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Location and Tracking
Live Tracking:
You can activate Live Tracking by clicking the ‘Live Tracking’ button in the App.
Your PetLinkGPS for Dogs will connect to your App as quickly as possible and send location updates using the best method available (GPS, Wi-Fi, Satellite, or Bluetooth).
During Live Tracking, PetLinkGPS will communicate its position to the App every 3 seconds.
If it is not turned off manually, Live Tracking will remain active for 5 minutes after closing the App.
NOTE: Live Tracking is a battery-intensive function. A fully charged PetLinkGPS for Dogs device can
support up to 5 hours of continuous usage of this function before needing a recharge.
Direction Indicator:
The direction indicator is available when Live Tracking is active.
The direction indicator will be able to show you the direction your dog is moving and how close they are to you.
When your dog is less than 100 feet away from you, the direction indicator will disappear to let you know that the PetLinkGPS for Dogs is very close.
Update Rate:
The PetLinkGPS for Dogs device connects to the network automatically to update location, battery and activity data. You can change how frequently the device sends updates. The more frequent the updates the quicker the battery power will be used.
It is also possible to choose whether to receive a GPS location with each connection (higher battery consumption) or simply an approximate location via LBS or Wi-Fi (lower battery consumption).
NOTE: In default update rate (2 hour interval for GPS connection) without the Energy Saving Mode enabled, a fully charged PetLinkGPS for Dogs device can last up to 4 days before needing a recharge, without utilizing other functions.
Creating a Geofence:
The Geofence allows you to set virtual boundaries around your dog. When your dog leaves the Geofence, the App will send you a notification. You can save multiple Geofence areas and only activate those you need.
HOW TO CREATE A GEOFENCE:
• Select GEOFENCE from The Menu
• Click the {+} button to create a new Geofence;
• Move the map to the area where you want to create a new Geofence
• Click the Pen button, and press down on the black dots to drag them around to be as specific as possible
• Rename your new Geofence
• Click “Save”
You can edit or delete Geofence areas you have already created.
NOTE: It is not possible to create a Geofence with a diameter less than 100 ft.
NOTE: The corners of the hexagonal area must be at least 90 degrees. E.g. the corners of the Geofence must be pulled outwards, not inwards.
TO ACTIVATE A GEOFENCE:
• Go to the POSITION section
• Expand the top drop-down menu to display the different features
• Click on the “Geofence” button
• Select the area you want to activate
• You know your Geofence is active when the button is blue
NOTE: Please make sure your dog is in the Geofence area before switching on the Geofence feature,
otherwise you will not receive notifications if your dog leaves the area.
NOTE: The PetLinkGPS for Dogs must be in an area with reliable cellphone data coverage to send a
notification when they leave a Geofence area.
Energy Saving Mode and Zones:
This function allows you to create a safe/energy saving zone where there is Wi-Fi coverage, such as at home or in the office. When the device stays in that zone and the Energy Saving Mode is active you will save battery power. When your pet leaves this zone you will be notified on your smartphone.
HOW TO SETUP THE ENERGY SAVING MODE & ZONES:
• Go to the menu
• Click on the “Energy Saving Mode” button
• Click on the (+) button
• Make sure your phone is connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi
• Rename the zone so that you can recognize it
• Click on the button to save it
NOTE: The following functions are limited while the the device is within the Energy Saving Zones:
Live Tracking, Distance Alerts, Geofence.
Energy Saving Mode is a low-power function. If you’re not utilizing any other functions a fully charged
PetLinkGPS for Dogs can last up to 20 days without requiring a recharge.
ATTENTION: PetLinkGPS uses 2.4GHz WiFi only. This functionality is now not available for 5GHz WiFis.
Distance Alerts:
You can activate Distance Alerts when you’re in the open: the Distance Alerts notify you with an audible sound and vibration if your pet strays too far away from you.
The distance alert can vary from a few feet up to about 150 feet, depending on the conditions and obstacles present.
Your smartphone will vibrate when PetLinkGPS for Dogs is no longer near your smartphone.
NOTE: To activate the Distance Alerts you need to have Bluetooth enabled on your smartphone.
It is not possible to activate the Distance Alerts if PetLinkGPS for Dogs is not close to your smartphone.
The presence of obstacles such as walls or bushes can significantly alter the maximum radius.
Flashing Light:
This feature allows you to easily locate PetLinkGPS for Dogs when you are in low light conditions. When the “Flashing Light” is on, the PetLinkGPS for Dogs LED will flash a very bright white light every second.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE FLASHING LIGHT:
• Go to the POSITION section
• Expand the top drop down menu and click the “Flashing Light” button
• Select the duration of the LED, up to a maximum of 24 hours
• When the Flashing Light is on, there will be a light blue icon underneath the pet image
NOTE: Flashing Light is a battery-intensive function. A fully charged PetLinkGPS device
can support up to 12 hours of continuous usage of this function alone before needing a
recharge.
Beep Signal:
This feature allows you to easily locate a PetLinkGPS for Dogs with the aid of a “beep” sound. When the “Beep Signal” is on, the PetLinkGPS will make this sound.
TO ACTIVATE THE BEEP SIGNAL:
• Go to the POSITION section
• Expand the top drop down menu and click the “Beep Signal” button
• Select the sound duration and press “activate”
• The signal will be activated in a few seconds
NOTE: Beep Signal is a battery-intensive function. A fully charged PetLinkGPS for Dogs device can support up to 12 hours of continuous usage of this function alone before needing a recharge.
Location History:
“Location History” allows you to see the recorded positions of your PetLinkGPS for Dogs in the last 2 months. Transparent light blue circles on your map show where your dog has been located.
The display of the locations can either be shown with a trail or by single points.
Display with a trail: this connects GPS points together in time into a trail.
The trail is defined by two letters that mark its start and end points.
ATTENTION: For some smartphones there may be a limit for the number of points that can be shown.