BN-408A GPS Tracker (Model 408)
The BN-408A is a portable GPS tracker designed for reliable asset management and anti-theft protection, fully Plaspy compatible. Its strong magnetic adsorption and high-capacity 3.7V 10,000 mAh Li-ion battery make it ideal for long-term, maintenance-light monitoring of vehicles, trailers, containers, and other movable assets without permanent installation.
Built for real-time tracking and remote oversight, the BN-408A supports 2G/3G/4G networks and communicates over TCP, UDP, or SMS so Plaspy can receive live location, alarms, and telemetry. A built-in infrared tamper sensor, multiple alarm types and configurable power strategies combine to deliver dependable anti-theft capability and flexible fleet management integration.
Key Highlights
- Plaspy compatible GPS tracker with real-time tracking and platform-ready transport protocols (TCP/UDP/SMS).
- Strong magnetic adsorption for tool-free mounting on vehicle chassis and portable assets — ideal when no fixed installation is desired.
- Long-life 3.7V 10,000 mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery provides extended standby for long-term monitoring.
- Infrared tamper sensor plus movement, overspeed, shock and low-battery alarms for robust anti-theft protection.
- Multiple positioning strategies — Real-time Online, Smart Mode (sleep while stationary), and Power Saving Mode — to balance reporting frequency and battery life.
- Real-time location, track playback and geo-fence alerts for fleet management, route audit and recovery workflows.
- Remote voice monitoring via the mobile app or platform for on-site verification and situational awareness.
How It Works with Plaspy
The BN-408A sends GPS location and status data to Plaspy over TCP, UDP or SMS, enabling immediate integration into Plaspy dashboards and alerts. Plaspy-compatible reporting allows operators to view live position, replay historical tracks, and act on alarms such as tamper events or low battery notifications. Remote configuration via SMS setup commands enables quick field updates when server-side configuration is not available.
- Real-time location and telemetry updates (position, signal quality, battery level).
- Infrared tamper status and shock/movement alarms for anti-theft detection.
- Geo-fence alerts and track playback for route validation and fleet management audits.
- Power-saving and Smart Mode reporting for extended battery life during long deployments.
- Remote voice monitoring for situational checks and verification of onboard events.
- TCP/UDP/SMS transport so Plaspy can ingest reports across common telematics channels.
Technical Overview
| Product name | GPS TRACKER |
|---|---|
| Model | 408 (BN-408A) |
| Connectivity | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Bands | 4G: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B28A/B28B/B40; 3G: B1/B2/B3/B5/B8; 2G: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz |
| Transport protocols | TCP, UDP, SMS |
| Battery | Rechargeable 3.7V 10,000 mAh Li‑ion battery |
| Dimensions | 106 mm × 63 mm × 37.5 mm |
| Weight | 343 g |
| GNSS sensitivity & accuracy | Sensitivity: -165 dBm; Accuracy: approx. 5 m |
| TTFF (Time To First Fix) | Cold 45 s, Warm 35 s, Hot 1 s |
| Environmental | Operating: -20°C to +45°C; Storage: -40°C to +85°C; Humidity: 5%–95% non‑condensing |
| Hardware interfaces | Charging/data cable included; hardware interface for charging and external connections (specific I/O not detailed) |
| Tamper detection | Infrared tamper sensor |
| Accessories | Charging/data cable included |
| Bluetooth | Not specified |
| Remote management | Remote configuration via SMS setup commands |
| Form factor | Portable, magnetic mount for vehicle/asset attachment |
Use Cases
- Fleet management: temporary or seasonal vehicles that require non-invasive, Plaspy compatible GPS tracking and route playback.
- Trailer and container security: strong magnet mount and tamper detection protect trailers and containers against unauthorized removal.
- High-value portable equipment: track tools, generators and movable assets where permanent wiring is impractical.
- Anti-theft recovery: real-time tracking, overspeed and shock alerts help operators detect and respond to theft or unauthorized movement.
- Long-term remote monitoring: low-maintenance deployments using Power Saving or Smart Mode to extend battery life between charges.
Why Choose This Tracker with Plaspy
Pairing the BN-408A with Plaspy gives operators a straightforward, scalable solution for asset visibility and anti-theft protection. The device’s multi-network support (2G/3G/4G), long-life 10,000 mAh battery and magnetic mounting minimize installation effort and downtime, while infrared tamper detection and multiple alarm types deliver actionable telemetry for timely response.
For fleet management and asset owners who need real-time tracking, track playback and geo-fence alerts, the BN-408A provides the core GPS telemetry Plaspy expects. Its TCP/UDP/SMS transport options ensure reliable data delivery to Plaspy servers, and SMS setup commands allow field-level reconfiguration when immediate server access is not available. When combined with Plaspy dashboards, the tracker supports comprehensive monitoring workflows and can complement other telematics such as fuel monitoring sensors or ignition state data where those external inputs are present.
Choose the BN-408A if you want a Plaspy compatible GPS tracker that balances portability, battery endurance and tamper-aware security for versatile, low-maintenance asset and fleet tracking deployments.
Set Up BN-408A
To set the tracker send the following commands by SMS messages, the sample setup the device password is sszcqa, this password is the default
- Factory reset
beginsszcqa - Set the time zone UTC-0
time zonesszcqa 0 - Set the operator APN
apnsszcqa {{apn}} - Set the username and password of APN operator
upsszcqa {{apnu}} {{apnp}} - Set the GPRS Server
adminipsszcqa 54.85.159.138 8888 - Set update interval
fix060s060s***nsszcqa - Switch to GPRS mode to UDP or TCP
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To check settings checksszcqa
To enable the status of the fuel sensor or improve the transmission of the status of the digital sensors protocolsszcqa 18