
T8-Mini Installation otes v1.0
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both the T8-Mini and your vehicle radio system whilst the vehicle battery
is removed.
WARNINGS
1. Do not smoke or use open flames when working near the vehicle.
2.
Ensure that the vehicle’s electrical cables, hydraulic lines, fuel lines, and
safety equipment are not damaged during the installation
.
3.
Ensure that normal control and operation of the vehicle is not impaired by
the installation, particularly the brakes and steering. Ensure that the
airbag operation is not obstructed
.
5.1 Recommended Installation Sequence Summary
The following installation sequence is recommended. Please refer to the detailed
instructions elsewhere in this document for further details.
1. Plan the whole installation and determine suitable locations, mounting
arrangements and cable routes for all hardware items.
2. Fit SIM card (if not supplied pre-installed). Please note that the SIM must be
inserted correctly and the SIM PI code removed where necessary using a
mobile phone.
3. Connect internal back-up battery if fitted to the T8-Mini.
4. Temporarily mount the main T8-Mini and wire the Power and Ignition Sense
feeds leaving the in-line fuses out.
5. Check for optimum location of the GPS unit for GPS signal detection using
the engineering modes. The unit will need to be powered up by temporarily
fitting the fuses.
6. Permanently mount the main T8-Mini in its optimum location.
7. Fit the fuses for the T8-Mini.
8. Commission and test the system.
5.2 SIM Card
5.2.1 Before fitting the SIM card
1. If you have not already registered your SIM card with the mobile network, you
should do this before proceeding. Please refer to the appropriate mobile
network operator instructions on how you do this.
2. Make a note of the number on the SIM card (ES ) as well as a note of your
Voice & Data telephone numbers. There is a convenient space in ppendix
B – T8-Mini Records where you can record this information.
3.
Ensure that a PI number does not protect the SIM card. If this is the case, it
must be removed before inserting it into the T8-Mini – this can be done by