Rainbow Star RF-V16 User Manual

RF-V16 GPS/GSM/GPRS Tracker
User Guide – Web based setup
1. Microphone 4. Telephone number 1 9. SIM card slot 11. Speaker
2. Power button 5. GPS LED 10. SIM card cover 12. Lanyard loop hole
3. Min-USB port 6. SOS button
7. GSM/GPRS LED
8. Telephone number 2
INITIAL SETUP
1. Unpack the box and check the contents agree with the following:
a. 1 x RF-V16 tracker unit
b. 1 x USB power supply cord
c. 1 x USB plug connector
2. Purchase a micro-SIM card from your preferred mobile network operator and credit with a
minimum of R10.00. Ensure data is loaded as well as voice minutes.
3. Activate the SIM card from a mobile phone before inserting it into the tracker unit.
4. Ensure that the tracker unit is powered off before inserting or extracting the sim card at any
time.
5. Insert the sim card into your RF-V16 tracker as follows:
6. To release the sim card, press it in again and it will spring out.

Rainbow Star RF-V16 Specifications

General

Model	RF-V16
Category	GPS
Battery	1000mAh
Standby Time	300 hours
Charging Time	2-3 hours
Waterproof Rating	IP67
GPS	Yes
SOS Button	Yes
Two-Way Calling	Yes
Voice Monitoring	Yes
Geo-Fence	Yes
Compatibility	iOS, Android

Summary

Initial Setup Guide

Unpacking and SIM Card Preparation

Unpack the tracker, purchase and activate a SIM card, and ensure the unit is powered off before insertion.

SIM Card Insertion and Release

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the micro-SIM card into the RF-V16 tracker and releasing it.

Powering On, Charging, and Indicators

Device Power Operations

Instructions for powering the tracker on and off, including startup and shutdown tunes.

Charging and Status Lights

Guide to charging the device, understanding charger light indicators, and battery life.

Signal Acquisition and LED Status

Details on how the device acquires GSM/GPRS and GPS signals and their corresponding LED indicators.

Web Configuration and Tracking

Accessing the Web Tracking Interface

Instructions to access the web platform (www.gps123.org) and set language preferences.

Login and Device Identification

How to log in using the tracker's ID number and password, and locate device identification details.

Understanding Position Data

Explanation of GPS and GSM/GPRS positioning accuracy and factors affecting it.

Device Information Setup

Configuring target name, SIM info, and contact numbers for the tracker via the web interface.

Device Settings Configuration

Setting parameters like upload interval, SOS numbers, SMS language, and disturbance modes.