midmark 692020BLE BLE Asset Tag User Guide

MIDMARK RTLS
FCC User Guide

**Introduction

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A. Purpose of This Guide
This document is intended to provide the information required to install the hardware component of a Midmark VER-5800 BLE-Plug-InSensor.

System Description

The Bluetooth Low Energy – Access Controller Sensor (BLE-AC) provides a way for indoor positioning. The Midmark VER-5800 BLE- Plug-In Sensor acts as a gateway with an integrated WIFI wireless communication technology to forward the traffic to the cloud. The Midmark BLE Plug-In Sensor scans for BLE devices nearby to gather location information then uploads these messages to the cloud servers. To configure the sensor there is a Midmark app for iPhone and Androids that assigns the WIFI credentials and sets the sensor cloud connection. The cloud connection passes the data along to the indoor mapping location application.

Asset Tracking Platform Parts List

The table below lists all current available Asset Tracking Platform hardware components and their related part numbers:

Asset Tracking Platform Component Overview

A. Signaling Devices and Supplies
1. BLE Tags

VER-5864 BLE/IR Asset Tag (Ext-XL) Leverage the locating precision of the Midmark RTLS infrared (IR) sensory network while supplementing your RTLS with Midmark’s ear room-level Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. The BLE/IR Asset Tag, affixed to equipment or other assets, emits its unique ID using both BLE and IR signals.  When equipment is in an area covered by IR sensors, Midmark RTLS reports the precise chair, bed, or room-level location. Outside of the IR sensory network where BLE sensors are installed,  Midmark RTLS provides near room-level location information (within three meters). VER-5869 BLE  Asset Tag Providinglong battery life and near room-level locating precision, the  LE Asset Tag  uses the  latest Bluetooth low energy (BLE)technology. Affixed to assets or other equipment, the tag‘s BLE signals transmit a  unique identifier received by the MidmarkRTLS BLE  sensors. Using signal strength algorithm, the tags are located by  Midmark RTLSwith near room-level precision(within three meters).

Compatibility Note: Ext-XL tags feature improved battery life and are only compatible with XL Wired IR Sensors or Wireless Sensors. When used with the Wired Sensory network, the tag’s 20-bit Extended ID technology requires VER-2404-DHCP Collectors or later and VER-2032-DHCP Concentrators or later and VER-2032-DHCP  concentrators or later.

BLE/IR Asset Tag Mounting + Assembly

TAG MOUNTING

The equipment mounting surface must be properly cleaned to ensure a long- lasting bond. Thoroughly clean the mounting surface with a lint-free wipe dampened with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) solution. Ensure there is no debris such as paint flecks or glue scale on the asset’s surface before applying the tag base. Using other cleaning agents such as Quaternary Ammonium Cation (Quat) agents, ammonia, industrial degreasers, or other cleansers such as Goo Gone to eliminate debris is acceptable as long as the last step uses the IPA solution and leaves no chemical or physical residue.
The tag must be mounted on a flat, inflexible, non-metal surface free of obstructions that can block detection by the IR Sensors. If possible, mount the tag on a horizontal surface.
Before mounting the tag, test placement options on the equipment in a BLE- sensed area of the facility to ensure that the mounting surface does not hinder BLE signals. If the battery is properly installed and BLE signals are not received from the tag, reposition the tag on the asset and test again.
REMOVE ADHESIVE LINER Without touching the adhesive, remove the white adhesive liner from the tag base and gently place only the base onto the equipment.
MOUNT TAG Apply firm pressure over the entire base, using either fingers or an applicator such as a rubber ball. This allows the more adhesive film to come into contact with the surface of the asset. Maintain pressure for 10 seconds.

TAG ASSEMBLY
1 INSTALL A BATTERY Place a Murata’ CR2477 3.0V lithium battery into the tag with the positive (+) side of the battery facing the “+” engraving in the battery holder. Be careful not to use the large capacitor for leverage when installing the battery as this may damage the tag if it moves.

2 ALIGN CASE Align the battery holder with the guideposts in the base and assemble the case halves together

3 TIGHTEN SCREWS Fasten the case together with the two screws using a screwdriver, being careful not to over-tighten. Do not use a power drill.

*NOTE: Midmark RTLS tags receive power from standard CR2477, 3.ov. 1000mAH lithium coin cell batteries. However, not all batteries are manufactured to the same physical specifications and quality standards. Midmark RTLS highly ‘recommends the use of Murata brand CR2477 batteries. The use of any battery that does not meet the technical requirements specified by Midmark RTLS will void the Midmark RTLS warranty and may ‘result in incorrect low battery reporting, inconsistent power to tag, or damage to the tag. Refer to Advisory Notice #190006 for full ‘details.

Asset Tracking Sensor Placement Guidelines

A. Use the following guidelines for sensor placement in an available 110v outlet:

• The distance between sensors should be less than 25 feet
• The height from the floor should be between 1 and 12 feet in a wall-mounted receptacle
• Room sensor placement preference is away from corridors and room entry doors
• Corridor sensor placement preference is away from doors for rooms with a sensor
• Sensors should be 9 to 30 feet away from floor transitions (e.g., stairs, escalators, and elevators)

Controlling Relay

A. For the initial release of the sensor, the relay is set to the on state with no option to control it.
When the relay is set, power is passed through.

Specifications

1. Basic Specifications

2. Wi-Fi Specifications

3. Bluetooth Specifications

4. Button Specifications

5. LED Indicator

6. UL
“Type 1 Enclosure”,
Purpose of control: Operating Control;
Construction of control: Portable Direct Plug-In Type;
Type 1 Action;
Pollution Degree: 2;

Product Appearance

Figure 1 Example Caption and Scree

FCC STATEMENT:
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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.

3. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
   This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance 20cm between the radiator (VER5800 Plugin Sensor) & your body.
   4. FCC STATEMENT: Components comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and 2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. © 2020 Midmark RTLS Solutions, Inc., Traverse City, Michigan USA This document contains useful information on technology that is proprietary to Midmark RTLS Solutions, Inc. Permitted transmittal, receipt, or possession of this document does not express license or imply any rights to use, sell, design or manufacture this information. No reproduction, publication, or disclosure of this information, in part or in whole, shall be made without the prior written authorization of Midmark RTLS Solutions, Inc.

WARNING! This product is not designed, intended, authorized, or warranted for use in any life support or other application where product failure could cause or contribute to personal injury, death, or severe property damage. All patient, staff, and asset names in this document are fictional. Because Midmark RTLS Solutions, Inc. is continually improving its products, specifications within all Midmark RTLS manuals are subject to change without notice. Midmark RTLS Solutions Inc. is an ISO 9001 Certified Company. Midmark RTLS products and solutions are provided by Midmark RTLS Solutions, Inc. f/k/a Versus Technology, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Midmark Corporation. For more information, contact 1.800.MIDMARK, or call Midmark RTLS directly at 1.877.983.7787. Visit our website at midmarkRTLS.com.
Revision Date: October 2020
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