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GSM/GPS VEHICLE GEOGRAPHICAL TRACKER

Efficient tracking: GSM/GPS Vehicle Geographical Tracker enhances Arduino capabilities for precise vehicle monitoring and tracking.

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Tags: #geographical#gps#tracker
Muhammad Bilal By Muhammad Bilal
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CategoryWireless & IoT
PIC modelPIC16F876A
IncludesCircuit diagram · Proteus
Reading time~2 min
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  1. Step 1: SIM908 SETUP
  2. Step 2: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM AND PROTEUS SIMULATION
  3. Step 3: MOTHER CONTROL PCB PRINT OUT
  4. Step 4: PCB PRODUCTION
  5. Step 5: PCB CONSTUCTION
  6. Step 6: CHECK AND TEST OF SERIAL COMM. WITHOUT SIM908
  7. Step 7: FINALIZATION AND TESTING
  8. Step 8: Test Video
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Summary of GSM/GPS VEHICLE GEOGRAPHICAL TRACKER

This article details a GSM/GPS/GPRS vehicle tracker project designed to detect illegal entry and transmit location data via cellular or GPS systems. The core hardware utilizes the SIMCOM SIM908 module, which supports a wide DC voltage range (5–12V), paired with a PIC16F876A microcontroller chosen for its low cost and global availability. The author describes the complete development lifecycle, including circuit simulation in Proteus, PCB layout design, physical construction, and serial communication testing before final validation.

Parts used in the GSM/GPS Vehicle Tracker:

  • SIM908 module
  • PIC16F876A microcontroller
  • GSM/GPS/GPRS system components
  • Proteus simulation software
  • Mother control PCB
  • Serial communication interface

The project is based on a Gsm/Gps/Gprs. Its main function is to detect a illegal entry and communicate its own geographical position using, on the choice, the cellular phone reference system or the GPS. I use the recent product by SIMCOM - SIM908 which operate on 5 - 12 volt dc supply, which makes it work on wide-range dc power supply... Well i still believe that i can burn a code of 21kb into program memory chip of 14kb (pic16f876a), but, it works all good.... hehehe...

GSM GPS VEHICLE GEOGRAPHICAL TRACKER

maybe one of this days am gonna write a code of 30kb for this mircontroller chip, just wanna confirm the max. program memory size.... The featuring mircontroller chip is the pic16f876a, the reason i keep using this chip is because it cost less than $2 and I guess is available in all country...

Step 1: SIM908 SETUP

SIM908 SETUP

Step 2: CIRCUIT DIAGRAM AND PROTEUS SIMULATION

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM AND PROTEUS SIMULATION

Step 3: MOTHER CONTROL PCB PRINT OUT

MOTHER CONTROL PCB PRINT OUT

Step 4: PCB PRODUCTION

PCB PRODUCTION

Step 5: PCB CONSTUCTION

PCB CONSTUCTION

Step 6: CHECK AND TEST OF SERIAL COMM. WITHOUT SIM908

CHECK AND TEST OF SERIAL COMM. WITHOUT SIM908

Step 7: FINALIZATION AND TESTING

FINALIZATION AND TESTING

Step 8: Test Video

you can find the complete video test HERE

COMPLETE PCB LAYOUT AND CODE: http://1drv.ms/1Lof3e1

Source: GSM/GPS VEHICLE GEOGRAPHICAL TRACKER

  • What is the main function of this project?
    The project detects illegal entry and communicates its geographical position using either the cellular phone reference system or GPS.
  • Does the SIM908 module work on a wide voltage range?
    Yes, the SIM908 operates on a 5 to 12 volt DC supply.
  • Why was the PIC16F876A chosen as the microcontroller?
    It was selected because it costs less than $2 and is available in all countries.
  • How does the author plan to handle code size limits?
    The author considers writing a 30kb code but notes they successfully burned a 21kb code into a 14kb program memory chip.
  • What steps are involved in the PCB production process described?
    The process includes setup, circuit diagram simulation, mother control PCB print out, PCB production, PCB construction, serial communication checks, and finalization.
  • Can I access the complete PCB layout and code online?
    Yes, the complete PCB layout and code are available at the provided link in the source text.
  • Where can I find the test video for this project?
    The test video can be found via the link labeled HERE in the original article.
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