Vehicle Tracker Offer updated 09/07/ 2014 New price

[Savvi]

I've currently got a very small (size of a matchbox) portable tracker system.

 

It's possible to hard wire a charge socket to keep it topped up or you can just charge it when you need to via the mains, which i believe could make a good system for our type of cars. ?

 

Good points are:

 

It's a pay as you go sms type system which means you have no subscritions to pay.

 

The cost of the unit is a lot cheaper then normal trackers @ £196 all in to include a hard wire car charger.

 

You can set up "geo fencing" this means if the vehicle or person goes outside a set area you get a text message and / or a email.

 

Below is a pic of the control console you operate and track from via explorer and silverlite installed on any Pc connected to the web, you can also use a pda type phone.

 

This can also be used on pets kids or the elderly, a full charge can last upto 30 days on "standby" which wakes up if disturbed !!!

 

 

 

I need to purchase 10 units for my 1st order so as said testing the water any comments or questions welcome

 

 

I'm not making huge profits just trying to cover cost's etc.

[zetecmk2]

i like the sound of this!

[Savvi]

N/a as unit updated

[samurai]

Only explorer? What about firefox?

 

Does it work in other counties to?

 

Do you have pictures of the unit and lead?

 

[Savvi]

•Pay As You Go – Avoid excessive monthly contracts. Just buy top-up credits from us when you need.

•Track Worldwide – With the exception of a handful of countries you can track the device almost anywhere in the world.

•Accurate – High quality components enable Loc8tor GPS to achieve an accuracy as close as 5 metres (can vary with location)

•Near Real Time Tracking – On your computer or get the address sent direct to you mobile phone

•Set Invisible Boundaries – Define areas that your device can or can’t go into and then be alerted by e-mail or text.

•Water Resistant – Will stay dry despite spills and drops.

•Long Battery Life – (rechargeable) Typically between 4 and 9 days. Depending on settings and frequency of use.

•Panic Button* – Optional extra that can inform your contacts exactly where your Loc8tor GPS is when pressed.

•Reporting – Go back and see exactly where your device has been on any day.

 

Charge lead:

 

Not sure about firefox, i'll try it !!! YES IT WORKS.

 

I'll take a pic of the unit but it's just a small white box about the size of a modern car key remote

[petrolhead]

That looks really good Savvi

[Savvi]

Cheers, been testing it over the weekend and it seems to be as good as most of the expensive fitted ones i use.

 

Here's some pics showing how small it is next to a Vauxhall car key.

 

Front View:

 

 

Side View:

 

 

Then you also get a leather case which has a belt strap useful for walking use:

 

[willmk2]

That's pretty cool that !!

[marky4]

looks good

[Kieran]

Looks good

[stuartp]

i'd be well interested in one of those

[escort21]

i'd be well up for one of them too

[Noodles]

Looks good How well estabished is the company that do it all what i mean is will they go pop in a year and then the unit wont work?

[D-FENS]

Any idea how long these have been on the market .Often hear the phrase "you get what you pay for " ,do these seem good value in your opinion Savvi .

[Savvi]

I've known the company for a couple of years, you can get a similar thing on ebay from China for less then these but this is a Uk company who have a good name in the business.

 

 

Yes you do get what you pay for, if i'm honest i'd tell you to buy a Cobra traq 1st for £400 fitted, plus £163.50 per year subscribtion but like everyone else i know the cost's will add up and people won't purchase them

 

I have had to buy the one i have, which will be going into my vehicle, i've done this because after looking for 18 months or so this seems to be good value for money and cheap to run compared to a normal fitted system, i've tried others which have been ok, but not up to this.

 

That's all i can say at the moment the company is called l8cator, you can go on their site and buy direct if you prefer, i'm trying to get some numbers and do a group buy, this should give you all a small discount on the normal price, plus by me being a dealer for them i can have a say and feedback others comments direct to the people in technical rather then some sales guy who you would be dealing with.

[petrolhead]

all good stuff, small correction its loc8tor not l8cator

[Savvi]

[Savvi]

A little update, i had this fitted into one of my vehicles for the last 2 weeks, so i now have some data and some screen shots to give a good idea of the data this little beauty gives out

 

 

A close up veiw of the same data

 

 

Then a excel spreadsheet showing all the details !!!

 

 

I have a couple of orders so far, if anyone is interested can you let me know as i have a minuim order to reach.

[sambo]

Great little device mate. I am thinking about it........

[Andrade]

o.O very interesting!

[Savvi]

I've managed to do a deal today i can have 5 to start with at a discounted price of £175 for the unit and £27 for the hardwire kit.

 

The only extra will be your top credits to run the unit !!!

[Fiesta Steve]

Anymore info on how the top up works, how much is it, what do you get for that price etc etc..

[Savvi]

Here you go all the info here:

 

http://www.loc8tor.co.uk/Store/catalog/ ... s,120.aspx

 

FAQS

Q. Now that I received the Loc8tor GPS, how do I use it?

A. Turn on the Loc8tor GPS and place it outside or close to a window (in direct line-of-sight with satellites) so that the device can pick up and register your position. Visit www.loc8tor.co.uk/activate to activate and register your device and create a secure and memorable password for future logins into the tracking panel. After registering the device, please visit www.loc8tor.co.uk/login to start tracking the device.

 

Q. How do I activate the device?

A. All you need to do is visit www.loc8tor.co.uk/activate and enter the device IMEI and SIM numbers in the appropriate fields. Enter your Title, Name and Surname, a memorable Password and the country where you are planning to use the device. You will also need to accept the General Terms and Conditions of Sale and Use before you can proceed with your activation. Your unique IMEI and SIM numbers are printed on the card found inside the box containing the Loc8tor GPS.

 

Q. Why do I need to register the device?

A. You will need to register your device on the website to protect your device positions. Your memorable password will secure access to this information.

 

Q - I have activated my GPS device from the activation page but I am seeing a black screen in the Tracking Panel. How can I fix this?

A - You need to install Microsoft Silverlight on your computer to view the panel properly. Follow the link to go to our Microsoft Silverlight installation guide.

 

Q. How long should I expect the Loc8tor GPS battery to last?

A. On default settings, you can use the Loc8tor GPS continuously for 6 to 10 days. The more frequent you receive locates or SMSs, the more battery life the device uses. You can extend the frequency of the Locate sends to extend battery life. Climate also affects the battery life. If the GPS signal is weak due to clouds or high-rise buildings, the Loc8tor GPS will keep searching for the best GPS signal, thus using power.

 

Q. Why do I need to top up?

A. The Loc8tor GPS will need to send the location of the device to the tracking panel. The SMS and Positions credits are clearly shown on your panel (bottom left hand side of panel). “Locates” uses GPRS technology (General Packet Radio Service) as opposed to the standard GSM used by other GPS trackers on the market. GPRS is far cheaper than GSM. You can also send commands to you Loc8tor GPS from your computer or mobile/cell phone. The device can also send you an SMS with its location. Please bear in mind that it can take up to 24 hours for the credits to be activated on your account.

 

Q. How best should I use the product?

A. This depends on the purpose of use. You can use the Loc8tor GPS to track your pet, your kids on a school trip or with their friends in the park, your teenage kid who just got their driving licence, on motorbikes, on employee vehicles, on a road trip/ holiday or even on your partner if you suspect they are cheating on you. The list is endless! All you need to do is make sure you have enough battery life on the device and enough SMS and Locate credits to last the whole journey.

 

Q. Why am I not getting full coverage outside?

A. Do you mean a poor GPS signal due to thick cloud cover or high-rise buildings or trees? Or are you referring to lack of GSM network? Just like any other GPS product on the market, the device needs a clear line-of-sight with satellites to operate. The GSM network is the same GSM network used for your mobile phone. You will note that some areas are not covered by network providers and reception might be affected. The GPS device does not work in Japan or North Korea but works anywhere else in the world.

 

Q. Can I use my mobile/cell phone to track the device?

A. Yes you can and the best bit is that you do not need the latest expensive phone to do so. Activate this feature then call your device, let the phone ring three times, then hang up. The device will send a text to your phone with the address where the Loc8tor GPS is at (the majority of the GPS trackers on the market today send you just Longitude and Latitude coordinates meaning you will have to manually locate the device using a computer).

 

Q. What do I get when I buy Locates?

A. The device will send you its position at preset intervals. Default settings are set to once every 5 minutes but you can change that to send as frequently as every 10 seconds.

 

Q. What do I get when I buy SMS?

A. SMS (Short Message Service) are sent only when you request the location from the tracking panel or from your mobile phone, when the Panic Button is activated or when the device exits or enters a preset safe zone. You can turn on or off the safe zone or Geo-fences from the tracking panel. You will also use SMS credits when you change settings on your device and when the battery is running low.

 

Q. How do I set up Alerts?

A. The Panic Button and the Geo-fence (Safety zone) features can be activated and set up from your tracking panel. To do so, you will need to enter the device contacts’ numbers or even email address. These are the recipients of the alert messages when the panic button is activated or the device breaches the geo-fence.

 

Q. How best should I use the product?

A. This very versatile tracker can be used on several applications from tracking your pet, your kid on a school outing or out in the park, tracking vehicles (employees’ or partners’) or motor bikes or asset protection. The list is endless! Activate the Panic and the Mobile tracking features to get the most out of the device.

 

Q. How can I track the Loc8tor GPS if I am abroad?

A. Just find a PC with an internet connection, go to www.loc8tor.co.uk/login and enter your IMEI number and your password. You will have the same access as if you are at home. Alternatively, call the device from your mobile to get the current location of the device.

 

Q. Is the device water resistant?

A. The device is certified to withstand the occasional splash. Make sure the USB connection cover is closed properly.

[Savvi]

Ok

 

I've done a deal i need 4 more units to be bought so i can place a order..........

 

Anyone seriously interested in watching your car while parked up this winter give me a call, email or Pm

 

 

Price is now £175 for the unit, and £27.00 for a hard wire charging lead suitable for charging from you vehicle, £5.50 post.

 

This will give you all the hardware you need once regestered you buy credit to be able to text or locate you chosen vehicle, via your Pc, laptop or mobile phone.

[Savvi]

Update on this as reading through things have change over the last year

 

 

I moved away from loc8tor as i found the support poor and they had not upgraded to the newer version tracker which is more then twice as good !!!

 

So i'm now on another server and hopefully will soon be a dealer complete with my own labelled panel and website to purchase and obtain tracking credits www.savvitrak.co.uk I had not updated as this is still in early days but with recent events of more thefts taking place waiting may mean another car could go missing

 

Even if i cant have the units on my panel, i can still get you up & running on one of these within a few days once payment is received, by doing this i still need a min order.