Teltonika GN8 GPS CAN-BUS Alarm

Teltonika GN8 Vehicle List

The Teltonika GN8 is a CAN-BUS alarm and GPS tracker that offers 2-way communication via the Teltonika app. Being a CAN-BUS system the alarm works with the factory remote. The GN8 can also work with LIN-BUS on selected cars.

You can locate your car anytime via the app.

Control your alarm directly from your phone

GPS CAN-BUS alarm app
Teltonika Security app for GN8 alarm system

Alarm notifications via the app

If your alarm is triggered then you’ll get a notification sent to your phone via the app.  It will notify you which zone of the alarm has been breached and sound a siren sound through the phone speaker so you’ll instantly know it’s your alarm.

Forgot if you locked your car?

The Teltonika app allows you check the status of your car. You can arm and disarm the GN8 via your phone. It will lock and unlock your car just the same way as your remote control does. 

Teltonika GN8 2-way alarm with integrated GPS tracking

GPS car alarm with journey history
Journey event log

Vehicle history record

The app keeps a record of all logged events for up to 10 days. This includes when the alarm is armed, or triggered through to each journey made.

Connectivity & monitoring

Mobile App – Teltonika Security Systems

  • Arm / Disarm
  • Panic (silent / loud)
  • Engine blocking / unblocking
  • Status & fault monitoring
  • GPS location + routes
  • Remote start
  • Event log

Some functions such as remote start are only available on specific vehicles which are supported by customised firmware.

GN8 alarm hardware and installation

GN8 GPS CAN-BUS alarm

The GN8 sends and receives data via the vehicle CAN-BUS. It also has analog inputs and outputs which can be used when certain “CAN controlled” functions are not available on specific vehicles. 

Inputs & outputs

Inputs – Up to 4 multipurpose inputs (depending on vehicle)Outputs – 6 low current outputs & 1 high current (2amp) output

Advanced functions are vehicle specific

Functions such as window closure and remote engine start are only available on certain vehicles

Built-in sensors

Teltonika GN8 car alarm
Built-in tilt sensor and impact detection

Fully adjustable tilt and impact sensors

The GN8 includes integrated tilt and impact sensors as standard. Both of which can be fully adjusted at the time of installation.

Optional sensors

Third-party sensors can be added to the GN8 as it has a dedicated sensor input.

Optional sensors include:

A full list of sensors can be found here.

GPS engine blocking
BLOCK ENGINE

The immobiliser is active when the alarm is armed (if fitted). On top of this the engine can be blocked for additional security.

The app allows you to block the engine from starting. It keeps the immobiliser turned on even when the alarm is disarmed. This prevents the vehicle from starting should the keys get stolen or misplaced.

The engine can be  also be unblocked with the app.

Engine blocking

Which vehicles does the GN8 work with?

The GN8 works with over 1000 vehicles.

You can find the GN8 vehicle list here.

As every vehicle is different the functions available are vehicle specific. These will be explained before the installation.

Teltonika GN8 overview

GN8 CAN-BUS GPS alarm system
GN8 with wiring looms and aerials

Features

  • Shock / tilt detection

  • Perimeter protection (doors, hood, trunk)

  • Ignition and engine start detection

  • OEM remote arming/disarming

  • Engine immobilisation

  • Anti-Hijack / Anti-CarJack mode

  • GSM/2.4 GHz jamming detection

  • Visual & audible alerts

  • Silent arming option

  • Automatic re-arming

  • Service/Valet mode

  • Firmware-configurable security profiles

  • Manual emergency PIN code (LED button)

GN8 Options

Teltonika GN8 alarm New Zealand
Teltonika GN8 alarm module

Optional ID cards are available to add another layer of security and to keep a record of who is in control of the vehicle.

GN8 Pricing

Suggested price including installation: $900.00

Note that this depends on vehicle and specific requirements.

Technical specifications

Operating voltage: 9–15 V DC

Average current consumption: <20mA (12V)
Backup battery: 12V external lead acid (1,7Ah recommended) – not included
Engine blocking: External 30A relay (included)
Operating temperature: –40 … +85 °C
Storage humidity: Up to 95% (non-condensing)
 
You can find more details about the GN8 on the official Teltonika website

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