Precyse Technologies BC91005010 915 MICRO BEACON User Manual
Precyse Technologies Inc 915 MICRO BEACON
User Manual
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Document No. 20130918-2
Revision 1.0
BC91/005010
BC91/005011
BC91/005012
BC91/005013
BC91/005014
Release Date: 18/09/2013
Prepared by: Yossi Nurok
Distribution (Check all appropriate):
Precyse Only Project Team Only Customer and Supplier
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section/Title Page
Regulatory Information/disclaimers ....................................................................... 4
Abstract ................................................................................................................. 6
Product description ............................................................................................... 6
Micro Beacon: .................................................................................................... 6
Technical Data Sheet – 915 Micro Beacon ........................................................... 6
Compatibility: .............................................................................................. 6
Performance: ................................................................................................ 6
Communication: .......................................................................................... 6
Electrical: ....................................................................................................... 6
Environmental: ............................................................................................ 7
Antenna ................................................................................................................ 7
Schematics ........................................................................................................... 7
System test configuration ...................................................................................... 7
Beacon ............................................................................................................... 7
Method of operation .............................................................................................. 8
iLocate system block diagram ............................................................................... 9
Unit definitions: ................................................................................................... 10
Marketing and installation ..................................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
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Regulatory Information/disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless Radio device must be in strict accordance with the
instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or
modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The Manufacturer is not responsible for
any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, of the
substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will
assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing
to comply with these guidelines.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
Instructions concerning human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields:
To comply with FCC Section 1.307 (b) (1) for human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic fields, implement the following instruction:
A distance of at least 20cm. between the equipment and all persons should be maintained
during the operation of the equipment.
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The FCC Wants You to Know
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user authority to operate the equipment under FCC
Rules.
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Abstract
This document describes the iLocate system hardware:
Beacon, Precyse part # BC91/005010, BC91/005011, BC91/005012 BC91/005013,
BC91/005014 referred to as 915 Micro Beacon.
Product description
Micro Beacon:
The Micro Beacon is used to define a location zone. It is based on a microcontroller and 4
RF transceivers.
It uses the iLocate proprietary protocol which provides a 2 way, half duplex communication
with the base station and to transmit its ID to the SATs.
BC91/005010, BC91/005012, BC91/005014 are powered by an internal 3.6V battery pack.
BC91/005011, BC91/005013 are powered by an external AC to 12Vdc adaptor.
Technical Data Sheet – 915 Micro Beacon
Compatibility:
Micro Beacon, 915MHz, versions:
BC91/005010, BC91/005011, BC91/005014 (Internal antenna).
BC91/005012, BC91/005013 (External antenna)
Performance:
Read range: up to 500 m. (Within line of sight)
Write range: up to 500 m. (Within line of sight)
Read rate: 250 Kbps.
Write rate: 250 Kbps.
Communication:
Frequency: 905.00 to 917.00 MHz ISM license free band
Modulation: 2-FSK
Channel spacing: 800 KHz
Deviation:190 KHz
EIRP: Up to 19dBm, digitally controlled
Communication protocol: Precyse N3
Transmission: Event base and on demand (TOM/SOM)
External interfaces: None
Electrical:
Power supply: 3.6Vdc, 100mA BC91/005010, BC91/005012, BC91/005014
12Vdc max 2.0A BC91/005011, BC91/005013
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Safety: CE, UL compatible BC91/005010, BC91/005011, BC91/005012, BC91/005013
Class I, Division 1, Groups A,B,C,D -20°C to +50°C, T4: BC91/005014
Environmental:
Size: L120xW90xH50mm
Operating temperature: -20°C to +75°C
Humidity: 90% non-condensing
Enclosure: IP65
Antenna
External antenna:
Manufacturer: Antenna factor
Part number: ANT-916-CW-RH-SMA
Gain: 0dBi
Internal antenna:
Manufacturer: Antenna factor
Part number: SPLATCH 916-SP2
Gain: 0dBi (Peak)
Schematics
Schematics will be provided on demand and under non-disclosure agreement.
System test configuration
Beacon
The unit was configured for normal operation. In this mode the beacon transmits its ID
packet continuously, with 3.2% duty cycle.
For intermodulation tests, the unit was configured to transmit on all 4 channels
simultaneously.
The unit transmission channels were set to 0 (905.0MHz), 8 (911.4MHz) and 15 (917.0MHz).
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Method of operation
The PBC has 4 independent transceivers. The transceivers cannot operate as MIMO or
phase array (beam shaping).
All the transceivers are connected to a single low power microprocessor unit. Each
transceiver in the unit transmits its identification packet at 20% or lower duty cycle.
Each transceiver operates at a different 800 KHz wide channel (905.0, 905.8, 906.6 etc).
One of the channels (One which has the best reception from the base station) acts as a
communication channel to the base station.
This unit’s function is to provide location information to the mobile agents (tags). Upon
packet reception, the tag transmits its signal strength (RSSI) and ID to the base station and
its location can be calculated using various algorithms.
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iLocate system block diagram
PC
PBS
TAG (SAT)
Attached to
assets
Ethernet
PBC1
PBC2
PBC3
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Unit definitions:
Base station, referred to as PBS: A radio device that transmits data to and from the tag (SAT) to a
personal computer (PC), also provides synchronization signal. The unit is powered by a DC power
supply. Relevant model is BS91103000.
Beacon, referred to as PBC: A radio device that defines a location. Location detection can be
realized through one or more PBCs.
Tag (SAT): A radio device that is used to track and monitor assets. It communicates with the PBS
and can detect the PBC signals. Relevant models are SA91/004xxx.
Marketing and installation
1. EUTs with external antenna are provided with ANT-916-CW-RH-SMA from Linx
Technologies already connected. These EUTs are tested in factory with these
antennae. Replacement with other antenna is prohibited.
2. EUT intended use and application: The PBC are used as radio beacons for the
iLocate system. By transmitting a constant signal, it allows the tags to identify their
location. The EUT is installed either indoors or outdoors (inside an appropriate
sealed environment box). The installation requirements are proper site planning,
infrastructure (DC supply, mechanical mounting, clearance around it), sealed box
(Per Precyse tech requirements, an IP65 or equivalent box uninterrupted power
supply where required, etc).
3. The professional installer is required to operate the iLocate system and ensure the
link between the system and the EUTs. Furthermore, optimization is done on clients’
site. Therefore, installation of EUT is done by a professional installer from Precyse
Technologies professional services or by its authorized resellers and it cannot be
done by an average technician. For additional information refer to our website:
http://www.precysetech.com/index.php?id=4
4. General use of iLocate system is business solutions. Please refer to our website
under services: http://www.precysetech.com/index.php?id=4
5. From the sections above the EUT cannot be sold to the general public. It is sold by
Precyse Technologies and installed by Precyse Technologies professional services
or by authorized resellers as part of the iLocate system.