iStartek VT600 User manual

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GPS Vehicle Tracker
User Guide V1.1
VT600

File Name: VT600 User Manual Version 1.1
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Contents
1. Poduct Overview........................................................................................................................3
2. For Your Safety .........................................................................................................................3
3. VT600 Characteristics .................................................................................................................4
4. Getting Started..........................................................................................................................4
4.1 Hardware and Accessories...................................................................................................4
4.2 View .............................................................................................................................5
4.3 Functional Parts................................................................................................................5
4.4 Connecting and Installation ..................................................................................................6
5. Change Password......................................................................................................................7
6. Time Zone ...............................................................................................................................7
7. Track .....................................................................................................................................7
7.1 Track by SMS ..................................................................................................................7
7.2 Track by Calling................................................................................................................8
7.3 Track by Preset Interval.......................................................................................................8
7.4 Google Earth and Google Map .............................................................................................. 8
7.5 Track by GPRS between Server and Tracker............................................................................9
7.5.1 Set Tracker’s GPRS ID................................................................................................9
7.5.2 Set APN .................................................................................................................9
7.5.3 Set IP and Port .........................................................................................................9
7.5.4 Set DNS Server IP (optional).........................................................................................9
7.5.5 Enable GPRS Tracking................................................................................................9
7.5.6 Set GPRS Interval .....................................................................................................9
7.5.7 Set ACC Off Interval ...................................................................................................9
7.5.8 Set ACC Off Interval Function......................................................................................10
8. Authorization ....................................................................................................................... 10
9. Application Examples for Inputs .................................................................................................... 10
9.1 SOS Button Connection .................................................................................................... 10
9.2 Detecting Lock Status of Car’s Door or Trunk (Car Boot). ............................................................. 10
9.3 Connecting with Switch Sensors .......................................................................................... 11
9.4 Ignition Detection ............................................................................................................ 11
9.5 Analog Input (AD1) .......................................................................................................... 11
10. Speeding Alarm ..................................................................................................................... 12
11. Movement/Geo-fence............................................................................................................... 12
11.1 Movement Alarm............................................................................................................ 12
11.2 Geo-fence Alarm............................................................................................................ 12
12. Track by Distance................................................................................................................... 12
13. Listening-in (Optional).............................................................................................................. 13
14. Set Sensitivity of Tremble Sensor ................................................................................................ 13
15. Output Control....................................................................................................................... 13
15.1 Output Control (Immediate)............................................................................................... 13
15.2 Output Control (Conditional).............................................................................................. 13
15.3 Application Examples for Outputs........................................................................................ 13
15.3.1 Engine Cut...........................................................................................................13
15.3.2 Connecting with Car Alarm ........................................................................................14
16. Heading Change Report ........................................................................................................... 14
17. Heartbeat............................................................................................................................. 14
18. Track Log............................................................................................................................. 15
18.1 Log by Interval.............................................................................................................. 15
18.2 Auto Log when no GPRS ................................................................................................. 15
18.3 Format Buffer ............................................................................................................... 15
19. Power Down ......................................................................................................................... 15
20. Get IMEI.............................................................................................................................. 15
21. Initialization .......................................................................................................................... 16
22. Password Initialization.............................................................................................................. 16
Annex 1. SMS Command List ......................................................................................................... 16
Annex 2. Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 20

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1. Poduct Overview
VT600 is a GPS/GPRS based tracking device, specially developed and designed for vehicle real-time tracking and fleet
management.
VT600 has an inbuilt GPS module to obtain accurate position data. This device utilizes its GSM capability to send position
data to a specified mobile phone or server base for tracking and fleet management.
With internal memory, VT600 can store GPS coordinates when there is no GPRS connection, or at a specified interval
requested by the user.
One optional feature of VT600 is that a microphone can be linked and hidden somewhere inside the vehicle for listening to
the cabin.
VT600 has the following functions and features:
SMS and GPRS TCP/UDP Communication
AGPS ( with GSM Base Station ID)
Track on Demand
Show Location Directly on Mobile Phone
Track by Time Interval
Track by Distance
Listen-in (optional)
Anti-Jammer (optional)
GSM Blind Area Memory
Internal Memory for Logging
Inbuilt Motion Sensor for Power Saving
SOS Panic Button
Movement Alarm
Geo-fencing Control
Low Battery Alarm
peeding Alarm
GPS Blind Area Alarm (in/out)
Power-cut Alarm
Engine Cut (Stop Engine)
I/O: 3 digital inputs , 1 outputs and 1 analog inputs of 10 bits resolution
2. For Your Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.
Proper Connection Do not connect any parts of this product to other incompatible devices. When
connecting with other devices, read instructions carefully to ensure proper
installation.
Qualified Accessories Use original parts, qualified batteries and peripheral equipments to avoid
damage to VT600.
Safe Driving Drivers should not operate this product while driving.
Qualified Service Only qualified personnel can install or repair VT600.
Water Resistance VT600 is not water resistant. Keep it dry. Install this device inside the vehicle or
use a waterproof bag for protection if necessary.
Confidential Phone Numbe
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For safety reason, do not tell other people the mobile phone number of your
VT600 without taking precautions of security settings.

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3. VT600 Characteristics
Items Specifications
Power Supply 10.6V - 36V / 1.5A
Backup Battery 500mAh
Normal power consumption 55mA/h
Dimension 65 x 61 x 26mm
Weight 90g
Work time 30 hours in power-saving mode and 7.5 hours in normal mode
Operating temperature -20° to 55° C
Humidity 5% to 95% Non-condensing
Frequency Quad Band GSM 850/900/1800/1900Mhz
GPS Module latest GPS SIRF-Star IV chipset
GPS Sensitivity -163Db
GPS Frequency L1, 1575.42 MHz
C/A Code 1.023 MHz chip rate
Channels 48 channel all-in-view tracking
Position Accuracy 10 meters, 2D RMS
Velocity Accuracy 0.1 m/s
Time Accuracy 1 us synchronized to GPS time
Default datum WGS-84
Reacquisition 0.1 sec., average
Hot start 1 sec., average
Warm start 35 sec., average
Cold start 35 sec., average
Altitude Limit 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max
Velocity Limit 515 meters/second (1000 knots) max
LED 2 LED lights to show GPS/GSM status
Flash Memory 4MB
Button One SOS Button
Interface 3 digital inputs (2 negative and 1 positive triggering) 1 analog inputs
1 outputs.
4. Getting Started
This section will describe how to set up your VT600.
4.1 Hardware and Accessories
VT600 is supplied in a box which includes:
VT600 with battery, GPS antenna, GSM antenna, Wires with SOS button

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4.2 View
4.3 Functional Parts
GPS LED (Blue)
On One button is pressed or input is active
Flashing ( every 0.1 second) The unit is being initialized
Flashing (0.1 second on and 2.9 seconds off) VT600 has a GPS fix
Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off) VT600 has no GPS fix
GSM LED (Green)
On A call is coming in / a call is being made
Flashing ( every 0.1 second) The unit is being initialized
Flashing (0.1 second on and 2.9 seconds off) VT600 is connected to the GSM network
Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off) VT600 is not connected to the GSM network
Power On/Off Button Press and hold for 3~5 seconds to turn on/off VT600
SOS Button SOS button is connected with the wires. Press it to send SOS
alarm to the preauthorized phone number.
Mini USB Used for firmware update, configuration on PC and exporting
stored data.
SIM Card Holder Insert SIM card here
GSM Antenna Connector for GSM antenna
GPS Antenna Connector for GPS antenna
Screw Holes There are 4 screw holes on the tracker, 2 along either side that act
as fixing points to the vehicle
Microphone (optional) A microphone to be linked out for listening to the cabin
(wiretapping)
PINs Connecto
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PIN Color Function
Power Red DC In (power input). Input voltage: 10.6V~36V. 12V suggested
GND Black Ground
In White Digital Inputs. In1, In2 are negative triggering; In3 is positive triggering
Out Yellow
Outputs. Low voltage (0V) when effective and open drain when ineffective
Output open drain sink voltage (ineffective): 45V max.
Output low voltage sink current (effective): 500mA max.
AD Blue 10 Bits Resolution Analog Inputs. Input voltage: 0~6V
DC Characteristics of PINs
PIN Inactive Active Maximum
Input 1/2 Open drain or >1V 0V(GND) 45V
Input 3 Open drain or 0V(GND) >3V 45V
Output 1 Open drain 0V (GND) 45V/500mA
DC IN / 9-36V 45V
AD 1 / 0-6V 45V
4.4 Connecting and Installation
Read this manual before using your VT600. Check to make sure all parts are included in the packaging box.
4.4.1 Ensure that your VT600 has a working SIM card installed.
- Check that the SIM card has not run out of credit (test the SIM card in a phone to make sure it
can send and receive SMS)
- Check that the SIM card lock code is turned off
- If you require the function of sending an SMS location report to the authorized phone number
when it makes a call to the VT600, please make sure the SIM installed supports displaying
caller ID.
Before inserting SIM card, cut off the power for VT600.
Install SIM Card
- Unscrew and remove the front cover of VT600.
- Insert the SIM card by sliding it into the card slot with the chip module facing the connectors
on PCB.
- Replace the front cover and screw it in.
4.4.2 Antenna Connection
Connect the GSM Antenna to VT600.
Connect the GPS Antenna to VT600.
- GPS antenna is used to receive satellite signals in the sky. It should be fixed to face the sky, (It
is recommended to place this device under the windshield) and should not be covered or
shielded by any objects containing metal.
4.4.3 Find a suitable place inside the car for installing VT600. Wiring connections must be firm
and reliable. The joints should be wrapped tightly with insulating tape. The unused electrical
wire should be properly insulated.

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Check to make sure all wirings have been connected correctly. Then connect the AVL unit to
the motor power.
Make a missed phone call the VT600 using a mobile phone to check if the call can go through.
The VT600 should reply with an SMS indicating longitude, latitude, speed and date.
5. Change Password
Command: W******,001,######
Description: Change user’s password.
Note:
1. ****** is user’s password and the default password is 000000. The tracker will only accept commands from a user with
the correct password. Commands with wrong password will be ignored.
2. ###### is the new password. Password should be 6 digits.
Example:
W000000,001,123456
W123456,001,999999
6. Time Zone
Command: W******,032,T
Description: Correct time to your local time
Note:
1. Default time of the tracker is GMT
2. This correction is applied to location reports by SMS and SMS alarms.
T=0, to turn off this function;
T=[-720,720] to set time difference in minutes to GMT.
For those ahead of GMT, input the time difference in minutes directly.
For example, for GMT+8, W000000,032,480. (8 Hours is 480 minutes)
‘-‘is required for those behind GMT.
For example, W000000,032,-120. (2 hours or 120 minutes behind GMT)
Example:
W000000,032,480
W000000,032,-120
7. Track
7.1 Track by SMS
- Track on Demand - Reply with longitude, latitude, speed and date
Command: W******,000
Description: To get the current location of the tracker, send this command as an SMS or make a telephone call directly to
the tracker. After doing so, the device will report its longitude and latitude by SMS with the format as follows:
Latitude = 22 32 36.63N Longitude = 114 04 57.37E, Speed = 40.5Km/h, 2011-12-24,01:50
Example:
W000000,000
- Track on Demand - Reply with a link to Google Maps
Command: W******,100
Description: Send this command to the tracker and you will receive an SMS with an http link. Click on the link and the
location will be shown directly on your mobile phone using Google maps. For example:
http://maps.google.com/?q=22.540103,114.082329
Note: Only smart phones and PDAs support this function.
Example:
W000000,100

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7.2 Track by Calling
Make a missed call to the tracker and it will report its longitude and latitude by SMS with the following format:
Latitude = 22 32 36.63N Longitude = 114 04 57.37E, Speed = 40.5Km/h, 2011-12-24, 01:50
7.3 Track by Preset Interval
Command: W******,002,XXX
Description: Set an interval for the tracker to continuously report its location by SMS
Note:
1. XXX is the interval in minutes;
2. XXX=000 to turn off tracking by time.
Example:
W000000,002,030
The tracker will send location data back to your mobile phone every 30 minutes.
7.4 Google Earth and Google Map
Download Google Earth from http://earth.google.com/.
Start Google Earth (For more information about Google Earth please refer to http://earth.google.com/ or go to
http://maps.google.com)
Input the latitude and longitude that you received from the tracker by SMS and click the search button. Google Earth or
Google Maps will display the location for you.
Example:
When you receive: Latitude = 22 32 40.05N Longitude = 114 04 57.74E
Type as the following picture shows:
(Note: you should input the latitude and longitude as: 22 32 40.05N 114 04 57.74E)
And then you can find the location of your tracker:
You can also use local map software on PDA or car navigation device to input the coordinates.

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7.5 Track by GPRS between Server and Tracker
7.5.1 Set Tracker’s GPRS ID
Command: W******,010,ID
Description: Set a digital GPRS ID for the tracker.
Note: GPRS ID must not be over 14 digits.
Example:
W000000,010,100112112222
7.5.2 Set APN
Command: W******,011,APN,Username,Password
Description: Set APN details for the tracker
Note:
1. APN username and password are optional. If no APN username and password are required, just input APN only;
2. APN defaulted as ‘CMNET’;
Example:
W000000,011,CMNET,internet,internet
W000000,011,CMNET
7.5.3 Set IP and Port
Command: W******,012,IP,Port
Description: Set the IP and Port of tracker for GPRS communication.
Note:
1. IP is your server’s IP or the domain name.
2. Port: [1,65534]
Example:
W000000,012, 195.87.7.121,8500
W000000,012,www.domain.com,8500
7.5.4 Set DNS Server IP (optional)
Command: W******,009,DNS Server IP
Description: If the domain name you set by the last command (W******,012,IP, Port) doesn’t work, your server IP is not
properly set. You can first use this command to set DNS Server IP (please check with your DNS server provider for the
DNS Server IP) and then redo the command W******,012,IP, Port.
Example: W000000,009,202.105.21.232
7.5.5 Enable GPRS Tracking
Command: W******, 013, X
Description: Enable GPRS tracking function.
Note:
X=0, to turn off GPRS tracking (default);
X=1, to enable GPRS tracking via TCP;
X=2, to enable GPRS tracking via UDP.
Example: W000000,013,1
7.5.6 Set GPRS Interval
Command: W******,014,XXXXX
Description: Set time interval for sending GPRS packets.
Note:
XXXXX should be in five digits and in unit of 10 seconds.
XXXXX=00000, to turn off this function;
XXXXX=00001~65535, time interval for sending GPRS packet and in unit of 10 seconds.
Example: W000000,014,00060
In this example, the tracker will send every 600 seconds (10 minutes).
7.5.7 Set ACC Off Interval
Command: W******,304,XXXXX
Description: Set ACC off interval for sending GPRS packets when ACC off. Input3 is used as the ACC detect input.
Note:
XXXXX should be in five digits and in unit of 10 seconds.
XXXXX=00000, to turn off this function;
XXXXX=00001~65535, time interval for sending GPRS packet and in unit of 10 seconds.
Example: W000000,304,00060
In this example, the tracker will send every 600 seconds (10 minutes) when ACC off.

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7.5.8 Set ACC Off Interval Function
Command: W******,305,X
Description: Set ACC off tracking function, Input3 is used as the ACC detect input.
Note:
X=0, to turn off this function;
X=1, turn on this function.
When enable this function, it will track by ACC off interval(304) with ACC off, and track by time interval(014) with ACC on.
Example: W000000,305,1
In this example, it will turn on this function.
For more information regarding GPRS tracking please refer to GPRS Communication Protocol.
8. Authorization
Command: W******,003,F,P,T
Description: Authorize phone numbers for the SOS/inputs, receiving location reports, SMS alarms or phone calls
Note:
F=0, to turn off this function; (default)
F=1, only sends SMS to the authorized phone number;
F=2, only calls the authorized phone number;
F=3, both SMS and calling.
(Note: VT600 doesn’t support two-way conversation. Calling only gives ring and reminder to the authorized phone.)
P=1, set an authorized number for SOS button (Input 1);
P=2, set an authorized number for Input 2;
P=3, set an authorized number for Input 3.
T: Preset phone number. Max.16 digits.
Example:
W000000,003,1,1,88888888
9. Application Examples for Inputs
9.1 SOS Button Connection
Connect the SOS button and wires as below picture shows:
Note: input voltage to Input must not over 45V
After above authorization is completed, once the SOS is pressed, an SOS SMS - “SOS Alarm” will be sent to the
preauthorized phone number. Then a message with longitude and latitude will follow.
(Note: An SOS button is already connected to VT600 in standard packing)
9.2 Detecting Lock Status of Car’s Door or Trunk (Car Boot).
When the lock is opened, there will be a negative trigger to Input 1 or Input 2. After this, an SMS alarm will be sent to the
Lock Controller
lock unlock Input 1 or Input 2
White
Lock Switch
Power supply
Input 1 White SOS Button