 42
Table 7: (SER1) Connector Pinout for Internal GPRS/GPS Configuration 43
Table 8: (SER2) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration 44
Table 9: (SER3) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration 45
Table 10: (SER3) Connector Pinout for J1708 Configuration 46
Table 11: (SER4) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration 47
Table 12: (SER4) Connector Pinout for Internal Bluetooth Configuration 48
Table 13: (USB Device) Connector Pinout 48
Table 14: (USB Host Slot 1) Connector Pinout 49
Table 15: (USB Host Slot 2) Connector Pinout 49
Table 16: (EXT1) Connector Pinout 50
Table 17: (EXT2) Connector Pinout 51
Table 18: (EXT3) Connector Pinout 52
Table 19: GSM/GPRS Antenna Performance Recommendations 53

Safety Precautions
Congratulations upon your selection of this Meridian product. Please read the
following safety precautions before installation or operation.
Usage Precautions
WARNING!
Abnormal Conditions
Should the Net-960CE-S become hot or start to emit smoke or a strange
odor, immediately turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an
authorized service provider. Continued usage is dangerous and may result in
fire or electric shock.
WARNING!
Foreign Objects
Should any foreign matter get into the Net-960CE-S, turn off the power
immediately and contact your original dealer or an authorized service
provider.
WARNING!
Damage Caused by Dropping
Should you drop the Net-960CE-S and damage it, turn off the power
immediately and contact your original dealer or an authorized service
provider. Continued usage is dangerous and may result in fire or electric
shock.
WARNING!
Moisture
Keep the Net-960CE-S away from vases, planets, cups, glasses and other
liquid containers. Water and metal getting into the Net-960CE-S creates the
danger of fire and electric shock. Continued usage after water or metal have
gotten into the Net-960CE-S is dangerous and may result in fire or electric
shock.
CAUTION
Foreign Objects
Ensure that metal or combustible objects are not inserted into the openings of
the Net-960CE-S. Such objects may result in fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
Location
Do not place the Net-960CE-S on an unstable or uneven surface. Doing so
may cause the Net-960CE-S to fall, which may result in personal injury.
Do not locate the Net-960CE-S in extremely humid or dusty areas. Doing so
may result in fire or electric shock.

CAUTION
LCD Screen
Never apply heavy pressure on the terminal display or subject it to a strong
impact. Doing so may crack the screen or LCD panel glass, which may result
in personal injury.
Should the LCD panel glass break, do not touch the liquid inside. Doing so
may cause skin inflammation.
Should liquid from the LCD panel accidentally get into a person's mouth, their
mouth should immediately be washed out with water and a physician
consulted.
Should liquid from the LCD panel accidentally get into a person's eyes or
onto their skin, the area should be rinsed immediately for at least 15 minutes
with clean tap water and a physician should be consulted.
Power Supply
WARNING!
• Do not use the Net-960CE-S at a voltage other than specified.
Doing so may result in fire or electric shock.
• Avoid conditions that can cause damage or breaks in the
power cable. Do not place heavy objects on the power cable and keep it
away from sources of heat. Any of the above may damage the power
cable, which may result in fire or electric shock.
• Never twist, sharply bend or pull the power cable. Doing so may result in
fire or electric shock.
• Should the power cable become severely damaged (to the
point that wires are exposed or broken), contact your original dealer or
service provider about repair or replacement. Using a damaged electrical
cable may result in fire or electric shock.
CAUTION
Keep the power cable away from sources of extreme heat. Heat may melt
the covering of the power cable, which may result in fire or electric shock.

Chapter 1
Introducing the Net-960CE-S
About This Chapter This chapter introduces the Net-960CE-S and contains the
following sections: • Net-960CE-S MDT Platform – Introduction, page 12, introduces the Net-
960CE-S, which provides a platform for a large variety of mobile data applications. • Developers
Package and Application Development Tools, page 13, describes the Net-960CE-S Developers
package which provides all the tools required for application development quick-start, product
testing and product evaluation. • The Net-960CE-S Device, page 14, points out the components
of the front, back and bottom of the Net-960CE-S device. Net-960CE-S MDT Platform – Introduction
Net-960CE-S MDT Hardware Guide 12
Net-960CE-S MDT Platform –
Introduction
The Net-960CE-S provides OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and ASPs (Application
Service Providers) with a rugged in-vehicle fixed-mount platform for a large variety of mobile
data applications. The Net-960CE-S is a Windows CE 4.2 .NET-based platform supporting
Compact Framework 1.0, which includes a comprehensive development environment for
independent application development and integration. Its cost effective and highly modular
design can be adapted to support multiple product configurations and applications types. The Net-
960CE-S platform can be ordered in four standard or customized OEM terminal configurations or
to combine a variety of built-in options and add-on devices to provide for an all-in-one platform
solution. Integrated wireless options include: Quad band GPRS modem, GPS, WiFi and
Bluetooth. Physical interface options include: USB, Serial RS-232 ports, SAE J1708 support,
CANBus, dedicated RJ connectors - for swipe card, Dallas ID, RFID, high speed counter, 2
analog inputs - and multiple input/outputs and control signals for vehicle connectivity. Other
optional features include RAM, FLASH and DiskOnChip memory expansions, audio CODEC
support for voice calls and speech applications and adaptive automotive interfaces. Net-960CE-S
provides the unique user interface option of a second, external screen and can interface with any
standard, automotive grade, color display (generally available with or without touch screen
capability). This special screen configuration is ideal for back seat passengers, for extra
navigational comfort and for other interactive on-the-go applications. Introducing the Net-960CE-S
Net-960CE-S MDT Hardware Guide 13

The Net-960CE-S Device
The state-of-the-art Net-960CE-S MDT (Mobile Data Terminal) displays incoming
messages and initiate outgoing messages, transmitted through a wireless
communication system. Its rugged design, ergonomic user interface, full
programmability and extensive expansion options, make it the ideal mobile data
terminal for vehicles. It is built to withstand the extreme temperature range,
vibrations and shock that a unit operating within the vehicle environment must
endure, ensuring the high level of reliability required by a mission critical, mobile
system.
The Net-960CE-S features a variety of ports for communicating with and serving
internal and external devices and peripherals. This enables the implementation of an
assortment of useful expansion options such as: keyboards, printers, data loggers, bar-
code scanners and credit card readers, to mention just a few.
Two internal expansion modules (a wireless GSM/GPRS modem and GPS receiver)
may be fitted within the Net-960CE-S PCB. By making use of these options,
significant reductions in cost and installation complexity can be achieved.

Figure 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel Components
Table 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel with a link to component description
Net-960CE-S Component
Terminal Display
Customized Front Panel Label
External Display
Alpha-numeric Keypad
Function Keys
Control Knob
Alert LEDs
RTC (Real Time Clock) Options

Figure 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel Components
Table 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel with a link to component description
Net-960CE-S Component
Product Label
GPS Antenna Connector
Cellular Modem Antenna Connector
USB Host Connectors
USB Device Connector
SER1 Main Connector
3 Additional Serial Connectors SER2, SER3 and SER4
AV (External Display)
Microphone
Buzzer
Speaker
Extended Connectors EXT1, EXT2 and EXT3
Mounting Bracket Holes

Figure 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel
Table 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel with a link to component description
Net-960CE-S Component
SIM Card Slot

Chapter 2
Net-960CE-S Technical and
Functional Description
This chapter provides a table showing the Net-960CE-S specifications, which is followed by
sections that provide more detailed descriptions of each of the Net-960CE-S features.
Net-960CE-S MDT – Specifications
The left column of the following table describes the basic configuration of Net-
960CE-S MDT. The right column shows the optional additions to this basic
configuration that can be ordered from Meridian at additional cost.

Table 4: Basic Configuration and Options
Basic Configuration and Options
Basic Configuration Options (extra cost)
Operating System
Windows CE 4.2 .NET CF 1.0
Core license
Windows CE 4.2 .NET CF 1.0 Professional
license
CPU
MC9328MXL 150MHZ
DragonBall: ARM9, high
performance 32-bit RISC
engine
MC9328MXL 200MHZ
RTC Car battery backed up Real Time Clock
Development Environment and Tools
Full Meridian and .NET SDK libraries for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0
and Visual Studio .NET environments
System and Application
Memory
RAM: 32MB
Flash: 16MB
RAM: 64MB
Flash: 32MB
Disk-On-Chip: 64/128/256MB
Graphic Display
Monochrome LCD, FSTN technology, contrast ratio of 7:1,
Multilevel LED backlight
Standard AV Interface External color screen AV support (to enable
interface with external color screen non-touch
or touch from a 3rd party
Keys
Unique control knob (Encoder switch)
12 Alpha-numeric and 6 function keys (Elastomer)
Backlight for all keys
Alert Indications
Two colored LEDs
Buzzer (with programmable frequency and duration)

Basic Configuration Options (extra cost)
Serial Communication
Ports
Two RS232
Communication ports
including one pair of H/W
hand-shake control signals
Four RS232 communication ports, including one
pair of H/W hand-shake control signals
or
Three RS232 communication ports, including
one pair of H/W hand-shake control signals, and
one SAE J1708 port
Control I/0 Signals
Two automotive inputs
signals with counter
functionality and One O/C
output
Three Automotive automotive inputs signals with
counter functionality and two O/C outputs (when
using integrated GPRS&GPS configuration)
USB
One USB 1.1 Device port
supports full-speed (12
Mbit/s) for development
and debugging
Two USB 2.0 host ports support full-speed (12
Mbit/s) and low-speed (1.5 Mbit/s) for
keyboards, touch screen and storage dongle
support
Built-in Modules GSM/GPRS Motorola quad band G24
850/900/1800/1900MHz, multi slot class 10,
internally connected to COM port 1 – w/voice
support (requires external speaker and
microphone)
GPS Trimble Lassen iQ 12 satellites, sensitive
mode, internally connected to COM port 2
WiFi IEEE 802.11 standard at 2.4GHz
frequency band, 802.11b and 802.11g protocols
Bluetooth Specifications version 2.0 and EDR
Class 1 power level
Audio Codec For playing WAV files and voice (requires an
external speaker)
CANBus CANBus controller V2.0B, a1 Mbit port
I/O signals and
Peripherals Support
Two Analog inputs
One High speed digital counter
Dedicated port - Dallas ID button reader
Dedicated port - Swipe card reader tracks 1&2
or RFID clock and data interface
Protective Back-Cover Protects back panel cables and outputs from
tampering
Private Label Customers may design their own front panel
label, which Meridian will produce and supply on
the MDT

Basic Configuration Options (extra cost)
Power
External power directly from vehicle's battery: 8V-30V DC
Power off: Software controlled
Power on: By key press or input signal (ignition or VLU)
Watchdog
Hardware and Software Watchdog Mechanism
Environment
Operating: -20°C to +70C (-4°F to +158°F)
Storage: -20°C to +80°C (-4°F to +176°F)
Physical Dimensions
Length: 200mm/7.87”
Width: 82mm/3.22”
Depth: 38mm/1.5”
Weight: 390gr./13.8oz. (Basic configuration)

User Interface Options
Terminal Display
The Net-960CE-S provides a monochrome LCD on the front of the MDT that can be
used as primary or secondary user interface screen. This terminal display can be used
with or without the External Display, described below, both of which can function
independently. The terminal display is based on FSTN technology, provides 240 x 64
pixels, dot pitch of 4.4 x 2.6 mm (.17" x .10"), has a contrast ratio of 7:1 and four
LED backlight levels.
External Display
The Net-960CE-S provides the option of an external color screen connection (via
Standard AV interface) enabling a second external (3rd party) screen. For this purpose,
Net-960CE-S can interface with any standard, automotive grade, color display
(generally available with or without touch screen capability). This special screen
configuration is ideal for backseat passengers, for extra navigational comfort and for
other interactive on-the-go applications.
This external screen can be used as primary or secondary user interface screen with or
without the terminal display, described above, both of which can function
independently. This external screen can provide touch functionality connected
through the USB host port of the Net-960CE-S.
Keyboard
The Net-960CE-S provides twelve alphanumeric and six programmable functional
keys (Elastomer). All these keys are backlit, with four levels of programmable
illumination, and provide audio feedback. Functional key locations are strategically
placed under the terminal display to enable the application to utilize them as a
programmable menu. An external (3rd party) full USB compliant keyboard can be
connected to terminal through USB host port.
Control Knob
The Net-960CE-S provides a unique control knob (encoder switch), which enables
the control of either the terminal display and/or the external display as determined by
the application. The control knob is backlit and provides audio feedback. This feature
is especially suited for application menu selection or scrolling through lists. This
control knob provides three control operations, as follows: right (Down key), left (Up
key) and push (Space key).
Alert LEDs The Net-960CE-S provides two colored LED Alert
Indications, one green and one red, both which can blink.

RTC (Real Time Clock) Options
The terminal in its basic configuration has a system RTC that operates as long as the
terminal is powered on. In addition there is the option Hardware Real Time Clock
that operates continuously even when the terminal is powered off, but still connected
to the car battery. This option provides the ability to power on the terminal according
to a predefined alarm.
Computer Environment
CPU: MC9328XL 150MHz and optional 200MHz
Optional CPU: 200MHZ can be ordered.
DragonBall: ARM9, high performance 32-bit RISC engine.
System and Application Memory
RAM/SDRAM
The Net-960CE-S provides 32 MB or 64 MB of SDRAM, which is partially allocated
for system usage and partially for storage.
When using the Windows CE 4.2 Core license, approximately 12 MB of RAM
memory is allocated for system usage and the remainder is allocated for storage. (An
additional 6 MB is allocated for .NET compact framework).
When using the Windows CE 4.2 Professional license, approximately 22 MB of
RAM memory is allocated for system usage and the remainder is allocated for
storage.
Flash Memory
The Net-960CE-S is provided with 16 MB or 32 MB of Flash Memory, which can be
used to store the Net-960CE-S application and any other, required files (such as
transactions) and programs that need to be stored permanently.
When using the Windows CE 4.2 Core license, approximately 12 MB of Flash
memory is allocated for system usage and the remainder is allocated for storage. (An
additional 6 MB is allocated for .NET compact framework).
When using the Windows CE 4.2 Professional license, approximately 22 MB of Flash
memory is allocated for system usage and the remainder is allocated for storage.

Optional DiskOnChip
An optional 64 MB – 256 MB internal DiskOnChip can be provided, which serves as
a permanent storage option that can be used for temporary or permanent storage. It is
particularly useful for storing large files.
External Mass Storage
The terminal supports standard external mass storage dongles through the USB Host
port

Communication
Serial Communication
The Net-960CE-S provides up to four serial communication ports for serving various
internal and external devices. Two RS232 communication ports are provided by
default with one pair of hardware handshake control signals. You can optionally
order either:
• two additional RS232 ports, or
• one additional RS232 and one additional SAE J1708 port.
Each of these ports provides different options, as described in the sections that
follow.
Serial Port 1 (SER1 Connector)
Serial Port 1 is one of the two RS232 communication ports provided by default for
communication. Generally, it functions as a main system serial port for modem
communication. It provides a maximum Baud rate of 115,200bps and one pair of
communication control handshake signals (CTS/RTS). It can provide either of the
following two functions, as determined by factory settings:
• Basic Terminal Configuration (SER1 Connector): In its basic terminal
configuration, Serial Port 1 is physically connected to the SER1 connector and
provides the control signal CTS/RTS.
• Internal Cellular Modem Terminal Configuration: In this configuration,
Serial Port 1 is connected internally to the cellular modem and is not connected
to the external serial connector. Refer to the Cellular Communication section on
page 31 and in the Serial Port 1 (SER1 Connector), on page 42 for more details.

Serial Port 2 (SER2 Connector)
Serial Port 2 is connected to the SER2 connector. It provides a maximum Baud rate
of 115,200bps and one pair of communication control handshake signals (CTS/RTS).
Serial Port 2 can switch between the following two functions as determined by the
Net-960CE-S's programmable software.
• SER2: When the Serial Port 2 is set by the application to connect to the SER2
port, it serves as a standard serial communication port for connection to external
devices.
• GPS Receiver: When the Serial Port 2 is set by the application to connect
internally to the GPS Receiver, it can receive GPS data, which makes it
especially suitable for navigation applications and traffic reports.
This means that upon software request, Serial Port 2 can switch between the
connection to the SER2 connector and the connection to the internal GPS Receiver.
For further details refer to the SER2 Connector section.
Serial Port 3 (SER3 Connector)
The Net-960CE-S optionally provides Serial Port 3 as determined by factory settings.
It can provide either of the following two features, as determined by factory settings.
• RS232 (maximum Baud rate: 115,200bps) with one pair of communication
control handshake signals (CTS/RTS).
• SAE J1708 (Baud rate: 9600bps only).
Serial Port 4 (SER4 Connector)
The Net-960CE-S optionally provides Serial Port 4 according to factory settings.
Serial Port 4 can provide either of the following two functions, as enabled by the Net-
960CE-S's programmable software:
• Default Serial Port 4 Configuration: In this configuration, Serial Port 4 serves
as a standard serial communication port for connection to external devices. Its
communication standards are RS232 (maximum Baud rate: 115,200bps) with one
pair of communication control handshake signals (CTS/RTS).
• Internal Bluetooth Module Option: In this option, Serial Port 4 is connected
internally to the Bluetooth modem and is not connected to the external serial
connector.