RIGADO RBG-1000C RadBeacon Gateway

Introduction

RadBeacon Gateways are part of Rigado’s connectivity solutions that offer powerful and cost-effective edge network infrastructure for large-scale, low- power wireless deployments. RadBeacon gateways provide a multi-radio platform for Bluetooth based location technologies.
Revision History

Gateway Hardware

Specifications

Processor

i.MX6UL (G3)| 528MHz, 32bit ARM® Cortex™-A7
Memory
Memory (Volatile)| 128 MB DDR3L SDRAM @ 400MHz, x16
Memory (Bulk Storage)| 64MB QSPI NOR Flash (512Mbit)
Bluetooth| Silicon Labs EFR32BG22
Bluetooth Version| 5 (Bluetooth Low Energy)
LE Connections| TBC
Frequency| 2.402 to 2.480 GHz
Modulations| GFSK at 125kbps, 1Mbps, and 2Mbps data rates
Transmit Power| 6dBm
Receiver Sensitivity| -106 to -96dBm, depending on modulation
Ethernet
10/100 Base-T RJ-45 connector with PoE Support
USB
USB 2.0, Type-A Host connector
Dimensions

RBG-1000C Enclosure

| Length Width

Height

| 127 mm

127 mm

30 mm

Weight

RBG-1000C

| Unit| 164 g
Packaging| 97 g

Accessories

| 3.5dBi Puck Antenna (ea.)| 82 g
2dBi Dipole

Antenna (ea.)

| 13 g
Mounting Kit| 46 g
Hardware
Power supply| Barrel Jack (5.5mm x 2.1mm)

4.5 to 5.5VDC, 2.0A max

| Ethernet connector (RJ-45) 36-57V (IEEE 802.3af)
Temperature Range| 0 to +60°C standard, -20 to +75°C extended
Certifications
RBG-1000C| IN PROCESS: FCC / ISED / CE-RED / UKCA

Electrical Specifications

Operating Conditions

USB Connector Power

Power Consumption

Absolute Maximum Ratings4

1. Warning: operating over the extended range may result in reduced performance. Prolonged use at temperatures above the standard ambient operating range may cause the enclosure plastics to soften.
2. USB is an output only – do not attempt to power the unit via the USB connector
3. Power consumption is dependent upon the application including beacon activity in the environment. Typical consumption listed for an RBG-1000C gateway powered over Ethernet, without USB load, scanning on all 5 radios in an environment with 200 BLE advertisements/sec.
4. Do NOT operate the unit under these conditions.
5. The unit will NOT operate over this voltage range. Prolonged exposure to these conditions is NOT recommended.

Interfaces

Interface features are described throughout this section, including power and data connectivity, and button and LED location and behavior.

Ethernet with Power over Ethernet support
The Gateway is equipped with a single 10/100 Base-T Ethernet connector. For configurations supporting PoE (802.3af), the Gateway will operate when powered by either a PoE switch (end-span) or injector (mid-span).

Reset Button

The reset button provides both soft and hard reset capabilities, depending on the length of the press. The timing is described in the following table:

USB
A USB 2.0 Type-A connector on the Gateway board provides access to a High Speed (up to 480Mbps) USB host.

Barrel Jack
The Gateway provides a 5.5mm x 2.1mm barrel jack for 5V DC input. Any AC/DC wall adapter used to power the gateway must be rated up to 2A. Please note that actual current consumption is dependent upon the software deployed on the Gateway.

RBG-1000C User Manual v0.1 – DRAFT

Front Button
A front facing button is located on the face of the Gateway. This button is not enabled on the default Gateway configuration.

Multi-color LED
A multi-color (red/green/blue) LED located near the user button provides a means of visual indication for the user.

Cable Cover
The back of the unit has a snap-in cover for improved cable management. This allows for hidden cable routing when the unit is installed on a wall or ceiling. The cable cover is removable.

Antenna Connectors
Four RP-SMA type connectors are visible — two on each side of the unit — where approved 2.4GHz antennas attach.

Mechanical Informa tion

RBG-1000C Dimensions

Installation

Equipment

Each RadBeacon Gateway Box includes the following equipment.

• 1 x RadBeacon Gateway

• 1 x Ceiling Mount Kit (optional):

  • 1 x mounting bracket
  • 1 x ceiling backer plate
  • 4 x M3 x 50 mm Length, Pan Head, Phillips #1, Machine Screw

• RadBeacon Gateway

• Mounting Bracket

• Ceiling Backer Plate

• Ceiling Mount Screws M3 x 50 mm Phillips (x4)

Additional accessories required for wall mounting (not included):

• 4 x Screw, Pan Head Phillips Sheet Metal #6/18×1.25″

• 4 x Drywall Anchor, #6 Screw, 1-1/4″ Length

• Wall Mount Screws

• 6 x 1-1/4” Phillips (x4)

• Drywall Anchors (x4)

Mounting Tools

To use the optional Wall/Ceiling Mount kit, the following tools are required (not included):

• Phillips screwdriver
• Drill and drill bit – 3/16” for wall, or 1/8” (3-4 mm) for ceiling mounting
• Drywall saw or keyhole saw for 1″ cable pass-through hole

Mounting Instructions
Rigado recommends mounting the Gateway on a wall or ceiling, at least 6ft (2m) off the ground. If mounting on a wall, position the unit so that the connectors (USB, Ethernet, etc.) are facing down. This will ensure the mounting bracket attachment mechanism is secure against incidental removal.

1. Use the mounting bracket as a template to mark hole locations on the wall or ceiling.

   • a. For wall mount, use a 3/16” (5 mm) drill bit.
   • b. For a ceiling tile, use a 1/8” (3-4 mm) drill bit.
     If a hole is needed for cable routing, also mark this in the appropriate cable opening space in the mounting bracket.

2. Attach the mounting bracket to the surface using the appropriate method:
   Wall Mounting
   Push the provided drywall anchors into the drilled holes, then place the mounting bracket snugly against the wall. Using a screwdriver, screw the wall mount screws into the drywall anchors.
   Ceiling Mounting
   Place one ceiling mount screw through a mounting bracket screw hole, and push through the corresponding drilled ceiling hole. Use this screw to guide placement of the ceiling backer plate to the opposite side, then use the screwdriver to screw in this and the remaining ceiling mount screws.

3. Once the mounting bracket is installed, line up the four hooks of the mounting bracket with the
   corresponding holes on the back of the Gateway and press the two together. To lock in place, slide the Gateway over towards the cabling hole until it clicks into place.

Hole Drilling Template

This template is at scale and can be printed for use.

 Gateway Setup

Before the Gateway is permanently installed, refer to the mounted side of the enclosure to record the unit Serial Number (1) or scan the 2D barcode (2), as shown below.

Regulatory Information

Authorized Countries and Territories

Each of the specific RadBeacon Gateway models are authorized for use in the following countries:

FCC Statement

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 the 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

IC Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause interference,
2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

CE Statement
Rigado, Inc. declares that the Radius RBG-1000C complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available on request.

• Rigado, Inc.
• 101 SW Main St., Suite 2000
• Portland, OR 97204 USA

RF Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with the radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and any part of the human body.

Non-modification Warning Statement
Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved by Rigado could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Product Insert – Compliance Information
The following images show the regulatory insert provided within the product packaging.

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