Bosch LTE65 User manual

Telemetry System LTE65
Manual
Version 1.2 26/08/2020

Content
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Content
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 System Overview and Limitations.................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.2 Software Installation............................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Part List..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Annual Data Plans ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.5 System Limitations............................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.6 Frequencies and Output Power ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Hardware Details ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1 Device Pinout and Connector.......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 Recommended Antennas.................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.3 Mounting and Environmental Considerations .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Drawings .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
3 Installation....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Power Supply and Voltage ............................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Car Specific Antennas ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Pit Stand Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Safety Notices ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
3.5 Antenna Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
3.6 Receiver Ethernet Connection ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.7 Reset Feature.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
4 Tools ................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.1 LED Status Lights .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
4.2 RaceCon ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
4.3 WDServer................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.4 WinDarab................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
5 Troubleshooting/FAQ..................................................................................................................................................... 20
6 Disposal............................................................................................................................................................................ 21
7 Drawings .......................................................................................................................................................................... 22
7.1 LTE65 Offer Drawing ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
7.2 Pit Stand Harness Drawing ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23
8 EC/EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................................. 24
9 Changelog........................................................................................................................................................................ 26

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1 Introduction
1.1 System Overview and Limitations
The LTE65 is a 4G-LTE based telemetry modem designed for real time telemetry data
transfer on racetrack. The combination of LTE65 with RaceConnect cloud provides a highly
flexible telemetry data distribution platform, where one transmitter can send to many re-
ceivers and many transmitters can send to one receiver. The usage of 4G-LTE cellular ser-
vice allows for Plug & Play operation with minimal setup. The transmitter communicates
to the data system in the car via RS232 serial or Ethernet and the receiver device is con-
nected to a computer via RS232 or Ethernet.
1.2 Software Installation
Please note that device configuration is done through the RaceConnect website. Only a
browser is needed:
– https://raceconnect.Bosch-Motorsport.com
This manual, additional resources and software installers are available on our website:
– www.bosch-motorsport.com
– WinDarab V7 – Data analysis software.
– WDServer – Telemetry server software.
– RaceCon – Device configuration software
– Bosch Motorsport Catalog
Run the installation executable files to install all programs on your computer. Software up-
dates for all tools are made available on the Bosch Motorsport website.

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1.3 Part List
LTE65-EU
Part Number Description
F02U.V02.932-01 Modem LTE65-EU + Racer Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V02.933-01 Modem LTE65-EU + Pro Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V02.934-01 Modem LTE65-EU + Pro-High Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V02.936-01 LTE65-EU Basic Kit Racer – GT:
2 Modems LTE65-EU
2 Racer Subscriptions (1 year)
Car Antenna
Pit Antenna
Pit Harness
F02U.V02.937-01 LTE65-EU Basic Kit Pro – GT:
2 Modems LTE65-EU
2 Pro Subscriptions (1 year)
Car Antenna
Pit Antenna
Pit Harness
F02U.00U.938-01 LTE65-EU Basic Kit Pro-High – GT:
2 Modems LTE65-EU
2 Pro-High Subscriptions (1 year)
Car Antenna
Pit Antenna
Pit Harness
F02U.V02.929-01 Racer Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V02.930-01 Pro Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V02.931-01 Pro-High Subscription (1 year)
LTE65-US
Part Number Description
F02U.V02.746-01 Modem LTE65-US (Subscription required, antenna not in-
cluded)
F02U.V0U.353-02 LTE65-US Basic Kit Racer – GT:
2 Modems LTE65-US
Car Antenna
Pit Antenna
Pit Harness
F02U.V0U.354-01 LTE65-US Basic Kit Pro – Open Wheel:
2 Modems LTE65-US
Car Antenna
Pit Antenna
Pit Harness
F02U.V0U.355-01 Racer Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V0U.357-01 Pro Subscription (1 year)
F02U.V0U.358-01 Pro-High Subscription (1 year)

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In general
Part Number Description
F02U.00U.054-01 Car Antenna - GT
F02U.00U.069-01 Car Antenna Package - Open Wheel
F02U.00U.070-01 Pitstand Antenna
F02U.V02.804-02 Pitstand Harness
1.4 Annual Data Plans
Each LTE65 device requires an annual subscription to be purchased. Transmitters, receivers
and spares all must have an annual subscription for use.
The plan must be renewed on a yearly basis. You will be notified by RaceConnect when
expiration of the subscription nears. Please contact your dealer to place an order for re-
newal.
1.5 System Limitations
The system has been validated with Bosch Motorsport loggers. Third party loggers using
RS232 at 19,200, 57,600, or 115,200 baud have been shown to function, but technical sup-
port is limited.
The system has been tested with computers running Windows 7 and 10 operating sys-
tems. Other operating systems may work but are not tested and technical support is lim-
ited.
Bosch Motorsport has validated 4G-LTE telemetry access at over 60 racetracks in the USA
and Europe. However, Bosch does not operate the LTE networks and cannot guarantee
performance. If you have queries about network access at a track, you plan to test on,
please request this information from an authorized Bosch Motorsport telemetry dealer.
1.6 Frequencies and Output Power
WCDMA LTE
Frequencies (MHz/Band) 850 (B5)
900 (B8)
2,100 (B1)
800 (B20)
1,800 (B3)
2,600 (B7)
Output Power Class 3 (0.25 W, 24 dBm) Class 3 (0.2 W, 23 dBm)

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2 Hardware Details
2.1 Device Pinout and Connector
Pin # Description
1 Battery positive
2 RS232_RX
3 Reset
4 RS232_TX
5 Battery negative
6 ETH_RX+
7 ETH_RX-
8 ETH_TX+
9 ETH_TX-
Mating Connector: ASDD606-09SN
2.2 Recommended Antennas
Antennas used with the LTE65 should be purchased from Bosch Motorsport or an Author-
ized dealer. FCC and CE certifications are conditional on the type of antenna used. Bosch
Motorsport has performed testing to select the antennas with the best efficiency for
motorsport applications.
Two different in car antennas and one pit stand antenna are available from Bosch
Motorsport, see also Car Specific Antennas [}7].
Recommended torque spec for the antenna connection: 4 in-lbs (0.45 Nm)
2.3 Mounting and Environmental Considerations
Operating Temperature ambient -30 to 65°C
Storage Temperature -30 to 85°C
Max Vibration MSD Vibration Profile 1*
Sealing Tightness IP67
*Vibration profile defined and available on the Bosch Motorsport Website.
2.4 Drawings
– A mechanical offer drawing is available in LTE65 Offer Drawing [}22].
– A pit box harness layout drawing and schematic is available in Pit Stand Harness
Drawing [}23].

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3 Installation
Mount the LTE65 transmitter device in the vehicle in a place that will remain relatively dry
and away from direct heat sources. The receiver device should be placed on the pit stand
in free air.
Tapped mounting holes are provided on the LTE65 transmitter device if you wish to hard-
mount the device in your vehicle. Please see the offer drawing in Appendix A for hole
thread size, depth, and placement.
Metal, carbon fiber panels, and heated windscreens negatively affect antenna perform-
ance.
3.1 Power Supply and Voltage
Min. Supply Voltage 8 V DC
Max. Supply Voltage 18 V DC
24 V operation possible on agreement
with customer
Internal Power Backup 30+ seconds
Power Consumption 6 W
3.2 Car Specific Antennas
3.2.1 GT Car
The GT car antenna available from Bosch Motorsport is a dual 4G MIMO antenna with 3G
fallback, both MIMO antennas are in the same housing.
Recommended torque spec for the antenna connection: 4 in-lbs (0.45 Nm)
Suggested installation locations shown in in the figure below.
Preferred Locations:
Secondary Locations:

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A picture of the GT style antenna is below for reference.
3.2.2 Prototype/Open Wheel
The Prototype/Open Wheel antenna available from Bosch Motorsport is sold with two an-
tennas in the box and both are used for one device.
Recommended torque spec for the antenna connection: 4 in-lbs (0.45 Nm)
Suggested installation locations shown in the figure below.
A picture of the Prototype/Open Wheel antenna is below for reference.

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3.3 Pit Stand Installation
The pit stand antenna available from Bosch Motorsport is a dual 4G MIMO antenna with
3G fallback, both MIMO antennas are in the same housing. This antenna should be in-
stalled in an open location not obstructed by carbon fiber or metal objects.
Pit stand harness specifications
Min Supply Voltage 8 V DC
Max Supply Voltage 18 V DC
Power Consumption 6 W
Power Mating Connector DTM06-2S
Power Mating Connector Pinout 1=Bat Pos, 2=Bat Neg
3.4 Safety Notices
CAUTION
Disconnect power before handling of the antenna.
CAUTION
Keep a minimum safety distance of 5 cm from the human body to
the antenna.
3.5 Antenna Installation
When installing antennas, ensure that you are not spinning the cable or antenna body rel-
ative to the LTE65. To tighten the SMA connection, only turn the collar of the cable or an-
tenna. Spinning the entire cable or antenna can lead to damage of the internal co-ax
cable of the LTE65 and reduced RF performance. It is also recommended to tighten the
SMA connections to 3 in-lbf (0.3 Nm). SMA specific torque wrenches are available from
many retailers.
3.6 Receiver Ethernet Connection
Note that an LTE65 receiver must be plugged directly into a computer and not into a
switch or router. USB to Ethernet adaptors are ok to use with the computer. When the
device is used as a receiver with an Ethernet connection it will act as a DHCP server and
assign an IP to the connected computer. The default configuration for LTE65 IP and DHCP
is 10.10.0.235/24 with a lease range from 10.10.0.65-69.
Static IP addresses are not recommended as the LTE65 receiver may not reliably detect
the IP of the connected laptop.

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3.7 Reset Feature
In the case of connectivity issues, the LTE65 has a reset strategy. First, the radio is reset
and if connectivity issues continue, the device will reset automatically.
The device has a power backup system that may keep the device powered for 30 to 90
seconds. This variation depends on the power output of the LTE radio, which is controlled
by the cell tower.
– Remove power from the device until the LEDs turn off (30 to 90 seconds)
– Device will power down, reapply power and the device will be reset
To utilize the reset pin (immediate reset):
– Remove power from pin 1 and connect pin 3 to ground
– Device will reset
– Disconnect pin 3 from ground and reapply power
To utilize the reset button on the pit stand harness (immediate reset):
– Remove power from the power connector (DTM Connector, VBATT)
– Press the reset button
– Device will reset
– Release the reset button and reapply power