NovaTracker AssetTrac AT0303KE, Owner'S Manual & Reference

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1. Introduction
Overview
CNTG’s AssetTrac ™ provides a very low cost but powerful solution for asset tracking and
other GPS (Global Positioning System) tracking applications. It is a compact, completely
self-contained end-user device, which can operate on four AA batteries. It is encased in a
durable, light, waterproof case and weighs about 8 ounces (without batteries) and 11.5
ounces with batteries installed.
The
AssetTrac ™ combines GPS technology with GSM (Global System for Mobile
Communication) cell phone networks, and was designed for multiple applications
such as vehicle tracking, security, monitoring, recovery, remote control, and GPS data
logging. The
AssetTrac ™ delivers a reliable, power-efficient, cost-effective solution for
a wide range of situations where you need infrequent or occasional position updates. It is
especially useful for tracking construction equipment, non-tethered trailers, etc. It works
with any private or public IP network architecture.
The
AssetTrac™ locater periodically transmits position reports at a user-selectable
interval while in motion, on demand, or at a regularly scheduled time. This makes the
unit more efficient and reduces communications costs. Typically the
AssetTrac™ will
function in many areas inside of a vehicle. The AssetTrac™ may also be mounted with
brackets inside or outside of the vehicle/asset or attached with a strong magnet.
The
AssetTrac™ requires no external antennas or connections. This flexibility reduces
or eliminates the need for expensive installations.
The AssetTrac ™ is an event-driven system, i.e. messages are
sent based on events, some of which can be pre-set based on
certain parameters. Among these events are:
•
Time-based events
- Reporting on a scheduled basis, commonly 1/day, 4/day, 8/day.
•
Motion-based events
- The unit reports in when it sense motion, then will check for
motion again after a set time.
•
Polling events
- Unit remains active and will wake and report when it receives
a message or phone call.