Erco&Gener GenTrack 23e User manual

S.A. ERCO & GENER – ZI de St. Lambert-des-Levées – BP 30163 – F-49412 SAUMUR Cedex
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L’esprit Modem
User Guide
GenTrack 23e
Reference : EG_GenTrack_23e_997_UG_005_UK
Revision : 005
Date : 09/03/2010

S.A. ERCO & GENER – ZI de St. Lambert-des-Levées – BP 30163 – F-49412 SAUMUR Cedex
Tél. : [phone] – Fax : [phone] – www.ercogener.com – [e-mail]
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Document history
Revision Modifications Author Date
000 CREATION Y. STROMBONI 30/10/07
001 Updating Y. STROMBONI 27/06/08
002 Updating Y. STROMBONI 20/10/08
003 Updating F. LE BRETON 14/05/09
004 Updating BBO 18/06/09
005
New keypad with three buttons.
Introduction on the configuration tool : GenTrack Config
Updated WARNING section
Updated new messages with the embedded application
EaseTrack V1.10
BBO 09/03/10
The main modifications in this document compared to its previous version are easily identifiable on a screen
by the blue color of the text.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRESENTATION............................................................................................................................................... 5
WARNING ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
COPYRIGHT ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
1 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 REFERRED DOCUMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 APPELLATIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................................... 8
2 PACKAGING ................................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1 GENTRACK 23E (ONLY) ................................................................................................................................ 10
2.1.1 Content........................................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.2 Cardboard packaging..................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.3 Casing labels ................................................................................................................................. 11
2.2 STARTER KIT GENTRACK 23E....................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.1 Content........................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.2 Cardboard packaging..................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 OPTION LEATHER BAG FOR BELT ................................................................................................................... 12
3 GENERAL PRESENTATION ....................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................................................... 13
3.2 EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................. 14
3.2.1 GenTrack 23e connections ............................................................................................................ 14
3.2.2 Charger connections...................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.2.1 Micro Fit connector ................................................................................................................. 14
3.2.2.2 USB connector ....................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.3 Accessories supplied in the Starter-Kit .......................................................................................... 15
3.2.3.1 Supply cable ........................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.3.2 USB 2.0 type A Male and type B Male cable ......................................................................... 15
3.2.3.3 Power supply .......................................................................................................................... 16
3.2.3.4 Fixing clip................................................................................................................................ 16
4 CHARACTERISTICS AND SERVICES........................................................................................................ 17
4.1 GSM /GPRS FUNCTIONS: ........................................................................................................................... 17
4.2 GPS FUNCTION............................................................................................................................................ 17
4.3 FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................. 18
4.4 INTERFACES................................................................................................................................................. 18
4.5 AUTONOMY .................................................................................................................................................. 18
5 USING THE GENTRACK 23E...................................................................................................................... 20
5.1 STARTING WITH THE GENTRACK 23E............................................................................................................ 20
5.1.1 Installation de the SIM card ........................................................................................................... 20
5.1.2 GenTrack 23e status when powering on ....................................................................................... 21
5.1.3 GenTrack 23e configuration (by default) ....................................................................................... 21
5.1.4 GenTrack 23e installation .............................................................................................................. 21
5.1.4.1 Installation of the GenTrack 23e on a USB port..................................................................... 21
5.1.4.2 USB Drivers Installation.......................................................................................................... 21
5.1.5 Checking the USB communication with the GenTrack 23e........................................................... 25
5.1.5.1 With the configuration tool "GenTrack Config"....................................................................... 25
5.1.5.2 With a software Terminal like Hyper Terminal®..................................................................... 25
5.2 BUTTONS OF THE GENTRACK 23E................................................................................................................. 26
5.2.1 Button .................................................................................................................................... 26
5.2.2 Button .................................................................................................................................... 26
5.2.3 Red button "SOS" ................................................................................................................ 26
5.3 LEDS OF THE GENTRACK 23E....................................................................................................................... 27

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5.3.1 GPS led ............................................................................................................................... 27
5.3.2 GSM led ................................................................................................................................27
5.3.3 CPU Led ................................................................................................................................. 28
6 CHARGER SUPPLY..................................................................................................................................... 29
6.1 GENERAL PRESENTATION ............................................................................................................................. 29
6.2 TIME OF CHARGE.......................................................................................................................................... 30
7 TROUBLE SHOOTING................................................................................................................................. 31
7.1 COMMUNICATION PROBLEM BETWEEN THE GENTRACK 23E AND THE USB LINK ............................................... 31
8.1 ARCHITECTURE ............................................................................................................................................ 32
8.2 INTERNAL PROCESSOR ................................................................................................................................. 33
8.2.1 EGM presentation .......................................................................................................................... 33
8.2.2 EGM Architecture........................................................................................................................... 33
9 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................................................. 34
9.1 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE BATTERY CHARGE .............................................................................. 34
9.1 AUDIO CHARACTERISTICS (OPTION) ............................................................................................................... 35
9.3 MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................................................................... 35
9.4 ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS.............................................................................................................. 36
9.4 STANDARDS/CONFORMITIES ......................................................................................................................... 36
10 SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................................................................... 37
11 RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES............................................................................................................ 38
12 CLIENT SUPPORT..................................................................................................................................... 38
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY................................................................................................................ 39

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Presentation
Entirely dedicated to goods and isolated persons tracking, the GenTrack 23e combines GSM/GPRS and
GPS functions in a single robust casing. With its function of verticality loss coupled with the Audio option
(microphone + loudspeaker), it provides a real protection of isolated persons.
Autonomous and discreet, the GenTrack 23e integrates GSM and GPS antennas as well as new technology
rechargeable batteries, associating an optimized management of the energy. The GPS data may be
transmitted by SMS, data GSM or GPRS.
The GenTrack 23e is Quad-Bands (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) GSM/GPRS Class 10. Its GPS solution, with
high sensitivity and quick acquisition, ensures data collection in difficult environmental conditions.
Its IP connectivity (TCP, UDP, FTP) integrated in the embedded application, locally or remotely
programmable, allow a quick installation of embedded telematic solutions with high added value.
The GenTrack 23e is delivered with an integrated rechargeable battery LiPolymer 3.7 Vdc / 2.6 Ah)
The GenTrack 23e provides an operating system 'EGM' (Erco & Gener Middleware) which allows the
development of its own applications.
For more information concerning this document, ERCO & GENER puts at your disposal the following
elements:
- Commands List
- Application Note
- Release Note
- Client Support (Hot-Line)

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Warning
•Erco&Gener advises to read carefully all the documents concerning the GenTrack products (User
Guide, Application Notes, Command List).
•ERCO & GENER cannot be held responsible for :
- The problems due to an inappropriate use of the GenTrackxxe.
-The problems due to a wrong configuration
-The problems due to a wrong use of an embedded software application developed and
supplied by a third party.
-The dysfunctions due to the absence or a bad coverage of the GSM, GPRS and GPS
networks.
-The dysfunctions if the product is used for the watching of physical persons where human
life is engaged.
•ERCO & GENER reserves the right to modify the functions of its products "GenTrackxxe",
"EaseTrack" and "GenTrack Config" without previous notice.
- The casing can be opened by the user only to insert or remove the SIM card.
- For any functioning, the casing must be closed.
- No internal part can be repaired by the user. The GenTrack 23e must be returned to the factory for any
repair.
- The GenTrack 23e must be placed in a normally ventilated area, out of sources of heat.
- In order to guarantee the electromagnetic compatibility, the length of the USB cable and the supply cable of
the charger, must not exceed 3 meters.
- The GenTrack 23e must not be connected directly to the mains supply; a voltage adapter must be used
through its base only.
- SCRAP THE WORN BATTERIES ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS.

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Copyright
The reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of part or the totality of the contents of this document, in
any form, without the prior written authorization of ERCO & GENER is strictly prohibited.
GenTrack 21e and GenTrack 23e are trademarks of ERCO & GENER.
Hayes is a registered trademark of Hayes Microcomputer Product Inc. The names of products and
companies mentioned in this document may be names or trademarks of their respective holders.
The use of some products or services described in this document may require a paying subscription. The
availability of some products or services described in this document may change, depending on the
configurations and the materials.
In some countries, restrictions of use of the devices may be applied. For more information, thank you to
contact your nearest legally qualified local government representative.
ERCO & GENER follows a method of continuous development. Consequently, ERCO & GENER reserves
the right to change and improve any of its products described in this document, without previous notice.
The contents of this document are provided “as it is”. Except for the applicable obligatory laws, no guarantee
in any form, explicit or implicit, including but without being limited to it the implicit guarantees of aptitude to
marketing and of appropriateness to a particular use, is granted concerning the precision, the liability or the
contents of this document. ERCO & GENER reserves the right to revise or withdraw this document at any
time and without notice.
In any case, ERCO & GENER cannot be held responsible for any loss of data or income, as well as
particular damage, incidental, consecutive or indirect.

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1 References
1.1 Referred documents
Commands List of the embedded application EaseTrack developed by ERCO & GENER:
EG_EaseTrack_01_CL_xxx_UK.pdf
Software updating procedure:
EG_GenTrack23e_997_UP_xxx_yy
EGM Commands List of ERCO & GENER:
AOB Products Technical Document (EG_AOB_xxx_UG_xxx_UK revision x).
GSM reference documents:
●GSM 07.05.
●GSM 07.07.
1.2 Appellations and Abbreviations
The terms "Unit or Module or GenTrack" refer to a GenTrack 23e
The terms "Base, Charger " refer to the GenTrack base which is necessary to charge the battery and to
dialog / set the parameters via USB.
AC Alternative Current
ACM Accumulated Call Meter
A-GPS Assisted GPS
AMR Adaptive Multi-Rate
AOB Application On-Board
AT Attention (prefix for modem commands)
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CLK ClocK
CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor
CS Coding Scheme
CTS Clear To Send
dB Decibel
dBc Decibel relative to the Carrier power
dBi Decibel relative to an Isotropic radiator
dBm Decibel relative to one milliwatt
DC Direct Current
EFR Enhanced Full Rate
EGM Erco Gener Middleware
E-GSM Extended GSM
EMC ElectroMagnetic Compatibility
EMI ElectroMagnetic Interference
ESD ElectroStatic Discharges
ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute
FIT Series of connectors (micro-FIT)
FR Full Rate
FTA Full Type Approval
FTP File Transfert Protocol
GCF Global Certification Forum
GND GrouND
GPIO General Purpose Input Output
GPRS General Packet Radio Service

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GPS Global Positioning System
GSM Global System for Mobile communications
HR Half Rate
I Input
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identification
I/O Input / Output
LED Light Emitting Diode
LLC Low Level Command
MAX MAXimum
ME Mobile Equipment
MIC MICrophone
Micro FIT Family of connectors from Molex
MIN MINimum
MNP Microcom Networking Protocol
MO Mobile Originated
MS Mobile Station
MT Mobile Terminated
NOM NOMinal
O Output
Pa Pascal (for speaker sound pressure measurements)
PBCCH Packet Broadcast Control Channel
PC Personal Computer
PCL Power Control Level
PDP Packet Data Protocol
PIN Personal Identity Number
PLMN Public Land Mobile Network
PUK Personal Unblocking Key
RF Radio Frequency
RFI Radio Frequency Interference
RI Ring Indicator
RMS Root Mean Square
RTS Request To Send
RX Receive
SIM Subscriber Identification Module
SMA SubMiniature version A RF connector
SMB SubMiniature version B RF connector
SMS Short Message Service
SNR Signal-to-Noise Ratio
SNTP Simple Network Time Protocol
SPI Serial Peripheral Interface
SPL Sound Pressure Level
SPK SpeaKer
SRAM Static RAM
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
TU Typical Urban fading profile
TUHigh Typical Urban, High speed fading profile
TX Transmit
TYP TYPical
UTC Universal Time Clock
VSWR Voltage Stationary Wave Ratio

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2 Packaging
2.1 GenTrack 23e (only)
2.1.1 Content
The GenTrack 23e is supplied with:
- The GenTrack 23e with its protecting cap,
- A technical sheet (Instructions Sheet),
- A fixing clip.
2.1.2 Cardboard packaging
External dimensions of the modem packaging:
- Width : 73 mm,
- Height : 73 mm,
- Length : 145 mm.
A packaging label is stuck on the case. It shows:
- The ERCO & GENER logo,
- The product reference : GenTrack 21e or GenTrack 23e,
- The CE and RoHS Compliant marks,
- The IMEI barcode with 15 digits.
Dimensions of the label:
- Height: 37 mm,
- Length: 70 mm.

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2.1.3 Casing labels
On the casing, the production label shows the following information:
- The mark GenTrack 21e or GenTrack 23e,
- The barcode of the IMEI with 15 digits.
The marks MADE IN FRANCE, CE and crossed bin (DEEE standards) are also marked inside the casing.
2.2 Starter Kit GenTrack 23e
The GenTrack 23e can be directly supplied packaged in Starter Kit with all the accessories under the
reference: 4408100017
2.2.1 Content
By default, the Starter Kit is supplied with:
- a GenTrack 23e equipped with a cap protecting the connector,
- a technical sheet (Instructions Sheet),
- a fixing clip,
- a charger
- an external power supply 230VAC 15W on µFit 4 points connector (ref : 0471210705),
- a DC supply cable on µFit 4 points with fuse (ref : 4402000100),
- a USB-A / USB-B M-M / 2m cable (ref : 1104000400).

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2.2.2 Cardboard packaging
The external dimensions of the modem packaging are:
- Width : 154 mm,
- Height : 80 mm,
- Length: 208 mm.
A label is stuck on the rear side of the packaging. It shows:
- The logo ERCO & GENER,
- The product reference : GenTrack 21e or GenTrack 23e,
- The mark CE and RoHS Compliant,
- The IMEI barcode with 15 digits.
The dimensions of the packaging label are:
- Height: 37 mm,
- Length: 70 mm.
2.3 Option leather bag for belt
ERCO & GENER has developed a leather transport bag especially adapted to the GenTrack 23e. This bag is
equipped with a belt clip.
Contact us

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3 General Presentation
3.1 Description
Description of the front side of the GenTrack 23e with audio option:
Description of the charger:
Front side
USB connector
Type B
Micro FIT supply
connector
LEDs
Buttons
Loudspeaker
Microphone

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3.2 External connections
3.2.1 GenTrack 23e connections
WARNING: The GenTrack 23e can be powered to charge their battery only through their charger
base.
3.2.2 Charger connections
3.2.2.1 Micro Fit connector
The Micro Fit 4-point connector is used to connect the external DC supply, used to charge the GenTrack.
WARNING: The power voltage must be between 5 VDC mini and 15 VDC maxi.
3.2.2.2 USB connector
The USB connector (type B) is used for the connection of the USB 2.0 link (Full Speed compatible). The USB
port is used to program and to recover the data stored in the Gentrack23e.
When there is no external supply connected on the Micro-Fit 4-point connector, the USB supply can be used
for a slow charge of the unit (the time of charge depends on the voltage available on the USB output)
Pin N° Signal
1 +VDC
2 GND
3 NC
4 NC
Pin N° Name
1 Supply +5V (VBUS) 500mA max.
2 Data (D-)
3 Data (D+)
4 Ground (GND)

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3.2.3 Accessories supplied in the Starter-Kit
3.2.3.1 Supply cable
The 2-wire Micro Fit cable allows to supply the charger base from an external DC source.
WARNING: The power voltage must be between 5 VDC mini and 15 VDC maxi.
3.2.3.2 USB 2.0 type A Male and type B Male cable
The USB type A Male et type B Male cable allows the dialog via the USB port between the GenTrack 23e
and a communication terminal type USB-A.
Component Characteristics
4-pin Micro FIT connector Supplier : MOLEX
Cable Length ≈1.5m
Wire Tinned copper 24 x 0.2 mm
Section : 0.75 mm²
Fuse L2.5A L250V
Pin N°
Type A Type B Description
1 1
Power supply +5V (VBUS)
500mA max.
2 2 Data (D-)
3 3 Data (D+)
4 4 Ground (GND)
Component Characteristics
Cable USB 2.0 Length ≈2 m
USB type A Male
USB type B Male
5mm stripped and
tinned wire
Black wire (GND)
Molex connector
Micro FIT 3.0
Red wire (+VDC) 2.5A/250V fuse
(5 x 20 mm)
View from cable side

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3.2.3.3 Power supply
This power supply 230 Vac / 12 Vdc – 1.2 A (15W) with 4-pin Micro-Fit connector allows to supply the
charger base.
This external power supply is compact and light it is equipped with a European plug and a Micro-Fit
connector to connect directly to the GenTrack 23e base.
3.2.3.4 Fixing clip
This clip allows to fix the GenTrack 23e on a wall support for example.
Diameter of the 2 fixing holes: Ø 5,8 mm
Pitch between the 2 fixing holes: 40 mm
Description : Protected against short-circuits.
AC input voltage 100-240 Vac / 0,4 A à 50-60 Hz
DC output voltage 12 Vdc ± 5% 1250 mA
Operating temperature 0 to +40 °C
Relative humidity 30% - 85%RH
Standards
CE – CB - EN60950 (VDE)- T
MARK – UL1310 – UL1950 – CSA
22.2,NO.950
Cable length 2m ±15cm
Output connector 4-pin Micro-Fit connector for
GenTrack 23e
Dimensions 78 x 53 x 34 mm
Weight 140 gr

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4 Characteristics and Services
The GenTrack 23e is a portable equipment that transmits a GPS position via the GSM network, with a SMS
or a GPRS link.
By default, the GenTrack 23e is supplied with an embedded application "EaseTrack" developed by ERCO &
GENER which allows, after having set the parameters, a use in Tracking mode or people tracking (Vocal
option necessary) or PDS (Prise de Service)
ERCO & GENER also proposes an operating system 'EGM' (ERCO & GENER Middleware) which allows the
development of embedded applications for the GenTrack 23e.
EGM development kit and trainings, contact us
4.1 GSM / GPRS functions:
- E-GSM Quad-bands 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
- ETSI GSM Phase 2+
- Class 4 (2W @ 850 / 900 MHz)
- Class 1 (1W @ 1800 / 1900 MHz)
- GPRS Class 10 (Up to 4Rx / 2Tx)
- Supports PBCCH, Coding scheme: CS1 to CS4
- Library (PPP, TCP, UDP, FTP)
- Asynchronous data circuit, transparent and non-transparent up to 14400 bits/s
- SMS point to point MT/MO and SMS CB (Cell Broadcast)
4.2 GPS function
- 50-channel µBlox NEO5 receiver
- Precision:
• 2,5 meters CEP
• 2m CEP (DGPS SBAS)
• A-GPS
- Acquisition time:
• Hot start: < 3 sec
• Cold start: < 32 sec
- Reacquisition time after loss of signal: < 1 s
- High sensitivity: -160 dBm in Tracking
- Protocols: NMEA-0183 Input/output - UBX

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WARNING: The GPS module has a clock and a real time calendar (RTC).
To calibrate this date and this hour, the GPS module must have captured a valid position.
This clock is saved as long as the battery is not disconnected.
4.3 Functions
- A-GPS (Assisted GPS)
- Management of energy and programmable events
- 3 axis accelerometer (±2g / ±8g) :
• Verticality
• Movements
• Shocks
- Storage capacity: 10 000 frames with the current basic application EaseTrack (changing with EGM
development)
- Zones management (Géofencing)
- AT Commands
- Vocal functions
- Watchdog
4.4 Interfaces
- Integrated GSM / GPS antennas
- Rechargeable integrated battery : LiPolymer 3.7 Vdc / 2,6 Ah
- SIM reader (SIM 1,8 / 3V)
- Configurable buttons
- Microphone
- Loudspeaker / Transducer
- 3 configurable LEDs (GSM, GPS, Processor)
- Supplied with fixing clip
- Charger base:
• Smart charge
• Configuration (USB link)
4.5 Autonomy
IMPORTANT : The GenTrack autonomy mainly depends on the functioning mode and the selected
parameters.

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In the basic application EaseTrack(*) provided with the GenTrack 23e, the unit can be programmed
according to several criteria like for example sending or not the data in GPRS TCP/IP, keeping it on or not
between two measures of the GPS module, the use of not of the audio functions (buzzer, vocal mode) …etc.
The autonomy also depends on the GPS coverage. The use in "open sky" and the activation of the A-GPS
(Assisted GPS) are strongly recommended.
Examples of autonomy (information given as an indication)
Mode GenTrack 23e
TRACKING mode without sending data with a
GPS capture every 60 mn.
60 days
TRACKING mode without sending data with a
GPS capture every 1 mn.
60 hours
(*) The functioning of the basic application "EaseTrack" is described in the document "Command List" :
EG_EaseTrack_01_CL_xxx_UK.pdf and in the associated application notes,
Note: A software for autonomy simulation will be soon available.

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5 Using the GenTrack 23e
5.1 Starting with the GenTrack 23e
5.1.1 Installation de the SIM card
The GenTrack 23e is supplied without SIM card. The installation of the SIM card requires the opening of the
unit.
•Remove the 3 locking screws on the rear side of the equipment.
•Separate the front face delicately in order not to pull the keyboard cable out.
•Insert the SIM card, the SIM contacts bellow and the cut angle towards the outside of the casing.
WARNING: The PIN code of the SIM card must be unlocked (Cancel the request for PIN code).
•Check that the battery is correctly connected.
•Close the device.
Cable
Battery connector SIM card
Screws