The VL103M from a leading telematics manufacturer is a compact, rugged 4G GPS tracker purpose-built for motorcycles and light commercial vehicles. Plaspy compatible out of the box, the VL103M delivers reliable real-time tracking, robust anti-theft alerts and practical telemetry features designed for fleet management, vehicle rental operations and stolen vehicle recovery.
Small but feature-rich, the VL103M combines multi-constellation GNSS (GPS + BDS + LBS) with LTE Cat 1 cellular communications and GSM fallback to provide continuous location updates and event-driven reports. With remote listen-in, buzzer/horn output, configurable vibration and tamper alarms and low-voltage detection, this tracker is a strong fit when you need accurate positioning, motion detection and dependable alerts integrated into the Plaspy platform.
Key Highlights
- Plaspy compatible for easy integration into your real-time tracking and fleet management workflows.
- High-accuracy positioning: GPS+BDS+LBS with better than 2.5 m CEP for precise location reporting.
- Rugged, weather-resistant design (IP66) and compact form factor ideal for motorcycles and small vehicles.
- Remote audio monitoring (listen-in) plus relay/IO for buzzer or horn to assist audible locating and warnings.
- Multiple event triggers—vibration, speeding, geo-fence entry/exit, tamper and cover removal—enable proactive anti-theft alerts.
- Wide power input (9–90 VDC) and internal 270 mAh backup battery to maintain telemetry during power interruptions.
- Fast GNSS acquisition (Avg. hot start ≤ 1 s) and strong sensitivity (down to −165 dBm) for challenging environments.
How It Works with Plaspy
The VL103M communicates secure location and telemetry to Plaspy over LTE Cat 1 with GSM fallback, enabling real-time tracking, historical playback and configurable alerts inside the Plaspy dashboard. Integration is straightforward: Plaspy ingests periodic position updates and event reports from the tracker, and you can configure alert rules, map views and fleet reports to match operational needs.
- Real-time location and telemetry updates delivered to Plaspy for live tracking and map visualization.
- Event-driven alerts: vibration, geo-fence entry/exit, tamper and cover removal feed directly into Plaspy notifications.
- Low-voltage detection and ACC/SOS digital input status available to support battery protection and emergency workflows.
- Remote listen-in audio capability and relay/IO control for buzzer/horn events usable as part of Plaspy alarm responses.
- Onboard storage (16+16 Mb) buffers data during temporary loss of connectivity for later upload to Plaspy.
Technical Overview
| Connectivity | LTE Cat 1 with GSM fallback |
|---|---|
| Bands / Variants | Multiple regional frequency variants: VL103M (L) and VL103M (E) across LTE‑FDD / LTE‑TDD and GSM bands |
| Power & Battery | Wide input 9–90 VDC; internal industrial 270 mAh / 3.7 V Li‑Polymer backup battery |
| Storage | Onboard data storage 16 + 16 Mb for buffered logging |
| Interfaces | Micro‑SIM slot; digital inputs (ACC, SOS); outputs including relay and IO for buzzer/horn |
| GNSS | GPS + BDS + LBS positioning; accuracy < 2.5 m CEP; sensitivity down to −165 dBm; TTFF Avg. hot start ≤ 1 s, Avg. cold start ≤ 32 s |
| Accelerometer | Onboard accelerometer for motion and vibration detection |
| Bluetooth | Not specified |
| Remote Management | Remote configuration and data upload via cellular — platform management specifics via Plaspy integration |
| Form Factor | Compact: 92.0 × 40.0 × 20.0 mm; weight 55 g; IP66 rated |
| Operating Conditions | Operating temperature −20 °C to +70 °C |
Use Cases
- Fleet management for light commercial vehicles and motorcycle fleets—real-time tracking, route playback and operational alerts in Plaspy.
- Vehicle rental management—secure returns, geofence enforcement and low-voltage protection to reduce battery damage.
- Stolen vehicle recovery—timely tamper, cover removal and vibration alerts combined with remote listen-in and buzzer activation to assist recovery teams.
- Safety and emergency response—SOS input, ACC status and event notifications push immediate alerts to dispatch via Plaspy.
- Telemetry-enabled workflows—positioning and motion data can complement fuel monitoring and maintenance schedules when combined with Plaspy analytics.
Why Choose This Tracker with Plaspy
When you need compact hardware that doesn’t compromise on capability, the VL103M is a practical Plaspy compatible solution. Its multi-constellation GNSS, strong sensitivity and fast TTFF deliver accurate real-time tracking for motorcycles and small vehicles. The rugged IP66 housing and wide power input make it resilient in tough operating conditions, while the internal backup battery preserves critical telemetry during power interruptions. Connectors and IO—Micro‑SIM, ACC and SOS inputs plus relay output for audible locating—enable flexible integrations without custom hardware changes.
Paired with Plaspy, the VL103M brings anti-theft alerts, telemetry reporting and event-driven automation into a single operational view. That combination improves response times for stolen vehicle recovery, reduces downtime for rented vehicles and streamlines fleet oversight. For fleets prioritizing dependable GPS tracking, remote audio monitoring, and actionable alerts, the VL103M offers a reliable, compact option that integrates smoothly into Plaspy’s real-time platform.
Set Up VL103M
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
NDBIBhz7glZ9Qcj5NRZJP6eGqtYavg - Set the update interval every 60 seconds
TIMER,60#
or
CeCuGl3jM3JB - Enable GPRS mode
GPRSON,1#
To check parameter settings GPRSSET#