Hello, and Happy New Year!
I’m working on setting up a comprehensive system for my 2016 Lexus ES 350 and need your help to confirm whether I’ve planned this correctly. I’ve emailed support but haven’t received a response, so I’m turning to this forum for guidance.
My Goals
I want to enable the following features for my vehicle:
- Remote Tracking
- Telemetry Data (e.g., RPM, fuel level)
- Immobilizer
- Remote Start
- Remote Unlock/Lock of Doors
- Remote Trunk Opening
- Pretty much all features possible with my hardware.
Current Hardware
- FMM130: For GPS tracking and telematics.
- LV-CAN200: For CAN bus data acquisition and control.
- Contactless CAN Adapter: To connect non-invasively to the CAN bus.
Concerns After Research
After watching Teltonika’s YouTube videos, I have a few concerns:
- CAN-CONTROL: It seems this might have been a better choice than the LV-CAN200, as it offers more advanced control features (e.g., remote door lock/unlock, trunk opening).
- Simple-CAN: This seems like a more secure and direct connection than the Contactless CAN Adapter, which could be susceptible to noise or reliability issues in my setup.
I want to avoid making further incorrect purchases and would appreciate some guidance!
Original Plan
Here’s how I initially planned to achieve each feature:
Feature | How It’s Achieved | Parts Needed |
---|---|---|
Remote Tracking | GPS data sent via SIM to Traccar server. | FMM130 + SIM Card |
Remote Start | Relay simulates ignition activation for HVAC. | FMM130 + Relay Module |
Immobilizer | Relay cuts ignition or fuel pump circuit. | FMM130 + Relay Module |
Lock/Unlock Doors | LV-CAN200 sends lock/unlock commands via CAN bus. | FMM130 + LV-CAN200 (or relay) |
Telemetry Data | LV-CAN200 reads CAN data (RPM, fuel level, etc.). | FMM130 + LV-CAN200 |
Updated Questions
- Should I return the LV-CAN200 and switch to CAN-CONTROL for better control features?
- Is the Contactless CAN Adapter sufficient, or should I replace it with Simple-CAN for a direct connection to the CAN bus?
- Are there any additional components or steps I should consider to enable features like trunk opening or advanced telemetry?