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CAREU U1 Lite
Vehicle Tracker
User Guide
Version: 0.1
Reference No.:
Date: March 09, 2012
SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY CORP.

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  • Page 1 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Version: 0.1 Reference No.: Date: March 09, 2012 SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY CORP.

  • Page 2: General Information

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.2 Scope ....................... 1.3 About CAREU U1 Lite ..................1.4 Hardware Architecture ..................1.5 Related Document ................... Chapter 2 Taking a Tour of CAREU U1 Lite ..............2.1 Dimensions ...................... 2.2 Front View ......................2.3 Rear View......................Chapter 3 Getting Started with CAREU U1 Lite ............

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Lite Vehicle Tracker. We are very pleased to introduce you our excellent product, and you will enjoy great benefits by applying such a smart device. The CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker is a n all-in-one device that integrates multiple applications of GPS (Global Position System),...

  • Page 6: Scope

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Scope This document will guides you to start the CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker. However, as this document contains basic device configuration only, please see the CAREU U1 Lite Protocol Document for the advanced information.

  • Page 7: Hardware Architecture

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Hardware Architecture As hardware is concerned, the CAREU U1 Lite is comprised of a micro-controller, regulator, GPS receiver, GSM/GPRS modem, G-Force sensor, flash memory data storage, I/Os interface and LED status indicators. • Users can connect PC's HyperTerminal to the Diagnostic/setting port for the AVL configuration.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 Taking A Tour Of Careu U1 Lite

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 2. Taking a Tour of CAREU U1 Lite This chapter will guide you to the major connectors of the U1 Lite device. Dimensions Dimensions: 108mm x 72mm x 31mm Chapter 2...

  • Page 9: Front View

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Front View Name Description Power Connector for Car Battery Input/Output Connector including basic I/O, RS-232 SMA Connector for GPS External Antenna Rear View Mini USB Connector Chapter 2...

  • Page 10: Chapter 3 Getting Started With Careu U1 Lite

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 3. Getting Started with CAREU U1 Lite To install the the CAREU U1 Lite device, follow the instructions below for basic operations. Hardware Installation SIM Card Installation • Remove the screw at the bottom of the device to open it. Then you will find the SIM card slot inside.
  • Page 11 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 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.
  • Page 12 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 4. I/O Cable Connection Mini USB Cable Connection 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.

  • Page 13: Connector Pin Assignment

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Connector Pin Assignment Connector Pin Definition 1. PWR Connector Pin# Signal Name Description Remark DC Vin = +8 ~ +30V DC IN Power supply input Normal = 70mA @ 12V Signal ground — Ignition...

  • Page 14: Led Indicator

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide LED Indicator 1. GPS LED Indicator Power Mode GPS Status GPS LED Power Off Low Power Full Power Acquiring Flash Red (five times/second) Full Power Tracking Solid Red GSM LED Indicator Power Mode...

  • Page 15: Usb Device Driver Installation

    USB driver for the CAREU to manually install the USB driver for the CAREU to manually install the USB driver for the CAREU U1 Lite device. In the following content of device. In the following content of this section, you will be guided to this section, you will be guided to how the installation can be done in both cases.
  • Page 16 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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.
  • Page 17 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User The installation completes. In [Device Manager], the CAREU U1 Lite device is included under Ports (COM & LPT) as "STMicroelectronics Virtual COM Port". COM port number is displayed as well. Chapter 3...
  • Page 18 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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).
  • Page 19 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 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 device driver locates on your local disk.
  • Page 20 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Press the Next button to proceed. The wizard proceeds to install the driver. Chapter 2...
  • Page 21 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User The installation completes. In [Device Manager], the CAREU U1 Lite device is included under Ports (COM & LPT) as "S&T Tracker". COM port number is displayed as well. Chapter 3...

  • Page 22: Device Configuration

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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.
  • Page 23 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 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 21.
  • Page 24 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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.
  • Page 25 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 9. Connect your the CAREU U1 Lite device to power as mentioned in Power and I/O Cable Connection on page The device startup message will be displayed. 10. In [HyperTerminal] window, type in the command "AT$VERSION?" and press the Enter key.

  • Page 26: Communication Settings

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Communication Settings The CAREU U1 Lite 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. SMS Configuration Use AT$SMSDST command to set a SMS control center phone number or short code.
  • Page 27 Password=password) OK AT$HOSTS=1,0,60.148.19.10,6000 (Server IP address = 60.148.19.10 and Port number =6000) AT$RETRY=5,10 (Message retry settings) AT$IPTYPE=1 (Using TCP/IP mode) AT$GPRSEN=1 (GPRS enable) AT$HB=60,1 (Heartbeat setting) Please refer to the CAREU U1 Lite Protocol Document for more command details. Chapter 3...

  • Page 28: Gps Tracking Configurations

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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) For simple testing GPRS, run the TCP Server U-Series software which is provided by S&T.
  • Page 29 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 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 FleetWeb solution through your sales contact. Chapter 3...
  • Page 30 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide The main page of the Intelli FleetWeb appears as below: Chapter 2...

  • Page 31: Firmware Upgrade

    Firmware Upgrade Firmware Upgrade The firmware of the CAREU The firmware of the CAREU U1 Lite can only be updated through USB interface. With can only be updated through USB interface. With can only be updated through USB interface. With the firmware loader tool provided by S&...

  • Page 32: Chapter 4 Technical Specification

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 4. Technical Specification Characteristics Dimensions (L x W x H) 108 x 72 x 31mm Weight 165g 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 Internal SIM Interface SIM card 1.8V, 2.9V supported...
  • Page 33 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Interface I/O I/O Connector 1 connector, 10pin Serial Connector 1 RS-232 ports (configurable) : Standard version No RS-232 port : US version Positive triggers: 2 Input Ports Negative triggers: 1 Analog Inputs: 1 (0~30V, 12 bits)
  • Page 34 CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Regulation

    CAREU U1 Lite Vehicle Tracker User 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.

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