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GO Anywhere 2 Trailer Installation

Written By: Alkesh Dhak (and one other contributor)
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    • Do not attempt to install, reconfigure or remove any product from a vehicle while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise in operation. All installation, configuration or removal must be done only in stationary vehicles which are securely parked.

    • Attempting to service devices while the vehicle is in motion could result in malfunctions or accidents, leading to death or serious personal injury.

  2. Before installation, make note of the following:

    • Before installation, make note of the following:

    • GO Anywhere 2 device serial number

    • The serial number is printed below the barcode on the sticker on the top of the GO Anywhere 2 device.

    • Fleet alias/number/ID

    • License plate number

    • VIN

  3. The HRN-NATRL harness is designed to be installed into a variety of trailers. The HRN-NATRL harness is designed to be installed into a variety of trailers. The HRN-NATRL harness is designed to be installed into a variety of trailers.

    • The HRN-NATRL harness is designed to be installed into a variety of trailers.

  4. The HRN-NATRL kit contains: HRN-NATRL Harness & HRN-2AFUSEKIT

    • The HRN-NATRL kit contains: HRN-NATRL Harness & HRN-2AFUSEKIT

  5. Find a suitable location to install the device on your asset. The GO Anywhere 2 must have optimal line of sight to the sky with no metal obstructions that interfere with the signal.

    • Find a suitable location to install the device on your asset.

    • The GO Anywhere 2 must have optimal line of sight to the sky with no metal obstructions that interfere with the signal.

    • Ensure the surface that you are mounting to has a solid backing where the screws will hold the device securely.

    • Mounting to thin surfaces may lead to the screws backing out due to road vibration.

  6. The GO Anywhere 2 device should be mounted with the connector facing downwards to prevent water intrusion. Using the supplied 3 x self drilling screws mount the GO Anywhere 2 device.

    • The GO Anywhere 2 device should be mounted with the connector facing downwards to prevent water intrusion.

    • Using the supplied 3 x self drilling screws mount the GO Anywhere 2 device.

    • Before drilling, check behind the mounting location to ensure the area is clear of any obstructions or electrical wires/components.

  7. Remove the protective cap on the bottom of the GO Anywhere 2 device. Use dielectric grease whenever connections may be exposed to moisture. Use dielectric grease whenever connections may be exposed to moisture.

    • Remove the protective cap on the bottom of the GO Anywhere 2 device.

    • Use dielectric grease whenever connections may be exposed to moisture.

  8. Connect the female connector on the HRN-NATRL harness to the GO Anywhere 2 device. Ensure the connection is secure and locked into place. Secure the connector until it is snug and then further tighten a 1/4 turn.

    • Connect the female connector on the HRN-NATRL harness to the GO Anywhere 2 device.

    • Ensure the connection is secure and locked into place.

    • Secure the connector until it is snug and then further tighten a 1/4 turn.

    • Note that the connector is keyed to ensure correct orientation.

  9. Ensure you use wire loom to protect the wires. Secure excess wiring with cable ties and clamps as needed. The HRN-NATRL harness can be cut to length if necessary.

    • Ensure you use wire loom to protect the wires.

    • Secure excess wiring with cable ties and clamps as needed.

    • The HRN-NATRL harness can be cut to length if necessary.

  10. Access the trailers connection point.

    • Access the trailers connection point.

  11. Route the wire through existing grommets if available. In some cases you may need to drill a hole to access the trailers connection point. Before drilling, check behind the location to ensure the area is clear of any obstructions or electrical wires/components.

    • Route the wire through existing grommets if available.

    • In some cases you may need to drill a hole to access the trailers connection point.

    • Before drilling, check behind the location to ensure the area is clear of any obstructions or electrical wires/components.

    • Use the appropriate grommet to prevent wire chafing.

  12. Prepare the HRN-NATRL harness by using the fuse holders, butt connectors, and ring terminals in the HRN-2AFUSEKIT. The 2 x fuse holders will be used on the Brown and Blue wires. Use a heat gun or butane torch to seal the heat shrink crimp connectors.

    • Prepare the HRN-NATRL harness by using the fuse holders, butt connectors, and ring terminals in the HRN-2AFUSEKIT.

    • The 2 x fuse holders will be used on the Brown and Blue wires.

    • Use a heat gun or butane torch to seal the heat shrink crimp connectors.

  13. WHITE - Ground

    • WHITE - Ground

    • BROWN - Tail / Running Lights

    • BLUE - Auxiliary / ABS primary power

  14. WHITE - Ground

    • WHITE - Ground

    • BROWN - Tail / Running Lights

    • BLUE - Auxiliary power

    • NOTE: Pin 2 (Black Wire) may be constant power or ignition power. You must verify this. If Constant power, to avoid vehicle battery drain, be sure to disconnect the trailer connector from the vehicle when not in use.

  15. Connect the wires from the HRN-NATRL harness to the trailers connection points based on the wiring diagram applicable to your application. Ensure all connections are secure. Secure excess wiring with cable ties as needed.

    • Connect the wires from the HRN-NATRL harness to the trailers connection points based on the wiring diagram applicable to your application.

    • Ensure all connections are secure.

    • Secure excess wiring with cable ties as needed.

    • Trim any excess cable tie.

  16. Begin activation by pressing the button on the device. For optimal performance, activate the device in an area with good cellular coverage and a clear view of the sky for GNSS/GPS - outdoors are best. The activation process may take up to five minutes. LED state - WHITE - Slow Flash

    • Begin activation by pressing the button on the device.

    • For optimal performance, activate the device in an area with good cellular coverage and a clear view of the sky for GNSS/GPS - outdoors are best. The activation process may take up to five minutes.

    • LED state - WHITE - Slow Flash

    • Status - Activation in progress.

    • Action - Do not unplug or touch the device.

    • LED state - GREEN - Fast flash for 15 seconds

    • Status - Device is battery-only, or wired and ignition is not detected.

    • Action - No action required.

    • LED state - GREEN - Solid for 15 seconds

    • Status - Device is wired, ignition is detected

    • Action - No action required.

    • LED state - ORANGE - Flash every 15 seconds

    • Status - No GPS signal.

    • Action - Move device to be in sky view. Press button to re-attempt activation.

    • LED state - ORANGE - 2 x Flash every 15 seconds

    • Status - No (or weak) cell service.

    • Action - Move asset to an area with cellular coverage. Press button to re-attempt activation.

    • If activation is unsuccessful, the device will automatically retry. You can manually force a retry by pressing the device's button.

  19. Place the serial number sticker in a suitable location for future reference.

    • Place the serial number sticker in a suitable location for future reference.

    • All in-vehicle devices and related cabling must be securely fastened and kept clear of all vehicle controls, airbags, and gas, brake and clutch pedals.

    • This requires the use of a cable tie when securing the device or any extension harness to the OBD connector, securing both sides of the harness. If you do not use a cable tie, vibration in the vehicle can lead to a loose connection which could cause the vehicle’s engine computer to fail, causing potential loss of vehicle control and serious injury.

    • Inspect devices and cabling regularly to ensure all devices and cabling continue to be securely attached.

    • If at any point after an in-vehicle device is installed a warning light illuminates 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.

  22. Enter the installer information.

    • Enter the installer information.

  23. Two options are available to enter the device serial number: Scan the device serial number (QR or barcode) using your mobile device. Press Enter serial number manually, enter the serial number, and then press Submit.

    • Two options are available to enter the device serial number:

    • Scan the device serial number (QR or barcode) using your mobile device.

    • Press Enter serial number manually, enter the serial number, and then press Submit.

    • If you are also removing an old device, press Did you remove an old device? and then enter the removed device serial number.

    • MyInstall takes a moment to check the device status.

  24. Installed device Pass – The device has successfully communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • Installed device

    • Pass – The device has successfully communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • Fail – The device has not communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • If the device status shows as FAILED, verify the LED status and turn the ignition / engine off and on again.

    • Press Refresh to check the status again.

    • Refer to the MyInstall User Guide for detailed instructions.

  25. Under Input asset information, select the relevant Asset type from the dropdown.

    • Under Input asset information, select the relevant Asset type from the dropdown.

    • Fields displayed may vary based on the asset and device type.

    • Enter information about the vehicle or asset where the telematics device was installed.

  26. Asset name — Enter the vehicle or asset name. This field is mandatory.

    • Asset name — Enter the vehicle or asset name. This field is mandatory.

    • VIN — Scan or enter the vehicle identification number (VIN). For scanning, select the scan icon [O] beside the field. This field is mandatory.

    • Make, Model, and Year — This information will be auto populated when you scan or enter a valid VIN. If it is not autopopulated, enter the information manually. NOTE: For some vehicle makes and models, the autopopulate option might not be possible.

    • License plate — Enter the vehicle license plate.

    • Odometer (GO device only) — Enter the vehicle odometer, and select the measurement unit (km or miles).

    • Engine hours (GO device only) — Enter the vehicle engine hours.

    • Camera ID (GO device only) — Scan or enter the installed camera identification (ID) number. NOTE: Depending on the camera type, the camera ID number can also be the camera’s International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI), or serial number. Select the information icon ⓘ to learn more about your camera’s ID number.

    • Work order reference — If applicable, enter a work reference number that is associated with the installation.

  27. Review details by clicking or tapping on any section. If needed, update or refresh any captured information. When you are ready to submit, select Continue.

    • Review details by clicking or tapping on any section. If needed, update or refresh any captured information.

    • When you are ready to submit, select Continue.

    • For the latest version of the Limitations of Use, please visit: http://goo.gl/k6Fp0w

    • Your in-vehicle devices must be kept clear of debris, water and other environmental contaminants. Failure to do so may result in units malfunctioning or short-circuiting, which can lead to a fire hazard and cause loss or serious injury.

    • 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.

    • The simplified EU declaration of conformity referred to in Article 10(9) shall be provided as follows:

    • Hereby, Geotab (Address: 2440 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, Ontario L6H 7V2, Canada, Phone number: 1 (877) 436-8221) declares that the radio equipment type ‘telematics device’ is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available here.

    • WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

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Alkesh Dhak

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