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Suntech - ST 240 Features

This page provides a public feature overview of the Suntech ST 240 GPS tracker and how its core capabilities map to monitoring and fleet workflows in Plaspy. It focuses on practical, non sensitive information about what the device is designed to do and how those functions are typically used with the Plaspy platform.

Exact feature availability for any deployed unit can vary by firmware version, hardware revision, installation method, and manufacturer implementation. Before purchase or deployment, confirm device specific behavior with Suntech documentation and test devices in your intended installation to verify the features you require.

Feature Overview​

The Suntech ST 240 is a compact vehicle tracker built for continuous position reporting and resilient operation in automotive environments. It combines GPS location reporting with cellular communications, a backup battery, and user definable inputs and events to support track and trace, fleet visibility, and vehicle recovery workflows.

  • IP67 rated plastic housing for protection against dust and water in compact vehicle installs
  • Position reporting triggered by angle change, distance travelled, or elapsed time
  • Internal rechargeable Li-Polymer backup battery to maintain tracking during power loss
  • Quadband GSM support with GPRS plus TCP and UDP transmission for flexible connectivity
  • Internal memory for local data storage and sleep mode to conserve power when idle

Core Features of Suntech - ST 240​

  • IP67 waterproof plastic cover suitable for exposed automotive mounting locations
  • GPS position reporting configurable by change in angle, distance, or time intervals
  • Internal backup rechargeable Li-Polymer battery with a 450mAh capacity for temporary power continuity
  • Full quadband GSM support and GPRS transmission for broad cellular coverage
  • Support for TCP and UDP communications to transmit tracking data over cellular networks
  • Internal memory to buffer position and event data when a connection is unavailable
  • Sleep mode functionality to reduce power consumption when the vehicle is stationary
  • Multiple digital inputs including predefined inputs for ignition and panic plus internal events driven by user parameters

How These Features Work with Plaspy​

Plaspy ingests position and event reports from compatible trackers like the ST 240 and presents them in a central monitoring interface. Plaspy automatically detects many tracker protocols and reflects device events and inputs as actionable items in the platform.

  • Location reports from the ST 240 appear in Plaspy as live positions and historical tracks based on device reporting triggers
  • Backup battery events and sleep mode behaviour are visible as device status and last known position in Plaspy
  • Buffered data stored in the device internal memory is transmitted when connectivity is restored and surfaced by Plaspy as time ordered events
  • Digital inputs such as ignition and panic are represented as event markers and can be used to drive alerts or reporting in Plaspy
  • User defined internal events from the device map to corresponding event entries in Plaspy for operational monitoring

Typical Use Cases​

  • Fleet vehicle tracking for real time location awareness and history playback
  • Track and trace operations where waterproof compact hardware is required
  • Vehicle recovery scenarios using continuous position reporting and panic input events
  • Installations that benefit from a short duration backup battery during power interruption
  • Low power or parked vehicle monitoring using sleep mode to preserve battery life
  • Simple telemetry and event reporting where internal memory buffers data between connectivity windows

Feature Availability Notes​

  • Some features may change with firmware updates or specific hardware revisions; firmware level can affect reporting behavior and event handling
  • Installation method and wiring determine which digital inputs are available and how predefined inputs like ignition and panic should be connected
  • Regional cellular coverage and operator support affect the practical behavior of quadband GSM and GPRS connectivity
  • Internal battery run time and charge behavior depend on device configuration and firmware settings
  • Always consult the official manufacturer documentation for the precise list of supported inputs, events, and installation recommendations

Why Use Plaspy with These Features​

Using the Suntech ST 240 with Plaspy centralizes vehicle location and event data so operations teams can monitor movement, respond to incidents, and review historical activity from a single platform. Plaspy's device detection and event handling simplify bringing ST 240 devices online and turning position reports, digital inputs, and internal events into operational insights.

To learn more about how Plaspy can work with Suntech trackers and other devices, visit https://www.plaspy.com. For the most current device specifications, firmware notes, and installation guidance for the ST 240 consult the manufacturer at http://www.suntechint.com/ since device features and firmware behavior can change over time.

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