User's Manual

V3d Product Specification, Version 2.06
2.0 Product Overview
The GlobalTrak V3d enables location tracking and monitoring of containers in near real-time
over GSM and ORBCOMM. The V3d uses a magnetic door switch to constantly monitor the
door's status. When the door is opened, the junction in the magnetic relay is broken and an
alarm is immediately sent to the Information Management Bureau (IMB). Along with door open
alarms, the V3d sends periodic location reports using its internal GPS module. On request
polling can also be executed from the IMB. These reports are received at the IMB where they
are compared against stored routes. Using this method alarms can be programmed to alert the
operator when a shipment goes off route. All batteries needed to keep the V3d operational are
enclosed in the body of the main unit.
2.1 Feature List
The product is designed to monitor an intermodal sea container and report important sensory
events no matter its location. This is accomplished by equipping the V3d with the following
features:
a) Communications: The V3d can communicate bidirectionally over satellite and cellular
networks.
b) Sensor Suite: The V3d has sensors to send alarms in the event of unusual or
unexpected sound, light, door open, temperature or device tampering.
c) Simple Installation: There are only five components to install: the enclosure mounting
bracket, the enclosure itself, antenna, mount sensor and door switch.
d) Location Reporting: The on board GPS receiver calculates its position within a few
meters of accuracy.
e) Industrial Grade: High temperature rating (-40°C to +85°C) and minimum IEC shock
and vibration rating.
f) Zigbee Equipped: The wireless standard for low-power short-range bi-directional
communications, suitable for mesh networks and sensor reads.
2.2 Asset Tracking and Monitoring
The Information Management Bureau (IMB) is a server-based application used by operators
and customers to track and monitor shipments equipped with the V3d. The interaction between
the IMB and the V3d is based on the existing MobiApps mTrak protocol, enabling polling of the
device, over-the-air configuration, scheduled and event reporting. Reduced functionality is
expected due to the required addition of power management functions, whereby the V3d is in
low-power mode and only able to communicate through satellite or cellular at scheduled times
or when a local sensor detects an important event.
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