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- Page 1 USER GUIDE FOR Yellowbrick V3 MkII Version 2.0.0 www.yellowbrick-tracking.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Index Using the Device – The Basics Device Orientation, Set-up and Key Features User Interface Orientation Charging and Switching On Sending a basic alert Features and Facilities Operating Modes De-activated Activated Accessing the menu Tracking Menu Status on/off Send Manual Report History Report Frequency Burst Mode... - Page 3 New Message Freetext Inbox Sent Items Outbox Remove All Custom Preset Message Lists Sending a message to your device Waypoints Mark Waypoint Custom Waypoint Lists Advanced Menu Deactivation / Turning Off Device Maintenance Replacing the Battery Cleaning Fault Finding and Support Troubleshooting Helpdesk Battery Life Expectations...
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Page 4: User Interface
User Interface Hints & Tips The user interface consists of a mono display and 6 buttons. One alert button, and five navigation buttons. The Yellowbrick is designed to be used have Basic in conjunction with either the YBlog system (for individual/consumer use) or... -
Page 5: Charging And Switching On
The device can be used with a partially charged battery. Your Yellowbrick is now ready for use. You can turn it on by pressing and holding the OK button for 5 seconds. -
Page 6: Operating Modes
The alert button will work even if the unit is deactivated. Hints & Tips If you are in an alert situation, ensure that you give your alert the best possible chance of sending by considering the orientation of the device. Ensure it has a good view of The alert button is under the cover at the bottom of the unit the sky, or as good a view as... -
Page 7: Tracking Menu
Burst mode allows the Yellowbrick to collect many GPS reports, in order scheduled transmission time. to get more accurate tracking information, but to send them as a batch in order to keep airtime costs down. For example, the Yellowbrick can collect a GPS fix every 5 seconds, and then transmit those positions once per minute. -
Page 8: Alerts Menu
Alerts Menu Timer Alert This option allows you to set an alert message to be sent after a pre-defined interval. This is useful if you would like to send an alert in the eventuality that you are not able to cancel the alert within a pre-defined time. Timers can be chosen between 5-minutes to 12-hours. -
Page 9: Settings Menu
Settings Menu Screen idle After a set number of seconds the screen will timeout to save battery. This option allows you to set the number of seconds before this happens. Screen lock You must first enter the current PIN number for the device to access this menu. -
Page 10: New Message
When you are finished choosing/writing your message, pressing OK will put the message into the outbound queue ready to send. Remember - if you chose the ‘Send Immediately’ option then the Yellowbrick will try to send straight away. If not, then the unit will queue the message and attempt send it at the same time as the next scheduled position report. -
Page 11: Inbox
Inbox Checking This setting can be used to force the Yellowbrick to check for new messages every X minutes. It is set by default to Off. Be aware, inbox checking uses up credits just like normal position reports. -
Page 12: Sending A Message To Your Device
Custom Waypoint Lists your device? It is possible to customize the waypoint type list on your Yellowbrick, to Mark Waypoint better suit your own personal needs. Facilities and instructions to do this feature on the Professional can be found in the back-office system. -
Page 13: Fault Finding And Support
10 seconds (until the screen goes blank and the red LED comes on) then release the buttons. Ensure the unit is fully charged. If neither of the above work, then please get in touch with the Yellowbrick helpdesk, using the details below. Helpdesk For assistance, please contact the Yellowbrick support team by emailing support@yellowbrick-tracking.com... -
Page 14: Warranty & Notes
Key factors which will shorten the number of transmissions possible on a battery charge are: • Use of Bluetooth facilities • Use of GPS Hot Mode and Burst Mode • Poor positioning, so poor view of the sky • Use of the device with the display on for long periods of time Warranty &... - Page 15 An IP67 box which houses a power supply unit and a set of sensor inputs. Used to send data back from remote sensing equipment such as ocean buoys, weather stations and more. Visit our website at www.yellowbrick-tracking.com for more information on these items, or get in touch via email at sales@yellowbrick-tracking.com...
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Page 16: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity CE – D ECLARATION O F C ONFORMITY according t o I SO/IEC G uide 2 2 a nd E N 4 5014 ...
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