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MiniFinder Protocol Guide: SMS Setup & Wiring Comparison

MiniFinder Protocol GPS Trackers: Technical Setup Guide

The MiniFinder protocol, operating on Port 5062, powers a wide range of personal and vehicle trackers. This guide provides the essential SMS commands and hardware wiring needed for professional deployment.

MiniFinder Pico 4G

1. Device Comparison & Use Cases

Model SeriesApplicationKey Protocol Feature
Pico / AttoPersonal/PetLow Power Consumption
EV-07 (P/S/W)Healthcare/ElderlyTwo-way Voice & Fall Alerts
EV-60x / TE-207Vehicle/AssetIgnition & Fuel Cut Support

2. SMS Configuration Commands

To connect these devices to your server, send the following SMS commands (default password is usually 123456):

# Set IP and Port (Port 5062)
IP,123456,192.168.1.1,5062#

# Set APN (Replace with your provider info)
APN,123456,internet,user,pass#

# Set Upload Interval (e.g., 30 seconds)
TIMER,123456,30#

3. Technical Wiring Diagrams (Vehicle Models)

For hardwired models like the EV-601 and TE-207, follow this standard pinout:

Standard 4-Wire Interface:
  • Red: Power (+) 9V-36V DC
  • Black: Ground (-)
  • Orange: ACC / Ignition Sense (Connect to switched power)
  • Yellow: Relay Control (Fuel/Power cut-off circuit)

Note: Always use a fuse (3A) on the Red wire to prevent hardware damage.

4. Troubleshooting Port 5062

  • Hex Data: Ensure your server listener is set to parse HEX strings, as MiniFinder protocol is binary-based.
  • IMEI ID: The protocol usually identifies devices by a 15-digit IMEI. Ensure this is registered correctly in your database.
  • LED Indicators: A solid Blue light usually indicates a GPS fix, while a rapidly flashing Green light indicates GPRS connection status.

For advanced SaR-mini or GPS668 configurations, consult the specific firmware version manual as command syntax may vary slightly.

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