SilverCloud® Sync User Guide Real-Time GPS Tracking System 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.! ABOUT THIS GUIDE ...........................................................................................................................!3 ! 1.1! THANK YOU .............................................................................................................................!3 ! 1.2! CONTACT INFORMATION .......................................................................................................!3 2.! KEY FEATURES ....................................................
1. About this Guide! ! ! ! ! ! ! 1.1! Thank You First of all, we at LandAirSea Systems want to thank you for purchasing the SilverCloud® Sync Real-Time GPS Tracking System with On-Board Diagnostics. The SilverCloud® Sync incorporates a powerful internal GPS and cellular module capable of transmitting location updates as fast as once every 3 seconds. This features makes it one of the fastest real-time GPS tracking devices on the market today.
2. Key Features! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 2.1! Environment • The SilverCloud® Online mapping software can be used on any PC or Macintosh with a high speed internet connection and an internet browser. The interface is compatible with all web-browsers, including Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Internet Explorer.
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3. Activating The SilverCloud® Sync! ! ! In order to activate your SilverCloud® Sync, please go to www.landairsea.com and click on the online activation link, which is located near the upper right of the home page. This online form needs to be completed in full. Incomplete or missing information may delay the activation process. The credit card on file will be billed automatically each month. Upon completing the activation form, the user will be charged the $ 29.
4. Installing the SilverCloud® Sync! ! ! 4.1! Installing the SilverCloud® Sync System Users will need to activate (Section 3) their SilverCloud® Sync unit(s) first before starting the system. Users will also need to install the Google Earth® plugin on their computer (PC and/or Mac). The Google Earth plugin will allow users to access the functionalities of Google Earth without having to install the full application. To download and install the plugin, go to: www.earth.google.com/plugin.
NOTE: The micro USB (2.0) connector is intended for troubleshooting and cannot be used to charge the device. NOTE: The SilverCloud® Sync is NOT waterproof or water resistant device. Please ensure that the device is kept free from excessive dust and moisture.
4.2! Starting the System After the activating and installing the device, users will be able to track and monitor their vehicles from their desired computer, smartphone or mobile tablet with high-speed internet access with their preferred internet browser (Google Chrome or Safari is recommended). To access the online system, open the browser to the following website: http://www.landairsea.com/silvercloud Once the SilverCloud® home page loads, users will need to type in their username and password.
4.3 Logging Out of the System To log out of the online mapping system, click on the LandAirSea logo located on the top left corner of the page to access the main menu. Once the main menu appears, select “Logout” located at the bottom of the menu. Once the user is logged out, the browser will automatically load to LandAirSea’s home page (www.landairsea.com). 4.
5. Step-By-Step Instructions! ! ! ! ! 5.1! The SilverCloud® Sync Control Panel Once the SilverCloud online mapping interface loads, the Control Panel will automatically appear on the upper left corner of the screen. From the Control Panel, users will be able to: • Select preferred view: A. Displays Road Map B. Displays Aerial View C. Displays 3-D View • Select which vehicle(s) they want to view on the map or select multiple vehicles based created groups (creating groups covered in next section).
5.3! The SilverCloud® Sync Main Menu Selections This section will help users navigate through the individual selections found on the Main Menu. ! 5.3.1! Historical Playback ! To view Historical Data: 1. Select Historical Playback from the Main Menu. 2. Select a vehicle from the drop down menu if you are viewing multiple vehicles. 3. Choose the Selected Timeframe that you want to view to specify a desired timeframe. 4. Select 3D Tour to view the playback in a 3D viewing window. 5.
! 5.3.2! Device Editor ! From the Device Editor window users will be able to create a name label and choose an ! ! icon for their vehicle(s), as well as set speed and low battery alarm notifications, which can be sent to an email address and/or cell phone via text message (SMS). 1. To edit device name, choose the vehicle from the Device dropdown menu. 2. Designate a name for vehicle(s) in the Label field. If a group has been created, choose that group in the group field. 3.
3. Choose whether the region is to be defined by an Oval or Rectangle, and then designate a desired color (red, yellow, blue, green, etc.). 4. Give the region a name by inserting the chosen name in the Name field. 5. Specify which unit or vehicle to designate for the alerts from the Device dropdown menu. 6. Define the time span for which the notifications will be sent in Start Time and End Time. 7.
! 5.3.5! Setting Proximity Alerts ! Users will be able to set up Proximity Alerts, which will automatically send an email and/or ! text message (SMS) notification when a vehicle approaches a designated street address. ! To create a Proximity Alert: 1. Select SilverCloud Alerts from the Main Menu, and then select the Proximity Alerts option, which will open a Alerts window. 2. Select a vehicle from the Device field. 3.
2. Select the From an Address box to route from an address or From a Vehicle box to route directions from a vehicle. If routing from an address, type in the desired address in the field, or select a desired vehicle from the dropdown menu. 3. Afterwards, select the To an Address box to route from an address or To a Vehicle box to route directions from a vehicle. If routing to an address, type in the desired address in the field, or select a desired vehicle from the dropdown menu. 4.
5.4! SilverCloud® Sync ShareSpot® Feature The patent-pending ShareSpot® is one of the innovative features offered by LandAirSea’s realtime GPS tracking systems. With the ShareSpot®, users of the SilverCloud and SilverCloud Sync will be able to share their precise GPS location online in real-time. The shared online mapping window not only shows where the vehicle is, it also shows where it’s going and how fast it’s traveling.
5.5! Program Settings The SilverCloud online interface also offers the user complete account control. The Program Settings management screen allows users to change their password when necessary for added security. In this section, users will also have the ability change their email address and set the desired timezone. ****Sub Account: For Security Reasons, Sub Accounts have been disabled. If users would like to enable Sub Account options, please contact LandAirSea.
6. Reports! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! 6.1! Generating Reports From the Reports Screen, the user will have the ability to generate a number of detailed historical reports, which can then be viewed in a browser or Adobe PDF format. The reports can then be printed out for offline viewing or for filing/accounting purposes. To generate a Report: 1. Select Report Center from the Main Menu, which will then open a new window. 2. Select the Create HTML box to view the report from a web browser. 3.
6.2! Report Types ! 6.2.1 Current Status Report ! The Current Status Report displays the most current status of the vehicle(s), including ! battery life, speed, last reported data point and last reported location. ! 6.2.2 Activity Summary Report ! ! The Activity Summary Report is a quick view of total daily mileage, travel time (runtime) and stops for the selected time period. Data is displayed on a Graph and on a Spreadsheet. ! 6.2.
! 6.2.5 Stops and Mileage Report ! The Stops and Mileage Report is displayed in a spreadsheet format with Date/Time, Stop ! Description, Distance and Location columns. • • • Description column displays the length of the stop. Distance column displays the distance traveled to the current stop from the last stop. Location displays a hyperlink street address that corresponds to latitude and longitude point. The location can be viewed in Google Maps by clicking the address. 6.2.
7. Geolocation - How addresses are defined! Addresses for any GPS device are derived from a process called Reverse Geocoding. The device tracks a latitude and longitude geographic location and then derives an address based upon a database of addresses compiled by the government. The geographical coordinate is then mapped to the nearest known address. The nearest known address is an important concept here.
8. Specifications! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! SilverCloud Specifications SilverCloud® Sync Specifications Dimensions 2.28”WWx x2.18” 1.8” 3.90”LLx x1.08” 0.90”HH Operating Temperature -40ºC to +75ºC -30ºC +85ºC (-22ºF (-40ºF to +158ºF) +185ºF) Power Source 9 - 16 3.
