Trimble TrimTrac Pro

Introduction

The TrimTracTM Pro locator is a compact, light-weight asset monitoring device that requires little, if any, installation when used in its batterypowered configuration. Different hardware options allow the device to be configured to meet a variety of demanding installation and operational requirements. Motion-based reporting continues to be an important tool in minimizing power consumption and recurring communication costs.

Ready-to-Use, No Custom Programming Required

Simply insert an activated SIM card and batteries and the TrimTrac Pro is ready to start reporting position to your designated SMS or GPRS destination address. In its default configuration, reports are sent at 15-minute intervals whenever there is motion; status messages are sent once every 12 hours when the device is at rest. Upon powering up, the device will self-initialize anywhere in the world and start transmitting if an authorized GSM network is available.

Alternately, the unit can be easily re-configured to address any number of more sophisticated applications or, when used with a optional plug-in module, be connected to external power, monitor multiple inputs and control other systems or devices, such as door locks, immobilizers and remote start systems.

While a basic understanding of the different TrimTrac Pro operational states is helpful, configuring the TrimTrac Pro does not require a highly-skilled software programmer or technician.

Compact & Affordable

The TrimTrac Pro takes advantage of the near universal availability of GSM SMS text messages while also leveraging cost-effective GPRS data rate plans. Typical SMS plans offer very extensive inter-network roaming capabilities, both within a host country and internationally. SMS plans also tend to be too pricey for applications requiring more than a few reports per day. GPRS data plans, on the other hand, typically allow for lower recurring communication costs although GPRS coverage and roaming can be restricted in some areas. The TrimTrac 1.5 takes advantage of both technologies by automatically selecting GPRS wherever such service is available, while relying upon SMS text messages as backup when outside GPRS coverage. This helps minimize recurring communication costs while allowing the greatest coverage possible.

Hardware Options, Expanded Capabilities

A number of different hardware options are available to enhance the suitability of the TrimTrac Pro to particular application requirements. These options include a miniature external GPS antenna that allows for more discrete, protected installation of the TrimTrac Pro.

In addition, two plug-in modules are offered; both provide connection to external 9-32 VDC power to eliminate the need to change batteries and can monitor inputs of three different priority levels. The I/O & Power module also provides two outputs that can be used to control other on-board devices or systems, such as door locks, immobilizers and remote start systems.

To address different mounting requirements, two mounting brackets are offered. A metal bracket is available for more permanent installations while a “quick-release" style plastic bracket is used when rapid insertion and removal of the TrimTrac Pro is desired. This is particularly useful when a battery-powered TrimTrac Pro is routinely moved from one asset to another.

Enhanced Functional Capabilities

Position reporting triggered by motion continues to be an important attribute of the TrimTrac Pro; however, this basic capability is now augmented by a range of powerful new functional enhancements.

On-board Geofencing

The TrimTrac Pro supports on-board geofence enforcement. A geofence can be established during initial activation of the device, or established on-the-fly via over-the-air commands or via operation of a local switch connected to the TrimTrac Pro input module. The geo-fence can be defined to report whenever the device is inside or outside the defined area or upon it entering or exiting a geo-fence area. These capabilities allow the device to be “locked down" where needed without creating nuisance reports during normal operation.

Scheduled Hours of Operation

Establishes how the device will operate during daily hours of normal operation. During normal hours of operation, position reports may not be needed unless, for instance, a geofence has been violated. Outside normal hours of operation, however, any motion of an asset may be considered “unauthorized" and it would be desirable for the TrimTrac Pro to report this motion and its current position. Monitoring of equipment at a construction site is an application example that would use this Schedule Hours of Operation feature, possibly in conjunction with a geo-fence.

Runtime Meters (2)

Equipment maintenance schedules are often managed based upon accumulated run-time hours. The TrimTrac Pro offers two resetable runtime meters: one is triggered by motion and if a plug-in module is used, the other can be hardwired to sensor, such as an oil pressure switch.

Start/Stop Reporting Mode

This mode causes the TrimTrac 1Pro to transmit one position report upon first motion and one position report after coming to rest. There are no reports transmitted in between even though the device may be logging, but not transmitting, positions in the back ground. This provides a historical log that could be queried should the need arise while minimizing communication costs in the mean time.

Automatic Log Dump

When GSM coverage becomes available after a period of no coverage, TrimTrac can be configured to transmit messages that had been logged while there had been no GSM coverage. This feature would be used when the TrimTrac Pro is expected to come in and out of GSM coverage areas.

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