Globalsat LT-10 Solar EarTag GPS Tracker User Manual

: June 15, 2024
: GlobalSat

Table of Contents

Globalsat LT-10 Solar EarTag GPS Tracker
Welcome
Introduction
Device Operation
Safety Information
Limited Warranty
References
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Globalsat LT-10 Solar EarTag GPS Tracker

GlobalSat LT-10 Series

User Manual
Version: 1.1
GlobalSat WorldCom Corporation
16F., No. 186, Jian 1st Rd., Zhonghe Dist.,
New Taipei City 23553, Taiwan
Tel: 886.2.8226.3799/ Fax: 886.2.8226.3899
Email: lora@globalsat.com.tw
Website: www.globalsat.com.tw

USGlobalSat Incorporated

14740 Yorba Court, Chino, CA 91710

Tel: 888.323.8720 / Fax: 909.597.8532
Email: sales@usglobalsat.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warning
Welcome
Introduction
Introduction
LED Indicators
Device Operation
Device Charging
Switch On/Off
Parameter Settings via Android App
Firmware Upgrade via Android App
Safety Information
Limited Warranty

Warning

This section contains important safety information and warnings. Please read it carefully before using the product.

Welcome

This section provides a warm welcome message to the user.

Introduction

The LT-10 is a solar LoRaWAN tracker designed for range animal use. It is powered by a high-performance solar cell that provides sufficient power for continuous LoRa transmission. The device is the size of a standard management tag and is reusable. It features a GPS ear tag that is powered using a battery and integrated solar cell.

Key Features:

Solar-powered LoRaWAN tracker
Designed for range animal use
Reusable GPS ear tag
High-performance solar cell

LED Indicators

The LT-10 features two LED indicators:

LoRa LED: Blinks red 2 times when data is transmitting.
BLE LED: Blinks red 2 times (100ms on, 100ms off) when the LT-10 is able to do BLE advertising. Blinks red 1 time per second when the LT-10 is searching for the app. Blinks red 1 time per 5 seconds when the LT-10 is connected by the app.

Device Operation

Device Charging

To charge the device, follow these steps:

Ensure the device is turned on.
Place the device under direct sunlight.
It may take half a day to several days to charge the device to at least 90%, depending on the sunshine condition.

Switch On/Off

To turn the device on or off, follow these steps:

Bring a proper magnet under the device’s LED for 4 seconds.
The LED will blink red 3 times (100ms on, 100ms off) to indicate that the device is now turned on or off.

Warning

USE RESPONSIBLY. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE.

LT-10 is a solar powered device. For first time to use or long time unused, please take a proper magnet under device’s LED over 11 seconds and then leave to do hardware reset. If it blinks Red for 3 seconds (50ms on, 50ms off), please make solar panel to face to proper sunshine for charging to at least 90% for real application. If it doesn’t blink (denotes battery has run out), please put it directly under sunshine and charge it to at least 90% for real application.

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the GlobalSat LT-10. The LT-10 is a light animal ear tag tracking device. We appreciate your purchase of a GlobalSat WorldCom Product! GlobalSat WorldCom Corporation / USGlobalSat, Inc., will not accept any responsibility whatsoever for accidents or violations of local Laws resulting from failure to observe common sense precautions and local laws. Your personal judgment, traffic regulations, and common sense must always take precedence over any directions produced by GPS receiver or the mapping software.

Indemnification: User agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless GlobalSat WorldCom Corp. and USGlobalSat, Inc., its officers, directors, employees and agents against and from any third party claims, actions, damages or demands, including but not limited to, reasonable legal and accounting fees, resulting from user’s use or misuse of this product, violation of these Terms, or any activities related to this product, or from user’s violations of the rights of any other user of this product. Use of this Product is at user’s own risk.

Introduction

Introduction
The LT-10 is a solar LoRaWANTM tracker designed for range animal use. The high performance solar cell can provide sufficient power for continuous LoRa® transmission. They are the size of a standard management tag reusable GPS ear tag is powered using a battery and integrated solar cell.

Ear Tag Hole
LED Indicator
Solar Panel

LED Indicators

LoRa LED

LED	Blink Red 2 times
State	Data transmitting

BLE LED

LED| Blink Red 2 times (100ms on,100ms off)| Blink Red 1 time per seconds| Blink Red 1 time per 5 seconds
---|---|---|---
State| LT-10 is able to do BLE advertising.| LT-10 is searching for App.| LT-10 is connected by App.

Device Operation

Device Charging
For normal charging, the device has to be turned on and placed under sunshine to charge. It would take half day to several days to charge to at least 90% for normal application according to sunshine condition.

Switch On/Off

To turn the device “ON”, please take a proper magnet under device’s LED for 4 seconds as picture above. Then it would blink Red 3 times (100ms on, 100ms off). There are two kinds of behavior as following table when the device is on.

Operation mode	Low battery mode

Take magnet under device’s LED for 1 second and it will blink Red 1 time

(100ms).

| Take magnet under device’s LED for 1 second and it will blink Red 1 time

(1 second).

To turn the device “OFF”, please take a proper magnet under device’s LED for 4 seconds. Then it would blink Red 3 times (100ms on, 100ms off).
Noted: Take magnet under device LED for 1 second and it has no LED blink.
To do hardware reset, Take magnet under device’s LED over 11 seconds and it would blink Red for 3 seconds (50ms on, 50ms off).

Notice:

When it is in low battery mode, it could not join to network server and send any report. It could not modify device settings via App as well.
Never place the magnet nearby device’s LED continually, it would cause device to be in unknown mode and consume the extra power consumption.

Parameter Settings via Android/iOS App

Install LT-10 App as the following link and QR code.
iOS version: http://d.3appstore.com/b9lj?utm_source=fir&utm_medium=qr. Android version: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tw.com.globalsat.lt10. It would have icon as following. We use Android App’s operation as an example for chapter 4.3 and 4.4.
Make sure you turn on BLE for mobile device and open LT-10 App.
Turn on device by putting magnetic under device’s LED for 4 seconds, it would blink Red 3 times.
Putting magnetic under device’s LED for 2 seconds till you see Red LED blink twice. Then move magnetic to be far from device.
Click Scan button, it will search for LT-10 device and click it which you would like to do settings as the following left picture. After pairing with the device, it would get settings.
Then FW version, LoRa MAC, device battery level, App Version would be shown at the bottom of menu. You could modify parameters by entering into each item of menu, for example, LoRaWAN, GPS, and Operation Mode etc.
When entering into LoRaWAN settings, you could modify Join Mode, DevAddr, AppSKey, NwkSKey, Tx_Band etc. Please adjust these settings according to network server’s settings carefully. Otherwise, it will cause network server connection issue. Aftermodifying all the settings, click Apply button to write all these settings to the device.

If you are sure to apply the settings, click Confirm button, it will reboot automatically and interrupt BLE connection once saving all the settings successfully.

You could also adjust tracker’s settings by modifying some parameters in GPS/ Operation Mode/Other Setting and click Apply button to write your settings to device.

In case if you have the wrong settings and would like to return to factory default settings, please click Restore button as the following left picture. However, you will lose all values customizations.

Firmware Upgrade via Android/iOS App

Put firmware file to mobile phone

Connect your Android mobile phone and drop the firmware zip file (for example, F-0LR-49-2111181_dfu.zip) to a proper location, for example, the folder of SD card’s ‘Download’.

Upgrade Firmware via Android App

Make sure you turn on BLE for mobile device and open LT-10 App.
Turn on device by putting magnetic under device’s LED for 4 seconds, it would blink Red 3 times.
Putting magnetic under device’s LED for 2 seconds till you see Red LED blink twice. Then move magnetic to be far from device.
Click Scan button, it will search for LT-10 device and click it which you would like to do settings as the following left picture. After pairing with the device, it would get settings.
Click ‘Firmware Upgrade’ to start firmware upgrade. Then click Select button and click the firmware zip file which folder you ever drop under ‘Download’, for example, F-0LR-49-2111181_dfu.zip.
When finishing firmware upgrade, it will show Upload complete as the following picture. Click Confirm to exit it.

Safety Information

Please consult your airline prior to the operation of this product in the aircraft. . Operating this product in environments emitting intensive radio waves or radiation can affect the operation and functionality of this product.
Avoid use in humid or rainy environment. Water ingress can disable or destroy this product beyond repair.
Avoid using this product in a dusty environment. Dust ingress can compromise the products ability to function.
Avoid situations that include Over-voltage, over charging, power cable damage may cause overheating or potential fire disaster.
Never use any chemical or detergent to clean the Personal Tracker to prevent erosion of the surface or paintwork.
In order to eliminate the risk of electric shock, make certain the charging cable is completely inserted / seated, do not touch the power cable plug / connectors with wet or damp hands.
Do not charge the Device in any extreme cold or hot temperatures, which may cause damage to the device.
Keep out of the reach of children during charging.
Avoid direct prolonged exposure to sunlight and high temperatures to avoid the potential over-heating of the battery of this product, which may cause damage.
Please do not attempt to repair this device yourself, contact GlobalSat or USGlobalSat for Technical Support.
Keep all the wires tidy in order to prevent damage or tangling.

Limited Warranty

GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat (1) Year Limited Warranty
FOR CONSUMERS, WHO ARE COVERED BY CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS OR REGULATIONS IN THEIR COUNTRY OF PURCHASE OR, IF DIFFERENT, IN THEIR COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE, THE BENEFITS CONFERRED BY THIS WARRANTY ARE IN ADDITION TO ALL RIGHTS AND REMEDIES CONVEYED BY SUCH CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS AND REGULATIONS. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXCLUDE, LIMIT OR SUSPEND ANY RITGHTS OF CONSUMERS ARISING OUT OF NONCONFORMITY WITH A SALES CONTRACT. SOME

COUNTRIES, STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION MAY LAST, SO THE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS DESCRIBED BELOW MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY BY COUNTRY, STATE OR PROVIDENCE. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GOVERNED BY AND CONSTRUED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE COUNTRY IN WHICH PRODUCT PURCHASE TOOK PLACE. GLOBALSAT/ USGLOBALSAT, THE WARRANTOR UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, IS IDENTIFIED AT THE END OF THIS DOCUMENT ACCORDING TO THE COUNTRY OR REGION IN WHICH THE PRODUCT PURCHASE TOOK PLACE.

GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat’s warranty obligations for this hardware product are limited to the terms set forth below:
GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat, as defined below, warrants this hardware product against defects in materials product hardware against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a
period of ONE (1) year from the date of retail purchase by the original end- user purchaser and purchased from a recognized “authorized dealer” (“Warranty Period”). Products purchased from any unauthorized source, such as unauthorized e-Bay resellers, will not qualify for free warranty service/support and may require the end-user to pre-pay fees associated with, but not limited to the support, repair, replacement and shipping of the product to and from the service center. If a hardware defect arises and a valid claim is received by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat within the Warranty Period, at its option and to the extent permitted by law, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat will either (1) repair the product at no charge, using new parts or parts equivalent to new in performance and reliability, (2) exchange the product with a product that is new or equivalent to new in performance and reliability and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product or, (3) refund the purchase price of the product. GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat may request that you replace defective parts with new or refurbished user-installable parts that GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat provides in fulfillment of its warranty obligation. A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part that has been installed in accordance with instructions provided by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product or ninety (90) days from the date of replacement or repair, whichever provides longer coverage for you. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced items become GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat’s property. Parts provide by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat in fulfillment of its warranty obligation must be used in products for which warranty service is claimed. When a refund is given, the product for which the refund is provided must be returned to GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat and becomes GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat’s property. If a defect arises and a valid claim is received by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat after the first one hundred and eighty (180) days of Warranty period, a shipping and handling charge may apply to any repair or exchange of the product undertaken by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat.

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USGlobalSat is not responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions relating to the product’s use.
This warranty does not apply: (a) to consumable parts, such as batteries, unless damage has occurred due to a defect in materials and workmanship; (b) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents, and broken plastic on ports; (c) to damage cause by use accident, abuse, misuse, flood, fire, earthquake or other external causes; (e) to damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat; (f) to damage caused by service (including upgrades and expansions) performed by anyone who is not a representative of GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat or an GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat authorized service provider; (g) to a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability without the written permission of GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat; or (h) if any GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat serial number has been removed or defaced.

IMPORTANT: Do not open the hardware product. Opening the hardware product may cause damage that is not covered by this warranty. Only GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat or an authorized service provider should perform service on this hardware product.
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OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
Please access and review the online help resources referred to in the documentation accompanying this hardware product before seeking warranty service. If the product is still not functioning properly after making use of these resources, access the online website www.usglobalsat.com for instructions on how to obtain warranty service. You must follow GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat warranty processes. GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat may provide warranty service (i) by sending the unit to GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat location, where service is performed at the location, or (ii) by sending the unit to an authorized GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat supplier (iii) by sending you new or refurbished customer-installable replacement product or parts to enable you to service or exchange your own product (“RMA service”). Upon receipt of the replacement product or part, the original product or part becomes the property of GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat and you agree to follow instructions, including, if requires, arranging the return of the product or part to GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat in a timely manner. When providing RMA service requiring the return of the original product or part, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat may require credit card authorization as security for the retail price of the replacement product or part and applicable shipping costs. If you follow the instructions, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat will cancel the credit card authorization, so you will not be charged for the product or part and shipping costs. If you fail to return the replace product or part as instructed, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat will charge the credit card for the authorized amount. Service options, parts availability and response times may vary according to the country in which service is requested. Service options are subject to change at any time. You may be responsible for shipping and handling charges if product cannot be serviced in the country in which service is requested. If you seek service in a country that is not the country of purchase, you will comply with applicable export laws and regulations and be responsible for all custom duties, V.A.T. and other associated taxes and charges. For international service, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat may repair or exchange defective products and parts with comparable products and parts that comply with local standards. In accordance with applicable law, GlobalSat/ USGlobalSat may require that you furnish proof of purchase details and/ or comply with the registration requirements before receiving warranty service. Please refer to the accompanying documentation for more details on this and other matters obtaining warranty service.

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If your product is capable of storing software programs, data and other information, you should make periodic backup copies of the information contained on the product’s hard drive or other storage media to protect the contents and as a precaution against possible operational failures. Before you deliver your product for warranty service it is your responsibility to keep a separate backup copy of the contents, and disable any security passwords. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE CONTENTS OF YOUR HARD DRIVE WILL BE LOST OR REFORMATTED IN THE COURSE OF WARRANTY SERVICE, AND GLOBALSAT/ USGLOBALSAT AND ITS AGENTS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF PROGRAMS, DATA OR OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE MEDIA OR ANY PART OF THE PRODUCT SERVICED. Your product will be returned to you configured as originally purchased, subject to applicable updates. You will be responsible for reinstalling all other software programs, data and passwords. Recovery and reinstallation of service programs and user data are not covered under this Limited Warranty.