Tracker-007 GPS Tracking System User’s Manual HOLUX Technology, Inc. No. 1-1, Innovation Road 1, Science-Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan Phone : 886-3-6687000 E-Mail: info@holux.com.tw Fax : 886-3-6687111 Web: www.holux.com Version :0.
Revision History Revision Date Author Description 0.01 2008/12/01 Robert Lee Draft 0.02 2009/10/23 Jeffrey Huang Update info 0.03 2010/6/22 Felix Lien Update info Acronym EPO Extended Prediction Orbit, predicted ephemeris data specific for MTK chip solution. MDS Main Data Server, device will send position information to server through HTTP message MTK Mediatek Inc.
Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................4 1.1 2. BEFORE YOU GETTING STARTED ....................................................................................6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3. POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL FEE ..............................................................................................6 ABOUT GPS .....................................................................................
1. INTRODUCTION Tracker-007 is a multi-functional tracker. Combining with GPRS and high performance GPS, the device can be used to track and report device’s position and status to mobile phone through SMS or Main Data Server (MDS) through HTTP. The operation modes include continuous tracking and position lock (park). SOS buttons can be used to send emergency call. All configurations can be set through SMS or USB interface. The wireless communication includes UDP, TCP/IP, HTTP and SMS.
1.1 Parts names and Functions Park Key GPS Status (Blue LED) SOS, Press two keys simultaneously.
2. BEFORE YOU GETTING STARTED 2.1 Possible Additional Fee Position request and position response sent by SMS will be charged. Each zoom operation will be charged according to data quantity transferred. 2.2 About GPS GPS signals are incapable of penetrating solid objects that are non-transparent. The signals will be also affected by surface cover such as tall buildings, tunnels, elevated expressways, forests etc., or weather conditions such as overcast and rain.
set will be saved in non-volatile memory. • If the SIM card is not inserted or SIM card is invalid, position fix function will be disabled. • Google map installed in your cell phone will be downloaded by GPRS automatically when ezSpot is well installed. 2.5 Download Documents, Driver and Utility All related documents, driver and utility programs can be downloaded from the ezSpot server at http://ezspot.holux.com/Holux.
3. Installing SIM Card Slide the SIM card into SIM socket and lock the SIM socket.
Restore the bottom cover. The final assembly of Tracker-007. Secure the case by fastening the screws and inserting cap for water proof. Make sure that battery is fully charged before using this device.
3. CONFIGURING HOLUX TRACKER Holux provides a way (TrackerUser.exe) for end users to configure their tracker. Users can easily modify some of the simple settings for their devices, however if users want to modify some settings which are provided by this utility, please contact you distributor for help. The TrackerUser.exe is the user utility which enables users to fast configure Holux trackers.
3.1 Installing Device Driver for Virtual Comm Port Plug in 5-pin mini-USB cable. When connecting the device first time, OS will request to install the virtual COMM port driver. Please choose Win2XMcom.inf for Windows XP and Win2XMcom.inf for Windows Vista. A new MODEM device in device manager will appear after installation. Check Comm port number from Modem page.
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3.2 Starting Configuration 1. Open the tool CD and run TrackerUser.exe 2. The following screen appears. 3. Select “Connect”.
3.3 Setting Mobile Phone Numbers Enter the mobile phone numbers for the tracker to report its position to via short messages. Users can configure four sets (number 1 to 4) of caller mobile phone numbers. Only do the numbers set in the list receive returning message. If the phone number is left blank, the tracker will not return any message to any caller. Users need to specify the phone type in terms of OS for the mobile phone. Click the down arrow in the setting to select.
3.4 Setting Tracking Intervals User can set the tracking interval to determine the time interval for the tracker to receive GPS signal. The default tracking interval is “on demand”, which means the tracker will refresh its position only when users turn on GPS to request positioning. There are 3min、10min、30min、1 hour、6 hour、12 hour and 24 hour for selection to set the tracking interval.
3.5 Setting Google key User must set Google key to device for granting map from Google map service. This key may not be free according to Google’s rule. Holux does not guarantee the users can use this tool without valid Google key and Holux does not intend to provide such key. First you must have an URL; you can use your blog URL or others URL. You must have Google account, if you do not have any account, you can go to https://www.google.com/accounts/. Go to http://code.google.
3.6 Editing Messages Users can edit 10 outgoing messages and save them in the tracker. Outgoing messages can be sent to the mobile phone preset in the tracker. Outgoing messages will be listed according to their corresponding index numbers at left column.
3.7 Save and Exit Once the configuration is completed, click “Set to Device” to save the configuration to your tracker. Click “Close” to exit this dialogue.
4. BASIC OPERATION 4.1 Turn on Tracker Press the power key for more than 2 seconds to turn on the device. Green LED will flash every 4 seconds during the process. The device will try to attach during power on stage. It will take about 60 seconds to complete. 4.2 Turn off Tracker Press the power key for 2 seconds to turn off the device. 4.3 Position Lock (Park) Pressing park key for more than 2 seconds will activate the park mode. Green LED will blink every 2 seconds in park mode.
4.5 LED Indication Item 1 LED LED icon /color Power Indication Blinks every 4 seconds Battery is low Glows steadily Battery is recharging Glows steadily Battery is full Green Blinks every 4 seconds Device is functioning normally Green Blink every 0.5 second Device is powering off when battery is normal Amber Blink every 0.5 second Device is powering off when battery is low Green Blink 2 times rapidly every 2 seconds GSM function fails or SIM card is invalid when power is normal.
4.6 How to Track The Holux tracker can send its position (latitude and longitude data) to the mobile phones preset in the tracker via SMS (Short Message Service). Mobile phones requesting position get messages and read them to know the position of the device. 4.6.1 Requirements Before you start tracking, make sure: 1. Mobile phone numbers to receive tracking report have been pre-set into the tracker through the user utility TrackerUser.
Tracking by On-Demand Requests If the tracking interval is set to “On demand”, it means the tracker’s position can be acquired by active request from the pre-set mobile phones. The link with the position will be reported. If you do not have any Google Map Key, please contact your dealer.
Appendix A. Specifications Physical Characteristics 5-pin Mini-USB connector with USB virtual COM port Dimensions: 76 x 42.5 x 20 mm Weight: 69 g Keys: power and park key Operation temperature: -10 °C ~ 55 °C Storage temperature: -20 °C ~ 70 °C Operatiing humidity 5 ~ 90 % Waterproof: IPX6 System Renesas 32-bit RISC CPU Memory: 8 Mbytes NOR and 4 Mbytes SRAM Location log: 24,000 records.
FCC Regulations This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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