Castel - PT-690 Features
This page provides a public feature summary of the Castel PT-690 portable pet GPS tracker and explains how those features map to usage within Plaspy. It focuses on practical, non-sensitive information you can use to understand the tracker’s capabilities and what to expect when pairing the device with Plaspy for location monitoring and basic alerts.
Exact feature availability and behavior can vary by firmware version, hardware revision, installation type, regional variant, and manufacturer implementation. This page relies on the device description provided by the manufacturer; for device-level configuration, firmware updates, and the most current technical details consult the official Castel documentation.
Feature Overview
The PT-690 is a compact, lightweight pet GPS tracker designed for collar or harness mounting. It uses cellular data and satellite positioning to provide location updates and pairs with companion mobile apps for consumer-facing alerts and monitoring.
- Portable pet tracker size and weight suitable for collars and harnesses
- Real-time positioning using GPS and assisted GPS modes for improved fix times
- Cellular GSM GPRS connectivity to report location over the mobile network
- Companion Android and iOS apps that support location monitoring and geo-fence alerts
- Long endurance behavior with low energy consumption and low voltage alerting
- Durable ABS+PC shell and small form factor to minimize impact on the pet
Core Features of Castel - PT-690
- Portable form factor for attachment to pet collars or harnesses based on the device description
- GPS receiver with high sensitivity for accurate satellite positioning
- Dual position modes including GPS and A-GPS to improve time to first fix and accuracy in assisted scenarios
- Reporting over cellular GSM/GPRS networks for real-time location updates
- Companion mobile applications for Android and iOS with geo-fence alert capability
- Low energy consumption design and low voltage alerting to extend operating time
- Compact and lightweight enclosure made from ABS+PC material for durability
- Documented physical dimensions and weight intended for small animal use
How These Features Work with Plaspy
Plaspy can receive and present location and device status updates from compatible trackers like the PT-690, giving a centralized view for monitoring and operational oversight. Plaspy automatically detects many tracker protocols and accepts reports for processing and display on its platform.
- Real-time location updates from the PT-690 appear on Plaspy maps for immediate visibility
- Geo-fence events reported by the device or companion apps can be surfaced as alerts inside Plaspy
- Device battery or low voltage indications, when transmitted by the tracker, can be shown as a status attribute in Plaspy
- Plaspy consolidates device visibility and event history to assist in locating pets and reviewing recent movements
- Plaspy automatically detects common tracker protocols and accepts incoming device reports to the platform endpoint d.plaspy.com for processing
Typical Use Cases
- Home and neighborhood pet monitoring to track a pet’s location during walks or outdoor time
- Recovery support for a lost pet by providing the latest reported position
- Temporary location tracking for pets during travel or boarding services
- Geo-fence based notifications for when a pet leaves a designated safe area
- Lightweight, unobtrusive tracking for small pets where size and weight matter
Feature Availability Notes
- Feature behavior may differ between firmware versions and manufacturer updates; check the device firmware level for specifics
- Hardware revisions or regional variants can change supported bands, power profiles, or availability of assisted GPS features
- Battery endurance depends on reporting interval and real world conditions; stated endurance is approximate
- Cellular coverage and network quality directly affect real-time reporting and position delivery to cloud services
- Some device alerts and telemetry are dependent on the tracker sending those fields; Plaspy will surface data that the device transmits
Why Use Plaspy with These Features
Using the Castel PT-690 with Plaspy gives a consolidated way to monitor pet location and receive alerts alongside other devices. Plaspy’s device detection and mapping make it straightforward to visualize positions reported by compact pet trackers and to combine location visibility with alerting and device status in a single platform.
Learn more about Plaspy and how it works with compatible trackers at https://www.plaspy.com. Device features, firmware behavior, and manufacturer implementation details can change over time; verify the latest device specifications and instructions on the manufacturer site http://www.castelecom.com/ before making deployment decisions.
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