Elara Basic Configuration For Sites/Microgrids
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Once the Elara gateway has been fully installed, please proceed to the following steps in order to configure the Elara gateway in the optimal manner.
Power Center
Manager Application
Open the “Manager” application >> “My Units”
If the unit already exists in the organization tree, then it needs to be transferred to the right cluster.
If the unit does not exist for any reason, proceed to the next step.Click on "My units" >> Create a new unit or duplicate all the configuration from another source unit. In any case, you should continue to verify the following sections.
In “My unit” >> "Overview" tab, set the appropriate "Asset Type" as and set the "Stationary Unit" as "No”.
In “My unit” >> "Overview" tab, set the destination Email and SMS. Email and phone numbers can be set at the cluster or group level as opposed to the unit level.
In “My unit” >> “Configuration” tab >> “IO’s” >>On the basis of the IO’s settings, it will be possible to define events in the system later on.
Immobilizer | Towing | Fuel |
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Create a new “Output” >> You should select a meaningful name and the correct output. All other options should be filled out as shown in the image. | Create a new “Digital” >> You should select a meaningful name. All other options should be filled out as shown in the image. | Create a new “Analog” >> You should select a meaningful name. All other options should be filled out as shown in the image. |
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In “My unit” >> “Configuration” tab >> “Maintenance” >> Set the relevant maintenance data for you vehicle.
In “My unit” >> “Configuration” tab >> “Preferences” >> Set the “Minutes to Idle” value if necessary. As an example, if the engine continues to run for five consecutive minutes without the vehicle is moving, then the vehicle is considered to be in idle status. 5 minutes or more is the recommended value.
In “My unit” >> “Configuration” tab >> “Installation setup” >> Set the vehicle's initial working time, distance, and other parameters if necessary.
In “My unit” >> “Events” tab >> Add all relevant events and set the phone number/email to receive notifications. The events are based in part on the IO's and other configurations that you have made.
The following are some tips and suggestions for useful events.
Events Category | Event Type | Display | Severity | Notification Method | Time Before Activation | Value | Threshold |
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Common Events | Over Speed | Over Speed | Advisory | 20 sec | 120 |
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Common Events | Status Start | Unit Disconnected | Caution | Email + SMS | 24 H | Not connected |
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Common Events | Status Start | Idle Start | Warning | Email + SMS | 10 min | Idle |
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Analog Value Events | Analog Value Below | Low Battery | Caution | Email + SMS | 5 min | Battery Voltage | 11V |
Digital Value Events | Digital State On | Towing | Warning | Email + SMS | 30 sec | Fleet Basic Towing |
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Fuel Events | Fuel Refueled | Refueled | Advisory |
| 0 | Analog 5 - Fleet Basic Fuel Main |
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Fuel Events | Fuel Tank Empty | Fuel Tank Empty | Warning | Email + SMS | 0 | Analog 5 - Fleet Basic Fuel Main |
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Fuel Events | Fuel Drop | Fuel Drop | Caution | Email + SMS | 0 | Analog 5 - Fleet Basic Fuel Main | 12L |
Location Events | Location Geofence Leave | Car/Truck left the Geofence | Advisory | 0 |
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Panorama Application
After all the configurations have been completed, it is recommended that you check via the Panorama application that all the parameters are displayed correctly.
Open the “Panorama” application >> Locate the unit in the organization tree and click on it.
Your screen will display a "Fleet Unit View”.
Ensure that the unit is connected to the server (The car icon is not grey) and that the location is accurate.