GEOPOINT BOX P E R S O N A L T R A C K E R User Guide
GEOPOINT BOX P E R S O N A L T R A C K E R User Guide July Edition 2009
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Contents Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................... 5 General Information................................................................................................................................. 6 Preliminary Procedures .......................................................................................................................... 8 Inserting the SIM Card ...........................
Setup by MyTrack Software ................................................................................................................ 26 Power Save Mode........................................................................................................................... 26 Alarm SMS ........................................................................................................................................ 29 Position Data Recording ......................................................
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Please read the following safety instructions carefully. Not following them may be dangerous and/or illegal. For further details, please read carefully the user manual complete version contained in the enclosed CD ROM. • Do not switch the device on when prohibited or whenever it could cause any interference or danger. • Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free to operate the vehicle while driving. Your first consideration while driving should be road safety.
General Information General Information The tracker is a portable device able to transmit its geographical location to a mobile phone or PC in realtime and to send SOS messages in case of an emergency. Moreover, the detected data can be recorded for further analysis. The tracker is available in two different versions: • LCD: GPS tracker with display, phone and 2MB data storage memory. • BOX: GPS tracker without display, without vocal communication and with 512kB data storage memory.
General Information ON/OFF BUZZER YELLOW LED (GPS) GREEN LED (GSM) RED LED (BATTERY) SOS KEY USB DC IN 7
Preliminary Procedures Preliminary Procedures Inserting the SIM Card In case of a SIM card: • prepaid: the communication between the tracker and the provided software is made exclusively by SMS text or GPRS network. • with subscription: the communication between the tracker and the provided software is made by SMS text, GPRS network or also sending/receiving data (only if the data number has been activated by the network provider).
Preliminary Procedures How to Charge the Battery Before using the tracker for the first time, the battery must be completely charged. Before charging, check that the network electrical supply corresponds to that of the battery charger. Do not exceed the network voltage indicated on the battery charger.
Safety Use of the Instructions Tracker Use of the Tracker LED Indicators The LED indicators on the front part of the device shows the status of the main functions of the tracker. At tracker switching on/off, the 3 LEDs will light up together at the same time for 1 second and an acoustic signal will be emitted. GPS Signal • OFF T tracker off or GPS receiver off • ON T waiting GPS signal • blinks every sec. T poor signal level (2D FIX) • blinks every 4 sec.
Safety Use ofInstructions the Tracker Tracker Function Description Refer to SOS key the tracker sends an alarm message chapter Use of the Tracker Position Request the tracker sends an SMS containing its position to the phone number which requested this data chapter Tracker Management by SMS Automatic Position Sending the tracker sends automatically its position by SMS or by GPRS connection chapter Tracker Management by SMS Position Data Recording the tracker records its position data to review
Safety Use of the Instructions Tracker SOS Key By pressing the SOS key for at least 2 seconds, for 5 consecutive times every minute, an SMS message is immediately sent to the preset phone numbers (max. of 4 phone numbers). This message also contains the current data on the location, if the GPS signal has been revealed. If there is no GPS signal coverage, the last position data will be sent.
Safety Use ofInstructions the Tracker Position Data and Events Recording The tracker allows to record: • the detected events automatically without setting the recording • the position data to review the track afterwords, if the recording was previously set The tracker can records approx. 14,800 position points and approx. 1,900 events. When an event occurs, the tracker detects it and start to record in the Event LOG.
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS Tracker Management by SMS Position Request It is possible to ask for the tracker position by means of an SMS command. After receiving the SMS command, the tracker sends a message containing the position data to the phone number which sent the command. To know the tracker position in real time, send the following command: rpos For further details, refer to the paragraph Reading and Writing SMS Commands.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS CYCLIC GPRS CONNECTION The cyclic GPRS connection allows to connect the tracker automatically at a programmed rate for the continuous position updating. At the programmed rate, the tracker will be connected only for the time needed for sending the position point. This function is very useful if combined with the I-Scout web server as it allows to display the detected positions by every station connected to internet.
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS Example of the SMS message displayed on the mobile phone, when the tracker enters the area GEO,ID:GLORIA,ANCHOR ENTER,POS:45g37.9481N,008g28.9992E,ALT:0218m,07/04/10,10:09 Example of the SMS message displayed on the mobile phone, when the tracker exits the area GEO,ID:GLORIA,ANCHOR EXIT,POS:45g37.9481N,008g28.9992E,ALT:0218m,07/04/10,10:09 The SMS message structure of the Anchor function is described here below: GEO ID:−−−−−− ANCHOR ENTER POS:−−−−−.−−−−−,−−−−−.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS Example of SMS message displayed on the mobile phone, when the tracker enters the area GEO,ID:GLORIA,GEOFENCE ENTER,POS:45g37.9481N,008g28.9992E,ALT:0218m,07/04/10,10:09 Example of the SMS message displayed on the mobile phone, when the tracker exits the area GEO,ID:GLORIA,GEOFENCE EXIT,POS:45g37.9481N,008g28.9992E,ALT:0218m,07/04/10,10:09 The SMS message structure of the Geofence function is described here below: GEO ID:−−−−−− GEOFENCE ENTER POS:−−−−−.
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS This function can only be programmed by means of the provided software.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS The SMS message structure of the Alarm SMS function is described here below: GEO ID:−−−−−− LOW BATTERY −−/−−/−− −−:−− Tracker type. Tracker name preset by the user through the provided software. Alarm message. Event date and time (yy/mm/dd hh:mm). Reading and Writing SMS Commands The SMS commands allows to set or read some tracker settings. These messages can be sent by a mobile phone or by a GSM device able to send/receive SMS (i.e. a GSM modem).
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS Reading Commands Command rpos Meaning and Values Read instantaneous GPS position data. The tracker can reply in 3 different ways: A) POS: = GPS position in real time. B) LAST POS: = no GPS signal. The reply message contains the last detected GPS data. C) POS: NO GPS DATA = from the tracker switching on, the GPS signal has not been detected.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS Command rms rgf ranc Meaning and Values Example Read the accelerometer setup values. [sensitivity: 00=disabled sensor, 01=maximum, 10=minimum] [timeout: 01÷99 minutes] Command: Reply: Read the Geofence setup. [status: 0=disabled, 1=enabled] [LAT1,LONG1,LAT2,LONG2=latitude and longitude of the 2 points which define the Geofence area] Command: rgf Reply: rgf=1,45g37.7981N,008g28.8012E, 41g37.8971N,012g28.8012E Read the Anchor setup.
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS Writing Commands Command wposc Meaning and Values Set the cyclic position SMS in text format and the relevant power save mode. [enabling: 0=disable, 1=enable] [rate: 01÷99 minutes] [power save mode: 0=disable, 1=enable] NOTE: the power save mode works only with SMS rate 5 minutes. Never set like this: wposc=0,xx,1 NOTE: to enable or disable only the cyclic position SMS, send the wposc command with the first field only.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS Command wgf Meaning and Values Set the Geofence. [status: 0=disable, 1=enable] [LAT1,LONG1,LAT2,LONG2=latitude and longitude for the 2 points defining the Geofence area] NOTE: to enable or disable the Geofence function without setting the area, sent the wgf command with the first field only. Example Case A Command: wgf=1,45g37.7981N,008g28.8012E, 41g37.8971N,012g28.8012E Reply: wgf=1,45g37.7981N,008g28.8012E, 41g37.8971N,012g28.
Safety Instructions Tracker Management by SMS Command wanc Meaning and Values Set the Anchor. [enabling: 0=disable, 1=enable] [radius: 0050, 0100, 0200, 0300, 0500, 0700, 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 4000 m; default radius: 0100] NOTE: to set the tracker current position as area center point, send the complete wanc command, containing both enabling and radius fields (e.g. wanc=1,0100). NOTE: to enable or disable the Anchor function without setting the radius, send the wanc command with the first field only.
Tracker Management Safety Instructions by SMS Command wgprs Meaning and Values Set the GPRS parameters and start the continuous GPRS connection. [setup: 0=set the GPRS parameters without starting the connection, 1=connect with the new parameters (IP, PORT), 2=connect with the parameters previously preset] [parameters: IP=host IP address, PORT=TCP port] NOTE: the IP and PORT parameters should be written between commas.
Safetyby Setup Instructions MyTrack Software Setup by MyTrack Software MYTRACK SETUP OPEN INCREASE THE GEOPOINT SETUP PRINT PAN ZOOM BAR CONNECT PAGE SETUP INFORMATION PLAY FOLLOW ZOOM REWIND STOP HELP RECORDING SPEED RECORDING SPEED LAST FIRST BAR TO SCROLL THE RECORDING ADDRESS BOOK DISCONNECT CENTER PAUSE FORWARD DECREASE THE RECORDING SPEED Power Save Mode The Power Save Mode allows for optimal management of the battery tracker.
Setup bySafety MyTrack Instructions Software WITH CYCLIC POSITION SMS OFF ON CYCLIC POSITION SMS SENDING OFF SMS SENT Before using this mode, enable and set the Cyclic Position SMS function with SMS rate 5 minutes. During the automatic switching on, if the tracker is connected by the provided software, the automatic switching off will be carried out after position SMS sending, after carrying out all the preset operations and 2 minutes after tracker disconnection.
Safetyby Setup Instructions MyTrack Software To a set a Power Save Mode, connect the tracker to the provided software and access the setup window by selecting Setup from Remote Unit menu.
Setup bySafety MyTrack Instructions Software Alarm SMS To enable/disable the Alarm SMS and set the phone number, connect the tracker to the provided software and access the setup window by selecting Setup from Remote Unit menu.
Safetyby Setup Instructions MyTrack Software Position Data Recording To set a data position recording, connect the tracker to the provided software and access the setup window by selecting Setup from Remote Unit menu.
Setup bySafety MyTrack Instructions Software Update of the Tracker Firmware Version To update the tracker, connect the tracker to the provided software and access the info window by selecting Info from Remote Unit menu. A new window is opened for update file selection The 3 LEDs remain continuously ON during tracker firmware update. Wait until the update is completed, this occurs when the tracker is turned off.
Safety Instructions Maintenance Maintenance The tracker and relevant accessories must be handled with care. Read the following instructions carefully. • Clean the tracker with a soft cloth, avoiding the use of corosive chemical products, solvents or aggressive detergents. • Do not paint the tracker. • Do not swallow the accessories or small components of the tracker. • Avoid blows to the tracker which could internally damage the product.
Safety Technical Instructions Features Technical Features GPS receiver: GSM frequencies: Data memory: Porta di comunicazione: Sensor: Dimension/Weight: Battery: Battery charger: Car charger: Conformity: SiRFstarIII - 20 channels 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz 512kB non-volatile FLASH no.1 USB no.
Safety Instructions Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty This warranty does not limit the user’s (statutory) rights under applicable national laws relating to the sale of consumer products. During the warranty period, the Manufacturer or Manufacturer authorized service company will in a commercially reasonable time remedy defects in materials, design and workmanship free of charge by repairing.
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