Advantech VITA-350E User manual

VITA-350E
GPS, GPRS, DI/O, RS232
Automatic Vehicle Location
Device
User Manual

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Copyright
This document is copyrighted, © 2007. All rights are reserved. The origi-
nal manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the products
described in this manual at any time without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmit-
ted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of
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assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements upon the
rights of third parties that may result from such use.
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For more information on this and other Advantech products, please visit
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For technical support and service, please visit our support website at:
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This manual is for the VITA-350E.
Part No. 2006A35000 1st Edition,
Dec 2007

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Packing List
Before you begin installing your device, please make sure that the follow-
ing materials have been shipped:
• VITA-350E device
• 1 CD-ROM with User Manual, Advantech Utility
• 1 User Manual
• 1 GPS antenna
• 1 GPRS antenna
• 1 power cable
• 4 mounting screws
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or
sales representative immediately.
Model No. List Description
VITA-350E GPS, GPRS, DI/O and RS232

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根據交通部低功率管理辦法規定：
第十二條
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不
得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾
現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，
指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、
科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
FCC
This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the
FCC rules: Operation is subject to the following two condi-
tions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-
nications. Operation of this device in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his/her own
expense. The user is advised that any equipment changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regula-
tions and therefore, the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly
installed. Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the
battery. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batter-
ies according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Additional Information and Assistance
1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com where you can
find the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer
service center for technical support if you need additional assistance.
Please have the following information ready before you call:
• Product name and serial number
• Description of your peripheral attachments
• Description of your software (operating system, version, application
software, etc.)
• A complete description of the problem
• The exact wording of any error message

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ......................................................2
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 2
1.2 Features ............................................................................. 2
1.3 Quick Installation Guide ................................................... 2
1.4 GPS Antenna Installation.................................................. 3
1.5 GPRS Antenna Installation ............................................... 5
1.6 Specifications .................................................................... 6
1.6.1 GPRS Module Siemens Power Modes ........................... 6
1.6.2 GPS Specifications ......................................................... 6
1.6.3 GSM/GPRS Specifications of Siemens MC55 module7
1.6.4 Programmable Digital I/O .............................................. 7
1.6.5 Enviromental Specifications ........................................... 7
1.6.6 Serial Connectivity ......................................................... 8
1.6.7 LED Definition ........................................................ 8
1.7 System Dimensions ........................................................... 9
Figure 1.1:System Dimensions ....................................... 9
Chapter 2 Connector Table .............................................12
2.1 Connector Table .............................................................. 12
2.1.1 COM port connector (CN2).......................................... 12
2.1.2 GPS antenna connector (CN3)...................................... 13
2.1.3 SIM Holder (Subscriber Identification Module) (CN5) 14
2.1.4 GPRS antenna connector (CN6) ................................... 15
2.1.5 Battery Connector (CN9) ........................................ 16
2.1.6 GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) (CN11) ............ 17
2.1.7 Power Connectors (CN14)............................................ 18
2.1.8 Power Reset button (SW1) ........................................... 19
2.2 LED Definition ......................................................... 20
Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility.................................22
3.1 Overview ......................................................................... 22
3.1.1 Installation .................................................................... 22
3.1.2 PC System Requirements.............................................. 22
3.1.3 Installing M2M Utility.................................................. 23
3.1.4 How Does VITA-350E Work? ..................................... 23
3.2 Getting Started................................................................. 24
3.2.1 Command Page Tab...................................................... 27
3.2.2 Screen Emulator Tab .................................................... 28
3.2.3 Configuration Tab......................................................... 29
3.2.4 GPIO Setting Tab.......................................................... 33
3.2.5 Query GPS Tab............................................................. 34
3.2.6 Upgrade Firmware Tab................................................. 35

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3.2.7 Test Mode Tab .............................................................. 41
3.2.8 Data Format Tab ........................................................... 42
3.2.9 About Tab ..................................................................... 43
3.3 Format for Sending Packets ............................................ 43
Appendix A GPIO Definition .............................................50
A.1 GPIO Definition .............................................................. 50
A.2 GPIO DC Spec. ............................................................... 51
Appendix B Accessories ......................................................54
B.1 Power Cable .................................................................... 54
Appendix C Mechanical Drawing ......................................58
Figure C.1:VITA-350E Mechanical Drawinng ............ 59

1 Chapter 1 General Information
CHAPTER
1
General Information
This chapter gives background
information on the VITA-350E.
Sections include:
• Introduction
• Features
• Quick Installation Guide
• RF Antenna Installation
• Specifications
• System Dimensions

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Introduction
Advantech’s first M2M product - VITA-350E provides in-vehicle data
solutions while operating over GSM/GPRS networks for Fleet Manage-
ment. A 16-channel GPS module, 1 x RS232 and 10 x digital I/O ports
allow for advanced tracking and alarms.
1.2 Features
• Turnkey Solution
Compact Industrial hardware design with intelligent software capabili-
ties, making it a reliable Fleet Management solution.
• Versatile I/O Interfaces
10 GPIO, 1 x RS-232 serial port allows you to monitor and connect to
external devices.
• Embedded SDK for easy configuration
Equipped with Advantech’s easy-to-use M2M Utility, VITA-350E
offers easy management and integration for all devices.
• Wireless firmware updates
VITA-350E provides remote wireless upgrades over the air (OTA). No
need to re-set parameters on the local site, saving time and cost for
field maintenance.
1.3 Quick Installation Guide
Before you install, please check the below items:
1. Check if all the parts are included within the package.
2. Prepare a SIM card for GSM/GPRS communication (make sure the
GPRS function has been enabled). Use a mobile phone to confirm
that the PIN code has not been set and make sure the SIM card is
working properly.
3. Find a suitable place inside the vehicle for instalation.
4. Find a suitable place to install VITA-350E and point the external
GPS antenna toward the sky - not covered or shielded by any other-
object containing metallic material.

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5. Check if all the wiring has been connected correctly; connect the
AVL unit to the power source (12 or 24 VDC).
6. Check all LED indicators initially blink regularly to confirm VITA-
350E’s working status.
7. Attach VITA-350E with a wall mount kit or strong adhesive dou-
ble-sided tape and make sure VITA-350E will sustain vibration or
shock conditions.
1.4 GPS Antenna Installation
The antenna must be mounted so it is visible to the sky. The windshield
must be cleaned before the antenna is mounted. Ensure that tinted or any
metalic objects do not obscure the line of sight.
Step 1: Clean the inside of the windshield.
Step 2: Peel off the adhesive tape cover.

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Step 3: Push the antenna firmly into position.
Note:
1. Do not mount within the wiper movement arc area.
2. Do not mount on the tinted area as displayed below.

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3. The adhesive tape side is the active side and must face the sky.
4. Do not mount on the tinted area at the top of some widescreens as
these can contain metal content and may degrade the antenna
sensitivity.
5. Avoid running the antenna cable next to antenna cables from two
way radios, cell phones etc.
6. Do not lengthen/shorten the shielded antenna cable.
7. Route the shielded antenna cable through the ferrite core in order to
minimise radio frequency interference.
8. Take special care when plugging and unplugging the antenna
connector.
9. Take care not to place the antenna under a structure such as a metal
roof rack.
1.5 GPRS Antenna Installation
The windshield must be cleaned before the antenna is mounted and it
must be mounted vertically - not horizontally!
Note: Any 3rd party transmitting/receiving device can affect the
sensitivity and range of the RF.
1. Avoid running the antenna cable next to antenna cables from two
way radios, cell phones etc.
2. Do not strengthen/shorten the shielded antenna cable.
3. Take special care when plugging and unplugging the antenna
connector into the male/female connector.

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1.6 Specifications
1.6.1 GPRS Module Siemens Power Modes
Notes:
1) Power Control Level PCL 5
2) Power Control Level PCL 0
3) All average supply currrent values at IVDD =0mA
4) Test condition for the typical values: 50 Ωantenna
1.6.2 GPS Specifications
16 channel ANTARIS 4 positioning
Supports different serial protocols (NEMA, UBX, & RTCM)
Supports active antenna
Short antenna and open circuit
Power brown-out protection: No external reset hardware needed
Operating temperature range: -40 to 85°C
• Accuracy
Position 2.5m CEP35.0m SEP4
Position DGPS/SBAS2 2.0m CEP 3.0m SEP
Parameter DescriptionCondition Min Type Max Unit
I BATT+
Average
supply
current3)
Power Down Mode 50 100 µA
Sleep mode at DRX=2
@DRX=5
@DRX=9
4.3
3.0
2.5
mA
IDLE mode at DRX=2
EGSM 9001)4)
GSM 1800/19002)4)
15
15
15
mA
DATA mode GPRS,
(4 Rx, 1Tx) GSM 8501)4)
EGSM 9001)4)
GSM 1800/19002)4)
300
300
230
mA

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• Accuisition5_6
• Sensitivity7
Tracking -158 dBm
Acquisition & re-acquisition -148 dBm
Cold starts -142 dBm
1.6.3 GSM/GPRS Specifications of Siemens MC55
module
Tri-band MC55 EGSM900 /GSM1800/1900
GPRS multi-slot Class 10
GPRS mobile station Class B
Download: Max. 85.6 Kbps
Uplink: Max. 42.8 Kbps
Coding Scheme: CS1-4
Internet service: TCP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3
1.6.4 Programmable Digital I/O
Digit GPIO: 5 In / 5 Out
VIH: 2.64~3.3V (Input logic 1)
VIL: 0~0.66V (Input logic 0)
VOH: 3.2~3.3V (Output logic 1)
VOL: 0~0.4V (Output logic 0)
Maximum DC current: 5mA
1.6.5 Enviromental Specifications
Operating Temperature:
Storage Temperature:
GPS_Mode_(U
BX-CFG_Msg)
Fast
Acquisition
Mode
Normal
Mode
High
Sensitivity
Mode
Auto Mode
Cold Start 34s 36s 41s 34s
Warm Start 33s N/A N/A N/A
Hot Start <3.5s N/A N/A N/A
Re-acquisition <1s N/A N/A N/A

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Humidity: 5-85% RH
Vibration Test:
1.6.6 Serial Connectivity
1 RS-232 TX/RX up to 230Kbps
1.6.7 LED Definition
Green LED (Power Indicator)
LED Mode VITA-350E status
1 LED ON +12/+24 V power ON
2 LED OFF +12/+24 V power OFF
Red LED (GPS Indicator)
LED Mode VITA-350E status
1 LED 1s ON / 1s OFF 2D acquisition accomplishment
2 LED OFF
GPS signal searching
GPS not working
No GPS signal
Blue LED (GPRS Indicator)
LED Mode VITA-350E status
1 LED Permanently ON GPRS power down
2 LED 600ms ON/ 600ms OFF Limited Network Service: No SIM
inserted. No PIN installed. Network
search in progress. Ongoing user
authentication. Network login in
progress.
3 LED 75ms ON/ 75ms OFF/
75ms ON/ 3s OFF
GPRS network activated
4 LED 0.5s ON/ OFF depend-
ing on transmission activity
GPRS data transfer in progress. LED
goes ON within 1 sec after data pack-
ets were exchanged.
Orange LED (Error Indicator)
LED Mode VITA-350E status
1 LED ON Error status
2 LED OFF System OK

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1.7 System Dimensions
Figure 1.1: System Dimensions
GPS GPRS
RESET
GPIO
RS232
POWER
LED

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11 Chapter 2 Connector Table
CHAPTER
2
Connector Table
This chapter explains the setup
procedures of VITA-350E hardware,
including instructions on connecting
peripherals and indicators. Be sure to
read all safety precautions before you
begin the installation procedure.

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Chapter 2 Connector Table
2.1 Connector Table
2.1.1 COM port connector (CN2)
The VITA-350E provides one serial port (COM1: RS-232 TX/RX) via
one DB-9 connector (COM1). The pin assignments for the COM port
connector are in Appendix A.
CN2 COM1
Part
Number
1654000056
Footprint DBCOM-VM5MS
Description D-SUB CON. 9P 90D(M) DIP 070241MR009S200ZU
SUYIN
Pin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level
1NC
2RXD#IN +5V
3TXD#OUT +5V
4NC
5GND
6NC
7NC
8NC
9NC