
IDP-782 - Hardware Guide
If the wires are not long enough, splice similar gauge wires to the main power input and ground
wires so that they reach the fuse panel. Cover any splices with adhesive lined heat shrink.
3. Correctly mate connectors before applying power.
4. Connect the ground wire to the grounding point selected in an earlier step. Check that the polarity is
correct and the voltage source is as specified in Section 3.
5. Connect the main power input wire to the unswitched vehicle power source within the fuse panel.
6. Loop and secure any excess cabling.
If your application requires extended cable lengths, it is necessary to calculate the cable voltage drop to
determine if the terminal is receiving at least 9 V (with 1.7 A draw). Large cable voltage drops might
adversely affect terminal operation.
4.6.1 CAN bus Connection
It is recommended that you do not connect directly to the CAN bus wires on the installation vehicle. Cutting
or damaging those wires might void the warranty on the vehicle.
To connect the terminal CAN bus serial interface to the CAN bus of the vehicle, SkyWave recommends an
induction sensor, which allows the terminals' CAN bus interface to read information from the CAN bus
without damaging the vehicle wires. An example of this type of sensor is the CANGOclick. Refer to
http://www.cango.ro/index.php/en/product/10/cangoclick.html
for more information on the CANGOclick.
4.7 Connect the Cables and Mount the Terminal
Note: The Solution Provider is responsible for providing mounting instructions if the mounting is to
be done using tools or configurations that are different from the ones described in this
document.
Note: The Installer is responsible for complying with local electrical codes.
Cable management and connector strain relief must be incorporated in the installation.
SkyWave highly recommends securing the cable at regular intervals along its length as
part of the installation to prevent cable wear and eliminate strain on the connector.
Damage to the connector interface or cable might result and lead to hardware failure.
4.7.1 Terminals without a Terminal Shroud
1. Connect the satellite antenna (Figure 41) to the curry yellow FAKRA connector on the terminal by
pushing until you hear a click.
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