FMM230 Product Change Notifications

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Product 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 FMM230 tracking device. Below you will find a list of both upcoming and already implemented changes sorted from newest to oldest (top to bottom).

2024.10.03: PCB changes

We would like to inform you that starting from January, 2025, there will be changes in the PCB's modification of our FMM230 devices. These changes affect FMM130, FMM230 and FMM125 devices.

Change description
Change type Mechanical part changes
Detailed description Change of mechanical components within PCB:
  1. Replaced the LIS3DH accelerometer on the bottom layer with an LIS2DH12 on a neighbouring footprint. Additionally, the accompanying capacitors and resistors were replaced.
  2. The top layer remains unchanged.
Old Version:
PCBOLD FMM130 2024.10.04.png
PCBOLD1 FMM130 2024.10.04.png
New Version:
PCBNEW FMM130 2024.10.04.png
PCBNEW1 FMM130 2024.10.04.png
Change reasons The PCB shape in the afore-mentioned devices is updated to streamline the manufacturing process, making it more efficient.
Product release date January, 2025
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230******* order codes PCB's mechanical part 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 tactically accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2024.07.29: PCB changes

We would like to inform you that starting from August, 2024, there will be changes in the PCB's modification of our FMM230 devices. These changes affect FMM130, FMM230 and FMM125 devices.

Change description
Change type Mechanical part changes
Detailed description Change of mechanical components within PCB.
Old Version:
FMM130 OLD 4.1.png
FMM130 OLD 4.1 BOT.png
New Version:
FMM130 NEW 8.3.png
FMM130 NEW 8.3 BOT.png
Change reasons
  1. FMU differences
  2. Modem position moved
  3. New BT antenna
  4. Modem USB test points moved
  5. Added QR code on top side of PCB
  6. DOUT changed to discrete
  7. Electrolytic caps changed to ceramics
  8. Added battery TP
  9. Changed fuse footprint
  10. Removed external GNSS antenna cutout
Product release date August, 2024
Affected products
Model Affected order codes: FMM230******* order codes Affected order codes: FMM230******* order codes
FMM230 PCB's mechanical part changes PCB's mechanical part 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.

Suggested implementation plan If no feedback is received within two weeks after the issue date of this notification – Teltonika may accept that this change has tactically accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2024.05.13: Base firmware update

We would like to inform you about the base firmware update for FMM230 starting from June, 2024. New production firmware version will be 03.29.00.Rev.18

Change description
Change type Firmware update
Detailed description Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: FMM230 firmware errata
Old version:
03.29.00.Rev.13
New version:
03.29.00.Rev.18
Change reasons FMM230 base firmware version update for modifications with BG95-M3 module
Product release date 2024 June
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230LN**** with 03.29.00.Rev.13 firmware

FMM23094**** with 03.29.00.Rev.13 firmware

New firmware version
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.


2024.01.22: Modified battery placement within the casing

We would like to inform you that starting from January 2024, there will be a small change in the FMM230 devices casing. We have adjusted the battery placement and increased PCB guide height within casing. This modification was essential to enhance our manufacturing process.

Change description
Change type Optimizing robotic battery placement process within casing
Detailed description The modifications will not impact the place of the battery or PCB within the FMM230 device.
Old Version:
FMX - OLD.jpg
New Version:
FMX - NEW.jpg
FMX - NEW 2.jpg
Change reasons
  1. Modified battery placement within the casing.
  2. PCB guide height increased for easier assembly.
  3. Improved manufacturing process.
Product release date January, 2024
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230 all codes Modified battery placement and PCB guide height within the casing.
Change impact
Risk assessment During transition period clients might receive devices with previous casing design. The transition period can last from January to February inclusive.
Suggested implementation plan No implementation plan is 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 tactically accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2024.01.26: Base firmware update

We would like to inform you about the base firmware update for FMM230 starting from January 26th, 2024. New production firmware version will be 03.29.00.Rev.14

Change description
Change type Firmware update
Detailed description Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: FMM230_firmware_errata
Old version:

FMM230 03.27.13.Rev.03

New version:

FMM230 03.29.00.Rev.14

Change reasons FMM230 base firmware version update
Product release date 2024 January
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230******* 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

2023.12.13: Certification Engraving Update

Change description
Change type Internal
Detailed description The specifications of laser engraving devices have undergone modifications subsequent to their certification by Anatel and Bluetooth® SIG, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards. These changes affect FMM130-QG5 and FMM230-Q3IB0 devices.
Old laser engraving:
FMM230 OLD OLD.png
New laser engraving:
FMM230 NEW BT.png
Change reasons The devices have received approval from both Anatel certification and compliance with the Bluetooth® SIG standard. These changes affect FMM130-QG5 and FMM230-Q3IB0 devices.
Release date December, 2023
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230-Q3IB0 Updated laser engraving.
Change impact
Risk assessment During the transition period clients might receive devices with old laser engraving.
Suggested implementation plan No implementation plan is 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 tactically accepted and can implement the change as indicated above.

2022.09.19: Base firmware update

We would like to inform you about the base firmware update for FMM230 starting from October 1st, 2022. New production firmware version will be 03.27.13.Rev.03

Change description
Change type Firmware update
Detailed description Key improvements from last production firmware are listed in errata: https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/FMM230_firmware_errata
Old version:
FMM230 03.27.12.Rev.00
New version:
FMM230 03.27.13.Rev.03
Change reasons FMM230 base firmware version update
Product release date 2022 October
Affected products
Model Affected order codes Order code changes
FMM230 FMM230******* 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.