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Trackstick Setup Options
Tools: Device Properties
The Tools section of the Trackstick Configuration Manager
allows you to configure your Trackstick to your specific use.
Several configurations options are available. The table
below shows two typical examples (parameters not listed in
the table are set at default.
Tab/Parameter
Max Reporting for slow
moving objects (walking)
1 min reporting for
long term vehicle
tracking
Gnrl/Pwr Mode
Full Power
Power Save
Rcrd/Interval
Fast Track
Normal/1 minute
Rcrd/Sensitivity 80
60
Important Note: If Trackstick power switch is left on while
the device is in an enclosed structure, it will continue to
search for the GPS satellites until it can generate a location
fix, regardless whether the unit is provisioned for Full Power
or Power Save mode. If the unit is used inside enclosed
structures such as a parking garage, battery life will be
dramatically shortened if in Power Save mode (no change for
Full Power mode).
Do’s and Don’ts with your Trackstick
Do
Place your Trackstick where it will have a clear line of sight
to the sky and receive a fix from the GPS satellites.
Concealed devices may give you fewer location fixes than
devices left in the open. Sometimes a slight adjustment in
location can make a big difference in the reporting quality.
Locations that tend to provide good reporting:
•
In the glove compartment
•
Under the passenger seat
•
Under the package shelf in the rear window
•
Inside a fiberglass bumper (not metal bumper)
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On the dashboard (remove on hot, sunny days)
•
In the rear window (remove on hot, sunny days)
Locations that may reduce reporting quality:
•
In the trunk (Hatchbacks/SUV’s may be OK)
•
Completely underneath the vehicle
•
Inside the engine compartment (extreme heat)
•
In the wheel well (water spray)
•
Inside buildings or garages
•
In direct sunlight for extended periods (extreme heat)
Don’t
Don’t place your Trackstick over the airbag in the vehicle. If
the airbag deploys, this could cause significant injury.
Don’t block the device with metal. SageTracker will not get
a satellite fix or be able to report the location when the GPS
signal is blocked by a metal obstruction.
Don’t leave Trackstick powered up when the device is inside
an enclosed structure. The device will constantly search for
GPS satellites while indoors, regardless of whether the
device is in full power or power save configuration. This will
dramatically shorten the battery life if in power save mode.
Yes, it is OK to…
Place the device inside a covering, to protect it. You may
use plastic or paper.
Attach the device with magnets, duct tape or other industrial
quality adhesive.
Things to Remember
Trackstick needs to “see” the GPS satellites in order to
report the location.
Areas that are mountainous heavily forested or streets with
many high rise buildings may have interference.
