Bouncie – GPS Car Tracker, Vehicle Location, Accident Notification, Route History-Complete Features/Instruction Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Bouncie
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Bouncie – GPS Car Tracker, Vehicle Location, Accident Notification, Route
History
Specifications
- DIMENSIONS : 1.75 x 1.87 x 1 inches
- WEIGHT : 2.84 pounds
- WIRELESS CELLULAR: 4G LTE CAT M1 [Multiband] & 3G UMTS/HSPA [Fallback]
- ACCURACY : 2.5m
- BRAND: Bouncie
Introduction
The Bouncie GPS car tracker is a small and lightweight tracker that has a number of features including vehicle location, accident notification, route history, Geofence, GPS car tracker, and speed monitoring. The GPS tracker tells you the exact location with the route of the trip as well. The tracker is linked with an app that is updated every 15 seconds. It also has the feature of geo-circles. This means you can create a circle around a particular location and whenever the vehicle arrives or leaves that circle, you will receive a notification on your Bouncie app. The Bouncie Car tracker has the ability to track accidents through its advanced sensors and software. Whenever a vehicle accident is detected by the tracker, it will automatically send SMS text message to your notification contacts.
The tracker can track the vehicles health status and sends alert notifications when something requires your attention, such as check engine light is on or battery warnings. The app has insights about your driving habit that is your speeding information for better driving. It is a lightweight and easy-to- install system which doesn’t require any batteries. It is compatible with Alexa, Google and IFTTT, as well.
How to install the Bouncie Smart Device?
- First of all, download the Bouncie app from the App Store or Google Play in your device.
- You will have to create an account to use the app.
- Enter the vehicle’s VIN,
- Look for the vehicle’s OBD port in order to install the Bouncie device on your vehicle.
How to find the OBD port in your vehicle?
The OBD port stands for On-Board Diagnostics and is like a plug. You can simply insert diagnostic devices like the Bouncie device to track the activities of the vehicle and diagnose issues. The vehicle’s OBD port is mostly located at the bottom of the driver’s dash near the steering column. Some cars have a small plastic cover on the OBD port which must be removed to access it. If you are unable to locate the OBD port you can find it at https://www.bouncie.com/help#checker
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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How is it installed?
It can be simply plugged in the OBD port of your device and requires no tools for installation. -
Does anyone make an obd2-to-rechargeable-battery device that I can use with this? My car is an old classic and doesn’t have an obd2 port.
If your car doesn’t have an OBD port, you can still use Bouncie device. Use a simple OBD wiring harness to provide power and ground to the device. Once you receive your device, contact the support team of Bouncie for further assistance. -
What is the GPS refresh rate?
The location of your vehicle is updated every 15 seconds on the app on your device. -
Can you erase your trip history?
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Yes, the trip history can be erased from the Bouncie App.
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Can this used to shut down the car if stolen?
No, it can’t shut down the car if its stolen, however, if its left turned on it can track the car and tell you it’s location. -
Will this still track on a car that it was not set up on?
No, it needs to be installed in the OBD port of the car for tracking. -
Will this device fit into the ODB when it is behind a panel door?
Yes, it will fit in the ODB port which is behind the panel door. -
Can I use this on a 2003 Gulf Stream BT Cruiser?
Yes, plug in the ODB port. -
Data plan is included in the monthly charge?
Yes, the monthly charge covers the entire data plan. -
Is this compatible with the Mitsubishi eclipse spider convertible?
Yes, it is compatible with vehicles that are newer than 1996.