The Dart 3 is a high-precision GPS tracking device with various inputs and outputs to meet the needs of entry-level tracking applications for real-time vehicle and fleet management. It does this without sacrificing the performance or reliability of tracking and communication.
The Dart3 GPS Tracker operates on the 4G LTE-M network, providing connectivity for tracking assets and vehicles. The tracker comes with multiple IO’s, allowing integration with other systems and devices. It also features Driver ID, enabling fleet managers to monitor driver behaviour and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Its compact housing contains GPS and cellular antennae, and the 12-wire connector allows easy access to all the Dart's functionality, making installation a breeze.
The Dart3 GPS Tracker suits various use cases, including fleet management, logistics, and asset tracking. It can monitor the location and status of vehicles, trailers, trucks, and other assets in real time. The device’s multiple IOs and a Bluetooth® 5.2 Gateway make integrating with other systems, such as temperature, door, and fuel sensors, easy.
Look at our range of Bluetooth® sensors from ELA, which provides an asset tracking and management solution. With its connectivity and advanced features, the Keep Track Dart3 GPS Tracker is a tool for businesses looking to optimise their operations and improve efficiency.
Suitable for business fleet tracking and car rental companies, hard wire it into your caravan for real-time monitoring. Don't worry about recharging batteries every 3–6 months to keep your GPS tracker going. Perfect for business or personal vehicles, the Dart3 is a feature-packed tracking solution that can be connected to any 8–36-volt vehicle, including cars, Utes, vans, and trucks. It is a solid GPS Tracker.
BLE also enables Driver ID, which seamlessly authenticates and identifies drivers without needing physical keys or ID cards.
Internal backup battery in case of loss of power or tampering, providing alerts and tracking operations even when external power is removed. The optional internal buzzer, the 3D accelerometer, can detect accidents and rollovers, speeding, harsh braking, cornering, and more. The flash memory rounds out a low-cost product but still packs a punch.
The Keep Track Dart 3 can simultaneously use high-precision GPS and GLONASS satellites, providing double the number of positioning satellites than standard tracking products. This results in faster acquisition and more accurate and reliable tracking.
A fleet management solution is a software platform that uses GPS tracking to optimise the operations of a business with multiple vehicles.
By monitoring vehicle locations, routes, and driver behaviour with real-time tracking, businesses can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety. Key features often include vehicle tracking, route optimisation, driver performance analytics, and maintenance scheduling
Asset tracking software utilises GPS technology to monitor the location and status of valuable items.
By attaching GPS devices to assets, businesses can gain real-time visibility, prevent theft, optimise asset utilisation, and improve overall operational efficiency. This software often includes features like geofencing, asset history, and alerts for unauthorised movement.
GPS trackers offer real-time visibility into the location and status of your valuable assets. By attaching these devices, you can accurately track everything from vehicles and equipment to inventory and personnel. This technology empowers businesses to enhance security, optimise asset utilisation, improve efficiency, and make data-driven decisions. With features like geofencing, asset history, and alerts, GPS tracking provides essential insights for better asset management.
Paying a subscription for a GPS tracker provides several key benefits that ensure the effective and reliable tracking of your vehicle or asset. Here's why a subscription is necessary:
1. Access to Satellite Networks: GPS trackers rely on satellite networks or cellular data to transmit location data. Accessing these networks involves costs, which are covered by your subscription fees.
2. Real-Time Data Transmission: Subscriptions ensure continuous real-time data transmission, allowing you to monitor your vehicle or asset's location without interruption. This is crucial for accurate and timely tracking.
3. Software and Platform Maintenance: Subscription fees support the development, maintenance, and updating of the tracking software and platforms. This includes ensuring user-friendly interfaces, adding new features, and fixing bugs.
4. Customer Support: A subscription includes access to customer support services. This means you can get assistance with any issues or questions regarding your GPS tracker.
5. Data Storage and Security: Your subscription helps cover the costs of storing historical tracking data securely. This ensures that your data is protected and can be accessed when needed.
6. Enhanced Features: Subscription plans offer advanced features such as geofencing, speed alerts, route history, and more, which enhance the functionality and value of your GPS tracker.
In essence, the subscription fee ensures that you receive a reliable, secure, and feature-rich tracking service, providing peace of mind and enhancing the security of your vehicle or asset.
Cellular Module | Nordic nRF9160 Modem operates on all major global LTE-M and NB-IoT bands (supports roaming across networks – roaming SIM required). Supported LTE bands: LTE-M (Cat-M1): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 NB-IoT (Cat-NB1/NB2): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B17, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 |
Bluetooth® Gateway | Bluetooth 5.2 gateway reports nearby Bluetooth tags and sensors |
SIM Size & Access | Internal Micro 3FF SIM |
GNSS Module | u-blox MIA-M10Q |
Constellations | Concurrent GPS/QZSS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
Tracking Sensitivity | -167dBm GPS industry-leading tracking performance |
*Location Accuracy | 1.5m CEP |
GNSS Assistance | GNSS almanac and ephemeris data for greater sensitivity and position accuracy |
Low Noise Amplifier | GPS signals are filtered and boosted by a SAW filter and low-noise amplifier (LNA), allowing operation where other units fail |
Cell Tower Location | Cell tower location fallback for positioning when GPS can’t get a fix |
The GNSS supplier provides *Positioning accuracy specifications and reflects ideal conditions. Device configuration, installation, environmental conditions, augmentation services, and many other factors may lead to variations in positioning accuracy.
Input Voltage | 8 - 33V DC (max) |
High-Performance Automotive Power Supply | Stringent power ‘load dump” tests are conducted to ensure operation in the harshest automotive electrical systems. Built-in self-resetting fuse makes installation simple and safe. |
Operating Current | ~70mA – Average (max) ~100 - 250mA battery charging |
Intelligent Power Management | Device enters sleep mode when a vehicle is inactive to prevent battery drain |
Sleep Current | <1mA (no peripherals supplied and battery fully charged). |
Backup Battery | 3.7V 300mAh LiPo internal backup battery pack. |
Dimensions | 99 x 76 x 19 mm |
Housing | Non-branded nylon glass housing is suitable for white labelling. |
Installation | 12 wire harness / 1m length supplied as standard. OBD2 and Cigarette Lighter harness options are available for quick and easy (or temporary) installs. 1m length |
Temperature Range | Operating: -30°C to +60°C (connected to external power) At < 0°C and > +40°C the internal backup battery will not be charged as a safety precaution due to the dangers associated with charging batteries at extreme temperatures. Recommended Storage: 10°C to 30°C, Humidity 30%. Store in a cool, dry place. |
Cellular Antenna | Internal |
GPS Antenna | Internal |
3-Axis Accelerometer | 3-Axis Accelerometer to detect movement, high G-force events, and more. |
Diagnostic LED | |
Flash Memory | Store records if device is out of cellular coverage. |
Onboard Speed and Heading | The device continuously monitors speed and heading, allowing for over-speed alerts as well as updates on speed and heading changes. |
Onboard Temperature | Provides ambient temperature but may not be suitable for precise temperature logging purposes. |
Analog Input | 1 x Analog Input 0-40V |
Digital Inputs | 3* x Digital Inputs with configurable pull-up/down 0-48V DC input range On/Off thresholds: Pull-up enabled: low at 0.4V, high at 1.9V Pull-down enabled: low at 0.8V, high at 2.2V. Can be used for pulse counting *Digital Input 3 pin shared with Driver ID. It cannot be used in conjunction with Wiegand or TTL readers. |
Digital Outputs | 1 x Switched Ground Digital Output – 2A max Easily wired up to switch external lights, relays, buzzers, etc. It can be used to immobilise a vehicle. |
1 x dedicated ignition Digital Input 0-48V DC 2.2V on/off threshold It may be used as a digital input if not required. |
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Switched Power Out | 3-5V out Max current 500mA |
TTL Interface | Serial interface used to connect a RFID reader for Driver ID. |
Wiegand | Wiegand Interface enables easy integration with a variety of RFID card types and readers. Existing employee access badges or IDs can be used with a Wiegand reader for driver ID, permission-based actions, and theft prevention, eliminating the hassle of issuing additional ID cards or fobs. |
1-Wire® or iButton® | 1-Wire® or iButton® can be used to read Driver ID tags. Readers available to suit multiple card formats. |
Accident & Rollover Detection | Configure accident and rollover alerts, triggered by extreme changes in the velocity and orientation of the vehicle or equipment. Up to 2 hours of second-by-second ‘black box’ data is stored to provide critical accident reconstruction data. |
Flexible Input Monitoring | Interface with a range of devices and switches for seatbelt detection, duress and panic buttons, lights, in-cab warning buzzers, and more. |
Driver ID Options | Bluetooth® RFID reader, iButton®, or Wiegand interface for Driver ID, access control, and log booking |
Driver Safety & Behaviour | Monitor speeding, harsh acceleration, braking, cornering, idling, and more to improve safety and prevent unnecessary wear on vehicles. Use the buzzer to alert drivers of these actions. |
GPS Jamming Detection | GPS jamming or interference can be detected and alerted on. |
In-Vehicle Alerts | Can be wired up to external buzzers or lights for in-vehicle alerts. |
Onboard Geofencing | Geofences can be downloaded directly to the device for enhanced location-based actions and alerts. |
Preventative Maintenance | Set reminders based on distance travelled and run hours to reduce maintenance and repair costs. |
Real-Time Tracking | Device remains continuously connected while on the move for real-time asset tracking. |
Remote Immobilisation | Digital outputs can be connected to a relay to enable remote immobilisation of vehicles and equipment for theft, abuse, or unauthorised usage. |
Run Hour Monitoring | Calculate run hours, and distance travelled (odometer) to understand and optimise asset utilisation. |
Tamper Alerts | Instant alert if the device is disconnected from its power source. |
Theft Recovery | Switch to Recovery Mode in the case of theft or loss to activate real-time tracking for asset retrieval. |
Data Security | Military-level AES-256 Encryption from device to Device Manager to protect the integrity and confidentiality of telematics data. Data forwarded to third-party systems is sent via HTTPS for end-to-end security. |
Manufacturer’s Warranty | Two-year manufacturer’s warranty. |