2021 Hooposense Tracker Installation Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Hoopo
Table of Contents
2021 Hooposense Tracker
GENERAL
This document describes the hoopoSense tracker, 503G1000-1A, installation instructions and battery installation/replacement.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Each hoopoSense tracker delivered package contains:
- hoopoSense tracker
- 4 Cover screws
- Mounting screws
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The hoopoSense trackers are part of the horologic tracking system that includes a dedicated cloud-based application server. The hoopoSense tracker transmits various environmental and location parameters via LoRa and/or LTE CAT-M cellular communication channels.
ELECTRICAL
The hoopoSense trackers are powered by six (6) primary AA batteries. We recommend using Lithium-Ion L91 AA batteries by Energizer for optimal battery life and extended temperature range.
HOOPOSENS ACTIVATION & BATTERY OPERATION/REPLACEMENT
- Top Cover Removal
- Remove the four top-cover screws using
- a #1 Philips head screwdriver.
REMOVE THE TOP COVER.
Note: Pay attention to the sealing rubber on the cover. In case the
rubber has moved during the cover removal- place it back in place.
BATTERIES INSTALLATION
Slide the batteries in pairs as depicted in the following picture:
Note: Pay attention to the batteries’ polarity.
SLIDE THE BATTERIES IN PAIRS AS DEPICTED IN THE FOLLOWING PICTURE:
Note: Pay attention to the batteries’ polarity.
TOP COVER RE-PLACEMENT
PLACE AND HOLD THE TOP COVER ON THE ENCLOSURE.
Note: Pay attention to the battery’s springs’ direction. Ensure rubber seal
is in place. 5 . 2 . 4 .
TIGHT THE 4 TOP COVER SCREWS USING A SIMPLE PHILIPS
Note: Do not overtight. Use tightening torque 1Nm maximum
BATTERY INDICATION
1-2 seconds after batteries installation, the hoopoSense tracker should
beep- indicating proper batteries insertion.
REPORT VERIFICATION
1-2 minutes after batteries installation, the hoopoSense tracker should
report to the hoopoDashboard
Note: First activation may take up to 4 minutes.
VERIFY ACTIVATION BY SEARCHING
Search for the hoopoSense tracker serial number (Shown as BCCDXXXX. Printed on
the hoopoSense tracker sticker, see image below) and then by checking that the
time appears in the “Last Report” Field (See image below) is matching the
actual activation time. Notice that other data fields might show inaccurate
data until the first proper utilization is done.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MOUNTING GUIDELINES
The hoopoSense trackers should be ruggedly installed on top of various logistics assets such as various types of non-motorized ground support equipment, truck trailers, roll-off waste containers, and more.
OPTIMAL PLACEMENT OF THE TRACKER.
Optimize sky-view for better GPS positioning and Cellular communication.
The hoopoSense tracker antennas are facing towards hoopo’s logo on the unit.
To allow high quality GPS reception, orient this face with a clear,
unobstructed view of the sky.
TRACKER INSTALLATiON
- Using the supplied 2 screws, mount the hop sense tracker on your asset.
- Do not exceed 3.0 Nm tightening torque.
CONNECTIVITY
The hoopoSense trackers communicate via LTE CAT-M or LoRa.
HOOPA DASHBOARD LOGIN
The hoopoDahsboard is created with software called ‘Power BI’. In the dashboard, you’ll see all the current, historical, and summarized data of your assets.
LOGIN
- Enter the dashboard by clicking on the link you’ve received from the hoopo team.
- Click on the Log in button and insert the username and password you’ve received from the hoop team.
- You’ve now successfully entered the loop dashboard.
- You can also access Power BI by searching for it in the web browser search bar. If so, click on the ‘sign in’ in the top of the page
- Insert the username and password you’ve received from the hoop team.
- Click on ‘APPS’ in the left menu, and then click on the dashboard that appears with your company’s logo.
Note
- we recommend you download the mobile Power BI app from the relevant store.
- To log in using the username and password you’ve received from the hoop team.
ASSOCIATION TOOL
The association tool enables you to set the name and type of your asset, so they will appear on the loop dashboard instead of the hoopoSense tracker’s serial number.
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Enter the association tool via mobile or desktop by clicking this link : app.hoopo.tech
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Log in with the username and password you’ve received from the hoopo team.
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Find the hoopoSense tracker by typing its serial number in the ‘DeviceID’ tab
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Type the ‘Asset Name’ on which this tracker is installed
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Choose the ‘Asset Type’ of this asset, if relevant.
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Click submit.
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If the details were updated successfully, you’ll see a success message.
Note: if you don’t see the success message, verify the details and your internet connection, and try again. -
View the changes in the loop dashboard
Note: it may take a few minutes, you can refresh the page by clicking the refresh button.
RADIO COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Contains FCC ID: XMR202010BG95M3
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 and with Industry Canada license-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation.
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:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance (hoop Systems Ltd.) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
WARNING! To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the
device should be located at a distance of at least 20 cm from all persons
during normal operation. The antennas used for this product must not be co-
located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Frequency bands: CAT M1-
B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B8/B12/B13/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B27/B28/B66/B85
CAT NB2- B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B8/B12/B13/B18/B19/B20/B25/B28/B66/B71/B85
GSM/EDGE- 850/900/1800/1900