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Installation and operating instructions
TK306 car GPS tracker
Introduction
In developing the products we offer, the manufacturers have acted with the utmost care and in
accordance with international standards.
Warranty
We offer a 12-month warranty on the products, which is valid from the date of purchase. Keep the
invoice or block you received at the time of purchase and / or the warranty card of the device,
because you can only enforce your warranty claim if you have them. During the warranty period, we
will replace any defective main unit, accessory or software of the product in the event of any defect
attributable to a manufacturing, material or software defect. Subsequent repairs to the device or its
accessories are not permitted by the manufacturer due to the design of the device.
The warranty does not cover a product (or accessory) that has been damaged or rendered inoperable
due to attempts to modify or repair the software, physical impact, poor voltage, improper use.
To ensure proper, effective and safe use of the product, read the instruction manual carefully and
keep it for future reference. Flexcom Kommunikációs Kft. Shall not be liable for any damage, product
damage, short-term or long-term health damage that may occur as a result of use, repair, storage
and transport other than those described in this manual.
Rights, trademarks
© 2019, Flexcom Kommunikációs Kft.
All rights reserved. No part of our printed or online publications may be reproduced, distributed or
transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording or other electronic and
mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher. To obtain a permit,
contact your dealer:
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Contact
Flexcom Communication Ltd.
2151 Fót, Szent Imre str. 94. HUNGARY
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://nyomkovetes.net
Office
2151 Fót, Dózsa György str. 34. HUNGARY
Phone: [phone]
Mobile 1: [phone]
Mobile 2: [phone]
Phone service: (Monday-Thursday) 9.00–15.00
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in our documents is accurate. Flexcom
Kommunikációs Kft. Is not responsible for typographical errors and misspellings.
Flexcom GPS Tracking Solutions, GPS Positioning System, Nyomkovetes.net is a registered trademark
and domain name of Flexcom Kommunikációs Kft. In Hungary. Other company and product names
mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
Protection of personal data
The product is a complete product as a combination of hardware and software components. For safe
and correct use, proceed as described in this manual during installation and use. Keep the device or
software out of the reach of unauthorized persons. Our company provides all technical and regulatory
conditions to ensure that data management complies with legal requirements and that your data does
not fall into unauthorized hands. We accept no liability for damage resulting from unauthorized use of
the product and software.
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Formats and notations
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Bold text Name of product components, instructions, options, processes, services, user interface
elements.
Italic text Links to other publications, emphasis.
Courier text System messages, internet addresses, document names.
Warning and cautionary signs:
Tips, advice, ideas.
Document download option.
General attention to information about the product or its operation.
Indication of situations with a lower risk to the user or the product (minor injuries,
inconveniences).
Indication of situations which present a higher risk to the user (serious injury, possibly
death) or which may cause damage or destruction of the product.
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Product Description
The device combines several functions of accurate positioning, safety, monitoring, emergency alarms
and full tracking. It supports SMS / GPRS / Internet data transfer functions and can be widely used in
many areas of location-based services, traffic safety and management.
Based on its design and mounting, the device was designed by the manufacturer primarily for
tracking (land, water or air) vehicles - as a result, its users are primarily the owners and drivers
operating the vehicles. The device is based on the GSM / GPRS network and GPS satellite positioning.
You can track your device using SMS messages or a web application.
Settings that affect the operation of the device can only be changed from another device
(smartphone, computer) using the appropriate application or SMS commands - so users can be sure
that the device always works according to the parameters they specify.
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How to use
After inserting a SIM card and setting up via SMS or a mobile phone or PC application, the device is
connected to the vehicle's electrical system. After switching on, the GPS receiver and the SIM card
automatically connect to the GPS and GSM networks (if available) and start collecting position data,
which can be queried using SMS or an internet application.
To use the features of your device, you need a SIM card, similar to a mobile phone. The device
communicates with the mobile service provider's network via SIM card, SMS or mobile phone or PC
applications.
After inserting the SIM card and charging the battery or connecting it to the vehicle, you can make
the necessary settings by sending an application or SMS (eg entering the device ID name, frequency
of sending GPS position data, etc.).
When switched on
The device continuously registers position data, which can be queried with a limited number of
SMS commands.
If you have a software subscription, the device sends the position data to the software service
center - the processed results (eg map route display, route event list, real-time tracking) - can
be viewed in the phone or computer application.
The subscription software provided by the distributor for the device greatly expands the range of
features of the device. These extensions are only available in the mobile or PC application.
You will find detailed information on the installation, use, maintenance and decommissioning of the
device in the following sections of the documentation.
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Technical parameters
Physical characteristics
Parameter Value
Dimensions (mm) W: 50, L: 64, H: 27
Weight (g) 60
Humidity from 5% to 95% (none condensing)
Water resistance IP65
Operating temperature from -20C to +70C
Storage temperature from -40C to +85C
Memory
Parameter Value
Built-in No
SD card No
Energy supply
Parameter Value
Battery Li-ion polimer 3.7V 200mAh
External input voltage 12-24 V
Charging current 1A
Charging time 1-2 hours
Operating time
Parameter Value
On battery 60 minutes
On vehicle power source Continuous
Network
Parameter Value
GNSS GPS / LBS
Type of data traffic GSM / GPRS (2G)
SIM card Normal
GSM frequencies 850, 900, 1800 és 1900 MHz
GSM chip CB900
GSM signal strength measurement No
GPS chip NS1315
GPS sensitivity -165 dbm
GPS accuracy 5 m
Communication
Parameter Value
SMS Yes
TCP Yes
Sensors
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Parameter Value
Vibration sensor No
Interface
Parameter Value
GSM antenna Internal
GPS antenna Internal
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User's guide
Transport and storage
The packaging is designed to protect the product from the usual levels of physical impact during
transport. Be careful to avoid effects other than these.
The packaging of the product is not water, flame and heat resistant and only moderately pressure
resistant. Therefore, do not keep the box in a humid environment, out of the reach of heat-emitting
equipment, or place heavy objects on it.
Installation
The package includes the device and its accessories.
Unpacking
Open the package.1.
Remove the product and its accessories.2.
Contents of the package
1 tracking device
1 installation instructions
Preparing the SIM card
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As with mobile phones, a SIM card is required to operate the device. The device communicates with
the mobile service provider's network via SIM card, SMS or mobile phone or PC applications.
You can purchase the card independently from your mobile service provider or, in the
case of a software subscription, from your product distributor. If you received the SIM
card from your dealer, you do not need to make any settings: the card is already set up,
inserted in the device, switched on and ready for use.
If you have received the SIM card from your dealer, do not try to transfer it to another
device (eg phone) and use it! The distributor (service provider) will reimburse the
resulting costs or the correction of the resulting errors.
Settings for your SIM card
If you did not obtain the SIM card from your tracking device vendor, you must set it up before
inserting and using it in the device, which you can do as follows.
Disable SIM card PIN and other functions
Insert the SIM card in your phone.1.
Among the setting functions of the phone2.
turn off the PIN code request, auto-reply and call forwarding options.3.
After turning off the above, insert the card into the tracking device. See the next section for
instructions on how to insert the SIM card.
Setting up data traffic
If you want to operate the device not only via SMS, but also e.g. If you use the software tracking
service provided by your dealer, you must activate GPRS (Internet) data traffic and enter the
appropriate network settings. To do this, you must send SMS messages from your phone to the phone
number of the SIM card inserted in the tracking device, as shown in the table below.
The factory-set access password for the tracking device in the commands: 123456
Setting SMS content Device response
Turn on GPRS data
traffic gprs123456 GPRS ok
Setting APN name
apn123456 APN-name apn ok
APN names for domestic service providers: Telenor:
online or net
Telekom: internet
Vodafone:
- in case of subscription: internet.vodafone.net
- in the case of a top-up card:
vitamax.internet.vodafone.net
Digi: internet
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If your mobile network provider has not provided you with an APN username and password, you do
not need to send the following SMS messages to the tracking device!
APN username apnuser123456 APN-username apnuser ok
APN password apnpasswd123456 APN-password apnpasswd ok
Inserting the SIM card
Only normal size SIM cards can be used with this product. If you have a micro or nano
SIM, use a card adapter!
Insert the SIM card into the device as follows:
Steps:
Open the cover of the SIM card slot.1.
Insert the card in the correct position.2.
Close the protective cover.3.
Connect the device to the vehicle circuit
To use the device properly, it must be connected to the vehicle's OBDII connector.
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Installing and accessing an application
In order to operate the device and other services based on it, the distributor provides mobile and
computer applications in the subscription system. The PC program is accessible via a browser at
https://gpspositions.net/map/, and you can install the phone application on your phone in one of the
following ways:
For Android phones
Open the Google Play app on your phone.1.
Search for “Flexcom” or “Flexcom tracking” on Google Play.2.
Install the tracking application.3.
or
Scan the QR code shown here with your phone.1.
Open the web address decoded from this.2.
Install the Flexcom tracking application.3.
For iPhones
Use the browser on your phone to access the service (https://gpspositions.net/map/).
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In order to operate the device and other services based on it, the distributor provides mobile and
computer applications in the subscription system. The PC program is accessible via a browser at
https://gpspositions.net/map/, and you can install the phone application on your phone in one of the
following ways:
For Android phones
Open the Google Play app on your phone.1.
Search for “Flexcom” or “Flexcom tracking” on Google Play.2.
Install the tracking application.3.
or
Scan the QR code shown here with your phone.1.
Open the web address decoded from this.2.
Install the Flexcom tracking application.3.
For iPhones
Use the browser on your phone to access the service (https://gpspositions.net/map/).
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Use of the product
User interface
The connectors and controls on the device are located at both ends, under a protective cover, and on
one side of the microphone.
LED display statuses
LED Status
GSM (green)
1 flash per 1 second Connected to a network in GSM mode
1 flash every 3 seconds Connected to a network in GPRS mode
On No GSM network connection
Satellites (blue) Flashes Connected to a satellite network
Off No satellite connection
Both LEDs flash five times quickly Successful OBD-II connection.
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Internal battery
The device has a built-in battery that is independent of the vehicle, for approx. Allows 1 hour of
operation. The battery is charged via the vehicle power supply. If you disconnect the device from the
vehicle and want to operate it from its own battery, switch the battery on (or off) using the on / off
button.
Operation of the device
The device can be operated in the following ways:
using the software service provided by the distributor and the SIM card together, in addition to1.
the software service provided by the distributor but using his own SIM card, or
without the service provider's software service, with your own SIM card.2.
The service provider provides a SIM card for the tracking device only if you subscribe to
the software service. In the case of unsolicited use of the software, the user must provide
the appropriate card with a data traffic limit (also).
With Distributor Software and SIM Card
In this case, you can receive the device in the ready state, no further settings are required to use it.
Separate software is available for setting or adjusting the operating parameters of the device, for
retrieving information or for using more advanced services (eg map route display, waiting and travel
points, diagrams, timetable, etc.). This is provided by the distributor in the form of a downloadable
application on a desktop and tablet browser on an Android mobile phone as part of a subscription
system.
To use the software, an active internet connection is required on your device (mobile
phone, computer).
The software stores and processes the data sent by the tracking device to the service provider's
center, from which the graphical and textual information is generated. Using the software triggers
(sometimes very expensive) SMS and voice call communication with the device and provides tracking
and security services that go well beyond the basic functions of the device.
After launching the application in a browser or phone:
In the login window, enter the username and password you received in the email from the1.
distributor or registered on its website.
In the interface that appears, select Help and review the information for using the software.2.
Software management information is available in its help.3.
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With Distributor software but with own SIM card
After setting up and inserting the SIM card as described in the setup chapter, you must register the
card. To do this, contact your software service provider (device vendor). From now on, the operation
of the device is the same as described in the previous chapter.
Without software, with own SIM card
If you have subscribed to the reseller's software service, DO NOT use the standalone SMS
communication method because
redundant (the software has all the functions needed for tracking and settings),
the software provider charges a separate fee for the possible elimination of
possible operational anomalies caused by SMS commands,
if you use your own SIM card in the device, SMS will incur extra costs,
if you use your service provider's SIM card, your service provider will reimburse you
for the cost of the SMS.
If you do not use (have not subscribed) to the software service provided by the dealer, you can only
use the basic functions of the device - by sending SMS messages from your mobile phone to the
phone number of the device's SIM card.
Setting options via software
A készülék működtetéséhez a Flexcom Kft saját fejlesztésű nyomkövető szoftvert is biztosít. A
működést befolyásoló, a készülék telefonos SMS üzenetek útján elérhető gyári alapfunkcióit lefedő, de
egyben azt lényegesen meg is haladó beállítási lehetőségeket a szoftver Beállítások, Parancsok és
Riasztások funkciói biztosítják.
A beállítások és a kiadható parancsok a készülék típusától függenek. A konkrét
lehetőségeket a szoftver a konkrét készülékhez igazítva bocsátja rendelkezésre. Erről
további információkat a szoftver használati útmutatójában talál.
A készüléket más szolgáltató szoftverével is használhatja - ekkor az ebben a fejezetben
leírtak helyett annak a szoftvernek a protokollját kell figyelembe vennie!
A Flexcom Kft asztali vagy mobiltelefonos alkalmazásának használata esetén a nyomkövetéssel
kapcsolatos beállítási műveletek az alábbi módokon érhetők el.
Asztali alkalmazás használata esetén:
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Válassza ki a kívánt készüléket a
térképen vagy a menüben.
A Beállítások vagy Parancsok feliratú
gombra kattintva kiválaszthatja a
kívánt általános beállítást vagy
működést.
Mobil alkalmazás használata esetén:
Az alkalmazás menüjében válassza a
Térkép menüpontot.
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Váltson át az Eszközök panelre.
Keresse meg az eszközök listájában
a készüléket és koppintson az
azonosító mellett levő Beállítás
ikonra.
Válassza ki a kívánt beállítást vagy
parancs küldése esetén a Parancsok
menüpontot.
Control the device with SMS commands sent from a mobile phone
The factory-set access password for the tracking device in the commands: 123456
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General settings
Function Description SMS message Device
response
Factory default setting Reset the device to factory settings. begin123456 Begin Ok
Change password Change the factory default password (123456).
password<old password> <new password>
For example: password123456 876543
The password must be a 6-digit Arabic number.
If you have subscribed to and use the reseller's software service, do not change the default factory password!
Password OK
Administrator phone number After setting the administrator phone number (s), the device only accepts calls and SMS commands from this number (s) and sends alerts to this phone number (s). Up to 5 such phone numbers can be set on the machine. After setting the first phone number, further ones can only be entered with SMS sent from this number.
admin123456 phone number
For example: admin123456 0036709876543
Use to enter the phone number
country code prefix (eg 0036, Hungary).
Admin Ok
Delete administrator phone number Delete a previously set administrator phone number. noadmin123456 phone number
For example: noadmin123456 003612345678
Admin Ok
Setting time zone The device default time zone is set to GMT + 0. This is changed (eg in the case of Hungary, the time zone is GMT + 1), as follows.
timezone123456 value wher value: eg. +1, -2,
0 etc.).
For example: time zone123456 +1 (Hungarian time zone
setting)
Time Ok
Query device status Querying the operating data and status of the device. check123456
The device
communicates
via SMS the
external
power supply,
battery
voltage level,
the status of
GPS and GSM
connections,
etc.
Query IMEI number Retrieve the IMEI of the device. imei123456
The IMEI
number of the
device.
Redirect messages Forward third-party messages received on the device's SIM card to the administrator's phone (eg SMS received from the SIM card provider). forwardi123456 <third party phone number> Forward Ok
Switch between SMS / GPRS mode Switch between controlling your device via SMS or an Internet connection. The factory default mode is SMS. GPRS123456 GPRS Ok
Reduced GPRS mode By setting it, the device switches to reduced (economy) GPRS mode 5 minutes after the vehicle is stopped. It has switched to full operation again for an alarm or to start the vehicle. less gprs123456 on
Less gprs on
Ok
Full GPRS mode Switch back from reduced GPRS mode. less gprs123456 off
Less gprs off
Ok
Restart the device Restart the GPS and GSM modules of the device. reset123456 Reset Ok
Query the position of the device
Description Device response
Call the phone number of the device's SIM card from your
phone.
After receiving the call, the device cancels it and then sends the
data back in an SMS message: latitude and longitude, current
speed, time and link, which, when clicked / tapped, will display the
device's indicator on the Google map in our phone's browser.
If the device cannot connect to GPS satellites (eg inside a building
or in another shaded area), use the cell information of the GSM
transmission towers to determine its position (LBS, Location Based
Service). Its accuracy depends largely on the distance from the
towers and the mobile network coverage.
Automatic tracking
You can set your device to send position data continuously under certain conditions.
Any of the auto-tracking settings discussed below can result in a series of SMS messages
between the tracking device and the owner’s phone - this can have significant cost
implications.
If you want to operate the device in this way, it is definitely recommended to use the
service provider's software tracking service, which provides these functions - regardless
of the frequency and amount of data transmissions - for a fixed monthly fee.
Function Description SMS message Device
response
Send position data at
specified intervals, in
specified quantities.
The device sends position
messages every XXX
seconds until you cancel
the command. The value
of the quantity (YYY)
parameter can be up to
255.
fixXXXsYYYn123456
For example: fix030s005n123456
Position
data
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Send position data at
specified intervals,
without quantity
limit.
A készülék XXX
másodpercenként YYY
darab pozíció üzenetet
küld. Az XXX
időintervallum minimum
20 másodperc lehet.
fixXXXs***n123456
For example: fix030s***n123456
Position
data
Sending position
data depending on
the distance
traveled.
The device can be set to
send position data
automatically after each
distance unit traveled. The
device continuously sends
the position data until the
command is canceled.
Before sending the
command, set the
device to “Send
position data at
specified intervals
without quantity limit”
mode (see previous
point).
distance123456 <distance in meters>
Például: distance123456 0050 (send
position data in every 50 meters).
Position
data
Turning off auto-
tracking
Disable any of the above
automatic tracking
settings. nofix123456
Interception of the environment (sound monitoring)
The device has a built-in microphone and data storage on an SD card. Ambient noise and sounds
listened to with the help of a microphone can be recorded on the card in the form of a sound
recording. You can listen to the recordings by moving the card to your phone or computer. The device
is set to tracking mode at the factory.
Function Description SMS message Device
response
Activate monitoring
mode
Turn on recording. The
trace is then paused and
the device is switched on
for approx. It records
sounds that can be heard
around 5 meters.
monitor123456
Deactivate
monitoring mode
Turn off recording, return
to tracking mode. tracker123456
Stopping the vehicle remotely
Once the device is connected to the vehicle, you have the option of stopping it remotely and
preventing it from restarting.
Immediate shutdown
Send the quickstop123456 setup SMS to the device. This activates the general setting, which1.
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