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G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS
G62 – Getting Started Guide
INTRODUCTION
The G62 is a compact 4G GPS tracking device with a variety of inputs and outputs to cater to the most
demanding applications. The 4G modem allows for operation on both Cat-M1 and Bn-IoT networks. Its
rugged housing is IP67 rated to withstand the harshest environments, without sacrificing tracking and
communications performance. With the internal GPS and cellular antennas installation is a breeze. The
internal battery provides alerts and tracking operations even when external power is removed.
See the product page
https://westcoastgps.com/G62-Cellular-Datasheet-WCGPS.pdf
for more
specifications.
You will receive a compact box containing the G62, typically the SIM card will already be installed, and a
small packet containing 4 housing screws. Should you be required to install the SIM card or swap in a
replacement card see the instructions on the next page.
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- Page 1 G62 – Getting Started Guide INTRODUCTION The G62 is a compact 4G GPS tracking device with a variety of inputs and outputs to cater to the most demanding applications. The 4G modem allows for operation on both Cat-M1 and Bn-IoT networks. Its rugged housing is IP67 rated to withstand the harshest environments, without sacrificing tracking and communications performance.
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Page 2: Battery Installation
G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS SIM CARD The G62 uses a Micro SIM card (form factor 3FF). The SIM holder is on the top of the printed control board (PCB): 1. Unplug the battery and remove any external power connections 2. -
Page 3: Led Behaviour
2. If the battery is too low use the harness to provide external power. 3. If the LED flashes but the G62 does not connect, check to ensure the SIM is in the holder correctly and failing that contact us and we will check to ensure the SIM is working properly. - Page 4 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS G62 HARNESS DIAGRAM Pin Number Colour Function Notes External Power 8-36 Volts DC External Power Black Ground Main Ground White Ignition 0-50 Volts DC, permanent internal pull down Blue Digital Input 1...
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Page 5: Getting Online
GPS aiding data. ▪ Get a GPS fix: the G62 will attempt to get a GPS fix. You can speed this up by moving to an area with good GPS signal – outdoors with a clear view of the sky. - Page 6 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS TRACKING YOUR ASSET There are two methods for tracking your assets, using the Telematics Guru app on your Android or Apple devices and/or by logging into the westcoastgps.com website with the credentials provided to you by WestcoastGPS.
- Page 7 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS The Tracking Platform is intuitive and easy to use. Navigate using the tabs across the top or by clicking on the balloons. If you need to return to this page simply click on the WestcoastGPS logo on the top left.
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Page 8: Address Book
G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS ADDRESS BOOK Alerts are an important component of managing your assets and to take advantage of Alerts you first have to do a few things, the most important being to set up your address book. Click on the “Address Button”... - Page 9 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS GEOFENCES Setting up a Geo-fence is easy. From the main menu (which you can reach by clicking the WestCoastGPS logo on the top left corner) select Geo-fences as shown below: Begin typing an address and matching options will appear. Select the correct one as shown:...
- Page 10 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS Once you have clicked on your starting point the geo-fence shape will appear and you can adjust the shape by dragging any of the nodes shown by arrows below: Remember that at least three points must be defined to create an area. Be sure to click the starting point to close the shape.
- Page 11 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS ALERTS Setting up an Alert is easy. From the main menu (which you can reach by clicking the WestCoastGPS logo on the top left corner) select Alerts as shown below: Click on “New Alert Wizard”...
- Page 12 G62 – Getting Started Guide October 28, 2019: WestcoastGPS Follow the prompts to set up which asset (device) you want to use for the Alert – in this case the G62 and the email address or addresses you want the Alert to be sent to.
- Page 13 This guide introduces many of the G62 and Tracking Platform features. If you have unique tracking needs, have any problems, or have questions related to using the G62, or any of our other products, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@westcoastgps.com...
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