GPS Tracking Device Installation
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GPS Fleet Tracking Support and Instructions.
GPS Support - Tracking System Alerts
Our Tracking System GPS Alerts are triggered when a vehicle violates a pre-set parameter, such as overspeed or crossing a Geofence boundary, for example. An automatic email is sent, with details such as date, time, location for a situation which merits attention.
Email alerts can be sent to your Blackberry or portable device. You can monitor your company while out of the office or away from your desk.
GPS Installation Diagram
A clear view of the sky is important for the location of the GPS antenna. It MUST be placed in an open space not obscured by metal.
Step One
Determine a location for the GPS device. We recommend installation behind the glove box under the dash. This location allows the antenna to “look” up through the windshield for its signal. Much of this space will likely be used by the passenger airbag but usually there is enough available space somewhere in this area to mount the device.
Once you have installed the device, plug the data port attached to one end of the cable into the unit. For powering the GPS unit we suggest connecting the wires at the other end of the cable to the vehicle fuse panel. For the green or white wire labelled gnition, look for a source that will go OFF/ON with the key. For the red wire labelled battery, look for a source that is always “HOT”.
Important:
Ensure that this source does not go OFF/ON when the Ignition is switched OFF/ON.
Determine the fuse used in your vehicle and connect these 2 wires using the supplied connectors. For the black wire labelled ground, find a source that is chassis grounded. You may need to drill mount your own screw for this connection.
Note:
To provide a secure connection and to avoid severing or pinching these fine wires, we suggest stripping about 1" and folding the wire twice before inserting into and crimping the connector. Use the cable ties (supplied) to secure the cable.
GPS Installation Diagram
STEP TWO
Place the GPS/cellular antenna (side with the receiver facing up) beneath the dash. The antenna must be as horizontal as possible, but in no case greater than 20 degrees from horizontal. Never place the antenna under metal; your unit will not work. If there is no room under the front dash, you might try the rear deck of an automobile with a rear window.
Once the antenna is mounted, connect the wires as labelled:
One to the GPS connector with a yellow band that says GPS, and the other to the cellular connector. Ensure they are connected very secure and screwed on securely but DO NOT over tighten.
To verify your unit is functioning, the LED labelled PWR should be lit red. When the ignition is turned on, the ignition IGN LED should light yellow, and the green GPS light will be on for 5 seconds then off for 5 seconds. Once the device has GPS location data, the LED will be on for 2 seconds then off for 2 seconds.Your unit is working properly.
Place electrical tape over the LED if you wish to hide the lights. Dress your wires and put the vehicle back together.
It is recommended that you now test the unit via the GPS AnyPlace website using your personal username and secret password.
If you have any difficulties please call Gary Ryan at (313) 402-0700.
GPS Fleet Tracking Support and Instructions
Tracking System GPS AnyPlace Technical Support and Instructions. If you need further assistance please call Gary at (313) 402 0700, or for IT support please contact Robin on (813) 419 4382
