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AeroScout T2 Tag
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User Guide
T2 Tag
T2 Tag
T2 Tag
T2-UG-201108-02

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  • Page 1 AeroScout T2 Tag AeroScout T2 Tag AeroScout AeroScout T2 Tag T2 Tag User Guide T2-UG-201108-02...
  • Page 2 The information and know-how included in this document are the exclusive property of AeroScout Inc. and are intended for the use of the addressee or the user alone. The addressees shall not forward to another their right of using the information, know-how...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Replacing the Internal Battery ................... 13 Tag Battery Life ......................14 Cleaning the Tag ....................... 16 T2 Tag Models ....................16 Intrinsically Safe T2 Tag Models ..............17 Tag Accessory Models ..................17 Specifications ....................18 Tag Specifications ..................... 18 Temperature Sensor Specifications ................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction The AeroScout T2 Tag is a key component of the AeroScout Visibility System. The T2 Tag is a small Wi-Fi and active RFID device that enables the wireless network infrastructure to locate assets not connected to a wireless network. The tag can be attached to mobile equipment such as vehicles in parking lots, inventory in a manufacturing line, containers, forklifts and medical equipment in hospitals.
  • Page 6: T2 Tag Features

    6 | T2 Tag Features AeroScout T2 Tag with Multi-LED Visual Indication Figure 3. (transparent enclosure) T2 Tag Features Temperature and Motion Sensing Tags are shipped with on-board motion sensors that report when it starts to move and whether it is in motion or not. Tags can optionally be equipped with temperature sensors that can report the changes in temperature or exceeded temperature thresholds.
  • Page 7 Tag Programmability and Storage The T2 Tag can store up to 10 messages of 10 bytes each. These messages can either be pre-programmed via the Tag Manager or programmed on the fly by an AeroScout Exciter when a tag is in proximity to it. These messages...
  • Page 8: Tag Mounting

    8 | Tag Mounting Tag Mounting The AeroScout T2 Tag is enclosed in a compact case and offers a variety of mounting options described in this section. Wrist Strap Optional accessory - Can be used to strap the tag around the wrist.
  • Page 9 Tag Mounting | 9 Figure 5. Snap the tag into the cradle. Securing the Tag to the Cradle After snapping the tag into the cradle it is possible to secure the tag to the cradle using a strap. Figure 6. Thread the cradle strap through the middle strapping holes and through the tag's back rail.
  • Page 10 10 | Tag Mounting Figure 7. Tie the strap around the front of the tag. Attaching the Cradle to a Pole You can attach the cradle to a pole using two narrow straps. Follow these steps: Thread the cradle strap through the two pairs of strapping holes. Figure 8.
  • Page 11: Removing The Tag From Cradle

    Tag Mounting | 11 Snap the tag into the cradle (or first tie the tag to the cradle and then attach it to the pole). Figure 9. Removing the Tag from Cradle The cradle holds the tag tightly. Gently separate the tag from the cradle using a small screwdriver and then pull the tag out.
  • Page 12 4. Attach the AeroScout and barcode labels to the upper side of the holster and to the cover, making sure that the labels fit exactly in place.
  • Page 13: Tag Management

    Tag Management | 13 Tag Management The AeroScout T2 Tag can be configured, programmed and activated via a wireless interface. This is done with the help of the AeroScout Tag Manager application and the AeroScout Tag Activator. In addition, Tag Manager is used to activate and deactivate tags and to program stored messages on the tags.
  • Page 14: Tag Battery Life

    Table 1 – T2 Tag Approved Battery Types Tag Battery Life Table 2 presents battery life estimates for a new T2 tag battery. The parameters that affect battery life include the tag transmission interval and the number of transmission channels configured for the tag.
  • Page 15 Figure 14 and 15 present the Tag battery life at different operating temperatures. Battery Life - AeroScout T2 Tag 0C, 10C, 20C, -20C 30C, -30C -30ºC -20ºC 0ºC 10ºC 20ºC 30ºC 40ºC 70ºC Transmission Interval (minutes) Figure 14. T2 Tag Battery Life in Different Operating Temperatures...
  • Page 16: Cleaning The Tag

    16 | T2 Tag Models Battery Life - AeroScout T2 Tag 0C, 10C, 20C, -20C 30C, -30C -30ºC -20ºC 0ºC 10ºC 20ºC 30ºC 40ºC 70ºC Transmission Interval (minutes) Figure 15. Tag Battery Life in Different Operating Temperatures Cleaning the Tag Cleaning the external surface of the Tag’s housings can be done using...
  • Page 17: Intrinsically Safe T2 Tag Models

    Intrinsically Safe T2 Tag Models | 17 Intrinsically Safe T2 Tag Models AeroScout T2 Tag Comments Model AeroScout Intrinsically Includes 1/2AA Lithium BWH3000-X1 Safe T2 Tag for Gas battery. ATEX certified, Gas Group IIB Group B, II 1 G EEx ia IIB T4/T5/T6 &...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    18 | Specifications Mounting Accessories Comments Model Fixed Tag Trailer Mount For permanent mounting on trailers/vehicles/equipment TAC-240 T2 Tag Wrist Straps 50-pack Sutitable for T2 Tags attachment to the wrist TAC-220 Velcro Attachment Kit 50- Velcro Patches pack TAC-030 Double-sided Tape...
  • Page 19: Temperature Sensor Specifications

    Specifications | 19 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 3.6V Lithium ½ AA battery (replaceable) •...
  • Page 20 20 | Specifications Range Typical Accuracy Maximum Accuracy -30°C to 0°C ± 1 °C ± 2 °C 0°C to 70°C ± 0.5 °C ± 1 °C 70°C to 75°C ± 1 °C ± 2 °C Measured sensor data: • Figure 16. Sensor measurement results...
  • Page 21: Warranty

    The date of shipment of a Product by AeroScout is set forth on the packaging material in which the Product is shipped. This limited warranty extends only to the original user of the Product.
  • Page 22 22 | DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS WARRANTY, ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT, SATISFACTORY QUALITY OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, LAW, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE, ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW.

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