FMT100 Tracker Install Guide

This guide covers installing the FMT100 self-fit GPS tracker in two stages: registering and activating the unit online, then fitting it to the vehicle. Complete the online registration first, before the physical installation.

Stage One: Online Registration & Activation

Important: before commencing the physical installation of the FMT100 hardware, the unit must be registered online and activated by scanning the QR code on the enclosed card and following the setup wizard. You can also register and activate the unit online via app.scorpiontrack.com/registration/quick.

Before You Begin

To complete the online registration and unit activation you will need:

• Name
• Email address
• The 15-digit IMEI number of the FMT100
• Payment card details

Registration Steps

1. Select your chosen language.
2. Read and agree to the Terms and Conditions to proceed with registration.
3. Confirm whether you already have an existing customer account. If so, click ‘Yes’ and log in to go straight to the ‘Select a product’ page (Step 5). If not, click ‘No’ to create an account.
4. Create your account: complete the form, choose your password, tick the ‘I’m not a robot’ checkbox and complete the reCAPTCHA, then click ‘Create My Account’.
5. On the ‘Select a product’ page, click ‘Tracker’ and continue.
6. Assign the device to your account: choose a name for the asset (e.g. ‘John Smith’s Car’) and enter the tracker’s IMEI (found on the large silver label on the unit, or upload it via the QR scan). Click ‘Activate’ to continue.
7. Choose and activate your subscription: click ‘Subscribe’, enter your card details and click ‘Confirm details’ to process payment. Once it succeeds, you can view your subscription, download the ScorpionTrack app, or view the asset’s details. Install the tracking device (if you haven’t already) and turn the ignition on to activate the subscription.

Stage Two: Physical Installation

Pinout

• Pin 1, VCC (10-30V DC, +) — Red power supply wire (+10-30 V DC).
• Pin 2, GND (-) — Black ground wire.

Mounting Recommendations

• Device Fastening — Locate the battery in your vehicle and, if present, remove the battery cover to access it. Use the double-sided tape on the back of the device to attach it to the battery, with the GNSS antenna and LED indicators facing up.
• Connect the Power Wire — The device power wire is designed to be connected directly to the positive terminal fastener of the vehicle battery.
• Connect the Ground Wire — The device ground wire is designed to be connected directly to the negative terminal fastener of the vehicle battery.

LED Indicators

Navigation LED:

• Permanently on — No GNSS signal.
• Blinking every second — Normal mode, GNSS is working.
• Off — GNSS is turned off: the device isn’t working or is in sleep mode.
• Constant fast blinking — Device firmware is being flashed.

Status LED:

• Blinking every second — Normal mode.
• Blinking every two seconds — Sleep mode.
• Blinking fast for a short duration — Modem activity.
• Off — Device isn’t working, or is in boot mode (start the vehicle ignition to power up the unit).

Specifications

• Input voltage range — 10-30 V DC with overvoltage protection
• Back-up battery — 170 mAh Li-Po, 3.7 V (0.63 Wh)
• Power consumption — < 2.5 mA (Ultra Deep Sleep) to < 24 mA (nominal) at 12 V
• Dimensions — 92.5 x 57.6 x 14 mm (L x W x H)
• Weight — 63 g

Frequently Asked Questions