I want to implement a simple car tracking system, and have been looking into the optimum carrier/tariff option to use.
Like, I don't want to subscribe to data that will end up getting used up quickly, or getting wasted every moth.
The tracker only uses gprs data and sms, but I don't know what the monthly requirements are. I am not planning to use real time tracking; just occasional SMSes for maintenance purposes.

I also need to be able to remotely querry credit balance and data balance, since the tracker is inaccessible physically. I have asked a couple of network companies for advise on this, but none was of help.

Please, I need advice from those in the business, or experienced DIYers.

LeSaint:
I want to implement a simple car tracking system, and have been looking into the optimum carrier/tariff option to use.
Like, I don't want to subscribe to data that will end up getting used up quickly, or getting wasted every moth.
The tracker only uses gprs data and sms, but I don't know what the monthly requirements are. I am not planning to use real time tracking; just occasional SMSes for maintenance purposes.
I also need to be able to remotely querry credit balance and data balance, since the tracker is inaccessible physically. I have asked a couple of network companies for advise on this, but none was of help.
Please, I need advice from those in the business, or experienced DIYers.

It purely depends on your tracking device.
The capability and functionaly of each device varies. The tracking device I have worked with fits in correctly to your requests.
You can PM me if you need guidance or a workable solution.

Cheers.

ddshow:


It purely depends on your tracking device.
The capability and functionaly of each device varies. The tracking device I have worked with fits in correctly to your requests.
You can PM me if you need guidance or a workable solution.

Cheers.

Thanks, but I have already got a device. Just asking best way to manage the GSM line, and if you have useful suggestions, you can share here.

Since you don't want real-time tracking just recharge with the normal share and sell and enjoy your installation. On how to check airtime balance check it user manual but if u can't fine it don't bother yourself just know that once you make inquiry and the tracker though active but not responding all you need do is to transfer as low as 50naira and you are good to go. Cheers

LeSaint:


Thanks, but I have already got a device. Just asking best way to manage the GSM line, and if you have useful suggestions, you can share here.

I really don't know the functionality of your device. Have u been able to authorize any mobile number to track the device? If yes, when you call up the device, does it reply with a gps location or do you normally track your location via a web platfoam?
I would need to have an idea of what device you have. The GSM line is always basic and doesn't necessarily require any form of subscription except you have purchased your device from one of the network vendors.