Installation Guide
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Geotab Standard Installations
Installation Guide
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Review the standard installation instructions for GO devices and IOXs, and access more resources in the documentation library. Includes important safety information and an overview of the tools and materials needed for standard installations.
March 2021
Successful installation of any device or equipment requires knowledge of the installation and device requirements. This information is obtained by reading the device documentation and by speaking with the customer to understand their requirements.
✱ NOTE: Installations should never be performed without first reviewing and understanding the device documentation and customer requirements.
GO9+ | GO9 & GO9 Rugged | GO8 & GO RUGGED | GO7 | GO6 | ||||
12 V and 24 V systems supported | 12 V and 24 V systems supported | 12 V and 24 V systems supported | 12 V and 24 V systems supported | 8 V to 36 V | ||||
Currents at 12 V: | ||||||||
Wi-Fi on peak power 433mA Wi-Fi off peak power 320mA Average power range: 96 - 330mA | Operating mode: 60 - 300 mA | Operating mode: 60 - 300 mA | Operating mode: 60 - 300 mA | Operating mode: 150 - 350 mA | ||||
Operating mode with IOX: Up to 2 A | Operating mode with IOX: Up to 2 A | Operating mode with IOX: Up to 2 A | Operating mode with IOX: Up to 2 A | |||||
Sleep mode: Not available | Sleep mode: 4.5 mA | Sleep mode: 2.5 mA | Sleep mode: 2.5 mA | Sleep mode: 10 mA | ||||
Antenna on bottom | Antenna on bottom GO RUGGED: antenna on top | GO8: antenna on bottom GO RUGGED: antenna on top | Antenna on bottom | Antenna on top |
The device has three LEDs that indicate its status:
When the vehicle ignition is turned off, the device powers down and enters Sleep Mode. To ensure the device remains connected in Sleep Mode (and to check for firmware updates), the device periodically pings the server.
In Sleep Mode, the device pings (or “heartbeats”) every 30 minutes for the first two days. After two days, the device heartbeats once every 23 hours.
When the device powers on for the first time after installation, it enters the Troubleshooting Beeping Mode to assist with the installation for the first two trips.
The Troubleshooting Beeping Mode has various beep indications:
Beeping mode is also enabled during device configuration or when log debug is enabled.
✱ NOTE: GO RUGGED devices require the IOX-BUZZ for beepmode availability.
It is important that the installer reads through and understands the installation documentation for each piece of equipment, which may include documents provided by the marketplace supplier.
WARNING! Do not attempt to install, configure, or remove any product from any vehicle while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise in operation. All installations, configurations, or removals must only be performed in securely parked, stationary vehicles. Attempting to service moving or operating units could result in malfunctions or accidents, leading to death or serious personal injury.
WARNING! All in-vehicle devices and related cabling must be securely fastened and kept clear of all vehicle controls, including gas, brake and clutch pedals. To ensure all devices and cabling remain securely attached, inspect devices and cabling on a regular basis. Loose cabling or devices may impede the use of vehicle controls, resulting in unanticipated acceleration, braking, or other loss of vehicle control, which could lead to death or serious personal injury. Upon sudden acceleration or deceleration, improperly fastened, in-vehicle devices may detach and impact operators, which may cause injury.
WARNING! After an in-vehicle device is installed, if at any point a warning lights up on the vehicle dash, or the vehicle stalls, or has a marked drop in performance: shut off the engine, remove the device, and contact your reseller. Continuing to operate a vehicle with these symptoms can cause loss of vehicle control and serious injury.
WARNING! Your in-vehicle devices must be kept clear of debris, water, and other environmental contaminants. Failure to do so may result in the malfunction or short-circuiting of units which can lead to fire hazards, vehicle damage, or serious injury.
WARNING! Do not attempt to remove devices from vehicles where they are originally installed and then install them in other vehicles. Not all vehicles share compatibility, and reinstalling devices in other vehicles may result in unexpected interactions. This could include abrupt power loss, vehicle engine shutdown while in operation, or poor or erratic vehicle operation, leading to death or serious personal injury and/or vehicle damage.
NOTICE: This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Configuration, servicing, and repairs must only be made by an authorized reseller or installer. Unauthorized servicing of these products will void your product warranty.