Specifications

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SHADOW TRACKER JR., J2, PRO AND PERFORMER
Connecting Power
The Shadow Tracker Tracking Unit must remain connected to a continuous power supply during
vehicle movement for accurate GPS collection and storage. The battery on the vehicle serves as the
power source for the Tracking Unit. However, if a Unit is left on for an extended period in which
the vehicle is not running, the Unit may drain the vehicle battery to the point that the vehicle cannot
be started.
DC Power Adapter
To connect the DC power adapter:
Shadow Tracker Jr., Pro, Performer
1 Plug the DC Power Adapter into a 12-volt power port or cigarette lighter socket in the
vehicle.
2 Plug the other end into the power connection labeled
, located on the side of the
Tracking Unit. The LED on the front of the Unit will turn
RED.
Shadow Tracker j2
1 Plug the DC Power Adapter into a 12-volt power port or cigarette lighter socket in the
vehicle.
2 Plug the other end into the power connection labeled P.I.”, located on the back of the
Tracking Unit. The LED on the front of the Unit will turn RED.
I
MPORTANT: The Unit should only be connected to a ‘12-volt center positive’ power port. Damage
to the Unit will result if connected to a reversed polarity or higher voltage outlet. If you are unsure
whether the power outlet is ‘12-volt center positive’, do not connect the Shadow Tracker Unit at
this time. Refer to the vehicle’s owner manual or have the outlet checked by a local automotive
electronics expert before making the connection.
N
OTE: If the Unit does not successfully power up, refer to the trouble shooting section of the help
files. The Unit’s power cable should be unplugged when left for extended periods of time.
Shadow Tracker Pro Ignition Cable
The Shadow Tracker Pro Tracking Unit is equipped with an ignition sensor, which enables the
recording of a vehicle’s ignition activity. As an added feature, GPS data recording occurs only
when the vehicles ignition is turned on.