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- Page 1 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Version: 0.1 Reference No.: AVL-CU-U3-00-1115UEN Date: July 10, 2013 SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY CORP.
- Page 2 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Taking a Tour of CAREU U3 ..................5 Dimensions ........................5 Front View .......................... 6 Rear View ........................... 6 Chapter 3. Getting Started with CAREU U3 .................. 7 Hardware Installation...................... 7 Connector Pin Assignment ..................13 LED Indicator ........................15 USB Device Driver Installation................... -
Page 5: Chapter 1. Introduction
Mobile Communication) and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) with each other. Designed with the latest GPS technology, the CAREU U3 delivers positioning message by GSM wireless transmission to GIS platform, and then helps back-end users proceed with the analysis and the applications of vehicle transport, management, anti-theft, security and tracking. -
Page 6: Scope
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Scope This document will guides you to start the CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker. However, as this document contains basic device configuration only, please see the CAREU U3 Protocol Document for the advanced information. About CAREU U3 The CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker transmits the wireless signals such as location, peripheral, and vehicle control data to a control center. -
Page 7: Hardware Architecture
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Hardware Architecture As hardware is concerned, the CAREU U3 is comprised of a micro-controller, regulator, GPS receiver, GSM/GPRS modem, G-Force sensor, flash memory data storage, audio interface, I/Os interface, serial ports and LED status indicators. -
Page 8: Related Document
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Related Document [1] CAREU U3 Protocol Document Chapter 1... -
Page 9: Chapter 2. Taking A Tour Of Careu U3
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 2. Taking a Tour of CAREU U3 This chapter will guide you to the major connectors of the U3 device. Dimensions 108.00 Dimensions: 108mm x 72mm x 31mm Chapter 2... -
Page 10: Front View
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Front View Name Description Power Connector for Car Battery Input/Output Connector including basic I/O, RS-232 SERIAL Serial Connector SMA Connector for GSM External Receiver SMA Connector for GPS External Antenna Rear View Mini USB Connector... -
Page 11: Chapter 3. Getting Started With Careu U3
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 3. Getting Started with CAREU U3 To install the the CAREU U3 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 12 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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 13 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Power, RS-232, and I/O Cable Connection • Connect 4-wire power cable to the power connector on the front side of the CAREU U3 device (8~30V) • Connect the 8-wire cable to the CARE U3 device which enables the connection of the CARE U3 to your system and also to related peripherals.
- Page 14 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide • Good Wiring Installation Please reserve approximately 1 cm accommodation before folding the cable. Folding cable directly on connector may result in poor contact on connector pin Correct way of folding cable Incorrect way of folding cable...
- Page 15 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 5. 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 16 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Microphone Installation (Optional) Connect the microphone set to the 8-wire cables first. Plug the connector of the 8-wire cable completely into to the seial port on the front side of the device. See the illustration below.
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Page 17: Connector Pin Assignment
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Connector Pin Assignment 1 3 5 7 9 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 2 4 6 8 10 2 4 6 8 101214 16 Connector Pin Definition 1. PWR Connector Pin# Signal Name... - Page 18 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Pin# Signal Name Description Remark Open-Collector Output 3 Imax = 300mA Output 3 CAN H CAN High VI = 2.75V ~ 4.5V CAN L CAN Low VI = 0.5V ~ 2.25V 3. Serial Connector...
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Page 19: Led Indicator
CAREU U3 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 GSM/GPRS Status... -
Page 20: Usb Device Driver Installation
The CAREU U3 communicates with your host computer by either RS-232 or USB interface. In some newer editions of Windows XP, the CAREU U3 device can be installed as a "virtual COM port" device whereby the CAREU U3 would automatically access Windows XP's inbox USB drivers. - Page 21 CAREU U3 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 22 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide The installation completes. In [Device Manager], the CAREU U3 device is included under Ports (COM & LPT) as "STMicroelectronics Virtual COM Port". COM port number is displayed as well. Chapter 3...
- Page 23 CAREU U3 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 24 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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 U3 device driver locates on your local disk.
- Page 25 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Press the Next button to proceed. The wizard proceeds to install the driver. Chapter 3...
- Page 26 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide The installation completes. In [Device Manager], the CAREU U3 device is included under Ports (COM & LPT) as "S&T Tracker". COM port number is displayed as well. Chapter 3...
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Page 27: Device Configuration
CAREU U3 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 28 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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 and page 33.
- Page 29 CAREU U3 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 30 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 9. Connect your the CAREU U3 device to power as mentioned in Power, RS-232, and I/O Cable Connection on page The device startup message will be displayed. 10. In [HyperTerminal] window, type in the command "AT$VERSION?" and press the Enter key.
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Page 31: Communication Settings
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Communication Settings The CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker communicates with your control center by either SMS or GPRS (TCP/UDP). Before the device is installed into a vehicle, communication parameters should be set. SMS Configuration Use AT$SMSDST command to set a SMS control center phone number or short code. - Page 32 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$HB=60,1 (Heartbeat setting) Please refer to the CAREU U3 Protocol Document for more command details. Chapter 3...
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Page 33: Gps Tracking Configurations
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide GPS Tracking Configurations After the device communication settings are done, the remote GPS tracking is ready to function. The setting of GPS tracking can be done by using AT$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 34 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide 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 35 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide The main page of the Intelli FleetWeb appears as below: Chapter 3...
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Page 36: Firmware Upgrade
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Firmware Upgrade The firmware of the CAREU U3 can only be updated through USB interface. With the firmware loader tool provided by S&T, firmware update can be done for the device. Such firmware loader runs on Windows-based systems. To upgrade the firmware, follow the procedure below: Connect the device to your PC with the USB cable. -
Page 37: Chapter 4. Technical Specification
CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Chapter 4. Technical Specification Characteristics Dimensions (L x W x H) 108 x 72 x 31mm (with connector) Weight 165g Radio Performance GSM Frequency Quad-band 850/900/1800/1900MHz Operating Bands B5, B2, B4 GSM Functionality / GPRS... - Page 38 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Interface I/O I/O Connector 1 connector, 10pin 3 RS-232 ports (configurable) : Standard version ® Serial Connectors 2 RS-232 ports (configurable) : 1-Wire version Positive triggers: 2 Input Ports Negative triggers: 2 Analog Inputs: 2 (0~30V, 12 bits)
- Page 39 CAREU U3 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 40 CAREU U3 Vehicle Tracker User Guide Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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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