PERSENTECH OttoView-CD Manual
OttoView™-CD User Manual
and Instruction Guide
Persen Technologies Inc. (PERSENTECH)
Suite 320- 123 Bannatyne Ave.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3B 0R3 Canada
Tel: (204) 237-5944 | Fax: (204) 480-8369
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.persentech.com
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Table of Contents
1Overview and Features....................................................................................................1
1.1 Device Features ......................................................................................................1
1.2 OttoView™-CD Kit....................................................................................................3
1.3 General Device Installation, Operation and Data Management Notes....................4
1.4 OBDII Vehicle Interface Connection-Installation .....................................................4
1.5 GPS Antenna-Receiver Connection-Installation .....................................................6
1.6 RFID Antenna and key fob Connection-Installation.................................................6
1.7 Memory Card Insertion and Operation ....................................................................8
1.8 Device Overview-Operational Check ......................................................................9
1.9 Device Mounting Location .......................................................................................9
1.10 OttoView™-CD Device Compliance Notes.............................................................10
2OttoView™- CD Specifications .......................................................................................11
2.1 General Specifications ..........................................................................................11
2.2 Cable Specifications..............................................................................................12
2.2.1 OBDII Cable ......................................................................................................12
2.2.2 GPS Antenna Cable ..........................................................................................13
2.2.3 RFID Antenna Cable .........................................................................................13
2.3 OBDII Specifications .............................................................................................14
2.4 GPS Receiver Specifications ................................................................................15
2.5 RFID Specifications...............................................................................................15
2.6 Memory Card Specifications .................................................................................16
2.7 Primary Data Log Specifications (OTL log file format) ..........................................16
2.8 CSV Data Log Overview (CSV exported file) ........................................................16
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2.8.1 CSV Data Log Summary File ............................................................................16
2.8.2 CSV Detailed Data Log File...............................................................................17
2.9 IPL Data Log Overview (IPL exported file) ............................................................18
2.10 KML Data Log Overview (KML exported file) ........................................................19
3Software Application Utility Operation............................................................................20
3.1 Configuration Utility ...............................................................................................20
3.2 OttoView Configuration Utility Software Installation and Operation.......................21
3.2.1 Main Summary Screen ......................................................................................21
3.2.2 Device Configuration Screen.............................................................................22
3.2.3 Tools Screen .....................................................................................................23
3.2.4 Export Screen....................................................................................................24
3.2.5 Help/Support Screen .........................................................................................25
3.3 Memory Card Specifications .................................................................................25
3.3.1 Memory Card Operation ....................................................................................26
3.3.2 New Memory Card Formatting ..........................................................................26
3.3.3 Using OttoView-CD with a Microsoft Vista® operating system..........................27
3.4 Troubleshooting Tips.............................................................................................28
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List of Figures
Figure 1: OttoView™ - CD device topology..............................................................................1
Figure 2: OttoView™-CD kit .....................................................................................................3
Figure 3: Mounting pad attached to unit (sample installation).................................................4
Figure 4: Location of the OBDII DLC (SAEJ1962F Type A)....................................................5
Figure 5: Plugging in the OBDII Plug into the socket ..............................................................5
Figure 6: Plugging in the RJ45 Plug into the device socket ....................................................5
Figure 7: Mounting the GPS antenna on the vehicle dash......................................................6
Figure 8: Plugging in the 6-pin min-DIN plug into the device socket.......................................6
Figure 9: Mounting the RFID antenna near the vehicle ignition switch ...................................7
Figure 10: Connecting the RCA extension cable and connecting the RCA-M to the device ...7
Figure 11: OttoView™-CVS41device with Memory Card.........................................................8
Figure 12: OttoView™-CD device with all LEDs illuminated when the device is fully
operational ..............................................................................................................................9
Figure 13: OttoView™-CD device installation with all cabling..................................................9
Figure 14: OttoView™-CD interfaces- RFID antenna, GPS antenna, OBDII vehicle
connection.............................................................................................................................11
Figure 15: OttoView™-CD interfaces- SD memory Card and LEDs ......................................12
Figure 16: OttoView™-CD OBDII Cable ................................................................................13
Figure 17: OttoView™-CD GPS Cable...................................................................................13
Figure 18: OttoView™-CD RFID Antenna Cable ...................................................................14
Figure 19: OttoView™-CD GoogleEarth Trip Trace based on KML File ................................19
Figure 20: OttoView™-CD Driver Tracking System Software Application Utility Main Screen
..............................................................................................................................................20
Figure 21: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Software Application files and data folders..21
Figure 22: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Memory Card Summary Screen ..................22
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Figure 23: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Quick Task Screen ......................................22
Figure 24: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Device Configuration Screen .......................22
Figure 25: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Tools Screen................................................23
Figure 26: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Export Screen..............................................24
Figure 27: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Help/Support Screen ...................................25
Figure 28: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Memory Card Representation......................26
Figure 29: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Memory Card Format Display Information...27
Figure 30: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Windows Vista Administrator Privileges ......29
Figure 31: OttoView™ Driver Tracking System Windows SD disk recognition Exception .....29
List of Tables
Table 1: OttoView™-CVS41 OBDII Specifications.................................................................14
Table 2: OttoView™-CD GPS Specifications .........................................................................15
Table 3: Otto RFID Technical Specifications ........................................................................15
Table 4: CSV Summary File Sample Data............................................................................17
Table 5: CSV Detailed Trip File Sample Data.......................................................................18
Table 6: GPS-related data and reporting summary available from the OttoView™- CD system
IPL data file ...........................................................................................................................18
Table 7: GoogleEarth KML/KMZ vehicle speed colors..........................................................19
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1 Overview and Features
The OttoView™-CD device is an in-vehicle data acquisition system used to monitor and
record driving behaviour and vehicle diagnostic information associated with a particular
driver. The system includes a vehicle performance monitoring module based on SAEJ1979
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) technical standards, a GPS receiver-antenna module, a 125
kHz Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) antenna and transceiver module used in
combination with a unique key fob for driver identification, and the provision for a Secure
Digital (SD) memory card to store all data. The device topology is illustrated below.
Figure 1: OttoView™ - CD device topology
The system consists of six (6) major elements:
GPS Network reception providing GMT time and date information; latitude
and longitude; and vehicle speed.
OBDII vehicle information providing driving time, vehicle speed, distance, and
other vehicle engine data.
A Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) key FOB-based device for driver
identification purposes.
Access to all municipal coverage map data, including Posted Speed Limit
(PSL).
An easy-to-use software application for installation on a Microsoft Windows®
PC that manages the data stored on the SD memory card and the exports the
data to various file formats for the desired information extraction.
Access to the PERSENTECH website that provides updates and new
coverage map data for use in data analysis.
1.1 Device Features
•Vehicle diagnostic technology
OttoView-CD device connects to the vehicle’s OBDII port using
a single cable.
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The Device is powered through the OBDII Diagnostic Link
Connector (DLC).
The OBDII port allows the device to communicate to the
vehicle’s Engine Control Module (ECM), which provides access
to the engine data.
•GPS Position & Velocity technology
The device utilizes a 20-channel GPS receiver and active GPS
antenna.
The device incorporates the Otto-driving companion® road
safety device features using the municipal coverage area
maps.
The device incorporates the OttoLog® data recording and trip
report summary features through an export data utility function.
•RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) Driver ID
RFID transceiver integrated within the OttoView-CD device.
The device utilizes a 125 kHz RFID antenna that is connected
to the OttoView-CD device
The device uses a passive key fob with a unique 64 bit
identifier.
•Data Management and Export Software Utility
Used to retrieve the desired driver tracking system data from a
memory card.
Used to convert the data to a number of file formats including:
Comma-Separated-Value (CSV), OttoLog® IPL format and
GoogleEarth/GoogleMaps KML format.
Indexes all data files (OTL format) for file management by date
for each device serial number.
•Hardware
Dimensions: 8.7 cm by 7 cm x 1.8 cm, 150 grams
Includes an SD Memory card slot for trip information recording.
Includes 5 LED indicators that illuminate when the associated
device functionality is operational.
Includes a 6-pin mini-DIN connector for interfacing with the
external GPS antenna-receiver.
Includes an RCA connector for connection to an external 125
kHz RFID antenna.
Includes an RJ45 socket for connection to a cable harness with
an RJ45 plug and an SAEJ1962M plug for connection to the
vehicle’s DLC.
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•Mounting
A mounting pad and tie wraps are provided that will allow the
installer to mount the device under the vehicle dash, within 1.5
m of the vehicle’s DLC.
The RFID antenna is mounted using the supplied double-sided
tape.
1.2 OttoView™-CD Kit
The standard package contains the following items:
•One OttoView™-CD device.
•One cable with SAEJ1962M plug and RJ45 8P8C connector.
•One SD Card (2 GByte).
•One GPS antenna-receiver including a small windshield suction cup for routing the
GPS antenna cable.
•One RFID antenna.
•One RCA M –to- RCA F extender cable for the RFID antenna.
•One RFID key fob.
•One device mounting kit (tie wrap mounts and tie wraps).
Figure 2: OttoView™-CD kit
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Figure 3: Mounting pad attached to unit (sample installation)
1.3 General Device Installation, Operation and Data Management
Notes
The general process to be followed to configure, install, manage and export the data is
summarized as follows:
•Using the utility software application, configure the SD memory card for initial
deployment.
•Insert memory card into device.
•Install GPS antenna-receiver on dash and route cable to area under dash.
•Locate OBDII SAEJ1962F Diagnostic Link Connector (DLC) and plug in OttoView-CD
OBDII cable connector.
•Insert vehicle ignition key and locate and place RFID antenna in best location that will
allow it to register the key fob tag.
•Turn on vehicle ignition.
•Attach each cable and observe that all LEDs are “ON”.
•Complete installation of cables neatly using tie wraps.
•Retrieve memory card and upload data to PC.
•Export data to desired file format and review information collected.
1.4 OBDII Vehicle Interface Connection-Installation
Install the device in the vehicle within 1.5 m of the OBDII connector using the supplied
installation kit. The device comes complete with a cable that plugs into the vehicle’s OBDII
socket.
The OBDII port is located within 1 meter of the steering wheel, usually within the area
indicated by the dotted line in the illustration above. The connector can be easily accessed
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by a person sitting in the driver’s seat without the use of tools. Look in the follow areas if you
have trouble finding the OBDII diagnostic port:
Under the dash
In front of the passenger seat
Behind the ash tray
Behind a small access panel in
the dash
In or around the center console
Figure 4: Location of the OBDII DLC (SAEJ1962F Type A)
Figure 5: Plugging in the OBDII Plug into the socket
Figure 6: Plugging in the RJ45 Plug into the device socket
Once cables are connected, the operation of the vehicle diagnostic interface and
functionality can be validated as follows:
•Turn vehicle ignition “ON”.
•Check to see if the OBDII GREEN LED light comes on and remains solidly lit.
•If the LED remains lit, the vehicle is OBDII compliant and operation is validated.
•If the LED continues to flash, the vehicle may not be OBDII compliant.
oLog the make, model and year of the vehicle and send the information to
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1.5 GPS Antenna-Receiver Connection-Installation
Mount the GPS antenna on the vehicle’s dash, applying the small suction cup to the
windshield to facilitate routing the GPS cable under the dash area. The GPS antenna-
receiver must have a clear view of the sky in order to capture and process the GPS satellite
signals. Ensure that the GPS antenna location is within 1.5 m of the OttoView-CD device
location.
Figure 7: Mounting the GPS antenna on the vehicle dash
Figure 8: Plugging in the 6-pin min-DIN plug into the device socket
Once the cable is connected, the operation of the GPS receiver interface and functionality
can be validated as follows:
•Wait for 1 minute or until the GPS “Blue” LED light comes on and remains solidly lit.
•If the LED remains lit, the GPS receiver is locked.
•If the LED remains flashing, the GPS receiver is not locked. Check to see if the vehicle
has passivated glass or re-position the GPS antenna to another location on the dash.
•If the LED continues to flash, contact PERSENTECH by email at:
WARNING: Do not mount the GPS antenna-receiver in a location that will interfere with the
vehicle’s operating controls or cause damage or personal injury in case of an accident. Also,
do not mount the GPS antenna-receiver over air bag panels or in the field of air bag
deployment. Air bags expand with a rapid force that can propel objects in their path toward
the driver or passenger.
1.6 RFID Antenna and key fob Connection-Installation
As noted earlier, the Driver-ID components include:
•An RFID Antenna with double-sided foam tape.
oPeel away tape cover before mounting on steering column.
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•One key fob tags with unique serial numbers.
oAttach the key fob tagto the driver’s keychain.
•A 3 foot RFID antenna extension cable.
oUse cable in case RFID antenna cable is too short in the installation.
Mount the RFID antenna near the vehicle’s ignition switch within 6-8 cm of where the key fob
will be located when hanging down from the keychain. Plug the RCA Male connector to the
RFID device. Use the RCA extension cable if the antenna cable length is insufficient to
connect to the RCA Female connector on the device.
Figure 9: Mounting the RFID antenna near the vehicle ignition switch
Figure 10: Connecting the RCA extension cable and connecting the RCA-M to the device
Once the cable is connected, the operation of the RFID antenna interface and functionality
can be validated as follows:
•Check to see if the RFID Yellow LED light comes on and remains solidly lit.
•If the LED remains lit, the RFID circuit is operational.
•If the LED is off, check the connections to ensure that the cable is properly seated on
the RCA connector on the OttoView device.
oIf the connector is properly seated and the RFID light is still off, contact
With the RFID antenna mounted and installed, place a keychain with the attached key fob
into the ignition.
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•Check to see if the Key FOB AMBER LED light comes on and remains solidly lit.
•If the LED remains lit, the Key FOB is being recorded properly.
•If the LED light is not on, adjust the RFID antenna until it is positioned closer to the
ignition switch with the keychain and Key FOB, and when the LED remains lit, the RFID
antenna position is now optimal for operation with the vehicle.
1.7 Memory Card Insertion and Operation
The device has a spring-loaded memory card slot on the right hand side with the unit facing
the installer. A memory card should be inserted in this slot with the “cut-corner” facing down.
The memory card’s gold contacts should be visible when the card is oriented in the correct
manner, as shown in the next figure. When the card is inserted and pushed in, there will be a
click in the spring mechanism that locks the card in the slot. The card is removed by pushing
the card in. This results in the spring mechanism unlocking the card and allowing the card to
pulled out of the slot.
Figure 11: OttoView™-CVS41device with Memory Card
The card slot is recessed so that it does not eject unexpectedly. Use a small screwdriver or
the tip of a pen to insert and retrieve the memory card. To verify that the SD memory card is
recording data turn the vehicle ignition “ON” and check to see if the SD memory card RED
LED comes on and remains solidly lit.
•If the LED remains solidly lit, the SD memory card is recording data.
•If the LED light is not on, check to see if the memory card is seated correctly in the card
slot. oIf the LED light does not come on at all, contact PERSENTECH by email at:
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1.8 Device Overview-Operational Check
The OttoView-CD system is operational when all LEDs are solidly lit.
Figure 12: OttoView™-CD device with all LEDs illuminated when the device is fully operational
1.9 Device Mounting Location
Identify the area under the dash where the OttoView-CD device will be located. The left hand
side with the SD card slot should be clear of any cables and accessible to insert and remove
the memory card.
Using the tie wraps, slide one end through the slot on the tie wrap mount located on the back
of the device. After securing the device, use a second tie wrap to secure the cables. Ensure
that there is no tension that would allow the connectors to disengage.
Figure 13: OttoView™-CD device installation with all cabling
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1.10OttoView™-CD Device Compliance Notes
The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the device.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Consult PERSENTECH or an experienced technician for help.
This device has been designed for in-vehicle and fixed operation.
WARNING: “Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the User’s authority to operate the equipment”.
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2 OttoView™- CD Specifications
2.1 General Specifications
The physical dimensions of the OttoView device are 87 mm x 72 mm x 18 mm). The device
will connect to 1996 and newer vehicle model years, as defined in a technical standard
developed by the Society of Automotive Engineering (SAE)1, using a standard OBDII
SAEJ1962 cable. The device is mounted under the console-dash of the vehicle within 1.5 m
of the DLC. The device will communicate with most standard OBDII data using the following
protocols:
oSAE J1850 – VPW – Variable Pulse Width- Describes the interface for GM
vehicles.
oSAE J1850 – PWM- Pulse Width Modulation- Describes the interface for Ford
vehicles.
oISO 9141-2 - Describes the interface for Chrysler and some Asian vehicles.
oISO 14230-2 - Describes the interface for some European vehicles.
oISO 15765-4 CAN- Controller Area Network - Describes the CAN-based
interface in a 4-part series that is mandatory for all 2008 and newer vehicles.
The GPS antenna-receiver is 50 mm in diameter and approximately 20 mm thick. This small
form factor allows for ease of installation above the vehicle console dash area, a
requirement for the reception of the GPS satellite signals. If the vehicle has a passivated
windshield, an alternate location is recommended, either externally to the vehicle or nearer
the back windshield.
The RFID antenna is 20 mm in diameter and 50 mm long. The RFID transceiver operates at
125 kHz to read back a unique 64-bit transponder key that is embedded in the key fob. The
RFID antenna must be mounted near the vehicle ignition switch and the key FOB must be
attached to the driver’s keychain.
RFID
Antenna
GPS
Antenna
OBDII
Vehicle
connection
Figure 14: OttoView™-CD interfaces- RFID antenna, GPS antenna, OBDII vehicle connection
1http://www.sae.org/technical/standards/J1979_200705
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Engine
GPS
RFID Antenna
Key Tag
Memory Card
SD Card
Mounting pad used with
tie wraps to fasten
device under console.
Figure 15: OttoView™-CD interfaces- SD memory Card and LEDs
The device is powered entirely through the vehicle’s OBDII connector and will operate over a
voltage range of +9VDC to +12 VDC. The device will turn-off (sleep mode) approximately 60
seconds after the vehicle is turned off, thereby not imposing any load on the vehicle’s battery
and electrical system. The device interrogates the ECM for data and does not
modify/change any vehicle parameters.
The device is configured using the memory card that contains the various system
configuration parameters. The memory card will store real-time vehicle performance data
that can be later retrieved using a PC and the accompanying software application utility.
The device typically becomes active within 7 seconds after the vehicle engine is turned on.
OttoView™-CD will power down 60 seconds after the vehicle engine is stopped, or after a set
time duration that is defined through the device configuration setting using the software
application utility.
NOTE: During the last 3 seconds of a trip, and for three (3) seconds immediately after the
device powers down, the OttoView™-CD device will not respond to the engine ECM. If the
vehicle’s ignition is turned back on during this six (6) second period, the OttoView™-CD
device will not power on until after the next trip.
2.2 Cable Specifications
2.2.1 OBDII Cable
A single cable is used to connect the OttoView™-CVS41 device to the vehicle diagnostic link
connector. The cable has the following specifications:
•An SAE J1962M connector that connects to an OBDII compliant vehicle,
•An RJ45 8P8C plug connector.
•UL2919 cable (rated at 30V and 80C), 24 AWG 8C; length = 1525 mm.
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Figure 16: OttoView™-CD OBDII Cable
2.2.2 GPS Antenna Cable
The GPS antenna-receiver is connected to the OttoView-CD device through a 1520 mm
cable that includes 6 conductors, and that terminates in a PS/2 mini DIN 6-pin male
connector.
Figure 17: OttoView™-CD GPS Cable
2.2.3 RFID Antenna Cable
The RFID antenna includes a 300 mm cable with RCA Male connector. An extender cable,
length = 970 mm, with RCA Female to RCA Male is also supplied for use with the installation
of the RFID antenna. The cable specifications are noted below.
•UL Coax/22# OD 5.0 mm with 50 Ohm impedance
•300 V rating at 60 C
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Figure 18: OttoView™-CD RFID Antenna Cable
2.3 OBDII Specifications
The OttoView™-CD device connects to 1996 and newer vehicles, as defined by the Society
of Automotive Engineering (SAE), and that is accessed via the SAE J1962 diagnostic
console connection. The OBDII specifications are listed in the following table.
Model OttoView™- CD Technical Specifications
Dimensions 87 mm x 72 mm x 18 mm
Weight 150 grams
Operating Temperature -30 C to +60°C
Vehicle Power Source 12V DC
Connector and cable SAE J1962M with 4 foot cable to RJ45 plug on device
OBDII Protocol Support
SAE J1850 – VPW – Variable Pulse Width- Describes the interface for
GM vehicles,
SAE J1850 – PWM- Pulse Width Modulation- Describes the interface
for Ford vehicles,
ISO 9141-2 - Describes the interface for Chrysler and some Asian
vehicles,
ISO 14230-2 - Describes the interface for some European vehicles,
and
ISO 15765-4 CAN- Controller Area Network - Describes the CAN-
based interface in a 4-part series that is mandatory for all 2008 and
newer vehicles.
ISO 15765-4 500 kbps/11 bit ID
ISO 15765-4 500 kbps//29 bit ID
ISO 15765-4 250 kbps/11 bit ID
ISO 15765-4 250 kbps/29 bit ID
SD memory card specification The OttoView™ CD device captures and records data at up to 300
bytes per second. The total memory storage estimate:
Total Data Storage capacity (hours) = [Memory storage
capacity/300]/3600 ~ 1850 hours for a 2 GByte card.
Table 1: OttoView™-CVS41 OBDII Specifications
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NOTE: If you are experiencing and problems with OttoView™ and observe any anomalies in
operation with the device and your vehicle’s normal operation, disconnect the SAE J1962
plug from the diagnostic connector immediately and contact PERSENTECH technical
support for further instructions.
2.4 GPS Receiver Specifications
The GPS antenna-receiver has the following specifications:
Model- BR-355 with Otto-
driving companion® Technical Specifications
Dimensions 55 mm x 19 mm
Weight 62.4 grams
Operating Temperature -40 C to +85°C
Vehicle Power Source 4.5 - 6.5V DC (internal to OttoView™- CD device) with 42 mA current
draw typical
Data Interface 6-pin PS/2 connector
GPS Receiver 20-channel, 1575 MHz SiRF Star III e/LP with built-in patch antenna
Map Source Proprietary Municipal Database and Map Format
GPS Position Accuracy 10 meters, updated once per second
GPS Speed Accuracy 1.0 km/hr, updated once per second
Table 2: OttoView™-CD GPS Specifications
2.5 RFID Specifications
The external RFID antenna, key FOB and transceiver specifications are noted in the
following table.
Model- Driver-ID Technical Specifications
RFID Antenna dimensions 55 mm x 25 mm
RFID Antenna Weight 75 grams
Operating Temperature -40 C to +85°C
Vehicle Power Source 12V DC (internal to OttoView™- CD device)
Read range Up to 7.5 cm
RFID frequency 125 kHz
Key FOB dimensions 35.5 mm square, waterproof and crunch resistant
Key FOB Weight 25 grams
RFID Transceiver Integrated within OttoView™ CD device
Table 3: Otto RFID Technical Specifications
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