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7.8.
GPS Tracking
GPS Tracking is a premium service with a monthly charge and is not included with the
purchase of a RedPort Optimizer. If you wish to have tracking service using your satellite
device, the Optimizer works with RedPort Tracking. Contact your RedPort dealer or
RedPort directly (
to enable RedPort Tracking before you set
it up on your Optimizer.
7.8.1. Tracking powered by RedPort
Using a GPS-enabled satellite device (e.g., Aurora, Glow), the Optimizer can be
configured to submit position reports to a central database for viewing on the tracking
website.
1. To enable tracking services, go to the Services Center and
2. Enter the Tracking Interval in minutes; the default is set to hourly reporting (60
minutes). This means that every 60 minutes a position report will be transmitted
over your satellite link. Keep in mind that standard airtime charges will apply to
each position report. Adjust the Tracking Interval to meet your needs.
3. Select the satellite terminal you are using.
4. Click <Save & Apply>.
NOTE: A valid NMEA/GPS feed is required when using some satellite devices.
7.8.2. SMS Tracking
If using certain satellite devices, GPS information can be sent to an email address using
your satellite provider’s SMS service.
Standard SMS charges may apply; check with your
satellite airtime provider for details.
1. Enter the Tracking Interval in minutes; the default is set to hourly reporting (60
minutes). This means that every 60 minutes a position report will be transmitted
via the SMS service provided by your satellite provider network. Keep in mind
that standard SMS charges may apply to each position report. Adjust the
Tracking Interval to meet your needs.
2. Select which satellite device you are using. Currently, tracking via SMS is
available with the Inmarsat IsatPhone, Iridium handheld 9575 Extreme, Iridium
GO! Or an Iridium terminal such as the Pilot.
3.
Enter the recipient’s email address. The SMS message with the GPS
information will be sent to this email address at the interval entered in Step 1.
4. Click <Save & Apply>.
NOTE: A valid NMEA/GPS feed is required when using an Iridium terminal.