User Reference Guide Tractor Interface Module PeopleNet Interface STEMCO Part #821-7000
System Overview The AirBAT Tractor Interface Module (TIM) is a state of the art wireless receiver designed to keep drivers and maintenance personnel informed of tire issues in order to increase safety and reduce costs. The TIM automatically receives and analyzes tire pressure data from AirBAT sensors and issue alerts when a low tire condition is detected.
Sensors AirBAT|RF® - Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) The AirBAT tire pressure monitoring sensor with visual LED display provides quick, on-tire pressure identification. When mounted on the wheel end, the AirBAT continually monitors tire pressures with visual alerts to indicate under-inflated tires. SST AirBAT 1. Fill Port – Provides easy access fill point for air chuck when filling the tire. 2. Visual Alert – Flashing red LED indicates underinflated tires. 3.
Installation Installation instructions are provided in a separate document, the Tractor Interface Module Installation Guide, which can be downloaded at www.batrf.com. PeopleNet Driver Interfaces PeopleNet offers a variety of driver interface options. However the majority of the terminals in the field are the LCD type driver terminals. Due to the widespread use of these terminals, this is currently the terminal that we will focus on for this manual.
PeopleNet (LCD) Driver Terminal Display Line 1 Normal Operation The TIM provides useful information on the first (top) line of the driver terminal to support driver pre-trip inspections and help drivers to monitor alert conditions. This information will always be sent to line one on the display but will only be visible by the driver/maintenance personnel when the terminal is on the home screen. If the display is not on the home screen, you can get there by simply pressing the ▲(up arrow) several times.
*OK BatRF – This message indicates that all bound tires are above the low limit pressure. If the “OK” is shown in upper case it means that the communications with WebBAT (a remote web service that sends the email/SMS alerts is working correctly). If shown in lower case it means the remote connection to WebBAT was not successful. The TIM periodically transmits messages to WebBAT.
Power-Up Messages & Light Blink Pattern Startup Line 1 - Sensor Present Verification When the TIM powers up it must initialize by hearing the bound sensors over the wireless link before it begins to display alert or error messages (like low or flat tires, no GPS, etc.). If no sensors are bound then Got # of # screen is NOT displayed but instead the Status Line 1 display firmware version screen is shown.
Full Screen Alerts Full Screen Alerts are issued when a bound tire’s pressure is equal to or less than the low pressure limit set in the BatRF AirBAT. ! Flat or Low Tire Alert ! ## PSI ! Stemco’s BatRF TPM ALL OK – If more than one alert exists then pressing either the 1st or 2nd buttons labeled “All OK” will acknowledge all the alerts. OK - If more than one alert exists then pressing the 3rd button labeled “OK” will acknowledge only the alert displayed; another alert will be immediately issued.
Remote E-mail/SMS Text Alerts Configuring Alerts WebBAT Login To configure a remote alert start by going to http://webbat.batrf.com/ The website will ask you for your Company ID User ID Password These should have been provided shortly after your request for service was submitted. Once entered, click “Login”. Note: If you don’t know your Company and/or User information, please contact your BatRF salesperson.
Setting Up Alert Destinations After a successful log-in you should see the screen below: Click the “Configuration” tab at the top right then the “Manage Alerts” tab to the left. When you click on this tab it will give you five options. Select “Easy Alert Destinations”. Add you’re Name and the E-mail address for alerts to be sent, and then select “Submit”. Or if you prefer you can select the SMS radio button and enter the requested information for setting up text destinations.
Once you have received your Activation E-mail like the EXAMPLE below, you can click the link to confirm your email address or or enter the Alert Destination Activation Code in the box shown above and click “Activate”. SMS text messages must use the Enter Activation Code here box to activate the SMS text address. Sample Activation Email: This email contains the activation code for this address. To finish linking this account, click or copy and paste this link into your browser: http://nextgen.batrf.
Selecting Alert Message Destination Once you have received your Activation E-mail your Name will be shown in the “Select Message Destinations” pull-down menu below. Click on your name and it will transfer to the “Currently Selected Destinations”. To modify alert start/end notifications you can check or uncheck boxes near bottom of page. You will need to “Save” any changes you make to Save/Cancel them.
Alert Historical Log From this screen click your top right “Configuration” tab, then click “Manage Alerts” tab on left of page where you will be given five options. From these choose “Easy Alert Logs”.
Sample E-mail/SMS Text Alerts From: AlertsSystem@batrf.com [mailto:AlertsSystem@batrf.
Detailed Information Latitude 32.4349184N degrees | Longitude 94.7542528W degrees | Sensor SN 0974626.34/25_1 | Reader SN 604000EE Sensor Read Date/Time Stamp 8/13/2011 2:16:17 PM UTC webbat.batrf.
Automatic AirBAT Binding and Un-Binding Operation A powerful feature of the Tractor Interface Module is its ability to automatically bind and unbind AirBATs. This is most useful in drop and hook applications because the driver doesn’t have to have any special training or be required to manually unbind and bind trailers as other products in the marketplace require. When a TIM is first installed it is not bound to any AirBATs.
APPENDIX Troubleshooting Try the recommended actions to correct issues. Additional support is available by calling Stemco customer support at 800-527-8492. TIM – OBC Communications Issues Symptom – Line 1 NOT shown on PeopleNet display & TIM Light is on or flashing 1) This indicates that the TIM is not communicating successfully with the OBC. Review the installation instructions to ensure the g3 services port on the PeopleNet computer is configured correctly.
TIM AirBAT Binding Issues Symptom – TIM shows TPM0 S0 on display and won’t Bind to ANY AirBATs 1) No GPS Signal – If the TIM does not receive a good GPS signal it can’t bind to AirBATs. The TIM indicates the presence of this error with a “!No GPS” message shown on Line 1 of the display. Consult the PeopleNet OBC documentation to correct GPS connection issues.
FreeRTOS Modified GPL License Disclosure The TIM firmware utilizes the FreeRTOS v6.0.5 Real Time Kernel which can be found on the World Wide Web at http://www.freertos.org Per the modified GPL license agreement, Stemco will provide a copy of the source code to customer’s who request it. The source code provided is limited to the FreeRTOS supplied files and any modifications Stemco has made but does NOT include Stemco application specific files or information.
Certifications FCC (USA) This unit complies 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. FCC ID: SRA-821 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.
