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FM-Eco4 S Series User Manual 2019/08 Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
2019-05-28 1.11 Updated wiring diagram for the FM-Eco4 S light. 2019-08-02 1.12 Updated description of “Default configuration” in “Device configuration”. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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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 wrong cables for the computer ↔ device connection.
– the drivers are required in order to connect the device to a computer. All links are also provided in the corresponding sections, where additional information might be needed. Note Ruptela documentation website address: doc.ruptela.lt Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319...
3 Device description 3.1 About Ruptela’s FM-Eco4 S device is a 4 generation 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 networks. The FM-Eco4 S Series devices come in the following variations:...
There are several peripheral accessories that can be connected to FM-Eco4 devices. With these peripherals you can get even more features and extended functionalities. All available peripherals can be purchased from Ruptela. Please contact your sales manager for more details. Note 1-Wire power maximum power output is 80 mA @ 4.1 V...
Twice every 5 seconds Two devices connected Three times every 5 seconds Three devices connected Once every 5 seconds Sleep/deep sleep mode Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
( ). Then push the remaining side down until the housing is fully closed. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
Connect the 12 Pin cable plug to the Micro-Fit slot on see the picture on the right the device ( ). The cable can be connected only in one way. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
4.5 Wiring diagram Power input: 6-31.5 V DC. We recommend an external 1 A fuse. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
The configuration can be done without an external power supply – the device can be powered for configuration via USB. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
(2) into its place, make sure it is inserted tightly. Important! If step 4 is not completed, the housing will not be waterproof! Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
5.6 Wiring diagram Power input: 6-31.5 V DC. We recommend an external 1 A fuse. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
If you are running a 64-bit OS, launch dpinst_amd64.exe (2.) Windows 7 Users might get a Security Warning message. Click Yes (3.). Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Wait for the setup to complete the installation and click Finish (5.). The driver is now installed and ready to use. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
7. If any changes were made to the currently loaded configuration, a small “*” symbol will appear next to the name of the configuration. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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(loaded with the configuration file). You can log in to your tracking platform to see whether the device is sending data. Note APN name, login and password should be provided by your mobile network operator. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
The buttons become active once the device is connected. Send FW is used to send new firmware to your device manually. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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In the dropdown list below the Send FW button you can select the model of the device. If you connected the device to your computer, the device name should be displayed automatically. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
ACK from the IP1 server. This can cause information loss in the IP2 server. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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MII – major industry identifier, the value is always 89 CC – country code (e.g. 370) II – issuer identifier APN name – the name of the APN Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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SIM commands. Unknown – the communication between the device and the GSM/GPRS modem failed, the SIM status is unknown. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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A full functionality description can be found on our documentation website. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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, the sensor will detect even the slightest movements. If you slide it to , only strong movements will be detected. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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For more information about this functionality, go to our documentation website and look for the “Transparent channel and Identification string” document. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
Any IO events (except those related to disabled peripherals, according to sleep configuration) that High are set to generate records on priority will wake up the device. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Servers mode is used. Timetable allows you to select particular days and hours for the data to be sent at. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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The device is configured to gather records every second. Depending on the device’s state, record gathering time might deviate and last longer (i.e. 2, 3 or even 5 seconds). Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Banned means that the device was unable to connect to the operator or the server failed to respond to 3 consecutive ping requests. The blacklist is cleared after device reset or power off. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Clicking the Clear All button will clear all operators from the current profile operator list. Clicking the Clear Blacklist button will clear all operators from the blacklist. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
, the device will wait for suitable conditions to open the link to server and send the record. 10. You can configure the device to Switch to another profile after a change in parameter values. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Clear all IO button, which disables all the enabled IOs along with their configuration in the selected profile. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Lastly, the Enable IO button enables IOs for the selected interface. This button is available only if Protocol v1.1 is enabled! Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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Examples of the custom SMS fields are shown below: Standard rules for SMS alerts apply, described in the “SMS Command list”, available at doc.ruptela.lt, section 1.2.2 “SMS alerts with date & time”. The maximum length of a custom SMS is 50 symbols.
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The selection of the digital input mode depends solely on the peripheral devices connected to the digital inputs. A connection example for both connection modes is shown below. Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
Positive mode: Ground mode: Integration protocol All integration and documentation related questions can be answered by Ruptela technical support: support@ruptela.com Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
The device must be installed tightly in a service access area (e.g. under the dashboard, behind the fuse box), it cannot move or shake. CORRECT INCORRECT Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
It must be uncovered and facing up ( see the picture The best location for the GNSS antenna is marked in blue ( Main Support no.: +370 5 2045030 Polish Support no.: +48 22 2092532 Ukrainian Support no.: +380 947 107319 support@ruptela.com www.ruptela.com...
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