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MessengerBLE
User Guide
2
Installation and Setup
This section provides information on installing the Messenger and confirming its initial
operation.
WARNING
It is recommended to read this entire chapter before starting installation.
2.1
Installation Steps
Installation consists of the following steps:
1.
Unpack the Equipment.
2.
Mount the Equipment.
The Messenger should be mounted in a vertical position to try and minimize
the chance of water entering through the antenna connections. The antenna
wires should have a service loop just below the antenna connectors.
3.
Connect Main Power.
4.
Connect to engine bus - J1939.
5.
Confirm that the Amber LED indicates normal CAN activity when the engine is
started. If it does not, check the following:
a.
Confirm there is proper termination on the main CAN bus trunk.
b.
Double check the bus connections and signal polarity.
2.2
Unpacking the Equipment
The Messenger is shipped with the following:
The Messenger electronics housed in a Deutsch thermoplastic enclosure
A Cellular/GPS dual antenna (magnetic mount or bulkhead screw mount)
User’s Guide (available electronically)
Cable harnesses providing access to all Messenger IO
2.3
Mounting the Equipment
The Messenger is housed in an automotive grade weather resistant enclosure. The
entire enclosure with mated connectors is rated to IP55.
CAUTION