QLw Installation Manual

PosiTracker™|QLw

Installation Guide



Installation Checklist:

  1. A clear understanding of wiring diagram and installation procedure
    • Recommended: Qualified vehicle electrical system installer.
  2. Correct gauge and length of any additional wiring 
  3. Verify polarity, battery voltage (8-32 Volts DC) & ground with voltmeter 
  4. Mounting location free from GPS-obscuring material & extreme heat / vibration. Install with sticker toward the sky.
    • Your QLw device is Water-Resistant  (IP67 Compliant)
  5. Install all wiring connections securely with some slack in wires
  6. Follow enclosed wiring diagrams and color code chart in Appendix

Installation Instructions:

  1. PosiTracker|QLw mounting location
    1. Identify solid, heat / vibration / moisture-free mounting location Recommended: between windshield and dashboard under top plastic cover.
    2. Ensure location is not covered by any metal parts
    3. Ensure the label faces up toward the sky
    4. Secure mounting after wiring is completed and tested
  2. Before installing device into vehicle:
    1. Write down IMEI number (under barcode) of the device
    2. Write down license plate/VIN or any identification number of vehicle
      • Recommended: take pictures of device location and installation for future references. You can also forward them to support@positrace.com with device IMEI number to keep them on file.
  3. Basic installation (diagram available at the end):
    1. Pin 1 (red) - constant power from 8 to 32 Volts DC.
      Recommended connection: positive contact on main vehicle battery.
    2. Pin 2 (black) - ground.
      Recommended connection: negative contact on main vehicle battery. 
    3. Pin 4 (white) - ignition detection. Positive voltage must be provided only when ignition is running, and zero volts when the ignition is off. 
      • Recommended connection: 3rd (run) position on ignition switch, or fuse panel “ignition” source if available. Please note - if connected to accessories, false trips and incorrect idling may occur.
      • Alternate ignition wiring: If an ignition source is not easily found, you may leave the white ignition wire completely disconnected. Please contact Support with your IMEI # and let us know. We will set your device for Virtual Ignition. (Be aware: live ignition is always more accurate than Virtual Ignition)
  4. Optional:
    1. Pin 3 (yellow) - PTO equipment (requires triggered ground source)
    2. Pin 5 (green) - Immobilizer installation, please refer to “Immobilizer Installation Guide”. Requires automotive relay hardware.

Appendix

Wiring color code chart:

Pin

Cable

Function

Pin 1

Red

Constant power 8-32V DC

Pin 2

Black

Constant ground

Pin 3

Yellow

Power Take Off (triggered ground)

Pin 4

White

Ignition (triggered positive voltage 5-32V DC)

Pin 5

Green

Immobilizer*, green wire triggers ground

Pin 6

Blue

not in use

Pin 7

Violet

not in use

Pin 8

Grey

not in use

* please refer to “Immobilizer Installation Guide”

Installation Diagram:

LED reference:

LED

LED Status

Device Status

PWR - RED

ON

Device powered. Backup battery is fully charged.

OFF

No power provided.

Fast flashing

Device powered. Backup battery charging.

Slow flashing

No external power. Working on battery.

GPS - BLUE

ON

Good GPS reception

Fast flashing

Searching GPS info

Slow flashing

GPS error

GSM - GREEN

ON

SIM card needs pin code to unlock

Slow flashing

Registered on cell provider

Fast flashing

Searching cell info