Sierra Wireless EV-DO - Manual (Page 39)

Hardware Installation of the PinPoint-E
Rev 3.0B Feb.08 34
Figure 4-2: GPS Antenna Placement for a Vehicle
Connecting to Power
Your PinPoint‐E can be used with either DC, available in most
automobiles, or 110 AC, standard US wall power, with the
appropriate power adapter. DC cables and AC adapters are
available as optional accessories in addition to the one
included with your PinPoint‐E.
Note: When using a DC power
source (such as a car battery or
solar cell), Sierra Wireless
recommends placing a fuse (1-2
Amp) on the line close to the
power source to protect your
power source from possible
surges due to shorts or other line
issues. The DC power cable positive lead should be connected to the
battery or power source positive terminal. The power cable
negative lead should be connected to the battery or power
source negative terminal.
Connecting to a Computer or
other Device
Figure 4-3: Ethernet
The Ethernet port of your PinPoint‐E can be connected directly
to a computer or other Ethernet device with either a cross‐over
cable or a straight‐through cable. The Ethernet port on the
PinPoint‐E is auto‐sensing and connects at 10baseT. If you are