User Guide Modification: 10 25, 2012 Professional-grade Covert Tracker
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Table of Contents Safety Precautions DANGER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting Started Activate your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alerts Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Specifications Specifications for Dart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Dart Accessories Additional Accessories for the Dart Covert Tracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Precautions Blackline GPS takes your safety and the safety of those around you very seriously. It is important for you to be aware of the following precautions. DANGER Do not attempt to recover a stolen vehicle yourself or arrange for a third party to recover the vehicle other than your local police service. You risk endangering yourself or others around you, and/or damage to property. Do not place a Blackline GPS Product in or near an open flame or in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
Do Not: Operate Blackline GPS products outside their specified operating temperature. Consult the specifications section. Store Blackline GPS products outside their specified storage temperature. Consult the specifications section. Operate Blackline GPS products outside their specified humidity rating. Consult the specifications section. Operate Blackline GPS products in direct sunlight. Dispose of Blackline GPS products in your household trash. Seek advice from your local electronics recycling authority.
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Getting Started Activate your Device 1. Fully charge your Dart for at least 8 hours. 2. Set up your account while Dart charges by visiting: http://portal.blackline gps.com 3. Click Sign In or New Account to access your account. 4. Then navigate to Menu > Activate a Device. Dart is shipped in a low power mode. The Power/Status button is disabled. Dart must be charged to revive it from this low power mode. See Charging Dart for charging instructions. When prompted, enter the Unit ID and Activation Code.
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Overview The Blackline GPS Dart provides covert GPS tracking, location awareness and system alerting in a robust design. This guide provides information that you will find helpful to comfortably operate your Dart device and get started using your Blackline Business Portal.
Using Dart Dart Hardware Details Dart is rugged and purpose-built for covert tracking. Physical details are outlined below.
Sealing plug Magnetic mount clip receptacle Micro USB charging port Product label Power/status button Green status light Red charging light 11
Charging Dart Charging status can be determined by observing the Red Charging Light. See the section Red Charging Light for more detailed information. 1. Plug the wall charger into an electrical outlet (some outlets are controlled by a wall switch). 2. Remove the Sealing Plug from the Micro USB Charging Port on Dart. 3. Insert the Micro USB Cable Plug into the corresponding Micro USB Charging Jack on Dart ensuring the USB symbol on the cable faces the bottom of Dart. 4. Completely charge Dart for 8 hours.
When Dart is off, you are not able to remotely turn the device on. You must physically turn it back on when you wish to use it further. Green Status Light Dart features a Green Status Light with the following functions. Physical Feature Use Light flashing Indicates Dart is powered and connecting to the wireless network, or indicates Dart is turning off, if it is in the shutdown sequence. Light on Indicates Dart is powered and connected to the wireless network.
Red Charging Light Dart features a Red Charging Light with the following functions.
Installing Dart Installing Dart with Velcro® You may attach Dart to a surface using velcro fasteners: 1. Clean the mounting surface and the bottom of Dart. 2. Peel the backing from the loop portion of the Velcro® and adhere to the bottom of Dart, being careful not to cover the product label. 3. Peel the backing from the hook portion of the Velcro®. 4. Turn Dart on. 5. Attach Dart to the surface, firmly pressing into place. Prior to removing Dart, wait 24 hrs for the adhesive to cure.
Alerts Dart is configurable through your Business Portal Account to display alert and notification messages on the portal and to send messages through e-mail and SMS messaging. Alerts An alert is a message that communicates a critical event, such as device motion. 16 Alerts Explanation Motion alert Dart will send a motion alert when the device detects a motion event, defined as a sudden motion. This alert will only be sent if you have enabled the motion detector in your Business Portal Account.
Specifications Specifications for Dart Size & Weight Scheduler Size without magnetic mount: 60 mm W x 24 mm H x 116 mm L (2.36” x .94” x 4.57”) Size with magnetic mount: 60 mm W x 35 mm H x 116 mm L (2.36” x 1.38” x 4.57”) Weight without magnetic mount: 180 g (6.3 oz) Weight with magnetic mount: 261 g (9.
Dart Accessories Additional Accessories for the Dart Covert Tracker Magnetic Mount accessory allows you to utilize a powerful magnet to install your Dart. External Battery provides an additional 34,800 mAh of battery capacity to Dart. Hard Wire Kit allows you to permanently connect Dart to your vehicle’s power supply. Optional Magnetic Mount Accessory The optional Magnetic Mount can be obtained as an accessory to Dart. Use caution when handling the magnet to prevent personal or property damage.
Removing Dart from the Magnetic Mount Accessory To remove Dart from the Magnetic Mount, use a screwdriver to remove the two screws and slide Dart off from the Magnetic Mount. Mounting Dart and the Magnetic Mount The Magnetic Mount accessory is a versatile removable mount that contains a pre-installed rare earth magnet providing 120 lbs of mounting force. The mounting surface must be a flat metallic ferrous surface.
Dart Care Considerations Regarding Use and Storage of Dart Dart meets IP65 ingress protection ensuring that under normal operation no dirt or water can enter the device. Storage temperature range of: -30 to 75° C (-22 to 167° F). Operating temperature range of: -20 to 55° C (-4 to 131° F). Charging temperature: -20 to 45° C (-4 to 113° F). More details can be found in the specifications section.
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