GO9+ Support Document

Technical specifications and installation instructions for the device.

Geotab GO9+ — Expandable Telematics Device with Wi-Fi Hotspot

The Geotab GO9+ telematics device builds on the class-leading GO9 with the added benefit of a CAT4 cellular modem (available on all GO9+ versions) and on-board Wi-Fi hotspot (not available on the GP9-LTETENG). Similar to the GO9, the GO9+ offers state-of-the-art GPS technology, g-force monitoring, GEOTAB IOX expandability, engine and battery health assessments, and communication on the LTE network.

Vehicle tracking

Using Geotab’s patented tracking algorithm, the GO9+ accurately recreates vehicle trips and analyzes incidents.

Improve fleet safety and performance

The GO9+ relays in-vehicle alerts to notify drivers of infractions in real-time and delivers live driver coaching — with hardware add-ons — for improved on-road performance. The GO9+ does not require a dash-mounted antenna or any wire splicing.

Security

Geotab platform security is designed for end-to-end protection of your data. Key implementations include:

  • GO device and network interfaces use authentication, encryption, and message integrity verification.

  • GO devices are individualized. Each device uses a unique ID and non-static security key — making it difficult to fake a device’s identity.

  • Over-the-air updates use digitally-signed firmware to verify that updates come from a trusted source.

  • Geotab uses independent third-party experts to validate the platform from end-to-end.

  • FIPS 140-3 Inside [#4875]. Used for performing cryptography upon device connection and firmware update.

In-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot

Geotab’s GO9+ telematics device delivers an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot to connect tablets, phones, and other Wi-Fi capable devices. Stay connected to your drivers at all times and improve your fleet functions.

Note:

Wi-Fi functionality is not available on the GP9-LTETENG version of the GO9+.

Key features

  • Wi-Fi hotspot functionality (not available on the GP9-LTETENG)

  • Easy installation

  • LTE Connectivity

  • Small form factor device

  • Intelligent in-vehicle driver coaching

  • Breakthrough collision detection and notification

  • External device expandability via IOX Technology

  • Built-in auto-calibrating accelerometer and gyrometer

  • Near-real-time vehicle data

  • Fast GPS acquisition time using Almanac OTA support

  • Support for GPS+GLONASS connectivity

  • Additional native support for more vehicle protocols

  • End-to-end cybersecurity

Technical specifications and features

Interfaces

Engine Management

Legacy Interfaces

  • Physical Interfaces: J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, J1708, 9141-2 and ISO 14230 (KWP2000) at Pins 2 and 10

  • Speed: 10.4/41.6 kBd for J1850, 9141-2 and ISO 14230 and 9600/62500 bps for J1708

  • Data packet protocols: J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, J1708, J1708 CAT, ISO Toyota, ISO Vario, ISO Ford, ISO Isuzu

  • Diagnostic/application protocols: OBD2

Standard CAN

  • Physical Interfaces: CAN at Pins 6 and 14, Pins 3 and 11, Pins 2 and 10

  • Speed: 125/250/500 kbps

  • Data packet protocols: ISO 15765 CAN, GMLAN, VW TP 2.0, SAE J1939-21, SAE J1939-FMS

  • Diagnostic/application protocols: Std OBD2, WWH-OBD, UDS (ISO 14229)

Single Wire CAN

  • Physical Interfaces: Single Wire CAN at Pin 1

  • Speed: 33/50/83.3 kbps

  • Data packet protocols: GMLAN, OEM Specific

Medium/Low Speed CAN

  • Physical Interfaces: J1939-13 Type 2, TTL CAN at Pins 3 and 11, Pins 2 and 10

  • Speed: 50/125/250 kbps

  • Data packet protocols: GMLAN, OEM Specific, ISO 15765 CAN, SAE J1939-21, SAE J1939-FMS

  • Diagnostic/application protocols: Std OBD2, WWH-OBD, UDS (ISO 14229)

  • 2- or 3-wire install support (for older vehicles/asset tracking)

Input/Output

  • Buzzer

  • LEDs — Ignition, GPS, Cellular

  • IOX (more details below)

  • Internal GPS/Cellular antennas

Cellular

Availability varies by certification.

GO9+ LTE ATT/TELUS/Rogers

  • LTE (CAT-4): Bands 2/4/5/12

  • 3GPP Compliant

GPS receiver

72-channel engine (GPS/GLONASS/Beidou/Galileo/SBAS/WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/GAGAN)

  • Under 1 second Time-To-First Fix for hot and aided starts

  • Cold start: 26s

  • Concurrent GPS & GLONASS system

  • Accuracy: ~2.0 m CEP

  • OTA FW updates supported

Onboard Wi-Fi

Supports WPA2+AES security protocol

Supports up to 10 simultaneous connections

802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz

DL range: 0–25 Mbps

UL range: 0–10 Mbps

Note:

Wi-Fi functionality is not available on the GP9-LTETENG version of the GO9+.

Environmental

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C

SAE J1455

Temperature

  • Temperature Cycle Test

  • Thermal Shock

Humidity

Mechanical Vibration

  • Random Vibration Testing

General Heavy-Duty Truck Electrical Environment

  • Steady State Electrical Characteristics

Accelerometer & gyroscope

3D accelerometer and 3D gyroscope. Full-scale acceleration range of ±8 g and an angular rate range of ±250 dps.

Acceleration and angular rate output data rate of 1.66 kHz.

Mechanical

Weight: 97 g (0.21 lbs)

Dimensions: 77.3 mm L × 53 mm W × 27.5 mm H

Housing: PC + ABS - SABIC CY6414 (Flame retardant)

Electrical

Voltage: 12 V and 24 V systems supported

Tracking mode (ignition on)

Wi-Fi off

  • Peak power: 320 mA @ 12 V, or 3.84 W

184 mA @ 24 V, or 4.416 W

  • Average power: 96.2 mA @ 12 V, or 1.15 W

55.1 mA @ 24 V, or 1.322 W

Wi-Fi on

  • Peak power: 433 mA @ 12 V, or 5.196 W (Tx power is 23 dBm)

249 mA @ 24 V, or 5.975 W

  • Average power: 330 mA @ 12 V, or 3.96 W (Tx power is 10 dBm)

189.7 mA @ 24 V, or 4.554 W

Note:

Wi-Fi functionality is not available on the GP9-LTETENG version of the GO9+.

IOX Operating Mode

  • Up to 2.75 A Current

  • Resettable overcurrent protection to IOX

Compliance

FCC, ISED, PTCRB, NOM, CE, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, UKCA, E-Mark, ANRT

Carriers: AT&T, TELUS, Rogers

Over-the-air (OTA) support

Firmware Updates: For maintenance, new features, and custom applications

Parameters: For turning additional features on/off

Almanac/Ephemeris Data: For quicker GPS latch

In-cab buzzer

Decibel Output: >80 dBA at 10 cm

Driver Feedback: Harsh braking, harsh acceleration, harsh corners, over-revving, excessive idling and speeding, engine based seatbelt violations (when available), and custom

Test Mode: Diagnostic beeps for validating GPS and wireless connection

Voltage recording

Curve-based voltage logging to detect weak batteries, failing alternators, and failing starters

64-Mb Non-volatile flash memory

Main Data Memory: Up to 80,000 logs in offline mode (out of coverage)

Collision Data Memory: Buffer records over 100 minutes of second-by-second data

(6,000 logs). Last 72 records (1.2 minutes) are sent instantly on accelerometer-triggered collision-level events.

Recording parameters

Patented curve-based GPS/voltage/accelerometer/engine data logging algorithm for fewer, more accurate data points

Intelligent ignition

Non-engine-based ignition detect on voltage and movement, allowing for 3-wire installation. Ideal for older vehicles with no engine information and covert installation for asset recovery.

Installation instructions

Refer to the GO9+ installation guide on the Geotab Installations site.

Important safety information and limitations of use

For the latest version of the Limitations of Use, please visit: gtb.link/k6Fp0w.

Warning:

Your in-vehicle devices must be kept clear of debris, water and other environmental contaminants. Failure to do so may result in units malfunctioning or short-circuiting, that can lead to a fire hazard and cause loss or serious injury.

Warning:

Do not attempt to remove the device from the vehicle in which it was originally installed. Removal and reinstallation in another vehicle may result in incorrect data.

Note:

This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Configuration, servicing, and repairs must only be made by an authorized reseller or installer.

Note:

The EU Declaration of Conformity is available at https://gtb.link/pMwn.

Regulatory statements

Warning: RF exposure compliance

The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instruction and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

L'antenne ou les antennes utilisées pour cet émetteur doivent être installées pour fournir une distance de séparation d'au moins 20 cm de toutes les personnes et ne doivent pas être co-localisées ou fonctionner en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou émetteur. Les utilisateurs et les installateurs doivent recevoir des instructions d'installation de l'antenne et les conditions de fonctionnement de l'émetteur pour satisfaire la conformité à l'exposition aux RF.

CANADA

CAN ICES-003 (B) / NMB-003 (B)

This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference.

  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

  1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

  2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

USA

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Geotab could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Mexico

La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada

Malaysia

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