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Added the section “Eco Driving” 07/2016 Related documentation Given below is a list of the documentation related to AutoGRAPH on-board controller. • Configuration and setup. AG.GSMConf software. This document covers detailed instruction related to AutoGRAPH on-board controller configuration using the AG.GSMConf software.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Safe Operation Recommendations This section contains important information compatibility and radio spectrum Matters for effective and safe operation. Please (ERM); Electromagnetic Compatibility read the information below before using (EMC) standards for radio equipments and...
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL General Information on Safe Use Medical Devices Explosion Hazard Zones Cardiac Pacemakers SWITCH OFF the device when entering the Medical Device Manufacturers Association explosion hazard zone. Explosion hazard advises to use mobile communication devices...
AutoGRAPH dispatch software. Additionally, it is available to read data from the controller via USB. AutoGRAPH on-board controller of all available modifications may be used in any types of vehicles. For AutoGRAPH controllers equipped with only GSM modem, data transfer is possible only when IMPORTANT GSM mobile network operator, which supports General Packet Radio Service (GPRS), is available.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Components of AutoGRAPH Controller (standard case) 1. COMM LED. 2. STATUS LEDs. 3. NAVIGATION LED. 4. Mounting bracket. S/N 0360000 5. Label with serial number. 6. Fastening screw of a back cover (x4). 7. Manufacturer’s label.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Components of AutoGRAPH Controller (protective case) Optionally AutoGRAPH on-board controller may be supplied in a protective case providing high ingress protection rate and sealing option. 1. Sealing hole (x2). 2. Fastening screw of a protective cover (x2) 3.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Interface Connectors Set of interface connectors may vary depending on the AutoGRAPH controller functionality. Variant 1 Variant 1 of the interface connectors is applicable for AutoGRAPH-GSM controllers. Power supply connector № Colour of a wire in a cable...
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AutoGRAPH-GSM+, AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi and AutoGRAPH-WiFi controllers. The GS-3 interface connector is not available in AutoGRAPH-WiFi controller once it is not equipped with GSM modem providing voice communication. Power supply connector № Colour of a wire in a cable...
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL 6-pin CAN / RS-485 / Inputs 7-8 connector № Colour of a wire in a cable Assignment Green with a white stripe CAN (H) Black with a white stripe Digital input 7 (active high)
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi controllers 2G GSM / 3G UMTS WI-FI MODEM GLONASS • GPS RECEIVER 2 x SIM BLUETOOTH AUDIO INTERFACE RS-232 BACKUP BATTERY RS-485 I CHARGER RS-485 II POWER SUPPLY DRIVER CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT 1-WIRE...
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL AutoGRAPH-WiFi controllers WI-FI MODULE GLONASS • GPS RECEIVER BLUETOOTH MODULE RS-232 BACKUP BATTERY CHARGER RS-485 I RS-485 II POWER SUPPLY DRIVER CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT 1-WIRE CAN I FLASH MEMORY SD-card / MMC MEMORY CAN II...
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Bluetooth module Bluetooth module supporting low energy technology Bluetooth Smart and integrated in AutoGRAPH tracker is a 2.4 GHz radio unit with a built-in controller intended for wireless connection of external devices and sensors to the tracker. All connected devices must be Bluetooth Smart compatible.
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The central processing unit is the core of AutoGRAPH controller, which unites all of the system components together and ensures their interaction in accordance with the program stored in the device.
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Long-term exposure of the controller to the maximum values of the supply circuit may cause irreparable damage to the protection circuits due to overheating or disruption. This may lead to IMPORTANT failure of the device. DO NOT exceed the maximum values stated. Operating voltage range and maximum supply voltage values are specified in Technical Specifications section.
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In simple case, the discrete output can be used to warn about speeding, an entrance or exit of the geofenced area, etc. Frequency-to-Analogue Converter is an electronic device produced by TechnoKom. The Converter is not supplied with AutoGRAPH tracker. To purchase the product, contact the manufacture.
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• configure and check the performance of the controller by means of the configuration program – AG.GSMConf; • read data from the device so as to deliver them to the AutoGRAPH Dispatch Software (AutoGRAPH 5 PRO); • update processor microcode (firmware) of the device;...
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The input provides measurement with an accuracy of up to 0,01%, but not accurate then 0,01 Hz (0,6 rpm) The readings of the RPM input can be used in AutoGRAPH 5 dispatch software to calculate total revolution of a vehicle engine for required interval, control ready-mix trucks operation, filter operation time of different mechanism at the base of RPM readings, and etc.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Brief Description of Vehicle Tracking System Operation GLONASS and GPS VEHICLES MOBILE INTERNET VOICE and SMS 3G/GPRS (GSM) WI-FI DATA BASE SERVERS INTERNET or LOCAL NETWORK MOBILE DEVICES PERSONAL COMPUTERS WEB-INTERFACES DATA EXPORT AND REPORTS...
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MS Windows platforms (AutoGRAPH 5 PRO) and WEB one (AutoGRAPH 5 WEB) Either on a regular basis or upon occur- for access to data using an Internet browser.
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It should be noted that this brief description covers just one of the simple operation schemes of the NOTE vehicle tracking system based on AutoGRAPH controllers hardware and software. The device has a range of customizations available to tailor the product to the users’ needs.
To make the tracker ready for the simplest operation scheme it would be sufficient just to install a SIM card, GPS/GLONASS and GSM antennas, and to connect the tracker to power supply source. However, the hardware and software of AutoGRAPH controllers include an extensive range of features and capabilities, which allow for easy configuration, customization and adaptation of the system to the needs of a user.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Installation of SIM Card The AutoGRAPH controller is equipped with a dual SIM holder. In order for the controller to log in GSM network, it is necessary to install at least one SIM card in the controller. This is required for the tracker to be able to transfer data to a server by means of GPRS.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Installation of MicroSD Card The AutoGRAPH-GSM controller is equipped with a slot for microSD card located on the upper side of the PCB. The microSD card is used to store photos from cameras connected to the tracker and logs of operation.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of GPS/GLONASS Antenna The controller is supplied with magnetic mounted waterproof, active GPS/GLONASS antenna. The GPS/GLONASS antenna is connected to the connector in the lower-right part of the AutoGRAPH-GSM controller. The position of the GPS/GLONASS antenna is critical to goof performance of the GPS receiver, therefore it is highly recommended to plan the antenna’s position on a vehicle before...
GSM and Wi-Fi signals is supplied with AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi controller. • Whip Wi-Fi antenna with a magnetic base. This antenna is supplied with AutoGRAPH-WiFi controllers. These antennas must be connected to the connector in the lower-left part of the controller.
GPRS and web traffic. The fuse should be placed as close as possible to the point where the AutoGRAPH-GSM is IMPORTANT connected to the vehicle power system.
The tracker can be setup to send a low voltage notification via SMS to a preset telephone number, if the backup supply voltage falls below 11 V. It should be note, that AutoGRAPH-GSM is not equipped with the battery charger. All other modifications of AutoGRAPH controller have a built-in charger to charge connected back up battery.
Connection of Digital Inputs 1...4 (active low) AutoGRAPH controllers has four active low digital inputs: two inputs – on power supply connector (pin 3, pin 7), two inputs – on 4/6-pin CAN / 1-Wire / Output 2 / Inputs 3-4 connector (pin 10, pin 13).
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL External Connection Diagram of Active Low Digital Input The external connection diagram for the active low digital input can vary depending on the position of the vehicle battery disconnecting switch in the circuit (see Power Supply Connection diagrams).
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection Diagram for Active Low Digital Input Inductive Load Circuit: Sometimes, it is necessary to integrate the controller’s digital input into a circuit with an inductive load, such as a relay winding, solenoid valve or any other device that has an inductance coil.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of Digital Inputs 7...8 (active high) AutoGRAPH controllers have two active high digital inputs, arranged on 6-pin CAN/ RS-485 / Inputs 7-8 connector (pin 16, pin 19). Active high digital input has two states: logical «1», when the input is powered by supply voltage.
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection Diagram for Active High Digital Input Inductive Load Circuit: Sometimes, it is necessary to integrate the controller’s digital input into a circuit with an inductive load such as a relay winding, solenoid valve or any other device, which has inductance coil.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of High-impedance Digital Input AutoGRAPH-GSM+, AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi and AutoGRAPH-WiFi controllers have one high-impedance active high input (pin 26 on the 6-pin RS-232 / RS-485 / RPM / Input 9 interface connector). High-impedance digital input is intended to connect a device with a voltage output to the tracker.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of Analogue Inputs AutoGRAPH controller has two 10-bit analogue inputs: pin 4 and pin 8 on the power supply connector. The analogue inputs allow measurement of voltage levels from devices with an analogue voltage output, i.e. signals from an analogue fuel level sensor.
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL External Connection Diagram of Analogue Inputs: ANALOG INPUT 2 (0..24V) - BROWN (8) ANALOG INPUT 1 (0..10V) - GREEN (4) ANALOG SENSORS Most analogue sensors are connected to the –Vin line of the vehicle power system. So, if the –Vin line is disconnected (e.g., by a disconnecting switch), the state of the analogue input will be undefined and...
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of Outputs The AutoGRAPH tracker has two open collector digital outputs: the first output is arranged on the power supply interface connector (pin 6), the second one is arranged on the 4/6-pin CAN / 1-Wire / Output 2 / Inputs 3-4 connector (pin 11).
Current version of AutoGRAPH trackers supports wireless connection of TKLS fuel level sensors of TechnoKom production. To connect TKLS fuel level sensors to AutoGRAPH controller via Bluetooth, the controller firmware IMPORTANT must be AGEX-12.12 or higher and firmware of TKLS sensors must be TKLS-01.38 or higher.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL 1-Wire Bus AutoGRAPH controller are equipped with a 1-Wire bus intended to connect touch memory iButton reader and up to 8 temperature sensors, designed by TechnoKom Ltd. or DS18B20 thermometers. Furthermore, proximity card readers compatible with the iButton protocol can be connected to the controller via the 1-Wire bus.
232 bus: 1. NMEA 0183 coordinates output – intended to send coordinate data in NMEA 0183 protocol to any external device connected to the tracker via RS-232, e.g. AutoGRAPH- NAVIGATOR display. This mode is set by default. 2. CAN-LOG (or CAN-LOG 2) – intended to receive data from CAN-LOG 2 device.
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL RS-232 (EIA/TIA-232-E) Connection Diagram: RS-232 «RxD» (24) ORANGE with GREEN STRIPE RS-232 «TxD» (21) BROWN with BLUE STRIPE Connection of CAN-LOG 2 to the controller Designed by TechnoKom Ltd.: The following is an example of connection the CAN-LOG 2 module to the tracker. This device is powered by P145_20 controllers, designed by Farvater Ltd.
Amongst such devices are: fuel level sensors (up to 8 sensors simultaneously), passenger traffic metering system, input expander, display for messaging with a vehicle driver, AutoGRAPH-CR device, temperature sensors which support MODBUS protocol, etc. The additional RS-485-2 bus is intended for photo cameras connection and connection of external device, enabled by the device configuration.
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Also LLS and Modbus protocols can be used to receive data from TKLS sensors. Given below is a connection diagram of TKLS fuel level sensor to RS-485-1 bus of AutoGRAPH controller. This diagram is applicable for third-party fuel level sensors connecting to the controller via RS-485 bus.
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The AutoGRAPH-CardReader-SMART is designed to read RFID and SIM cards. The ID (identification number) of inserted card is transmitted to AutoGRAPH controller via RS-485 bus. Up to 250 IDs can be stored in the flash memory of the AutoGRAPH-CardReader- SMART. Each card can customize outputs of the card reader when connecting.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL CAN Bus (SAE J1939 / FMS) Depending on modification, AutoGRAPH controllers are equipped with one or two CAN buses: • AutoGRAPH-GSM controller is equipped with one CAN bus (CAN 1). • Controllers AutoGRAPH-GSM+, AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi and AutoGRAPH-WiFi are equipped with two CAN buses (CAN1 and CAN2) CAN1 bus is arranged on 6-pin CAN / RS-485 / Inputs 7-8 connector: pin 15 and pin 18.
– a number of pairs of poles (e.g. p=6 for the most of vehicle produced in Russia); i – gear ratio; This formula can be used only when the RPM input of AutoGRAPH tracker is connected to a phase winding of the generator. Because the conversion coefficient depends on how the RPM IMPORTANT input is connected to rotating mechanism.
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Connection of Backup Battery To avoid the AutoGRAPH controller turning off, if the main power supply shuts down, the power supply driver supports connection of a rechargeable backup battery. As a backup battery, the tracker uses a lead/acid rechargeable battery of 12 V and 1.2 to 2 Ah capacity.
The loudspeaker with should be connected to the 4-pin audio connector. AutoGRAPH tracker is equipped with an audio amplifier providing output power of 1.5 W at the load of 8 Ohm. Audio interface allows the tracker both to calll two preset phone numbers and receive incom- ing calls from any numbers.
The AutoGRAPH tracker has four LEDs arranged on the front side of the case and intended to indicate the tracker operation: • COMM LED (red/blue) indicates operation of GSM modem and Wi-Fi module. • STATUS STATUS1 (orange) – indicates state of data transmission.
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AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL The COMM LED of AutoGRAPH controllers equipped only with GSM modem will flash only orange. Likewise, the COMM LED of AutoGRAPH controllers equipped only with Wi-Fi module will flash NOTE only blue. Both colour of the COMM LED are used only in AutoGRAPH-GSM+WiFi equipped with both Wi-Fi module and GSM modem.
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• Data reading – the STATUS LED2 is constantly ON. • Writing the settings – the NAV LED frequently flashes red. You must take into account the specific operation of bi-colour COMM LED in AutoGRAPH trackers equipped with both Wi-Fi module and GSM modem, because in case of simultaneous...
NOTE style of driving causes crash situations on roads. Eco driving mode allows you to analyse how accurate a driver uses a vehicle and generate different report on driving styles if driver in AutoGRAPH Dispatch Software. How to start Eco driving mode: •...
AutoGRAPH ON-BOARD CONTROLLER • USER MANUAL Drivers Installation This section covers the procedure of installing the drivers of the AutoGRAPH controller for Microsoft Windows 7 OS. When connecting the tracker to a PC for the first time, the system will automatically download the device drivers from Windows Update server if the Internet connection is available.
For detailed information on configuration the tracker using the AG.GSMConf program see NOTE document «Configuration and setup. AG.GSMConf Software». For more information on reading data from the tracker using the AutoGRAPH 5 PRO Dispatch NOTE Software see «AutoGRAPH 5 PRO Software. User Manual» document.
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