Asset Gateway Mini is a smaller and lower-cost option for customers to keep track of all their assets in the Motive Fleet Dashboard so they can deter theft, stay agile in operations, and improve their bottom line. Asset Gateway Mini comes in 2 varieties:
- Asset Gateway Mini (Cable-Powered)
- Asset Gateway Mini (Battery-Powered)
Installation Requirements: Asset Gateway Mini (Cable Powered)
What comes in the box?
- 4 Wood Screws
- 4 Self Tapping Screws
- 1 Asset Gateway Mini
- Pinhole Activation Tool
Tools
- Power drill
- Drill bits
- Pinhole reset tool
- Screwdriver sets
- Wire strippers
- Wire cutters
- Wire crimpers
- Self-tapping screws
- Ring terminals
- Wire sleeves
Assigning the Asset Gateway Mini
Create an asset profile and assign the Asset Gateway on the Fleet Dashboard. The device serial number is located on the label on the front of the device or the craft box.
Activating the Asset Gateway Mini (Cable Powered)
1. Activate the Asset Gateway by pressing the reset button on the side with the reset pin provided.
a. The LED will flash Blue, indicating the device is now turned on.
b. Take down the serial number of the device (if you haven’t assigned the device yet).
2. Connect the 3 wires of the Motive cable to an external power, ground, and ignition wire. (Please do not remove the black plastic housing attached to the wire = voltage regulator). The wire can be shortened up to that point.
a. Cable connection details (at vehicle end of cable):
RED (POWER) means “+” of vehicle power
BLACK(GND) means “-“ of vehicle power, or vehicle ground
Green is a logic voltage indicating the ignition status of the vehicle. Anything below 1V is interpreted as "off" and above 3.3V is "on". Maximum current draw is 1mA
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Note: Allowed Voltage Tolerances for power supplied to AG Mini via cable: Following SAE-J1455 tolerances. 9-16V for 12V and 18 - 32V for 24V Rated current for same: Maximum current is 300mA @ 9V and 100mA @ 32V |
3. Connect the cable connector to the Asset Gateway Mini by unfastening the back plate, and routing the cable through the hole.
a. Align the two white arrows on the cable and the Asset Gateway Mini, and gently press the cable into the connector.
b. Turn the blue nut to secure the cable to the device.
c. Refasten the back plate to the Asset Gateway Mini.
4. Mount and secure your Asset Gateway Mini.
a. Make sure that the surface is flat before mounting.
b. Have the Motive logo facing up for the best GPS performance.
| Note: If installing into a trailer, connect the AG Mini's RED wire to the 7-Way Connector's ABS/AUX line, which is typically the BLUE line. |
Installing the Asset Gateway Mini (Cable Powered) using the Motive Fleet App
Fleet managers, admins, and installers can easily and accurately install the Asset Gateway Mini by following the instructions provided in the Motive Fleet App. They can also verify the installation by running several tests directly from the Fleet App.
Selecting and pairing an Asset Gateway Mini with an asset
- Open the Fleet App and go to Devices.
- Scroll down to the Asset Gateway section and tap Install Asset Gateway.
- Select your Asset Gateway Mini from the list or enter its serial number in the search bar to find and select it.
- If your selected Asset Gateway Mini is not assigned to any asset at the moment, a pop-up appears to confirm that it is ready to be assigned.
- Tap Continue.
| Note: For already assigned devices, you have to unassign the Asset Gateway Mini from the previous asset to be able to assign it to another asset. |
- Select your Asset from the list or enter its Asset ID in the search bar to find and pair it with the selected Asset Gateway Mini.
- View the Asset Details and tap Confirm.
- A loading pop-up appears while the Asset Gateway Mini is being assigned to the selected asset.
- Once the Asset Gateway Mini is assigned to the selected asset, a confirmation pop-up appears.
- Tap Continue.
Mounting the cable-powered Asset Gateway Mini
- Tap Install with cable to install any cable-powered Asset Gateway Mini.
- Select your desired cable from the given options: 3-wire cable, 8-wire cable, and ABS cable.
- Select your preferred Unpowered check-in rate and tap Confirm.
- Tap Start guided installation to follow step-by-step instructions for installation.
| Note: Skipping guided installation allows installers who are aware of the steps to skip past all the steps and simply connect the Asset Gateway Mini and run tests if necessary. |
- When you are prepared to mount the device, tap Next.
- Place or hold the device in the intended location and tap AG in chosen location.
- To test cellular and GPS connectivity, use the provided pin to press the pinhole reset button on the side of your device, which will send a testing signal.
- Once your LED light flashes blue and the device is switched on, tap Light flashed blue.
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Note: Tap LED did not flash blue if your LED light is white, orange, or red. You will be prompted to confirm the color of your LED light. Select the color of your LED light and follow the given instructions.
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- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with green tickmarks to verify that GPS and LTE signals are strong.
- Tap Continue.
| Note: If your test results in weak or failed signals for GPS and/or LTE, we recommend checking how your device is installed to ensure it is positioned with a clear view of the sky. A weak cellular signal may affect the device’s performance. |
- Follow the given instructions to mount the Asset Gateway in your chosen location.
- Once done, tap AG is mounted.
Installing and testing cable-powered Asset Gateway Mini
Installing and testing the Asset Gateway Mini with ABS cable
- Follow the steps given above for Selecting and pairing an Asset Gateway Mini with an asset and Mounting the cable-powered AG Mini.
- Follow the given instructions to connect wires to the Asset Gateway.
- Once done, tap AG is connected.
- Follow the given instructions to connect your Asset Gateway to the ABS Module.
- Once done, tap Connected to ABS Module.
- To test power, follow the given instructions to tether the asset to the vehicle before turning on the ignition.
- With the provided pin, press the pinhole reset button on the side of your device to send a testing signal.
- Tap the Reset button pressed.
- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with a green tickmark for Power verified.
- Tap Continue.
- Once the installation is complete, view the asset paired with your Asset Gateway or install more devices.
Installing and testing the Asset Gateway Mini with a 3-Wire cable
- Follow the steps given above for Selecting and pairing an Asset Gateway Mini with an asset and Mounting the cable-powered AG Mini.
- Turn off your engine off. When you are prepared to connect wires, tap Next.
- Follow the given instructions to connect wires to the Asset Gateway.
- Once done, tap AG is connected.
- Follow the given instructions to connect the ground wire.
- Once done, tap Ground wire connected.
- Follow the given instructions to connect the ground wire.
- Once done, tap Red wire connected.
- Follow the given instructions to send a testing signal.
| Note: If you are connected to constant power, press the reset button. If you are connected to intermittent power, tether your asset to a vehicle and turn the ignition on before pressing the reset button on the side of the device to send a test signal. |
- Tap Reset button pressed.
- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with a green tickmark for Power verified.
- Tap Continue.
- Tap Step up AUX line to configure the AUX line for monitoring your asset’s ignition or tracking its engine hours. You can also configure the AUX line to monitor other functions that provide voltage.
- Name the AUX line and configure its voltage logic.
- Once done, tap Next.
- Follow the given instructions to test the main motor.
- Tap Reset button pressed.
- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with a green tick mark for verification.
- Tap Continue.
- Once the installation is complete, you can view the asset paired with your Asset Gateway or install more devices.
Installing and testing the Asset Gateway Mini with a 8-Wire cable
- Follow the steps given above for Selecting and pairing an Asset Gateway Mini with an asset and Mounting the cable-powered AG Mini.
- Turn off your engine off. When you are prepared to connect wires, tap Next.
- Follow the given instructions to connect wires to the Asset Gateway.
- Once done, tap AG is connected.
- Follow the given instructions to connect the ground wire.
- Once done, tap Ground wire connected.
- Follow the given instructions to connect the ground wire.
- Once done, tap Red wire connected.
- Follow the given instructions to send a testing signal.
| Note: If you are connected to constant power, press the reset button. If you are connected to intermittent power, tether your asset to a vehicle and turn the ignition on before pressing the reset button on the side of the device to send a test signal. |
- Tap Reset button pressed.
- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with a green tick mark for Power verified.
- Tap Continue.
- Tap Step up AUX lines to configure the AUX lines for monitoring functions that provide voltage, such as monitoring ignition, which allows tracking of the asset’s engine hours.
- Mark the checkboxes for the AUX lines you want to configure and connect to your asset.
- Once done, tap Confirm.
- Name the green AUX line and configure its voltage logic.
- Once done, tap Next.
- Follow the given instructions to test the main motor.
- Tap Reset button pressed.
- A loading pop-up appears while the testing is in progress.
- Once the test is complete, a confirmation pop-up appears with a green tick mark for verification.
- Tap Continue.
- Tap Continue and follow steps 17-23 from above to configure, connect, and test the orange AUX line to any voltage source on your asset.
- Tap Continue and follow steps 17-23 from above to configure, connect, and test the brown AUX line to any voltage source on your asset.
- Once the installation is complete, you can view the asset paired with your Asset Gateway or install more devices.
Checking if Asset Gateway Mini installation is successful
1. On the asset live page, if the Asset Gateway Mini has gotten a GPS fix, the asset’s location will show up on the screen.
2. If you see this screen, it means that the Asset Gateway Mini has been assigned, but is still looking for a valid GPS location.
3. If the Asset Gateway Mini is cable-powered, you can turn on the asset’s engine, and if it’s indoors, bring the asset outdoors so that the Asset Gateway can get a clear line of sight for a GPS fix. Wait for another 15-30 minutes, and you should be seeing the GPS location show up on your dashboard.
FAQs
What cable types are supported for AG Mini installation in the Fleet App?
From the Fleet App installation flow, you can install any cable-powered AG Mini with the following options for cable selection:
- ABS cable (plug‑and‑play)
- 3‑wire cable
- 8‑wire cable
Each cable type has its own guided steps and verification checks.
What does Unpowered check-in rate mean, and which option should I choose?
The Unpowered check-in rate controls how often a battery-powered AG Mini sends location updates when it is not externally powered. Lower check-in intervals provide more frequent updates but consume more battery, while longer intervals help extend battery life. The Fleet App highlights 12 hours as the recommended option to balance visibility and battery performance.
Can I skip the guided installation steps if I already know how to wire the device?
Yes. During the cable-powered install, you can choose to skip the guided installation. This option is designed for experienced installers who already know the wiring and mounting steps and only need to connect the device and run tests if necessary.
Why do I still need to run a GPS and Cellular/LTE test before mounting when the device is cable-powered?
Even for cable-powered installs, running a signal test before mounting ensures your chosen location has strong GPS and Cellular/LTE connectivity. This prevents mounting the device where signals are weak or blocked, which can reduce tracking accuracy and reliability.
How do I run the GPS and Cellular/LTE test for a cable-powered install?
Hold or place the AG Mini in the intended mounting location and tap AG in chosen location. Then use the provided pin to press the pinhole reset button on the side of the device. When the LED flashes blue, tap Light flashed blue in the app to start the test. The Fleet App then shows if GPS and Cellular/LTE are verified, weak, or failed.
What do the different LED colors mean during cable-powered installation?
If the LED does not flash blue, the app prompts you to select the LED color and follow specific guidance:
- White: The device is still booting or updating. Wait at least 5 minutes before pressing the pinhole again.
- Orange: The device is overheated and needs to cool down. Wait at least 5 minutes before pressing the pinhole again.
- Red: The device battery is low. You’ll be given the option to select another device to continue the installation.
What should I do if GPS or Cellular/LTE signals are weak or failed?
If the test results show weak or failed GPS/LTE, check how and where the AG Mini is installed. Make sure it has a clear view of the sky and is not blocked by metal or enclosed spaces. Reposition the device according to the in‑app guidance and rerun the test until GPS and Cellular/LTE are verified.
What is the difference between ABS cable and 3‑wire cable installs?
- ABS cable: Primarily plug‑and‑play. Select ABS cable, follow the mounting instructions, connect the AG Mini and ABS module using the specified connectors, and then run a power test while the asset is tethered to a vehicle.
- 3‑wire cable: Requires manual wiring of ground, power (red), and optional AUX lines. You follow guided steps to connect each wire, choose the correct power source (constant or intermittent), and then run a power test and, if configured, AUX line tests.
How do I run the power test for an ABS cable installation?
After mounting the device and connecting it to the ABS module, follow these steps:
- Tether the asset to the vehicle and follow in‑app instructions before turning on the ignition.
- Use the pin to press the pinhole reset button on the AG Mini to send a test signal.
- Tap Reset button pressed in the Fleet App.
- The app shows Testing power while the test runs, then displays Power verified when the connection is successful.
How do I test power after wiring a 3‑wire cable?
After connecting ground and power wires:
- Follow the in‑app instructions under send a testing signal.
- If using constant power, press the reset button directly.
- If using intermittent/ignition power, first tether the asset to a vehicle and turn the ignition on, then press the reset button.
- Tap Reset button pressed in the Fleet App.
- The app shows a Testing power screen and then confirms Power verified when the wiring and power source are correct.
What is the AUX line in a cable-powered install, and why should I set it up?
An AUX line allows the AG Mini to monitor additional signals, such as ignition, engine hours, or other functions that provide voltage. After power is verified, you can tap Set up AUX line, name the AUX line (for example, Main Motor), and configure its voltage logic so the system knows when the line should be considered on. This enables more detailed utilization and activity tracking for your asset.
When is the cable-powered installation considered complete in the Fleet App?
The installation is complete after you:
- Mount the AG Mini and confirm AG is mounted.
- Connect all required cables and confirm AG is connected (for ABS, Connected to ABS Module).
- Successfully pass the power test.
The app then displays a completion screen where you can either view the asset paired with your Asset Gateway or install more devices.
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