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Verify GPS Device - Video

Verify GPS/Device Video

Updated over 5 months ago

Verifying Device Functionality

Step 1: Confirm Device is Reporting

  • Open the FleetWatcher mobile app.

  • Tap Devices → Verify GPS Device.

  • Enter the ESN and tap Search.

Step 2: Check Two Key Indicators

  • Ensure the screen shows:

    • Engine Running

    • Connected to at least 8 satellites

With eight or more satellites, the device is functional and reporting reliably.

Step 3: Troubleshoot if No Data Appears

  • If no data appears or LEDs are still blinking:

    • The device may still be connecting.

    • Move equipment outside if it’s indoors or under a metal roof.

    • If issues persist, contact Field Operations for support.

Step 4: Verify Engine Data (Bus-Connected Devices)

  • For bus-connected devices, confirm the app displays:

    • RPM

    • Odometer

    • Engine Hours

    • Fuel Usage

  • Verify these readings match your equipment gauges.


5. Setting Idle Threshold

Step 1: Locate Idle Threshold

  • At the bottom of the verification screen, find Idle Threshold.

  • Choose one of two options:

    • Set Using Current RPM

    • Enter RPM Manually

Step 2: Set Using Current RPM

  1. Ensure the engine is idling.

  2. Tap Set Using Current RPM.

  3. A pop-up displays the detected RPM and a recommended threshold.

  4. Tap Yes to confirm and save.

Step 3: Enter RPM Manually

  1. Tap Enter RPM Manually.

  2. Scroll through the list and select the correct RPM.

  3. Tap Save to confirm.

Note: For hardwired devices, idle threshold fields appear but are not applicable — you can safely ignore them.

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