Cellocator™ CelloTrack T

Family Overview

Proprietary and Confidential

Version 1.4

Revised and Updated: May 23, 2016

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Table of Contents

1 Introduction .............................................................................................................. 6
1.1 About this Document .................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Abbreviations .............................................................................................................. 6
1.3 References .................................................................................................................. 6
1.4 Revision History ........................................................................................................... 6
2 The CelloTrack T Family ............................................................................................ 8
2.1 CelloTrack T Family Overview ........................................................................................ 8
2.2 CelloTrack T Family Variants .......................................................................................... 9
2.3 The CelloTrack ............................................................................................................10
2.4 The CelloTrack Power...................................................................................................10
2.5 The CelloTrack Lighter .................................................................................................10
2.6 The CelloTrack 3Y........................................................................................................10
2.7 The CelloTrack 8M .......................................................................................................11
2.8 The CelloTrack XT .......................................................................................................11
2.9 CelloTrack 3G NA Family ..............................................................................................11
2.10 CelloTrack 3G EU Family ..............................................................................................12
2.11 CelloTrack Accessories .................................................................................................12
2.12 The CelloTrack Cradle ..................................................................................................13
2.13 The CelloTrack Magnetic Cradle .....................................................................................14
2.14 CelloTrack T Family Feature List ....................................................................................14
3 CelloTrack Interfaces .............................................................................................. 17
3.1 The CelloTrack Interface ..............................................................................................17
3.2 The CelloTrack Power Interface .....................................................................................18
3.3 Overview of the CelloTrack LEDs ...................................................................................19
3.4 CelloTrack Connector ...................................................................................................19
3.5 CelloTrack Power Harness ............................................................................................20
4 CelloTrack Operational States ................................................................................. 21
4.1 Not Activated State .....................................................................................................21
4.2 Hibernation State ........................................................................................................21
4.2.1 Glancing .............................................................................................................22
4.2.2 Specific Time Glancing..........................................................................................23
4.2.3 Not Live Tracking .................................................................................................24
4.3 Tracking State ............................................................................................................25
4.3.1 Live Tracking.......................................................................................................26
4.3.2 Tracking with GNSS Peeking .................................................................................26
3.4.4 Offline Tracking ...................................................................................................27

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4.4 Radio-Off ...................................................................................................................27

4.5 Motion Detection .........................................................................................................28
4.6 CelloTrack Activation and Deactivation ...........................................................................29
4.6.1 Activation ...........................................................................................................29
4.6.2 Deactivation ........................................................................................................29
5 CelloTrack Power Features ...................................................................................... 30
5.1 Battery Charging .........................................................................................................30
6 CelloTrack T Specifications ...................................................................................... 31
7 CelloTrack T Battery Life ......................................................................................... 34
7.1 Battery Life Calculation Assumptions .............................................................................34
7.2 CelloTrack 3G Battery Life ............................................................................................34
7.2.1 CelloTrack 3y - 13 AH Battery Life .........................................................................34
7.2.2 CelloTrack 8M - 2 AH Battery Life ..........................................................................34
7.2.3 CelloTrack XT –5.3 AH Battery Life ........................................................................35
7.3 CelloTrack 2G Battery Life ............................................................................................35
7.3.1 CelloTrack 3y - 13 AH Battery Life .........................................................................35
7.3.2 CelloTrack 8M - 2 AH Battery Life ..........................................................................35
7.3.3 CelloTrack XT - 5.3 AH Battery Life .......................................................................36

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1 Introduction
1.1 About this Document
This document provides a brief overview of the CelloTrack T family and accessories. It
includes descriptions of the CelloTrack variants, CelloTrack special features and modes of
operation, battery life tables and technical specifications.

1.2 Abbreviations
Abbreviation Description
FB Front Button
GSM Global System for Mobile communications
GPS Global Positioning System
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
OTA Over the Air
SMS Short Message Service (GSM)
IP International Protection Rating
3Y Three Years
8M Eight Months
AH Amper Hour
3D 3 Dimensions
LED Light Emitted Diode
APS Automatic Power Save (modem feature)
GPIO General Purpose Input / Output

1.3 References
# Reference Description
1
2

1.4 Revision History

Version Date Description

1.0 December 29, 2013 Initial release
1.1 April 20, 2014 Add CelloTrack Operational Modes and CelloTrack
Power Features chapters
1.2 July 7, 2014 Change LEDs names in The CelloTrack Interface
section
1.3 December 9, 2014 CelloTrack XT battery supports at least 4.25 Ah.
System led blinking on deactivation till all queued
messages are sent (FW41u).

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Version Date Description

Add NBO number CE 1177,1909.
1.4 May 23, 2016  GPS receiver replaced with Telit Jupiter
SC872-A GNSS receiver as described in PCN
0124 - New GNSS Receiver for CelloTrack T -
Oct 2015.
 CelloTrack XT utilizes 5.3 Ah battery
 CelloTrack XT battery operation range has
been increase to -20 to 60 °C
 Added 3G EU variant
 Updated accessories
 Updated features list
 Remove CelloTrack T improvements
 Updated Specifications
 Added GNSS notes

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2 The CelloTrack T Family

2.1 CelloTrack T Family Overview
Cellocator's CelloTrack T product family, designed for advanced asset tracking and asset
management applications, provides enhanced functionality, ease of installation and
support for a wide range of applications.
The capabilities provided by the CelloTrack family can greatly reduce an enterprise's
financial losses incurred as a result of the often difficult task of successfully tracking and
remotely managing the location, usage profile and security aspects of transportation
equipment such as trailers, containers, train wagons or any kind of valuable mobile asset
such as electricity generators, heavy machinery, chemical toilets and waste containers.
The CelloTrack family is based on Cello Technology and supports similar tracking,
communication, GNSS location-based features and maintenance capabilities as per those
available in the Cello family.
Other CelloTrack T features include:
Stand-alone tracking device. Can be installed and operated for long time periods
without a power supply.
Houses all components in the same enclosure, including battery, GNSS positioning
engine, Cellular modem and antennas.
Highly rugged durable IP67 weatherproof casing for outdoor long-life service.
Long operation time (up to 3 years) via a variety (13/2/5.3 Ah) of rechargeable
Lithium Polymer battery capacities.
Scalable Cellular communication technology – available in 2G and 3G variants.
MediaTek MT3333 positioning engine for reduced acquisition time and better accuracy.
Accurate periodic peeking and/or scheduled glancing timing.
Two fully configurable general purpose I/O ports: Digital, Analog or Pulse Counter
inputs or Open Collector outputs.
A 3D accelerometer that detects crash (accident), movement and vibrations of assets
and enables different transmission rates for a moving asset and a standing asset.
A programmable (on/off/test/panic) push button.
Two monitoring LEDs for GSM and GNSS status indication.
A charging and communication connector.
Easy mounting using double-sided adhesive / screws / or magnetic cradle.
Dual tampering detection: Cradle from surface or Unit from cradle.
Minimal maintenance.
ISO16750 compliance (Shock, temperature, humidity, UV, chemical, salt, and so on)
Supports up to 9000 time-stamped events.
Adaptive logging and reporting frequency (Idle, movement, speed, network, Time of
day, battery status).
Advanced carrier selection algorithm.
Built-in Geo-fence capabilities.

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2.2 CelloTrack T Family Variants

The CelloTrack T variants can be divided into 3 categories:
Unit type:
 CelloTrack
 CelloTrack Power
 CelloTrack Lighter Kit
Battery type
 3Y (13 Ah)
 8M (2Ah)
 XT (5.3 Ah)
Cellular network type
 2G
 3G NA
 3G EU
The CelloTrack T variants are summarized in the following table.

CelloTrack 2G Family / CelloTrack 3G (NA, EU) Family

3Y 8M XT

CelloTrack CelloTrack 3Y CelloTrack 8M CelloTrack XT

CelloTrack Power CelloTrack Power 3Y CelloTrack Power 8M CelloTrack Power XT

CelloTrack Lighter CelloTrack Lighter 3Y CelloTrack Lighter 8M NA

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2.3 The CelloTrack

The regular CelloTrack unit is designed for unpowered assets. It is
ideal for trailers, containers, trains and other high value mobile
assets.
The unit includes a 6-pin connector for battery charging,
programming, and two general purpose I/Os which can function as
dry contact inputs, threshold based input, analog input, frequency
counter or open collector output (relay driver). The connector is
covered by a rubber cover for dust and water protection (IP67).
The unit is charged via a dedicated charger from a standard
electric wall outlet (110 / 230 V).

2.4 The CelloTrack Power

The CelloTrack Power unit is designed specifically for
assets which have an occasional power connection, such
as trailers. The unit charges its battery when the power is
connected and uses its battery and the advanced power
management algorithm to maintain tracking when the
power is disconnected.
The unit includes a pigtail harness for battery charging,
programming and two general purpose I/Os which can
function as dry contact inputs, threshold based input,
analog input, frequency counter or open collector output
(relay driver). The unit is charged via the asset (trailer)
power supply (12 / 24 V).

2.5 The CelloTrack Lighter

The CelloTrack Lighter unit is designed especially for applications where power is
connected only on “ignition on” and minimum installation and maintenance is required.
The CelloTrack Lighter is shipped as a kit comprised of the CelloTrack Power and the
Lighter Harness. The Lighter Harness is terminated with a connector which fits a vehicle’s
standard cigarette lighter socket.
This setup allows the unit to be installed in the driver’s cabin with a fast and simple
connection to the vehicle power. The unit charges its battery when the power is connected
and uses its battery and the advanced power management algorithms to maintain
tracking when vehicle power is disconnected.

2.6 The CelloTrack 3Y

The CelloTrack 3Y variants provide a durable and long life solution that support 29 months
of continuous operation for 3G variants and 28 months for 2G variants with single GPS
reading and Cellular transmissions per day.
The CelloTrack 3Y supports the same set of capabilities - including the same Firmware
and Programming Library (PL) - as the CelloTrack 8M and CelloTrack XT variants. The

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CelloTrack 3Y variants are visually different from the other CelloTrack variants with the
use of a silver label.

2.7 The CelloTrack 8M

The CelloTrack 8M variants provide a cost effective solution that supports eight months of
single GPS readings and Cellular transmissions per day utilizing a 2AH rechargeable
battery. The CelloTrack 8M is an ideal solution for trailers tracking applications in which
the battery is being recharged during the time the trailer is hooked to the Track and up to
8M of remote monitoring is guaranteed while the trailer parks in the operation hub.
The CelloTrack 8M supports the same set of capabilities - including the same Firmware
and Programming Library (PL) - as the CelloTrack 3Y and CelloTrack XT variants. The
CelloTrack 8M variants are visually different from the other CelloTrack variants with the
use of a white label.

2.8 The CelloTrack XT

The CelloTrack XT variants provide an asset tracking solution for environments that
require a wider operational temperature range (-30°C to +70°C) and a wide charging
temperature range (-20°C to +60°C). The CelloTrack XT variants support up to 15 months
of single GPS readings and GPRS transmissions per day, utilizing a 5.3 Ah rechargeable
Li-Poly battery.
The CelloTrack XT family supports the same set of capabilities - including the same
Firmware and almost the same Programming Library (PL) - as the CelloTrack 3Y and 8M
variants. The CelloTrack XT variants are visually different from the other CelloTrack
variants with the use of a yellow label.

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NOTES:
- The SIM card must also support the declared temperature range to provide overall
unit support.
- The parameter “Enable Extended Charging Temperature Range” in the PL should be
set to 1 in CelloTrack XT.
- Programming an extended temperature for standard CelloTrack or CelloTrack 8M units
may decrease the battery life due to it not being charged within the recommended
temperature range.
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2.9 CelloTrack 3G NA Family

The CelloTrack 3G NA (North America) Family provides solutions for the asset monitoring
market in North America.
The CelloTrack 3G NA family supports the required network standards: HSPA
5.76[UL]/7.2[DL] Mbps, 800/850, AWS 1700, 1900 and GSM/GPRS/EDGS, 850, 900,
1800, 1900 (Quad band).
The CelloTrack 3G NA family supports all the big service providers and their affiliates,
such as AT&T, T-Mobile, Telus and Rogers. It also supports the following certifications /
homologations: FCC, CE Safety, PTCRB, AT&T, IC and Rogers.

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2.10 CelloTrack 3G EU Family

The CelloTrack 3G EU Family provides solutions for the asset monitoring market in whole
world except North America.
The CelloTrack 3G EU family supports the required network standards: HSPA
5.76[UL]/7.2[DL] Mbps, 900, 2100 and GSM/GPRS/EDGS, 850, 900, 1800, 1900 (Quad
band).

2.11 CelloTrack Accessories

The CelloTrack accessories are described in the following table:

Part Description

CelloTrack Cradle A cradle designed to be mounted

PN: 805-60803 on the surface of a container,
wagon or track, and which holds
the CelloTrack unit.

CelloTrack Magnetic Allows CelloTrack Family units to

Cradle be fixed on steel (iron) surfaces by
PN: 815-60803 means of very strong permanent
magnets.

Lighter Harness The Lighter Harness, together with

PN: 711-00316 the CelloTrack Power, make up the
CelloTrack Lighter kit.
Communication Allows configuration and FW
Harness upgrades. Please read the warning
PN: 711-00251 below.

CelloTrack Charger – CelloTrack external charger to be

EU used in Europe.
PN: 711-00168
CelloTrack Charger – CelloTrack external charger to be
US used in the USA.
PN: 711-00170

CelloTrack Charger – CelloTrack external charger to be

UK used in the UK.
PN: 711-00171

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Part Description
CelloTrack 3y Battery Additional 3Y (3 Years) battery.
PN: 711-20069

CelloTrack XT Battery Additional XT (Extreme

PN: 711-20071 Temperature) battery.

CelloTrack Power 3G Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack

NA Evaluation Kit Power 3G NA.
PN: K080-001
CelloTrack 3G NA Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack
Evaluation Kit 3G NA.
PN: K080-002
CelloTrack Power 3G Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack
EU Evaluation Kit Power 3G EU.
PN: K080-011
CelloTrack 3G EU Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack
Evaluation Kit 3G EU.
PN: K080-012
CelloTrack Evaluation
Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack 2G.
KIT
PN: K080-003
CelloTrack Power Evaluation kit for the CelloTrack
Evaluation KIT Power 2G.
PN: K080-004

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WARNING: The Communication Harness used for the CelloTrack T family (PN 711-
00251) is different from the one used for the legacy CelloTrack (PN 711-00278). Using
the wrong Communication Harness can damage the electrical circuit of the CelloTrack T,
and require repair at the Cellocator premises (RMA). Therefore only the correct
Communication Harness, easily differentiated by its red label, should be used.
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2.12 The CelloTrack Cradle

The CelloTrack Cradle is designed to be mounted on the surface of a mobile asset and to
firmly hold the CelloTrack unit. The cradle supports mounting on a surface by double-
sided adhesive tape or by using screws. The cradle also supports a setup with four POT
magnets, allowing instant attachment to metal (iron) surfaces.
The unit can be easily placed into the cradle using the cradle side snaps. The cradle also
supports securing the CelloTrack in the cradle by using four cable ties.

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Detection of removal of the cradle from the mounting surface (cradle tamper detection) is
also supported.

2.13 The CelloTrack Magnetic Cradle

The CelloTrack Magnetic Cradle is a standard CelloTrack
cradle with four powerful POT magnets. This configuration
allows instant attachment to a vehicle or an asset with a
metal surface, on a per-trip basis, in order to provide covert
CelloTrack installation. It is especially useful for monitoring
rented trucks or containers for a specific trip or time period.
The POT magnet technology annuls the influence of the
magnetic field on the CelloTrack GSM modem, GNSS
antenna, and the electronic circuit, while providing a
concentrated magnetic force to attach the cradle to the
asset’s surface.
The CelloTrack Magnetic Cradle is designed to contend with
rapid acceleration or braking, and serious vibration caused
by journeys over rough roads, and it can even remain
effective where layers of dirt separate between the magnets
and the vehicle surface or in cases where the vehicle’s body
material is not 100% iron. Each of the magnets supports up
to 16 Kg, i.e, 64 Kg per cradle, while the CelloTrack
weight is approximately only 0.55 Kg.
The CelloTrack Magnetic Cradle has been successfully
tested while driving in difficult conditions on rough
roads.

2.14 CelloTrack T Family Feature List

The following list details the features and capabilities of the CelloTrack family. These
features are actually a combination of the Fleet management capabilities derived from
Cellocator’s Cello product line and specific asset management capabilities designed solely
for the CelloTrack family.
Geo-Fences (100)

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Way Points
Roaming List (100)
Usage counters (PTO)
Server authentication
Automatic SIM PIN lock
DNS support
Virtual odometer
Jamming detection
Road curve smoothing
Cell-ID report
Offline Tracking
Wake up event
Movement detection
Crash detection
Time based events (adaptive to movement status)
Specific time (in day) reporting
Distance based events
Velocity Adaptive message rate
Home/Roam adaptive message rate
Distress reporting mode (higher priority)
Over speeding alerts
Go/Halt reports
Internal excessive temp
A/D threshold events
Frequency threshold events
GNSS status events
Watchdog
Battery level reporting
Network dependent traffic Opt
Cellocator+ (Maintenance) server support
OTA/Serial Firmware upgrade
OTA/Serial configuration update
Nested Output activation
Gradual Output activation
Programmed Output activation

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The CelloTrack Power support also the following features:

External Power monitoring
Temp dependent Backup Battery charging

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NOTES:
- Jamming detection is not supported in due to modem limitations.
- The Automatic Power Save (APS) modem feature is not supported in CelloTrack 2G
variants.
- Cell-ID feature is only operable if 2G communication is used and when the APS
power mode is disabled.
- For proper warm start operation, the GNSS module should be configured to be
turned on for at least 2 hours per day.
- Warm start is operative only in the temperature range of -20°C to +60°C. Thus,
outside of this range, cold start will be operated.
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3 CelloTrack Interfaces
3.1 The CelloTrack Interface

1 – FB (Front Button)
2 – GSM LED
3 – SYS LED
4 – Cradle Tamper Switch
5 – Cradle
6 – Unit Tamper Switch
7 – Connector
8 – Connector Cover

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3.2 The CelloTrack Power Interface

1. CelloTrack Power harness (pigtail)

2. FB (Front Button)
3. GSM LED
4. SYS LED

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3.3 Overview of the CelloTrack LEDs

The CelloTrack LEDs have been designed to provide a simple visual interface for the unit
states. The following table describes each unit state and the appropriate LED indications.

SYS LED GSM LED Front Button Tamper Switch CelloTrack Unit
State
Blinking OFF Pressed Not pressed Not activated
Illuminated OFF Pressed Pressed (in Activation process
cradle)
OFF Illuminated Not relevant Not relevant GSM not registered
OFF Blinking Not relevant Not relevant GSM registered
OFF OFF Not relevant Not relevant Deactivated, Modem
off
Blinks once Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant GNSS status: fixed to
not fixed or not fixed
to fixed
Blinks, then Not relevant Pressed Not pressed (out Deactivation process
Illuminates of cradle)
and then
turns off

3.4 CelloTrack Connector

The CelloTrack 6-pin connector is protected by a plastic cover, providing IP67 compliancy.
The following illustration shows the CelloTrack unit with the rubber cover removed.

Pin 6
Pin 1

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The connector pin out is as follows:

Pin 1 – VCC
Pin 2 – Ground (GND)
Pin 3 – General Purpose I/O 1 (GP1)
Pin 4 – General Purpose I/O 2 (GP2)
Pin 5 – RS232 TXD
Pin 6 – RS232 RXD

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NOTE: Removing the connector cover revokes the unit’s IP67 compliancy. It is the
customer’s responsibility to provide proper sealing if the connector cover is removed.
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3.5 CelloTrack Power Harness

The CelloTrack Power utilizes a 45 cm pigtail harness which ends with several free wires
and a connector for the programming cable, as described in the following table.
Pin Color Function Free Wire Programming
No. Connector Pin No.
1. red VCC (9-32v) +
2. black Ground (GND) + 1
3. orange General Purpose I/O (GP) +
4. brown General Purpose I/O (GP) +
5. green RS232 TXD 2
6. yellow RS232 RXD 3

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4 CelloTrack Operational States

The CelloTrack unit operates in one of the following three operational states:
Not Activated State (for storage and battery conservation)
Hibernation
Tracking (fully operational)
Each operational state is comprised of a number of operational modes.
There is an additional Radio-Off state, but this is not strictly an operational state; the
unit enters this state when the battery voltage is too low to maintain correct operation.

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4.1 Not Activated State

The Not Activated operational state enables storage of a fully assembled unit (including
battery connection and SIM card insertion) but prevents unnecessary battery drainage
and self-discharging. This state is designed for maximum battery conservation and can
prove especially useful, for example, when transporting multiple pre-installed units to an
installation plant.
When the CelloTrack unit is in the Not Activated state, it remains in sleep mode most of
the time. Once per second, however, it exits sleep mode, checks for an activation attempt
by checking whether the front button and/or temper switch is depressed, and returns to
sleep (assuming the main button is not depressed).
In this state, the unit does not respond to input triggers, nor does it perform or react to
Motion Detection, and the unit’s GNSS and GSM modules remain unpowered.
Entering this state: Upon Deactivation Procedure
Leaving this state: Upon Activation Procedure

4.2 Hibernation State

When the CelloTrack unit is in the Hibernation state, it remains in sleep mode most of the
time and awakens once per second to check for inputs, button state changes, and motion.
Typically, the Hibernation state is used for asset or cargo tracking, when maximum
battery life is the primary consideration and infrequent updates are sufficient.
In addition to checking inputs, button state changes, and motion once per second, the
CelloTrack unit awakens periodically, powers up all its modules, communicates with the
server, and transmits a unit location update. This is known as glancing (see the following
section).
The CelloTrack Power unit awakens once every half minute and checks whether the
following conditions for battery charging have been met:
The power input (vehicle battery) is within range.
The vehicle temperature (dictated by the environment temperature) is within the
battery charging temperature range.

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The Hibernation state employs a number of modes and functionalities, as shown in the
following table.

Mode Description
Sleep For battery conservation.
Sensor checking Once per second.
Glancing Occurs periodically or at a specific time of day; refer to
the following Glancing section.
GPS battery charging peek For CelloTrack Power only, the unit samples the power
input conditions and enables/blocks battery charging.
Offline tracking data If offline tracking is enabled, the unit transmits all
upload session messages collected during the trip at the end of the trip
(and after a preprogrammed time has elapsed). Refer to
the Offline Tracking section on page 27.
Maintenance server The unit periodically connects to a maintenance server
sessions for firmware and configuration upgrades. Typically this
is done once per day.
Not live tracking The unit never enters the Tracking state, but does,
however, send start and stop messages when
movement is detected or ends. Refer to the Not Live
Tracking section on page 24

During Hibernation, GPRS messages are not received by the unit and not stored in the
cellular network – thus they are lost. However, SMS messages that are sent by the
system are received by the unit during glancing.

4.2.1 Glancing
The periodical wake up and location update process is known as Glancing. During
Glancing, the unit is fully operational, the GSM and GNSS modules are powered up (when
the GNSS is powered the navigation SYS LED blinks every 2 seconds), and the RS232 port
is operational.
By default, Glancing occurs according to a configurable time period. Alternatively, you can
configure Glancing to occur at a specified time of the day (see the Specific Time Glancing
section on page 23) or enable both modes. If both modes are enabled they are
maintained in parallel and independently.
The Glancing frequency depends on the following two periods (for more information, refer
to the CelloTrack Programming Manual):
The glancing duration (programmable).
The sleep period between location updates – this is dependent on whether the unit is
in motion and its charging state.
This combination is known as adaptive glancing frequency.
The GPS module remains active until a successful GNSS acquisition occurs or until the
dedicated GNSS timeout expires.

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The GSM module is activated for a pre-programmed time. When this ends, the next
Glancing cycle begins. Thus it is the GSM duration which actually defines the duration of
the Glancing cycle.
Typically, the GSM duration must be no shorter than two minutes in order to accomplish
GSM registration, GPRS dial up, and reception of SMS commands sent from the back end
application during Hibernation.
30 seconds before the end of Glancing, the unit sends an update message and the GNSS
data. If GNSS acquisition fails during the current Glancing session, the last known GNSS
data is sent. This message can either be sent as a regular event and/or configured as a
distress session.
The following figure shows the stages of Glancing.
A successful glancing
GPRS event is generated
Dial up

GSM 30
Registration seconds

GSM t

GPS t

GPS has successfully

accomplished an acquisition or
Glancing begins
the GPS timeout has expired
Glancing ends

2 minutes minimum

The current consumption in Glancing depends on the distance to the GSM communication
base and communication network conditions.
If there is a GSM registration fault, the modem is switched off before the programmed
time in order to conserve power. The Glancing event messages that were not transmitted
are stored in the unit’s message queue for the next Glancing session (if storing to
memory is enabled).

4.2.2 Specific Time Glancing

Glancing can be configured to occur at a specific time of the day to enable the reception
of status updates from all the units of the fleet concurrently. To prevent communication
server overload due to multiple simultaneous transmissions, a randomization algorithm is
implemented: when the appointed time arrives, each unit calculates a random time offset
and transmits its update. The result is that all the transmissions are grouped around the
specified time, some before, some after.

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NOTE: Specific Time Glancing can only be enabled if the GNSS has acquired a valid fix
(location and time) at least once in the past.

If the unit is not in the Hibernation state when the specified time occurs (for example, it
is in the Tracking state), the Glancing message is still transmitted.
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4.2.3 Not Live Tracking

In Not Live Tracking the unit does not enter the Tracking state; however, it sends start
and stop messages when motion is detected or ends.
If both Not Live Tracking and Motion Detection are enabled, and the unit is in the
Hibernation state, then when motion is detected the unit immediately opens a distress
session, sends a “start motion” message, and returns to Hibernation. When no further
motion is detected, the unit opens a distress session, sends a “stop motion” message, and
returns to Hibernation. This is known as start-stop reporting during Hibernation.

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4.3 Tracking State

By default, the unit is configured to enter the Tracking state when motion is detected and
to exit Tracking when motion ends. This is done to conserve battery power.

Motion not
detected

Hibernation Tracking

Motion detected

In the Tracking state the unit does the following:

Powers up its GNSS module.
Powers up its GSM module.
Sends regular location updates to the server.
Provides full CelloTrack functionality, including: periodical and distance events, geo-
fence related events, speed related events, and maintenance events.
Activates its interfaces (input, outputs, serial port).
In the Tracking state, the unit provides the best tracking and communication features,
generates time/location updates (known as time events), and behaves as a standard fleet
management oriented unit. This is the most energy-intensive state.
You can configure the unit to work in one of the following tracking modes, and which are
described in the following sections:
Live Tracking
Tracking with GNSS Peeking
Offline Tracking

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4.3.1 Live Tracking

The unit is fully active and sends periodic updates to the server. This is not the default
tracking mode.

4.3.2 Tracking with GNSS Peeking

This tracking mode is similar to live tracking but uses less battery power: the GNSS
module operates in peeks just before each time event (instead of permanent activation)
and only if:
Time events are enabled and the time event interval is longer than 90 seconds.
One valid GNSS fix has already been set.
The GNSS module is switched off immediately after the time event message is generated.

Start Event

Time Event Time Event Time Event

TE Timeout

Commun-
ication
t

GPS Power

GPS Fix received Programmable time

(60 sec by default)

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4.3.3 Offline Tracking

Auto
Upload

In this tracking mode the unit collects all updates during a trip and sends them all
together at the end of the trip (the GNSS remains active). When motion is detected and
offline tracking has been enabled, the unit powers up its modem and sends a start motion
update. The unit then powers down its modem (the modem is a major current consumer)
and generates and saves status updates until the end of motion is detected (end of trip).
It then powers up its modem again and sends all the interim messages to the server in a
single transmission.
This transmission session is known as Offline tracking data upload session which is one of
the Hibernation state modes as explained in the Hibernation State section.

4.4 Radio-Off
The unit enters Radio-Off mode when the CelloTrack battery voltage falls below 3.4 volts
for 30 consecutive seconds. When this happens, the unit initiates the following:
A Radio-Off event is generated and logged.
All log history is saved to nonvolatile memory.
The cellular modem and GNSS are turned off.
The unit does not send messages until power is resumed.
These actions ensure the integrity of the logged history and facilitate a smooth restart
when power is reapplied.
The unit exits Radio-Off mode and resumes tracking when the battery voltage exceeds
3.5 volts for 30 consecutive seconds.

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4.5 Motion Detection

In CelloTrack units, Motion Detection is used to detect the unit movement; the ignition
signal is not required for asset tracking. Motion is detected via the unit’s built-in
accelerometer, which only operates when Motion Detection is enabled.
Two seconds of continuous accelerometer motion is recognized by the unit as valid motion
detection. When motion is detected continuously for a preprogrammed duration (typically
two seconds from the initial valid motion detection), the unit reports a start event, which
indicates engine-on/movement.
Two seconds of continuous lack of accelerometer motion is recognized by the unit as a
valid lack of motion detection. When lack of motion is detected continuously for a
preprogrammed duration (typically 40 seconds from the initial valid lack of motion
detection), the unit reports a stop event, which indicates end of movement.

Motion t

Motion Detected

Accelerometer t

Ignition Off
Programmable
Filter t
"Ignition" input

2sec 2sec

Operational Mode Engine On t

Ignition On
Programmable Filter

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Activated.
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4.6 CelloTrack Activation and Deactivation

4.6.1 Activation
When the CelloTrack unit is in the Not Activated state, it awakens once per second to
check whether an activation attempt is in progress. Activation requires both the tamper
switch and front button to be depressed continually for three seconds. If these are not
depressed, the unit returns to sleep mode.
By default, the system requires both the tamper switch and front button to be depressed
for activation. It is possible to configure the unit to ignore the tamper switch and relate
only to the front button.
Activation - The front button and tamper switch are depressed continually (the cradle
causes the tamper switch to remain depressed) for three seconds.
Indication of successful activation – The SYS LED glows while the front button is
depressed. After three seconds the LED switches off and the front button can be released.
If you depressed the front button but the tamper switch is not depressed (the unit is out
of its cradle), the SYS LED blinks to confirm the unit remains in the Not Activated state.

4.6.2 Deactivation
When the CelloTrack unit has been activated (for example, it is in the Hibernation state),
it checks whether a deactivation attempt is in progress. Deactivation can be triggered
manually by pressing the front button or by received OTA command. When deactivation is
triggered the unit enters deactivation process and starts to send all the queued messages.
The deactivation process lasts till all messages are sent but not more than 90 seconds.
When deactivation process is terminated the unit shuts down.
Manually Deactivation - The front button is pressed continuously for three seconds. The
unit must be removed from its cradle and the tamper switch should not be depressed.
Indication of a Deactivation process: The SYS LED blinks (0.2 seconds on / off)
through the deactivation process period, which is generally very short (one blink) but may
last up to 90 seconds.
Indication of a successful Deactivation - The SYS LED glows for short time and
switches off. The GSM LED switches off. The unit enters the Not Activated state.

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NOTE: Pressing the front button for three seconds while the unit is in its cradle and
activated (the cradle causes the tamper switch to remain depressed), will trigger a panic
event.
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5 CelloTrack Power Features

CelloTrack Power includes a built-in CCCV battery charger (not included in the standard
CelloTrack unit).
The charger charges the unit’s back-up battery whenever an external energy source is
available and the temperature is within the charging range.
The CelloTrack Power unit also does the following:
Indicates the charger status in its update messages.
Continually reports the unit’s temperature.
Enables increased time and distance event frequency while powered by an external
power source.

5.1 Battery Charging

The CelloTrack Power activates the charger when all the following conditions are met:
The temperature is between 5°C and 45°C (note that during charging, the unit
generates heat that might increase the temperature by 5-6°C).
An external power source is detected.
The unit is running in the Tracking state (this is the default setting; it is also possible
to enable charging in the Hibernation state).
The unit terminates charging when any of the following conditions are met:
The temperature is out of the permitted range.
The external power source is disconnected.
The unit enters the Hibernation state (if charging in Hibernation is disabled).

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6 CelloTrack T Specifications

Communication
3G NA: HSPA 5.76[UL]/7.2[DL] Mbps; 850, 1900, AWS
Cellular 3G EU: HSPA 5.7[UL]/7.2[DL] Mbps, 900, 2100
communication
2G: GSM/GPRS, 850, 900, 1800, 1900 (Quad band)

Internal, replaceable, 1.8/3V

SIM
Remote PIN code management

Antenna Internal, multi band GSM antenna

GNSS

Technology Internal module, MediaTek MT3333 chipset.

Sensitivity (tracking) -165dBm

Acquisition (normal) Cold <35Sec, Warm<35Sec, Hot<1Sec

Inputs & Outputs

Two configurable ports supporting true GPIO (General Purpose

Input Output). Each I/O port supports:
 Discrete Dry Input
 Discrete Wet Input
 Analog 0-2.5V Input
 Analog 0-30V Input
 Frequency Counter Input
 Output
Discrete Dry – Ground sensing. Configurable ground
threshold.
I/O
Discrete wet – Logic 1 and 0 Configurable thresholds.
Analog inputs with variable resolution -
8bit - 0-2.5V: 20mV resolution, accuracy ±30mV;
8bit - 0-30V: 100mV resolution, accuracy ±100mV
12bit - 0-2.5V: 3mV resolution, worst case accuracy <10mV;
max 20mV.
12bit : 0-30V: 8mV resolution, worst case accuracy <40mV
Frequency counters – Up to 5kHz input signal; Signal level
(4V < Vin ≤ 40V); Accuracy ±2%
Output - Open collector

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Interfaces
Cellocator Serial Protocol

COM port Debug, Configuration, FW upgrade

RS232, CMOS levels

3D Accelerometer Movement detection

2 LED status indication

MMI Activation / Distress button
Tamper switch

CelloTrack CelloTrack Power

Connectors
6 pin Molex, Automotive Pigtail

Power

CelloTrack CelloTrack Power

Input voltage:
4.2V 1A CCCV Charger 9-32V DC

CelloTrack 3Y family: Li-Polymer, 3.7V, 13Ah, rechargeable

Internal Battery CelloTrack 8M family: Li-Polymer, 3.7V, 2Ah, rechargeable
CelloTrack XT family: Li-Polymer, 3.7V, 5.3Ah, rechargeable

Environment

CelloTrack and CelloTrack 8M:

Discharging: -200C – 600C. Charging: 0-450C.
Temp, operating
CelloTrack XT:
Discharging: -300C – 700C. Charging: -200C – 600C

CelloTrack and CelloTrack 8M: -200C – 350C

Temp, storage
CelloTrack XT: -200C – 600C

Ingress Protection IP67

Vibration, Impact,
ISO 16750
Humidity, chemical

Magnetic or screw mounted cradle

Mounting
Tampering detection

Certifications

CE EMC & R&TTE according to 89/336/EEC or 1999/5/EC

CE CE Safety EN60950-1:2001+A11:2004
NBO number: CE 1177,1909

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FCC Part 15 Subpart B, part 22/24 compliant

ICES-003, Issue 5:2012 Class B.
IC
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22:10

PTCRB TRP, TIS, Spurious and harmonics emission

AT&T Yes

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions ~155mm x 81mm x 45mm

CelloTrack 3Y ~ 490gr
CelloTrack Power 3Y ~ 530gr
CelloTrack 8M ~ 280gr
Weight
CelloTrack Power 8M ~ 320gr
CelloTrack XT ~ 330gr
CelloTrack Power XT ~ 370gr

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7 CelloTrack T Battery Life

The life expectancy of the CelloTrack T battery types is described in the following sections.

7.1 Battery Life Calculation Assumptions

The calculations are based on the following assumptions and setup:
Battery self-discharge rate: 3% of available capacity per month @ 25°C.
Battery is fully charged optimally before first use.
Operation mode: periodic peeking. Number of messages per day as specified in the
table.
Up to 2.5 minutes total on-time on peeking.
Up to 1.3 minutes GNSS on-time on peeking.
Values may vary according to operational conditions.

7.2 CelloTrack 3G Battery Life

7.2.1 CelloTrack 3y - 13 AH Battery Life
TX / 24Hrs Life time [months]

96 1
48 2
24 5
12 8
8 11
6 14
4 17
2 23
1 29

7.2.2 CelloTrack 8M - 2 AH Battery Life

TX / 24Hrs Life time [months]

96 5 Days
48 10 Days
24 20 Days
12 40 Days
8 2 Months
6 3 Months
4 4 Months
2 6 Months

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1 8 Months

7.2.3 CelloTrack XT –5.3 AH Battery Life

TX / 24Hrs Life time

96 15 Days
48 1 Months
24 2 Months
12 3 Months
8 4 Months
6 5 Months
4 7 Months
2 11 Months
1 15 Months

7.3 CelloTrack 2G Battery Life

7.3.1 CelloTrack 3y - 13 AH Battery Life
TX / 24Hrs Life time [months]

96 1
48 2
24 4
12 8
8 11
6 13
4 16
2 22
1 28

7.3.2 CelloTrack 8M - 2 AH Battery Life

TX / 24Hrs Life time [months]

96 5 Days
48 10 Days
24 20 Days
12 40 Days
8 50 Days
6 2 Months
4 3 Months
2 5 Months

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1 8 Months

7.3.3 CelloTrack XT - 5.3 AH Battery Life

TX / 24Hrs Life time

96 10 Days
48 20 Days
24 50 Days
12 3 Months
8 4 Months
6 5 Months
4 7 Months
2 10 Months
1 14 Months

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