ACTIA ACU6 Lite Machines User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: ACTIA

Table of Contents

ACTIA ACU6 Lite Machines
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
RF DESCRIPTION
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
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ACTIA ACU6 Lite Machines

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Product Information

Product Description: The ACU6 Lite Machines
( Product ID: 105560001) is a telematics product designed for off-highway applications. It is factory-fitted in machinery and features various external interfaces for wired communication. The product includes an embedded cellular LTE modem and a Bluetooth Low Energy transceiver. It also has a GNSS receiver for positioning. Additionally, there is an internal backup battery that activates when the external power source is lost.
Connectors : 1. 26-pin
JEA : Main connector 1.3 SIM: The product has an internal eSIM soldered to the PCB.

Power Supply:

External supply: The operating voltage range is 9-16 V, with a nominal voltage of 14.2 V. 1.4.2
Backup battery: The ACU6 Lite Machines can be operated without an external power source using an internal rechargeable battery pack. However, some functionality may be disabled in this mode.
Temperature Range: The operating temperature range is -40 to +75°C. RF

Description:

General:
In normal operation mode with an external power source, all technologies can be activated. When powered by the internal backup battery, only cellular and GNSS functionalities are available.

Cellular:
The ACU6 Lite Machines use an embedded CAT M & NB LTE modem.

Bands and Output Power: – GSM/GPRS/EDGE: 850/1800/1900 bands with maximum output power.
LTE CAT M1 LTE NB1/2: Bands include Bd12, Bd13, Bd28, Bd85 (700), Bd18, Bd19, Bd20, Bd26, Bd27 (800), Bd5 (850), Bd8 (900), Bd66 (AWS-3), Bd4 (AWS-1), Bd3 (1800), Bd2 & b25 (1900), and Bd1 (2100).
Bluetooth: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is supported.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

Ensure that the ACU6 Lite Machines are factory-fitted in the machinery as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
Connect the main connector (26-pin JEA) to the appropriate interface on the machinery.
If necessary, insert a SIM card into the internal eSIM slot.

Power Supply:

Connect an external power source with an operating voltage range of 9-16 V to power the ACU6 Lite Machines.
To operate without an external power source, ensure that the internal backup battery is charged. Note that some functionality may be disabled in this mode.

Temperature Range:
The ACU6 Lite Machines can operate within a temperature range of -40 to +75°C. Ensure that the ambient temperature does not exceed these limits.

RF Functionality:
In normal operation mode with an external power source, all RF technologies (cellular and GNSS) can be activated. When powered by the internal backup battery, only cellular and GNSS functionalities are available.

Cellular Communication:
The ACU6 Lite Machines use an embedded CAT M & NB LTE modem for cellular communication. Refer to the provided bands and output power information to ensure compatibility with the network in your region.

Bluetooth:
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is supported by the ACU6 Lite Machines. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to establish a Bluetooth connection with compatible devices.

Note : For detailed information on specific features, settings, and troubleshooting, refer to the complete ACU6 Lite Machines User Manual provided by ACTIA Group.

Revision history

Revi- sion| Date| Author(s)| Cause of changes| Updates
---|---|---|---|---
1.0| 2020-08-10| S. Alazawi| | First version – Draft
1.1| 2023-03-07| S. Alazawi| | GSM 900 removed
1.2| 2023-04-03| S. Alazawi| | Corrected safety distance
1.3| 2023-04-04| S. Alazawi| | Added warning text for ISED

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

GENERAL
105560001 is a telematics product for off-highway applications. It will be factory-fitted in the machinery. Different external interfaces are used for wired communication. It has an embedded cellular LTE modem and Bluetooth Low Energy transceiver. Positioning is made with a GNSS receiver.
There is also an internal backup battery that is used if the external power source is lost.

CONNECTORS

SIM
The product has an internal eSIM that is soldered to the PCB.

POWER SUPPLY

External supply
Operating voltage range: 9-16 V. Nominal 14.2 V

Backup battery
105560001 can also be operated without an external power source using an internal rechargeable battery pack. In this mode some functionality is disabled.

TEMPERATURE RANGE
Operating temperature range: -40 to +75 C

RF DESCRIPTION

GENERAL
105560001 supports different radio technologies:

Cellular
Bluetooth (BLE)
GNSS

When the product is in normal operation mode and powered by an external power source all technologies can be activated. When powered by the internal backup battery only cellular and GNSS can be activated.

CELLULAR
105560001 uses an embedded CAT M & NB LTE modem.

Bands and output power

Technology	Bands	Max. output power

GSM/GPRS/EDGE

| 850/1800/1900| Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) EGSM850

Class 1 (+30dBm ±2dB) for GSM1800 & GSM1900

Class E2 (+27dBm ± 3dB) for GSM 850

Class E2 (+26dBm +3 /-4dB) for GSM 1800 & GSM 1900 8-PSK

LTE CAT M1

| Bd12, Bd13, Bd28, Bd85 (700), Bd18, Bd19, Bd20, Bd26, Bd27 (800), Bd5 (850), Bd8 (900), Bd66 (AWS-3), Bd4 (AWS-1), Bd3 (1800). Bd2 & b25 (1900), Bd1 (2100)|

Class 5 (+20dBm ±2dB)

LTE NB1/2| Bd71 (600), Bd12, Bd13, Bd28, Bd85 (700), Bd18, Bd19, Bd20, Bd26 (800), Bd5 (850), Bd8 (900), Bd66 (AWS-3), Bd4 (AWS-1), Bd3 (1800). Bd2 & b25 (1900), Bd1 (2100)|

Class 5 (+20dBm ±2dB)

Output power class 1

GNSS

System	Band
GPS	L1
GLONASS	L1 FDMA
Galileo	L1
Beidou	B1

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAN CONNECTION
105560001 has a CAN interface for connection to CAN bus vehicles. CAN data can be sent and received.

POSITIONING INFORMATION
The product can send GNSS position data on the CAN bus. The GNSS data can be used by other ECUs in the vehicle, for instance, the navigation system.

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

INSTALLATION
The product is factory-fitted in vehicles. It is not possible to buy this product separately.

CABLE HARNESS
Wire insulation and tubing in cable harness shall comply with IEC 60332-1-2, IEC 60332-1-3, IEC 60332-2-2, or IEC/TS 60695-11-21.

SAFETY DISTANCE
The minimum safety distance for the device and the internal transmitting antennas is 7.5 cm.

MAINTENANCE
The status of the product can be read via diagnostic connections using special workshop tools. In addition, other ECUs monitor the communication from the product and in case of missing/invalid communication, the Central Electronic Module in the vehicle is alerted, and will display a warning to the driver.

Maintenance and replacement of the product can only be performed by certified workshops.

REGULATORY CERTIFICATIONS

USA (FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warnings and Notices

WARNING : The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by ACTIA Nordic AB could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

RF EXPOSURE WARNING:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 7.5 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

OEM Requirements
The following text should be printed in the user manual for vehicles in the US:

Type Approval USA

FCC ID : 2AGKK105560001
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTICE : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CANADA (ISED)

ISED Warnings and Notices
This device is compliant with the Radio-Electrical Standards for Radio Devices for Canadian Industry exempt from license. Operation is permitted under the following two conditions:

the device shall not produce any interference, and
the user of the device must accept any received radio electrical interference, even if the interference is likely to compromise its operation.

This radio transmitter 20839-105560001 has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

WARNING :
The ISED requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Actia Nordic AB could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

RF EXPOSURE WARNING :
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 7.5 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

OEM Requirements
Following text should be printed in the user manual for vehicles in Canada:

Type Approval Canada IC: 20839-105560001

This device contains license-exempt transmitters/receivers that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS standard(s)]. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.