Digital Matter
Dart 3
Robust and affordable vehicle tracking device with inputs/outputs, remote immobilization for fleet management, driver ID, driver safety and behavior monitoring, theft recovery, and more
- High-precision GNSS (GPS/GLONASS/Galileo) tracking device
- Wired or Optional OBDII or cigarette lighter power harness available for plug-and-play installation
- 1 x Ignition Digital Input, 3 x Digital Inputs, 1 x Analog Input, 1 x Switched Ground Digital Output, Switched Power Out
- Internal Backup Battery in case of loss of power or tampering
- Configure iButton®, Wiegand or RFID readers for Driver ID
- Accident and rollover detection, speeding, harsh braking and cornering, and more
- Immobilization option to safely disable vehicles and equipment remotely
- Available in Cellular 2G or LTE-M/NB-IoT versions
Features
CONNECTIVITY
The Dart3 is available in either Cellular 2G or LTE-M / NB-IoT versions
2G Version
| Module | Quectel MC60 850/900/1800/1900 MHz |
| Constellation | Concurrent GPS / GLONASS / Galileo |
| Channels | 99 Channel High Sensitivity Receiver |
| Tracking Sensitivity | -167dBM industry-leading tracking performance |
| *Location Accuracy | ~2.5m CEP, 50%, GPS, -130dBm |
| SIM Size & Access | Internal Micro 3FF SIM |
| 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 |
LTE-M / NB-IoT Version
| Cellular Module | Nordic nRF9160 Modem operates on all major global LTE-M and NB-IoT bands (supports roaming across networks – roaming SIM required) Supported LTE bands: LTE-M (Cat-M1): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 NB-IoT (Cat-NB1/NB2): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B17, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 |
| GNSS Module | uBlox EVA-M8Q |
| Constellation | Concurrent GPS / GLONASS / Galileo |
| Channels | 72 Channel High Sensitivity Receiver |
| Tracking Sensitivity | -167dBM industry-leading tracking performance |
| *Location Accuracy | ~2.0m CEP, 50%, 24 hours static, GPS, SBAS, -130dBm, > 6SVs |
| SIM Size & Access | Internal Micro 3FF SIM |
| 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 |
2G and LTE-M / NB-IoT Versions
The following specs are shared between versions unless otherwise stated.
POWER
| Input Voltage | 8-36V 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. |
| Operating Current | 2G ≈250mA when moving + ≈60mA while internal battery charging LTE-M / NB-IoT ≈50mA when moving + ≈60mA while internal battery charging |
| Intelligent Power Management | Device enters sleep mode when vehicle is inactive to prevent battery drain |
| Sleep Current | <1mA |
| Back-Up Battery | 2G – 850mAh LiPo internal backup battery pack LTE-M / NB-IoT – 200mAh LiPo internal backup battery pack |
MECHANICS / DESIGN
| Dimensions | 99 x 76 x 19 mm (3.90 x 2.99 x 0.75″) |
| Weight | 83g |
| Housing | ABS Polycarbonate Plastic. Non-branded housing for optional white-labeling. |
| Installation | 12 wire harness / 1m length supplied as standard *OBDII and Cigarette Lighter harness options available for quick and easy (or temporary) installs |
| Operating Temperature | -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. |
| Cellular Antenna | Internal |
| GPS Antenna | Internal |
| 3-Axis Accelerometer | 3-Axis Accelerometer to detect movement, acceleration, high G-force events, and more |
| Diagnostic LED | Diagnostic LED indicates operation status |
| Flash Memory | Store weeks of records if device is out of cellular coverage. Storage capacity for over 10 days of continuous 30-second logging. |
| On-Board Speed & Heading | The device continuously monitors speed and heading, allowing for over-speed alerts as well as updates on speed and heading changes |
| On-Board Temperature | The device reports internal temperature and prevents the internal battery charging in extreme temperatures. Internal temperature provides an indication of ambient temperature but may not always be precise. |
INTERFACES
| Analog Input | 1 x Analog Input. 0-40V |
| Digital Inputs | 3* x Digital Inputs with configurable pull-up/down 0-48V DC input rangeOn/Off thresholds: Pull-up enabled: low at 0.4V, high at 1.9V Pull-down enabled: low at 0.8V, high at 2.2VCan be used for pulse counting *Digital Input 3 pin shared with Driver ID. Cannot be used in conjunction with Wiegand or TTL readers. |
| 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 0-48V DC 2.2V on/off threshold May be used as a digital input if not required |
| Switched Power Out | 3-5Vout Max current 500mA |
| TTL Interface | Serial interface used to connect a Digital Matter RFID reader for Driver ID |
| Wiegand | Enables easy integration with a variety of Driver ID card types and readers or keypads |
| 1-Wire® or iButton® | 1-Wire® or iButton® can be used to read Driver ID tags. Readers available to suit multiple card formats. |
SMARTS
| Auto-APN | Auto-APN allows the device to analyze the SIM card and select the correct APN details from a list that is pre-loaded in the device’s firmware |
| Accident & Rollover Detection | Configure accident and rollover alerts triggered by extreme changes in velocity and orientation of vehicle or equipment. Second-by-second GPS data is saved on the device’s flash memory, with a capacity of approximately 2 hours of data. In the event of an accident, a subset of the data (60 seconds before / 10 seconds after) is uploaded to the server automatically (if configured) or can be requested manually for a detailed reconstruction of the incident. |
| Driver ID Options | RFID reader, iButton®, or Wiegand interface for Driver ID, access control, and logbooking |
| Driver Safety & Behavior | Monitor speeding, harsh acceleration, braking, cornering, idle times and more to improve safety and prevent unnecessary wear on vehicles |
| Geofence Alerts | The server can use device location to create geofences and alerts if an asset enters or leaves designated locations |
| Geofence Download to Device | Geofences can be downloaded directly to the device from Telematics Guru for enhanced location-based actions and alerts. 2G – Maximum of 20 geofences with up to 30 points per geofence LTE-M / NB-IoT – Maximum of 500 geofences with up to 100 points per geofence |
| 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 |
| Lone Worker Safety | Interface a variety of duress pendants to enable man-down alerts for lone worker safety monitoring |
| Preventative Maintenance | Set reminders based on distance traveled 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 traveled (odometer) to understand and optimize asset utilization |
| Sensor Monitoring | Interface with a range of devices and switches for seatbelt detection, duress and panic buttons, lights, in-cab warning buzzers, and more |
| 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 |
| Device Management Platform | Manage, monitor, configure, debug, update, and restart devices remotely from our cloud-based device management system |
| Configuration App | Configurable with DM-Link provisioning tool |
INTEGRATION
| Third-Party Integration | TCP Direct or HTTPS Webhook |
SECURITY
| Data Security | Military-level AES-256 Encryption from device to Device Management Platform 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
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LTE-M/NB-IoT – FCC, ISED, CE, ACMA RCM, EMC, RoHS
Visit support.digitalmatter.com for full device certifications for your region |
DIMENSIONS
*Positioning accuracy specifications are provided by the GNSS supplier and reflect ideal conditions. Device configuration, installation, environmental conditions, augmentation services, and many other factors may lead to variations in positioning accuracy.