Iridium Edge FAQ

FAQ - Frequently asked questions regarding Teltonika Iridium Edge solution

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about Teltonika Iridium Edge.

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Question	Comments
Which Teltonika GPS trackers support Iridium Edge?	Teltonika FMC125 and FMX64x trackers support Iridium Edge currently.
With the FMX64 model, can CAN data be sent via Iridium data link?	CAN data be sent only using GSM link. Using Iridium data link you can send: Location, Speed, Ignition status, Panic button, DIN, DOUT, Crash detection (FMC125).
Can the data sending work for real-time monitoring? Or should it be scheduled for each x second/minutes reports?	No, it will start working when the connection is lost.
Does the device need to have certifications CE/FCC/PTCRB or any local ones?	Iridium Edge device certificates are to be found at https://www.iridium.com/products/iridium-edge/. Requirements for certification are decided by local governments.
What use cases do we have?	The use case is published here - https://teltonika-gps.com/industries/use-cases/logistics-tracking-in-remote-areas-using-iridium-connected-telematics-solution/. The solution is particularly useful for various applications, such as remote mining and construction, international logistics, wildlife tours, and remote team management, so more use cases will follow.
When working with iridium SBD, can GPS tracking device send data and also receive commands?	Iridium Edge is only able to send data, one way transmission.
Does Iridium Connected Telematics Solution have information available at teltonika wiki.	Yes, there is information available about Iridium Edge at https://wiki.teltonika-gps.com/view/Iridium_Edge.
Does Iridium Edge have IP67 rating?	The Iridium Edge has IP67 rating.
Does Iridium Edge has any power/Status LEDs?	Iridium Edge does not have power/status LEDS present at the moment.
Will there be the possibility of parallel operation of GSM and iridium?	Where there is no GSM connectivity, Iridium Edge will work, and when the vehicle enters the mobile coverage area, Iridium Edge solution will switch to it. If the device loses a GSM connection, it switches to Iridium network.
How many devices can I connect to one Iridium Edge modem?	There is possibility to connect only one device.
Would it be possible to get iridium satellite visibility in underground areas i.e: basement/tunnel/etc?	It is not possible to get Iridium Edge satellite visibility in undernground areas.