Systems and Technology STAVL1234 GPS Vehicle Tracking Device User Manual User Guide CAREU U1 Lite v2 20120327 indd
Systems & Technology Corp. GPS Vehicle Tracking Device User Guide CAREU U1 Lite v2 20120327 indd
Users Manual
CAREU
U1 Lite(WR)
Vehicle
Tracker
User Guide
Version: 1.0
Reference No.: AVL-CU-U1L-00-1210UEN
Date: March 30, 2012
SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY CORP.
General Information
If any breakdown occurs due to the operation of the described product or users’ improper handling
in accordance with the instructions of the document, S&T shall be liable for the General Conditions
based on the delivery of the described product and the content of the document. This product is not
designed for the use of life support appliances, devices or systems and thence a malfunction of the
product might reasonably be expected to make personal injury. S&T customers using or selling this
product for such applications will take the risk on their own; therefore, it must be agreed S&T will
be fully indemnified from any damages due to illegal use or resale. All information in this document
is subject to change without notice at any time.
Disclaimer
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notice and without obligation to notify any person of such revision change.
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under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. This document contains confidential,
restricted and proprietary information that it has been exclusively prepared for the internal use of
certain designated S&T employees, and may not be duplicated or distributed, in whole or in part,
without the prior written consent of S&T’s authorized delegates. Any illegal copying and disclosure
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Scope............................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 About CAREU U1 Lite(WR) ........................................................................................ 1
1.4 Hardware Architecture ................................................................................................ 2
1.5 Related Document ....................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 2 Taking a Tour of CAREU U1 Lite(WR) ................................................................. 3
2.1 Dimensions .................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Front View ...................................................................................................................... 3
3.2 Pin Assignment ............................................................................................................ 5
3.3 LED Indicator................................................................................................................. 6
3.4 USB Device Driver Installation ................................................................................... 7
3.5 Device Configuration ................................................................................................ 13
3.6 Communication Settings ......................................................................................... 17
3.7 GPS Tracking Configurations ................................................................................. 18
3.8 Firmware Upgrade ..................................................................................................... 19
Chapter 4 Technical Specification ........................................................................................ 21
Chapter 5 Regulation ................................................................................................................. 23
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Features
Thank you for purchasing the CAREU U1 Lite(WR)
vehicle tracker and we are very pleased to introduce
you our tracker's features and applications.
The CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker is an all-in-one
GPS tracking device to deliver positioning messages and
help back-end users to proceed with the analysis and
the applications of vehicle transport, management, anti-
theft, security, tracking, to name a few.
Cost effective and easy installation
SMS, GPRS TCP/UDP, USSD, FTP communications
Geofence reports
Remote configuration
Real-time tracking (time, distance interval or intelligent mode, and heading)
Intelligent power management
Power low/lost alarm
Journey report wireless downloads
GSM/GPRS simultaneously
Mileage report
User-defined reports
Firmware upgrade over the air (via GPRS from FTP)
Up to 120,000 data logs
1.2 Scope
This document will guides you to start the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) Vehicle Tracker. However,
as this document contains basic device configuration only, please see the CAREU U1
Lite(WR) Protocol Document for the advanced information.
1.3 About CAREU U1 Lite(WR)
The CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker transmits the wireless signals such as location,
peripheral and vehicle control data to a control center. The onboard GPS receiver provides
users with location data including speed, direction, mileage and altitude. It uses an onboard
GSM/GPRS module to accomplish wireless transmission.
A microcontroller can probe location and command data at regular intervals, derive actions
from location, peripheral and control data, and execute such actions. Among the best
features of the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker, in particular, they transmit data in
ASCII mode or binary mode. Peripheral data indicates the status of various peripherals
connected to and/or controlled by the device. The peripherals include, but not limited to,
door locks/un- locks, starter interrupt, ignition, battery, engine and panic button.
The firmware in the device applies intelligent filtering to overcome coverage limitations
for both GPS and GSM/GPRS networks. Motion sensor controls the status of the device,
whether in sleep, idle or fully-powered mode, and thereby controls the amount of current
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consumed by the device. Backup battery and tamper sensing GPS Antennas primarily
indicate the loss of Main Power and the interruption of GPS antenna connectivity. The
device supports over-the-air firmware upgrade to deliver additional functionality without
physically touching the device once installed. The firmware of the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) can
be upgraded through USB without disassembling the device.
In consideration of technicality and marketability, the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) has so
many excellences to be competitive enough to stand out in the market. With regard
to the technicality, the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) saves and records more data even under
inactive communication status, and it also provides better power management,
coexistence of GPRS and SMS modes.
1.4 Hardware Architecture
As hardware is concerned, the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) is comprised of a micro-controller,
regulator, GPS receiver, GSM/GPRS modem, G-Force sensor, flash memory data
storage, I/O interface and LED status indicators.
Users can connect PC's HyperTerminal to the Diagnostic/setting port for the AVL
configuration.
G-Sensor for car accident prevention, car tow-away warning and power management.
The audio interface supports hand-free phone call.
GPIO that connects to any customer monitoring points by door switch, anti-thief or
actuators.
The A/D input that connects the analog signal sensor to the AVL, such as the fuel or
temperature sensor.
SPI
FLASH
I/O Ports
External
Device
G-Sensor USB
CPU
GPS
Power
GSM
Modem
RS-232
T
ransceiver
Support
Accessory
1.5 Related Document
[1] CAREU U1 Lite(WR) Protocol Document
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Chapter 2 Taking a Tour of CAREU U1 Lite(WR)
This chapter will guide you to the major connectors of the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker.
2.1 Dimensions
Dimensions (L x W x H): 72mm x 90mm x 33mm
72mm
33mm
90mm
2.2 Front View
No.
Name
Description
1
PWR
&
I/O
Power Connector for Car Battery and Input/Output Connector
including basic I/O
2
GPS
SMA Connector for GPS External Antenna
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Chapter 3 Getting Started with CAREU U1 Lite(WR)
To install the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker, follow the instructions below for basic operations.
3.1 Hardware Installation
1. SIM Card Installation
● Remove the cap. Insert SIM card into SIM card slot.
2. GPS Antenna Connection
● Connect the GPS antenna to the SMA connector jack on the front side of the device
(circled as the illustration below) by completely screwing the GPS antenna's plug
connector.
● It is recommended that a matching torque 7-10 inch pounds (80-110 N.cm) should
be used for the SMA connector
3. G-Sensor Installation Consideration
The device uses a 3-axis G-Force sensor to detect the vehicle motion and the impact
on the vehicle. The X, Y and Z axis definition will be affected by the location of device
installation.
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Pin#
Signal Name
Description
I/O
Remark
1
DC IN
Power supply input
I
DC Vin = +8 ~ +30V
2
GND
Signal ground
—
3
Ignition
Ignition(ACC) Input
I
DC Vin = +30 ~ +7V (Active high)
4
Output1
Open-Collector
O
Imax = 300mA
5
Input 1
Negative
T
rigger
Input 1
I
DC VIN = +6V ~ 0V (Low Active)
6
Output 2
Open-Collector
Output 2
O
Imax = 300mA
7
Input 2
Negative
T
rigger
Input 2
I
DC VIN = +6V ~ 0V (Low Active)
8
Analog
Input
1
Analog Input 1
I
DC VIN = +30V ~ 0V
3.2 Pin Assignment
1. PWR Connector and I/O Connector
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3.3 LED Indicator
1. GPS LED Indicator
Power Mode
GPS Status
GPS LED
Power Off
N/A
Off
Low Power
N/A
Off
Full Power
Acquiring
Flash Red (5 Times/Second)
Full Power
T
racking
Solid Red
2. GSM LED Indicator
Power Mode
GSM/GPRS Status
GSM LED
Power Off
N/A
Off
Low Power
N/A
Off
Full Power
Acquiring
Flash Red (3 Times/
Second)
Full Power
Registered
Solid Red
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3.4 USB Device Driver Installation
The CAREU U1 Lite(WR) communicates with your host computer by either RS-232 or USB
interface. In some newer editions of Windows XP, the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device can be installed
as a "virtual COM port" device whereby the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) would automatically access
Windows XP's inbox USB drivers. While in some other earlier editions of Windows XP, you
would need to manually install the USB driver for the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device. In the following
content of this section, you will be guided to how the installation can be done in both cases.
To install the device driver for the CAREU U1 Lite(WR), connect the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device
to your system with an USB cable as mentioned in Mini USB Cable Connection on section 3.1. As
soon as the connection is made between the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) and your computer, a balloon
appears above the notification area saying an USB device is found.
Click on this balloon to start the [Found New Hardware] wizard.
Select No, not this time. Press the Next button to proceed.
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1. Automatic Installation
If the wizard prompts to help you install the software for "STMicroelectronics Virtual
COM Port". Select Install the software automatically (Recommended). Press the
Next button to proceed.
The wizard proceeds to install the driver.
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The installation completes.
In [Device Manager], the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device is included under Ports (COM & LPT)
as"STMicroelectronics Virtual COM Port". COM port number is displayed as well.
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2. Manual Installation
After you select No, not this time, if the wizard only prompts to help you install
software for "USB device", you need to manually install the driver. Select Install from a
list or specific location (Advanced). Press the Next button to proceed.
Select Search for the best driver in these locations. Check Include this location
in the search. Press the Browse button to assign where your the CAREU U1 Lite(WR)
de- vice driver locates on your local disk. Press the OK button. You can download the
USB device driver from http://www.systech.com.tw/downloads.php.
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Press the Next button to proceed.
The wizard proceeds to install the driver.
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The installation completes.
In [Device Manager], the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device is included under Ports (COM & LPT)
as
"S&T Tracker". COM port number is displayed as well.
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3.5 Device Configuration
1. In Windows XP desktop, click Start | All Programs | Accessories |
Communications | HyperTerminal.
2. If you are prompted to input the information of your location, complete them to
proceed.
3. On the File menu of HyperTerminal, click New Connection.
4. In the Name box, type a name that describes the connection. In the Icon box,
click an appropriate icon. Press the OK button to proceed.
5. For Com port properties, configure as follows:
Baud Rate --> 115200 bps
Data Bits --> 8
Parity --> None
Stop Bits --> 1
Flow Control --> None
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6. In the connection that you have just set up, click File | Properties. Select the
[Connect To] tab. From the [Connect using] drop down list, select the correct com
port by checking it up at Windows XP's [DeviceManager] as previously mentioned on
page 10 and page 13. Go there by clicking Start | Control Panel | System | Hardware |
Device Manager.
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7. In the File menu, click Properties. Click the [Settings] tab. Press the ASCII Setup
button.
8. In the [ASCII Sending] group box. Select both Send line ends with line feeds and
Echo typed characters locally. Press the OK button.
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9. Connect your the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device to power as mentioned in Power and
I/O Cable Connection on page 5. The device startup message will be displayed.
10. In [HyperTerminal] window, type in the command "AT$VERSION?" and press the
Enter key. The hardware and firmware version will show. As long as your
[HyperTerminal] window appears as the screenshot below, a connection between the
device and your system has already been built up and working. It is time to send all
configuration commands.
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3.6 Communication Settings
The CAREU U1 Lite(WR) vehicle tracker communicates with your control center by
either SMS or GPRS (TCP/UDP). Before the device is installed into a vehicle,
communication parameters should be set.
1. SMS Configuration
Use AT$SMSDST command to set a SMS control center phone number or short code.
For example, if the SMS control center phone number is +886123456789, the
AT$SMSDST command to be issued into HyperTerminal should be:
AT$SMSDST=+886123456789
OK
Then you can try to use cellular phone or SMS gateway to send a SMS message to
the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) device. Send a SMS message --> "AT$MODID?"
Device will response:
$MODID=101000001
OK
This proves a successful mobile phone SMS connection.
2. GPRS Configuration
Set GPRS servers by using the folloiwng commands:
AT$APN=internet,username,password (APN=internet, Username=username,
Password=password) OK
AT$HOSTS=1,0,60.148.19.10,6000
(Server IP address = 60.148.19.10 and Port number =6000)
OK
AT$RETRY=5,10 (Message retry settings)
OK
AT$IPTYPE=1 (Using TCP/IP mode)
OK
AT$GPRSEN=1 (GPRS enable)
OK
AT$HB=60,1 (Heartbeat setting)
OK
Please refer to the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) Protocol Document for more command details.
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3.7 GPS Tracking Configurations
After the device communication settings are done, the remote GPS tracking is ready to
function. The setting of GPS tracking can be done by using AT$PDSR command. For
example,
AT$PDSR=1,30,0,0,2,0,0,1,1 (Tracking through GPRS by time interval 30 seconds)
OK
For simple testing GPRS, run the TCP Server U-Series software which is provided by S&T.
It is simple server software that can wait for device connection and data.
For advanced testing, you need the software Intelli TracerPlus. Please request this software
through your sales contact.
You can also apply for a testing account from S&T's Intelli FleetWeb solution through your
sales contact.
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The main page of the Intelli FleetWeb appears as below:
3.8 Firmware Upgrade
The firmware of the CAREU U1 Lite(WR) can only be updated through USB interface. With
the firmware loader tool provided by S&T, firmware update can be done for the device.
Such firmware loader runs on Windows-based systems. To upgrade the firmware, follow
the procedure below:
1. Connect the device to your PC with the USB cable.
2. Connect the device to power.
3. Power on the device.
4. Run ServerUSeries.exe. A window displays as follows:
5. Press browse the button to browse to the firmware provided by S&T.
6. Press the Start button to run the firmware program.
7. After the writing progresses to 100%, it takes about 20 seconds for the update
to completes.
8. Firmware update completes.
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Chapter 4 Technical Specification
Characteristics
Dimensions (L x W x H)
72mm x 90mm x 33mm
W
eight
170g
Radio Performance
Frequency
Quad-band 850/900/1800/1900MHz
GSM Functionality / GPRS
GPRS Mode
Multi-slot Class 10
GPRS Coding Scheme
CS1,CS2,CS3 and CS4
GSM Antenna
External
SIM Interface
SIM Card 1.8V, 2.9V Supported
GPS Functionality
Receiver
50 Channels
Sensitivity (Tracking)
-160dBm
Antenna Type
External GPS Active Antenna, 3.3V
Connector
SMA Female
GPS Protocol
NMEA 0183 Ver3.0
Onboard Components
MCU
32-bit Microcontroller
Data Memory
8MB Flash
Motion Sensor
3-axes Acceleration Sensor
Led Indicator
GPS and GSM Indicator
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Interface I/O
I/O Connector
1 Connector, 8 Pins
Serial Connector
Standard Version: 1 RS-232 Ports (Configurable)
Simple Version: No RS-232 Port
Input Ports
Positive Triggers: 2
Negative Trigger: 1
Analog Input: 1 (0~30V, 12 Bits)
Output Ports
Negative Triggers: 2 (300mA)
Electrical
Power Source
DC 8V to 30V
Power Consumption
72mA @ 12V (Operating Mode)
8mA @ 12V (Standby Mode)
6mA @ 12V (Deep Sleep Mode)
Environment
Operating Temperature
-20 °C to +70 °C (Without Backup Battery)
-20 °C to +60 °C (With Backup Battery)
Battery
Rechargeable Backup
Battery
900mAh
Note: The specification herein is subject to change without prior notice.
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Chapter 5 Regulation
FCC Regulations:
15.19(a)(3):
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
15.105(b):
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human
proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8inches) during normal operation.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
This device is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio
frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
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Systems & Technology Corp. (S&T), founded in 1987, is a market leader in Automatic Vehicle
Locating (AVL) solutions, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and navigation. It has formed a
professional development team to innovate the most advanced and comprehensive GPS tracking
products for the customers and has built a global service network to provide non-stop services and
support.
With the well-established marketing networks of over 100 distributors in the world, S&T is your
trustworthy tracking solution provider. For more product information, please contact S&T by Email,
phone or fax.
Web Site
http://www.systech.com.tw
Email
avl@systech.com.tw
Phone
+886 2 26981599
Fax
+886 2 26981211