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GO Focus Plus

Written By: Sebastian Arbelaez (and one other contributor)
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    • WARNING! Only use Geotab telematics devices with Geotab-approved harnesses acquired from Geotab-authorized channels. Use of non-Geotab harnesses from unauthorized channels can cause serious safety risks, including fire, and can lead to serious personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle.

    • IMPORTANT: Always use a vehicle-specific harness when offered by Geotab or the vehicle manufacturer to avoid possible damage to the GO device. Some vehicles have multiple diagnostic connectors to choose from when installing a GO device.

    • For more information on Geotab harnesses and adapters, refer to the Harness Identification and Application & Harness Assessment Cheat Sheet GUIDE V2.0 & Geotab Truck Solution - Harness Identification and Application

    • If a longer length is required to facilitate installation, connect a straight harness to a T-harness. Ensure that the total harness length does not exceed 2 meters (6.5 feet), because this can compromise the integrity of the data and cause issues with the vehicle’s Engine Control Unit (ECU).

    • For more details on compliance information and applicable products, contact your Authorized Reseller.

    • Some installations are not straightforward and must be completed by an Authorized Installer to ensure a secure installation.

    • Ensure you use enough cable ties to secure both the device and the harness to the vehicle. An unsecure device can result in poor electric and/or data connections, which can lead to short circuits and fires or cause malfunctions of vehicle controls that can result in serious personal injury or significant damage to the vehicle.

    • Some examples requiring professional installation from an Authorized Installer are:

    • The OBD port location is such that the device could protrude or interfere when entering or exiting the vehicle, or located where it could be inadvertently kicked or bumped during vehicle operation. The device isn't fully secured and may be able to vibrate loose or get kicked or knocked. An electrical harness or additional wiring is required.

    • Vehicle mounting modifications are required to secure the device, such as removing of panels. The OBD connector has been deformed/damaged or there is physical damage visible to the electrical wiring.

    • The device does not power on and beep six times when first installed.

    • The installer questions their ability to complete a secure installation according to these instructions.

    • Do not attempt to install, reconfigure or remove any product from a vehicle while the vehicle is in motion or otherwise in operation. Any installation, configuration, or removal must be done only in stationary vehicles that are securely parked.

  4. Before installing, record the following:

    • Before installing, record the following:

    • GO device serial number (located above the barcode on the device label)

    • Odometer reading

    • Vehicle or asset name

    • VIN (vehicle identification number)

  5. On your phone, download Geotab video app

  6. Attach the mounting bracket to the back of the Go Focus Plus devices. Push the bracket until you hear a click and see the padlock engraved.

    • Attach the mounting bracket to the back of the Go Focus Plus devices.

    • Push the bracket until you hear a click and see the padlock engraved.

    • Do not remove the adhesive strip yet.

  7. Using the provided hex key, loosen both dashcam locking screws to prepare the dashcam for adjustment.

    • Using the provided hex key, loosen both dashcam locking screws to prepare the dashcam for adjustment.

  8. Route the cable between the headliner and roof towards the A-pillar. Remove the covers on the A-pillar so you can route the cable underneath. Ensure you route the cable behind any obstruction, such as the airbag, so that the cables do not interfere with deployment.

    • Route the cable between the headliner and roof towards the A-pillar.

    • Remove the covers on the A-pillar so you can route the cable underneath.

    • Ensure you route the cable behind any obstruction, such as the airbag, so that the cables do not interfere with deployment.

  9. Use cable ties to secure the wiring. Trim any excess tie.

    • Use cable ties to secure the wiring.

    • Trim any excess tie.

  10. Continue routing the cable through the dash to reach the GO device.

    • Continue routing the cable through the dash to reach the GO device.

    • Use a cable tie to secure the cable and trim any excess tie.

  11. Ensure the GO device is not connected to the vehicle for this step. On the GO device, remove the IOX expansion port cover and plug in the IOX extension cable. GO Focus Plus to work with daisy chained IOX devices. However, it must the last IOX device in the daisy chain due to lack of an expansion port.

    • Ensure the GO device is not connected to the vehicle for this step.

    • On the GO device, remove the IOX expansion port cover and plug in the IOX extension cable.

    • GO Focus Plus to work with daisy chained IOX devices. However, it must the last IOX device in the daisy chain due to lack of an expansion port.

    • Use a cable tie to secure the connection and trim any excess tie.

    • Be gentle while tightening the cable tie, can get damage.

  12. Connect the power plus of the Smart Cable to the Go Focus Plus device power port. Attach the I/O cover to secure the cable. Tighten the cover lock screen with the provided hex key.

    • Connect the power plus of the Smart Cable to the Go Focus Plus device power port.

    • Attach the I/O cover to secure the cable. Tighten the cover lock screen with the provided hex key.

  13. Next, install the GO device following best practices.

  14. Power on the Go Focus Plus and the vehicle. Status LED will start blinking Blue

    • Power on the Go Focus Plus and the vehicle.

    • Status LED will start blinking Blue

    • After plugging the Go Focus Plus device for the first time , please wait 4-5 minutes for the status LED to Solid Green.

  15. Open the app and tap install to sign in or sing up. you do not need to have an existing account and can use an unregistered email address to log in. Open the app and tap install to sign in or sing up. you do not need to have an existing account and can use an unregistered email address to log in. Open the app and tap install to sign in or sing up. you do not need to have an existing account and can use an unregistered email address to log in.

    • Open the app and tap install to sign in or sing up. you do not need to have an existing account and can use an unregistered email address to log in.

  16. Tap Activate dashcam and follow the prompts to mount and adjust the cameras. Scan the Serial number with the camera or enter it manually. Scan the Serial number with the camera or enter it manually.

    • Tap Activate dashcam and follow the prompts to mount and adjust the cameras.

    • Scan the Serial number with the camera or enter it manually.

  17. Tap first on the cabin and adjust the camera. Ensure the face its unobstructed and aligned with the blue rectangle.

    • Tap first on the cabin and adjust the camera.

    • Ensure the face its unobstructed and aligned with the blue rectangle.

    • Tap on the face road camera

    • Position the horizon line between the two parallel blue lines.

    • The sensor is now calibrated and the installation is complete.

  18. Use the provided alcohol-based wipe to clear the area of the location the Go focus Plus will be installed. Once the installation area is clean and dry, remove the film from the adhesive and position the Go Focus Plus . Apply pressure for 30 seconds.

    • Use the provided alcohol-based wipe to clear the area of the location the Go focus Plus will be installed.

    • Once the installation area is clean and dry, remove the film from the adhesive and position the Go Focus Plus .

    • Apply pressure for 30 seconds.

    • Using the provided hex key, tight both dashcam locking screws to secure the cameras.

  19. Locate & remove the diagnostic port from its factory location.

    • Locate & remove the diagnostic port from its factory location.

    • Identify the adapter required for installation from the parts included in the kit.

    • See here for general identification.

  20. Choose the correct adapter for your installation. Slide the adapter over the short harness and onto the connector housing.

    • Choose the correct adapter for your installation.

    • Slide the adapter over the short harness and onto the connector housing.

    • Ensure the adapter locks into the locking tabs.

    • If the adapter is not locking into place, the adapter is likely installed backwards.

  21. Connect the Molex connector to the T-harness.

    • Connect the Molex connector to the T-harness.

  22. ! IMPORTANT: For Ethernet bypass (pins 3 & 11), disconnect the 2-pin Molex connector. This applies to select vehicles, refer to this link for the applicable vehicle list.

    • ! IMPORTANT: For Ethernet bypass (pins 3 & 11), disconnect the 2-pin Molex connector. This applies to select vehicles, refer to this link for the applicable vehicle list.

  23. Attach the male end of the T-harness to the factory diagnostic port. Secure the connection with a cable tie.

    • Attach the male end of the T-harness to the factory diagnostic port.

    • Secure the connection with a cable tie.

    • Trim any excess cable tie

  24. Install the prepared T-harness connector and mount it into the factory diagnostic port location. Ensure cable does not interfere with any moving parts

    • Install the prepared T-harness connector and mount it into the factory diagnostic port location.

    • Ensure cable does not interfere with any moving parts

    • Secure excess harness as needed with cable ties

    • If installing an IOX accessory please use the correct guide from here before performing the steps below.

  26. Plug in the GO Device.

    • Plug in the GO Device.

  27. Start Vehicle. Verify LED pattern.

    • Start Vehicle.

    • Verify LED pattern.

    • The device emits 2 quick beeps every 60 seconds during set-up. Once all three LEDs turn solid you will hear 10 quick beeps.

  28. Secure the device to the harness with the included cable tie. Trim any excess cable tie

    • Secure the device to the harness with the included cable tie.

    • Trim any excess cable tie

    • Every device includes a black serialized cable tie which should be used in this step.

  29. Route device to mounting location as needed. Ensure cable does not interfere with any moving parts.

    • Route device to mounting location as needed.

    • Ensure cable does not interfere with any moving parts.

    • Secure excess harness as needed with cable ties.

    • Secure device using 2 cable ties.

    • To ensure good data quality, the device must be firmly secured with no free movement!

  30. The device must not be secured with bottom side (side with serial number sticker) facing in direct contact of metal!

    • The device must not be secured with bottom side (side with serial number sticker) facing in direct contact of metal!

    • To ensure reporting quality the bottom of the device must have line of sight to the sky!

    • Lines of sight through plastics, glass, and composites are generally acceptable.

  31. Reattach any dash panels that were removed.

    • Reattach any dash panels that were removed.

    • Ensure all trash and packaging is removed from the vehicle.

    • NOTE: US customers need to attach the Geotab CARB EO identification label sticker next to their Vehicle Emissions Control Information label which can be found inside the engine compartment (Light Duty vehicles) or on the drivers door jamb (Heavy Duty vehicles).

    • ! IMPORTANT: USA Only: Place the enclosed CARB Executive Order (EO) identification label sticker somewhere near the Vehicle Emission Control Information label on a smooth and clean surface.

    • The EO identification label is required to aid inspection of the vehicle under the California Smog Check program and other applicable smog test programs. See here for more info.

    • All in-vehicle devices and related cabling must be securely fastened and kept clear of all vehicle controls, airbags, and gas, brake and clutch pedals.

    • This requires the use of a cable tie when securing the device or any extension harness to the OBD connector, securing both sides of the harness. If you do not use a cable tie, vibration in the vehicle can lead to a loose connection which could cause the vehicle’s engine computer to fail, causing potential loss of vehicle control and serious injury.

    • Inspect devices and cabling regularly to ensure all devices and cabling continue to be securely attached.

    • If at any point after an in-vehicle device is installed a warning light illuminates on the vehicle dash or the vehicle stalls or has a marked drop in performance, shut off the engine, remove the device, and contact your reseller. Continuing to operate a vehicle with these symptoms can cause loss of vehicle control, and serious injury.

  35. Enter the installer information.

    • Enter the installer information.

  36. Two options are available to enter the device serial number: Scan the device serial number (QR or barcode) using your mobile device. Press Enter serial number manually, enter the serial number, and then press Submit.

    • Two options are available to enter the device serial number:

    • Scan the device serial number (QR or barcode) using your mobile device.

    • Press Enter serial number manually, enter the serial number, and then press Submit.

    • If you are also removing an old device, press Did you remove an old device? and then enter the removed device serial number.

    • MyInstall takes a moment to check the device status.

  37. Installed device Pass – The device has successfully communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • Installed device

    • Pass – The device has successfully communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • Fail – The device has not communicated with the network in the last 24 hours.

    • If the device status shows as FAILED, verify the LED status and turn the ignition / engine off and on again.

    • Press Refresh to check the status again.

    • Refer to the MyInstall User Guide for detailed instructions.

  38. Under Input asset information, select the relevant Asset type from the dropdown.

    • Under Input asset information, select the relevant Asset type from the dropdown.

    • Fields displayed may vary based on the asset and device type.

    • Enter information about the vehicle or asset where the telematics device was installed.

  39. Asset name — Enter the vehicle or asset name. This field is mandatory.

    • Asset name — Enter the vehicle or asset name. This field is mandatory.

    • VIN — Scan or enter the vehicle identification number (VIN). For scanning, select the scan icon [O] beside the field. This field is mandatory.

    • Make, Model, and Year — This information will be auto populated when you scan or enter a valid VIN. If it is not autopopulated, enter the information manually. NOTE: For some vehicle makes and models, the autopopulate option might not be possible.

    • License plate — Enter the vehicle license plate.

    • Odometer (GO device only) — Enter the vehicle odometer, and select the measurement unit (km or miles).

    • Engine hours (GO device only) — Enter the vehicle engine hours.

    • Camera ID (GO device only) — Scan or enter the installed camera identification (ID) number. NOTE: Depending on the camera type, the camera ID number can also be the camera’s International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI), or serial number. Select the information icon ⓘ to learn more about your camera’s ID number.

    • Work order reference — If applicable, enter a work reference number that is associated with the installation.

  40. Review details by clicking or tapping on any section. If needed, update or refresh any captured information. When you are ready to submit, select Continue.

    • Review details by clicking or tapping on any section. If needed, update or refresh any captured information.

    • When you are ready to submit, select Continue.

    • For the latest version of the Limitations of Use, please visit: http://goo.gl/k6Fp0w

    • Your in-vehicle devices must be kept clear of debris, water and other environmental contaminants. Failure to do so may result in units malfunctioning or short-circuiting, which can lead to a fire hazard and cause loss or serious injury.

    • This product does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Configuration, servicing, and repairs must only be made by an authorized reseller or installer. Unauthorized servicing of these products will void your product warranty.

    • The simplified EU declaration of conformity referred to in Article 10(9) shall be provided as follows:

    • Hereby, Geotab (Address: 2440 Winston Park Drive, Oakville, Ontario L6H 7V2, Canada, Phone number: 1 (877) 436-8221) declares that the radio equipment type ‘telematics device’ is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available here.

    • WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm

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Sebastian Arbelaez

Member since: 3/28/25

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