The GP1 is a cellular based GPS tracking system. It communicates the GPS coordinates back through the telephone network to your computer. The software, (included with all equipment), will display the location, direction of travel, speed, and altitude on a map that automatically repositions the screen keeping the vehicle on the computer display. The GP1 tracker comes complete with a battery pack, GPS antenna, receiver/modem, and all necessary hardware for installation.  Operation of the GP1 is simple. The GP1 can be used with its battery pack or connected directly to the vehicle’s 12-volt system. The unit can be permanently installed or stuck to the underside of the vehicle with a strong magnet that comes connected to the unit. The battery pack also has these same magnets.  The cellular and GPS antennas come with 12-foot cables that will allow installation far from the GP1. The cellular antenna can be located any where on vehicle (reception will depend on location). The GPS antenna must be located in such a way that a clear view of the sky is seen. The antenna can be placed under glass or plastic without attenuation. The GP1 receiver/modem is connected to a telephone line and to the serial port of a computer. The software comes in two CD’s and is very simple to understand.  Detailed maps of the entire United States are included. If the GP1 is to be used outside of the United States we supply you with software that works with maps that can be scanned into the computer. To begin tracking you will call the GP1 tracker, it will automatically answer and begin sending GPS coordinates to your computer. At this time you turn on the GP1 receiver/modem and click on START TRACKING. The vehicle will be displayed as a green arrow, pointing the direction of travel. To view other data you can click on NAVIGATE. This will display the direction of travel in degrees, the speed of the vehicle, and its altitude. When you have finished tracking just turn off the GP1 receiver and the connection will be terminated. It’s just that simple. To reestablish a connection you would call the GP1 again. The software will allow you to log all data collected for viewing at a later time or to use in a report.