Displaying assets on the map
In GpsGate, the "Position marker type" are the various symbols used to show where a asset is on a map, like arrows, dots, or custom symbols. You can choose between two options: Icon or Status.
This article will give you an overview of these options and provide the corresponding setup guides.
2. Position marker type: Status
4. Status indicator vs Position marker
1. Position marker type: Icon
The asset position will be represented on the map with the Icon set. This can be modified according to your preference or you can even import your custom icons.
Find out how to set the Position marker type: Icon
2. Position marker type: Status
The "Position marker Status" will show the current status of the asset. Depending on each asset's current condition, it can display various statuses. There are 2 other subcategories under the Position marker Status: Motion or Icon Sets.
The "Position marker Motion" indicates the ignition and speed conditions of the asset.
Position marker Icon Sets represent the customized conditions for the status. This can be based on any input from the tracker.
For example, if Car 2 reported a temperature over 50, therefore the position marker will convert to the Red Extinguisher Icon. If the temperature will drop, the icon will return to default.
Status Indicator:
The same Icon Sets can be employed for both the Position marker and the Status indicator, based on the same conditions. For example the Car 2 with both options:
Device Setup :
Asset status panel:
Find out step by step how to use Icon Sets.
3. Asset Label
Labels enable you to choose both a color and a straightforward icon for your asset. These options can be configured by editing the asset within the Markers section.
Examples:
4. Status indicator vs Position marker
Note the difference between the different elements of this configuration:
- Label color: shows on the left side of the marker label
- Label icon: shows on the left side of the marker label (1)
- Status indicator(s): displays to the right of the label text (2)
- Position marker: displays the current asset location (3)
By default, the position marker uses the motion icon set to show whether the asset is moving, idling, parked, or offline.
5. More examples of Status indicator and Position Marker:
You can also customize the marker attributes that display when you click on the marker label. For more information, visit the marker attributes article.