Queclink GV500CNA

Queclink GV500CNA — Compact LTE Cat 1 bis OBD Tracker Designed for North America

The Queclink GV500CNA is a compact LTE Cat 1 bis OBD tracker designed for North American deployments. It supports LTE bands B2/B4/B5/B12/B13/B66/B71. Its 50 × 49 × 24 mm housing plugs into the vehicle's OBD-II socket; check socket clearance, the supplied regional variant, SIM provisioning and current operator approval before deployment.

The GV500CNA provides BLE 5.1, virtual ignition detection, a built-in backup battery, driving-event monitoring and crash detection. It supports nano SIM and is eSIM-chip compatible; confirm the actual SIM arrangement for the supplied variant. Power is supplied through the OBD-II socket, avoiding a separate hardwired power connection.

As an authorised Queclink distributor in the UK, Tracking Hardware UK ships the GV500CNA directly from our London warehouse — with trade pricing available for insurance providers, telematics service providers, fleet operators and resellers deploying in North America.

Key Features

• LTE Cat 1 bis — North American LTE bands; the supplied datasheet does not specify 2G fallback.

• North American radio variant — check LTE bands, SIM provisioning and current operator certification for the deployment.

• Compact housing — 50 × 49 × 24 mm; check OBD port clearance before installation.

• Plug-and-play OBD-II installation — draws power directly from the vehicle battery via the OBD-II port, no manual charging or wiring required

• SIM options — nano SIM and eSIM-chip compatible; confirm the supplied configuration.

• BLE 5.1 — connects to Bluetooth Low Energy accessories including wireless relays for remote vehicle immobilisation, temperature sensors, tyre pressure monitors and driver identification devices

• Virtual ignition detection — detects vehicle ignition status without requiring a direct ignition wire connection, simplifying installation

• Built-in backup battery — maintains device operation and sends instant tamper alerts if the OBD connection is interrupted or the device is unplugged

• Crash detection — built-in accelerometer detects and records impact events for immediate incident response and insurance evidence

• Harsh driving behaviour monitoring — identifies and records harsh braking, rapid acceleration and risky driving patterns for UBI risk assessment and driver coaching

• Mileage recording — accurately records vehicle mileage for usage-based insurance, logbook and billing applications

• Geofencing — configurable zone alerts when the vehicle enters or exits defined areas

• Remote control — supported accessory/output functions depend on configuration; see the manufacturer protocol documentation.

• OTA control — remote firmware and configuration management

Driver Identification with Tracking Hardware UK BLE Keypad

GV500CNA is a potential integration option for the Tracking Hardware UK BLE driver identification keypad. Confirm the exact tracker and keypad models, firmware, BLE protocol and platform decoding before deployment. Bluetooth support alone does not establish tested compatibility. Contact us for integration and bundle details.

GV500CNA vs GV500CG — Which Should You Choose?

The GV500CNA and GV500CG share the same ultra-compact form factor and core feature set. The GV500CNA is specifically designed and certified for the North American market with LTE Cat 1 bis and North American frequency bands, and adds BLE 5.1 versus BLE on the GV500CG, plus nano SIM and eSIM support. For US and Canada deployments, the GV500CNA is the correct choice. For European and global deployments, the GV500CG is the recommended device.

Technical Specifications

Cellular: LTE Cat 1 bis; FDD bands B2/B4/B5/B12/B13/B66/B71.

GNSS: Internal GNSS receiver

Bluetooth: BLE 5.1

SIM: Nano (4FF); eSIM-chip compatible, subject to supplied variant.

Interface: OBD-II plug-and-play

Power supply: OBD-II port — vehicle battery

Backup battery: Built-in

Region: North America. Confirm current operator approval and the supplied hardware variant before ordering.

Operating temperature: −20°C to +70°C, as specified in the supplied datasheet.

Typical Use Cases

Ideal for usage-based insurance and pay-as-you-drive telematics programmes in North America, car leasing and rental companies deploying across large US and Canadian vehicle pools, fleet management deployments requiring minimal installation time and cost, connected car services requiring driver behaviour and mileage data, stolen vehicle recovery requiring covert discreet OBD installation, and any North American insurance or fleet application where an ultra-compact LTE Cat 1 bis OBD tracker is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the GV500CNA and the GV500CG?

The GV500CNA is the North American version of the GV500CG — certified for US and Canada with LTE Cat 1 bis and North American frequency bands. It also adds BLE 5.1 and nano SIM plus eSIM support. For North American deployments choose the GV500CNA. For European and global deployments choose the GV500CG.

What is LTE Cat 1 bis?

LTE Cat 1 bis is an evolution of LTE Cat 1 that uses a single antenna instead of two, reducing device cost and size while maintaining the same data speeds. It is increasingly the preferred LTE standard for compact IoT and telematics devices where size and cost efficiency are priorities.

Does the GV500CNA support remote vehicle immobilisation?

Yes — via BLE 5.1, the GV500CNA can connect to a compatible wireless relay for remote vehicle immobilisation without any additional wiring, making it a strong choice for car rental and leasing operators needing keyless vehicle control.

Is the GV500CNA compatible with the Tracking Hardware UK BLE driver identification keypad?

Compatibility must be checked for the exact tracker and keypad models, interface, firmware and configuration. Bluetooth support alone does not confirm BLE keypad compatibility, and wired keypads require a supported wired interface. Send us the proposed pairing for a compatibility check before ordering.

Does the GV500CNA need a SIM card?

The GV500CNA supports both a nano SIM and a built-in eSIM. It is not supplied with a SIM. Contact us for SIM recommendations for North American deployments.

Can I buy the GV500CNA in bulk from Tracking Hardware UK?

Yes — we supply insurance providers, telematics service providers, fleet operators and resellers across the UK and internationally. Volume pricing and trade accounts are available. Contact us for a bulk quote.

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