Advantech Co VITA-350 Automated Vehicle Location Device User Manual VITA 350 Book

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VITA-350GPS, GPRS, DI/O, RS232 Automatic Vehicle Location DeviceUser Manual
VITA-350 User Manual iiCopyright This document is copyrighted, © 2007. All rights are reserved. The orig-inal manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the prod-ucts described in this manual at any time without notice.No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmit-ted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of the original manufacturer. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, the original manufacturer assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements upon the rights of third parties that may result from such use.Acknowlegement Microsoft Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp. All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.For more information on this and other Advantech products, please visit our websites at: http://www.advantech.comhttp://www.advantech.com/eplatformFor technical support and service, please visit our support website at: http://www.advantech.com/supportThis manual is for the VITA-350.Part No. 2006A35000 1st Edition, May 2007
iiiPacking List Before you begin installing your device, please make sure that the follow-ing materials have been shipped:• VITA-350 device• 1 CD-ROM with User's manual, Advantech Utility• 1 User’s Manual• 1 GPS antenna • 1 GPRS antenna • 1 Power cable• 4 Mounting screwsIf any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately.Model No. List DescriptionVITA-350 GPS, GPRS, DI/O and RS232
VITA-350 User Manual iv根據交通部低功率管理辦法規定：第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 FCCThis device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules: Operation is subject to the following two condi-tions:1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, includ-ing interference that may cause undesired operationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-tion manual, may cause harmful interference to radio commu-nications. Operation of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. The user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-ble for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regula-tions and therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment. Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batter-ies according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
vAdditional Information and Assistance 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com where you can find the latest information about the product.2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following information ready before you call:• Product name and serial number• Description of your peripheral attachments• Description of your software (operating system, version, application software, etc.)• A complete description of the problem• The exact wording of any error message
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viiContentsChapter 1 Introduction......................................................21.1 Introduction....................................................................... 21.2 Features ............................................................................. 21.3 Quick Installation Guide ................................................... 21.4 GPS Antenna Installation.................................................. 31.5 GPRS Antenna Installation ............................................... 51.6 Specifications .................................................................... 61.6.1 GPRS Module Siemens Power Modes ........................... 61.6.2 GPS Specifications ......................................................... 61.6.3 GSM/GPRS Specifications of Siemens MC55 module.. 71.6.4 Programmable Digital I/O .............................................. 71.6.5 Enviromental Specifications........................................... 71.6.6 Serial Connectivity ......................................................... 81.6.7 LED Definition ............................................................... 81.7 System Dimensions........................................................... 9Figure 1.1:System Outlook Dimensions....................... 10Chapter 2 Connector Table.............................................122.1 Connector Table.............................................................. 122.1.1 COM port connector (CN2).......................................... 122.1.2 GPS antenna connector (CN3)...................................... 132.1.3 SIM Holder (Subscriber Identification Module) (CN5)142.1.4 GPRS antenna connector (CN6)................................... 152.1.5 Battery Connector (CN9) ...................... 162.1.6 GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) (CN11)............ 172.1.7 Power Connectors (CN14)............................................ 182.1.8 Power Reset button (SW1) ........................................... 192.2 LED Definition .......................................................................20Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility.................................223.1 Introduction & Overview ................................................ 223.1.1 Overview....................................................................... 223.1.2 Installation .................................................................... 233.1.3 PC System Requirements.............................................. 233.1.4 Installing M2M Utility.................................................. 233.1.5 How Does VITA-350 Work? ..................................... 233.2 Getting Started................................................................. 253.3 Format of Sending Packets.............................................. 49Appendix A GPIO Definition .............................................56A.1 GPIO Definition.............................................................. 56A.2 GPIO DC Spec. ............................................................... 57
VITA-350 User Manual viiiAppendix B Accessories ......................................................60B.1 Power Cable .................................................................... 60Appendix C Mechanical Drawing......................................64Figure C.1:VITA-350 Mechanical Drawinng ............ 65
1 Chapter 1 General Information CHAPTER1General InformationThis chapter gives background information on the VITA-350.Sections include: • Introduction• Features• Quick Installation Guide• RF Antenna Installation• Specifications• System Dimensions
VITA-350 User Manual 2Chapter 1 Introduction1.1 IntroductionThe Advantech first M2M product, VITA-350 provides in-vehicle data solutions while operating over Carrier's GSM/GPRS networks for Fleet Management. A 16-channel GPS module, 1 x RS232 and 10 x digital I/O ports are also offered to allow for advanced tracking and alarms.1.2 Features• Turnkey SolutionIndustrial hardware design with intelligent software capabilities, mak-ing it a reliable Fleet management solution.• Versatile I/O Interfaces10 GPIO, 1 x RS-232 serial ports allow you to monitor and connect external device.• Embedded SDK for Easy ConfigurationEquipped with Advantech Utility, easy-to-use APIs, VITA-350 offers an easy management and integration for all devices.• Air Interface UpdatingVITA-350 provides remote parameters upgrade over the air (OTA). Therefore, no need to re-set parameters on the local site, saving time and cost for field maintenance.1.3 Quick Installation GuideBefore you install, please check below items:1. Check if all the parts are included within the package.2. Prepare a SIM card for GSM/GPRS communication (make sure the GPRS function has been enabled). Use a mobile phone to confirm that the PIN code has not been set and make sure the SIM card working properly.3. Find a suitable place inside the car for installing the unit.4. Find a suitable place to install VITA-350 and put the external GPS antenna toward the sky - not covered or shielded by any other object containing metallic material.
3 Chapter 1 General Information 5. Check if all the wiring has been connected correctly; connect the AVL unit to the power source (12 or 24 VDC).6. Check all LED indicator blinks regularly to confirm VITA-350 working status.7. Put VITA-350 on a proper space with wall mount kit or strong adhesive double-sided tape and make sure VITA-350 will sustain during the vibration or shaking situation.1.4 GPS Antenna InstallationThe antenna must be mounted so it is visible to the sky. The windshield must be cleaned before antenna is mounted. Ensure that tinted or any met-alic objects do not obscure the line of sight.Step 1: Clean the inside of the windshield.Step 2: Peel off the adhesive tape cover.
VITA-350 User Manual 4Step 3: Push the antenna firmly into position.Note: Do not mount within the wiper movement arc area.Do not mount on the tinted area as displayed below.
5 Chapter 1 General Information Note: The adhesive tape side is the active side and must face the sky.1. Make certain to mount in position outside of the wiper blades movement arc.2. Do not mount on the tinted area at the top of some widescreens as these can contain metal content and may degrade the antenna sensitivity.3. Avoid running the antenna cable next to antenna cables from two way radios, cell phones etc.4. Do not lengthen/shorten the shielded antenna cable.5. Route the shielded antenna cable through the ferrite core in order to minimise radio frequency interference.6. Take special care when plugging and unplugging the antenna connector.7. Take care not to place the antenna under a structure such as s metal Roof Rock.1.5 GPRS Antenna InstallationThe windshield must be cleaned before antenna is mounted&it must be mounted vertaically and not horizontally.Note: Any 3rd party transmitting/receiving device can affect the sensitivity and range of the RF.1. Avoid running tha antenna cable next to antenna cables from two way radios, cell phones etc.2. Do not strengthen/shorten the shielded antenna cable.
VITA-350 User Manual 63. Take special care when plugging and unplugging the antenna connector into the male/female connector.1.6 Specifications1.6.1 GPRS Module Siemens Power ModesNotes:1) Power Controll Level PCL 52) Power Controll Level PCL 03) All average supply currrent values at IVDD =0mA4) Test condition for the typical values: 50 Ωantenna1.6.2 GPS Specifications16 channel ANTARIS 4 positioningSupports different serial protocols (NEMA, UBX, & RTCM)Support Active AntennaAntenna short and open circuitPower brown-out protection: No external reset hardware neededOperating temperature range: -40 to 85°C• AccuracyPosition 2.5m CEP3 5.0m SEP4Position DGPS/SBAS2 2.0m CEP 3.0m SEPParameterDescriptionCondition Min Type Max UnitI BATT+Average supply current3)Power Down Mode 50 100 µASleep mode at DRX=2 @DRX=5 @DRX=94.33.02.5mAIDLE mode at DRX=2 EGSM 9001)4) GSM 1800/19002)4)151515mADATA mode GPRS,(4 Rx, 1Tx) EGSM 9001)4) GSM 1800/19002)4)300300230mA
7 Chapter 1 General Information • Accuisition5_6• Sensitivity7Tracking -158 dBmAcquisition & Reacquisition -148 dBmCold Starts -142 dBm1.6.3 GSM/GPRS Specifications of Siemens MC55 module Tri-band MC55 EGSM900 /GSM1800/1900 GPRS multi-slot Class 10 GPRS mobile station Class BDownload: Max. 85.6 KbpsUplink: Max. 42.8 Kbps Coding Scheme: CS1-4Internet service: TCP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP31.6.4 Programmable Digital I/ODigit GPIO: 5 In / 5 OutVIH: 2.64~3.3V (Input logic 1)VIL: 0~0.66V (Input logic 0)VOH: 3.2~3.3V (Output logic 1)VOL: 0~0.4V (Output logic 0)Maximum DC current: 5mA1.6.5 Enviromental SpecificationsOperating Temperature: Storage Temperature: GPS_Mode_(UBX-CFG_Msg)Fast Acquisition ModeNormal ModeHigh Sensitivity ModeAuto ModeCold Start 34s 36s 41s 34sWarm Start 33s N/A N/A N/AHot Start <3.5s N/A N/A N/AReacquisition <1s N/A N/A N/A
VITA-350 User Manual 8Humidity: 5-85% RHVibration Test: 1.6.6 Serial Connectivity1 RS-232 TX/RX up to 230Kbps1.6.7 LED DefinitionGreen LED (Power Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED ON +12/+24V Power ON2 LED OFF +12/+24V Power OFFRed LED (GPS Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED 1s ON / 1s OFF 2D acquisition accomplishment2 LED OFFGPS signal searchingGPS don’t workNo GPS signalBlue LED (GPRS Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED Permanently ON GPRS Power Down2 LED 600ms ON/ 600ms OFF Limited Network Service: No SIM inserted. No PIN enter. Network search in progress. Ongoing user authentication. Network login in progress.3 LED 75ms ON/ 75ms OFF/ 75ms ON/ 3s OFFGPRS network activated4 LED 0.5s ON/ OFF depend-ing on transmission activityGPRS Data Transfer in progress. LED goes ON within 1 sec after data pack-ets were exchanged.Orange LED (Error Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED ON Error Happened2 LED OFF System OK
9 Chapter 1 General Information 1.7 System Dimensions
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11 Chapter 2 Connector TableCHAPTER 2Connector TableThis chapter explains the setup procedures of VITA-350 hardware, including instructions on connecting peripherals and indicators. Be sure to read all safety precautions before you begin the installation procedure.
VITA-350 User Manual 12Chapter 2 Connector Table2.1 Connector Table2.1.1 COM port connector (CN2)The VITA-350 provides 1 serial ports (COM1: RS-232 TX/RX) in one DB-9 connector (COM1). You can find the pin assignments for the COM port connector in Appendix A.CN2 COM1PartNumber 1654000056Footprint DBCOM-VM5MSDescription D-SUB CON. 9P 90D(M) DIP 070241MR009S200ZU SUYINPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1NC2RXD#IN +5V3TXD#OUT+5V4NC5GND6NC7NC8NC9NC
13 Chapter 2 Connector Table2.1.2 GPS antenna connector (CN3)The GPS function needs the expander antenna, and the GPS connector is a standard Female SMA connector.CN3 GPS Antenna Con.PartNumber 1654001599Footprint RF-SMAC037Description RF Conn 5p 180D(F) DIP SMA-C037-GPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1RF_IN2GND3GND4GND5GND
VITA-350 User Manual 142.1.3 SIM Holder (Subscriber Identification Module) (CN5)Supported SIM card +3V, and SIM interface compatible with ISO 7816 IC Card standard.CN5 SIM HolderPartNumber 1654000639Footprint SIM-WL608CDescription SIM card conn 6p 90D(F)SMD WO/Pb WL608C3-M04-TRPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1 SIM_CCVCC IN +3V2 SIM_CCRST3 SIM_CCCLK4GND5NC6 SIM_CCIO
15 Chapter 2 Connector Table2.1.4 GPRS antenna connector (CN6)The GPRS function needs the expander antenna, and the GPRS connector is a standard Female Reverse SMA connector.CN6 GPRS Antenna Con.PartNumber 1700004811Footprint CABLE-SMAFN9Description Coaxial Cable 10cm SMT SMA(F) to I-PEXPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1GND2GND3GND4GND
VITA-350 User Manual 162.1.5 Battery Connector (CN9)WB_2V_1.25mmCN9 Battery Con.PartNumber 1655902032Footprint WHL2V-125Description WAFER 2P 180D(M) 1.25mm 53047-0210Pin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1 BAT_VCC PWR +3.3V2GND
17 Chapter 2 Connector Table2.1.6 GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) (CN11)The board supports 10-bit GPIO through GPIO connector. The 10 digital in and out-puts can be programmed to read or control devices, with input or out-put defined. The default setting is 5 bits input and 5 bits output.PLUG_10_3.50mmCN11 GPIOPartNumber 1652000746Footprint ME050-35010Description PLUG-IN BLOCK 10P 90D DIP ME050-35010 WO/PBPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1 GPIO1 I/O +3.3V2 GPIO2 I/O +3.3V3 GPIO3 I/O +3.3V4 GPIO4 I/O +3.3V5 GPIO5 I/O +3.3V6 GPIO6 I/O +3.3V7 GPIO7 I/O +3.3V8 GPIO8 I/O +3.3V9 GPIO9 I/O +3.3V10 GPIO10 I/O +3.3V
VITA-350 User Manual 182.1.7 Power Connectors (CN14)Main power connector, +12 V / +24 V (CN14)Supplies main power to the VITA-350.PLUG_4_3.50mmCN14 Power Con.PartNumber 1652000744Footprint ME050-35004Description PLUG-IN BLOCK 4P 90D DIP ME050-35004 WO/PPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1 B+ PWR +12V / +24V2ACC IN3GND4GND
19 Chapter 2 Connector Table2.1.8 Power Reset button (SW1)Momentarily pressing the reset button will activate a reset.SW1 Power Reset ButtonPartNumber 1601063200Footprint SW-HDK632BR-STDescription PUSH SW L=5.85mm Reset Button HDK632BRPin Pin Name Signal Type Signal Level1GND2 uP_RESET#3GND4GND
VITA-350 User Manual 202.2 LED DefinitionRed LED (Power Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED ON +12/+24V Power ON2 LED OFF +12/+24V Power OFFYellow LED (GPS Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED 1s ON / 1s OFF 2D acquisition accomplishment2 LED OFFGPS signal searchingGPS don’t workNo GPS signalGreen LED (GPRS Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED Permanently ON GPRS Power Down2 LED 600ms ON/ 600ms OFF Limited Network Service: No SIM inserted. No PIN enter. Network search in progress. Ongoing user authentication. Network login in progress.3 LED 75ms ON/ 75ms OFF/ 75ms ON/ 3s OFFGPRS network activated4 LED 0.5s ON/ OFF depend-ing on transmission activityGPRS Data Transfer in progress. LED goes ON within 1 sec after data pack-ets were exchanged.Orange LED (Error Indicator)LED Mode VITA-350 Status1 LED ON Error Happened2 LED OFF System OK
21 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M UtilityCHAPTER 3Advantech M2M UtilityAdvantech M2M Utility software is a comprehensive, flexible human machine interface application environ-ment, which supports the functions to customize M2M applications in the Windows XP, and Windows CE envi-ronment. M2M Utility software pro-vides a windows-based, mouse driven system to identify M2M Data and GPS Tracking System.Sections include:• Introduction• Getting Started• Format of Sending Packets
VITA-350 User Manual 22Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility3.1 Introduction & OverviewIntroduction & Overview gives a general background to the M2M plat-form. The system architecture is explained, and the product’s main fea-tures are introduced. Installation of the software is explained.3.1.1 OverviewCongratulations on your purchase of Advantech’s VITA-350 product for developing M2M control for GPS and automation solutions of industry. Advantech VITA-350 product is a comprehensive, flexible GPS and GPRS enabled controlling platform that supports the functions and utili-ties to develop automation applications in industry environment. VITA-350 products provide GPS/GPRS enabled systems including remote controlling & accessing functions to be connected to Internet/Intranet.VITA-350 is extremely flexible and easy to use. The client could use M2M Utility to get/set the information of devices. A VITA-350 device will be automatically probed and shown on your Utility screen. After set-ting the server IP address, port and sending format of data, VITA-350will automatically connect to the server and send GPS or I/O data to the server.The VITA-350 kernel is a multi-threaded engine for optimal perfor-mance. It provides you GPS/GPRS connectivity with your mobile machines including cars, fleets, and other automated devices. It saves a lot of effort and time when developing your applications. The VITA-350 platform ensures that you can integrate your process data into existing M2M information systems. In addition, VITA-350 M2M Utility software utility leverages 32-bit Windows’ preemptive multi-tasking capability to support Windows CE environments. Contents• Installation• How does VITA-350 work?
23 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility3.1.2 InstallationM2M Utility engine is built-in on VITA-350 platform. So you don’t install anything in the VITA-350 product.M2M Utility on Windows XP is the client for configuring and controlling VITA-350 remotely, you must copy and execute it into a PC system.3.1.3 PC System Requirements• OS : Microsoft Windows XP• RAM : at least 128 MB memory• Disk space: at least 4 MB space• CPU: Intel Pentium II processor 400 MHz or higher• Display: VGA resolution or higher• Microsoft-compatible mouse• Ethernet port3.1.4 Installing M2M UtilityAdvantech M2M utility ships with an execution program and you just copy the program to your computer.3.1.5 How Does VITA-350E Work?VITA-350 platform includes two parts: controlling engine and client utility. The controlling engine is the hardware body plus M2M program softwares. VITA-350 device has one RS485 port and can be connected by your PC-based system. If GPS and DIO data of the connected devices are periodic, you could send the data on VITA-350 device to your server..VITA-350 platform is designed to fit the following purposes:• GPS/GPRS automation system• Data acquisition provider and access controllers through GPRS• Enable data to Internet• Provide remote accessing control• Easy to configure connected controllers The M2M utility is the client to configure and control the VITA-350platform. The UI is the following:
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25 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility3.2 Getting StartedGetting Start explains how to use M2M platform and complete some of the most common tasks within M2M Utility software package.Quick Start to VITA-350E platformAs a quick introduction to using VITA-350 platform, complete the fol-lowing procedure to run VITA-350 and M2M utility that was copied to your computer’s hard disk drive during the software installation.1. Power on the VITA-350, plug-in COM port modem cable connec-tor to it and be sure that VITA-350 is connected to your PC.2. Launch the Advantech M2M utility.3. Select your PC connected COM port on “Configuration” page.
VITA-350 User Manual 264. Click on the button “Search”, the VITA-350 device connected on your PC will be probed and linked automatically.5. Select “Configuration” page again. This window includes set/get time, GSM/GPRS options, screen emulator quality, ACC power off delay, platform ID number and name, server IP, port, and send for-mat.6. Define your server IP, port and data send format. Then press the Set button on the Server Option Group.
27 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility7. Reboot the VITA-350, then the data will be sent to your specified server.The build-in functions shipped with VITA-350 can help you to accom-plish some basic controlling data format. You can also change your own data format which will be described in Chapter 3, “Format of Sending Packets”. The following sections overview the basic functions for customizing your M2M solutions with VITA-350.
VITA-350 User Manual 28• Command PageThere are 4 groups on the tab page: “Command Data”, “GPS Received Data”, “GSM/GPRS Received Data”, and “M2M Platform Information”.“Search” button in the “Command Data” group : Search the VITA-350device on the serial port cable.“Clear” button in the “Command Data” group : Clear the command list data.“Command Data” list : Show the VITA-350 status list.“Open” button in “GPS Received Data” group : Open the GPS port.“Close” button in “GPS Received Data” group : Close the GPS port.“Clear” button in “GPS Received Data” group : Clear the GPS Received data list.“GPS Received Data” list : Show the VITA-350 GPS data.“Open” button in “GSM/GPRS Received Data” group : Open the GSM port while GSM mode set to AT-Command mode.“Close” button in “GSM/GPRS Received Data” group : Close GSM port while GSM mode set to AT-Command mode.
29 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility“Clear” button in “GSM/GPRS Received Data” group : Clear the GSM/GPRS Received data list.“GSM/GPRS Received Data” list : Show the VITA-350 GSM data.“Product ID” static text in M2M platform information group : Platform name and should be “VITA-350”.“OS version” static text in M2M platform information group : OS version and got from VITA-350.“Bootload Version” static text in M2M platform information group : Bootloader version and got from VITA-350.“Firmware Version” static text in M2M platform information group : M2M engine version and got from VITA-350.
VITA-350 User Manual 30• Screen Emulator pageYou can change the screen emulator quality on “configuration” page. The default quality value is 5 %.“Get Screen” button : Get the current screen of VITA-350. The default size of screen width is 320, and the default size of screen height is 240.“Start Control” button : Begin controlling the VITA-350 by mouse and keyboard. After pressing the button, the name of the button will change to “Disable Control”.
31 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility“Disable Control” button : Stop controlling the VITA-350 by mouse and keyboard.“Keyboard Input” edit : Keyboard input field. Input characters will be sent to VITA-350.
VITA-350 User Manual 32• Configuration pageThis page is the main settings page for VITA-350. These values will be got first when the VITA-350 is searched. There are several groups in this page. These groups include “Host Serial Port”, “Device Date/Time”, “GSM/GPRS Options”, “GPRS Baud Rate”, “COM Baud Rate”, “H/W Reset”, “Screen Emulator Quality”, “ACC Power Off Delay”, “Platform Options”, “Voltage Source”, and “Server Options”.“Host Serial Port” combo-box : Assign the PC connected COM port ID. All available serial ports will be a item in this list. You should select a available serial port and connect VITA-350 with this port.“Get Time” button in the “Device Date/Time” group : Get the current time from VITA-350.“Set Time” button in the “Device Date/Time” group : Set the PC current time to VITA-350.“GSM Mode” combo-box in “GSM/GPRS Options” group : Select the AT-command or GPRS mode for GSM module. If the mode is set to GPRS, M2M engine will automatically connect the AP station with spec-ified APN, phone number. If the mode is set to AT-command, the M2M engine will open the GSM module port with specified baud rate.
33 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility“Baud Rate” combo-box in “GSM/GPRS Options” group : Select a baud rate for GSM module. It is only used on AT-command mode.“APN” edit in “GSM/GPRS Options” group : Specify the APN name when GPRS mode is selected. The default value is “internet”.“Phone Number” edit in “GSM/GPRS Options” group : Specify the phone number when GPRS mode is selected. The default is “*99***1#”.“Set” button in “GSM/GPRS Options” group : Set GSM/GPRS options to VITA-350.“GPS Baud Rate” combo-box in “GPS Baud Rate” group : Define the baud rate of GPS module. This is fixed and should not be change by user.“COM Baud Rate” combo-box in “COM Baud Rate” group : Define the baud rate of VITA-350 COM module. This COM via VITA-350 is connected and defined by user.“Reboot” button in “H/W Reset” group : Reboot the VITA-350 device.“Screen Emulator Quality” edit in “Screen Emulator Quality” group : Define the screen quality percent when getting screen option enabled. The range of the value is from 1 % to 100 %.“Set” button in “Screen Emulator Quality” group : Set specified screen quality to VITA-350.“ACC Power Off Delay” edit in “ACC Power OFF Delay” group : Define the delay seconds when the ACC power turned off.“Get” button in “ACC Power OFF Delay” group : Get the ACC power off delay seconds from VITA-350.“Set” button in “ACC Power OFF Delay” group : Set the ACC power off delay seconds to VITA-350.“Type” combo-box in “Platform Options” group : Set the type of VITA-350. The current available items are “Standard Platform” and “Custom-ized platform”. The Standard Platform is specified by Advantech and the data format is binary. The Customized Platform is specified by user and
VITA-350 User Manual 34the data format is text. The data format could be changed by users. The default type is Customized Platform.“ID number” edit in “Platform Options” group : Define the ID number of VITA-350. This text will be sent to server when the format included the string <ID>.“ID name” edit in “Platform Options” group : Define the ID name of VITA-350. This text will be sent to server when the format included the string <TYPE>.“Set” button in “Platform Options” group : Set the ID number and Name to VITA-350. “Get” button in “Platform Options” group : Get the ID number and Name from VITA-350. “Voltage Source” static text in “Voltage Source” group : Show the Volt-age Source. The value should be “12V” or “24V”.“Get” button in “Voltage Source” group : Get the Voltage Source from VITA-350. “First IP Address” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the first server IP address. The VITA-350 will send data to the first server peri-odically. “First IP Port Number” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the first server socket port number. “Second IP Address” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the sec-ond server IP address. The VITA-350 will send data to the senond server when the first server is unconnected. “Second IP Port Number” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the second server socket port number. “Send Format” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the format of data sent to the server. The format descriptions are documented in Chap-ter 3. The default format is $,<TYPE>,<ID>,<FIX>,<DDM-MYY>,<HHMMSS>,<RMC(4)><RMC(3)>,<RMC(6)><RMC(5)>,<SPEED>,<ANGLE>,0,#<CR><LF>“Interval Time” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the interval seconds between dada packets. The default value is 30 seconds.“Re-Send Head String” edit text in “Server Options” group : Define the re-send data head string. When the server is disconnected or GPRS is
35 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utilityfailed, the sent-data will be saved in the VITA-350 internal memory. If the server is connected, then the unsent data will be sent again. The Re-Send Head string is defined to replace the normal send-head string when the re-send process happened. For example, if the Re-Send Head string is “$@”, then the re-sent data head will be changed from “$,”to “$@”.“Set°” button in “Server Options” group : Set server options to VITA-350.“Get” button in “Server Options” group : Get server options from VITA-350.
VITA-350 User Manual 36• GPIO Setting pageThe “GPIO Setting” Page enables you to define and get the GPIO direc-tions and values from/to VITA-350 remotely. There are 10 GPIO pins in VITA-350. Every GPIO pin could be set to input or output.“GPIO Direction #n” radio button in “GPIOs Direction/Value” group : Specify the direction of GPIO #n where n is from 1 to 10.“GPIO Value #n” combo-box in “GPIOs Direction/Value” group : Spec-ify the output value of GPIO pin #n when the direction of the pin defined to output.“GPIO Status #n” picture in “GPIOs Status” group : Show the current sta-tus of GPIO pin #n.“Setup” button in “GPIOs Direction/Value” group : Setup directions and values of GPIO pins to VITA-350.“Get” button in “GPIOs Direction/Value” group : Get directions and val-ues of GPIO pins from VITA-350.“Refresh” button in “GPIOs Status” group : Get the values of GPIO pins from VITA-350.
37 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility• Query GPS pageThe “Query” Page enables that you query GPS data from VITA-350 in specified time range.“Begin Date” date selector : Select begin date of GPS data in VITA-350.“Begin Time” time selector : Select begin time of GPS data in VITA-350.“End Date” date selector : Select begin date of GPS data in VITA-350.“End Time” time selector : Select begin time of GPS data in VITA-350.“Save to File” edit text : Specify the filename to save the query GPS data.“Query from VITA-350” button : Start querying the GPS data with specified dates and times.“Browse” button : Browse the folder and select the path and file to save queried GPS data.
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39 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility• Upgrade Firmware pageThis “Upgrade Firmware” page enables that you could upgrade the M2M firmware engine to VITA-350.“Upgrade File” edit text : Specify the firmware file. It should include the file path and filename.“Version” static text : Show the firmware version for upgrading firmware.“Check sum” static text : Show the checksum for upgrading firmware.“Browse” button : Browse the folder and select a path and file to upgrade to VITA-350. This upgrade firmware file should be named as m2magent.bin. There is a file named m2magent.ver in the same folder.
VITA-350 User Manual 40“Upgrade to VITA Device” button : Start upgrading specified firmware to VITA-350.The upgrade procedure is the following:1. Power-on VITA-350 device.2. Connect your PC to VITA-350E with COM port by Modem cable.3. Choose your PC COM port on Configuration Page in M2M utility.
41 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility4. Press the Search Button on the Command PageVITA-350 information will be read to your PC.
VITA-350 User Manual 425. Go to the Upgrade Firmware page in M2m utility and press the Browse button to select the latest firmware.
43 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility6. The upgrading firmware information will be shown on the screen, then press the button “Upgrade to VITA Device”.7. Change the tab-page to “Command Page”, you will read the string “DOC_CMD_WRITEFILE Cmd begin”.
VITA-350 User Manual 448. Wait about 30 seconds, you will read the strings “UpgradeUtyCmd begin...” and “UpgradeUtyCmd Success!”.9. Now upgrading firmware is successful, then you need to re-boot the VITA-350 to run new firmware.10. After you re-boot the VITA-350, please check the “M2M Firm-ware Version” is the same with your firmware version.
45 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility• Test Mode pageThe “Test Mode” page enables you test the I/O functions of VITA-350 device work or not. “Begin Test” button : Start the I/O functions test for VITA-350. The I/O tests include GPS test, SD Card test, flash ROM test, and GPIO test.“Reset Device” button : Reset the VITA-350 and set default parameters to it.“LED On” button : Turn on the error LED of VITA-350.“LED Off” button : Turn ff the error LED of VITA-350.
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47 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility• Data Format pageThis page lets you see the fields of GPS data.
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49 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility3.3 Format of Sending PacketsFormat of Sending Packet explains the string format for different data fields. In this chapter, you could learn the format usage about M2M data fields.This chapter shows you how to format data sent by VITA-350. Firstly, you must design the fields of data received to your server. Your server should have the capacity to process the data which sent normally or re-sent abnormally from VITA-350. Secondly, you could transfer data fields from raw data to format identifiers of VITA-350.The format identifiers supported by VITA-350E are list as follows: Identifier Data String Description Example<ID> ssss Platform ID Number001<TYPE> ssss Platform Type NameAdvantech<PACKET> 9999 Packet number from system starting.20<FIX> a Status (A=valid, V=invalid, R=unavailable)A<GPIO> XXX GPIO Status 3F2<LASTFIX-DATE>DDMMYY UTC Date for last valid RMC data.281107<LASTFIX-TIME>HHMMSS UTC Time for last valid RMC data.205950<LASTFIX-LONX>SDDDMM.mmmmLongitude for last valid RMC data.S is (-) for West 12145.1214-12001.2589<LASTFIXL-ONY>SDDMM.mmmmLatitude for last valid RMC data.S is (-) for South1245.1214-1201.2589<SPEED> 999 Speed, the unit is km/hr90<ANGLE> 999 Angle, the unit is the degree25
VITA-350 User Manual 50<CR> 0x0D Carriage Character0x0D<LF> 0x0A Linefeed Character0x0A<STATUS> x The status of VITA-350E.2:Normal5:ACC Power off5<DDMMYY> DDMMYY UTC DateValue is from RMC valid or RTC of VITA-350E.281107<YYMMDD> YYMMDD UTC DateValue is from RMC valid or RTC of VITA-350E.071128<YYYYM-MDD>YYYYMMDD UTC DateValue is from RMC valid or RTC of VITA-350E.20071128<HHMMSS> HHMMSS UTC Time.Value is from RMC valid or RTC of VITA-350E. 205950<RMC(1)> HHMMSS.sss UTC Time 205950.000<RMC(2)> a Status (A=valid, V=invalid)A<RMC(3)> DDMM.mmmm Latitude 1825.4523<RMC(4)> d Direction(N:north,S:south)N<RMC(5)> DDDMM.mmmmLongitude 12145.1214<RMC(6)> d Direction(E:east,W:west)E<RMC(7)> z.z Speed over ground (knots).63.52
51 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility<RMC(8)> y.y Course over ground (reference to true north).240.31<RMC(9)> DDMMYY UTC date 281107<RMC(10)> d.d (Null) or Mag-netic variation (degrees)<RMC(11)> v (Null) or Variation sense (E=east, W=west)<GGA(1)> HHMMSS.sss UTC Time 205950.000<GGA(2)> DDMM.mmmm Latitude 1825.4523<GGA(3)> d Direction(N:north,S:south)N<GGA(4)> DDDMM.mmmmLongitude 12145.1214<GGA(5)> d Direction(E:east,W:west)E<GGA(6)> q GPS qualityindicator(0 - Fix not avail-able, or invalid1 - GPS SPS Mode, fix valid2 - Differential, GPS SPS Mode, fix valid3 - GPS PPS Mode, fix valid)1<GGA(7)> ss Number of satelli-ties in use (in tracking),ss=0..1205<GGA(8)> h.h Horizontal dilution of precisionh.h : HDOP2.0<GGA(9)> a.a Antenna altitude re: mean-sea-level (geoid)59.0<GGA(10)> M Units of antenna altitude, metersM
VITA-350 User Manual 52<GGA(11)> (Null) Geoidal separa-tion (Not sup-ported)<GGA(12)> (Null) Units of geoidal separation (Not yet supported)<GGA(13)> x.x Age of Differential GPS data(NULL)<GGA(14)> xxxx Differenttial refer-ence station ID<GSA(1)> a Mode:A- AutomaticM - Manual (forced to operate in 2D or 3 D mode)A<GSA(2)> x Mode:1 = Fix not available2 = 2D3 = 3D1<GSA(3)> s 1 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(4)> s 2 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(5)> s 3 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(6)> s 4 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(7)> s 5 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)
53 Chapter 3 Advantech M2M Utility<GSA(8)> s 6 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(9)> s 7 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(10)> s 8 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(11)> s 9 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(12)> s 10 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(13)> s 11 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(14)> s 12 PRN number of satellites used in solution (NULL for unsued fields)<GSA(15)> p.p PDOP<GSA(16)> h.h HDOP<GSA(17)> v.v VDOP<GLL(1)> DDMM.mmmm Latitude 1825.4523<GLL(2)> d Direction(N:north,S:south)N<GLL(3)> DDDMM.mmmmLongitude 12145.1214<GLL(4)> d Direction(E:east,W:west)E<GLL(5)> HHMMSS.sss UTC Time 205950.000
VITA-350 User Manual 54For examples,$,<TYPE>,<ID>,<FIX>,<DDM-MYY>,<HHMMSS>,<RMC(4)><RMC(3)>,<RMC(6)><RMC(5)>,<SPEED>,<ANGLE>,0,#<CR><LF><GLL(6)> a Status (A=valid, V=invalid)A<VTG(1)> t.t Course Over Ground (degrees True)0 if over current DOP mask<VTG(2)> T Units: T - degrees True<VTG(3)> m.m Course Over Ground (degrees Magnetic)0 if over current DOP mask<VTG(4)> s.s Speed (knots).0 if over current DOP mask<VTG(5)> N Units: N ®C knots<VTG(6)> g.g Speed (Km/hr).0 if over current DOP mask<VTG(7)> K Units: K - Km/hr
55 Appendix A GPIO DefinitionAppendixAGPIO DefinitionThe VITA-350 is equipped with a watchdog timer that resets the CPU or generates an interrupt if processing comes to a standstill for any reason. This feature ensures system reliability in industrial standalone or unmanned environments.
VITA-350 User Manual 56Appendix A GPIO DefinitionA.1 GPIO Definition5 IN/ 5 OUT is default GPIO setting, and it could be customized, Ex, 4 IN / 6 OUT.Table A.1: GPIO DefinitionGPIO No. FunctionGPIO_1 INGPIO_2 INGPIO_3 INGPIO_4 INGPIO_5 INGPIO_6 OUTGPIO_7 OUTGPIO_8 OUTGPIO_9 OUTGPIO_10 OUT
57 Appendix A GPIO DefinitionA.2 GPIO DC Spec.VCCQ: 3.3V (Typical)VSS: GNDTable A.2: Output DC Operating ConditionsVOH Output High Voltage, all standard output and I/O pinsVCCQ-0.1VCCQVVOL Output Low Voltage, all standard output and I/O pinsVSS VSS+0.4VIOH_H Output High Current, all standard, high-strength output and I/O pins (VO=VOH)-10 mAIOH_L Output High Current, all standard, low-strength output and I/O pins (VO=VOH)-3 mAIOL_H Output Low Current, all standard, high-strength output and I/O pins (VO=VOH)10 mAIOL_L Output Low Current, all standard, low-strength output and I/O pins (VO=VOH)3mA
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59 Appendix B AccessoriesAppendixBAccessories
VITA-350 User Manual 60Appendix B AccessoriesThe VITA-350 requires several cables for normal operation. You can make them yourself or purchase an optional cable kit assembly, which includes the following.B.1 Power Cable CN15PLUG_4_3.50 mm
61 Appendix B AccessoriesPIN1: Power Input, Red line, 12 V / 24 V Car Battery DC constant Input.PIN2: ACC, Yellow line, Ignition/Switching power, see the related operating power at notes3. PIN3: GND, Black line, ground, Notes:1. The length of Power cable is 3 M.2. Power Input Voltage 9~35 V.3. Power Operating Voltage 10~30 V (9 V would be looked as battery low).
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63 Appendix C Mechanical DrawingAppendixCMechanical Drawings
VITA-350 User Manual 64Appendix C Mechanical DrawingC.1 Mechanical Drawing
65 Appendix C Mechanical DrawingFigure C.1: VITA-350 Mechanical Drawinng˚ˣ˦˚ˣ˥˦˥˘˦˘˧˚ˣ˜ˢ˥˦˅ˆ˅ˣˢ˪˘˥˟˘˗
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