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OFFSHORE ANGLING => Boat Tech => Topic started by: TimTDP on August 23, 2023, 03:28:33 PM

Title: Boat GPS Tracker
Post by: TimTDP on August 23, 2023, 03:28:33 PM

I want to install a GPS tracker to my boat.
Don't want a monthly subscription.
What are my options?

Title: Re: Boat GPS Tracker
Post by: bos suzi on October 15, 2024, 08:32:04 AM

HI Tim
This should not be difficult, the main way is you need to have it powered in a efficient way,


I built a gps tracker with basic electronics to be able to send the location once you send a sms to the specific number,
There should be very cost effective options

Title: Re: Boat GPS Tracker
Post by: CRANKMAN on October 15, 2024, 09:06:22 AM

Try Electromannsa.co.za
I have bought a couple of diy units from them and they work great. You need to load airtime or data (airtime doesn't expire, so works for me) on to the sim in the unit, then after the first year, there is a yearly subscription (R200) for the monitoring software. Obviously these systems work off cell reception, so can they can only monitor when in range of a tower. You can monitor from cell or PC, set up Geo fences for alarms, the system has decent history and there are even options to enable a mic and speaker, or cut or trigger an electronic device connected to it.

Title: Re: Boat GPS Tracker
Post by: Durran on October 17, 2024, 02:25:54 PM

AirTags!