TELTONIKA FMC234 Waterproof GNSS and GPRS Tracker User Manual

: June 17, 2024
: teltonika

TELTONIKA FMC234 Waterproof GNSS and GPRS Tracker

Specifications

Model: FMC234
Type: Waterproof GPRS/GNSS Tracker
Battery: High-capacity
IP Rating: IP67
Power Supply: 10-30 V DC

Product Usage Instructions

Know Your Device
Identify the different components of the device:

Top View: 2×6 Socket, Status LED, GNSS Antenna, Micro SIM Slot, Battery Socket, Navigate LED
Bottom View: Ground Pin (GND)

Pinout Information
Understand the pin configuration of the device for proper connections:

PIN NUMBER	PIN NAME	DESCRIPTION
1	VCC (10-30) V DC (+)	Power supply (10-30 V DC)

Wiring Scheme
Follow the wiring scheme for connecting various components like ignition detection, alarm buttons, fuel gauges, etc.

Set Up Your Device
Steps to insert the micro-SIM card and connect the battery:

You will receive your device partly closed.
Gently remove top and bottom covers.
Insert SIM card correctly with PIN request disabled.
Connect the battery ensuring it does not obstruct other components.
Attach the covers back after configuration.
Ensure the product casing is completely closed for IP67 protection.

PC Connection (Windows)
Instructions to connect the device to a Windows PC:

Download COM port drivers from the provided link.
Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How do I know if my device is properly closed for IP67 protection?
A: Make sure that the product casing corner clips are fixed tightly, and the cable is connected securely to maintain the IP67 protection level.
Q: Where can I find more information about configuring the device settings?
A: Refer to our Wiki1 for detailed instructions on device configuration using Teltonika Configurator2.

KNOW YOUR DEVICE

PINOUT

WIRING SCHEME

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 on how to enter it later in Teltonika Configurator2. Make sure that the SIM card cut-off corner is pointing outward from the slot. SIM slot 1 is closer to PCB, SIM slot 2 is the top one.
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC234_Security_info
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/Teltonika_Configurator
BATTERY CONNECTION
Connect the battery as shown to the device. Position the battery in a place where it does not obstruct other components.
ATTACHING COVER BACK
After configuration, see “PC Connection (Windows)1”, attach the device’s 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 the 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 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. LEDs should start blinking, see “LED indications1”.
Connect the device to the computer using a 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 the 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.
1 wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC234_LED_status
2 Page 6, “How to install USB drivers”

HOW TO INSTALL USB DRIVERS (WINDOWS)

Please download COM port drivers from here1.
Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.
Click Next in the driver installation window.
In the following window click the Install button.
Setup will continue installing the driver and eventually, the confirmation window will appear. Click Finish to complete the setup.

1 teltonika.lt/downloads/en/FMC234/TeltonikaCOMDriver.zip

CONFIGURATION

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

MS .NET REQUIREMENTS

www.microsoft.com1
1 dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet- framework/net462

The configuration process begins by pressing on the connected device.

After connection to Configurator Status window will be displayed.
Various Status window1 tabs display information about GNSS2, GSM3, I/O4, Maintenance5, 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 the device using the Save to Device button. Main buttons offer the following functionality:

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 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 usernames, an 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

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MOVEMENT AND IGNITION DETECTION:

DEVICE MAKES A RECORD ON STOP IF:
RECORDS SENDING TO SERVER:

DEVICE MAKES A RECORD ON MOVING IF ONE OF THESE EVENTS HAPPENS:

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

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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 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.
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 loop is going to be connected.

**LED INDICATIONS

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NAVIGATION LED INDICATIONS

STATUS LED INDICATIONS BASIC CHARACTERISTICS

wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC234_Features_settings
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC234_Sleep_modes

wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FOTA_WEB
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/Teltonika_Configurator
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teltonika-gps.com/products/trackers/can-obd-data/all-can300
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/How_to_connect_OBD_IIBluetooth Dongle_to_FMB_device
teltonika-gps.com/products/trackers/can-obd-data/can-control

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

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.
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 that 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 an autonomic power supply.
Installation and/or handling during a lightning storm is prohibited.
The device is susceptible to water and humidity.
Risk of explosion if the 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 of them to the 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 you start using the device. The full User‘s Manual version can be found in our Wiki1.
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/index.php?title=FMC234
Hereby, Teltonika declares under our sole responsibility that the above-described product conforms with the relevant Community harmonization: European Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).
The RoHS1 is a directive regulating the manufacture, import, and distribution of Electronics and Electrical Equipment (EEE) within the EU, which bans from use of 10 different hazardous materials (to date).
The standard aims to provide users with more detailed information than vague marketing terms such as waterproof.
This sign on the package means that all used electronic and electric equipment should not be mixed with general household waste.
E-Mark and e-Mark are the European conformity marks issued by the transport sector, indicating that the products comply with relevant laws and regulations or directives. Vehicles and related products need to go through the E-Mark certification process to be legally sold in Europe.
REACH addresses the production and use of chemical substances and their potential impacts on both human health and the environment. Its 849 pages took seven years to pass, and it has been described as the most complex legislation in the Union’s history and the most important in 20 years. It is the strictest law to date regulating chemical substances and will affect industries throughout the world.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by UAB Teltonika Telematics is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

DECLARATION OF IMEI ASSIGNMENT

The IMEI number is used by a GSM network to identify valid devices and therefore can be used to stop 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 the newest certificates may be found in our Wiki2.
wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMC230Certification%26_Approvals

WARRANTY

We guarantee our products a 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

Additional agreements 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.
The warranty does not apply to any consequential damages.
Warranty is not applicable for supplementary product equipment (e.g. PSU, power cables, antennas) unless the accessory is defective on arrival.
More information on what is RMA1

wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/RMA_guidelines