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What do the blinking lights on my GPS device mean?

This article is to help you better understand what the lights on the GPS mean.

Updated over a week ago

Fleetlane telematic devices use LED indicators to communicate their current status. These lights provide quick visual feedback about the device’s power mode, connectivity, and overall health. Understanding what each blinking pattern and color means can help you diagnose issues and confirm the device is operating properly.

Power Modes

The device operates in different modes depending on activity and connection state. Each mode is indicated by specific LED behavior:

Mode

LED Behavior

Description

Idle

Slow blinking red

The device is powered on but not actively tracking.

Active

Solid red + blinking orange

The device is actively tracking and transmitting data.

LED Status Indicators

Below is a table that explains the different LED colors and blinking patterns used by the device:

GPS

Idle

N/A

OK

N/A

OK

Cellular

Idle

OK

N/A

N/A

OK

Status

Slow red blinking

1 blink

2 blinks

3 blinks

Slow orange blink

Each LED corresponds to a different system status, such as GPS, cellular connectivity, or power. Refer to the table for specific details about what each LED pattern means.

Troubleshooting Tips

  • No LEDs: Ensure the device is connected to a power source.

  • Constant blinking red: May indicate the device is stuck in a boot loop or not registering on the network.

If you’re unsure about an LED status or your device isn’t behaving as expected, contact Fleetlane support for assistance.

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