ATrack AX7 Operation & User’s Manual

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Contents 1. Notification .............................................................................................................................. 3 1.1.  Disclaimer .................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2.  Copyright ...................................................................................................................................... 3 1.3.  Warning ................................................................. ...

11.. NNoottiiffiiccaattiioonn 11..11.. DDiissccllaaiim meerr This document, and all other related products, such as device, firmware, and software, is developed by ATrack Technology Inc. thoroughly. At the time of release, it is most compatible with specified firmware version. Due to the functionalities of the devices are being developed and improved from time to time, the change in the protocol, specification, and firmware functions are subjects to change without notice. ATrack Technology Inc. is obligated to modify all the document ...

22.. IInnttrroodduuccttiioonn AX7 GPS Tracking Device is the most advanced and economical diagnostic device for communicating vehicle information to the GSM/GPRS networks. With integrated high sensitive GPS receiver, the AX7 provides the fundamental functions with optional advance features for tracing light trucks and passenger vehicles in need of monitoring location, speed, and many other codes available on the OBD port of vehicles. 22..11.. PPaacckkaaggee CCoonntteenntt Each package contains the following standard device/accessori ...

33.. HHaarrddw waarree FFeeaattuurreess 33..11.. O OBBDD--IIII PPrroottooccooll There are five signaling protocols that are permitted with the OBD-II interface. Most vehicles have been implemented with only one of the protocols. The AX7 features a superior protocol detection algorithm that ensures the device connects reliably even to vehicles that do not fully conform to the OBD­II standards. The AX7 supported all legislated OBD-II protocols below:  J1850 PWM (Ford vehicles)  J1850 VPW (GM vehicles)  ISO9141-2 (Asian, Eur ...

33..55.. W Wiirreelleessss RReellaayy The optional wireless relay is used for immobilizing vehicle when AX7 device is unplugged. Using the short range RF technology, the Wireless Relay will keep receiving RF data from AX7. Once the Wireless Relay loses connection from AX7 for 30 seconds, the Wireless Relay will be switched off. For safety reasons it is recommended to connect the Wireless Relay to control the starter of vehicle. Do NOT use the Wireless Relay to control fuel pump or power train of vehicle. See the following diagram for ...

44.. CCoonnffiiggrraattiioonn 44..11.. UUSSBB DDrriivveerr IInnssttaallllaattiioonn These instructions illustrate how to correctly install the USB driver in Windows platform. The procedure will vary for other Windows-based Operating Systems. 1. Connect the Device to the USB port on a Windows-based computer. 2. Install the USB driver.  Connect the device to a USB Port Supported Operating Systems including Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows Vista. When you connect the device to the computer, you will be prompted to in ...

3. To install the driver, click on "Browse my computer for driver software" 4. Click on "Browse" button, and go to the driver provided/downloaded from ATrack. ...

5. Windows might give a warning about the verification fail. Please click on "Install this driver software anyway" to proceed. 6. You should be able to see a progress bar running. 7. Once the installation is completed, you should be able to see the COM port showing. This will be the COM port you use for communicate with the AX7 when USB is plugged in. ...

44..22.. CCoonnffiigguurree tthhee AAXX77 ddeevviiccee The AXTool is a simple configuration tool for the AX7 device. It is useful for user to setting basic parameters into the AX7 device. For advanced users, please refer to the ATrack A-Series Protocol Document for detail descriptions.  General Setting [Device Password]: The device password is used for protecting device configurations. The maximum length is 6 characters. [SIM Card PIN Code]: Enter PIN code of SIM card correctly for register to network property if enabled. [Posi ...

 Communication Setting [GPRS Enable]: Enable GPRS communication [Socket Type]: Select TCP or UDP for GPRS communication [APN]: Access Point Name for GPRS connection. (Please contact your cellular network carrier for the information) [Host IP]: Enter the IP address or domain name of host server [Host Port]: Enter Port number of the remote host server [User Name]: The GPRS user name. (Please contact your cellular network carrier for the information) [Password]: The GPRS password. (Please contact your cellular network carrier for the ...

 Track Setting Setting tracking interval when vehicle engine is ON. When [Time Mode] and [Distance Mode] are both selected, the tracking behavior will operate in AND condition. ...

 OBD Live Data When AX7 has connected to the OBD-II port of the vehicle. The [OBD Live Data] will showing the OBD live data from OBD-II port. This viewer could help to know which OBD data can be acquired by AX7 device.  System Setting The [System] setting will showing current connected AX7 device information. The [Reset/Action] function can be used to reset parameters or clear buffered messages in the AX7 device. ...

 Uploading Setting To Device Once all the settings are entered, use the Blue Downward Arrow ( ) to upload the settings to the device. A popup window will show the progress. When it finishes, the popup window will close. ...

44..33.. FFiirrm mw waarree UUppggrraaddee Open AXTool program and click [System] item of the manu. Select firmware file which is provided by ATrack and click [Start] button. When “Waiting Device Restart…” message is prompted, please do not turn off the device. ...

When “Upgrade Successfully !!” message is prompted, that means the device firmware is upgraded. ...

55.. IInnssttaallllaattiioonn AX7 is a new design for easy installation. Just find the DLC connector of your vehicle and plug AX7 to the port. 55..11.. W Whhaatt iiss tthhee O OBBDD--IIII DDLLCC CCoonnnneeccttoorr The OBD-II DLC connector is a standard connector for all vehicles which OBD-II compliant. The OBD-II DLC connector is shown below: The OBD-II DLC connector shall be located in the passenger or driver’s compartment in the area bounded by the driver's end of the instrument panel to 300 mm beyond the vehicle centerline ...

55..22.. UUssiinngg LLoow w PPrrooffiillee O OBBDD--IIII EExxtteennssiioonn CCaabbllee The ODB-II DLC location is different for every kind of vehicles. For example, the DLC is covered by plastic cover like picture below. The AX7 device is too long to hide when AX7 plug into the DLC connector. The low profile OBD-II extension cable can solve this problem. Another advantage of this cable is to re-location of the AX7 device for better GPS performance. ...

55..33.. G GPPSS PPeerrffoorrm maannccee ffoorr IInnssttaallllaattiioonn The AX7 determines its position by communicating with the Global Positioning Satellites through internal GPS antenna. The location chosen of the AX7 will have a lot to do with the overall performance of the GPS receiver. The AX7 device has internal GPS antenna but it is not a water proof design. Therefore, it shall be interior installed. Please note that the following interior conditions may cause bad GPS reception of AX7:  Your vehicle has metallic window ...

55..44.. SSiim mppllee VVeerriiffiiccaattiioonn ffoorr IInnssttaallllaattiioonn When the device is configured and first plugged into the OBD port. The AX7 will have some buzzer indications for basic function test. The user can simply to verify if the AX7 device is installed properly. Buzzer Indication Description Beep 1 time Device Power ON Beep 2 times OBD Protocol Connected Beep 3 times GSM/GPRS Connected Beep 4 times GPS Fix ...