User Manual

Turning Position into Knowledge
SM
22 June 2004
SkyBitz, Inc. Rev A
22 June 2004
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1.0 Introduction
The SkyBitz Mobile Terminal (MT) can transmit and receive messages through the
SkyBitz network. Its integrated design includes a software-based radio, antennas, and
lithium battery pack in one single rugged, environmentally tested package. The SkyBitz
Mobile Terminal is the only satellite-based device on the market that enables information
and tracking services without using an embedded GPS chipset. That means you get all the
benefits of GPS navigation without the high battery consumption and imposing up-front
hardware costs.
SkyBitz designed the MT based on its proprietary and patented Global Locating System
(GLS). GLS offers uncompromising precision without an embedded GPS receiver
(average accuracy is 12 meters). Due to the simple radio design, the low maintenance MT
extends battery life for years beyond GPS-based tracking products. The flexible MT
design also accommodates a suite of sensors and transmits and receives coded and
alphanumeric messages.
Powered by an internal "AA" lithium battery pack, the self-contained Mobile Terminal is
attached to the outside of the trailer using the Mounting Bracket, which eliminates the
need to cut a hole in the trailer roof. For total asset visibility and control, the Mobile
Terminal can be controlled and monitored through the SkyBitz Customer InSight web
application giving you the tools necessary to drive operational efficiency.