GPS combined with
the GSM communication network
GSMGPS consists of the mobile equipment necessary to build an
Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) project. GSMGPS is based on a standard GSM modem
combined with a Global Position System (GPS) receiver. The GSMGPS unit includes
many features that are necessary for an advanced AVL system, or it can be used as
a GPS tracking system where the user wants to follow and track vehicles equipped
with the GSMGPS unit.
GSMGPS features:
- Communications
can be either with GSM data call or SMS. Many customers prefer to use
SMS, but it is a free choice.
- Positions
can be requested either as a single position or continuous positions, as long as
there is a connection with the unit. The positions are returned in a
standard NMEA format.
- Historical
recording of up to 2.500 positions are stored in the GSMGPS. The recording
is based on time and/or speed. GSMGPS
can be configured
to record only
if the vehicle is moving.
- The
STOP function is implemented for the GSMGPS to report if the vehicle stops
and report again when it starts to move again.
- The
Waypoint function is defined to create alarms, if and when a vehicle is entering
or leaving a waypoint area. It is possible to combine the waypoint with one
or more of the digital alarms. As an example, if the door sensor is activated
in one of the waypoints no alarm is sent. If the door sensor opens outside a
waypoint area then an alarm will be sent. 250 active
waypoints can be entered into the system.
- GSMGPS
supports 4 digital IO points. The IO points can be connected to external
sensors for added security. Install an alarm button in the vehicle. When the
driver pushes the button, then an alarm will be sent with vehicle description,
description of the alarm point activated and the position.
- One-way
voice communication is possible with the alarm function. If a microphone is
connected to the GSMGPS and the alarm is activated, then the sounds and conversation in the
vehicle can be
listened in on. During this activation, the
position is sent every 15 seconds as an SMS.
- GSMGPS
can send periodic position reports, either as
SMS or GSM data call. The position is sent based on the vehicle's speed
and time or a combination of both.
- An
SMS can be sent at any time to the vehicle requesting a position to be returned as
another SMS.
GSMGPS firmware has been developed by Scan Project Solutions
and is sold as licensed firmware with GSMGPS units that are shipped by SPS.
The firmware can be updated locally when a new release becomes available.
GSMGPS can be used on the standard GSM900/1800
network. GSMGPS can also be ordered with support for the PC 1900 network which
is used in the USA, Canada,
and
several countries in South America.
For
mapping software, SPS suggests using the Fugawi Tracker combined with SPSCOM.
Klick on the Fugawi logo to find out more:
Another option would be to use the mapping software GPSS from Sunnighill in
the UK.
GPSS
GPSS is low cost PC GPS tracking software for both in car navigation and
remote tracking over a variety of communications bearers including GSM. It has
been used with Falcom units supplied by Scan Project
Solutions for many years. The web site and "free" GPSS CD include
mapping for 148 countries, and for the USA this includes street level detail
over the whole USA. You may download and test GPSS at no cost. Demonstration
or Delivery requires a licence.
Technical hardware description of
GSMGPS
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The Global Position
System (GPS) behind the
GSMGPS
The
GSM modem has a built-in 12 channel state of the art GPS receiver. All
standard GPS functions are supported. The GSMGPS firmware uses a simple
protocol to communicate with the GPS via the GSM modem.
For
more technical detailed information about the different functions in
GSMGPS download the manual at:
GSMGPS
Programming manual
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GSM
and GPS antenna
For
GSMGPS to work properly, it must be connected to both a GSM and GPS antenna.
The standard GSMGPS package is delivered with a combination GSM/GPS
antenna.
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GSM/GPS Antenna
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The
GSM unit behind the GSMGPS solution
FALCOM A2D-3 JP3 with a built-in
GPS
The
FALCOM A2D-3 JP3 is a universal platform that combines a 16 Bit CPU core
with the A2D GSM/DCS engine and GPS receiver - all in the same package.
Product Characteristics:
- CPU Core: AM186ES, 1MB Flash, 256KB
SRAM, 4KB EEPROM, RTC, 4
digital I/Os, Monitor Software (DOS-like)
- Integrated GPS Receiver software
- Full Type Approved Dual Band Embedded
GSM Engine (GSM 900 / DCS1800)
- The DB9 serial port is available to
connect a terminal or other equipment to the Falcom
- The RJ45 secondary port is available
for other use in the Falcom A2D-3 JP3
- Power
Supply: 10,8V to 31,2V
- Size
115 x 54 x 33 mm
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Falcom A2D-3 JP3
Falcom
A2D-3 Brochure
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Falcom
A2D-1 for SMS communication
It
is not possible to communicate with SMS using a standard analog modem. It
is not recommended to implement an AVL system using the free SMS service via the Internet. SPS offers a
Falcom A2D-1 for SMS communication.
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Falcom A2D-1
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Scan
Project Solutions ApS
Jernbanevej 11 E
4500 Nykøbing Sj., Denmark
T: +45 5993 0615 Fax: +45 5993 0614
info@scanp.dk
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