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Trademark Acknowledgements Teradyne is a registered trademark of Teradyne, Inc. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Teradyne, Inc., Teradyne Diagnostic Solutions, Ltd or their respective owners. Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. Copyright Information VMM Hardware Manual ©2005 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved The information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the
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DEFINITIONS, ACRONYMS, AND ABBREVIATIONS ........................................... 1 VMM DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................. 2 SAFETY WARNINGS ................................................................................................ 3 VMM SAFETY INFORMATION ......................................................................... 3 PROPER INSTALLATION AND USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.............
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" # " $ % & '( ' LAN Local Area Network LED Light Emitting Diode PC Personal Computer PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association, Expansion card form fa POST Power-On Self Test SW Software TIS Technical Information Support Hotline USB Universal Serial Bus VCM Vehicle Communication Module VMM Vehicle Measurement Module
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" # " $ % & * he Vehicle Measurement Module (VMM) is a high performance, ruggedized, vehicle instrumentation gateway. T The VMM unit is housed in a magnesium enclosure with a tough, protective, plastic cover for the PCMCIA expansion slot which can, for example, be used for wireless LAN cards or memory expansion. The VMM device contains four LED status indicators to provide the user with a visual mode of operation for the VMM and host
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" # " $ % & ** ,(#- VMM Safety Information You should read and understand this safety information before installing, assembling and using the equipment. DO observe the safety warnings and cautions in this document. WARNING - This indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause personal injury if the hazard is not avoided. CAUTION - This indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause damage to , a vehicle or other equipm
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" # " $ % & For continued protection against electric shock certain parts of this equipment, including the PC compatible signal interface connections have been designed such that the voltage is limited to a safe value. In order to maintain this level of protection it is essential that any equipment connected to this equipment shall have interface connections which are similarly protected. Assurance must be obtained from the manufacturers and suppliers of suc
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" # " $ % & CAUTION - If the VMM system is used to measure hazardous voltages, these voltages can appear on the pins of other connectors in the measurement system. DO NOT continue to use this equipment if you have ANY doubt that it may not be working properly or it is damaged in any way. Switch off power to the equipment, disconnect the DC power cord from the vehicle and contact your Hotline Call Centre Support. DO NOT connect any equipment to the
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" # " $ % & WARNING - Do not alter this equipment’s cabling during lightning activity if there is any cabling connecting from the equipment to the outside of the building in which this equipment is installed ie through a pc connector. A defective electrical earth connection to any equipment may cause an electric shock hazard. This hazard may pass through the signal cabling and to any other equipment interconnected. It is recommended that electrical
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" # " $ % & CAUTION – Do not use this equipment in close proximity to: · Operating mobile phones · Operating mobile transceivers, such as amateur radio, taxi cabs, emergency services · Mobile phone cell repeaters · Broadcast radio and television transmitters · Emergency medical equipment WARNING – This is a Class II product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measu
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" # " $ % & 13. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN USING GARAGE EQUIPMENT. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE. ENSURE ALL VMM OPERATORS READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE EQUIPMENT 2
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" # " $ % & * ) &$ ,! he VMM unit has four LED status indicators that are visible through LED ID Label. The LED status indicators allow the user to visually observe the operation of the VMM. Refer to Fig A for the location of the LED status indicators on the VMM. T LED 4: (AMBER) – Host Link Activity LED 3: (GREEN) – Critical Access LED 2: (RED) – Power / POST LED 1: (GREEN) – Heart beat / Under temperature / Over
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" # " $ % & Normal Power-up LED Operation The VMM Heart Beat / Under temperature / Over temperature Operating LED (LED1) will be flashed regularly, approximately once per second, when the VMM software is running normally. This LED will flash slowly, approximately once every 2 seconds, (with all other LED’s unlit) if the o VMM is in ‘warm-up’ mode following storage at temperatures below 0 C. This LED will flash rapidly, approximately five per second, (with
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" # " $ % & * + - sers should perform the following checks to determine if they can resolve any problems with the VMM unit. If the VMM is still inoperable after performing the checks, contact the Ford Technical Information Support for assistance (see Support Instructions chapter for details). U Troubleshooting Table Problem Symptoms Checks & Possible Causes VMM will not power On (No LED' s · Make sure that secure cable connections a
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" # " $ % & * . ,* 8V – 48V DC (12V nominal) at 3.8 - 0.7 Amps (maximum) · Voltage & Current Requirements · Host Protocols - Ethernet 10/100 BaseT - USB · Host Connection Detachable Cables: PC USB to Ethernet (Typical) · Vehicle Connection Detachable 7m (23ft) battery cable Magnesium, service bay fluid resistant, 1m freefall · Enclosure impact resistant H:73mm (2.9in) W:160mm (6.3in) L:180mm (7in) · Dimensi
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" # " $ % & * / Cleaning the VMM witch OFF the power and disconnect the equipment from the power source before cleaning the equipment. The VMM should only be cleaned using non-abrasive, mild cleaning agent. S Note: Dust and other particles should be lightly brushed from the surface before being cleaned. Cleaner should be applied to a soft lint free cleaning cloth and never directly to the VMM. Do not soak the cleaning cloth an
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" # " $ % & * 0 ,**! f the checks in the Troubleshooting section did not resolve your VMM concern, contact the Ford Technical Information Support for assistance. I For U.S. Ford Dealership support information see www.fmcdealer.com For Canadian Ford Dealership support information see www.inford.com For non-Ford Dealerships support information is available at www.motorcraftservice.com .
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" #"$ 1. Payment and Terms of Payment. a. If Buyer has requested and Ford Motor Company ("Seller") agrees to sell under the Dealer Open Account payment plan, then Buyer shall pay the Total Cash Price shown on the Order Form. b. If Buyer has requested the Installment Plan in Part II of the Order Form and Seller agrees to sell pursuant to such Plan, then Buyer shall pay the Total Cash Price and any intere
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" # " $ % & LIMITED TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE WARRANTIES PROVIDED BY THE HARDWARE MANUFACTURER. SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS, INDEMNITIES OR GUARANTEES WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO EQUIPMENT EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW OR CUSTOM, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE LIABILITY OF THE SELLER SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE EXPRESS OBLIGATION TO DELIVER THE EQUIPMENT. UNDER NO CIRCUM
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" # " $ % & Insurance and Indemnification. Buyer shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Seller from and against, and at Buyer’s own expense provide insurance satisfactory to Seller covering any and all losses, damages, claims, expenses and other liabilities (including attorneys’ fees) relating to or arising out of: (i) damage, loss, theft or destruction of the Equipment, or (ii) death, injury or property damage connected with the use, operation or condition (i
