Sanav TRACKSTARIII, User Manual

Page 1: ...1 GSM GPS Micro Tracker Model TRACKSTARIII User s Manual CE No EM 2004 80113C FCC ID RUU G19041000 Version 1 9 Published November 2005 ...

Page 2: ...or notice in this manual Any change consequently will be integrated into future editions The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document This manual is divided into the following chapters Chapter Content Information 1 Hardware Description Brief Introduction of Hardware Parts and Status 2 Getting Started General Installation Operation Guide 3 General Function...

Page 3: ...up 15 4 3 Report Interval Setup 16 4 4 Remote Parking Start Setup 17 4 5 Reset to Factory Default 18 4 6 Change Password 19 4 7 SMS Polling Command 20 4 8 Inquire IMEI code 21 5 Respond SMS Messages 22 5 1 Polling Auto Report 23 5 2 Parking 24 5 3 Emergency 25 5 4 Power Low Alert 26 6 NMEA GPRMC Description 27 7 General Specifications 28 8 Warranty 29 9 FAQ 30 ...

Page 4: ...4 Chapter 1 Hardware Description Main Unit Package Contents Battery x2 one in the main unit Wall Charger 100 240V AC x1 CD x1 User manual MapTracking software Cigar Charger 8 38V DC x1 ...

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Page 6: ...ing the GPS fix Eject Button Use a sharp tool to eject the SIM card slot Please read the SIM Card Slot for more information about how to insert a SIM card in it GSM Indicator Red LED Blinking when TRACKSTARIII is searching GSM network service Light still and have a short blinking every 4 seconds when GSM service is available Off when no power GPS Indicator Blue LED Off when GPS is not available On...

Page 7: ...pose Please do not try to utilize it before having proper instruction External DC Power Connector TRACKSTARIII power source that adapts 6V DC Wall Charger The picture shows the European standard 100V 250V wall charger It takes about 3 hours to fully charge the battery ...

Page 8: ...Card Slot 1 Use a sharp tool to eject the SIM card slot 2 Pull the slot out and put a valid SIM card in it by following the correct orientation Before that you have to deactivate the PIN code if there is any 3 Push the slot back into the TRACKSTARIII Don t push too hard if you find it difficult to insert the slot Try to pull it out and push it back gently ...

Page 9: ...on Press when an emergency situation occurs Built in buzzer will start buzzing for alert Emergency SMS messages will also be sent to the built in cellular phone number s Battery 1 If you would like to change the battery you may open the battery case by sliding the plastic cover 2 After removing the cover unplug the connector See the picture placed in the middle 3 Pull out the battery and install t...

Page 10: ...Switch the power on 5 You also can run or evaluate the TRACKSTARIII while it is charging 6 The Red LED will be blinking while TRACKSTARIII is searching the GSM network 7 After 10 20 flashes the red LED should stay still GSM network connection is successful If you have any difficulties please refer to the FAQ in the last page 8 For the first time operation of TRACKSTARIII the Blue LED will light on...

Page 11: ...alling Note2 Once the Own Number Sending function is deactivated in your cellular phone TRACKSTARIII will not recognize the calling number so as to lose polling function Change User ID and Password The default user ID and password of TRACKSTARIII is Username and 0000 respectively You can change them according to your preference Please refer to Chapter 4 1 page 14 and Chapter 4 6 page21 for more in...

Page 12: ...e the Park function is launched and the carrier is moved without permission for over 500m from the original position TRACKSTARIII will report towed messages to user for burglarproof purpose The Parking SMS will only be sent to the 1st cellular phone number PH 01 predefined in TRACKSTARIII The SMS contains the GPRMC s UTC time latitude and longitude information for you to track the carrier Note1 Pa...

Page 13: ...please ensure TRACKSTARIII is connected with the GSM network The red LED must be lighted on and keep still Note2 While you are keying in any setup message note that NO space is allowed in between the characters Characters can be letters commas or any signs Note3 Any setup message must be started with a sign and ended up with a sign Note4 Only when the password and setup message are correct the TRA...

Page 14: ...f TRACKSTARIII 0000 Default password If you have changed the password please use the updated one 1 Mode 1 is representing the ID setup GPS00001 New ID defined by the owner At the maximum of 8 characters GPS00001 Confirm the new ID by keying it again It must be exactly the same as the new ID keyed previously End sign Table 4 1 1 The table 4 1 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situ...

Page 15: ...et of cellular numbers PH 03 4th set of cellular numbers PH 04 886523456789 5th set of cellular numbers PH0 5 End sign Table 4 2 1 The table 4 2 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situation Message Reply Setup Succeeds Username setup OK TRACKSTARIII phone updated Setup Fail Username setup fail Incorrect password Username password error TRACKSTARIII is in Emergency Mode Username in...

Page 16: ...utes This parameter must be 3 digits The minimum unit is 002 and maximum is 120 minutes For example 002 means that an Auto Report message will be sent every 2 minutes To cancel Auto Report function set the interval as 000 The default setting of auto report is also off 12 Total number of SMS will be sent This parameter must be 2 digits For example 12 means that only 12 Auto Report messages will be ...

Page 17: ...ult ID of TRACKSTARIII 0000 Default password If you have changed the password please use the updated one 4 Mode 4 is representing the Activation Of Parking Function From Distance End sign Table 4 4 1 The table 4 4 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situation Message Reply Setup Succeeds Username setup OK TRACKSTARIII parking Setup Fail Username setup fail Incorrect password Userna...

Page 18: ...ord please use the updated one 5 Mode 5 is representing the Reset End sign Table 4 5 1 The table 4 5 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situation Message Reply Setup Succeeds Username setup OK TRACKSTARIII reset to default Setup Fail Username setup fail Incorrect password Username password error TRACKSTARIII is in Emergency Mode Username in emergency reset not allowed Table 4 5 2 ...

Page 19: ...rd If you have changed the password please use the updated one 6 Mode 6 is representing the Changing Password 5725 New password It has to be 4 digits 5725 Confirm the new password by repeating it End sign Table 4 6 1 The table 4 6 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situation Message Reply Setup Succeeds Username password setup OK Setup Fail Username setup fail Incorrect password U...

Page 20: ...in the message above Text Keyed In SMS Description Start sign Username Default ID of TRACKSTARIII 0000 Default password If you have changed the password please use the updated one 7 Mode 7 is representing the SMS Polling End sign Table 4 7 1 Situation Message Reply Incorrect password Username password error Incorrect parameter Username setup fail Once this SMS is sent successfully you will receive...

Page 21: ...escription Start sign Username Default ID of TRACKSTARIII 0000 Default password If you have changed the password please use the updated one imei Mode imei is representing the Inquire IMEI code End sign Table 4 8 1 The table 4 8 2 is showing each confirm message reply after setup Situation Message Reply Setup Succeeds Username password setup OK Setup Fail Username setup fail Incorrect password User...

Page 22: ...SMS sent from TRACKSTARIII According to different situations the TRACKSTARIII will send the SMS in different formats for you to distinguish them Basically there are 3 formats and they listed as below 5 1 Via Dialing Poll Via SMS Auto Report 22 5 2 Park 23 5 3 Emergency 24 5 4 Low Power Alert 25 ...

Page 23: ...or transmission In this case 2906F250 is the Station ID Respond Indicates this SMS is sent from TRACKSTARIII for respond purpose It will be shown only when Polling and Auto Report Now Previously 17 26 This segment indicates GPS data validity of TRACKSTARIII If this segment is Now it indicates GPS fix is in real time If this segment is in 24 hour time format such as Previously 17 26 it indicates TR...

Page 24: ...will report still Move 450m NE This segment indicates the movement of TRACKSTARIII TRACKSTARIII will calculate the distance between the original position of your car and current position to show the moved distance and on going direction Now Previously 17 26 This segment indicates GPS data validity of TRACKSTARIII If this segment is Now it indicates GPS fix is in real time If this segment is in 24 ...

Page 25: ... held for more than 2 seconds should the buzzer activate But the SMS will always be sent to ALL the predefined phone numbers disregarding the buzzer Now Previously 17 26 This segment indicates GPS data validity of TRACKSTARIII If this segment is Now it indicates GPS fix is in real time If this segment is in 24 hour time format such as Previously 17 26 it indicates TRACKSTARIII currently cannot rec...

Page 26: ...the message above Text Shown In SMS Description Username Default ID of TRACKSTARIII Power low Indicates the power of the battery embedded is low Last trace Before the power is exhausted TRACKSTARIII will send a SMS containing information about the last position GPRMC GPS NMEA information from GPS receiver including UTC time latitude longitude speed true course etc See Chapter 6 for detail End sign...

Page 27: ...27 Chapter 6 NMEA 0183 GPRMC Description ...

Page 28: ...TFF Accuracy Position Accuracy 15 meters RMS without SA Velocity Accuracy 0 1 m s without SA Speed Accuracy 0 1 km h without SA Antenna Type Internal GSM antenna Internal GPS patch antenna Power Supply 12V DC Cigarette Lighter 3 6V DC Li Ion Battery Option Operation Time 20hr minimum after full charged in continuous mode Device Size and Weight 45 W x 66 L x 25 H mm 87g Environmental Operating Temp...

Page 29: ...ed during the warranty period Limitations This warranty is limited only to the repair or replacement of defective parts confirmed by San Jose Navigation to be a result of faulty materials or workmanship Instruments mechanically or physically damaged due to the following conditions are beyond our warranty 1 Neglect misuse or abuse such as incorrect testing installation or operation 2 Place subject ...

Page 30: ... flash or be still for a period of time and then drop off Red LED is gone A Please connect the TRACKSTARIII with main power source by wall or cigar chargers provided and then check out if TRACKSTARIII works properly If not see the next FAQ Q TRACKSTARIII is not working if the external power source is removed A Please switch the TRACKSTARIII off and plug it with external power source Let it charge ...

Page 31: ... in continuous tracking and always connected to the GSM network Q Why TRACKSTARIII does not hang up my phone when I am dialing its number A The GSM network of where TRACKSTARIII is in may not be good enough The TRACKSTARIII might not actually receive your call You may have to wait for a while and dial again Or you can send a SMS commands page21 to request the response from TRACKSTARIII Q ...