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title: Installing a Digital Matter Remora GPS
description: This article explains how to physically install and mount a Digital Matter Remora device and verify correct telemetry operation once commissioned in Perspio.
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# Installing a Digital Matter Remora GPS
## Install, configure, and verify the Digital Matter Remora GPS tracker for long-term, rugged asset tracking and comprehensive telemetry reporting.
#### Overview
The **Digital Matter Remora** is a compact, rugged GPS tracker designed primarily for short-range, low-power asset tracking and geofencing alerts. It is particularly suitable for assets such as trailers, containers, equipment, and returnable assets where battery life and discrete mounting are priorities.
Remora traditionally leverages BLE and cellular or LPWAN communication modes (depending on the exact hardware SKU) for location and sensor telemetry. Its design emphasizes long battery life (often multi-year) and flexible placement.
Manufacturer product references:
[**Remora Product Page**](https://www.digitalmatter.com/devices/remora/)
[**Digital Matter Support Portal (search for *Remora* once on site)**](https://support.digitalmatter.com/)
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#### What’s in the Box
Before installing, confirm the kit includes:
- **Digital Matter Remora main tracking device**
- Mounting bracket or fixings (varies by vendor)
- Quick Start Guide with IMEI/serial label
- Sealed battery compartment
- Sometimes optional external antenna or sensor ports (region dependent)
Verify all components before beginning installation.
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#### Tools and Materials
Prepare the following:
**Tools**
- Screwdriver set
- Cable ties
- Drill (if permanent mounts are used)
- Multimeter (optional, for verifying signals or power if applicable)
**Materials**
- Outdoor rated screws
- Industrial adhesive pads (optional)
- Split loom for cable protection (if sensors are used)
- Mounting tape
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#### Safety and Pre-Installation Considerations
Before installing the Remora:
- Confirm the asset surface is structurally suitable for mounting.
- Avoid locations exposed to extreme heat (e.g., exhaust paths) or moisture without protection.
- Consider sensor cable paths for BLE or other external sensors that may interface with the Remora.
- Ensure any cabling and cable routing avoids pinching and excessive vibration.
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#### Physical Installation
### 1. Choose Mount Location
Select an installation position that provides:
- Clear **line of sight** for GNSS reception
- Minimal RF interference (avoid deep metal enclosures if possible)
- Easy accessibility for future battery replacement
Typical mounting points include:
- Side or rear wall of an enclosed asset
- Inside a weather-sealed compartment with access to sky
- On a support bracket or structural frame
Avoid:
- Inside sealed metal containers without external antenna provision
- On surfaces experiencing direct heat (engine bays)
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### 2. Mount the Remora
#### A. **Screw Mounting (Recommended)**
1. Use the Remora’s mounting flanges as a template.
2. Mark drill points on the surface.
3. Drill pilot holes if required.
4. Secure the Remora with outdoor-rated screws.
5. Ensure it is held firmly and does not vibrate loosely.
Best practice:
- Use rubber or vibration-dampening washers
- Orient the device so that GNSS/antenna sections have clear upward exposure
#### B. **Industrial Adhesive Mounting (Optional)**
1. Choose a strong, outdoor-rated adhesive mounting pad.
2. Clean the mount surface thoroughly.
3. Apply the pad to the rear of the Remora device.
4. Press firmly against the mounting location.
5. Allow the adhesive to cure per manufacturer instructions.
Adhesive mounting is suitable for temporary or non-critical installations and should be avoided in high-vibration conditions.
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### 3. Optional Sensor Connections
Depending on your tenant’s build and device SKU:
- External BLE sensors (e.g., temperature, humidity)
- LoRa or other auxiliary radios
Route sensor cabling cleanly through pass-throughs or grommets and secure with split loom or cable ties to prevent chafing.
Seal any holes or penetrations with UV-resistant grommets or sealant as appropriate.
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### 4. Battery Installation
Remora typically uses **2 x D Cell Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LTC) batteries** for power:
1. Open the battery access compartment per the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Insert the recommended battery type with correct polarity.
3. Close and seal the compartment to maintain weather protection.
Only use batteries that meet the manufacturer’s specifications to avoid damage or reduced performance.
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### 5. Power-Up and Initial Network Registration
Once installed:
1. Allow the device to self-initiate once battery power is present.
2. LEDs (where present) may indicate status for:
- Network registration
- GNSS fix
- Sensor read state
These LED behaviours and timing can vary by hardware model. Consult Digital Matter’s support documentation for LED behaviour definitions.
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### 6. Locate the Remora GPS Device in Perspio
Follow the steps:
- Open **Perspio** **Asset Inspector**.
- Locate the Device on the list or enter the **IMEI/serial number** exactly as printed on the device label.
- Confirm that the device reports recent data (locations, events and activity).
#### Verifying Data and Behaviour
### Location Accuracy
View the asset’s location on the map:
- Confirm that location updates reflect physical movement when the asset is relocated.
- Check that refresh times comply with configured intervals.
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#### Common Issues and Troubleshooting
**Device Not Reporting in Perspio**
- Check that the correct tenant and user permissions are active.
- Confirm the location network compatibility.
- Verify that the batteries are installed correctly and are fresh.
**Poor GPS Fix or Missing Reports**
- Relocate the device to a position with better sky visibility.
- Avoid obstructions such as deep compartments or metal enclosures.
**Unacceptable Battery Life**
- Ensure only **D Cell Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LTC) batteries**are used in the device.
- Ensure that temperature extremes are not present at the installation site.
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