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Document No.: 270-UM-001 Document Type: User Manual Security Level: Open StarFinder-Aire User Manual Version 1.2 August, 2016 Copyright Laipac Technology Inc.
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Laipac Technology Inc. Release History Revision Date Content 2015/12/05 Initial Release 2016/02/25 Revise Chapter 3 to add sections 3.4.2 through 3.4.6 2016/08/05 1. Revise section 1.1 2. Revise section 2.2, Table 2.2 3. Revise section 3.4.4 4. Add Chapter 4...
1.2 Network Services ....................6 1.3 Care and Maintenance..................6 2. Operations ..............8 2.1 The Starfinder-Aire ..................... 9 2.2 The LED Indicators and Working Status ............11 2.3 SIM Card and Installation ................. 12 2.3.1 SIM Card Requirements ................12 2.3.2 Installing a SIM card ..................
Laipac Technology Inc. 1.1 Main Features The Starfinder-Aire is a real-time tracking device; which working in conjunction with a location based service platform provides tracking and location data to users. The Starfiner-Aire’s major features include: Quad-band GSM/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900 MHz ...
Laipac Technology Inc. 1.2 Network Services In order to use the Starfinder-Aire, you must have GSM/GPRS network service from a cellular service provider. This device works with GSM networks (850/900/1800/1900 MHz). In certain cases, due to limitations of the service in your local GSM/GPRS network or your service plan, some of the Starfinder-Aire’s features may not be available.
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Interference All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which may affect performance. Switch Off In Hospitals Switch the device off near medical equipment. Switch Off In Aircraft Follow any restrictions. Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft. Switch Off When Refuelling Do not use the device at a refueling point.
Fig. 2.1-1 to 2.1-4 show the locations and names of the major physical features of this product. Connection cable LED indicators Fig. 2.1-1 Top View of Starfinder-Aire Battery/Power indicator (Red) GPS status indicator (Green) GSM status indicator (Yellow) Fig. 2.1-2 LED Indicators...
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Laipac Technology Inc. Installation holes (3) External GPS antenna connector Door for SIM card installation Fig. 2.1-3 Bottom View of Starfinder-Aire Mini USB Connector Micro SIM card receptacle Reset Button Fig. 2.1-4 The SIM card access door 20 Mural Street, Unit 5, Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 1G5 Canada Tel: 905-762-1228 | Fax: 905-763-1737 | E-mail: info@laipac.com...
GPS status indicator (Green) GSM status indicator (Yellow) Fig 2.2 LED Indicators There are 3 color LED indicators on the Starfinder-Aire. Their functions are described below: ● Battery/Power LED indicator (Red) – indicates if the device is being powered by the battery or an external DC power supply ●...
2.3 SIM Card and Installation 2.3.1 SIM Card Requirements In order to use a Starfinder-Aire, the user must have a valid 2G micro SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card provided by their GSM/GPRS service provider. To operate the Starfinder-Aire, data and/or SMS functions must be supported.
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Laipac Technology Inc. Step 3. Install SIM Card Step 4. Insert the Card into the Receptacle Step 5. Push the Card to the End Step 6. Close the Door and Tie Screws 20 Mural Street, Unit 5, Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 1G5 Canada Tel: 905-762-1228 | Fax: 905-763-1737 | E-mail: info@laipac.com...
Laipac Technology Inc. 2.4 Utility Software and its Usage 2.4.1 Utility Software – LocationNow Suite As a position tracking device, the Starfinder-Aire wants to work with a tracking service provider’s platform, such as, www.LocationNow.com from Laipac Technology Inc. Starfinder-Aire must...
Laipac Technology Inc. 3.1 General Electrical & Environmental Specification Item Typical Units External DC power supply voltage External DC power supply current (@ 12V) Built-in Li-Ion polymer rechargeable battery Current Consumption while connecting (from battery) Current Consumption in operation mode...
Laipac Technology Inc. 3.2 GPS Engine Specification Item Value Units Channels Channels RF Frequency 1575.42 Position update rate Position accuracy < 10 Meters Velocity accuracy Time accuracy Cold start acquisition time Seconds Warm start acquisition time Seconds Hot start acquisition time <...
Laipac Technology Inc. 3.4 Specification of the Connection Cable 3.4.1 Signal definition Wire’s colour Signal Name Description DC (+) External DC power supply (+) Ground and External DC power supply (-) Black Output 1 + Output port 1 connection +...
This analog input port can be used to measure the input signal’s voltage level. Input signal’s voltage range is 0 to 3.3V. 3.4.6 RS232 Port The Starfinder-Aire can communicate with other devices using the RS232 port. 20 Mural Street, Unit 5, Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 1G5 Canada Tel: 905-762-1228 | Fax: 905-763-1737 | E-mail: info@laipac.com...
Laipac Technology Inc. 4.1 FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.
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