PRODUCT MANUAL

GPS-GSM-Tracker
GT-170 / GT-280

GPS-GSM-Tracker
GT-170 / GT-280

Http://simvalley.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Your New GPS-Tracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Important Instructions Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Product details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Preparation and required accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Overview of the functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Core functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Emergency Call function (only GT-280). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
GPS and GSM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Command Code, Guardian Phone and password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Inserting the SIM Card and Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Charging the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Device Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Determining the location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Calling for the location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
SMS reply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Tracking, Geofencing and other functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Command Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

YOUR NEW GPS-TRACKER

Thank you for purchasing your new Simvalley GPS-GSM Tracker. With
the SimValley tracker, youre always informed without ever being there.
Thanks to an SMS text message with the position coordinates and a link
to Google Maps, you will know where the tracker is within a few meters.
If no GPS signal is available, the tracker uses the GSM mobile network to
determine its position, even in buildings!
Please read the manual and follow the listed instructions to ensure
optimal use of the tracker.

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Dear Valued Customer,

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Whats Included
GPS-GSM-Tracker
Power Supply (120V and 5V USB)
Charging Cable
Battery (700 mAh)
Software-CD
Product Manual
You will also need a GSM mobile phone SIM Card (e.g. a prepaid card)
Product Variations
GT-170: GPS-GSM tracker with SMS location & Geofencing
GT-380: GPS-GSM tracker with SMS location, Geofencing and SOS
emergency features
REFERENCE:
This document is a quick guideline on the first steps you should
take for basic operation. The supplied software CD includes a
complete manual.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING

This manual provides you with the necessary operating instructions

for this product. Be sure to keep this manual in a safe place, so you
can access it at any time.
This product includes a 2 year limited warranty on the perceived
performance for normal use. Please note the terms and conditions!
Only use the product in its intended manner. Any other use may
cause permanent damage.
Any rebuilding or modification of the product will affect product
safety and may result in injury.
Never open the product arbitrarily, unless to insert the SIM card and
battery. Never attempt to repair the GPS device yourself.
Handle the product carefully. It can be damaged if dropped from
either high or low distances.
Keep the product away from moisture and extreme heat
Never fully immerse the product in water or other liquids

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Safety Instructions & Warranty

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ATTENTION: We are not liable for consequential loss from

the mishandling of this product

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When the product reaches the end of its life, please bring in all electronics to the proper electronic waste recycling in your local community.
This will prevent the possibility of harmful effects on humans and the
environment, which can result from the mishandling of products at the
end of their lifespan. The improper disposal of electronic equipment
from the consumer may be subject to fines. Please consult the local
authorities for your designated location.

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Disposal of Electronic Equipment

Your new product was designed with great care and made with high
quality components. Nevertheless, one day, the product will need to
be disposed of in the proper manner. The symbol of the crossed out bin
indicates that your product must be disposed of separately from normal
household waste.

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Declaration of Conformity
Pearl Agency GmbH, hereby declares that the GT-170 and GT-280 GPS
trackers conform with the essential requirements and guidelines.

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PEARL Agency GmbH

PEARL-Str. 1-3
79426 Buggingen
Deutschland
26.07.2011
The full declaration of conformity can be found at www.pearl.de. Click
on the left side on the Support Link (FAQS, Driver & Co.). Then enter the
article number in the search field.

Product Details
1. Status-LED
2. Microphone*
3. ON/OFF Button
4. Charging Port
5. Emergency Call Button*

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BASICS

(* Only GT-280)
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Preparation and Accessories Required

You will need either a contract or prepaid SIM card to use inside of the
GPS Tracker in order for it to send a text message with the location data
and other necessary information to your mobile phone. Virtually all SIM
Card service providers are compatible. Although the tracker will accept
contract SIM card service, prepaid SIM cards are recommended.

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The SIM card cannot have the mailbox feature setup and the PIN
lock must be disabled. If mailbox and PIN-lock is activated, you must
remove both. Insert the SIM card into the mobile phone and follow the
instructions provided by your phone and service provider to disable the
mailbox and/or PIN-lock.

Core Functions
The Tracker has three core functions:
Location:

On request by sending a mobile phone an SMS message with its

current position data, including a link to Google Maps.

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Overview of the Function

This device is a GPS-GSM Tracker which can be triggered by a SMS text
message via your mobile phone. You can send an SMS text message
with a specific command code to the phone number used in the tracker,
to control its functions. Responses of the tracker can also be obtained
via SMS text message. For example, you will receive a text message
containing the current coordinates and a link to Google Maps, so you
can easily find the position from either your Smartphone or a computer.

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Tracking:
Upon request via SMS to periodically send the GPS Trackers position
automatically. You may specify the period yourself (e.g. you can
have the tracker send you its position every 5 minutes)
Geofencing:
If you activate the geofencing function, you can specify a radius
(fence) around the current position of the tracker. Once the tracker
exceeds your set radius, it will immediately send you a message

Emergency Call Function (only GT-280)

The SimVallley GT-280 Tracker also has an emergency call function. In
an emergency, you can send up to three saved numbers by pressing the
emergency button.

Instruction Code and Phone Guardian Password

To control the tracker, you can send SMS messages that contain a
specific command code. These short messages must come from a
particular phone number, called Phone Guardian, which you will set
beforehand. The tracker will ignore messages sent from another mobile
phone. (Exceptions are described in the relevant sections)
The command code sent consist of a sequence of numbers and
characters as well as a password a 4 digit number code that you can
also specify during setup.

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GPS and GSM

The tracker uses GPS satellites (Global Positioning System) for precise
determination of its position. Under certain circumstances, for example;
in buildings, the tracker may not be able to receive a sufficient GPS signal.
In this case, it will use the GSM mobile phone network to determine its
position. Since the positioning by GSM is less precise than using GPS, it
will only be used when GPS signal is not available.

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Inserting the SIM card and Battery

1. Loosen the tracker from the protective yellow rubber cover. Remove
the 4 screws on the backside with a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Open the case. If necessary, use a screwdriver to pry the casing carefully. Do not apply too much force or you may damage the housing.
If the keys are loose here, see Step 5 (below).
3. Slide a SIM card into the slot. The gold contacts of the SIM card must
touch each of the contacts on the card slot.
4. Insert the battery. Note: Insure the battery contacts line up with the
points on the housing
5. If both buttons are loose, put it back into the recesses. Make sure the
emergency call button (on the GT-280 or the black button on the
GT-170) and the on/off button do not change.
6. Reconnect the housing and tighten the screws back in place. Then
slip on the protective cover.

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Charging the Battery

Connect the charging cable to the charging port on the tracker and
connect the cable to an available USB port on your computer or the
USB AC adapter. The LED will turn on to indicate that the tracker is
connected. Once the charge is complete, the LED will turn off, indicating
a complete charge.
NOTE:
The AC adapter charges the battery faster than the USB charger

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Turning On and Off

Press and hold the On/Off button for a few seconds to turn on the GPS
tracker. Hold the button down again for a few seconds to switch the
tracker offer.

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Setup and Settings

Guardian Phone
The Guardian Phone is the mobile phone from which the control
signals are sent to the tracker and receive the SMS messages. To
establish the guardian phone, send an SMS message with the
content to the trackers number (the number of the SIM card you
inserted into the tracker):
*#188#0000#+1XXXXXXXXXX#
If you have set a 4 digit password, replace it with 0000. In the meantime, you must use 0000 if you have no changed it. The XXX stands
for the desired phone number. Make sure the correct area code/
country code, instead of the prefix 0.

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*#188#3333#+14081234567#

Password
The password is a 4 digit number combination that you send with
each command. The factory default password is 0000 (4 zeros). You
should change your password directly from the primary settings.
Select a random combination of number.

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EXAMPLE:
Suppose you have the password changed to 3333 and
want the phone with the number 1-408-123-4567 setup as
a Guardian Phone. The command would be:

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ATTENTION!
Keep the 4 digit password in a safe place to refer to incase
you ever forget your password

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To create a new password, send an SMS to the tracker with the

following contents:
*#088#0000#BBBB#

0000 stands for the old password for the new BBBB

Date and Time

The current date and current time is also a set with an SMS. To do
this, send the following SMS to the tracker:
*#55#0000#JJJJ-MM-TT#hh:mm:ss#
0000 stands for your password, YYYY for the year, MM for the
month, DD for the day, hh for the hour, mm for the minute, ss for the
second

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DETERMINING THE LOCATION

Calling for the Location

The command code for the determination of the position is:
*#88#0000#
0000 stands for the 4 digit password

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With the positioning function, you can request the current location of
the tracker. Please send an SMS message with the command code and
you will receive an SMS reply with the current position of the tracker

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SMS Reply
In response, you will receive an SMS message with the following data.

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Lat:
Lon:
Date:
Time:

The current Latitude

The current Longitude
The current date
The current time

A link from Google Maps is also included

NOTE:
If no GPS signal is available, the tracker sends the last recorded GPS
coordinates and information in addition to GSM positioning. Use
the supplied software to determine the location via GSM.

TRACKING, GEOFENCING AND MORE FEATURES

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For additional notes on Tracking, Geofencing, the emergency call function of the GT-280 and additional functions, see the complete manual on
the bundled CD.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW

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NOTE:
To quickly recall the command codes, save them as an SMS
template on your mobile phone

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Caution:
Instead of AAA, you must always use the self-chosen password!

Funktion

Befehlscode

Location

*#88#0000#

Activate
Tracking

*#11#0000#y#

Deactivate
Tracking

*#011#0000#

Activate
Geofencing

*#77#0000#x#y#

Deactivate
Geofencing

*#077#0000#

Anmerkungen

y = Interval in minutes

x = Radius in km (0.1,
0.5, 1.5)
y = Interval in minutes

Befehlscode

Anmerkungen
y = Wakeup interval
in hours

Deactivate
Sleep Mode

*#044#0000#

Activate SMS
to Email

*#46#0000#YYYY#ZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ#

Deactivate
SMS to Email

*#046#0000#

Retrieve
Status

*#22#0000#

GPS Status
Check

*#45#0000#

Guardian
Phone Set

*#188#0000#+1XXXXXXXX#

XXXXXXXX = Phone
Number

Password Set

*#088#x#y#

x = current password
(4-digit)
y = new password
(4-digit)

YYYY = ProviderNumber
ZZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ =
E-mail address

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Funktion

Activate Sleep
*#44#0000#y#
Mode

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Funktion

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Befehlscode

Anmerkungen

Date/ Time
Set

*#55#0000#JJJJ-MM-TT#hh:mm:ss

JJJJ = Year
MM = Month
TT = Day
hh = Hours
mm = Minutes
ss = Seconds

Add contacts
to SOS (only
GT-280)

*#288#0000#+1xxx#+1yyy#+1zzz#

xxx, yyy, zzz = Phone

Number. Leave blank
to delete number

SOS Contact
Status (only
GT-280)

*#277#0000#

Call back (only

*#66#0000#
GT-280)

INSTRUCTIONS

GPS-GSM TRACKER
GT-170 / GT-280

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Your new GPS Tracker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Variants. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Important Instructions Before Starting. . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information regarding the recycling of electrical
equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compliance Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3
3

Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparation and accessories required. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Location : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tracking : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Geofencing : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency function (only GT-280) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GPS and GSM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Command Code, Guardian Phone and Password. . .
Insert the SIM card and battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LED status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuration and parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guardian Phone (phone guardian). . . . . . . . . . . .
Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Date & Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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5
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6
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8

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The Tracking Software Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GPS location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Location via the mobile network (GSM). . . . . . . . . . . .

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Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
View position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Answer SMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enable tracking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Answer SMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disable tracking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Geofencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Activate Geofencing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Answer SMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Deactivate Geofencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Other Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SMS to e-mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SMS gateway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SMS to activate the e-mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disable SMS to e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Standby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Turn on sleep mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SMS Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Disable sleep mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SMS Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Check the GPS Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Command Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SMS response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Emergency function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Save and delete emergency contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Emergency call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Automatic redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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YOUR NEW GPS TRACKER

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING

Dear Valued Customer,

Safety Instructions
This manual provides you with the necessary operating instructions for this
product. Be sure to keep this manual in a safe place, so you can access it at any
time.
This product includes a 2 year limited warranty on the perceived performance for
normal use. Please note the terms and conditions!
Only use the product in its intended manner. Any other use may cause
permanent damage.
Any rebuilding or modification of the product will affect product safety and may
result in injury.
Never open the product arbitrarily, unless to insert the SIM card and battery.
Never attempt to repair the GPS device yourself.
Handle the product carefully. It can be damaged if dropped from either high or
low distances.
Keep the product away from moisture and extreme heat.
Never fully immerse the product in water or other liquids

Thank you for purchasing your new SimValley GPS-GSM Tracker. With
the SimValley tracker, youre always informed without ever being there.
Thanks to an SMS text message with the position coordinates and a link
to Google Maps, you will know where the tracker is within a few meters.
If no GPS signal is available, the tracker uses the GSM mobile network to
determine its position, even in buildings!
Please read the manual and follow the listed instructions to ensure
optimal use of the tracker.
Whats Included:
GPS-GSM Tracker
Power Supply (120V and 5V USB)
Charging Cable
Battery (700 mAh)
Product Manual
You will also need a GSM mobile phone SIM Card (e.g. a prepaid card)

ATTENTION: We are not liable for consequential loss from the mishandling
of this product

Product Variations
GT-170: GPS-GSM tracker with SMS location & Geofencing
GT-380: GPS-GSM tracker with SMS location, Geofencing and SOS
emergency features

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Disposal of Electronic Equipment

Your new product was designed with great care and made with high
quality components. Nevertheless, one day, the product will need to
be disposed of in the proper manner. The symbol of the crossed out bin
indicates that your product must be disposed of separately from normal
household waste.
When the product reaches the end of its life, please bring in all electronics
to the proper electronic waste recycling in your local community.
This will prevent the possibility of harmful effects on humans and the
environment, which can result from the mishandling of products at the
end of their lifespan. The improper disposal of electronic equipment
from the consumer may be subject to fines. Please consult the local
authorities for your designated location.
Declaration of Conformity
Pearl Agency GmbH, hereby declares that the GT-170 and GT-280 GPS
trackers conform with the essential requirements and guidelines.
PEARL DIFFUSION Sarl
PEARL-Str. 1-3
79426 Buggingen
Allemagne
26.07.2011
The full declaration of conformity can be found at www.pearl.de. Click
on the left side on the Support Link (FAQS, Driver & Co.). Then enter the
article number in the search field.

BASICS
Product Details
1. Status-LED
2. Microphone (Only GT-280)
3. ON/OFF Button
4. Charging Port
5. Emergency Call Button (Only GT-280)

Preparation and Accessories Required

You will need either a contract or prepaid SIM card to use inside of the
GPS Tracker in order for it to send a text message with the location data
and other necessary information to your mobile phone. Virtually all SIM
Card service providers are compatible. Although the tracker will accept
contract SIM card service, prepaid SIM cards are recommended.
The SIM card cannot have the mailbox feature setup and the PIN
lock must be disabled. If mailbox and PIN-lock is activated, you must
remove both. Insert the SIM card into the mobile phone and follow the
instructions provided by your phone and service provider to disable the
mailbox and/or PIN-lock.

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Overview of the Function

This device is a GPS-GSM Tracker which can be triggered by a SMS text
message via your mobile phone. You can send an SMS text message
with a specific command code to the phone number used in the tracker,
to control its functions. Responses of the tracker can also be obtained
via SMS text message. For example, you will receive a text message
containing the current coordinates and a link to Google Maps, so you
can easily find the position from either your Smartphone or a computer.
Core Functions
The Tracker has three core functions:

Location:
On request by sending a mobile phone an SMS message with its
current position data, including a link to Google Maps.

Tracking:
Upon request via SMS to periodically send the GPS Trackers position
automatically. You may specify the period yourself (e.g. you can
have the tracker send you its position every 5 minutes).

Geofencing :
If you activate the geofencing function, you can specify a radius
(fence) around the current position of the tracker. Once the tracker
exceeds your set radius, it will immediately send you a message.

GPS and GSM

The tracker uses GPS satellites (Global Positioning System) for precise
determination of its position. Under certain circumstances, for example;
in buildings, the tracker may not be able to receive a sufficient GPS signal.
In this case, it will use the GSM mobile phone network to determine its
position. Since the positioning by GSM is less precise than using GPS, it
will only be used when GPS signal is not available.
Instruction Code and Phone Guardian Password
To control the tracker, you can send SMS messages that contain a
specific command code. These short messages must come from a
particular phone number, called Phone Guardian, which you will set
beforehand. The tracker will ignore messages sent from another mobile
phone. (Exceptions are described in the relevant sections)
The command code sent consist of a sequence of numbers and
characters as well as a password a 4 digit number code that you can
also specify during setup.
ATTENTION !
Please keep the code in a safe place and do not forget under any
circumstances.

Emergency Call Function (only GT-280)

The SimVallley GT-280 Tracker also has an emergency call function. In
an emergency, you can send up to three saved numbers by pressing the
emergency button.

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EXAMPLE :
To find the position, send an SMS message containing a star and pound
symbol(#), series of numbers (88), another pound (#), the password (4 zeros
by default, 0000) and the last pound (#):
*#88#0000#
Error.

If you send the wrong order code, you will receive an SMS with the message:

Inserting the SIM card and Battery

1. Loosen the tracker from the protective yellow rubber cover. Remove the 4 screws
on the backside with a small Phillips screwdriver.
2. Open the case. If necessary, use a screwdriver to pry the casing carefully. Do not
apply too much force or you may damage the housing. If the keys are loose here,
see Step 5 (below).
3. Slide a SIM card into the slot. The gold contacts of the SIM card must touch each
of the contacts on the card slot.

4. Insert the battery. Note: Insure the battery contacts line up with the points on the
housing
5. If both buttons are loose, put it back into the recesses. Make sure the emergency
call button (on the GT-280 or the black button on the GT-170) and the on/off
button do not change.
6. Reconnect the housing and tighten the screws back in place. Then slip on the
protective cover.
Charging the Battery
Connect the charging cable to the charging port on the tracker and
connect the cable to an available USB port on your computer or the
USB AC adapter. The LED will turn on to indicate that the tracker is
connected. Once the charge is complete, the LED will turn off, indicating
a complete charge.
Turning On and Off
Press and hold the On/Off button for a few seconds to turn on the GPS
tracker. Hold the button down again for a few seconds to switch the
tracker offer.
LED Status
Function
The tracker is being charged
Charging is complete
Turn on or off the tracker
Function test (quickly press the on/off
button to see if the tracker is turned
on)

LED Indication
Constant red light
Constant blue light
Constant blue/red light
Green light flashes once

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Setup and Settings

Guardian Phone
The Guardian Phone is the mobile phone from which the control
signals are sent to the tracker and receive the SMS messages. To
establish the guardian phone, send an SMS message with the
content to the trackers number (the number of the SIM card you
inserted into the tracker):
*#188#0000#+1XXXXXXXXXX#
If you have set a 4 digit password, replace it with 0000. In the meantime,
you must use 0000 if you have no changed it. The XXX stands
for the desired phone number. Make sure the correct area code/
country code, instead of the prefix 0.
EXAMPLE :
Suppose you have the password changed to 3333 and want the phone
with the number 408-123-4567 setup as a Guardian Phone. The
command would be:
*#188#3333#+14081234567#
If the configuration was successful, you will get an SMS message containing the
Phone Guardian = OK.

Password
The password is a 4 digit number combination that you send with
each command. The factory default password is 0000 (4 zeros). You
should change your password directly from the primary settings.
Select a random combination of number.
ATTENTION !
Keep the 4 digit password in a safe place
To create a new password, send an SMS to the tracker with the
following contents:
*#088#0000#BBBB#
0000 stands for the old password for the new BBBB
EXAMPLE :
To change the password by default 0000 3333, send the following order:
*#088#0000#3333#
If the password change was successful, you will receive a message containing the
message Password = OK, otherwise you will receive an error message.

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Date and Time

The current date and current time is also a set with an SMS. To do
this, send the following SMS to the tracker:
*#55#0000#YYYY-MM-DD#hh:mm:ss#
0000 stands for your password, YYYY for the year, MM for the
month, DD for the day, hh for the hour, mm for the minute, ss for the
seconds
EXAMPLE :
To determine the date 24.12.2012 as 13 seconds and 3:37 p.m. ET as the
time with the password 3333, send the following SMS
*#55#3333#2012-12-24#15:37:13#

If the configuration was successful, you will receive a message containing the current
date and time.

THE TRACKING SOFTWARE TOOL

On the CD-ROM is a software that lets you enter the coordinates received via SMS or mobile
phone network and thus determine the position of the tracker
NOTE :
You will need a computer with internet access.
Insert the CD into your computer and open it via My Computer (Windows XP)
or Computer (Windows Vista / 7). Double click the file tracingtool.exe to run the
software.
NOTE :
The software can be started directly from the CD. No installation required.
User Interface
Use these fields to determine
the position via GPS
coordinates.
Use these fields to determine
the position information via
the mobile network.

Press HELP to get access to the

help menu

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GPS Location
1. Enter the position data you received via SMS in the fields of the left column. First
choose N or S (for North / South) or W or E (West / East).
Then enter the coordinates into the fields in degrees / minutes / seconds. In
the last field (seconds), separate numbers by a decimal point (eg 13.61 to 13.61
seconds).
2. If you want to add more items, press [+].
3. Click [GO] to indicate the position.

MNC : means Mobile Network Code, which depends on your mobile service provider.

Location via the mobile network (GSM)

If no GPS signal is available, you will receive an SMS containing a GPS plotter code this
is the code LAC and Cell ID, eg 72098AC6.

If you want to add more items, press [+].

AT&T :
T-Mobile :

090, 150, 380, 560

026, 490, 260

The full list of MNC codes is available on the Wikipedia page Mobile Network Code.
You can also request the code MNC from your ISP.

Click [GO] to indicate the position.

LAC : means Local Area Code. Enter here the first digit of the code received by SMS, eg
7209.
Cell ID : Enter the last digits of the code received by SMS, eg 8AC6.
MCC : Mobile Country Code means a code of recognition for the identification of a
mobile network.
Germany : 262
Austria :
232
Switzerland :228
France :
208
U.S. : 310-316
The full list of codes is available on the English Wikipedia Mobile Network Code.

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DETERMINING THE LOCATION

EXAMPLE :
If you request the location on 12-24-2012 at 15:37 and 13 seconds and the
trackers position is N47 5113, 61/ E7 375, 85, you will receive an SMS
containing the following information :

With the positioning function, you can request the current location of
the tracker. Please send an SMS message with the command code and
you will receive an SMS reply with the current position of the tracker.

Position:
Lat: N475113,61
Lon: E7375,85
Date: 2012-12-24
Time: 15:37:13
http://maps.google.de/maps?q=47.85983,7.63776

Displaying the position

The command code for determining of the position is:
*#88#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 stands for the 4 digit password

NOTE :
If no GPS signal is available, the tracker will send the latest GPS coordinates as
well as information on the location via the mobile network. Use the supplied
software to determine the position via the mobile network (see page 8).

SMS Response
In response, you will receive an SMS message with the following data.
Lat :
Lon:
Date:
Time:

The current Latitude

The current Longitude
The current date
The current time

The text also contains a link to Google Maps that you can enter in your Smartphone or
in a web browser to display the location on a map.

EXAMPLE :
So soon after the quoted text above plus any GPS signal is available,
you will receive the following SMS :
Position:72098AC6
Date:2012-12-24
Time:15:53:24
Lat:N475113,61
Lon:E7375,85
http://maps.google.de/maps?q=47.85983,7.63776
Date:2012-12-24
Time:15:37:13

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The code 72098AC6 is an indication for the location via the mobile network. The latest
coordinates indicate the last known GPS position and time of the last GPS location.

TRACKING
The tracing function allows you to set up an automatic location and interval. For
example you can request that the tracker sends its position every 5 minutes via SMS.
Enable Tracking
The command code to enable tracking is :
*#11#0000#y#
0000 is the password you configured, y is the time in minutes between the two
locations. For example, if you enter 10 in place of y, the tracker sends you its position
every 10 minutes.
SMS Response
The response of the tracker in trace mode is identical to the response of a single
location (see page 10).
Disable Tracking
The command code for disabling the tracking function is:
*#011#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 is the 4-digit password you configured.
You will receive an SMS response containing the following message : Scan = off.

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GEOFENCING
Geofencing is a feature that allows you to set a radius(fence) for the tracker. Once the
tracker leaves the set radius, it will send you an SMS notificaiton. For example, you
would be informed if your car was stolen and left the parking space. You can only
determine the radius around the current position of the tracker. Then activate the
Geofencing function once you have parked your car.
NOTE :
The Geofencing function requires a very precise location. This feature is not
available if the tracker does not receive any GPS signal. In this case, you will
receive an SMS containing the message: GPS function IS not available, Will try
again later (GPS function is not available, will try again in a moment). The tracker
continues to look for a GPS signal and then activates the Geofencing function
upon receiving GPS signals.
Enable Geofencing
To enable Geofencing, send the following SMS:
*#77#0000#x#y#
0000 represents the password you configured, x is the radius in kilometers before the
tracker notifies you and y is the number of minutes that must pass before the tracker
rechecks the position. You can also specify the radius in increments of 100 meters
through a point between decimals (example: 1.3 = 1300m).

EXAMPLE :
You have set the password to 3333 and you wish to be informed as soon as
your dog moves more than 500 feet from your property. The tracker must
check the position every 30 minutes. Send the following SMS to the tracker:
*#77#3333#0.5#30#
SMS Response
You will get an SMS as soon as the tracker leaves the defined radius, :.
NOTE :
When the tracker re-enters the defined radius, you do not receive an SMS
notification. However, you will receive an SMS when the tracker leaves the radius
again.
Disable Geofencing
The command code for deactivating Geofencing is:
*#077#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 represents the password you configured.
You will receive an SMS response containing the message: Radius = off.

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EMERGENCY FUNCTION
NOTE :
This section applies only to the GT-280. The GT-170 does not have the emergency
function.
The GT-280 has a function for sending an SMS to up to three emergency phone
numbers at the touch of a button. This SMS contains the data of the current position
of the tracker including a link that allows recipients of emergency text messages to
know immediately where the sender is at the time of emergency.
The owner of Guardian Phone can also enable the tracker to make a call on the
Guardian Phone for a communication to be established.
Save and delete emergency contacts
Before an emergency message is sent, you must set up to three emergency contacts
numbers which will be sent a text message after sending the emergency message.
To set the SMS contacts, send an SMS with the following content to the number of
tracker:
*#288#0000#+1XXX#+1YYY#+1ZZZ#
Enter your password in place of 0000. XXX, YYY and ZZZ refer to the numbers of
recipients of emergency text messages. Be sure to note the country code in front of
the number (+1 for United States)
If do not enter a number in a particular slot, it will leave the slot open or delete the
number that was previously saved in that slot.

EXAMPLE :
Lets say your new password is 3333 and you want to use the numbers
408-123-4567 and 408-765-4321 as emergency contacts and you leave the
third slot open. The order code would be:
*#288#3333#+14081234567#+14087654321##
Emergency Call
To report an emergency, the owner of the GT-280 must hold the Emergency button
for several seconds. A text message containing the current position and the SOS
message will immediately be sent to registered emergency contacts.
The content of an emergency SMS is the data contained in an SMS location. See the
relevant paragraph from page 10 for more information.
Automatic Redial
In an emergency, the owner of the Phone Guardian can send a command code to the
GPS tracker so that it calls the Phone Guardian to establish communication using the
trackers speaker and microphone.
The command code for initiating automatic callback is :
*#66#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 represents the password you configured.
Once the tracker sends the command code for callback, it calls the Phone Guardian
and automatically establishes communication.

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OTHER FEATURES

EXAMPLE :
Lets say your new password is 3333 and you want to activate the SMS to
E-mail with the E-mail address simvalley@gmail.com. The SMS to the tracker
would be :

SMS to E-mail
You can set the GPS tracker so that SMS is not only sent to the Phone Guardian, but
also an e-mail address of your choice. If you do not have a smartphone with internet
access and you can not use the link in Google Maps, SMS, this option can be very
useful.
ATTENTION :
Sending an SMS message may have additional charges. Check with your
service provider for the corresponding rates

SMS Gateway
To enable SMS to E-mail, you will need the number of your SMS gateway from
your service provider. It is a specific number that the provider uses to transmit
messages to E-mail addresses or vice versa. Ask your service provider for the SMS
gateway phone number.
Enable SMS to E-mail
To enable SMS to E-mail, send an SMS with the following content to the number
of the tracker:

*#46#3333#YYYY#simvalley@gmail.com#
As mentioned, YYY Y is the SMS gateway number.

Disable SMS to E-mail

The command code for disabling SMS to E-mail is :
*#046#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 is your set password
You will receive an SMS response containing the message: E-Mail = off.

*#46#0000#YYYY#ZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ#
Enter your password in place of 0000. YYYY is the number of your SMS gateway,
ZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ is the E-mail address you want it sent to. You will receive an SMS
with the SMS gateway number and registered E-mail address.

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Sleep Mode
You can set the tracker in Sleep Mode. In Sleep Mode, the tracker turns off the GPS
and GSM to save energy and increase battery life. For example, if you want to check
the position of a car or body only once a day instead of every 10 minutes, its best to
activate the sleep mode to save battery power. You can still send command codes to
the tracker, but it will not read the command until the tracker is activated again.
NOTE :
Sleep Mode is particularly useful with the Geofencing function; when you check
of the position of the tracker less often. For example, activate Geofencing and
Sleep Mode with an interval of 24 hours. The tracker is then activated every 24
hours, checks its position, sends you an SMS if its outside of the defined radius
during this time interval and then it will go back into Sleep Mode.
ATTENTION !
If sleep mode is activated, the tracker will receive no further control
commands, and therefore no provision for manual position or to disable the
sleep mode. You must wait until the interval has elapsed once more, before
the text message arrives. A premature deactivation of the Sleep mode is
only possible by restarting the tracker manually with on / off button.

Turn on Sleep Mode

To activate the Sleep Mode, send the following SMS:
*#44#0000#y#
0000 is your set password, including the interval in hours after which the tracker
is activated again. You will receive an SMS telling you the interval.

SMS response
If you activate sleep mode, you will receive a message containing: Wakeup Hour =
y (y is the wake up hour interval)

Disable Sleep Mode

To turn off standby mode, send the following SMS:
*#044#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 is your set password.
You will receive an SMS response containing the message: Sleep = off.

(2)Status of the Tracker

You can view the current status of the tracker to obtain information about the battery
status, Geofencing function, in Sleep Mode and tracking.
(3)Command Code
To view the status of the tracker, send the following SMS:
*#22#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 is your set password.

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SMS response
You will receive an SMS response containing the message:

Check the GPS status

In addition to the general condition, you can check if the tracker rececieves GPS signal

Settings:
Battery = XX %
Radius = X km / X min / off
Scan = on / off
Sleep = X h / off
Guardian phone: +1XXXXXXXXXXX

*#45#0000#
ATTENTION :
0000 is your set password.

Battery means the level of battery charge, Radius means Geofencing function
(including the number of miles and minutes)
EXAMPLE :
If the battery in your tracker is 50% of its capacity, the Geofencing
function is defined with a radius of 500 meters and an interval of 30
minutes, the tracking and standby are turned off and the number of the
Guardian Phone is 408-123-4567, you will receive the following SMS:

Command Code
Did you mean: Pour afficher de statut GPS, envoyer le SMS suivant :
To display GPS status, send the following SMS:

SMS response
You will receive an SMS response containing the message: GPS = on, if the GPS
tracker receives GPS signals or GPS = off, if it does not receive signal.

Settings:
Battery = 50 %
Radius = 0.5 km / 30 min
Scan = off
Sleep = off
Guardian phone: +14081234567
NOTE :
The status display is available from any phone, not just from the Guardian
Phone.

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COMMAND OVERVIEW

Set Guardian Phone *#188#0000#+1XXXXXXXX#

NOTE :
To quickly recall the command codes, save them as an SMS
TEMPLATE on your mobile phone
ATTENTION :
Instead of 0000, you must always use the self-chosen password!
Fonction
Location
Activate Tracking
Deactivate Tracking

Code de commande
*#88#0000#
*#11#0000#y#
*#011#0000#

Activate Geofencing *#77#0000#x#y#

Deactivate
Geofencing

Activate SMS to
E-mail
Deactivate SMS to
E-mail
Retrieve Status
GPS Status Check

y = interval in minutes
x = radius in km (0.1,
0.5, 1.5)
y = interval in minutes

*#077#0000#

Activate Sleep Mode *#44#0000#y#

Deactivate Sleep
Mode

Commentaires

y = Wakeup Interval in
hours

Set Password

*#088#x#y#

Date/ Time
Set

*#55#0000#YYYY-MM-DD#hh:mm:ss

Add contacts
to SOS (only
GT-280)
SOS Contact
Status (only
GT-280)
Call back (only
GT-280)

*#288#0000#+1xxx#+1yyy#+1zzz#

XXXXXXXX = Phone
Number
x = current password
(4-digit)
y = new password
(4-digit)
YYYY = Year
MM = Month
DD = Day
hh = Hours
mm = Minutes
ss = Seconds
xxx, yyy, zzz = Phone
Number. Leave blank
to delete number

*#277#0000#
*#66#0000#

*#044#0000#
*#46#0000#YYYY#ZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ#

YYYY = Provider
Number
ZZZZ@ZZZZ.ZZ =
E-mail address

*#046#0000#
*#22#0000#
*#45#0000#

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