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Installation Instructions
B a t R F T r a c t o r I n t e r f a c e M o d u l e ( T I M )
I n s t a l l a t i o n I n s t r u c t i o n s
How It Works
The TIM (Tractor Interface Module) is an intuitive device that that interfaces between the
PeopleNET on board computer and the BatRF wireless TPM sensors.
The TIM ships with the following:
1) A Tractor Interface Module
2) A PeopleNET g3 services interconnect cable
3) Adhesive backed mushroom Velcro and primer to mount the TIM
Installing the Unit
1) Locate the PeopleNET g3 Onboard
computer (OBC).
TIP – Typical mounting locations for the g3
OBC are:
a) behind or under the passenger seat
b) behind or under the driver’s seat
c) For Sleeper Cabs, in the storage area
under the bed accessible from the outside
of the truck.
2) Select a mounting location for the
TIM. IMPORTANT – The TIM wirelessly
communicates with the Airbat TPMS
sensors; thus the mounting location must
meet the following requirements:
● DO mount the TIM at window height or
higher in the cab.
● DON’T mount the TIM where metallic
objects are within 1” of the front face next
to the upper right hand corner of the box
(where the receiving antenna is located).
● DON’T mount the TIM within 12 inches of
other wireless transmitters (in-cab WiFi,
Blu-tooth and microwave ovens).
Typically the TIM is mounted above the
passenger door (sleeper cabs) or on the
lower passenger side of the rear window.
TIP – Choose a location that will allow for
easy routing for the cable that runs
between the TIM and the PeopleNET g3
OBC.
4) Install the TIM
Peal the Mushroom head Velcro
adhesive back strip and adhere a piece
to each end of the back of the TIM.
Mount the mating pieces to the TIM
and remove the backing adhesive strip.
Press the TIM into its mounting
location so the adhesive will stick.
4) Install the cable between the TIM and
the g3 OBC.
Attach the serial port to the 9 pin D
connector of the TIM unit and tighten the
thumb screws. Connect the cable locking
DIN connector to the onboard computer g3
services port (black over-molding) and
tighten. Both power and serial
communications are run through this cable
(eliminates the need for a separate power
cable).
The TIM connects to the PeopleNet On
Board Computer (OBC) via a g3 interface
cable. The g3 Services connection is a
short cable with a black round locking DIN
connector that is provided with the TIM
unit.
5) Connect the 9 pin D cable to the TIM
and tighten the thumb screws
6) Connect the 6 pin round DIN connector
to the BLACK insulated 6 pin DIN
connector that comes out of the breakout
connector of the PeopleNET OBC and
tighten the locking thumb nuts together by
hand.
NOTE- Don’t connect to the RED
or BLUE insulated connectors…it must
be the Black insulated
Connector which is the g3 services
port.
NOTE - Both power and serial
communications are run through this cable
(eliminates the need for a
separate power cable).
To allow the BatRF TIM to communicate
with the PeopleNET g3 services port, the
port must be assigned and configured
using the PeopleNET in cab keyboard and
display.
Configuring the PeopleNET g3 Serial Port
To allow the BarRF TIM to communicate with the PeopleNET g3 services port, the port must be
configured. This is done through the OBC Administration Menu on the display. To configure the
port, follow these steps:
Step 1: From the main menu select
Main and use the down arrow to scroll
through the menu options to the bottom of
the list. Select “OBC Administration” from
the main menu.
Step 2: Using the keyboard enter the
password, “9238”. Then select “Done”.
Step 3: Select “Assign serial port”.
Step 4: Select “g3 Services”. This will
assign the serial port to be used
by g3 Services.
Step 5: Select the baud rate.
The port can be configured to
run at 57,600 baud.
If the serial port assignment has been
changed, the OBC must be reset to make
the change effective.
Step 6: Select “OK” to reset the OBC
and to finish the port configuration.
Testing the Unit
After waiting about 30 seconds after the PN display has powered up …press the UP Arrow until
you see a line that says
Ok BatRF TPM0 S0
This line is placed on the PN terminal by the BatRF TIM. Every 2.5 seconds the TIM alternates
the first character in the line between a space and an “*” or a space and an “!” if there is an error
or a low/flat tire.
To test the AirBat TIM device after installation turn the power on ……………………………..
Data Entry Into WebBat
Record the Vehicle #, Vehicle Type, Sensor Serial # and Wheel Position (optional) and enter the
information into WebBat.
Trouble Shooting
If the TIM is unable to communicate with the PeopleNet OBC it will be indicated with a blink code
on the LEDs of the TIM.
Part# 09-930-8210
Certifications
FCC (USA)
This unit complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: SRA-821
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at
least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation
instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying Rf exposure compliance.
Should you need any additional assistance with any problems or issues please contact STEMCO
Customer Service at (800) 527-8492.
Industry Canada
This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications
Le présent materiel est conforme aux specifications techniques applicables d’Industrie Canada.
IC: 7413A-821