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Chapter 4: Installation
Installing Cables
4.2.6 Installing Cables
For detailed instructions on connecting cables to the 8570, please refer to
“Connecting Cables” on page 29. When installing the cables between the computer
and other devices, consider the following:
• Ensure the vehicle body and underlying wiring is not damaged while drill-
ing mounting holes.
• Protect cable runs from pinching, overheating and physical damage.
• Protect cables by using grommets when cables pass through metal.
• Prevent cables and connectors from moving and loosening by using
plastic straps.
• Keep the cables away from heat sources, grease, battery acid, and other
potential hazards.
• Keep the cables away from control pedals and other moving parts that
may pull on the cables or interfere with the operation of the vehicle.
• Leave enough slack on the cables so that the computer can be removed
easily for maintenance.
Note: Make sure the cables run inside the roll cage of the vehicle.
4.2.7 External Antennas
Warning: Operating the terminal without an antenna may damage the radio.
If the 2.4 GHz PC card radio is installed in the 8570, the antenna may be internal or
external. When equipped with an antenna, the 8570 has a dome cover on the top left
of the computer.
The type of dome cover depends on the antenna used: plastic cover for an internal
antenna, and a metal cover which has an antenna cable to the radio card and a
proprietary SMA-type connector for the external antenna.
Figure 4.10 8570 Dome Covers: Plastic (left) and Metal (right).