SOFTWARE GP-COMMUNICATION 4341356 - Caterpillar

Operation Description:There are problems that may be reported by the Product Link PL102C system but the problems are not caused by the Product Link PL102C module. The following section describes the problems. The section contains steps that are used to determine the possible cause. The module, the antenna, and cables should be visually inspected for damage. Verify that there are no loose connections.Description of the Problem:The position reports are not received in the office.The Product Link PL102C system depends on several communication links in order to transfer data from the machine to the office. The following procedures assume that these communication links are operating properly. The proper communication links are listed below:
The cellular network is operational in the geographic area of concern. The cellular coverage is confirmed by clicking the "Status" tab on the Caterpillar Service Tool software screen. A green light icon will illuminate to indicate cellular coverage.
The worldwide network of Caterpillar's computers is passing messages to the Equipment Manager (EM) software.
EM is configured properly and the software is functioning.The Product Link PL102C module should not be replaced without first verifying that the issues mentioned above have been investigated and if needed, resolved. Contact the Service System Support Center for aid in resolving these issues.Every 24 hours, in "Power Mode 1", four position reports and one SMU report are transmitted. Fewer messages are sent in power mode 2 and power mode 3. If there is no position report after moving the machine and the SMU report is received, the unit is likely to be configured correctly. There is likely to be a problem with the system's GPS. Proceed with the following steps in order to determine the cause.Test Step 1. ACCESS THE PRODUCT LINK THROUGH CATERPILLAR SERVICE TOOL.
Connect Caterpillar Service Tool to the machine.
Verify that the Product Link PL102C module is available.Expected Result:The Product Link PL102C is available.Results:
OK - The Product Link PL102C is available. Proceed to Test Step 2.
NOT OK - The Caterpillar Service Tool screen does not show a signal from the Product Link PL102C module. Repair: Verify that the wiring for the Product Link PL102C has been installed correctly. Refer to Special Instuction, REHS2143, "Confirm Wiring Harness Connections". Step 4 of the procedure in the "Confirm Wiring Harness Connections" section, checks the wiring with a multimeter. If the ECM (Product Link) is not available, refer to System Operation Troubleshooting Testing and Adjusting, RENR8115, "Electronic Service Tool Does Not Communicate with ECM". Stop.Test Step 2. VERIFY THAT THE PRODUCT LINK MODULE IS IN POWER MODE 1.
Go to the Caterpillar Service Tool "Status" tab. Click on the "Status" tab.
Turn the key to the ON position.
Verify that the "Power Mode" is "Mode 1". Verify that the "Key Switch Status" is "On".Expected Result:The machine is in "Power Mode 1" and "Key Switch On".Results:
OK - The Caterpillar Service Tool screens are correct. Proceed to Test Step 3.
NOT OK - Caterpillar Service Tool screens are not correct. Even if this explains the current reports that are arriving at the