amberconnect ACT-300 Amber covert advance User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: amberconnect

Table of Contents

Know your device
Pinout
Wiring scheme
Set up your device
Mounting recommendations
LED indications
Characteristics
Electrical characteristics
Safety information
Certification and Approvals
Warranty
Warranty Disclaimer
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Quick Start Guide
ACT 300
Amber Covert T300
Advanced 3g Terminal

Install Your device
Download Amber Connect App
Activate the device

Know your device

Pinout

Pin number| Pin name|

Description

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1| VCC (10-30) V DC (+)| Power supply (+10-30 V DC).
2| DOUT 3| Digital output, channel 3. Open collector output. Max. 0,5 A DC.
3| DIN 3 / AIN 2| Analog input, channel 2. Input range: 0-30 V DC / Digital input, channel 3.
4| DIN 2-N / AIN 1| Digital input, channel 2, Negative input (ground sense), Analog input, channel 1, Input range: 0-30 VDC.
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).

Wiring scheme

Set up your device

How to insert the Micro-SIM card and connect the battery

Gently remove ACT 300 cover using a plastic pry tool from both sides.
Insert Micro-SIM card as shown with PIN request disabled or read our Wiki on how to enter it later in Amber Configurator. Make sure that the Micro-SIM card cut-off corner is pointing forward to the slot.
Connect battery as shown to a device. Position the battery in a place where it does not obstruct other components.
After configuration, see “PC Connection (Windows)”, attach device cover back.

Mounting recommendations

• 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 on 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 a 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 a 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 vehicles’ devices.
Ignition is connected to the ignition relay output. As an alternative, any other relay, which has power output when the 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.

LED indications

Navigation LED indications

Behavior|

Meaning

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Permanently switched on| GNSS signal is not received
Blinking every second| In normal mode, GNSS is working
Off| GNSS is turned off because the Device is not working or Device is in sleep mode
Blinking fast constantly| Device firmware is being flashed

Status LED indications

Behavior|

Meaning

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Blinking every second| Normal mode
Blinking every two seconds| Sleep mode
Blinking fast for a short time| Modem activity
Off| The device is not working or Device is in boot mode

Characteristics

Basic characteristics

Module

Name| ACT 300
Technology| 3G(UMTS/HSPA)/2G(GSM/GPRS)/GNSS/BLUETOOTH
GNSS

GNSS| GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BEIDOU, SBAS, QZSS, DGPS, AGPS
Receiver| 33 channel
Tracking sensitivity| -165 dBM
Accuracy| < 3 m
Hot start| < 1 s
Warm start| < 25 s
Cold start| < 35 s
Cellular

Technology| UMTS/HSPA
2G bands| UC15-A: B5/B8/B3/B2 UC15-T: B5/B8/B3/B2 UG96: B5/B8/B3/B2
3G bands| UC15-A: B5/B2 UC15-T: B5/B1 UG96: B6/B5/B8/B2/B1
Data transfer| UC15: HSDPA: Max. 3.6Mbps (DL) UMTS: Max. 384Kbps (DL)/Max.384Kbps (UL) GPRS: Max. 85.6Kbps (DL)/Max. 85.6Kbps (UL) UG96: HSUPA: Max. 5.76Mbps UMTS: Max. 384Kbps (DL)/Max.384Kbps (UL) GPRS: Max. 107Kbps (DL)/Max.85.6Kbps (UL)
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| 3 A, 125 V
Power consumption| At 12V < 6 mA (Ultra Deep Sleep) At 12V < 6.5 mA (Deep Sleep) At 12V < 7 mA (Online Deep Sleep) At 12V < 12 mA (GPS Sleep) At 12V < 38 mA (nominal)
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 (Digital input 2)
Digital Outputs| 3
Analog Inputs| 2
CAN interfaces| 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| 65 x 56.6 x 20.6 mm (L x W x H)
Weight| 55 g
Operating environment

-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, Ground Sense
Sleep modes| GPS Sleep, Online Deep Sleep, Deep Sleep, Ultra Deep Sleep
Configuration and firmware update| FOTA Web, FOTA, Amber 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, CAN- CONTROL, OBDII dongle
Ignition detection| Digital Input 1, Accelerometer, External Power Voltage, Engine RPM (CAN Adapters, OBDII dongle)

Electrical characteristics

Characteristic description	Value
Min.	Typ.

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
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 ACT 300 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 the device’s 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 60950-1 standard. The device ACT 300 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.
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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 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 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 a battery recycle bins found in stores.

Certification and Approvals

ACT 300 CE / RED
ACT 300 E-Mark
ACT 300 EAC
ACT 300 RoHS
ACT 300 REACH
ACT 300 Declaration of IMEI assignment

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.
Hereby, Amber declares under our sole responsibility that the above- described product is in conformity with the relevant Community harmonization: European Directive 2014/53/EU (RED).

Warranty

Amber guarantees its products to be free of any manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months. With the additional agreement we can agree on a different warranty period, for more detailed information please contact our sales manager.
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
Amber can also repair products that are out of warranty at an agreed cost.

Warranty Disclaimer

Amber 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 the 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.

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