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MEET FTC887 – BATTERY-MOUNTED TRACKER WITH DEAD RECKONING FEATURE
26/5/7
Teltonika introduces the next-generation battery-mounted device FTC887 with dead reckoning functionality for continuous tracking even when GPS signal is lost in tunnels, urban canyons, underground parking, or dense city streets.
RELIABLE, EVEN WHEN GPS STOPS WORKING
Businesses that rely on GPS trackers to monitor their fleets are well aware of GPS signal loss. Tracking can be interrupted when vehicles drive through dense urban areas with tall buildings, tunnels, underground car parks, or other locations where signals are blocked. Thanks to dead reckoning feature, FTC887 device overcomes these limitations.
By using built-in accelerometer and gyroscope data, our tracker continuously measures movement, direction, and speed, thus providing accurate location data and ensuring that businesses can continue their operations without any struggle.
NEW OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Dead reckoning ensures more than just continuous tracking. One common fleet management challenge is inaccurate virtual odometer data, which occurs when parts of a trip’s track are missing, leading to discrepancies between actual and recorded mileage. This affects fuel reports, trip validations, driver accountability, and other processes related to kilometres driven. Dead reckoning feature helps to avoid these data gaps, ensuring precise and reliable reporting.
What is more, the chances of recovering stolen vehicles increase significantly, particularly in scenarios involving GPS jammers. When satellite signals are intentionally blocked, devices with dead reckoning allow fleet managers to maintain visibility of a vehicle’s route and location, improving the likelihood of vehicle recovery.
MADE FOR INSURANCE TELEMATICS
Teltonika’s FTx88 series was designed with insurance telematics in mind, offering cost-effective, battery-mounted installation and reliable data collection for accurate mileage tracking, theft detection, and driver behaviour insights.
FTC887 device with dead reckoning provides insurers with even greater peace of mind through continuous tracking and reliable data that support claim validation, fraud prevention, and faster vehicle recovery in theft scenarios. This is further enhanced by an advanced crash detection feature, which includes a 400 Hz accelerometer, configurable crash trace recording, and detailed crash severity data, such as impact direction and vector.
BUILT FOR FLEXIBILITY AND TOUGH ENVIRONMENTS
FTC887 tracker retains all the benefits of the FTx88 series, including a 320 mAh internal battery and an IP69K-rated casing for the ultimate protection against dust and water, as well as 4× lower power consumption and improved GNSS precision, which bring tracking experience to the next level.
FAQ
How long can dead reckoning continue without GPS signal?
Although dead reckoning can continue tracking when the GPS signal is lost, it is not a replacement for standard GPS-based tracking. The best performance is achieved when both data sources are used together, as they complement each other.
When a device relies on dead reckoning only for an extended period, positional errors gradually accumulate. So, dead reckoning is most effective as a short-term support mechanism until reliable GPS signal is restored.
Does dead reckoning require any specific type of installation?
To achieve maximum results, it is better to set up tracking device correctly. The detailed information on proper preparation is available on our Wiki page.
Firstly, the tracker must be mounted firmly in the vehicle, with good visibility of the sky. Secondly, since dead reckoning feature is available only with FT platform devices, it is configurable via Telematics Configuration Tool (TCT).
Finally, once device mounting adheres to the guidelines, alignment can be performed. The device must finish a specific alignment process to determine its mounting orientation. During this process, there are specific conditions that must be met:
1. The device must be stationary with clear sky visibility for at least 3 minutes.
2. Vehicle speed during alignment should be between 10 km/h and 100 km/h, with varying speeds preferred over extended constant-speed driving.
3. Avoid driving in underground tunnels or areas with a poor GPS signal, otherwise, alignment needs to be restarted from the second step.
Where can I find more information about dead reckoning functionality?
For more information about dead reckoning feature, please contact us, explore our webinar key takeaways, or visit Wiki page for more details.