LT-501E LoRa GPS Tracker
The LT-501E is a compact, Plaspy compatible LoRa GPS tracker designed for reliable personal use and asset tracking in both indoor and outdoor environments. Engineered for long battery life and flexible deployments, the LT-501E combines LoRaWAN connectivity with built-in BLE beacon support and motion sensing to deliver accurate location, timely alerts, and low-power telemetry for IoT and M2M applications.
The device supports LoRaWAN™ Class A and Class C and is optimized for Plaspy integration, enabling real-time tracking, geofencing, power alerts, and remote configuration from the Plaspy dashboard. Lightweight and rechargeable, the LT-501E is easy to carry or mount on equipment and includes features such as a buzzer for audible alerts, a 3-axis accelerometer for motion detection, and optional external GPS antenna support.
Key Highlights
- Plaspy compatible GPS tracker with LoRaWAN Class A/C for low-power long-range connectivity.
- Built-in BLE for beacon-based indoor positioning and pairable Bluetooth sensors to extend telemetry.
- Long battery life—up to 130 days at a 5-minute GPS reporting interval with optional 19A battery.
- Compact, lightweight IPX7-rated enclosure for easy mounting and outdoor use (when sealed).
- Remote configuration capabilities (report interval, GPS on/off, buzzer control, ping) for flexible deployment management via Plaspy.
- 3-axis accelerometer and buzzer provide motion detection and audible alerts for anti-theft and personal safety use cases.
- Robust LoRa link performance with Semtech SX-1276 chipset and receive sensitivity down to -128 dBm at 980 bps.
How It Works with Plaspy
When deployed with Plaspy, the LT-501E sends uplink messages over LoRaWAN to your configured network server, where Plaspy decodes and maps location and telemetry in near real-time. Plaspy can visualize GPS positions, process BLE beacon proximity for indoor location, raise geofence alerts, and surface power or help-report events to operations teams. Downlinks from Plaspy enable remote configuration and control of reporting behavior to balance responsiveness and battery life.
- Real-time location and telemetry updates delivered from LoRaWAN uplinks to Plaspy.
- BLE beacon proximity and accelerometer-based motion events for indoor/outdoor context.
- Power-low and power-off alerts routed to Plaspy alerts and notifications.
- Remote configuration (reporting interval, GPS enable/disable, buzzer control, ping) via Plaspy downlinks.
- Geofence and help-report events handled by Plaspy to trigger workflows or dispatch.
Technical Overview
| Connectivity | LoRaWAN™ Class A & Class C (Semtech™ SX-1276 LoRa chipset) |
|---|---|
| Bands / Variants | LT-501E: EU 868 MHz. (Series also includes LT-501H variant for US 915 MHz / AS 923 MHz regions.) |
| Power & Battery | Rechargeable via Micro USB; optional replaceable 19A battery. Estimated battery life up to 130 days at a 5-minute GPS reporting interval. Operation voltages: DC 3.3–4.3V (battery) and USB 4.5–5.5V. Power-low and power-off alerts supported. |
| Interfaces & I/O | Built-in buzzer, 3-axis accelerometer for motion detection, Micro USB connector for charging, optional external GPS antenna via MMCX, built-in watchdog. Remote configuration supported. |
| GNSS | GPS patch antenna (18×18×2 mm) onboard; optional external GPS antenna via MMCX connector. |
| Bluetooth | Built-in BLE for beacon-based indoor positioning and pairing with Bluetooth sensors; typical BLE range ~35 m in open areas. |
| Radio Performance | LoRa transmission range roughly 1–10 km at 980 bps (site-dependent). Receive sensitivity down to -128 dBm at 980 bps. |
| Remote Management | Remote configuration of reporting interval, GPS enable/disable, buzzer control, and ping for regular or near-real-time tracking. |
| Form Factor & Protection | Compact enclosure approximately 63.3 × 43.0 × 15.5 mm; weight ~35 g (±2 g). IPX7 when the rubber cover is sealed. |
| Certifications & Accessories | CE, FCC, Telec, LoRaWAN™ Certification, ThingPark Certification. Standard: Micro USB cable. Optional: 19A battery, external GPS antenna, mounting steel plate. |
Use Cases
- Personal safety and lone-worker tracking — compact wearable form factor with help-report and buzzer for audible alerts.
- Asset management and anti-theft — long battery life and motion detection help detect unauthorized movement and support recovery workflows in Plaspy.
- Indoor/outdoor hybrid tracking — BLE beacons for indoor positioning combined with GPS outdoors for continuous coverage.
- IoT/M2M deployments — low-power telemetry over LoRaWAN for remote sensors where infrequent but reliable updates are required.
- Equipment monitoring — pair with Bluetooth sensors to extend telemetry such as temperature or movement, feeding data into Plaspy for alerts and reporting.
Why Choose This Tracker with Plaspy
The LT-501E is a practical choice for organizations and individuals that need a Plaspy compatible GPS tracker offering long battery life, flexible LoRaWAN connectivity, and BLE-based indoor positioning. Its remote configuration features help administrators tune reporting cadence for real-time tracking or extended field life, while motion detection, power alerts, and geofencing integrate cleanly into Plaspy workflows for anti-theft and operational monitoring. With certified radios, an IPX7-rated compact case, and optional accessories like an external GPS antenna and replaceable battery, the LT-501E delivers dependable telemetry and location data that scales from single-device personal safety deployments to distributed asset fleets.
Set Up LT-501E
To set the tracker send the following commands by SMS messages, Format used by Plaspy 5gmMCpxa67qSnF9hiSEzun
- Setup the tracker
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