RUPTELA fm-eco4 light 3g User manual

FM-Eco4 T Series
User Manual
v1.0
2020-02-14

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................4
1.1 Purpose of This Document .........................................................................................4
1.2 Legal Information......................................................................................................4
1.3 Contact Information................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Document Changelog................................................................................................. 5
1.5 Safety Information.....................................................................................................6
1.6 Notations..................................................................................................................7
1.7 Acronyms and Abbreviations.......................................................................................8
1.8 References................................................................................................................9
2 Product Information ....................................................................................................... 10
2.1 About ..................................................................................................................... 10
2.2 Device Overview (Regular Housing) .......................................................................... 11
2.3 Device Overview (IP67 Housing)............................................................................... 11
2.4 Key Features........................................................................................................... 12
2.5 Package Contents (Regular Housing)......................................................................... 13
2.6 Package Contents (IP67 Housing) ............................................................................. 14
2.7 Certifications........................................................................................................... 15
3 Technical Information..................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Indication LED Patterns............................................................................................ 17
3.2 Device Pinout.......................................................................................................... 17
3.3 Physical Characteristics ............................................................................................ 18
3.4 Technical Characteristics .......................................................................................... 18
3.4.1 Environmental Specifications.............................................................................. 18
3.4.2 Electrical Specifications...................................................................................... 18
3.4.3 Power Consumption @ 12 V DC ......................................................................... 19
3.4.4 Connectivity ..................................................................................................... 19
3.5 Interfaces ............................................................................................................... 19
3.5.1 Power Supply ................................................................................................... 19
3.5.2 Analog Inputs................................................................................................... 19
3.5.3 Digital Inputs.................................................................................................... 20
3.5.4 Digital Outputs ................................................................................................. 20
3.5.5 1-Wire ............................................................................................................. 20
4 Device Preparation (Regular Housing).............................................................................. 21
4.1 Opening the Device ................................................................................................. 21
4.2 Inserting a SIM Card................................................................................................ 22

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4.3 Closing the Device ................................................................................................... 23
4.4 Cable Connection .................................................................................................... 24
4.4.1 12 Pin Cable Connection.................................................................................... 24
4.4.2 USB Cable Connection ....................................................................................... 24
5 Device Preparation (IP67 Housing) .................................................................................. 25
5.1 Opening the Device ................................................................................................. 25
5.2 Inserting a SIM Card................................................................................................ 26
5.3 Cable Connection .................................................................................................... 27
5.3.1 12 Pin Cable Connection.................................................................................... 27
5.3.2 USB Cable Connection ....................................................................................... 27
5.3.3 External GNSS Antenna Cable Connection (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only) ....................... 27
5.3.4 External GNSS Antenna Cable Reconnection (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only).................... 28
6 Driver Installation .......................................................................................................... 30
6.1 Driver Installation Procedure .................................................................................... 30
7 Device Configuration ...................................................................................................... 31
7.1 Device Center ......................................................................................................... 31
7.2 Starting the Configuration ........................................................................................ 32
7.2.1 Configuration Menu........................................................................................... 34
7.3 Configuration Basics ................................................................................................ 35
7.3.1 File Extension ................................................................................................... 35
7.3.2 Loading a Configuration from a File .................................................................... 35
7.3.3 Saving a Configuration to a File.......................................................................... 35
7.3.4 Loading a Configuration from a Device ............................................................... 36
7.3.5 Saving a Configuration to a Device ..................................................................... 36
7.4 Essential Settings .................................................................................................... 37
7.4.1 Server Settings ................................................................................................. 37
7.4.2 APN Settings .................................................................................................... 38
7.4.3 Engine Detection and Data Collection Settings..................................................... 39
7.5 Advanced Configuration ........................................................................................... 40
7.6 Configuration via SMS Commands............................................................................. 40
7.7 Updating Firmware .................................................................................................. 41
7.7.1 File Extension ................................................................................................... 41
7.7.2 Updating Firmware Automatically ....................................................................... 41
7.7.3 Updating Firmware Manually.............................................................................. 42
7.7.4 Updating Firmware Over-the-air ......................................................................... 42
8 Installation in Vehicle ..................................................................................................... 43
8.1 Installation Method.................................................................................................. 43

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8.2 Required Tools ........................................................................................................ 43
8.3 Installation Recommendations .................................................................................. 43
8.3.1 External GNSS Antenna Positioning..................................................................... 44
8.4 Wiring Diagram (Regular Housing)............................................................................ 45
8.5 Wiring Diagram (IP67 Housing) ................................................................................ 46
8.6 Installation Check-up ............................................................................................... 47
8.7 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 47
8.7.1 gsminfo............................................................................................................ 47
8.7.2 getapn ............................................................................................................. 48
8.7.3 coords.............................................................................................................. 48
8.7.4 reset................................................................................................................ 49

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1Introduction
1.1 Purpose of This Document
The purpose of this user manual is to provide information about the FM-Eco4 T Series devices. This
user manual describes the main features of the device and how to use it. Detailed descriptions of
functionalities and peripheral devices can be found on our documentation website: doc.ruptela.lt.
1.2 Legal Information
Copyright © 2020 Ruptela. All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of
parts or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of
Ruptela is prohibited. Other products and company names mentioned in this document are
trademarks or trade names of their respective owners.
1.3 Contact Information
General enquiries
Website: ruptela.com
E-mail: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
Technical support
E-mail: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

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1.4 Document Changelog
Version
Date
Modification
1.0
2020-02-14
Initial draft.

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1.5 Safety Information
The following information is provided to ensure safe operation of the device. Please read it carefully
before you start using the device!
All the associated (additional) equipment such as computers, batteries, sensors, etc.
shall meet the requirements of standard EN60950-1.
Do not disassemble the device. If the enclosure of the device is damaged, or the
insulation of the wires is damaged, disconnect the power supply cables from the power
supply source first.
All wireless data transferring equipment produces interference that may affect other
devices placed nearby.
The device can be installed or dismounted only by qualified personnel!
The device must be firmly fastened in a predefined location. The predefined location is
described in the installation instructions.
The configuration must be performed using a 2nd safety class computer (with an
autonomic power supply).
Make sure that the device is installed in a location where it will not be subjected to harsh
environmental conditions for extended time periods.
Any installation and/or handling during a lightning storm is prohibited.
Caution! If an incorrect type of battery is used for replacement, there is a high explosion
risk. Dispose of used batteries according to the environmental requirements.
For configuration use cables that were purchased from Ruptela. Ruptela is not
responsible for any harm or damage caused while using the wrong cables.
Attention! Do not connect the wires marked red (power supply) and black (chassis) to
the wrong battery poles. The device has reverse polarity protection, however, if
connected incorrectly, the device will not work.
Disconnect the device from the power supply before dismounting it.
To disconnect the device from the power supply, you need to disconnect the 12 Pin
connector from the device or disconnect the wires from the vehicle’s power supply.
Ensure that the cross-sectional area of the wires is at least 0.75 mm2.
Install the device in a restricted access location, not accessible or visible to the driver.
This crossed-out wheelie bin symbol means that waste equipment should not be
disposed of with your other household waste. The product must be taken to separate
collection points at the product’s end-of-life.

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1.6 Notations
The following notations are used in this document to highlight important information:
Bold text
Used to indicate user interface elements or for emphasis.
Italic text
Used to indicate items that belong to a list and can be selected.
Note
Used to highlight important information or special conditions.
Caution
Used to mark actions that require caution when handling the product.
Warning
Used to mark actions that may cause irreversible damage if performed incorrectly.
Tip
Suggestions on how to proceed.

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1.7 Acronyms and Abbreviations
AC/DC –Alternating current/Direct current
APN –Access Point Name
DIN –Digital Input
DOUT –Digital Output
HDOP –Horizontal Dilution of Precision
GLONASS –Global Navigation Satellite System
GMT –Greenwich Mean Time
GNSS –Global Navigation Satellite System
GPRS –General Packet Radio Service
GPS –Global Positioning System
GSM –Global System for Mobile Communications
OBD –On-board Diagnostics
LED –Light Emitting Diode
PCB –Printed Circuit Board
SMS –Short Message Service
TCP –Transmission Control Protocol
UDP –User Datagram Protocol
UMTS –Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
USB –Universal Serial Bus
VCOM –Virtual Communication Port

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1.8 References
Datasheets: https://doc.ruptela.lt/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=33357966
Quick Start Guides: https://doc.ruptela.lt/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=33357966
Device Center: https://doc.ruptela.lt/display/AB/Device+Center
Advanced configuration manual: https://doc.ruptela.lt/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=33357966
Firmware and configurator files: https://doc.ruptela.lt/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=33357962
Microsoft Framework: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=53344
VCOM drivers: https://doc.ruptela.lt/display/AB/FM4+drivers

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2Product Information
2.1 About
FM-Eco4 T is a low cost, low power consumption basic tracking device. It acquires its position with
a GNSS signal and transfers data to a server via cellular GSM/GPRS/UMTS networks. The FM-Eco4
T Series devices come in the following variations:
•FM-Eco4 light+ 3G T (includes an internal battery and UMTS (3G))
•FM-Eco4+ 3G T (includes an internal battery, IP67 certified housing and UMTS (3G))
•FM-Eco4+ 3G E T (includes an internal battery, IP67 certified housing, an external GNSS
antenna and UMTS (3G))
FM-Eco4+ light 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G E T

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2.2 Device Overview (Regular Housing)
12 Pin port
Mini USB port
Indication LEDs
2.3 Device Overview (IP67 Housing)
12 Pin cable
GNSS antenna cable (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only)
Indication LEDs

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2.4 Key Features
•Real-time data from GPS and accelerometer
•Driver behaviour monitoring (Eco-Drive)
•Driver identification
•Temperature monitoring
•Remote ignition blocking
•Internal geozones
•Jamming detection
•Commands and configuration via SMS
•Supports additional sensors

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2.5 Package Contents (Regular Housing)
The device is packed in a cardboard box. The package contains the following items:
1. The device itself
2. A 12 Pin cable
By default, no SIM card is provided in the package. SIM cards can be obtained from your
local phone operator.

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2.6 Package Contents (IP67 Housing)
The device is packed in a cardboard box. The package contains the following items:
1. The device itself
2. An external GNSS antenna (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only)
3. A signal cable
By default, no SIM card is provided in the package. SIM cards can be obtained from your
local phone operator.

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2.7 Certifications
The FM-Eco4 T Series devices have passed quality tests and comply with the following certifications:
E-Mark
Certification of Economic Commission for Europe is the European
conformity mark issued by the transport sector, indicating that the
product complies with relevant laws and regulations or directives.
CE/RED
CE is a certification mark that ensures conformity with health, safety
and environmental protection standards for products sold within
European Economic Area (EEA). The Radio Equipment Directive, or
RED, covers the standards for wireless devices.
FCC
(47 CFR part 15, subpart B) The FCC Declaration of Conformity
is a certification mark employed on electronic products manufactured
or sold in the United States which certifies that the electromagnetic
interference from the device is under limits approved by the Federal
Communications Commission.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits 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. However, 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 receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
Contains FCC ID: XMR201508UG96
RoHS
The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive restricts the use
of six hazardous materials in the manufacture of various types of
electronic and electrical equipment.
WEEE
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive is the
European Community Directive set collection, recycling and recovery
targets for electrical goods and is part of a legislative initiative to
solve the problem of huge amounts of toxic electronic waste.
EAC
The Eurasian Conformity Mark indicates products that conform to all
technical regulations of the Eurasian Customs Union. It means that
the device meets all requirements of the corresponding technical
regulations and have passed all conformity assessment procedures.
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GOST
GOST refers to a set of technical standards maintained by the Euro-
Asian Council for Standardization, Metrology and Certification
(EASC), a regional standards organization under the auspices of the
Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
IP67
IP67
The device is protected from total dust ingress.
The device is protected from immersion in depths from 15
centimeters to 1 meter.
The following devices have an IP67 rating:
•FM-Eco4+ 3G T
•FM-Eco4+ 3G E T
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3Technical Information
3.1 Indication LED Patterns
LED
Pattern
Description
GNSS
Once every second
Accurate signal
Once every 0.4 seconds
No signal
GSM
Once every 4 seconds
Accurate GSM and GPRS signal
Once every second
Accurate GSM signal, no GPRS
Once every 0.2 seconds
No signal
Always on
Link with the server is open
1-Wire
Always off
No devices connected
Once every 5 seconds
One device connected
Twice every 5 seconds
Two devices connected
Three times every 5 seconds
Three devices connected
All
Once every 5 seconds
Sleep/deep sleep mode
3.2 Device Pinout
Pin
Wire color
Description
+BAT/VIN
Red
Power supply 6/12/24V
GND
Black
Ground connection
DIN1
Pink
Digital input 1
DIN2
Blue
Digital input 2
DIN3
White
Digital input 3 (invertible)
DIN4
Yellow
Digital input 4 (invertible)
AIN1
Grey
Analog input 1
AIN2
Green
Analog input 2
DOUT1
Purple
Digital output 1
DOUT2
Orange
Digital output 2
1-Wire POWER
White/Red
1-Wire power
1-Wire DATA
Green/Yellow
1-Wire data

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3.3 Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
64.5 x 61 x 22 mm (regular housing)
95 x 76.4 x 28.8 mm (IP67 housing)
Weight
65 ± 5 g (FM-Eco4+ light 3G T)
148 ± 5 g (FM-Eco4+ 3G T)
185 ± 5 g (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T)
Housing material
Plastic
Connector
12 Pin, insulated
Configuration interface
USB
Antenna
Internal
External (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only)
3.4 Technical Characteristics
3.4.1 Environmental Specifications
FM-Eco4 light+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G E T
Temperature
Operating: -20 to +60 °C
Battery charging: 0 to +45 °C
Battery discharging: -20 to +60 °C
Storage: -20 to +60 °C
Relative humidity
5 % to 95 % Non-condensing
3.4.2 Electrical Specifications
FM-Eco4 light+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G E T
Power supply range
6 –31.5 V DC
Maximum current
rating
500 mA @ 6 V DC
Internal battery
LiPo 3.7 V 190 mAh
Protections
Battery short circuit protection
Reverse polarity protection
Overcurrent protection on 1-Wire power line

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3.4.3 Power Consumption @ 12 V DC
FM-Eco4 light+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G E T
Operating
(battery fully charged)
Idle mode: 33 mA
Active mode (peak @ GSM): 138 mA
Sleep mode: 6.3 mA
Deep sleep mode: 4 mA
3.4.4 Connectivity
FM-Eco4 light+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G T
FM-Eco4+ 3G E T
GSM/UMTS modem
Modem: Quectel UG96
Antenna: Internal (Quad-band)
Frequency band @ 2G (GSM): 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Frequency band @ 3G (UMTS): 800/850/900/1900/2100 MHz
GNSS module
Module: U-blox EVA-M8M
Antenna: Internal or external (FM-Eco4+ 3G E T only)
Positioning systems: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo
Augmentation systems: QZSS, SBAS (WAAS, GAGAN, EGNOS, MSAS)
Frequency: 1575.42 MHz (GPS, Galileo); 1602 MHz (GLONASS)
Tracking sensitivity: -154 to -164 dBm
Reacquisition sensitivity: -152 to -160 dBm
Cold start duration: < 30 s
Aided start: 3 s
3.5 Interfaces
3.5.1 Power Supply
Pins
+BAT/VIN, GND/CHASSIS
Purpose
To power the device
Parameters
Voltage range: 6 –31.5 V DC
3.5.2 Analog Inputs
Pins
AIN1, AIN2
Purpose
To monitor the values of various peripherals
Parameters
Voltage range: 0 –30 V DC
Resolution: 12 bit
Applications
Various sensors