RUPTELA FM-Plug4, User Manual

Page 1: ...FM Plug4 User Manual v2 2 2020 04 06 ...

Page 2: ...12 3 Technical Information 13 3 1 Indication LED Patterns 13 3 2 Device Pinout 13 3 3 Physical Characteristics 14 3 4 Technical Characteristics 14 3 4 1 Environmental Specifications 14 3 4 2 Electrical Specifications 14 3 4 3 Power Consumption 12 V DC 15 3 4 4 Connectivity 15 3 5 Interfaces 16 3 5 1 Power Supply 16 3 5 2 CAN Interface 16 3 5 3 K Line L Line 16 4 Device Preparation 17 4 1 Opening t...

Page 3: ...ice 26 6 4 Essential Settings 27 6 4 1 Server Settings 27 6 4 2 Backup Server 28 6 4 3 APN Settings 29 6 4 4 Engine Detection and Data Collection Settings 30 6 5 Advanced Configuration 31 6 6 Configuration via SMS Commands 31 6 7 Updating Firmware 32 6 7 1 File Extension 32 6 7 2 Updating Firmware Automatically 32 6 7 3 Updating Firmware Manually 33 6 7 4 Updating Firmware Over the air 33 7 Instal...

Page 4: ...a lt 1 2 Legal Information Copyright 2020 Ruptela All rights reserved Reproduction transfer distribution or storage of parts or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of Ruptela is prohibited Other products and company names mentioned in this document are trademarks or trade names of their respective owners 1 3 Contact Information General enquiries We...

Page 5: ...4 1 4 Document Changelog Version Date Modification 2 0 2019 11 18 Updated User manual structure and design 2 1 2019 12 17 Updated Configuration example images 2 2 2020 04 06 Added Backup Server ...

Page 6: ... configuration must be performed using a 2nd safety class computer with an autonomic power supply Make sure that the device is installed in a location where it will not be subjected to harsh environmental conditions for extended time periods Any installation and or handling during a lightning storm is prohibited Caution If an incorrect type of battery is used for replacement there is a high explos...

Page 7: ... for emphasis Italic text Used to indicate items that belong to a list and can be selected Note Used to highlight important information or special conditions Caution Used to mark actions that require caution when handling the product Warning Used to mark actions that may cause irreversible damage if performed incorrectly Tip Suggestions on how to proceed ...

Page 8: ... System GMT Greenwich Mean Time GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System GPRS General Packet Radio Service GPS Global Positioning System GSM Global System for Mobile Communications OBD On board Diagnostics LED Light Emitting Diode PCB Printed Circuit Board SMS Short Message Service TCP Transmission Control Protocol UDP User Datagram Protocol USB Universal Serial Bus VCOM Virtual Communication Port ...

Page 9: ...Device Center https doc ruptela lt display AB Device Center Advanced configuration manual https doc ruptela lt display AB FM Plug4 datasheet 2C manuals and peripherals Firmware and configurator files https doc ruptela lt pages viewpage action pageId 884795 Microsoft Framework https www microsoft com en us download details aspx id 17851 VCOM drivers https doc ruptela lt display AB Drivers and utili...

Page 10: ...using the OBD2 diagnostic port It acquires its position with a GNSS signal and transfers data to a server via cellular GSM and GPRS networks FM Plug4 comes in the following variations FM Plug4 the basic version FM Plug4 has an internal battery FM Plug4 FM Plug4 2 2 Device Overview OBD2 connector Microphone Micro USB interface Indication LED ...

Page 11: ...nd simple installation Vehicle location history mileage speed monitoring OBD data reading FM Plug4 only Vehicle towing detection Crash detection Driver behaviour monitoring speeding idling acceleration braking RPM FM Plug4 only ...

Page 12: ...is packed in a cardboard box The package contains the device itself and may contain a USB cable available as an optional accessory By default no SIM card is provided in the package SIM cards can be obtained from your local phone operator ...

Page 13: ...ards for wireless devices RoHS The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of electronic and electrical equipment WEEE The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is the European Community Directive set collection recycling and recovery targets for electrical goods and is part of a legislative initia...

Page 14: ... Accurate GSM GPRS connected Always on blinks twice every 4 seconds Link with the server is open Twice every 0 2 seconds No signal Sleep mode Once every 10 seconds The device is in sleep mode 3 2 Device Pinout Pin Description Pin Description 1 Vendor option 9 Vendor option 2 Not used 10 Not used 3 Not used 11 Not used 4 Ground 12 Vendor option 5 Signal ground 13 Vendor option 6 CAN High 14 CAN Low...

Page 15: ...o 60 C Storage 40 to 65 C Battery charging 0 to 45 C Battery discharging 20 to 60 C Battery storage 20 to 70 C Relative humidity 0 to 95 Non condensing 3 4 2 Electrical Specifications FM Plug4 FM Plug4 Power supply range 10 32 V DC Power supply voltage 12 24 V DC Maximum current rating 250 mA 12 V DC 350 mA 12 V DC Internal battery LiPo 3 7 V 190 mAh Protections Reverse polarity protection Electro...

Page 16: ... 4 4 Connectivity FM Plug4 FM Plug4 GSM Modem Quectel M95 Antenna Internal Quad band Frequency band GSM 850 900 1800 1900 MHz GNSS module Modem U blox EVA M8M Antenna Internal Positioning systems GPS GLONASS Galileo Augmentation systems QZSS SBAS WAAS GAGAN EGNOS MSAS Frequency 1575 42 MHz GPS GALILEO 1602 MHz GLONASS Tracking sensitivity 164 dBm Reacquisition sensitivity 160 dBm Cold start durati...

Page 17: ...Parameters Voltage range 10 32 V DC 3 5 2 CAN Interface Pins 6 CAN High 14 CAN Low Purpose To read OBD data from vehicle on board systems Applications OBD data and DTC reading 3 5 3 K Line L Line Pins 7 K Line 15 L Line Purpose To read OBD data from vehicle on board systems Applications OBD data and DTC reading ...

Page 18: ...sing Insert the screwdriver between the top and bottom parts of the housing and lift the top part up as shown in the image below The top of the housing should easily dismount from the holding pins Make sure that the device is powered off before opening it The use of inappropriate tools or excessive force may cause permanent damage to the device Avoid opening the device more times than required as ...

Page 19: ...wise the SIM card will not work with the device Use a non prepaid SIM card to ensure that the balance does not suddenly run out and cause connectivity issues 4 3 Closing the Device To close the device place the of top the housing on one side of the device as shown in the image below Then simply push the other side down until you hear a clicking sound and the housing is closed ...

Page 20: ...able to the micro USB port as shown in the image below The cable can be connected in only one way Connect the other end to your computer The device can be configured when powered via USB using an external power supply for configuration is optional ...

Page 21: ...llation Procedure Follow these steps to install the VCOM drivers 1 Uninstall any previous VCOM drivers Windows 7 Start Settings Control Panel Add or remove programs Windows 8 Start Settings Control Panel Programs Programs and Features Windows 10 Start Settings Apps Apps features 2 Extract the downloaded driver archive to your desired location Launch the appropriate installation file for your opera...

Page 22: ...n existing configuration file Send a configuration file to your device Load an existing configuration file from your device Update the device firmware Download the Device Center from our documentation website doc ruptela lt You can also find a detailed description of the Device Center in the User manual section Extract the downloaded archive to your desired location Launch DeviceCenter exe ...

Page 23: ...ing the Configuration After launching the Device Center click Configure device in the start menu If the VCOM drivers are installed you will be directed to the configuration type selection menu Click Connect device ...

Page 24: ...23 Select your device in the device selection menu by clicking on it ...

Page 25: ...utton opens the advanced configurator 2 Device info displays information about the connected device 3 An information icon opens the Device Center user manual 4 Language switcher switches the language to English Spanish restart required 5 A configuration load save button bar used to load save configuration files 6 Device settings grouped by functionalities ...

Page 26: ... 6 3 1 File Extension Configuration file extension for FM Plug4 devices fo4c Configuration files can easily be recognized by their own icon 6 3 2 Loading a Configuration from a File Click Load from file in the button bar Locate your configuration file and click Open You can also load a configuration file by dragging and dropping the file into the Device Center Loading a configuration from a file w...

Page 27: ...e Loading a configuration from a device will discard any changes to the existing configuration 6 3 5 Saving a Configuration to a Device Click Save to device in the button bar The configuration will be saved to the connected device Saving a configuration to a device will overwrite the existing configuration in the device without any confirmation ...

Page 28: ...settings are already entered IP Domain name The IP address of the server You may enter a numerical address or a domain name Default value 92 62 134 34 TrustTrack server Port The port of the server Default value 9015 TrustTrack server TCP protocol Protocol The connection protocol Possible values UDP uses less data but is less reliable UDP does not check for lost packets or their order TCP uses more...

Page 29: ...ain name The IP address of the backup server You may enter a numerical address or a domain name Default value None Port The port of the server Default value 0 Copy all data If turned on a copy of all data will be sent to the backup server even if the main server is reachable If the main server is unreachable no data will be sent to any server Note Copying data will double the data consumption Defa...

Page 30: ...They must be provided by your SIM card provider Name The APN name This parameter is mandatory for most SIM cards Consult with your SIM card provider for more information Username The APN username This parameter is optional Password The APN password This parameter is optional ...

Page 31: ...ovement is detected Power voltage the power voltage is used for detection Custom configure your own engine detection conditions More info Device Center User Manual Default value Movement Sensor Location update rate How often the device updates its location This controls how often data is collected and sent Possible values High at least twice a minute when driving Average at least once a minute whe...

Page 32: ...nced configurator is available at doc ruptela lt Close the advanced configurator to return to the Device Center If you change any settings that are only available in the advanced configurator you will not be able to use that configuration in the Device Center and will need to reset it The configuration saved to the device will not be affected 6 6 Configuration via SMS Commands Alternatively the de...

Page 33: ...le extension for FM Plug4 devices efwo4 6 7 2 Updating Firmware Automatically If the Device Center version is newer than the detected device firmware version it will suggest updating the firmware Click Update firmware to update the firmware If the firmware is not updated you will not be able to load and save configuration files from to the device This method does not require an internet connection...

Page 34: ...figurator menu Locate your firmware file and click Open The firmware update process will start 6 7 4 Updating Firmware Over the air The exact process of how to update firmware over the air depends on your fleet management software The following conditions must be met for the update to be successful The device must be connected to a power supply The device must be connected to a GSM GPRS network ...

Page 35: ...w There is only one way to plug the device in be careful not to damage the pins 7 1 Installation Check up 1 Take several minutes to review the installation check that the device is connected properly 2 Turn on the vehicle ignition and wait for several minutes 3 Check that the required data is received by sending an SMS command or checking your fleet management platform 4 Finish up the installation...

Page 36: ... If lvl is lower than 10 the GSM signal is weak and it is likely that there is no GSM connection GPRS The GPRS network status Possible values 0 no GPRS connection 1 the device is connected to GPRS In the previous example the GPRS value is 0 This would mean that the device is not connected to the GRPS network 7 2 2 getapn If the device is connected to GSM and GPRS networks but does not send any dat...

Page 37: ...elevant parameters and their values are described in the table below Datetime The current date and time in GMT sat The number of visible satellites At least 4 satellites must be visible to get an accurate GNSS signal hdop The current HDOP signal accuracy level If the HDOP level is above 3 5 the GNSS signal is inaccurate state The current GNSS state Possible values 1 GNSS module off 2 GNSS module o...