The VL101G vehicle terminal by VL (model VL101G) is a Green-Gps compatible GPS tracker engineered for professional fleet management and vehicle telematics. Designed for rooftop and exposed installations, this 4G GNSS tracker combines high-precision positioning, robust network connectivity, and vehicle-oriented I/O to deliver reliable real-time tracking, tamper resilience, and actionable vehicle data for fleets, rental operations, and usage-based insurance programs.
Integrating dual-frequency GNSS (L1 + L5) with GPS, BDS, GLONASS and Galileo support plus an inertial navigation system (INS), the VL101G keeps location accuracy strong even in marginal-signal environments. With LTE Cat 1 communication and GSM (2G) fallback, onboard storage and vehicle inputs/outputs, the VL101G provides the telemetry, ignition status and immobilizer-ready control channels that Green-Gps-based systems use to deliver advanced monitoring, anti-theft protection and fleet optimization.
Key Highlights
- Green-Gps compatible GPS tracker optimized for real-time tracking and fleet management workflows.
- Dual-frequency GNSS (L1 + L5) with GPS, BDS, GLONASS and Galileo for high positioning accuracy (<1.5 m CEP).
- LTE Cat 1 with GSM (2G) fallback and Micro-SIM slot for broad cellular coverage and dependable uplink.
- Vehicle-focused inputs/outputs and TTL/RS232 compatibility to support ignition detection, telemetry and remote engine cut-off (immobilizer).
- Rugged IP66 enclosure, wide operating temperature (−20°C to +70°C) and compact form factor for rooftop and exposed vehicle use.
- Onboard storage (128+128 Mb) and a 450 mAh industrial-grade Li-Polymer backup battery for offline data logging and continued operation during power loss.
- Built-in accelerometer and gyroscope for driving behavior analytics (harsh acceleration, braking, cornering, sudden lane change).
How It Works with Green-Gps
When integrated with Green-Gps, the VL101G streams GNSS position fixes, vehicle telemetry and input/output events to the platform for real-time visibility, alerts and historical reporting. Green-Gps ingests the device's position and sensor telemetry over the cellular uplink and translates ignition, movement and digital I/O events into operational insights, geo-fence triggers and security workflows within your fleet management dashboard.
- Real-time location and telemetry updates delivered to Green-Gps via LTE Cat 1 (with GSM fallback).
- Ignition detection and vehicle movement events mapped to Green-Gps dashboards and alerts for start/stop, unauthorized movement or tampering.
- Driving behavior analytics (harsh acceleration, harsh braking, harsh cornering, sudden lane change) reported as telematics events for coaching and risk scoring.
- Remote immobilizer capability (engine cut-off) implemented via relay control and digital outputs for anti-theft and asset recovery workflows.
- Offline data buffering (onboard storage) and backup battery operation ensure continuity of logs and position history when connectivity is intermittent.
Technical Overview
| Connectivity | LTE Cat 1 with GSM (2G) fallback; Micro-SIM slot |
|---|---|
| Bands | Manufacturer-specified LTE/GSM bands (see vendor datasheet) |
| Power & Battery | Wide input 3–36 V DC; 450 mAh industrial Li-Polymer backup battery |
| Interfaces | Digital inputs/outputs, TTL interfaces, RS232/TTL compatibility; relay control for remote engine cut-off (immobilizer) |
| GNSS | Dual-frequency GNSS L1 + L5; supports GPS, BDS, GLONASS, Galileo; accuracy <1.5 m CEP; TTFF hot ≤1 s, cold ≤24 s |
| Bluetooth | Not specified (use Green-Gps integration to combine VL101G data with external Bluetooth sensors if needed) |
| Remote Management | Status LEDs for GNSS/Cellular/Power, industry-standard communication protocols for cloud integration; onboard storage for logged data |
| Form Factor | 70.0 × 80.0 × 25.0 mm; 113 g; IP66 rated; operating temperature −20°C to +70°C |
Use Cases
- Fleet management: continuous real-time tracking, routing, driver scoring and maintenance planning using telemetry and driving behavior analytics.
- Vehicle rental & leasing: usage monitoring, geo-fence enforcement and tamper/immobilizer options to protect assets and enforce contracts.
- Usage-based insurance (UBI): capture high-fidelity driving events and accurate positions to support risk-based premiums and claims investigations.
- Anti-theft & recovery: ignition detection plus remote engine cut-off (immobilizer) and movement alerts integrated with Green-Gps incident workflows.
- Telematics & diagnostics: collect telemetry channels and external sensor data for fuel monitoring, battery health checks and operational reporting.
Why Choose This Tracker with Green-Gps
The VL101G is a purpose-built GPS tracker for fleets that need precise positioning, resilient connectivity and vehicle-level control. As a Green-Gps compatible device, it feeds high-frequency GNSS fixes, telemetry and event data directly into Green-Gps for real-time tracking, fleet management and anti-theft operations. Its dual-frequency GNSS and INS minimize position drift in difficult environments, while onboard storage and a backup battery preserve data continuity during signal or power interruptions.
For operators focused on total cost of ownership and operational safety, the VL101G’s driving behavior analytics, ignition detection and relay-based immobilizer provide immediate value: reduce fuel consumption and wear through driver coaching, tighten security with remote immobilization, and consolidate vehicle telemetry for smarter maintenance decisions. Green-Gps further enriches operations by combining VL101G vehicle feeds with additional data sources — for example, external fuel sensors or Bluetooth sensors managed by the platform — to deliver comprehensive telemetry, reporting and alerting without requiring a single-vendor hardware stack.
Set Up VL101G
To set the tracker send the following commands by SMS messages
- Reset factory settings
FACTORY# - Set the time zone UTC-0
GMT,E,0# - Set the operator APN
APN,{{apn}},{{apnu}},{{apnp}}# - Set the GPRS server
SERVER,1,d.plaspy.com,8888,0#
or
WyJFSL1sQGUdvn5mESHjnprd4l6RdD - Set the update interval every 60 seconds
TIMER,60#
or
n7KRqODLuPTj - Enable GPRS mode
GPRSON,1#
To check parameter settings GPRSSET#