Creating a new Geofences on the map

Creating a new Geofences on the map

Geofences

Geofence is a virtual perimeter for a real geographic area.




Geofence types

There are three basic types of geofences available:

  1. Circle – geographical area with a given centre and the shape of a circle with a minimum radius of 20 meters (radius and centre of the circle are defined by user).
  2. Polygon – area bounded by an arbitrary polygon with any number of vertices.
  3. Route – allows to create a virtual perimeter between two (or more) points. E.g., it is used in order to ensure that a vehicle doesn’t leave a predetermined route, and if it does, an alarm can be set to inform the interested party. 

How to create a geofence

  1. Locate the desired area on the map. You can use ‘Address search’ tool. 



2. Choose ‘Geofences’ tool by clicking on the Polygon icon in the bottom of screen and click the Add geofence button.



3. Choose one of three shapes from the list.



4. Draw a geofence on the map:

      1. Circle – move a circle with a mouse, having pressed the centre of the circle. To change the size of the circle pull the point on the edge of the circle.

      2. Polygon – initially has a form of the correct pentagon, which can be easily and randomly changed. To add new vertices you need to pull the mouse over the centre of one of the polygon’s sides. To delete a                                vertex just double-click on it.

      3. Route – you need to choose start and end points, the system will automatically build a route between them. If you want to add more points on the route, drag the route with the mouse. Next, determine the                            size of the vicinity.

5. Specify the name of the geofence and save it. Geofences you created can be edited or deleted.



If you have any questions, please contact support on 1300 735 797 or email support@connectfleet.com.au​

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