Add-on
PTO on/off Reader
The PTO Reader is an add-on accessory designed to connect directly to your GPS tracking device, enabling real-time monitoring of a tow truck’s Power Take-Off (PTO) activity. It reads the electrical signal from the PTO system and instantly reflects whether the equipment is actively engaged or not. When the PTO is ON (connected), the GPS platform displays active status—indicating that the tow operation (e.g., lifting or winching) is in progress. When the PTO is OFF (disconnected), the system confirms that no towing activity is occurring. This provides fleet managers with clear operational visibility, helping to track usage, verify jobs, and improve accountability. Key Benefits: Real-time PTO status (ON/OFF) directly in GPS platform Accurate tracking of tow operations and equipment usage Improved billing validation and job verification Enhanced fleet transparency and control Simple integration with existing GPS hardware A practical solution for towing fleets seeking reliable insight into vehicle activity without manual input.
Monitors tow truck PTO status in real time, showing when equipment is ON or OFF directly in your GPS platform for accurate tracking and visibility. you can have a PTO report in Geotab, as long as the PTO signal is brought in as a digital input. How it works The PTO reader feeds a signal into the Geotab GO device (IOX / digital input) That signal is mapped as a custom parameter (e.g., “PTO Status”) Geotab logs ON/OFF changes with timestamps Report options in MyGeotab You can then build: 1. Exception Report (Recommended) Shows every PTO ON / OFF event Includes time, vehicle, and duration 2. Activity / Duty Report Total PTO usage time per day/week Useful for billing or utilization 3. Advanced Custom Report PTO ON time per job / per driver Combine with geofences (e.g., customer locations) Bonus (Very valuable) Add rules → trigger alerts when PTO is ON: Outside working hours Outside geofences Use for misuse detection or job validation