{"product_id":"the-v16-sentinel-dgt-geolocation-beacon","title":"The V16 Sentinel | DGT-Approved Geolocation Emergency Beacon with 2038 Data Plan","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-narrative\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompliance Is Not Enough. Intelligence Is the Standard. The Extrastar v16 is the latest-generation connected emergency beacon designed specifically for the European DGT regulatory framework — but its capabilities extend far beyond regulatory checkbox compliance. With Geolocation 3.0 and a prepaid data plan valid through 2038, the v16 transforms a mandatory safety device into a strategic asset for every vehicle it protects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe v16 builds on Extrastar's proven beacon architecture with a refined optical system that maximizes visibility while minimizing power consumption. The LED array produces a distinctive emergency light pattern visible from extreme distances, while the DGT-approved specifications ensure full compliance with Spanish and European roadside safety regulations. The integrated SIM module with Geolocation 3.0 transmits your precise position to emergency response networks the moment the device is activated — eliminating the delay between \"I need help\" and \"help knows exactly where I am.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes the v16 from first-generation connected beacons is its platform maturity. The data plan is prepaid through 2038 — nearly two decades of uninterrupted service with no recurring fees or subscription management. The housing has been refined through multiple hardware iterations for improved impact resistance and weather sealing. And the deployment mechanism is instantaneous: magnetic mount, single-button activation, and the v16 is transmitting your coordinates before you have finished pulling over to the shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is not a regulatory checkbox. It is a 14-year head start on roadside safety.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eDGT-Approved Compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fully certified for Spanish and European roadside safety regulations (2026 latest version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eGeolocation 3.0 with SIM\u003c\/strong\u003e — Integrated GPS and cellular module transmits precise coordinates to emergency networks on activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003e2038 Prepaid Data Plan\u003c\/strong\u003e — No recurring fees, no subscription management, no expiration concerns for 14+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eInstant Single-Button Deployment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Magnetic mount attaches to roof, one press activates light + tracking simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eRefined V16 Hardware Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — Multiple hardware iterations for improved impact resistance and all-weather reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eLow-Power Optical System\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-visibility LED array optimized for extended runtime on a single charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e✦ \u003cstrong\u003eFleet \u0026amp; Logistics Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e — Geolocation data compatible with commercial dispatch and roadside assistance platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extrastar v16 (2026 Latest Version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e DGT-approved (Spain), EU roadside safety compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeolocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e GPS + Cellular (Geolocation 3.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eData Plan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepaid SIM, valid through 2038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-intensity LED array with emergency pulse pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnetic base (rapid roof\/body panel attachment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-button (light + tracking simultaneous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e All-weather sealed housing (rain, dust, temperature extremes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rechargeable lithium battery with extended runtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding: 8px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extrastar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-applications\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eApplication Scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Extrastar v16 is purpose-built for the European regulatory environment while serving any driver who values precision emergency response. Spanish and European private vehicle owners achieve full DGT compliance while gaining connected safety features that passive warning triangles cannot provide. Fleet operators across the EU standardize on the v16 for consistent regulatory compliance and centralized incident tracking across their entire vehicle network. Rental car companies equip their fleets with v16 units, providing customers with both legal compliance and peace of mind in unfamiliar territory. Cross-border travelers carry the v16 as their universal emergency beacon — DGT approval ensures recognition across EU member states, and the geolocation works regardless of which country the breakdown occurs in. Emergency response coordinators value the v16 for its network compatibility: when a beacon activates, the coordinates flow into existing dispatch infrastructure without proprietary software or integration overhead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 20px 0; border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the v16 compatible with DGT regulations outside Spain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The v16 is DGT-certified for Spain and designed to meet the broader EU connected beacon framework. While each EU member state has its own certification process, the v16 was engineered with pan-European deployment in mind. We recommend verifying specific country requirements for non-Spanish registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What happens after 2038 when the prepaid data plan expires?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The integrated SIM's prepaid data plan covers geolocation transmission through 2038. After this date, the SIM can be replaced with a standard IoT\/M2M data SIM from any compatible provider. The beacon hardware itself has no expiration — only the prepaid data service has a defined term. The LED emergency light functions indefinitely regardless of SIM status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the v16 track location when the vehicle battery is dead?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The v16 operates on its own internal rechargeable battery and is completely independent of the vehicle electrical system. GPS acquisition and cellular transmission both function as long as the v16 battery has charge — it does not draw power from the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know if my v16 is transmitting correctly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The v16 includes a status indicator LED that confirms GPS lock and cellular transmission. On activation, a steady green indicator means coordinates are acquired and transmitting. We recommend a quarterly test activation (in a safe location) to verify system health — the battery holds charge well in standby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the v16 replace the requirement for traditional warning triangles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: In Spain, the v16 (as a DGT-approved connected beacon) replaces the requirement for physical warning triangles on highways and high-speed roads as of the regulatory transition period. However, we recommend carrying traditional triangles as a backup — regulations can vary by road type and enforcement jurisdiction, and a passive backup costs nothing in trunk space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-gallery\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S7d00b7b737b1465ea7e12935d4df249es.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/Se33e19056c7d42a98b386a9a6914d0beV.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S2c80df5c417d4cbb82740732dc709cdb3.webp?v=1783048873\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S6e3790edb45d4d65874f867c3f875a8bF.webp?v=1783048873\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S70153beffb094d019726711aab1f993dz.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S77f549edf0464c0f8050b55b29c38b322.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S54b434888ce54afb813e4b508b4185e5Q.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S8e6f79e5e0f94bc0ad403afac0c68babf.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S9c7867a5096f4d02a8e6cfe905b66d29S.webp?v=1783048872\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S01b41ba79fd64cc59cb35a9b8d02d063R.webp?v=1783048873\" style=\"max-width: 100%; margin: 10px 0; border-radius: 4px;\" alt=\"Extrastar v16 Car Emergency Light\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"The V16 Sentinel | DGT-Approved Geolocation Emergency Beacon with 2038 Data Plan\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S7d00b7b737b1465ea7e12935d4df249es.webp?v=1783048872\",\n  \"description\": \"DGT-approved connected emergency beacon with Geolocation 3.0 GPS tracking, integrated SIM with prepaid data through 2038, and single-button magnetic deployment for European roadside safety compliance.\",\n  \"sku\": \"EXTRASTAR-V16-2026\",\n  \"brand\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n    \"name\": \"Extrastar\"\n  },\n  \"offers\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/eastsupplier.com\/products\/the-v16-sentinel-dgt-geolocation-beacon\",\n    \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n    \"price\": \"84.58\",\n    \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n    \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\"\n  },\n  \"aggregateRating\": {\n    \"@type\": \"AggregateRating\",\n    \"ratingValue\": \"4.6\",\n    \"reviewCount\": \"3\",\n    \"bestRating\": \"5\"\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"EastSupplier Platform","offers":[{"title":"V16 x 4 \/ spain","offer_id":50514965233887,"sku":"1005010131349211-V16 x 4-spain","price":333.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V16 x 6 \/ spain","offer_id":50514965266655,"sku":"1005010131349211-V16 x 6-spain","price":502.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V16 x 1 \/ spain","offer_id":50514965299423,"sku":"1005010131349211-V16 x 1-spain","price":84.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"V16 x 2 \/ spain","offer_id":50514965332191,"sku":"1005010131349211-V16 x 2-spain","price":166.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0503\/6412\/1244\/files\/S7d00b7b737b1465ea7e12935d4df249es.webp?v=1783048872","url":"https:\/\/eastsupplier.com\/it-fr\/products\/the-v16-sentinel-dgt-geolocation-beacon","provider":"EastSupplier Platform","version":"1.0","type":"link"}