Introduction: Make Your Own GPS SMS Security Tracking System

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In this project I will show you how to combine a SIM5320 3G module with an Arduino and a piezoelectric transducer as a shock sensor in order to create a security tracking system that will send you the location of your precious vehicle via SMS when it is moved around without you knowing it. Let's get started!

Step 1: Watch the Video!

The video gives you a decent overview on how to create the security tracking system. In the next steps though, I will present you some additional information.

Step 2: Order Your Components!

Here you can find a parts list with example sellers (affiliate links):

Aliexpress:

1x SIM5320 3G Module (USA): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWICzdV

1x Arduino Pro Mini: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d62ALdV

1x MCP602 OpAmp: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTDPgWT

2x 20kΩ, 2x 680kΩ, 1x 10kΩ, 1x 470Ω Resistor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTPpXjt

1x 50kΩ Trimmer: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTFyPv5

1x IRLZ44N MOSFET: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWhSrDl

1x LM2940CT 5.0 Voltage Regulator: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dW9TqXl

1x 220nF, 1x 22µF Capacitor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d7dOwRz

1x Piezoelectric Transducer: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d9FMvMj

1x Key Switch: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dZN7GI3

Ebay:

1x SIM5320 3G Module (Europe): http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x SIM5320 3G Module (USA): http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x Arduino Pro Mini: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x MCP602 OpAmp: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

2x 20kΩ, 2x 680kΩ, 1x 10kΩ, 1x 470Ω Resistor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x 50kΩ Trimmer: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x IRLZ44N MOSFET: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x LM2940CT 5.0 Voltage Regulator: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x 220nF, 1x 22µF Capacitor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x Piezoelectric Transducer: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

1x Key Switch: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...

Amazon.de:

1x SIM5320 3G Module (Europe): -

1x Arduino Pro Mini: http://amzn.to/2kMv0ly

1x MCP602 OpAmp: http://amzn.to/2dLaboV

2x 20kΩ, 2x 680kΩ, 1x 10kΩ, 1x 470Ω Resistor: http://amzn.to/2nFIpOR

1x 50kΩ Trimmer: http://amzn.to/2nSlGyk

1x IRLZ44N MOSFET: http://amzn.to/2dL9WKB

1x LM2940CT 5.0 Voltage Regulator: http://amzn.to/2nFLFK0

1x 220nF, 1x 22µF Capacitor: http://amzn.to/2n2kUyp

1x Piezoelectric Transducer: http://amzn.to/2nFVKqH

1x Key Switch: http://amzn.to/2nFVPuv

Step 3: Build the Circuit!

Here you can find the schematic of the project and pictures of my finished circuit as a reference.

Step 4: Upload the Code!

Here you can find the sketch that you need to upload to your Arduino Pro Mini. Make sure to change the telephone number inside the sketch before the upload. And don't worry "+491521234567" is not my actual number.

Don't forget to also download these libraries and copy them into the library folder of your Arduino software:

https://github.com/adafruit/Adafruit_FONA

https://github.com/rocketscream/Low-Power

Step 5: Success!

You did it! You just created your GPS SMS Security Tracking System!


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