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MCU500e showing front panel connectors & indicators
Key Features
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Mobile Control and AVL unit for digital bearers |
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Wide range of digital bearers supported, including TETRA, GPRS and MPT1327 |
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Multiple telematics inputs and output |
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SmartAVL Engine, with ‘Black-box Flight Recorder’ capability |
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Intelligent Power Up/Down Control |
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Lower power consumption |
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FLASH re-programmable for easy field upgrades |
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Backward compatible with MCU500 unit |
Introduction
The MCU500e is the latest development in the line of low-cost mobile control units for use on digital wireless networks from Thorcom.
The MCU500e is substantially smaller than previous units, and a reduced power consumption, yet has improved performance and functionality. As well as running event driven AVL, the MCU500e features a ‘black box’ recorder which continuously records vehicle movements and can be used for post incident analysis.
The MCU500 is very flexible when it comes to adding a wireless device, it is able to interface directly with industry standard digital bearer interface standards found on TETRA terminals (PEI); or GPRS modules (PPP); or MPT1327 Trunked Radios (MAP27).
The operating firmware in the MCU500e is stored in FLASH memory which can be field-upgraded without having to open the unit.
Applications
The MCU500e is a small and cost-effective AVL and telematics unit with integral GPS that is suitable for a wide range of applications, particularly those involving high integrity or mission critical usage:
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AVL and telematics for Emergency Services (Police, Fire and Ambulance) |
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Security Services |
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Local Authorities |
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Vehicle Tracking |
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High value goods/VIP tracking and guarding |
Product variants
The standard MCU500e vehicle locator is supplied for in-vehicle mobile operation, ready for configuration and for use with a separate wireless device (TETRA terminal, GPRS module, or MPT1327 radio).
Thorcom is also able to supply complete installation kits, including power cabling, data leads and antenna (both GPS and Digital Bearer antennas). For GPRS users, the GPRS module can be included in the kit provided by Thorcom.
Using the MCU500e
The MCU500e is a self-contained unit which is shipped ready for configuration and installation. The MCU500e can be installed in a secure and/or covert position within the vehicle, depending on the users particular requirements – the MCU500e has no user interface requirements and is completely automatic.
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Automatic Vehicle Location |
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Vehicle Telemetry |
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Two-way data |
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Unpowered trailer tracking |
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Fleet logistics |
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Emergency Services |
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Public Utilities |
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Tetra (Dolphin/PSCRP in UK) |
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GSM networks |
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RAM/Mobitex networks |
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MPT1327 networks |
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MCU Processor |
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| CPU |
Zilog Z80182 operating at 29.5MHz |
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| Memory |
512Kb Flash PROM 29F040 (operating firmware)
512Kb Static RAM main meory (battery backed)
2Kb I2C-bus NV-RAM (system configuration) |
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| Serial Communication Ports |
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| Port 1 |
RS232/CCITT V.24 7-wire interface, RJ45 connector |
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Port 2
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RS232/CCITT V.24 7-wire interface, RJ45 connector |
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| Digital Input/Output |
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| Inputs |
4 x general purpose inputs (active high or low)
2 x special inputs (Ignition and Alarm) |
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Outputs
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1 x 10A DPDT switching relay
3 x Open Collector switching transistor (Imax=100mA) |
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Status
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4 x LEDs indicating Power on/off, Network Service, GPS operation and message transmission |
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| GPS receiver |
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Trimble(tm) ACE-III 8-channel GPS receiver |
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| Antenna |
26dB active antenna, 4.5V DC phantom power (see ordering options) |
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| Power Supply |
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| Voltage |
+10 to 18 VDC |
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Consumption
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150mA @ 13.8V (2.1 Watts) |
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| Backup |
3.7V Lithium battery >10 year life |
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| Control |
Intelligent power up and power down (software control) |
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| Connectors |
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| I/O & Power |
12-way Molex Minifit Jr. (Molex P/N 39-29-1128) |
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Serial
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RJ45 connectors x 2 |
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| GPS |
SMB 50 ohm RF connector |
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| Enclosure |
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| Case |
Aluminium enclosure, IP54 rated |
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| Size |
108mm (W) x 154mm (D) x 32mm (H) |
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| Weight |
330 grammes |
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| Environmental |
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| Temp. |
-10 to +55 Celsuis |
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Humidity
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0 to 90% non-condensing |
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| EMC |
CE marked to 89/336/EEC (EN 310 489) and 'e' marked to Vehicle EMC directive 95/54/EEC |
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