Prothelis meintal User manual
Manual
Prothelis AG
June 4, 2021
Important Note
PROTHELIS SAYS THANK YOU!
We are delighted that you have chosen to purchase a meintal
tracker from Prothelis and thank you for the confidence you have
shown in us.
1 Important Note
Although the typical activation time of the embedded SIM card is about 10 min
utes, this process can take up to 24 hours (depending on GSM network avail
ability). The activation process is indicated by a blue flashing LED light after the
device has been connected to the power supply.
Please note that the battery requires a minimum level of charge in order to acti
vate the device.
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Package contents
2 Package contents
• meintal (Tracker)
• USB cable
3 Activating meintal
1. Go to https://myprothelis.de/activate and create a user account.
2. Register your tracker and choose a service package for the desired period.
3. Connect meintal to an appropriate power supply using the included USB
cable and insert the plug into a 100240V socket.
4. The tracker flashes and should not be removed from the power supply until
the activation process has been completed. Once the tracker has been
activated, it stops flashing and is ready to use. While trying to registering
within the network for the first time the tracker flashes in blue light. If the
network registration was successful, the device updates the firmware, if
necessary, which is indicated by a blinking white light.
INFO
When shipped meintal is turned off. Please, see the section Using your
tracker to see how the tracker can be turned on.
INFO
You need the service package to use meintal and our 24h messaging
service.
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Installing the app
4 Installing the app
Download the free Prothelis app from the App Store or Play Store and simply
scan in the QR code.
Sign in to your account.
The tracker is now ready for use.
App Store (iOS) Play Store (Android)
Table 1: Mobile App QR Codes
Check the web app here: https://myprothelis.de
5 Using your tracker
Once successfully activated you can use your tracker straight away. Your tracker’s
current position and battery status can now be seen in the Prothelis app.
If you have any other questions or suggestions regarding our products, please
5.1 Charging your tracker’s battery
Connect meintal to an appropriate power supply using the included USB cable
and insert the plug into a 100240V socket. The tracker starts the charging
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5.2 Interacting with your tracker
process automatically. The charging process is indicated by a green light fading
in on the tracker. Once the charging process is complete, this light changes to
constant green. The Prothelis app informs you when the battery is low. The
tracker also indicates this with a flashing red light.
5.2 Interacting with your tracker
meintal has a push button which you can use to give a command. Each com
mand is confirmed by the LED. Below you can find a list of commands which are
supported by the device:
5.2.1 Switching on or off
Press the button for approx. two seconds. The LED will show a green color
when switching on and a red color when switching off.
5.2.2 Battery state
To display the battery charge, press the button for less than one second. The
LED will blink (blue in off state or green in on state) 1, 2 or 3 times, which is
corresponding to the states: low, normal or fully charged.
5.2.3 Activating SOS mode
To activate the SOS mode press the button twice shortly. The LED will blink
orange for two seconds.
5.3 SOS mode
In case of emergency, you can activate a so called SOS mode. After activation,
meintal will send a corresponding message and will update it’s position with 10
seconds interval until you cancel the SOS mode using the mobile application.
Please note that from security reason it is not possible to switch the device to
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SAFETY INFORMATION
off state or to deactivate SOS mode using push button while the SOS mode is
active.
INFO
You should never rely on SOS mode. In case of danger, always call the
appropriate emergency services.
6 SAFETY INFORMATION
Before you begin using the tracker you must please read through this
safety information.
It includes important information that guarantees the tracker is used correctly.
6.1 General
The tracker and its accessories can only be used properly if you are familiar
with the operating instructions and with the safety information and terms of use.
Being familiar with this will protect you and your environment against hazards.
In addition to the mandatory requirements contained in this safety information,
please also exercise the care that is typically required when using electrical appli
ances in traffic situations. Please contact us if you have any concerns regarding
the safety information. We will be happy to help you. Any use of the tracker and
its accessories other than for the intended use is prohibited. Any claims for dam
ages against Prothelis GmbH that are caused by use other than for the intended
use are excluded. All the specifications and information have been compiled
taking the current state of technology and engineering development standards
into account.
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6.2 First steps
6.2 First steps
Remove all the elements from the packaging and check that everything is present.
All products are subject to a restrictive quality control. Nevertheless, please
check that the elements (in particular the cable) are intact. Sources of danger
are, for example, cracks in the cable insulation. Only activate the tracker and its
accessories with the help of the quick start guide or the operating instructions.
The tracker and accessories are not intended for people (in particular children)
who cannot assess the implications of electronic and technical features and can
therefore not handle them. Children in particular cannot assess the potential
hazards, such as swallowing or improper use. The same care must be taken with
animals and pets. The tracker may only be charged in an ambient temperature
of 0 °C to 45 °C. Otherwise the battery could be damaged.
6.3 Safe storage
The tracker and accessories must be stored in such a way that they are out of
reach of the aforementioned people or animals and pets. The tracker has been
developed for use in temperatures ranging from 20 °C to 60 °C. Please always
ensure that the tracker is not exposed to any heat sources that exceed the afore
mentioned temperature. Otherwise it may overheat and in extreme cases lead
to the battery and tracker being damaged, with serious consequences such as
smoke or fire. Please refrain from having the tracker or accessories engraved.
This could lead to anything from an impairment of functionality to a complete
breakdown of the tracker, as well as potential hazards such as overheating.
6.4 Attaching the tracker safely
The cable must be protected from moisture. Always ensure that nobody but you
has access to the cable. Heavy mechanical strain or constant, unusually strong
vibrations must be avoided. Please always ensure that the tracker is attached
safely to the object being tracked.
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6.5 Damage
• Always ensure that the tracker is attached to the object being tracked in
such a way that it is not exposed to any excessive heat. (Tracker is at
tached under a vehicle’s bonnet).
• The tracker and accessories must not be attached and stored in or near
heating and gas equipment or similar.
• When attaching the tracker to motorised and nonmotorised modes of trans
port always ensure that it is not attached in a place that could impair steer
ing or functionality.
• When transporting (heavy) goods the tracker must be attached in such
a way that there is no chance of it being deformed as a result of a long
journey.
• The permanent use of the tracker in and around transmitters (radar sys
tems, transmission masts and similar) may lead to interference and impair
the tracker’s mode of operation.
• Interference can occur with objects which contain magnetic strips or chips
(credit, debit or similar payment and identification cards). In extreme cases,
this can lead to damage to the tracker or to the object itself. Try to keep
the tracker as far away from such objects as possible.
6.5 Damage
It is prohibited to use the tracker and its accessories if it can no longer be used
in the way it was intended (cracks in the monitor housing, no visual indicators
are displayed when connected to a power supply, damaged charging cable, or
the like). Please contact us or one of our licensed partner companies.
6.6 Battery/Waste disposal
Under the EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip
ment (WEEE), electrical and electronic items may not be disposed of together
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Declaration of conformity
with household waste. Consumers must hand over any waste equipment that
cannot be used any more to a separate collection point. By doing this it is en
sured that waste equipment is properly recovered and recycled, preventing any
negative impact on the environment. The same applies to batteries in accor
dance with the Battery Ordinance (BattV). It is prohibited to dispose of them in
the household waste. Used batteries/ rechargeable batteries may be returned
free of charge to collection points in your community.
Never try to remove the battery from the device!
7 Declaration of conformity
Prothelis AG hereby declares that the GPS tracking device meintal (article no.
090348002) complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provi
sions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The complete text of the Declaration of conformity
can be downloaded from the following website:
https://prothelis.de/conformity
8 Warranty
The statutory warranty period applies in each case.
9 Technical Specifications
9.1 Location Method
• GNSS (satellite navigation system)
• GSM (mobile)
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9.2 Connection
9.2 Connection
• GPRS
9.3 Protection Class
• IP 67
9.4 GNSS Receiver
• GPS + GLONASS
• Accuracy: <2.5 m (CEP)
9.5 GSM Module
• GSM 900 33dBm (2W)
• GSM 1800 30dBm (1W)
9.6 SIM Card
• Embedded SIM (integrated)
• Almost worldwide active
9.7 User Interface
• Button
• Status LED
• Mobile app
• Web app for PC
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9.8 Accumulator
9.8 Accumulator
• 5000 mAh LiPo accu
• Chargeable via USB
• Lasts up to 5 days during active usage
9.9 Temperature
• Charge: 0 °C to +45 °C
• Usage: Use in ambient temperatures from 20 °C to +60 °C
9.10 Button
• Battery state
• Turn device on/off
• SOS function
• Reset
9.11 Parameter
• Height: 21 mm
• Width: 57 mm
• Length: 120 mm
• Weight: 160 g (+/ 2 g)
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