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Nilfisk Advance model ME401-9
Technical Manual
Version 1.3, Marts 2014
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ME401-9
Content
Content .......................................................................................................... 2
Related Information .......................................................................................................... 5
Safety first...................................................................................................... 5
Simple Guidelines ............................................................................................................ 5
Detailed Safety Information ............................................................................ 6
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals ............................................................................. 6
Delivered standard content ............................................................................ 9
Installing the unit .......................................................................................... 10
Practical installation advice ............................................................................................ 10
Connections ................................................................................................................... 10
Power supply .............................................................................................................. 11
Digital inputs ............................................................................................................... 11
Digital output ............................................................................................................... 11
Motion/acceleration sensor ......................................................................................... 11
1-Wire input ................................................................................................................ 11
Installation of the ME401-9 in vehicles ......................................................... 12
Examples of input/output or interfaces .......................................................................... 12
Installation of the ME401-9 in machinery ....................................................................... 13
Functionality check ...................................................................................... 14
LED ................................................................................................................................ 14
Status SMS Commands ................................................................................................. 15
Installation of the digital output .................................................................... 17
SMS commands for output control ................................................................................. 18
Safety precautions.......................................................................................................... 18
Warranty ...................................................................................................... 19
Technical Assistance ................................................................................... 19
Minimum Information Required for Technical Assistance ............................................... 19
Return Merchandise Authorization - RMA ...................................................................... 20
Technical Specifications .............................................................................. 21
Product specifications .................................................................................................... 21
Connections: ............................................................................................................... 21
Temperature range: .................................................................................................... 21
GSM/GPRS-specifications: ......................................................................................... 21
Mechanical specifications ........................................................................................... 21
Approvals and certificates ............................................................................ 22
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Corporate Office
Nilfisk Advance Inc.
14600 21st Avenue North, Plymouth, MN 55447
Phone: 763 745 3529, Fax: 763 745 3863
https://www.nilfisk-advance.com
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Nilfisk Advance logo, Nilfisk Advance, Nilfisk and
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in the United States and in other countries. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Release Notice
This document is release 1.3 of the ME401-9, Technical
Manual.
THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED FOR USE BY SYSTEM
INTEGRATORS, SERVICE PROVIDERS AND
APPLICATION DEVELOPERS (COLLECTIVELY,
“RESELLERS”). IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR END-USERS
OF THE ME401-9. ANY END-USER DOCUMENTATION IS
TO BE PREPARED AND FURNISHED BY THE
RESELLERS.
The following Product Limited Warranty gives Resellers
specific legal rights. You may have others, which vary from
state/jurisdiction to state/jurisdiction.
Product Limited Warranty
Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, Nilfisk
Advance Inc (“Nilfisk”) makes the following warranty only
to its Resellers who purchase the ME401-9 hardware product
(“Product”) directly from Nilfisk: for a period of one (1)
year from the date of shipment from Nilfisk, the Product will
substantially conform to Nilfisk’s standard published
specifications for the Product and the Product hardware will
be substantially free from defects in materials and
workmanship. The foregoing warranty shall not apply to
embedded software/firmware components.
THIS PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY IS PROVIDED TO
RESELLERS AND TO RESELLERS ONLY. RESELLER IS
SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL
WARRANTIES MADE TO ITS CUSTOMERS, AND
NILFISK MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, AND SHALL HAVE NO OBLIGATIONS OR
LIABILITY TO RESELLER’S CUSTOMERS OR END-USERS
OF THE PRODUCT. RESELLER SHALL NOT
MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ON
NILFISK’S BEHALF, AND SHALL FULLY INDEMNIFY,
DEFEND AND HOLD NILFISK HARMLESS FROM ANY
BREACH OF THE FOREGOING. IF RESELLER
DISTRIBUTES PRODUCT TO END-USER CUSTOMERS,
RESELLER SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR
PREPARING AND PROVIDING PRODUCT WARRANTIES
AND PRODUCT LITERATURE TO END-USERS.
Warranty Remedies
If the Product fails during the warranty period for reasons
covered by this Product Limited Warranty and Reseller
notifies Nilfisk of such failure during the warranty period,
Nilfisk at is option will repair OR replace the nonconforming
Product, OR refund the purchase price paid by Reseller for
the Product, provided that Reseller returns the Product to
Nilfisk in accordance with Nilfisk’s standard return material
authorization procedures or as otherwise instructed by
Nilfisk.
Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimers
The foregoing Product Limited Warranty shall only apply in
the event and to the extent that (i) the Product is properly and
correctly installed, configured, interfaced, maintained, stored
and operated in accordance with Nilfisk’s specifications, and
(ii) the Product is not modified or misused. This Product
Limited Warranty shall not apply to, and Nilfisk shall not be
responsible for, defects or performance problems resulting
from: (a) the combination or utilization of the Product with
hardware or software products, information, data, systems,
interfaces, services or devices not made, supplied or specified
by Nilfisk; (b) the operation of the Product under any
specifications other than, or in addition to, Nilfisk’s standard
published specifications for the Product; (c) the unauthorized
installation, modification or use of the Product; (d) damage
caused by: accident, lightning or other electrical discharge,
water immersion or spray, or exposure to environmental
conditions for which the Product is not intended; or (e)
normal wear and tear on consumable parts, including by way
of example and without limitation, batteries.
NILFISK DOES NOT WARRANT OR GUARANTEE THE
RESULTS OBTAINED THROUGH THE USE OF THE
PRODUCT. THE FOREGOING TERMS OF THE PRODUCT
LIMITED WARRANTY STATE NILFISK’S ENTIRE
LIABILITY, AND RESELLER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES,
RELATING TO THE USE AND PERFORMANCE OF THE
PRODUCT EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY
PROVIDED FOR IN THIS PRODUCT LIMITED
WARRANTY, THE PRODUCT, ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTATION AND MATERIALS, AND/OR ANY
EMBEDDED SOFTWARE/FIRMWARE AND UPDATES
THERETO ARE PROVIDED “AS-IS” AND WITHOUT
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, BY
EITHER NILFISK OR ANYONE WHO HAS BEEN
INVOLVED IN ITS CREATION, PRODUCTION,
INSTALLATION OR DISTRIBUTION, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, TITLE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. THE
STATED EXPRESS WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF
NILFISK ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH,
THE PRODUCT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY
OF THE FOREGOING:
NILFISK IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OPERATION
OR FAILURE OF OPERATION OF GPS SATELLITES OR
WIRELESS SERVICE OR THE AVAILABILITY OF GPS
SATELLITE SIGNALS OR WIRELESS SERVICE. THE
PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN TECHNOLOGY THAT IS NOT
FAULT TOLERANT AND IS NOT DESIGNED,
MANUFACTURED OR INTENDED FOR USE IN
ENVIRONMENTS OR APPLICATIONS IN WHICH THE
FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT WOULD LEAD TO DEATH,
PERSONAL INJURY OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR
ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE OR SEVERE FINANCIAL
LOSS. ANY USE OR DISTRIBUTION BY RESELLER OR
ITS CUSTOMERS IN CONNECTION WITH ANY SUCH
ENVIRONMENT OR APPLICATION SHALL BE AT
RESELLER’S AND ITS CUSTOMERS’ SOLE RISK, AND
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NILFISK SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH. RESELLER SHALL
INDEMNIFY AND HOLD NILFISK AND ITS SUPPLIERS
HARMLESS FROM ANY CLAIM BROUGHT AGAINST
NILFISK WHICH ARISES FROM RESELLER’S USE OR
DISTRIBUTION OF THE PRODUCT IN CONNECTION
WITH SUCH ENVIVRONMENTS OR APPLICATIONS.
SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON DURATION OR THE EXCLUSION OF
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY, SO CERTAIN OF THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO EVERY RESELLER.
Embedded Software/Firmware
The Product and associated tools, if any, may contain
embedded software/firmware, which is licensed, not sold, and
is only for use within the Product as an integral part thereof.
Such embedded software/firmware (which includes all
updates thereto) contains valuable trade secrets and is
proprietary to Nilfisk and its suppliers. To the greatest extent
permitted by law, such embedded software/firmware may not
be modified, copied, disassembled, decompiled or reverse
engineered. Nilfisk reserves all other rights.
Limitation of Liability
NILFISK’S ENTIRE LIABILITY REGARDING THE
PRODUCT SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT
ACTUALLY PAID BY RESELLER FOR THE PRODUCT. TO
THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE
LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL NILFISK OR ITS SUPPLIERS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCE OR LEGAL THEORY RELATING IN
ANY WAY TO THE PRODUCTS, ACCOMPANYING
DOCUMENTATION AND MATERIALS, AND ANY
EMBEDDED SOFTWARE/FIRMWARE AND UPDATES
THERETO (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS,
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF DATA OR ANY
OTHER PECUNIARY LOSS), REGARDLESS OF WHETHER
NILFISK HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
ANY SUCH LOSS AND REGARDLESS OF THE COURSE
OF DEALING BETWEEN NILFISK AND RESELLER.
BECAUSE SOME STATES AND JURISDICTIONS DO NOT
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO EVERY
RESELLER.
Notices
Class B Statement – Notice to Users. This equipment has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communication. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your
authority to operate this equipment under Federal
Communications Commission rules.
Regulatory Approvals
CE
The ME401-9 product complies with the essential
requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as stated by
the EC Declaration of Conformity (CE 0682). The ME401-9
product comply with the European Telecommunications
Standards Institute Specifications EN 301 489-1 (EMC for
GSM 900MHz and DCS 1800MHz Radio Equipment and
Systems).
EC/ International
The ME401-9 product complies with the essential
requirements of the Automotive directive 2004/104/EC
clause 6.5, 6.6, 6.8 and 6.9, UN regulative ECE R10 EMC
rev3.
The ME401-9 product complies with the essential
requirements of the Directive 2003/37/EC and Directive
2006/42/EC.
The ME401-9 product complies with the international
standards ISO-13309, ISO13766 and EN ISO-14982, for
tractors, forest and agricultural machinery, moving
machinery and construction machinery.
The ME401-9 product complies with the essential and
environmental requirements of the Interoperability of transEuropean conventional rail system 2001/16/EC and
2004/50/EC directives according to ISO 50121-3-2 and DIN
EN 50125-1, when used as intended on rolling stock.
The ME401-9 complies with the essential requirements of the
2011/65/EC directive on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
FCC
The ME401-9 product complies with the FCC Part 15, Part
22 and Part 24, and Industry Canada requirements. The
ME401family of products comply with Part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
For fixed mounted operations the ME401-9 must be installed
to provide a separation distance of at least 5 cm from all
persons.
ME401-9 product:
FCC ID: 2A88J-ME401
IC-ID: 11495A-ME401
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Introduction
This document contains the installation guide for the GSM/GPS product type series
ME401-9 units. This manual is intended for use by system integrators, service providers
and application developers (collectively, “Resellers”). It is not intended for end-users of the
ME401-9. Any end-user documentation is to be prepared and furnished by the Resellers.
This manual covers the ME401-9 with 60.0 and later firmware and operating on 850 MHz,
900 MHz, 1800 MHz and 1900 MHz Global System for Mobile communication (GSM)
networks. Data and Event Reporting support is by Short Message Service (SMS), General
Packet Radio Service (GPRS), or both.
This manual describes how to set up, configure, install, operate, and troubleshoot the
product. Even if you have used other GSM or Global Positioning System (GPS) products
before, Nilfisk recommends that you spend some time reading this manual to learn about
the special features of this product.
Nilfisk assumes that you are familiar with Microsoft Windows.
Related Information
The Nilfisk web site is found at www.nilfisk-advance.com. The fleet management system
solution is located at http://nilfisk.trackunit.com. The ME401-9 devices are integrated into
the Nilfisk fleet management system but can also be used together with third part system
providers of a fleet management system.
Safety first
Simple Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines when configuring, using or recycling the ME401-9. Violating
these guidelines may be dangerous, illegal or otherwise detrimental. Further detailed
information is provided in this manual.
Do Not Operate Where Prohibited
Do not allow the ME401-9 unit to operate wherever wireless phone use is prohibited or
when doing so may cause interference or danger. The ME401-9 cannot be turned off after
installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery, construction machinery using ME401-9 etc.
must not enter areas where it is prohibited to operate wireless phones as the device
periodically turns on the transmitter in a short period of time to perform tracking reporting.
Examples include but are not limited to operation in hospitals, aircrafts, near blasting sites
or wherever operation can cause interference.
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Interference
Like all wireless devices, the ME401-9 may encounter electrical interference that may
affect its performance.
Avoid Body Contact with Device during Operation
Do not operate the ME401-9 in direct contact with your body. Maintain at least 2 inches (5
cm) separation between the device and any parts of your body.
Qualified Service
Except for batteries and Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card, the ME401-9
contains no user serviceable or replaceable parts. Non-functioning units must be returned
to an authorized service center for repair or replacement.
Accessories and Batteries
Use only approved accessories or batteries. Do not connect incompatible products.
There is risk of explosion or fire if an incorrect type replacement battery contacts are
shorted. Do not exceed the temperature ranges or other environmental conditions
specified by the battery manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions provided with the batteries.
Water-Resistance
The ME401-9 series is water-resistant according to the IP-67 standard. It is however
recommended that it is installed where it is relatively dry and not subjected to either water
streams or submersion.
Detailed Safety Information
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals
The ME401-9 unit is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. Periodically the ME401-9
wakes up either due to activity or by a timer. When it is ON (Awake), it receives and also
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals for a short period of time.
however the unit is mostly in standby waiting for activity
on the acceleration sensor.
With no external power the unit is OFF. In OFF mode a
sleep timer secures a periodic wake up every hours until
next activity on the acceleration sensor.
The unit operation can continue for approximately 3 to 4
days depending on the charging state of the backup
battery.
The ME401-9 unit is not designed to be worn on a person’s body.
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Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain
electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals generated by the
ME401-9 unit.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of
six (6”) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. The following precautions apply:
• The ME401-9 unit is not intended for handheld use or to be worn on the body.
• It is recommended that a minimum separation of ten (8”) inches (20 cm) is to be
maintained between the ME401-9 unit and any persons’ body at all times. The
device is SAR tested and approved for a separation distance of only (2") inches (5
cm) between the ME401-9 and any person’s body.
• Do not carry the ME401-9 on your person.
Other Medical Devices
If any other personal medical devices are used in the vicinity of a ME401-9 unit, consult
the manufacturers of the medical devices to determine if they are adequately shielded
from external RF energy. Physicians may be able to assist in obtaining this information.
The ME401-9 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving
machinery, construction machinery installed with the ME401-9 etc. must not operate near
health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas prohibit the use of
wireless phones or two-way radios. Hospitals and health care facilities may be using
equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in
motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding the vehicle.
Also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to the vehicle.
Posted Facilities
The ME401-9 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving
machinery, construction machinery installed with the ME401-9 etc. must not enter any
facility where posted notices prohibit the use of wireless phones or two-way radios.
Aircrafts
FCC and FAA regulations prohibit using wireless phones while in the air. Do not carry the
ME401-9 unit aboard an aircraft as it cannot be turned off.
Blasting Areas
The ME401-9 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving
machinery, construction machinery installed with the ME401-9 etc. must not enter a
“blasting area” or in areas posted “turn off two way radio” to avoid interfering with blasting
operations. Obey all signs and instructions.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
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The ME401-9 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving
machinery, construction machinery installed with ME401-9 etc. must not enter any area
with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such
areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, marked clearly.
Potential areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline stations); below deck on
boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas
(such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as
grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where it would normally be advisable to
turn off motor vehicle engines it is not allowed to enter with a vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with the ME401-9.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Airbag
An airbag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, including the ME401-9 unit, in
the area over the airbag or in the airbag deployment area. If in vehicle wireless equipment
is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Specific Human Absorption Rates (SAR)
THE ME401-9 UNIT IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE WORN ON A PERSON’S BODY.
AS SUCH, BODY WORN TEST POSITIONS FOR THE ME401-9 UNIT
ARE NOT REQUIRED BY EITHER THE EN50360/1 FOR GSM 900/1800 BANDS OR
FCC REQUIREMENTS FOR GSM 850/1900 BANDS.
The ME401-9 unit is not intended for handheld use or to be worn on the body. A minimum
separation of ten (2”) inches (5 cm) is to be maintained between the ME401-9 and any
persons’ body. Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on
the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Web site at www.ctia.org.
Battery Safety Information
Adhere to the following guidelines to avoid the risk of fire or explosion:
1. Dispose of the used battery according to the instructions provided with the battery.
2. Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate, or incinerate the battery.
3. Touching both terminals of a battery with a metal object will short circuit the battery. Do
not carry batteries loosely if the contacts may touch coins, keys, and other metal
objects (such as in pockets or bags).
4. Do not stack batteries taken out of the carry case.
5. Do not heat the batteries to try to rejuvenate their charge.
6. Do not exceed the temperature ranges or other environmental conditions specified by
the battery manufacturer.
7. Never use the ME401-9 without the battery cover installed.
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Delivered standard content
The delivered standard package content includes the following items:
1 x GSM/GPS-unit of the model type ME401-9
1 x Mounting cradle
1 x Li-ion Battery (May already be mounted inside the ME401-9 unit)
1 x Fuse with fuse holder
In case the unit is delivered with SIM card from the factory (Either US or EU SIM card
as indicated on the product label), then the GSM number will be indicated on the
delivery note as well as on the package itself.
NOTE: In case the SIM card is delivered from factory it is mounted inside the ME401-9
unit.
Ready-to-Use, No Custom Programming Required
Simply connect the unit to supply voltage (12 to 48 V DC). In its default configuration,
reports are sent nominally at 15-minute intervals or faster whenever there is motion.
Upon powering up, the device will self-initialize anywhere in the world and start
transmitting if an authorized GSM network is available. While a basic understanding of the
different ME401-9 operational states is helpful, configuring the ME401-9 unit does not
require a highly skilled software programmer or technician.
Cost-effective, Universally Available Communications
The ME401-9 unit takes advantage of the near universal availability of GSM SMS text
messaging while also leveraging cost-effective GPRS data rate plans. Typical SMS plans
offer very extensive inter-network roaming capabilities, both within a host country and
internationally.
SMS plans also tend to be too pricey for applications requiring more than a few reports per
day. GPRS data plans, on the other hand, typically allow for lower recurring
communication costs although GPRS coverage and roaming can be restricted in some
areas.
The ME401-9 unit takes advantage of both technologies by automatically selecting GPRS
wherever such service is available, while relying upon SMS text messages for
configuration purpose only. This helps minimize recurring communication costs while
allowing the greatest coverage possible.
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ME401
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T
he unit must NOT be installed beneath metal plates or inside
ME401-9
Installing the unit
Practical installation advice
• It is very important to be careful when installing the unit, as incorrect
installation will reduce the quality of the GPS position reports (Ex. could be a
jump in position or showing speed while parking) or in the worst case
scenario will prevent the unit performing any position reporting at all.
closed metal compartments. Incorrect installation will also
.
reduce the standby time of the battery inside the unit.
•
The unit must be mounted either horizontally or vertically (sideways) using either
screws or strips. The unit must not be installed with the interface/supply cable
hanging down, as this definitely will reduce the GPS sensitivity.
Optimize the placement of the unit to increase the aerial view (through windows
etc.) as much as possible. For hiding the unit, make sure it is only mounted beneath
plastic parts or similar parts (wood), but not beneath metal parts.
•
To reduce hum and noise in the FM radio it is recommended to place the unit at a
minimum distance of 20 inches (50 cm) from the radio or the loudspeakers.
Connections
The connections depend on the type of vehicles / machines etc. in which the GSM/GPS
unit is to be installed. In the table below the possible connections are listed for the ME4019 device.
The connections may differ for other variants of the ME401-9 device. Please contact your
nearest sales office, distributor or “Reseller” for further information about the availability of
other variants in your area.
(color code)
Red Supply voltage +12 to +48 V
White Digital input 1
Brown Digital input 2 Ignition
Grey Digital input 3
Pink Digital input 4
Green 1-Wire input
Yellow Digital output 1
Blue Common ground
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Power supply
The unit must be connected to a +12 to +48 V battery voltage through a 1 amp. fuse. The
use of a fused supply wire is important for not damaging the wires related to the unit in
case of a short circuit etc.
Digital inputs
The voltage required for activating of a digital input is dependent on the configuration of
the input ports.
Digital output
The digital output has the type indication ”LO-side switch”, that connects the output to 0V
“ground”, when the output is active. This output can be used to control a relay powered
from an external DC supply voltage. The maximum current drawn from the output is
200mA and the voltage from the external supply voltage must not exceed 60 V DC.
The output is protected against short circuits, overload and is also protected against over
voltage. For further information about connection possibilities of the digital output, see
chapters about installation later in this manual.
Motion/acceleration sensor
The unit has a built-in 3 axis acceleration sensor that is able to activate the unit if it, as a
consequence of disconnected supply voltage, is in stand-by mode. When motion is
detected it will also cause activity on ‘Input 7’ on the ME401-9 microcontroller portal.
1-Wire input
• The 1-wire input can be used to read Dallas iButton for access control. The 1-wire
input is only operational when supply voltage (12 to 48 V) is present. It cannot
operate on internal battery alone.
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Installation of the ME401-9 in vehicles
The standard installation for vehicles, where the unit should register operating hours the
following connections are used:
Wire color Connection Description
Red
White
Brown
Grey
Pink
Green
Yellow
Blue
1
Max. Load 200 mA
2
Do NOT use this output to switch off vehicles and machines during operation or driving
3
If Main Switch disconnects negative wire (chassis/GND) from battery, it might cause false input activity.
To avoid that, Pink wire should be connected to the chassis/GND, Blue Wire should be connected to battery
minus pole and input filtering must be activated
Power
Digital input 1
Digital input 2
Digital input 3
Digital input 4
1-wire input
Digital output 1
Ground -
Connect to permanent 12 to 48 V supply
through a 1A fuse
Connect to the operating hours counter
Mandatory for machines!
Connect to the ignition signal
Mandatory for vehicles and machines!
Can be connected to an external sensor for detecting a
critical running mode or an alarm
Can be connected to an external sensor for detecting a
critical running mode or an alarm
Can be connected to iButton reader or temperature
sensor
Can be used to control external equipment through a
relay
1 2
3
3
NOTE: It is recommended always to connect digital input 2 to the ignition signal of the
vehicle as this is necessary for km recording.
Examples of input/output or interfaces
The ME401-9 can be installed with various optional interfaces added to the Input/output
ports or the device:
• A one wire ibutton reader.
• A start relay blocking function for unauthorized access.
• Alarms.
• etc.
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Function
Send SMS
Return
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SMS from the unit
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Installation of the ME401-9 in machinery
In this section possible installation proposals are given. The installation proposals are
listed as examples and can be used as a guide for inspiration for an actual installation.
Standard installation of ME401-9 for registering operating hours:
For a standard installation in machines where the unit should register the number of
operating hours etc. use the connections as described in the vehicle installation section.
Installing the ME401-9 as to surpass the main switch on the machine:
In case the main switch on the machine will break the negative wire (Ground wire), the
inputs may register a voltage level and start counting operating hours. To avoid this
situation the digital input 4 (Pink wire) should be connected to the chassis/ground on the
machine. Then send the following SMS to the unit (phone number) to activate the filtering:
Activate filter function on inputs.
MT INFILT ON MTC ACK (SERIAL No.) INFILT ON
NOTE: Enabling the filtering function will disable the use of the alarm function on digital
input 4 as listed in the standard installation proposal above.
NOTE: It is recommended always to connect digital input 2 to the ignition signal of the
machine as this is necessary for km recording.
NOTE: For the “Send SMS” it is of no importance if small or capital letters are used in
the command string, or a mixture hereof.
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ME401-9
Functionality check
LED
The ME401-9 is fitted with an LED that has the following status indications:
Status LED mode LED color Status indication
Red flashing light and
constant green light in
LED
!
!
!
!
No light in LED
Constant red light and
no green light in LED
Red flashing light and
no green light in LED
Constant red and
green light in LED
Power supply is OK but NO GSM
GSM network is OK
Power supply is OK but NO GSM
GSM network is OK and GPS has valid
satellite position
No power supply
network
GPS has NO satellite position
GPS has NO satellite position
network
GPS has valid satellite position
LED
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Check
Send SMS
Retur
n SMS
from unit
ME401-9
Status SMS Commands
In order to check if the installation of the ME401-9 unit has been done correctly, it is
possible to send one or more check SMS messages to the GSM phone number allocated
to the unit.
Please wait 1 minute after applying the power to the unit before attempting to send any
SMS messages to the unit.
An overview of the SMS message commands for functionality check is given below:
• Is the unit powered up?
• Does the GPS receiver have
sufficient reception conditions?
• Is the GSM signal coverage
sufficient?
NOTE:
under outdoor conditions as any
buildings/garage would reduce signal
quality.
NOTE:
the unit under various operational
conditions like: Machine running,
ignition only or off.
It is best to perform this check
• Are the digital inputs mounted
correctly
This command can be send to
MT SIGNAL MTC ACK (SERIAL No.) SIGNAL: GSM=22,
SAT=8, SN=44
”GSM” is a measure for the quality of the
GSM coverage. The value should be at least
10. Maximum value for GSM coverage is 31.
”SAT” is a measure for the number of GPS
satellites visible to the GPS receiver.
Operational minimum is 3 and the best
operation is obtained from 6 and up.
”SN” is a measure for the GPS-signal
strength. Should be larger than 35.
MT STAT
MTC ACK (SERIAL No.) INPUT STATUS:
INPUT1 LOW, INPUT2 LOW, INPUT4 LOW,
CHARGE VOLTAGE ON
NOTE:
than 8V on the input – otherwise it would
be LOW
An input is HIGH if there is more
NOTE: For the “Send SMS” it is of no importance if small or capital letters are used in
the command string, or a mixture hereof.
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Error
Error
description
Possible solutions
ME401-9
Troubleshooting
Various error situations are listed below along with some possible solutions.
code
F1 The unit does not answer
the SMS command send
to it.
F2 The LED in the unit is off,
thus no power on the
unit.
F3 The LED is constant red,
thus the unit is not
attached to the GSM
network
F4 The unit send reply
messages but there is no
GPS signal
♦ Verify if the SMS messages are send to the correct GSM phone
number.
♦ Check LED status; See the “Functionality check” chapter in this
manual.
♦ If the ME401-9 unit has been delivered with the SIM card
mounted. Contact Nilfisk support.
o Or contact the mobile operator to verify if there is any
problem with the SIM card.
♦ Verify if the SIM card is correctly mounted in the unit.
♦ Check if the installation is performed correctly according to the
guidelines of this manual.
♦ If the ME401-9 unit has been delivered with the SIM card
mounted. Contact Nilfisk support.
o Or contact the mobile operator to verify if there is any
problem with the SIM card.
♦ Verify if the SIM card is correctly mounted in the unit.
♦ Verify if the PIN code has been disabled from the SIM card before
it was inserted in the unit
♦ Verify if the unit is mounted according to the instructions laid out
in this manual with respect to the aerial view; see “Installing the
unit” chapter.
♦ If the machine/vehicles are located inside a building, please move
the machine/vehicle outside a try again.
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ME401-9
Installation of the digital output
According to the E1 certificate of the ME401-9 unit, it is prohibited under any
circumstances to use this output to control any equipment that may influence the safety of
the construction machinery and earth moving machines/vehicle operation and driving. The
output must only be used to control comfort equipment.
The example below shows a relay function. Please ensure that the voltage specification of
the relay matches the supply voltage. The current consumption of the relay must not
exceed 200 mA (DC current) and the relay contacts must be specified to withstand the
load that needs to be controlled.
NOTE: The output can only handle DC and not AC voltage. It is necessary to only use a
DC power supply for the relay.
Important!
The power supply connected to the ME401-9 GSM/GPS unit and
the supply voltage for the relay mounted on the digital output
must have a common ground connection.
One application example for the “Usable contact function controlled by the ME401-9”
signals shown in the figure above could be a “Start Relay”, blocking function, for
preventing unauthorized use of the moving machinery and construction machine or vehicle
outside normal working hours etc.
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Function
Send SMS
Return SMS
Description
ME401-9
SMS commands for output control
Time controlled
activation of the
output
Permanent
activation of the
output
Deactivation of
the output
MT OUT1=1,30 MTC ACK (SERIAL No.)
OUT1 TIMER=1
MINUTES 30
SECONDS
MT OUT1=ON MTC ACK (SERIAL No.)
OUT1 ON
MT OUT1=OFF MTC ACK (SERIAL No.)
OUT1 OFF
With this command the output will be
activated for a number of defined minutes. In
the example 1 minute and 30 seconds was
used. The output is activated immediately
after the acknowledge SMS has been send
out and it is deactivated automatically when
the timer runs out.
NOTE:
It is possible to break the output before
the timer runs out by using the “OFF”
command.
With this command the output is activated
permanently. The output can be de-activated
again using the “OFF” command.
With this command the output is deactivated.
The command will work for any activation
mode either “time controlled” or “permanent”.
Warning: Do not use the above mentioned SMS commands for output control if the
ME401-9 is used for immobilizer purpose, as this will interfere with the
immobilizer functionality.
NOTE: For the “Send SMS” it is of no importance if small or capital letters are used in
the command string, or a mixture hereof.
Safety precautions
The use of the digital output is restricted to signals/systems/components related
to comfort applications in the vehicles.
Under no circumstances must it be used for purposes, which can influence the
safety of the vehicle when driving.
Nilfisk holds no liability for any damages occurred to persons, vehicles, moving
machines, construction machines etc. caused by wrong installation and/or faulty
use of the digital output.
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ME401-9
Warranty
Nilfisk Advance products are covered by a limited manufacturer warranty. The Nilfisk
Advance warranty is limited to the warranty rules and legislation present in each country.
The warranty only covers manufacturing faults.
The warranty does not cover misuse, wrong installation or damage due to a faulty
installation or wrong maintenance.
The invoice act as the proof of warranty, so please keep it as reference for any warranty
complaints.
Technical Assistance
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product
documentation, please contact Nilfisk Advance Inc.
Nilfisk Advance Inc.
14600 21st Avenue North,
Plymouth, MN 55447
Tel: +1 763 745 3529 E-mail: support@nilfisk-advance.com
Fax: +1 763 745 3863 Web: www.nilfisk-advance.com
When contacting technical support, please be prepared to provide the information listed
below:
Minimum Information Required for Technical Assistance
If you or a user reports difficulty with a ME401-9 unit (i.e. no GPS fixes, not
communicating, LED not working, etc.), it is helpful to retrieve directly from the unit all
current configuration settings and the message log data etc, that is accessible by the
technical support when they receive the following information about the unit.
1. Unit Serial number
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ME401-9
Return Merchandise Authorization - RMA
1. If you experience defects in your product please contact our customer support at:
support@nilfisk-advance.com or phone +1 763 745 3529
Your inquiry will be processed by our support team and a support ticket number will be
created in our system. You will receive your ticket number by email.
2. In case your hardware needs to be sent to us you will receive a RMA form by email
from our support team that you must fill out.
Print out the RMA and pack it together with the faulty product and send both to the
following address:
Nilfisk Advance Inc.
14600 21st Avenue North,
Plymouth, MN 55447
Attention: Service
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ME401-9
Technical Specifications
Product specifications
The ME401-9 unit is a GSM/GPRS quad-band-unit with GPS, integrated antennas and a
backup battery
Connections:
Operational voltage (supply voltage): 12 - 48 V DC
Absolute maximum voltage range: 9 - 60 V DC
Standby consumption (GSM-receiver active) 20 mA / 10 mA (average, at 12V / 24V)
Consumption during charging on an empty
battery
Standby time on the backup-battery 48 – 96 hours (Bad – optimum installation)
Charging time for an empty backup-battery 3 hours at 25 ºC
Expected lifetime of the backup-battery 3 years
Digital inputs 4
Digital outputs 1
225 mA / 115 mA (max, at 12V / 24V)
Temperature range:
In active running mode -30ºC to +60ºC
Storage -40ºC to +70ºC
GSM/GPRS-specifications:
EGSM/GPRS/EGPRS 900/1800/850/1900
Maximum output power at EGSM-GPRS 900 MHz: 2.0W
Maximum output power at GSM-GPRS 850 MHz: 1.6W
Maximum output power at GSM-GPRS 1800/1900 MHz: 1.0W
GPRS-class 10 device
Mechanical specifications
Dimensions: Length: 92 mm
Width: 45 mm (49 mm incl. mounting cradle)
Height: 18 mm (23 mm incl. mounting cradle)
Cable length: 170 cm
Environmental class: IP67
Enclosure material: Non-flammable ABS
Weight: 63 g (excluding the cable)
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ME401-9
Approvals and certificates
The ME401-9 product is certified according to the following recommendations:
10 R – 03 6585
FCC and IC Statements
The ME401-9 product contains radio transmitters that comply with CFR 47 Part 15, Part 22
and Part 24 of the FCC rules and with RSS-GEN, RSS-102, RSS-132, RSS-133 and RSS210 of Industry Canada requirements.
Statements according to CFR 47 Part 15.19 / RSS-210:
The ME401-9 product complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Statements according to CFR 47 Part 15.21:
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Nilfisk
Advance may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
Statements according to CFR 47 Part 2.1091 / 2.1093 and OET bulletin 65 / RSS-102:
With respect to radiofrequency radiation exposure Information it is declared that this
equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of
[5] cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
EC/ International
• The ME401-9 product complies with the essential requirements of the Automotive
Directive 2004/104/EEC - UN regulative ECE R10 EMC rev. 3
• The ME401-9 product complies with the essential requirements of the Directive
2003/37/EEC and Directive 2006/42/EEC
• The ME401-9 product complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE
directive 1999/05/EEC directive with respect to the EMC requirements, safety and
radio spectrum matters.
FCC-ID: 2AA8J-ME401
IC-ID: 11495A-ME401
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ME401-9
• The ME401-9 product complies with the essential and environmental requirements
of the Interoperability of trans-European conventional rail system 2001/16/EC and
2004/50/EC directives, when used as intended on rolling stock.
• The ME401-9 complies with the essential requirements of the 2011/65/EC directive
on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment.
Including:
ISO 13309:2010 Construction machinery
ISO 13766:2006 Earth-moving machinery
EN/ISO 14982:2010 Agricultural and forestry machines
EN/IEC 60950-1:2009 +
A11, A1 and A12 ITE Safety
EN/ISO 50121-3-2:2006 EMC for apparatus on rolling stock
And environmental:
EN/IEC 60068-2-1:2007 Cold
EN/IEC 60068-2-2:2007 Dry Heat
EN/IEC 60068-2-27 Shock
EN/IEC 60068-2-64 Random vibration
EN/IEC 60068-2-78:2001 Damp heat steady state
DIN EN 50125-1:2000 Railway – Environmental conditions for
equipment on rolling stock
CE
The ME401-9 product complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC as stated by the EC Declaration of Conformity.
Certificates and Declaration of conformity (DOC) statements can be downloaded from the
Nilfisk website:
http://www.nilfisk-advance.com/en/nilfisk/approvals/approvals.htm
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