MIDLAND Geopoint Box SMS - Manual (Page 16)

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General Information
Network Services
In order to use some tracker functions, such as sending and/or receiving SMS messages, data communication,
GPRS, etc., it is necessary to get access through the network service provider.
GSM / GPRS Network
The GSM network (Global System for Mobile Communications) is a data transmission system available from
the network service provider. For further information about availability, services and relevant costs of SIM
cards, please contact the network provider.
The GPRS network (General Packet Radio Services) is a high speed data transmission system. If available,
this system allows the continuous connection to the network. The supply mode of the GPRS services can
change according to the network provider.
In the event that the network service coverage is missing, some tracker functions may not be available.
After having carried out all settings, the GPRS communication can be enabled:
automatically, if the rate for cyclic GPRS connection has been set. •
manually, sending the proper SMS command to the tracker by means of a GSM device (e.g. a mobile •
phone). The tracker will send a reply message and start GPRS connection with the provided software.
For the manual connection, the provided software can accept the connection automatically if the Autoanswer
function was enabled, if not, the provided software will display a confi rmation message to open the
communication channel.
For the automatic cyclic connection, the provided software will accept and close automatically the
connection.