- Fuse Tap Connectors – for tapping into vehicle wiring
- Pliers – for gripping and bending wires
- Multi-meter – to verify voltage and ground connections
- Wire Strippers/Cutters – for preparing wire ends
- Pry tool - to avoid damage when opening or removing panels
- Screwdrivers – for securing mounts
- Zip Ties or Fasteners – to secure wiring and device
- Protective Gloves – for safety during installation
Fully seperate the housing
Your tracker will arrive with a partially opened housing so you can easily access the internals to connect the backup battery.
If pressure during transit has caused the housing to snap shut, use a flat screwdriver to gently open it using the designated pry point, taking care not to damage the housing or internal components.
Connect the backup battery and close the housing
Carefully connect the backup LiPo battery to the white battery connector on the PCB.
No tools are required; the connector will snap securely into place when properly aligned.
Gently close the housing, ensuring all sides have snapped securely into place.
Pinout
Pins marked with an asterisk (*) are routed to the 4-way Molex connector for optional RFID reader integration.
1: RED +VIN / Battery (8–36V)
2: BLACK Ground
3*: PURPLE VOUT (Power Output)
4*: GREEN Driver ID 2 / TTL RX / Wiegand D0 / Digital Input 3
5: PINK Digital Input 1 (Max 48V)
6: ORANGE Analog Input (0–30V)
7: BLACK Ground
8: WHITE Ignition Input (0–48V, active >2.2V)
9*: BLACK Ground
10*: BROWN Driver ID 1 / TTL TX / Wiegand Data 1 / iButton
11: BLUE Digital Input 2 (Max 48V)
12: YELLOW Switched Ground
Fuse Taps
Fuse taps such as the one pictured may be used for a clean install.
3-Wire Installation
- Use a multi-meter to locate a fuse that supplies power even when the vehicle is turned off (such as the hazard lights or interior/door lights)
- Connect Red (Pin 1) on the harness to this or the vehicle battery (8-36V).
- Connect Black (Pin 2 - or any black wire on the harness) to chassis ground
- Use a multi-meter to locate a fuse that will only supply power when the vehicle is on - such as indicator lights.
- Connect White (Pin 8) - to this point. The White ignition input will register as 'on' when >2.2V is applied to this line.
NB: It is best to avoid ‘tapping into’ a safety critical system such as the ABS.
- Ensure unused wires are properly insulated and secured to prevent short circuits, electrical interference, or accidental contact with vehicle metal components. Unused wires should never be left exposed, cut flush, or allowed to rattle freely.
Orientation
- Ensure your tracker is mounted the correct way before completing installation.
- Check the sticker on your tracker if unsure.
Mounting Location & Backup Battery
- BlackOwl Hardwired trackers features high sensitivity internal antennas for discreet installation, however shielding from the vehicle body and other components may impact both GPS and cellular signal strength.
- Your tracker should only be installed by a licensed autoelectrician.
- For the best signal, mount your tracker just underneath the dashboard trim, as close as possible to the windscreen.
- This tracker is fitted with a backup battery. Do not install on top of dashboard or in an area subject to high temperatures/direct sunlight. Do not expose tracker to moisture.
- Operating: -30°C to +60°C (connected to external power)
At < 0°C and > +40°C the internal backup battery will not be charged as a safety precaution due to the dangers associated with charging batteries at extreme temperatures. - Recommended Storage: 10°C to 30°C, Humidity 30%. Store in a cool, dry place.
• After connecting to power, a red light will begin flashing, indicating the tracker is operating correctly.
• It is normal for the tracker to appear as 'Not connected'for the first five minutes while it downloads the latest settings and completes its initial setup.
• If the tracker does not establish a successful connection before entering Sleep Mode, it will report its location within the first five minutes of its first trip.