ME501-X ME501-X Technical Manual Version 3a, October 2014 LoJack Track unit v3a, October 2014 Page 1
ME501-X Content Content .......................................................................................................... 2 Related Information .......................................................................................................... 4 Safety first...................................................................................................... 4 Simple Guidelines ............................................................................................................
ME501-X Corporate Office LoJack Corporation 40 Pequot Way Canton, MA 02021 www.lojack.com Copyright and Trademarks © 2014, LoJack Corporation. All rights reserved. , registered in the United States and in other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 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.
ME501-X Introduction This document contains the installation guide for the (GSM/UMTS/GNSS) product type series ME501-X units. This manual is intended for use by system integrators, service providers and application developers (collectively, “Resellers”). It is not intended for endusers of the ME501-X. Any end-user documentation is to be prepared and furnished by the Resellers. This manual covers the ME501-X with 60.0 and later firmware operating on 2.
ME501-X Interference Like all wireless devices, the ME501-X may encounter electrical interference that may affect its performance. Avoid Body Contact with Device during Operation Do not operate the ME501-X 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 ME501-X contains no user serviceable or replaceable parts.
ME501-X The ME501-X unit is not designed to be worn on a person’s body. 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 ME501-X 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.
ME501-X Potentially Explosive Atmospheres The ME501-X unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery, construction machinery installed with ME501-X 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.
ME501-X Delivered standard content The delivered standard package content includes the following items: 1 x (GSM/UMTS)/GPS-unit of the model type ME501-X 1 x mounting cradle 1 x Li-ion Battery (May already be mounted inside the ME501-X 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/UMTS number will be indicated on the delivery note as well as on the package itself.
ME501-X 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. The unit must NOT be installed beneath metal plates or inside closed metal compartments.
ME501-X Power supply The unit must be connected to either +12V, +24V, +36V or +48V 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 activation of a digital input requires a minimum high level voltage of 8V. Digital output The digital output has the type indication ”LO-side switch”, that connects the output to 0V “ground”, when the output is active.
ME501-X Functionality check LED The ME501-X 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 GSM network is OK and GPS has valid satellite position ! No light in LED No power supply ! Constant red light and no green light in LED Power supply is OK but NO GSM network GPS has NO satellite position ! Red flashing light and no green light in LED GSM network is OK GPS has NO satellite posi
ME501-X Status SMS Commands In order to control if the installation of the ME501-X unit has been done correctly, it is possible to send one or more check SMS messages to the GSM/UMTS 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.
ME501-X Troubleshooting Various error situations are listed below along with some possible solutions. Error Error description code F1 The unit does not answer the SMS command send to it. Possible solutions ♦ Verify if the SMS messages are send to the correct GSM/UMTS phone number. ♦ Check LED status; See the “Functionality check” chapter in this manual. ♦ If the ME501-X unit has been delivered with the SIM card mounted. Contact LoJack support.
ME501-X Installation of the digital output According to the E1 certificate of the ME501-X 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 12V relay function with a 12V DC supply voltage. It is also possible to use a 24V relay with a 24V DC supply voltage etc.
ME501-X SMS commands for output control Function Send SMS Return SMS Activation of the output MT OUT1=ON MTC ACK (SERIAL No.) With this command the output is activated OUT1 ON permanently. The output can be de-activated again using the “OFF” command. Deactivation of the output MT OUT1=OFF MTC ACK (SERIAL No.) With this command the output is deactivated.
ME501-X Warranty TBD Technical Assistance If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation, please contact LoJack LoJack Corporation 40 Pequot Way Canton, MA 02021 www.lojack.com Tel: +1 781 302 4200 E-mail: support@LoJack.com Fax: +1 781 302 2801 Web: www.LoJack.
ME501-X Return Merchandise Authorization - RMA 1. If you experience defects in your product please contact our customer support at: support@LoJack.com or phone TBD 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.
ME501-X Specifications Product specifications The ME501-X unit is a (GSM/GPRS quad-band-unit and a UMTS five-band-unit) with GPS, integrated antennas, acceleration sensor and a backup battery Connections: Operational voltage (supply voltage): Absolute maximum voltage range: Standby consumption (GSM-receiver active) Consumption during charging on an empty battery Standby time on the backup-battery Charging time for an empty backup-battery Expected lifetime of the backup-battery Digital inputs Digital outpu
ME501-X Supports HSPA UMTS/WCDMA worldwide coverage with ME501-X: LoJack Track unit v3a, October 2014 Page 19
ME501-X Mechanical specifications Dimensions: Length: Width: Height: Cable length: 106 mm 45 mm (49 mm incl. mounting cradle) 18 mm (23 mm incl.
ME501-X NOTICE statements according to CFR 47 Part 15.21: Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by LoJack 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.
ME501-X EN/ISO 50121-3-2:2006 And environmental: EN/IEC 60068-2-1:2007 EN/IEC 60068-2-2:2007 EN/IEC 60068-2-27 EN/IEC 60068-2-64 EN/IEC 60068-2-78:2001 DIN EN 50125-1:2000 EMC for apparatus on rolling stock Cold Dry Heat Shock Random vibration Damp heat steady state Railway – Environmental conditions for equipment on rolling stock CE The ME501-X product complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as stated by the EC Declaration of Conformity.
