Integrating DataNet with Kenwood NXDN Digital Networks.

For use with external messaging devices, Laptops running Mobius or Tracker i50 with optional Garmin NUVI devices.

click here for set-up instructions for mobile radios only

DataNET is a suite of software programs allowing for two-way exchange of data over wireless networks between mobile and fixed remote assets and host programs, including database storage. When Kenwood NX-700/800 radios are to be used as the wireless network link with attached messaging terminals the radios process the data in a "transparent" mode. Currently Kenwood's NXDN IP digital network allows access for 3rd party data processing and transmission by data connection to NX-700/800 radios via COM-1. (RS-232). The radios can be programmed to work over a local network or to an NXR Repeater. This allows data to be routed to a single radio or group of radios using local or remote NXR repeaters attached to the same network.

First Time Users

As a training exercise we suggest you set up two NEXEDGE radios. connect one to a Laptop with our Mobius program installed. You can also connect an external USB GPS receiver to the Laptop. If this is the first time you have worked with Datalink's DataNET software it is very important to take time to read and understand the technical support manuals for DataGate, WebGate and Mobius. They can be found in our support section.

Connect the other radio to a Windows computer with DataGate installed http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/downloads Follow instructions below for to test the link.

Base Set-Up

• Install DataGate and Radio Source (download from our website) http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/downloads in the base computer. We also recommend that you install a copy of WebGate in the DataGate server for testing and monitoring purposes.
• Connect an NX-700/800 or repeater to your base computer where DataGate is installed using COM-1 in the NX-700/800. The base radio will communicate with a local NXR repeater or local network.You will also have to configure each radio to process transparent data. The required KPG-111d configuration settings for each radio can be found here. It is very important to set the group and unit IDs correctly allowing the network to route data to the appropriate radios.
• In the DataGate computer, start Radio Source (you should find it in the Datanet directory) select View/Options set IP address as 127.0.0.1 Port should be 3607 enter a password ( your choice). Under COM settings, select the port the base radio is connected to. Baud rate should be 9600,n,8,1 Timeout should be 60 seconds. (ensure in NX Radio programming, Optional features, Common Page 3 Com-port 1 is set to Transparent Baud rate 9600, 8,N,1)
• In DataGate, select View/Data Source. Click on the antenna in the top left corner to create a new source. Name it Datalink. Enter the same password you used in Radio Source program. In Network, select radio and OK out of that screen. Also OK out of the Data Source program and it should show "connected"
• In DataGate, add a new device. (refer to the DataGate Operators Manual) For an Asset ID enter the same IP address you entered in Mobius or i50. Under Hardware Type, select Laptop Mobius or RMI i50 and OK out of that screen. Double click on the line you just created to open up the configuration screen. Give it an asset name, i.e. NX-Mobius-1. Select Modems. Depending on whether you are using NXDN Digital or Fleetsync Analog you will enter the mobile radio group ID (if required) or only the radio unit ID. Select Datalink in the Radio Source window and OK out of screen. Note: If you want to use "canned messages" from Mobile Radios to the Base WebGate you would enter the messages in the Status Message panels. Refer to the Kenwood Manuals for more detail.

Before testing Remotes and DataGate you should confirm two-way transparent data flow between the two test radios by using Hyperterminal. Run Hyperterminal connected to com-1 on each radio and you should be able to exchange text messages. Baud settings should be 9600 8N1.

Mobile Set-Up (Laptops and Mobius)

• Instal a copy of Mobius in the Laptop http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/download.html Connect the serial port of the Laptop to COM-1 Refer to the Mobius set-up manual http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/download.html In VIEW / CONNECTIONS select the correct serial port in the Laptop and set baud rate at 9600/8/N/1 for testing we suggest one minute updates for city GPS reporting. If all settings are correct you should see the NEXEDGE radio TX LED flash every minute. Data should also be seen to pass through the RadioSource program to the DataGate.
• Connect an NX-700/800 to your base computer where DataGate is installed using COM-1 in the NX-700/800. The base radio will communicate with a local NXR repeater or local network.

Mobile Set-Up (Tracker i50 and optional Garmin NUVI)

Datalink's Tracker i50 is a very advanced "black box" offering a wide range of features and network options. These include automatic switching to Iridium Satellites when NEXEDGE network is lost (requires an Iridium modem to be installed inside the i50) http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/tracker_i50.html Do not attempt to install and set-up an i50 before in-depth reading of the manual http://www.datalinksystemsinc.com/support/i50B.pdf

Garmin NUVI devices can be connected to the Tracker i50 to provide two-way text messaging and transmission of map destnation routing to the driver.

NEXEDGE radios do not allow direct connection of a Garmin to the radio com port.

NOTE! You can connect multiple Kenwood and Radio Source programs to the DataGate computer. This would apply where you had remote sites with a base radio and internet access. Attach a basic windows PC to the base radio and to the internet. Install a copy of Kenwood Source in the PC and enter the remote DataGate IP address and a password. At the DataGate, select View/DataSource and add another Radio Source as outlined above. It could be named Site-1 as an example. Radio Sources and an internet link allows multiple Analog Fleetsync remote sites to be linked to a base over the Internet. This is for GPS data an text messaging only.

NOTE-2! Radio Source program is to be used with NX radios with external messaging terminals. Kenwood Source program is to be used with NX radios with internal or external GPS receiver only, or FleetSync Radios.

Additional Technical Support

• Radio COM-1 to serial cable DB-9
• Adding a Wi-Fi module to an NX-700/800 radio