S&T CAREU U1 User manual

CAREU U1 Vehicle Tracker
User Guide
SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY CORP.
Version: 1.01
Reference No.: AVL-CU-U1-00-1111UEN
Date: June 23, 2011
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction ................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Features ........................................................................................................... 1
1.2. Scope ............................................................................................................... 2
1.3. About CAREU U1 ............................................................................................ 2
1.4. Hardware Architecture ..................................................................................... 3
1.5. Related Document ........................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2. Taking A Tour of CAREU U1 ....................................................................... 5
2.1. Dimensions ...................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Front View ........................................................................................................ 6
2.3. Rear View ......................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3. Getting Started with CAREU U1 .................................................................. 7
3.1. Hardware Installation ....................................................................................... 7
3.2. Connector Pin Assignment ............................................................................. 12
3.3. USB Device Driver Installation ....................................................................... 14
3.4. Device Conguration ...................................................................................... 21
3.5. Communication Settings ................................................................................ 25
3.6. GPS Tracking Congurations ......................................................................... 27
3.7. Firmware Upgrade ......................................................................................... 30
Chapter 4. Technical Specication .............................................................................. 31
Chapter 5. About Systems & Technology Corp. ......................................................... 33
Chapter 6. Regulation ................................................................................................... 34
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Chapter 1. Introduction
Thank you for your purchasing CAREU U1 GPS
Vehicle Tracker. We are very pleased to
introduce you our excellent product, and you will
enjoy great benefits by applying such a smart
device. The CAREU U1 GPS Vehicle Tracker is
an all-in-one device that integrates multiple
applications of GPS (Global Position System),
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication)
and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) with
each other.
Designed with the latest GPS technology, U1 delivers positioning message by GSM wireless
transmission to GIS platform, and then helps back-end users proceed with the analysis and the
applications of vehicle transport, management, anti-theft, security and tracking.
1.1. Features
• Multiple serial ports and easy installation.
• Voices, SMS, GPRS TCP/UDP Communications
• Geo-fencing reports (circular/polygon/rectangle zones)
• Remote conguration
• Real-time tracking (time, distance interval or intelligent mode, and heading)
• Intelligent power management
• 1-wire® interfaces supported (optional)
• Power low/lost alarm
• Built-in voice communication
• Built-in interactive voice response
• Journey report wireless download
• GSM/GPRS simultaneously
• User-dened reports
• Firmware upgrade over the air (via GPRS)
• A-GPS functionality
• GPS antenna disconnect/cut alarm
• Up to 150,000 data log capacity
• Can-Bus support (optional)
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1.2. Scope
This document will guides you to start CAREU U1 Vehicle Tracker. However, as this
document contains basic device conguration only, please see CAREU U1 Protocol
Document for the advanced information.
1.3. About CAREU U1
CAREU U1 GPS Vehicle Tracker transmits the wireless signals such as location, peripheral,
and vehicle control data to a control center. The onboard GPS receiver provides users with
location data including speed, direction, mileage and altitude. It uses an onboard GSM/
GPRS module to accomplish wireless transmission.
A microcontroller can probe location and command data at regular intervals, derive actions
from location, peripheral and control data, and execute such actions.
Among the best features of AVL U1 Vehicle Tracker, in particular, they transmit data in
ASCII mode (Intellitrac X Series compatible mode) or binary mode.
Peripheral data indicates the status of various peripherals connected to and/or controlled by
the device. The peripherals include, but not limited to, door locks/un-locks, starter interrupt,
ignition, battery, engine and panic button.
The rmware in the device applies intelligent ltering to overcome coverage limitations for
both GPS and GSM/GPRS networks.
Motion sensor controls the status of the device, whether in sleep, idle or fully-powered
mode, and thereby controls the amount of current consumed by the device.
Backup battery and tamper sensing GPS Antennas primarily indicate the loss of Main
Power and the interruption of GPS antenna connectivity.
The device supports over-the-air rmware upgrade to deliver additional functionality without
physically touching the device once installed.
In consideration of technicality and marketability, U1 has so many excellences to be
competitive enough to stand out in the market. With regard to the technicality, U1 saves
and records more data even under inactive communication staus, and it also provides
better power management, coexistence of GPRS and SMS modes, 1-wired interface,
direct connection to Temperature Sensor, and up to three serial ports. When it comes to the
marketability, U1 users are provided with the convenience that its rmware can be upgraded
through mini USB without disassembling the device.
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1.4. Hardware Architecture
As hardware is concerned, CAREU U1 is comprised of a micro-controller, regulator, GPS
receiver, GSM/GPRS modem, G-Force sensor, ash memory data storage, audio interface,
I/Os interface, serial ports and LED status indicators.
• Users can connect PC's HyperTerminal to the Diagnostic/setting port for the AVL
conguration.
• G-Sensor for car accident prevention, car tow-away warning and power management.
• The audio interface supports hand-free phone call.
• GPIO that connects to any customer monitoring points by door switch, anti-thief or
actuators.
• The A/D input that connects the analog signal sensor to the AVL, such as the fuel or
temperature sensor.
• With the built-in RF receiving circuit, an emergency push button is designable, and anti-
theft setting can be activated/deactivated.
• 1-wired interface, a reserved interface that is optional.
• The 1-wire interface facilitates the connection to temperature sensor, A/D devices, and
iButton devices.
SPI
FLASH
CAN
Transceiver
G-Sensor
I/O Ports
GPS USB
Power
Bluetooth
Adapter
Optional
1-wired
Controller
RFID
Reader
External
Device
Barcode
Reader
RF Dialer
GSM
Modem
Audio
AMP
RS232
Transceiver
CPU
Audio
MIC
Speaker
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1.5. Related Document
[1] CAREU U1 Protocol Document
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Chapter 2. Taking A Tour of CAREU U1
This chapter will guide you to the major connectors of the U1 device.
2.1. Dimensions
Dimensions: 108mm x 72mm x 31mm
72.00
31.10
108.00
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2.2. Front View
No. Name Description
PWR Power Connector for Car Battery
I/O Input/Output Connector including basic I/O, RS232
SERIAL Serial Connector
GSM SMA Connector for GSM External Receiver
RF RF Connector for RF Receiver
GPS SMA Connector for GPS External Antenna
2.3. Rear View
1
1
4
2
5
3
6
234
USB Connector
5
6
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Chapter 3. Getting Started with CAREU U1
To install the U1 device, follow the instructions below for basic operations.
3.1. Hardware Installation
1. SIM Card Installation
• Remove the screw at the bottom of the device to open it. Then you will nd the SIM
card slot inside.
• Insert your SIM card into the device with SIM card's gold area down and the
notched corner toward the notched edge of the SIM card socket. Make sure it is
installed correctly in place. Reinstall the cover.
SIM Card
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2. GPS Antenna Connection
• Connect the GPS antenna to the SMA connector jack on the front side of the device
(circled as the illustration below) by completely screwing the GPS antenna's plug
connector.
• It is recommended that a matching torque 7-10 inch pounds (80-110 N.cm) should
be used for the SMA connector.
3. GSM Antenna Connection
• Connect the GSM antenna to the SMA connector jack on the front side of the device
(circled) as illustration below) by completely screwing the GSM antenna's plug
connector.
• It is recommended that a matching torque 7-10 inch pounds (80-110 N.cm) should
be used for the SMA connector.
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4. Power, RS-232, and I/O Cable Connection
• Connect 4-wire power cable to the power connector on the front side of U1 device
(8~30V)
• Connect the 8-wire cable to U1 device which enables U1's connection to your
system and also to related peripherals.
Only these 4 pins
are to connect to
your PC.
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5. I/O Cable Connection
6. USB Cable Connection
7. G-Sensor Installation Consideration
The device uses a 3-axis G-Force sensor to detect the vehicle motion and the impact
on the vehicle. The X, Y and Z axis denition will be affected by the location of device
installation.
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8. Microphone Installation (Optional)
Connect the microphone set to the 8-wire cables rst. Plug the connector of the 8-wire
cable completely into to the seial port on the front side of the device. See the
illustration below.
9. Speaker Installation (Optional)
Connect the speaker set to the 8-wire cables rst. Plug the connector of the 8-wire
cable completely into to the seial port on the front side of the device. See the
illustration below.
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3.2. Connector Pin Assignment
Connector Pin Denition
1. PWR Connector
Pin# Signal Name Description I/O Electrical Characteristic
1 DC IN Power supply input I DC Vin = +8 ~ +30V
Normal = 70mA @ 12V
2 GND Signal ground ----
3 Ignition Ignition(ACC) Input I DC Vin = +30 ~ +0.7V (Active high)
4 Output1 Open-Collector
Output1 O Imax = 300mA
2. I/O Connector
Pin# Signal Name Description I/O Electrical Characteristic
1
Analog Input
2Analog Input 2 I DC VIN = +30V ~ 0V (default)
Input 3
(Optional)
Positive Trigger
input 3 IDC VIN = +30V ~ +0.7V (High
Active)
2 Input 4 Positive Trigger
input 4 IDC VIN = +30V ~ +0.7V (High
Active)
3 Input 1 Negative Trigger
input 1 I DC VIN = +0.6V ~ 0V (Low Active)
4 Input 2 Negative Trigger
input 2 I DC VIN = +0.6V ~ 0V (Low Active)
5Analog Input
1Analog input 1 I DC VIN = +30V ~ 0V
6 GND Signal ground ----
7 Output 2 Open-Collector
Output 2 O Imax = 300mA
11 91 95 5 133 3 3 117 7 15
22 102 106 6 144 4 4 128 8 16
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Pin# Signal Name Description I/O Electrical Characteristic
8 Output 3 Open-Collector
Output 3 O Imax = 300mA
9 CAN H CAN High I VI = 2.75V ~ 4.5V
10 CAN L CAN Low I VI = 0.5V ~ 2.25V
3. Serial Connector
Pin# Signal Name Description IO Electrical Characteristic
1 Vout 1 Supply voltage output O Vo = +5V (Vout 1~3 Total Imax =
500mA)
2 GND Signal ground ----
3 TX1 RS232 Data output O
4 RX1 RS232 Data input I
5 Vout 2 Supply voltage output O
6 GND Signal ground ----
7 TX2 RS232 Data output O
8 RX2 RS232 Data input I
9Vout 3
1-Wire
Supply voltage output
1-Wire Data input
O
I(Optional)
10 GND
1-Wire_GND
Signal ground
1-Wire ground
----
----
11 TX3 RS232 Data output O
12 RX3 RS232 Data input I
13 SPK+ Audio output O
14 SPK- Audio output O
15 MIC+ Microphone Input I
16 MIC- Microphone Input I
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3.3. USB Device Driver Installation
CAREU U1 communicates with your host computer by either RS-232 or USB
interface.
In some newer editions of Windows XP, the U1 device can be installed as a "virtual COM
port" device whereby U1 would automatically access Windows XP's inbox USB drivers.
While in some other earlier editions of Windows XP, you would need to manually
install the USB driver for the U1 device. In the following content of this section,
you will be guided to how the installation can be done in both cases.
To install the device driver for U1,
Connect the U1 device to your system with an USB cable as mentioned in USB Cable
Connection on page 10.
As soon as the connection is made between U1 and your computer, a balloon appears
above the notication area saying an USB device is found.
Click on this balloon to start [Found New Hardware] wizard.
Select No, not this time. Press Next button to proceed.
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1. Automatic Installation
If the wizard prompts to help you install the software for "STMicroelectronics Virtual
COM Port". Select Install the software automatically (Recommended). Press Next
button to proceed.
The wizard proceeds to install the driver.
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The installation completes.
In [Device Manager], U1 device is included under Ports (COM & LPT) as
"STMicroelectronics Virtual COM Port". COM port number is displayed as well.
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2. Manual Installation
After you select No, not this time, if the wizard only prompts to help you install software
for "USB device", you need to manually install the driver. Select Install from a list or
specic location (Advanced). Press Next button to proceed.
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