SenseCAP Card Tracker T1000-E
The SenseCAP Card Tracker T1000-E is a pocket-sized Meshtastic device made by Seeed Studio. It is about the size of a credit card, fits in any pocket, and is one of the few Meshtastic devices with Giteki certification for legal use in Japan.
Buy in our shopKey features
- Compact size - credit card sized (85 x 55 x 6.5 mm), fits in any pocket or clips to your gear
- Giteki-certified - legal to use in Japan on the 920 MHz band
- GNSS support - GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, and GLONASS for accurate position tracking
- Bluetooth 5.0 - connects to the Meshtastic app on your phone
- Built-in sensors - temperature sensor and 3-axis accelerometer
- Rechargeable battery - 700 mAh Li-Po, lasts several days with moderate use
- IP65 rated - dust-tight and protected against water jets
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 920 MHz (Japan) |
| Protocol | LoRa / Meshtastic |
| Certification | Giteki (技適) |
| LoRa chip | Semtech LR1110 (863-928 MHz) |
| MCU | Nordic nRF52840 |
| GNSS module | Mediatek AG3335 |
| GNSS systems | GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Sensors | Temperature, 3-axis accelerometer |
| Battery | 700 mAh Li-Po, rechargeable |
| Charging | Magnetic 4-pin cable (USB-A) |
| Charging time | Approx. 2 hours |
| Water resistance | IP65 |
| Weight | Approx. 32 g |
| Dimensions | 85 x 55 x 6.5 mm |
What is in the box
- 1x SenseCAP Card Tracker T1000-E
- 1x Magnetic USB-A to 4-pin charging cable
- Quick start documentation
Compatible accessories
- Magnetic Charging Cable - spare charging cable for your bag or car — full details
- Snap Hook - clip the tracker to your backpack or gear — full details
Getting started
- Charge the device fully before first use
- Install the Meshtastic app on your phone
- Pair via Bluetooth and set the region to Japan (JP)
For the full setup guide, see First Setup.
Button functions
The T1000-E has a single button on the front face:
- Single press - power on the device
- Long press (5 s) - shut down the device
- Double press - send your current position to the mesh
- Triple press - enable or disable GPS
- Quadruple press - mute or unmute the buzzer
Good to know
- The device is Giteki-certified for Japan (920 MHz, JP region). If the Japan region is not already set, our setup guide walks you through it in minutes.
- The T1000-E does not have a screen. You read and send messages through the Meshtastic app on your phone.
- Battery life depends on how often the device sends positions and messages. With GPS updates every few minutes, expect several days of use.
- The magnetic charging connector is specific to the T1000 series. We recommend keeping a spare cable in your bag.
- The LR1110 LoRa chip currently cannot receive packets from older SX127x radios directly. When relayed through an SX126x radio, reception works normally.
- For firmware updates, factory reset, and advanced configuration, see the Seeed Studio wiki.
Who is it for?
The T1000-E is a good fit if you want a simple, carry-anywhere Meshtastic device for:
- Day hikes and trail runs
- Hunting and field operations
- Group events and outdoor activities
- Personal position tracking
If you need a device with a screen for standalone use (without a phone), other Meshtastic devices may be a better choice. However, screen-equipped devices with Giteki certification are currently very limited in Japan.
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