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FOBO Ultra User Manual

Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) using bluetooth smart (bluetooth 4.1 or later) technology
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FOBO ULTRA
User Manual
Version 1.1
(For iOS7.1 and Android 4.30 or later)
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  • Page 1 FOBO ULTRA User Manual Version 1.1 (For iOS7.1 and Android 4.30 or later) P a g e...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    In-Car unit mounting and proposed location Repeater mounting and proposed location 5 Using FOBO Ultra Description of FOBO Ultra App (for iOS) Description of FOBO Ultra App (For Android) Installing FOBO Ultra App Installing FOBO Ultra In-Car unit and sensors...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Vehicle ignition is switched-off. With FOBO Ultra, you will get an alert as soon as the tire pressure drops below a certain pre-set level, even when the Vehicle ignition is switched off as long as you are within Bluetooth range(up to 30 meter with line of sight;...

  • Page 4: Importance Of Tire Care

    FOBO Ultra App. Refer Details at Section 5.3 FOBO Ultra packaging consists of 4 wireless tire sensors, 1 wireless In-Car unit or Repeater and a 24V 10 feet power cable with connector to In-Car or Repeater.
  • Page 5 On the other hand, an overinflated tire will cause accelerated wear on the center portion of the tire resulting in uneven tire wear. It would also result in a harsher ride and makes the tire more susceptible to damage when going over potholes or debris on the road..

  • Page 6: Product Description Of Fobo Ultra

    - In-car unit/Repeater operates with 5AA size batteries. The FOBO Ultra In-Car unit/Repeater is a complex device that performs multiple functions. Due to the shielding effect of the vehicle chassis, some drivers may face difficulty in receiving the tire sensor signals on their smartphone when sitting inside...
  • Page 7 Keep the In-Car unit in the cab and fix the Repeater in the center of the Trailer for optimal functioning of FOBO Ultra. You may remove it for other sensor operation purposes, such as sensor position rotation and sensor disabling but place it back once the sensor operation is completed.
  • Page 8 LED alerts to inform you of a tire pressure problem. Note: In the scenario if user planning not to use the vehicle which is installed with FOBO Ultra In-car unit/ Repeater unit for more than 1 week then it is advisable to remove the in-car unit/Repeater battery.

  • Page 9: Tire Sensor Unit (Tu1602)

    FOBO Ultra packaging box. It is recommended to use In-car /Repeater with external power source. 4.2 Tire Sensor Unit (TU1602) Knob cover Rf4f4 f4f4f 44f4f Single Internal Battery – waterproof cover. Please ensure the red silicon ring...
  • Page 10 Pressure button can be accessed from the App (Kindly refers to Section 5.10 of this user manual). FOBO Ultra sensor units are designed to be robust and operate reliably 24x7 to provide tire information around the clock. It is designed to be water proof...
  • Page 11 A missing or damaged tire sensor can be replaced easily through the In-car unit. You will need to purchase a replacement sensor which you can do so online at www.my-fobo.com. To replace the sensor, first select „Disable Sensor‟ on the In-car unit under sensor Management system and the pop-up will prompt you to tap on the tire position that you want to disable.

  • Page 12: Sensor Lock Nut & Wrench

    4.3 Sensor Lock nut and wrench FOBO Ultra sensors and In-Car unit are tied to a FOBO account after installation. They are not re-usable or transferable without the owner releasing them from his/her FOBO account. This is a theft deterrent feature to discourage theft.
  • Page 13 the wrench to tighten the lock nut. The resultant friction force will make it difficult to remove the sensor unit without loosening the lock nut. For rubber valves, hold the valve stem with one hand and tighten the lock nut with the wrench on another hand.
  • Page 14 Step by step diagram to use FOBO Ultra Lock Nut and wrench 14 | P a g e...

  • Page 15: Extension Valve & Screw On T-Valve

    Extension Valve & Screw-on T-valve Extension Valves are helpful when inflating wheels fitted with short or difficult to reach tire valves. Extension valve is suitable for inner tire valve stem in axles with 4 wheels. The ends of these extensions are easily accessible with plenty of clearance.
  • Page 16 Screw on T-valve and Extension valve Dimensions: To purchase Extension Valve & Screw-on T-Valve you can write in at fobo@salutica.com.my. 16 | P a g e...

  • Page 17: In-Car Unit Mounting And Proposed Location

    4.5 In- Car unit mounting and proposed location It is advisable to mount the In-Car unit at the proposed location in the cab for better signal reception. This proposed in-car unit location will ensure the maximum signal reception from all the sensors. Refer to the illustration below showing mounting and proposed location: 17 | P a g e...
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  • Page 19: Repeater Mounting And Proposed Location

    4.6 Repeater mounting and proposed location Refer to the illustration below, showing repeater mounting and proposed location: Step 1: 19 | P a g e...
  • Page 20 Step 2 & 3: Step 4: 20 | P a g e...

  • Page 21: Description Of Fobo Ultra App (For Ios)

    5.1.1 Email address Login Button E-mail address - Your FOBO account and vehicle profile information will be referenced to this e-mail address. Please use a valid e-mail address. Login button - click here to login after you have registered and activated an account.
  • Page 22 5.1.2 FOBO Ultra App home page (for iOS) Add in-car General settings unit/Repeater button button Vehicle profile Add Tag button – Click here to add new in-car unit/Repeater to your FOBO account General settings button – Click here to get to general settings screen.
  • Page 23 Alarm Tone Feedback Log out Cancel – Click here to get back to FOBO Ultra App home page. Pressure settings – To choose preferred pressure units. Temperature settings: To choose preferred temperature units. Alert at Zero pressure – Turn on to receive alert at zero pressure.
  • Page 24 Tire position 12A/2B 12C/2D 13A/3B 13C/3D 14A/4B 14C/4D Cancel - Click here to get back to FOBO Ultra App home page. Tire Position – Click on the tire position to get Pressure and temperature readings. 24 | P a g e...
  • Page 25 Information – Click here to get details of what each color tire represents. Settings – Click here to set Pressure thresholds, change picture, FOBO Share, Type of vehicle, Vehicle name. Note: Sensor positions shown above are meant for illustration of the concept.
  • Page 26 Number of Axles Pressure Settings Add Sharee button Cancel – Click here to get back to FOBO Ultra App detail page. Vehicle image – Click here to capture vehicle image. Pressure settings – Click here to set Min/Rec/Max pressure thresholds.
  • Page 27 Description of FOBO Ultra App (For Android) 5.2.1 FOBO Ultra App Home page (For Android) General Settings Drawer Vehicle Profile Add in-car unit/Repeater Button – Vehicle profile Click here to get to detail page/Vehicle status page Add in-car unit/ Repeater Button...
  • Page 28 – Drawer Click here to get In-car list, Pair with an in-car, General Settings, Application information, Log out and Feedback. 28 | P a g e...
  • Page 29 5.2.2 General Settings page (for Android) Pressure Unit Temperature Unit Alarm Tone Alert at Zero Pressure Pressure Unit – To choose preferred pressure units. Temperature Unit: To choose preferred temperature units. Alarm Tone – To choose type of alarm tone. Alert at Zero pressure –...
  • Page 30 5.2.3 FOBO Ultra App detail page (For Android): Settings Information Tire Position Tire Position – Click on the tire position to get Pressure and temperature readings. Information – Click here to get details of what each color tire represents. Settings – Click here to set Pressure thresholds, change picture, FOBO Share, Type of vehicle, Vehicle name.
  • Page 31 5.2.4 FOBO Ultra App Settings page (For Android): Save Vehicle Image Vehicle Name Total Number of Axles Pressure Settings Vehicle image – Click here to capture vehicle image. Total Number of Axles – Click here to choose total number of Axles.

  • Page 32: Installing Fobo Ultra App

     You will receive an email from FOBO with an activation link.  Click on the activation link that you receive in your email.  Once activated, go back to the FOBO Ultra App and click on login again.  You be brought to the App‟s Home screen.
  • Page 33 FOBO Ultra is designed to be a low energy system and does not drain your smartphone battery excessively. By submitting your information to sign up a new user account, you acknowledge your acceptance to the terms and conditions of our Software Licensing Agreement and Privacy Policy.
  • Page 34 It is impossible for us to test every combination and check the fitment of the FOBO Ultra sensor. In some instances, when the FOBO sensor is screwed onto the valve stem, it might extend slightly beyond the face of the rim/wheel.

  • Page 35: Sensor Rotation

    Choose NEXT to go to another tire position to rotate. Choose END to complete the rotation process. You are now ready to use FOBO Ultra with the new tire positions. You can perform tire rotation as often as you want.

  • Page 36: Release (Total/Sensor)

    5.7 Release (Total/Sensor) Release Total System: Before passing on your FOBO Ultra set to another user, you will have to release the Total system from your FOBO account. Select “Release (Total/ sensor)” under Main Menu on in-car unit then “Release total system”.

  • Page 37: Tire Inflation/Deflation

    46 wheel positions with a combination of 1 In-Car + 1 Repeater cluster. For example, for a prime mover that hauls 1 trailer, FOBO Ultra allows 1 In- Car unit for the prime mover and 1 repeater unit for the Trailer. 1 In-Car unit can monitor up to a cluster of 22 sensors while Repeater unit can monitor up to a cluster of 24 sensors.
  • Page 38 However the sensors will still be operational 24x7 and continue to monitor and alert to your smartphone in case of flat tire. WARNING: FOBO Ultra IS A MONITORING DEVICE TO ALERTS THE USER WHEN IT DETECTS SIGNALS THAT IS OUT OF PRE-SET CONDITIONS BASED ON THE SETTING BY THE USER.
  • Page 39 Summary of alerts: Definition Audio Alerts In-car unit /Repeater - 2 Tones (Low-High) will occur All LEDs on STARTUP once L1 ALERT 5 tones (High) will occur once. Amber LED will Blinks Alert will re-occur when in- (8% below or 25 % above 5 times for once unit/Repeater wakes up, provided recommended tire pressure)

  • Page 40: Replacing Battery - Sensor, In-Car And Repeater

    It is advisable to change the battery once you receive this battery alert to ensure proper performance of FOBO Ultra. Do not wait until the battery is fully drained as it will cause FOBO Ultra to stop working properly.
  • Page 41 B) Incorrect Way to Insert Battery In-car unit Battery Replacement: To replace battery for the In-Car unit, open the battery cover and take out the battery pack. Ensure the battery (AA) is inserted in the correct orientation. It is advisable to use good quality AA batteries (recommended Lithium or Alkaline) for long lasting performance of In-Car unit.
  • Page 42 Battery pack condition Step 2: Step 1: Replace the battery. Detach the Velcro and pull out the strap. Repeater Unit Battery replacement: To replace battery for the Repeater unit, open the battery cover and take out the battery pack. Ensure the battery (AA) is inserted in the correct orientation. It is advisable to use good quality AA batteries (recommended Lithium or Alkaline) for long lasting performance of In-Car unit.

  • Page 43: Trouble Shooting Guide

    BATTERIES IN THE IN-CAR UNIT MAY DAMAGE THE ELECTRONICS. Trouble Shooting Guide  Could not sign up a new FOBO account (did not receive activation e- mail) Check the e-mail address entry is typed correctly Check the Spam mailbox, in case the e-mail was filtered by the e-...
  • Page 44 Ready) capability. NOTE: BLUETOOTH 2.0 OR 3.0 WILL NOT WORK WITH THIS DEVICE. Please check if the FOBO Ultra has been paired before to another FOBO account. You‟ll need to “Release” the FOBO Ultra set from the FOBO account that it is paired to, before using on your account.

  • Page 45: Fobo Ultra Specifications

    FOBO Ultra Specifications Sensor Specifications (Model - TU1602) • Maximum Pressure 1296 Kpa (188 psi) • Pressure Accuracy: 1 σ = +/- 0.79 psi (0 to + 50 °C) 1 σ = +/- 1.06 psi (-40 to + 85°C) •...

  • Page 46: Warning

     You shall not use the FOBO Ultra in any unlawful way that violates any laws.  Avoid exposing the FOBO Ultra In-Car unit and sensors to solvent, fire or extreme temperatures.

  • Page 47: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device (PTP-TU1601) complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 48 Industry Canada statement: This device (10617A-TU1601) complies with ISED‟s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 49 interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
  • Page 50 Directive 1999/5/EC. Caution: Changes or modifications to this FOBO device not expressly Approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user‟s authority to operate it.

  • Page 51: Intellectual Properties

     Proximity (PXP)  Device Information Service (DIS) Bluetooth Wireless Interoperability: This FOBO device is designed to be interoperating with all Bluetooth wireless products that support compatible profiles and roles including:  Bluetooth core technology v4.0  Bluetooth master and slave roles [警語內容]...

  • Page 52: Limited Warranty And Disclaimer

    ("Ancillary Equipment") not furnished or otherwise certified by Salutica for use with the FOBO products or any damage to the FOBO products or ancillary equipment as a result of such use; 4) damage caused by (a) accident, fire, misuse, neglect, unusual physical or electrical stress, or modification;...

  • Page 53: Limitation Of Liability

    COMPONENT OR PART THAT MALFUNCTION IN CONDITIONS OF NORMAL USE. EXCEPT AS INDICATED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL SALUTICA BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE FOBO ULTRA PRODUCT OR THE FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT TO PERFORM, INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR...

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