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Overview
This document contains recommended installation practices and connection
information for the Field Hub 2.0.
The Field Hub provides Internet connectivity and access to service provided
by the Slingshot system such as Slingshot Link, Slingshot RTK, Remote
Support, and File Transfer. Devices such as the Raven line of field computers
may connect to the Internet via the Field Hub. These services are provided via
the Slingshot website:
www.ravenslingshot.com
Note:
A cellular or wireless service provider and a Slingshot subscription are
required to access many of the Slingshot services.
Updates
Once it is activated by a Slingshot dealer, the Field Hub will automatically
connect to the Slingshot website and install all necessary updates. Updates
occur occasionally to ensure that the Field Hub has the latest software
containing performance and reliability optimizations available for the region.
Typically these updates are performed when the Field Hub is powered up and
take only a few minutes to install. During installation, the Field Hub’s LEDs will
flash. When the installation is complete, the Field Hub will automatically reset
and begin normal operation.
Installation
Best Installation Practices
• The Field Hub is not weatherproof. Mount the Field Hub inside of the
vehicle cab or operator’s compartment.
• Mount the Field Hub in a location where it will not be kicked or jarred during
normal equipment operation and ensure the status LED’s are viewable.
• Do not route cables through potential crimp points such as vehicle doors or
windows.
• Verify cable length before mounting or placing any hardware.
• The GPS patch antenna and cellular antennas should be mounted as high
as possible using the magnetic bases.
• Aerial antenna mounting plates are supplied and may be used if a suitable
magnetic mounting location is not available. Be sure to thoroughly clean
and dry the mounting location before applying the adhesive backing.
• The cellular antennas should be spaced with 3 - 8’ [1 - 2.4 m] between the
antennas. It is not necessary to orient the cellular antennas with the
direction of travel or on the vehicle.
• Do not connect the Field Hub power leads directly to the vehicle battery.
Note:
Refer to the
System Diagrams
on page 10 for the Field Hub
connection diagram.