Spy Tec Hardwired Tracker User manual
1Spytec Hardwired Tracker - User Manual
Spytec GPS
Hardwired Tracker
User Manual
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In the Box
• Tracker with SIM card installed
• Hardwired 4.25” (10.8 cm)
power cable with 7 sockets
Step 1: Professional Installation
We recommend installation by a professional technician, this is an installation that
can be handled by your preferred automobile repair shop. The professional will rst
connect the device’s detached harness to the vehicle’s power supply and then plug
in the device to make sure the device is able to register to the network and receive
the GPS signal. After this is done, the technician can place the device inside the
vehicle, typically under the dashboard.
CEL LED / GNS LED
7 PIN Interface
Step 2: Locate your IMEI
• Locate the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number on the bottom
of your tracker. The number is 15 characters long.
Step 3: Create an Account & Login
1. From a browser on a computer or smartphone, go to:
www.spytec.com/gps-activation.
2. Click on the “Activate a new tracker” tile.
3. Fill out the entire multi-screen form.
4. Your login details will be emailed to you.
5. Once you log into your account, you will see the mapping platform where your
Hardwired Tracker will show its location.
• Extension 2.5 ft. (0.76 m) harness
• AC adapter
Extension harness
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In the Box
• Tracker with SIM card installed
• Hardwired 4.25” (10.8 cm)
power cable with 7 sockets
Step 1: Professional Installation
We recommend installation by a professional technician, this is an installation that
can be handled by your preferred automobile repair shop. The professional will rst
connect the device’s detached harness to the vehicle’s power supply and then plug
in the device to make sure the device is able to register to the network and receive
the GPS signal. After this is done, the technician can place the device inside the
vehicle, typically under the dashboard.
CEL LED / GNS LED
7 PIN Interface
Step 2: Locate your IMEI
• Locate the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number on the bottom
of your tracker. The number is 15 characters long.
Step 3: Create an Account & Login
1. From a browser on a computer or smartphone, go to:
www.spytec.com/gps-activation.
2. Click on the “Activate a new tracker” tile.
3. Fill out the entire multi-screen form.
4. Your login details will be emailed to you.
5. Once you log into your account, you will see the mapping platform where your
Hardwired Tracker will show its location.
• Extension 2.5 ft. (0.76 m) harness
• AC adapter
Extension harness
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Step 4: Placement of the Tracker
• The Hardwired Tracker needs to have as much access to the open sky as
possible to retain its connection to the GPS satellites.
• Tracker cannot be surrounded by metal since it will block GPS signals. DO NOT
hide the Hardwired Tracker in metal enclosures. DO NOT place it in the middle of
the undercarriage, the engine compartment, wheel wells, metal bumpers, the
trunk, glove compartment, or in any closed/lidded compartment.
Important Facts
• Standard programming for the Hardwired Tracker is to update every 3 hours
when not moving and once a minute when moving.
• When the device is on, the green LED will ash once every 3 seconds.
• When powering off, the red LED will remain on for up to 2 minutes, then power
down.
• The Hardwired Tracker can be enabled for international roaming. The default is
set to 5-minute movement updates in many countries outside the US. In Canada
and the UK, the default movement update is once per minute. International
roaming is not available in Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Australia, and Singapore.
The Hardwired Tracker will not work in the state of Alaska.
Specications
INTERFACES
Digital input 1 positive trigger for ignition detection
Digital output 1, open drain, 150 mA max drive current
Congurable input/output 1 special I/O can be congured as a negative trigger digital input or an
open drain output with 150 mA max drive current
Serial port 1 TTL UART port for upgrading and debugging
Cellular antenna Internal only
GNSS antenna Internal only
LED indicators CEL, GNSS
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating temperature approximately -22°F to 176°F, approximately -40°F to 185°F for storage
ELECTRICAL
Operating voltage 8 V to 32 V DC
Battery Backup Battery Li-Polymer, 190 mAh
PHYSICAL
Dimensions 3.5” x 2.2” x 0.5”
Weight 1.76 oz (50g)
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Step 4: Placement of the Tracker
• The Hardwired Tracker needs to have as much access to the open sky as
possible to retain its connection to the GPS satellites.
• Tracker cannot be surrounded by metal since it will block GPS signals. DO NOT
hide the Hardwired Tracker in metal enclosures. DO NOT place it in the middle of
the undercarriage, the engine compartment, wheel wells, metal bumpers, the
trunk, glove compartment, or in any closed/lidded compartment.
Important Facts
• Standard programming for the Hardwired Tracker is to update every 3 hours
when not moving and once a minute when moving.
• When the device is on, the green LED will ash once every 3 seconds.
• When powering off, the red LED will remain on for up to 2 minutes, then power
down.
• The Hardwired Tracker can be enabled for international roaming. The default is
set to 5-minute movement updates in many countries outside the US. In Canada
and the UK, the default movement update is once per minute. International
roaming is not available in Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Australia, and Singapore.
The Hardwired Tracker will not work in the state of Alaska.
Specications
INTERFACES
Digital input 1 positive trigger for ignition detection
Digital output 1, open drain, 150 mA max drive current
Congurable input/output 1 special I/O can be congured as a negative trigger digital input or an
open drain output with 150 mA max drive current
Serial port 1 TTL UART port for upgrading and debugging
Cellular antenna Internal only
GNSS antenna Internal only
LED indicators CEL, GNSS
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating temperature approximately -22°F to 176°F, approximately -40°F to 185°F for storage
ELECTRICAL
Operating voltage 8 V to 32 V DC
Battery Backup Battery Li-Polymer, 190 mAh
PHYSICAL
Dimensions 3.5” x 2.2” x 0.5”
Weight 1.76 oz (50g)
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Help
Thank you for purchasing a Spytec GPS product. We appreciate your business and
strive to make your experience the best possible. If you have any issues with your
product, contact us at the following addresses:
Email tech support questions to: support@spytec.com
Email billing questions to: support@spytec.com
To download user manuals—including the one for the Spytec GPS platform
software that you’ll use to track your GPS device from a phone, tablet or computer,
go to: http://www.spytec.com/manuals
Log into your tracker at: app.spytec.com
Warranty
This Unconditional Lifetime Warranty applies to the Hardwired Tracker sold by Spytec GPS. This
warranty covers any manufacturing defects to the device or accessories encountered during
normal use, with an active Spytec GPS subscription. This warranty does NOT cover damages
resulting from improper use of the device (including the use of incompatible accessories such
as chargers, storage devices, etc.), unauthorized modications to the device, negligence, any
environmental or natural disasters, or loss or theft. This warranty does NOT cover water damage.
This warranty requires proof of sale of the device from Spytec GPS or approved resellers only.
Devices that are covered will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of Spytec GPS. Devices
requiring replacement will be fullled with a new or refurbished unit, or a similar unit if the original
unit is no longer available.
To take advantage of our warranty, go to http://www.spytec.com/pages/returns and review our
Returns Policy. If your device meets the above guidelines as well as the guidelines on our website,
please click the button to proceed to the Return Authorization Form. In the event that our online
guidelines change, this warranty will supersede any newer changes. Once you have lled out the
Return Merchant Authorization Form, please wait for instructions.
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