TopflyTech T8808 Instruction Manual

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T8808 Vehicle GPS Tracker

(GSM +GPS+SMS/GPRS)

User Manual

&

Operation Command (SMS)

V1.1

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Thanks for your purchase of the high quality GPS trackers from TOPFLYTECH

company. Please read this user manual and operation command carefully to

obtain guidance on installation and operation. The following describes this

device. We will not publish notification should there be cosmetic or color change,

actual product prevails.

This vehicle GPS tracker product rides on GPRS communication technology,

GPS satellite positioning and internet technology. It can realize the real time

remote monitoring and control of the vehicle though a powerful service platform

( http://tracker.topflytech.com ). It provides customers with cost reduction,

efficiency increased, safety guarantee and transparency management. Currently,

it has been widely used in commercial transportation, corporate vehicle fleet,

intelligent transportation, logistics distribution, car rental, engineering machinery,

marine transportation and other fields.

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Table of Content

Quick Reference of Connection Diagram……………………………………………………………..5

1. Product Functions.………………………………………………………..…….……...….….….….6

2. Accessories Introduction……..……..…………………………………..…….……………..….…..6

3. Usage Environment……….……………………………………………..……….………...…….….6

4. Key Technical Parameters…………....………………………………...…………………….….…7

4.1 Basic Parameters…..……..……………………………………..……….………..….…...….7

4.2 Indicator Lights Status….……………………………………….…………………....…….…7

5. Installation Manual ……………………………………………………...……………….…………..7

5.1 SIM Card Pre-installation Note.……………….……………..…………………....………….7

5.2 Installation….………………………………..………………………….…………...………….8

5.3 Relay Wiring Method………………….…………………………………………..…..……….8

5.4 Cautions of Device Wiring - Power Supply Line…...………………….…………………...8

6. Device Configuration………...…………………….…….…………………..….….…….…………9

7. Operation of Device………………….…………………………..……………….……..….….……9

7.1 Power On and Power Off…..………………...……………………..……..…….…..……..…9

7.2 Indicator Lights…….……………………………………………….…….……..…..…….……9

7.3 Location Search….…………………………………………………….…..…………….....….9

7.4 Fuel Cut……...…….…………….…………………………………….…..………….…..…..10

7.5 Restore Fuel Supply……………….……….………………………….…..……….……......10

8. Trouble Shooting……………………………………..……………………..…….………..…..…..10

8.1 Unable to Connect….…………………………..……………………………..…….….……10

8.2 Backstage Shows Offline……………….……………………………………..……….…….10

8.3 Prolong Inability to Locate……………………..…………………...……..…..…………….10

8.4 Severe Drifting in Location……………………..…………………….………..………….…11

8.5 Abnormal Command Reception…….……………………………….………..………........11

9. Warranty Details…………………..……………………………………………....…....…..…...…11

9.1 Special Statement…………...……………..….………………………..……...……….……11

9.2 Warranty Period……………………………....…………………..….......……….………….11

9.3 After Sales Service…………………………..…………………..……………...…..….……11

10. Operation Command (SMS)………….…………………………..……………..…….…..…..…12

Command Instruction………………….....…...…………...……...………...…………....…..…12

Command Setting List……………………………………………...…..…………...……..….…12

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10.1 APN Setting……………………………………...……………….....…………………….…13

10.2 Server Setting…….…….………………………………..……………………………….....13

10.3 Upload Interval Setting…………………………..…………………..…………………..…14

10.4 Heartbeat Setting………….………………………………..……….………………………14

10.5 GMT Setting………..…………………………………………………………….….……….14

10.6 PIN Setting…….………………………..…..…………………..…..…….….….……..……15

10.7 Manager Setting………………...………….……………………...….…………………….15

10.8 Manager Delete………………......……….…………….……………………….………….15

10.9 Manager List………………...………….…………….………………….……….……...….15

10.10 Antitheft Setting………….…..…………...………………………………..….….………..16

10.11 Drag Setting…………………………………………………………………..…….………16

10.12 Speed Limit Setting…………………………..………….…………….….……….………16

10.13 SMS Tracking Mode Setting……....…...………………..…………………..………..….16

10.14 SIM Card Credit Checking……….…...………………..……………..……..………..….17

10.15 Relay Control……………………………………………………………….…..….....……17

10.16 Google Map Search……………….…………………...........……………………………17

10.17 Identity Read Back…….………………………………...……………….………………..18

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Quick Reference of Connection Diagram

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T8808

Please note:

Model T8808-A (with Fuel cut)

There are four pin (Yellow, Orange, Black, Red) in the Power line.

Model T8808-B (without Fuel cut)

There are three pin (Orange, Black, Red) in the Power line.

Please note:

Only Model T8808-A

has this Yellow line.

(Fuel cut)

Cut off

Fuel Pump

White

Yellow

ACC

ON

START

OFF

Key

Position

Relay

12V or 24V

Orange

Black

Red

Storage Battery

12V or 24V

2A Fuse

Fuse Box

Fuse

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1. Product Functions

Quad band GSM (850/900/1800/1900MHz);

Wide DC input range: 6-36V;

GPS continuous positioning, GPRS timing upload;

Vehicle location tracking;

ACC ignition signal test, vehicle status prompt;

SIM credit check;

Tow car alarm;

Antitheft alarm;

Built-in battery for alarm when the power line is cut off illegally;

External fuel cut (Model T8808-A).

2. Accessories Introduction (Pictures for reference only)

Sponge Double-side Adhesive Tape (Standard)

Power Supply Extension Line (Standard)

Relay – 12V/24V (Optional for Model T8808-A)

3. Usage Environment

Operation temp：-20°C ~ 65°C (-4°F ~ 149°F)

Storage temp：-30°C ~ 80°C (-22°F ~ 176°F)

Operation humidity: 10% ~ 80% (Non-condensing)

Storage humidity：0% ~ 90% (Non-condensing)

Install in area away from rain or snow

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4. Key Technical Parameters

4.1 Basic Parameters

Power Supply

6~36V DC

Built-in Battery Capacity

280mAh/3.7V

GSM Frequency

Quad band (850/900/1800/1900MHz)

Standby Current

5mA/12V, 3mA/24V

Work Current

14mA/12V, 8mA/24V

GPS Frequency

1575MHz

GPS Accuracy

<15m

A-GPS Accuracy

<100m

GPS Sensitivity

-162dBm

GPS Startup Time

Hot start<3S, Warm start<15S, Cool start<60S

Dimension

81*38.5*13mm

Net Weight

49g

4.2 Indicator Lights Status

1) Red light (GSM status indicator）

Fast Blink

GSM Network Searching

Slow Blink

GSM Normal Operation

2) Blue light (GPS status indicator）

Fast Blink

GPS Satellite Searching

Slow Blink

GPS Positioning Done

Note:

1) Indicator lights go out automatically after the device turn on for 5 minutes. No indicator light

prompt.

2) If want to check the working status of the device according to the indicator lights, you can

dial the phone number of the SIM card which is in the device. Then the indicator lights begin

to blink. After 5 minutes, the lights will go out again.

3) Slow Blink: Indicator light last for 3 second, then go out for 1 second.

Fast Blink: Indicator light last for 1 second, then go out for 1 second.

5. Installation Manual

5.1 SIM Card Pre-installation Note

1) Power off device before installing or removing SIM card.

2) SIM card should have its GPRS function enabled.

3) Telephone enquiries will function only if Caller ID function is enabled.

4) If SIM card is locked via PIN, please to unlock SIM.

5) Ensure sufficient store value in SIM card.

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5.2 Installation

1) Engage technician recommended by your dealer to undertake concealed installation.

During the installation, ensure the device top side (the reception face) face upward.

Secure the device in place with our standard double-side adhesive tape.

2) Notes

Install in concealed location to prevent theft or damage.

Avoid proximity with emission source such as parking sensor, burglar alarm and other

communication devices.

There is sponge double sticky tape (special for car) as standard accessory for this product.

(It should keep the surface clean, dry and smooth. The stickiness will be better after 24

hours). Or use cable ties to secure device in place.

Device comes with GSM and GPS antennas. Please ensure reception surface faces

upward and not shielded by metallic surfaces. Suggested installation location:

- Beneath console of front wind screen;

- Around dashboard (nonmetallic coating);

- Beneath console of backwind screen.

Note: Thermal screen on windscreen may affect antenna reception causing malfunction.

Please find alternative location.

5.3 Relay Wiring Method (Model T8808-A)

1) White line connects to ACC line of car, the yellow line connects to the relay control line of

the device (yellow line).

2) There is oil pump in the oil pipe of the controlled vehicle. Cut off the Positive supply of the oil

pump. Connect the positive supply of oil pump to one of the green lines. The other end is

connected to another green line.

Note: Ensure the voltage of battery and relay compatible to prevent mal-function or damage.

You should check the battery voltage of the engine in advance.

Generally, it is 12V or 24V.

5.4 Cautions of Device Wiring - Power Supply Line

(Please refer to the Connection Diagram in the first page.)

1) Standard voltage supply of this device is 6V-36VDC. Please use factory supply lines.

The red line is positive power supply, the black line is negative power supply.

2) Orange line (ACC) connects to ON/OFF switch of vehicle ACC will enable service platform

to access the exact status of ignition switch of the vehicle.

3) The fuel cut off line (yellow line) connects to the yellow line on the fuel cut off line of relay.

Secure relay to a dry place using a cable tie. It is also advisable to protect the relay with a

plastic bag. (Model T8808-A)

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6. Device Configuration

Refer to Operation Command in this manual.

7. Operation of Device

7.1 Power On and Power Off

Power On: Insert a SIM card and plug in the main power line. Device turns on automatically.

Power Off: Remove SIM card, disconnect the main power, device power off automatically

around 5 ~ 10 seconds.

7.2 Indicator Lights

1) GSM Status Indicator

When device automatically tries to search for GSM network signals, Red indicator light will

be in fast blink. When the device gets the signals and establishes connection to the service

provider, Red indicator light will be in slow blink.

2) GPS Status Indicator

When device automatically tries to search for GPS satellite signals, Blue indicator light will

be in fast blink. When the device gets the satellite signals and the position had been

located, Blue indicator light will be in slow blink.

The light goes out automatically after the device turn on for 5 minutes. No indicator light

prompt. If want to check the working status of the device according to the indicator lights, you

can dial the phone number of the SIM card which is in the device. Then the indicator lights

begin to blink. After 5 minutes, the lights will go out again. (This function can be used for

checking the signal status of the GSM and GPS.)

7.3 Location Search

1) Dial Query

You can dial the SIM card number of the device, hang up in 10 seconds after the ringing,

then it will return the location information. But if hang up after 10 seconds, it will get into the

monitoring mode automatically.

2) SMS Query

When inquire the location information of the device, you can send a location inquiry SMS to

the SIM card of the device, and then the device will return the location information or global

coordinates of the last known location of the device.

For the SMS format, please refer to the Operation Command in this manual.

3) Platform Query

User can log on the Global Positioning Service Platform provided by the dealer to access

the location of the vehicle. Consult your dealer for web address of the service platform.

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7.4 Fuel Cut (Model T8808-A)

When needed, Service Platform or Manager can issue a fuel cut command. Under the premise

of safe driving, fuel supply is cut off, disabling the vehicle from being driven. Ensure the vehicle

safety, device will cut off fuel supply only when GPS positioning is set and the vehicle speed is

lower than 20 km/h. (If the vehicle speed is higher than 20km/h or the GPS positioning is not

set, device will return “SET RELAY DELAY, SPEED IS MORE THAN 20KM/H#” or “SET RELAY

DELAY, GPS UNFIXED#”. Then device will keep waiting until the vehicle speed is monitored

lower than 20km/h, device will return “SET RELAY ENABLE OK, RELAY:1# ”.)

7.5 Restore Fuel Supply (Model T8808-A)

When needed, Service Platform or Manager can issue a restore fuel supply command.

8. Trouble Shooting

8.1 Unable to Connect to Service Platform

If the device unable to connect to the service platform after the initial installation, please try to

inspect device for:

1) Is main power supply connected correctly?

2) Is SIM card installed properly? Please refer to user manual on this section.

3) Inspect the status of the indicators.

Dial the phone number of the SIM card which is in the device. Then the indicator lights

begin to blink. Under normal operating condition, Red GSM indicator and Blue GPS

indicator are both in slow blink. After 5 minutes, the lights will go out again.

8.2 Backstage Shows Offline

First check if the indicator lights runs normally. If there is no condition to observe the situation,

one can first check SIM card status. The process as follow:

1) Dial the SIM card number to listen for ring tone.

2) Whether the vehicle in an area with no GSM.

3) Observe the area where connection is lost, are all hand held devices in the area affected or

just some of them. This will help diagnose whether it is the faulty of the service provider’s

network.

4) Whether your SIM card charge is in arrears.

5) If the lost connection happens on the last day of the month, please check whether the

GPRS service has been terminated.

8.3 Prolong Inability to Locate

If GPS function of the device had been activated but the device fail to perform location service

for prolong period, please inspect the device for the following:

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