{"product_id":"134612-vpod2","title":"134612-VPOD2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCalAmp VPOD2 134615 — OBD-II Vehicle ECU Interface \u0026amp; Diagnostic Data Adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalAmp VPOD2 134615-VPOD2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact \u003cstrong\u003eOBD-II vehicle ECU interface\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to expand the vehicle-data capabilities of compatible CalAmp LMU telematics devices. Installed directly into a vehicle's \u003cstrong\u003eSAE J1962 16-pin OBD-II diagnostic connector\u003c\/strong\u003e, the VPOD2 communicates with the vehicle's electronic control systems and makes supported diagnostic and operating parameters available to the connected CalAmp telematics device. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than functioning as a standalone GPS tracker, the VPOD2 acts as a \u003cstrong\u003evehicle-data bridge between the OBD-II network and a compatible CalAmp LMU\u003c\/strong\u003e. It combines OBD-II protocol support, vehicle power, ignition-state detection and serial communications in a compact plug-in form factor. This allows fleet-management systems to combine GPS and cellular telematics information from the LMU with operating information obtained directly from the vehicle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirect OBD-II Vehicle Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 connects directly to the vehicle through a \u003cstrong\u003eJ1962-compatible 16-pin OBD-II connector\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact OBD-II plug design simplifies installation by allowing the interface to obtain both its vehicle communications and electrical connection through the diagnostic port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp's specification lists:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ1962-compatible 16-pin OBD-II connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect vehicle power through the diagnostic connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltered 12 V automotive power supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput-voltage monitoring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow-current operation \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the VPOD2 particularly useful for fleet installations where access to vehicle ECU information is required without constructing a custom vehicle-bus interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMulti-Protocol OBD-II Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 supports multiple vehicle diagnostic standards used across different makes, models and generations of OBD-II vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp specifies support for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISO 15765 CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISO 9141-2 K-Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ1850 PWM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ1850 VPW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ2411 Single-Wire CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious OEM interfaces and protocols \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis multi-protocol architecture allows the VPOD2 to communicate with a broad range of compatible OBD-II vehicles rather than being restricted exclusively to newer CAN-bus vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Identification Number — VIN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 can retrieve the vehicle's \u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Identification Number (VIN)\u003c\/strong\u003e when that parameter is available through the vehicle's OBD-II interface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVIN acquisition can be particularly valuable in fleet deployments because it provides a vehicle-derived identifier that can be associated with the telematics device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can help fleet-management systems validate device-to-vehicle assignments and reduce errors associated with manually entered vehicle information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported vehicles can provide \u003cstrong\u003evehicle speed\u003c\/strong\u003e through the VPOD2. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle-derived speed can supplement GNSS-based speed information and provide telematics applications with an additional operating parameter obtained directly from the vehicle ECU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngine Speed — RPM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 supports reporting of \u003cstrong\u003eengine speed\u003c\/strong\u003e when available from the connected vehicle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine RPM is useful for understanding vehicle operating state and can contribute to applications involving utilization, engine operation and fleet analytics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThrottle Position\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp lists \u003cstrong\u003ethrottle position\u003c\/strong\u003e among the parameters that the VPOD2 can retrieve from compatible vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrottle information can provide additional context about engine demand and vehicle operation when incorporated into fleet telematics reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Odometer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 supports \u003cstrong\u003eodometer information\u003c\/strong\u003e where that information is available through the vehicle's OBD-II data port. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle-derived odometer information can be particularly useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreventive-maintenance scheduling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMileage reporting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle utilization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eService intervals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFleet lifecycle management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability remains vehicle-dependent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFuel Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 can retrieve \u003cstrong\u003efuel-level information\u003c\/strong\u003e from compatible vehicles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen exposed through the vehicle's diagnostic interface, this information can be incorporated into telematics applications for fuel monitoring and operational reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFuel Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp separately lists \u003cstrong\u003efuel rate\u003c\/strong\u003e as a supported reporting parameter. on can provide additional insight into vehicle operation and consumption, particularly when combined with location, speed, engine RPM and trip information from the telematics platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrip Fuel Consumption\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 also supports \u003cstrong\u003etrip fuel consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e where available from the vehicle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis parameter can be valuable for fleet applications focused on trip-level fuel analysis and operating-cost reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngine Coolant Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 can report \u003cstrong\u003eengine coolant temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e from supported vehicles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoolant-temperature data can provide useful operational context and can potentially contribute to maintenance-oriented fleet reporting when the vehicle makes the parameter available through OBD-II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIgnition Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 provides \u003cstrong\u003eignition-status information\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes an \u003cstrong\u003eignition-status output\u003c\/strong\u003e on its LMU interface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnition state is a fundamental telematics parameter because it allows the connected system to distinguish between operating and non-operating vehicle states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be incorporated into trip detection, reporting schedules, idle calculations and other fleet-management logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMIL — Malfunction Indicator Lamp Status\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 supports reporting of \u003cstrong\u003eMIL status\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly associated with the vehicle's Check Engine indicator. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows a compatible telematics application to identify when the vehicle ECU is reporting a condition that has activated the malfunction indicator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with diagnostic trouble-code reporting, MIL status can support remote vehicle-health monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAirbag Dash Indicator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp also lists the \u003cstrong\u003eairbag dashboard indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e among the VPOD2's supported reporting capabilities. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with other vehicle parameters, availability depends on whether the specific vehicle exposes the information through an interface and protocol supported by the VPOD2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBattery Voltage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 can provide \u003cstrong\u003evehicle battery-voltage information\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware itself also incorporates an \u003cstrong\u003einput-voltage monitor ADC\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing vehicle electrical supply information to become part of the telematics solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery-voltage monitoring can help provide visibility into vehicle electrical conditions and power-related events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTrip Odometer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to overall odometer information, CalAmp lists \u003cstrong\u003etrip odometer\u003c\/strong\u003e among the available VPOD2 reporting parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides another vehicle-derived metric that can be incorporated into trip and utilization reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eService Interval Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 supports \u003cstrong\u003eservice interval information\u003c\/strong\u003e where exposed by the vehicle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can help telematics applications support preventive-maintenance workflows based on vehicle-provided service information rather than relying solely on GPS-derived mileage or elapsed time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOil Life Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp also lists \u003cstrong\u003eoil life\u003c\/strong\u003e as a supported vehicle parameter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere supported by the vehicle, oil-life information can provide an additional maintenance indicator for fleet-management applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiagnostic Trouble Code — DTC Reporting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA major capability of the VPOD2 is its support for \u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the VPOD2 data sheet, the device provides the option to deliver:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePending DTCs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStored DTCs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermanent DTCs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhere those codes are available under \u003cstrong\u003eSAE J1979\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows vehicle diagnostic information to be incorporated into remote fleet-management and maintenance workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of requiring every vehicle fault to first be discovered during a physical service inspection, compatible diagnostic information can be captured through the vehicle's OBD-II system and made available through the telematics architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeneric \u0026amp; OEM Diagnostic Trouble Codes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp specifies support for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneric DTCs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM DTCs available under J1979\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal DTC filtering capability \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal filtering can help the telematics solution control which diagnostic information is forwarded for processing or reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact codes available remain dependent on the vehicle ECU and what it exposes through its diagnostic interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Custom Codes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 specification also lists support for \u003cstrong\u003eadditional custom codes\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis capability helps accommodate vehicle-specific implementations beyond the standard parameters available across the broader OBD-II vehicle population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVehicle Parameter Availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is an important qualification from CalAmp that I recommend retaining in your DCS Shopify description:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot every parameter is available on every vehicle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 firmware supports delivery of the parameters identified by CalAmp \u003cstrong\u003ewhen those parameters are available from the vehicle's OBD-II data port\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is important because the VPOD2 cannot create information that a particular vehicle ECU does not expose. Available data varies according to vehicle manufacturer, model, model year, ECU implementation and diagnostic protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5-Pin LMU Serial \u0026amp; Power Interface\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the telematics-device side, the VPOD2 uses a \u003cstrong\u003e5-pin serial\/power cable with a 3 mm connector\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interface provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGround\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial data\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnition-status output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional RS-232 serial data \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interface allows the VPOD2 to pass vehicle information to a compatible CalAmp LMU while also providing the electrical connections required by the integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptional RS-232 Serial Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp specifically identifies \u003cstrong\u003eoptional RS-232 serial data\u003c\/strong\u003e as an LMU-side interface capability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis provides additional flexibility for compatible CalAmp configurations where conventional RS-232 communication is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFiltered 12-Volt Automotive Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 receives vehicle power directly through the diagnostic connector and provides a \u003cstrong\u003efiltered 12 V automotive power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an important part of the accessory's design because the VPOD2 is not simply a passive OBD cable. It provides both vehicle-bus interfacing and power-related functionality for the connected telematics architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInput Voltage Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated \u003cstrong\u003einput-voltage monitor ADC\u003c\/strong\u003e provides voltage-monitoring capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp also lists \u003cstrong\u003ebattery voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e among the VPOD2's reportable vehicle parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these capabilities allow vehicle electrical information to become part of the overall telematics data set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow-Current Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp specifies \u003cstrong\u003elow current consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e as an electrical feature of the VPOD2. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly important for permanently installed fleet telematics systems where the accessory may remain connected to the vehicle's diagnostic connector continuously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact OBD-II Plug Form Factor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 is designed around a compact \u003cstrong\u003eOBD-II plug form factor\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp specifies physical dimensions of approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e47 × 43 × 25 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.85 × 1.69 × 0.98 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard attached cable is approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 meter \/ 3.28 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact design allows the vehicle interface electronics to be incorporated directly into the OBD-II-side assembly rather than requiring a separate large diagnostic module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Compatible CalAmp LMU Telematics Devices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2 is designed as an accessory for compatible CalAmp LMU vehicle-tracking and telematics platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp currently identifies the \u003cstrong\u003eVPOD2 Vehicle ECU Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e as an accessory for the LMU-5541, for example. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.calamp.com\/device\/lmu-5541\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"LMU-5541 – CalAmp\"\u003eCalAmp\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical distributor listings specifically identify \u003cstrong\u003e134615-VPOD2\u003c\/strong\u003e as the external OBD-II dongle for CalAmp \u003cstrong\u003e26xx, 27xx and 42xx\u003c\/strong\u003e device families. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatibility should therefore be confirmed against the \u003cstrong\u003especific LMU model, firmware, harness and intended vehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than assuming that the 134615-VPOD2 can be connected to every CalAmp tracker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Technical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalAmp part number \u003cstrong\u003e134615-VPOD2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact \u003cstrong\u003eOBD-II vehicle ECU interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJ1962-compatible \u003cstrong\u003e16-pin OBD-II connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect vehicle power through diagnostic connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltered \u003cstrong\u003e12 V automotive power supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput-voltage monitor ADC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow-current operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISO 15765 CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISO 9141-2 K-Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ1850 PWM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ1850 VPW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJ2411 Single-Wire CAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious OEM interfaces\/protocols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle Identification Number (\u003cstrong\u003eVIN\u003c\/strong\u003e) reporting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVehicle speed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine speed \/ RPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrottle position\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOdometer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuel rate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrip fuel consumption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngine coolant temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnition status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMIL \/ Check Engine status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAirbag dashboard indicator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrip odometer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eService interval\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOil life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional custom codes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePending DTC reporting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStored DTC reporting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePermanent DTC reporting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneric DTC support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOEM DTC support where available under J1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal DTC filtering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5-pin serial\/power LMU connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower, ground and serial-data interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnition-status output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional \u003cstrong\u003eRS-232 serial data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e1 m \/ 3.28 ft standard cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e47 × 43 × 25 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact OBD-II plug form factor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalAmp 134615-VPOD2\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly well suited for \u003cstrong\u003ecommercial fleet management, AVL systems, service fleets, utility vehicles, passenger and light-commercial vehicles, remote vehicle diagnostics, preventive-maintenance programs, fuel and mileage reporting, vehicle-health monitoring, and applications that need to augment CalAmp GPS tracking with OBD-II vehicle data\u003c\/strong\u003e. DCS's existing product listing similarly categorizes the accessory for utility vehicles, AVL\/fleet management and commercial vehicles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VPOD2's combination of \u003cstrong\u003emulti-protocol OBD-II communications, VIN retrieval, speed and RPM data, odometer and fuel information, coolant temperature, battery voltage, maintenance parameters, DTC reporting, ignition-state detection and a direct serial\/power interface to compatible CalAmp LMU hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it a useful expansion accessory where a deployment needs considerably more vehicle information than GPS location alone can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/files.developer.calamp.com\/Private+Files\/Accessories\/Misc+Accessories\/134615-VPOD2_Dongle_Data_Sheet_v6.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCalAmp VPOD2 134615\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU DESCRIPTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e CAN bus adapter with support for dual CAN, SW CAN, Kline. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CalAmp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50434781479162,"sku":"134612-VPOD2","price":53.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/4620\/3386\/files\/CalAmp_900_Logo.png?v=1789617651","url":"https:\/\/shop.dcsbusiness.com\/products\/134612-vpod2","provider":"DCS MARKETPLACE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}