IOX-COLD RUGGED Support Document
The IOX-COLD RUGGED device is an IP-rated version of the IOX-COLD. Its main objective is to support Cold Chain solutions on Refrigerated Trailers.

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The IOX-COLD RUGGED device is an IP-rated version of the IOX-COLD. Its main objective is to support Cold Chain solutions on Refrigerated Trailers.

Key features

Cold chain

  1. Real-time temperature monitoring, proof of delivery, custom alerts and reporting.
  2. Error code detection and custom alerts to fleet managers.
  3. Remote temperature adjustment.
  4. Remote refrigeration unit start/stop.
  5. Remote fault clearing.
  6. Can connect to external door and temperature sensors.

Refer to the Cold Chain Installation sections (Refrigeration unit and Accessories, Thermograph) of the IOX-COLD RUGGED Installation Guide for more information.

Other expandability functionalities

The IOX-COLD allows for custom connectivity to several interfaces:

  1. CAN bus, RS-232, RS-485, 1-wire, TTL UART
  2. 4x general-purpose inputs (digital and analog)
  3. 2x general-purpose outputs

For more information, refer to the Expansion Solutions Installation Guide.

Cold chain supported features

Refrigeration units

The following tables list all refrigeration unit features and controllers that are currently supported by IOX-UREADER devices:

Manufacturer

controller & model

Thermo King

ThermoGuard

Thermo King

Smart Reefer

Carrier Standard

Supra/Ultra/Maxima

Carrier

Advanced

Vector

Return temp

# of supported zones

1

3

3

2

Ambient temp

Discharge temp

Evaporator temp

Setpoint temp

Door probe

Diesel/electric mode

Power switch

Engine RPM

Total hours³

Engine hours³

Electric hours³

On hours³

Auto/manual mode

Engine temp

Serial number

License plate

¹

Fuel level

Machine Type

Battery voltage²

Alarms

Remote setpoint adjustment

Auto/manual configuration

Remote alarm clearing

Remote start/stop

1 Serial number and license plate not supported for modules using TG-VI controller.

2 If available, battery voltage is obtained directly from the refrigeration unit. If not, the GO device voltage is used (visible in MyGeotab).

3 Only a single time value can be stored at a time (total hours, engine hours, electrical hours, on hours).

4 Only available if a sensor is connected to the refrigeration unit.


Thermographs

The table below lists all Thermograph features and controls that are currently supported by IOX-COLD devices:

Manufacturer

Models

Temperature zones

Number of telemetries

Serial number

License plate

Thermo King

TKDL-PRO, TKDL-SPR, TKDL-DCS

4

4

Thermo King

TouchLog/TouchPrint

6

4

Carrier Transicold

Datacold 250, 300, 500

4

4

Transcan

2 ADR, Sentinel, Advance

4

4

Euroscan

Euroscan X1, X2

4

4

Grupo Buscalia

Thermotrans

4

Carrier Transicold

Datacold 600

6

Orbcomm

Euroscan X3

6

Made Sistemi

REC96

3

2

Apache

Cold Tracer

6

4


Technical specifications and features

Mechanical

Weight: 216g

Dimensions: 156x97x35mm (LxWxH)

Housing: Polycarbonate (PC)

Voltage

12 V / 24 V

Power consumption

of IOX-COLD RUGGED on

GO9 daisy-chain

Typical Consumption : 400mW

GO9 can source a maximum total current to the IOX in Daisy Chain

2750 mA at 12 V/24 V

✱ NOTE: For each IOX in the daisy-chain, add the max current draw, and do not exceed the maximum total IOX current draw.

Environmental

Temperature Rating: -40ºC to 85ºC

Interfaces

CAN Bus

  1. CANIOX: 125/250/500 kbps (for daisy chaining)
  2. CANC: 125/250/500/1000 kbps (communication with refrigeration units)

RS-232 (Communication with thermographs)

  1. EU market only
  2. Speed: At least 1 Mbps

RS-232 or RS-485, configurable (Communication with refrigeration units)

  1. RS-232 Speed: At least 1 Mbps
  2. RS-485 speed: At least 9.6 kbps

1-WIRE (Communication with external sensor (i.e. temperature probes))

  1. Standard speed: 16.3 kbps
  2. Overdrive speed: 125 kbps

Connectors

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Jack IOXI or JIOXI (21004515-01): 4-pin connector, Daisy chain power, CAN in and out

Jack 1 or J1 (21007515-01): 7-pin connector, Connection to Refrigeration control units

Jack 2 or J2 (21005515-01): 5-pin connector, Connection to accessories (i.e. door sensor, temperature sensor..)

Jack 3 or J3 (21003515-01): 3-pin connector, Connection to thermographs (EU market only)

Inputs/Outputs Available

Inputs (x2):

IN1, IN2 Analog and digital inputs.

Outputs (x1):

OUT2.

Input Logic Levels

Ground - High:

The IOX shall classify the input as logic LOW if it is <100mV, and as logic HIGH when the input voltage is ≥ 3.3V.

Ground - Float:

The IOX shall classify the input as logic LOW if it is floating, and as logic HIGH when the input voltage is <100mV.

Float - High:

The IOX shall classify the input as logic LOW when it is floating, and as logic HIGH when the input is ≥ 3.3V.

Flash Memory

Density: 32-Mb

Speed: 104 MHz

Visual status

Tri color LED, traffic light-like, indicates general status

Installation

Jack IOX connector connects to the GO9 Rugged device IOX port..

Input connectors used depending on the installation use cases. See installation instructions for details.

Compatible devices

GO9 RUGGED™ and newer

Compliance

FCC, ISED, NOM, CE, REACH, RoHS, WEEE, CalProp 65, RCM, ANATEL, UKCA, SDPPI

Differences between IOX-COLD and IOX-COLD RUGGED

Interfaces

Due to the increased ingress protection, the IOX-COLD RUGGED does not have the following interfaces that IOX-COLD does:

  1. 1x CAN bus: Tachograph remote file downloads
  2. K line/D8: Tachograph real-time data
  3. TTL UART
  4. I2C
  5. USB 2.0 charging port
  6. Power outputs for external peripherals

Harness options

The IOX-COLD RUGGED harnesses are different from the IOX-COLD harnesses due to environmental characteristics and available interface differences. For more information, refer to the Harness Identification and Application document.

Installation scenarios

The following diagram shows the device’s possible installation scenarios:


IOX-COLD RUGGED installation instructions

Installation instructions are outlined in the quick start guide document.

The quick start guide document is available here: gtb.link/ioxcold_rugged

IOX-COLD troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for the IOX-COLD RUGGED are identical to the IOX-COLD. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of the IOX-COLD support document.

Important Safety Information and Limitations of Use

WARNING! Do not attempt to install, configure or remove any product from any vehicle while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise in operation. All installation, configuration or removal must be done only in stationary vehicles which are securely parked. Attempting to service units while being operated could cause malfunctions or accidents, leading to death or serious personal injury.

WARNING! All in-vehicle devices and related cabling must be securely fastened and kept clear of all vehicle controls, including gas, brake and clutch pedals. You must inspect devices and cabling on a regular basis to ensure all devices and cabling continue to be securely attached. Loose cabling or devices may impede the use of vehicle controls, resulting in unanticipated acceleration, braking or other loss of vehicle control, which could lead to death or serious personal injury. Improperly fastened in-vehicle devices may detach and impact operators upon sudden acceleration or deceleration, which may cause injury.

WARNING! If at any point after an in-vehicle device is installed a warning light illuminates on the vehicle dash or the vehicle stalls or has a marked drop in performance, shut off the engine, remove the device, and contact your Reseller. Continuing to operate a vehicle with these symptoms can cause loss of vehicle control, and serious injury.

WARNING! Your in-vehicle devices must be kept clear of debris, water and other environmental contaminants. Failure to do so may cause units malfunctioning or short-circuiting that can lead to a fire hazard or vehicle damage or serious injury.

WARNING! Do not attempt to remove the devices from the vehicle they were originally installed in for installation in another vehicle. Not all vehicles share compatibility, and doing so may cause unexpected interactions with your vehicle, including sudden loss of power or shutdown of the vehicle’s engine while in operation or cause your vehicle to operate poorly or erratically and cause death or serious injury and/or vehicle damage.

NOTICE: This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Configuration, servicing, and repairs must only be made by an authorized Reseller or Installer. Unauthorized servicing of these products will void your product warranty.

Regulatory Statements

USA

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