MPACT
Bluetooth Smart Beacon
Hardware Installation
Guide
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Contents
About This Document ....................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1
Icon Conventions ............................................................................................................ 2
Related Documents ......................................................................................................... 2
Service Information ......................................................................................................... 2
Feedback ........................................................................................................................ 2
Hardware Specifications and Installation ........................................................................................ 3
Lozier® Shelves .............................................................................................................. 3
MB1000 Beacon: MPACT-T1B20-000-WR ..................................................................... 3
MB1000 Beacon: MPACT-T1B10-000-WR ..................................................................... 4
Replacing MB1000 Battery ............................................................................... 6
MPACT-MB2000-01-WR, MPACT-MB1000-01-WR, MPACT-MB2001-01-WR,
MPACT-SB2000-01-WR, MPACT-SB2100-01-WR ........................................................ 8
USB Beacon: MPACT-MB3000-01-WR ........................................................................ 13
Beacon Part Numbers: MPACT-MB4000-01-WR and MPACT-MB4001-01-WR ......... 14
Mounting using Tape ....................................................................................... 15
Mounting using Screws ................................................................................... 15
Beacon: MPACT-MB1000-01-WR and MPACT-SB1100-01-WR ................................ 17
Mounting using Tape ....................................................................................... 19
Mounting using a Beacon Accessory .............................................................. 20
Fixed IoT Bridge (hub): MPACT-MB5000-01-WR, MPACT-SB5200-01-WR................. 22
Mobile IoT Bridge (badge): MPACT-MB6000-01-WR ................................................... 25
Usage .............................................................................................................. 29
Charging .......................................................................................................... 30
Disposing ........................................................................................................ 30
Cradle Charger: MPACT-MB6000-CHRGR ................................................................. 31
Cleaning the Badge Contacts ......................................................................... 34
Cleaning the Cradle Connectors .................................................................... 34
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 35
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About This Document
Introduction
MPact utilizes Bluetooth Smart beacons in various modes to unify Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Smart Technology
to capture analytics, accuracy and insight.
Beacon placements can be adjusted within a deployment floor plan, and depending on the mode selected,
their battery life can be tracked over time. Administrators can cursor over a beacon on a site’s floor plan to
assess the beacon’s remaining battery life. This guide covers a variety of indoor, outdoor and USB type
beacons, mounting options, and operational instructions for each beacon type.
This guide supports the following product families, parts, and regulatory models:
PRODUCT FAMILY PART NAME REGULATORY MODEL
MB 1000 MPACT-T1B10-000-WR ALTS-T1B
MB 1000 MPACT-T1B20-000-WR ALTS-T1B
MB 1000 MPACT-MB1000-01-WR MPACT-INDR2
MB 1000 MPACT-SB1100-01-WR MPACT-INDR3
MB 1000 MPACT-MB1000-01-ACC Lanyard mounting plate
MB 1000 MPACT-MB1001-01-ACC Wrist mounting plate
MB 2000 MPACT-MB2000-01-WR MPACT-INDR1
MB 2000 MPACT-MB2001-01-WR MPACT-INDR1
MB 2000 MPACT-MB2001-01-KIT MPACT-INDR1
MB 2000 MPACT-MB2001-01-ACC MPACT-INDR1
MB 2000 MPACT-SB2000-01-WR MPACT-INDR1
SB 2100 MPACT-SB2100-01-WR MPACT-INDR1
MB 2000 MPACT-MB2002-01-ACC RF enhancement plate
MB 3000 MPACT-MB3000-01-WR MPACT-USB1
MB 4000 MPACT-MB4000-01-WR MPACT-OUTR1
MB 4000 MPACT-MB4001-01-WR MPACT-OUTR1
MB 5000 MPACT-MB5000-01-WR MPACT-HUBFXD
SB 5200 MPACT-SB5200-01-WR MPACT-HUBFXD
MB 6000 MPACT-MB6000-01-WR MPACT-BRDGM
MB 6000 MPACT-MB6000-CHRGR MPACT-CRDLE
MB 6000 MB6000-01-ACC Replacement clip
MB 6000 MB6000CABLE-US Power cable
MB 6000 MB6000CABLE-EU Power cable
MB 6000 MB6000CABLE-UK Power cable
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Icon Conventions
The following graphic icons are used throughout the documentation set; these icons and their associated
meanings are described below:
NOTE: The text here indicates information that is supplemental for the user to know and that is not
required to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: The text here indicates information that is important for the user to know.
Related Documents
• MPACT Hardware Installation Guide
• IOT Bridge CLI Document
• JSON Schema for Receiver Operations
• Wi-Fi Connectivity Settings
• Integration with Receivers
• Receiver Indicators, Actions, and Details
About This Document
• Hostname Support
• Beacon Toolbox User Guide
• Superbeacon Toolbox User Guide
These and other guides are available at: www.zebra.com/support
management.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Zebra Global Customer Support for your region.
Contact information is available at www.zebra.com/support
When contacting support, please have the following information available:
• Serial number of the unit
• Model number or product name
• Software/firmware type or version number
Zebra responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements.
If your problem cannot be solved by Zebra Customer Support, you may need to return your equipment for
servicing and will be given specific directions. Zebra is not responsible for any damages incurred during
shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void
the warranty.
or contact Zebra’s product line
Feedback
If you purchased your Zebra business product from a Zebra business partner, contact that business
partner for support.
If you have comments, questions, or suggestions about this guide, send an email to
EVM-techdocs@zebra.com
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Hardware Specifications and Installation
Bluetooth Low Energy beacons from Zebra can be used with Zebra Location Solutions (MotionWorks and
MPact) or other third-party solutions.
Lozier® Shelves
Beacon brackets for the MPACT-T1B20-000-WR and MPACT-T1B10-000-WR are used with the following
Lozier products:
• TL Shelf
• DL Shelf
• HL Shelf
• Standard Base Deck
MB1000 Beacon: MPACT-T1B20-000-WR
As a prerequisite, the following hardware items are required to mount the tie-wrap style beacon housing to
a pole or similar structure:
• Beacon (tie-wrap style housing) part number MPACT-T1B20-000-WR
• Plastic tie wraps for attaching each beacon housing to the shelf
Mounting and Installing
Tie-wrap beacon housings are designed to attach to vertical or horizontal poles or similar mounting
surfaces. As shown in Figure 1, there are openings on the back of the beacon housing allowing a tie wrap
through the openings and wrapped around a pole or similar structure.
Notice the up arrow located on the middle of the beacon housing, this arrow indicates the optimal
orientation for the beacon to function properly. Additionally, the smooth front of the beacon should face
outward toward the aisle.
Figure 1 shows a beacon with the mylar strip attached to the left-hand side of the housing.
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Hardware Specifications and Installation
Figure 1 Tie Wrap Style Beacon
NOTE: When installing numerous beacons, group beacons by category and activate them prior to
scanning the barcodes and associating them with positions in the Toolbox.
From the MPact Toolbox, select a site floor plan and an unassigned position for the beacon. Refer to the
MPact Location & Analytics Deployment Guide for information on how to install and deploy the beacon
from the Toolbox.
Mount the beacon to a pole or similar structure using the plastic tie wrap. Tie can be placed vertically or
horizontally but the arrow should still point up.
To activate a beacon part number MPACT-T1B20-000-WR, pull the mylar strip off the beacon housing.
IMPORTANT: After pulling off the last mylar strip, you have 20 seconds to associate the beacon in either
off-line or on-line mode using the Toolbox application.
MB1000 Beacon: MPACT-T1B10-000-WR
As a prerequisite, the following hardware items are required to mount beacon brackets to a Lozier style
shelf:
• Lozier Shelves
• Beacon part number MPACT-T1B10-000-WR
• Bracket mount (one of either):
• MPACT Metal Lozier Bracket: MPACT-A1O10-004-WR
• MPACT Plastic Lozier Bracket: MPACT-A1O10-001-WR
• Phillips screwdriver
Mounting and Installing
Figure 2 shows a universal style beacon. While there is no up arrow on this beacon’s housing, the beacon
should be oriented similar to the tie wrap style of beacon housing (see MB1000 Beacon:
MPACT-T1B20-000-WR on page 3).
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Notice the up arrow located on the middle of the beacon housing. This arrow indicates the optimal
orientation for the beacon to function properly. Additionally, the smooth front of the beacon should face
outward toward the aisle.
Figure 2 Universal Style Beacon
NOTE: When installing numerous beacons, group beacons by category and activate them prior to
scanning the barcodes and associating them with positions in the Toolbox.
From the MPact Toolbox, select a site floor plan and an unassigned position for the beacon. Refer to the
MPact Location & Analytics Deployment Guide for information on how to install and deploy the beacon
from the Toolbox.
There are two styles of bracket mounts:
• Universal Style Metal Bracket: MPACT-A1O10-004-WR
Figure 3 Universal Style Metal Bracket
• Universal Style Plastic Bracket: MPACT-A1O10-001-WR
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Figure 4 Universal Style Plastic Bracket
To mount the universal style beacon to Lozier shelves:
1. Place the universal beacon shelf-bracket on the shelf:
• Metal brackets: Fit in place and tighten onto the shelving unit using a Phillips screwdriver.
• Plastic brackets: Fit in place and snap onto the shelving unit.
2. Fit the beacon’s universal style housing into the bracket (mylar strip pointing up) and turn the beacon
housing clockwise 90 degrees.
The barcode label should face up toward the ceiling and the smooth front of the beacon should face out
toward the aisle.
Activate one or MPACT-T1B10-000-WR model beacons by pulling the mylar strip off the beacon housing.
IMPORTANT: After pulling off the last mylar strip, you have 20 seconds to associate the beacon in either
off-line or on-line mode using the Toolbox application.
Battery Replacement
When a the battery life is less than 20%, the beacon should be prioritized for immediate replacement.
This section includes procedures for replacing batteries for the following part numbers:
• MPACT-T1B20-000-WR
• MPACT-T1B10-000-WR
Replacing MB1000 Battery
The battery is located within a tray in the beacon housing.
1. Remove the beacon from the shelving unit.
2. With the bottom of the beacon facing up, gently lift each corner of the beacon’s battery tray.
Figure 5 shows the beacon battery housing for part number MPACT-T1B20-000-WR,
MPACT-T1B10-000-WR, and MPACT-T1B10-000-WR. In this example, the battery tray is on the right
and the corners of the battery tray are marked in red. When gently lifting each tray corner, slightly push
the each corner out to dislodge corners of the tray.
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