Global Sat TR-203A User manual

TR-203A
Version1.2
TR-203A
Personal Tracker
User’s Guide
v1.2
GlobalSat Technology Corporation
16F., No. 186, Jian-Yi Road, Chung-Ho City, Taipei Hsien 235, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]/ Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.globalsat.com.tw
USGlobalSat Incorporated
14740 Yorba CT. Chino, CA 91710
Tel: [phone] / Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.usglobalsat.com
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History
TR-203A
Version 1.2
Status
Version
Date
Comment
Audience
Approved
1.0.0
02/27/09
Document Creation
Public
Pending
1.1.0
03/04/09
Specification Revision
Public
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trademarks are acknowledged as the exclusive property of their respective owners.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, copied, or stored in any storage medium, for
any purpose, without prior written consent from GlobalSat Technology Corporation or USGlobalSat,
Inc. GlobalSat/USGlobalSat hereby grants the right to download one (1) copy of this manual onto a hard drive for personal
use.
This manual is copyrighted and may contain proprietary information that is subject to change without notice.
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TR-203A
Version 1.2
Table of
Contents
1. Warning
.............................................................................................................................................. 4
2.
Welcome............................................................................................................................................. 5
3.
Overview............................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Introduction
................................................................................................................................. 6
3.2
Feature........................................................................................................................................ 6
3.3 Required Items for
Tracking....................................................................................................... 6
4. Product Description
............................................................................................................................ 7
4.1 Tracker
Description....................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 LED Indicator Chart..
....................................................................................................................8
4.3
Accessories…...............................................................................................................................9
5.
Operation........................................................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Battery
Charging........................................................................................................................ 10
5.2 SIM Card
Installation................................................................................................................. 10
5.3 Initialization
...............................................................................................................................11
5.4 Carry
Bag ..................................................................................................................................11
6. Specifications
.................................................................................................................................. 13
6.1
Hardware................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2 Rechargeable Battery Pack
...................................................................................................... 14
7. Troubleshooting
.............................................................................................................................. 15
8. Contact Information
........................................................................................................................ 16
9. Safety
Information........................................................................................................................... 16
10. Limited
Warranty .............................................................................................................................. 18
11. FCC
Notice........................................................................................................................................ 23
12. PTCRB
Notice ................................................................................................................................... 24
13. CE Notice
.......................................................................................................................................... 25
Nominal electrical charging
characteristics......................................................................................... 26
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TR-203A
Version 1.2
1. Warning
USE RESPONSIBLY. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND
SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE TO AVOID INJURY.
GlobalSat Technology Corporation / USGlobalSat, Inc. will not accept any responsibility whatsoever for
accidents resulting from failure to observe the precautions provided. Manufacturer recommendations
must always take precedence over any instructions produced by other manufacturers, vendors,
telecommunication service providers, or tracking software developers.
WARNING: SIM card.
It is your responsibility as the device owner to disable voicemail, call waiting, and call forwarding. If not certain,
contact your telecommunications service provider to disable these features.
WARNING: Power supply usage.
It is your responsibility as the device owner to charge the internal rechargeable battery for a minimum of three (3)
hours via the supplied AC power adapter under the power-off condition. This is highly recommended for first time
users.
WARNING: Battery care.
It is your responsibility as the device owner to meet all battery operating parameters set forth by the manufacturer’s
specifications. Otherwise, operators exceeding the recommended Li-Ion battery pack care may encounter a
potential risk of heating, explosion, and ignition leading to the risk of fire and burns. Do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short contacts and dispose in fire or water. Do not use battery if the following is encounter: notice
physical damage, deformed, or emissions a foul odor.
WARNING: TO REDUCE FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD RISK, DO NOT EXPOSE PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DO NOT REMOVE ENCLOSURE. THERE IS NO USER INTERNAL SERVICEABLE PARTS.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
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TR-203A
Version 1.2
2. Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the GlobalSat TR-203A Personal Tracker. The TR-203A device incorporates the most
sophisticated communication mediums such as the GPS, GPRS, and SMS technologies via a GSM network
used today by many telecommunication industries. GlobalSat has married these technologies and transformed it
to a higher and better use, the result…an intelligent tracking device with the ability to monitor parties remotely;
i.e., the elderly, children, pets, and vehicles.
In today’s society, the need for tracking is essential and its applications are endless. The TR-203A device meets
and exceeds these needs for personal and asset tracking/management applications.
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TR-203A
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3. Overview
3.1
Introduction
TR-203A is a personal tracking device with fast acquisition times. Its compact, portable, and stylish design
users can remotely configure the TR-203A with ease. Displaying its physical location via a mapping
application of choice. In addition to its overall tracking abilities, the device incorporates voice monitoring,
geofencing, and data logging functions.
3.2
Features
The TR-203A encompasses many of today’s necessary features for tracking
applications.
High sensitivity GPS chipset Effortless configuration via SMS, GPRS, or USB
Combination of GPS and GSM/GPRS wireless
network
Quad-band GSM (850/900/1800/1900MHz) and
GPRS class10
Position tracking function: locate with preset time
interval or one time report via SMS or GPRS
Built-in data logger capability to record up to
150,000 data positions
SOS button for emergency rescue and action
Low power alarm by SMS/GPRS
Voice-Monitor function
GeoFence function
3.3 Required Items for
Tracking
TR-203A Personal Tracker (included)
GSM SIM Card (provided separately)
Tracking Software (provided separately)
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4. Product Description
4.1 Tracker
Description
1
6
2 7
3
4
5 8
1. SIM Card Holder 5. GSM LED
2. SOS Button 6. Reset Button
3. Power Status LED 7. Power Button
4. GPS LED 8. Mini-USB Port
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4. Product Description (Continued)
4.2 LED Indicator
Chart
Power Status
LED
LED
Orange
Red
State
TR-203A isconnected to charger or
USB
cable
Battery power is low
GPS
LED
LED
Blink Quickly
(Once per second)
Blink Slowly (Once
every 3 seconds)
State
TR-203A does not get GPS fix
TR-203A gets GPS fix
GSM
LED
LED
Blink Quickly
(Once per second)
Blink Slowly (Once
every 3 seconds)
State
No SIM card
inserted
TR-203A is searching GSM
network
SIM card is registering to
GSM
Standby Mode
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TR-203A
Version 1.2
4. Product Description (Continued)
4.3
Accessories
TR-203A AC charger
USB cable CD ROM
Carry Bag
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TR-203A
Version 1.2
5. Operation
5.1 Battery
Charging
Figure
1
Initially, the enclosed rechargeable battery requires a complete charge before device usage. Therefore, to
maximize your device’s battery life, it is highly recommended to proceed by performing the steps listed below.
METHOD 1: Using the AC adapter cable charge method:
1. Connect TR-203A to its supplied AC adapter cable.
2. Allow a 4 hour battery charge time. (TR-203A in power-off condition)
METHOD 2: Using the USB cable charge method:
3. Connect TR-203A to its supplied USB to Mini-USB cable to PC or Notebook. (Computer requires to
be turned “ON”)
4. Allow a 4 hour battery charge time. (TR-203A in power-off condition)
5.2 SIM Card
Installation
Figure
2
With the copper contacts facedown, align the notch on the SIM card with the notch on the SIM slot and insert
the SIM card. If the SIM is inserted correctly, you will not be able to see the copper contacts after inserting the
card.To eject SIM card, simply, use your fingernail and apply slight pressure.
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