80-J4866-2 Rev. G
MAY CONTAIN U.S. AND INTERNATIONAL EXPORT CONTROLLED INFORMATION
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Compact Display Unit (CDU) Installation
Installing the CDU Mount
Additional information for selecting an installation location:
• Nothing should be installed on the windshield that obstructs the area swept by the
windshield wipers or obstructs the driver’s sight to the road and highway signs and
signals. (FMCSA document 49 CFR 393)
• No devices should be mounted more than 6 inches below the upper edge of the
windshield, or extend more than 4.5 inches above the bottom of the windshield.
(FMCSA document 49 CFR 393)
• Before installing the device, be aware of and follow all state laws and driving codes.
California Driving Code Section 26708(a)(1) states: No person shall drive an
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• Before you install the device on a map box or glove compartment door, measure to make
sure the driver can open the compartment after the device is installed.
• Consider the owner’s preference in selecting the installation location and whether there is
a team or a single driver.
Installing the CDU Mount
Omnitracs recommends using RAM Mounting Systems (National Products, Inc./
www.ram-mount.com
) mounting hardware with the CDU. If another type of mounting
hardware is used, it is the installer’s responsibility to ensure that the mounting bracket is
robust enough to support the weight of the CDU (~2 lbs) without damaging the mounting
surface.
If the mounting surface is not strong enough to support the weight of the CDU, use a backing
plate to strengthen the area.
1.
Verify that there is nothing behind the mounting surface that might be damaged by
drilling holes.
2.
Drill holes for the mounting bracket and, if needed, drill a 7/8" hole as a pass through for
the CDU connector.
3.
Attach the CDU bracket to the mounting surface.
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