If the SharpZ3 system uses a cellular
connection to transmit plate reads and to update hotlists and permits, you must install a
cellular antenna on the patrol vehicle.
Before you begin
- Install the base unit in the patrol vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle's headliner to gain access to the underside of the mounting
location.
What you should know
- You can install the cellular antenna on the vehicle roof or trunk.
To complete these steps, you need the following:
- Hole saw or stepping drill bit
-
For cable penetrations, you can use a stepping drill bit
or you can use a fine-toothed hole saw designed for vehicle body panels which is
depth-regulated and includes a pilot drill bit.
For more information, see Drilling a camera cable hole.
Procedure
-
Place a cable gland on the location of the vehicle roof where you intend to
pass the cable and use a grease pencil or other marker to trace the outline of
the cable gland.
The cable gland should have an outer diameter of 1.9 cm (¾ in) and an inner
diameter .95 cm (⅜ in).
IMPORTANT:
The hole should be slightly smaller than
the outline of the cable gland so that the cable
gland collar can grip the vehicle’s roof.
-
Verify that both sides of the roof are clear of anything that could be damaged,
and then drill the cable hole.
-
Deburr the holes to remove any metal shards or remnants.
-
Install the cable gland in the cable hole.
-
Pass the cable through the cable gland and run the cable to the ToughPad
dock.
-
Connect the antenna cable to the SMA connector on the ToughPad dock.
-
Peel off the adhesive liner from the back of the antenna.
-
Align the antenna as desired and place the antenna on the vehicle. Apply
pressure to ensure surface contact.