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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Vehicle Telematics?

Vehicle telematics is a term used to define connected vehicle systems interchanging electronic data. These systems may be used for a number of purposes including dynamically pricing vehicle insurance, tracking vehicle & fleet locations, providing automatic incident notification and location and usage driven driver information services.
2. How does it work?

VLOC Systems supply a discrete in-car unit which communicates directly via GPRS with our centralised system to provide near real-time data on driving behaviour and vehicle usage. The interpolated data is combined with modern mapping technologies and available via a secure web based interface.
3. Is it complicated to fit ?

The hardware unit takes less than one hour to install into most standard vehicles. No special preparation of the vehicle is required and the installation is carried out by a qualified technician.
4. How do I view the results?

End users are able to login to a secure web portal to view telematics based journey information including mapping and journey histories.
5. Will the device invalidate manufacturer warranties?

No. Fitting the device is no different to fitting any other aftermarket sattelite navigation equipment.
6. What happens if I'm out of cellular / gprs coverage?

The VLOC unit continues to record data and attempts to send using the GSM network until signal strength resumes. The unit is capable of recording data for extended periods of time without network coverage.
7. Can all vehicles benefit from the VLOC system?

Yes - as long as the vehicle has an ignition feed and a standard voltage power feed. In certain scenarios additional calibraition of the units is required (e.g. when used in Motorcycles and Boats where the pitch / yaw sensors will receive different extremes of data).
8. Will the unit interfere with existing satellite or telematic systems?

The device will not interfere with standard in car systems.

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