EdgePoint Tracker

Nexcomm System’s EdgePoint Tracker cellular tracker and sensor hub is a small, cellular gateway designed for outdoor tracking and sensing applications. It uses an integrated GNSS receiver and reports its location through a CAT-M1 cellular modem. A Dallas 1-Wire channel, one analog input, and one pulse input give it the ability to connect to sensors for live monitoring of equipment.

The EdgePoint Tracker has three inputs for sensors. The first is an analog resistive input, for sensors such as level or float sensors. The second is a pulse input for sensors with relays or dry contacts that pull the line low and release it, such as flow meters. This line has an internal pull-up to power the input. Third is a Dallas 1-Wire input for digital sensors, such as temperature sensors.

The CAT-M1 cellular modem gives the EdgePoint Tracker a longer range than traditional CAT-4 modems. This is beneficial for tracking items in remote and rural areas where the cellular signal is low. The CAT-M1 also offers lower power consumption, providing longer battery life.

A solar recharged battery enables years of operation without needing to replace batteries or service the units. This eliminates the need for local power at the installation site, making installation and moving the device to different equipment easy.

The EdgePoint Tracker cellular tracker and sensor hub is housed in a rugged outdoor rated enclosure and can easily be white labeled. It can report to Nexcomm servers or to a customer’s existing cloud services. This generic approach to connectivity makes the EdgePoint Tracker ideal for integrating into new and existing systems.