AeroScout T3T3-BD Model: TAG-3500 Bidirectional Tag User Guide T3-BD-UG-50707-04
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Table of Contents | 3 Table of Contents Introduction........................................................................................................ 5 T3-BD Tag Features ......................................................................................... 5 Tag Mounting .................................................................................................... 8 Single Flange ..............................................................................................................
Introduction | 5 Introduction The AeroScout T3-BD tag is a key component of the AeroScout Visibility System. The T3-BD tag is a small, Wi-Fi, active RFID device that enables the wireless network infrastructure to locate assets not connected to a wireless network. This tag includes full bidirectional Wi-Fi connectivity, enabling it to receive information the network.
| T3-BD Tag Features Audio Visual Indications The tag includes 2 LED’s in 3 colors, a buzzer and a vibrator. These audio visual indicators can be activated from the network to provide the acknowledgement response in the tag as mentioned in the previous clause. Flexible Mounting and Usage Options The tag is supplied with a variety of mounting options. It can be mounted on flat hard surfaces using special holes for screws, adhesive tape or Velcro.
T3-BD Tag Features | 7 tool. The AeroScout T3-BD tag can also be easily deactivated in order to conserve battery power. Tag Management The T3-BD tag can be programmed via a wireless interface using the AeroScout Tag Activator. Together with the AeroScout Tag Manager software it allows for easy and efficient tag configuration, activation or deactivation and programming. T3-BD tags are supported by Tag Manager, version 3.0 and above.
| Tag Mounting Tag Mounting The AeroScout T3-BD tag is enclosed in a compact case and offers a variety of mounting options described in this section. Single Flange The T3-BD tag may come with a single flange on one of the narrow sides (the “top” side). Figure 2. AeroScout T3-BD tag with single flange The flange can be used to hang the tag using a strap (for example, neck band) or a clip (for example, employee badge) or key chain.
Tag Mounting | 9 No Flange The T3-BD tag can also be supplied without flanges. The tag can be fixed on a surface by applying adhesive on its back or using Velcro or doublesided tape. It can also be placed into a sleeve. Figure 4. AeroScout T3-BD tag without flange Note the following: Avoid putting glue on the battery cover or the tamper switch hole. Apply 1x1’’ Velcro or double-sided tape patches as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5.
| Tag Mounting Figure 6. AeroScout T3-BD tag cradle: front view Figure 7. AeroScout T3-BD tag cradle: back view To mount a cradle and place a rag in it: 1. Do one of the following: To attach the cradle on a flat surface with (four) screws: Use the four holes on the sides. To attach the cradle on a flat surface with adhesives: Put adhesive material, double sided tape or Velcro on the back side and fix the cradle. To attach the cradle on a non-flat surface (e.g.
Mounting the Anti-Tempering Device | 11 2. Snap the tag into the cradle, the tag’s front side facing outwards and the upper side up. 3. If you are using a two-flange tag, the possibility exists to fasten to bottom flange to the cradle’s flange. Mounting the Anti-Tempering Device The optional anti-tampering switch is designed to alert the system (for example by issuing a message) when the tag is removed from its place. The switch is a separate part inserted into a hole at the back of the tag.
| Tag Management Option 2 – Tamper Switch Pressed against Surface (with Cradle) In this case, the tamper switch passes through the cradle’s slit and is pressed against the surface on which the cradle is fixed. If the cradle or the tag is removed, the anti-tampering mechanism issues an alert. 1. Remove the tamper adaptor from the cradle (if installed). 2. Fix the cradle. 3. Insert the long switch into the hole at the tag’s back. 4.
Tag Maintenance | 13 Please refer to AeroScout Bidirectional Tag Controller User Guide. Tag Maintenance Upgrading the Firmware The AeroScout T3-BD tag’s firmware can be upgraded automatically through the Wi-Fi network. This is possible due to the tag’s bidirectional communication abilities. This is done by using the AeroScout Bidirectional Tag Controller application. This application can automatically upgrade the firmware to all the tags in the site, through the Wi-Fi network.
| Tag Maintenance WARNING: Use only batteries listed in Table 1 or batteries that have been approved by AeroScout. There is a danger of fatal tag damage if the battery is replaced incorrectly or by an incorrect type. Dispose used batteries according to the instructions. Avertisment: Utilize seulment des pilles marquee au Table 1 ou des pilles approuvee par Aeroscout. Il y-a un danger Tag fatale si les pilles s`ont remplacer incorectement ou par incorrect type.
T3-BD Tag Models | 15 Tag Battery Life The parameters that affect battery life include the tag transmission interval and the number of transmission channels configured for the tag. The battery life also depends very much on the interval in which the tag associates for bidirectional communication with the network. Please use the AeroScout Tag Manager in order to evaluate the battery life that is obtained with your setup.
| Tag Specifications Mounting Accessories Comments Tag neck strap - white 50 pack Tag neck strap – with AeroScout logo 50 pack Velcro attachment kit 50-pack, 1x1’’ patches Double-sided tape attachment kit 50-pack, 1x1’’ patches Model TAC-070 TAC-071 TAC-030 TAC-031 Tie wraps for cradle – up to 2’’ diameter TAC-060 Tie wraps for cradle – up to 5’’ diameter TAC-061 T3-BD tag housing Empty T3-BD tag housing with AeroScout logo TGH-305 Tag Management Tag Activator (US) Tag Activator (Europ
Tag Specifications | 17 • Clear channel sensing avoids interference with wireless networks Accessories • Motion Sensor • 2 Call buttons • 2 LED’s (single color + dual color) • Optional tamper proof switch • Optional vibrator • Optional buzzer • Optional temperature sensor Environmental Specifications • Temperature: -30°C to +75°C (-22°F to 167°F) • Humidity: 0 to 100%, condensing • The housing is water and dust resistant and includes a rubber lining. • IP-65 Electrical • 3.
| 19 Safety and Warnings 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.
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