Operating Instructions GSM Alarm Device with GPS Tracking „GX111“ Item No.
Table of Contents ( Page 1. Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................4 2. Explanation of Symbols........................................................................................................................................4 3. Intended Use..................................................................................................................................
Page 5. Temperature Limits („TEMP“)...................................................................................................................27 6. Panic Alarm („S1“)....................................................................................................................................28 d) Additional Functions.....................................................................................................................................28 11. Location Determination.............
1. Introduction Dear Customer, thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. To maintain this status and to ensure safe operation, you as the user must observe these operating instructions! These operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important notes on commissioning and handling. Also consider this if you pass on the product to any third party.
3. Intended Use The product serves to monitor your property. It must not be used to monitor persons. Sensors for shock, position change, brightness measurement, and temperature measurement are built-in. The integrated GPS receiver serves precise determination of the position, GeoFence monitoring and tracking of position data. All functions can be controlled remotely by text message.
5. Safety Information The guarantee/warranty will expire if damage is incurred resulting from non-compliance with these operating instructions. We do not assume any liability for consequential damage! Nor do we assume any liability for damage to property or personal injury caused by improper use or failure to observe the safety information. The warranty/guarantee will expire in such cases! • For safety and approval reasons, unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the device are not permitted.
6. Notes on Rechargeable Batteries • Batteries do not belong in the hands of children. • Do not leave rechargeable batteries lying around openly. Children or pets may swallow them. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. • Leaking or damaged rechargeable batteries may cause caustic burns if they come into contact with skin. Therefore you should use suitable protective gloves for this. • Liquids leaking from rechargeable batteries are chemically highly aggressive.
7. General Information These operating instructions describe the function and operation at the time of printing (27 January 2014). Changes that serve product improvement can be performed by the manufacturer at any time. The most recent operating instructions will be provided on the associated product page on www.conrad.com in a timely manner. The GX111 has an update function. However, an update should only be performed to solve wrong behaviour. Every update process has risks (e.g.
b) Operating Mode The product is optimised for the longest battery life. This is achieved by targeted deactivation of the GSM-/GPSmodule („OFFLINE“ mode). For the product to continue to be available, the GSM module will wake up automatically after a specific time („ONLINE“ mode) and check whether there are any new text messages. The standard settings are 15 minutes for the „ONLINE“ mode and 1425 minutes for the „OFFLINE“ mode (15 +1425 = 1440 minutes = 24 h).
c) Alarm Mode There is the important alarm mode in parallel to and independent of the operating mode. This mode defines whether the GX111 is „armed“ as an alarm device and may send text message alarms when sensors are triggered and optionally issue an alarm sound. The conditions are as follows: ENABLE ALARM #1513 The alarm mode is switched on. DISABLE ALARM #1513 The alarm mode is switched off. Alarm mode on: This mode is entered via the command „ENABLE ALARM #“.
d) Housing/Operating Elements The GX111 has no further labels or LEDs on the outside because it is to be as unobtrusive and merge with its environment as well as possible. The figure shows the housing without the front cap.
2 USB-socket (charging rechargeable battery) The rechargeable battery of the GX111 is charged via the USB socket and an interface is provided for control/ configuration of the GX111. Permanent operation (power supply) via USB is possible as well. Connected to the PC, a driver is needed for the „virtual COM port“ so that the GX111 can be configured/controlled via USB and a firmware update performed. The required software and firmware files are available online at www. conrad.
8 „ERR“ LED (red) This LED is used as „Error“ LED and will inform of activities or errors according to the chapter on description of the error codes and LED flashing sequences. 9 „GPS“ LED (blue) This LED indicates activities of the GPS module. Also observe the chapter on description of the error codes and LED flashing sequences. 10 Screw connection The cover cap is attached here.
8. Commissioning - First Steps The following is needed for operation and configuration of the device: • A conventional mobile phone that permits insertion of a micro SIM card for configuration of the GX111. If your mobile phone is not equipped for use with a micro-SIM card, you will need the corresponding adapter.
b) Changing the PIN Code to „1513“ Every SIM card has a PIN code. Because this GSM product uses its own PIN processing for reasons of safety, the SIM card PIN code must be changed to that of the product. The following steps are required for this: • The micro SIM card intended for the product must be inserted in a mobile phone. If your mobile phone is not equipped for use with a micro-SIM card, you will need the corresponding adapter.
9. Configuration via Text Message To receive the full functional scope of the GX111, it must first be configured. The entire configuration is performed by simple text message commands you send to the GX111 (the phone number of the micro SIM card in the GX111) from your mobile phone. This method makes it possible to activate, deactivate or change the settings of the GX111 from anywhere. Alternatively, the GX111 can be configured via the USB interface using PC software (available via www.conrad.com).
„ACTION“ The „ACTION“ commands permit the following: SET = switch on / activate / configure RESET = switch off / deactivate / factory settings TEST = test / check / request ENABLE = activate the alarm system (only for the function „ALARM“) DISABLE = deactivate the alarm system (only for the function „ALARM“) Note on the „RESET“ command: If a function is to be switched off or reset due to an error, the corresponding „RESET“ action must be used with the corresponding function word! This action is uni
10. Functional Descriptions The following examples assume that the PIN is „1513“. The action „TEST“ ALWAYS contains answering with the correct parameters for the function and thus is not indicated. Several functions share one answer text message to use the maximum of a text message. The action „RESET“ is ALWAYS resetting of a function to the factory settings (all parameters). Deviations are indicated separately below.
b) General Configuration Commands This sub-chapter describes all general configuration commands. 1. Changing the PIN Code („PIN“) To secure the GX111 from unauthorised access, the standard PIN „1513“ may be set to any other value. The PIN code can be changed as follows: SET PIN # Example: Changing old PIN 1513 to new PIN 1234: SET PIN 1234 #1513 For every new text message command, the new PIN code now has to be appended (to stick with the example: 1234), preceded by a crosshatch (#).
3. Setting the Language (Function „LANGUAGE“) The GX111 sends alarm text messages in the German language. If the text messages are to be sent in the English language, send the following text message command to the GX111: SET LANGUAGE EN #1513 To receive the text message in German again, send the following text message command to the GX111: SET LANGUAGE DE #1513 4. Administration of the Phone Book (Functions „TEL“, „TEL1“,…) The GX111 can save up to 4 phone numbers.
After sending the command „SET TEL1....“, you will receive a text message answer with a list of saved phone numbers: GX111 1.xx TEL1: +49111… TEL2: +49222… TEL3: +49333… TEL3: +49444… Deleting the phone numbers saved To delete phone number 1 and 3, for example, you need to send two text messages: RESET TEL1 #1513 RESET TEL3 #1513 After sending the command „RESET TEL...“, you will receive a text message answer.
c) Configuration of the Sensors The GX111 has various sensors that can be used to trigger an alarm. The shock sensor reacts to mechanical shock, e.g. when an object drops down. The position sensor recognises inclinations/position changes and falling over of the object. The brightness sensor can record a change of brightness of the ambience lighting, e.g. opening of a drawer (the sensor also recognises UV and IR light).
2. Shock („SHOCK“) This sensor reacts to shock from any direction. An internal measured value is determined that is derived from the acceleration. Even movements and permanent accelerations below the threshold do not trigger alarm.
Description: The top line shows the „shock impulses“ above the set shock threshold „8/10“. Above it, it has been marked from when onwards which „SHOCK“ settings are valid. The middle line shows the „IDLE TIMER“ described in the chapter on the command „IDLEALARM“. The „IDLE TIMER“ defines the shortest distance between two text message alarms. This is particularly important for fast alarm sources that would otherwise cause many alarm messages to be sent before you can react (e.g.
3. Position Change („SLOPE“) The same sensor as for „SHOCK“ is able to determine the direction of gravity and thus define the current position of the GX111. If the GX111 changes its position (angle, not location!), this may be used to trigger an alarm. It is not important which axis the product turns around, but that each axis is looked at separately. Thus, a diagonal can lead to a higher total angle than permitted. This must be observed when determining the threshold. The axes run along the housing edges.
4. Brightness Change („LIGHT“) At the front, there is a brightness sensor that can be used to monitor light intensity. The following command measures the current ambience brightness and sets the next-higher (!) threshold as reference. When this (higher) threshold is exceeded, alarm is triggered. SET LIGHT #1513 The following command specifies the indicated ambience brightness threshold. When this threshold is exceeded, alarm is triggered.
5. Temperature Limits („TEMP“) The sensor is located on the PCB and thus only determines the temperature within the housing. Quick temperature changes thus cannot be recognised since the housing of the GX111 has to heat up or cool down first. You can set a MAX and MIN temperature value for the temperature sensor. If the MIN value is undercut or the MAX value exceeded, an alarm message is sent to all stored phone numbers. SET TEMP #1513 Upper threshold: max.
6. Panic Alarm („S1“) The button „S1“ at the side of the housing can trigger a panic alarm. To trigger the panic alarm, push the button „S1“ for 3 seconds. Activate panic alarm: SET S1 #1513 Deactivate panic alarm: RESET S1 #1513 The answer to this command can be delayed by up to 1 minute due to the GPS search. Immediate localisation is more important, since this documents the location of the incident.
11. Location Determination The GPS receiver can be used to determine the current GPS position. Furthermore, you can be informed when the GX111 leaves a pre-defined (permitted) area („GeoFence“). All functions in connection with position determination are explained below. First a few technical notes: Depending on receiver position in the GX111, sight connection to the sky and the weather situation, it may take up to 5 minutes until a GPS localisation can be performed.
b) Submission of a Web Link with GPS Position („GPSMAP“) A Smartphone with internet connection can be used to display the current position via a link to the website OpenStreetMap.org. This directly shows the current location. The command for this function is: TEST GPSMAP #1513 If the link is opened with a Smartphone, the current location will be displayed. An example for what this may look like is shown in the figure on the right. The linked-to OpenStreetMap.
d) Activate Position Tracking („TRACK“) „Tracking“ means regular saving of the current position, including time stamp, in the internal memory. The position is stored every 2 seconds. This cannot be changed. The number of saved points depends on the current memory utilisation; the current number can only be determined with the TEST command. At a later time, the values can be submitted to a PC by USB. The corresponding programme can be used to track the path over time.
Stopping recording: To stop recording of the tracking data, send the command: RESET TRACK #1513 The tracking data should be primarily downloaded via USB. Optionally, there is the operation of email dispatch as well. Email dispatch requires higher technical knowledge. For more detailed information, see the chapters on the commands „GPRS“, „SMTP“ and „TRACKDATA“. e) Programming the GPS Zone („GPSZONE“) The GX111 may be used for zone monitoring („GeoFence“).
The format of latitude and longitude must be indicated in the „NMEA-0183“ format. The following example shows the data input format: SET GPSZONE 4932.4457 N 01156.5208 E 4932.4101 N 01156.
12. Email Dispatch of the Tracking Data The GX111 is able to send the tracking data saved with the command TRACK by email. However, this requires advanced knowledge in the area of SMTP protocol, internet architecture, email configuration, etc. Problem server timeout, bad data connection, GPRS speed: The product has a GPRS module and thus a maximum upload data speed (from the GX111 to the Internet) of 53.6 kbit/s.
a) Configuration of the SMTP Access Data (SMTP) There is the option to have the tracking data sent via SMTP. For this, an email address, the SMTP server, the login name and the password of the email account must be indicated. SET SMTP #1513 Email address: max. 30 characters SMTP host: max. 30 characters Port: 25, 465, 587 Config: 0 = Normal, 1 = SSL, 2 = EHLO, 3 = SSL/EHLO Login name: max. 30 characters Password: max.
b) Configuration of the GPRS Access Data („GPRS“) Successful connection via GPRS requires configuration of the access data APN, user name and password. This configuration is only used to send tracking data via email. At the time of generation of these operating instructions, many GSM providers in Germany have admitted to not requiring any APN server settings and account data. You may need to research how this is implemented abroad via your provider.
c) Transmission of the Tracking Data („TRACKDATA“) The command TRACKDATA only works via text message if SMTP and GPRS have been set first. After receipt of this command, the GX111 will send an email via SMTP server with the tracking data as an attached file. The size of the file can be up to approx. 3.26 MByte. The tracking data are present in CSV format and prepared for further processing, e.g., in a spreadsheet programme (e.g. Microsoft Excel).
If a memory area that has not been filled yet is requested, an empty file is returned. Important! During the transmission time of the email, the GX111 will not accept any commands, no tracking data are saved and no alarm situations are recognised.
13. System Functions This chapter explains various important system functions. The basic settings of these system functions are usually already selected perfectly for most areas of application. Therefore, we recommend only adjusting these parameters in the respective application cases. If the GX111 has any malfunctions, reactivate the default settings first. Before contacting our hotline (see chapter 1), always ensure that the GX111 is in the standard configuration (factory settings) again.
b) Online/Offline Times of GSM („TIMEOUT“) Chapter 7. b) (operating mode) already explained the subject of „ONLINE“ and „OFFLINE“ mode. The command „TIMEOUT“ sets the times for „ONLINE“ and „OFFLINE“. In the current hardware/firmware version, the GX111 works with an accuracy of ±3% for the set time. The default setting for the „ONLINE“ mode is 15 minutes, to give you enough time to react. The default setting for „OFFLINE“ mode is 1425 minutes to save energy.
Time conduct of the GX111 with a triggering alarm: Online time: 15 minutes, offline time: 60 minutes The GX111 is in „OFFLINE“ mode (60 minutes). After the alarm was detected, the GX111 will switch to „ONLINE“ mode for 15 minutes. In these 15 minutes, the alarm text message is sent to all entered phone numbers before the device waits for the end of the 15 minutes. The GX111 switches back to „OFFLINE“ mode for the configured 60 minutes.
14. ERROR and LED Flashing Sequences a) „ERR“ LED The „ERR“ LED displays different error messages and „Busy“ signals. The messages are put out with a flashing code for better differentiation. This sequence is repeated. Additionally, there is the diagnosis mode in which the function of the „ERR“ LED is assumed. For more information, see chapter 10. c) on the command „DIAGNOSE“.
b) „GSM“ LED „GSM“ LED is not lit • The GX111 is not supplied with power. • The GX111 is in „OFFLINE“ mode. „GSM“ LED flashes quickly, LED on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds • Searching for GSM network. „GSM“ LED flashes slowly, LED on for 1 second, off for 1 second • The GX111 is logged on to the GSM network or the GPRS connection is active. c) „AKKU“ LED „AKKU“ LED is not lit • The rechargeable battery is fully charged or not being charged.
15. Reset to Default The factory settings are reset with the buttons „RESET“ and „S1“. Important! The PIN of the GX111 is reset to the default value #1513 in the reset. The PIN of the SIM card remains unchanged, however.
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