MEITRACK T711L GPS Vehicle Tracker User Guide

MEITRACK T711L GPS Vehicle Tracker

User Guide
MEITRACK T711L GPS Vehicle Tracker User Guide

Change History
File Name MEITRACK T711L GPS Vehicle Tracker User Guide
Project T711L GPS vehicle tracker Creation Date 2021-11-21
Update Date 2022-09-21
Subproject User Guide Total Pages 18
Version V1.3 Confidential External Documentation

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Contents
1 Copyright and Disclaimer........................................................................................................................................... - 4 -
2 Product Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. - 4 -
2.1 Product Features........................................................................................................................................... - 4 -
2.1.1 Harsh Acceleration, Harsh Braking, and Harsh Cornering Alerts.......................................................... - 4 -
2.1.2 Setting the Output Port Status Based on Events .................................................................................. - 4 -
2.1.3 Idling Detection.................................................................................................................................... - 4 -
2.1.4 Starting the Engine by iButton ............................................................................................................. - 5 -
3 Product Functions and Specifications ........................................................................................................................ - 5 -
3.1 Product Functions ......................................................................................................................................... - 5 -
3.1.1 Position Tracking .................................................................................................................................. - 5 -
3.1.2 Anti-Theft ............................................................................................................................................. - 5 -
3.1.3 Other Functions ................................................................................................................................... - 5 -
3.2 Product Specifications .................................................................................................................................. - 6 -
4 Main Device and Accessories .................................................................................................................................... - 7 -
5 Product Appearance .................................................................................................................................................. - 8 -
6 First Use ..................................................................................................................................................................... - 8 -
6.1 Installing a SIM Card ..................................................................................................................................... - 8 -
6.2 LED Indicator................................................................................................................................................. - 9 -
6.3 Device Configuration .................................................................................................................................... - 9 -
6.3.1 Installing the USB Driver ...................................................................................................................... - 9 -
6.3.2 Configuring Device Parameters by Meitrack Manager....................................................................... - 10 -
6.4 Tracking by Mobile Phone........................................................................................................................... - 11 -
6.5 Common SMS Commands .......................................................................................................................... - 12 -
6.5.1 Querying the Location in Real Time – A00 ......................................................................................... - 12 -
6.5.2 Controlling Output 1 Status by iButton – A17 .................................................................................... - 12 -
6.5.3 Setting GPRS Parameters – A21 ......................................................................................................... - 13 -
6.5.4 Setting the Idling Alert – B14 ............................................................................................................. - 13 -
6.5.5 Setting the Harsh Acceleration or Harsh Braking Alert – BBD ............................................................ - 14 -
6.5.6 Setting the Sharp Left Turn or Sharp Right Turn Alert – BC6 .............................................................. - 14 -
6.5.7 Controlling Output Status – C01 ........................................................................................................ - 14 -
6.5.8 Setting I/O Port Status – C08 ............................................................................................................. - 15 -
7 Logging In to MS03 Tracking System ........................................................................................................................ - 16 -
8 Device Installation ................................................................................................................................................... - 16 -
8.1 Installing the I/O Port Cable ........................................................................................................................ - 16 -
8.1.1 Interface Definition ............................................................................................................................ - 16 -
8.1.2 Wiring ................................................................................................................................................ - 17 -
8.2 Mounting the Device .................................................................................................................................. - 18 -

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1 Copyright and Disclaimer

Copyright © 2022 MEITRACK. All rights reserved.

, and are trademarks that belong to Meitrack Group and its subsidiary.

The user manual may be changed without notice.

Without prior written consent of Meitrack Group, this user manual, or any part thereof, may not be reproduced for any
purpose whatsoever, or transmitted in any form, either electronically or mechanically, including photocopying and
recording.
Meitrack Group shall not be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including but not
limited to economic losses, personal injuries, and loss of assets and property) caused by the use, inability, or illegality
to use the product or documentation.

2 Product Introduction
The T711L is a GPS vehicle tracker featuring the IP67 water resistance rating and internal GPS and GSM antennas. This
tracking unit can work properly in harsh environments. It is specially designed for different types of vehicles, such as
cars, motorcycles, yachts, and boats.

2.1 Product Features

2.1.1 Harsh Acceleration, Harsh Braking, and Harsh Cornering Alerts

Users can set the thresholds of harsh acceleration, harsh braking, and harsh cornering alerts by using Meitrack Manager
software, BBD command, or BC6 command.
Note: The alert results vary depending on the device installation, vehicle model, vehicle weight, and driving behaviors.
After the device is installed properly, you can use the BBD command, BC6 command, or Meitrack Manager software to
change the values of harsh acceleration, harsh braking, and harsh cornering alerts.

2.1.2 Setting the Output Port Status Based on Events

Users can control the output port status based on events.

For example:
1. When the device detects speeding, the buzzer makes sounds.
2. When the device detects unauthorized ignition or GPS antenna cut-off, the engine fails to be started.
3. When the device detects that the iButton reader is triggered, the engine starts.
4. When the device detects that an input is activated or inactivated, the output port is active or inactive.

2.1.3 Idling Detection

This function is used to detect whether a vehicle's engine is switched off while parking. To enable the function, input 1
must be connected to the ACC detection cable.
When the device detects that the ACC is on and the driving speed is 0 for one consecutive minute (default time), an
idling alert is sent.
For details, see the section 6.5.4 "Setting the Idling Alert – B14."

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2.1.4 Starting the Engine by iButton

After swiping the authorized iButton key, the driver must start the engine within one minute. Otherwise, the device's
output 1 is triggered (engine cut-off), and thus the driver cannot start the vehicle. If you want to start the engine, you
must swipe the iButton key again.
Before starting the engine, ensure that:
1. The device's input 1 is connected to the engine detection cable.
2. An iButton key has been authorized.
3. The device's output 1 is connected to the engine control cable through a relay.
4. The RFID ignition function has been enabled by Meitrack Manager or MS03 tracking platform.
5. The RFID event has been enabled on Meitrack Manager. Otherwise, the function is unavailable.

3 Product Functions and Specifications

3.1 Product Functions

3.1.1 Position Tracking

 GPS + LBS positioning

 Real-time location query
 Tracking by time interval
 Tracking by distance
 Tracking by mobile phone
 Speeding alert
 Cornering report

3.1.2 Anti-Theft

 Polygonal geo-fence
 Engine or vehicle door status alert
 Remote vehicle fuel or power cut-off
 GPS blind spot alert
 Towing alert

3.1.3 Other Functions

 SMS or GPRS (TCP or UDP) communication (Meitrack protocol)

 Built-in 8 MB flash for recording driving routes
 IP67 water resistance rating
 Mileage report
 Deep sleep mode
 Built-in 3-axis accelerometer
 GPS data filtering
 Stop Moving and Start Moving alerts
 Vehicle power protection
 Set the output port status based on events

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 A-GPS
 Idling alert
 Harsh acceleration alert
 Harsh braking alert
 Harsh cornering alert
 Vehicle maintenance reminding
 Online Parameter Editor (MS03 platform)
 Support online OTA updates

3.2 Product Specifications

Item Specifications
Dimension 75 mm x 44 mm x 17 mm
Weight 77g
I/O power cable length 50 cm
Power supply DC 11.4–90 V/1.5 A
Power consumption Current in standby mode: 65 mA
Operating temperature -35°C to 80°C (for the device without a battery)
High temperature resistant 200mAh (Operating temperature: -5°C to 75°C)
battery
Operating humidity 5%–95%
LED indicator Green LED indicator showing the GSM signal
Blue LED indicator showing the GPS signal
Button/Switch 1 upgrade button (used to manually upgrade the firmware)
1 power button
Memory 8 MB flash
Sensor 3-axis accelerometer
Frequency band T711L:
LTE FDD: B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28
LTE TDD: B38/B40/B41
GSM: 850/900/1800/1900
Bluetooth 2.4G Internal Bluetooth module, compatible with Bluetooth 5.0 GHz
GPS sensitivity -165 dB
GNSS Dual-mode positioning (GPS/BeiDou/GLONASS)
Positioning accuracy 2.5 meters
I/O port 1 positive input by default (ACC)
1 analog detection input (0–30 V)
1 open collector
1 1-Wire port
1 debug interface (Micro USB)

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4 Main Device and Accessories

Standard accessories:
 T711L vehicle tracker (with a cable of 50 cm in length)
 High temperature resistant battery (200 mAh)
 L wrench
 Hexagon screw
 CD download card
Optional accessories:
Optional Accessory Description
USB cable Standard Android cable
Relay (12 V/24 V) It is connected to output 1 or the 1-Wire port (green cable), which needs to be
set to output 2.
Buzzer It is connected to output 1 or the 1-Wire port (green cable), which needs to be
set to output 2.
A52 digital temperature sensor It is connected to the 1-Wire port (green cable). An external 5 V power supply
is required to supply power, or it is connected to A61 sensor box for more
functions.
iButton reader It is connected to the 1-Wire port (green cable).
A53 fuel level sensor (analog input It is connected to analog input 1 (blue cable).
voltage)
Bluetooth temperature and Check temperature (-20°C to 55°C) and humidity (0% to 100% RH).
humidity sensor (A maximum of four Bluetooth temperature and humidity sensors are
supported.)
Bluetooth beacon Detect the location of the tracker or Bluetooth beacon. (A maximum of 16
Bluetooth beacons are supported.)

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5 Product Appearance

6 First Use

6.1 Installing a SIM Card

Perform the following steps to install a SIM card:

1. Use the screwdriver to open the back cover of the device.
2. Insert the nano-SIM card into the card slot (with the gold-plated contacts facing down).
3. Close the cover, and tighten the screws.
Note:
 Ensure that the SIM card has sufficient balance. (After the SIM card is installed properly, make calls and send SMS
messages to confirm it.)
 Ensure that the PIN lock of the SIM card has been closed properly.
 Ensure that the SIM card in the device has subscribed the caller ID service if you want to use your authorized

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phone numbers to call the device.

 Power off the device before installing the SIM card.

6.2 LED Indicator

To turn on the device, connect the device to an external power supply (12 V or 24 V) or press and hold down the power
button for 3–5 seconds.

GPS LED Indicator (Blue)

Blink fast (once every 0.1 seconds) The device is being initialized, or the battery power is low.
Blink fast (0.1 seconds on and 2.9 seconds off) A GPS signal is received.
Blink slowly (1 second on and 2 seconds off) No GPS signal is received.
GSM LED Indicator (Green)
Steady on There is an incoming call.
Blink fast (once every 0.1 seconds) The device is being initialized.
Blink fast (0.1 seconds on and 2.9 seconds off) A signal is received from a base station.
Blink slowly (1 second on and 2 seconds off) No signal is received from a base station.

6.3 Device Configuration

6.3.1 Installing the USB Driver

1. Decompress the stsw-stm32102.zip file provided by Meitrack, locate the following file, and install the USB driver on
a computer with the 64-bit Windows system.

2. After the installation is finished, connect the device to the computer through the USB cable. If STMicroelectronics
Virtual COM Port (COM5) is displayed on the Device Manager page, the driver is installed successfully.
Caution: Before connecting the device to the computer through the USB cable, turn on the device first. Otherwise, the
device cannot be detected by Meitrack Manager.

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Note: After the driver installation is finished, if the preceding figure is not displayed, copy the mdmcpq.inf file to the
C:/windows/inf/ directory and usbser.sys file to the C:/windows/system32/drivers/ directory, and then restart the
computer.

6.3.2 Configuring Device Parameters by Meitrack Manager

This section describes how to use Meitrack Manager to configure the device on a computer.
Operation steps:
1. Install the USB driver and Meitrack Manager.
2. Connect the device to a computer by using the USB cable, as shown in the following figure.

3. Run Meitrack Manager, then the following dialog box appears:

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4. Turn on the device, then Meitrack Manager automatically detects the device model and the configuration interface
(default parameter settings) appears accordingly.
For details about Meitrack Manager, see the MEITRACK Manager User Guide.

6.4 Tracking by Mobile Phone

Call or send the 0000,A00 command by SMS to the device's SIM card number. The device will reply to an SMS with a
map link.
Click the SMS link. The device's location will be displayed on Google Maps on your mobile phone.
Note: Ensure that the device's SIM card number has subscribed the caller ID service. Otherwise, the tracking function
by mobile phone is unavailable.

SMS example:
Now,061314 10:36,V,26,0Km/h,96%,http://maps.meigps.com/?lat=22.513781&lng=114.057183
The following table describes the SMS format:
Parameter Description Remarks
Now Indicates the current location. Alert type: indicates the current
location or alert type.
061314 10:36 Indicates the date and time in MMDDYY Time
hh:mm format.
V The GPS is invalid. A = Valid
V = Invalid
26 Indicates the GSM signal strength. Value range: 1–32

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The larger the value is, the stronger

the signal is. If the parameter value is
greater than 12, it means that the
GPRS signal strength is good.
0Km/h The driving speed is 0. Speed
96% The remaining battery capacity is 96%. Remaining battery capacity
http://maps.meigps.c This is a map link with a latitude and You can visit the map through a
om/?lat=22.513781&l longitude. mobile phone.
ng=114.057183 lat indicates the latitude. Latitude: lat indicates the latitude, and lng
22.513781. indicates the longitude.
lng indicates the longitude. Longitude:
114.057183.

If your mobile phone does not support HTTP, enter the latitude and longitude on Google Maps to query a location.
(Note: The two digits placed before the decimal point are a latitude, and the three digits placed before the decimal
point are a longitude.)

6.5 Common SMS Commands

6.5.1 Querying the Location in Real Time – A00

SMS sending: 0000,A00

SMS reply: Now,Date and time,Positioning status,GSM signal strength,Speed,Remaining battery capacity,Map link
Description: This command is used to query the current location of the device.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,A00
SMS reply: Now,160721 16:40,V,12,56Km/h,97%,http://maps.meigps.com/?lat=22.513015&lng=114.057235

6.5.2 Controlling Output 1 Status by iButton – A17

SMS sending: 0000,A17,X

SMS reply: IMEI,A17,OK

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Description:
X = 1: function enabled. Before using the function, you must ensure: 1. ACC detection is connected to input 1; 2. An
iButton key has been authorized.
X = 0: function disabled (default).
For example, after swiping the authorized iButton key, you must start the engine (input 1 is connected to engine
detection) within one minute. If the time exceeds one minute, you need to swipe the iButton key again. After the engine
is started, input 1 will always detect the ACC status. If ACC ON is detected (that is, input 1 is the high level), output 1
will not generate data. If ACC OFF is detected, wait for one minute and then swipe the authorized iButton key to start
the engine as required.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,A17,0
SMS reply: 353358017784062,A17,OK

6.5.3 Setting GPRS Parameters – A21

SMS sending: 0000,A21,Connection mode,IP address,Port,APN,APN user name,APN password

SMS reply: IMEI, A21,OK
Description:
Connection mode = 0: function disabled.
Connection mode = 1: function enabled. Use the TCP/IP reporting mode.
Connection mode = 2: function enabled. Use the UDP reporting mode.
IP address: IP address or domain name. Contains a maximum of 32 bytes.
Port: contains a maximum of 5 digits.
APN/APN user name/APN password: contains a maximum of 32 bytes respectively. If no user name and password are
required, leave them blank.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,A21,1,server.meigps.com,8800 ,CMNET,,
SMS reply: 353358017784062,A21,OK

6.5.4 Setting the Idling Alert – B14

SMS sending: 0000,B14,Consecutive time (second),Speed (km/h),Alert Time (second)

SMS reply: IMEI,B14,OK
Description:
This command is used to detect whether an idling alert is generated. The device's input 1 must be connected to ACC
detection. Otherwise, the function is unavailable.
Consecutive time and alert time: indicate the consecutive time for the speed and alert time respectively. The value of
the two parameters ranges from 0 to 60000. Unit: second.
Speed: The parameter value ranges from 0 to 200. Unit: km/h. (Recommended value: 5 km/h)
An idling alert is generated when the following conditions are met simultaneously: the device detects that the ACC is
on, the driving speed is smaller than the preset value, and the consecutive time for the speed is larger than the preset
value.
If you want to read the command settings, send 0000,B14.
Note: The alert activation conditions may be affected due to static drift. Therefore, it is recommended that you should
set the speed to a value between 5 km to 10 km and the consecutive time for the speed to a value that is larger than

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60 seconds. The alert time is unavailable temporarily. It is recommended that you should set this parameter to 0.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,B14,60,5,0
SMS reply: 353358017784062,B14,OK

6.5.5 Setting the Harsh Acceleration or Harsh Braking Alert – BBD

SMS sending: 0000,BBD,X1,Y1,Z1,X2,Y2,Z2

SMS reply: IMEI,BBD,OK/<Error code>
Description:
X1: indicates the initial speed after the vehicle accelerates suddenly. Unit: km/h. The maximum parameter value is 480.
Y1: indicates the increased speed after the vehicle accelerates suddenly. Unit: km/hr/sec. The parameter value ranges
from 0 to 1000.
Z1: indicates the detection time of the harsh acceleration alert. Unit: second. The parameter value ranges from 1 to 255.
X2: indicates the initial speed after the driver brakes sharply. Unit: km/h. The maximum parameter value is 480.
Y2: indicates the increased speed after the driver brakes sharply. Unit: km/hr/sec. The parameter value ranges from -
1000 to 0.
Z2: indicates the detection time of the harsh braking alert. Unit: second. The parameter value ranges from 1 to 255.
If you want to read the command settings, send 0000,BBD.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,BBD,200,100,10,200,-100,10
SMS reply: 353358017784062,BBD,OK

6.5.6 Setting the Sharp Left Turn or Sharp Right Turn Alert – BC6

SMS sending: 0000,BC6,A,B,C

SMS reply: IMEI,BC6,OK/<Error code>
Description:
A: indicates the angle. The parameter value ranges from 0 to 359.
B: indicates the consecutive cornering time. The parameter value ranges from 2 to 100. Unit: second.
C: indicates the driving speed. The parameter value ranges from 0 to 255. Unit: km/h.
If you want to read the command settings, send 0000,BC6.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,BC6,90,10,60
SMS reply: 353358017784062,BC6,OK

6.5.7 Controlling Output Status – C01

SMS sending: 0000,C01,Speed,ABCDE

SMS reply: IMEI,C01,OK
Description:
Speed = 0: No speed limit exists. When the device receives the command, the function takes effect immediately.
Speed = [1...255]: Set the speed limit. Unit: km/h. When the driving speed is lower than the speed limit, the function
takes effect.
ABCDE: indicate outputs 1–5 respectively. When the parameter value is 0, the output is disabled. When the parameter
value is 1, data is generated according to the preset output mode. When the parameter value is 2, the previous status

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remains unchanged.
Example:
SMS sending: 0000,C01,10,10000
SMS reply: 353358017784062,C01,OK

6.5.8 Setting I/O Port Status – C08

SMS sending: 0000,C08,IO0:Mn,IO1:Mn,IO2:Mn,IO3:Mn,IO4:Mn

SMS reply: IMEI,C08,IO0:Mn,IO1:Mn,IO2:Mn,IO3:Mn,IO4:Mn
Description:
1. IO0, IO1, IO2, and IO3 indicate I/O ports.
IO0: open collector 1 by default (yellow cable: output 1)
IO1: 1-Wire port by default (green cable)
IO2: positive input 1 by default (white cable)
IO3: analog input 1 by default (blue cable)
2. Mn indicates the I/O port status. The parameter value is as follows:
0: low trigger
1: high trigger
2: analog input
4: open collector
5: low output
6: PWM output
8: 1-Wire
3. You can set one or multiple input ports simultaneously. If you want to read the command settings, send 0000,C08.
Note:
1. IO0: The parameter value of Mn is 4, 5, or 6.
2. IO1: The parameter value of Mn is 0, 4, 5, 6, or 8.
3. IO2: The parameter value of Mn is 0 or 1.
4. IO3: The parameter value of Mn is 0, 1, or 2.

Example:
SMS sending: 0000,C08
SMS reply: 353358017784062,C08,IO0:5,IO1:8,IO2:1,IO3:2
For details about SMS commands, see the MEITRACK SMS Protocol.
Note:
1. The default SMS command password is 0000. You can change the password by using Meitrack Manager or an SMS
command.
2. The device can be configured by an SMS command with a correct password. After an authorized phone number

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is set, only the authorized phone number can receive the preset SMS event report.

7 Logging In to MS03 Tracking System

Visit http://ms03.trackingmate.com, enter the user name and password, and log in to the MS03. (Purchase the login
account from your provider.)
For more information about how to add a device, see the MEITRACK MS03 GPS Tracking System User Guide (chapter 4
"Getting Started").
The MS03 platform supports the following functions:
 Track by time interval or distance.
 Query historical trips.
 Set polygonal geo-fences.
 Bind driver and vehicle information.
 View different types of reports.
 Send commands in batches.
 Support OTA updates.
For details, see the MEITRACK MS03 GPS Tracking System User Guide.

8 Device Installation

8.1 Installing the I/O Port Cable

8.1.1 Interface Definition

The I/O port cable of the device is a 6-pin cable, including the power port, analog input port, positive input port, negative
input port, output port, and 1-Wire port.

1 2 3 4 5 6
Power (+) GND (-) Input 1 (+) Output 1 Analog input 1 1-Wire port

Pin Number Cable Color Description

1 (Power +) Red Positive charge of the power input. Connect to the positive charge of the vehicle
battery. Input voltage: 11.4–90 V. 12 V or 24 V is recommended.
2 (GND) Black Ground wire. Connect to the negative charge of the vehicle battery or to the
negative terminal.

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3 (Input 1) White Digital input (positive trigger). The port can be configured as the negative trigger.
Connect to the vehicle's ACC cable by default to detect the vehicle's ACC status.
4 (Output 1) Yellow Valid: low level (0 V)
Invalid: open collector
Maximum voltage for the open collector output (invalid): 60 V
Maximum current for the low level output (valid): 500 mA
Set the PWM output (adjustable output time and pulse width).
Connect to an external relay to remotely cut off the vehicle fuel cable or engine
power supply.
5 (Analog input Blue Analog input with 12-bit resolution. Valid voltage: 0–30 V.
1) The port can be configured as negative input 2.
6 (1-Wire port) Green Connect to the iButton reader and other devices supporting the 1-Wire protocol.
The port can be configured as negative input 3 or open collector output 2.

8.1.2 Wiring

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8.2 Mounting the Device

Mount the device in the vehicle by a cable tie or 3M double-sided tape.

Note: Do not install it at a metal covered place.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email us at [email protected].

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