TELTONIKA FTC881 Waterproof Tracker User Manual

FTC881
Special and small waterproof tracker
Quick Manual v1.4

KNOW YOUR DEVICE

PINOUT

SET UP YOUR DEVICE

HOW TO INSERT MICRO-SIM CARD AND CONNECT THE BATTERY

1. COVER REMOVAL
   You will receivyour device partly closed.

2. COVER REMOVAL
   Gently remove side cover.

3. SIM CARD INSER
   TInsert SIM card as shown. Make sure Nano-SIM card cut-off corner is pointing towards SIM slot.

4. BATTERY CONNECTION
   Battery is already connected, so after configuring device fully close casing.

5. DEVICE IS READY
   Device is ready to be mounted.

PC CONNECTION (WINDOWS)

1. Power-up FTC881 with DC voltage (10-90V) power supply using power wires. LEDs should start blinking.
2. Connect device to computer using Micro-USB cable and install USB driver, see “How to install USB drivers (Windows)1

1” Page 6, “How to install USB drivers”

HOW TO INSTALL USB DRIVERS (WINDOWS)

1. Please download COM port drivers from here 1.
2. Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.
3. Click Next in driver installation window.
4. In the following window click Install button.
5. Setup will continue installing the driver and eventually the confirmation window will appear. Click Finish to complete the setup.

1 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/images/d/d0/TeltonikaCOMDriver.zip

CONFIGURATION (WINDOWS)

At first FTC881 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 tool1 (TCT).
1 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FTC881

MS .NET  REQUIREMENTS

Operating system| MS .NET
Framework version| Version| Links
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WindowsVista
Windows 7
Windows 8.1
Windows 10| MS .NET
Framework 4.6.2| 32 and 64 bit| www.microsoft.com1

1  dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet- framework/net462

Downloaded Telematics Configuration Tool (TCT) setup file will be in compressed archive, extract it and launch TelematicsConfigurationTool.Setup.exe
Once TCT is installed, launch it and you will see connected devices, press configure.After connection Device status window will be loaded with device, GNSS and Cellular information.Most important configurator section is GPRS – where all your server and GPRS settings can be configured and Data Acquisition – where data collecting parameters can be setu p. More details about FTC881 configuration using TCT can be fnd on our Wiki 1.
1  wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FTC881_Configuration

MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS

DEVICE FASTENING

• Locate the battery in your vehicle. If present remove the battery cover to access the battery.
• There is a double sided tape on the back of the device, use it to attach the device on the battery, so that the GNSS antenna and LEDs indicators are facing up.

CONNECTING POWER SOURCE

• Device power wire is designed to be directly connected to the positive terminal fastener of the vehicle battery.

CONNECTING GROUND WIRE

• Connect ground wire 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.
• Device ground wire is designed to be directly connected to the negative terminal fastener of the vehicle battery.

LED INDICATIONS

NAVIGATION LED INDICATIONS

mode
Blinking fast Constantly| Device firmware is being flashed

STATUS LED INDICATIONS

MODULE
Name| FTC881-QJAB0: Quectel EG915U-EU with AG3335
Technology| LTE CAT 1/GSM/GPRS/GNSS
GNSS
GNSS| GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU
Receiver| L1: 75 channel
Tracking sensitivity| -165 dBM
Position Accuracy| < 1.8 m CEP
Velocity Accuracy| < 0.1 m/s (within +/- 15% error)
Hot start| < 1 s
Warm start| < 24 s
CELLUAR
2G bands| GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8
4G bands| LTE FDD (CAT 1): B1/B3/B5/ B7/B8/B20/B28
Data transfer| LTE FDD (CAT 1): Max. 10 Mbps (DL) / Max. 5 Mbps (UL)
GSM (GPRS): Max. 85.6 Kbps (DL) /Max. 85.6 Kbps (UL)
Transmit power| Class 5 for GSM850/900: 30±5dBM
Class 3 for GSM1800/1900: 29±5dBM
Class 3 for LTE-FDD: 26±5dBM
Data support| SMS (TEXT, PDU), Network protocols (TCP, UDP)
POWER
Input voltage range| 10 – 90 V DC
Back-up battery| 320 mAh Li-Ion battery 3.7 V
Internal fuse| 3A
INTERFACE
GNSS antenna| Internal High Gain
GSM antenna| Internal High Gain
USB| 2.0 USB Type-C
LED indication| 2 status LED lights
SIM| Nano-SIM
Memory| 128MB internal flash memory
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATION
Dimensions| 118x48x18.5 mm (L x W x H)
Weight| 118 g
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Operating temperature (without battery)| -40 °C to +85 °C
Storage temperature (without battery)| -40 °C to +85 °C
Operating temperature (with battery)| 0 °C to +45 °C
Storage temperature (with battery)|
Operating humidity| 5% to 95% non-condensing
Ingress Protection Rating| IP69K
Battery charge temperature| -20 °C to +45 °C for 1 month
Battery storage temperature| -20 °C to +35 °C for 6 months
FEATURES
Sensors| Accelerometer
Scenarios| Over Speeding detection, Jamming detection, Unplug detection, Trip
Sleep modes| GPS Sleep, Online Deep Sleep, Deep  Sleep, Ultra Deep Sleep
Configuration and firmware update| FOTA Web, Teltonika Configurator (TCT)
Time Synchronization| GNSS, NTP
Ignition detection| Accelerometer, External Power Voltage

SAFETY INFORMATION

This message contains information on how to operate FTC881 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 a 10 V…90 V DC power supply. The nominal voltage is 12 V DC. The allowed range of voltage is 10 V…90 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.
• Before unmounting the device from vehicle, ignition MUST be OFF.

| 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.
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| 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 if the device housing is not properly closed
| 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.

WARRANTY

We guarantee our products 24-month warranty1 All batteries carry a 6-month warranty period.
Post-warranty repair service for products is not provided.
If a product stops operating 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
• Replaced with a different product fulfilling the same functionality in case of EOL for the original product

1  Additional agreement for an extended warranty period can be agreed upon separately.

WARRANTY DISCLAIMER

• Customers are only allowed to return products as a result of the product being defective, due to order assembly or manufacturing fault.
• Products are intended to be used by personnel with training and experience.
• Warranty does not cover defects or malfunctions caused by accidents, misuse, abuse, catastrophes, improper maintenance or inadequate installation – not following operating instructions (including failure to heed warnings) or use with equipment with which it is not intended to be used.
• Warranty does not apply to any consequential damages.
• Warranty is not applicable for supplementary product equipment (i. e. PSU, power cables, antennas) unless the accessory is defective on arrival.
• More information on what is RMA1

Quick Manual v1.4 // FTC881
 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/RMA_guidelines

References

• Download .NET Framework 4.6.2 | Free official downloads
• FTC881 Configuration - Wiki Knowledge Base | Teltonika GPS
• RMA guidelines - Wiki Knowledge Base | Teltonika GPS

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