Novatel Wireless WG0001A Spider 4 CDPD Modem User Manual Spider 4 User s Manual

Novatel Wireless Inc. Spider 4 CDPD Modem Spider 4 User s Manual

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IntroductionAbout the Spider 4The Spider 4 is a 4-watt modem with optional Global Positioning Satellite (GPS)capabilities. You can remotely access mission critical files and applications onyour network, designed for devices operating Windows 95, 98, NT or 2000. Itprovides wide area network connectivity over wireless IP services (CDPD).The Spider 4 is illustrated in Figure 1 (Front View) and Figure 2 (Back View).About This ManualThis manual describes how to install and use the Spider 4. To take full advantageof your Spider 4, please read all the instructions in this manual.Contents of This PackageYour Spider 4 package from Nextcell includes one of the following items:• Spider 4• Mounting screws (4)• One 20-foot power harness• One 22-foot serial cable• One user’s manual• One Spider Installation Guide (CD-ROM)
GPS Option CDP-0114-04-002 • GPS receiver embedded in Spider 4 • One 22-foot serial cable • One of the GPS antenna optionAvailable OptionsThe following optional antennas are available for purchase through yourauthorized Nextcell agent:Part #ANT-9701-05-001Cellular roof/trunk mount antenna with thru-hole mounting kit and installationinstructionsPart #ANT-9704-05-001GPS Antenna with thru-hole mounting kit and installation instructionsPart #ANT-9705-05-001GPS Antenna magnetic mounting kit with installation instructionsSystem RequirementsSerial port – One serial port is required for Spider-4. A second serial port isrequired for GPS option.
Spider Modem ManagerRefer to installation menu for Spider Installation Guide.Upgrade InformationIf your current system does not meet these requirements, please contact Nextcell661 E. 18th Street Plano, Texas 75074 USAOr contact us at our Website: http://www.nextcell.comInstallationInstalling the Spider 4To install the Spider 4 into a vehicle, follow these steps:1. Choose a convenient location in the vehicle, either in the interior or thetrunk.2. Place the Spider 4 in position and mark the location of the mounting holes.3. Using your marks as a guide, drill the holes using a 1/16-inch drill bit.4. Align the Spider 4 with the holes that you drilled and secure it using themounting screws provided.Installing CablesTurn off the computer, Spider 4 and vehicle when installing the Spider 4,antennas or cables.Do not create tight loops, sharp bends or crimps in the cables.
Use proper termination on all power cables.All cables should be attached to the vehicle and equipment in such a way as toreduce stress or wear caused by vibrations generated by moving vehicles.Connecting the Power SupplyIt is extremely important that you connect to an auxiliary power circuit thatbecomes active ONLY when the ignition switch is turned ON (e.g., the car radio).There are numerous after-market products available that provide automatic on/offswitching, low voltage disconnects, reverse polarity protection and high voltageprotection for your Spider 4. Consult your automobile manufacturer, automotiveparts or consumer electronic stores for more information on these products.Using the Power Harness provided, connect the Spider 4 to your vehicle’s powersupply exactly as follows:•Connect the black wire to chassis ground.•Connect the white wire to auxiliary power.•Connect the red wire directly to the 12 volt supply of the battery. Theconnection must be capable of supplying up to 4 amps at 12 volts.•Connect the Power Harness to the Spider 4 connector labeled Power.If you have installed the Spider 4 properly, the LED on the front of the Spider 4illuminates only when you turn the ignition ON.
Installing the Serial Modem CableAttach one end of the Serial cable to the computer’s COM port and the other to theSpider 4’s Serial Modem plug. The Serial Modem plug on the Spider 4 is illustrated inFigure 3.Antenna InstallationYour Spider 4 package may not include an antenna. You have the flexibility topurchase an antenna from Nextcell or choose an antenna that meets yourindividual needs.Be sure that you select an antenna with the following features:•The antenna is specified to operate in the cellular band (824 – 894 MHz)with 3 dB gain.•The antenna has a 50 ohm cable terminated with a TNC style connector.Locate and install the antenna on the vehicle according to the manufacturer’sinstructions. Attach the TNC connector to the Spider 4 terminal labeled Antenna.The antenna must be installed a minimum of 0.5 meters (20 inches) from caroccupants and pedestrians.Do not attempt to operate the Spider 4 without an antenna connected. Severedamage to the Spider 4 and/or computer may result.
Installing the AntennaManufacturer’s instructions for installing the Spider 4 Antenna are included withthe antenna kit (Part #CDP-1300-04-003 or #ANT-9701-05-001). Follow thosedirections very carefully in order to avoid damaging the Spider 4 and/orcomputer.The Antenna terminal on the Spider 4 is illustrated in Figure 4.Figure 4: Antenna Terminal on the Spider 4Getting StartedSpider Modem Manager Main WindowRefer to Spider Installation Guide and Spider Users ManualOptional GPS Antenna and ReceiverThe Nextcell Spider 4 with GPS provides data to your computer in the NMEA orSiRF binary format. The factory-default for the Spider 4 is the NMEA format.NMEA FormatTo use this GPS Receiver in the NMEA format, purchase and install mappingsoftware that adheres to the industry-standard NMEA format on your computer.
SiRF FormatTo use this GPS Receiver in the SiRF binary format, download and install AxionNavigation, Inc.’s software, Conductor software, from their Website athttp://www.axiomnav.com.About the GPS ReceiverThe Receiver powers the preamplifier in the GPS Antenna (Active-style) byapplying a 5 volt DC bias to the center conductor of the RF input to the GPSReceiver. We strongly suggest you install the Antenna supplied by Nextcell, Inc.If you must use a Passive-style GPS Antenna, please verify that it has a DC blockinstalled in order to prevent shorting to the Ground.Installing the GPS Antenna and ReceiverThis Spider 4 comes with two GPS-specific cables:•5-meter coax cable — connects the GPS Antenna to the Spider 4•Serial cable — connects the computer to the Spider 4Turn OFF both the computer and the vehicle. There should be no power providedto the Spider 4 or the computer while you are installing the GPS Antenna.Attach the SMA connector at the end of the GPS Antenna coax cable to the SMAconnector located on the back of the Spider 4.The GPS Antenna terminal on the Spider 4 is illustrated in Figure 5.Figure 5: Spider 4 GPS Antenna
Attach one end of the Serial cable to the computer’s COM port and the other tothe Spider 4’s Serial GPS plug. The Serial GPS plug on the Spider 4 is illustratedin Figure 6.Power up the computer and the Spider 4.Activate the GPS Mapping software on your computer according to the softwaremanufacturer’s instructions.

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