July 14, 2013
INFODRAW MRS-400 User Manual v5.4.1
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4-1-5 Device Location (GPS):
The MRS-400 unit has built-in GPS location functionality, which transmits the position of the
unit to any connected client. To activate GPS, you need to select
“Activate GPS”
in the
configuration software of the unit
(MRS Device Configurator)
.
GPS usually needs clear sky (or partially) to detect position. It takes about 30 seconds for the
unit to fully operate with GPS and GSM outside. The unit starts by searching for its position
then connects to GSM. If the unit is located inside a building without clear sky, it will
struggle to find its location. It will take about 3 minutes for the unit to give up and continue
with the rest of the system (connecting to GSM). Therefore it is better to disable GPS (using
the Device Configurator) for units operating inside a building without clear sky.
There are 2 options to view devices on the map:
1.
System level
- All connected devices over specified full screen map.
2.
Device level
- Specific device only over a small map.
The System supports Google Maps and Open Street Maps. Google Maps is the default map
used. To change to Open Street Maps, open the
“View”
menu and select
“Maps”
.
The
“Select Map”
menu will open. In the List box, select
“Open Street Map”
. Then press
“OK”
.
The Location screen will now be viewed using Open Street Maps.
