Sageplan Trackstick User Manual - page 3
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Trackstick Setup Options
Tools: Trackstick Settings
The Records Tab of the Trackstick Configuration Manager
allows you to configure your Trackstick to your specific use.
Several configurations options are available. There is a Fast
Track option which will provide large amounts of data at its 5
second report interval. There is also a normal reporting
option which may be easier to read and will allow you to
store much longer time periods in the device’s memory. This
option allows you to set the report interval anywhere
between one and fifteen minutes.
Do’s and Don’ts with your Trackstick
Do
Place your Trackstick where it will have a clear line of sight
to the sky and receive a fix from the GPS satellites.
Concealed devices may give you fewer location fixes than
devices left in the open. Sometimes a slight adjustment in
location can make a big difference in the reporting quality.
Locations that tend to provide good reporting:
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In the glove compartment
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Under the passenger seat
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Under the package shelf in the rear window
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Inside a fiberglass bumper (not metal bumper)
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On the dashboard (remove on hot, sunny days)
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In the rear window (remove on hot, sunny days)
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Locations that may reduce reporting quality:
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In the trunk (Hatchbacks/SUV’s may be OK)
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Completely underneath the vehicle
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Inside the engine compartment (extreme heat)
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In the wheel well (water spray)
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Inside buildings or garages
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In direct sunlight for extended periods (extreme heat)
Don’t
Don’t place your Trackstick over the airbag in the vehicle. If
the airbag deploys, this could cause significant injury.
Don’t block the device with metal. Trackstick Battery will
not get a satellite fix or be able to report the location when
the GPS signal is blocked by a metal obstruction.
Don’t leave Trackstick powered up when the device is inside
an enclosed structure. The device will constantly search for
GPS satellites while indoors, regardless of whether the
device is in full power or power save configuration. This will
dramatically shorten the battery life if in power save mode.
Yes, it is OK to…
Place the device inside a covering, to protect it. You may
use plastic or paper.
Attach the device with magnets, duct tape or other industrial
quality adhesive.
Things to Remember
Trackstick needs to “see” the GPS satellites in order to
report the location.
Areas that are mountainous, heavily forested, or streets with
many high rise buildings may have interference.