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== Safety Information == | == Safety Information == | ||
== Product Overview == | |||
=== Scope === | |||
This document provides instructions for installation, configuration, operation, and basic troubleshooting of the Ligo BLE Adapter. | |||
It is intended for system integrators, installers, and technical personnel involved in fuel monitoring and GPS telematics systems. | |||
=== Product Overview === | |||
Ligo BLE Adapter is a communication and aggregation product designed to connect Ligo Air/Ligo Air Pro wireless fuel level sensors to GPS trackers that do not support BLE communication. | |||
The device acts as: | The device acts as: | ||
* A | * A BLE to wired protocol bridge | ||
* A | * A Sensor Union Module (SUM) capable of aggregating data from multiple sensors | ||
* A | * A BLE signal receiver with enhanced sensitivity for extended wireless range | ||
Ligo BLE Adapter supports multiple output interfaces including RS232, RS485, and AF, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPS tracking devices. | |||
=== System Architecture === | === System Architecture === | ||
[[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig1-system-architecture.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 1. | [[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig1-system-architecture.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 1. Ligo BLE Adapter wiring diagram]] | ||
* Wireless fuel sensors ( | * Wireless fuel sensors (Ligo Air / Ligo Air Pro) transmit fuel level data via BLE | ||
* | * Ligo BLE Adapter receives BLE data and processes it. | ||
* Processed data is transmitted to the GPS tracker via RS232, RS485 or AF interface. | * Processed data is transmitted to the GPS tracker via RS232, RS485 or AF interface. | ||
* Log sensor data for history view and troubleshooting | * Log sensor data for history view and troubleshooting | ||
== Package Contents == | == Package Contents == | ||
== Specifications == | == Specifications == | ||
== Installation == | |||
== | === Hardware description and installation === | ||
=== Cable and | ==== Cable and wire definition ==== | ||
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;" | {| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center;" | ||
|- | |- | ||
! No. !! Wire | ! No. !! Wire color !! Description | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 1 || style="background:#E53935;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 1 || style="background:#E53935;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | VCC || style="text-align:left;" | Power supply (7 – 36V DC) | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 2 || style="background:#fafafa;color:#000;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #999;" | | 2 || style="background:#fafafa;color:#000;font-weight:bold;border:1px solid #999;" | AF || style="text-align:left;" | Analog output (1 – 9V) | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 3 || style="background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 3 || style="background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | GND || style="text-align:left;" | Ground | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 4 || style="background:#43A047;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 4 || style="background:#43A047;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | RS485-B || style="text-align:left;" | Signal wire B for RS485 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 5 || style="background:#FFD700;color:#000;font-weight:bold;" | | 5 || style="background:#FFD700;color:#000;font-weight:bold;" | RS485-A || style="text-align:left;" | Signal wire A for RS485 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 6 || style="background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 6 || style="background:#1a1a1a;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | GND || style="text-align:left;" | Ground | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 7 || style="background:#6D4C41;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 7 || style="background:#6D4C41;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | RS232-RX || style="text-align:left;" | Input data for RS232 | ||
|- | |- | ||
| 8 || style="background:#1E88E5;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | | 8 || style="background:#1E88E5;color:#fff;font-weight:bold;" | RS232-TX || style="text-align:left;" | Output data for RS232 | ||
|} | |} | ||
''Table 1. | ''Table 1. Ligo BLE Adapter wire color and function'' | ||
=== Mechanical | ==== Mechanical installation ==== | ||
* Install | * Install Ligo Adapter inside the vehicle cabin or protected enclosure | ||
* Avoid direct exposure to water, excessive heat, or strong electromagnetic sources | * Avoid direct exposure to water, excessive heat, or strong electromagnetic sources | ||
* Ensure sufficient distance from high-current cables when possible | * Ensure sufficient distance from high-current cables when possible | ||
=== Electrical | ==== Electrical connection ==== | ||
# Connect | # Connect VCC (Red) and GND (Black) to the power source | ||
# Connect selected communication interface to the GPS tracker: | # Connect selected communication interface to the GPS tracker: | ||
#* | #* With Ligo BLE Adapter – RS232: | ||
#* | #*: Brown (RX) to Tx of GPS tracker | ||
#* | #*: Blue (TX) to Rx of GPS tracker | ||
#* | #* With Ligo BLE Adapter – RS485: | ||
#* | #*: Yellow (RS485-A) connect to RS485-A of GPS tracker | ||
#* | #*: Green (RS485-B) connect to RS485-B of GPS tracker | ||
#* | #* With Ligo BLE Adapter – AF: | ||
#* | #*: White (AF output) connect to Analog input of GPS tracker | ||
#* | #* With Ligo BLE Adapter – PRO: | ||
#* | #*: You can choose one of these above interfaces to connect to GPS tracker | ||
# | # Verify wiring before powering on the system | ||
== Configuration == | == Configuration == | ||
=== Software configuration === | |||
Ligo BLE Adapter is configured using Ligo BLE Configurator. Please download and install it from Play Store on android OS or App Store on IOS before starting configurations. | |||
<gallery mode="packed" widths="250" heights="500 | The software is structured into three main sections, each serving a specific purpose in the installation, operation and troubleshooting as these below figures. | ||
<gallery mode="packed" widths="250" heights="500"> | |||
File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig2-connection-section.png|Figure 1. Connection section | File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig2-connection-section.png|Figure 1. Connection section | ||
File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig3-settings-section.png|Figure 2. Settings section | File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig3-settings-section.png|Figure 2. Settings section | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
=== Connection | ==== Connection section ==== | ||
This section provides general information and real-time status of this device. | This section provides general information and real-time status of this device. | ||
This section includes: | |||
* Device name. | * Device name. | ||
* Device MAC address and serial number. | * Device MAC address and serial number. | ||
* Firmware / Hardware version. | * Firmware/Hardware version. | ||
* Fuel data of paired sensors. | * Fuel data of paired sensors. | ||
* Supply voltage and temperature. | * Supply voltage and temperature. | ||
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The Connection section allows users to quickly verify that the adapter is powered, accessible, and ready for configuration. | The Connection section allows users to quickly verify that the adapter is powered, accessible, and ready for configuration. | ||
=== Settings | ==== Settings section ==== | ||
The Settings section contains all configuration parameters related to sensor pairing, output interfaces, data type, | The Settings section contains all configuration parameters related to sensor pairing, output interfaces, data type, … | ||
* Sensor pairing management (add / remove sensors using MAC address) | |||
* Output interface configuration (RS232, RS485, AF) | Key configuration functions include: | ||
* Communication protocol | * Sensor pairing management (add / remove sensors using MAC address) | ||
* Data mode selection (SUM, AVERAGE, INDIVIDUAL) | * Output interface configuration (RS232, RS485, AF) | ||
* Data log configuration and viewing | * Communication protocol | ||
* Installation report generation | * Data mode selection (SUM, AVERAGE, INDIVIDUAL) | ||
* Data log configuration and viewing | |||
* Installation report generation | |||
This section is intended for device setup and integration with GPS tracking devices. | This section is intended for device setup and integration with GPS tracking devices. | ||
=== Help | ==== Help section ==== | ||
The Support section provides technical assistance and software information. | |||
This section includes: | |||
* Software version | * Software version | ||
* Technical support contact information | * Technical support contact information | ||
* Reference documentation and troubleshooting resources | * Reference documentation and troubleshooting resources | ||
This section ensures that users can easily access assistance if necessary. | This section ensures that users can easily access assistance if necessary. | ||
=== Sensor | === Sensor pairing and configuration === | ||
==== Sensor pairing ==== | |||
Follow these steps to pair | Follow these steps to pair Ligo Air/Ligo Air Pro sensors with Ligo BLE Adapter | ||
* Launch Ligo BLE Configurator application > Select LIGO BLE ADAPTER (the software auto scan nearby BLE Adapter) > press Connect button to the connect the target BLE Adapter. | |||
* Switch to Settings section to start pairing sensor to the Ligo BLE Adapter as Figure 4. | |||
[[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig5-sensor-pairing.png|center| | [[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig5-sensor-pairing.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 4. Steps to pairing Ligo sensor to the BLE Adapter]] | ||
=== Parameters | ==== Parameters configuration ==== | ||
[[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig6-parameters.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure | [[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig6-parameters.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 5. Parameters configuration]] | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
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! No. !! Parameter !! Description | ! No. !! Parameter !! Description | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 1 || Message interval ( | | style="text-align:center;" | 1 || Message interval (1..60s) || Defines the time interval between two consecutive data transmissions from the Ligo BLE Adapter | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 2 || Protocol || Selects the output communication protocol used to transmit fuel data to the GPS tracker | | style="text-align:center;" | 2 || Protocol || Selects the output communication protocol used to transmit fuel data to the GPS tracker. | ||
* SOJI protocol | * SOJI protocol | ||
* LLS protocol | * LLS protocol | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 3 || Automatic transmission mode || Defines the data transmission format | | style="text-align:center;" | 3 || Automatic transmission mode || Defines the data transmission format. | ||
* HEX format | * HEX format | ||
* ASCII format | * ASCII format | ||
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| style="text-align:center;" | 4 || Baud rate || Sets the serial communication speed for RS232 or RS485 output. | | style="text-align:center;" | 4 || Baud rate || Sets the serial communication speed for RS232 or RS485 output. | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 5 || Data mode || Defines how fuel data from multiple paired sensors is processed before transmission | | style="text-align:center;" | 5 || Data mode || Defines how fuel data from multiple paired sensors is processed before transmission. | ||
* | * SUM: Total fuel value of all paired sensors | ||
* | * AVERAGE: Average fuel value of all paired sensors | ||
* | * INDIVIDUAL: Fuel data from each sensor is transmitted individually upon Modbus request. | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 6 || Address ( | | style="text-align:center;" | 6 || Address (1-254) || Sets the Modbus address of the Ligo BLE Adapter. | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 7 || Level min ( | | style="text-align:center;" | 7 || Level min (0..8V) || Defines the minimum output voltage level for the AF output. | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 8 || Level max ( | | style="text-align:center;" | 8 || Level max (2..10V) || Defines the maximum output voltage level for the AF output. | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | 9 || Max volume || Defines the maximum digital fuel level resolution used for data transmission | | style="text-align:center;" | 9 || Max volume || Defines the maximum digital fuel level resolution used for data transmission. | ||
* | * 1023: 10-bit resolution. | ||
* | * 4095: 12-bit resolution. | ||
|} | |} | ||
''Table 2. Parameter descriptions of | ''Table 2. Parameter descriptions of Ligo BLE Adapter'' | ||
== Operation == | == Operation == | ||
=== Data | === Data log and settings log === | ||
==== Data log ==== | |||
The Data Log function allows users to view historical fuel level data received from paired sensors over time. The log records: | [[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig7-data-log.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 6. Step to view data log]] | ||
* Timestamp of received data | |||
* Fuel level values from paired sensors | The Data Log function allows users to view historical fuel level data received from paired sensors over time. | ||
* RSSI signal | |||
* Temperature of sensor | The log records: | ||
* Timestamp of received data | |||
* Fuel level values from paired sensors | |||
* RSSI signal | |||
* Temperature of sensor | |||
This function is used for: | This function is used for: | ||
* System verification during installation | * System verification during installation | ||
* Diagnostic and troubleshooting purposes | * Diagnostic and troubleshooting purposes | ||
* Validation of sensor communication stability. | * Validation of sensor communication stability | ||
The user can select a time period (Today, Yesterday, Week, Month, or a Custom Period) and then press the Download button to retrieve the data log, as shown in Figure 6. | |||
The retrieved data log is displayed in the Log Display Area. | |||
==== Settings log ==== | |||
[[File:LIGO-BLE-Adapter-fig8-settings-log.png|center|700px|thumb|Figure 7. Steps to view settings log]] | |||
The Settings Log function allows users to review the historical configuration records of the Ligo BLE Adapter. | |||
This log stores all parameter changes previously configured by the user, enabling traceability and verification of device setup. | |||
The user can select the | The user can select the Log source (data from EEPROM or data on the server), and the settings log will be displayed in the Log Display Area, as shown in Figure 7. | ||
=== LED Status Indication === | === LED Status Indication === | ||
The | The Ligo Adapter is equipped with a status LED to indicate its current operating state. | ||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
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! LED Status !! Description | ! LED Status !! Description | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | Red blinking || No sensor is paired with the adapter | | style="text-align:center;" | Red blinking || No sensor is paired with the adapter | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | Red solid || Sensor(s) paired, but no data is being received | | style="text-align:center;" | Red solid || Sensor(s) paired, but no data is being received | ||
|- | |- | ||
| style="text-align:center;" | Green solid || Valid data is being received from paired sensor(s) | | style="text-align:center;" | Green solid || Valid data is being received from paired sensor(s) | ||
|} | |} | ||
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! Issue !! Possible Cause !! Recommended Action | ! Issue !! Possible Cause !! Recommended Action | ||
|- | |- | ||
| No data on GPS || Incorrect wiring || Verify interface wiring | | No data on GPS || Incorrect wiring || Verify interface wiring | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Sensor not detected || MAC address not added || Reconfigure sensor list | | Sensor not detected || MAC address not added || Reconfigure sensor list | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Unstable data || BLE signal attenuation || Reposition adapter | | Unstable data || BLE signal attenuation || Reposition adapter | ||
|- | |- | ||
| Incorrect fuel value || Wrong data mode || Check SUM / AVERAGE setting | | Incorrect fuel value || Wrong data mode || Check SUM / AVERAGE setting | ||
|} | |} | ||
== Maintenance == | == Maintenance == | ||
== Certification / Compliance == | == Certification / Compliance == | ||
== Support / Contact == | == Support / Contact == | ||
Revision as of 03:47, 11 June 2026
Safety Information
Product Overview
Scope
This document provides instructions for installation, configuration, operation, and basic troubleshooting of the Ligo BLE Adapter.
It is intended for system integrators, installers, and technical personnel involved in fuel monitoring and GPS telematics systems.
Product Overview
Ligo BLE Adapter is a communication and aggregation product designed to connect Ligo Air/Ligo Air Pro wireless fuel level sensors to GPS trackers that do not support BLE communication.
The device acts as:
- A BLE to wired protocol bridge
- A Sensor Union Module (SUM) capable of aggregating data from multiple sensors
- A BLE signal receiver with enhanced sensitivity for extended wireless range
Ligo BLE Adapter supports multiple output interfaces including RS232, RS485, and AF, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GPS tracking devices.
System Architecture
- Wireless fuel sensors (Ligo Air / Ligo Air Pro) transmit fuel level data via BLE
- Ligo BLE Adapter receives BLE data and processes it.
- Processed data is transmitted to the GPS tracker via RS232, RS485 or AF interface.
- Log sensor data for history view and troubleshooting
Package Contents
Specifications
Installation
Hardware description and installation
Cable and wire definition
| No. | Wire color | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC | Power supply (7 – 36V DC) |
| 2 | AF | Analog output (1 – 9V) |
| 3 | GND | Ground |
| 4 | RS485-B | Signal wire B for RS485 |
| 5 | RS485-A | Signal wire A for RS485 |
| 6 | GND | Ground |
| 7 | RS232-RX | Input data for RS232 |
| 8 | RS232-TX | Output data for RS232 |
Table 1. Ligo BLE Adapter wire color and function
Mechanical installation
- Install Ligo Adapter inside the vehicle cabin or protected enclosure
- Avoid direct exposure to water, excessive heat, or strong electromagnetic sources
- Ensure sufficient distance from high-current cables when possible
Electrical connection
- Connect VCC (Red) and GND (Black) to the power source
- Connect selected communication interface to the GPS tracker:
- With Ligo BLE Adapter – RS232:
- Brown (RX) to Tx of GPS tracker
- Blue (TX) to Rx of GPS tracker
- With Ligo BLE Adapter – RS485:
- Yellow (RS485-A) connect to RS485-A of GPS tracker
- Green (RS485-B) connect to RS485-B of GPS tracker
- With Ligo BLE Adapter – AF:
- White (AF output) connect to Analog input of GPS tracker
- With Ligo BLE Adapter – PRO:
- You can choose one of these above interfaces to connect to GPS tracker
- With Ligo BLE Adapter – RS232:
- Verify wiring before powering on the system
Configuration
Software configuration
Ligo BLE Adapter is configured using Ligo BLE Configurator. Please download and install it from Play Store on android OS or App Store on IOS before starting configurations.
The software is structured into three main sections, each serving a specific purpose in the installation, operation and troubleshooting as these below figures.
-
Figure 1. Connection section
-
Figure 2. Settings section
-
Figure 3. Help section
Connection section
This section provides general information and real-time status of this device.
This section includes:
- Device name.
- Device MAC address and serial number.
- Firmware/Hardware version.
- Fuel data of paired sensors.
- Supply voltage and temperature.
- RSSI signal.
The Connection section allows users to quickly verify that the adapter is powered, accessible, and ready for configuration.
Settings section
The Settings section contains all configuration parameters related to sensor pairing, output interfaces, data type, …
Key configuration functions include:
- Sensor pairing management (add / remove sensors using MAC address)
- Output interface configuration (RS232, RS485, AF)
- Communication protocol
- Data mode selection (SUM, AVERAGE, INDIVIDUAL)
- Data log configuration and viewing
- Installation report generation
This section is intended for device setup and integration with GPS tracking devices.
Help section
The Support section provides technical assistance and software information.
This section includes:
- Software version
- Technical support contact information
- Reference documentation and troubleshooting resources
This section ensures that users can easily access assistance if necessary.
Sensor pairing and configuration
Sensor pairing
Follow these steps to pair Ligo Air/Ligo Air Pro sensors with Ligo BLE Adapter
- Launch Ligo BLE Configurator application > Select LIGO BLE ADAPTER (the software auto scan nearby BLE Adapter) > press Connect button to the connect the target BLE Adapter.
- Switch to Settings section to start pairing sensor to the Ligo BLE Adapter as Figure 4.
Parameters configuration
| No. | Parameter | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Message interval (1..60s) | Defines the time interval between two consecutive data transmissions from the Ligo BLE Adapter |
| 2 | Protocol | Selects the output communication protocol used to transmit fuel data to the GPS tracker.
|
| 3 | Automatic transmission mode | Defines the data transmission format.
|
| 4 | Baud rate | Sets the serial communication speed for RS232 or RS485 output. |
| 5 | Data mode | Defines how fuel data from multiple paired sensors is processed before transmission.
|
| 6 | Address (1-254) | Sets the Modbus address of the Ligo BLE Adapter. |
| 7 | Level min (0..8V) | Defines the minimum output voltage level for the AF output. |
| 8 | Level max (2..10V) | Defines the maximum output voltage level for the AF output. |
| 9 | Max volume | Defines the maximum digital fuel level resolution used for data transmission.
|
Table 2. Parameter descriptions of Ligo BLE Adapter
Operation
Data log and settings log
Data log
The Data Log function allows users to view historical fuel level data received from paired sensors over time.
The log records:
- Timestamp of received data
- Fuel level values from paired sensors
- RSSI signal
- Temperature of sensor
This function is used for:
- System verification during installation
- Diagnostic and troubleshooting purposes
- Validation of sensor communication stability
The user can select a time period (Today, Yesterday, Week, Month, or a Custom Period) and then press the Download button to retrieve the data log, as shown in Figure 6.
The retrieved data log is displayed in the Log Display Area.
Settings log
The Settings Log function allows users to review the historical configuration records of the Ligo BLE Adapter.
This log stores all parameter changes previously configured by the user, enabling traceability and verification of device setup.
The user can select the Log source (data from EEPROM or data on the server), and the settings log will be displayed in the Log Display Area, as shown in Figure 7.
LED Status Indication
The Ligo Adapter is equipped with a status LED to indicate its current operating state.
| LED Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Red blinking | No sensor is paired with the adapter |
| Red solid | Sensor(s) paired, but no data is being received |
| Green solid | Valid data is being received from paired sensor(s) |
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Possible Cause | Recommended Action |
|---|---|---|
| No data on GPS | Incorrect wiring | Verify interface wiring |
| Sensor not detected | MAC address not added | Reconfigure sensor list |
| Unstable data | BLE signal attenuation | Reposition adapter |
| Incorrect fuel value | Wrong data mode | Check SUM / AVERAGE setting |
Maintenance
Certification / Compliance
Support / Contact
| Channel | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | SOJI ELECTRONICS JOINT STOCK COMPANY |
| Address | NO-04, LK-03 Ha Tri, Ha Cau, Ha Dong, Hanoi, Vietnam |
| Tel/Fax | +84 24 62 932 369 |
| contact@sojielectronics.com | |
| Website | sojielectronics.com |
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