HINIKER GPS GROUND SPEED SENSOR
INSTALLATION:
LOCATION:
The sensor should be placed as high as possi-
ble with the least obstructed view of the horizon.
Placing the sensor along the centerline of the
tractor cab (front to back and side to side) will
provide for optimal reception when traveling on
hilly ground. The sensor has a 16-foot cable that
will need to be routed to the console(s) using
the GPS speed sensor. Route the cable before
mounting your sensor. After determining the lo-
cation, select the sensor mounting method best
suited for your application.
MAGNETIC MOUNT:
A magnet incorporated into the back of the GPS
sensor can be used for attaching the sensor to
metal surfaces. Simply place the sensor on the
metal structure and check for proper holding
force. If the sensor is easily removed from the
structure, then select an alternative method for
mounting.
VELCRO MOUNT:
A 1 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch piece of hook and loop Velcro
is included for attaching the sensor and Hiniker
module. Cut a piece of Velcro 1 1/2 x 2 inches
long for mounting the sensor. Clean the mount-
ing location of all dirt and oils.
All surfaces must be clean and dry. Do not apply
to cold surfaces. Apply the hook and loop to the
back of the sensor after first removing the back-
ing from one side. Remove the backing from the
other side then press the sensor, with the hook
and loop attached, against the clean mounting
location.
ADHESIVE MOUNT:
The sensor may be mounted using an adhesive
designated for outside use. Follow the adhesive
manufacturer’s recommendations for using their
product. Allow enough time for the adhesive to
cure fully before putting vehicle into service.
RIGID MOUNT:
The sensor has a threaded insert centrally locat-
ed in its back. It will accept a metric M3 thread-
ed bolt. The depth of the insert is approximately
4mm (5/32-inch). Select the proper length of a
M3 bolt based on the thickness of the material
the sensor is being mounted to. Drill a 9/64-inch
hole in the center of the selected mounting area.
Thread the bolt through the hole and into the
threaded insert and tighten. Use washers under
the head of the bolt to prevent the bolt from bot-
toming out in the insert.
IMPORTANT: Do not over-tighten the bolt.
Over-tightening will cause the insert to be
pulled from the plastic housing.
CONNECTIONS:
Route the cable from the sensor down to the lo-
cation of the console(s) using the speed signal.
Secure the cable with cable ties (supplied) to
prevent it from being entangled or pulled loose.
Mount the Hiniker module to allow for direct view-
ing of the indicator lights. The supplied Velcro
may be used for mounting the Hiniker module to
the top or sides of your console.
HINIKER SPEED OUTPUT:
The Hiniker speed output can be connected di-
rectly to the Hiniker 8605 console’s speed in-
put.
It is not necessary to perform the Distance Cali-
bration when using the HINIKER GPS Speed
Sensor. Enter 2.00 Pulses/Ft for the Distance
Calibration number during Set-up.
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