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VTracker Instruction Manual NAVT-01
Thank You!
Thank you for choosing Nautic Alert® VTracker. Proudly engineered and assembled in the USA. We are
confident your new purchase will provide an outstanding experience of edge-based precision engineered
technology. Please take a few minutes to read through the instruction manual and familiarize yourself
with the installation and setup process.
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- Page 1 VTracker Instruction Manual NAVT-01 Thank You! Thank you for choosing Nautic Alert® VTracker. Proudly engineered and assembled in the USA. We are confident your new purchase will provide an outstanding experience of edge-based precision engineered technology. Please take a few minutes to read through the instruction manual and familiarize yourself with the installation and setup process.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Alarm/Security Monitoring ......................... 14 SOS ................................14 GEOS Reference ............................15 Geofence ..............................16 Activating VTracker and Remote Access ..................... 17 Remote Text Message Access ......................... 17 Admin and Additional Users ........................17 MyInsights Web Portal ..........................18 Page 2... -
Page 3: Technical Specifications
Operating Temperature: -20 to 60C Enclosure: IP67 when cable glands properly sealed Follow ABYC installation standards Incorrect wiring may damage VTracker or external devices and voids warranty Product Labeling Requirements Device Contains FCC ID: Q639603 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 interferences, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 4: Quick Start Guide
Portal, and the geofence data will upload and sync with the device making it fully aware of the boundaries. This makes it possible for VTracker to notify in real time when entering or exiting a geofence boundary, including the name of the boundary. See the... -
Page 5: Cloud Watch Reporting Service
Cloud Watch Reporting Service A Cloud Watch reporting service is available for the ultimate anti-theft detection, which provides the same as the Enhanced Reporting service, with a 15 minute check-in/location update interval, plus the following: Anti-Theft With Cloud Watch, the update interval is 15 minutes, and communication inactivity will be detected and notified. -
Page 6: Vtracker Overview
VTracker optional capabilities provide a set of dedicated input and output ports for a backup battery to enable full fault-redundancy and notifications of primary battery loss, for intrusion detection sensors and/ or SOS button for security or safety notifications, for a float switch and high water notifications, and for a remotely controlled engine kill switch or a switch to turn on an air conditioner, and more. -
Page 7: Vtracker Sample Schematic Reference
VTracker Sample Schematic Reference Page 7... -
Page 8: Vtracker Installer Details
VTracker Installer Details Block Terminal Pinout 12V Output Zone 2 Zone 1 12V Switch Primary Batt Backup Batt Com (-) Com (1) Page 8... -
Page 9: Cable Glands
Cable Glands All cable glands must be properly sealed to prevent water ingress and preserve the IP67 enclosure rating. If a cable gland is not used, a short cylindrical stopper is recommended. Otherwise, a small amount of non-conductive silicone adhesive can be used around the cable at the point where the glands tighten down from the outside of the enclosure. -
Page 10: Hardware Options/Modes Of Operation
Alarm Latching Alarms and notifications will be latched and sent as follows: Alarm- Latched if VTracker is in an armed state only Water- Latched in all cases SOS- Latched in all cases, but requires a 2.5 second assertion to activate, and a subsequent 2.5 second... -
Page 11: Status Leds And Mode/Set Buttons
Mode/Set Buttons and Alarm Inputs VTracker contains two zone inputs, which can be configured as follows by using the “Mode” and “Set” button interface: SWITCH- Toggles between On and Off... -
Page 12: Configuring And Testing Zones
Configuring and Testing Zones When configuring and testing zones, it is recommended to disconnect the antenna first to prevent against any accidental notifications, especially SOS events, unless live testing is desired. Monthly live testing is recommended, and third parties receiving notifications should be notified in advance and in accordance with 3 party monitoring agreements. -
Page 13: Power Inputs And Battery Monitoring/Trending
Power Inputs and Battery Monitoring/Trending VTracker will send low voltage and critical voltage notifications by default. In order to receive such notifications in the event of a total battery loss, a backup battery must be installed and connected to the backup battery input. -
Page 14: High-Water Monitoring
The SOS interface is activated with a 2.5 second closure of an attached button, and is cancelled with a subsequent 2.5 second closure of the button. When an SOS event occurs, an SOS message is sent to the owner of the VTracker, and all users that have been added via the MyInsights Web Portal. -
Page 15: Geos Reference
GEOS Reference GEOS Global Emergency and Response monitoring subscriptions are available at www.nauticalert.com, and enable SOS emergency reporting from Insight and connected devices. Initially, the emergency subscription will show inactive on the MyInsights Web Portal. The administrator is responsible for entering required device registration information in the MyInsights web portal, see MyInsights. -
Page 16: Geofence
Geofence A high-precision geofence/anchor alarm is built into VTracker, and can accurately detect unexpected movement in as little as 50 feet when using the optional low-profile high-precision antennas, or as little as 250 feet with the included stock antennas. The geofence is automatically enabled and set when arming the system, or can be independently turned on through remote access commands. -
Page 17: Activating Vtracker And Remote Access
Activating VTracker and Remote Access 1) To activate VTracker, the IMEI of the satellite modem must be referenced, as shown on the satellite modem when the cover of VTracker is removed, as well as on the product box and enclosure. -
Page 18: Myinsights Web Portal
MyInsights Web Portal The web portal can be used to display sensor data on demand, view vessel tracking data, and events, from any web-enabled phone, tablet, or PC. To access MyInsights, go to www.nauticalert.com, then click login at the top, or go to myinsights.nauticalert.com. - Page 19 Clicking on a device gives you instant access to yacht vitals, location, tracking, trending, and subscription status. An active geofence can visually be both visually displayed as seen below, and real-time movement data requested on-demand. Page 19...
- Page 20 Example of sensor data and DC trending below: Page 20...
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Page 21: Myinsights Vessel Tracking
MyInsights Vessel Tracking Nautic Alert’s Vessel Tracking was created with simplicity in mind. VTracker is designed to update vessel tracks automatically, at time intervals defined depending on the subscription package chosen, as the vessel moves. Tracks are automatically collected and calculated behind the scenes. Here’s a quick look at a list of previous tracks auto-generated, and the result of selecting a route. -
Page 22: Myinsights Global Geofencing
MyInsights Global Geofencing Global Geofencing is a feature available with a Cloud Watch Reporting Service. For more information on reporting services, see the Reporting Services section. A system admin can access the geofences interface from the “Geofences” link as seen below, in the Security/Safety category: The following shows an example of the global geofence interface available to the system admin: Page 22... -
Page 23: Alarm Latching
Occasionally, and with heavy usage, monthly data overages can occur. The MyInsights Web Portal provides a real-time estimate of incurred data usage. Terms and Conditions Any Nautic Alert user must agree and accept all terms and conditions as outlined in the MyInsights Web Portal. Page 23...