MIDLAND Geopoint Box SMS - Manual (Page 19)

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Preliminary Procedures
Preliminary Procedures
This chapter contains all the information on the preliminary procedures relevant to the tracker use.
Inserting the SIM Card and Battery
The SIM card allows to receive and transmit data and calls by means of the GSM network. Pay attention when
choosing the contract type to make with the SIM card provider, since it could affect the tracker communication
functions. For example, in case of:
a prepaid SIM card, communication between the tracker and the provided software is made exclusively •
through SMS text or GPRS network.
a SIM card with subscription, communication between the tracker and the provided software is made
•
through SMS text, GPRS network or also sending/receiving data (only if the data number has been
activated by the network provider).
The SIM card is not included in the package. To buy one, please contact the network service provider or
specialized retailer.
WARNING: For a proper tracker operation, in case of prepaid SIM card, make sure that the
account is not exhausted.
WARNING: If the battery is not inserted within 30 seconds, the date and time settings will be
erased.
WARNING: Before inserting the SIM card, check if it is protected by a PIN code. If the PIN code
has been activated, disable it by means of a mobile phone.
WARNING: Inserting a SIM card, any SMS message contained in it will be deleted. Therefore,
it is advisable to carry out a data back-up before SIM card insertion.