# VQ Install

> Vehicle telematics hardware installer and Bluetooth pairing utility. (iPhone/iPad app by Derive Systems.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vq-install/id1376583947 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Derive Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1471007335)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.3 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-04-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vq-install/id1376583947/reviews.md

## What is VQ Install?

The Derive Systems platform goes beyond traditional telematics solutions, providing an active, intelligent fleet solution. The Derive VQ Installer is the beginning of that experience.  Use Derive VQ Installer to install your VQ in your vehicle’s ODB2 port and get your systems set to transmit telematics information and distracted driving solutions.

Once our hardware is installed in a vehicle, drivers pair their device by enabling Bluetooth and using a simple tap on the steering wheel when prompted. Once paired, the vehicle is enabled and can be driven normally.

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Note: You must be a Derive VQ customer in order to use this app. For more information contact Derive Systems Enterprise Sales by visiting https://www.derivesystems.com/enterprise/contact

## Key features

- Vehicle ODB2 port installation
- Bluetooth device pairing
- Telematics data transmission
- Distracted driving solutions
- Fleet management enablement

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vq-install/id1376583947/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Needs Improvment

*2023-12-21*

After attempting for 3 days to connect to a device that is clearly present, this app still won’t work. I’m giving up

## Frequently asked questions about VQ Install

### What is VQ Install used for?

VQ Install is used to install Derive VQ telematics hardware in your vehicle's ODB2 port. It then helps you pair your device via Bluetooth to transmit telematics information and distracted driving data.

### Do I need to be a customer to use VQ Install?

Yes, you must be a Derive VQ customer to use this app. More information can be found on the Derive Systems website.

### What devices does VQ Install support?

VQ Install is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for VQ Install?

VQ Install has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### When was VQ Install last updated?

The latest version of VQ Install, 1.3.0, was last updated on May 29, 2019.

### How does VQ Install handle driver pairing?

After hardware installation, drivers pair their device by enabling Bluetooth and tapping the steering wheel when prompted.

### Does VQ Install have ads?

No, VQ Install does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for VQ Install?

VQ Install has an average rating of 3.2 stars based on 5 ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2019-05-29

We regularly update the VQ Installer app to bring you additional features and performance improvements that will enhance your overall experience.

This version of VQ installer app includes UI enhancements and bug fixes listed below.

Requirements:
iPhone with IOS 10.3 or newer with VQ firmware build 84 or newer

Feature Enhancements:
- New login user interface and authentication process
- Installer app displays 'Customer Support' phone number information when any installation error is encountered. User can TAP on the phone number to initiate a call
- Installer app displays a new information message when users fail to login. This message provides an option to initiate a call to Derive's customer support
- Updated user interface elements
- Updated Bluetooth interface

Bug Fixes:
- Cannot manually enter VIN
- Installation graphics issues (i.e. text overlaps during screen transitions)
- Revised VQ device connection state during installation process
- Calibrate user interface on iPhones X and XR series

### 1.2.0 — 2019-02-26

We regularly update the VQ Installer app to bring you additional features and performance improvements that will enhance your overall experience.
This version includes UI enhancements, new features and bug fixes.

This version of VQ installer app includes new features like disassociating a VQ from a VIN, force close persistent installer logs, shows install status on VQ/ID list and bug fixes listed below. 

Requirements:
iPhone with IOS 10.3 or newer with VQ firmware build 84 or newer

Feature Enhancements:
- Installer app shows if VQ is already installed
- Installer app logs persist through force close
- Installer app disassociates VQ/VIN
- Installer app pulls host name from the VQ when build for the dev environment

Bug Fixes:
- Infinite spinning wheel after unplugging field kit during reset procedure
- When app is backgrounded, notifications for connected BLE peripherals spam phone
- Logs/cloud show LTE_ACTIVATION_SUCCESSFUL as the ‘uninstalled’ response code
- Install app fails to display VIN after installation

### 1.1.0 — 2018-11-28

We regularly update the VQ Installer app to bring you additional features and performance improvements that will enhance your overall experience.
This version includes UI enhancements, new features and bug fixes.

### 1.0.37 — 2018-08-14

We regularly update the VQ Installer app to bring you additional features and performance improvements that will enhance your overall experience.
This version includes UI enhancements and bug fixes.

### 1.0.36.1 — 2018-07-30

We regularly update the VQ Installer app to bring you additional features and performance improvements that will enhance your overall experience.
This version includes UI enhancements and bug fixes.

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