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Model TFF-5100
WhereNet RTLS Badge Tag
User Guide
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CAUTION
NOTE
WARNING
Typographical Conventions
Warnings call attention to a procedure or practice that
could result in personal injury if not correctly performed.
Do not proceed until you fully understand and meet the
required conditions.
Cautions call attention to an operation procedure or
practice that could damage the product if not correctly
performed. Do not proceed until understanding and
meeting these required conditions.
Notes provide information that can be helpful in
understanding the operation of the product.
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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
The following regulatory agency information is for Model TFF-5100.
RF Notice
Any changes or modifications to Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZTC) equipment not
expressly approved by ZTC could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference
(2) This device must accept any interference which may cause undesired operation.
FCC ID: XWX-TFF5100
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for both Class A
and Class B devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules & Regulations.
Canadian DOC Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IC: 8701A-TFF5100
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FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. End user must follow the specific operating instructions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2) l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in
IC RSS-102 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and
procedures specified in IEEE 1528.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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EU Compliance Information
This Class I radio is approved for use in the following countries
NOTE There are no restrictions for use for this device in countries indicated in the table.
Statement of Compliance for Wireless Devices, Zebra hereby declares that
this radio equipment is in compliance with Directives, 2014/53/EU and
2011/65/EU.
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WARNING
WARNING
GENERAL CAUTIONS
Prior to installation, carefully inspect the tag, looking for cracking,
puncture or any other breach of the plastic case. Damaged tags must not
be used. Properly dispose of any damaged tag.
Never dispose of the tag in a fire.
Deactivate the tag when not in use. It is mandatory to deactivate the tag
prior to shipment by airplanes.
Always verify the level of battery voltage prior to use.
Follow limitations of use as set forth by any applicable regulatory bodies
Do not attempt to open the tag and modify the battery due to fire,
explosion and severe burn hazard. Do not recharge, short circuit, crush,
dissemble, heat above 100o C (212o F), incinerate, or expose contents of
the battery to water.
Do not dispose the tag or its lithium batteries in unsorted municipal
waste. In most countries, recycling programs are available through non-
profit organization, mandated by local government or organized on a
voluntary basis. Contact your local government for disposal practices in
your area. ZTC offers recycling programs in certain geographic areas. To
determine if a program is available for this product in your area, please
refer to our web site at: http://www.zebra.com/environment.
When not in use, the tag should be stored in dry and cool conditions at a
temperature preferably not exceeding +30o C (+86o F).
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Revision
Change
Change Description
Date
Initials A
Final Release
3/12/18
ET
DOCUMENT REVISION HISTORY
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 System Overview
The ZTI Real Time Locating System (RTLS) determines the position of tagged assets in both
indoor and outdoor facilities such as factories and freight yards. The system locates tagged
assets by a process involving redundant triangulation. Each tag autonomously emits a 2.4 GHz
direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) radio signal at a predetermined blink rate. Each tag’s
blink rate is randomized around its predetermined value to minimize the number of collisions
between transmissions made by different tags. The signal emitted by the tag is received by a
minimum of four Location Antennas. A typical transmission contains a preamble which is used to
synchronize the receiver, the tag’s serial number which identifies the tag, a status word which
monitors various tag functions, data stored in the tag’s memory and finally a Cyclic Redundancy
Check (CRC) used to assure that the tag’s message is correct as received.
The principal components of the ZTI RTLS are shown in Figure 1 …
Figure 1 – ZTI Real Time Locating System Block Diagram
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1.2 WhereTag IV Device
The WhereTag IV is a key component of the ZTI Real Time Locating System (RTLS). It is a small
device that can be attached to assets of many kinds, such as forklifts, containers, unit load
devices hospital and test equipment as well as trailers and container chassis's. It is used to
manage those assets by allowing them to be identified and located by the system.
The WhereTag IV "blinks" a radio frequency (RF) transmission at a pre-programmed rate ranging
from 1 second to 5 days between blinks. The ZTI RTLS infrastructure receives these blinks and
use sophisticated Differential Time of Arrival, (DTOA), algorithms to determine the location of
the tag. Accuracy of this determined location can be as low as 2 meters and is nominally within 3
meters in most installations.
The WhereTag IV complies with the ISO 24730-2 RTLS standard. It operates in the globally
accepted 2.4GHz frequency band and transmits spread spectrum signals in accordance with the
standard. The use of direct sequence spread spectrum technology provides extremely long
range; in excess of 1,000 meters locate range outdoors, and 120 meters locate range indoors.
The combination of low average power consumption and good engineering allow the WhereTag
IV to operate for long periods of time without any maintenance. Battery life can be a long as 6
years depending upon blink rate and temperature.
A magnetic receiver is also built into the WhereTag IV. The tag can receive low frequency
magnetic signals from an exciter called a WherePort. The WherePort transmissions can be read
at distances ranging from 1 to 8 meters (depending on WherePort power setting).
Each WhereTag IV has a unique identification number that is transmitted via radio during each
blink. When its battery is running low, the tag alerts the ZTI RTLS infrastructure so that the tag
can be proactively replaced. WhereTag IVs are configured with the ZTI WhereWand.
The WhereTag unique ID number is also printed as a Code 128 on the bar code labels affixed to
the tag’s case. The bar code enables seamless integration with existing inventory systems and
delivers a cost effective total resource visibility solution that extends beyond the range of the
ZTI RTLS.
Designed to operate in a wide range of applications, the WhereTag IV is fully sealed and will
function in both indoor and outdoor environments. The tag's case is also resistant to oils,
solvents and hydraulic fluids.
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1.3 WhereLAN™ Location Sensor (LOS)
The Location Sensor receives the tag transmissions and forwards the information to the ZTI
Visibility Server Software which performs locations calculations, database functions and systems
management. The Location Sensors communicate with each other and the Visibility Server
Software via standard wired Ethernet cables or an 802.11b-compliant wireless LAN. Utilizing
sophisticated digital signal processing technology, the Location Sensors are able to track large
populations of WhereTags simultaneously. They can be installed in a grid configuration to
provide ubiquitous coverage over large areas comprised of many cells.
1.4 WherePort
WherePorts are proximity communication devices that continuously transmit 125kHz FSK
magnetic messages. When the WhereTag enters the magnetic field of a WherePort device, it will
transmit a configurable number of blinks that include the identification number of the
WherePort.
WherePorts can also be used to trigger a WhereTag to transmit an alternate "blink" pattern.
When a WhereTag passes though the WherePort's field, the tag can initiate a pre-programmed
and (typically) faster blink rate to allow more location points as a tagged asset passes through a
critical threshold, such as a shipping/receiving dock door or from one zone to another.
1.5 WhereWand
The WhereWand is capable of two-way wireless communication with WhereTag devices. The
WhereWand is also capable of wired communication with WherePort devices. The third
capability of the WhereWand is wireless communications with the WhereLAN. The WhereWand
communicates with WhereTag devices by sending magnetic FSK data to the tag and receiving
on-off keyed / frequency shift keyed (OOK/FSK) RF data from the tag. Communication with the
WhereTag allows the user to set tag configuration parameters such as DSSS blink intervals and
tag responses to such stimuli as WherePorts and/or switch/telemetry inputs. It also allows the
user to read back configuration and other data from the tag.
1.6 Visibility Server Software (VSS)
ZTI Visibility Server Software (VSS) is an integrated software package that provides all the tools
required to effectively manage assets and resources as well as the ZTI Real-Time Locating
System (RTLS). Visibility provides all core software components to allow efficient resource
management. Key among those software components is WhereSoft Locate, which is a
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distributed Windows® Service. When WhereSoft Locate is combined with VSS and any of the
many applications available from ZTI, it is possible to locate assets, know their status, and react
to any number of user configurable alert conditions. Visibility also provides the tools required to
control and monitor the Real-Time Location System (RTLS). It includes configuration tools,
diagnostics, system alerts, an interface manager and installation tools.
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2 TAG INSTALLATION AND ACTIVATION
Tags are shipped with all radio emitters deactivated. Prior to installing a tag on an item to be
tracked, the tag must be activated. This is done using the ZTI WhereWand. The WhereWand is
used to configure and activate the tag, and to confirm that the tag is properly configured and
operational. The detailed procedure for tag activation is covered in the WhereWand User’s
Manual.
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3 TAG MOUNTING OPTIONS
3.1 Introduction
The WhereTag IV device has a variety of ways to be mounted depending on the user’s needs.
The following mounting methods can be used:
Lanyard
Belt Clip
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4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 WhereNet RTLS Badge Tag (Model TFF-5100)
C A P A B I L I T I E S
Frequency Range............................................. 2.4 to 2.483 GHz
Typical Read Range, Indoors ........................... 200 m (650 ft)
Typical Read Range, Outdoors ........................ 1,750 m (5700 ft)
User Configurable BLE Scan Blink Rate .......... 5sec to 240sec
WherePort Range ............................................ 8 m (24 ft) (With WherePort set for maximum
power and optimum orientation)
E L E C T R I C A L
Power ......................................... 3.0V Lithium Coin Cell Battery (the battery is not replaceable)
Typical Battery Life ..................... 1.0 year (dependent on blink rate, mode of operation, and
operating temperature)
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E N V I R O N M E N T A L / P H Y S I C A L
Operating Temperature Range ....................... -20º C to +50º C (-4º F to +122º F)
Storage Temperature Range ........................... -30º C to +30º C (-22º F to +86º F) 1
Durability ......................................................... 1.5 m (5 ft) Drop to Vinyl
Height .............................................................. 75.5 mm (2.97 in)
Length ............................................................. 94.0 mm (3.70 in)
Width .............................................................. 14.8 mm (0.58 in)
Weight ............................................................. 70 g (2.5 oz)
Environmental Sealing .................................... IP54 (dust protected, water splashed)
Case Material .................................................. Molded Plastic (polyester)
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Storage of WhereTag at extreme temperatures (above 30 º C) will have a detrimental effect on
battery life
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R E G U L A T O R Y A P P R O V A L S
North America
FCC Part 15 Class B, Part 15.247
Industry Canada ICES-003, RSS-210, RSS-GEN
Europe
CE, RED, 2014/53/EU: EN 300328, EN 301489-1/-17, EN 60950-1
EN 300 440
EN 300 330
Worldwide
ISO/IEC 24730-2
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5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Z E B R A . C O M L I N K S
Zebra Technologies (https://www.zebra.com/us/en.html)
Zebra Location Solutions (https://www.zebra.com/us/en/solutions/location-solutions.html)
Zebra Customer Support (https://www.zebra.com/us/en/forms/support-center-login.html)
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