The Tracker i50 is designed by Datalink Systems and made in the USA. It is an advanced GPS tracking device capable of operating over multiple networks. Internal module options include Iridium SBD satellite modem, quad-band GPRS modem and 802.11B Wi-Fi.
Multiple external devices can be connected, including Kenwood NXDN mobile radios, OBD-II engine monitors, messaging terminals and pager devices.
Datalink develops applications for Android Tablets and Blackberries. The Tablets and Blackberries will connect to the Tracker i50 and Kenwood Mobile Radios over Bluetooth using dongles.
An external OBD-II module is available to interface the i50 with vehicle engine computers. This module works with most OBD-II gasoline engines, and some J1939 diesel engines. Engine data is continuously monitored, and any alerts are sent over the wireless network to the DataGate server. DataGate will forward these events to dispatch screens and email addresses.
The following data is monitored:
For applications where data security is paramount, we can supply a special version identified as the Tracker i50C. Together with the High Security version of DataGate, this solutions uses AES-256 encryption to encrypt all data packets.
The i50 provides an ideal platform for SCADA applications.
An i50-VMS firmware variant has been developed for remote control of highway message signs using NTCIP and other protocols.