Honeywell GMPT-401-C1D2 User Manual
Honeywell GMPT-401-C1D2 User Manual

Honeywell GMPT-401-C1D2 User Manual

Personal tracker
GMPT-401
GMPT-401-C1D2
Personal Tracker
User Guide
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  • Page 1 GMPT-401 GMPT-401-C1D2 Personal Tracker User Guide...
  • Page 2 Licenses of Third Party Software This product contains software provided by third parties, which may include the below listed components. The Honeywell product that includes this file does not necessarily use all of the third party software components referred to below.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Customer Support ............vi Additional Documentation .
  • Page 4 Bluetooth Connection........... . . 20 Resetting the Personal Tracker .
  • Page 5 Technical Specifications ..........41 Technical Specifications .
  • Page 6: Customer Support

    • +1 302 669 2753 Additional Documentation Go to www.gt.honeywell.com: 1 Click Support, Log into Technical Support Portal. Create an account if you don’t already have one. 2 On the Home page, click Downloads. 3 Select your product from the drop-down list.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter gives an overview of the GMPT-401 Personal Tracker and includes: • What is the GMPT-401 Personal Tracker? • Feature Summary • Modes of Operation • Out of the Box • Personal Tracker Activation • Using the ViewPoint Application •...
  • Page 8: What Is The Gmpt-401 Personal Tracker

    Apple device. The tracking application available from Honeywell Global Tracking is called ViewPoint. It is a web-based application that is accessed through a web browser running on a personal computer (PC). ViewPoint is able to display the operator's current position on a map, send and receive messages and distribute messages sent from one tracker to other trackers in the same fleet.
  • Page 9: Feature Summary

    Chapter 1 — Getting Started Feature Summary Your Personal Tracker incorporates the following features: • Alert Mode – In urgent situations, you can activate the tracker’s Alert Mode. This sends an SOS message and tracking information to the ViewPoint operator. Depending on how the system is configured in the GMPT-401 App or in ViewPoint, the interval between scheduled position messages many be shorter in Alert Mode (default 2 minutes).
  • Page 10: Modes Of Operation

    Chapter 1 — Getting Started Modes of Operation The Personal Tracker can be used in the following configurations: • One Device—the tracker, phone and holder assembled together to make one device. • Two Devices—the tracker and phone connected through Bluetooth. •...
  • Page 11: Out Of The Box

    Chapter 1 — Getting Started Out of the Box the following items are delivered in the box for the Personal Tracker: • GMPT-401 Personal Tracker • USB charging cable (USB to pogo connector) • Power adapter with regional plug adapters •...
  • Page 12: Personal Tracker Activation

    3 Select your product from the drop-down list. Staying Safe Honeywell Global Tracking recommends that the Personal Tracker is used only as part of a larger system or plan to maintain the safety and security of operators. The Personal Tracker has been designed to achieve the highest level...
  • Page 13: Getting To Know The Personal Tracker

    Getting to Know the Personal Tracker This chapter provides information on the Personal Tracker and includes the following: • Positioning the Personal Tracker • About the Personal Tracker • Status Indicators • Understanding Communication Cycles...
  • Page 14: Positioning The Personal Tracker

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Positioning the Personal Tracker The Personal Tracker uses both GPS and Iridium satellites. It is important that it has the best possible clear sky view at all times in order to ensure good satellite coverage.
  • Page 15: Using A Remote Antenna

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Using a Remote Antenna The antenna on the tracker is removable and can be replaced with an external antenna (see “Optional Accessories” on page 5). This might be necessary if you are using the Personal Tracker inside a vehicle or any other situation where the Personal Tracker is not in sky view.
  • Page 16: About The Personal Tracker

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker About the Personal Tracker Front View—As One Device Holder iPhone On/Off iPhone Volume iPhone iPhone Home Button GMPT-401 Personal Tracker User Guide...
  • Page 17 Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Back View—As One Device SOS Button End Cap Tracker Antenna Phone Camera Tracker Lanyard Hole Battery LED Network LED Tracker Power Bluetooth Pairing Button Button Tracker Release Buttons Pogo connector for charging To use the Personal Tracker as one device you must insert the phone and tracker into the holder.
  • Page 18: Inserting/Removing The Phone

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Inserting/Removing the Phone To insert the phone: 1 Press the red button on the end cap and slide the lock to open. 2 Slide phone in to the holder as shown and ensure the iPhone clicks into position.
  • Page 19: Inserting/Removing The Tracker

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Inserting/Removing the Tracker To insert the tracker in the holder, slide it in the back of the holder until it is secured with a click. To remove the tracker from the holder press the release buttons at the same time on each side of the holder and slide it out.
  • Page 20: Status Indicators

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Status Indicators Status information is shown in two ways: • On the phone in the GMPT-401 App • On the tracker using the LED indicators On the Phone Status indicators are shown on the status bar in the GMPT-401 App when the tracker is connected by Bluetooth to the phone.
  • Page 21: Understanding Communication Cycles

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker Battery LED Color Indication Green—On for 2 second Power up. Red—On for 2 second Power down. Green—Flashing slowly Power on, battery 60-100% charged. Amber—Flashing slowly Power on, battery 20-60% charged. Red—Flashing slowly Power on, battery 0-20% charged.
  • Page 22: Gps Check

    Chapter 2 — Getting to Know the Personal Tracker GPS Check A GPS check obtains position information (GPS fix) but does not send the information to ViewPoint. You can schedule one or several GPS checks to be performed in between reporting intervals. This allows the GPS data to remain updated and allows the Tracker's last known position to be kept up to date.
  • Page 23: Operation

    Operation This chapter explains how to use the Personal Tracker and includes: • Charging the Battery • Turning the Personal Tracker On/Off • Bluetooth Connection • Resetting the Personal Tracker • Using the GMPT-401 Application for iPhone • Using the Tracker in Standalone Operation...
  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    Chapter 3 — Operation Charging the Battery It is recommended to fully charge the battery before first time use. For battery replacement, see “Battery Replacement” on page Be sure to charge the tracker in dry conditions. If the pins on the tracker connector or USB cable connector are wet, dry them before charging.
  • Page 25: Battery Life

    Chapter 3 — Operation Battery Life Battery life from a single charge may extend to many days under ideal operating conditions. Usage factors affecting battery life include: • Initial charge state of the battery and operating temperature (reduced capacity at the low end of the temperature range). •...
  • Page 26: Bluetooth Connection

    Chapter 3 — Operation Bluetooth Connection To establish a Bluetooth connection between the tracker and the phone: 1 Turn the tracker on by pushing the power button for 2 to 5 seconds. 2 Press the Bluetooth button on the tracker. The tracker is then discoverable for 2 minutes.
  • Page 27: Using The Gmpt-401 Application For Iphone

    Chapter 3 — Operation Using the GMPT-401 Application for iPhone The GMPT-401 App is available in the App Store ® . Download and install the app on your iPhone. The first time you launch the GMPT-401 App, you must fill in the User Profile screen.
  • Page 28: Inbox

    Chapter 3 — Operation To send a message: 1 Select Messages in the menu bar. 2 Touch the pencil icon (upper right corner) to compose a new message. 3 In the To: field, type the contact information (phone number, tracker number, or email address), or touch the plus symbol ( + ) to add contact information from your list of contacts.
  • Page 29: Outbox

    Chapter 3 — Operation Note: You can only receive messages from ViewPoint (tracking application) or another tracker. SMS and email recipients cannot reply to your messages. Outbox Temporarily stores messages you have composed, pending successful transmission. Messages in the Outbox are transferred to Sent Items when successfully sent.
  • Page 30: About Alert Mode

    Chapter 3 — Operation Alert Mode can also be activated by pressing and holding the SOS button on the tracker for 2 seconds. To avoid accidentally activating Alert Mode with the SOS button on the tracker, you can turn on the Tracker SOS Button Press notification in the Settings menu, see “Notifications”...
  • Page 31: Tracking

    Chapter 3 — Operation Tracking The tracking menu gives your last reported location. You can set POIs, see the tracking report history, and request a situation awareness report. Points of Interest When a POI is generated, it is sent by the tracker and stored in ViewPoint. Each time you set your current location as a POI, it will be added to ViewPoint for other users to see.
  • Page 32 Chapter 3 — Operation 2 Input the Radius and Age. 3 Touch Request then confirm. Depending on satellite coverage, it can take several minutes before the situation awareness report is received. GMPT-401 Personal Tracker User Guide...
  • Page 33: Settings

    Chapter 3 — Operation Settings The Settings menu is used to configure the tracker and how it works with the iPhone. Status The Status menu gives detailed information on the last successful transmission and when the next transmission will be. You’ll find information on the network, GPS, tracker Bluetooth, tracker battery and app/software/hardware versions.
  • Page 34: Gps

    Chapter 3 — Operation When charging the phone from the tracker, the tracker battery will discharge as a faster rate and my discharge to the Stop Charging threshold in a short time. Note: When the phone charging from tracker option is turned on, the iPhone will stop charging momentarily during tracking report and mailbox check transmission.
  • Page 35 Chapter 3 — Operation Alert Report Rate Default Settings Range Reporting Interval 2 minutes From 2 minutes to 24 hours. GPS Acquisition From 1 to 128 times per interval *. This specifies how often the GPS position is updated in between reporting intervals. Mailbox Check From 1 to 128 times per interval *.
  • Page 36: Tracker

    Chapter 3 — Operation 5 Confirm that you want to update the tracker settings by touching Send in the popup window. The settings will be sent to ViewPoint or the tracking application at the next reporting interval. Alert Configuration Alert Configuration is used to set when Alert Mode is deactivated. •...
  • Page 37: User Profile

    Chapter 3 — Operation • Tracker SOS Button Press - when enabled, after pressing the SOS button on the tracker, you must confirm your action in the GMPT-401 app. This is to avoid accidentally pressing the SOS button. When disabled, the SOS message is sent and Alert Mode is activated, no confirmation required.
  • Page 38: Using The Tracker In Standalone Operation

    Chapter 3 — Operation Using the Tracker in Standalone Operation Standalone operation is when you use the tracker alone, without the holder, iPhone, or the GMPT-401 app. When using the tracker in standalone operation you can: • Send normal tracking messages to ViewPoint •...
  • Page 39: Maintenance And Security

    Maintenance and Security The tracker and holder provide reliable and efficient operation with minimal care. Although specific maintenance is not required, the following checks ensure dependable operation: • Upgrading the Firmware • Cleaning the Tracker and Holder • Battery Replacement •...
  • Page 40: Upgrading The Firmware

    Chapter 4 — Maintenance and Security Upgrading the Firmware You may need to upgrade the firmware if there is an update that incorporates changes to a feature or adds functionality to the tracker. You can upgrade the firmware in two ways: •...
  • Page 41: Using The Usb Cable And A Pc

    3 On the Home page, click Downloads. 4 Select your product from the drop-down list. 5 Download the firmware upgrade file and Honeywell Upgrade Tool. To install the firmware upgrade tool: 1 Double click the file DownloadTool.exe To upgrade the GMPT-401 Personal Tracker firmware: 1 Launch the download tool by double clicking the DownloadTool.exe file.
  • Page 42: Cleaning The Tracker And Holder

    Chapter 4 — Maintenance and Security 2 Activate firmware download mode on the tracker by pressing both the power and Bluetooth buttons at the same time - hold for 5 seconds. The battery LED will flash red, green, and blue continuously. Bluetooth Power Button...
  • Page 43 Chapter 4 — Maintenance and Security To change the battery: 1 On the back of the tracker, remove the rubber screw caps with a small sharp object and remove the 7 screws. 2 Remove the back cover to access the battery. 3 Remove the old battery and replace with the new battery (make sure the orientation is correct).
  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Note: Resetting the tracker does not change any settings. Security This section defines the security processes, both implemented and recommended by Honeywell, for using the Personal Tracker with the iPhone 6s. It includes the following information: • How to protect your iPhone •...
  • Page 45: Secure Access To The Iphone

    Personal Tracker is to secure access to the phone to ensure that only authorized users have access to the system. The Apple iOS allows users to set passcodes of variable lengths and complexity as well as Touch ID. Honeywell recommends that the iOS authentication services (such as passcodes and Touch ID) be enabled and that passwords are strong.
  • Page 46 Chapter 4 — Maintenance and Security GMPT-401 Personal Tracker User Guide...
  • Page 47 Technical Specifications This appendix contains the technical specifications.
  • Page 48 Appendix A — Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Physical Dimensions Weight Tracker: 136 g Holder: 128 g Dimensions Tracker: 180.5 x 57.5 x 18.8 mm Holder: 175 x 79.8 x 31.6 mm (without tracker antenna) Satellite Connectivity GPS, GLONASS with anti-jamming facilities Modem Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) Skyview...
  • Page 50 Honeywell Global Tracking Miller Court, Severn Drive Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 8DN UK www.honeywellaidc.com GMPT-401 Personal Tracker User Guide *GMTRA-IOS-EN-UG* P/N GMTRA-IOS-EN-UG Rev A...

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