BlackKite, Vehicle Tracking System User Manual
Rev. 1.4.0
Zilogic Systems
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Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1. Product Overview
BlackKite-Fleet, is a cellular telemetry device, which collects location information of a vehicle, via
GPS and transmits the data to a remote server via GPRS. The device also features multiple inputs
and outputs to monitor and manage the in-vehicle parameters such as ignition state, fuel level, etc.
The device is highly configurable, which provides flexibility and convenience to the system integra-
tors and vehicle owners, to take complete control of their fleet.
1.2. Device Highlights
1.2.1. Interfaces
• Dual band GSM/GPRS for connectivity
• High accuracy GPS for location sensing
• Status LEDs useful for device installation and troubleshooting
• Digital inputs to remotely monitor in-vehicle status like door lock, oil level indication and fair
meter
• Digital outputs to remotely control in-vehicle appliances like AC, vehicle audio and infotain-
ment systems
• Analog inputs to monitor parameters like fuel level, vehicle load, and temperature
• Dedicated SOS & ignition inputs with device generated SMS alerts
• Built-in battery for failsafe operation (~4 Hours)
• Serial interface to connect external sensors or devices
1.2.2. Features
• On-line & On-demand tracking via GPRS & SMS
• Configurable data transmission interval, starting from 30 Sec,
• Highly configurable TAG based parameter selection to reduce GPRS traffic
• Configurable Device generated SMS alerts for IO state change
• Configurable Over Speed alert with SMS alerts
• Internal FLASH memory to store 24 hours of data during GPRS outage
• Two level authentication for remote device access (admin & manager)
• Faster GPS lock, with Assisted GPS.
1.2.3. Tamper-proof Design
• Built-in antennas
• SMS alerts on device disconnection
• No external power button and reset button
• No external SIM slot access
1.2.4. Robust Design
• Wider power supply, with surge stopper and load dump protection till 110V
• Surge protected and isolated digital inputs and outputs
