Art ARTtrack User manual

Version 3.2.0
May 2023
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Edition May 2023
The following new features are available:
•Support of up to 80 cameras
Edition June 2022
The following new features are available:
•Simplified camera licensing for Cascaded Systems
Edition October 2021
The following products have been added:
•SMARTTRACK3/M
The following new features are available:
•Approx 30% increased tracking range for ARTTRACK6/M
Edition May 2021
The following products have been added:
•ARTTRACK6/M for Active Markers
•Flystick2+
Edition January 2021
The following products have been added:
•ARTTRACK6/M Installation
Edition May 2020
The following products have been added:
•ART Controller/M Installation
Edition October 2019
The following products have been added:
•SMARTTRACK3 Installation including Cascaded System capability

Contents
Termsanddefinitions ................................. 9
1 Safety 12
1.1 Symbols and their meaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2 Warnings ..................................... 12
1.2.1 Installation ................................ 12
1.2.2 Mounting ................................. 13
1.2.3 Operation................................. 14
1.2.4 Maintenance ............................... 15
1.2.5 Disposal & Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2 General Information 17
2.1 Cleaning of the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 Maintenance and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.3 Disposal and recycling of equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.4 Disposal and recycling of batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.5 Warranty ..................................... 20
2.6 Liability ...................................... 20
3 Introduction to tracking 22
4 Hardware Components 25
4.1 Cameras ..................................... 25
4.1.1 ARTTRACK6/M ............................. 25
4.1.1.1 ARTTRACK6/M for Active Markers ............ 26
4.1.2 ARTTRACK5 .............................. 26
4.1.3 ARTTRACK5/C ............................. 27
4.1.4 TRACKPACK/E ............................. 28
4.2 Controller ..................................... 28
4.2.1 ART Controller ............................. 28
4.2.2 ART Controller/M ............................ 29
4.2.3 Compatibility ............................... 31
4.3 Integratedsystems................................ 31
4.3.1 SMARTTRACK3 &SMARTTRACK3/M ................ 31
4.4 Otherequipment ................................. 33
4.4.1 PoE+ switch for larger systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4.4.2 RadioTransceiver2/3 .......................... 34
4.5 Discontinuedhardware.............................. 35
4.5.1 ARTTRACK2 .............................. 35
4.5.2 ARTTRACK3 .............................. 35
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4.5.3 TRACKPACK .............................. 36
4.5.4 TRACKPACK/C ............................. 37
4.5.5 SMARTTRACK2 ............................ 38
5 System setup 40
5.1 Settingupthecameras ............................. 40
5.1.1 Camera orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.1.2 Localizing and removing of disturbing reflections . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.1.3 Mutualblinding.............................. 41
5.1.3.1 Assigning syncgroups (available for ART Cameras and SMART-
TRACK3 &SMARTTRACK3/M cascades only) . . . . . . 42
5.1.4 Static reflex suppression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1.5 Room Calibration - Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1.5.1 Room calibration - integrated systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1.5.2 Room calibration - multi-camera setups . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.1.5.3 Room calibration hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.1.5.4 Room calibration process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.1.6 Mounting the cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.1.6.1 General requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.1.6.2 Tripod mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.1.6.3 Wall mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
5.1.6.4 Mounting the ARTTRACK6/M ................ 48
5.1.6.5 Mounting the ARTTRACK5 ................. 49
5.1.6.6 Mounting the ARTTRACK5/C ................ 49
5.1.6.7 Mounting the TRACKPACK/E ................ 51
5.1.6.8 Mounting the SMARTTRACK3 &SMARTTRACK3/M . . . 51
5.1.7 Installation of cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
5.2 Installation of the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.2.1 Installation of the ART Controller ................... 52
5.2.2 Ports & Plugs on the ART Controller ................. 53
5.2.3 Installation of the ART Controller/M .................. 55
5.2.4 Ports & Plugs on the ART Controller/M ................ 56
5.2.5 Connecting cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
5.2.5.1 Connection of ARTTRACK6/M ,ARTTRACK5 ,ARTTRACK5/C or
TRACKPACK/E cameras................... 58
5.2.5.2 Connection of ARTTRACK1 ,ARTTRACK2 or ARTTRACK3 cam-
eras (backwards compatible systems) . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.2.6 Dynamically adding / removing of cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.3 Installation of the SMARTTRACK3 &SMARTTRACK3/M .......... 60
5.3.1 Ports & Plugs on the SMARTTRACK3 ................ 60
5.3.2 Connecting & starting the SMARTTRACK3 .............. 62
5.4 Connection to local network LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.4.1 Connection to LAN using DHCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.4.2 Connection to LAN using a static IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
5.5 Synchronization ................................. 65
5.5.1 Synchronization Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

5.5.2 Synchronization Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5.6 Cascadedsystems................................ 66
5.6.1 Connecting a cascade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
5.6.1.1 Connecting cascaded controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
5.6.1.2 Starting the cascades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
5.7 Markers and targets (rigid bodies) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
5.7.1 Passivemarkers ............................. 75
5.7.2 Activemarkers .............................. 76
5.7.3 Standardtargets............................. 79
5.8 Interactiondevices................................ 83
5.8.1 Flystick2+................................. 83
5.8.1.1 Control elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
5.8.1.2 Dataoutput........................... 85
5.8.1.3 Feedback control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
5.8.1.4 Batteries ............................ 85
5.8.1.5 Charging jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.8.1.6 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
5.8.1.7 Radiomodule ......................... 87
5.8.2 Flystick2.................................. 88
5.8.2.1 Control elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
5.8.2.2 Dataoutput........................... 90
5.8.2.3 Batterypack .......................... 90
5.8.2.4 Charging jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
5.8.2.5 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
5.8.2.6 Radiomodule ......................... 92
5.8.3 FINGERTRACKING2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
5.8.3.1 FINGERTRACKING2 and FINGERTRACKING2 Tactile Hand
Targets ............................. 93
5.8.3.2 Finger thimble sets FINGERTRACKING2 ......... 96
5.8.3.3 Wireless synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
5.8.3.4 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
5.8.3.5 Dataoutput........................... 98
5.8.3.6 Tactile control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
5.8.4 MeasurementTool............................ 98
5.8.4.1 Dataoutput........................... 99
5.9 Discontinued hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
5.9.1 Mounting the cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
5.9.1.1 Mounting the ARTTRACK2 and ARTTRACK3 (discontin-
ued)...............................100
5.9.1.2 Mounting the TRACKPACK (discontinued) . . . . . . . . . 100
5.9.1.3 Mounting the TRACKPACK/C (discontinued) . . . . . . . . 100
5.9.1.4 Mounting the SMARTTRACK2 (discontinued) . . . . . . . 100
5.9.2 Installation of the ARTTRACK Controller (discontinued) . . . . . . . 101
5.9.3 Installation of the TRACKPACK Controller (discontinued) . . . . . . 103
5.9.4 Installation of the SMARTTRACK2 (discontinued) . . . . . . . . . . 104

5.9.5 Flystick3 (discontinued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
5.9.5.1 Control elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
5.9.5.2 Dataoutput...........................108
5.9.5.3 Batterypack ..........................108
5.9.5.4 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
5.9.5.5 Radio module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
5.9.5.6 Wireless synchronization (active Flystick3 discontinued) . 110
5.9.6 Fingertracking (discontinued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
5.9.6.1 Fingertracking Hand Targets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
5.9.6.2 Finger thimble sets Fingertracking .............115
5.9.6.3 Wireless synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
5.9.6.4 Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
5.9.6.5 Dataoutput...........................116
6 Frequently asked questions (FAQ) 117
6.1 Cameras .....................................117
6.2 Synchronization .................................119
A Technical specifications 126
A.1 Cameras .....................................126
A.1.1 ARTTRACK6/M and ARTTRACK6/M for Active Markers . . . . . 126
A.1.2 ARTTRACK5 ..............................127
A.1.3 ARTTRACK5/C .............................128
A.1.4 TRACKPACK/E .............................129
A.2 Controller .....................................130
A.2.1 ART Controller .............................130
A.2.2 ART Controller/M ............................131
A.3 IntegratedSystems................................132
A.3.1 SMARTTRACK3 &SMARTTRACK3/M ................132
A.4 Flystick2 &Flystick2+ .............................134
A.5 Fingertracking ..................................135
A.5.1 FINGERTRACKING2 ..........................135
A.5.2 FINGERTRACKING2 Tactile ......................136
A.6 Discontinued products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
A.6.1 ARTTRACK cameras ..........................136
A.6.2 TRACKPACK cameras .........................138
A.6.3 SMARTTRACK2 ............................139
A.6.4 Flystick3 .................................140
A.6.5 Fingertracking .............................141
A.7 Overallsystem ..................................141
A.8 Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
A.9 Declaration of conformity (discontinued products) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
List of Figures 182
List of Tables 184
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Chapter 0
Index 185
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Terms and definitions
term definition
3DOF three degrees of freedom (i.e. only position)
6DOF six degrees of freedom (i.e. position and orientation)
5DOF five degrees of freedom (i.e. one degree less in orientation)
base imaginary connecting line between two cameras (e.g. the two
integrated cameras inside the SMARTTRACK2/3/M )
ART Controller controller for rackmounting, calculates tracking data and gener-
ates the data output stream (compatible to ARTTRACK2 ,ART-
TRACK3 ,ARTTRACK5 ,ARTTRACK5/C ,ARTTRACK6/M ,
TRACKPACK/E )
ART Controller/M compact size controller, calculates tracking data and generates
the data output stream (compatible to ARTTRACK2 ,ART-
TRACK3 ,ARTTRACK5 ,ARTTRACK5/C ,ARTTRACK6/M ,
TRACKPACK/E )
ARTTRACK Controller (discontin-
ued)
calculates tracking data and generates the data output stream
(compatible to ARTTRACK1 ,ARTTRACK2 ,ARTTRACK3 )
ARTTRACK2 (discontinued) infrared camera
ARTTRACK3 (discontinued) infrared camera
ARTTRACK5 infrared camera
ARTTRACK5/C infrared camera dedicated for multi-sided projections
ARTTRACK6/M infrared camera dedicated for compact environments or multi-
sided projections
ARTTRACK6/M for Active Markers flashless camera dedicated for use with active targets in com-
pact environments or multi-sided projections
body calibration teach the system the geometry of a rigid body
body, rigid body rigid arrangement of multiple markers intended for 6DOF track-
ing (see also "target")
calibration angle belongs to the room calibration set and defines origin and orien-
tation of the room coordinate system
ceiling suspension equipment to mount an infrared camera or SMART-
TRACK2/3/M to the ceiling
DTRACK3
backend software software running on the ART Controller ,ART Controller/M or
SMARTTRACK2/3/M doing all necessary calculations
frontend software graphical user interface running on customer’s computer to
control the ART Controller ,ART Controller/M or SMART-
TRACK2/3/M
Field of View (FoV) is the area of interest captured on the camera’s image
finger thimble a fixture for the finger tip to hold the active marker(s) (not avail-
able for SMARTTRACK2/3/M )
Fingertracking (discontinued) tracks the orientation of the hand and the position of the fingers
(not available for SMARTTRACK2/3/M )
FINGERTRACKING2 tracks the orientation of the hand and the position of the fingers
(not available for SMARTTRACK2/3/M )
FINGERTRACKING2 Tactile tracks the orientation of the hand and the position of the fingers
and provides Tactile Feedback
Flystick2/2+/3 wireless interaction device for virtual reality (VR) applications
Flystick feedback vibrational or acoustic signal that can be triggered in a capable
Flystick
hand geometry describes the dimensions of your hand and fingers (not available
for SMARTTRACK2/3/M )
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term definition
hybrid tracking sensor fusion of optical and inertial data into one consolidated
output
inertial sensor an inertial measurement unit simultaneously measures 9 phys-
ical properties, i.e. angular rates, linear accelerations (unused)
and magnetic field components (unused) along all 3 axes. This
is achieved using solid state gyroscopes for measurement of roll,
pitch and yaw and optical tracking for drift correction.
infrared optical tracking position measurement of bodies (subjects or objects) based
upon infrared light and optical measurement procedures
license code (license key) software key to unlock certain capabilities of the tracking system
or SMARTTRACK2/3/M
marker object either made of retro reflective material or LED for position
tracking (3DOF)
Measurement Tool a pointing device which allows to measure the position of the
tool’s tip with high accuracy
measurement volume defines the volume where optical tracking is possible
modulated flash infrared signal which is used for wireless synchronization
motion capture track movements of a human body
mutual blinding at least one camera (also from SMARTTRACK2/3/M ) sees dis-
turbing reflections caused by the infrared flashes of another cam-
era (or SMARTTRACK3 )
prediction predicts output for the specified time in the future to compensate
tracking and rendering latency
Radio Transceiver exchange data with Flystick2/2+/3 (integrated in SMART-
TRACK2 )
RadioTransceiver2/3 uses USB port to exchange data with Flystick2/2+/3 or FIN-
GERTRACKING2 Tactile
room calibration teach the system the position of each camera and define origin
and orientation of the room coordinate system
room calibration set consists of angle tool and wand
SMARTTRACK3 fully integrated stand-alone infrared optical tracking system with
two cameras and integrated controller, calculates tracking data
and generates the data output stream
SMARTTRACK3/M compact version of SMARTTRACK3
syncgroup cameras being in one syncgroup receive the sync signal at the
same time. Syncgroups are distinguished by a short time delay
between their sync signals in order to avoid mutual blinding. (not
available for SMARTTRACK2 )
Synccard unit integrated in SMARTTRACK2/3/M which serves for syn-
chronizing the cameras
Synccard2 board integrated in the ARTTRACK Controller (discontinued)
which serves for synchronizing the cameras
Synccard3 board integrated in the ART Controller or ART Con-
troller/M which serves for synchronizing the cameras
SynccardTP board integrated in the TRACKPACK Controller (discontinued)
which serves for synchronizing the cameras
Tactile Feedback system for finger-based interactions in immersive virtual reality
applications (wires touch the inside of the finger tips and provide
an impression when they are shortened)
target rigid arrangement of multiple markers intended for 6DOF track-
ing (see also "rigid body")
tracking position measurement of bodies that move in a defined space
TRACKPACK (discontinued) infrared camera
TRACKPACK/C (discontinued) infrared camera dedicated for multi-sided projections
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term definition
TRACKPACK/E infrared camera
TRACKPACK Controller (discontin-
ued)
calculates tracking data and generates the data output stream
(compatible to TRACKPACK and TRACKPACK/C )
virtual point cloud used for calculating the relative position of cameras or SMART-
TRACK2/3/M that cover the measurement volume
wand precalibrated stick carrying two markers. The wand belongs to
the room calibration set and is used to generate a virtual point
cloud and to scale the measurement volume
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1 Safety
1.1 Symbols and their meaning
You can find the following symbols and signs on the equipment or in the manual:
iUseful and important notes.
ZImportant notes, which may lead to system malfunction or to the
loss of warranty by non-observance.
Important safety warning to assure user’s and operational safety.
These warnings have to be observed, otherwise there is a po-
tential risk for health and safety and damaging of the equipment
resulting in loss of warranty and liability.
Safety warning for infrared radiation.
These warnings have to be observed, otherwise the user’s eyes
and sight are exposed to a potential hazard.
Table 1.1: Symbols and their meaning
1.2 Warnings
All warnings in this manual have to be observed for safe operation of
the equipment.
ART explicitly denies any warranty and liability if the product is not
operated according to this manual or any other authorised documen-
tation (e.g. quick-guides) or not according to the specifications of the
equipment.
1.2.1 Installation
The housing may NOT be damaged.
Do not install or use any equipment when it shows signs of damage
(e.g. smoke, sparks, fire, smells, etc) or if parts of it show damaging.
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Do not install or use any equipment when the power cord is damaged.
Insert batteries in the indicated polarity !
Some equipment employs connectors of proprietary design. Do not try
to connect these to any other computer ports (e.g. COM port or LAN)
!!!
Verify that voltage and frequency of your electrical grid comply with the
appliance ratings of the equipment. The rating plates are found on the
equipment’s housing. (ARTTRACK1 on the lower side of the housing;
ARTTRACK2 /ARTTRACK3 and SMARTTRACK2/3/M on external power
supply, all controllers on the rear side of the housing).
The equipment may only be powered from power sockets connected
to earth/ground. If the grounding wire is defective the requirement
of the safety and the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) cannot be
guaranteed. To check the function of the grounding wire ask your local
electrician.
The power switch on the equipment does not separate the device from
mains. The equipment must be disconnected from mains.
1.2.2 Mounting
ZDo not touch the front pane of the cameras. The acrylic pane and the
lens have highly sensitive surfaces. Be careful to avoid permanent
damages (e.g. scratches). Grab the cameras only on the housing.
ZShock and severe vibrations can permanently damage the internal cal-
ibration of the cameras. De-calibrated cameras have to be sent in for
maintenance.
ZThe power cord and plug should be accessible freely. The power
socket should be close to the equipment.
ZInstall the cables that the line of sight of the cameras or SMART-
TRACK2/3/M is not obstructed.
Do not drop the equipment.
Be sure that the cameras are firmly mounted using strong wall plugs
/ anchors and screws when mounting to walls or ceilings. Loosely
mounted cameras may pose a serious hazard to health and safety.
Never unfasten screws that are not designed for mounting. All liability
and warranty is void.
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1.2 Warnings
Use only accessories for mounting (screws, ceiling suspension) sup-
plied by ART .
The ventilation holes of the equipment (particularly of SMART-
TRACK2 ,ARTTRACK2 ,ART Controller and ART Controller/M ) must
not be covered. Ensure unblocked airflow at all times. The minimum
distance between equipment and surrounding objects has to be larger
than 3 cm.
Install a strain relief to all cables to avoid damage to the equipment.
Install the cables trip-proof (e.g. cable ducts or fixings). Inappropriate
cabling may pose a serious hazard to health and safety.
1.2.3 Operation
Unplug the equipment from mains immediately in any case of damage
! Please contact ART service
Removable batteries must be removed before shipping equipment.
Batteries should be removed when equipment is not used for a longer
period of time - Risk of damage !
Do not use non-rechargable batteries in rechargable equipment (e.g.
Flystick2 ) - Risk of explosion !
Do not crush or puncture batteries and avoid impact that might result
in damage, leakage or short-circuiting.
Use only original components and accessories from ART or authorized
by ART . Using unauthorized components or accessories may damage
the equipment, may cause malfunctioning and may compromise oper-
ational safety.
In case connectivity is provided using third party equipment please
ensure compliance to all applicable standards regarding connectivity
and power supply (see chapter A on page 126). Non-compliance may
result in loss of conformity ! All warranty and liability is void.
Only peripheral devices which meet the safety requirements of UL
60950-1 (U.S. only) and EN / UL / IEC 62368-1 (EU, U.S., etc.) for SELV
may be attached on Ethernet-, BNC- and the DC-circuit of the equip-
ment.
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Do not expose the equipment to high levels of humidity or condensing
environments.
The equipment must not be operated in environments with intensive
formation of dust.
The equipment must not be operated in environments with elevated
temperatures above 40◦C (100◦F).
Do not use the equipment outdoors (i.e. outside of buildings or poten-
tially moist / wet locations) !
Do not spill fluids over the equipment!
Do not insert objects into the equipment (e.g. ventilation openings) !
Do not change or modify the equipment in any way (e.g. mechanically,
electrically). Non-compliance may result in loss of conformity ! All
warranty and liability is void.
The cameras and SMARTTRACK2/3/M emit infrared light. Keep a
distance of min. 20 cm when operating near cameras or SMART-
TRACK2/3/M . All cameras and SMARTTRACK2/3/M are assigned to the
Exempt Group according to IEC62471-1 and therefore pose no risk or
hazard to the human eye or skin at this distance.
1.2.4 Maintenance
ZOnly the housing of the cameras may be cleaned. Before cleaning shut
down the system and disconnect the power cords.
Do not use any solvents, water or chemicals to clean the cameras!
Do not try to repair anything by yourself!
Danger High Voltage inside the equipment ! Do not open the equipment
! Risk of electric shock - even if the equipment is disconnected. Please
contact ART service.
All warranty and liability is void when the equipment is opened.
In order to replace mains fuses (e.g. ART Controller ) always unplug
the power cord first. Risk of electric shock !
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1.2 Warnings
Risk of explosion if removable batteries are replaced by an incorrect
type!
1.2.5 Disposal & Recycling
Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) should never be
disposed of along with household waste.
Batteries should never be disposed of along with household waste.
Batteries or rechargeable batteries that are not permanently installed
must be removed beforehand and disposed of separately.
To prevent fires due to short-circuits, tape battery terminals and/or
place lithium-ion batteries in separate plastic bags.
Do not crush or puncture used batteries and avoid impact that might
result in damage, leakage or short-circuiting.
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2.1 Cleaning of the equipment
iUse a dry, lint-free and antistatic cloth or tissue (e.g. lens-cleaning
tissue for optical equipment).
ZOnly the housing of the cameras may be cleaned. Before cleaning shut
down the system and disconnect the power cords.
Do not use any solvents, water or chemicals to clean the cameras!
2.2 Maintenance and service
Routine maintenance of the equipment is recommended every three years. If you experi-
ence any problems please do not hesitate to contact our support.
Do not try to repair anything by yourself!
Danger High Voltage inside the equipment ! Do not open the equipment
! Risk of electric shock - even if the equipment is disconnected. Please
contact ART service.
All warranty and liability is void when the equipment is opened.
2.3 Disposal and recycling of equipment
Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) may contain a complex mixture of
materials and hazardous substances. If not managed properly and thus exposed, these
can cause serious damage to the environment, wildlife, and human health. In addition,
modern electronics contain rare and expensive resources, which can be recycled and
re-used to contribute to the circular economy. By ensuring that you dispose of WEEE
properly, you are helping to improve sustainable production and consumption, to increase
resource efficiency and to preserve our natural resources and protect human health.
The symbol (crossed-out wheelie bin symbol according to Waste Electronic and Electrical
Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU, see figure 2.1 (a) or (b) on page 18) indicates
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2.3 Disposal and recycling of equipment
that the product should not be discarded as unsorted municipal waste but must be sent
to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
(a) equipment placed on
the market prior to 2005
(b) equipment placed on
the market after 2005
Figure 2.1: WEEE label
When your delivery address is outside of Germany, dispose of WEEE at your local waste
facilities or recycling centers available by public waste management authorities only. Please
consider that local regulations on the disposal of and recycling of electronic and electrical
equipment may apply. Contact your local authority directly for more information.
For deliveries inside Germany only:
•End-users of WEEE are obliged to return the equipment or have it collected within
the framework set up by ART .
•You are responsible for deleting personal or confidential data from the equipment to
be disposed of. You can do this by resetting the device to its factory settings. Please
refer to DTRACK3 User’s Guide →Connecting to the controller →Configuring your
controller’s network address without network access for more details. ART is not
liable for any data on your device. Before resetting your device, you should always
back up any sensitive data.
•For further details regarding the WEEE directive, including how ART ensures the
safe disposal of your electrical and electronic equipment, please refer to our website
at https://ar-tracking.com/de/art-geraete-ruecknahmekonzept
Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) should never be
disposed of along with household waste.
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2.4 Disposal and recycling of batteries
Batteries are made from important resources, including lead, cadmium, zinc, lithium and
mercury. Many of the components of these batteries and rechargeable batteries could be
recycled, avoiding the exposure of hazardous substances to the environment. In addition,
by recycling your used batteries using the collection and recycling schemes available you
are contributing to protecting Earth’s natural resources by providing valuable materials to
products and production processes.
The symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin symbol according to Battery Directive 2006/66/EC,
see figure 2.1 (b) on page 18) indicates that you are legally obliged to dispose of batteries
or rechargeable batteries separately from unsorted municipal waste, i.e. that they must
be disposed of separately from household waste. If batteries or rechargeable batteries
contain Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd) or Lead (Pb), they are marked with the chemical
symbols of the metals (Hg, Cd, Pb) for which the limit value is exceeded.
•Pb = battery contains more than 0.004 mass percent Lead
•Cd = battery contains more than 0.002 mass percent Cadmium
•Hg = battery contains more than 0.0005 mass percent Mercury
When your delivery address is outside of Germany, dispose of used batteries at dedicated
battery collection points or recycling centers available by public waste management au-
thorities only. Please consider that local regulations on the disposal of and recycling of
batteries may apply. Contact your local authority directly for more information.
For deliveries inside Germany only:
•End-users of batteries are obliged to recycle used batteries via dedicated battery
collection points or recycling centers set up by public waste management authorities
or via retailers directly. Addresses of suitable collection points and recycling facilities
in your area can be obtained from your city or by contacting your local authorities.
•For further details regarding the Battery Directive, please refer to our website at
https://ar-tracking.com/de/art-geraete-ruecknahmekonzept
Batteries should never be disposed of along with household waste.
Batteries or rechargeable batteries that are not permanently installed
must be removed beforehand and disposed of separately.
To prevent fires due to short-circuits, tape battery terminals and/or
place lithium-ion batteries in separate plastic bags.
Do not crush or puncture used batteries and avoid impact that might
result in damage, leakage or short-circuiting.
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