METRACKCO STC68 User manual

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METRACKCO
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OBD Vehicle Tracker
STC68
User Guide

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Contents
1. Notice............................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Usage Information......................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Product Accessories ...................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Product Function and Specifications................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Specifications................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.3 Product Function ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3.1 GPS Tracking ....................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3.2 Alarms .................................................................................................................................................5
2.3.3 Vehicle Fault and Safe Driving Reminder ............................................................................................ 5
2.3.4 Integrated Functions........................................................................................................................... 6
3. View…………..…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6
4. Quick Start……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6
4.1 Insert the SIM Card........................................................................................................................................ 7
4.2 Charge the Battery ........................................................................................................................................ 8
4.3 LED Indicators................................................................................................................................................ 8
4.4 Track by Calling ............................................................................................................................................ 8
4.4.1 Multiple Phone numbers–A71 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.4.2 Listening-in (Voice Monitoring) –A72 .............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.4.3 Smart Sleep Mode –A73 .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
4.4.4 Time Zone –B35 ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
4.5 Configure by Computer ................................................................................................................................. 11
4.5.1 SMS Tracking ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
4.5.2 GRPS Tracking and Buzzer Reminding Configuration .............................................................................................................................................................15
4.5.3 Fault Record ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
4.6 Platform Tracking .......................................................................................................................................... 19
5. STC68 Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 19
5.1 Plug Car Connector Directly 19
5.2 Use the Extension Cable to Install (Optional) ................................................................................................ 20
6. Applicable types of Vehicles ................................................................................................................................ 22
7. Copyright and Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................. 24

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1.
Notice
1.1 Usage Information
oThis product is a wireless communication terminal; please turn it off before getting into the oil depot, places of
dangerous goods, restricted area.
oEnsure that it is not exposed to rain and high temperature while installing and running.
oIrresistible factors, such as bad weather and metal objects may lead to poor signal reception.
oAs this product utilizes wireless transmissions, for better signal strength, please put it to the place where no
metal shielding while using optional extension cable.
oThe operating voltage of this product is DC 12V, and cannot be installed with 24V or 36V, otherwise it will be
damaged . This is not included in warranty policy.
oEnsure Ignition is off during the period of installation, plug in the terminal and then start the vehicle.
oIn order to prevent the unit from unwanted removal, please use OBD extension cable to hide the unit in a
proper place for prolonging removal time.
1.2 Product Accessories
Please check the package you received as per below list, ensure accessories are completed and properly
purchased on demand.
Standard Accessory
Optional Accessory
Number
Item
Quantity
Number
Item
Quantity
1
STC68 Device
1 pc
1
OBD Extension Cable
1 pc
2
USB Data Cable
1 pc
2
Velcro
1 pc
3
Quick Start Instruction
1 pc
4
Warranty Card
1 pc
5
Certificate of Quality
1 pc
6
CD (Including User Manuals,
Protocol, Configuration
Software )
1 pc
7
Package
1 Set

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2. Product Function and Specifications
2.1 Introduction
STC68 is a GPS vehicle tracker specially developed and designed with OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics II) function,
mainly used for vehicle tracking, anti-theft, vehicle examination and fault diagnostics etc. It can provide you with
professional analysis for economic and safe driving.
STC68 can be easily and quickly installed, plug-in and play.
STC68 is applicable to those private cars and other vehicles with OBD II standard protocol and connector.
2.2 Specifications
Items
Specification
Dimension
69.8*51.8*3 1.8 mm
Weight
60g
Input Voltage
DC 12V/1A
Back-up Battery
150mAh/3.7V
Power Consumption
100mA
Operating
Temperature
-20℃~55℃
Humidity
5%~95%
Work Time
7 hours in power-saving mode and 1.5 hours in normal mode (with back-up battery)
LED
2 LED lights to show GPS/GSM status
Button
1 SOS button, 1 power button
Microphone/Speaker
Internal microphone and speaker
Memory
8MB
Sensor
Tremble sensor
GSM Frequency
GSM 850/900/1800/1900MHz
GPS Chip
Latest GPS SIRF-Star IV chipset
GPS Sensitivity
-163dB
Positioning Accuracy
10 meters
Input/ Output
1 port for USB cable

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2.3 Product Function
2.3.1 GPS Tracking
Function
Description
Real Time Tracking
Send SMS/GPRS command to get real time position.
Timing Tracking
Set time interval for tracking. The unit will, in accordance with the preset time, report
location information at interval to the platform or mobile phone.
Distance Tracking
Set distance interval for tracking. The unit will, in accordance with the preset distance,
report location information at interval to the platform.
Turn Report
Set turn angle. The unit will report location information if its turn angel is greater than
preset angel. This will be a supplement when timing tracking report and distance tracking
report are absent in the corner.
2.3.2 Alarms
Function
Description
Disassemble Alarm
An alarm will be generated and sent to the platform or mobile phone when the device is
removed from the OBD socket.
Speeding
Set speed limit through the platform. An alarm will be generated if the speed exceeds
preset value.
Geo Fence
Set a circular geo-fence with center coordinates and radius.
When the device enter or quit the fence, it will report alarm to the platform or send
SMS to your mobile phone.
SOS
Press SOS button to generate alarm.
Low Power Alarm
Alarm will be generated when the external power supply is less than 10V.
Terminal Status Alarm
Turn on or restart STC68, alarm will be generated.
2.3.3 Vehicle Fault and Safe Driving Reminder
Function
Description
Alarm when vehicle fault occurs.
Vehicle Fault
Read fault code and freeze frame.
Alarm
The device will cache fault data stream, store fault data in GPSLOG and upload it to the platform.
Fault content, possible reasons and freeze frame data will be shown on the platform.
In order to avoid high maintenance costs, when fault alarm is occurred, please solve it in time.
Maintenance Reminder Alarm
Fatigue Driving Alarm
Safe Driving
Parking Overtime Without Ignition Off Alarm
Reminder
Engine Overheat Alarm
RPM Speeding Alarm
Rush Deceleration Alarm
Rush Accelerate Alarm

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2.3.4 Integrated Functions
Function
Description
Listen-in Function
Listen-in function helps driver to know the status inside the car, and provide analysis report
when it has been stolen.
OTA
OTA (Upgrade over the air) enable firmware could be upgraded remotely.
GPSLOG
When GPS fix, the device will record vehicle running track in time interval. You can read this
GPSLOG from METRACKCO Manager. Total 130000 records can be recorded.
GPS&GSM
Tracking
When no GPS fix, the device will get position data from GSM base station as supplementary
for tracking.
GPS Blind Spot
Report
When entering and leave GPS blind area, device will send alert to the platform.
GSM Blind area
storage/Replenish
Alarm
If the device failed to send out data in GSM blind area, it will record the data and re-send to
the platform when GSM signal is recovered.
Built-in FLASH 8M, GPRS buffer 8000, SMS buffer 256.
Mileage Report
Mileage information is contained in each GPRS data. You can modify the device’s mileage as
the same with vehicle odometer value when using it initially.
3. View
4. Power 5. GSM LED 6. GPS LED 7. SOS Button
OBD Plug
1. TF Card Slot
3.USB
Interface
2. SIM Card Slot
8. Microphone

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NO.
Name
Function
1
TF Card Slot
TF maps card slot (only applicable in China mainland)
2
SIM Card Slot
SIM card slot
3
USB Interface
USB Interface enables to charge, connect the computer for the parameters
configuration and firmware upgrade.
4
Power
In the case of turn off, press and hold the power switch for two seconds, until the
device is beeping and on.
In the case of turn on, press and hold the power switch for two seconds, until the
device is beeping and off.
In sleep mode, short press the power switch to wake up the device, power LED
indicator flashes slowly for 10 seconds.
5
GSM LED
(Green)
GSM LED indicates that the device receives GSM signal. Details in”4.3 LED
Indicators”
6
GPS LED
(Blue)
GPS LED indicates that the device receives GPS signal. Details in”4.3 LED
Indicators”
7
SOS Button
In the case of emergency, press and hold the button for two seconds, the device
will beep in “BI” to alert users.
The device will call 3 Authorization phone numbers in turn and stop calling when
one phone answers.
Meanwhile, SMS will be sent to the authorized number. GPRS data will be sent to
the platform if GPRS is available.
In sleep mode, short press SOS button to wake up the device.
8
Microphone
The microphone is automatically enabled when the voice monitor function is on.
10
OBDII Standard Plug
Plug-in OBD II interface to get power and read the vehicle’s diagnostic data.
4. Quick Start
4.1 Insert the SIM Card
SIM Card：
Remove the cover of SIM card and insert SIM card as picture (chip down), refit the
cover.
Notice：
�Make sure there is enough charge (test it by SMS and Call after the SIM card
inserted );
�Make sure turn off the PIN function of the SIM card ;
�Make sure you have set Caller ID Display function if you need SMS report
after calling the device
Notice ： Please turn off STC68 before insert the SIM card
Insert SIM Card

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4.2 Charge the Battery
Please charge STC68 for at least 3 hours by the USB data cable while the first using. To shorten charging time,
please turn off STC68 while charging.
4.3 LED Indicators
Press and hold the Power button for 3~5 seconds to turn on/off STC68.
Once insert STC68 into OBD II connector, it will turn on automatically with BI buzzer.
GPS LED (Blue)
Status
Description
On
One button is pressed or input is triggered
Fast Flashing (every 0.1 second)
Initializing or low battery
Fast Flashing (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off)
GPS fix
Slow Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off )
No GPS fix
GSM LED (Green)
Status
Description
On
A call is coming in or busy
Fast Flashing (every 0.1 second)
Initializing
Fast Flashing (0.1 second on, 2.9 seconds off)
GSM signal received
Slow Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off )
GSM signal lost
4.4 Track by Calling
Make a call to STC68 and it will report with one SMS.
For example,
Now,110727 02:48,V,16,23 Km/h,61%,http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=22.540103,114.082329
&ie=UTF8&z=16&iwloc=addr&om=1
Click on the link then the location can be shown directly on Google Maps on your mobile phone.
Report description:

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Now,110727 02:48,V,16,23 Km/h,61%,http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=22.540103,114.082329
&ie=UTF8&z=16&iwloc=addr&om=1
Content
Description
Note
Now
Current Location
Alarm Type
110721 16:40
Date & Time: 21 July, 2011, 16:40pm
Date & Time in YYMMDD HH:MM
V
No GPS fixed
GPS Status Indicator:
A = valid, V = invalid
10
GSM signal=10
GSM Signal. Decimal Digit (0~31)
0Km/h
Speed=0
KM/h. Decimal digit
97%
Battery Power: 97%
Battery Power Balance (Percentage)
http://maps.google.c
om/maps?f=q&hl=en
&q=22.540103,1 14.0
82329&ie=UTF8&z=1
6&iwloc=addr&om=1
Latitude: 22.513015
Longitude: 114.057235
Google Maps Web Link with Latitude and
Longitude. Click on the link to get the location.
If your mobile cannot visit HTTP websites, input the latitude and longitude into Google Maps as the following
picture shows to get the position:
More SMS commands
You can configure STC68 by mobile phone or by computer using METRACKCO Manager.
For more details, please refer to part 4.5 Configure by Computer.
Note:
1. Password is 4 digits only and defaulted as 0000. You can change the password by METRACKCO Manager and SMS
command.
2. STC68 will only accept commands from a user with the correct password and report SMS report to the user.
If preauthorized phone number was set, only this phone number can receive SMS reports.

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4.4.1 Multiple Phone numbers–A71
Command: 0000, A71, phone number 1, phone number 2, phone number 3
SMS Get: IMEI, A71, OK
Note：
Authorize a phone number for SOS alarm, calling for location report, geo-fence alarm, and low battery alarm. Phone
Number: Max 16 characters.
If no preset phone number, it is empty (default is empty).
Send command “0000, A71” to delete all phone numbers.
When the SOS button is pressed, STC68 will make a call to phone number 1, 2 and 3. It will stop calling when one
number answers.
Example: 0000,A71,1381 1111111,13822222222,13833333333
SMS Get: 353358017784062,A71,OK
4.4.2 Listening-in (Voice Monitoring) –A72
Command: 0000, A72, phone number 1, phone number 2
SMS Get: IMEI, A72, OK
Note:
Authorize a phone number to make a silent call to the tracker. The tracker will answer the call automatically and
allows the caller to listen to what is happening around the tracker. There is no sound when the tracker is working.
Phone Number: 2 monitoring numbers at the most can be set, 16 characters per number.
If no preset phone number, it is empty (default).
If no phone number, but has “,”, the number related to this “,” is deleted.
Send command “0000, A72” to delete all phone numbers.
Example: 0000,A72,13844444444,13855555555
SMS Get: 353358017784062,A72,OK
4.4.3 Smart Sleep Mode –A73
Command: 0000,A73,X
SMS Get: IMEI,A73,OK
Note:
This setting is for power saving.
X=0, turn off sleep mode (default). STC68 can work for 1.5 hours with back-up battery.
X=1, normal sleep. STC68 can work for 4 hours with back-up battery. GSM module works. GPS module runs for 5
minutes and then close for 5 minutes intermittently.
Note: Normal Sleep is not recommended for users who set “track by interval”, because it will affect the
completeness of tracking.
X=2, deep sleep, STC68 can work for 8 hours with back-up battery. The tracker will enter this mode after it is
inactive or stationary (No SOS/any triggered by the button/input/incoming calls/message/movement) for 5
minutes. GPS module stops working and GSM module enters sleep mode. The tracker remains in this mode until it
is activated by SOS/any triggered by the button/input/incoming calls/message/movement. After that, it will