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| colspan="2" style="width: 80%; text-align: left; background: white;" |Due to THT assembly process, some devices might have an excess amount of soldering on the SMA connector. <br> This does not affect GSM/GNSS antenna characteristics and does not interfere with device case assembly, therefore, device functionality remains unchanged. | | colspan="2" style="width: 80%; text-align: left; background: white;" |Due to THT assembly process, some devices might have an excess amount of soldering on the SMA connector. <br> This does not affect GSM/GNSS antenna characteristics and does not interfere with device case assembly, therefore, device functionality remains unchanged. | ||
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| colspan="2" style="width: 908px; text-align: left; background: white;" |Client's special firmware versions or order codes with special firmware will not be updated to latest base firmware automatically | | colspan="2" style="width: 908px; text-align: left; background: white;" |Client's special firmware versions or order codes with special firmware will not be updated to latest base firmware automatically. During the transition period clients might receive devices with previous Firmware version used in manufacture. | ||
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Revision as of 09:58, 27 October 2021
Main Page > EOL Products > FMB640 > FMB640 Product Change NotificationsProduct change notifications (PCN) is the way of informing customers of upcoming changes related to Teltonika products. This includes outward appearance adjustments, hardware improvements, firmware changes, changes to package contents, etc. This page stores information regarding changes to the FMB640 tracking device. Below you will find a list of both upcoming and already implemented changes sorted from newest to oldest (top to bottom).
2021.08.16: SMA soldering changes
We would like to inform you that Antenna connectors (SMA SMD type) in FMB640 devices will be soldered from both sides of PCB starting from mid-August 2021.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Internal | |
| Detailed description
| ||
Old version:  |
New version:  | |
| Change reasons/Description | In order to increase the structural rigidity and unify the manufacturing process of Teltonika IoT Group devices, SMA connector will be soldered on the top side of PCB (same as before) and on the bottom side of PCB (performed additionally). | |
| Product release date | Second half of August 2021 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | SMA soldering changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Due to THT assembly process, some devices might have an excess amount of soldering on the SMA connector. This does not affect GSM/GNSS antenna characteristics and does not interfere with device case assembly, therefore, device functionality remains unchanged.  | |
| Suggested implementation plan | No implementation plan needed | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2021.08.03: Upgraded casing
We would like to inform you, that FMB640 device case will be updated in the factory by the end of August 2021.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description
| ||
Old version:  |
New version:  | |
| Change reasons/Description | Changes are made only in internal part of the case:. 1. Additional ribs added to battery guard walls 2. A third section of the wall added Changes are made to ensure easier and more sufficient manufacturing process of the case itself - change has no effect on device functioning. | |
| Product release date | End of August 2021 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | New casing |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | No implementation plan needed | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2021.05.26: Base firmware update
We would like to inform you about the base firmware update for FMB640 starting from May 26 2021. New production firmware version will be 01.00.13.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Firmware update | |
| Detailed description | Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMB640_firmware_errata | |
| Old version: FMB640 01.00.05 |
New version: FMB640 01.00.13 | |
| Change reasons | FMB640 base firmware version update | |
| Product release date | Second half of June 2021. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640*******order codes with base Firmware | Update firmware |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Client's special firmware versions or order codes with special firmware will not be updated to latest base firmware automatically. During the transition period clients might receive devices with previous Firmware version used in manufacture. | |
| Suggested implementation plan | If you are using special firmware version and would like an upgrade to new features of latest base firmware, please contact your Teltonika sales manager | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2021.05.18: New material and design changes on the device casing
We would like to inform you, that FMB640 device case will be updated in the factory on first half of June 2021.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description
| ||
Old version:  |
New version: | |
| Change reasons/Description | 1. New material unifies the device design across all platforms. 2. LED indentations improve Dust/Water resistance - LEDs are visible through thin layer of material. 3. New battery guard ensures battery placement during device transportation and usage. | |
| Product release date | First half of June 2021 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | New casing |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Small indentation on top of USB socket will allow you to identify the cases quicker  | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2021.03.01: Top Laser Printing Changes
We would like to inform you, that laser printing of the FMB640 device was updated in the factory on March 2021.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description | Top laser printing design changed | |
Old version:  |
New version:  | |
| Change reasons | 1. Updated Emark certificate number. 2. Added UKCA label. 3. Updated Teltonika brand to Teltonika Telematics. | |
| Product release date | March 2021 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | New casing |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Due to changes in device appearance we strongly recommend to contact your customs agent with our change log information, to avoid any unexpected delays in customs clearance process | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2020.11.24: GNSS antenna changes
We would like to inform you about the GNSS antenna changes for FMB640 starting from late December 2020 - early January 2021.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Mechanical part changes | |
| Detailed description | ||
Old version: 
|
New version: 
| |
| Change reasons | According to technical comparison new antenna is better by next parameters: center frequency, bandwidth, consumption. Other parameters are the same. Moreover, the new antenna is thinner, which gives the opportunity to mount it, where it was not possible before and makes installation easier. | |
| Product release date | Late December 2020 - Early January 2021 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640*******order codes | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | No implementation plan needed | |
2020.10.26: Base firmware update
We would like to inform you about the base firmware update for FMB640 starting from October 26th, 2020. New production firmware version will be 01.00.05.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Firmware update | |
| Detailed description | Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMB640_firmware_errata | |
| Old version: FMB640 00.03.79 |
New version: FMB640 01.00.05 | |
| Change reasons | FMB640 base firmware version update | |
| Product release date | 2020 October 26th. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640*******order codes with base Firmware | Update firmware |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Client's special firmware versions or order codes with special firmware will not be updated to latest base firmware automatically | |
| Suggested implementation plan | If you are using special firmware version and would like an upgrade to new features of latest base firmware, please contact your Teltonika sales manager | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2020.08.10: Base firmware update
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Firmware update | |
| Detailed description | Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMB640_firmware_errata | |
| Old version: FMB640 00.03.65 |
New version: FMB640 00.03.79 | |
| Change reasons | FMB640 base firmware version update | |
| Product release date | 2020 August 10th. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640*******order codes with base Firmware | Update firmware |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Client's special firmware versions or order codes with special firmware will not be updated to latest base firmware automatically | |
| Suggested implementation plan | If you are using special firmware version and would like an upgrade to new features of latest base firmware, please contact your Teltonika sales manager | |
2019.10.18: New FMB640 case design / Top Marking Changes
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| External/visual | Packaging | |
| Detailed description | New case design. Device marking changed from tampography to laser printing. Information provided on module will remain the same. | |
Old version:  |
New version:  Dimensions: 104.5 (L) x 71.6 (W) x 27.3 (H) mm | |
| Change reasons | New case design as other FMB series devices to fit corporate design and make it more ergonomic, smaller in dimensions.
| |
| Product release date | Planned date: 2020 First part of January | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640****** | No changes |
You can already order a sample with a new case and laser printing by order code: FMB6403BFE01. (Max quantity of samples per order 2pcs )
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Risk assessment for devices management required | |
| Suggested implementation plan | No implementation plan needed | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.
2019.07.22: new no brand Eco friendly boxes
Effective from 1Q of the year 2020, FMB640 trackers with no brand packaging will be shipped with a new no brand eco-friendly box.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Packaging | |
| Detailed description | Improved and more environmentally friendly packaging box | |
Old single packaging version:  Dimensions: 177 (W) x 145 (D) x 64 (H) |
New single packaging version:  Dimensions: 173 (W) x 148 (D) x 71 (H) | |
| Change reasons | The new box is better for the environment | |
| Product release date | Devices with new packaging will be released in manufacturing from 1Q of year 2020 with 2 months of transition period. Over this period devices with white packaging can be delivered as well as devices with the new eco boxes. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640, FM6300. | FMB640******, FM6300******. | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Due to the new look of boxes we strongly recommend to update your marketing materials. Because of the new color of the packaging box, if necessary, update your branding materials (stickers, logo layouts). | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
2019.06.14: Device module information display changes
We would like to inform you, that the information display on device module TM2500 will be updated in the factory from July 2019.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description | Information display on TM2500 module will change from sticker to laser print. Information provided on module will remain the same. | |
Old Version:  |
New Version:  | |
| Change reasons | Laser printing will increase reliability, speed, and will reduce paper waste. | |
| Product release date | Devices with new module marking will be released in manufacturing from July with 2 months of transition period. Over this period devices with sticker can be delivered as well as devices with laser print. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB001, FMB010, FMB100, FMB110, FMB120, FMB122, FMB125, FMB202, FMB204, FMB900, FMB920, FMB964, FMT100, FMB640, FMB130, MTB100, TMT250, GH5200. | FMB001******, FMB010******, FMB100******, FMB110******, FMB120******, FMB122******, FMB125******, FMB202******, FMB204******, FMB900******, FMB920******, FMB964******, FMT100******, FMB640******, TMT250******, FMB130******, MTB100******, GH5200******. | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | The change will not affect clients. All the module characteristics will remain unchanged. The only sticker on module will be changed to laser print. The displayed information will remain the same. | |
| Suggested implementation plan. | Due to changes in device appearance we strongly recommend to contact your customs agent with our change log information, to avoid any unexpected delays in the customs clearance process. | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.
2019.04.10: IMEI/SN display on device Changes
We would like to inform you, that IMEI/SN info display on the FMB640 device will be updated in the factory from June 2019.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description | IMEI/SN info on device display change from barcode to QR | |
Old Version:  |
New Version:  | |
This change will not affect device packing and logistic lists. It will remain as barcode.  | ||
| Change reasons | QR format will increase reliability and minimize error rate, because of the error correction feature and improved reading in low contrast. | |
| Product release date | Devices with new QR Code format will be released in manufacturing from June with 2 months of transition period. Over this period devices with barcode can be delivered as well as devices with QR code. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640****** | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | Risk assessment for devices management required | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Due to changes in device information display we strongly recommend to check, and prepare your tools to read QR codes. | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here
2019.03.04: Top Tampography Changes
We would like to inform you, that tampography of the FMB640 device was updated in the factory on the 4th of March.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | External/visual | |
| Detailed description | Top tampography design changed | |
Old Version:  |
New Version:  | |
| Change reasons | 1. Updated Teltonika address to Saltoniskiu st. 9B-1 2. Added WEEE label. (WEEE - Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment) | |
| Product release date | Updated tampography will be used from the time when the stock will be sold all leftovers. | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Due to changes in device appearance we strongly recommend to contact your customs agent with our change log information, to avoid any unexpected delays in customs clearance process. | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.
2019.01.18: New eco friendly box
Effective January 2019, week 4, FMB640 trackers will be packed with a new eco-friendly box.
| Change description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Change type | Packaging | |
| Detailed description | Improved and more environmentally friendly packaging box | |
Old version:  |
New version:  | |
| Change reasons | The new box is better for the environment | |
| Product release date | January 2019, week 4 | |
| Affected products | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Affected order codes | Order code changes |
| FMB640 | FMB640******* | No changes |
| Change impact | ||
|---|---|---|
| Risk assessment | No risk factors encountered with this change | |
| Suggested implementation plan | Due to changes in device appearance we strongly recommend to contact your customs agent with our change log information, to avoid any unexpected delays in customs clearance process. | |
| Acknowledgement of PCN receipt | ||
|---|---|---|
| If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification - Teltonika may accept that this change has been tacitly accepted and can implement the change as indicated above |
To download the pdf version of this notification, click here.