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BLU2 Installation Guide
Version 1.1
A guide for BLU2 installations.

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF FIGURES ................................................................................................ 3
BEFORE YOU BEGIN............................................................................................... 5
PeopleNet System Installation Manual ............................................................................... 6
BLU2 .................................................................................................................................. 6
BLU2 Install Kit................................................................................................................... 7
Additional Parts .......................................................................................................................... 8
INSTALLATION........................................................................................................ 9
BLU2 Installation .............................................................................................................. 10
Mounting the BLU2 Device ....................................................................................................... 10
DC-DC Installation ........................................................................................................... 11
Connecting the DC-DC Power Supply to the PeopleNet System .............................................. 11
Mounting the DC-DC Power Supply ......................................................................................... 13
Connecting OBC(G3) to the BLU2 unit ............................................................................ 14
Plugging in the Keyboard ................................................................................................. 15
FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD......................................................................................... 17
g3 Firmware Download Process ...................................................................................... 18
SYNCHRONIZATION............................................................................................... 19
BLU2-OBC Synchronization Process ............................................................................... 20
Installing a BLU2 Device .......................................................................................................... 20
Error Code Recovery ................................................................................................................ 21
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? ..................................................................................... 22

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Table of Figures
FIGURE 1: PEOPLENET INSTALLATION MANUAL......................................................... 6
FIGURE 2: THE BLU2 DEVICE.................................................................................. 6
FIGURE 3: BLU2 INSTALL KIT.................................................................................. 8
FIGURE 4: BLU2 CABLE ASSEMBLY....................................................................... 10
FIGURE 5: DC-DC POWER SUPPLY AND CONNECTORS ............................................ 11
FIGURE 6: GROUND AND POWER CONNECTOR........................................................ 12
FIGURE 7: BLU2 OPTIONS CABLE CONNECTOR...................................................... 14
FIGURE 8: USB CONNECTION WITH ELECTRICAL TAPE AND ZIP TIE........................... 15

Before You Begin
An inventory of documentation and hardware before you install a new BLU2.

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PeopleNet System Installation Manual
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PeopleNet System Installation Manual
You need to complete some of the procedures in the PeopleNet Installation Manual before proceeding with this
guide. These include the following three procedures:
 Mounting the g3 onboard computer (OBC)
 Mounting and connecting antennas
 Connecting the Main Cable to the OBC and the vehicle’s power source
Figure 1: PeopleNet Installation Manual
BLU2
This is the BLU2 device shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2: The BLU2 device
Part #:
M-010-0507

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BLU2 Install Kit
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BLU2 Install Kit
The BLU2 Install Kit contains the following items and what you see in Error! Reference source not found. on
the next page.
Qty
Part Description
Part #
1
DC-DC Supply
E-006-
0506
1
Cable, DC-DC / USB / Audio
L-016-
0512
1
Cable, DC-DC – G3 Power
L-016-
0513
2
Alcohol Cleaning Pad
F-004-
0002
1
Black Screws
H-048-
0001
1
Machine Screw Pack
1
Ram Swivel Mount W/ 2 Bases
H-050-
0013
4
Hook and Loop Fasteners
L-020-
0020
1
Screws for mounting cable assembly to
BLU2 unit
1
15 Amp fuse and holder
Part #:
M-010-0508

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BLU2 Install Kit
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Figure 3: BLU2 Install Kit
Additional Parts
In addition to the parts listed above, you will need the following parts:
Additional Parts
Zip ties to secure excess cabling
2 screws to mount the power supply
1 butt connector to attach the fuse holder
Electrical tape

Installation
Installation instructions for the BLU2 and related hardware.

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BLU2 Installation
BLU2 Installation
Before proceeding, verify that you have completed the procedures in the PeopleNet Installation Manual through
page 28. These include the following three procedures:
 Mounting the g3 onboard computer (OBC)
 Mounting and connecting antennas
 Connecting the Main Cable to the OBC and the vehicle’s power source
Once you have verified that they are completed, proceed with “Mounting the BLU2 Device” below.
Mounting the BLU2 Device
You will need both the BLU2 device and the BLU2 Installation Kit for this procedure.
1. Secure the BLU2 cable assembly (Part # L-016-0512) Shown in Figure 4 to the back of the BLU2 device
using the provided 8 screws (4 long and 4 short).
Figure 4: BLU2 Cable Assembly
2. Determine a physical mounting location for the BLU2 device that will not
 Impede the driver’s vision, or
 Cause damage to the truck from the weight of the device.
3. Secure one of the RAM Ball Mounts to the truck dash, if this truck already has a RAM mount for a LCD
unit, the same mount can be used and this step can be skipped. If this truck was equipped with a BLU
unit and you would possibly like to reinstall the BLU unit at the end of the Beta period, remove the thumb
screws on the sides of the BLU unit, unplug the BLU, and remove. The Ram Ball Mount can be secured
to the inside of the BLU Bracket using existing holes and bolts/nuts (not provided in kit.)
4. Verify that the RAM Ball Mount is securely mounted.
5. Attach the other RAM Ball Mount to the back of the BLU2 device with the provided machine screws
(Silver).
6. Attach the RAM Mount Arm to both of the ball mounts and tighten.
The BLU2 device is now mounted.

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DC-DC Installation
DC-DC Installation
Connecting the DC-DC Power Supply to the PeopleNet
System
1. Connect the DC-DC Power Supply by inserting the 8 Pin and 4Pin connectors into the corresponding
ports on either end of the device. Connectors and DC-DC Power Supply are shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5: DC-DC Power supply and connectors

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DC-DC Installation
2. Locate the DC-DC Power Supply ground and power connector shown in Figure 6.
(This connector can only be used on some factory pre-wired trucks.)
Figure 6: Ground and Power Connector
3. Using wire cutters clip off the connector and strip the ends of the wires. Connect the Blue wire to vehicle
ground.
4. Using a butt connector, connect an inline 15 AMP fuse to the Brown wire and connect to vehicle constant
power. Do not insert fuse at this time.
Wire Color
Description
Brown
Constant +12 Volts (Not Switched)
Blue
Ground

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DC-DC Installation
Mounting the DC-DC Power Supply
1. Determine a location for the DC-DC Power Supply that meets the following requirements:
 Securely mounted. The DC-DC Power Supply must be held in place by two screws. If it cannot
be secured by two screws, zip ties or Velcro can be used to secure it to a solid object, such as a
support brace behind the dash.
 Continuously cool and dry. The DC-DC Power Supply must be kept away from major heat
sources and protected from the elements, such as water.
2. Mount the DC-DC Power Supply in the determined location with two (2) screws, Velcro, or zip ties, as
necessary.

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Connecting OBC(G3) to the BLU2 unit
Connecting OBC(G3) to the BLU2 unit
1. Attach the Blue options cable connector from the OBC Main Cable to the options cable connector from
the BLU2 unit shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7: BLU2 Options Cable Connector
2. Securely tighten the connectors together and wrap with electrical tape.

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Plugging in the Keyboard
Plugging in the Keyboard
1. Connect the USB keyboard to the USB pigtail on the BLU2 cable.
2. Wrap electrical tape around the USB connection (for protection), and secure the USB cables with a zip
tie to form strain-relief loop.
Figure 8: USB Connection with Electrical Tape and Zip Tie

Firmware Download
Process for updating the g3 OBC firmware.

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g3 Firmware Download Process
g3 Firmware Download Process
This process updates the g3 firmware to be compatible with the BLU2 device.
1. Insert the provided fuses to power up BLU2 and the g3.
 The OBC needs a firmware update. The screen will display “ A code mismatch is present. If the OBC
code is not updated , the device will have limited functionality. Would you like to update the OBC?
2. Press Yes to continue.
The update process will begin and last about 7-10 minutes.
The screen will display “OBC Firmware Updater” and show the progress of the installation.
The update is completed when the screen displays “OBC firmware upgrade successful.”
3. Press OK and proceed to “BLU2-OBC Synchronization Process” on page 20 for synchronization.

Synchronization
Process for activating the BLU2 and the OBC.

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BLU2-OBC Synchronization Process
BLU2-OBC Synchronization Process
Installing a BLU2 Device
Starting at the Process Installation screen with a “…would you like to process an installation?” prompt.
1. Select Yes.
You are prompted with “Is this a new installation?”
2. Select Yes if this is a brand new installation and the OBC is in pending status. Select No if you are
replacing a LCD or BLU unit.
You are prompted for an Installer ID.
3. Enter your Installer Number and press the Tab key (or touch the Vehicle Number field) to proceed.
You are prompted for a Vehicle Number.
4. Enter your Truck Number. (Must be a Numeric Truck ID.)
5. Enter the OBC DSN.
6. Press SUBMIT.
 The activation process will proceed and the Activating BLU screen will appear. The Device will
reboot and the Driver Login screen will appear.
Process Installation is now complete.