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APPLYING FOR AN ARGOS PROGRAM
If you are new to Wildlife Computers or need to create a new Argos program, this document will provide
you with the information you need to create your program.
If you wish to operate a location and data collection program using the Argos satellite system, yourprogram will need be approved and unique identification numbers (PTT IDs) assigned to each tag. Youmust use the online application system—argos-system.org/become-a-user—to describe your programand apply for PTT IDs.
Click on the “Register” button.

You will need to provide the contact information for the program’s administrator. Fill out the form
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The next form provides the specifics of your Argos program. You need to complete the following
information:•Program name—provide a name for your project (e.g., Gulf Sea Turtle Project).

•Deployment date—select one month before your tags are scheduled to ship from WildlifeComputers.

•Type of Argos application—enter “Wildlife.”•Duration (in months)—enter the longest duration possible for your application. This will become
your program’s expiration date.

•Planned number of platforms—enter the number of PTT IDs you need for your program. You need
one PTT ID per tag.

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User requirements—this field is for CLS information purposes only. It has no bearing on what dataor services you will receive. You can select as many as you want. Wildlife Computers recommends
checking the following boxes:— Global coverage— Location accuracy— Low transmitter power (< one watt)•Detailed description of the program objectives.

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The next form asks for additional information on the program, its purpose, and the organization.

This final step in applying for an Argos program sets you up to start the PTT ID application process. Choose“Yes” to move forward or “No” to wait and apply for the PTT IDs later.
Wildlife Computers recommends selecting “Yes” to fill out the technical (PTT ID) file now to expedite theprocess of CLS approving your program and PTT IDs at the same time.

Note: if your application is urgent, or if you have not received confirmation of your application
after several days, we recommend contacting CLS to confirm that your information was received.

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Additional Services
The Argos purchase order will include additional service options. The free Wildlife Computers Data Portal
can be configured to automatically download Argos data and alert users when tags transmit, therefore
ArgosDirect and ArgosMonitor services are not normally required by Wildlife Computers Portal users.
ArgosDirect
ArgosDirect is a fee-based service whereby CLS Argos will automatically deliver data to you. Options
include tag data being distributed via email, SMS, FTP, or monthly CD-ROM. These data must still be
imported into the Portal for decoding.
ArgosMonitor
ArgosMonitor is a fee-based service that will automatically contact Argos users when tags behave in apredetermined way. This could be when a tag enters or leaves a certain geographic area or has started orstopped transmission for a period. Generally, ArgosMonitor is not used by Wildlife Computers clients due toautomatic downloading and alerts via the Wildlife Computers Portal.
ArgosMonitor and ArgosDirect are not required. These services are provided free of charge
through the Wildlife Computers Data Portal.

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Redmond, WA, 98052 USA

APPLYING FOR NEW ARGOS (PTT) ID NUMBERS
Applying for New Argos ID Numbers
If you are coming from the program application process, begin with Step 5. If you are coming back to yourapplication after logging out, begin with Step 1. CLS offers a generic video to help you along: https://youtu.
be/7XGXPEoQjbE
Note: The ID application process is available online. If your deployment requires a different repetition rate,
you can contact Wildlife Computers for an ID application form that includes a recommended Argos repetitionrate.
1. Begin the application processing bylogging into your Argos account using
the username and password supplied byArgos. https://argos-system.clsamerica.
com/argos-cwi2/login.html
2. When logged in, click on “My Account.” Thisis the icon next to your username in thetop-right corner.
3. Choose “SUA & Id request.”
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5. Choose the program you want to associate with your PTT ID request, the total number of PTT IDs youneed for the program (1 PTT ID per tag that will be deployed), and the starting date of your deployment
program. Then click the + sign in the lower-right corner.

Note: If you are coming directly from creating your Argos program, this is the screen you will see.

6. On the next screen, you will need to fill out the number of tags you will be deploying, the platformfamily (fish, marine animals, birds, etc.), this is more specific about your species, platform manufacturer,
and the tag type.

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7. You need to fill out what kind of services you are requesting.
• You will choose “location and data collection.”• The location algorithm is as follows:– For SPOT, SPLASH, and Avian—“Kalman filtering”– For Pop-up or PAT tags—“Least Squares Analysis”• Typical repetition rates are as follows:– Sea Turtles—15 seconds– Sharks—15 seconds– Pop-up or PAT tags—60 seconds
Note: The requested repetition rate cannot be set to less than 40 seconds in the system. For a lower
value repetition rate, you must enter 40 seconds and then in the “Explanation” field, you will write,“A fast 15- [or 30-] second repetition rate is required as this species spends little time at the surface.”
You can see the example in the photo below. Contact your Wildlife Computers representative if you
aren’t sure about your repetition rate or require further assistance.
• Select “Yes” to send the ID numbers to the tag manufacturer.
• Select “No” to allow the manufacturer access to the data for one month.
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8. Verify the number of PTT IDs and the deployment start date, platform type, and platform model. Ifeverything is correct, click “Next.”

9. Click on “Download the Argos System Use Agreement” to keep a record for your files, choose to certify
the information is correct, and click “Send” to send the SUA to CLS.

Contact Us
If you need additional help, feel free to contact us by calling +1 (425) 881-3048 or emailing tags@
wildlifecomputers.com.
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