+ choice of Capturs/Sigfox subscription from 19,90€ excl. VAT/year
Subscription at 19,90€ excl. VAT/year with 3 years commitment
Subscription at 26,90€ excl. VAT/year with 2 years commitment
Subscription at 29,90€ excl. VAT/year with 1 year commitment
This pack contains:
●The Capturs Model B GPS Tracker: 104€ excl. VAT the unit
● Choice of Capturs/Sigfox subscription: from 19,90€ excl. VAT/year
●Access to the Capturs premium platform/application and API
● Micro-USB cable
● Waterproof pouch
● 20 SMS
⚠ Decreasing prices according to volume: contact us
Capturs Model B GPS tracker
Free delivery in France.
104€ excl. VAT
+ choice of Capturs/Sigfox subscription from 19,90€ excl. VAT/year
Subscription at 19,90€ excl. VAT/year with 3 years commitment
Subscription at 26,90€ excl. VAT/year with 2 years commitment
Subscription at 29,90€ excl. VAT/year with 1 year commitment
This pack contains:
●The Capturs Model B GPS Tracker: 104€ excl. VAT the unit ● Choice of Capturs/Sigfox subscription: from 19,90€ excl. VAT/year ●Access to the Capturs premium platform/application and API ● Micro-USB cable ● Waterproof pouch ● 20 SMS
⚠ Decreasing prices according to volume: contact us
Your GPS position is sent on the Internet every 10 minutes (accuracy of the track about 3min). Tracking interface on PC/Mac, tablet, smartphone. In France and in Europe depending on the coverage of the Sigfox network accessible via Sigfox.com.
Battery life
Several weeks to several months of autonomy, depending on your use and GPS settings. An alert is sent when the battery falls below 20% so that you can recharge it.
Button
A button in the center of the tracker allows you to turn on and off the tracker. It also allows you to send alerts that you have programmed.
API
Use the raw data sent by the Capturs tracker on a third party system (ERP, mapping system, CRM…) using the Capturs API.
Size / Weight
68x42x24 mm, 60g. The GPS tracker is sober, elegant and fits easily in the pocket of a bag.
Sigfox network
The Capturs tracker uses the Sigfox Ultra-Narrow-Band network dedicated to the Internet of Things. A one-year subscription is included with the beacon when purchased, then access to the Sigfox network in subsequent years is based on a subscription, which can be viewed here. See the map of Sigfox map coverage.
Micro-USB port
Battery recharging and PC/Mac connectivity for data export and software updates is done via a standard Micro-USB interface.
Waterproof
A waterproof pouch is delivered with the Capturs GPS tracker.
Data export
The trajectories are recorded in the tracker (precision 1 position/min) to be able to export them in .GPX or .CSV, via your PC/Mac.
No smartphone
The tracker is autonomous and extremely simple. You don’t need a phone or a SIM card to use it. You just have to slip the tracker in your pocket. As for your entourage, they can follow you on their PC/Mac, tablet or smartphone.
Real time tracking
Your GPS position is sent on the Internet every 10 minutes (accuracy of the track about 3min). Tracking interface on PC/Mac, tablet, smartphone. In France and in Europe depending on the coverage of the Sigfox network accessible via Sigfox.com.
Sigfox network
The Capturs tracker uses the Sigfox Ultra-Narrow-Band network dedicated to the Internet of Things. A one-year subscription is included with the beacon when purchased, then access to the Sigfox network in subsequent years is based on a subscription, which can be viewed here. See the map of Sigfox map coverage.
Battery life
Several weeks to several months of autonomy, depending on your use and GPS settings. An alert is sent when the battery falls below 20% so that you can recharge it.
Button
A button in the center of the tracker allows you to turn on and off the tracker. It also allows you to send alerts that you have programmed.
Data export
The trajectories are recorded in the tracker (precision 1 position/min) to be able to export them in .GPX or .CSV, via your PC/Mac.
API
Use the raw data sent by the Capturs tracker on a third party system (ERP, mapping system, CRM…) using the Capturs API.
Size / Weight
68x42x24 mm, 60g. The GPS tracker is sober, elegant and fits easily in the pocket of a bag.
Micro-USB port
Battery recharging and PC/Mac connectivity for data export and software updates is done via a standard Micro-USB interface.
Waterproof
A waterproof pouch is delivered with the Capturs GPS tracker.
No smartphone
The tracker is autonomous and extremely simple. You don’t need a phone or a SIM card to use it. You just have to slip the tracker in your pocket. As for your entourage, they can follow you on their PC/Mac, tablet or smartphone.
The Capturs platform: simple and powerful
From your computer, tablet or smartphone, access the Connect interface or the Capturs mobile application.
Monitor all your GPS trackers
Manage and track in real time all your Capturs, GSM or Sigfox GPS trackers from the web interface or from the free Capturs application.
Overview on the map
View your GPS tracker information in real time on the map as well as all associated tracks and stopping points.
Create SMS/Email alerts
Configure several types of SMS/Email alerts: motion or immobility detection, zone entry/exit, etc.
Share trajectories and positions
Share the location of GPS trackers by generating unique URLs. Send these links to whoever you want, activate/deactivate them on demand.
Zone entry/exit reports
Create your own zones, generate your zone entry and exit reports automatically and export them to Excel or Google Data Studio.
Generate advanced analyses
Generate automatic reports: alerts, zones, movement, temperature, events, etc. Create custom dashboards and graphs.
Find your stop points
The stops of your GPS trackers are referenced via a table but also in the form of an easy to understand and analyse agenda.
Reliable and secure connection
Register and create a Capturs account via Email, Google, Facebook or Apple. The connection is secure and your GPS trackers will only be associated with one account.
Capturs software to go further.
Download the Capturs software on your computer and connect the Capturs GPS tracker thanks to the micro-USB cable included in your pack. Update the firmware of your tracker, retrieve the data and export it as you wish.
How do I associate my device to my Capturs Account?
1 – On Connect or the Capturs application, open the left menu and click on My Devices.
2 – Click on the button + to access to the addition of the new device.
3 – Complete the serial number (S/N) and the activation key (Key) indicated on the back of the device. (It is normal that the first letter (A or B) of the S/N does not then appear in the device name because it is the device’s model indicator.)
or
Click on the QR code icon and scan the back of the device.
Why does the interface say “device already registered”?
The device can only be registered for one user account. If you try to add it to a second account, this message will appear. You must delete it from the old account before you can save it to a new one.
1 – On Connect or the Capturs application, open the left menu and click on My Devices. You can see the information of your trackers (device and/or smartphone).
2 – To change the name of your device, click on the icon
on the right side of your screen, in the insert corresponding to your device.
3 – To change the picture of your device, click on the icon
on the left side of your screen, in the insert corresponding to your device. You can then upload the photo of your choice, within a limit of 2Mo, with the icon
.
How do I configure the interval for live tracking or recording of my device positions?
To configure the time intervals of the device’s messages, it is necessary to have the Capturs software for PC/Mac and to connect the device to the computer via USB cable.
How do I download the Capturs software?
The Capturs software for PC and Mac is available for download on the page https://www.capturs.com/en/download/.
The Capturs software is essential for the configuration of your device and the export to your Capturs space of the tracks recorded via the logger.
2 – Go to “Settings” at the top in the middle of the menu.
3 – You will be able to choose the time intervals.
The interval between messages, corresponds to the time between the data sent by the device via the Sigfox network.
The interval between GPS positions, corresponds to the time between the fixed position by the device, and thus the time interval of the device.
The Capturs software for PC and Mac is available for download on the page https://www.capturs.com/en/download/.
The Capturs software is essential for the configuration of your device and the export to your Capturs space of the tracks recorded via the logger.
In order to send an alert, you have to create one and configure it.
Enter the email addresses and/or phone numbers of your relatives in the configuration of your alert.
To send an alert, you must be in an area covered by the Sigfox network (for the trackers) or by GSM (for the smartphone).
How to create and configure an alert?
1 – On Connect or the Capturs application, open the left menu and click on My Alerts.
2 – Choose the GPS tracker you want to configure.
3 – To create a new alert, click on
. Choose the type of alert in the scroll bar that appears.
4 – Click on the icon
to set up your alert.
Possible configurations:
– Add a name to the alert.
– Enable automatic reactivation of the alert.
– Create time slots for triggering alerts.
– Choose the type of sending of the alert (SMS, Email, API Callback)
Alert content:
– Add one or more Emails, phone numbers, etc..
– Customize the subject and content of the alert as you wish.
– Check the “Share link activated” case if you want to share your tracking link in the alert.
For area alerts:
– Customize the zones by pressing the dots around the red zone.
– Create round or polygonal areas.
– Capturs Systems Connect specific: select an area already registered in the library.
If it’s a click button alert (Model B/A): Just click on the button in the middle of the GPS tracker according to the chosen alert (1 click, 2 clicks, 4 clicks or a long click). The blue led at the bottom left of the GPS tracker will blink as many times as you clicked on the button.
If it is the 3 clicks alert (Model B/A): In the case of the 3-click alert, there is an acknowledgement function: after pressing the button 3 times, the “red” and “green” leds will start flashing alternately until the acknowledgement is received, where the green led will flash rapidly. If this is not the case, the red led will blink quickly and the GPS tracker will try to send the alert again 10 minutes later and start blinking alternately until validation or not of the data reception.
If it is a area alert: Your alert is sent automatically when your GPS tracker (device or smartphone) enters or leaves the area you have configured.
If it is a motion alert: When your device is stationary and hasn’t moved for a while, your motion alert will be triggered when the tracker’s motion is detected.
If it is a no motion alert: An alert will be sent when the GPS tracker has been stationary for a set time.
If it is a low battery alert (Model B, A and C): An alert will be sent when the battery is less than 20% of its capacity.
If it is a power-off alert (Model B/A): An alert will be sent when the GPS tracker is turned off, i.e. when someone turns it off.
If it is an absence alert (Model B, A and C): An alert will be sent when the GPS tracker is not present in a predefined area at the scheduled time.
How do I start a live tracking using my Capturs device?
To start a live tracking using your Capturs GSP tracker, you need to have it registered on your Capturs account and to have an active subscription for real-time data transmission.
How do I associate my device to my Capturs Account?
1 – On Connect or the Capturs application, open the left menu and click on My Devices.
2 – Click on the button + to access to the addition of the new device.
3 – Complete the serial number (S/N) and the activation key (Key) indicated on the back of the device. (It is normal that the first letter (A or B) of the S/N does not then appear in the device name because it is the device’s model indicator.)
or
Click on the QR code icon and scan the back of the device.
Why does the interface say “device already registered”?
The device can only be registered for one user account. If you try to add it to a second account, this message will appear. You must delete it from the old account before you can save it to a new one.
Then simply take it with you or fix/place it. The device must be on and with battery to send its position when it is in motion.
The Capturs OBD GPS Tracker must be connected to the vehicle’s OBD II socket and the Capturs Power GPS Tracker must be connected to the vehicle battery.
Why isn’t my device sending a position?
If the device does transmit on Sigfox but there are no positions sent at the same time, this may be due to several phenomena specific to devices using satellite positioning systems.
The main position losses come from the stalling of the signals between the device and the satellites, thus preventing the triangulation of the position:
– From GPS fix just after departure, cold, where the device could no longer see the constellation of the satellites, and therefore needs about 3 minutes before starting to move to find their position and thus start to fix its position correctly.
– From the outside environment: trees, buildings and even clouds can prevent the proper reception of data from a satellite and can cause triangulation to be prevented or accuracy to be lost.
GPS Tracker Capturs Model B: A simple press on the central button of the tracker allows it to be switched on, if there is enough battery, and to start sending positions in real time. To turn off the tracker, you must keep the button pressed for about 5 seconds. The leds of the tracker will have the following behaviour: after 3 seconds the blue led will light up, then by keeping pressed, the red led will light up about 2 seconds later. You can release the button when the tracker is off.
GPS Tracker Capturs Model C : If the battery is inserted, the GPS tracker starts automatically. If a tab is fitted to the GPS tracker, gently pull it out and gently tighten the 4 screws (standard Model C) to close the case properly.
To turn off the GPS tracker, remove the battery.
GPS Tracker Capturs OBD: To turn the GPS tracker on and off, simply plug and unplug it from the vehicle’s OBD II socket.
GPS Tracker Capturs Power: To turn the GPS tracker on and off, simply plug and unplug it from the vehicle’s battery.
GPS Tracker Capturs Performance GSM: To switch the GPS tracker on and off, simply press and hold the button on the edge for about 5 seconds.
GPS Tracker Capturs Endurance GSM : To switch the GPS tracker on and off, open the case and press the ON/OFF switch located inside.
To update the firmware of the device, it is necessary to have the Capturs software for PC/Mac and to connect the device to the computer via USB cable.
How do I download the Capturs software?
The Capturs software for PC and Mac is available for download on the page https://www.capturs.com/en/download/.
The Capturs software is essential for the configuration of your device and the export to your Capturs space of the tracks recorded via the logger.
How do I use my device in “flight mode” (3D mode)?
To configure the “flight mode” or 3D of the device, it is necessary to have the Capturs software for PC/Mac and to connect the device to the computer via USB cable.
How do I download the Capturs software?
The Capturs software for PC and Mac is available for download on the page https://www.capturs.com/en/download/.
The Capturs software is essential for the configuration of your device and the export to your Capturs space of the tracks recorded via the logger.
2 – Go to “Settings” at the top middle of the menu and you will be able to choose this parameter.
When the “flight mode” or 3D mode of the device is deactivated, it will send previous positions of the device, allowing real-time tracking with an accuracy of about 3 minutes. And when it is activated, the device will send its speed and altitude when sending the last known position.
The logger of the device allows the recording of positions closer than the positions sent in real time thanks to the Sigfox network.
In order to retrieve these recorded positions, it is necessary to connect the device with the USB cable to a PC/Mac and launch the Capturs software available for download on the site (https://www.capturs.com/en/download/). And thanks to the software and the computer’s internet connection, the recorded positions are retrieved and then visible on the web and mobile interface.
How do I download the Capturs software?
The Capturs software for PC and Mac is available for download on the page https://www.capturs.com/en/download/.
The Capturs software is essential for the configuration of your device and the export to your Capturs space of the tracks recorded via the logger.
The battery varies depending on usage, device shutdowns and device configurations on the Capturs software (available for Capturs Model B or Model A only). It can last up to several months.
The battery of the Capturs OBD and POWER GPS trackers is unlimited as it is linked to the vehicle battery.
How to charge the device and know the percentage of battery remaining?
We supply a Micro-USB cable. To charge the device, simply plug it into the cable and plug it into a USB socket or your computer. While the deviceis charging, the led in the bottom right corner will light up in “red”. When the battery is 100% charged, this led will become “green”.
To find out the battery percentage of your device, log on to the web platform or application.
In “My Devices”:
In the left menu, “Devices” then “My Devices”, you can see the information of your device and its battery percentage.
On the map: Select the device for which you want to know the information in the top blue box. Click on the icon
at the bottom right of your screen and the information will appear with the percentage of your battery.
“Low battery” alert:
Create a low battery alert. The alert will be triggered when the battery is at less than 20% of its capacity and you will receive an SMS or email, depending on the configuration of your alert.
Metallic environment
A metallic environment disturbs Sigfox radio waves and can lead to signal losses. Do not use Sensors near or surrounded by a large metal object (water bottle).
GPS Fix
When it hasn’t been working for some time, the GPS needs to know the satellite constellation. It will automatically download the ephemeris and store it in its memory to get its position faster in the next fix. The first fix can thus be longer depending on the environment. A clear environment during the first fix will improve system performance. The ephemeris is valid for about 4 hours.
GPS does not work indoors. The Sigfox network, on the other hand, will often be operational. Movement information without position indications can thus be used in the software in a transparent way for the user, thus increasing its capacities. An approximate position can also be given by radio triangulation.
Device position
Position the device preferably with the eyelet facing up and the face with the Capturs Logo facing out. Do not attach the device to the eyelet as the vibratory motion of the pendulum will affect performance. The ideal is an external backpack pocket, such as a mesh pocket that is well maintained in the indicated position. Otherwise, position the device with the face with the Capturs logo facing upwards.
Wearing the device on a person
The principle of radio waves emission applies: the less obstacles we have, i.e. the more we are facing a free field, the better the result will be.
Thus on a person, the ideal is to carry it in an external pocket of the backpack or on the belt well maintained in the right direction, following the principles of positioning explained in the previous paragraphs. Avoid places where the beacon moves in all directions, turns over, vibrates too much or undergoes a continuous pendulum movement.
The device will also work in pockets or bags, as the environment may have an influence. A metal frame or formwork will greatly degrade radio performance.
The higher the device is carried, with no obstructions around it, and is well maintained, the better the result will be.
The Model B (and A) Capturs GPS tracker is not waterproof and has no IP certification, but we provide with each GPS tracker a waterproof pouch that allows the GPS tracker to be sheltered from water.
The Model C Capturs, Endurance GSM and Power GPS trackers are certified IP67. They are waterproof, dustproof and weather resistant.
Please note that the Model C Beehive GPS tracker is not waterproof, unlike the standard Model C.
The GPS tracker Capturs Performance GSM is IPX5 certified. It is protected against water splashes from all directions.
What are the sports where it is possible to use the Capturs device?
You can use the Capturs device for all your outdoor sports, including: Hiking, walking, trekking, running, trailrunning, triathlon, cycling, motorcycling, kayaking, swimming, canoeing, rollerblading, skateboarding, hunting, skiing, snowboarding, paragliding, horseback riding, sailing, surfing, boating…
What limitations and warnings should I be aware of?
CAPTURS IS NOT A SAFETY DEVICE. PANIC BUTTON DOES NOT CALL OR REPLACE A CALL TO OFFICIAL RESCUE TEAMS.
You are using Capturs at your own risk and you fully understand that Capturs does not prevent from any accident or hazards.
Remember to always prefer calling official emergency phone numbers (e.g 112 in Europe) in case of any emergency. Capturs is not affiliated to a rescue team or any safety organization.
Sending Sigfox radio messages and acquiring GPS signals are systems that have limits depending on the conditions of use and of the environment. Messages may be lost or not delivered. We cannot bring us responsible for accidents. For more information visit https://www.capturs.com/disclaimer.
Capturs SAS denies liability and does not accept any reponsibility in case of an accident.
You can send different types of alerts depending on your tracker.
Model B (or A) Capturs GPS tracker: Area entry, area exit, motion detection, no motion, powering-Off, absence, 3 press button, 1 press button, 2 press button, 4 press button, 1 long press button and low battery.
Model C Capturs GPS tracker: Area entry, area exit, motion detection, no motion, absence, low battery.
Smartphone tracker via Capturs application: Area entry, area exit, motion detection, no motion.
The Analytics feature allows you to have advanced analysis on the activity and events of your Capturs trackers. These analyses are designed with Google Data Studio using your trackers data. They are represented in the form of various tables and graphs.
How do I access it?
1 – On Capturs Systems Connect, open the left menu and click on Analytics.
2 – Go to the advanced analyses: select date, zone and tracker. Scroll through the different tables and graphs by clicking on < > at the bottom of the page. Click on Google Data Studio at the bottom of this page for additional analyses.
You don’t have access to this feature? Contact support@capturs.com.
1 – On Capturs Systems Connect, open the left menu and click on Areas.
2 – Click on the button + to access to the addition of the new area.
3 – Create a specific area by moving the points that surround it, give it a name, a color and validate. Create all the areas you need this way.
4 – All the areas you created are now on the map at the top of this same page. They are also saved in the library of your account in order to reuse them by creating area alerts.
5 – The check in / check out table is at the bottom of the same page. It allows you to have precise data on the trackers that have entered or left these areas, as well as the times and dates.
How to understand, use and customize the raw data table?
1 – On Capturs Systems Connect, open the left menu and click on Raw data.
2 – Select a tracker in the search bar to bring up the table.
3 – Click on
to choose the columns you are interested in. The columns are : Date, type, Sigfox sequence, event sequence, is moving, temperature, battery charge, GPS latitude, GPS longitude, GPS position, GPS altitude, GPS speed, GPS accuracy, software version, time stamp and tracker ID.
4 – You can now analyze the table and graphs that correspond to the raw data emitted by your tracker. These are doubts the data sent by the tracker to each event received by the tracker.
Points of Interest (POIs) are your own landmarks. You can easily create them by entering a street address or by pointing to the map. They will be displayed on the map if you select the “points of interest” icon on the right side of the screen. Also, easily find your points of interest on the map by filtering them using the top bar that appears when you have saved POIs. With the “Labels” tool, customize your points of interest even better by categorizing them with colors.
What does the trajectory from the network triangulation correspond to?
When you click on
on the map, a pink trajectory appears. It corresponds to the trajectory according to the atlas points, calculated by the Sigfox network and according to the signal levels received for the last message. This trajectory can be useful to see the position of a tracker when no position has been received.
Which platform should I use according to my needs?
The Capturs Connect platform is rather intended for individuals who wish to track a tracker or be tracked in real time for personal use.
The Capturs Systems Connect platform is rather intended for professionals and companies. It has data, graphs and tables on the status of Capturs trackers in real time, allowing easy management of tracker fleets and better analysis of events. The Capturs Systems Connect platform has the same functions as the Capturs platform, with specific features added.
Note: It is possible to use both platforms independently according to your wishes. The Capturs account identifier is the same for both platforms and for the Capturs application.
