Traka User Guide

Traka User Guide

Skimguard Traka, Easy-Read Setup Guide

Whether you use an iPhone or Android device, this page gives you a clear, easy-to-read version of the official Traka setup instructions. We’ve designed this guide with larger text and simpler steps to help all users — especially those who find the small print in the physical booklet hard to read.

Follow the steps below, or download the full Easy-Read PDF to save or print for later.

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iOS

Apple's Find My network and Google Find Hub service provide an easy, secure way to locate compatible personal items on a map using the Find My app on your Apple or Android devices. This device supports both Apple Find My network and Google Find Hub, Pairing requires an Apple or Android phone or tablet, with iOS 14.5 or Android 9 and above, but these two services cannot be used simultaneously. Activating one will automatically disable the other.

iOS Activation:

  • Power On: Press the button once (a beep will sound).
  • Power Off: Press and hold the button for 5 seconds (two short beeps will sound).

iOS Reset:

  1. Open the "Apple Find My" app, select your Traka, then tap "Remove Item" and confirm.
  2. After removing it, press continuously the Traka button 6 times, and when you hear a long beep, the device will be reset.

Note: Power on the Traka and remove the device from the "Apple Find My" app before resetting.

1.1 Power On

Press the Traka Switch on/off Button once to turn it on. It should long beep once to indicate that it is powered on.

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1.2 Check for Updates

To use the Apple, Find My app to locate this item, the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS is recommended.

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2.1 Add Your Traka

  • Open Find My app on your supported iOS device.
  • Turn on the Bluetooth and network of your device.

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2.2 Connect Your Traka

  • Choose "Items" Tab, then click add button and choose "Add Other Item", Once your Traka is located, tap "connect".
  • Enter a name and choose an emoji for your Traka and tap "Continue".
  • Find My will ask for confirmation to your Apple ID, tap "Agree" and Finish", then your Traka will be set up and ready to be used.

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3.1 Find Traka When It's Nearby

Open Find My app and select the "Items" tab. Tap your item from the list. Tap "Play Sound" to make your Traka beep.

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3.2 Find Traka Location

  • Open Find My app and select the "Items" tab.
  • Tap your Traka from the list. Your Traka location will appear on the Map with a time stamp when the item was located.
  • To navigate to the Traka's location, tap "Directions" to open Apple Maps.

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4.1 Notifications

  • Enable "Notify When Left Behind". Open Find My app and select the "Items" tab.
  • Tap on your item from the list. Under "Notifications", enable the "Notify When Left Behind" toggle.
  • You will receive a notification when you leave your Traka behind and it's no longer in range of your device.

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4.2 Enable "Notify When Found"

  • Under "Notifications", enable the "Notify When Found" toggle.
  • When your Traka is seen by another Find My network device, you will receive a notification off its location.

Note: "Notify When Found" can only be activated when your Traka is out of range.

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5. When Your Traka is Lost / Enabling "Lost Mode".

  • Open Find My app and select the "Items tab. Tap on your item from the list.
  • Under "Lost Mode" tap "Enable". A screen detailing Lost Mode will pop up, tap "Continue".
  • Enter your phone number or email address and tap "Next.
  • You may enter a message that will be shared with the person that finds your item.
  • Tap "Activate" to enable "Lost Mode"

Note: When "Lost Mode" is enabled, "Notify When Found" is automatically enabled.

Note: When" Lost Mode" is enabled, your Traka is locked and cannot be paired to a new device.

1. Open Find My app and select the "Items" tab.

  • Tap on your item from the list. Please ensure "Lost Mode" is disabled.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the screen and tap "Remove Item".
  • A summary will open, tap "Remove" to confirm.

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2. Press the button to power on your Traka.

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3. After successfully removing the Traka from Find My app.

  • Press continuously the Traka's power on/off button 6 times until you hear a long beep.
  • The Traka is now reset and ready to be paired to a new Apple ID/iOS device.

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4. Unwanted tracking

If any Find My network accessory separated from its owner is seen moving with you over time, you'll be notified, Find My will send a notification to your Apple devices.

This feature is available on iOS or iPadOS 14.5 or later. These features were created specifically to discourage people from trying to track you without your knowledge.

Android

Pairing requires an Android phone or tablet.

To use Google, Find Hub app on your Android phone or tablet to locate Smart Finder, the device must be running Android 9 or later with Google Play Services installed. Google Find Hub helps you find your belongings quickly and safely -even when your devices are offline or far away. From your misplaced car keys to the tablet hiding beneath your couch cushions, it's easier than ever to keep track of your items. Plus, all your location information remains private - even from Google.

Android Activation:

  • Power On: Press the button once (a beep will sound).
  • Power Off: Press and hold the button for 5 seconds (two short beeps will sound).

Android Reset:

  1. Open the "Google Find Hub" app, select your Traka, tap the Settings button, then tap "Remove from Find Hub" and confirm.
  2. After removing it, press continuously the Traka button 6 times, and when you hear a long beep, the device will be reset.

Note: Please power on the Traka and remove the device from the "Google Find Hub" app before resetting.

Add Traka

  1. Make sure your phone's Bluetooth and network are turned on.
  2. Press the button once to turn on Traka (a beep will sound).
  3. Bring Traka close to your Android device and wait for the pop-up to show Traka. (Remark: If no pop-up appears, please restart your phone and try again).
  4. Tap "Connect", read and accept the prompts to complete the pairing.
  5. In the "Google Find Hub" app, select "Traka" to customise the device name and Category.

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Find Nearby

In the "Google Find Hub" app, select your Traka and tap "Play Sound" to locate your device. Once found, tap Stop Sound to silence the device.

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Find Far Away

  • In the "Google Find Hub" app, select your Traka, tap the device to view its location.
  • To navigate to the location, tap "Get Directions" to open map navigation.

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Enable Lost Mode

  • In the "Google Find Hub" app, select your Traka and tap "Mark as Lost".
  • Add your contact information and you will get a notified if the Find Hub network locates it.

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Traka Location Sharing

In the "Google Find Hub" app, select your Traka, then tap "Share Device".

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Connect to another phone

After completing the reset process, then connect to another Android phone.

(If you miss the pop-up):

Reset the Traka

If no pop-up appears, reset the Traka by quickly pressing the button six times.

Note: If no pop-up appears after resetting the Traka, please restart your phone and try again.

Battery Replacement

  1. Open the silicone stopper, use a screwdriver to unscrew the screws counterclockwise, and then open the product.
  2. Remove the battery.
  3. Insert the new CR2032 battery into the device with the positive (+) side facing up.
  4. After inserting the battery, align the slots and attach the top cover. Turn off and then restart the device. If there is no sound, please confirm whether the battery is installed correctly.

*After replacing the battery, you can use it without reconnection.

Battery Warning

  • Ingestion Hazard: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
  • Death or serious injury can occur if ingested. A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
  • Keep new and used batteries out of reach of children.
  • Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.

Compatibility note

To use Google, Find Hub app on your Android phone or tablet to locate Traka, the device must be running Android 9 or later with Google Play Services installed. The Apple Find My network provides an easy, secure way to locate compatible personal items using the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or the Find Items app on Apple Watch.

To use the Apple, Find My app to locate this item, the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, or macOS is recommended. The Find Items app on Apple Watch requires the latest version of watchOS.

Use of the Works with Apple badge means that a product has been designed to work specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been certified by the product manufacturer to meet Apple Find My network product specifications and requirements. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or use of this product or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Apple, Apple Find My, Apple Watch, Find My, iPhone, iPad, iPadOS, Mac, macOS and watchOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.