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"Cellular modem radio access technology" record meaning

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Hi everyone,

 

What is the exact meaning of the 'Cellular modem radio access technology ' status record found under 'Engine Measurements' section? Additionally, what are its possible values and their respective meanings?

 

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Cellular modem radio access technology (RAT) basically refers to the type and generation of cellular network technology being used. . .

 

Think of it in the context of cellular phones, as an example- here are a few: 3G, LTE, HSPA, UMTS, etc. . .

 

--Regarding the possible values and their respective meanings, 0 = 2G, 2 = 3G, 7 = 4G(LTE), & 8 = LTE-M / CAT-M1 - (See the info below for a more detailed breakdown)

 

Cellular Modem Radio Access Technology This refers to the type of cellular network a Geotab GO device is connected to.

  • Function: Identifies the network technology (e.g., 2G, 3G, 4G, CATM1) that a GO device uses for internet connectivity.
  • How to find in MyGeotab:
    1. Navigate to Safety > Log data & Collisions.
    2. Select the vehicle and date range.
    3. Type "Cellular modem radio access technology" in the search bar.
  1. The Record Value column will indicate the network type:
      • 0 = 2G
      • 2 = 3G
      • 7 = 4G
    • 8 = CATM1
  • Report: This information can be found in the Log Data and Collisions Report.

 

I hope this helps!

 

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Cellular modem radio access technology (RAT) basically refers to the type and generation of cellular network technology being used. . .

 

Think of it in the context of cellular phones, as an example- here are a few: 3G, LTE, HSPA, UMTS, etc. . .

 

--Regarding the possible values and their respective meanings, 0 = 2G, 2 = 3G, 7 = 4G(LTE), & 8 = LTE-M / CAT-M1 - (See the info below for a more detailed breakdown)

 

Cellular Modem Radio Access Technology This refers to the type of cellular network a Geotab GO device is connected to.

  • Function: Identifies the network technology (e.g., 2G, 3G, 4G, CATM1) that a GO device uses for internet connectivity.
  • How to find in MyGeotab:
    1. Navigate to Safety > Log data & Collisions.
    2. Select the vehicle and date range.
    3. Type "Cellular modem radio access technology" in the search bar.
  1. The Record Value column will indicate the network type:
      • 0 = 2G
      • 2 = 3G
      • 7 = 4G
    • 8 = CATM1
  • Report: This information can be found in the Log Data and Collisions Report.

 

I hope this helps!

 

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