Mentor Engineering BBX, Hardware Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Hardware Installation Guide BBX ...

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Page 3: ...15 4 Required Items 4 Installation 5 1 General 5 2 BBX Mounting Plate 7 3 BBX Connections 8 4 Cabling 9 5 Communications Device 10 6 Antenna Installation 10 RF Radiation Specs 12 1 FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Rules 12 2 How to Comply with FCC SAR MPE Guidelines 12 3 SAR and MPE Limits 12 4 Labelling 12 Basic Operation 14 1 Turning BBX On 14 2 General Handling and Maintenance 14 BBX Technical Data...

Page 4: ...ram and FCC Statement 1 3 DRP JK 2 General Precautions Before using this product be sure to carefully read all operating instructions Save these instructions for future reference Also be sure to heed all the warnings located throughout this document NOTE Mentor Engineering Inc reserves the right to change specifications without notice Please ensure you have the most recent revision of this Documen...

Page 5: ...ever expose this product to water or operate in a high humidity environment Never use the product around water near a bathtub kitchen sink swimming pool or in the rain WARNING Do not attempt to operate a damaged device If the product has been exposed to water shows evidence of physical damage or is not operating properly unplug it from the power source and refer servicing to qualified service pers...

Page 6: ...ul interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications In which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense The user of this equipment is cautioned...

Page 7: ... and can attach to several different peripheral devices via USB or RS232 communication The BBX is shipped pre programmed with the appropriate communications and application software In some cases however it is necessary to re program the units with updated files prior to installation Please refer to the BBX Programming application note for details on re programming and configuring the units CAUTIO...

Page 8: ...BBXHardwareInstallationGuide 1_3 doc November 25 2004 Page 6 of 16 Suite 230 2891 Sunridge Way NE Calgary Alberta T1Y 7K7 Phone 403 777 3760 Fax 403 777 3769 Figure 1 Typical System Schematic ...

Page 9: ...BBX out of sight not only increases the aesthetic properties of the installation but also limits the access by drivers and passengers to the cabling The Mounting plate is first fastened to the car interior using bolts or other appropriate means Hardware has not been supplied for this step as it will vary depending on the thickness and type of material the mounting plate is attached to The BBX unit...

Page 10: ... unit can be removed by hand or by using a flathead screwdriver to loosen the two screws Removing the cable cover gives access to the BBX interface points which are detailed below Figure 2 BBX Interface points Rear View Figure 3 BBX Interface points Front View 3 1 Interface Summary 1 Straight SMB Connector GPS Antenna 2 Straight SMA Connector Modem Antenna 3 18pin Micro Fit Connector MOLEX 43045 1...

Page 11: ... lines need to be installed with the in line fuses provided See cable pin out for details The BBX has a USB Slave Port located under the BBX cable cover In order to fit the USB cable under the BBX cable cover a short over mold USB cable must be used This cable is available in several lengths from Mentor It is common practice to route the cabling through the vehicle so it is not visible to the driv...

Page 12: ...being used then the communications device will be a modem which may be internal in the BBX The size and location of the communications device should be taken into account during the installation process to ensure that there is enough space to mount and install all components of the system in the vehicle 6 Antenna Installation Antenna location has an extremely significant impact on the performance ...

Page 13: ...the SMA Connector Assembly documentation provided WARNING Improper installation of the SMA connector can cause damage to the mating SMA connector on the BBX unit Avoid sharp bends and moving objects in the coaxial cable path Position the antenna away from fuel caps Position the antenna such that there is separation from other antennas e g AM FM Radio cellular etc Follow the antenna manufacturer s ...

Page 14: ...this and to ensure optimum antenna performance Mentor Engineering recommends that antenna be installed in the center of the vehicle rooftop WARNING The user should be instructed to maintain the minimum distance from the antenna 3 SAR and MPE Limits SAR limits for General Population Uncontrolled exposure is 1 6W kg for partial body exposure averaged over 1 g of tissue and 4 W kg for hands wrists an...

Page 15: ...ax 403 777 3769 final device configuration cannot be met due to occasional non essential operating conditions or requirements An example statement is shown below Warning To meet the FCC RF exposure requirement for mobile transmitter end products ensure that the antenna is at least 25 cm 10 away from the user or nearby persons when transmitting ...

Page 16: ...rns on when the vehicle ignition line is active or when the Programming Cable is inserted 2 General Handling and Maintenance Care should be taken in handling BBX to prolong product life Caution should be used to prevent liquids from entering any openings on the unit Liquid spills could seriously damage the internal contents of the unit 2 1 Cleaning Tips Use a soft lint free cloth moistened with wa...

Page 17: ...5 57 90 32 10 36 60 Peak 2A 3 Temperature Range Operating 30 to 65 C 22 to 149 F WARNING Operation at temperatures outside this range in not recommended Storage 40 to 80 C 40 to 176 F 4 Dimensions and Weight Approximate Size L x W x H 4 75 x 5 0 x 1 0 121 x 127 x 25 mm Weight with typical modem 0 77 lbs 0 35 kg 5 Compliance FCC Class B Part 15 Typical Current Draw measured with device powered with...

Page 18: ... Suite 230 2891 Sunridge Way NE Calgary Alberta T1Y 7K7 Phone 403 777 3760 Fax 403 777 3769 NOTE Mentor Engineering Inc reserves the right to change circuitry and specifications without notice at any time Please ensure you have the most recent revision of this document ...