Laipac StarFinder Aire User manual

Document No.: 270-UM-001
Document Type: User Manual
Security Level: Open
StarFinder Aire User Manual
(Preliminary)
Version 1.00
Dec. 05, 2015
Copyright Laipac Technology Inc.

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Release History
Revision Date Content
1.00 2015/12/05 It is an internal release

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Content
1. Introduction
1.1 Main Feature
1.2 Network Service
1.3 Care and Maintenance
2. Operation Instruction
2.1 Knowing about your SF-Aire
2.2 LED Indicators and Working Status
2.3 SIM Card and its Installation
2.3.1 Requirement of SIM Card
2.3.2 Installation of SIM card
2.4 Utility Software and its Usage
2.4.1 Utility Software – LocationNowSuite
2.4.2 Usage of Utility Software
3. Specification
3.1 General Electrical & Environmental Specification
3.2 GPS Engine Specification
3.3 GSM Module Specification
3.4 Specification of Connection Cable

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-Chapter 1 –
Introduction

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1.1 Main Features
The SF-Aire is a real-time postion tracking device which can work together with a
remote Location-based-service-platform through GSM/GPRS networks. It contains
the following major features:
•Qua-band GSM/GPRS 850/1900 900/1800 MHz
•Compliance to FCC, CE, and PTCRB
•Compact and robust case design support multiple installation methods
•Water proof compliance to IPV67
•GPS, GSM/GPRS & Battery/Status Indicator LEDs
•900mAh internal Li-Ion polymer rechargeable battery
•Built in high-sensitivity GPS receiver
•Intelligent Smart Logger, designed to store up to 8500 dynamic waypoint
information if there being no GPRS coverage, capable of re-transmitting the
information once GPRS recovers
•GSM/SMS or GPRS real-time position reporting by time interval or distance
traveled
•Capable of generating external-power-lost alert report
•Capable of counting the vehicle’s working time if it can provide a DC input
voltage signal which is related to its engine’s working status.
•Distance accumulator built in for mileage reporting
•Versatile multi-Geo-fence, up to 20, with alert selection of Geo-fence in, out as
well as both in & out
•Geo-fence alert email with address information
•Over-speed warning report
•Built-in motion sensor to detect impact/shock with alert report through GPRS/SMS
•1 input port with optical isolator
•2 output ports with built-in relay
•1 analog port
•1 RS232 port
•Wide voltage range of external DC power supply

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1.2 Network Services
In order to use SF-Aire, you must have GSM/GPRS network service from a wireless
service provider.
This device is approved for using GSM 850/900/1800/1900 networks. In certain case,
due to limitation of the service in your local GSM/GPRS network or the service plan
adapted by user, some of features coming with SF-Aire may not be available.
Check with your GSM/GPRS network service provider for having a suitable service
plan for user’s application.
1.3 Care and Maintenance
The suggestions below will help to ensure full warranty coverage of your SF-Aire.
• Do not store the device in areas with high temperature which can shorten the life of
electronic devices, damage batteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.
• Do not attempt to open the device without the knowledge of an authorized Laipac
technician.
• Do not drop, knock, or shake the device on purpose. It will trigger tamper alerts if
internal motion sensor is enabled.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the
device.
Read these simple guidelines below carefully. Not following them may be dangerous or
illegal. Also, Read the complete user guide for further information..

Interference
All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance.
Switch Off In Hospitals
Switch the device off near medical equipment.
Switch Off In Aircraft
Follow any restrictions. Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
Switch Off When Refuelling
Do not use the device at a refueling point. Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
Switch Off Near Blasting
Follow any restrictions. Do not use the device where blasting is in progress.
Qualified Service
Only qualified personnel may open or repair this product.
Batteries
Use only approved batteries. Do not connect to incompatible products.
Back Up Copies
It is recommended to save important settings.
Connecting To Other Devices
When connecting to any other device, read its user guide for detailed safety instructions.
Do not connect with incompatible products.

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-Chapter 2 -
Operation Instruction

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2.1 Knowing about Your SF-Aire
Fig. 2.1-1 to 2.1-4 show the locations and names of the major physical features with
this product
Fig. 2.1-1 Top view of SF-Aire
Fig. 2.1-2 LED indicators
Connection cable
LED indicators
Battery/Power LED indicator (Red)
GPS status LED indicator (Green)
GSM status LED indicator (Yellow)

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Fig. 2.1-3 Bottom view of SF-Aire
Fig. 2.1-4 The area behind Door
Connector of external
GPS antenna
Installation hole x 3
Door for SIM card installation
Mini USB Connector
Micro SIM card
receptacle
Reset Button

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2.2 LED Indicators and Working Status
Fig 2.2 LED indicators
There are 3 color LED indicators on SF-Aire. They are as below
●Battery/Power LED indicator (Red) – indicate if device has been powered on by built-in
battery or external DC power supply
●GPS status LED indicator (Green) – indicate if device has located its position or not
●GSM status LED indicator (Yellow) – indicate if device has connected to GSM network or not
Table 2.2 further describes how to identify the SF-Aire’s working status by observing
the behavior of those 3 LED indicators.
Function Battery/Power
LED GPS status LED GSM status LED
Powered by external power supply On
Powered built-in battery On
Without any power Off
Try to locate its position ON Flashing
Its position has been located ON ON
Try to connect GSM network ON Flashing fast
Connected to GSM network ON Flashing slowly
Table 2.2
Battery/Power LED indicator (Red)
GPS status LED indicator (Green)
GSM status LED indicator (Yellow)

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2.3 SIM Card and its Installation
2.3.1 Requirement of SIM Card
In order to use SF-Aire, user should have a valid 2G micro SIM (Subscribe Identity
Module) card provided by his local GSM/GPRS service provider. This card can be
with both of the GPRS data and SMS functions enabled, or only one of them.
If only SMS is enabled, user’s device will not able to access the Location Based
Service platform through GSM/GPRS network.
For example, if user wants to use Laipac’s LocationNow service platform to track his
SF-Aire, he needs have an enabled micro SIM card with the data service plan.
2.3.2 Installation of SIM card
Follow the steps below to install the SIM card into SF-Aire.
Step 1 Remove 2 screws on the door Step 2 Open the door

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Step 3 Install SIM card Step 4 Insert card into the receptacle
Step 5 Push the card to the end Step 6 Close the door and tie 2 screws

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2.4 Utility Software and its Usage
2.4.1 Utility Software - LocationNowSuite
As a position tracking device, if SF-Aire wants to work with certain Tracking Service
provider’s platform, such as, www.LocationNow.com from Laipac Technology Inc.,
it should properly be configured by using the special utility software,
LocationNowSuite.
The computer, used for installing this utility, should be with
●Microsoft Windows 7/8/10 O.S as well as USB 2.0 port (recommended)
●Microsoft IE9 or up browser (must)
●Adobe Flash Player V9.0 or up for IE (must)
●Internet access
User can download it by using the link below
www.LocationNow.com .
2.4.2 Usage of Utility Software
Refer to another document, “StarFinder Aire Operation Manual”, which including
the following instructions:
●How to install this utility software on your computer and its USB driver
●How to configure your SF-Aire
●How to upgrade your SF-Aire’s application firmware

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- Chapter 3 -
Specifications

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3.1 General Electrical & Environmental Specification
Item Min Typical Max Units
External DC power supply voltage 9 12 36 V
External DC power supply current 300 mA
Built-in Li-Ion polymer rechargeable battery 3.0 3.7 4.2 V
Current Consumption while connecting 50 140 300 mA
Current Consumption in operation mode
(Idling) 38 44 57 mA
Current consumption in operation mode
(Reporting) 130 135 140 mA
Current Consumption in
Power off Mode - 0.7 - uA
Peak Current (< 100mS) - - 1500 mA
Ambient operating temperature -20 - 60 ° C
Storage temperature -20 - 60 ° C
Table 3.1
Note:
Current consumption is subject to change in areas with lower signal’s strength vs higher
strength.

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3.2 GPS Engine Specification
Item Value Units
Channels 66 Channels
RF Frequency 1575.42 MHz
Position update rate 1 Hz
Position accuracy < 10 Meters
Velocity accuracy 0.1 m/s
Time accuracy 1 uS
Cold start acquisition time 35 Seconds
Warm start acquisition time 33 Seconds
Hot start acquisition time < 1 Seconds
Maximum velocity tracked 514 m/s
Maximum altitude tracked 18,000 Meters
Tracking Sensitivity -165 dBm
Navigation Sensitivity -160 dBm
3.3 GSM Module Specification
•Quad-band GSM/GPRS component (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
•Class 4 (2W @ 850 / 900 MHz)
•Class 1 (1W @ 1800 / 1900 MHz)
•R&TTE, GCF, FCC, PTCRB, IC
•Embedded TCP/IP stack.
•GPRS Class 10

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3.4 Specification of Connection Cable
3.4.1 Signal definition
No. Signal Name Description Wire’s colour
1 DC (+) External DC power supply (+) Red
2 GND Ground and External DC power supply (-) Black
3 Output 1 + Output port 1 connection + Light green
4 Output 1 - Output port 1 connection - Pink
5 Output 2 + Output port 2 connection + Purple
6 Output 2 - Output port 2 connection - Blue
7 Input 1+ Optical isolated input port (+) Dark green
8 Input 1- Optical isolated input port (-) Yellow
9 AD + Analog input port (+) Orange
10 AD - Analog input port (-) Grey
11 RS232 TXD RS232 data sending ( output from device) White
12 RS232 TXD RS232 data receiving (received by device) Brown