CalAmp Wireless Networks NRU Network Repeater Unit User Manual
LoJack Corporation Network Repeater Unit Users Manual
Users Manual
CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY NRU Network Repeater Unit Product Highlights • Network device that o Repeats downlink and uplink messages. o Enables post installation testing of VLU7 while in or out of the network area. • Available in two models 1. Full function – provides complete NRU feature set. 2. ITU only - Supports only VLU installation testing. No network repeating features. The LoJack Network Repeater Unit (NRU) is a low cost network device that can be used in a LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery Network. The NRU was designed to replace the obsolete Tracker Repeater Unit (TRU), and the Packet Decoder used for repeating. The NRU is now available for 13 and 8 second networks. An NRU can repeat downlink transmission bursts it receives from either a Remote Transmitter Unit (RTU), another NRU, or from the network. It relays back any reply code transmission it receives from an activated Vehicle Locator Unit (VLU) as an uplink message to a tower connected to the central system. An NRU can also repeat uplink transmissions from any nearby VLU or repeaters. If connected via IP/broadband, the NRU can forward to a central system any reply code or uplink messages it hears. Finally, the NRU can be used as a mobile Installation Test Unit (ITU) for performing on-site installation verification and routine inspection of VLUs. When configured for ITU use, the NRU can send properly timed and indexed test command to the new VLU7 unit. This allows the user to perform post-installation testing of the VLU7 without the need to access the VLU7 ground wires. This powerful feature works both inside and outside network coverage areas. Product Description The NRU is a self-contained unit in an indoorrated housing with mounting tabs, and includes a built-in GPS receiver. The unit has a dedicated serial interface, connectors for power and antenna as well as relay contacts to drive an external power amplifier. The NRU fully supports VLU7 timing and indexing requirements for downlink transmissions for basic messages such as Activation, Deactivation, Speed up, and extended downlink messages such as AltDeactivate. The NRU can be used in conjunction with a GSM modem. The NRU will not repeat transmissions from a mobile transmitter with pseudo dotting 15 in 13 second networks. It will respond to either configuration or report request messages from a mobile transmitter or from the network. NOTE: The NRU is not base station certified. It is ETSI certified for 13 Second Systems and FCC certified as a mobile transmitter for 8 second Systems. LoJack Corporation 200 Lowder Brook Drive Westwood, MA 02090 USA Voice: 1-781-326-4700 Fax: 1-781-251-9117 www.lojack.com CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY Product Features User Benefits NRU design based on the VLU-7 transceiver Ability to supports all VLU-7 channel frequencies Improved timing accuracy over the obsolete TRU Better timing accuracy decreases network congestion, improves communication with VLUs. Ensures maximum life expectancy of VLU7-SP. Enables post installation testing of VLU7-SP without the need for full service mode Easy to maintain/upgrade system, reduces or eliminates site visits Ability to offer expanded services such as LoJack Early Warning Includes indexing for VLU7. Communicates with all VLU7 models including self powered VLU. Supports firmware updates both locally and remotely using the Ethernet connection. Uplink message receiving and repeating capability Technical Specifications Physical Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Operational Shipping 174.53 mm (6.87 in ) 99.4 mm (3.91 in ) 41.6 mm (1.64 in ) 0.9 kg 0.45 kg Power Requirements Input Voltage Current Connections DC Power +13.8 VDC nominal (+9 VDC…+18 VDC) 0.5 A nominal (receive) 1.5 A nominal (transmit) 2.0 A (Peak) 2.5 mm Male Locking Jack VHF Antenna Female SMA connector Serial/Multi-Purpose I/O (2) Female RJ45 connector Ethernet Female RJ45 connector GPS Antenna (optional) Female SMA connector RF Performance (VHF) Single Frequency Options Center Frequency Accuracy Channel Spacing (Wideband) Channel Spacing (Narrowband) Antenna Impedance MSK RX Sensitivity FSK RX Sensitivity Transmit Power Built-in GPS Internal GPS Receiver Certifications 25 KHz 12.5 KHz 50 Ohms -117 dBm +/- 2 dB for 50% message reception rate -129 dBm +/- 2 dB for 3 successful consecutive message reception +31 dBm +/- 1 dB (at Antenna Connector) Trimble Lassen iQ FCC Part 15 Class “B” CENELEC (CE) EN 55022:1998 Class B Standards from CENELEC EN 55024:1998 ROHS Compliance Environment Temperature Range (operating) Temperature Range (storage) Relative Humidity Environmental Rating 160MHz to 174MHz ± 9.0 ppm (-20°C to +55°C) The NRU is ROHS compliant. -20 C to +60 C -40 C to +105 C 0-90% Non-Condensing N/A The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice. 9080-0026-00 Rev B – NRU Revised Sep 2010 LoJack Corporation 200 Lowder Brook Drive Westwood, MA 02090 USA Voice: 1-781-326-4700 Fax: 1-781-251-9117 www.lojack.com
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