PAJ GPS FINDER Real Time GPS Tracker Instruction Manual

: July 15, 2024
: PAJ GPS

PAJ GPS FINDER Real Time GPS Tracker

Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: PAJ PET FINDER 2.0
Battery Life: Approximately 5 days
Update Interval: 30 seconds

Product Usage Instructions

Charging Instructions
You should fully charge the FINDER before using it for the first time. Follow these steps:
Connect the supplied charging cable to the charging contacts of the FINDER.
Connect the other end of the charging cable to the USB port of any wall plug adapter.
Plug the USB wall plug adapter into a power socket.
Wait for the end of the charging process. The unit is fully charged when the red LED goes out.
Activation
To use your PAJ PET Finder 2.0, you will need to activate it online. Visit start.finder-portal.com and follow the instructions.
Start-up
After activation, start your device in an open space to establish a good network connection quickly.
Use
Once activated and started up, place the device where needed and use the App or visit v2.finder-portal.com on your phone, tablet, or PC to track it.

FAQ

Q: How long does the battery last on the PAJ PET Finder 2.0?
A: The battery life is approximately 5 days without charging in between, but it depends on usage and settings.
Q: Where can I find the latest version of the user manual?
A: The latest version can be viewed at paj-gps.com/finder.

Before starting:
Read the instructions carefully, before using the FINDER for the first time. Please keep this user manual in a safe place in case you may need it in the future.

NOTE!
We update our user manuals regularly, to keep them up to date. The latest version can be viewed at any time at: paj-gps.com/finder.

Scope of delivery

Your delivery will include:

The PAJ PET Finder 2.0
A quick start flyer
A USB charging cable
3x velcro straps for attachment to the collar
A M2M SIM Card*

the M2M SIM card is already inside your FINDER and is not replaceable.

Product Description

NOTE!
To activate, you need the device ID. Please have it ready or write it down.

Instructions for charging

You should fully charge the FINDER before using it for the first time. Please proceed as follows:

Connect the supplied charging cable to the charging contacts of the FINDER.
Connect the other end of the charging cable to the USB port of any wall plug adapter.
NOTE!
Please avoid bringing the magnetic charging cable into contact with metal objects when it is plugged in, as this can cause a short circuit and overheat the cable.
Plug the USB wall plug adapter into a power socket.
Wait for the end of the charging process. The unit is fully charged when the red LED goes out, see „1.11 Meaning of the LED lights“in this manual.

NOTE!
In rare cases, the LEDs do not indicate that the FINDER is fully charged when charging for the first time. If the LED lights still do not indicate the end of charging after 10 hours of charging, please disconnect the FINDER from the power supply and start using it. Then check the battery level in the FINDER- Portal.

The PAJ PET Finder 2.0 offers a battery life of approx. 5 days without charging in between! However, it should be noted that the runtime depends on the utilization, the set transmission interval, and the use of Wifi Home Zones. The more the device is moved and the more alarms are sent, the higher the utilization will be.

Activation

To use your PAJ PET Finder 2.0, you will need to previously activate it online. Enter the following link and follow the instructions:

start.finder-portal.com

Start-up

Once the activation is successful, you can start the PAJ PET Finder 2.0. The power button is located on the side of the FINDER (see illustration).

To turn on:
Press the button once briefly to turn on the device. The small LEDs will blink and the device will beep several times. Refer to section „1.11 Meaning of the LED lights“ for information on LED indicators.
To turn off:
Press and hold the button for five seconds. When all the LEDs turn off and the FINDER beeps for three seconds, the device will switch off.

NOTE!
We recommend that after you start your device for the first time you move it in an open space (for example during a walk or a short car ride). This can speed up the connection process, meaning that your device will connect to the best available network more quickly. A good network connection is required for the device to send and log data in the FINDER Portal.

Use

As soon as your device has been successfully activated, started up, and has sent and logged data for the first time, you can place it wherever you choose and use your phone, tablet, or PC to start tracking it! You will be able to do this in our App or enter the following link to the desktop version:

v2.finder-portal.com

Short description FINDER-Portal

Application menu
View statistics, device settings, application settings, alert summary, extra features e.g. logbook, etc.
Alerts and activities
Last activity, unread notifications, timeline
PAJ Logo
Update page/refresh
Device list
Overview devices, alert settings, traveled routes, customized device display
Options
Map view options

Detailed instructions for the FINDER-Portal can be found on: paj-gps.de /portal-anleitung or scan this QR-Code.

Wifi Home Zone

Using the PAJ Portal app or the web application of the FINDER Portal (v2), you can designate the surrounding Wi-Fi networks (only 2.4GHz networks) as Wi-Fi homes. The Wi-Fi networks (Wi-Fi homes) scanned by the device then form the Wi-Fi home zone and are subsequently synchronized with the FINDER.
Once the FINDER is within the Wifi Home Zone, the device‘s GPS module will be auto-matically deactivated. It will remain in this state until the device is out of range of the Wifi Home Zone – in which case, the GPS module will be reactivated.
This feature is particularly designed to reduce the power consumption of the FINDER. Especially for devices with smaller battery capacity, this function contributes to extended battery life. Additionally, this feature helps reduce inaccuracies in GPS coordinates that can occur due to poor GPS signals indoors.

Wifi Home on and

Standby mode and location update

The PAJ PET Finder 2.0 sends its location information by default every 60 seconds to the FINDER portal when in motion. The transmission interval can be individually adjusted via the FINDER portal. Once the GPS tracker is stationary, the device switches to standby mode to save energy. The transmission of location data seamlessly continues once the device is in motion again.

What is the standby mode?
As soon as the FINDER is no longer moved, standby mode is activated after a few minutes to save power. This suspends the update of the location for the duration of the standstill of the unit. In the FINDER portal, the standby mode is displayed as follows:

Nevertheless, the unit naturally remains on standby and still sends alarm messages. As long as the FINDER is in standby mode, only the data (time, battery status, etc.) of the last position before standby mode is displayed on the portal, as the position does not change during standby.

Online mode
At the latest, when the FINDER is moved again, the device automatically switches to active and sends its position to the portal again every 60 seconds.

Location update in standby mode
If the FINDER is in standby mode for a longer period, the unit will still send a new position to the portal at least every 24 – 26 hours.

Light and call-back function

In addition to configuring the Wifi Home Zone, you can also execute additional commands via the PAJ Portal App or the web application of the FINDER Portal (v2). To do this, open the „Commands“ tab for the desired device and then you can view the available commands.

The following commands are available for the PAJ PET Finder 2.0:

This allows you to easily activate the previously explained Wifi Home Zone, play signal tones to call back your pet, and start live tracking for three minutes.

NOTE!
The device must be turned on and online to receive commands (the orange LED must be continuously lit).

Meaning of the LED lights

Orange LED – Network status

Signal/Meaning

The orange LED is on the Signal available
The orange LED flashes every 2-3 sec. Searching for a signal
The orange LED is off
The GPS tracker is in standby mode or switched off

Red LED – Battery status

The red LED is on
(when attached to the power supply) The GPS tracker is charging
The red LED is off
(when attached to the power supply) The GPS tracker is fully charged

Blue LED – GPS status

The blue LED is on the GPS signal available
The blue LED flashes every 2-3 sec. Searching for a signal/Wi-Fi home active
The blue LED is off The GPS tracker is in standby mode or switched off

Alerts

Movement/Shock alert
Receive a notification as soon as your GPS tracker is either moved or shaken.
Geofence alert
Receive a notification as soon as your GPS tracker leaves your determined perimeter.
Speed alert
Receive a notification as soon as your GPS tracker exceeds a certain speed (you can set the speed limit in the FINDER Portal).
Battery alert
Receive a notification when your tracker‘s battery level is low.

NOTE!
All alerts must be activated and deactivated via the FINDER Portal. Once the alert is active you will receive a notification via the PAJ App and/or via email.

Technical data

Weight 36 g
Dimensions
- without bracket: 77 x 27 x 17 mm
- with bracket: 77 x 33 x 17 mm
Battery time up to 5 days*
Battery type 3.7 V/600 mAh Li-ion
Charger 110-220 V, AC 50 Hz input 5 V/1A, DC output
Time to start
cold start: 3-5 min/standby: 1-3 min/in operation: 1-10 s
Network/Bands
- GSM/GPRS/EDGE:
- GSM 850 (33 dBm ± 2 dBm)
- EGSM 900 (33 dBm ±2 dBm)
- DCS 1800 (30 dBm ± 2 dBm)
- PCS 1900 (30 dBm ± 2 dBm)
Network module Quectel MC25
GPS chip AT6558R
GPS accuracy up to 5 meters
GPS reception -162 dBm
Storage temperature from -30 °C to +80 °C
Operating environment from -20 °C to +75 °C
Humidity 10 % to 85 %
Water protection is waterproof according to IP67

The battery life varies greatly depending on network coverage and device usage!

Safety Instructions

Signal words
The following signal words are used in these operating instructions:

NOTE!
This is a warning about possible property damage.

WARNING!
This classifies a hazard of medium risk level. Failure to comply with the warning may result in serious injury.

Proper use
Please read the safety instructions for this PAJ FINDER, hereinafter only referred to as GPS tracker, carefully before use to be able to deploy it properly. The intended use is to employ the GPS tracker only as described in this manual to locate an object or a living being. Please bear in mind that it is a criminal offense to monitor third parties using a GPS tracker without their consent. If you use it in any other way, this is considered improper use and can lead to damage to property or even personal injury. Please note that the GPS tracker is not a toy for children. In other countries and regions, there are different laws on digital positioning and localization of people, animals, and/or objects. PAJ UG is not responsible if such laws or regulations are violated, this is the sole responsibility of the user.

NOTE!
The manufacturer and dealer accept no liability for damage caused by improper or incorrect use.

Safety

WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!
A faulty electrical installation or a mains voltage that is too high can lead to an electric shock.

Before use, make sure that the mains voltage of the socket corresponds with the information on the type plate.
To be able to disconnect the charging cable from the mains as quickly as possible in the event of a failure, connect the power supply unit where it is easily accessible.
If you notice any visible damage to your GPS tracker or charging cable, do not use it.
Use only the original parts supplied to charge the GPS tracker. If the charging cable is damaged, replace it only with original accessories from the manufacturer.
Never place the GPS tracker near an open fire or hot surface.
The charging cable should only be used indoors. Keep it away from humidity and do not kink it.
Do not open the housing of the GPS tracker. Leave the repair to qualified specialists. However, if you carry out repairs yourself, connect the GPS tracker incorrectly, or operate it incorrectly, liability and warranty claims are excluded.

Hazards for children and vulnerable people

WARNING! DANGER OF SUFFOCATION!
Please do not let people (including children) with limited physical, sensory, or mental abilities use the GPS tracker. It is considered an exception if they have previously received instructions from a person responsible for their safety on how to use the device.

Please make sure that your child does not handle small parts (e.g. accessories, etc.). These can be swallowed and lead to suffocation.

NOTE!
Inform your child about the dangers and use of the GPS tracker.

The battery

WARNING! EXPLOSION AND FIRE HAZARD!
Below you will find information and instructions on how to use the battery:

The GPS tracker runs on a lithium-ion battery. It is not exchangeable and must not be removed or opened.
Make sure that the GPS tracker (also when charging the battery) is kept away from heat sources and high temperatures, such as direct sunlight in a vehicle. Disregarding this instruction may destroy the battery and overheating, explosion, and fire.
Only use the original accessories for the charging process. If the battery is charged otherwise, this may result in overheating, explosion, or fire.
Do not burn or pierce the GPS tracker. Protect it from mechanical damage.
If a child swallows the battery, seek medical aid immediately!

Removing or replacing the battery:

Contact our support if the battery needs to be removed or replaced.
Send the machine to us to remove or replace the battery.
For safety reasons, do not attempt to remove the battery. Failure to remove the battery properly may result in damage to the battery and unit, personal injury, and/or compromise the safety of the unit.
PAJ GPS shall not be liable for any damage or loss (whether in contract or tort, including negligence) arising from your failure to comply with these warnings and instructions.

WARNING! RISK OF CHEMICAL BURNS!
Batteries that leak due to damage can cause burns if they come into contact with the skin. Therefore, never open the battery. However, if the battery leaks, please wear protective gloves.

Electromagnetic compatibility
Please observe all rules and prohibitions and switch off the GPS tracker immediately in dangerous areas if it might cause interference. Furthermore, it should not be used in the vicinity of, for example, medical equipment, fuels, and chemicals, or in blasting areas. With mobile devices, malfunction due to interference may occur and affect performance. Transformers and very strong magnetic fields must be avoided. Otherwise, there may be deviations in the transmission.

NOTE!
Failure to observe these recommendations may result in malfunctions or damage to the GPS tracker.

Cleaning

WARNING! RISK OF DAMAGE!
Below you will find information and instructions on how to clean the GPS tracker:

Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or brushes for cleaning. Do not clean the GPS tracker with metallic cleaning objects (e.g. knife, metal sponge). This may damage the surface.
Never put the GPS tracker in water, in a dishwasher (or the like), and do not use a steam cleaner.

Correct cleaning:

The surface may be wiped clean with a slightly damped cloth.
The GPS tracker should then be wiped dry completely.

Storage
If you are not using the GPS tracker for a lengthy period, turn it off. Place the tracker in its original packaging or a carton of the same size. Protect the tracker from dirt and humidity.

NOTE!
Keep the FINDER away from children’s reach to avoid possible damage to property or personal injury.

Declaration of conformity

Hereby, PAJ UG (haftungsbeschränkt) declares that the tracker, PAJ PET Finder 2.0, conforms with the Directive 2014/53/EU. The complete text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at the following Internet address: paj-gps.de/konformitaetserklaerung/.

Packaging disposal
Dispose of the packaging according to type. Throw cardboard and paper into the corresponding container. Foil belongs in the recyclables collection.

Disposal

Disposal of used batteries
The following note is addressed to those who use batteries or products with products with built-in batteries and who will not resell them in the form in which they were supplied to them (end users).

Free recall of used batteries
Batteries must not be disposed of with waste. You are legally obliged to return used batteries so that proper disposal can be guaranteed. You can return used batteries to a local collection point or your local retailer. As a distributor of batteries, we are also to take back used batteries, although our obligation to take back used is limited to the type that we carry or have carried as batteries in our range. Used batteries of the aforementioned type can therefore either be returned to us with sufficient postage or handed in directly to our dispatch warehouse at the following address free of charge:

PAJ UG (haftungsbeschränkt) Hohe Straße 61 51570 Windeck Germany
E-Mail: info@paj-gps.de

Meaning of the battery symbols
Batteries are marked with the symbol of a crossed-out dustbin (see illustration). This symbol indicates that batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. Batteries containing more than 0.0005% mercury by mass, more than 0.002% cadmium by mass, or more than 0.004% lead by mass are also marked with the chemical name of the pollutant below the dustbin symbol. The abbreviation „Cd“ stands for cadmium, „Pb“ for lead, and „Hg“ for mercury.

Disposal of electric devices
The Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) contains a large number of requirements for the handling of electrical and electronic equipment. The most important ones are summarised here:

Separate collection of WEEE
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment that has become waste is referred to as WEEE. Owners of WEEE must dispose of it separately from unsorted local waste. In particular, WEEE does not belong in household waste, but in special collection and return systems.
Batteries and accumulators
As a rule, owners of WEEE must separate spent batteries and accumulators that are not enclosed in the WEEE before handing them over at a collection point. This does not apply if the WEEE is handed over to public waste management authorities and separated from other WEEE there for preparation for reuse.
Options for returning old appliances (WEEE)
Owners of WEEE from private households can hand it to public waste management authorities or at the collection points set up by manufacturers or distributors as defined by ElektroG. An online directory of collection and collection points can be found here: https://www.ear-system.de/ear- verzeichnis/sammel-und-ruecknahmestellen.jsf.
Data protection
Old equipment often contains sensitive personal data. This applies in particular to information and telecommunication technology devices such as computers and smartphones. For your own sake, please note that each end-user is responsible for deleting the data on the old equipment to be disposed of.
Meaning of the „crossed-out dustbin“ symbol
The symbol of a crossed-out dustbin regularly displayed on electrical and electronic equipment indicates that the respective device must be separated from unsorted local waste at the end of its service life.
Manufacturer registration number
As a manufacturer, within the meaning of the ElektroG, we are registered with the responsible foundation Elektro-Altgeräte Register (Benno-Strauß-Str. 1, 90763 Fürth) under the following registration number: DE33887550