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P R O D U C T D E S C R I P T I O N

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I N D E X1. AWT TAGS

1.1 Tag Summary1.2 Very-High Frequency (VHF)1.3 Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)1.4 Long Range (LoRa)1.5 GSM (2G Cellular)1.6 GlobalStar Satellite (GS-SAT)1.7 Iridium Satellite (IR-SAT)1.8 OGI Inmarsat Satellite (OGI-SAT)1.9 Inmarsat Satellite (IM-SAT)1.10 Tag Functions

2. TAG FITMENT

2.1 Collars2.2 Harness2.3 Implants2.4 Tags2.5 Patrol and Vehicle Trackers

3. TRACKING EQUIPMENT

3.1 AWT VHF/UHF Transceiver3.2 AWT VHF Receiver3.3 R-1000 VHF Receiver (Communication Specialists)3.4 TR-4 VHF Receiver (Telonics)3.5 UHF Dongle3.6 Towers3.7 Antennas and Accessories3.8 Drop-offs

4. SOFTWARE

4.1 AWT Software Summary4.2 AWT Mobile Tracker Application4.3 AWT Tracker Lite Application4.4 AWT Tracker Application4.5 AWT Web Application4.6 AWT API (Application Programming Interface)4.7 AWT Dongle Application4.8 AWT Transceiver Manager

5. GLOSSARY

6. LICENSING AND COMPLIANCE

7. IMPORTANT NOTICE

8. CONTACTS

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1 . A W T T A G S1.1 Tag Summary

A Tag is an electronic RF ID (Radio Frequency Identity) device providing the tracking and telemetry data that is transmitted using the below mentioned communication mediums. The collar is the final product to be fitted to the animal that contains one or more Tags.

VHF (Very High Frequency)

Real-time tracking over VHF with no over the air settings.

Pros: - Cost- Low power- Simple to use- Long range - Size

Cons: - No GPS

UHF (Ultra High Frequency)

Secure real-time GPS tracking over UHF with over the air settings.

Pros: - Cost- Secure GPS Tracking- Data storage- Low power- Size

Cons: - Medium range

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LORA (Long Range)

Secure near real-time GPS tracking over Lora and UHF with over the air settings.

Pros: - Cost- Secure GPS Tracking- Data storage- Low power- Size

Cons: - Limited to Lora WAN coverage

GSM (2G Cellular)

Secure near real-time GPS tracking over satellite and VHF with no over the air settings.

Pros: - Secure GPS Tracking- Data storage

Cons: - Limited to GSM coverage

GS-SAT (GlobalStar Satellite)

Secure near real-time GPS tracking over satellite and VHF with no over the air settings.

Pros: - Secure GPS Tracking- Low power- Global coverage

Cons: - Cost- No accelerometer data

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IR-SAT (Iridium Satellite)

Secure near real-time GPS tracking over satellite and UHF with over the air settings.

Pros: - Secure GPS Tracking- Global coverage

Cons: - Cost

OGI-SAT (Inmarsat Satellite)

Secure near real-time GPS tracking over satellite and UHF with over the air settings.

Pros: - GPS Tracking- Excellent Global coverage

Cons: - Cost- Size

IM-SAT (Inmarsat Satellite)

Near real-time GPS tracking over satellite and UHF with over the air settings.

Pros: - GPS Tracking- Excellent Global coverage

Cons: - Cost- Size- No accelerometer data

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1.2 Very-High Frequency (VHF)

All the VHF Tag (Very-High Frequency) devices are active Radio Frequency Identity Transmitters, which means that they have their own power source (typically a battery). The VHF Collars, Implants and Tags provide a cost-effective and easy tracking solution with the aid of a small low-power transmitter. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located using a directional antenna over a range of a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on terrain. These devices do not send or receive any data and are therefore only used for tracking purposes.

Fitment options

The fitment options are adaptable to a wide range of species, and can be used in the form of:

- Collars- Implants (Abdominal, Horn or Tusk Implants)- Tags (Ear Tags, Harnesses, Fish Tags)

148MHz to 152MHzOther frequencies on request

2.2 Second Pulse Reed Switch Mortality(triple pulse after 4 hours of inactivity)

Activity(triple pulse on activity)

VHF Option 1 Yes Optional - -

VHF Option 2 Yes Optional Yes -

VHF Option 3 Yes Optional - Yes

Features

Data Collection

Very-High Frequency tags require manual data collection using a Very-High Frequency Receiver.

VHF

VHF Tag HF Receiver

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1.3 Ultra-High Frequency (UHF)

UHF Tags (Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low-power UHF Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers, depending on the terrain.

Fitment options


- Collars- Implants (Horn or Tusk Implants)- Tags (Ear Tags, Harnesses)

UHF

Track Mode (Continuous GPS) Yes

Sleep Mode Yes

Normal Mode Yes

UHF Absence/Presence Ping Yes

Adjustable UHF RF Power Yes

GPS Logger Yes

LED Light Yes

Variable GSM/SAT/Lora TX Logger -

Store and Forward -

Immediate Location Request Yes

Geofence Yes

Encrypted GPS (Coordinates, Time, DOP, Speed) Yes

Movement indicator (Mortality/Activity) Yes

3-Axis Accelerometer Yes

Built-in Self Test Yes

Alarms (Mode, Battery, Geofence, Tamper, Coverage, Memory, Self-Test) Yes

Collar Temperature Yes

GPS Log download via UHF Yes

Tamper Detect Yes

Features

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Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and Automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower.

UHF

1.4 Long Range (LoRa)

LoRa Tag (Long Range and Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low-power Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on the terrain and a LoRa module that receives data over any Long Range network.

Fitment options


- Collars- Implants (Horn or Tusk Implants)- Tags (Ear Tags, Harnesses, Backpacks, Patrol Trackers, and Vehicle Trackers)

UHF Lora

Track Mode (Continuous GPS) Yes Yes*

Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes

UHF Absence/Presence Ping Yes -

Adjustable UHF RF Power Yes -

GPS Logger Yes Yes

Features

AWT Server AWT AppsUHF Tower

AWT Apps

UHF Tag

UHF Transceiver

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LED Light Yes Yes

Variable GSM/SAT/Lora TX Logger - Yes

Store and Forward - Yes

Immediate Location Request Yes -

Geofence Yes Yes

Encrypted GPS (Coordinates, Time, DOP, Speed) Yes Yes***

Movement indicator (Mortality/Activity) Yes Yes

3-Axis Accelerometer Yes Yes**

Built-in Self Test Yes Yes

Alarms (Mode, Battery, Geofence, Tamper, Coverage, Memory, Self-Test) Yes Yes

Collar Temperature Yes -

GPS Log download via UHF Yes Yes

Tamper Detect Yes Yes

*Only one GPS position sent via LoRa on Track Mode activation.**Stored on Tag, Not sent via LoRa network.***Speed stored on Tag, Not sent via LoRa network.

Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and Automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower.

UHF

LORA

AWT AppsAWT ServerLoRa Tower

UHF Transceiver AWT Apps

LoRa + UHF Tag

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1.5 Cellular (GSM)

GSM Tag (Cellular and Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low power Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on the terrain and a GSM module that receives data over any 2G cellular network.

Fitment options

The fitment options are adaptable to all species (with size limitation) in the form of:

- Collars- Tags (Ears Tags, Backpacks, Patrol Trackers and Vehicle Trackers)

Features

UHF GSM

Track Mode (Continues GPS) Yes Yes*

Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes



GPS Logger Yes Yes

LED Light Yes Yes




Geofence Yes Yes

Encrypted GPS (Coordinates, Time, DOP, Speed) Yes Yes


3-Axis Accelerometer Yes Yes



Collar Temperature Yes Yes



*Only one GPS position sent via LoRa on Track Mode activation.

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Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and Automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower or 2G Cellular network.

UHF

GSM

1.6 GlobalStar Satellite (GS-SAT)

The GlobalStar Satellite Tag (Globalstar Satellite and Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low-power Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on the terrain and GlobalStar Satellite module that transmits data over the GlobalStar satellite system.

Fitment options

The fitment options are adaptable to all species (with size limitation) in the form of:

- Collars- Tags (Vehicle Trackers)

Features

UHFGlobalStar Satellite

Track Mode (Continues GPS) Yes Yes*

Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes



GPS Logger Yes Yes

GSM NetworkGSM + UHF Tag

AWT Server AWT Apps

UHF Transceiver AWT Apps

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LED Light Yes Yes




Geofence Yes Yes










Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower or GlobalStar Satellite network.

UHF

GSUHF Transceiver AWT Apps

AWT AppsAWT ServerGS-SATGS + UHF Tag

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1.7 Iridium Satellite (IR-SAT)

The Iridium Satellite Tag (Iridium Satellite and Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low-power Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on the terrain and an Iridium Satellite module that receives data over the Iridium satellite system.

Fitment options

The fitment options are adaptable to all species in the form of:

- Collars- Tags (Vehicle Trackers)

Features

UHF Iridium Satellite


Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes



GPS Logger Yes Yes

LED Light Yes Yes




Geofence Yes Yes










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Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and Automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower or Iridium Satellite network.

1.8 OGI Inmarsat Satellite (OGI-SAT)

The Inmarsat Satellite Tag (OGI-SAT and Ultra-High Frequency) provides secure near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of a small low-power Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver. These devices transmit a pulse that can be located over a range between a few hundred meters to several kilometers depending on the terrain and an Inmarsat Satellite module that transmits/receives data over the Inmarsat satellite system.

Fitment options

The fitment options are only suitable for extra-large animals in the form of collars.

Features

UHF OGI Satellite


Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes



GPS Logger Yes Yes

LED Light Yes Yes


UHF

UHF Transceiver

IRAWT Apps

AWT AppsAWT ServerIR-SAT Network

IR-UHF Tag

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Geofence Yes Yes










Data Collection

You can choose to collect your data either manually or automatically. Manual data collection uses an Ultra-High Frequency Transceiver, and Automatic data collection uses an Inmarsat Satellite tower or Inmarsat Satellite network.

UHF

OGI

1.9 Inmarsat Satellite (IM-SAT)

The Inmarsat Satellite provides near real-time GPS animal tracking with the aid of an Inmarsat Satellite module that transmits data over the Inmarsat satellite system.

Fitment options

The fitment options are only suitable for extra-large animals in the form of collars.

IM-SAT Network AWT Server

AWT Apps

AWT Apps

UHF Transceiver

OGI + UHF Tag

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Features

UHF Inmarsat Satellite

Track Mode (Continuous GPS) Yes -

Sleep Mode Yes Yes

Normal Mode Yes Yes



GPS Logger Yes Yes

LED Light Yes -

Variable GSM/SAT/Lora TX Logger - -


Immediate Location Request Yes Yes*

Geofence Yes Yes


Movement indicator (Mortality/Activity) Yes -

3-Axis Accelerometer Yes -

Built-in Self Test Yes -

Alarms (Mode, Battery, Geofence, Tamper, Coverage, Memory, Self-Test) Yes -

Collar Temperature Yes -

GPS Log download via UHF Yes -

Tamper Detect Yes -

*Only every 15 minutes.

Data Collection

Data is collected automatically using the Inmarsat Satellite network.

IM

IM-SAT Network AWT Server AWT AppsIM-SAT Tag

SatelliteTag

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Operational Mode

Function Range Description Default

Normal Mode

UHF Heartbeat Interval

1 Second to 10 Minutes Interval for transmitting collar ID via UHF.* 180 Sec

Power Pulse

Off Disable high UHF RF power.* Off

1/2, 1/10, 1/20, 1/30, 1/40, 1/50 UHF transmitter uses maximum RF power only for selected interval.*

UHF RF Power

-30dBm, -20dBm, -15dBm, -10dBm, -5dBm, -1dBm, -0dBm, +5dBm, +7Bm, +10dBm, +15dBm, +20dBm, +25dBm, +30dBm

UHF transmit RF power settings for Normal Mode.* +10dBm

GPS LoggerInterval

Off Disable GPS Logger.*** 6 Hours

10 Minutes, 30 Minutes, 1 Hour, 2 Hours, 3 Hours, 4 Hours, 5 Hours, 6 Hours, 8 Hour, 12 Hours, 24 Hours, Custom

Interval for taking GPS log readings, storing them and transmitting only via UHF. GSM/Satellite transmissions are set using the Logger Transmit. The UHF log transmissions are sent at Normal Mode RF Power setting or at maximum RF Power if Power Pulse is not set to Off. The Custom setting allows for on the hour readings over a 24-hour cycle.

Hourly Log Sync

Sync/UnsyncThe sync function synchronizes the readings to on the hour, except for the 10 and 30 minute intervals.

Sync

GSM/Satellite Retries

0 to 5 RetriesNumber of retry attempts after initial attempt to make connection to transmit data via GSM/Satellite.**

1 Retries

Logger Transmit

OffCollar will not transmit GPS logs via GSM/Satellite, but will store and send the GPS Log via UHF.*, **

1/1

Activity

Collar will only store and transmit current GPS log via GSM/Satellite if activity is detected but will always send the GPS Log via UHF. Unsent stored data will be transmitted via GSM/Satellite.**

Alarm

Collar will only store and transmit current GPS log via GSM/Satellite if any alarm is triggered, but will always send the GPS Log via UHF. Unsent stored data will be transmitted via GSM/Satellite.**

Live

Collar will only transmit current GPS log via GSM/Satellite if GSM/Satellite connection is available, but will always store and send the GPS Log via UHF. Unsent stored data will not be transmitted via GSM/Satellite.**

1/1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4, 1/5, 1/6, 1/7, 1/8, 1/9, 1/10, 1/11, 1/12

Determines how often to transmit GPS logs via GSM/Satellite. I.E. 1/3 would mean only one in every 3 readings will be transmitted via GSM/Satellite. Unsent stored data will only be sent for 1/1 settings. All other settings are live readings only. This does not affect the GPS Log interval.**

1.10 Tag Functions

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Operational Mode


Normal Mode

Accelerometer OffDisable accelerometer readings from being taken every Normal Mode Heartbeat.*

Off

Log DataStore accelerometer data on every Normal Mode Heartbeat interval.*

Transmit DataTransmit accelerometer data via UHF on every Normal Mode Heartbeat interval.*

G-Force (2G, 4G, 6G, 8G, 16G)

The G-Force setting allows for setting the accelerometers G-Force sensitivity.

2G

GPS Accuracy Low, Medium, High GPS accuracy setting. Medium

Get Location Get Location

Request the collar to take a single GPS reading and send it via UHF and GSM/Satellite. This reading will also be stored on the collar.*

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Download GPS Logs

Download All GPS LogsDownload all stored GPS Logs on collar via UHF.* The collar will use the same RF power setting as the Requesting Transceiver.

Download New LogsDownload only GPS Logs not on Transceiver via UHF.* The collar will use the same RF power setting as the Requesting Transceiver..

Download Selected LogsDownload GPS Logs between selected dates via UHF.* The collar will use the same RF power setting as the Requesting Transceiver.

Clear Logs Clear all stored GPS Logs on collar.

Query LogsQuery number of stored GPS Logs on collar via UHF.*

Geofence Off Disable Geofence. Off

Apply Geofence Apply Geofence parameters to collar.

Query Geofence Alarm Query the Geofence parameters on collar.*

Clear Geofence Alarm Clear Geofence alarm on collar.*

Reset ResetClear collars memory and restore default settings.

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Re-Route MTAG numberChange MTAG number to reroute the Tag to new client.

1,2,3,4,5,6

StatusSettings, keys and self-test results

Get Tags settings, keys and self-test results. -

Load KeysLoRaWan network ID and Key

Load the LoRaWan Network ID and Key.**** -

Track ModeUHF Heartbeat Interval

1 Second to 10 Minutes

Interval for transmitting collar ID and GPS data at maximum RF power via UHF while flashing LED. When set to Track Mode, a single GPS Log is sent via GSM/Satellite.

5 Sec

Track Mode Timeout

1 Second to 2.7 HoursTime to remain in Track Mode before returning to Normal Mode.*

10 Min

Operational Mode


UHF RF Power

-30dBm, -20dBm, -15dBm, -10dBm, -5dBm, -1dBm, -0dBm, +5dBm, +7Bm, +10dBm, +15dBm, +20dBm, +25dBm, +30dBm

UHF transmit RF power settings for Track Mode. *

+30dBm

Sleep Mode Sleep SleepDisable all collar functionality with one Normal Mode Heartbeat every 2 Minutes. ***

2 Min

*Only affect UHF functionality.**Only affect GSM/Satellite functionality.***Can only be set using a UHF Transceiver.**** Only Affects LoRa Functionality.

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2 . T A G F I T M E N T2.1 Collars

AWT Collars come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes depending on species and tag technology required. Multiple Tag technologies can be fitted to a single collar to provide better tracking and increase reliability. VHF Tags are generally fitted using their own battery. This offers a backup in the event of a failure in the other Tags fitted in the same collar. The table below shows the Tag combinations available.

Small Collars Medium Collars Large Collars

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VHF** UHF Lora GSM GS-SAT IR-SAT OGI-SAT IM-SAT**

VHF** - Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

UHF Yes - Yes* Yes* Yes* Yes* Yes* Yes

Lora Yes Yes* -

GSM Yes Yes* -

GS-SAT Yes Yes* -

IR-SAT Yes Yes* -

OGI-SAT Yes Yes* -

IM-SAT** Yes Yes -

Tag combination per collar

*UHF included by default.**Dedicated batteries.

2.2 Harness

For animals where traditional methods of fitting tracking equipment are not an option, AWT offers a solution in the form of a harness. Theses harnesses are custom designed as head or back-pack harnesses. The species size will limit the type of Tag fitted to the harness.

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2.3 Implants

VHF Implants

VHF Implants involve the same radio telemetry techniques as collars, except that the device is either implanted into the horn, tusk or abdominal cavity of the animal. When tracking the animal, the user manually searches for signals on specific radio transmitter frequency using a Yagi antenna.

UHF and Lora Implants

UHF and LoRa implants involve the same tracking techniques as collars, except that the device is either implanted into the horn or tusk of the animal. When tracking the animal, the user manually searches for signals using a UHF Transceiver (UHF Tags) or Satellite tower fitted with a UHF or LoRa gateway.

VHF Abdominal Implant VHF, UHF or LoRa Implant

2.4 Tags

For animals where collars, implants and harnesses are not an option, AWT offers a solution in the form of a Tag. Theses tags are custom designed as bolt or glue on. Tags are limited to VHF, UHF, LoRa and GSM due to the size constraints.

Ear Tag Pangolin Tag

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2.5 Patrol and Vehicle Trackers

Patrol and Vehicle trackers can make use of LoRa, GSM, GS-SAT or IR-SAT Tags, depending on the size requirements. Vehicle Trackers offer an optional tamper switch to detect if the unit was removed from the vehicle. Vehicle trackers are also fitted with a backup battery in the event that the unit is disconnected from the car battery.

Patrol and vehicle trackers can be programmed to take more frequent readings if movement is detected.

Patrol Tracker Vehicle Tracker

Patrol Tracker Vehicle Tracker

VHF - -

UHF - -

LoRa Yes Yes

GSM Yes Yes

GS-SAT _ Yes

IR-SAT _ Yes

OGI-SAT _ -

IM-SAT _ _

Patrol and Vehicle Tracker Options

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3 . T R A C K I N G E Q U I P M E N T3.1 AWT VHF/UHF Transceiver

The AWT VHF/UHF Transceiver provides wildlife animal tracking with the aid of Encrypted GPS, Digital Compass, Audio tones and RSSI indicators. Bi-directional communications between Transceiver and Tags allow for setting Operational Mode Settings, Status requests and GPS Log downloads.

Basic Features - GPS and digital compass- 5-Digit login code- Silent mode- Internal speaker- Stereo headphone output- Battery operated with built-in charger- Backlight display- SD-Card memory for up to 10 million VHF and UHF Logs- Optional GSM module- USB interface

UHF Features - UHF Transceiver (148MHz)- Receive Encrypted UHF collar data- Transmit UHF collar settings- UHF Receive Signal Strength Indicator- Sensitivity -120dBm

VHF Features - VHF Narrow Band CW Receiver (148MHz to 152MHz)- VHF Receive Signal Strength Indicator- 100 VHF Channels- Frequency and Channel Scanning- Scan rate from 1-30 seconds in 1 second steps- Sensitivity -140dBm

VHF/UHF Transceiver

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Physical Parameters - Dimensions: Length 240mm, Width 100mm, Height 32mm - Weigh : <250g (excluding Batteries) - VHF RSSI Indicators: 5 LED - UHF RSSI Indicators: 5 LED - Battery Compartment: 4 x AA Batteries (1.5V each) - Audio Interface: 2.5mm Stereo Jack Socket - Power Interface: 2.5mm Power Socket - VHF and UHF Antenna Interface: BNC Socket (50 ohm)

3.2 AWT VHF Receiver

The AWT Narrow Band VHF Receiver provides animal tracking with the aid of CW tone and RSSI indicators.

Basic Features - 5-Digit login code- Silent mode- Internal speaker- Stereo headphone output- Battery operated with built-in charger- Backlight display- USB interface

VHF Features - 5-Digit login code- Silent mode- Internal speaker- Stereo headphone output- Battery operated with build-in charger- Backlight display- USB interface

Physical Parameters - Dimensions: Length 170mm, Width 80mm, Height 30mm - Weight: <200g (excluding Batteries) - VHF RSSI Indicators: 5 LED - Battery Compartment: 1 x 9V Battery - Audio Interface: 2.5mm Stereo Jack Socket - Power Interface: 2.5mm Power Socket - VHF Antenna Interface: BNC Socket (50 ohm)

VHF Receiver

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3.3 R-1000 VHF Receiver (Communications Specialists)

The Narrow Band VHF Receiver (Communications Specialists) provides animal tracking with the aid of CW tone and RSSI indicators.

Features - Narrow Band VHF Receiver (148MHz to 152MHz)- VHF Receive Signal Strength Indicator- 100 VHF Channels- Channel Scanning- Sensitivity -148dBm- Illuminated keypad- Scan rate from 1-30 seconds in 2 second steps- Rechargeable batteries

Physical Parameters - Dimensions: Length 155mm, Width 66mm, Height 38mm - Weigh: <200g (excluding Batteries) - Battery Compartment: 4 x AA Batteries (1.5V each)- Audio Interface: 3.5mm Stereo Jack Socket - VHF Antenna Interface: BNC Socket (50 ohm)

3.4 TR-4 VHF Receiver (Telonics)

The TR-4 Narrow Band VHF Receiver (Telonics) provides animal tracking with the aid of CW tone.

Features - Narrow Band VHF Receiver (148MHz to 152MHz)- 100 VHF Channels- Sensitivity -150dBm- Fine tuning ±5KHz

Physical Parameters - Dimensions: Length 170mm, Width 450mm, Height 90mm - Weight: <425g (including Batteries) - Battery Compartment: 1 x 9Volt Battery- Audio Interface: 3.5mm Stereo Jack Socket - VHF Antenna Interface: BNC Socket (50 ohm)

R-1000 VHF Receiver

TR-4 VHF Receiver

UHF Dongle

3.5 UHF Dongle

The UHF Dongle provides the user with a simple-to-use method of testing and setting the Tags before deployment when used with the AWT Dongle Application. The UHF Dongle can also be used with the AWT Tracker application to download GPS log data and set tag settings.

Features - UHF interface to all AWT Tags supporting UHF- Supported by AWT Dongle and AWT Tracker Applications- USB interface- Limited to very short range (<10 meters)- Bi-directional communications

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3.6 Towers

A Tower is a solar-powered unit providing bi-directional communications between the AWT Tracker applications and Tags. Towers can be fitted with UHF or LoRa gateways with the option of a Satellite or Radio backhaul to get the data from the tower to the AWT server. The Towers have ranges of between a few hundred meters to a several kilometers depending on the terrain.

Satellite Towers The satellite towers make use of the Inmarsat satellite constellation as the backhaul to get data from the towers to the AWT server and has the option of a UHF or LoRa gateway to communicate with the Tags.

Radio Towers The radio towers make use of a radio backhaul to get data from the towers to the AWT server and has the option of a UHF or LoRa gateway to communicate with the Tags.

Features - Solar powered with 12Volt battery- UHF or LoRaWan gateway- Satellite or Radio backhaul- Inmarsat satellite- Moveable- Weatherproof- Pole mountable

UHF Gateways - UHF Gateway (-120dBm sensitivity)- UHF Range <5Km- UHF gateway compatibility with the follow Tags • UHF, Lora, GSM, GS-SAT, IR-SAT, OGI-SAT

LoRa Gateways - LoRaWan Gateway (-140dBm sensitivity)- LoRaWan Range <50Km- LoRaWan gateway compatibility with the

follow Tag • LoRa

Physical Parameters - Enclosure Dimensions: Length 200mm, Width

250mm, Height 350mm- UHF/LoRa Antenna length <1meter- Solar Panel Dimensions: Length 500mm, Width

550mm- Pole fitment diameter <59mm

Satellite Tower Radio Tower

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3.7 Antennas and Accessories

VHF Antennas

VHF BNC 4 element Yagi (148MHz to 152MHz)

VHF BNC rubber duck Yagi (148MHz to 152MHz)

UHF Antennas

UHF BNC 5 element Yagi (433MHz) UHF BNC whip (433MHz) UHF N-Type 74cm Whip(433MHz)

Cables

1.5m - 2m BNC to BNC Coaxial Cable Serial to USB Cable 12Volt Car Charger Cable

Transceiver Chargers

12Volt, 1Amp Transceiver charger

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H antenna with cable

Cotton Inserts

3.8 Drop-offs

The programmable drop-off allows collars to be released from the animal at a desired time for recovery, without having to re-capture the animal. It offers a far more reliable method than using materials that are subject to degrading at different rates depending on species and environmental factors.

Features - Life span of up to 5 years- Maximum of 110 minutes drift over 1 year

Physical Parameters - Weight of <35grams- Size of 37mm x 36mm x 16mm

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4 . S O F T W A R E4.1 AWT Software Summary

All the AWT software applications require an AWT user certificate to register. This allows for controlled security for the end user. The User Certificate will provide the user with download links and registration credentials. There are no limits to the number of user certificates.

AWT Web Application

Designed to run on most Web Browsers with no software installation required.

Pros: - Basic features- User-friendly- Device independent- Fast

Cons: - Only GPS Log Intervals- Security dependent on username and password only

AWT Mobile Application

Downloadable from your favourite app store by searching for “AWT Tracker”.

Pros: - Basic features- User-friendly- Secure

Cons: - Cannot store data- Only GPS Log Intervals

Microsoft Windows Android Apple

Android Apple

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AWT PC Application

Intended for advanced users looking for more than just basic features.

Pros: - Advanced features- Advanced tag settings- Provides backup of data to AWT cloud server

Cons: - Complex

Microsoft Windows

AWT API (Application Programming Interface)

Provides 3rd Party applications with the ability to retrieve data from our server.

Pros: - Data storage- Secure- Allows user the flexibility of using their own software

Cons: - Requires end users’ software

Microsoft Windows Android Apple

AWT Tracker Dongle

Provides user with quick and simple method of testing and setting Tags.

Pros: - Simple to use- Allows for quick testing and setting of tags

Cons: - Very short range Microsoft Windows

AWT Transceiver Manager

Provides user with the ability to upload Audio, VHF and UHF parameters to VHF/UHF Transceiver.

Pros: - UHF parameter uploading to Transceivers- VHF Channel uploading to Transceivers- Audio parameter uploading to Transceivers

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Microsoft Windows

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4.2 AWT Mobile Tracker Application

AWT Mobile application provides wildlife animal tracking with the aid of Encrypted GPS, and does not allow for sending new Collar settings.

The application utilizes the Google Earth Application plug-in, providing users with the latest updates.

This application does not store data in the local or cloud-based database.

Features

Mobile App

Live Data Yes

Save Data to Local Database -

Bing/Google Maps Yes

Over the Air Settings Yes*

VHF/UHF Transceiver Interface -

Save to Excel, CSV and KML -

User Level Settings Yes

Windows Computer Compatible -

Apple Computer Compatible -

Android OS Compatible Yes

Apple IOS Compatible Yes

*Limited to GPS Log Interval Settings only.

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Data Collection

Mobile System Requirements

- Android operating system- OS Operating system

4.3 AWT Tracker Lite Application

AWT Tracker Lite is a PC Application that provides near real-time animal tracking with the aid of Encrypted GPS. The application utilizes the Google Earth Application plug-in, providing users with the latest up to date 3D-maps.

AWT Tracker Lite does not allow for changing Tag settings and does not store data in the local database.

Features

Mobile App

Live Data Yes

Save Data to Local DataBase -




Save to Excel, CSV and KML -

AWT AppsAWT Server

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Mobile App


Windows Computer Compatible Yes


Android OS Compatible -

Apple IOS Compatible -


Data Collection

Computer Hardware Requirements

- CPU: Intel Core Duo, 1Ghz- System Memory (RAM): 2GB- Hard Disk: 1GB free space- Network Speed: 128 Kbits/sec- Graphics Card: DirectX9 and 3D capable with 1GB of VRAM- Screen: 1024x768, “16-bit High Colour” - DirectX 9 (to run in Direct X mode)

Computer Operating System Requirements

- Windows XP Service pack 2- Win7 32-bit/64-bit- Win8 32-bit/64-bit- Win10 32-bit/64-bit

4.3 AWT Tracker Application

AWT Tracker is a PC Application that provides near real-time animal tracking with the aid of Encrypted GPS coordinates. The application utilizes the Google Earth Application plug-in, providing users with the latest up to date 3D-maps.

Bi-directional communications between the PC Application and Tags allow for changing Tag settings.

AWT AppsAWT Server

Features

Tracker App

Live Data Yes

Save Data to Local DataBase Yes


Over the Air Settings Yes

VHF/UHF Transceiver Interface Yes

Save to Excel, CSV and KML Yes




Android OS Compatible -

Apple IOS Compatible -

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4.5 AWT Web Application

AWT Web Tracker is a web-based Application that provides near-real time animal tracking with the aid of Encrypted GPS. The application utilizes the Google Earth Application plug-in, providing users with the latest up to date 3D-maps.

Bi-directional communications between the Application and Tags allow for changing Tag settings.

AWT AppsAWT Server UHF Transceiver

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Features

Web App

Live Data Yes

Save Data to Local DataBase -




Save to Excel, CSV and KML Yes**



Apple Computer Compatible Yes

Android OS Compatible Yes

Apple IOS Compatible Yes

*Limited to GPS Log Interval Settings only.**Limited to Excel Only.

Data Collection



AWT Server AWT Apps



Mobile System Requirements

- Android operating system. - iOS Operating system

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4.6 AWT API (Application Programming Interface)

The AWT API (Application Programming Interface) allows clients of AWT to periodically request live and historic data from the AWT server.

Features

API

Live Data Yes

Save Data to Local DataBase ***

Bing/Google Maps ***

Over the Air Settings ***


Save to Excel, CSV and KML ***


Windows Computer Compatible ***

Apple Computer Compatible ***

Android OS Compatible ***

Apple IOS Compatible ***

***User Application Dependent.

Data Collection

AWT Server Client Apps

API

4.7 AWT Dongle Application

The AWT Dongle Application provides the user with a simple-to-use method of testing and setting the Tags before deployment. The Application can make use of either the AWT UHF Dongle or VHF/UHF Transceiver.

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Features

- Performs Tag self-test and reports results- Queries Tags settings- Allows for changing GPS Log intervals

Data Collection

AWT Apps

UHF Transceiver

UHF Dongle





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Features

- Very-High Frequency Management- Geofencing management- Audio module management





4.8 AWT Transceiver Manager

The AWT Transceiver Manager is a PC Application that provides a wildlife animal tracking service with the aid of Encrypted GPS and Presence/Absence. Bi-directional communications between the PC Application and Tags allow for setting Operational Modes, Status requests and GPS Log downloads. The application utilizes the Google Earth Application plug-in, providing users with the latest up to date 3D-maps using the latest in GIS technology.

Data Collection

AWT Apps VHF Transceiver

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5 . G L O S S A R Y

API Application Programming Interface

AWT ServerA computer dedicated to hosting Africa Wildlife Tracking’s database, for clients to store or access data

CW Continuous Wave

DOP Dilution of Precision (accuracy of GPS reading)

EPOCHA point in time, defined as the number of seconds that have elapsed since 00:00:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), Thursday, 1 January 1970

Geofence Geofencing is a virtual geographical boundary using the global positioning system

GPS Global Positioning System

GS-SAT GlobalStar Satellite Tag

GSM Global System for Mobile Communications

ID Identity

IR-SAT Iridium Satellite Tag

Logger Recording data over time or in relation to location

LoRa Long Range

OGI-SAT OGI Satellite Tag (Using Inmarsat Satellites)

Receiver Receiver only

RF Radio Frequency

RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indicator

Transceiver Transmitter and Receiver

UHF Ultra-High Frequency

VHF Very-High Frequency

Track ModeTrack Mode is when the Tag is set to use maximum RF power while transmitting continuous GPS data. This mode will revert to Normal Mode after a track mode timeout period to conserve battery power

Normal ModeNormal Mode of operation with low power settings while taking GPS Logs readings at set intervals

Sleep ModeSleep Mode is the lowest power mode with all features disabled. The Tag will only transmit a UHF signal and listen for new commands every 2 minutes

Service CoverageService coverage is the availability of GSM or Satellite network during the time of the GPS Log reading, allowing for live data to be sent. If there is no service coverage the Tag will make use of the store and forward function

TAGA Tag is an electronic RF ID (Radio Frequency Identity) device providing the tracking and telemetry data

UTCUniversal Time Coordinated - the primary time standard by which the world regulates clocks and time

VAP Virtual Access Point – Virtual grouping of various tags under a client organization

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6 . L I C E N S I N G A N D C O M P L I A N C EAll of Africa Wildlife Tracking’s equipment is certified by the following telecommunications and broadcasting authorities.

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7 . I M P O R T A N T N O T I C EAfrica Wildlife Tracking (AWT) reserve the right to make changes to their products or to discontinueany product or service without notice, and advise customers to obtain the latest version of relevant information to verify, before placing orders, that information being relied on is current and complete. All products are sold subject to the terms and conditions of sale supplied at the time of order acknowledgement, including those pertaining to warranty, patent infringement, and limitation of liability.

AWT warrants performance of its products to the specifications applicable at the time of sale in accordance with AWT’s standard warranty. Testing and other quality control techniques are utilized to the extent AWT deems necessary to support this warranty. Specific testing of all parameters of each device is not necessarily performed, except those mandated by government requirements.

CERTAIN APPLICATIONS USING AWT PRODUCTS MAY INVOLVE POTENTIAL RISKS OF DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PROPERTY OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE (“CRITICAL APPLICATIONS”). AWT PRODUCTS ARE NOT DESIGNED, AUTHORIZED, OR WARRANTED TO BE SUITABLE FOR USE IN LIFE-SUPPORT DEVICES OR SYSTEMS OR OTHER CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. INCLUSION OF AWT PRODUCTS IN SUCH APPLICATIONS IS UNDERSTOOD TO BE FULLY AT THE CUSTOMER’S RISK.

In order to minimize risks associated with the customer’s applications, adequate design and operatingsafeguards must be provided by the customer to minimize inherent or procedural hazards.

AWT assumes no liability for applications assistance or customer product design. AWT does not warrant or represent that any license, either express or implied, is granted under any patent right, copyright, mask work right, or other intellectual property right of AWT covering or relating to any combination, machine, or process in which such AWT products or services might be or are used. AWT’s publication of information regardingany third party’s products or services does not constitute AWT’s approval, warranty or endorsement thereof.

Under no circumstances will AWT be held responsible or liable in any way for any claims, damages, losses, expenses, costs or liabilities whatsoever (including, without limitation any direct or indirect damages for loss of profit, business interruptions or loss of information) resulting or arising directly or indirectly from the customers use of or inability to use AWT products, or from the customers reliance on the information and material obtained from AWT.

8 . C O N T A C T SSales & Enquiries

Sophie [email protected]+27 12 329 1788

Address

Africa Wildlife Tracking cc106 Nuffield StreetRietondale, Pretoria, 0084South Africa

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