Specifications

i50 Manual (5.10)
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2.0 i50 Overview
The i50 is Datalink’s intelligent asset tracking unit. It is designed for automatic vehicle location (AVL)
and two-way data transfer over multiple wireless communications networks via the Datalink DataGate
server software. It includes an internal GPS receiver and optional internal modems for a complete
solution in one box. Two main i50 versions are produced: the i50B for general commercial use; and
the i50C, which includes support for AES-256 encryption.
Standard features:
 Flash memory based microprocessor with upgradeable firmware
 50-channel GPS receiver (supports GPS and GALILEO* signals)
 Three external RS-232 serial ports (only two available when using internal Wi-Fi)
 Sleep mode with adjustable timeout and periodic wakeup timer
 Wide input voltage range with load-dump protection
 Battery voltage monitoring
 Four digital inputs plus Ignition input
 Four digital outputs
 Two analog inputs
 Switched power output for driving external devices
 Internal flash memory for permanent storage of unit settings
 Internal data buffer with backup battery to eliminate data loss
 Internal 3D accelerometer to monitor driving style and detect movement while in sleep mode
 Panic alert mode
 SCADA ready
 Remote programmable
 Real-time clock (RTC) to timestamp events as they occur
Optional features:
 Internal satellite and cellular modems with dual-mode capability
 Internal Wi-Fi modem
 External J1708 engine interface
The i50’s three external serial ports allow it to interface with external devices, including:
 Cellular modem (GPRS/CDMA)
 Satellite modem (Iridium/Inmarsat D+/Globalstar/MSat)
 Sentry 2-way pager system
 RF modem (point-to-point and trunked)
 Magnetic card reader
 Laptop
 Third-party devices
 J-1708 engine interface
Other devices and networks can be made available with custom development.
* Available through GPS firmware update when Galileo system becomes operational.