Chapter 5
28 Viper® 4 and Viper 4+ Installation Manual
Integrated DGPS Receiver Antenna Cable
Note:
The coaxial antenna receptacle on the Viper 4 and Viper 4+ is only available if the Viper 4 or Viper
4+ was purchased with the optional integrated DGPS receiver.
Viper 4 and Viper 4+ systems without an integrated DGPS receiver will require an external
receiver connected to the DGPS input and output connector on the interface cabling to utilize the
guidance and mapping features of the and Raven Operating Software (ROS).
1. Connect the coaxial antenna cable to the coaxial connector in port “7.” Refer to Figure 4 on page 10.
2. Route the antenna cable to the DGPS antenna and connect to the coaxial port on the antenna.
Connect an External DGPS Receiver
Note:
A field computer utilizing an external DGPS receiver will require an console cable with the “DGPS”
connector.
1. Install the console or adapter cable as described in the Connecting the Console Cable section on page 27
or the Viper 4 Connecting the Adapter Cable section on page 25.
2. Locate the connector labeled “DGPS” on the console cable in the vehicle cabin.
3. Refer to the receiver installation procedure for details on connecting the receiver to this connector.
Optional Connections
Wi-Fi Antenna
Connect the supplied wi-fi antenna to the coaxial receptacle labeled “8” for future wi-fi communication
capabilities. Refer to Figure 4 on page 10.
Ethernet
An ethernet adapter cable is required for the Turck receptacle labeled “3” to connect the Viper 4 or Viper 4+ to
a Slingshot Field Hub to receive RTK corrections. Refer to Figure 4 on page 10.
The adapter cable may also be used to connect the Viper 4 or Viper 4+ with an ethernet enabled device such
as a wireless modem.
Auxiliary Controller Area Network (CANbus) Interface
In addition to Raven CANbus systems, Viper 4 and Viper 4+ are capable of interfacing with ISObus systems
and networks using the J1939 protocol. This capability allow the Viper 4 and Viper 4+ to interface with several
systems installed by the original equipment manufacturer. Contact a local Raven dealer or an equipment
service center for more information and purchasing.
Connect the auxiliary CANbus cable to the Conxall receptacle labeled “5” to connect the Viper 4 or Viper 4+ to
auxiliary CANbus systems.
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