Zonar LD TCU Manual

Step 1 (Optional): Assign the LD TCU in Ground Traffic Control

If you intend to install the LD TCU first before assigning it to an asset in Ground Traffic Control, the TCU will auto-create an asset. Skip this step and include the optional step 4 when following these instructions.

In Ground Traffic Control, go to Manage > Assets.

If you are installing the LD TCU in a new asset:

1. Click the Add button.
2. Fill out the asset information.
3. Select the IMEI/Serial Number of the LD TCU in the GPS Id field.
4. Click Save.

If you are installing the LD TCU in an existing asset:

1. Find the asset in the list and click the pencil icon.
2. Select "None" in the GPS Id field.
3. Click Save.
4. Click the pencil icon on the asset again.
5. Select the IMEI/Serial Number of the LD TCU in the GPS Id field.
6. Click Save.

Step 2: Record the IMEI/Serial Number

If you are assigning the LD TCUs to assets in Ground Traffic Control before installing, record which IMEI/SN was assigned to which asset so that the installation technician knows which TCU to put in which vehicle.

If you are installing the LD TCUs before assigning them to assets, the installation technician must record which IMEI/SN is being installed in each vehicle so that the Ground Traffic Control administrator knows which TCU to assign to which asset.

Step 3: Install the TCU

Before starting, ensure the vehicle is parked in a well-ventilated area, with good cellular coverage and a clear view to the overhead sky for GPS connectivity (i.e. Do not install in an enclosed garage, underground parking area, or roof covered parking area).

Make sure the vehicle is parked on a flat parking surface for install/binding. Parking on an slope or grade during binding may lead to reporting issues with harsh events (for example, hard-braking/accelerating/cornering)

Direct Installation into the OBDII Port

1. Turn the vehicle engine off.
2. Ensure no other devices are sharing the OBDII port. It is possible to use a splitter cable, however devices sharing the port may cause ECU request collisions which can limit device functionality. Use at your own risk.
3. Plug the Zonar LD device into the OBDII port.
4. Turn the vehicle engine on. It may take up to three minutes for the first LED to light up (this is normal).
5. Allow the vehicle to idle until both LEDs on the front of the device have been lit and solid for more than 10 seconds.
   Do not move the vehicle during this time. If using a splitter cable at the OBDII port, secure the Zonar LD unit to prevent movement during the installation process.
6. Once both LEDs are solidly lit, the vehicle may be driven as normal.

This process is known as binding. Both LEDs being solidly lit means the Zonar LD has been successfully bound to the vehicle.

If installation is interrupted because of movement of the vehicle, perform a soft reboot to restart and complete installation.

You can perform a soft reboot to complete installation up to seven days from the first attempt. A hard reboot is required if installation is not completed before seven days.

Some data recorded after a fresh installation may take up to 24 hours to appear in Ground Traffic Control while the LD TCU downloads and processes firmware updates. Data recorded during this time will not be lost.

Installation with a Zonar OBDII Splitter into the OBDII Port

The use of a Zonar OBDII splitter is allowed if it is intended to provide maintenance personnel the ability to temporarily connect diagnostic tools to the vehicle while idling. Any diagnostic tool must be removed before placing the vehicle in drive.

DO NOT use an OBDII splitter with the LD TCU if a third-party device is to be permanently connected to the splitter. This includes wheel chair Lift transmission lockout device, fuel monitor, additional GPS tracker, insurance company monitor, etc.  Shared use of the OBDII splitter with the LD TCU can result in device conflict, and undesirable or unsafe conditions in the vehicle. It may also cause network devices to remain awake after the engine is turned off, which may drain the vehicle battery.

1. Turn the vehicle engine off.
2. Ensure no other devices are sharing the OBDII port.
3. Plug the Zonar OBDII splitter into the OBDII port.
4. Secure the OBDII splitter to the vehicle to prevent movement of the cable and the Zonar LD device. DO NOT allow the LD TCU to swing-free or have any free movement. Free movement of an unsecured LD TCU can cause installation failure; or missing, false, and/or erroneous harsh event reporting.
5. Plug the Zonar LD device into the OBDII splitter and secure the device to prevent free movement.
6. Turn the vehicle engine on. It may take up to three minutes for the first LED to light up (this is normal).
7. Allow the vehicle to idle until both LEDs on the front of the device have been lit and solid for more than 10 seconds.
   Do not move the vehicle during this time. Secure the Zonar LD unit to prevent movement during the installation process. Movement of an unsecured LD TCU can cause installation failure. It can be misinterpreted as vehicle movement, and the installation process will be aborted. It will also cause missing and/or erroneous harsh event reporting
8. Once both LEDs are solidly lit, the vehicle may be driven as normal.

This process is known as binding. Both LEDs being solidly lit means the Zonar LD has been successfully bound to the vehicle.

If installation is interrupted because of movement of the vehicle, perform a soft reboot to restart and complete installation.

You can perform a soft reboot to complete installation up to seven days from the first attempt. A hard reboot is required if installation is not completed before seven days.

Some data recorded after a fresh installation may take up to 24 hours to appear in Ground Traffic Control while the LD TCU downloads and processes firmware updates. Data recorded during this time will not be lost.

You may temporarily move the LD TCU from the splitter to the vehicle's OBD2 port, bind, and then return the LD TCU to the splitter. It does not require a re-bind. When installing/removing LD TCU from OBD2 port or cable: engine=off, LEDs=Out.

Step 4 (Optional): Assign the LD TCU in Ground Traffic Control

If you assigned the LD TCU to an asset in Ground Traffic Control before installing it, your installation is complete and you may skip this step.

If your GPS unit is installed in a vehicle, powered on, and not assigned to an asset, it will automatically create a new asset with the GPS Unit assigned to it to prevent loss of data.

This asset is called an auto-created asset. If an asset is auto-created for a GPS Unit, the asset will be set to inactive and named “A XXXXXXXX.”

Before proceeding, make sure your Asset Status filter is set to include Inactive assets, otherwise you will not see the auto-created assets.

If the asset is new to your fleet:

1. Find the auto-created asset and click the pencil icon.
2. Change the asset information to match the vehicle.
3. Set asset status to "Active".
4. Click Save.

If the asset already exists in Ground Traffic Control:

1. Find the auto-created asset and click the pencil icon.
2. Select "None" in the GPS Id field.
3. Click Save.
4. Find the asset the LD TCU was installed in and click the pencil icon.
5. Select the IMEI/Serial Number of the LD TCU in the GPS Id field.
6. Click Save.

Soft Reboot

A soft reboot is generally needed when:

• The vehicle was moved before the LEDs on the device were lit and solid.
• The device is acting oddly (for example, if it produces bad path data).
• The initial installation binding failed.

1. Turn the engine off.
2. Wait for all LEDs on the device to go out.
3. Remove the device from the OBDII port.
4. Plug the device back into the OBDII port.
5. Turn the vehicle engine on.
6. Allow the vehicle to idle until both LEDs on the front of the device have been lit and solid for more than one minute. It typically takes between 5 and 20 minutes to complete the installation process.
   Do not move the vehicle during this time. If using a splitter cable at the OBDII port, secure the Zonar LD unit to prevent movement during the installation process.
7. Once both LEDs are solidly lit, the vehicle may be driven as normal.

Hard Reboot

A hard reboot is generally needed in the following situations:

• A soft reboot has not worked to correct any issues.
• To confirm LD TCU hardware is working correctly by bringing it to a "known good" vehicle.
• The Zonar LD TCU was installed in the vehicle over 7 days ago but was not properly bound.
• To properly update firmware as needed.

1. Turn the engine off.
2. Remove the device from the OBDII port.
3. Take the device to another vehicle.
   • Make sure both vehicles are located outdoors in an area with strong cellular/GPS signal reception.
   • They should be positioned on a level surface.
   • The second vehicle should be model year 2008 or later.
4. With the second vehicle's engine off, plug the device into the OBDII port.
5. Turn the engine on.
6. Wait until both Green and Blue LEDs stop blinking and remain on in a constant solid state for at least 1 minute (this process typically takes upwards of 3-10 minutes to complete binding process).
7. Turn the engine off.
8. Remove the device from the OBDII port.
9. Take the device back to the original vehicle.
10. Repeat the standard Installation procedure.

Hardware

Because the Zonar LD is a self-contained solution, it cannot make use of wired Zonar peripherals or the WiFi-only Driver Coach camera. The Zonar LD is compatible with the SIM-enabled Driver Coach camera.

Software

Most expected GPS and vehicle data is available from the Zonar LD, and as a result it is compatible with most Ground Traffic Control reports. Exceptions include:

•  
  • ZFuel
  • ZAlerts
  • FaultIQ
  • Trip Report

Provided Data

All GPS data points normally delivered via Zonar are also delivered by Zonar LD. Differences include:

•  
  • Power on/off, motion start/stop, and standard events are recorded.
  • Cold Starts (TCU has regained power after losing it) and Discrete IO Events are not recorded.
  • GPS points are recorded every 5 seconds while in motion and while idling. These intervals cannot be changed.
  • The data is sent to Ground Traffic Control every 15 seconds.

Notices

Warning: (Part 15.21)

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Zonar Systems could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Caution: RF Exposure (OET Bulletin 65)

To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Use only supplied and approved antennas. Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications could impair signal quality, void your warranty and/or result in violation of FCC regulations.

FCC Compliance Statement (Part 15.19), IC Compliance Statement (RSS-210)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada (IC). 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.

Warranty And Legal Notices

For more information regarding Zonar Warranty and Legal Notices, see the Zonar Product Warranty page on our website.