Bosch TDL140 User manual

TDL Freight Guard – TDL140
Operating Instructions

Table of contents
1. Introduction 3
2. Quick Start Guide 4
3. Mounting the Transport Data Logger TDL140 5
4. Package Contents 6
5. Technical Specifications 7
6. Management and Monitoring of Devices 8
7. Safety and Environment & Regulatory Notices 8
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1. Introduction
Transport Data Logger Freight Guard TDL140, is the solution
for bringing transparency into the whole supply chain. To pre-
vent concealed damages or misdirected shipments, internal
sensors enable a 24/7 condition monitoring for critical ship-
ments. TDL Freight Guard is your real time tool to track assets,
shipments and goods in transit for creating customer trust with
reliable information in every transportation mode. Reduce com-
plexity with the Bosch TDL Freight Guard End to End solution
by being active informed about the shipment status..
While transportation the device operates in sleep mode and
monitors the environmental conditions.
TDL Freight Guard - TDL140 is a self-sustainable unit, capable
of operating without the need for any physical connection or
external wiring.
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Reliable transparency for your supply chain

2. Quick Start Guide
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On/Off button
LED indicator
The TDL Freight Guard – TDL140 works immediately without any configuration or modification –
the device is preconfigured, SIM card and rechargeable battery are installed. Battery should
be charged for at least 5 hours prior to the first use.
CAUTION: Charger
Using the wrong charger could lead to insufficient charging status or electrical hazard
Only use the Bosch approved charger initially supplied with the device.
To turn the unit on, press the On/Off button. The LED will flash white three times
To check battery status, press the On/Off button. LED will switch on green for full battery
and red for battery under 95%.
To force communication to Cloud application press long the On/Off button until white
LED is switched On.:
1.The the LED will blink green until the unit successfully sends a message
(or 5 minutes have passed).
2.The LED will blink red until the unit successfully finds the GPS position
(or 5 minutes have passed).
The device uploadsall data automatically to TDL Cloud where you can manage and monitor
them (for further information see 6. Management and Monitoring of Devices).
To turn the unit off, press and hold (+10 seconds) the On/Off button until LED blinks. Device
will blink green (if the battery is fully charged) or red (if the battery is used) three times.
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3. Mounting the TDL
Freight Guard – TDL140
Before mounting please insert the TDL140 into the
mounting plate as seen below. Please be aware that
TDL140 unit can be correctly inserted into
the bracket part only in one specific position.
Hold the unit slightly tilted to slide it into the
bracket.
Then, push the unit further inside the bracket until
both parts fit together.
The TDL140 can be attached to any cargo in any
position required.
The fastening, depending on the specific require-
ments, can be carried out with screws or with
double-sided adhesive tape. In case shock shall be
measured a direct and non-absorbing connection
between the mounted TDL140 and the monitored
goods is required. For achieving this we recommend
using either screws or a fiber-reinforced adhesive
tape.
Recommended screws: M4 (recommended with washer)
raised cheese head / pan head / round head screws.
Recommended tightening torque: 1 Nm
Recommended tape: Double-sided fiber-reinforced
adhesive tape.
CAUTION: Check Housing
Do not use de device if you see any signs of
manipulation or damage in the housing. Please
contact Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions for more
information.
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4. Package Contents
Mounting plate for TDL Freight
Guard – TDL140
TDL Freight Guard –
TDL140 unit
TDL Freight Guard –
TDL140 charging cable
Recommended charger:
Input: 100-240 VAC
50/60Hz
Output: 5V - 2A
1 2 3
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5. Technical Specifications
DEVICE SPECIFICATION
Dimension 165 mm x 38 mm x 40 mm
Weight 216 g
Power supply Lithium-ion
3.7 V, 5200mAh
Battery Life 1 report every 1 hour: 30 days
1 report every 6 hours: 90 days
1 report every 24 hours: 300 days
Note: based on ambient temperature conditions (~25°C)
Location/Tracking GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Geofencing
Cellular location
Cellular communication 2G GSM/GPRS/EDGE
(850MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz)
3G UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA
(800 MHz, 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz)
Radio power Max. 33dBm for GSM/GPRS and 24dBm for UMTS/
HSPA
Message GPRS(TCP/IP over PPP)
Flight mode Automatic (non-hermetic packaging)
Firmware update FOTA
Enclosure protection class IP 64
Note: IP64 rating only when provided USB protection cap is
firmly closed and housing is not damaged..
Certifications CE, WEEE, RoHS, REACH
contains FCC ID: XPY1CGM5NNN
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OPERATING CONDITIONS
Operating Temperature Range -20°C to +60°C
Storage Temperature Range -20°C to +60°C
Shock Detection Range +/-24 g per axis
ACCURACY
Temperature +/- 1 °C
Shock +/- 20 %
6. Management and Monitoring of Devices
TDL Cloud is a web based fleet management application which allows you to monitor and
manage all your devices online.
Go to https://bosch-tdl.com. If you do not have an account, please use the Activation
code delivered with the TDL140 to create one.
Visit www.bosch-connectivity.com to get complete user manual for Cloud application.
7. Safety and Environment & Regulatory Notices
CAUTION: Lithium Battery!
The device contains a lithium battery. Handling the battery incorrectly could cause fire.
Read and follow the valid transportation regulations.
Do not replace the battery
CAUTION: Opening the Casing without Authorization!
Opening the casing without authorization will void any warranty and includes risks of
injury to the user.
Do not open the housing.
Do not repair the device yourself. If required, send it in to Bosch Connected
Devices and Solutions for repair.
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Disposal according to the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU
The unit, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental-friendly
recycling. Do not dispose of the device into household waste! According to the
European Guideline 2012/19/EU, electric and electronic devices that are no longer
usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally
correct manner.
EU Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions GmbH declares that the radio equipment
type TDL Freight Guard – TDL140 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equip-
ment Directive).
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
www.bosch-connectivity.com/tdl140
Operating the device in airplanes
TDL Freight Guard – TDL140 has a flight mode detection to suspend active communication
over the cellular network during flight. Validate that the used air carrier’s regulation allows
the unattended use of an activated TDL Freight Guard – TDL140 during transport.
Operating the device in countries out of the EU and USA
The TDL Freight Guard – TDL140 carries the CE mark and is certified for operation in the
European Union and it is authorized for operation in the USA according to FCC rules. For
countries out of the EU and USA the customer is responsible to validate that local legal regu-
lation allows the operation of the TDL Freight Guard – TDL140.
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Intended Use
The housing of the TDL140 is not to be opened or tampered with. The TDL140 is designed for
use within environmental conditions as further detailed in the technical specifications. Any
intent to use or operate the product under deviating environmental conditions must be sub-
jected to renewed validation and testing by the customer.
Neither the TDL140 nor a potential product derivation, are designed, intended, or authorized
for use as components in systems intended for surgical implant into the body, or other appli-
cations intended to support or sustain life, or for any other application in which the failure
of the Bosch product could create a situation where personal injury or death may occur. The
same applies for any kind of weapon, or any device or application which is potentially dangerous
to human life.
The TDL140 is designed for monitoring purposes and shall not be used as an element of
control and safety in machines under the scope of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions GmbH shall not be held liable for any damages
resulting from any use of the TDL140 outside/beyond the certified types of operation and/
or defined field of application.
Radiofrequency radiation exposure information: this equipment complies with the radiation
exposure limits prescribed for an uncontrolled environment for fixed and mobile use condi-
tions. This equipment is not designed as a portable cellular radio device and should be in-
stalled and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and the body of
the user or nearby persons.
FCC Compliance Statement:
The TDL140 contains a radio module with FCC ID XPY1CGM5NNN which is in conformity with
Part 15 C of the FCC rules.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital de-
vice, pursuant to part 15 B of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial en-
vironment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
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cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation. The user shall not modify the device. The grantee
is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance. Such modifications may void the FCC authorization to operate this
equipment.
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