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Asset Simulator

The asset simulator lets you easily test GpsGate no - GPS tracker or smartphone necessary. You can generate track and input data for testing, demos, and training.

Note: the simulator is only available for the pay-as-you-go model, and is not available if you're using legacy licenses.

  • You will see your assets (using the asset simulator) moving towards the desired destination on the map

  • You can add multiple destinations for each asset to complete the trip

  • The simulator moves with realistic speed according to road speed limits

  • You can start/stop asset movement at any time

  • Set a new destination with a right-click

  • Change input values to test event rules like speed and temperature

How to use the GpsGate's Simulator:

1. Log into your application. From here, you have 2 options to create a simulator.

2. First, you can use the Try our Simulator shortcut in the Guide window. Find the Guide icon in the upper right-hand side of your window 💡

OR

Click the drop-down arrow beside + Add asset... in the Asset panel and select 'Simulator'.

3. This window allows you to change the simulator name or Save it with the default name.

4. A user will be automatically created. Click right on the user GpsGate Simulator in the Asset panel to set the first position.

5. Click on the map to set the Simulator's first position.

Map with location marker and simulator prompt.

6. Click another point of the map to create a route for the Simulator: 

Map with drive here button and simulator options.

Once you set the initial and final destination, the device simulator will start. 

Once you've reached your destination, right-click, to set a new one, and the simulator starts driving again! If you want to stop the trip, click directly on the simulator.

Want to test event rules or generate more complex data?

The simulator supports several variables automatically: temperature, fuel level, SOS, speed, and harsh braking/turning/acceleration. You'll only see temperature and fuel level visible in the image below - scroll down to see more variables. You can also add other inputs from the device mapper.

Enabling the Simulator panel 

If you don't see the Simulator panel, make sure it's enabled under the Window menu. Click on Main Menu (Three horizontal lines icon) > Window > Simulator

For more details on asset types and using other tracker types, read this. 

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