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Page 1 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag User Guide T6GPS-UG-090113-06...
Page 2 This document is confidential and proprietary to AeroScout Inc. and is not to be distributed to any persons other than licensed AeroScout Visibility System users or other persons appointed in writing by AeroScout Inc.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Table of Contents Introduction ......................... 5 T6 Tag Features ........................5 Tag Mounting ........................9 Tag Management ......................11 Tag Management via MobileView ................. 11 Tag Maintenance ......................12 T6 Tag Models ........................16 Tag Accessory Models ..................... 16 Tag Specifications ......................
Page 4 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag REVISION HISTORY Revision Date Comments Author 2 September 2009 New format M Sharon 03 Jan 2009 Maintenance warranty sections Update Itai R 23 February 2012 External Power Option Refael Blanca 11 September 2012 New battery P/N...
Page 5: Introduction
The AeroScout T6 GPS Tag is a key component of the AeroScout Visibility System. The AeroScout T6 GPS Tag is a first of its kind solution that combines GPS and Wi-Fi to improve operations in large, outdoor environments. The tag is a battery-powered, wireless device that uses GPS to determine location and standard Wi-Fi to transport asset location and other valuable information to the customer’s 802.11b/g-compatible...
Page 6 Tag Manager, version 4.2 and above. Tag Programmability and Storage The T6 Tag can store up to 15 messages of 15 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.
Page 7 External Power Input An external power input option is available for the T6 IS GPS Tags. When connected to an external power source the Tag will not consume power from the battery. Once the external power source is disconnected the Tag will automatically revert to the battery power source.
Page 8 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Figure 2: T6 IS Tag with external power input...
Page 9: Tag Mounting
AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Tag Mounting The AeroScout T6 Tag is enclosed in a compact case and offers a variety of mounting options described in this section. To receive the satellite signals the tag should be mounted vertically. Double Flange The tag enclosure includes two flanges on the two narrow sides of the device.
Page 10 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Attach the tag to the asset, using four screws. Attaching the tag to a Pole Thread the straps through the two pairs of strapping holes on the tag’s flanges. Position the tag vertically and attach it to the pole.
Page 11: Tag Management
Managing tags Using AeroScout Tag Manager The AeroScout T6 Tag can be configured, programmed and activated via a wireless interface. This is done with the help of the AeroScout Tag Manager Version 4.2 and the AeroScout Tag Activator. In addition, Tag Manager is used to activate and deactivate tags and to program stored messages and the GPS receiver.
Page 12: Tag Maintenance
AeroScout T6 GPS Tag For information about the deployment and configuration of GPS Gateway for T6 Tags, please refer to MobileView Installation and Deployment Guide Tag Maintenance Upgrading the Firmware The AeroScout T6 Tag’s firmware too can be upgraded automatically through the Wi-Fi network.
Page 13 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Figure 4. T6 Tag battery To replace a battery: Deactivate the tag using Tag Activator and Tag Manager (recommended). Remove the three screws on the tag’s cover. Remove the tag cover. Gently separate the socket cord connected to the batteries from the PIN header placed on the tag PCB.
Page 14 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 another battery type. Dispose used batteries according to the instructions.
Page 15 In order to ensure the longest battery life from the tag, the GPS receiver is activated intermittently. The battery life of the T6 GPS Tag is depended on the chosen operation mode in Tag Manager. The battery life is also dependant on the transmission intervals in motion and stationary.
Page 16: T6 Tag Models
T6 GPS Tag TGH-6000 Empty T6 Tag housing with AeroScout logo TAG-6000-BP-X1 T6 Intrinsically Safe GPS Tag TAG-6000-XP-X1 T6 Intrinsically Safe GPS Tag with external power connection Table 2 – Regular T6 Tag Models Tag Accessory Models Mounting Accessories Comments Model Tie wraps–...
Page 17 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Battery T6 Tag battery 25-Pack TAC-630 T6 Tag battery 50-Pack TAC-631 Table 3 – Tag Accessory Models...
Page 18: Tag Specifications
AeroScout T6 GPS Tag Tag Specifications Wi-Fi RADIO  Compliant with 802.11b/g networks (2.4 GHz)  Transmission power: up to +19dBm, ~81mW GPS RECEIVER  SIRF Single chip receiver GSC3E/LP  Tracking sensitivity: -158dbm PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL  Dimensions: 100mm x 80mm x 55mm (3.9” x 3.1” x 2.2”) FUNCTIONALITY ...
Page 19 AeroScout T6 GPS Tag CERTIFICATIONS  Radio:  FCC Part 15, sub-part C class B, sub-part B  EN 300-328, EN 301-489  Safety:  o CE, cTUVus (EN60950)  Intrinsic Safe Tags:  Intrinsically-safe operation in Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, and D Hazardous (Classified) locations.
Page 20: Safety And Warnings
AeroScout T6 GPS Tag 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.
Page 21: Limited Warranty
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. Customer's sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of AeroScout and its suppliers under this limited warranty will be, at AeroScout’s or its service center's option, shipment of a replacement within the period or a refund of the purchase price if the Hardware is returned to the party supplying it to Customer, if different than AeroScout, freight and insurance prepaid.
Page 22 Fortune 500. The company originally invented the first Wi-Fi-based Active RFID tag, and today is widely recognized as leading the market in number of deployments and tags shipped. Headquartered in Redwood City, Calif., AeroScout has offices in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and Australia. For more information, please visit www.aeroscoutindustrial.com.