Installation and Testing Guide
Motion-Sensing Trailer Tracker: Installation Guide
Ideal Placement Guidelines
Avoid Metal Enclosures
Never fully enclose in metal
Ensure signal can reach device
Suitable Placement Options
Inside plastic enclosures
Under trailer chassis
Areas with access to open air
More open air exposure = better signal
Test placement before final installation
Avoid signal-blocking materials
LED Indicator Guide
Blue LED: Cellular connection status
Green LED: GPS connection status
Both lights off: Successful operation
Testing Device Location
Initial Test
Locate "Test" button near LED lights
Hold until Green and Blue LEDs flash
Watch LED Sequence
Green GPS LED blinks first
Blue cellular LED activates next
Green LED slows and turns off
Both lights off indicates success
Verify Connection
Check account for location update
Confirm successful location report
Monitor signal strength
When the tracker is unable to detect sufficient satellite signals for a GPS location fix, it will automatically default to reporting the location of the nearest cell tower. If you notice frequent instances of these cell tower backup locations in your tracking reports, consider repositioning the tracker to improve satellite signal reception.
Important Notes
For technical support: 855-658-7225
Support hours: 6 am-10 pm Pacific time
24/7 email support: support.gps@matrackinc.com
Always verify successful location reporting after installation
Test placement if experiencing frequent cell tower backup locations
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