TELTONIKA FMB230 Waterproof GPRS or GNSS Tracker User Manual

TELTONIKA FMB230 Waterproof GPRS or GNSS Tracker

Know your device

Figure 1 – FMB230 device view

Pinout

Table 1 FMB230 2×6 socket pinout

input, channel 3.
4| DIN 2-N / AIN 1| Digital input, channel 2, Negative input, Analog input, channel 1, Input range: 0- 30 V DC.
5| DIN 1| Digital input, channel 1.
6| INPUT 6| TX EXT (LVCAN – TX).
7| GND (-)| Ground pin. (10-30) V DC (―)
8| DOUT 1| Digital output, channel 1. Open collector output. Max. 0,5 A DC..
9| DOUT 2| Digital output, channel 2. Open collector output. Max. 0,5 A DC.
10| 1WIRE POWER| +3,8 V output for 1–Wire devices.
11| 1WIRE DATA| Data for 1–Wire devices.
12| INPUT 5| RX EXT (LVCAN – RX).

Figure 2 FMB230 2×6 socket pinout

Wiring scheme

Figure 3 FMB230 Wiring scheme

Set up your device

How to insert Micro-SIM card and connect the battery

1. You will receive your device partly closed.
2. Gently remove top and bottom covers.
3. Insert SIM card as shown with PIN request disabled or read our Wiki how to enter it later in Teltonika Configurator. Make sure that Micro-SIM card cut-off corner is pointing outward from slot.
4.  Connect battery as shown to device. Position the battery in place where it does not obstruct other components.
5. After configuration, see “PC Connection (Windows)”, attach device top and bottom cover back and press them twice to the full closure.
6. Make sure that product casing is closed correctly.
   IMPORTANT! This device has an IP67 casing with a two-phase closing, that ensures reliable protection and ease of use. Please make sure that product casing corner clips are fixed tightly and cable is connected to the device in order to maintain the degree of IP67 protection.

PC Connection (Windows)

1. Power-up FMB230 with DC voltage (10 – 30 V) power supply using supplied power cable. LED’s should start blinking, see “LED indications”.
2. Connect device to computer using Micro-USB cable or Bluetooth connection:
   • Using Micro-USB cable
   •  You will need to install USB drivers, see “How to install USB drivers (Windows)”
   • Using Bluetooth
   • FMB230 Bluetooth is enabled by default. Turn on Bluetooth on your PC, then select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth. Choose your device named – “FMBxxx_last_7_imei_digits”, without LE in the end. Enter default password 5555, press Connect and then select Done.
3. You are now ready to use the device on your computer.

How to install USB drivers (Windows)

1. Please download COM port drivers from here.
2. Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.
3. Click Next in driver installation window.
4.  In the following window click Install button.

Setup will continue installing the driver and eventually the confirmation window will appear. Click Finish to complete the setup.

Configuration (Windows)
At first FMB230 device will have default factory settings set. These settings should be changed according to the user’s needs. Main configuration can be performed via Teltonika Configurator software. Get the latest Configurator version from here. Configurator operates on Microsoft Windows OS and uses prerequisite MS .NET Framework 5.0. Make sure you have the correct version installed.
Table 2 MS .NET requirements

MS .NET REQUIREMENTS

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Downloaded Configurator will be in compressed archive. Extract it and launch Configurator.exe. After launch software language can be changed by clicking in the right bottom corner (Figure 10 Language selection). Configuration process begins by pressing on connected device (Figure 11 Device connected via USB). After connection to Configurator Status window will be displayed (Figure 12 Configurator Status window).

Figure 12 Configurator Status window

Various Status window tabs display information about GNSS, GSM, I/O, Maintenance and etc. FMB230 has one user editable profile, which can be loaded and saved to the device. After any modification of configuration the changes need to be saved to device using Save to device button. Main buttons offer following functionality:

1. Load from device – loads configuration from device.
2. Save to device – saves configuration to device.
3. Load from file – loads configuration from file.
4. Save to file – saves configuration to file.
5. Update firmware – updates firmware on device.
6. Read records – reads records from the device.
7. Reboot device – restarts device.
8. Reset configuration – sets device configuration to default.

Most important configurator section is GPRS – where all your server and GPRS settings can be configured and Data Acquisition – where data acquiring parameters can be configured. More details about FMB230 configuration using Configurator can be found in our Wiki.

Quick SMS configuration

Default configuration has optimal parameters present to ensure best performance of track quality and data usage.
Quickly set up your device by sending this SMS command to it.
Note: Before SMS text, two space symbols should be inserted.

GPRS settings:

• 2001 – APN
•  2002 – APN username (if there are no APN username, empty field should be left)
• 2003 – APN password (if there are no APN password, empty field should be left)

Server settings:

• 2004 – Domain
• 2005 – Port
• 2006 – Data sending protocol (0 – TCP, 1 – UDP)

Default configuration settings Movement and ignition detection:

• Vehicle movement will be detected by accelerometer
• Ignition will be detected by vehicle power voltage between 13,2 – 30 V

Device makes a record On Moving if one of these events happen:

• 300 seconds passes
• Vehicle drives 100 meters
• Vehicle turns 10 degrees
• Speed difference between last coordinate and current position is greater than 10 km/h

Device makes a record On Stop if:

• 1 hour passes while vehicle is stationary and ignition is off

Records sending to server:

• If device has made a record it is sent to the server every 120 seconds

After successful SMS configuration, FMB230 device will synchronize time and update records to configured server. Time intervals and default I/O elements can be changed by using Teltonika Configurator or SMS parameters.

Mounting recommendations with a standard cable

• Connecting wires
  •  Wires should be connected while the module is not plugged in.
  •  Wires should be fastened to stable wires or other non-moving parts. Any heat emitting and/or moving objects should be kept away from the wires.
  •  There should be no exposed wires. If factory isolation was removed while connecting the wires, the isolation material should be applied.
  •  If the wires are placed in the exterior or in places where they can be damaged or exposed to heat, humidity, dirt, etc., additional isolation should be applied and the wires should not be loose.
  •  Wires cannot be connected to the board computers or control units.
• Connecting power source
  •  Be sure that after the car computer goes to sleep mode, power might be still available on the power wires. Depending on the car model, this may happen in 5 to 30 minutes period.
  • When the module is connected, measure the voltage again to make sure it did not decrease.
  •  It is recommended to connect to the main power cable in the fuse box.
  •  3 A, 125 V external fuse shall be used.
• Connecting ignition wire
  • Be sure to check if it is a real ignition wire i. e. power does not disappear after starting the engine.
  •  Check if this is not an ACC wire (when key is in the first position, most of the vehicle electronics are available).
  • Check if power is still available when you turn off any of vehicles devices.
  •  Ignition is connected to the ignition relay output. As alternative, any other relay, which has power output when ignition is on, may be chosen.
• Connecting ground wire
  •  Ground wire is connected to the vehicle frame or metal parts that are fixed to the frame.
  •  If the wire is fixed with the bolt, the loop must be connected to the end of the wire.
  •  For better contact scrub paint from the spot where loop is going to be connected.

Mounting recommendations with U-type cable

• Device fastening
  •  Locate the battery in your vehicle. If present remove the battery cover to access the battery.
  •  You can use a double-sided tape to attach the device on the battery as well as a fastening straps to mount it anywhere next to the battery. Please make sure, that the GNSS antenna and LEDs indicators are facing up Figure 13.
•  Connecting power wire
  •  Device power wire is designed to be directly connected to the positive terminal fastener of the vehicle battery
• Connecting ground wire
  •  Device ground wire is designed to be directly connected to the negative terminal fastener of the vehicle battery.

LED indications

Table 3 Navigation LED indications

mode
Blinking fast constantly| Device firmware is being flashed

Table 4 Status LED indications

Characteristics Basic characteristics

Table 5 Basic characteristics

MODULE

Name| Teltonika TM2500
Technology| GSM/GPRS/GNSS/BLUETOOTH
GNSS
GNSS| GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU, QZSS, AGPS
Receiver| Tracking: 33
Tracking sensitivity| -165 dBM
Position Accuracy| < 2.5 CEP
Velocity Accuracy| < 0.1 m/s (within +/- 15% error)
Hot start| < 1 s
Warm start| < 25 s
Cold start| < 35 s
CELLULAR
Technology| GSM
2G bands| Quad-band 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz
Data transfer| GPRS Multi-Slot Class 12 (up to 240 kbps), GPRS Mobile Station Class B
Data support| SMS (text/data)
POWER

Input voltage range| 10-30 V DC with overvoltage protection
Back-up battery| 170 mAh Li-Ion battery 3.7 V (0.63 Wh)
Internal fuse| 3A, 125 V
Power consumption| At 12V < 2.5 mA (Ultra Deep Sleep)
At 12V < 5 mA (Deep Sleep)
At 12V < 5.5 mA (Online Deep Sleep)
At 12V < 18,5 mA (GPS Sleep)
At 12V < 34 mA (nominal with no load) At 12V < 2.0 A Max. (with full Load/Peak)
BLUETOOTH
Specification| 4.0 + LE
Supported peripherals| Temperature and Humidity sensor, Headset, OBDII dongle, Inateck Barcode Scanner, Universal BLE sensors support
INTERFACE
Digital Inputs| 3
Negative Inputs 1| 1 (Digital Input 2)
Impulse Inputs| 2 (Digital Input 1, Digital Input 2)
Digital Outputs| 3
Analog Inputs| 2
CAN Adapter inputs| 1
1-Wire| 1
GNSS antenna| Internal High Gain
GSM antenna| Internal High Gain
USB| 2.0 Micro-USB
LED indication| 2 status LED lights
SIM| Micro-SIM + eSIM
Memory| 128MB internal flash memory
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION
Dimensions| 70,5 x 67,0 x 25,6 mm (L x W x H) 85,0 x 67,0 x 25,6 mm (L x W x H) (length with connector socket)
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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Operating temperature (without battery)| -40 °C to +85 °C
Storage temperature (without battery)| -40 °C to +85 °C
Operating temperature (with battery)| -20 °C to +40 °C
Storage temperature (with battery)| -20 °C to +45 °C
Operating humidity| 5% to 95% non-condensing
Ingress Protection Rating| IP67
Battery charge temperature| 0 °C to +45 °C
Battery discharge temperature| -20 °C to +60 °C
Battery storage temperature| -20 °C to +45 °C for 1 month
-20 °C to +35 °C for 6 months
FEATURES
Sensors| Accelerometer
Scenarios| Green Driving, Over Speeding detection, Jamming detection, GNSS Fuel Counter, DOUT Control Via Call, Excessive Idling detection, Immobilizer, iButton Read Notification, Unplug detection, Towing detection, Crash detection, Auto Geofence, Manual Geofence, Trip
Sleep modes| GPS Sleep, Online Deep Sleep, Deep Sleep, Ultra Deep Sleep
Configuration and firmware update| FOTA Web, FOTA, Teltonika Configurator (USB, Bluetooth), FMBT mobile application (Configuration)
SMS| Configuration, Events, DOUT control, Debug
GPRS commands| Configuration, DOUT control, Debug
Time Synchronization| GPS, NITZ, NTP
Fuel monitoring| LLS (Analog), LV-CAN200, ALL-CAN300, OBDII dongle , CAN-CONTROL, OBDII dongle

Electrical characteristics

Table 6 Electrical characteristics

SUPPLY VOLTAGE
Supply Voltage (Recommended Operating Conditions)| +10| | +30| V
DIGITAL OUTPUT (OPEN DRAIN GRADE)
Drain current (Digital Output OFF)| | | 120| µA
Drain current (Digital Output ON, Recommended Operating Conditions)| | 0.1| 0.5| A
Static Drain-Source resistance (Digital Output ON)| | 400| 600| mΩ
DIGITAL INPUT
Input resistance (DIN1)| 47| | | kΩ
Input resistance (DIN2)| 38.45| | | kΩ
Input resistance (DIN3)| 150| | | kΩ
Input voltage (Recommended Operating Conditions)| 0| | Supply voltage| V
Input Voltage threshold (DIN1)| | 7.5| | V
Input Voltage threshold (DIN2)| | 2.5| | V
Input Voltage threshold (DIN3)| | 2.5| | V
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ANALOG INPUT
Input voltage (Recommended Operating Conditions), Range 1| 0| | +10| V
Input resistance, Range 1| | 38.45| | kΩ
Measurement error on 12V, Range 1| | 0.9| | %
Additional error on 12 V, Range 1| | 108| | mV
Measurement error on 30 V, Range 1| | 0.33| | %
Additional error on 30 V, Range 1| | 88| | mV
Input Voltage (Recommended Operating Conditions), Range 2| 0| | +30| V
Input resistance, Range 2| | 150| | kΩ
Measurement error on 12 V, Range 2| | 0.9| | %
Additional error on 12 V, Range 2| | 108| | mV
Measurement error on 30 V, Range 2| | 0.33| | %
Additional error on 30 V, Range 2| | 88| | mV
OUTPUT SUPPLY VOLTAGE 1-WIRE
Supply voltage| +4.5| | +4.7| V
Output inner resistance| | 7| | Ω
Output current (Uout > 3.0 V)| | 30| | mA
Short circuit current (Uout = 0)| | 75| | mA
NEGATIVE INPUT
Input resistance| 38.45| | | kΩ
Input voltage (Recommended Operating Conditions)| 0| | Supply voltage| V
Input voltage threshold| | 0.5| | V
Sink current| | | 180| nA

Safety information

This message contains information on how to operate FMB230 safely. By following these requirements and recommendations, you will avoid dangerous situations. You must read these instructions carefully and follow them strictly before operating the device!

• The device uses SELV limited power source. The nominal voltage is
  + 12 V DC. The allowed voltage range is +10..+30 V DC.

• To avoid mechanical damage, it is advised to transport the device in an impact-proof package. Before usage, the device should be placed so that its LED indicators are visible. They show the status of device operation.

• When connecting the 2×6 connector wires to the vehicle, the appropriate jumpers of the vehicle power supply should be disconnected.

• Before unmounting the device from the vehicle, the 2×6 connector must be disconnected. The device is designed to be mounted in a zone of limited access, which is inaccessible to the operator. All related devices must meet the requirements of EN 62368-1 standard. The device FMB230 is not designed as a navigational device for boats.

• Do not disassemble the device. If the device is damaged, the power supply cables are not isolated or  the isolation is damaged, DO NOT touch the device before unplugging the power supply.

• All wireless data transferring devices produce interference that may affect other devices which are placed nearby.

• The device must be connected only by qualified personnel.

• The device must be firmly fastened in a predefined location.

• The programming must be performed using a PC with autonomic power supply.

• Installation and/or handling during a lightning storm is prohibited.

• The device is susceptible to water and humidity.

• CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

• Battery should not be disposed of with general household waste. Bring damaged or worn-out batteries to your local recycling center or dispose them to battery recycle bin found in stores.

Certification and Approvals

This sign on the package means that it is necessary to read the User‘s Manual before your start using the device. Full User‘s Manual version can be found in our Wiki.
This sign on the package means that all used electronic and electric equipment should not be mixed with general household waste.

Warranty

TELTONIKA guarantees its products to be free of any manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months. With additional agreement we can agree on a different warranty period, for more detailed information please contact our sales manager.
Contact us teltonika.lt/company/contacts
All batteries carry a reduced 6 month warranty period.
If a product should fail within this specific warranty time, the product can be:

• Repaired
• Replaced with a new product
• Replaced with an equivalent repaired product fulfilling the same functionality
• TELTONIKA can also repair products that are out of warranty at an agreed cost.

Warranty Disclaimer
TELTONIKA PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED TO BE USED BY PERSONS WITH TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE. ANY OTHER USE RENDERS THE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXPRESSED HEREIN AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES NULL AND VOID AND SAME ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE ANY AND ALL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF USE OR REVENUE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE OR ANY OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS.
More information can be found at teltonika.lt/warranty- repair

References

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