OBD Car GPS Locator Instructions
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OBD Car GPS Tracker
Technical characteristics
- 10 Meter Location Accuracy
- History Tracking
- Real Time Location
- Geographic Fence Alert
- Integrated Battery
Through the OBD port, the GPS locator receives the charge and includes a integrated battery for safety.
Contents
OBD Car GPS Tracker
Manual
Instructions
Step 1 - SIM Introduction
The OBD Car GPS Locator requires a MicroSIM card with the ability to make phone calls, receive and send SMS, with internet and without PIN code. You can find the setting on your mobile in security, privacy or similar settings. If you don't find the option, search on Google: “remove sim card pin code + mobile model/brand”. When the SIM PIN has been removed Insert the Micro SIM card in the same orientation as in the image until you hear a click.
The GPS locator It will turn on when you insert the SIM card If it has a charge, the blue and green light turns on.
Step 2 - OBD Port
The OBD Car GPS Locator requires a 12-36V OBD connection available on all vehicles since 0-2001. The possible locations of the OBD port are several, so it is recommended search “OBD + vehicle model” on Google to find out the location or search the vehicle's user manual. He OBD port receives power when the ignition in the vehicle is turned on. To avoid a lack of connection, it incorporates an integrated backup battery.
Step 3 - Power On/Off, Status Lights and APN
For turn on the GPS locator insert the Micro SIM card until you hear the click. That click is the on / off button, so when you remove the Micro SIM card, the GPS locator turns off.
When inserting the cardThe status lights will turn on and we must wait at least 5 minutes for ignition to complete.
The status lights indicate:
- Blue light - GPS connection | fixed – Connected GPS | Fast Flashing – Searching for GPS Signal.
- Green light - GSM connection | fixed – GSM connected | Fast Flashing – Searching for GSM Signal.
- Red light - Battery status | Fast Flashing – Low Battery | Slow Flashing – Battery Greater than 15%.
Is recommended Turn on the product outdoors for correct connection. For safety, after 10 minutes the status lights will turn off and it is possible to turn them back on by making a phone call to the GPS tracker's phone number.
After switching on outdoors and waiting for at least 5 minutes 3 situations may occur:
- Green and Blue Light Flashing – The GPS Locator cannot connect to the GSM or GPS network. It is necessary to be located outdoors and avoid places with interference
- Steady Blue Light -The GPS Locator has managed to connect to the GPS signal
- Steady Green Light – The SIM card reading is correct and it has been connected to the GSM network (telephone line). This light can also indicate SIM reading error.
When the GPS locator is connected to the GSM network (steady green light) send an SMS with the content «smslink123456» and the device will respond with the location.
If the location shows latitude, longitude and speed, the GPS tracker is correctly connected to the GPS signal. Otherwise we will receive an estimate using LBS location.
Step 4 - Location by Application
Step 4.1 - Application Download
Download the DAGPS app on your mobile by pressing the Android or App Store (iPhone) icon depending on the model of your device. You can also check the location from gps110.org, but the operation will be better in the app.
Step 4.2 - Login and Permissions
If the application requests any permissions during its execution, it must be accept all permissions to ensure correct operation.
When starting the DAGPS application it will be necessary to accept the terms and conditions and register, scanning the product barcode, clicking on the square icon in the app or enter the 15-digit IMEI that appears written below the barcode on the product.
In the registry the values must be indicated:
- Mobile phone number: country code + number
- Device number: Previously scanned number
- Password: 123456 by default
After registration log in indicating the username (device number) and the default password 123456.
Step 4.3 - GPS Location
In the lower left menu select the "Start" option. By clicking on the refresh button in the bottom left corner We can request the GPS locator for the current position and obtain the updated location after 3-8 seconds. exist various technologies to obtain the location:
- GPS – When the GPS locator is at outdoors or in an area with good connection will connect to GPS satellites providing a precise location.
- LBS – The GPS Locator will provide a estimated location based on the connection to the GSM signal tower.
Location accuracy is essential in the use of the locator. Depending on the technology used, the precision will be:
- GPS - 10 meters outdoors
- LBS – Above 100 meters. Because it is based on the connection to the GSM signal tower, it will be more accurate in the city than in the countryside.
If the device does not appear online, it may be necessary to configure the APN:
For configure the APN If it has not been configured automatically, the following steps must be followed:
- Send an SMS to the mobile phone that has been inserted into the locator while it is turned on with the message: «APN123456 ABC» (where ABC is the APN)
- It is also possible to send the APN parameters following the scheme: «APN123456 ABC USER PASSWORD» (indicating in ABC the APN name and in user and password the values indicated by our company).
Step 4.4 - Functions
In the lower menu we can select some functions of the GPS locator such as:
- open – Allows you to define an area on the map. When the GPS leaves said area you will receive an alert.
- Our History – Stores GPS locator locations in intervals. Other days can be consulted on the calendar.
- Details – Shows information about the GPS and the vehicle.
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Step 5 - SMS Commands
The GPS locator allows your advanced control by sending SMS to the integrated SIM card number:
- smslink123456 – receive current location.
- sms123456 – SMS location mode.
- Sleepin12345 – power saving mode that updates the location only when the vehicle moves.
- Sleepout123456 – cancel power saving mode.
- Check123456 – Receive the status of the GPS locator by SMS.
Frequent Problems
1 - Does not turn on
Connect the OBD device to the port vehicle OBD connection 12-36V and start the vehicle.
Wait at least 10 minutes for it to charge and insert the MicroSIM card with the same orientation as in the image.
Security and Compliance
Below is indicated important product information in relation to the security and compliance that guarantee proper and safe use of the product:
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Product specifications:
Model Name: OBD Car GPS Locator
Model Number:GPS-01
Product identifier: 706212918430
Operating temperature: 0 to 50ºC
Product Use: Do not expose your device or adapter to liquids. If your device or adapter gets wet, carefully unplug all cables without getting your hands wet, and wait for the device and adapter to dry completely before plugging them back in. Do not try to dry your device or adapter with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven or blow dryer. If the device or adapter is damaged, stop using it immediately. Use only the supplied accessories to power your device. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not touch the device or the cables connected to it during a thunderstorm. The cables and/or adapters are only designed for indoor use.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
FCC Compliance: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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. The device has been evaluated to meet the general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restrictions.
Radio Frequency Exposure Compliance: As a health protection measure, this device complies with the limits for exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields in accordance with council recommendation 1999/519/EC. This device can be placed on the body avoiding prolonged use of it for more than 5 hours.
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