Xirgo Hardwire: Activation
START HERE ONCE DEVICE IS INSTALLED
IMPORTANT: Ensure the tracker has power for 5 minutes before attempting activation. This allows the device to communicate with ClearPathGPS, receive programming, and be ready for activation.
Covert Tracker Activation Instructions
Note: All trackers are shipped from ClearPathGPS already activated, tested, and associated with your account.* The following text-to-activate process will add your vehicle's information to your account. We recommend doing this with the vehicle parked outside to ensure good GPS and cellular connection. If the tracker has already been given a name in the Vehicle Admin page, only do steps 6 and 7. Then, on your map page, ensure the vehicle has appeared with its location.
Step 1: Take note of the device's Activation Code. We recommend taking a photo or writing it down. The Activation Code is a 15-digit IMEI number on the white label. (Also listed as the "Unique ID" in your ClearPathGPS Vehicle Admin page.)
Step 2: Text the Activation Code from Step 1 to ClearPathGPS at: (805) 695-2388
Step 3: You'll receive a few text messages prompting you to reply with vehicle information. Respond with the:
Vehicle Name (the name you'll see on the map)
VIN (on the vehicle's registration and on the vehicle itself)
License Plate
Current Odometer
Step 4: After sending the current odometer, turn on the vehicle's engine and wait 30 seconds.
Step 5: Turn off the vehicle's engine and wait 30 seconds.
Step 6: Text 'done'. You should receive a text back saying 'installation complete.'
Tips:
Vehicle information can be reviewed and edited in the 'Vehicle Admin' page of your ClearPathGPS account.
If the installation fails (e.g. IgnOn(Fail)), start the engine, wait 30 seconds, switch off, wait 30 seconds, then text DONE to re-test ignition on/off detection.
If you get stuck, text RESET to reset the vehicle you're working on. You can only activate one vehicle at a time.
*This activation does not relate to your billing; subscriptions activate based on agreed terms.
Installation Guidelines
Tracker Location
The tracker uses only internal antennas for GPS and cellular data.
Install the tracker as high in the dashboard as possible (above the dashboard line, per the diagram).
Physical Attachment
Tracker to be hidden in the dashboard.
The tracker must be attached so that all movement is precluded.
If a flat, clean surface is available, Velcro "Industrial Strength" fasteners may be used. NOTE: Do not use Velcro to suspend the tracker under a surface.
Zip-ties can be used to attach the tracker to wiring bundles, chassis components, etc.
Wiring Guidelines
Tracker part # 00061E has an internal backup battery, not external on the harness.
Wiring should be completed in as "Factory Installed" a manner as possible.
No wiring to be visible.
The wiring harness includes fuses for constant and ignition power. Fuses must be installed and not bypassed or omitted.
Excess wiring to be coiled and zip-tied.
No Scotchlok or similar wiring splice devices to be used.
Wiring Setup
The ClearPathGPS tracker requires three wires connected to the vehicle:
RED: Power — constant 12 volts
WHITE: Ignition Sense — 12 volts when engine is ON, 0 volts when engine is OFF
BLACK: Ground
YELLOW and GREEN: Tape these wires off — not used.
RED: Power — Constant 12 volts
Use a voltmeter to locate a wire that always has 12-volt power, even when the vehicle is off.
Test the 12-volt wire with a multimeter and verify the voltage does not fluctuate while the engine is cranked. If it fluctuates, choose another wire. (WARNING: The tracker is sensitive to voltage fluctuations — choosing the wrong wire can cause irreparable damage.)
Note: Some vehicles have delayed power-down on some circuits (e.g. to keep the radio on after ignition off). ClearPathGPS recommends locating the 12-volt constant-power circuit 30 minutes after the ignition was last switched off.
WHITE: Ignition Sense — locate a wire that:
When ignition is ON: has 11–14 volts (should be stable once the engine is running; if it fluctuates, find another wire).
When ignition is OFF: has 0 volts.
BLACK: Ground
Connect to the vehicle's chassis.
YELLOW and GREEN: Unused — tape these wires off.
Recommended wire-spreading tool (available on Amazon):
Neiko 01924A Self-Adjusting Wire & Cable Stripper
