iRZ ion connect User manual

Navigation User Terminal
iON Connect
USER GUIDE

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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................... 4
1.1. Warnings and Recommendations ........................................................................................... 4
1.2. Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 5
1.3. Package Contents ............................................................................................................... 6
1.4. Device Overview ................................................................................................................ 7
1.4.1. Device Overview and Purpose ...................................................................................... 7
1.4.2. Navigation Terminal Functions .................................................................................... 7
1.4.3. The Tracking System Operation Diagram ........................................................................ 8
1.4.4. Navigation Terminal Connectors .................................................................................. 9
1.4.5. Navigation Terminal System ......................................................................................10
1.4.6. Terminal operating modes .........................................................................................10
1.5. Dimensional drawing .........................................................................................................16
2. DEVICE PREPARATION PROCEDURES ..................................................................................... 17
2.1. SIM card holder ................................................................................................................18
2.2. Indication .......................................................................................................................20
2.3. Terminal Vehicle Installation ...............................................................................................22
3. CONFIGURING the DEVICE USING the CONFIGURATOR UTILITY ................................................. 22
3.1. Drivers Installation ...........................................................................................................22
3.1.1. Installing Drivers on Windows XP ................................................................................22
3.1.2. Installing Drivers on Windows 7 ..................................................................................26
3.1.3. Installing Drivers on Windows 8 ..................................................................................30
3.2. Configurator overview ........................................................................................................37
3.3. Terminal Configuration ......................................................................................................39
3.3.1. “Server” Tab...........................................................................................................40

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3.3.2. “SIM Configuration” Tab ...........................................................................................41
3.3.3. “Track Points” Tab ...................................................................................................42
3.3.4. “Powersaving” Tab ..................................................................................................43
3.3.5. “Driving Style” Tab ..................................................................................................44
3.3.6. “Notifications” Tab .................................................................................................45
3.3.7. “Data Grouping” Tab ................................................................................................47
3.4. Service Configuration of the Terminal ...................................................................................48
3.4.1. Firmware Update .....................................................................................................48
3.4.2. Password Change.....................................................................................................49
3.4.3. Service Commands ...................................................................................................49
3.4.4. Working with the Configuration File ............................................................................49
TERMS AND ABBREVATIONS ......................................................................................................50

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1. Introduction
This document contains information on preparation procedures of the iON Connect navigation user ter-
minal for operation.
Version Date Prepared by Revisions
1.0 10.05.2016 Golovin V. Main document
1.1 15.07.2016 Golovin V. Added: Section 3.3.5 “Aggregation” Tab
Changes: Section 3.3.1 — adjustments of data (configuration app.)
1.2 23.09.2016 Golovin V. Changes: updated chapters with functions of the new configurator
(3, 3.1-3.4, 3.3.1-3.3.7), added 3.4.1-3.4.4 chapters
1.2.1 27.10.2016 Golovin V. Changes: current consumption parameters of “Mode 2” (1.4.6)
1.3 15.11.2016 Golovin V. Changes: updated chapters with functions of the configurator
(3.2, 3.3.1-3.3.7, 3.4)
1.3.1 22.11.2016 Golovin V. Changes: updated chapters with functions of the configurator
(3.2, 3.3.1, 3.3.3, 3.3.5, 3.4.1)
1.3.2 07.12.2016 Golovin V. Changes: corrections in chapter 3.4
1.3.3 09.06.2017 Golovin V. Changes: figure in chapter 1.4.3
1.1. Warnings and Recommendations
Before starting to use the device, please read the safety rules described in this section.
CAUTION! The device uses the cellular technology and can cause radio interference to medical and other
equipment. Thus, if you are in the area where use of cellular devices is not allowed, disable the controller.
CAUTION! The controller can cause interference to cardiac pacemaker or hearing aids. Switch off the device
in medical centres.
CAUTION! Switch off the device if you are in the area of blasting operations. The controller can cause inter-
ference when the operations are underway. Thus, follow the instructions and directions in such areas.

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1.2. Technical Specifications*
General Features
Navigation receiver GPS/GLONASS
Frequency bands GSM/GPRS 900/1800 MHz
Antennas built-in GPS/GLONASS antenna
External GPS/GLONASS antenna
built-in GSM antenna
Flash-memory 200,000 points
SIM card Micro SIM (or SIM chip**)
Built-in accelerometer Three-axis
Indicators 3 LEDs (GSM, GPS, operating mode)
Electrical Specifications
Supply voltage from 8 to 40 V
Current consumption in various modes
(at 12V power voltage), not exceeding
●100 mA (operating mode, the battery is charged)
●140 mA (operating mode, the battery is discharged)
●up to 10 mA (sleep mode)
Built-in Li-Pol battery Li-Pol, 150 mAh
Connectors and Interfaces
OBD-II connector Power supply from the onboard power system, connection detection.
MMCX connector Connection of an external GPS/GLONASS antenna
SIM holder SIM card may be inserted from outside.
Mini USB connector Connection to a PC for configuration
Physical Specifications
Dimensions 25 × 47 × 42 mm
Weight, maximum 60 g
Operating temperature from -30ºС to +80ºС
Features
Automatic detection and switching operation of external GPS/GLONASS antenna
OBD-II disconnection detection
* technical specifications are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice
** optional

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1.3. Package Contents
The delivery package of the iON Conenct user navigation terminal contains the following components*:
Indication Name Quantity
Navigation terminal 1 pcs
SIM card 1 pcs
Activation instructions 1 pcs
* the package collection and content are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice

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1.4. Device Overview
1.4.1. Device Overview and Purpose
iON Connect is a miniature monitoring device, designed for installation in vehicle’s OBD-II connector.
Since all modern vehicles are fitted with the connector, iON Connect can be quickly installed and configured
(for connector location in a vehicle, please contact your vehicle’s manufacturer). The device is designed to
collect, store and transmit data to a server for further processing. The navigation terminal receives location
and time data from the GPS/GLONASS satellites. The collected data is transmitted to the server over the GSM
network using the GPRS packet-switched service. Server-stored data can be accessed through the dispatching
software.
It is necessary to remember that iON Connect is one of the parts of the tracking system. The navigation
terminal itself is responsible for data acquisition and transmission from the surveillance object to the server
where the data is processed and provided to an end user.
Overall, the tracking system enables you to complete a wide range of tasks:
●safety issues — vehicle travel data, operating disturbances, etc.;
●efficiency improvement — control of a vehicle use only in authorized operations, efficiency analysis
of the performed tasks;
●ensuring operation transparency — all data on vehicle travels, fuel consumption and other data is
transmitted to the server and available online.
●statistical data collection — in the process of vehicle operation an end user is provided with various
data which can simplify and even improve efficiency of performing tasks. Moreover, this data helps to make
calculations of different economy-related measurements.
1.4.2. Navigation Terminal Features
The iON Connect navigation terminal as the part of the tracking system has the following features:
●fixes the vehicle location (space coordinates) using GPS/GLONASS module;
●determines overload, direction change, turns using the built-in accelerometer;
●driving style assessment and violation control.

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1.4.3. The Tracking System Operation Diagram
GPS/GLONASS satellites
2G/3G base station Navigation terminal
Tracking system servers Web brouser
Internet
Internet
GSM/GPRS
User devices
Monitored object (vehicle)
location data
user commands
user commands, location data,
sensors data, etc.
location data,
sensors data, etc.
Fig. 1.1. The Tracking System Operation Diagram

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1.4.4. Navigation Terminal Connectors
iON Connect is a compact device in a plastic housing, that is power from a vehicle’s OBD-II connector.
It is fitted with internal battery, GPS/GLONASS and GSM antennas. It support connection of an external GPS/
GLONASS antenna via MMCX connector. Indication lights and SIM tray are fitted on the side of the casing. Mi-
cro USB connector for PC connection is fitted on the side of the device.
Navigation terminal connectors are shown in the figure:
Connector
OBD-II
Micro USB
Holder for
SIM card
GPS antenna
connector
Fig. 1.2. iON Connect navigation terminal view

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1.4.5. Navigation Terminal System
Navigation terminal structure diagram:
1.4.7. Terminal operating modes
The device has 5 operating modes, each designed for specific functionality and provided with possibility
to reduce their power consumption to a certain limit. Power saving is achieved by disabling of some func-
tional modules or their activation at long time periods
List of iON Connect available operating modes:
●«Main mode» — full-fledged operating mode with maximal power consumption;
●«Power-saving mode» — energy conservation mode, alternative name: «Mode 1»;
●«Sleep mode» — energy conservation mode, alternative name: «Mode 2»;
●«Deep Sleep mode» — energy conservation mode, alternative name: «Mode 3»;
●«Active mode» — fulld fledged operating mode with maximal power consumption.
GPS/GLONASS module
GSM module
Battery
Accelerometer
Indicators
Power supply
GPS/GLONASS antenna
GSM antenna
PC Flash memory
Processing
unit
USB
Satellites
GPS/GLONASS
GSM/GPRS
iON Connect
SIM card
MMCX
OBD-II
GPS/GLONASS antenna
GSM, SYS, GPS
Fig. 1.3. iON Connect navigation terminal structure diagram

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* the time may be set using the configurator
or PW#TW1 command
** the time may be set using the configurator
or PW#TW2 command
*** the time may be set using the configurator
or PW#TS1 command
**** the time may be set using the configurator
or PW#TS2 command
Notes:
Main mode
Mode 1 (power-saving mode)
Mode 2 (Sleep mode)
Mode 3 (deep sleep mode)
Switch
to Mode 2
Battery charge is depleted
to critical level
Switch to Mode 3
12 hours ****
12 hours **
24 hours**** 24 hours**** 24 hours****
4 hour*** 4 hour***
The terminal goes online for transmitting accumulated data and current GPS coordinates at set periods of time
(once per 60 minutes by default).
Vehicle movement is not registered. Terminal is powered from onboard network or built-in battery.
Vehicle movement is not registered. Terminal is powered from onboard network or built-in battery.
The terminal goes online to transmit current LBS coordinates at set periods of time (once per 24 hours by default).
The terminal is in maximum power-preservation mode. External power supply is absent.
15 min*
Vehicle movement is registered. Terminal is powered from onboard network or built-in battery.
Vehicle movement was not detected for a set amount of time (15 minutes by default).
Vehicle movement halt
Switch
to Mode 1
Fig. 1.4. iON Connect operation modes diagram

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Main mode
The terminal performs all of its function in real time; all of its electronic peripherals are enabled to pro-
vide complete functionality. In this mode, the device determines GPS and LBS coordinates and transmits them
to a server of web monitoring via GPRS channel.
Main mode current consumption:
Built-in battery status External power supply voltage
12 V 24 V
Charged max 90 mA max 50 mA
Discharged max 150 mA max 80 mA
“Main mode” is the only mode that is able to automatically switch to other operating modes for power
preservation. iON Connect is configured to switch to other modes in the following order:
“Main mode”;
“Power-saving mode” (Mode 1);
“Sleep mode” (Mode 2);
“Deep sleep mode” (Mode 3).
●List of peripheral modules continuously operating in “Main mode”:
●movement sensor — accelerometer for detecting acceleration during movement;
●internal memory (black box) — for recording of accumulated data;
●GPS module — for determining precise GPS coordinates;
●GSM module — for transmitting of the accumulated data to a monitoring server and determination of
LBS coordinates.
According to factory settings (by default), iON Conenct terminal operates in “Main mode” after detect-
ing external power supply above 9 V and launching its operating system. The terminal also switches to “Main
mode” after waking up from power-saving modes -
“Mode 1”, “Mode 2” and “Mode 3” (if the terminal was preconfigured to operate in the “Main mode”).
“Main mode” is set to be a default operating mode, but can be changed by PW#MODE command.
The terminal remains in “Main mode” until movement sensor detects movement, for example, when it is
fitted in the vehicle. Once the movement stops, the countdown starts (configured by PW#TW1 and PW#TW2
commands or via the configurator). The terminal will switch to a respective power-saving mode after the
countdown ends
(“Mode 1” or “Mode 2” depending on how much time have passed).
When operating in “Main mode”, iON Connect will switch from one power-saving mode to another in a
determined order regardless of power source (external source or internal battery).
Power-saving mode (Mode 1).
In “Power saving mode”, most of the terminal’s functions are performed in real time. However, only some
of its electronic peripherals are enabled continuously - others are only activated periodically. For example,
transmission of GPS and LBS coordinates via GPRS channel to a web-monitoring server is performed periodi-
cally, at time intervals set via configurator or PW#TS1 command. The interval is set to 15 minutes by default.
While the connection is disabled, the terminal saves accumulated data into the internal memory (black box)
for further transmission to a monitoring server.

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“Mode 1” current consumption:
Built-in battery status External power supply voltage
12 V 24 V
Charged max 40 mA max 20 mA
Discharged max 150 mA max 80 mA
List of periodically transmitted data in “Mode 1”:
●GPS coordinates;
●diagnostic data.
List of periodically received data in “Mode 1”:
●user commands.
List of peripheral modules continuously operating in “Mode 1”:
●movement sensor — accelerometer for detecting acceleration during movement;
●internal memory (black box) — recording of accumulated data;
●GPS module — determining precise GPS coordinates.
List of peripheral modules periodically operating in “Mode 1”:
●GSM module — determining LBS coordinates and transmitting them to a monitoring server.
In order to switch to “Power-saving mode”, it must be enabled by PW#EN1 command (enabled by default)
and 2 conditions must be subsequently met:
The terminal is at rest and movement sensor does not detect movement;
movement timeout set by PW#TW1 command (60 minutes by default). Motion timeout set by control
command PW#TW1 (60 minutes by default) has expired.
When setting timeout for switching to “Mode 1” via PW#TW1 command, make sure its value is less than
that of PW#TW2 command (for “Mode 2”). Otherwise the value will not be accepted and user will receive an
error message. Keep in mind, that timeout counter starts for both PW#TW1 and PW#TW2 commands simultane-
ously. In other words, these intervals are not summarized.
The terminal remains in “Power-saving mode” until one of the following events occurs:
●movement sensor sends alerts upon movement detection (in this case the terminal switches to “Main.
mode”);
●timeout for switching to next power-saving mode -”Sleep mode” (“Mode 2”) - expires (set with
PW#TW2 command);
●built-in battery charge depletes to a critical level (with external power disabled). In this case the
terminal switches to “Deep Sleep Mode” (“Mode 3”), i.e. the terminal automatically switched from
“Mode 1” to “Mode 3”, bypassing “Mode 2”. Switching do “Mode 2” can be forbidden with PW#EN2
command (allowed by default).
To manually switch the terminal to “Mode 1”, send PW#MODE=2 command. Keep in mind, that if switched
to “Mode 1” manually, the device will keep operating in this mode only. It will not switch to other modes ex-

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cept for “Mode 3”. The terminal always switches to “Mode 3” when the built-in battery charge is depleted to
a critical level.
If iON Connect switches to “Mode 1” automatically from the “Main mode”, it does so regardless of the
power source - external power or internal battery - the terminal will switch operating modes in the described
order to optimize power consumption.
“Sleep mode” (Mode 2).
In “Sleep mode”, iON Connect terminal ceases to perform most of its functions and all of its electronic pe-
ripherals, except for movement sensor, are disabled for increased energy conservation. At set periods of time
(set by the configurator or PW#TS2 control command), the terminal wakes up for transmitting LBS coordinates
via GPRS channel to monitoring server. By default, the period is set to 1440 minutes (24 hours). When con-
figuring this interval, keep in mind, that timeout counter starts for PW#TW1 and PW#TW2 simultaneously, in
other words, these intervals are not added up.
“Mode 2” current consumption:
Built-in battery status External power supply voltage
12 V 24 V
Charged max 30 mA max 20 mA
Discharged max 150 mA max 80 mA
List of periodically transmitted data in “Mode 2”:
●location LBS coordinates (no other data is transmitted).
List of “Mode 2” periodically received data:
●user commands.
List of peripheral modules continuously operating in “Mode 2”:
●movement sensor — accelerometer for detecting acceleration during movement and “wake-up”;
List of peripheral modules periodically operating in “Mode 2”:
●GSM module — for determining LBS coordinates to transmit them to a monitoring server.
The terminal switches to “Sleep mode” only if it is allowed by PW#EN2 command (allowed by default) and
the following 2 conditions are met consecutively:
the terminal is at rest and movement sensor does not detect movement;
movement timeout set by PW#TW1 command (60 minutes by default). Movement timeout set by con-
trol command PW#TW2 (720 minutes i.e. 12 hours by default), has expired.
The terminal remains in “Sleep mode” until one of the following events occurs:
●movement sensor sends alerts upon movement detection (in this case the terminal switches to “Main
mode”, if this mode has not already been set as operational);
●built-in battery charge is depleted to a critical level (with external power disabled); the terminal
switches to “Deep Sleep Mode” (“Mode 3”).
To manually switch the terminal to “Mode 2”, send PW#MODE=3 command. Keep in mind, that if switched
to “Mode 2” manually, the device will keep operating in this mode only. It will not switch to other modes ex-

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cept for “Mode 3”. Since the terminal always switches to “Mode 3” when the built-in battery charge is depleted
to a critical level.
“Deep Sleep Mode” (Mode 3).
In “Deep Sleep Mode”, the terminal disables all of its peripheral modules for maximal energy conserva-
tion. In this mode, the device is powered from the internal battery.
To automatically switch to “Mode 3”, two conditions must be met:
●external power supply must be disconnected or its voltage must be below 9 V;
●internal power voltage of built-in battery must drop to a critical level (set by the manufacturer).
The terminal cannot be switched to “Mode 3” by PW#MODE command.
It will remain in this mode until external supply is detected. The terminal periodically checks its pres-
ence. After receiving power supply with voltage over 9 V, t
he terminal “wakes up” and switches to mode previously set to it by PW#MODE command; built-in battery
will start charging up. No communication sessions are carried out in “Mode 3”.
Active mode.
In “Active mode”, the terminal performs all of its function in real time; all of its electronic peripherals are
enabled to provide complete functionality. In this mode, the device determines GPS and LBS coordinates and
transmits them to a server of web monitoring via GPRS channel.
“Active mode” is similar to “Main mode”, but has some distinctive differences. In this mode, the terminal
is fully functional for as long as internal or external power allows it. As opposed to “Main mode”, the terminal
cannot automatically switch to other power-saving modes (except for “Mode 3”).
Enable “Active mode” when continuous operation of the terminal is required or there is no need to con-
serve energy. With the exception of features listed above, list of peripheral modules, functions and energy
consumption of “Active mode” is identical to that of “Main mode”.
The only way to switch the terminal to “Active mode” is manually by PW#MODE=1 command.
If iON Connect was switched to “Mode 3” from “Active mode”, then, after external power supply over 9 V
has been connected, the device will switch to
“Active mode” and the built-in battery will start charging up.
The device is powered via OBD-II connector, which means it receives power even when the ignition is off.
It inadvisable to keep it in “Active mode” (in this mode, power-saving options are disabled), since it may lead
to depleting of the vehicle’s battery.

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1.5. Dimensional Drawing
47
25.6
41.8
24.3
Fig. 1.5. iON Connect navigation terminal dimensional drawing

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2. Device Preparation Procedures
This section contains information on the iON Connect navigation user terminal preparation and installa-
tion on a vehicle.
Before the device installation on a vehicle, it needs to be configured using the configuration manager
iON_Config.exe. The device can be configured during the mounting process, for example using a laptop
connected to the device via USB connector. For more details about the configurator, see Section 3.
Preliminary device preparation is as follows:
●SIM card installation (Section 2.1);
●setting parameters in the configurator.
Device installation:
●find OBD-II connector;
●connect the device to OBD-II connector.
The navigation terminal has an extended indication system (Section 2.2) helping to check operation of
various components.

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2.1. SIM Card Installation
iON Connect uses Micro SIM cards. The package contains special stickers to cover SIM holder tray from
dust and water.
To install the SIM card , follow the steps below:
Insert SIM card
into the holder tray
Cover the tray
with the special sticker
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1
Fig. 2.1. SIM Card Installation

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To eject SIM card, put a pin (or other thin object) into the special hole on the opposite side of the casing
and push the SIM card out.
To eject the SIM card, follow the steps below:
Remove or peel back
the sticker
Put a pin into the hole
on the opposite side
and push out the SIM card
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1
Fig. 2.2. SIM card ejection

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2.2. Indicators
iON Connect indication is situated on the face side, between external antenna connector and SIM card
tray. More detailed information on the indication system is shown in the chart:
Indicators GSM SYS GNSS
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Color red green blue
LED is off
Connection module is
off or indication is off
or the device is in the
hibernation mode
Device is off No signal from positioning
systems
On 0.1 sec Pause 0.1 sec
Loading (searching for
network)
On 0.1 sec Pause 0.5 sec
Searching for SIM card
On 0.5 sec Pause 0.5 sec
No network registration Registration in the GSM
network
Positioning system signal
received
On 1.5 sec Pause 0.5 sec
Registration in the GSM
network complete, waiting
for connection to the
server
LED is on
Registration in the GSM
network is complete,
device is connected to the
server
On 0.5 sec Pause 3.0 sec
Device is in
“hibernation mode No.1”
(LOW PWR 1)
On 0.5 sec Pause 10 sec
Device is in
“hibernation mode No.2”
(LOW PWR 2)
On 0.75 sec Pause 3.0 sec
Network registration
complete
On 0.5 sec Pause 0.05 sec
Transmitting data