Units

A unit refers to any vehicle, equipment, individual, animal, or other movable or stationary object being monitored.

The Units section features a map and a table listing all created units that can be tracked within the monitoring system. This section allows you to customize units by performing various tasks, such as creating new units, configuring their profiles, setting shipment details, and more.

Selecting Columns

To choose columns that display additional details about the units, click the icon located in the table header. The Units section includes the following columns:

Creating a unit

1. Click on the + icon to add a new unit.

2. Select the device type (e.g., GPS or Fixed Unit).
3. Enter the unit's name (typically corresponding to the plate number).
4. Specify the Device Protocol, which serves as a decoder for signals received from the assigned device.
5. Input the IMEI, which functions as the device's unique identifier.
6. Provide additional details, including the Operation Code, Device Password, Device Serial, SIM Card Number, and SIM Card Serial.
7. Specify the Odometer reading (total kilometers traveled by the unit) using one of the following methods:
• GPS: Manually enter the total kilometers (typically provided by the technician during device installation).
• CAN.Bus: The odometer value is automatically retrieved and recorded in the system.
8. Specify the Engine Hours (total hours the engine has been operational) using one of the following methods:
• ACC: Manually enter the total engine hours.
• CAN.Bus: The engine hours are automatically retrieved and recorded in the system.
9. Click Save to finalize.

Creating a sensor

A sensor is a device that collects data relevant to the unit, such as temperature, humidity, motion, or environmental conditions. It detects and measures physical parameters from the surrounding environment, providing valuable information for processing and decision-making by the unit. The data gathered by the sensor can be used for various purposes, including monitoring, control, and analysis.

On the Sensors tab of the unit properties, you can create, edit, and delete sensors (this feature is available for admin users only). For example, let’s walk through the process of creating an odometer sensor to track the distance traveled by a unit:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Sensors tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Sensors tab.
2. Click the Add New Sensor button.

3. Define Sensor Details
• Enter a Name for the sensor.
• Select the Sensor Type from the dropdown menu and configure its corresponding Parameters based on the Care Team's documentation.
4. Set the Expected Result Type
• Choose the appropriate Result Type (e.g., Value, Percentage, or Code-Value Pairs).
• For this example, select Value.
5. Specify the Measurement Unit
• Define the Measurement Unit for the sensor.
• In our example, use KM.
6. Add a Conversion Formula
• Input the formula required to convert the sensor’s output into the desired measurement unit.
• For this example, the formula is * 0.005.

7. Click Save to finalize the sensor setup.

Creating a command

A command is a request sent to the unit to perform a specific action, such as turning the AC on, blocking the engine, etc.

On the Commands tab, you can create and configure commands to be sent to the unit. For example, let’s walk through the process of creating a command to start the unit’s engine:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Commands tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Commands tab.

2. Click the Add New Command button.
3. Define Command Details:
• Enter a Name for the command.
• Select the Command Type and the Channel (Auto, SMS, GPRS, or Both).

4. Click Save to finalize the command setup.

FAQs

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How do I customize a unit?

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To create a customized profile for a unit and establish its digital replica, follow these steps:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Profile tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Profile tab.

2. Allocate a trailer by selecting a trailer from the dropdown list or select Auto if the trailer is already assigned to the unit through the RFID.
3. Assign a driver by selecting a driver from the dropdown list or select Auto if the driver is already assigned to the unit through the RFID.
4. Specify the Business Type value from the dropdown list (e.g., Waste, Transportation, Water, Hajj, Taxi).
5. Choose the appropriate type of vehicle for the unit.
6. Select the Measurement Type from the dropdown list (e.g., Weight, Volume, Length, Count).
7. Specify the maximum load capacity of the unit.
8. Provide the following vehicle details:
• VIN: Enter the Vehicle Identification Number.
• Plate Number: Record the unit's plate number.
• Model: Specify the vehicle model.
• Year: Indicate the year of manufacture.
• Seats: Enter the number of seats available.
• Fuel Type: Select the fuel type from the dropdown list (Fuel 91, Fuel 95, or Diesel).
9. Configure operational details:
• Start Operation: Set the start date for the unit's operation.
• Contract Mileage: Specify the total mileage under the current contract.
• Opening Mileage: Enter the odometer reading at the start of operations.
• Unit RFID: Record the RFID associated with the unit.
10. Update the unit's Status and other relevant fields:
• Job Order: Link the unit to a specific job order, if applicable.
• Icon: Choose an icon to visually represent the unit.
• Status Description: Add a description for the unit's current status.
11. Click Save to finalize the profile setup.

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How do I set the fuel consumption for a unit?

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Follow these steps to configure the fuel consumption settings for a unit:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Fuel Consumption tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Fuel Consumption tab.

2. Fill in the Fuel Consumption Fields:
• Summer Rate (Liters per 100 km): Enter the unit's fuel consumption rate during the summer.
• Winter Rate (Liters per 100 km): Enter the unit's fuel consumption rate during the winter.
• Winter From (Month, Day): Select the start date for the winter fuel consumption period.
• Winter To (Month, Day): Select the end date for the winter fuel consumption period.
• Ignore Signals After Stationary Engine ON (Sec): Specify the time in seconds to ignore signals after the engine starts.
• Target Fuel per Month (Liters): Enter the target fuel consumption for the unit per month.
3. Click Save to finalize the fuel consumption setup.

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How do I configure accuracy settings for a unit?

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To increase the unit's readings accuracy, perform the following:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Accuracy tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Accuracy tab.

2. Fill in the Accuracy Fields:
• Movement Detection: Choose the method for detecting unit movement:
• GPS: Used for location tracking only.
• GPS + ACC: Used for both location tracking and detecting when the engine is ON.
• Min. Speed (km/h): Enter the minimum speed threshold for detecting movement.
• Min. Stop (seconds): Specify the minimum time (in seconds) required to consider the unit as stopped.
• Min. Park (seconds): Enter the minimum duration (in seconds) for a parking status to be recorded.
• Min. Sat.: Specify the minimum number of satellites required for signal accuracy.
• Min. Trip Time (seconds): Set the minimum trip duration (in seconds) to register a trip.
• Min. Trip Distance (meters): Enter the minimum distance (in meters) required to count as a trip.
• Max Distance Between Messages: Define the maximum distance (in meters) permitted between two consecutive location messages to ensure accurate and timely tracking of the unit's movements.
3. Click Save to confirm and apply the accuracy settings.

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How do I configure the shipment info for a unit?

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To set up shipment details for a unit, follow these steps:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Shipment tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Shipment tab.

2. Set the Shipment Info:
• Product Category: Choose the type of product the shipment will carry from the dropdown list.
• Truck Type: Specify the truck type (e.g., flatbed, Diana) using the dropdown options.
• Shipment Type: Select the nature of the shipment (e.g., Long Haul, Client Delivery).
• Shipment Payment Type: Define the payment structure for the shipment(e.g., Monthly Paid, Trip Paid).
• Transporter Type: Enter the type of transporter used for the shipment.
• Operating Area: Define the operational area for the unit.
3. Set the Shipment Target:
• Weight (Kilograms/day): Enter the daily weight capacity for the shipment.
• KMs/day: Specify the maximum kilometers the unit should travel per day.
• Shipment Trip Drive Hrs/day: Define the daily driving hours for shipment trips.
• Expected Shipment Trip/day: Enter the expected number of shipment trips per day.
• Allowable Delay Drive Hrs/day: Specify the number of allowable delay hours for driving.
• Car Pay/day: Input the daily vehicle payment rate.
4. Define Environmental and Safety Limits:
• Temperature Upper Limit (°C): Set the maximum allowable temperature during shipments.
• Exceeding Temperature Limit/day: Define the number of permissible temperature limit breaches per day.
• Humidity Upper Limit (%): Specify the maximum allowable humidity level.
• Exceeding Humidity Limit/day: Enter the number of allowable breaches of the humidity limit per day.
5. Click Save to apply the shipment info settings to the unit.

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How do I add a check-up service to a unit?

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Let's assume we want to create a service for motor oil checkup:

1. For a new unit, press the + icon, then click on the Service tab. For an existing unit, press the icon in the specified unit's row, then navigate to the Service tab.
2. Click the Add New Service button.

3. Enter a Name for the service.
4. Define Service Details:
• Toggle the service metric to enable it (in this case, Odometer Intervals), which will automatically retrieve the Current odometer value.
• Specify the Interval: The fixed distance at which the oil change must occur.
• Specify the Last Service: The odometer value at the time of the last service.
• Specify the Event Left: The remaining distance (in kilometers) before a reminder is triggered.

5. Click Save to finalize the service setup.

Reports

Units Management