SICK LOCU1 – UWB TAG Indoor and Outdoor Localization Instructions
- June 5, 2024
- SICK
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TAGGABLE – LOCALIZATION
SICK LOCU 1 – UWB TAG
Intended use
SICK LOCU components constitute the UWB (ultra-wideband) hardware part of SICK’s localization system solution. The SICK LOCU hardware is well suited for precise indoor tracking of tagged objects of various kinds. LOCU hardware comprises LOCU1xx tags, which are mounted on the assets to be tracked and infrastructure-mounted LOCU2xx antennas are called anchors. LOCU tags can be localized in all areas covered by a set of LOCU anchors.
SICK LOCU hardware is a part of a complete solution, SICK offers a comprehensive portfolio of services for LOC systems, from consulting to support. SICK RTLS (real-time locating system) solutions LOC facilitate full transparency of your supply chain processes by creating a digital twin of your assets – in your factory, warehouse, and beyond. Key use cases include automation and optimization of processes in logistics and production, from manual to fully automated processes. With LOC, SICK provides a system solution that integrates several localization technologies and further sensors into a software platform, called Asset Analytics, which acts as middleware.
About this document
This Quickstart document describes the how-to setup LOCU hardware components.
Before starting to work with LOCU, read this Quickstart document carefully and make sure that you are familiar with the device. The information on the correct and safe operation of the system presented here will help you avoid personal injury or damage to property.
Tags not suited for personal safety (unless stated otherwise by SICK).
You can also obtain support from your sales partner.
For your safety
It is essential that LOCU units are transported, stored, installed, and used
in accordance with their intended use in order to ensure error-free, safe
operation.
LOCU hardware can only be installed, operated, used, and maintained by
appropriately trained, authorized specialist personnel. Specialist personnel
is individuals who possess the technical training, knowledge, and experience
necessary in order to understand the tasks entrusted to them, evaluate these
and identify possible hazards.
Precautions:
-Do not use deformed or damaged products or batteries.
-Do not expose the devices to extreme heat, pressure, or humidity.
-Do not charge or use the product if the liquid has entered.
-Do not use or store the devices in dusty or dirty areas.
-Protect the product from excessive moisture.
-Do not expose the devices to water, rain, splashing water, or spilled drinks.
-Do not spray anything on and inside the device.
-Dropping, knocking, violently shaking and any rough handling may damage the device.
-Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the vehicle compartment where the device is installed.
-In case of malfunction, contact your sales partner.
-Do not modify the product.
CAUTION
LOCU hardware do not contain any user-serviceable parts and are not allowed to be opened by unauthorized personnel! Opening the screws of the device housing will invalidate any warranty claims against SICK AG. For further warranty provisions, see the General Terms and Conditions of SICK AG.
NOTE: Performance of tags might be affected by materials like metal or water in the vicinity of the tag, shielding or absorbing signals.
Maintenance and cleaning
Maintenance
LOCU hardware does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
Cleaning
Clean the housing with a soft, dry or slightly moistened cloth. Do not use
any solvents or high-pressure cleaners
Installation and commissioning
Scope of delivery
Every tag package consists of:
- Tag LOCU (different models of the device are available)
dimension of tag with rechargeable battery
dimension only for a tag with M8 connector (LOCU111-0x20)
left LED only on rechargeable tags (charger LED)
Turning the tag ON / activation
All tags are delivered in an inactive state to avoid battery draining and activity during transport and storage.
Activation of LOCU101-0x00 tags is done by pulling out plastic foil from the tag. The plastic foil must be pulled out slowly and with care.
Activation of LOCU101-0x10/LOCU111-0x10 tags is done by placing them on a Qi- compatible wireless charger.
Charging procedure
– Place the tag on the Qi charger pad.
– The charger should indicate charging status via LED within a few seconds,
the same should be indicated on the tag’s charger LED.
– Charging time is approximately 5,5 hours. (charging current set to 73 mA)
– After the charging is done, the charger will indicate the ready status via
LED (depending on charger model; for example LED blinking or LED off)
– Tags were tested with the following Qi chargers: Samsung Fast Charge (EP-
PN920), Samsung (EPPA510), and Adata (CW0050).
Tags have to be fully charged before first use to avoid battery damage.
Activation of LOCU111-0x20 tags is done by connecting them to the power supply (7-35V).
Technical data
LOCU Tag
Models
| Size (mm)| Weight| Power supply
---|---|---|---
LOCU101-0x00| 90.2 x 42.9 x 23.2| 50 g| Coin Battery CR2477, 1000mAh
LOCU101-0x10 LOCU111-0x10| 90.2 x 42.9 x 17,5| 45 g| Li-Pol 300 mAh,
wireless charging
LOCU111-0020| 90.5 x 42.9 x 23.2| 43 g| External 735 VDC1), Power 1W
Operating
conditions
| Indoor
−20°C … +60 °C
20 % … 85 % humidity without condensation
---|---
Warm-up time| Immediate
Sensors| LOCU101-0x00
LOCU101-0x10| 3-axis accelerometer
LOCU111-0x10
LOCU111-0x20| 3-axis accelerometer,
3-axis gyroscope,
3-axis magnetometer
Battery
management
| Using accelerometer
Charging 2)
| (Only LOCU1x1-0x10)
Charging Temperature: 0 ~ 45 °C
Charging Device: Only Qi compliant charger.
Charging Time / Current: 5.5 h / 73 mA
WEB| Channel 5, Band: 6240 MHz – 6748 MHz
Center Frequency: 6490 MHz
-41.3 dBm/MHz
WPAN| 2400 MHz (SICK service interface only)
NFC| 13.56 MHz
MTBF| Depending on the environment in which the devices are used, life
expectancy is predicted for 10+ years.
Pushbutton| LOCU101-0100, LOCU101-0110, and LOCU111-0110
Enclosure material| ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
- Connect max cable length of 30 meters (recommended) that are grounded properly and never connect power cables with reverse polarity
- Do not over-discharge the tag’s battery, below 2.75V. Over discharging can damage the performance of the battery. To avoid over-discharging by self-discharge, charge
tags periodically.
| 1 | DC |
|---|---|
| 2 | Not connected |
| 3 | GND |
| 4 | Not connected |
Figure 3. Connection diagram for LOCU111-0x20 tags (view towards the tag) With a standard cable, e.g. SICK no 2094791, pin 1 (DC) corresponds to brown color wire and pin 3 (GND) to blue color wire.
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LOCU1
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
All rights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
Regulatory Compliance Information
These products may only be operated in countries for which approval has been
granted.
| No. | Country | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | European Union | LOCU101-0000 |
LOCU101-0100
LOCU101-0010
LOCU101-0110
LOCU111-0010
LOCU111-0110
LOCU111-0020
2| The United States and Canada| LOCU101-0000
LOCU101-0100
LOCU101-0010
LOCU101-0110
LOCU111-0010
LOCU111-0110
LOCU111-0020
Please observe the country-specific information for operation below.
1 European Union
Simplified EU declaration of conformity
Hereby, SICK AG declares that the radio equipment type LOCU1010000,
LOCU101-0100, LOCU101-0010, LOCU101-0110, LOCU1110010, LOCU111-0110, and
LOCU111-0020 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the
following internet address:
https://supportportal.sick.com/products/localization/tagasedlocalization/locu/
WARNING
Limit human exposure to electromagnetic fields. During operation, the human
exposure regulations covered by EN/IEC 62311 must be observed. Suitable safety
distances must be maintained during both short-term and long-term work in the
radiation range of the antennas. The minimum distance to be maintained between
the device and the
The human body during long-term transmission is 20 cm.
2 United States and Canada
FCC ID: WRMLOCU1
IC: 10066A-LOCU1
NOTICE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and contains license-exempt
transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science, and Economic
Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: 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.
NOTICE
Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by SICK
AG may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.
RF Exposure Information
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The
device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.
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