GO9+ overview

Explore GO9+ features for trips, driver alerts, and vehicle health.

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.


GO9+ telematics device.

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 near 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.
  • Each GO device is 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+.

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

GO9+ technical specifications

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Specification

Details

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 varying on certification. View full list of supported countries: Country Info.

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 theGO9+.

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.