Global GPS TrackerP16-41376

User’s Guide

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Performance characteristics shown in this document are estimates only and do not constitute a

warranty or guarantee of product performance. Proximus does not support any applications in

connection with weapon systems. Since Proximus products are not designed for use in life-support

and commercial aviation applications they shall not be used in such products. In devices or systems

whereby malfunction of these products can be expected to result in personal injury and casualties,

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product, including its circuits and software, in order to improve its design and/or performance, without

prior notice.

PROXIMUS makes no warranties, neither expressed nor implied, regarding the information and

specifications contained in this document. Proximus assumes no responsibility for any claims or

damages arising from information contained in this document, or from the use of products and

services detailed therein. This includes, but is not limited to, claims or damages based on the

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COPYRIGHT & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Java and all other Java-based marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

© Streak Products 2011

The information contained in Proximus’s user’s guides is believed to be correct at the time of printing. Proximus reserves the right to change or modify any information or specifications without notice. The contents of this guide are provided “as is”. Except as required by applicable law, no warranties of any kind, either express or implied including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are made in relation to the accuracy reliability, or contents of this guide.

NOTE: Changes or modifications made in the Global GPS Tracker, not expressly approved by Proximus, will void the user’s authority to operate the equipment

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PRODUCT WARRANTY (1 YEAR)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE

PACKING LIST

Proximus warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.

The warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Proximus, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Proximus assumes no liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.

Because of Proximus’s quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service. If a Proximus product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.

1. Contact your distributor, sales rep., or Proximus for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following information ready before you call:

Before setting up the system, check that the items listed below are included and in good condition. If any item is damaged or missing, please contact Proximus immediately.

• Product name and serial number

• Description of your peripheral attachments

• Description of your software (operating system, version, application software, etc.)

• A complete description of the problem

• The exact wording of any error messages

• Global GPS Tracker

• USB cable

• Travel adapter

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CHARGING THE BATTERY

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

It will take about 3.5 hours to fully charge the battery when the unit is turned off. The GPS Tracker can be charged from any USB port, but charging times may vary.

Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from damage.

Caution!

IMPORTANT: GPS (Global Positioning System) signals must have open or limited access to the sky. Without an open view, it cannot record any valid locations.

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed or is exposed to high temperatures.

Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery.

Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Please avoid storing the device in an excessively hot or humid place.

Please do not leave the device in your car under direct sunshine with windows closed.

The Global GPS Tracker requires a GPS signal to record position. Without a GPS signal the GPS Logger cannot record data.

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Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction ........................................................................................... 7

1.1 Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Key Features .............................................................................................................. 7

1.3 Built-in Battery ............................................................................................................ 8

1.4 Packing List ................................................................................................................ 8

Chapter 2 Getting started....................................................................................... 9

2.1 Power switch button ................................................................................................... 9

2.2 Micro SD card slot ..................................................................................................... 9

2.3 LEDs (getting started) ...............................................................................................10

2.4 Before powering ON .................................................................................................11

2.5 Workflow for setting up the unit .................................................................................11

2.6 Inserting the Micro SD card ......................................................................................11

2.7 Turn ON the power ....................................................................................................12

2.8 Turn OFF the power ..................................................................................................12

2.9 File format .................................................................................................................12

Chapter 3 Setup Tool .............................................................................................13

3.1 Before setup .............................................................................................................13

3.2 Setup Tool Settings ...................................................................................................13

3.3 Using other software application ..............................................................................14

3.4 Point of Interest (POI) function .................................................................................15

Chapter 4 Module Orientation ........................................................................16~17

Appedix Displaying Received Location Data on Satellite Map Server ...........18

A.1 What is geo-tagging? ...........................................................................................18

A.2 Downloading Locr software to geo-tag photos .....................................................18

A.3 Using the application ............................................................................................18

A.3.1 Launch the application .................................................................................19

A.3.2 Add your photos ...........................................................................................19

A.3.3 Import GPS data from Proximus GPS Logger ..............................................19

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Chapter 1. Introduction

1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.2 KEY FEATURES

Simply plug in the Proximus GPS Tracker into your PC and it will be recognized as a removable storage device where you will be able to access the data log directly.

The data log can be used with most free geo-tagging software packages and web album services, such as Locr and Picassa. With the Proximus photo locator/logger, organizing and geo-tagging your photos is simplicity itself – enjoy!

•Storage capacity

Compatible with Micro SD cards up to 2GB

•512KBcanhold3.5millionlocationrecords

•1GBcanhold6millionlocationrecords

•2GBcanhold14millionlocationrecords–162days,foreverysecond

NOTE : The logger is not compatible with SDHC memory.

• Complete and compatible GPS data formats

Standard text file can be imported into any application. Location data includes Longitude, Latitude, Altitude, Time, Speed and Direction.

• Installation and setup free

Plug & play, no installation or setup.

• Supports Picassa, Locr, and Panoramio

Supports most popular online phone libraries and location based services including Locr, Picassa and Panoramio

• Dimensions

65.3 x 42.6 x 18.4 mm (L x W x H)

• Light weight design

Only 58g.

• Low power consumption

22 hours continuous use on sigle battery charge.

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1.3 BUILT-IN BATTERY

The Global GPS Tracker comes with a built-in rechargeable 1100mAh Li-ION battery. The fully charged battery can last approximately 22 hours.

1.4 PACKING LIST

•1xGlobalGPSTracker •1xUSBcable •1xPowertraveladapter

Optional accessories : Micro SD card and adapter

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Chapter 2. Getting Started

2.1 POWER SWITCH BUTTON

2.2 MICRO SD CARD SLOT

The Power Switch button is located on the right side of the logger.

NOTE : Carefully open the rubber cover with minimal force.

The Micro SD slot is located at the bottom of the device under a removable rubber cover.

Micro SD Slot USB Slot

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2.3 MICRO SD CARD SLOT

The LED on the top of the device displays the following status :

RED: Charging LEDON: ChargingOFF: Fully charged / Not charging

BLUE: GPS LEDBlinking: LocatedOFF: Not located

GREEN: Power LEDBlinking: Periods are 8/5/3/1 seconds. Faster blinking means less power.Always ON: Power is nearly out. It’s time to charge the battery.

ORANGE: Storage LEDBlinking: Records are being written to the Micro SD card.Always ON: The Micro SD is corrupted or not inserted correctly.

Micro SD Status (Orange)

Charging Status (Red)

Low Power Warning (Green)

GPS Signal Strength (Blue)

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2.4 BEFORE POWERING ON

•MakesuretoformattheMicroSDcardinFAT16or32format.

•ChargethedeviceviaincludedUSBcable.

2.5 WORKFLOW FOR SETTING UP THE UNIT

Insert the Micro SD card Turn on the device Data recording Turn off the power Remove Micro SD card from the logger Copy data records to PC Use Geo

tagging software

2.6 INSERTING THE MICRO SD CARD

Your Data Logger has a special rubber Micro SD cover attached by a pin-type hinge.

NOTE : SD card must be inserted face-up

NOTE : This card cover MUST be firmly in place in order for the unit to work correctly. Misplacement will result in NO GPS data recording.

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2.7 TURN ON THE POWER

Hold the power button for one second. After the Blue, Green and Orange LEDs illuminate, release the button. The GPS LED (Blue) will stay on for 10 seconds, then turn off.

NOTE 1 : Once on, Data Logger will record GPS data every second.

NOTE 2 : If the SD card cover is opened, the unit will power-off and all LEDs will turn off. You will need to close the cover and turn on the power again. (this is to protect the storage media.)

2.8 TURN OFF THE POWER

Keep pressing the button for 3 seconds. When the Blue / Green / Orange LEDs are all on – release the button. The unit is now off.

Important Notes:

1. GPS is always on.

2. At the start of power ON, the storage LED (orange) may keep on for seconds because of the initialization of Micro SD. After the free space is found, it will be off.

3. The power will shut off automatically if the cover of SD slot is opened. However, it is recommended to power off before removing the SD card.

2.9 FILE FORMAT

All recorded files are sorted by GMT+0 time (see attached screen shot). The data is in NMEA-0183 format and includes GPRMC and GPGGA. Below are examples of recorded data.

$GPRMC,174806.000,A,2502.9589,N,12129.4432,E,17.8,21.3,150808,,,A*68

$GPGGA,174806.000,2502.9589,N,12129.4432,E,1,04,6.3,93.9,M,26.0,M,0000*66

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Chapter 3. Setup Tool & Funcitons

3.1 BEFORE SETUP

1. Insert a Mini SD card

2. Close the rubber cap

3. Connect to a PC via USB cable

4. Press the power switch for 3 seconds

(When the Data Logger is turned on, your PC should recognize the mass storage device)

3.2 SETUP TOOL SETTINGS

Load pre-set

configuration file

Save the

configuration file

Apply the setting

to the GPS Data

Logger (make sure

GPS Data Logger

is connected to PC

and power is ON)

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GPS Data Log Interval (value 1~3600) second(s)

GPS data saving interval.

Record Static GPS Data (ON/OFF)Record GPS data even if there is no movement.

GPS refresh interval in sleeping mode (value 0~240) minute(s)

If there is no movement after setting minute(s), then GPS Data Logger will enter sleep (power saving mode)

Motion Sensitivity (value 1~20)

Higher value corresponds to move motion is needed to wake unit up. Lower value corresponds to less motion is needed to wake unit up (more sensitive).

Anti-counterfeit (ON/OFF)Enable anti-counterfeit function could prevent saved GPS data to be tampered

3.3 USING OTHER SOFTWARE APPLICATION

Using TrackManage Software :•GPS Data Logger Setup Tool

[Anti-counterfeit] = YESTo plot the data please use:

TrackManage_Final(Unlimited users and customers)

• GPS Data Logger Setup Tool[Anti-counterfeit] = NOTo plot the data please use:

TrackManage_Trial(Limited to 2 users and 5 customers)

Using NON – TrackManage SoftwareFor use with other software (e.g. Google Earth, Locr, etc.)•GPS Data Logger Setup Tool

[Anti-counterfeit] = NO

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3.4 POINT OF INTEREST (POI) FUNCTION

When the GPS Logger is ON with valid GPS signal strength, the data will be recorded. While logger is turned ON, and GPS LED blinks which indicates valid GPS located, if you press the power button, the record will be marked as Point of Interest (POI). Each time you press the power button will the last data location will be marked as Pont of Interest (POI).

Point of Interest (POI) – A point of interest, or POI, is a specific point location that someone may find useful or interesting thus by pressing the power button will Mark a tag on the on the recorded GPS data.

Power / POI Button

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Chapter 4. Module Orientation

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A. Displaying Received Location Data on Satellite Map Servers

Received GPS location data can be displayed on Locr, Google Earth and most satellite navigation maps

A. 1 What is geo-tagging?

Geo-tagging is the process of adding geographical identification meta data to various media such as websites, RSS feeds or images and is a form of geo-spatial meta data. This data usually consists of latitude and longitude coordinates, though it can also include altitude, bearing and place names.

A. 2 Downloading Locr software to geo-tag photos

With the free locr software, you are able to geo-tag and upload photos automatically anywhere in the world. Please visit the below URL to download the free Locr software.

http://www.locr.com/downloads

A. 3 Using the Application

A. 3.1 Launch the application

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Click ADD to

import photos

Locr will automatically synchronize

geographical location with photos

Click ADD to

import data

Locr will automatically synchronize GPS data

only if you click auto geo-tagging button

A. 3.2 Add your Photos

A. 3.3 Import your GPS data from your GPS Logger

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