StarFinder Lite User`s Manual & Reference Guide
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1. 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 26 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Erecn LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM 170 APPLICATIONS AnalogiIn Analog Input Disable v Default Disable Fe utomaticall Q ir Toronto Area Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Analog Input The Analog Input functionality must be enabled before using It is designed to detect and record voltage readings between 0 00 and 3 30 volts reading is then transmitted back in the waypoint message The options to have the unit generate an alert when the voltage drops below a user defined value or above a user defined value are available Some suggestions for setting an alert warning when a voltage drops to a certain value would be monitoring fuel or oil levels Having an alert trigger when the voltage reading reaches a user defined value would be monitoring a temperature gauge 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 27 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Eren LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC FILE StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS l l Com RS232 COM Port Disable v Default Disable Interface with s911 MDT Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Setti2. 24 4235 x24 170 Port 1 1688 Default xxxx ALTERNATIVE SERVER Domain Name 2a 0 Port 2a Static IP 2 ol of of ol Port 2 0 DNS SERYER DNS IP 1 olf olf olf o DNS IP 2 of oF oj o Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Carrier Information This section covers the information required for the unit to access your carriers Access Point GPRS APN The Access Point Name is used by your SIM card to connect to the GPRS network The Access Point is the carrier s server through which the traffic becomes converted from GSM to GPRS Internet traffic User Name The user name authorises your SIM card to access your carriers Access Point Password The password authenticates your SIM card to access your carriers Access Point 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 17 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Server Configuration This section governs the destination end point for the GPRS traffic a failsafe for that destination and DNS to domain name translations Domain Name la This is the domain name of the remote server For www LocationNow com use laipgwl com Static IP 1 This is the IP address of the remote server For www LocationNow com use 624 235 124 170 Port 1 and Port la This is the Port used with the remote server For www LocationNow com use 1688 Not
3. Device Info Firmware Version XX XX Serial Number KXXXXXXXXX 2 Memory Size 512 KB 3 er Toronto Area Hardware Configuration xx xx Device ID 99999999 Default 99999999 Password 00000000 Default 00000000 GSM Band 850 1900 w SIM PIN Number Disable Default Disable Time Zone GmT 05 00 Eastern Time USA amp Canada v Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Device ID Specific unit identifier that identifies your device for online tracking You can locate the Device ID on your Identity Leaflet or more accurately in your user account on the website www LocationNow com Password Is used to protect the Starfinder Lite from other people affecting its operation with SMS commands You can locate the Password on your Identity Leaflet GSM Band This is for setting a frequency that your GSM provider network operates at The North American network bands are 850 1900 and the European network bands are 900 1800 If you are unsure what frequency your carrier operates at please contact them for the correct setting SIM PIN Number If your SIM card is password protected Enable this option and input the PIN code The PIN code tells the Starfinder Lite to use the user defined PIN code when communicating with GSM Time Zone Use this to select your time zone so that the device knows your local tim
4. 2 6 cm Built in jacks for SPK and MIC Panic button and Dial button ready Supply voltage range 9 to 48VDC Internal Li lon backup battery able to provide approximately 10h life from a full charge Low operating power consumption less than 1W after battery is charged Operation Temperature 30C to 85C USB Port for configuration Compatible with Mobile Data Terminal 4 Optically Isolated digital inputs 3 Optically Isolated digital outputs 1 Analog input available 99 Internal Geo Fence capability with in out of fence alert easily configurable through Laipac Utility SW Data logger capability built in with 15 000 positions memory to record time stamp speed location and event state Smart logger capability built in with 600 positions memory to record time stamp speed location and event state 3 Axial Motion G Sensor to report impact accident crash or towing event Real time dynamic position report based on time interval or distance traveled Mileage report and over speed alert 3 Emergency call numbers with fail over capability Firmware update through internet or through air WAAS EGNOS available Power saving options available GSM fail safes available 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 6 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide e 3 INITIAL SETUP This section will help you setup and configure your Starfinder Lite GPRS tracking device 3 1 Wh
5. Alert when Trunk On Off Disable Default Disabley Counter 3 Starting Value when ounter 3 reaches Input 4 as _ Disable Default Disable Alert when Cap Oil Open Close Disable Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Input 1 Allows you to activate the functionality of the input by enabling it Triggered Alerts This option allows you to send an alert when the alert condition is met by the input detecting a high voltage level In the example you have the option to receive an alert every time the ignition gets turned on Counter Start Value This option allows the device to record how many times the alert gets triggered and accumulates from the value you set it to Counter Alert Value This option allows you to tell the Starfinder Lite to send an alert when the counter value reaches a user defined value If you set it to 90 it will send an alert once the counter start value reaches 90 The same settings apply across the other inputs The only change is the suggestive use for the application for the input Note Input 1 must be reserved for the vehicle ignition as it is used in later features 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 24 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Precu LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC FILE StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Output Output 1 as Disable x D
6. From there you can edit and resave it to your Starfinder Lite 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 19 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 4 Advanced Configuration and Features This next section covers all other configuration settings not listed under basic setup and falls under 3 major categories one for System one for I O and the last for Applications The System settings are concerned with reporting and voice setup The I O settings are used for customizable I O functionality The Applications section is used for other types of event messages 4 1 System Settings Precn LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Real Time Report by Time i a me ee a x Interval oj hr 30 3 min 0 gt sec Default 30 mins Real Time Report by Distance To at Travelled p20 krn Default 20 km Smart Log Report Disable Default Disable Air Time Green Mode Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Reporting Values This option allows you to specify how frequent the unit will send a position update You can specify the report by time value in hours minutes and seconds You can specify the report by distance value in kilometers miles or yards Smart Log Report The smart log report option allows the unit to automatically log position updates into internal memory based on
7. dropdown menu The options are enter or exit To name the geo fence type in the name value you want in the field right of Zone Name Now that the geo fence has been completely setup select the Save current dataset as other file and it will create a new file to the location of your choice The Save current dataset button will save your current work to your existing filename To verify your settings have saved properly use the Open a dataset button and select any previously saved file 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 32 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 Updating the Firmware StarFinder Lite Configuration Utility Specification 5 Configuration Copyright 2009 Laipac Technology Inc Sometimes we will release new firmware the program inside the device which will add new features and enhance others These updates can be easily performed using the StarFinder Lite Utility once you have downloaded the new firmware file from the website To update the firmware you must set up your StarFinder Lite device the same as if you wanted to configure it ie reset just before you plug in the USB and like configuration it can be performed independent of the main power supply with a well charged battery Open the StarFinder Lite Utility and at the main screen click on the Firmware Update button Also connect your StarF
8. for Mobile Communications Short Messaging Service and General Packet Radio Service communications with ultra sensitive GPS technology to provide a rugged yet precise and reliable tracking platform The Starfinder Lite can be used to report positions or events in real time as well as log positions for local or remote downloading The Starfinder Lite comes standard with four optical inputs for connecting to alarm systems or other sensors one analog inputs and three output relays for ignition disabling and remote door unlocking A backup battery is also included Each Starfinder Lite can be programmed with a unique device ID and can send data to any static or dynamic IP address or SMS base station Configuration of the unit can be done locally via the Starfinder Lite configuration utility in Windows or over the air via GPRS or SMS We currently offer our web based tracking application www LocationNow com for tracking and fleet management For custom applications we can provide our ADK kit with confidential protocol to software developers for platform integration 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 5 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 2 FEATURES Worldwide GSM GPRS Quad band 850 900 1800 1900MHz Multi mode ready for SMS only GPRS only or SMS GPRS CDMA model coming by Q4 2009 High Sensitivity GPS Receiver of 20 Ch GPS Accuracy 3 5 m Dimension 9 7 x 5 9 x
9. is set the Starfinder will report back to the control center when the unit has travelled outside the boundary with the corresponding event code When the Starfinder travels above the set speed limit it will report back to the control center with the appropriate event code When the time interval reporting is set the Starfinder will send a position message to the control center after this amount of time When the distance interval is set the Starfinder will send a position message to the control center after it has travelled this set distance When detected that a high acceleration configurable level is achieved the Starfinder Lite will send a report to the SMS base station or control center When the vehicle ignition is off and the unit senses movement an alert message will be sent Data Logger Memory Full alert will cause the unit to send an alert when the internal memory of the unit is full or has reached max capacity When both time and distance intervals are set they work dynamically together like an OR operation This means that whenever either condition is met it will report 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 43 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 6 3 Reporting by Request In addition to automatically reporting the position you can manually request the current position or settings The following are some parameters which can be requested
10. StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Revision 1 2009 LAIPAC TECH 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All rights reserved The Specifications and information regarding the products in this manual are subjected to change without notice All statements information and recommendations in this manual are believed to be accurate but are represented without warranty of any kind express or implied users must take full responsibility for their applications of any Products Reproduction of the contents of this manual in whole or in part without written permission of Laipac Technology Inc is prohibited Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement 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 u
11. Starfinder Lite e Power I O harness and call button cables e GSM patch antenna 3 meters long e GPS magnet mount antenna 5 meters long e GPRS enabled SIM card with known APN settings 5 2 2 Installing your Starfinder Lite To begin the installation insert your activated SIM card into the SIM card tray Connect the GSM patch antenna long and skinny and GPS magnet antenna square to the appropriate connectors To power the unit connect the power wiring harness and connect the red and black wires to a 9 38V DC supply Make sure the supplied fuse is in place 5 2 3 Considerations There are a few considerations you should make when installing your Starfinder Lite You should make sure the unit is somewhat accessible so that you can connect the unit to a laptop via USB for configuration and local NMEA 2 0 output The GSM antenna may be mounted almost anywhere as the GSM signal is generally very strong The GPS antenna however should be mounted somewhere with a clear line of sight to the sky under dash board or at least in a position not surrounded by metal If you are having trouble receiving either signal try relocating the antenna 5 2 4 Other Options The Starfinder Lite comes with many other options which may need installation There are 4 optically isolated inputs 3 optically isolated outputs and 1 analog port which may need to be connected and would rely on the specific application for installation details A certified
12. anual amp Reference Guide 5 2 7 Analog Input Analog Input Analog GND Input voltage 0 3 3V Resolution 10 bit Sample Time 100ms Analog Input When enabled the analog port is used to measure input voltage from 0 3 3V and will send an alert when the voltage exceeds the level specified in your configuration The Analog input is tolerant up to 5V exceeding 5V can damage your StarFinder Lite Analog GND This is the ground reference for the Analog Input signal It is isolated from Common Ground and other grounds 5 2 8 Optically Isolated Inputs Input 2 Input 4 GND A HEH GND B Input 3 Input 1 When the inputs are enabled they will send an alert when the specified condition is met and all have the same electrical characteristics and behavioural options 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 40 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Electrical Logic Levels Characteristics Minimum Maximum Logical HIGH 3 5V 1 3mA 18V 6 7mA Logical LOW OV OmA 3V 1 1lmA GND A Serves as electric ground for Input 1 and Input 2 and is isolated from the Common Ground and other grounds GND B Serves as electric ground for Input 3 and Input 4 and is isolated from the Common Ground and other grounds Note An input level exceeding 19V could damage the StarFinder Lite and should be avoided 5 2 9 Optically Iso
13. at you will need To begin your evaluation you will need the following e Starfinder Lite e Power and I O harness cables complete with Voice and Panic buttons e GSM patch antenna 3 meters cable length e GPS magnet mount antenna 5 meters cable length e GPRS data enabled SIM card with known APN settings 2G and TDMA compliant e Your Identity Leaflet provided in the Evaluation Kit e 7 38V DC power supply e USB A to USB Mini B cable e PC with Windows XP or later Microsoft Operating System GPRS operation assumed 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 3 2 Setup Summary The setup summary is an outline of what must be accomplished in order to operate the device Detailed descriptions of these steps will be listed in the next sections 1 Insert the SIM card into the SIM Card Tray on the front of the unit Connect the GPS and GSM antennas Install the Starfinder Lite software and configuration utility Power the Starfinder Lite Connect the Starfinder Lite to the computer using the USB cable Press the reset button and open the configuration utility Aoo omm E Configure the parameters and save the settings 3 3 Installing the Starfinder Lite Software The first step in installing the Starfinder Lite software is to transfer the SF Lite Exec zip file onto your computer After transferring the file over to your com
14. ate from there Mileage Alert This alert must be enabled before it can be used This alert will be sent to the GPRS server once the mileage accumulated value matches the alert value It is suggested to generate a maintenance warning outlining an oil change etc is coming due Mileage Alert Value The alert value is a user defined value that is designed to provide a warning before a vehicle maintenance job is due The unit of distance must be the same as the Mileage Starting Value The recommended setting for this value is 1000 km before the next oil change is due 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 29 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM 1 0 APPLICATIONS Parking amp Accident Towing Alert Disable v Default Disable 0 er Toronto Area matically Call Emergency recommanded value Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Towing Alert The Towing Alert must be enabled before it can be used This feature may be used with Air Time Green Mode and must be used with Input 1 status When the unit is powered off for the night and there is movement or a 2G or greater force the unit will wake up and send an alert to the GPRS server This is in a situation where someone tows a vehicle with out consent rather then tur
15. car audio security installer should be familiar with connecting the relays to door locks or starter triggers The specs and considerations for these other features can be found later in this section 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 38 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 2 5 Power Connector Power PERH m The main Power supply voltage can be in the range of 7 38V with recommended range of 9 38V Typical power consumption of the Starfinder Lite is 1W with peaks up to 5 5W The current drawn is a result of power over voltage thus a low voltage power supply will need to provide more current 5 2 6 Buttons Input Output Input BIO2 GND HERH HHHH oo Output BIO3 Input BIO 1 These four connections are used by the StarFinder Lite Button Analog cable set If you are using these without the standard cable set the following summarizes the use of these connections Input BIO1 Active LOW will start answer or end a phone call if enabled Input BIO2 Active LOW will send a Panic report to LocationNow if enabled Output BIO3 Normally LOW indicates phone call status used to drive LED GND Common Ground The inputs are standard 3 3V to signal a logical HIGH and tolerant up to 5V exceeding 5V can damage your StarFinder Lite 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 39 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s M
16. clicking on the zone A similar image will appear as shown below 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 31 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide frmBrowser P Zone Name HOO Point 1 M Point 2 a View Map Measure Set Geo Fence Send Geo Data The Geo Fence Zone Setting window gives the option to start editing an existing geo fence name adding a new record removing the existing record save the record to the zone and canceling or undoing your changes To close the window click the x in the upper right Note The Geo Fence Zone Setting window is only available by selecting the Edit Data of the Zone button In the frmBroswer window the View Map button allows you to view the map and clears existing information The Measure button allows you to select two different points and obtain the distance between the two points If you select a third point and so on the total distance will just keep accumulating The Set Geo Fence button allows you to set up a geo fence over an area The Send Geo Data button saves the geo fence to the zone that was selected in the previous step Now that the geo fence has been saved close the frmBroswer window On the GeoFences page in the utility we can see the new entry added to the Zone list Now the type of geo fence can be specified by selecting the Alert on value option
17. computer locate the INSTALL DRIVER bat file and run it Note This is a small program which will automatically install the virtual COM port necessary for your Starfinder Lite to interface with the configuration utility 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 9 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide amp C Program Files SF Lite Exec fel File Edit View Favorites Tools Help ay Q sxx bd i P Search Folders Ez File and Folder Tasks m Rename this file ay Move this file P Cony this file Publish this file to the Web G E mail this file X Delete this file Other Places O Program Files O My Documents O Shared Documents S My Computer E My Network Places Details SF Lite Utility exe Application Date Modified Friday March 13 2009 10 39 AM Size 2 26 MB H Binary Images geo fence set Default cds CDS File 2 KB FieldMapping xml XML Document 9 KB GeoFenceZones cds CDS File 1 KB S INSTALL DRIVER bat MS DOS Batch File 1 KB README File 1 KB Address Links Driver images Config txt Text Document 3 KB FieldMapping cds CDS File 5 KB GeoFence cds 5 File GSM Band xml XML Document 1KB MapCenter cds CDS File 1KB aipac Tech Inc User Guide Firmware Upadater EN Time Zone xml XML Document Rev 0 1 doc 3KB Microsoft Word Document With the comp
18. e 3 To progress to the next set of configuration options click on the word Services The Services option list defines what services and operating mode your StarFinder Lite will be using Change this page 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 14 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Services WIRELESS DATA PLAN GPRS Enable Default Enable SMS Disable i Default Disable Disable WIRELESS VOICE PLAN Voice Disable v Default Disable ming Cal A ito Answer Eraut AULO FALL BACK MODE SMS Disable Default GPRS gt Satellite Disable Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Note The settings in this image are automatically set by default to use GPRS with out voice If you are using GPRS only you may skip this step Wireless Data Plan This section governs the default modem mode connection settings or what the unit will connect to first GPRS If you are using LocationNow tracking services this must be enabled GPRS mode tells the device it will be transmitting its information across the internet SMS If you are using LocationNow but using SMS messaging instead this should be enabled Short Message System mode tells the device it will be transmitting it
19. e The traffic generated from our devices gets forwarded to its destination by the domain name first IP address second and transmits the traffic through port 1688 The device will try to communicate through the domain name first IP address second This is a fail safe so that if either the domain name or IP address are inaccessible for any reason then the other can be used without an interruption in service ALTERNATIVE SERVER The values have the same meanings as the values under Server Configuration but are for a backup server in case the primary server becomes completely unavailable Configuring the alternative server is optional Under DNS SERVER DNS IP 1 and 2 Allows you to select specific DNS servers by their IP address Since the GSM module does this already these settings are optional Note In the event that domain name 1 fails the unit will activate the smart logging feature and will attempt IP address 1 If IP address 1 fails the unit will try Domain Name 2 If Domain Name 2 fails the unit will try IP address 2 From here a loop effect will occur until it connects to one of those IP addresses During this loop effect the smart logging feature will remain active Warning If you have a Fall Back Mode set along with Primary Server and Alternate Server the unit without GPRS connectivity function as follows First Domain Name fails unit activates Smart Logging Next the unit attempts to connect to SMS From there th
20. e loop effect between SMS and GPRS Domain Name 1 will occur regardless of other IP addresses or server setup The same applies if you have Satellite fall back mode setup 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 18 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide ee LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC Finder LITE Configuration Util SYSTEM APPLICATIONS NMEA NMEA USB Port Output pps PF ch is a leading ETE E Default 4800 R the r Toronto Area WAAS EGNOS Disable x Default Disable Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device NMEA Baud NOT YET IMPLEMENTED WAAS EGNOS This setting enables the compatibility for Wide Area Augmentation System and European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service for added GPS accuracy This setting is recommended but optional Saving and Loading Your Configuration Once you have finished configuring your device click the Save All Settings to Device button and the settings will save To save the settings to a file click on file click on save as specify your filename and path where you will store it Once finished click save and a file will be generated with your configuration To load the settings click on Read Settings from device and point to where you have stored your configuration file Once you have located the file click Open and the configuration will load
21. e System information such as firmware version and memory size e Current position e Current mileage or speed limit setting e Current Report settings e Current Geo Fence settings e Current log settings e Current input status e Current output status 6 4 Serial Port NOT YET DEFINED 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 44
22. ecommended Install from a list or specific location Advanced Click Next to continue lt Back Cancel 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 11 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide If the following message is displayed click Continue Anyway to install the drivers Note For Vista users this message will appear differently but will have the same meaning Hardware Installation A The software you are installing for this hardware T91 USB to Serial Converter has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows xP Tell me why this testing is important Continuing your installation of this software may impair or destabilize the correct operation of your system either immediately or in the future Microsoft strongly recommends that you stop this installation now and contact the hardware vendor for software that has passed Windows Logo testing STOP Installation Once the automatic driver installation has completed please press Finish and then continue to the Basic Configuration section to set up your StarFinder Lite 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 12 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 3 4 2 Basic Configuration With the necessary files installed and unpacked you can now set up the device for use First open the StarFi
23. ed Page 3 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 1 5 5 1 6 5 1 6 5 1 7 5 1 8 POWeP Connector scene neecson iv ivses sh visieletsteisies 15 Digital I O Optically Isolated Inputs 1 ccccccecceecneccnecceeceeeneeeaeeeeeaeeeeenaes 16 ANQIOG POV visa cans ders adage fecstebnesssdeinan dante egae panera erdatede EAA NES 16 Optically Isolated OUtputs cccccccceeceecnecceecnecceeeeeeeaeeceeeaeeeaeeeeeeaas 17 6 1 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 7 7 1 T2 7 3 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved LED Ope ratiOks secsi E R E 17 Position Reporting by EVGitccsseccesbeexicorsaacsesxesecwescevecusents 18 Position Reporting by Request cceceeeeeee eee e eee ee eeaes 19 Data Logging az aunagaesereseeacatdereenerenienideeaiontueeeeniewenieery 19 Serial POUL carasnsnesacaseenceunsiesagecnuesseceieenneerneremsnauecsenauie 19 AVAILABLE OPTIONS wssicscsecccancsarossuccsasaacadeseesssicel Battery BACK ictcenictatcadidsohahactddwhes R e are Ta aite 20 Speaker Microphone 0 crsawsavswenegeseiendeeunewedsneaspeasbesoosss 20 RF Panic Option een Cue mney mene ee Reine oro Raney a eet 20 Page 4 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 1 INTRODUCTION The Starfinder Lite is a robust platform designed for remote vehicle tracking and security The Starfinder combines both GSM SMS and GPRS Global System
24. efault Disable r Toronto Area Output 2 as Disable x Default Disable Output 3 as Disable x Default Disable Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Output 1 Allows you to activate the functionality of the output by enabling it Control Functions The control function of the outputs enables or disables the output as a fixed switch or a timed switch A timed switch time is suited in situations where the voltage across a system can not remain constant such as triggering the door locks A fixed switch is suited in situations where the voltage across a system must remain constant such as triggering the starter Pulse Time Value This is the amount of time the timed switch will change its state If the door locks requires a 1 second pulse to trigger set this time for 1 second Note A certified vehicle installer will be able to tell you how long of a pulse is required The same settings apply across the other outputs The only change is the suggestive use for the application of the output The suggestion is only a recommendation and does not have to be followed completely Note The starter should be set to normally closed On as you would want to start the car after installation and disable it as a test The door locks should be set to normally open Off as you want to send a voltage pulse and avoid burning out the door lock system For more electrical details and specs refer t
25. inder Lite to the PC if this is not already done If connected the next window that appears will look similar to the following image 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 33 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide To load the new firmware to your StarFinder Lite select the firmware file using the button indicated by A file select prompt and once selected begin the download with the button indicated by B You will see a progress bar at the bottom when it begins If there is an indication of failure simply attempt the download again Otherwise it will say Success and you may close this part of the Utility The firmware update is complete Firmware Updater Note The COM will vary between computers and the actual does not matter As long as a COM has been automatically selected then it should be fine see highlighted area C 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 34 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 HARDWARE DETAILS amp INSTALLATION The Starfinder Lite is enclosed in a robust metal case and can withstand intensive shock and temperature environments The features on the front of the unit include a SIM card tray a USB port the reset button speaker and microphone jacks 2 female SMA connectors for the GPS and GSM antennas and three LEDs to show the status of reporting and connect
26. ive applications e Class 4 2W 900 MHz e Class 2 1W 1800 MHz e R amp TTE GCF CC EMC Safety and Chinese approved e Data circuit up to 14400 bits s e GPRS Class 10 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 36 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 1 3 GPS Antenna Specifications 1575 42 3 MHz Frequency VSWR 2 0 Max Bandwidth 10 MHz Min Axial Ratio 3dB Typical Impedance 50 Ohm Peak Gain 4 dBic Min Gain Coverage gt 4dBic at 90 lt 0 lt 90 over 75 volume Polarization RHCP DC Voltage 3 3V 5 1 4 GSM Antenna Specifications Bands 850 900 1800 1900 MHz Frequency Range 824 960 MHz 1710 1990 MHz Impedance 50 Ohm VSWR lt 2 0 1 Gain 2dBi Radiation Omni Polarization Vertical Wave Half Wave Dipole 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 37 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 2 Installation The difficulty level of installing your Starfinder Lite depends on which features you would like to use Outlined here will be the basic installation requirements for real time tracking You can refer to the Optically Isolated Inputs Optically Isolated Outputs and Analog Port sections for more advanced hardware features which may require a more intricate installation 5 2 1 Required Hardware e
27. ivity as shown in the GPS below image GPS GSM GSM SPK MIC c 66 USB RST pamaen amp The connections available on the back of the unit includes four optically isolated inputs and three optically isolated outputs in the main I O section labeled as 12V one analog input and the TTL I O ports used for the call answer button labeled as 3 5V a wide power supply input range of 7 38V and RS232 interface as shown in the below image Note Please refer to sections 5 2 5 through 5 2 9 for detailed electrical specifications SIM I O I O PWR 3 5V 12V 7 38V 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 35 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 5 1 Hardware Details 5 1 1 GPS Engine Specifications Value Units Channels 20 Channels RF Frequency 1575 42 MHz Position update rate 1 Hz Active antenna bias voltage 3 V Position accuracy lt 10 Meters Velocity accuracy 0 1 m s Time accuracy 1 us Cold start acquisition time 42 Seconds Warm start acquisition time 38 Seconds Hot start acquisition time 1 Seconds Maximum velocity tracked 515 m s Maximum altitude tracked 18 000 Meters Jerk 20 m s Tracking Sensitivity 159 dBm Navigation Sensitivity 159 dBm 5 1 2 GSM Modem Specifications e Quad band GSM GPRS component 850 900 1800 1900 MHz e Designed for M2M and automot
28. lated Outputs Output 2 GND O HEH 7m Output 3 Output 1 The Starfinder Lite has three optical outputs which can be remotely controlled by the control center All three outputs have the same electrical characteristics and behavioural options Electrical Characteristics All three of these outputs are optically switch transistors They do not source any current or voltage Reverse current flow is prevented Connection GND O serves as electric ground for all three outputs and is isolated from the Common Ground and other grounds Maximum pull up source voltage 300V Maximum individual sinking current 150mA Maximum collective sinking current 300mA Maximum reverse voltage tolerance 75V Note Exceeding these values can damage the StarFinder Lite and should be avoided 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 41 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Behaviour Options Starting Closed The output switch is closed A remote command will change this connection to open Starting Open The output switch is open A remote command will change this connection to closed Normally Open The output switch is normally open A remote command will close the switch for the length of time specified in configuration Normally Closed The output switch is normally closed A remote command will open the switch for the length of time specified in configuration 6 OPERATION The foll
29. letion of the previous step the configuration utility can be located and used Once you are able to open the Starfinder Lite configuration utility you may move on to the next section Configuring Your StarFinder Lite 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 10 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 3 4 Using Your StarFinder Lite 3 4 1 For the First Time The first time that you connect your StarFinder Lite to your PC Windows will call the Found New Hardware Wizard This will install the USB drivers needed to connect your StarFinder Lite with your PC Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device O No not this time Click Next to continue Allow Windows find and install the driver automatically Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for AT91 USB to Serial Converter Ce If your hardware came with an installation CD lt 6 or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Install the software automatically R
30. nder Lite Utility and click on Configuration Next supply power to the device if it is charged the unit will be able to run off of its internal battery Before you connect the device with the computer via USB you must press and release the Reset button and within five 5 seconds of Reset then insert the USB cable You may have one end of the cable connected beforehand You will know that the device is reset when you ve pressed the button and the GPS and GSM lights have shut off If you do this correctly then a window will come up in the corner of your screen saying Found a new device followed by Open COM otherwise you will get an alert from Windows saying USB Device Not Recognized and you must try to reset and connect again xf Open COM2 A USB Device Not Recognized x One of the USB devices attached to this computer has malfunctioned and Windows does not recognize it For assistance in solving this problem click this message amp amp 11 12 AM With the device connected to the Utility you may now configure it for your account settings and usage preferences The first configuration page configures your device to work with your LocationNow account for tracking 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 13 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Etech LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS
31. ngs from Device RS232 TO BE DEFINED LATER 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 28 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 4 3 Applications Preca LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Speed amp Mileage Speed Limit Alert Disable Default Disable Mileage Accumulator Disable x Default Disable Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Speed Limit Alert In order to use this function it must be enabled first The Speed Limit Alert formerly known as over speed is designed to send an alert if the unit moves faster then the speed limit value Speed Limit The speed limit is user defined and can be set in kilometers or miles per hour Ifthe unit travels faster then this value a speed limit alert will be sent to the GPRS server Mileage The Mileage Accumulator option must be enabled before it can be used It is designed to start accumulating distance based on a user defined start point and unit of distance If the unit of distance is increased by 1 the incremented value will be added to the current mileage value Starting Value The Mileage Start Value is user defined and is recommended to match the odometer reading in the equipped vehicle From there you can specify the unit of distance being kilometers or miles and the mileage value will accumul
32. ning it on and driving away with it Trigger Value The G Sensor Trigger Value has a default value of 2Gs and should be kept at a low recommended value to sense movement Note that the Ignition must be off in order for this alert to work Accident Alert The accident alert requires enabling before it is used It is designed to sense a high impact hit and send an alert upon receiving it similar to that of a vehicle collision Trigger Value The G Sensor Trigger Value has a default value of 7Gs and should be kept at a high recommended value to cense a vehicle collision as opposed to a pot hole Call Emergency To have the Automatically Call Emergency Number function this feature must first be enabled The Voice option must be enabled under Setup Services and you must have programmed phone numbers into the Emergency Numbers fields under System Phone Numbers 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 30 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Breen LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM APPLICATIONS GeoFences Geo Fence Enable x Default Disable ID 1 Alert on Enter Zone Name v located in the Hi a the Greater Toronto Point 1 o ol Point 2 Oo Oo Memo Point 1 4 Latitude Longitude 0 0 Point 2 4 Latitude Longit
33. o section 5 2 9 Optically Isolated Outputs 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 25 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Erec LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Q ar Toronto Area Sall f The voice service must be enable in order to use the call features Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Panic Button Allows you to activate the functionality of the panic button by enabling it Once enabled the panic button will send a panic alert message to the GPRS server will call emergency number 1 or will do both by sending the alert first then calling second Call Button Allows you to activate the functionality of the call button by enabling it The call button has a function where it will allow the user to answer incoming calls only or has the function to answer incoming calls and speed dial the number programmed into Emergency Number 1 Note In order to use the Call Button the Voice option under Setup Services menus must be enabled and your SIM card must be Voice enabled and a phone number is required in the Assistance Number field under System Phone Numbers Also you must have a phone number programmed into Emergency Number 1 in order for the Panic Button to call the number or send an alert then call the number
34. owing outlines the various operating and reporting features of the Starfinder Lite 6 1 LED Operation The Starfinder Lite has three LEDs on the front of the unit They are Power GPS and GSM The following is a description of their operation LED Flashing Off Stead Power No Power ofi Power On GPS Searching for Position Valid Position Acquired GSM Connected to Network Not connected to Network Note A flashing GSM LED does not necessarily mean the unit is connected to GPRS or www LocationNow com It only means the unit has registered with the GSM network 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 42 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 6 2 Position Reporting by Event There are many events which can trigger the Starfinder to send a position report Most are outlined below For other possible messages contact sales laipac com to purchase the development protocol The descriptions in italics are options and not standard features Input 1 Opto 1 Input 2 Opto 2 Geo Fence Overspeed Timed Reporting Distance Reporting Accident Alert Towing Alert DL Memory Full A high signal at Input 1 will send a position message to the control center with the corresponding event code A high signal at Input 2 will send a position message to the control center with the corresponding event code Once the hardware Geo Fence
35. puter you must extract or unzip the data to any preferable location on your computer 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 8 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide f C Program Files SF Lite Exec fel File Edit View Favorites Tools Help ay Q sxx bd amp P Search Folders a Address Links a File and Folder Tasks a Binary Images Driver m Rename this file ay Move this file P Copy this file Publish this file to the Web 6 E mail this file Print this file YK Delete this file p ge CDS File 2KB geo fence set images Config txt Text Document 3 KB SysBase FieldMapping cds CDS File 5 KB Other Places FieldMapping xml H XML Document O Program Files 9KB AE 3 My Documents A GeoFenceZones cds Shared Documents CDS Fle 5 My Computer 1 KB My Network Places GeoFence cds 5 File el aon Ty y GSM Band xml XML Document 1KB Vi ALL DRIVER bat MapCenter cds tch File CDS File 1 KB Details README File 1 KB SF Lite Utility exe INSTALL DRIVER bat Laipac Tech Inc MS DOS Batch File Date Modified Friday March 13 2009 11 18 AM o Time Zone xml w User Guide Firmware Upadater ea XML Document Rev 0 1 doc Size 121 bytes 3KB Microsoft Word Document Em 4 Vv Once you open up the file folder named SF Lite Exec on your
36. r Memory Full alert will cause the unit to send an alert when the internal memory of the unit is full This means that once the unit runs out of memory an alert will be sent to the GPRS server 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 21 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Etech LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SYSTEM 1 0 APPLICATIONS Phone Numbers er Toronto Area SMS Base Station Number Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Assistance Number When you press the call button the number programmed into the Assistance Number field will be dialed Emergency Numbers If the Assistance number is not answered the Starfinder Lite will dial Emergency Number 1 If Emergency Number 1 is unanswered the Starfinder Lite will dial Emergency Number 2 If Emergency Number 2 is unanswered the Starfinder Lite will redial emergency Number 1 From there it will cycle through both numbers until one of those lines are answered SMS Base Station The SMS Base Station Number is used when the Starfinder Lite is operating in SMS mode of operation All of the waypoints and alert messages will be sent to the SMS Base Station Number The number it self can belong to a cell phone an SMS modem or any SMS device Note In order to use the Assistance Number and Emergency N
37. s information to another SMS device Satellite To be determined Wireless Voice Plan This section initializes the voice option in the Starfinder Lite Voice If you are using a SIM card that is voice calling enabled you may enable this option which will allow you to use the StarFinder Lite as an emergency car phone If you are not using a voice enabled SIM card no calling or voice communication can be accomplished 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 15 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Incoming Call This setting requires Voice to be enabled and will determine whether or not the unit will automatically answer incoming calls Note By enabling the voice option the unit can be used with emergency number calling and other features that will use the emergency numbers in the event of an emergency Fall Back Mode This section is a fail safe based on how the unit will react in the event there is no GSM coverage GPRS gt SMS In the event GPRS communication is lost the unit will automatically switch to SMS mode In the event GPRS becomes reacquired the unit will automatically switch back to GPRS mode of operation If you select SMS mode Satellite mode will become disabled GPRS gt Satellite In the event GPRS communication is lost the unit will automatically switch to Satellite mode In the event GPRS becomes reacquired the unit will automatically s
38. ser 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 Consult the dealer or an experienced installer for help You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 2 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 2 FEATURES 3 INITIAL SETUP 3 1 What you will need 3 2 Setup Summary 3 3 Installing the StarFinder Lite Software 3 4 Using Your StarFinder Lite 3 4 1 For The First Time 3 4 2 Basic Configuration 4 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION AND FEATURES _ 18 4 1 System Settings 4 2 Input Output Settings 4 3 Application Settings 5 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE 5 HARDWARE DETAILS amp LAYOUT csseee Dak Specifications ist atsneceneuannssaeserwaanereeseeunondentnavadarcceneanne ST GPS Engin Spetses iene eE tip E EEEE te EEA EEEE 5 1 2 GSM Modem SPpetS irisiiri iisipin ipinin eieae 5 1 3 GPS Antenna SPecs c cccccccccsecceccnecceeeeecaeceneeeeeeaeeceeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaae 5 1 4 GSM Antenna SpecS ccccecccecceecnecc eee neeca eee eeaeeceeeeeeeaeeaeeeeeeaeeeaey 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserv
39. the reporting values in the event there is no GPRS connectivity When the Starfinder Lite reconnects to GPRS the lost messages are then transmitted back to the GPRS server automatically The option is to Enable or Disable this feature AT Green Mode Air Time Green Mode allows you to set the hours in which the unit can operate in If you only require tracking during a particular time of day the unit will go live during that specified time and will turn off To use this feature you must enable this feature and then specify the time the unit will be actively reporting for 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 20 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS DataLogger Waypoints amp Events Log Disable vi Default Disable x J hrao mini o ec Defz 30 rri o I l G er Toronto Area Datalogger Memory Full Alert Disable v Default Disable Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Waypoint Log Waypoints amp Events Log setting gives you the option to log or store waypoint and alert messages in the unit s internal memory Log by Time Logs messages into internal memory based on the specified time interval Log by Distance Logs messages into internal memory based on the specified distance interval DL Memory Full Data Logge
40. ude 0 we Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Geo Fence The Geo Fence settings must be enabled before using The term Geo Fence refers to setting up a geographical perimeter around the device that generates an alert when the unit has left that perimeter The Geo Fence system also provides the inverse effect meaning if the unit enters a boundary the device will generate an alert The geo fencing system allows the device operator to setup a maximum of 99 different Geo Fences though 20 are initialized by default The steps involved setting up a Geo Fence include Creating a new Geo Fence Data Set Setting up a geo fence over an area specifying the type of geo fence naming the geo fence and saving loading data sheets To create a new Dataset select the Create New Geo Fence Dataset button From this menu you can specify the total number of Geo Fences that can be used to a maximum of 99 and where the map will be centralized over Once you have specified the information click OK to continue Note You will be able to zoom out or pan over to the area you would like to setup the geo fences Now that the new data sheet is created we can setup a Geo Fence over an area by first selecting a zone simply by clicking on it Next enter the map view by either selecting the Set Geo Fence with Google Map button selecting the Edit Data of the Zone button or by double
41. umbers the Voice option under Setup Services menus must be enabled and your SIM card must be Voice enabled 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 22 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS l l Server Query Server Query Enable l Default Enable Query Interval olg hr 30 4 min Tants Arah Save Setting Save All Settings to Device Read Settings from Device Server Query Used as a GSM keep alive and tests the connection status of the Starfinder Lite This setting must be enabled first Query Interval The actual interval in which the Starfinder Lite tests the connection between the GPRS server and itself If there is no server response to the message the Starfinder Lite sends out the unit will reset and try to resynchronize Change this page 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 23 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide 4 2 I O Settings Erec LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM APPLICATIONS Input l Disable y Default Disable n Ignition On Off Las Input Aler ie ig Disable Def Input 2 as Disable iv Default Disable Input 3 as Disable j Default Disable
42. witch back to GPRS mode of operation If you select Satellite mode SMS mode will become disabled To progress to the next set of configuration options click on Network The Network option list contains the necessary wireless carrier settings needed for the device to access the internet and transmit its location and events to our LocationNow servers Note If you are operating your device exclusively in SMS mode you may skip this step Note In the event that GPRS fails and SMS Fall Back Mode has been set the unit will first activate the smart log procedures and will immediately try for SMS connectivity If there is no SMS connectivity the unit will switch between SMS and GPRS until the unit synchronizes with one of the modes The same sequence will apply for GPRS to Satellite mode Warning The Fall Back Mode takes priority over switching between Alternate Servers and alternate IP addresses outlined on the next page 1999 2008 by Laipac Technology Inc All Rights Reserved Page 16 Laipac Technology Inc StarFinder Lite User s Manual amp Reference Guide Erecn LAIPAC TECHNOLOGY INC FILE StarFinder LITE Configuration Utility SETUP SYSTEM 1 0 APPLICATIONS l Network WIRELESS CARRIER ading G npany f the GPRS APN er Toronto Area GRPS APN User Name GRPS APN Password SERVERS Port 1a 1688 L l Domain Name 1a flaipgwi com Static IP 1
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