Teltonika MSP500 User manual

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MSP500 First Start
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MSP500 is a special tracking terminal with GNSS/GSM/Bluetooth connectivity, internal
GNSS/GSM antennas, RS232 interface for ESC/POS printer support and internal Ni-Mh
battery. Moreover, device contains integrated buzzer and relay for a speed limiting
functionality based on a fuel pump power supply switching.
Contents
1 Know your device
2 How to insert Micro-SIM card and connect the battery
3 Socket pinout
4 Wiring scheme
4.1 PC Connection (Windows)
4.2 How to install USB drivers (Windows)
4.3 Configuration (Windows)
4.4 Quick SMS configuration
5 Safety information
Know your device
How to insert Micro-SIM card and connect the battery
Gently remove MSP500 cover using plastic pry tool from both sides.1.
Insert Micro-SIM card as shown with PIN request disabled or read Security info how to2.
enter it later in Teltonika Configurator. Make sure that Micro-SIM card cut-off corner is
pointing forward to slot.
Connect battery as shown to device. Position the battery in place where it does not obstruct3.
other components.
After configuration, see “PC Connection (Windows)”, attach device cover back.4.
Device is ready to be installed.

Micro-SIM card insertion/removal must be performed when device is powered off –
external voltage and internal battery disconnected. Otherwise Micro-SIM card might be
damaged or device will not detect it.
Socket pinout
PIN
NUMBER PIN NAME DESCRIPTION
1VCC (10-32)V
DC (+)
Power supply (+10-32 V
DC).
2 RS232 GND RS232 Ground pin.
3 RS232-TX Output for data transmit
through RS232.
4 USB DATA + Differential serial data +
5 USB DATA- Differential serial data -
6GND (-) Ground.
7 AIN1 Analog input, channel 1.
Input range: 0-30 V DC.
8 RS232-RX Input for data receive
through RS232
9 USB GND Ground PIN for USB
10 USB +5V Ground PIN for USB
Wiring scheme
For the more detailed MSP500 device wiring, see the scheme below.
PC Connection (Windows)
Power-up MSP500 with DC voltage 10-30 V power supply using supplied power cable.1.
LED’s should start blinking, see “MSP500 LED status”.
Connect device to computer using USB B-Type cable connection:2.
Using USB B-Type cable
You will need to install USB drivers, see "How to install USB drivers
(Windows)"
You are now ready to use the device on your computer.3.
How to install USB drivers (Windows)
Please download COM port drivers from Teltonika here.1.
Extract and run TeltonikaCOMDriver.exe.2.
Click Next in driver installation window.3.
In the following window click Install button.4.
Setup will continue installing the driver and eventually the confirmation window will appear.5.
Click Finish to complete the setup.

Configuration (Windows)
At first MSP500 device will have default factory settings set. These settings should be changed
according to the user's needs.
Main configuration can be performed via Teltonika Configurator software. Get the latest MSP500
Configurator version from here. Configurator operates on Microsoft Windows OS and uses
prerequisite MS .NET Framework. Make sure you have the correct version installed.
MS .NET requirements
Operating
system
MS .NET
Framework
version
Version Link
• Windows
Vista
• Windows
7
• Windows
8.1
• Windows
10
MS .NET
Framework
4.6.2
32 and
64 bit
www.microsoft.com
Downloaded Configurator will be in compressed archive. Extract it and launch Configurator.exe.
After launch software language can be changed by clicking in the right bottom corner:
Configuration process begins by pressing on connected device:
After connection to Configurator Status window will be displayed:

Various Status window tabs display information about GNSS, GSM, I/O, Maintenance and etc.
MSP500 has one user editable profile, which can be loaded and saved to the device. After any
modification of configuration the changes need to be saved to device using Save to device button.
Main buttons offer following functionality:
Load from device – loads configuration from device.1.
Save to device – saves configuration to device.2.
Load from file – loads configuration from file.3.
Save to file – saves configuration to file.4.
Update firmware – updates firmware on device.5.
Read records – read records from device.6.
Reboot device – restarts device.7.
Reset configuration – sets device configuration to default.8.
Most important configurator section is GPRS – where all your server and GPRS settings can be
configured and Data Acquisition – where data acquiring parameters can be configured. More
details about MSP500 configuration using Configurator can be found here.
Quick SMS configuration
Default configuration has optimal parameters present to ensure best performance of track quality
and data usage.
Quickly set up your device by sending this SMS command to it:
" setparam
2001:APN;2002:APN_username;2003:APN_password;2004:Domain;2005:Port;2006:0"

GPRS settings:
2001 – APN
2002 – APN username (if there are no APN username, empty field should be left)
2003 – APN password (if there are no APN password, empty field should be left)
Server settings:
2004 – Domain
2005 – Port
2006 – Data sending protocol (0 – TCP, 1 – UDP)
Note: Before SMS text, two space symbols should be inserted.
Default configuration settings
Movement and ignition detection:
Vehicle movement will be detected
by accelerometer
Ignition will be detected by
vehicle power voltage
between 13,2 – 30 V
Device makes a record On Moving if one of these events happen:
300 seconds passes Vehicle turns 10° degrees
Vehicle drives 100 meters
Speed difference between
last coordinate and current
position is greater than 10
km/h
Device makes a record On Stop if:
1 hour passes while vehicle is
stationary and ignition is off
Records sending to server:
If device has made a record it is
sent to the server every 120
seconds
After successful SMS configuration, MSP500 device will synchronize time and update records to
configured server. Time intervals and default I/O elements can be changed by using Teltonika
Configurator or SMS parameters.
Safety information
This message contains information on how to operate MSP500 safely. By following these
requirements and recommendations, you will avoid dangerous situations. You must read these
instructions carefully and follow them strictly before operating the device!
The device uses SELV limited power source. The nominal voltage is +12 V DC. The allowed
voltage range is +10..+30V DC.
To avoid mechanical damage, it is advised to transport the device in an impact-proof package.
Before usage, the device should be placed so that its LED indicators are visible. They show the

status of device operation.
Before unmounting the device from the vehicle, ignition MUST be OFF.
===Precautions===
Do not disassemble the device. If the device is damaged, the power supply cables are
not isolated or the isolation is damaged, DO NOT touch the device before unplugging
the power supply.
All wireless data transferring devices produce interference that may affect other
devices which are placed nearby.
Please consult representatives of your vehicle model regarding OBD II location on your
vehicle. In case you are not sure about proper connection, please consult qualified
personnel.
The programming must be performed using a PC with autonomic power supply.
The device is susceptible to water and humidity.
Installation and/or handling during a lightning storm is prohibited.
Teltonika is not responsible for any harm caused by wrong cables used for connection
between PC and MSP500.
WARNING! Do not use MSP500 device if it distracts driver or causes inconvenience due
to OBD II placement. Device must not interfere with driver.