Arrow Global BLE
Cellular 4G LTE Cat 1bis and 2G fallback
Wired GPS tracker and Bluetooth® Gateway with flexible I/O options for vehicle and fleet management and wireless sensor monitoring.
- Flexible Input Monitoring – 1 x Ignition/Digital Input, 1 x Digital Input, 1 x Analog Input, 1 x Switched Ground Digital Output, 1Wire®/iButton®
- Bluetooth® gateway to report on BLE tags and sensors
- Supports Accident Detection, Driver ID, Driver Behavior, Remote Immobilization
- Backup battery in case of loss of power or tampering
- Connects to all major 4G LTE Cat 1bis and 2G bands for global asset visibility
Connectivity
| Cellular Module | Quectel EG912 operates on all major global 4G LTE Cat 1bis and 2G bands. Supported 4G LTE Cat 1bis bands: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B66 Quad-band 2G support for global 2G networks: B34, B38, B39, B40, B41 |
| Bluetooth® | Bluetooth 4.2 gateway reports nearby Bluetooth tags and sensors |
| SIM Size and Access | Internal Nano 4FF SIM |
Location
| GNSS Module | Quectel LC76G |
| Wi-Fi Positioning | Disabled at firmware level for future implementation. |
| Constellations | Concurrent GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS |
| 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. |
| *Location Accuracy | ~1.5m CEP |
| *Positioning accuracy specifications are provided by the GNSS module supplier and reflect ideal conditions. Device configuration, installation, environmental conditions, augmentation services, and many other factors may lead to variations in positioning accuracy. |
Power
| Input Voltage | 10-30V 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. |
| Intelligent Power Management | Device enters sleep mode when vehicle is inactive to prevent battery drain. |
| Sleep Current | <1mA (no peripherals supplied and battery fully charged). |
| Backup Battery | 200mAh LiPo internal backup battery pack. |
Mechanics / Design
| Dimensions | 98 x 45 x 14 mm (3.86 x 1.77 x 0.55 in) |
| Installation | 8 wire harness / 600mm length supplied as standard. |
| 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 events, and more. |
| Diagnostic LED | Diagnostic LED indicates operation status. |
| Flash Memory | Store records if device is out of cellular coverage. View storage capacity here. |
| 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. |
Interfaces
| Analog Input | 1 x Analog Input 0-30V |
| Digital Inputs | 1 x Digital Input Configurable pull-up/down 0-50V DC input range |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x Switched Ground Digital Output – 2A max Easily wired up to switch external lights, relays, buzzers, etc. Can be used to immobilize a vehicle. |
| Ignition | 1 x dedicated ignition Digital Input 0-50V DC 2V on/off threshold May be used as a digital input if not required (fixed pull-down) |
| Switched Power Out | 3-5Vout Max current 500mA |
| 1-Wire® or iButton® | 1-Wire® or iButton® can be used to read Driver ID tags. Readers available to suit multiple card formats |
Smarts
| Accident and 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. |
| Driver ID Options | RFID reader or iButton® interface for Driver ID, access control, and log booking. |
| Driver Safety and Behavior | Monitor speeding, harsh acceleration, braking, cornering, idle times and more to improve safety and prevent unnecessary wear on vehicles. |
| 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. |
| Geofencing | Geofences can be downloaded directly to the device for enhanced location-based actions and alerts. View storage capacity here. |
| 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. |
| 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 Immobilization | Digital outputs can be connected to a relay to enable remote immobilization of vehicles and equipment in the case of theft, abuse, or unauthorized usage. |
| Run Hour Monitoring | Calculate run hours and distance travelled (odometer) to understand and optimize asset utilization. |
| 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. |
Device Management
| Flexible Configuration | Configure device parameters such as position update rate, movement and accelerometer settings, and more to fit any tracking application. |
| Device Management Platform | Manage, monitor, configure, debug, update, and restart devices remotely from our cloud-based device management system. |
Integration
| Third-Party Integration | TCP Direct, HTTPS Webhook, MQTT |
| API | Command and configure the device via rich API functionality. |
Security
| 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 |
Warranty
| Manufacturer’s Warranty | Two-year manufacturer’s warranty. Exclusions apply. |
Certifications
| Please check our knowledge base for | regulatory and network certifications |








