EBS Active Track Manual

© 2013 EBS
Active Track
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Personal GPS
Issue: 1.4
Date issue: 2013-10-25
Firmware version: 2.0rc78
GPRS configurator version: 1.3.24.2

Active Track (beta version)
Introduction
This Operation and Maintenance Manual describe configuration
and operation of system Active Track EBS.
In case of any doubt please contact us via our Website
http://www.ebs.pl/, email [email protected],
or phone [phone].
We hope you enjoy working with our devices.

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Printed: 2013-10-25

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We, EBS Sp. z o.o. declare under our sole responsibility that the product
Active Track is in conformity with Directive 1999/5/EC of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999.
A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found from
http://www.ebs.pl/certyfikaty/
The content of this document is presented “as is.” No guarantees are provided, either
stated or suspected, including but not limited to this any suspected guarantees of trade
usability and any specified usefulness, unless these are required by law regulations. The
Manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes into this document and to
withdraw it at any time without notice.
The Manufacturer’s policy is continual development therefore reserves the right to
introduce any modifications to The Product and its functions described in The Manual
without prior notice.
Availability of particular functions will depend on software version. For more information
turn to your nearest Dealer.
Under no circumstances is The Manufacturer liable for any data or profit loss or for any
particular, accidental, resultant and indirect damage caused in any way.
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 interface, and (2) This device
must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
The crossed-out wheeled bin means that within the European Union the
product must be taken to separate collection at the product end-of life. This
applies to your device but also to any enhancements marked with this
symbol. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste.

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Contents
1FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY 9
2All about accessories 11
3Device versions 11
4General information 11
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4.1 PIN code
5Transmission safety 13
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5.1 Data coding
6Functions review 13
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6.1 GPS module
................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2 RFID transponders reader
................................................................................................................................... 13
6.3 Controlling buttons
................................................................................................................................... 13
6.4 Work mode indicator
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.5 Loudspeaker and microphone
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.6 Accelerometer
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.7 Clock
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.8 Memory
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.9 GPRS service (General Packet Radio Service)
................................................................................................................................... 14
6.10 Before using GPRS technology
................................................................................................................................... 15
6.11 GPRS service charges
7A few words about the device 16
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7.1 Functional elements
8First steps 17
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8.1 SIM card and battery installation
................................................................................................................................... 19
8.2 Battery charging
................................................................................................................................... 20
8.3 Sleep mode
9 Configuration 21
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9.1 Remote configuration
................................................................................................................................... 27
9.2 Configuration program
......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Computer - requirements
......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Program functions

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File -> New
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File -> Open
.................................................................................................................................................. 29
File -> Save
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File - > Language
.................................................................................................................................................. 29
File -> Connections
........................................................................................................................................... 29
Local connection
........................................................................................................................................... 30
Remote connection
...................................................................................................................................... 30
GPRS linking
...................................................................................................................................... 31
CSD linking
.................................................................................................................................................. 32
File -> Archiving
.................................................................................................................................................. 32
File -> Exit
.................................................................................................................................................. 32
Operations -> Read
.................................................................................................................................................. 33
Operations -> Send
.................................................................................................................................................. 33
Operations -> System events history
.................................................................................................................................................. 33
Operations -> Device monitor
.................................................................................................................................................. 33
Operations -> Restore default settings
.................................................................................................................................................. 34
Help -> About program
......................................................................................................................................................... 35
Programmable parameters
.................................................................................................................................................. 35
Access
........................................................................................................................................... 35
Parameters
...................................................................................................................................... 35
Device mode
...................................................................................................................................... 36
GPRS test time
...................................................................................................................................... 36
SMS mode after unsuccessful attempts
...................................................................................................................................... 36
SMS test time
...................................................................................................................................... 36
Server phone number
...................................................................................................................................... 36
Sends events via SMS immediately
........................................................................................................................................... 37
APN Parameters
...................................................................................................................................... 37
APN
...................................................................................................................................... 37
User ID
...................................................................................................................................... 37
User password
...................................................................................................................................... 37
DNS1 and DNS2
........................................................................................................................................... 37
Primary server parameters
...................................................................................................................................... 37
Server address
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Server port
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Interval between subsequent connection attempts
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Number of connection attempts
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Always try to connect to primary server at first
........................................................................................................................................... 38
Backup server parameters
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Server address
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Server port
...................................................................................................................................... 38
Interval between subsequent connection...
...................................................................................................................................... 39
Number of connection attempts
...................................................................................................................................... 39
Disconnect after time limit
........................................................................................................................................... 39
Access
...................................................................................................................................... 39
Service code
...................................................................................................................................... 39
PIN of SIM card
.................................................................................................................................................. 39
Transmission
.................................................................................................................................................. 40
Device parameters
........................................................................................................................................... 40
Accelerometer
...................................................................................................................................... 41
ManDown
...................................................................................................................................... 42
Tilt detection
........................................................................................................................................... 42
RFID tags
...................................................................................................................................... 43
Maximum time..
...................................................................................................................................... 43
Maximum number of tags...

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Microphone & Speaker
...................................................................................................................................... 44
Microphone sensitivity
...................................................................................................................................... 44
Speaker volume
...................................................................................................................................... 44
Events signalling
...................................................................................................................................... 45
Restore defaults
........................................................................................................................................... 45
Advanced
.................................................................................................................................................. 46
GPS parameters
........................................................................................................................................... 46
Distance
........................................................................................................................................... 46
Timeout
........................................................................................................................................... 47
Speed and angle
.................................................................................................................................................. 47
Monitoring
........................................................................................................................................... 47
Events
...................................................................................................................................... 48
GPRS On / GPRS Off
...................................................................................................................................... 48
SMS On / SMS Off
...................................................................................................................................... 48
On priority / Off priority
........................................................................................................................................... 48
Additional data
.................................................................................................................................................. 50
Restrictions
........................................................................................................................................... 50
Phone numbers...
........................................................................................................................................... 51
SMS authorized phones
........................................................................................................................................... 51
Validity period of outgoing SMS messages
........................................................................................................................................... 51
SMS limits
.................................................................................................................................................. 52
Notifications
........................................................................................................................................... 52
Phone numbers
........................................................................................................................................... 53
SMS Forward
.................................................................................................................................................. 53
Link control
........................................................................................................................................... 54
GSM
........................................................................................................................................... 54
GPRS
.................................................................................................................................................. 55
Firmware
......................................................................................................................................................... 56
Device programming
.................................................................................................................................................. 56
Programming adapter and cable
.................................................................................................................................................. 56
Local programming
.................................................................................................................................................. 57
Remote programming
........................................................................................................................................... 58
The first programming of device
........................................................................................................................................... 58
Reprogramming of device
......................................................................................................................................................... 60
Device Monitor
......................................................................................................................................................... 61
Events history
10 Controlling commands 63
11 Operation rules 64
................................................................................................................................... 64
11.1 RFID transponder read-out
................................................................................................................................... 65
11.2 Sending „Panic” command
................................................................................................................................... 65
11.3 Sending „Call me” command
................................................................................................................................... 65
11.4 Voice connection (incoming)
................................................................................................................................... 66
11.5 Outgoing voice call
................................................................................................................................... 66
11.6 Checking GSM range
................................................................................................................................... 67
11.7 Reset and turn off
................................................................................................................................... 67
11.8 Accelerometer operation
12 Indicating work mode 69

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12.1 Registration at GSM network
................................................................................................................................... 69
12.2 GSM range
................................................................................................................................... 70
12.3 GPS positioning
................................................................................................................................... 70
12.4 RFID transponder read-out
................................................................................................................................... 71
12.5 Data transmission
................................................................................................................................... 71
12.6 Making out-going voice calls
................................................................................................................................... 71
12.7 Battery low
................................................................................................................................... 72
12.8 Battery charging
................................................................................................................................... 72
12.9 Battery full
................................................................................................................................... 72
12.10 System general error
................................................................................................................................... 73
12.11 SIM card error
13 Cooperation with monitoring system 74
14 Information about batteries 77
................................................................................................................................... 77
14.1 Battery charging and discharging
15 Operation and maintenance 78
16 Exemplary implementation 78
17 Technical parameters 79

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FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY
© 2013 EBS
1FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY
Study the advice below carefully. Disregarding may be dangerous or illegal.
More information is provided in following parts of this Manual.
Do not switch on the device where use is forbidden, as it may cause radio
interference or other danger.
SAFETY ON THE ROAD IS OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE
Do not use the device while driving a vehicle.
RADIO INTERFERENCE
The device is sensitive to radio interference that can influence quality of
connection.
DO NOT USE THE DEVICE WITHIN HOSPITAL AREA
Follow rules and regulations. Do not switch on the device where near to
medical equipment.
DO NOT USE THE DEVICE WHILE FILLING UP A CAR
Do not use the device either at petrol stations or petrol and chemical
depots.
SWITCH OFF THE DEVICE IN EXPLOSION AREA
Do not use the device where explosives are blasted off. Pay attention to all
limits and follow rules and regulations.
USE THE DEVICE CAREFULLY
While talking, do not hold the device too close to your ear. Avoid touching
antenna area.
USE PROFESSIONALS
Get qualified service install and repair the device or its parts.
BATTERIES AND ACCESSORIES
Use batteries and accessories approved by The Manufacturer only. Do not
connect chargers not compatible with the device.

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WATER AND DUST RESISTANCE
The device is dustproof and waterproof according. It is yet recommended
to keep it safe from excessive dust and humidity.
VOICE COMMUNICATION
The device operates within: 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 850 MHz and 1900 MHz
networks. Availability of those transmission bands depends on GSM
provider network. Incoming voice connection is received automatically with
no need of pick-up and is finished when caller disconnects.