Advanced

Configurator
User Manual

v1.6

2020-01-10
Table of Contents
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Purpose of This Document ......................................................................................... 5
1.2 Legal Information ...................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Document Application ................................................................................................ 5
1.4 Contact Information................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Document Changelog................................................................................................. 6
1.6 Safety Information..................................................................................................... 6
1.7 Notations .................................................................................................................. 7
1.8 Acronyms and Abbreviations....................................................................................... 8
1.9 References ................................................................................................................ 9
2 Prerequisites .................................................................................................................. 10
3 About the Advanced Configurator .................................................................................... 11
3.1 Configuration File Extensions .................................................................................... 11
3.2 Advanced Configurator Overview .............................................................................. 12
3.2.1 Menu toolbar: File ............................................................................................. 13
3.2.2 Menu toolbar: Tools .......................................................................................... 14
3.2.3 Configuration File Information ............................................................................ 15
3.2.4 Connected Device Information ........................................................................... 16
3.2.5 Configuration Password ..................................................................................... 17
3.3 Configuring the FM Device for the First Time ............................................................. 18
4 Device Communication ................................................................................................... 20
4.1 Communication Protocol........................................................................................... 21
4.2 APN Settings ........................................................................................................... 21
4.2.1 Lock FM device to the SIM card .......................................................................... 22
4.2.2 AutoAPN .......................................................................................................... 23
4.3 Connection settings ................................................................................................. 24
4.3.1 Two Servers ..................................................................................................... 25
4.3.2 Periodical Redirect ............................................................................................ 26
4.3.3 SSL Authentication ............................................................................................ 27
4.4 GNSS...................................................................................................................... 29
4.5 Send Data Without GPS Fix ...................................................................................... 30
4.6 Identification String ................................................................................................. 31
5 Driver Registration and Authorization ............................................................................... 32
6 Eco-Drive ...................................................................................................................... 34
7 Vehicle Movement .......................................................................................................... 35

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 7.1 Geofencing ............................................................................................................. 36
7.2 Auto-Geofencing...................................................................................................... 37
7.3 Towing Detection .................................................................................................... 38
7.4 Impact and Rollover Detection .................................................................................. 39
7.4.1 Accident Detection ............................................................................................ 40
7.4.2 Rollover Detection ............................................................................................. 42
7.5 Movement Sensor Sensitivity .................................................................................... 43
8 Profile Settings .............................................................................................................. 44
8.1 Sleep Mode ............................................................................................................. 45
8.2 Data Sending .......................................................................................................... 46
8.3 Data Collection ........................................................................................................ 48
8.4 Cellular Network Settings ......................................................................................... 49
8.5 Operator List ........................................................................................................... 50
9 IO Parameters ............................................................................................................... 51
9.1 Enable IO ............................................................................................................... 52
9.2 Enabling IO Parameters Manually.............................................................................. 53
9.3 Using Enable common IO ......................................................................................... 54
10 Peripherals and Interfaces ........................................................................................... 55
10.1 Extended Protocol ................................................................................................... 56
10.2 Serial Port Interfaces ............................................................................................... 57
10.3 K-Line Interface ...................................................................................................... 58
10.4 CAN Interface ......................................................................................................... 59
10.4.1 CAN Interface Modes......................................................................................... 60
10.4.2 Additional CAN Mode Parameters ....................................................................... 61
10.4.3 Possible Combinations of CAN Modes .................................................................. 63
10.4.4 Manufacturer Specific OBD Data Reading ............................................................ 64
10.5 Light Commercial Vehicle Configuration ..................................................................... 66
10.5.1 Manual Selection ............................................................................................... 67
10.5.2 LCV Selection Wizard......................................................................................... 67
10.5.3 LCV Autoselect.................................................................................................. 68
10.6 1-Wire Interface ...................................................................................................... 70
10.7 Digital Inputs .......................................................................................................... 71
10.8 Digital Outputs ........................................................................................................ 72
10.9 Audio Settings ......................................................................................................... 73
11 SMS Commands and Settings....................................................................................... 74
11.1 Authorized Numbers ................................................................................................ 75
11.2 SMS Alerts .............................................................................................................. 77

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12 Finishing the Configuration .......................................................................................... 78
13 Updating the Firmware ................................................................................................ 79
13.1 Firmware File Extensions .......................................................................................... 79
13.2 Updating Firmware Automatically .............................................................................. 79
13.3 Updating Firmware Manually .................................................................................... 80

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1 Introduction
1.1 Purpose of This Document
The purpose of this user manual is to provide information about the advanced configurator. This
user manual describes the main features of the advanced configurator and how to use it. Detailed
descriptions of functionalities and peripheral devices can be found on our documentation website:
doc.ruptela.lt.

1.2 Legal Information

Copyright © 2020 Ruptela. All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of
parts or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of
Ruptela is prohibited. Other products and company names mentioned in this document are
trademarks or trade names of their respective owners.

1.3 Document Application

The advanced configurator can be used with all 4th generation FM devices and all computers with a
Windows 7/8/10 operating system.

1.4 Contact Information

General enquiries

Website: ruptela.com

E-mail: info@ruptela.com

Phone: +370 5 2045188

Technical support

E-mail: support@ruptela.com

Phone: +370 5 2045030

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1.5 Document Changelog
Version Date Modification
1.0 2019-10-10 Initial draft.
1.1 2019-10-22 Updated: GNSS.
1.2 2019-10-28 Updated: GNSS.
1.3 2019-11-08 Added: Auto-geofencing.
1.4 2019-12-03 Updated: Data Sending.
1.5 2019-12-18 Updated: GNSS.
1.6 2020-01-10 Updated: GNSS.

1.6 Safety Information

The following information is provided to ensure safe operation of the device. Please read it carefully
before you start using the device!

The configuration must be performed using a 2nd safety class computer (with an
autonomic power supply).

For configuration use cables that were purchased from Ruptela. Ruptela is not
responsible for any harm or damage caused while using the wrong cables.
This crossed-out wheelie bin symbol means that waste equipment should not be
disposed of with your other household waste. The product must be taken to separate
collection points at the product’s end-of-life.

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1.7 Notations
The following notations are used in this document to highlight important information:

Bold text
Used to indicate user interface elements or for emphasis.

Italic text
Used to indicate items that belong to a list and can be selected.

Note

Used to highlight important information or special conditions.

Caution

Used to mark actions that require caution when handling the product.

Warning

Used to mark actions that may cause irreversible damage if performed incorrectly.

Tip

Suggestions on how to proceed.

Availability table

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Used to mark which devices support a given functionality.

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1.8 Acronyms and Abbreviations
APN – Access Point Name

ATH – Anti-Theft Hardware

CAN – Controller Area Network

CFG – Configuration File

DIN – Digital Input

DOUT – Digital Output

DTC – Diagnostic Trouble Code

FM – Fleet Management

FMS – Fleet Management System

FW – Firmware

ICCID – Integrated Circuit Card Identifier

IO – Input/Output

GLONASS – GLObal NAvigation Satellite System

GNSS – Global Navigation Satellite System

GPRS – General Packet Radio Service

GPS – Global Positioning System

GSM – Global System for Mobile Communications (2G)

OCSP – Online Certificate Status Protocol

OBD – On-board Diagnostics

RPM – Revolutions per Minute

SIM – Subscriber Identity Module

SMS – Short Message Service

SSL – Secure Sockets Layer

TCP – Transmission Control Protocol

UDP – User Datagram Protocol

UMTS – Universal Mobile Telecommunications Systems (3G)

USB – Universal Serial Bus

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VCOM – Virtual Communication Port

1.9 References
Advanced Configurator files: https://doc.ruptela.lt/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=884805

Virtual COM Port drivers: https://doc.ruptela.lt/display/AB/Drivers+and+utilities

Microsoft Framework: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851

User manuals: https://doc.ruptela.lt/display/AB/FM4

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2 Prerequisites
Before configuring the device, install the following:

• The latest version of the advanced configurator

• The latest version of the Microsoft Framework
• Virtual COM Port drivers

Only Windows 7/8/10 operating systems are supported.

Follow these steps to install the VCOM drivers:

1. Uninstall any previous VCOM drivers:

Windows 7: Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add or remove programs

Windows 8: Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Programs -> Programs and
Features

Windows 10: Start -> Settings -> Apps -> Apps & features

2. Extract the downloaded driver archive to your desired location. Launch the appropriate
installation file for your operating system:

32-bit operating system: launch dpinst_x86.exe

64-bit operating system: launch dpinst_amd64.exe

3. Follow the instructions in the installation wizard. Once it is finished, the drivers are installed
and operational.
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3 About the Advanced Configurator
The advanced configurator is used to configure Ruptela tracking devices and all their functionalities,
allowing you to find the best solution for your needs. The advanced configurator allows you to do
the following:

• Make a new configuration file

• Edit an existing configuration file

• Send a configuration file to your device

• Load an existing configuration file from your device

• Modify all device functionalities

• Update the device firmware

Extract the downloaded configurator archive to your desired location. Launch FM4
Configurator.exe.

3.1Configuration File Extensions

FM-Tco4 HCV: .ft4c

FM-Tco4 LCV: .fl4c

FM-Pro4: .fp4c

FM-Eco4: .fe4c

FM-Eco4 S: .fk4c

FM-Plug4: .fo4c
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3.2Advanced Configurator Overview
The main device configurator window has the following main sections:

1. Menu toolbar

2. Configuration file information

3. Connected device information

4. Interaction with the device – used to load/send configuration and firmware files

5. Configuration settings

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3.2.1 Menu toolbar: File

The menu toolbar contains two drop-down lists – File and Tools. When File is clicked, the following
configuration file actions are displayed in the drop-down list:

New CFG Resets the current configuration and begins the creation of a new
configuration.
New CFG wizard Goes through all basic configuration steps using a guided user interface.
Open default CFG Loads a default configuration with predefined values.
More information: Configure the FM device for the First Time
Save CFG Saves the configuration file.
Open CFG Loads a preset configuration file.
Save DIFF CFG Creates a DIFF file which is used to change only one or a few certain
parameters without a need to upload the full configuration to the device. It
is useful when updating devices over-the-air.
Open DIFF CFG Opens a saved DIFF configuration file.
Generate SMS Generates an SMS command to configure the FM device remotely.
More information: Device Configuration via SMS
Exit Closes the advanced configurator.

Save DIFF CFG will only save changes made to the initial configuration (a loaded preset
configuration).

If you click Exit, the configurator will close without any prior confirmation and the
configuration will not be saved.

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3.2.2 Menu toolbar: Tools

When the Tools menu is opened, the following options are displayed in the drop-down list:

Language Select the language. English and Russian are available.

Live IO data Opens a window where all enabled inputs and outputs and their current
parameter values are listed.
Set Virtual odometer Opens a window where you can set a new value for the virtual odometer
(in meters).

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3.2.3 Configuration File Information

The configurator displays additional information about the loaded configuration file. The following
information will be displayed at the top of the configurator once the configuration is loaded:

Configuration source From where the configuration was loaded:

• Configurator – the configuration was loaded from a file
• Device [IMEI] – the configuration was loaded from the device
FM device FW version The current device firmware version. Displayed only if the configuration was
loaded from the device.
FM4 Configurator version The configurator version on which the currently loaded configuration was
made.
Target device The FM device model for which this configuration was created or from which
device it was loaded.
CFG Tag An input field where additional information about the configuration file can
be saved. The maximum length is 32 symbols. Only ASCII characters are
allowed.
Last edited The exact time and date when the configuration was last edited.

If the configuration was loaded from the device and the Last edited value is 2000.01.01
00:00:00, the device cannot get time from any source at this moment.

If any changes were made to the currently loaded configuration, a small “*” symbol will appear next
to the name of the configuration.

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3.2.4 Connected Device Information

The configurator displays additional information about the connected FM device at the bottom of
the main configurator window. The following information will be displayed:

BL The bootloader version.

FW The current firmware version of the device.
IMEI The unique IMEI code of the device.
Battery Off Disconnects the internal battery and disconnects the device from the COM
port. The battery is reconnected once the device is connected to the COM
port again.
SIM status Displays the current status of the connected SIM card and enables the Lock
FM device to the SIM card functionality.
The proper SIM status will only be shown if an external power supply is
connected. Otherwise, Error will be displayed. Possible values:
• Ready – the PIN code is acknowledged, or the PIN code check is
disabled. The GSM/GPRS modem can operate normally.
• Error – represents a wide range of possible SIM card issues.
Common reason – an old FW version which does not support the
SIM card.
• Unknown – the communication between the device and the
GSM/GPRS modem has failed, therefore, the SIM status is
unknown.
• PIN Request – the SIM card requests a PIN code (or the provided
PIN code is incorrect).
• PUK Request – the SIM card requests a PUK code.
• Locked – the FM device is locked to a different SIM Card.
• Not inserted – no SIM card is inserted.

If the external power supply is connected to the FM device and a SIM card with a PIN code is
inserted, you will have to enter the PIN code.

If the SIM status checkbox is not enabled, the Enter PIN window will not appear when
connecting to the FM device, meaning that you will not be able to access your device.

If the wrong PIN is entered three times in a row, the SIM card will be locked, requiring the PUK
code, provided by the service operator. After PUK code verification, you will need to set a new PIN
code.

If the wrong PUK code is entered ten times in a row, the device will be permanently blocked,
requiring a new SIM card.

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3.2.5 Configuration Password

This functionality restricts access to the configuration. If entered, you will need to enter this
password each time before saving or loading the configuration.

In the main window, locate the Configuration password section and enter the password.

Over-the-air configuration updates ignore the configuration password.

Make sure to remember the password! If you forget the configuration password, the only
way to reset it is to return the device to the manufacturer.

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3.3 Configuring the FM Device for the First Time
The purpose of this chapter is to help configure the FM device for the first time in order to send
basic data to the server.

The Default Configuration is a preset configuration file which makes the configuration process
significantly easier and shorter. Follow these steps to load the default configuration file:

1. Select your FM device from the drop-down list. Tco4 HCV is selected by default.

2. Click the File tab, located at the top left side of the configurator, and select Open default
CFG.

Default parameters will be loaded. However, you will need to enter a few other entries on your own
to establish the connection and complete the configuration:

1. Select which protocol to use:

• UDP – Uses less data but is less reliable. The default setting.

• TCP – Uses more data but is more reliable.

2. Fill the Connection settings. Enter an IP address (255.255.255.255 format) or a domain

name (up to 40 characters) and a Port where the device will send collected data. No default
server is provided.

3. Fill the APN settings. This includes the APN name, username and password (if they are
needed). No default APN is provided.

4. Select the COM port through which the FM device is connected to the computer.

5. Click Connect.

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 6. Click Send CFG to upload the configuration to your device.

Now the device is configured to send data to the specified server. Standard IO parameters are
enabled (loaded with the configuration file). You can log in to your tracking platform to see whether
the device is sending data.

The APN settings (name, login and password) are provided by your mobile network operator.

Proceed to next chapters for information how to configure the other functionalities.

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4 Device Communication
This part of the configuration describes how to configure the device to establish the communication
between your fleet management system platform and the FM device. This chapter contains the
following configuration settings:

1. Communication protocol

2. Access point settings

3. Connection to the server settings

4. Device positioning network settings

5. Sending data without GPS fix

6. Identification string

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4.1 Communication Protocol
Select which internet protocol you wish to use: UDP or TCP.

UDP Uses less data but is less reliable. UDP does not check for lost packets or
their order. The default setting.
TCP Uses more data but is more reliable. TCP checks that all packets are
received and if needed, resends the missing ones and reorders them.

4.2 APN Settings

APN settings are needed to connect to the internet (GPRS). They must be provided by your SIM card
provider.

Name The APN name. This parameter is mandatory and depends on the mobile
network operator.
User The APN username. This parameter is optional.
Password The APN password. This parameter is optional.
Lock FM device to the If enabled, the SIM card’s ICCID number will be locked to the specific
SIM card device. The device will not use another SIM card to connect to the network.
More information: Lock FM device to the SIM card
AutoAPN If enabled, the APN settings will automatically be selected from a list of
predefined APNs and the settings fields will be greyed out.
More information: AutoAPN

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4.2.1 Lock FM device to the SIM card

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Purpose
Lock the FM device to the SIM card to prevent using other SIM cards on the device. The SIM card’s
ICCID (a unique SIM card serial number) will be locked to the device.

How it works
If the locked SIM card is replaced (the device detects a different ICCID), device will not use that
SIM card to connect to the mobile network.

Activation
1. Tick the SIM status checkbox in the connected device information bar located at the bottom
of the configurator window.

2. Enable the Lock FM device to the SIM card functionality in the APN settings section.

3. Click the Send CFG to send configuration to the device and activate the functionality.

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4.2.2 AutoAPN

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Purpose
APN settings are needed to establish an internet connection. Without the APN settings, the device
will not send any data. These settings are provided by your mobile network provider.

How it works
When activated, the APN will be automatically selected from a list of predefined APNs and the setting
fields will be greyed out. The selection is made according to the SIM card’s ICCID. If there is no
suitable APN detected, the first APN in the list will be used. If there is no GPRS connectivity, the
device will attempt to connect to the next APN in the list.

Activation
1. Tick the AutoAPN checkbox in the APN settings section.

2. Click the Options button to open the AutoAPN Settings window.

3. Enter at least one entry of APN settings. Each entry contains the following input fields:

MII Major Industry Identifier, the value is pre-set and is always 89.
CC Country Code (for example, “370”)
II Issuer Identifier
APN name The name of the APN

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4.3 Connection settings
Configure connection settings to connect to the fleet management platform tracking server.

The device will not send any data without IP and port settings.

IP The IP address of the server. You may enter a numerical address or a

domain name (up to 40 characters).
IP2 is optional is and used for a backup server, which is used when the
device is unable to connect to the first server.
Default value: None
Port The port of the server.
Port2 is optional and is used for a backup server, which is used when the
device is unable to connect to the first server.
Default value: 0
SSL1/2 Used to establish an encrypted connection between the server and the
client.
More information: SSL Authentication chapter.
Default value: Disabled
Two servers Used to repeatedly transmit the same data to two servers.
More information: Two servers chapter.
Default value: Disabled
Periodical redirect Used to periodically redirect the FM device to a specified server to initiate
automatic updates when 3rd party tracking software is used.
More information: Periodical Redirect chapter.
SSL client authentication Used to enable SSL authentication on the client-side.
Default value: Disabled, Inactive
SSL settings Used to configure SSL authentication settings for the server and the client.

UDP and TCP protocols may have different ports. Make sure you select the correct protocol
and enter the correct ports.

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4.3.1 Two Servers

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Purpose
Used to repeatedly transmit the same data to two servers.

How it works
When activated, the same data is repeatedly transmitted to another server with IP2 and Port2,
unless a timeout occurs. IP1 is the primary server, it sends acknowledgment (ACK) packets when it
receives records. After the ACK packet is received, the record is considered as successfully
transmitted to the server and it is deleted from the device memory.

Only records are sent to the server with IP2. Other data packets, such as Transparent Channel,
Tachograph, SD card, Garmin will not be sent to the second server.

Scenarios when data cannot be sent to the IP2 server:

• If the connection to the IP1 server is not established, the device does not connect to the
IP2 server as well.

• If the connection to the IP1 server is established, but the IP2 server is unavailable after an
ACK packet from IP1 is received, the data will be deleted from the device memory. This may
result in data loss in the IP2 server.

The Two servers mode doubles the amount of data that is being sent and may incur
additional costs.

Activation
1. Enter IP1 and Port1 of the first server.

2. Enter IP2 and Port2 of the second server.

3. Tick the Two servers checkbox to enable the functionality.

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4.3.2 Periodical Redirect

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Purpose
Used to periodically redirect the FM device’s sent data to a specified server to initiate automatic
configuration/firmware updates when using 3rd party tracking software.

How it works
Once the Period timer passes, the device checks the following conditions:

• If there are any unsent records in device memory

• If the GSM signal is weak (the GSM level is lower than 9 out of 32)

• If the power supply voltage is lower than 8 volts (power supply voltage status is 0)

• If the device is in a critical process (for example, firmware update)

If at least one condition is true, the device waits until all conditions are false. After that, the device
connects to the configured server. Then the device initiates updates and closes the connection. The
Period timer is then reset.

Activation
Click the Periodical redirect button in the Connection settings section. The Periodical
redirect window will open. Configure the following settings:

IP Enter an IP of the server.

Default value: 92.62.134.34 (TrustTrack server)
Port Enter a port of the server.
Default value: 9015 (TrustTrack server)
Period Set timer in hours.
Default value: 0 (disabled)
Maximum value: 168 h (7 days)

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4.3.3 SSL Authentication

Detailed functionality description: SSL Authentication.

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Purpose
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a security technology used to establish encrypted connections between
server and client, as well as authenticating the identity of the server/client. All transmitted data is
encrypted.

The SSL authentication functionality increases data consumption and may incur additional
costs.

How it works
An SSL certificate is required to create an SSL connection. The SSL certificate is a file installed
on the server-side. An additional certificate can be installed on the client-side for extra security.

If econnect or connect SMS commands are used along with SSL, the device will disable SSL
for that connection. To ensure that no unauthorized device sends SMS commands, it is highly
recommended to use the authorized numbers functionality, described in the Authorized
Numbers chapter.

If the functionality is configured incorrectly (e.g., wrong certificates were uploaded), the
device will not send any data to the server. The only way to restore data transmission is to
reconfigure the device.

Activation

To activate the functionality, an external power supply must be connected to the device. It is
needed to start up the GSM module, where the SSL certificate is stored.

1. Enable the TCP protocol in the Protocol section.

2. Tick the SSL [1/2] checkbox to enable the SSL functionality for the specific server.
A pop-up warning window will always appear, informing that if SSL is enabled without
uploading the certificates, the device will remain unprotected.

3. Optional. Tick the SSL client authentication checkbox to enable SSL authentication on the
client-side. To activate, upload a client certificate and private key in SSL settings.

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 4. Click the SSL settings button. The SSL Settings window will open.

5. Configure SSL settings according to your needs. The following actions can be taken:

Load Used to upload an appropriate certificate for the following certificate types:
• Server 1 CA
• Server 2 CA
• Client certificate
• Private key
The files cannot be larger than 2025 bytes. Status and CRC columns are
displayed for each certificate for additional information.
OCSP A checkbox used to enable the OCSP validation for that server. OCSP
validation is performed after device boot and periodically every 4 hours.
Refresh status Click the button to update the status of all files. Possible values:
• Uploaded
• Empty
• Unknown
Remove all certificates Deletes all certificates and key files stored in the FM device. The statuses
will be updated automatically.

OCSP validation will not be performed if Two servers mode is enabled.

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4.4 GNSS
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Select which positioning systems you wish to use. Typically, the more systems are used, the more
satellites are visible and the more accurate the position is. We recommend using all three positioning
systems.

If the vehicle is often near airports, governmental institutions or other places where signal
spoofing might be used, you can disable the spoofed system to receive more accurate
position data.

GNSS selection Which positioning systems will be used. Available systems:

• GPS
• GLONASS
• GALILEO
Default value: All systems

Only devices manufactured since late 2017 support the Galileo positioning system.

The Galileo positioning system cannot be used on its own as it is still in development and
has not yet reached its full operational capacity.

For FM-Plug4 devices, all 3 positioning systems are enabled in the background and this
setting cannot be changed.

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4.5 Send Data Without GPS Fix

A full functionality description: Sending data without GPS fix.

This functionality covers two methods on how to send data without a GPS fix.

1. Sending data without GPS fix – device cold-start often causes problems because it is not
sending data, therefore the user is unable to see parameter values until a GPS fix is obtained.
This functionality allows data sending even when there is no GPS fix.

2. GSM tracking – when the device loses GPS fix, there is no way to determine its location.
The GSM tracking feature can be used to obtain an approximate location in densely urbanized
areas, where the GNSS signal is not available.
Tick the checkbox to enable the functionality and configure its settings according to the full
functionality description.

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4.6 Identification String
The identification string functionality allows defining the identification packet which is transferred to
the server. After the FM device sends the identification packet, it begins data transfer.

A full functionality description: Transparent channel and Identification string.

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If the identification string feature is enabled, the transparent channel functionality cannot
be used and vice versa.

This functionality has three modes:

Identification string 1. Disabled

The functionality is disabled.

2. Static
If enabled, the following parameters will be included in the identification
packet:
• Device type
• Firmware version
• IMSI code
• GSM operator code
Coefficients:
• Distance
• Time
• Angle

3. Dynamic
If enabled, click the Customize button to select what parameters to
include into the identification string.
Only available for the following devices:
• FM-Tco4 HCV
• FM-Tco4 LCV
• FM-Pro4
Default value: Disabled

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5 Driver Registration and Authorization
A full functionality description: Driver Registration.

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

The driver registration functionality is used to authorize vehicle start, identify the driver and account
working hours. In the Driver registration options, you can set one of our prepared driver
registration types. RFID card reader and iButton registration sources are supported. It is possible to
set FM device outputs to indicate registration information via a LED, a buzzer or even use it to block
the vehicle ignition.

This part of the configuration summarizes how to configure driver registration and authorization
settings. Refer to the driver registration manual for an in-depth description.

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In short, the driver registration and authorization settings are configured as follows:

1. Configure peripheral devices connected to the FM device’s DOUTs.

• Locate the IO events section in the main window. Click the Options button. A new
IO settings window will open.

• Configure the peripherals in the Digital outputs section.

2. Configure the Driver registration settings.

• Locate the Driver registration section in the main window. Click the Options button.
A new Registration settings window will open.

• Configure the Driver registration settings.

3. Optional. Configure the Authorized IDs functionality if you want to accept only authorized
IDs.

• Tick the Enable checkbox to enable the functionality in the Authorized IDs section.

• Click the Options button. A new Authorized IDs window will open.

• Enter peripheral (iButton, RFID or magnetic card) IDs, which are allowed to unblock or
register.

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6 Eco-Drive
A full Eco-Drive configuration description: Eco-Drive configuration.

A full Eco-Drive parameters description: Eco-Drive parameters description.

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The purpose of this functionality is to cut transport operation costs by teaching drivers fuel-efficient
and safe driving, thus, reducing damage to the vehicle and environment. This functionality is enabled
by default.

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7 Vehicle Movement
This part of the configuration describes how to configure various functionalities related to the vehicle
movement. This chapter contains the following configuration settings:

1. Geofencing

2. Auto-geofencing

3. Towing detection

4. Impact detection

5. Movement sensor sensitivity

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7.1 Geofencing

A full functionality description: Geofencing.

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The geofencing functionality allows getting information and alerts about the vehicle in/out of
geofences (specified areas). Two types of geofences are available:

• Circular

• Multipoint

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7.2 Auto-Geofencing

A full functionality description: Geofencing.

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Auto-geofencing creates a circular geofence of a defined radius around the vehicle after the engine
is off for a defined time. This can be used to receive alerts when the vehicle leaves the geofence
while the ignition is off and can be used for theft prevention.

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7.3 Towing Detection

A full functionality description: Towing detection.

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Configure towing detection to know if your vehicle is being towed. Towing is detected when the
vehicle tilt changes by a configured angle. This may help to save the driver’s time and money.

The towing detection mechanism works only when the engine is turned off. If the device detects a
change in acceleration (defined in the configuration) and if it lasts for a defined period, then towing
is detected.

The Towing alarm IO parameter has to be enabled to register towing detection events.

Setting Movement sensor as the engine source will disable towing detection.

Delay after engine is off Towing detection becomes active after this period.
Default value: 360 s
Tilt angle The minimum tilt angle change required for towing to be detected.
Default value: 10°
Minimum duration For how long the tilt must be detected for towing to be detected.
Default value: 1000 ms
Engine check after event For how long after a detected towing event the device will monitor the
engine state.
Default value: 10 s

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7.4 Impact and Rollover Detection

A full functionality description: Impact and Rollover detection.

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The FM device monitors its acceleration in all directions and generates records whenever the
acceleration exceeds the configured limits. You can use impact detection to receive notifications to
the server about irresponsible drivers, who hit sidewalks or other obstacles, or when the driver gets
into an accident. This feature can also be used for rollover detection in environments, where vehicle
rollover is possible.

To ensure proper operation of impact and rollover detection, the accelerometer must be
calibrated. The accelerometer is calibrated automatically when driving, taking up to an hour
of driving in an urban location. The existing calibration can be reset using the accreset SMS
command. Use the accreset r SMS command to receive calibration process status.

This chapter covers two different vehicle impaction type configurations:

1. Accident detection
2. Rollover detection

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7.4.1 Accident Detection

Purpose
The functionality is used to detect accidents and notify when the vehicle hits an object.

How it works
The functionality monitors the acceleration in all directions and generates records when the
acceleration exceeds configured parameters limits.

If accident detection is enabled, the device cannot enter sleep or deep sleep mode.

Activation
1. Click Options in the Impact detection section.

2. From the Accident detection drop-down list, select Dynamic Threshold.

Dynamic threshold is not available for FM-Eco4 and FM-Plug4 devices.

For better performance, we highly recommend using Dynamic Threshold over Configurable
threshold option in most cases.

3. Configure the parameters required for the dynamic threshold:

Speed condition enabled If ticked, an additional speed condition will be used that checks if the vehicle
has stopped.
Default value: Disabled
Duration until condition If the vehicle stops during this time period after an impact, a record is
check generated.
Default value: 5000 ms

If the speed condition is enabled, a record will be generated even if the vehicle stops
normally during the configured time period.

4. Enable Accident detection IO parameters in IO settings to register accident events.

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In exceptional cases or if the device does not have the Dynamic threshold option, select Configurable
threshold during the second step. Configure the parameters according to your needs:

Discrimination Threshold At what amplitude shock measurements start.

Default value: 4.9 m/s2 (0.5 g)
Peak-Limit The minimum amplitude needed for a shock event to be registered.
Default value: 9.8 m/s2 (1 g)
Duration-Limit For how long the amplitude must be above the discrimination threshold for
a shock event to be registered.
Default value: 50 ms
Frequency How often the device checks whether a shock event has occurred.
Default value: 50 Hz
Calculate impact on Z If ticked, the Z-axis will be included in impact detection measurements.
axis Default value: Enabled

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7.4.2 Rollover Detection

Purpose
The rollover detection functionality is used to inform if the vehicle has rolled over.

How it works
Rollover is detected when the vehicle tilt changes by a configured angle in any direction.

Activation
Click Options in the Impact detection section.

1. Tick the Rollover detection enabled checkbox to enable the functionality.

2. Configure Rollover detection parameters according to your needs:

Rollover detection If ticked, rollover detection will be enabled.

enabled
Default value: Disabled.
Duration For how long the tilt must be detected for rollover to be detected.
Default value: 100 ms
Max X-axis angle The maximum allowed X-axis tilt. If the tilt angle is greater than the entered
value, a rollover event is detected.
Default value: 70°
Max Y-axis angle The maximum allowed Y-axis tilt. If the tilt angle is greater than the entered
value, a rollover event is detected.
Default value: 70°
Max Z-axis angle The maximum allowed Z-axis tilt. If the tilt angle is greater than the entered
value, a rollover event is detected.
Default value: 70°

3. Enable Rollover detection IO parameters in IO settings to register rollover events.

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7.5 Movement Sensor Sensitivity
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Movement sensor sensitivity is used in vehicle movement and engine status detection.

It can be configured using the slider in the Global settings in the main window.

• If you slide the bar towards Max, the sensor will detect very slight movements

• If you slide the bar towards Min, the sensor will only detect significant movements

The optimal sensitivity depends on the type of vehicle and how it is used.

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8 Profile Settings
This part of the configuration describes how to configure various functionalities based on the Profile
settings. Each of the four profiles is a set of settings for specific circumstances. For example, one
profile can be used when the vehicle is operated in the native country and a different one can be
used when it is abroad.

The FM device will switch to a different profile if one of the following conditions is met:

• An IO parameter with an active Switch to setting is triggered.

More information can be found in the IO Parameters chapter.

• No suitable operators are found in the operator list in the current profile.

More information can be found in the Operator List chapter.

This chapter contains the following functionalities and their configuration settings:

1. Sleep mode

2. Data sending

3. Data collection

4. Cellular network settings (2G-3G)

5. Operator list

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8.1 Sleep Mode
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Different sleep modes are used to manage the power consumption of the FM device to extend the
battery’s state of charge. The following sleep modes and settings are available:

Disabled The FM device is not in sleep mode and operates normally.

Sleep This mode turns off GPS/GSM modems. Not available for FM-Plug4.
Deep sleep This mode turns off GPS/GSM modems and disables the advanced
peripherals (1-Wire, CANs, Serial Ports, K-Line).
Custom If enabled, functionalities which should work during the sleep can be
selected.
More information: Configurable sleep
Sleep timeout If Sleep, Deep sleep or Custom mode is selected, the timeout period can be
modified. Once it runs out, the configured sleep mode will be activated if
there are no unsent records. The entered timeout doubles if the device has
unsent records and afterwards, the sleep mode is activated in any case.
Default value: 600 s

There are some exceptions when the FM device will not go to sleep:

• If the Engine detection is set to Always on in the Data collection section

• If the DIN state is High (value = 1)

• If the Garmin peripheral is connected and turned on

• Any of the triggered IO events that are set on the High priority will wake up the device

• When the FM device is connected via an USB cable

• When the FM device is configured for a profile switch

There are some conditions that will wake up the device:

• A high priority event is triggered

• Configured engine state status is changed to ON

• The Sleep timer IO parameter’s configured time is exceeded

• When an USB cable is inserted into the FM device

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8.2 Data Sending
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These settings allow configuring the frequency and conditions of the data that is sent to the server.

The Enable checkbox has to be ticked in order to enable the configured Data sending parameters.
The checkbox is ticked by default. The following parameters can be configured:

Min Records The minimum number of records required to establish a connection to the
server.
Default value: 1
Period How often the device will check for the Min Records parameter.
Default value: 60 s
Link Timeout For how long the device will keep the link before closing it, after the
connection was successfully established.
Default value: 7 s

Click Link settings to configure the following settings between the FM device and the server:

Constant link If enabled, the link between the FM device and the server is always open.
Default value: Disabled
TCP Keep alive If enabled, special keep-alive packets will be sent periodically if there is no
data being sent. Therefore, the device will be accessible via GPRS all the
time.
Available only, if the TCP protocol is used.
Default value: Disabled
Idle How often keep-alive packets are sent.
Default value: 300 s
Interval How often keep-alive packets are resent if they are not sent successfully.
Default value: 10 s
Heartbeat If enabled, keeps an open socket on the server-side by sending the GPRS
command 16/116 after the set time period has passed since the last packet
was sent.
Default value: Disabled
Interval How often heartbeat packets are sent.
Default value: 240 s

TCP Keep alive will not work with devices that have a 3G modem.

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 If Constant link is enabled, the device ignores the link timeout parameter for the main
connection and uses it only for the emergency connections.

The Constant link and Heartbeat functionalities do not work with the second server if
the Two Servers mode is used.

Tick the Enable timetable checkbox and click Timetable to set at what days and hours can data
be sent. The device will connect to GPRS only during the set days and hours.

If the Enable timetable checkbox is ticked and none of the days are checked, the device
will never connect to GPRS and will be reachable only via SMS commands.

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8.3 Data Collection
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These settings allow configuring the frequency and conditions of the data that is collected.

The Enable checkbox must be ticked to configure Data collection. The checkbox is ticked by
default. The following parameters can be configured:

SD card logging interval How often the data is logged to the SD card.
Available for: FM-Tco4 HCV, FM-Tco4 LCV, FM-Pro4
Default value: 0 (the functionality is turned off)
Time without engine Determines how often records are made, when the engine is off.
Default value: 60 s
Engine How the device detects whether the engine is turned on.
• Always on – considers that ignition is always turned on.
• Ignition (DIN4) – DIN4 is used for detection (not applicable for FM-
Plug4)
• MovSensor – the engine is considered to be on when movement is
detected
• Power voltage – the voltage on pin 16 of the OBD socket is used
for detection (FM-Plug4 only)
• Custom – configure your engine detection conditions.
More information: Custom Ignition
Default value: Always On
Send only record header If enabled, sends only the record header to reduce the data consumption.
if triggered by time, The record header contains only basic time, position and speed data.
distance or course
GPS navigation filtering Used to eliminate inaccurate GPS coordinates. This functionality can be
enabled and modified by clicking the Customize button.
More information: Configurable navigation filtering
Coefficients Used to collect records in addition to other parameters for a more accurate
vehicle route. A record will be made when:
• Distance is reached
Default value: 1000 m
• Time with engine has passed
Default value: 60 s
• Radial tilt is reached
Default value: 60°

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8.4 Cellular Network Settings
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The 2G-3G section allows setting the cellular network type for the FM device if its modem supports
the UMTS (3G) network. Three different operation modes can be set:

2G-3G Possible values:

• Auto – the device will use the 3G network when it is available. If
3G is unavailable, the device automatically switches to 2G mode.
Once 3G is available again, it will switch back to 3G mode
automatically.
• GSM only – the device operates only in 2G mode.
• UMTS only – the device operates only in 3G mode.
Default value: Auto

If the FM device does not have a modem that supports 3G, this option will have no effect.

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8.5 Operator List
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The Operator list functionality allows configuring the operator acquisition settings. The following
settings can be configured:

GPRS Attempt How many times the device will try to connect to GPRS before trying a
different operator.
Default value: 2
GPRS data counter How many bytes of data the device will send before searching for other
GPRS operators.
Default value: 1000
Temporary blacklist For how long the operator with an unavailable GPRS is banned. This
prevents the FM device from connecting to this operator during the next
operator search. The operator is banned after not responding to 3
consecutive ping requests. The blacklist is cleared after resetting the device.
Default value: 0 s
Enable priority in list If enabled, searches for the operators according to their number in the list.
If disabled, the device will search for a random operator.
Default value: Disabled
Profile tab Operators used in the current profile are entered here. If the listed operator
was not found, the device will search for the next one in the list. The device
will switch to the next available profile if no operators were not found.
Blacklist The operators entered in the blacklist will be ignored during the operator
search.

A single blacklist is used for all profiles, but each profile has a different operators list.

Click Clear All to clear all operators from the current profile operator list.

Click Clear Blacklist to clear all operators from the blacklist.

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9 IO Parameters
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After configuring the needed interfaces, you need to enable IO parameters for the selected
interfaces. There are three methods to enable IO parameters:

1. Using the Enable IO functionality (recommended).

2. Enabling IO parameters manually.

3. Automatically enabling the commonly used (predefined) IO parameters.

We highly recommend using the Enable IO functionality to instantly enable all IOs for
selected interfaces and significantly reduce configuration time. This requires the extended
protocol to be enabled.

Also, all enabled IO parameters can be disabled by clicking the Clear all IO button.

A total of 80 IO parameters (40 for Eco4, Eco4 S and Plug4) can be enabled at a time.

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9.1Enable IO
It is used to enable all IO parameters for the selected interfaces with the default and recommended
IO properties for each enabled interface. This feature significantly reduces the configuration time.
However, it requires the extended protocol to be enabled and cannot be used with some interface
modes.

To enable IO parameters using the Enable IO, follow these steps:

1. Tick the Send I/O data with v1.1 protocol checkbox.

2. Configure interfaces, modes and additional parameters according to your needs.

3. Click Enable IO. A new Configured IO window will appear.

4. Select which IO parameters to enable.

5. Click Save.

6. Optionally, properties for each IO parameter can be configured manually.

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9.2 Enabling IO Parameters Manually
This method requires you to enable each IO parameter and configure all properties manually.

Follow these steps to enable IO parameters:

1. Configure interfaces, modes and additional parameters according to your needs.

2. Select a slot for the IO parameter.

3. Tick the Enable checkbox in the IO properties section to use the selected slot.

4. Configure the following IO properties for each IO parameter.

ID Select a parameter from the drop-down list to enable it in the selected slot.
Only one parameter can be enabled in a slot at a time.
Level Used with hysteresis mode to set a reference value.
Default value: 0
Delta Used with hysteresis mode as a maximum possible value deviation from the
reference Level value.
Default value: 0
Average Some parameter values tend to change rapidly and do not correspond with
(Debounce) any valuable information. The averaging of values for a period gives more
reliable and accurate information.
Some IO parameters have a Debounce parameter instead of Average.
Debounce defines for how long the device must receive the changed state
of an IO to register the new state.
Default value: 1000 ms
Event on Defines the logic of when an IO event is generated.
• Monitoring – the parameter value is monitored and sent with every
record.
• Change – the parameter value is monitored and sent with every
record. Moreover, when the value changes, a record will be
generated.
• Hysteresis – a record is generated when the parameter value
changes in a specified way based on the Level and Delta values.
Default value: Monitoring
Include data only on If enabled, includes the parameter value in records only when the Change
event or Hysteresis condition is met.
Default value: Disabled
Priority Used to determine the importance of IO parameter value changes.
• High – if Change or Hysteresis conditions are met, the record is
sent immediately, disregarding the data sending settings.
• Low – if Change or Hysteresis conditions are met, the device will
wait for suitable conditions to open a link to the server to send
records.
Default value: Low
Switch to Used to switch another profile if the Change or Hysteresis conditions are
met.
Default value: No switch

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9.3 Using Enable common IO
It is used to automatically enable 12 most commonly used IO parameters.

Follow these steps to enable them:

1. Click Enable common IO in the IO settings window. A new Configured IO window will
appear.

2. Select which of the 12 common IO parameters to enable.

3. Click Save.

4. Optionally, properties for each IO parameter can be configured manually.

5. Optionally, other parameters can also be enabled before using the Enable common IO
method.

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10 Peripherals and Interfaces
This part of configuration describes how to configure various peripherals and interfaces that are
connected to the device physically. Peripherals and interfaces work under the logic of the profiles;
thus, profiles can be switched once the input or the output of the interface is triggered and meets
the configured conditions.

Configure which interfaces and peripherals will be active and how they behave. Click the Options
button in the IO events section.

This chapter contains the following functionalities and their configuration settings:

1. Selection of the extended protocol

2. Various interfaces

3. Light commercial vehicle configuration

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10.1 Extended Protocol
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There is only one setting in the Protocol Selection section. The Send I/O data with v1.1
protocol is an extended data transmission protocol. Some of the IO parameters require this protocol
to be enabled to work properly. Otherwise, these parameters will not be available for the selection.

We highly recommend to always keep the extended protocol enabled.

To enable the extended protocol functionality, tick the Send I/O data with v1.1 protocol
checkbox.

The Confirm Protocol Change dialogue window will appear, that all unsent records will be deleted
from the device. Click Yes to enable the protocol.

If the extended protocol is enabled, the Enable IO functionality can be used to instantly
enable all IOs for the selected interfaces and significantly reduce configuration time.

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10.2 Serial Port Interfaces
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Serial ports are used to connect and communicate with various peripheral devices.

The following table displays the compatibility of the peripherals and devices and which serial port
can be configured.

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4

DFS RS232

RFID reader

Alcohol sensor

Magnetic card reader Port A / Port B

LED display (RS232)
UHF-RFID reader

Camera

Fatigue sensor

TCO card reader

Optitemp

Weighting system

Carrier Vector 1550

TK Touchprint

Spreader

IQ Freeze Port A / Port B

Kimax weight sensor (RS232)
CANLog

Garmin Port B (RS232)

TK

DFS RS485 Port C (RS485)

J1708

J1708 + DTC

Transparent channel Any Port

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10.3 K-Line Interface
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The K-Line interface is used to read tachograph data in heavy vehicles. It can also be used to read
parameters and diagnostic trouble codes via the OBD2 socket in light vehicles.

K-Line If turned on, data will be read via the K-Line interface.
Default value: Off
Mode K-Line interface working mode. Possible values for for different devices:
FM-Tco4 HCV
• TCO – used for driver information reading from back of the
tachograph
• OBD – CAN data reading via the OBD2 socket
• Tacho read – used to read tachograph data. Works only with
specific tachographs and if a frontal connection is used
Default value: TCO
FM-Tco4 LCV, FM-Plug4
• OBD – CAN data reading via the OBD2 socket

If TCO mode is used, sometimes invalid CRC values might be received in the data packets. One of
the following invalid CRC values elimination methods can be selected from the drop-down list:

• Discard data – packets with invalid CRC values will be discarded. In this case, new records
contain previously obtained K-Line data (from data packets that had a good CRC value).

• Put FF values – the device will put FF (255) values.

If OBD mode is used, diagnostic trouble codes reading DTC will be enabled by default. Reading time
intervals and fuel type can be specified. These codes are sent as a separate command and not as
an IO parameter.

For FM-Plug4, it is not recommended to use the K-Line and CAN interfaces at the same time.

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10.4 CAN Interface
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CAN interfaces are used to get various data from vehicle on-board systems.

Each CAN mode can be activated on any CAN port. The interface must be physically connected to
the same CAN port as it is configured.

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Plug4

FMS

HCV

J1939 + DTC
Yes
Trailers

MobilEye
Yes

DXP CAN
Yes
LCV

OBD Yes
Tacho read

It is not recommended to use the LCV mode on the FM-Tco4 HCV device.

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10.4.1 CAN Interface Modes

Depending on the device, the following modes can be selected from the CAN drop-down list:

FMS CAN data standard used for trucks and heavy vehicles. Recommended when
the vehicle has an FMS connector. Refer to your vendor for more details.
An additional Remember tachograph parameters when engine is
OFF checkbox appears when this mode is selected.
HCV Used with a specific set of heavy commercial vehicles, mostly Mercedes
Benz trucks.
MobilEye Used for communication with the MobilEye collision avoidance system.
DXP CAN Used to read DXP electric vehicle information.
LCV Used to read light and commercial vehicle CAN data.
OBD Used to read CAN data via the OBD2 socket.
J1939 + DTC Used to read diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) reading from the J1939 data
line.
Trailers Used to read trailer CAN parameters.
More information: Trailer CAN parameters
Tacho read Used to read tachograph data.

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10.4.2 Additional CAN Mode Parameters

Each mode has additional parameters which can be configured according to your needs. The
following table displays which parameters are available for each mode:

FMS Filter Remember tachograph Smart

Calc
Baudrate Active data by parameters when CAN IO
HRFC
filter engine engine is OFF selection
Tacho read
Yes
FMS

HCV Yes Yes

Yes
J1939+DTC Yes Yes
Yes
LCV

DXP CAN

MobilEye
Yes
Trailers

If OBD mode is used, DTC reading will be enabled by default. Reading time intervals and fuel type
can be specified. Moreover, the OBD communication when ignition OFF parameter can be
configured after clicking Config.
Baudrate CAN interface data transfer speed. This requires FMS to be selected as the
CAN1/CAN2 mode. The required baudrate depends on the vehicle itself.
Possible values:
• 125
• 250
• 500
Default value: 250
Autobaud HCV and LCV modes have an Autobaud parameter instead.
• If enabled, the device will automatically set a correct baudrate for
all used CAN lines in the vehicle.
It is recommended to use the functionality when several CAN lines
are used, and data cannot be acquired.
• If disabled, the baudrate will depend on the vehicle.
Default value: Disabled
Calc HRFC If enabled, fuel consumption will be recalculated from the fuel rate.
Recalculation works only when high-resolution fuel consumption data from
CANbus is not available.
Default value: Disabled
Active If enabled, the device will send queries to the vehicle’s onboard computer to
ask for specific data.
Default value: Depends on the configured mode

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FMS data filter Used to set an FMS data filter. One of the following methods can be selected
from the drop-down list:
• Discard FF values – the device will send only valid data (according
to the SAE J1939 standard) to the server. It discards FMS data
packets with invalid FF values. In this case, new records will contain
previously obtained FMS parameters values (from valid data
packets).
• No filters – the device sends all data to the server
Default value: No filters
Filter by engine If enabled, filters CANbus data by engine state. It helps to solve errors in
EcoDrive data calculations, which come from invalid CANbus data. Errors can
occur, while the vehicle’s ignition is turned off and shortly after it was turned
on.
More information: CANbus filter by engine state.
Default value: Disabled
Remember tachograph If enabled, the FM device keeps the last known driver related IO parameter
parameters when values when the engine is turned off and there is no communication with the
engine is OFF digital tachograph. This might happen when the FMS gateway and digital
tachograph switch to sleep mode.
Default value: Disabled
Smart CAN IO selection Mostly used on the LCV mode. This functionality is used when it is needed to
switch from one CAN interface to another without losing enabled CAN IO
parameters.
Default value: Enabled
DTC enable Only available on the OBD mode. If enabled, DTCs will be read via the OBD2
socket.
Default value: Disabled

Some use case examples of the Smart CAN IO Selection:

1. You have configured CAN FMS 250 Active on the 1st CAN port. You have enabled a few CAN
IO parameters. Then, if you want to switch to the 2nd CAN port without losing enabled CAN
IO parameters, click the Disable button in the Smart CAN IO Selection section. Disable
the 1st CAN interface or set a different mode. Enable the 2nd CAN and set FMS 250 Active.
The switch is completed.
2. The same method can be applied for the LCV mode. The same Group or Subgroup LCV
combinations can be used on both interfaces and switched from one CAN interface to the
other.
3. Switching FMS to LCV or from LCV GroupX, SubgroupX to LCV GroupY, SubgroupY is
not recommended. Some CAN IO parameters may be lost.

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10.4.3 Possible Combinations of CAN Modes

Both CAN interfaces can be used at the same time and some combinations of CAN modes can work
together.

Only one CAN interface can be configured on the FM-Pro4.

CAN2 DXP Tacho J1939

CAN CAN LCV MobilEye OBD HCV Trailers FMS
read + DTC
DXP CAN
LCV HCV / LCV
MobilEye

OBD HCV
HCV
Tacho
read HCV
Trailers

FMS
J1939 +
DTC

If the intersection area of two modes is coloured, their combination can fully work when set on
different CANs. Otherwise, if the intersection area is blank (white), only one of these modes can
work at a time.

• Green intersection areas show which combined interfaces work both for the FM-Tco4 HCV and
FM-Tco4 LCV devices.

• Blue intersection areas show which combined interfaces work only for the FM-Tco4 HCV devices.

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10.4.4 Manufacturer Specific OBD Data Reading

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This functionality allows reading vehicle data that is not accessible using generic on-board
diagnostics (generic OBD2 parameter IDs).

Configure manufacturer specific OBD data reading settings to read additional data via the OBD2
socket. Follow these steps to enable the functionality:

1. Enable CAN or CAN2 port in the Interfaces section.

2. Select OBD from the drop-down list.

3. Click Config. A new OBD Configuration window will open.

4. Tick the Manufacturer specific data checkbox to enable the functionality.

5. Select the Manufacturer from the drop-down list. Auto-detect is the default option which
automatically detects the manufacturer based on the vehicle’s VIN.

The received data depends on the vehicle manufacturer, model and in some cases even the
engine. Consult our OBD2 supported vehicles list for more details.

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The following manufacturers require a second CAN interface to be configured to read additional
proprietary OBD data:

• Citroen

• Peugeot

Be aware, that this requires a physical connection to a second CAN line.

To configure the second CAN interface to read additional proprietary OBD data, tick the checkbox
and select Vendor OBD.

If you use the Ruptela OBD harness, CAN2 must be configured as OBD and CAN must be
configured as Vendor OBD. Otherwise, you will not get the correct data.

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10.5 Light Commercial Vehicle Configuration
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

It is not recommended to use the LCV mode on the FM-Tco4 HCV device.

The LCV mode allows reading specific CAN IO parameters that are supported on your vehicle. The
combination of vehicle group and subgroup is used to determine the exact set of available CAN IO
parameters for the selected vehicle. Follow these steps to configure LCV settings:

1. Enable the Send I/O data with v1.1 protocol checkbox. The extended protocol may add
some additional IO parameters for your vehicle.

2. Enable CAN or CAN2 port in the Interfaces section.

3. Select LCV from the drop-down list.

4. There are three methods to select the best possible combination of group and subgroup:

• Manual selection

• Using the LCV selection wizard

• Using the LCV autoselect functionality

5. In some cases, an additional Channel drop-down list may be displayed, meaning that
parameters for this vehicle can be obtained only when two separate physical connections are
used. Enable the other CAN interface and select LCV to enable the dual configuration.

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 The received data depends on the vehicle manufacturer, model and in some cases even the
engine. Consult our Supported vehicles list for more details.

During the selection process, beware, that changing the combination of the LCV Group or
Subgroup might automatically disable some of enabled IO parameters.

10.5.1 Manual Selection

Use two drop-down lists in the LCV Configuration section and manually set the LCV group and
subgroup combination. Use the Supported vehicles list to set the correct group and subgroup.

10.5.2 LCV Selection Wizard

Click the question mark button in the LCV Configuration section. A new LCV selection wizard
window will appear. Select the Brand, Model, and Manufacture year of your vehicle and click the
Select button. The group and subgroup will be automatically selected.

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10.5.3 LCV Autoselect

FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

The device can automatically select a correct LCV group and subgroup combination. The LCV
Autoselect functionality allows to read and analyze CANbus line data to find the best matching
configuration.

The following parameters are considered as high importance, which has greater significance during
the auto-selection process: Fuel, Vehicle distance, RPM, Wheel based speed.

The Enable I/Os function will automatically enable all supported IO parameters for the vehicle.
Several conditions must be met for the functionality to be activated:

• Tick the Enable I/Os checkbox before starting the auto-select functionality

• The Send I/O data with v1.1 protocol must be enabled

• Enough free IO slots must be available (the needed number varies, depending on the vehicle)

Activation

The following criteria must be met:

1. The FM device is connected to the advanced configurator.

2. The engine is turned on.

3. The vehicle is not moving.

4. One or both CAN interfaces are connected to the vehicle’s CANbus lines.

5. One of the following must be configured:

• On both CAN interfaces LCV mode is selected (LCV group with dual channel)

• On one CAN interface LCV mode is selected and the other CAN interface is disabled.

• On one CAN interface LCV mode is selected and the other CAN interface is set to Tacho
read, MobilEye or Trailers.

• Both CAN interfaces are disabled.

When the criteria are met, click the Start button in the LCV autoselect section to start the
detection process. This might take up to a few minutes and meanwhile, the configurator is inactive.

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After a successful selection, the CAN interface(s) will be automatically configured with the selected
LCV group and subgroup combination. To view the result, go to the main configurator window, click
Get CFG and proceed to the IO settings window to view the current CAN interface configuration.

The functionality can also be enabled remotely using the lcvselect SMS command.
Parameters distance or RPM can be provided to make the auto-selection process more
accurate. The SMS command description can be found in the SMS Command List.

Auto-selection failure is indicated with one of the following responses:

• LCV Autoselect is impossible now! Old protocol is used!

• Not enough I/O slots

• LCV Autoselect is impossible now! Wrong CAN configuration

• There is no answer from the FM device – a critical process is running, please try again.

The LCV Autoselect functionality works only with light vehicles. Also, the Active CAN mode
is unavailable and as a result, Toyota, Truck, Tractor, Claas and Komatsu LCV groups are
excluded from the selection process.

The LCV Autoselect functionality does not guarantee that all supported CAN IO parameters
for the selected LCV group and subgroup will be available for a specific vehicle.

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10.6 1-Wire Interface
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

The 1-Wire interface is used to connect various peripherals and sensors. Follow these steps to
configure the 1-Wire interface:

1. Enable Send I/O data with v1.1 protocol in the Protocol selection section.
2. Enable 1-Wire in the Interfaces section.
3. Select DS1971 from the drop-down list.
4. Click Config. A new 1-Wire Interface Configuration window will open.
5. Set the Data length to determine how many bytes of data should be read. In an offset, the
device will read bytes that are situated after skipped symbols. The default value is 8 bytes.
6. Set the Offset value. It defines how many starting symbols from the ID should be skipped
when reading the DS1971 iButton. The default offset value is 0. Value range: 0 to 31.
7. Click Enable IO. A new Configured IO window will open.
8. Click Save to enable the selected IO parameters. All properties for the selected IO
parameters will be automatically set.

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10.7 Digital Inputs
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S Plug4

Select which mode to use for DIN3 and DIN4.

DIN3/DIN4 mode What signal level will change the state of the DIN. Possible values:
• Positive mode – the state is changed when voltage is detected
• Ground mode – the state is changed when a ground connection is
detected
Default value: Positive mode

Some hardware versions of the devices may not support invertible digital inputs. Use the
setdinmode SMS command to check, if your device supports the functionality.

Connection example in Positive mode :

Connection example in Ground mode :

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10.8 Digital Outputs
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S Plug4

A full functionality description: Digital Output User Manual.

Configure DOUT settings if you connected any peripherals to them.

DOUT1/DOUT2 Which mode will be used for DOUTs. The mode selection depends on the
connected peripherals. The same mode cannot be used on both DOUTs.
Possible values:
• Disabled – the DOUT is disabled but can be controlled remotely via
SMS or GPRS commands
• LED – the DOUT controls a connected LED indicator
• Buzzer – the DOUT controls a connected sound indicator
• Blocking – used with Blocking driver registration mode, the DOUT
blocks the engine from being started until a successful registration
is made. The DOUT must be connected to a changeover relay.
• GSM jamming block – the DOUT blocks the engine when GSM
jamming is detected. The DOUT must be connected to a
changeover relay.
• Custom – used to emit a customizable pattern when the DOUT is
triggered. Custom mode can be used with the Geofencing
functionality or DOUT activation by conditions. Custom can only be
enabled on one DOUT at a time.
• Immobilizer – used to immobilize the vehicle. Can be activated and
deactivated only via an SMS command.
The following modes are available only for FM-Tco4 LCV:
• Lock – used to lock the vehicle doors.
• Unlock – used to unlock the vehicle doors.
• Lock/unlock – used both to lock and unlock the vehicle doors.
• ATH – if selected, the DOUT will block the engine if the setlock SMS
command includes the ath-on parameter.
More information about door control: Vehicle door lock-unlock.
Default value: Disabled
Inverted If turned on, the DOUT logic will be inverted (e.g., an active DOUT will
output a high signal level instead of a low signal level).
Default value: Disabled
Activation conditions Used to trigger the DOUT when the configured conditions are met.
More information: DOUT activation with conditions chapter.

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10.9 Audio Settings
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S FM-Plug4

Devices which have an audio jack interface have adjustable audio settings. Click the Options button
in Audio settings. The following settings can be configured:

Audio output level Sets the volume level of the audio output from Mute to the Loudest.
Default value: 4 of 6
Microphone gain Sets the gain level of the microphone loudness from Lowest to Highest.
Default value: 4 of 6
Ringtone Enables or disables the ringtone.
Default value: Off

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11 SMS Commands and Settings
A full description of the SMS commands: SMS Commands List.

This part of the configuration describes SMS commands. This is an easy and quick way to interact
with the FM device remotely. After sending an SMS command to the FM device, it can respond with
an SMS message informing about the result.

The following configuration parts are described:

1. SMS authentication settings

2. SMS alerts

3. General description of how to configure the FM device using SMS commands

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11.1 Authorized Numbers
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S Plug4

The authorized numbers settings cover all SMS configuration settings including security, number
validation, SMS commands and other.

In the main window, click the Options button in the Authorized numbers section to configure
the following settings:

Password Set a password to restrict access to the SMS commands feature.

If entered, you will need to include the SMS password before every SMS
command. This password cannot contain any names of any SMS commands
and can contain up to 16 symbols. The following symbols are allowed:
• All digits (0-9)
• Letters A-Z (lowercase and uppercase)
• _@#/%-
Default value: None
SMS Alert Number When a specific IO parameter is triggered, the FM device will send an alert
message to this number.
Default value: None
Call Number When a specific IO parameter is triggered, the FM device will call this
number.
Default value: None
Call duration: 300 s
Not available for: FM-Eco4, FM-Eco4 S, FM-Plug4
Valid Numbers Enter a list of numbers that will be able to send commands to the device.
Default value: None
Enable list for voice calls If enabled, the entered numbers in the list can make a phone call to the
device.
Default value: Disabled
Not available for: FM-Eco4, FM-Eco4 S
Enable configuration over If enabled, enables device configuration using SMS commands.
SMS
Default value: Enabled
Reject all incoming calls If enabled, the device will reject all incoming calls.
Default value: Disabled
Not available for: FM-Eco4, FM-Eco4 S
Use ID in SMS commands If enabled, an ID tag must be provided to every sent SMS command. The
device will respond with the same ID, showing to which command the
device has replied. If the ID is not provided, SMS commands will not be
processed.
Default value: Disabled.
Not available for: FM-Eco4 S, FM-Plug4

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11.2 SMS Alerts
FM-Tco4 HCV FM-Tco4 LCV FM-Pro4 FM-Eco4 FM-Eco4 S Plug4

Some of the enabled IO parameters have an option to enable the SMS alert feature. The SMS alerts
will be sent to the SMS Alert Number provided in the Authorized numbers options. The SMS
alert message can be customized.

The following configured IO parameters can trigger the SMS alert functionality:

• All DINs – if Event on is set to Change

• Power supply voltage – if Event on is set to Hysteresis (On Both or On Falling)

• GPS speed – if Event on is set to Hysteresis (On Both or On Rising)

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12 Finishing the Configuration
Once you have configured the device, do not forget to save the configuration to a file (using the
Save CFG button in the menu toolbar) or the device.

Follow these steps to send the configuration to the device:

1. Select the COM port through which the FM device is connected to the computer.

2. Click the Connect button.

3. Click the Send CFG button to upload the configuration to your device.

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13 Updating the Firmware
We highly recommend using the newest firmware to take advantage of our newest functionalities
and improvements. Device firmware can be updated automatically when the Device Center is newer
than the firmware.

The device will not send any data during firmware updates.

If the advanced configurator is older than the firmware, you will not be able to load and
save configuration files from/to the device. You will need to update the configurator.

13.1 Firmware File Extensions

FM-Tco4 HCV: .efwt4

FM-Tco4 LCV: .efwl4

FM-Pro4: .efwp4

FM-Eco4: .efwe4

FM-Eco4 S: .efwk4

FM-Plug4: .efwo4

13.2 Updating Firmware Automatically

If the advanced configurator is newer than the detected device firmware, it will suggest updating
the firmware. Click Yes to update the firmware. Click No to create a configuration without updating
the firmware. If the firmware is not updated, you will not be able to load and save configuration files
from/to the device.

This method does not require an internet connection. This allows you to update the firmware
at any time or location if you have the newest advanced configurator.

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13.3 Updating Firmware Manually
To update firmware manually, click Connect and Send FW in the main configurator menu. Locate
your firmware file and click Open. The firmware update process will start.

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