Installation manual

IQ3 Data Logger Dash Installation Manual
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GPS Antenna Mounting
The GPS antenna is a moisture resistant, magnetic based type, designed to be mounted on the
exterior roof of the vehicle. If no roof exists or the vehicle is of a composite type, insure the
antenna is mounted in clear view of the sky, with no obstructions. The antenna must be
mounted at the highest point of the vehicle and level front / rear and left / right. Insure the
GPS antenna cable will reach the data logger, before final mounting of the antenna.
GPS antenna mounting for stock bodied vehicles
The GPS antenna is provided with a magnetic mounting base and should always be mounted on
the roof of the vehicle, centered within the roof area. Insure the antenna is as level as possible,
left to right and front to rear. In the event of a vehicle with a composite roof, Velcro can be
utilized. Place a strip of masking tape on the roof of the vehicle. A small piece of Velcro on the
antenna and the tape will be sufficient to hold the antenna in place. We understand the value
of high performance vehicles and the fact some users will be hesitant to place any type of tape
on the surface of their vehicle. In that is the situation, determine the mounting method you are
most comfortable with, but will locate the antenna on the roof area.
GPS antenna mounting for open wheel vehicles
By following the above instructions, simply insure the antenna is mounted as high as possible
on the vehicle. Various body panels can possible block satellite signals. Insure telemetry or two
way radio antennas will not provide interference to the antenna.
Again, the GPS antenna will function well, in a variety of roof mounted locations. The above
guidelines will insure the most efficient reception of signals. The antenna has been roof
mounted and tested at speeds over 190 mph, so feel free to go at least that fast.
Connection of the GPS antenna to the IQ3
Upon completion of mounting of the antenna, simply route the cable to the rear of the IQ3 and
connect to the GPS antenna port of the data logger. Insure the cable end is screwed tightly to
the GPS connector. A small wrench can be used to slightly SNUG the connector. Excessive
force can damage the connector, resulting in failure of GPS signal reception.