Raven Viper 4, Installation Manual

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Manual No. 016-0171-559 Rev. C 25
Mounting the Viper® 4 and Viper 4+
Mount the Field Computer
Note:
If a CAN switch box or Switch Pro will be installed with the field computer, use the mounting
hardware provided with the switch box. Refer to the switch box installation guide for assembly and
mounting instructions.
1.
Loosen the RAM socket arm and remove the circular base.
2.
Mount the circular base to a flat surface within the operator’s cabin or compartment.
3.
Place the square base over the mounting posts on the back of the console.
Note:
The ball on the square base is offset to provide additional clearance or mobility of the console. The
base may be oriented with the ball toward either the top or bottom of the console as necessary or
desired for the selected mounting position.
4.
Use the provided flat washers, lock washers and screws to secure the square base to the back of the
Viper 4 console.
5.
Replace the RAM socket arm onto the circular base and tighten the arm to secure the console.
6.
Adjust the console as necessary for optimal viewing and operation.
Note:
It is normal for the case to become warm to the touch during operation.
DGPS Antenna Mounting Recommendations
Note:
The following recommendations are provided to assist with mounting an aerial antenna for use
with the Viper 4 or the Viper 4+ integrated receiver. These instructions are not intended to replace
instructions provided with any external DGPS equipment. Please refer to, and follow, all mounting
and installation instructions for optional or additional DGPS components provided from the
equipment manufacturer.
Best Practices
•
Mount the DGPS antenna to the tallest point of the vehicle (usually the vehicle cabin) using the standard
magnet mount.
•
Make sure that the DGPS antenna has a clear 360° view of the sky.
•
Mount the DGPS antenna at least 36” [92 cm] from other antennas (e.g. radio, cellular, etc.) to avoid signal
interference.
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The simplest setup is achieved by mounting the antenna on the center-line of the vehicle.
•
An optional aerial antenna mounting plate (P/N 063-0172-971) is available for mounting helix style DGPS
antennas. If no suitable magnetic mounting location exists on the vehicle, this mounting plate may be
affixed to the tallest point of the vehicle to provide a magnetic surface for mounting the DGPS antenna.