Installing the Mobile Collection Components
Mobile Collection component installation includes the following tasks. Perform the tasks in the
order presented.
Task
Action
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1
Install the junction box on the vehicle dock
2
Ensure that the sled is installed correctly.
Mobile Collector Sled on page 17
3
Mount the Mobile Collector radio on the
seat back.
Mounting the Mobile Collector Radio in the
Vehicle on page 27
4
Attach and lock the Mobile Collection
computer to the vehicle dock
5
Connect the Mobile Collection computer to
the Mobile Collector radio.
Connecting Power to the Mobile Collection
Vehicle Dock on page 33
6
Connect power to the Mobile Collection
junction box.
Connecting Power to the Mobile Collector
Radio on page 34
7
Connect data cables to the Mobile
Collection system.
Connecting the GPS and Data Cables on
page 38
Mobile Collector Sled
For portable mounting, the Mobile Collector sled is used to securely fasten the Mobile Collection
computer in the vehicle. It is placed on the passenger seat and secured with the vehicle seat belt.
Note:
Read the Mobile Collector Sled Installation Guide (815-0203) to learn how to correctly
install the sled in your vehicle. It is found in a plastic sleeve on the underside of the sled.
The Mobile Collection vehicle dock attaches to the sled and serves as a locking base and
provides power and communications to the computer. There are different docks available
depending the computer used.
A power junction box ships in the Mobile Collection hardware kit. Attach this power junction box
to the sled. When attached, the junction box on the sled should face the passenger side door of
the vehicle.
Install the sled on the passenger seat before mounting the MC3 or MC3Lite radio. You must
install the sled and secure it with the vehicle seat belt.
The sled components are shown on the sled below.
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