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'''Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about Telematics Configuration Tool.'''
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The current TCT version is compatible only with Windows OS. TCT does not support Mac OS, Linux, or other OS platforms at the moment, for more information please check our wiki page. >>> [[Getting_started_with_TCT_desktop_application#Minimum_System_Requirements|Minimum System Requirements]]
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|'''Is TCT a web-based tool? Or a desktop application tool?'''
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| The current TCT-released version is for desktops. The web-based version is already in development and will be released soon.
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Teltonika FTCXYX devices with firmware version '''0.26.2''' or higher are supported by the TCT.  
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| TCT supports Teltonika Telematics devices only and does not support Autonomous (Mobility) devices in the meantime.
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|'''Which Firmware version does TCT support?'''
At the moment - no. Though support of some of the Special firmware versions will be added gradually. Experimental firmware versions won’t be supported. The client can still use the old FMB configurator to setup devices with experimental firmware version.  
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| TCT will support only current platform devices with base firmware 03.27.13.Rev.03 and higher.
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|| Special/Custom firmware will be added gradually. Experimental and Test firmware won’t be supported. The client can still use the old configurator for Test and Experimental firmware.  
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Device will be seen as "Not supported" in TCT.
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|'''Does TCT support Bluetooth configuration support?'''
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| TCT does not support configuration through Bluetooth, only cable connection.
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|| TCT will be available in English other languages can be added in the future based on the demand from customers. Spanish and French have higher chances to be added, implementing Arabic would be more complicated due to its right-to-left structure.
TCT supports all [[Telematics_Configuration_Tool_(TCT)|Teltonika FTCXYX devices]].
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|'''Can we adjust the screen resolution of TCT?'''
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| TCT is adapted to different screen sizes. It does not matter if you use a 13, 15, or 27-inch screen.
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No, the currently available Autonomous devices like TAT100 won't be supported by the TCT.  
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| With the desktop version - no. When the web version will be released, it will save configuration directly to FOTA WEB.
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|'''Can we check the current device Configuration File name on TCT?'''
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| Yes, for more information you may refer on this link [https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/Getting_started_with_TCT_for_desktop#Editing_a_Configuration_File here]
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Currently, TCT is only available in the English language. Though in the future we might add more languages.  
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|'''How to use tool tip?'''
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| Mouseover to the 'i' icon located on the upper left side of the parameter box to view the summarized description of the paramter, click that icon to see more detailed information.  
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Yes, please check our wiki page for more information. >>>[[Getting_started_with_TCT_desktop_application#Editing_a_Configuration_File| Editing a Configuration file]].
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| Yes, for more information you may refer on this link [https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/TCT_Search here]
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|'''What about debugging the TCT? Logs will be saved on the cloud or locally? Or maybe both?'''
Mouseover to the ID icon inside the parameter box. Please check the visual example below.
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| In Configuration settings you will see path and open button for TCT logs. It will be saved locally (desktop version). -- wiki link
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| The user can’t turn off the Auto update feature (in other words, the notifications about new versions will still be received). Meantime it’s up to the user to install these updates or not.
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Mouse over to the '''<nowiki/>'i'''' icon located on the upper left side of the parameter box to view the summarized description of the parameter, click that icon to see more detailed information.
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| Software doesn’t support this. The client can do it manually (download older version and install it).
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Yes, please check our wiki page for more information. >>>[[TCT_Search| TCT Search]].  
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| Teltonika Configurator will have new versions and will support new firmware for existing platform devices as long as its End of Life is not planned. New platform devices won’t be supported in Teltonika Configurator, it will work with TCT only.
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|'''Will the Teltonika Configurator be on EOL?'''
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| Yes, Teltonika Configurator will be discontinued at some point in future. However, we want to give our customers enough time to get used to TCT. Currently, there is no EOL date planned.
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By opening TCT settings, you will see the path of the log files saving place. Log files will be saved locally. >>>[[TCT_Device_Status#Maintenance| TCT Maintenance]].
 
 
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FMB Configurator will still be maintained and have its own new releases with support for new firmware versions till it reaches the EOL final stage.
 
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The EOL of FMB configurator is not announced yet. We want to give our customers enough time to get used to TCT, before discontinuing the FMB configurator.
 
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Revision as of 13:40, 16 April 2023

Main Page > Software & Applications > Telematics Configuration Tool (TCT) > TCT FAQ

Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about Telematics Configuration Tool.

Question Answers Information Links:
What are the Operating Systems supported by TCT? The current TCT version is compatible with Windows OS. TCT does not support Mac OS, Linux, or other OS platforms at the moment. Getting Started with TCT for desktop
Is TCT a web-based tool? Or a desktop application tool? The current TCT-released version is for desktops. The web-based version is already in development and will be released soon.
Which devices does TCT supports? TCT supports Teltonika Telematics devices only and does not support Autonomous (Mobility) devices in the meantime.
Which Firmware version does TCT support? TCT will support only current platform devices with base firmware 03.27.13.Rev.03 and higher.
Does TCT support Special/Custom/Experimental Firmware? Special/Custom firmware will be added gradually. Experimental and Test firmware won’t be supported. The client can still use the old configurator for Test and Experimental firmware.
Does TCT support Bluetooth configuration support? TCT does not support configuration through Bluetooth, only cable connection.
What languages will be available on TCT? TCT will be available in English other languages can be added in the future based on the demand from customers. Spanish and French have higher chances to be added, implementing Arabic would be more complicated due to its right-to-left structure.
Can we adjust the screen resolution of TCT? TCT is adapted to different screen sizes. It does not matter if you use a 13, 15, or 27-inch screen.
Is there an option to save configuration file to the cloud? With the desktop version - no. When the web version will be released, it will save configuration directly to FOTA WEB.
Can we check the current device Configuration File name on TCT? Yes, for more information you may refer on this link here
How to check the Parameter ID using the TCT? Mouseover to the ID icon inside the parameter box
How to use tool tip? Mouseover to the 'i' icon located on the upper left side of the parameter box to view the summarized description of the paramter, click that icon to see more detailed information.
Does TCT support search through Parameter ID/Keyword? Yes, for more information you may refer on this link here
What about debugging the TCT? Logs will be saved on the cloud or locally? Or maybe both? In Configuration settings you will see path and open button for TCT logs. It will be saved locally (desktop version). -- wiki link
Can Auto update be turned off? The user can’t turn off the Auto update feature (in other words, the notifications about new versions will still be received). Meantime it’s up to the user to install these updates or not.
If for some reason client wants to roll back the TCT version, is it possible?? Software doesn’t support this. The client can do it manually (download older version and install it).
Does Teltonika Configurator will support new releases of Firmware and devices in the future? Teltonika Configurator will have new versions and will support new firmware for existing platform devices as long as its End of Life is not planned. New platform devices won’t be supported in Teltonika Configurator, it will work with TCT only.
Will the Teltonika Configurator be on EOL? Yes, Teltonika Configurator will be discontinued at some point in future. However, we want to give our customers enough time to get used to TCT. Currently, there is no EOL date planned.