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AVS FTAT6 USER GUIDE
Version 201909
0800 438 862
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  • Page 1 AVS FTAT6 USER GUIDE Version 201909 0800 438 862 avscarsecurity.com Proudly bought to you by vehicle security specialist AVS...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Page 17 Specifications ..............................Page 17 Troubleshooting ..............................Page 18 Record Your Device’s Details .......................... Page 18 Support .................................. Page 18 AVS and Freetrack is proudly owned and distributed by Manta Electronics Ltd. AVS and Freetrack are registered trademarks. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Sim Card Introduction

    SIM CARD INTRODUCTION The tracker requires a SIM card with credit to be able to communicate with the tracking server. This must be a standard SIM with SMS and phone calls enabled, do not use a data only SIM. The tracker is able to operate with most NZ network providers including Spark, Vodafone and 2 Degrees.
  • Page 5: Charging The Asset Tracker

    CHARGING THE ASSET TRACKER Before using the Freetrack AVSFTAT6 asset tracker please charge overnight using the supplied USB charge cable. The USB socket is located under the rubber cap on the end of the tracker. INSTALLING THE SIM CARD IMPORTANT! Before installing the SIM card ensure it has been activated in a mobile phone, has credit added and that it has been added to an online account with the user’s cellular service provider (Vodafone etc) to allow the user to check and add credit...
  • Page 6: Download The Freetrack App

    Or go to the Apple App Store and search for FREETRACKGPSTRACKING (no spaces) Or type in this url - https://apps.apple.com/nz/app/freetrack-gps-tracking/id1470346174 Scan the QR barcode to download the Android app Or go to the Google Play Store and search for FREETRACK GPS TRACKING Or type in this url - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.freetrack Page 6...
  • Page 7: Setting Up The App And Adding Your Tracker

    SETTING UP THE APP AND ADDING YOUR TRACKER 1. Enter your EMAIL address Download the app to your phone Tap through each screen until you 2. Tap the arrow next to and tap to open. The app will ask get to the login screen and tap VERIFICATION CODE SIGN UP.
  • Page 8: Use The List Menu To See The Status Info On Your Tracker

    Your asset will now appear on the ... OR scan the barcode on the box. To add a tracker to your app hold map (once the tracker is powered the square over the tracker’s Or manually enter the IMEI number (see up).
  • Page 9: Status Info

    STATUS INFO SATELLITE COUNT/SIGNAL STRENGTH Displays how many satellites are visible or the strength of the cell site (GPS or LBS fix dependent). LAST FIX The time and date the server last received an update from the tracker. GPS/LBS POSITIONING Indicates whether location fix is via satellite (GPS) or cell site (LBS).
  • Page 10: Playback Trip History On The Map

    PLAYBACK TRIP HISTORY ON THE MAP Tap LIST from the Home screen Tap the up arrow to expand the Tap on a vehicle/asset. to open the device list. Status Info menu if not showing. Select the DATE AND TIME RANGE Tap PLAYBACK to open the you want to view Playback for and...
  • Page 11 PLAYBACK continued ... The PLAYBACK screen is now displayed. TRIPS SCREEN GO BACK Tap to open the Trips screen to list trips by day. Tap the Go Back arrow See the next example for details. to return to the Status MAP LAYERS Info menu.
  • Page 12: Alerts

    ALERTS Alerts are events such as alarm activations, power disconnected warning or asset entering a geo fence. Tapping on an alert will show the location of the event on the map. Alerts can be found by tapping the ALERTS icon on the Home screen or Status Info screen.
  • Page 13: Configuring Sms And Phone Call Alerts

    CONFIGURING SMS AND PHONE CALL ALERTS Important Alerts can be notified by SMS (and for some alerts a phone call) to ensure you receive notifications promptly ( if using a Prepay SIM card additional charges may be incurred depending on which provider and plan you have). It is recommended that you add the phone number of your device’s SIM card as a “Favourite”...
  • Page 14: Tracking Modes (Work Mode)

    TRACKING MODES (WORK MODE) The Freetrack AVSFTAT6 asset tracker can be configured to track in real time (TRACKING MODE) or to wake up and update its location at regular intervals (POWER SAVE MODE) to conserve battery life. To make a change to the configuration select your device from the LIST icon on the HOME screen.
  • Page 15: Geo Fence

    GEO FENCE GEO FENCE allows the tracking system to notify you if a device/asset enters and/or leaves a predefined area (the Geo Fence). You can adjust the size of the Geo Fence, customise its name and set which device you want to receive a notification for. To Set Up a New Geo Fence To configure Geo Fence select your device from the LIST icon on the HOME screen.
  • Page 16 To Edit a Geo Fence Select the Geo Fence you want to GEO FENCE. To edit a Geo Fence tap PROFILE edit. from the Home screen. To remove a Geo Fence tap REMOVE To edit the NAME of the Geo Fence to add ADDITIONAL DEVICES to the Geo Fence.
  • Page 17: Led Status Indicators

    MOUNTING OPTIONS The Freetrack AVSFTAT6 asset tracker has a strong magnetic mount to allow it to be attached to a metallic surface. If installing on a non-metallic surface use the included base with extra strong 3M mounting tape. The trackers magnets will stick to the base.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Login to vodafone.co.nz or spark.co.nz SIM PROVIDER ACCOUNT PASSWORD e.g. Password to vodafone.co.nz or spark.co.nz INSTALLER NAME SUPPORT Please see your AVS installer for support with your Freetrack AVSFTAT6 asset tracker. AVS Car Security 0800 438 862 sales@avscarsecurity.com Alternatively you can contact Please note a service fee may apply for technical help related to problems with the SIM card you have provided.
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