USER’ S MANUAL
OCB-VT-013
GPS Vehicle
Tracker
V6.3
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Contents
1. Product Overview .....................................................................................................................................................................................- 3 -
2. For Your Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................................................- 3 -
3. OCB-VT-013 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................................................................- 4 -
4. Getting Started..........................................................................................................................................................................................- 4 -
4.1 Hardware and Accessories ............................................................................................................................................................- 5 -
4.2 View ................................................................................................................................................................................................- 5 -
4.3 Functional Parts..............................................................................................................................................................................- 5 -
4.4 Connecting and Installation...........................................................................................................................................................- 7 -
5. Change Password......................................................................................................................................................................................- 7 -
6. Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................................................................- 8 -
7. Track...........................................................................................................................................................................................................- 8 -
7.1 Track by SMS...................................................................................................................................................................................- 8 -
7.2 Track by Calling...............................................................................................................................................................................- 9 -
7.3 Track by Preset Interval..................................................................................................................................................................- 9 -
7.4 Google Earth and Google Map......................................................................................................................................................- 9 -
7.5 Track by OCB-GPS-SERVER-01/OCB-GPS-SERVER-02 ...................................................................................................................- 10 -
7.6 Track by GPRS (Meiligao Protocol) between Server and Tracker..............................................................................................- 10 -
7.6.1 Set Tracker’s GPRS ID........................................................................................................................................................- 10 -
7.6.2 Set APN..............................................................................................................................................................................- 10 -
7.6.3 Set IP and Port ..................................................................................................................................................................- 11 -
7.6.4 Set DNS Server IP (optional) ............................................................................................................................................- 11 -
7.6.5 Enable GPRS Tracking .......................................................................................................................................................- 11 -
7.6.6 Set GPRS Interval ..............................................................................................................................................................- 11 -
7.7 Track by GpsGate..........................................................................................................................................................................- 12 -
8. Authorization ..........................................................................................................................................................................................- 12 -
9. Application Examples for Inputs............................................................................................................................................................- 12 -
9.1 SOS Button Connection................................................................................................................................................................- 12 -
9.2 Detecting Lock Status of Car’s Door or Trunk (Car Boot)...........................................................................................................- 13 -
9.3 Connecting with Switch Sensors .................................................................................................................................................- 13 -
9.4 Ignition Detection ........................................................................................................................................................................- 13 -
9.5 Analog Input (AD1 and AD2) .......................................................................................................................................................- 13 -
10. Low Battery Alarm ................................................................................................................................................................................- 14 -
11. Speeding Alarm.....................................................................................................................................................................................- 14 -
12. Movement/Geo-fence..........................................................................................................................................................................- 14 -
12.1 Movement Alarm .......................................................................................................................................................................- 14 -
12.2 Geo-fence Alarm........................................................................................................................................................................- 15 -
13. Output Control......................................................................................................................................................................................- 15 -
13.1 Output Control (Immediate)......................................................................................................................................................- 15 -
13.2 Output Control (Conditional) ....................................................................................................................................................- 16 -
13.3 Application Examples for Outputs ............................................................................................................................................- 16 -
13.3.1 Engine Cut.......................................................................................................................................................................- 16 -
13.3.2 Connecting with Car Alarm............................................................................................................................................- 17 -
14. Heading Change Report .......................................................................................................................................................................- 17 -
15. Heartbeat ..............................................................................................................................................................................................- 17 -
16. Track Log................................................................................................................................................................................................- 17 -
16.1 Log by Interval............................................................................................................................................................................- 17 -
16.2 Auto Log when no GPRS ............................................................................................................................................................- 18 -
17. Power Down..........................................................................................................................................................................................- 18 -
18. Initialization ..........................................................................................................................................................................................- 18 -
19. Password Initialization..........................................................................................................................................................................- 19 -
20. Parameter Editor ..................................................................................................................................................................................- 19 -
21. Copyright and Disclaimer.....................................................................................................................................................................- 19 -
Annex 1. SMS Command List .....................................................................................................................................................................- 20 -
Annex 2. Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................................................- 25 -
Contacts.......................................................................................................................................................................................................- 26 -
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1. Product Overview
OCB-VT-013 is a GPS/GPRS based tracking device specially developed and designed for vehicle real-time
tracking and fleet management.
OCB-VT-013 has inbuilt GPS module to obtain accurate position data and utilizes its GSM capability to
send the position data to a specified mobile phone or server base for tracking and fleet management.
With internal memory, OCB-VT-013 can store GPS coordinates when there is no GPRS connection or at a
specified interval requested by the user.
One optional feature of OCB-VT-013 is that a microphone can be linked out to be hidden somewhere
inside the vehicle for listening to the cabin.
OCB-VT-013 has the following functions and features:
SMS and GPRS TCP/UDP Communication (Nodac Protocol)
Track on Demand
Show Location Directly on Mobile Phone
Track by Time Interval
GSM Blind Area Memory
Internal Memory for Logging
Inbuilt Motion Sensor for Power Saving
SOS Panic Button
Movement Alarm
Geo-fencing Control
Low Battery Alarm
Speeding Alarm
GPS Blind Area Alarm (in/out)
Power-cut Alarm
Engine Cut (Stop Engine)
I/O: 5 digital inputs (3 negative and 2 positive triggering), 5 outputs and 2 analog inputs of 10 bits
resolution
2. For Your Safety
Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or illegal.
Proper Connection When connecting with other device, read carefully its manual so as to
carry out correct installation. Do not connect it to other incompatible
devices.
Qualified Accessories Use original parts, qualified batteries and peripheral equipments to
avoid damage to OCB-
VT-013.
Safe Driving Drivers should not operate this product while driving.
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Qualified Service Only qualified personnel can install or repair OCB-VT-013.
Water Resistance OCB-VT-013 is not water resistant. Keep it dry. Install it inside the
vehicle or use waterproof bag if necessary.
Confidential Phone Number For safety reason, do not tell other people the mobile phone number of
your OCB-VT-013 without taking precautions of security settings.
3. OCB-VT-013 Characteristics
Items
Specification
Power Supply
+9V - +36V / 1.5A
Backup Battery
850mAh
Normal power consumption
85mA/h
Dimension
104mm x 62mm x 24mm
Installation Dimension
104mm x 83mm x 24mm
Weight
190g
Operating temperature
-20° to 55° C
Humidity
5% to 95% Non-condensing
Frequency
Quad Band GSM 850/900/1800/1900Mhz
GPS Module
latest GPS SIRF-Star III chipset
GPS Sensitivity
-158Db
GPS Frequency
L1, 1575.42 MHz
C/A Code
1.023 MHz chip rate
Channels
20 channel all-in-view tracking
Position Accuracy
10 meters, 2D RMS
Velocity Accuracy
0.1 m/s
Time Accuracy
1 us synchronized to GPS time
Default datum
WGS-84
Reacquisition
0.1 sec., average
Hot start
1 sec., average
Warm start
38 sec., average
Cold start
42 sec., average
Altitude Limit
18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max.
Velocity Limit
515 meters/second (1000 knots) max.
LED
2 LED lights to show GPS/GSM status.
Flash Memory
4MB
Button
One SOS Button
Interface
5 digital inputs (3 negative and 2 positive triggering); 2 analog inputs;
5 outputs.
4. Getting Started
This section will describe how to set up your OCB-VT-013.
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4.1 Hardware and Accessories
OCB-VT-013 is supplied in a box which includes:
OCB-VT-013 with Battery GPS Antenna GSM Antenna Wires with SOS Button USB
Cable USB to Serial CD
4.2 View
Front View Side View Back View
4.3 Functional Parts
GPS LED (Blue)
On
One button is pressed or input is active.
Flashing ( every 0.1 second)
The unit is being initialized
Flashing (0.1 second on and 2.9 seconds off)
OCB-VT-013 has a GPS fix
Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off)
OCB-VT-013 has no GPS fix
GSM LED (Green)
On
One call is coming in / one call is being made
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Flashing ( every 0.1 second)
The unit is being initialized
Flashing (0.1 second on and 2.9 seconds off)
OCB-VT-013 is connected to the GSM network
Flashing (1 second on and 2 seconds off)
OCB-VT-013 is not connected to the GSM network
Power On/Off Button
Press and hold for 3~5 seconds to turn on/off OCB-VT-013.
SOS Button
SOS button is connected with the wires. Press it to send SOS alarm to
the preauthorized phone number.
Mini USB
Used for firmware update, configuration on PC and exporting stored
data. (USB-to-Serial Adaptor is required for firmware update,
configuration and exporting stored data)
SIM Card Holder
To insert SIM card here
GSM Antenna
Connector for GSM antenna
GPS Antenna
Connector for GPS antenna
Screw Holes
There are 4 screw holes on the tracker, 2 along either side that act as
fixing points to the vehicle
Microphone (optional)
A microphone to be linked out for listening to the cabin (wiretapping)
PINs Connector
PIN
Color
Function
Power
Red
DC In (power input). Input voltage: 9V~36V. 12V suggested.
GND
Black
Ground
In
White
Digital Inputs. In1, In2 and In3 are negative triggering; In4 and In5 are positive triggering.
Out
Yellow
Outputs. Low voltage (0V) when effective and open drain when ineffective.
Output open drain sink voltage (ineffective): 45V max.
Output low voltage sink current (effective): 500mA max.
AD
Blue
10 Bits Resolution Analog Inputs. Input voltage: 0~6V.
DC Characteristics of PINs
PIN
Inactive
Active
Maximum
Input 1/2/3
Open drain or >1V
0V(GND)
45V
Input 4/5
Open drain or 0V(GND)
>3V
45V
Output 1/2/3/4/5
Open drain
0V (GND)
45V/500mA
DC IN
/
9-36V
45V
AD 1/2
/
0-6V
45V
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4.4 Connecting and Installation
Read this manual before using your OCB-VT-013 and check if all parts are included in the packaging box.
4.4.1 Ensure that your OCB-VT-013 has a working SIM
installed.
- Check that the SIM has not run out of credit (test the SIM in a phone to make sure
it can send and receive SMS)
- Check that the SIM Lock code is turned off
- If you require the function of sending an SMS location report to the authorized
phone number when it makes a call to the OCB-VT-013, please make sure the SIM
installed supports displaying caller ID.
Before inserting SIM card, cut off the power for OCB-
VT-013. Install SIM Card
- Unscrew and remove the front cover of OCBVT-013.
- Insert the SIM card by sliding it into the card slot with the chip module facing to the
connectors on PCB.
- Put back the front cover and screw it up.
4.4.2 Antenna Connection
Connect the GSM Antenna to OCB-
VT-013. Connect the GPS Antenna to
OCB-VT-013.
- GPS antenna is used to receive satellite signals in the sky. It should be fixed to face
the sky (to be placed under the windscreen is recommended) and should not be
covered or shielded by any objects containing metal.
4.4.3 Find a suitable place inside the car for installing OCB-VT-013. Wiring
connections must be firm and reliable and the joints should be wrapped with
insulating tape tightly. The unused electrical wire should be properly insulated.
Check if all wirings have been connected correctly and then connect the AVL unit to
the motor power.
Check that the Red LED (Battery) is flashing 1 second on and 2 seconds off.
Make a missed phone call the OCB-VT-013 using a mobile phone to check if the
calling can go through and the OCB-VT-013 replies with an SMS indicating
longitude, latitude, speed
and date.
5. Change Password
Command: W******,001,######
Description: Change user’s password.
Note:
1. ****** is user’s password and the default password is 000000. The tracker will only accept commands
from a user with the correct password. Commands with wrong password will be ignored.
2. ###### is the new password. Password should be 6 digits.
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Example:
W000000,001,123456
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W123456,001,999999
6. Time Zone
Command: W******,032,T
Description: Correct time into your local time
Note:
1. Default time of the tracker is GMT
2. This correction is applied to location reports by SMS and SMS alarms.
T=0, to turn off this function.
T=[-32768,32767] to set time difference in minute to GMT.
For those ahead of GMT, just input the time difference in minute directly. For example, GMT+8,
W000000,032,480
‘-‘is required for those behind GMT. For example, W000000,032,-120.
Example:
W000000,032,480
W000000,032,-120
7. Track
7.1 Track by SMS
- Track on Demand - Reply with longitude, latitude, speed and date
Command: W******,000
Description: Get the current location of the tracker, send this SMS or make a telephone call directly to the
tracker and it will report its longitude and latitude by SMS with format as follows:-
Latitude = 22 32 36.63N Longitude = 114 04 57.37E, Speed = 2.6854Km/h, 2008-12-24,01:50
Example:
W000000,000
- Track on Demand - Reply with a link to Google Map
Command: W******,100
Description: Send this command to the tracker and then you receive an SMS with an http link. Click on the
link then the location can be shown directly on Google Map on your mobile phone. For example:
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=22.540103,114.082329&ie=UTF8&z=16&iwloc=addr&om=1
Note: Only smart phones and PDA support this function.
Example:
W000000,100
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7.2 Track by Calling
Make a missed call to the tracker and it will report its longitude and latitude by SMS with format as follows:-
Latitude = 22 32 36.63N Longitude = 114 04 57.37E, Speed = 2.6854Km/h, 2008-12-24,01:50
7.3 Track by Preset Interval
Command: W******,002,XXX
Description: Set an interval for the tracker to continuously return its location by SMS
Note:
1. XXX is the interval in minute.
2. If XXX=000 to turn off tracking by time
Example:
W000000,002,030
The tracker will send location data back to your mobile phone every 30 minutes.
7.4 Google Earth and Google Map
Download Google Earth from http://earth.google.com/.
Start Google Earth (For more information about Google Earth please refer to http://earth.google.com/) or
go to http://maps.google.com in your Internet Explorer.
Input the latitude and longitude that you receive from the tracker by SMS and click the search button.
Google Earth or Google Maps will display the location for you.
Example:
When you receive: Latitude = 22 32 40.05N Longitude = 114 04 57.74E
Type as the following picture shows:
(Note: you should input the latitude and longitude as: 22 32 40.05N 114 04 57.74E)
And then you can find the location of your tracker:
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