TELTONIKA FMC234 Waterproof GPRS and GNSS Tracker User Manual

: June 1, 2024
: teltonika

TELTONIKA FMC234 Waterproof GPRS and GNSS Tracker

Specifications

Model: FMC234
Type: Waterproof GPRS/GNSS Tracker
Battery: High-capacity
IP Rating: IP67
Power Supply: 10-30 V DC
Output Channels: 3 (DOUT), 2 (DIN), 2 (AIN)

Know Your Device
The device has various components including a 2×6 socket, status LED, GNSS antenna, micro SIM slot, battery socket, and navigate LED. Refer to the pinout section for detailed information on each pin.

Wiring Scheme
Refer to the wiring scheme for connecting components like ignition detection, alarm button, fuel gauge, CAN-control, starter, analog LLS sensor, door sensor, power supply, central lock, buzzer, and iButton.

Set Up Your Device

Partly Closed Device: Upon receiving the device, it will be partly closed.
Cover Removal: Gently remove the top and bottom covers.
SIM Card Insert: Insert the SIM card with the cut-off corner pointing outward from the slot. Ensure PIN request is disabled or follow instructions on the Wiki for later configuration.
Battery Connection: Connect the battery to the device ensuring it does not obstruct other components.
Attaching Cover Back: After configuration, reattach the covers and press them firmly for full closure.
Completely Closed Device: Ensure the product casing is closed correctly for reliable protection with IP67 rating.

KNOW YOUR DEVICE

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PINOUT

PIN NUMBER PIN NAME

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WIRING SCHEME

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SET UP YOUR DEVICE

HOW TO INSERT MICRO-SIM CARD AND CONNECT THE BATTERY

PARTLY CLOSED DEVICE
You will receive your device partly closed.
COVER REMOVAL
Gently remove top and bottom covers.
SIM CARD INSERT
Insert SIM card as shown with PIN request disabled or read our Wiki1 how to enter it later in Teltonika Configurator2. Make sure that SIM card cut-off corner is pointing outward from slot. SIM slot 1 is closer to PCB, SIM slot 2 is the top one.
1 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC234_Security_info 2 wiki.teltonika- gps.com/view/Teltonika_Configurator $TELTONIKA-FMC234-Waterproof-GPRS-and- GNSS-Tracker-featured $5$$
BATTERY CONNECTION
Connect battery as shown to device. Position the battery in place where it does not obstruct other components.
ATTACHING COVER BACK
After configuration, see “PC Connection (Windows)1”, attach device top and bottom cover back and press them twice to the full closure.
1 Page 7, “PC Connection (Windows)
COMPLETELY CLOSED DEVICE
Make sure that product casing is closed correctly. $TELTONIKA-FMC234 -Waterproof-GPRS-and-GNSS-Tracker-featured $6$$

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)

Power-up FMC234 with DC voltage (10 – 30 V) power supply using supplied power cable. LED’s should start blinking, see “LED indications1”.
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)2”
- Using Bluetooth® wireless technology
- FMC234 Bluetooth® technology is enabled by default. Turn on Bluetooth® connection on your PC, then select Add Bluetooth or other device > Bluetooth. Choose your device named – “FMC234_last_7_imei_digits”, without LE in the end. Enter default password 5555, press Connect, and then select Done.
You are now ready to use the device on your computer.

HOW TO INSTALL USB DRIVERS (WINDOWS)

Please download COM port drivers from here1.
Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.
Click Next in driver installation window.
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

At first FMC234 device will have default factory settings set. These settings should be changed according to the users needs. Main configuration can be performed via Teltonika Configurator1 software. Get the latest Configurator version from here2. Configurator operates on Microsoft Windows OS and uses prerequisite MS .NET Framework. Make sure you have the correct version installed.

MS .NET REQUIREMENTS

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

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Downloaded Configurator will be in a compressed archive. Extract it and launch Configurator.exe. After launch software language can be changed by clicking ? in the right bottom corner.

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The configuration process begins by pressing on the connected device. $TELTONIKA-FMC234-Waterproof-GPRS-and-GNSS-Tracker-featured $9$$

After connection to Configurator Status window will be displayed.

Various Status window1 tabs display information about GNSS2, GSM3, I/O4, Maintenance5 and etc. FMC234 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 a device using Save to device button. Main buttons offer the following functionality: $TELTONIKA-FMC234-Waterproof-GPRS-and- GNSS-Tracker-featured $10$$

Most important configurator section is GPRS – where all your server and GPRS settings6 can be configured and Data Acquisition7 – where data acquiring parameters can be configured. More details about FMC234 configuration using Configurator can be found in our Wiki8.

QUICK SMS CONFIGURATION

The default configuration has optimal parameters present to ensure the best performance of track quality and data usage. Quickly set up your device by sending this SMS command to it: $TELTONIKA-FMC234-Waterproof-GPRS-and-GNSS- Tracker-featured $11$$

Note: Before SMS text, two space symbols should be inserted.

GPRS SETTINGS

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

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After successful SMS configuration, the FMC234 device will synchronize time and update records to the configured server. Time intervals and default I/O elements can be changed by using Teltonika Configurator1 or SMS parameters2.

MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS WITH A STANDARD CABLE

CONNECTING WIRES

Wires should be fastened to the other wires or non-moving parts. Try to avoid heat emitting and moving objects near the wires.
The connections should not be seen very clearly. If factory isolation was removed while connecting wires, it should be applied again.
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.
Wires cannot be connected to the board computers or control units.

CONNECTING POWER SOURCE

Be sure that after the car computer falls asleep, power is still available on the chosen wire. Depending on car, this may happen in 5 to 30-minute period.
When a 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.
Use 3A, 125V external fuse.

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 the vehicle devices.
The ignition is connected to the ignition relay output. As an alternative, any other relay, that has power output when ignition is on, may be chosen.

CONNECTING GROUND WIRE

The 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 the loop is going to be connected.

LED INDICATIONS

NAVIGATION LED INDICATIONS

STATUS LED INDICATIONS

BASIC CHARACTERISTICS

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OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

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ELECTRICAL

CHARACTERISTICS

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SAFETY INFORMATION

This message contains information on how to operate FMC234 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 FMC234 is not designed as a navigational device for boats.

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CERTIFICATION AND APPROVALS

DECLARATION OF IMEI ASSIGNMENT
The IMEI number is used by a GSM network to identify valid devices and therefore can be used for stopping a stolen phone from accessing that network. For example, if a mobile phone is stolen, the owner can call their network provider and instruct them to blacklist the phone using its IMEI number. This renders the phone useless on that network and sometimes other networks too, whether or not the phone’s subscriber identity module (SIM) is changed.

CHECK ALL CERTIFICATES
All newest certificates may be found in our Wiki2.
2 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC230Certification%26_Approvals

WARRANTY

We guarantee our products 24-month warranty1 period.
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

wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/RMA_guidelines