Benefon TrackBox Installation Manual

TRACKBOX INSTALLATION GUIDE

STRUCTURE OF THE DEVICE

Location, temperature and use of the device set some restrictions for
selecting the model. Both models are fixed installations using same
type of hardware platform and front panel, although the accessory
module might slightly differ depending on the model.

Model descriptions

STANDARD MODEL: BASIC TRACKING FEATURES

•In addition to basic tracking functions, this model offers capability
for GSM and NMEA data transfer through the configuration port.
(Local data transfer requires the BwTrackbox cable, which is an
accessory and sold separately.)

•Equipped with continuing power supply: Contains a built-in
charger with 10-30VDC input power supply and a Li-Ion battery.

•Li-Ion batteries available for the device are: A standard battery 1700
mAh or a backup battery 650mAh. (Li-Ion 650, 900, 1200 mAh are
also approved, but might not be provided by the manufacturer)

•Possibility to use an external Pb battery (12V), as well. Pb battery
needs a separate charger (NOTE: Neither one is provided by the
manufacturer).

I/O MODEL: ADVANCED TRACKING FEATURES

Otherwise the same as the standard model, but additionally the I/O
model contains full I/O functionality and an Event log.

•The I/O functionality comes with 9+1 digital inputs, 8 digital out­puts, and 4 analogue inputs. Inputs and outputs are for integrating
special functions with the device. Such functions could be, e.g. a car
immobilization system, an alarm system, registration of opened
doors/liquid level/temperature changes and so on.

•Event log is used for storing positions and I/O events, which can be
recalled afterwards and even remotely by making a CSD-data call.

Pins available for the I/O model

Function PCB Function PCB

Digital Input D_in1 Digital Output D_out1

Digital Input D_in2 Digital Output D_out2

Digital Input D_in3 Digital Output D_out3

Digital Input D_in4 Digital Output D_out4

Digital Input D_in5 Digital Output D_out5

Digital Input D_in6 Digital Output D_out6

Digital Input D_in7 Digital Output D_out7

Digital Input D_in8 Digital Output D_out8

Digital Input D_in9 Ground GND

Emergency EMG Ground GND

Analog Input A_in1 Ground GND

Analog Input A_in2 Ground GND

Analog Input A_in3 Ground GND

Analog Input A_in4 Ground GND

Vin 10-32 VDC Vin Vin 10-32 VDC Vin

TRACKBOX (outer structure)

Plug for the
external
GPS
antenna

LEDS:

•GSM (red)

•GPS (yellow)

•Battery (green)

Battery
release
catch

Battery

Inlet for the
BWTrackbox
cable

Flip cover GPS
antenna

GSM antenna

Power on/off key

Screw
holes (4
pcs) for
mounting
the device

Built-in
micro­phone

Inlets for
I/O cables

Accessory module (inner structure)

DATA PORT 1:

•Digital outputs: 4 pcs

•Digital inputs: 5 pcs

•Analogue inputs: 2 pcs

•Ground terminals: 3 pcs

•Voltage input

NOTE FOR
PROGRAMMERS:

When programming the
I/O processor (firmware
update of I/O proces­sor), the pin header
needs to be placed into
narrow holes (jumpers).

DATA PORT 2:

•Digital outputs: 4 pcs

•Digital Emergency input

•Digital inputs: 4 pcs

•Analogue inputs: 2 pcs

• Gr ou nd te rmina ls: 3 pcs

•Voltage input

CONFIGURATION
PORT:

For local GSM and
NMEA data transfer
via the BWTrackbox
cable

DIGITAL INPUTS

An external, wired input switch can be connected to the device. To­tal number of digital input pins is 9+1. One input is reserved for
emergency use. The other inputs can be used for logging or sending
status messages. Inputs can be used concurrently with outputs.

Grounding activates input. After grounding, the device will get a sig­nal. Grounding of the input pin1 sends the status message1 to the
service center number while grounding of the input pin2 sends the
status message2 etc. If configured, grounding of the input pin will
store the event and position on Event log, instead of sending the
message. Logging can be used concurrently with sending, as well.

Digital inputs can also be configured to have a response time to ig­nore short pulses. A value for response time can be set, e.g. to 2 sec­onds, excluding the time needed for an SMS transfer.

Digital input pins are protected against AC/DC overvoltage and cur­rent.

•Max. voltage: 30 VDC

•Impedance: High.

ANALOGUE INPUTS

Device includes 4 analogue inputs that could work concurrently with
other pins. Analogue inputs can be used for e.g. measuring liquid
level changes. Threshold values for high and low can be set to trig­ger alarm.

•Voltage: 0 - 10 VDC.

DIGITAL OUTPUTS

An external device can be connected to an output pin. Device in­cludes 8 outputs that could work concurrently with inputs.

Sending an MPTP command to the device will activate or deactivate
the pin. Additionally a short pulse can be generated to output for in­dicating and logging rotation.

•Max. voltage: 30 VDC

•Max. current: 300 mA

SPECIAL NOTES CONCERNING OUTPUTS AND
GROUNDS:

•Use separate Ground wires for power and outputs.

•Never connect more than 3 Outputs with 1 Ground wire.

TRACKBOX INSTALLATION GUIDE

MECHANICS AND ENVIRONMENTAL
EFFECTS

Assembling the device

NOTE: First make all the internal connections (see the picture be­low). Only after the assembling is completed, the battery and

the external voltage input (power cord) can be connected to
the device.

B: CONNECTING
PINS

The I/O cable
contains conduct­ing wires (3) for
pins.

Stick a wire into a
pin hollow (4) and
fasten it by screw­ing on the top of

4

5

the correspond­ing terminal block
(5).

-Standard model:

3

Connect the
ground (e.g. black
wire, - ), and
voltage input (e.g.
red wire, +).

-I/O model:
In addition to
grounds and volt­age inputs, con-

2

nect the desired
I/O pins.

I/O cables

SCREWING THE BACK COVER

Screw holes (6 pcs) for
fixing the back cover

O-ring
seal

You may screw the back cover back in
after the device is completely assem­bled and the initial configuration
(made by Benewin software) is done.
For more on configuring the device by
Benewin, see The Trackbox operating

instructions.

When screwing the back cover to the
device, use the O-ring seals for improv­ing splash-proofing.

C: COMPLETING INTER­NAL CONNECTIONS

After the conducting
wires are connected

6

to terminal blocks,
the wires left
unconnected must
be insulated, e.g. by
cutting out the
peeled ends of the
wires, or fastening
these ends with a
piece of firm tape(6).

A: CONNECTING
I/O CABLES

Pierce a hole in the
I/O cable inlet (1).
NOTE: If you intend
to use only one I/O
cable, leave the oth­er inlet intact.
Direct the I/O cable
through the inlet and
place the cable
clamp (2) in place.

1

Installation

MOUNTING

1. Place the flat back cover towards a desired surface, e.g. a wall.

2. Mount the device by fixing and securing screws through the
screw holes. Alternatively the device can be mounted by using
a bush ring installation, for example in a roof installation.

3. For improving splash-proofing, it is recommended to install
the device to an upright position with the I/O cables directing
downwards.

The front panel includes a battery and “a flip cover” GPS antenna.
The GPS antenna can be covered with plastic, fiber glass or
clothes, but NOT with metal.

SIGHT

The GPS antenna must have an unobstructed view to satel­lites at any time. In marginal conditions an external GPS an­tenna, possibly even a GSM antenna, must be installed.

Temperature ranges

•Usage: -20 to +55 °C with a standard Li-Ion battery

(both models).

•Charging: Standard Li-Ion battery must not be charged

below 0 °C.

SPECIAL NOTES CONCERNING BATTERIES

At temperatures below -25 °C, standard Li-Ion batteries will not
supply power and the device (using standard Li-Ion batteries) can­not be used. Upon warming up, the battery will function properly
again.

If the device is frequently used below 0 °C, a standard Li-Ion bat­tery must be replaced with a special backup battery including a
built-in switch, which controls temperature and prevents charging
whenever necessary.

Mechanical durability

The device is not categorized for damp conditions. In case the de­vice will be permanently used in such conditions, it must be pro­vided with separate housing, suitable for antennas, as well.

However, overall dust and water protection of the device can be
improved considerably by using o-ring seals with screws, and in­serting the rubber seal of the battery in place correctly.

INSERTING THE BATTERY AND RUBBER SEAL

Cap

Removing the battery: Push the release catch downwards and
pull the battery carefully away from the device.

2.

3.

Rubber tab

1.

1. Place the rubber seal so that it
lies at the bottom of the bat­tery hole (see the picture).

2. Fit the rubber tab into the re­cess in the upper left corner.

3. In case an external GPS anten­na is NOT plugged in, lift the
cap on the top of the rubber
tab. This needs to be done for
improving the protection
against dust and water.

4. Fit the battery in place. The
idea is that the battery will be
securely fastened in the bat­tery hole.

5. Push the battery into the de­vice until it locks in place, and
lift the release catch into an
upright position (a click
sound is heard).

6. In case the inlet for the
BWTrackbox cable is pierced,
but the BWTrackbox cable is
not in continuous use, the
hole needs to be covered with
some waterproof material,
such as a piece of firm tape or
silicon.