Amcrest AM-GV500 North America GPS Tracker User Manual PDF

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AM-GV500 OBD GPS Tracker

User Manual

Version 1.0.0

May 17th, 2021

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Contents Welcome ....................................................................................................................................................... 3

Important Security Warning ......................................................................................................................... 3

Important Safeguards and Warnings ............................................................................................................ 3

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Features .................................................................................................................................................... 4

Whats Included ........................................................................................................................................ 5

Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................. 6

Amcrest GPS Portal ..................................................................................................................................... 10

Getting Started ........................................................................................................................................ 10

User Interface Walkthrough ................................................................................................................... 11

Map Tab .................................................................................................................................................. 11

Menu Tabs .............................................................................................................................................. 13

Asset Info ............................................................................................................................................ 14

Trips Tab .................................................................................................................................................. 19

Reports .................................................................................................................................................... 20

Zones Tab ................................................................................................................................................ 22

Alerts ....................................................................................................................................................... 25

Setting Up a New Alert ........................................................................................................................ 25

Amcrest GPS Fleet Application ................................................................................................................... 26

iOS App Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 26

Map ..................................................................................................................................................... 26

Settings Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 27

Trips......................................................................................................................................................... 27

Reports .................................................................................................................................................... 28

Zones ....................................................................................................................................................... 30

Polygonal Zone Alerts ............................................................................................................................. 34

Device Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 34

My Profile ................................................................................................................................................ 34

Change Password .................................................................................................................................... 34

GPS Application Setup................................................................................................................................. 34

Android Application Setup ...................................................................................................................... 34

Map ..................................................................................................................................................... 35

Settings Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 35

Trips......................................................................................................................................................... 36

Reports .................................................................................................................................................... 37

Zones ....................................................................................................................................................... 39

Polygonal Zone Alerts ............................................................................................................................. 43

Device Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 43

My Profile ................................................................................................................................................ 43

Change Password .................................................................................................................................... 43

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Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Amcrest OBD GPS Tracker!

The AM-GL500MAP is a compact OBD device that plugs into a vehicles OBDII port allowing easy installation for customers. It supports BLE 4.2 that is used for data transmission. Its internal OBD transreceiver can obtain information from the vehicles onboard computer. This device supports LTE Cat M1/NB1 network on multiple bands for operation in North America. This user manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and operation of your OBD GPS Tracker.

Here you can find information about the trackers features and functions, as well as information to aid in

troubleshooting.

To contact Amcrest support, please have your IMEI or ICCID number ready and do one of the following:

Visit http://amcrest.com/contacts and use the email form.

Call Amcrest Support using one of the following numbers:

Toll Free: (888) 212-7538

International Callers (Outside of US): +1-713-893-8956

USA: +1-713-893-8956

Canada: 437-888-0177

UK: 203-769-2757

Email Amcrest Customer Support @ amcrestgpssupport@amcrest.com

Important Security Warning To keep your Amcrest OBD GPS tracker secure and prevent unauthorized access, please make sure to

follow the steps below:

Change the default password after viewing your tracker on amcrestgps.com. Always

ensure that your amcrestgps.com password is at least 8 characters long and contains a

combination of lowercase characters, uppercase characters as well as numbers.

Important Safeguards and Warnings

Electrical Safety

All installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes. The product must be

grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. We assume no liability or responsibility for any fires or

electrical shock caused by improper handling or installation.

Transportation Security

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Heavy stress, violent vibrations, and excess moisture should not occur during transportation, storage,

and installation of the device. Do not adjust GPS tracker settings or placement while driving.

Repair Professionals

All the examination and repair work should be done by qualified service engineers. We are not liable for

any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or user-attempted repair.

Environment

The GPS tracker should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, flammable materials,

explosive substances, etc. This product should be transported, stored, and used only in the specified

environments as stated above.

Operation and Maintenance

To clean dust or dirt off the GPS tracker, use an air blower or a microfiber cloth.

Accessories

Be sure to use only the accessories recommended by manufacturer. Before installation, please open the

package and check to ensure that all the components are present. Contact the retailer that you

purchased from, or Amcrest directly if anything is broken or missing in the package.

Legal Notice

Ensure strict observation of relevant laws to ensure this product cannot be used for any illegal purposes.

Amcrest Technologies assumes no liability or risk for misuse of this product and any consequences of

said misuse.

Introduction This device is recommended for the tracking of vehicles as well as their performance. With a compact

body and superior receiving capabilities, this device is an inconspicuous, yet powerful tracking solution

only slightly larger than a matchbox.

The device has features such as fast TTFF (Time to First Fix), Quad Band GSM frequencies (900/1800),

@Track protocol-based integration, GPRS/GSM based reporting, geo-fencing, and other features to

ensure robust tracking capabilities.

Features Below are the main features of your device:

Real-Time Tracking

Small Form Factor: 2 x 1 x .9

Remote access via PC, Mac, iOS, or Android devices

Rechargeable Li-Polymer Battery, 2600mAh

Receive Location and Speed Alerts by E-mail & Text Message

Geo-fencing Capabilities

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Whats Included Included in the box with the GPS are the following:

The OBD GPS Tracker

Mini USB 5V AC Power Adapter

SIM card information

Activation Card

Interfaces

Index Description Comment

1 SW_CAN SW_CAN line of ISO 15765; Only supports 12V car battery

2 NC No Connect

3 MS_CAN_H MC_CAN_H line of ISO 15765

4 GND Power and digital ground

5 GND Power and digital ground

6 HS_CAN_H HS_CAN_H line of ISO 15765

7 NC No Connect

8 NC No Connect

9 NC No Connect

10 NC No Connect

11 MS_CAN_L MS_CAN_L line of ISO 15765

12 NC No Connect

13 NC No Connect

14 HS_CAN_L HS_CAN_L line of ISO 15765

15 NC No Connect

16 PWR External DC power input, 8-32V

Motion Sensing Direction This device has an internal 3-axis accelerometer that supports driving behavior monitoring, power

conservation, and motion detection.

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Device Status LEDs

LED Device Status LED Status

CELL Searching for a network Fast flashing

CELL Registering to a network Slow flashing

CELL SIM card needs a pin code to unlink

Solid (ON)

GNSS GNSS chip is powered off OFF

GNSS GNSS sends no data, or a data format error occurs.

Slow flashing

GNSS GNSS chip is searching for GNSS information

Fast flashing

GNSS GNSS chip has got GNSS information

Solid (ON)

Note:

1. The CELL LED and GNSS LED can be configured to turn off after a period of time using the

configuration tool.

2. Fast flashing is about 60ms ON / 780ms OFF.

3. Slow flashing is about 60ms / 1940ms OFF.

Getting Started

Manager Tool This is a software which can be used to configure the tracker. Please note, this is optional tool and is

compatible with Windows computers only. It requires an optional USB Data_Cable_MC5 which will need

to be purchased separately from the unit. To access the configuration tool or for more details on the

software, please visit amcrest.com/support

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1. Connect the OBD tracker to a USB port on your computer using a USB Data_Cable_MC5 (sold separately).

2. Download the software and install the driver to your Windows computer.

3. Open the manager tool and select the correct COM port. Input the default password gv500 and click OK.

4. To test by SMS, set the Report Mode to SMS and input the phone number that will be used.

5. Set the Report Mode to TCP Short Connection. Input the IP address and port number of the backend server.

6. Enter the APN information for GPRS/LTE into the AT+GTBSI setting.

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7. Press the Send button and update the parameters of the device. The device will then report information to your backend server or SMS. Click OK.

8. To report the devices position periodically to the backend server, set the parameters using the Fixed Timing Mode. Configure the intervals and press Send to update the parameters.

9. To set the geofencing rule, enter the geofencing data you would like to configure into the GeoFence Settings page and press Send to update the parameters.

Activating the Device After purchasing the device, you must purchase a monthly service plan that allows the device to track

and send data to your Amcrest account. You can activate your device and service plan at

http://www.amcrestgpsfleet.com

To activate a plan, click on Activate GPS Device and fill out the GPS activation form. If you choose to

buy a second device, fill out the activation form and be sure to select ADD TO EXISTING ACCOUNT

under Activation Type.

Follow the activation steps on the site, and within 24 hours you will receive an email with details about

the device, along with the username and password to log into your account. Change your password

upon logging in for the first time and begin enjoying tracking your vehicle.

Note: When activating your device, make sure you are near a window or in an open sky environment

that does not obstruct signal reception.

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Device Placement Before placing your device in its desired location ensure that the CELL LED is blinking to make sure it has

proper reception in the position you placed it.

The GPS is not water resistant. It is recommended to not place the device in an area where it may get wet

or water damaged.

OBD Protocol Synchronization Guide

Preparation Steps

Please follow the steps below to prepare for the OBD protocol synchronization process:

1. Set in AT+GTCFG to 1 (default value is 0).

2. Set in AT+GTOBD to 30 (default value is 30).

3. Set in AT+GTVMS to 0 (default value is 0).

4. Send AT+GTRTO with sub-command 1D to clear exiting OBD related data stored in the devices

memory.

5. Make sure the device can get a decent GNSS fix; If it is difficult to get valid GNSS fix, please keep the

vehicle idle after inserting the tracker into the vehicles OBD interface.

WARNING! Do not start using the tracker until the OBD protocol synchronization steps have been properly

performed with Key On Engine Off (KOEO) and successfully completed. Not performing these steps will

cause the tracker not to function properly.

Please follow the steps below to complete the OBD protocol synchronization process:

1. Turn the ignition key to the Key On Engine Off (KOEO) mode.

2. Insert the OBD tracker into the vehicles OBD interface.

3. Check the LED light status (which indicates the result of the OBD protocol synchronization) after roughly

30 seconds.

LED Status Synchronization Result Troubleshooting

Two LED lights start flashing slowly at the same time for 30 seconds.

Success N/A

Two LEDs light up solid for 30 seconds, and then resume their original functions.

Failure The tracker has trouble communicating with your vehicles OBD interface. Please try the process again and if the problem persists, contact us for further support: amcrest.com/gpssupport

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Amcrest GPS Portal (https://amcrestgpsfleet.com)

Getting Started An active subscription must be created to access tracker information. To activate a subscription, please

visit: https://amcrestgpsfleet.com

To log into the Amcrest OBD GPS portal, check your email for your Amcrest GPS activation email

containing your username and password. For best security results, please change your password upon

logging in for the first time.

Once you have successfully logged into your fleet GPS account, you will notice a map, the registered

OBD tracker, and a series of menu tabs. These tabs help you navigate the portal and access and

customize settings for your device.

See below table for an explanation of each major area of the interface:

1. Main Menu

View your profile, change your account password, logout, cancel a tracking subscription, update payment information, reactivate a subscription, view transaction history, update a subscription plan.

2. Features View real time map, trips, and reports. Create custom zone and set alerts.

3. Asset List Displays all OBD tracking devices associated with your GPS account.

4. Attributions Displays diagnostic and current status of the vehicle.

5. Zoom Zoom in (+) and out (-) on the real time map.

6. Quick Links Change Map views (options), view notifications, upload GPX, modify saved routes.

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User Interface Walkthrough This section will explore the different menu items in the GPS Portal Interface. See below for an

explanation of each menu item:

Map This tab shows the last location of the device, as well as access different map tools.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play trips.

Reports This tab allows the user to access and manage tracking event reports.

Zones This tab allows the user to create and manage zones (geofences).

Alerts This tab allows the user to create and manage alerts.

Map Tab

This tab shows the last known location of the device, as well as allows for use of many different map

tools. The map tab consists of 6 main control areas:

Main Menu In the main menu you can view your profile, change your account password, logout,

cancel a tracking subscription, update payment information, reactivate a subscription, view transaction

history, update a subscription plan.

Features View real time map, trips, and reports. Create custom zone and set alerts.

Asset List Displays all OBD tracking devices associated with your GPS account.

Attribute/Location - Displays status of the vehicle. Shows if the vehicle is in motion, idle, and on.

Zoom - Zoom in (+) and out (-) on the real time map.

Quick Links - Change Map views (options), view notifications, upload GPX, modify saved routes.

Main Menu The main menu allows you to access and modify general account information. To access the main menu,

click on the main menu icon ( ) located on the interface.

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The main menu allows the user to view GPS profile information, change passwords, logout, cancel a

subscription, purchase new devices, etc. The interface also provides a direct link to download the

Amcrest GPS Fleet app. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices via the App Store and

Google Play store.

My Profile

Access and adjust profile settings on your account. Please note, all information on this form can be

updated except for the email address. If an email address will need to be updated on the subscription,

please contact Amcrest directly to make the proper changes on the account.

Change Password

To change the password the user will need access to have access to the old password. Enter the old

password into the interface, enter the new password and confirm the password. Click Save to change

the password.

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Logout

Click Logout to logout of the account.

Cancel Tracking Subscription

This option will guide the user to a cancelation form which will need to be filled out to cancel their GPS

subscription. Follow the form completely and submit it to cancel the subscription. For direct access to a

cancelation form, please visit: https://amcrestgpsfleet.com/gps-activation/#/cancellation

Purchase New Devices

This option provides the user with a direct link to new GPS devices that are available for purchase.

Update Payment Information

This option will guide the user to a form in which subscription payment information can be updated.

Reactivate Tracking

This option will guide the user to a reactivation form for any cancelled devices on their account.

Transaction History

This option provides a user with all transaction history as well as an option to download any invoices, if

necessary, for each device on the account.

Update Subscription Plan

This option will guide the user to a form which allows them to update a GPS plan, per device attached to

the account.

Update Interval Frequency

This option provides a quick link to upgrade to a lesser interval GPS tracking plan.

Download the Amcrest GPS app

The Amcrest GPS app allows the user to access their device directly via their mobile device. The app is

available on both the iOS and Android platforms via the App Store and Google Play store.

Menu Tabs This section will explore the different menu items in the GPS Portal Interface. See below for an

explanation of each menu item:

Map This tab shows the last location of the device, as well as access different map tools.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play trips.

Reports This tab allows the user to access and manage tracking event reports.

Zones This tab allows the user to create and manage zones (geofences).

Alerts This tab allows the user to create and manage alerts.

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Asset List The asset list displays all devices associated with your current GPS subscription as well as their last

report time, and driver score.

Track All Allows the user to select all assets.

Show/Hide List Hides and displays the asset list.

Show All Selects all the assets available on the subscription.

Recent Trips ( ) Quick access to recent trips (Last trip, Todays trip, yesterdays trip, 7 days of trips,

or a custom range of trips.

Reboot ( ) Provides an option to reboot the device. This will only occur when the device is not

reporting any activity.

Driver Score An algorithm which provides an average for driving habits of the user over a specific

range.

Asset Info This drop-down menu allows the user to view specific diagnostic information related to their vehicle.

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Speed Displays the current miles per hour (MPH) of the vehicle.

Engine RPM Displays the last RPM data of the vehicle.

Mileage Displays the current mileage of the vehicle.

Fuel Consumption Displays the estimated fuel consumption of the vehicle while in motion.

Engine Coolant Temp - Displays the last reported coolant temperature of the vehicle.

Power Voltage Displays the last reported power consumption level being used by the device.

Engine Load Displays the last reported torque output percentage of the vehicle.

Fuel Level - Displays the last reported fuel level percentage of the vehicle.

Throttle Position - Displays the last reported percentage of how far down the accelerator pedal has

been down. This is relative and based upon the internal TPS system of the vehicle.

Last Location Displays the last known location of the device.

Device Frequency The refresh frequency of the device. The default refresh rate is 60 seconds which

provides 10-14 days of battery life.

Track Displays the current position of the device.

Settings Allows the user to access alert information as well as enable or disable diagnostic alerts.

Street View Provides a Google powered street view of where the device is reporting.

Telemetry Data: Export telemetry data, via an excel file, within a specific date and time range.

Get Shareable Tracking Link: This option provides a shareable link in which the user can share the

location of the device.

Update Interval Frequency / Battery Life: This option provides a quick link to upgrade to a lesser

interval GPS tracking plan.

Track The tracking option is a feature in the GPS portal that allows you to access real time information on the

location of your GPS. To access the track location feature, click on the Track option in the device list

menu. The view location option will provide a map of the devices location as well as an address.

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Street View The street view option allows the user to view a Google map, street view, image for the location of the

device.

Settings The settings menu allows the user to enable or disable alert options such as push notifications, email

alerts, trip alerts, speed alerts, power on/off alerts, engine on/off alerts, etc.

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For a brief description of each option, please refer to the information provided below. Device Name: The name of the device being used. Alert Email: The current account email being used. Mobile Carrier Primary: Select a primary mobile carrier. Alert/SMS/Text Primary: The primary means of receiving SMS. Alert Secondary SMS/Text: The secondary way of receiving SMS. All Alerts: Enable or disable push, email, and SMS/text notifications for all alert types. All Push Notification Alerts: Enable or disable push notifications for each alert type. All Email Alerts: Enable or disable all email alerts for each alert type. All SMS/Text Alerts: Enable to allow all SMS alerts for each alert type. Speed Alerts: This section is used to enable or disable speed alert notifications. Speed Push Notifications: Enable speed push notification alerts. Speed Email Alerts: Enable/disable speed-related email alerts. Speed SMS/Text Alerts: Enable/disable speed-related SMS alerts. Speed Limit: Use this slider to set the MPH threshold for speed alerts. Engine On/Off Alerts: Enable or disable all event notifications related to engine on/off activity. Engine On/Off Push Notifications: Enable/disable push notifications for engine on/off activity. Engine On/Off Email Alerts: Enable/disable email alerts for engine on/off activity. Engine On/Off SMS/Text Alerts: Enable/disable SMS alerts for engine on/off activity. Harsh Behaviour Alerts: Enable or disable event notifications related to abrupt behaviour detected by the GPS. Harsh Braking Push Notification: Enable/disable push notifications to be sent if the vehicle stops too abruptly. Harsh Braking Email Alerts: Enable/disable email alerts to be sent if the vehicle stops too abruptly. Harsh Braking SMS/Text Alerts: Enable/disable SMS alerts to be sent if the vehicle stops too abruptly. Harsh Turning Push Notification: Enable/disable push notifications to be sent if the vehicle turns too abruptly. Harsh Turning Email Alerts: Enable/disable email alerts to be sent if the vehicle turns too abruptly. Harsh Turning SMS/Text Alerts: Enable/disable SMS alerts to be sent if the vehicle turns too abruptly. Harsh Acceleration Push Notification: Enable/disable push notifications to be sent if the vehicle accelerates too quickly. Harsh Acceleration Email Alerts: Enable/disable email alerts to be sent if the vehicle accelerates too quickly. Harsh Acceleration SMS/Text Alerts: Enable/disable SMS alerts to be sent if the vehicle accelerates too quickly. Towing Alerts: Enable or disable event notifications if the vehicle is turned off and is actively being moved. Towing Push Notification: Enable or disable push notifications to be sent if the vehicle is turned off and actively being moved. Towing Email Alerts: Enable or disable email alerts to be sent if the vehicle is turned off and actively being moved. Towing SMS/Text Alerts: Enable or disable SMS alerts to be sent if the vehicle is turned off and actively being moved. Warning/Emission Alerts: Enable or disable event notifications to be sent if the cars emissions are above the warning limits threshold of the device. Warning/Emission Push Notification: Enable or disable push notifications to be sent if the cars emissions are above the warning limits threshold of the device.

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Warning/Emission Email Alerts: Enable or disable email alerts to be sent if the cars emissions are above the warning limits threshold of the device. Warning/Emission SMS/Text Alerts: Enable or disable SMS alerts to be sent if the cars emissions are above the warning limits threshold of the device. Trip End Timer: Use this slider to set a range in which a trip will end. The end time can range from three minutes to 10 minutes. Fuel Tank Capacity: Set a percentage threshold, in gallons or liters, in which the device will alert of low fuel. Update Odometer: Set a threshold, in miles, in which the device will alert of Current Device Frequency: Displays the current device frequency. Please note, a one-minute device frequency will provide about 10-14 days of battery life. Device information to show: This section allows the user to enable or disable which parameters will be shown in the asset menu. Vehicle Skins: This section allows the user to display which vehicle type and color is currently associated with the GPS tracker. Vehicle Type: Set which type of vehicle is currently being tracker. Tracker Color: Set the vehicle color to which the device is attached. Click the Save button to save and apply settings.

Telemetry Data This option allows the user to export a spreadsheet of telemetry data such as, latitude and longitude,

speed, GPS accuracy, GPS UTC time, etc.

To export telemetry data, click the Telemetry Data option and choose a date and time range. Telemetry

data from the last 10 days can only be exported. Click Apply and then click Export CSV, the spreadsheet

will download to your device.

Get Shareable Tracking Link This option allows the user to generate a shareable tracking link which can be provided to multiple users

to track the device. Click Copy Link to copy the provided link.

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Update Interval Frequency / Battery Life This option provides a quick link to upgrade to a lesser interval GPS tracking plan. Please do not let the

battery go below 10% if the battery is below 10% charge make sure to charge it or connect using a

power supply.

Trips Tab The trips tab allows the user to access trip history as well as provides a detailed path in which the

vehicle was being tracked.

Below is a screenshot of the trip menu:

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This tab has 5 main areas:

1. Choose Device This drop-down menu allows the user to choose which device they would like to pull

trip data.

Hide/Show List Hides all trip data information. Click the Show List option to display trip data.

Choose a date Provides a calendar of trip events for the selected device. Days with trip data will be

highlighted in green. Click the More option to display additional viewing options such as the last

trip reported, todays trips, yesterdays trips, or a custom range trip.

Export to PDF/CSV Displays a downloadable list of the trip data selected. A pdf or excel sheet

(CSV) can also be printed if necessary.

Custom PDF/CSV Export Allows the user to choose a date range of trip data which can be

exported via a pdf or excel sheet.

Show Last 7 Days Displays all trip data that happened within a 7-day period.

Show Last 30 Days Displays all trip data that happened within a 30-day period.

Run 24Hr Runs an animated, point by point, route of all trip data reported in the last 24 hours.

Show 24Hr Displays point by point trip data routes on the map.

Delete Trips Allows users to delete trips.

2. Trip Metrics Displays the number of miles in the trip, the date and time range, duration, as well as a to

and from route.

Show Trip Displays a point by point route of the trip data.

Run Trip Runs an animated, point by point route of the selected trip.

Summary Displays a trip summary of the selected trip which includes the IMEI number of the

device that is being reported, the miles of the trip, average RPMs, average throttle position, fuel

consumption, max engine load, max RPMs, max throttle position, idle time, and average engine

load.

3. Trip Details Click the start or end location pinpoint to display trip details. Details include speed,

mileage of the vehicle at that moment, the time of the start or end point, and the last reported location.

A Google powered street view can also be viewed by clicking Street View.

4. Start Location Displays the start point of the selected trip. Symbolized with a green pinpoint.

5. Finish Location Displays here the trip ended for the selected trip of the device. Symbolized with a red

pinpoint.

Reports The reports tab allows the user to view a graph/table of all reported data. Data from the reports tab can

be exported to a CSV/Export file which can be downloaded to your computer.

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There are 2 different sections in this tab:

1. Report Details Allows the user to choose which device they would like to view, which report type to

view, date, as well as which table or graph type. Custom reports can also be viewed in this menu.

Hide/Show List Hides all trip data information. Click the Show List option to display trip data.

Choose Device This drop-down menu allows the user to choose which device they would like to

use to general a report.

Select Report Type This drop-down menu allows the user to choose which reports to generate.

Zone Alerts Reporting of each time the vehicle has entered or exited a custom zone.

Speed Reporting of all excess speed limit.

Towing Reporting of each time the vehicle is in tow or is being towed.

Attach Detach Reporting of each time the OBD has been attached or detached from the

vehicle.

Harsh Behavior Reporting of all unknown harsh acceleration and/or turning behavior.

Engine Reporting of each time the engine is turned on or off.

Notifications Reporting of all notification activity that has occurred on the vehicle.

Select Date Provides a calendar of each day a report is available. Days with report data will be

highlighted in green. Select the date to view reports for that day.

Select Graph / Table Report Type Provides additional custom graphical report type data. This data

is based on a date range which is chosen by the user. For optimal use, click on Custom Reports to

view this information.

Warnings Reports any instances of any warning lights provided by the vehicle.

Emissions Reports general emissions data (Lb/Gallon) of the vehicle.

Odometer Reports the miles driven in the selected date range.

Battery Voltage Reports the minimum, maximum, and average battery voltage.

Fuel Economy Reports the fuel economy (miles/gallon) used by the vehicle.

Driver Score Graphically displays the drivers score based on the selected date range.

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Custom Reports

Custom reports of each attribute can be generated based on a specific date and range. Below is a

screenshot of the custom reports interface:

To generate a custom report, select a report type from the Report Type drop down menu and select a

graph/table report type. Click on Choose date range and select a start and end time for the report. Click

on Get Reports to generate a custom report.

Zones Tab The Zones tab allows the user to create a virtual geographic boundary which will alert the user if the

device enters or exits a specific zone. The user can create a circular zone or a polygonal type zone.

Below is a screenshot of the Zones tab:

Note: The user can create as many zones as they want however, only a max of 5 zones can be used at a

time per device. Make sure to use the map option to create your custom zone.

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Hide/Show List This button allows the user to hide or show an added circular or polygonal zone.

Zone Groups Allows the user to set and organize zones into specific zone groups.

Creating a Circular Zone To proceed with creating a circular zone, click on either Create Circular Zone button and click the Got

It! button:

To begin setting a circular zone, click on the map and use your mouse to adjust the circular zone. Use

your mouse on the map to set a circular zone. A box will appear on the lower right corner of the screen

allowing you to create a name for your zone, type, and the radius. The radius of the set zone will be

measured in meters on the screen.

Enter the name of your zone, then select which type (entry, exit, both) of zone you would like to use. An

entry type will trigger an alert when the vehicle enters a specific area, an exit type will trigger an alert

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when the vehicle exits a specific area, and a both type will trigger an alert whether the vehicle enters

or exits the specified zone. Click the Save button to save your zone settings.

To receive the alerts when the device enters the Zone Entry zone or exits the Zone Exit zone, alert

should be created by selecting the specific zone(s). Click on Goto Create Alert to begin setting up

alerts for your newly created zones.

Creating a Polygonal Zone To proceed with creating a polygonal zone, click on either Create Polygonal Zone button and click the

Got It! button:

To begin setting a polygonal zone, click on the map and use your mouse to create a polygonal zone. A

box will appear on the lower right corner of the screen allowing you to create a name for your zone,

type.

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Enter the name of your zone, then select which type (entry, exit, both) of zone you would like to use. An

entry type will trigger an alert when the vehicle enters a specific area, an exit type will trigger an alert

when the vehicle exits a specific area, and a both type will trigger an alert whether the vehicle enters

or exits the specified zone.

Click on the Zone Group dropdown menu too assign the zone to a specific zone group. If you have not

created a zone group, click on Create New Zone Group option, and create a new zone group. Click the

Save button to save your zone settings.

To receive the alerts when the device enters the Zone Entry zone or exits the Zone Exit zone, alert

should be created by selecting the specific zone(s). Click on Goto Create Alert to begin setting up

alerts for your newly created zones.

Alerts This tab allows you to create and manage new alerts for your device. Please note, an alert cannot be

established without creating a designated custom zone.

Setting Up a New Alert All saved alerts will be displayed in the alerts tab. You can create a maximum of 5 alerts per device. An

alert can be setup for a circular or polygonal zone. Click on the appropriate Add New Alert button to

begin.

To begin setting up a new alert, enter a name for your alert in the Alert Name field. Choose which

device the alert will apply to via the Choose Device dropdown list. Select whether the alert will apply to

either an individual zone or a specific zone group and choose the zone type from the dropdown menu.

Next, click on the Select Mobile Network dropdown menu and select which mobile network the alerts

will be sending SMS notifications. If your mobile network is not listed, you can choose Others.

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A valid email address is also recommended as a secondary means of receiving the alert. Click on Create

Alert. The new alert has been created.

The new alert has been added to the Alerts menu. To edit the alert, click on the dropdown menu and

click on View/Edit. You can also delete the alert by clicking the Delete button.

Amcrest GPS Fleet Application

iOS App Setup The iOS Amcrest Fleet app does not allow users to register an account via the app. To get started, make sure you have registered an Amcrest GPS account and activated your OBD GPS tracker. This can be done by going to www.amcrest.com/gps-activation on a laptop or computer and registering an account. Once an active account is made and your device has been activated you can download the Amcrest GPS Fleet app via the App Store.

Map Once logged in you will be taken to the map screen which will display your active devices.

1. Device Menu Tap the device menu to choose between multiple devices. 2. Info Tap the Info tab to view specific diagnostic information related to their vehicle. Items inside the Info tab include: Speed Displays the current miles per hour (MPH) of the vehicle.

Engine RPM Displays the last RPM data of the vehicle.

Mileage Displays the current mileage of the vehicle.

Fuel Consumption Displays the estimated fuel consumption of

the vehicle while in motion.

Engine Coolant Temp - Displays the last reported coolant

temperature of the vehicle.

Power Voltage Displays the last reported power consumption

level being used by the device.

Engine Load Displays the last reported torque output

percentage of the vehicle.

Fuel Level - Displays the last reported fuel level percentage of the

vehicle.

Throttle Position - Displays the last reported percentage of how

far down the accelerator pedal has been down. This is relative

and based upon the internal TPS system of the vehicle.

Location Displays the last known location of the device.

3. Attribute/Location - Displays current location of the vehicle. Shows if the vehicle is in motion, idle, as

well as device information.

4. Map View Tap to choose between different map views. Choose between standard, satellite, or

Hybrid views.

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5. Settings - Tap the settings ( ) icon in the upper left corner of the screen to access in app features

for your GPS.

Settings Menu Map

This tab shows the last location of the device, as well as allows for use of many different map tools.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play trips.

Reports This tab allows the user to create and manage custom zones (geofences).

Zones This tab allows the user to manage custom zone alerts.

Zone Groups This tab allows the user to access and manage zone groups.

Circular Zone Alerts This tab allows the user to set or manage a circular zone alert for a zone.

Polygonal Zone Alerts This tab allows the user to set or manage a polygonal zone alert for a zone.

Device Settings This tab allows the user to adjust tracking settings and alerts.

My Profile This tab allows you to adjust or modify your account settings and information.

Change Password This tab allows you to adjust modify your password (must have old password)

Logout This tab allows the user to sign out of their GPS tracker account.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play recorded trip data. To access the trips menu, please

select Trips from the main menu.

A representation of the last known trip data will be displayed on the map interface. For details on the

current trip, tap on the Trips option. To search for specific trip data, tap on the Select Date option and

choose a reporting date from the provided calendar.

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Reports The reports tab allows the user to create custom reports and alerts regarding the functionality and

status of the device. Tap on the Reports option to access the interface.

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Select the GPS device from the interface and select a report type from the Choose Report Type drop

down menu. Select all applicable report types and tap Confirm. Tap on the tap on the Select Date option

located in the reports interface. A calendar will be displayed which shows applicable dates with reported

data. Data is represented by a blue dot in the interface. Tap on the represented date to populate report

data.

A list of reports for each specific report type will be displayed. Tap on the report type to be viewed to

view all data listed in the report. Tap on View Location to view the location of the report.

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Zones The Zones tab allows the user to create a virtual geographic

boundary which will alert the user if the device enters or exits a

specific zone.

Tap on the Zones option to access the interface.

Tip: To create a zone, start searching locations from the top-left

search icon.

To add a custom zone, click on the + Add Polygonal Zone option. Click Got It! in the prompt to

begin.

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Use the search tool in the left-hand corner to select an area to draw the custom zone. Tap on the

interface to create a custom zone in a specific area of the map. Click Save Zone once all points have

been set.

Enter a name for the zone and choose which type of zone will be reported. This can be an alert when the

device enters a zone, exits a zone, or both. A zone group can be applied to the zone, via the Zone Group

menu. Select a group from the interface or tap on + Create New Zone Group to create a new group.

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Creating a New Zone Group

A Zone Group allows multiple zones to be grouped in the interface for a specific device. To create a zone

group, tap on the + Create New Zone Group.

Note: The zone can be ungrouped in the interface, however, if multiple zones need to be applied to a

device it is highly recommended to create a zone group.

Enter a name for the zone group and click Create Zone Group. The zone group will be applied to the

zone, tap on Save Zone to save, and apply the custom zone to the device. Tap on Create to create the

zone.

Adding Zone Alerts

Once a zone alert has been created the interface will prompt the user to create an alert. Zone alerts are

used to provide push notification alerts to your mobile device if a device enters or exits a custom zone.

An email can also be used to receive zone alerts if applicable.

A zone alert can be applied to multiple devices in the interface and can be applied to individual

(ungrouped) zones or specific zone groups. To begin creating an alert, tap on +Add Polygonal Alert.

Enter a name for the alert in the interface and tap on the Select Device(s) drop down menu to select

your device. Multiple devices can be applied to a single alert if necessary. Tap Confirm for add a device

into the Alert setup interface.

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Select whether the alert will apply to individual zones or a zone group. Tap on the Select Zone(s) drop

down menu and select the applicable zone for the alert from the menu and tap Confirm.

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Enter all necessary information in the alert menu, select the current mobile carrier for your mobile

device from the Mobile Carrier Phone drop down menu, then enter a phone number in which push

notifications will be sent. If applicable, enter a valid email address the in the Email field. Another mobile

device can be used as well for the same alert in the #2 fields. Tap Add Alert to apply the alert to your

device.

Alerts can be created and edited as well in the Alerts menu in the app. To delete an alert, select the alert

from the interface and click delete to delete the alert.

Circular Zone Alerts Circular zone alerts are currently unavailable on iOS. Only polygonal zones can be created on the app.

Polygonal Zone Alerts Polygonal zone alerts are used to modify or add existing polygonal zone alerts. To add a polygonal alert,

tap on +Add Polygonal Alert and repeat the steps provided in the Adding Zone Alerts portion of the

Zones section.

Device Settings This option allows the user to reboot the GPS device, as well as other specific device settings such as the

device name, alert email, mobile carrier, alert SMS phone numbers, as well as enable/disable push

notifications for specific device attributes and alerts. Press the Save button to save device settings.

My Profile Access and adjust profile settings on your account. Please note, all information in this section can be

updated except for the email address. If an email address will need to be updated on the subscription,

please contact Amcrest directly to make the proper changes on the account.

Change Password To change the password the user will need access to have access to the old password. Enter the old

password into the interface, enter the new password and confirm the password. Click Save to change

the password.

GPS Application Setup Android Application Setup To get started using the Amcrest GPS app on Android download the Amcrest GPS app from the Google

Play store.

The Android app allows you to activate and access your GPS device directly from the app. To activate a

new device in the app, open the app and press Activate GPS Device.

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Map Once logged in you will be taken to the map screen which will display your active devices. Provided in this menu will be a list of options related to the initial map interface. For more information on the features listed in this menu, please refer to the details provided below.

vehicle.

Engine RPM Displays the last RPM data of the vehicle.

Mileage Displays the current mileage of the vehicle.

Fuel Consumption Displays the estimated fuel consumption of

the vehicle while in motion.

Engine Coolant Temp - Displays the last reported coolant

temperature of the vehicle.

Power Voltage Displays the last reported power consumption

level being used by the device.

Engine Load Displays the last reported torque output

percentage of the vehicle.

Fuel Level - Displays the last reported fuel level percentage of

the vehicle.

Throttle Position - Displays the last reported percentage of how

far down the accelerator pedal has been down. This is relative

and based upon the internal TPS system of the vehicle.

Location Displays the last known location of the device.

3. Attribute/Location - Displays current location of the vehicle. Shows if the vehicle is in motion, idle, as

well as device information.

4. Map View Tap to choose between different map views. Choose between standard, satellite, or

Hybrid views.

5. Settings - Tap the settings ( ) icon in the upper left corner of the screen to access in app features

for your GPS.

6. Track All Allows the interface to track and display all connected devices on the map interface.

Settings Menu Map

This tab shows the last location of the device, as well as allows for use of many different map tools.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play trips.

Reports This tab allows the user to create and manage custom zones (geofences).

Zones This tab allows the user to manage custom zone alerts.

Zone Groups This tab allows the user to access and manage zone groups.

Circular Zone Alerts This tab allows the user to set or manage a circular zone alert for a selected zone.

Polygonal Zone Alerts This tab allows the user to set or manage a polygonal zone alert for a selected zone.

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Device Settings This tab allows the user to adjust tracking settings and alerts.

My Profile This tab allows you to adjust or modify your account settings and information.

Change Password This tab allows you to adjust modify your password (must have old password)

Logout This tab allows the user to sign out of their GPS tracker account.

Trips This tab allows the user to see trip history and play recorded trip data. To access the trips menu, please

select Trips from the main menu.

A representation of the last known trip data will be displayed on the map interface. For details on the

current trip, tap on the Trips option. To search for specific trip data, tap on the Select Date option and

choose a reporting date from the provided calendar.

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Reports The reports tab allows the user to create custom reports and alerts regarding the functionality and

status of the device. Tap on the Reports option to access the interface.

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Select the GPS device from the interface and select a report type from the Choose Report Type drop

down menu. Select all applicable report types and tap Confirm. Tap on the tap on the Select Date option

located in the reports interface. A calendar will be displayed which shows applicable dates with reported

data. Data is represented by a blue dot in the interface. Tap on the represented date to populate report

data.

A list of reports for each specific report type will be displayed. Tap on the report type to be viewed to

view all data listed in the report. Tap on View Location to view the location of the report.

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Zones The Zones tab allows the user to create a virtual geographic

boundary which will alert the user if the device enters or exits a

specific zone.

Tap on the Zones option to access the interface.

Tip: To create a zone, start searching locations from the top-left

search icon.

To add a custom zone, click on the + Add Polygonal Zone option. Click Got It! in the prompt to

begin.

Use the search tool to select an area to draw the custom zone. Tap on the interface to create a custom

zone in a specific area of the map. Click Save Zone once all points have been set.

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Enter a name for the zone and choose which type of zone will be reported. This can be an alert when the

device enters a zone, exits a zone, or both. A zone group can be applied to the zone, via the Zone Group

menu. Select a group from the interface or tap on + Create New Zone Group to create a new group.

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Creating a New Zone Group

A Zone Group allows multiple zones to be grouped in the interface for a specific device. To create a zone

group, tap on the + Create New Zone Group.

Note: The zone can be ungrouped in the interface, however, if multiple zones need to be applied to a

device it is highly recommended to create a zone group.

Enter a name for the zone group and click Create Zone Group. The zone group will be applied to the

zone, tap on Save Zone to save, and apply the custom zone to the device. Tap on Create to create the

zone.

Adding Zone Alerts

Once a zone alert has been created the interface will prompt the user to create an alert. Zone alerts are

used to provide push notification alerts to your mobile device if a device enters or exits a custom zone.

An email can also be used to receive zone alerts if applicable.

A zone alert can be applied to multiple devices in the interface and can be applied to individual

(ungrouped) zones or specific zone groups. To begin creating an alert, tap on +Add Polygonal Alert.

Enter a name for the alert in the interface and tap on the Select Device(s) drop down menu to select

your device. Multiple devices can be applied to a single alert if necessary. Tap Confirm for add a device

into the Alert setup interface.

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Select whether the alert will apply to individual zones or a zone group. Tap on the Select Zone(s) drop

down menu and select the applicable zone for the alert from the menu and tap Confirm.

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