Traqmate User Manual V1.0
June 14, 2005
Copyright © 2005 Track Systems Technologies, LLC
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Mounting Tray (shown here), offered as a separate accessory from Track Systems. The mounting
tray can be attached permanently to the vehicle, and by placing Velcro on the SU enclosure, and
the mounting tray, the SU is securely fastened, while at the same time being easily removable.
Once the mounting tray is aligned in the vehicle, the SU can be easily placed in the mounting tray
and the alignment is set.
Another method for mounting the SU is to apply Velcro directly to the SU and the mating piece
directly to the vehicle. This care should be taken when placing the SU on the Velcro that it is
properly aligned in the vehicle and that the SU is securely attached.
Sensor and Display Unit Operation
If the SU is going to be connected to a DU, the mounting of the SU is not as critical with respect
to gathering and downloading data. In this configuration, the DU stores the data and is the focal
point for downloading to a PC.
Sensor Unit only Operation
If the SU is going to be used in a configuration without the DU, it is desirable to have access to
the SU for downloading the data once it has been stored. Similarly, if a laptop is going to be used
to download the stored data without removing the SU, the unit should be placed in a convenient
and accessible location. In the case where the SU will be removed to download the data, the
mounting should take into account replacing the SU in a secure and aligned manner.
GPS Antenna Placement
The supplied GPS antenna has a magnetic mount,
which allows a variety of mounting options to the metal
chassis of the vehicle. In the case where the desired
location is not metal, double stick tape is a viable option
for mounting the antenna. The placement of the antenna
can have a great effect on the performance of the data
collection system. Ideally, the antenna should be placed
on the highest part of the exterior of the vehicle. Placing
the antenna inside the vehicle can cause “blind spots”
where the antenna is not able to see as many of the
GPS satellites that may be available to it. The system
works best when the antenna has the least restricted view of the sky. Once a location has been
determined for the antenna placement, the wire connecting the antenna and the SU should be
routed in a manner such that it is not placed under stress, and the wire will not be exposed to
frequent bending or crimping. After routing the wire to the SU, connect the antenna to the SU by
screwing the antenna wire to the GPS connector indicated on the end panel of the SU.
Connecting a Sensor Unit to a Display Unit
In the configuration where the Sensor Unit and the
Display Unit will both be used, a 15’ DIN-to-DIN
connection cable is provided. This is a standard male-to-
male cable, which allows a great deal of flexibility in the
placement of the SU and DU. The length of the cable is
typically sufficient such that it can be routed as to be
securely protected from damage during normal vehicle
operation. In the case where the distance between the
SU and DU does not require a 15’ cable, a shorter
version can be purchased at most computer or
electronic supply stores.
