Browan TBOL100 User manual

Object Locator
Reference Manual
TBOL100-915
TBOL100-868
Model Name: TBOL100
DOC ver.: BQW_02_0003.001

Table of Contents
1. Description 1
2. Specifications 3
2.1 Mechanical 3
2.1.1 Sensor 3
2.2 Environmental 3
2.3 Radio 3
2.4 Certifications and Conformity 3
2.5 Power 3
2.6 User Interface 3
2.7 Additional Features 3
3. Operation 4
3.1 Transport Mode 4
3.2 Default Mode 4
3.3 Charging Indication 4
4. Messages 4
4.1 Status 5
4.1.1 Triggers 5
4.1.2 Payload 5
5. Label format information 6
5.1 Back label 6
5.2 QR code label 7
5.2.1 All QR code 7
5.2.2 JoinEUI 7
5.2.3 DevEUI 7
5.1.4 SKU number 7
5.1.5 Factory check code 7
5.1.6 Model Name 7
6. Important Product & Safety Instructions 8
7. Warnings 9
8. Notices 10
9. Cautions 10
10. Regulatory 11
10.1 Federal Communication Commission
Interference Statement 11
10.2 Industry Canada statement: 12
Appendix. Configuration Command 13
Appx. 1 Payload 13
Appx. 2 Command Description 14
Appx. 3 Response Content 15
Appx. 4 Sensor Vibration Command 15
Appx. 4.1 Payload 15
Appx. 5 Frame Count 0 Content 16
1. Description
The Object Locator utilizes LoRaWAN
connectivity to communicate the location
of the device. The intended use is to
attach the sensor to a object like a
backpack or purse to be able to remotely
know its location.
The sensor is composed of a GNSS
receive, a push button, an LED indicator,
and a USB-C connector. The device
contains a LiPo battery that can be
recharged through the USB-C connector.
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2. Specifications
2.1 Mechanical
2.1.1 Sensor
Length x Width x Height
50mm x 13mm x 50mm
Weight
28g
Sensor
• GNSS
• 3D MEMs
accelerometer
• Push Button
2.2 Environmental
Temperature
0°C to +50°C
IP Rating
IP 64 equivalent
2.3 Radio
Frequency
• 863–870MHz for EU
• 902–928MHz for North
America
Tx Power
+19dBm conducted
Rx Sensitivity
-140dBm conducted
Antenna Gain
-5dBi Peak, -8dBi Avg
2.4 Certifications and Conformity
FCC ID: 2AMUGTBOL100
IC: 22980-TBOL100
CE
ROHS REACH
2.5 Power
Source
4.2V LiPo 540mAh battery
Maximum Voltage
4.2V
Minimum Voltage
3.6V
Current
TBD
2.6 User Interface
LEDs
One green LED
2.7 Additional Features
PCB Temperature
NTC 100k ohm
Battery Monitoring
Resistor divider
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3. Operation
3.1 Transport Mode
The sensor is hibernating without functionality to prevent radio transmissions and to minimize
battery usage. To enter flight mode from default mode, the user shall press and hold any button
for at least 10 seconds. Upon release of the button, flight mode is activated and the green LED
shall flash rapidly for a duration of 3 seconds as an indication to the user.
To exit flight mode, the user shall press and hold any button for at least 10 seconds. Upon release
of the button, flight mode is deactivated and default mode entered. As an indication to the user,
the green LED shall light up for a duration of 3 seconds.
3.2 Default Mode
This mode is active when the device is in normal operating mode.
Whenever device motion is detected after a period of rest, the green LED shall flash 3 times
within 500ms.
After a button is pressed, the green LED shall turn on for at most 50ms, after which an uplink
transmission is scheduled. After the uplink transmission is complete – but before any down-link
windows are opened – the green LED shall turn on for 500ms.
When a command to actuate the vibrator is received, all LEDs shall flash rapidly for the duration
of the buzz. A buzz shall last 5 seconds with the buzzer activated for one (1) second followed by a
one (1) second idle period, resulting in 3 vibrations and 2 idle periods.
3.3 Charging Indication
These indications do not constitute an operating mode by themselves, but may be active
whenever there are no other ongoing indications as defined by the flight and default operating
modes.When the device is connected to a powered charger, and the battery is charging, the
green LED shall be on continuously. If the battery is fully charged while a powered charger is
connected, the green LED shall fade-in and out from 0% to 50% brightness at a rate of 12 cycles
per minute.
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4. Messages
LoRaWAN Packets for this device use port 136.
4.1 Status
4.1.1 Triggers
Packet Triggers:
1.The sensor will update status every 120 minute if the sensor is in stationary mode.
2.The sensor will update status every 30 seconds if the sensor is in moving mode.
3.Press button to trigger event.
*Note: The sensor will uplink immediately if it changes status from stationary mode to moving
mode.
4.1.2 Payload
Port
136
Payload length
11 bytes
Byte
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Field
Status
Battery
Temp
Lat
Long
Status
Sensors status
Bit[0]
Bit[1]
Bit[2]
Bit [3]
Bit [4]
Bit[7:5]
1 - button trigger event, 0 - no button trigger event
1 - moving mode, 0 - stationary mode (TBD)
RFU
1 - no GNSS fix, 0 - GNSS fixed
1 - GNSS error, 0 - GNSS OK
RFU
Battery
Battery level
Bits [3:0]
Bits [7:4]
unsigned value ν, range 1 – 14;
battery voltage in V = (25 + ν) ÷ 10.
RFU
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Temp
Temperature as measured by on-board NTC
Bits [6:0]
Bit [7]
unsigned value τ, range 0 – 127;
temperature in °C = τ - 32.
RFU
Lat
Latitude as last reported by GNSS receiver
Bits [27:0]
Bits [31:28]
signed value φ, range -90,000,000 – 90,000,000;
WGS84 latitude in ° = φ ÷ 1,000,000.
*Note: little-endian format.
RFU
Long
Longitude and position accuracy estimate as last reported by GNSS receiver
Bits [28:0]
Bits [31:29]
signed value λ, range -179,999,999 – 180,000,000;
WGS84 longitude in ° = λ÷ 1,000,000.
unsigned value α, range 0-7;
position accuracy estimate in m = 2α+2 (max).
The value 7 represents an accuracy estimate of worse than 256m.
Note: If there is no GNSS fix (see sensor status), the Lat. and Lon. fields contain the last values reported by the
GNSS receiver. If there has never been a GNSS fix acquired, the values may both be 0.
*Note2: little-endian format.
5. Label format information
5.1 Back label
Definition of Back Label:
GS1 DataMatrix
●The GS1 Application Identifier (21) indicates that the GS1 Application Identifier data
field contains a serial number.
●The GS1 Application Identifier (92) assigned to the company’s internal information is
DevEUI.
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5.2 QR code label
5.2.1 All QR code
URN:LWDP:E8E1E10001013640:E8E1E1XXXXXXXXXX:TBOL100868:XXXXXXXX
The total maximum resulting character sentence is 72 alphanumeric characters long.
5.2.2 JoinEUI
800MHz: E8E1E10001013640 (EU/IN/RU)
Uses a hexadecimal representation resulting in 16 characters.
5.2.3 DevEUI
E8E1E1XXXXXXXXXX
Uses a hexadecimal representation resulting in 16 characters.
5.1.4 SKU number
Non-reserved characters(except ":" and space) with a maximum length of 20
characters.
5.1.5 Factory check code
XXXXXXXX
Checksum of the factory production line.
5.1.6 Model Name
MODEL:TBOL100.
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Fixed code, not including in QR code.
6. Important Product & Safety Instructions
For the most current and more detailed information about Tabs features and settings as
well as safety instructions, please download the user manual for the products online at
www.browan.com before the use of any Tabs products or services.
Certain sensors contain magnets. Keep away
from ALL Children! Do not put in nose or mouth.
Swallowed magnets can stick to intestines
causing serious injury or death. Seek immediate
medical attention if magnets are swallowed.
These products are not toys and contain small
parts that can be dangerous to children under 3
years old. Do not allow children or pets to play
with products.
Observe proper precautions when handling
batteries. Batteries may leak or explode if
improperly handled.
Observe the following precautions to avoid a sensor
explosion or fire:
●Do not drop, disassemble, open, crush,
bend, deform, puncture, shred, microwave,
incinerate or paint the sensors, Hub or other
hardware.
●Do not insert foreign objects into any
opening on the sensors or Hub, such as the
USB port.
●Do not use the hardware if it has been
damaged—for example, if cracked,
punctured or harmed by water.
Disassembling or puncturing the battery
(whether integrated or removable) can
cause an explosion or fire.
●Do not dry the sensors or battery with an
external heat source such as a microwave
oven or hairdryer.
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7. Warnings
●Do not place naked flame sources, such as
lighted candles, on or near the equipment.
●The battery shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
●Do not dismantle, open or shred battery
pack or cells.
●Do not expose batteries to heat or fire.
Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
●Do not short-circuit the battery. Do not
store batteries in a box or drawer where
they may short-circuit each other or be
short-circuited by other metal objects.
●Do not remove a battery from its original
packaging until required for use.
●Do not subject batteries to mechanical
shock.
●In the event of a battery leaking, do not
allow the liquid to come in contact with the
skin or eyes. If contact has been made,
wash the affected area with copious
amounts of water and seek medical advice.
●Do not use any charger other than that
specifically provided for use with the
equipment.
●Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) marks
on the battery and equipment and ensure
correct use.
●Do not use any which is not designed for
use with the product.
●Do not mix cells of different manufacture,
capacity, size or type within a device.
●Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
●Seek medical advice immediately if a
battery has been swallowed.
●Always purchase the correct battery for
the equipment.
●Keep batteries clean and dry.
●Wipe the battery terminals with a clean dry
cloth if they become dirty.
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8. Notices
●Avoid exposing your sensors or batteries to
very cold or very hot temperatures. Low or
high temperature conditions may
temporarily shorten the battery life or cause
the sensors to temporarily stop working.
●Take care in setting up the Hub Gateway and
other hardware. Follow all installation
instructions in the User Guide. Failure to do
so may result in injury.
●Do not install hardware equipment while
standing in water or with wet hands. Failure
to do so can result in electric shock or death.
Use caution when setting up all electronic
equipment.
●When charging the sensors, do not handle
the sensors with wet hands. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in
electric shock.
●PROP 65 WARNING: This product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm
●Cleaning Tabs Products: Use a clean dry cloth
or wipe to clean Tabs products. Do not use
detergent or abrasive materials to clean the
Tabs products, as this may damage the
sensors.
9. Cautions
CAUTION: Disposal of a battery (or battery pack)
into a fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing
or cutting of a battery (or battery pack) can result
in an EXPLOSION!
Leaving a battery (or battery pack) in an extremely
high temperature surrounding environment that
can result in an EXPLOSION or leakage of
flammable liquid or gas.
A battery (or battery pack) subjected to extremely
low air pressure may also result in an EXPLOSION
or leakage of flammable liquid or gas.
Discard used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: The unit is provided with a
battery-powered circuit.
There is a danger of EXPLOSION if the battery is
incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Risk of EXPLOSION if Battery is replaced by an
Incorrect Type. Dispose of Used Batteries
According to the Instructions.
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10. Regulatory
Hereby, Browan Communications Inc. declares that the radio equipment for Tabs products
is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS Standards of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product should be
disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life,
take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. Some collection points accept
products for free. The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of
disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment.
10.1 Federal Communication Commission Interference 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
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The product complies with the US portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment
and is safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure reduction can be
achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output
power if such a function is available.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
10.2 Industry Canada statement:
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions :
(1) This device may not cause interference
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device
Cet appareil contient des émetteurs / récepteurs exempts de licence qui sont conformes au (x) RSS (s)
exemptés de licence d'Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada. L'opération est
soumise aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) Cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférences
(2) Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris les interférences pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement indésirable de l'appareil
The product complies with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF exposure
reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the
device to lower output power if such a function is available.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 0cm between the radiator &
your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations :
Le produit est conforme aux limites d'exposition pour les appareils portables RF pour les Etats-Unis et le
Canada établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Le produit est sûr pour un fonctionnement tel que
décrit dans ce manuel. La réduction aux expositions RF peut être augmentée si l'appareil peut être
conservé aussi loin que possible du corps de l'utilisateur ou que le dispositif est réglé sur la puissance de
sortie la plus faible si une telle fonction est disponible.
Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 0 cm de distance entre le radiateur et
votre corps.
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Appendix. Configuration Command
Port
204
Appx. 1 Payload
Bytes
0
1
2
Field
Cmd
Config
Cmd
Command
1 byte
Bit [7:0]
0x00 – Set update event interval when the sensor is moving.
default value : 30 sec
0x01 – Set keep alive interval when the sensor is in stationary
mode.
default value : 7200 sec
0x02 – Set g-sensor timeout interval when the sensor is moving.
default value : 60 sec
Config
Configuration  0 or 2 bytes
Bits [15:0] unsigned value in seconds, range 15 – 65,535.
*Note: little-endian format.
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Appx. 2 Command Description
Cmd
Command Description
Config Length
0x00(1byte)
Get Sensor Configuration
(Only for unconfirmed downlink)
0 bytes
0x00(1byte)
Set update event interval when the
sensor is in moving mode.
*Note: little-endian format.
2 bytes
0x01(1byte)
Set keep alive interval when the
sensor is in stationary mode.
*Note: little-endian format.
2 bytes
0x02(1byte)
Set g-sensor timeout interval when the
sensor is in moving mode.
*Note: little-endian format.
2 bytes
Payload Content
Command content
Ex:
001E00 || 01201C || 023C00
00 1E00 => Set update event interval when the sensor is in moving mode.
: 0x001E -> 30 sec
01 201C => Set keep alive interval when the sensor is in stationary mode.
: 0x1C20 -> 7200 sec
02 3C00 => Set g-sensor timeout interval when the sensor is in moving mode.
: 0x003C -> 60 sec
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Appx. 3 Response Content
(Only for unconfirmed downlink)
Port
204
Payload Length
9 bytes
Payload Content
Response content
Ex:
001E0001201C023C00
00 1E00 => Update event interval when the sensor is in moving mode.
: 0x001E -> 30 (sec)
01 201C => Keep alive interval when the sensor is in stationary mode.
: 0x1C20 -> 7200 (sec)
02 3C00 => G-sensor timeout interval when the sensor is moving.
 : 0x003C -> 60 (sec)
Appx. 4 Sensor Vibration Command
(Internal command)
Port
136
Payload Length
1 bytes
Appx. 4.1 Payload
Bytes
0
Field
Cmd
Cmd:
0x01 – Trigger sensor vibration.
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Appx. 5 Frame Count 0 Content
Payload Length
17 bytes
Payload Content
Frame count 0 content
Ex:
0106000000000100007ff1f102e2d4f6ee
01 => command ID
06000000 => bootloader version : 0x00000006 ( little-endian format)
00010000 => HW ID : 0x00000100 ( little-endian format)
7ff1f102 => FW CRC : 0x02f1f17f ( little-endian format)
e2d4f6ee => PubKey ID : 0xeef6d4e2 ( little-endian format)
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