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The document describes a real-time container tracking system called Starcom that provides full remote monitoring and control of containers. It gives users alerts about events like unauthorized entry, temperature changes, and GPS tracking to locate containers anywhere in the world. The system uses sensors, GPS, and wireless communication to provide security and management features with minimal maintenance needs.
shipping container tracking
- 1. * The most sophisticated unit for tracking containers in real time for security and management. The French comedian Pierre Dac once said, “To see into the distance, you simply need to get closer.” That applies to your containers as well. As they travel far away across the world, it’s important that you’ll be able “to get closer” to them at will. That’s why we at Starcom Systems developed - the smartest system for real-time tracking of containers for protection and management. It gives you full control on all possible events and situations with its automatic remote operation, system stability, and continuity. * - The ruler of the seas in Greek mythology Above All
- 2. By using products: You’re in control of a wide range of situations. The system can connect wirelessly to external sensors, and several sensors can operate simultaneously, giving you the ability to protect your container remotely. For example: you can know exactly when a container has reached the customer’s area; and you can be aware of every movement of the container. You’ll be notified if there’s damage or a blow to the container, and you’ll be alerted if the container is broken into bypassing the door. You have an edge in terms of the service provided to your customers - in the event of an unexpected change of plans you can organize the appropriate response. For example: since you know exactly when the container left port, you can get prepared administratively in real time. You enjoy the user - friendliness of the system with only a few simple operations you can define the reports, alerts and their destinations. For example: you could specify a monthly report to be e-mailed from each port on the container route, and an immediate SMS to be sent to your personal cell phone if the container starts traveling at an excessive speed over land. You are confident that in any unexpected situation, the system will function automatically. For example: if the container’s door opens in an authorized area, you are automatically alerted on your cell phone. Above All 2
- 3. You have the advantage of high quality in a system that complies with the automotive industry’s demanding standards. You enjoy the convenience of the system due to facilities based in over 50 countries around the world, incoporating the maps of over 70 countries, and can operate in over 25 languages, enabling both you and your customers to pinpoint your merchandise precisely on its way to delivery. You can pinpoint the container’s location even when it is aboard a ship on the high seas and even where there is no GSM network signal. Moreover, if ever your container falls overboard (never, we hope), you can be alerted immediately. For a refrigerated container, you can receive an alert when power is connected or disconnected, and when the temperature rises or falls. You can also log the history of temperature readings throughout the voyage. You receive continuous performance with less need for maintenance, thanks to the ability to monitor the container for a lengthy period without a battery recharge. www.starcomsystems.com 3
- 4. Main Specifications Supply Voltage Reefers: 8v-28v Dry-van: 3.7v Temperature Operational -40°C to 60°C Storage -40°C to 85°C Operating Humidity 50%-80% Measurement Reefers: 107 x 61 x 21 or 24.5 mm, 150g Dry-van: 195 x 96 x 40 mm Cellular Modem GSM Quad Band (850, 900, 1800, 1900). Built in antenna Network Data GPRS and SMS Messages SMS Encrypted Protocol GPRS TCP/IP over PPP GPS Receiver and Antenna Internal Protocol NMEA (Binary format) Positioning accuracy Position: 10m CEP(50%) Velocity: 0.2m/s (50%) Navigation Update Rate 1 second (Default) Navigation method All-In-View solution 2-Satelite solution Time to First Fix (TTFF) Hot Start: 12 sec’ Warm Start: 35 sec’ Cold Start: 50 sec’ CPU Capacity Static RAM 128 Kb Nonvolatile memory 34 Kb Flash Memory 2048 Kb Inputs/Outputs Digital Inputs 3 (Reefers) Light Sensor 1 Inputs (Dry-van) Push-button 3 Light sensor 1 Battery Pack Type Li-Ion (Dry-van) Capacity 5000 mAh Com Port RS232 Reefers: 9,600 bps Dry-van: 115,200 bps (default) Industry Approvals 4
- 5. DNS Support: Connection to a server by its host name Key Features Backup Server: Backup host name support in case of main management server has gone offline. Programmable Events: Events can be defined to both transmit Encryption: Protocol encryption to provide maximum and act on complex events. For example, you’ll be alerted security between the vehicle and the center. if the container is broken into - even if the break-in bypasses External Protocol Support: Support for external devices for the door. 3rd party protocols, such as text terminal or RFID readers Speed restrictions: Programmable alerts whenever the Compact Protocol: Less than 70 bytes per message enables container goes above/below a pre-defined speed, to detect very small bandwidth usage and saves communication costs. over hastiness, and unauthorized stops. Zigbee Connection: 2.4GHz Zigbee Radio protocol to Perimeter based alerts: Geo-fencing alerts when a container support connecting to sensor over RF, and transmitting is entering/leaving/not entering/not leaving a specified of packets to central stations without the use of the designated area at a specified time. cellular network. Values Monitoring: Monitoring of analog inputs to alert when Over-The-Air commands temperatures exceed the limit. Firmware Upgrade: Over the air firmware upgrade to apply Mileage Transmissions: Periodic mileage transmissions for new features to already-installed units. the container's needed maintenance. Status Requests: Ability to request for the latest status of Automated Tracking: Automatic support for container the vehicle, and receives the entire information about all tracking at specified time, without sending additional the inputs, outputs, and location information. commands. Tracking: Option to remotely engage periodic transmissions Alarm System from the unit in the intervals of 10 seconds up to 5 days. Security System: Complete operational security system with Tracking Interval By Channel: Different transmissions different logic states to detect break-ins and report to intervals can be set to each communication channel used- the center. SMS/GPRS/EDGE/Roaming.. Times Programming: Complete control over the alarm system Miscellaneous timing (the intervals at which the unit stays in each of the Internal Logging: Whenever a transmission fails to be sent, alarm system logic modes). the entire message is saved to the memory for later Towing Detection: GPS-based detection of movement while transmission. 50,000 complete messages including statuses the system is armed produces a towing alert to the center. can be recorded this way. Container Protection Low Power Mode: Option to switch to a low power mode Accident and falling: Built-in accelerometer serves as both (up to 14mA) whenever the alarm system is armed. accident and a harsh braking detector. Fully Certified: Fully certified and complies with the highest standards of the automotive industry. Communication GSM Quarter Band: Support for GSM networks, while using Location both the SMS channel and the GPRS/EDGE channels. GPS Receiver: Built in GPS receiver connected to the unit, Supported bands are 850/900/1800/1900. allowing real-time tracking and on-board location-based TCP Connectivity: Support for the GPRS/1x TCP/IP networks analysis. by either staying online at all times, or coming online when Last Location Saving: Saving of the vehicle's last position, a transmission is initiated. in case of going out of GPS coverage. 5 For further information: www.starcomsystems.com For information about accessories: office@starcomsystems.com
- 6. Cl o se d do or O pe n do or Internally located part Light sensor Externally located part System Core (CPU, GPS, GSM) Antennas case (GSM, GPS, Zigbee) Battery Touch sensor (detects whether the unit Door sensor is installed) Optional button 6 For further information: www.starcomsystems.com For information about accessories: office@starcomsystems.com