Siemens SIMATIC RTLS User manual

SIMATIC RTLS4030T
SIMATIC RTLS
Localization systems
SIMATIC RTLS4030T
Operating Instructions
05/2023
C79000
-G8976-C520-08
Introduction
1
Device description
2
Installation & Operation
3
Technical specifications
4
Approvals
5

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Table of contents
1 Introduction........................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Device description ................................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Order data RTLS4030T ......................................................................................................... 9
2.3 LED status indicator ........................................................................................................... 10
2.4 Dimension drawing............................................................................................................ 10
3 Installation & Operation ...................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Notes on installation.......................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Cleaning and maintenance ................................................................................................ 13
4 Technical specifications....................................................................................................................... 15
5 Approvals............................................................................................................................................. 17

Table of contents
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Introduction
1
Purpose of the operating instructions
These operating instructions support you when installing and connecting the SIMATIC
RTLS4030T transponder.
The configuration and the integration of the transponders in a network are not described in
these operating instructions.
Scope of validity of the operating instructions
These operating instructions apply to the following transponders:
•RTLS4030T (CE; article number: 6GT2700-3DA03)
•RTLS4030T (FCC/NOM/ANATEL; article number: 6GT2700-3DA13)
•RTLS4030T (CMIIT; article number: 6GT2700-3DA23)
•RTLS4030T (ISED; article number: 6GT2700-3DA33)
Further documentation
You can find the complete documentation for all SIMATIC RTLS products at the following
address:
Link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/ps/25277)
Trademarks
The following and possibly other names not identified by the registered trademark sign ®are
registered trademarks of Siemens AG:
SIMATIC RTLS

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Industry Online Support
In addition to the product documentation, the comprehensive online information platform of
Siemens Industry Online Support offers support at the following Internet address:
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/start?lc=en-US)
Apart from news, there you will also find:
•Project information: Manuals, FAQs, downloads, application examples etc.
•Contacts, Technical Forum
•The option submitting a support query: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/My/us/en/)
•Our service offer:
Right across our products and systems, we provide numerous services that support you in
every phase of the life of your machine or system - from planning and implementation to
commissioning, through to maintenance and modernization.
You will find contact information on the Internet at the following address:
(https://www.automation.siemens.com/aspa_app/?ci=yes&lang=en)
SITRAIN - Training for Industry
The training offer includes more than 300 courses on basic topics, extended knowledge and
special knowledge as well as advanced training for individual sectors - available at more than
130 locations. Courses can also be organized individually and held locally at your location.
You will find detailed information on the training curriculum and how to contact our
customer consultants at the following Internet address:
(https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/services/industry/sitrain/personal.html)
RTLS Technology and Practice (ID-RTLS-TP)
Training and certification
After completing the RTLS certification training, you will be able to plan and implement small
and medium-sized RTLS projects and provide efficient and multifaceted support in large
projects. Your RTLS basics will be strengthened and, building upon them, you will receive
new tools of the trade in order to offer customers the optimal solution for them. The
complete project sequence is taken as a reference and important steps, resources and work
results for each phase are presented. Comprehensive practical exercises in connection with
troubleshooting techniques and a great deal of input from industrial projects allow you to
internalize a confident approach to working with different types of localization projects. With
the training documents, you also receive extensive reference material for your daily work.
Link: (https://www.sitrain-learning.siemens.com/EN/en/rw35251/Industrielle-Identifikation-
RTLS-Technologie-und-Praxis)

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Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines, and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions form one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. These systems, machines and components should only be
connected to the enterprise network or the Internet if and only to the extent necessary and
with appropriate security measures (firewalls and/or network segmentation) in place.
You can find more information on protective measures in the area of industrial security by
visiting: (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends performing product updates as soon as they are
available and using only the latest product versions. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to
cyber threats.
To ensure that you are always informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens
Industrial Security RSS feed at: (https://www.siemens.com/cert)
Note on firmware/software support
Check regularly for new firmware/software versions or security updates and apply them. After
the release of a new version, previous versions are no longer supported and are not
maintained.

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Security recommendations
General
Note the following security recommendations to prevent unauthorized access:
•Keep the firmware up to date. Check regularly for security updates for the device. You can
find information on this at the Industrial Security
(https://new.siemens.com/global/en/company/topic-areas/future-of-
manufacturing/industrial-security.html) website.
•Inform yourself regularly about security recommendations published by Siemens
ProductCERT (https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/services/cert.html).
•Evaluate your plant as a whole in terms of security. Use a cell protection concept with
suitable products.
•This product requires an additional security concept to prevent unauthorized access.
•Transponder and infrastructure can be configured for radio channels according to IEEE
802.15.4-2015. You will find details in the section "Technical specifications".
•Ensure that the radio frequencies are not used for other purposes and are not affected by
other interfering signals. This should be ensured within the operating range of the
localization system.
•Interference in the frequency band used can impair the system and, in extreme cases, lead
to localization failure.
Physical access
•Restrict physical access to the device to qualified personnel.
•Disable unused physical interfaces of the device. Unused interfaces could be used to gain
access to the operating site.
Recycling and disposal
The products are low in harmful substances, can be recycled and meet the requirements of
the Directive 2012/19/EU for disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites.
For environmentally compliant recycling and disposal of your electronic waste, please contact
a company certified for the disposal of electronic waste or your Siemens representative.
Note the different national regulations.

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Device description
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2.1 Characteristics
SIMATIC RTLS4030T
Characteristics
Design
①Status indicators (LED)
②Battery compartment
General
The transponder is the mobile device
for localization in the RTLS localization
system. It sends position data to
gateways which transmit the data to
the Locating Manager server.
2.2 Order data RTLS4030T
Table 2- 1 Order data RTLS4030T
Article number
SIMATIC RTLS4030T
including 1 x battery CR123A
CE
6GT2700-3DA03
FCC, NOM,
ANATEL
6GT2700-3DA13
CMIIT
6GT2700-3DA23
ISED
6GT2700-3DA33

Device description
2.3 LED status indicator
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2.3 LED status indicator
The operating states of the transponder are indicated by the LED. These can assume the
states from and briefly light up .
LED
Meaning
Red LED is off when the transponder is in operation
Red LED lights up once for 1.5 seconds at system startup
Flashes red (user LEDs flash) if you trigger flashing via the Locating Manager. You
can configure the duration and frequency of flashing via the Locating Manager.
2.4 Dimension drawing
Figure 2-1 Dimension drawing SIMATIC RTLS4030T - All dimensions specified in millimeters

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Installation & Operation
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3.1 Notes on installation
Note
Before you install the transponders, read this section carefully to ensure problem
-free
installation and commissioning.
The transponders can only be used in conjunction with the RTLS localization system. The
radio address of the transponder can be obtained from the data matrix code printed on the
transponder.
Install the transponder in such a way that it has a direct line-of-sight connection to the
gateways (360° panorama view). Any type of material can impact wireless localization.
Wireless localization through metal is not possible. In this case, localization via wireless
reflections can occur, which results in inaccurate determination of the location.
Check the transponder for damage before installation. The specified operating temperature
ranges must be observed.
The transponder contains one lithium battery.
CAUTION
Fires and burns
Improper handling of batteries can lead result in fires and burns.
The enclosure of the transponder must not be squashed, punctured or exposed to other
mechanical influences. It may only be opened to change batteries.
Never expose the transponder to fire, temperatures above 50 °C or direct sunlight for an
extended period of time.
In dry environments, the transponder battery must be replaced.

Installation & Operation
3.1 Notes on installation
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Reflections and interferences
The antenna fields are weakened by absorbing materials and reflected by conducting
materials. When electromagnetic fields are reflected or there are other radio sources, this will
result in interferences. These circumstances will result in incorrect measurements; however,
these can be largely detected and corrected with the appropriate software (e.g. SIMATIC RTLS
Locating Manager). We still recommend that you prevent these influences. Especially objects
that cannot be penetrated by radio waves can cause localization errors.
Note
Metal surfaces reflect radio waves more than any other types of surfaces.
Water, on the other
hand, attenuates radio waves. You should therefore evaluate your working environment and
integration for these influences.
Coexistence and de-sensing
To prevent interfering with each other, radio applications will use different frequency
bands. Use of these frequency bands is subject to state regulation. Because a frequency range
is considered a finite good, technologies were developed over the years that enable a
coexistence of different radio applications in the same frequency band. These technologies
are also used by SIMATIC RTLS. However, interferences can still be caused by other radio
devices. Arrangements are being made here, too, so that these interferences do not impact
the operation of the RTLS localization system. To keep interferences to a minimum, the RTLS
infrastructure components must not be installed in the close vicinity of other radio
applications. Strong senders in close vicinity can interfere with the reception, even when they
are located in neighboring frequency bands (de-sensing). This is true, for example, for the
2.4 GHz ISM band and PULSE in the UWB channel 5.
Assembling the transponder prior to starting up
Proceed as follows to assemble the transponder prior to starting up:
1. Insert the battery in the battery compartment according to the polarity direction.
2. Close the enclosure by first placing the top part into the bottom enclosure and letting it
engage on the bottom.
CAUTION
Remove the battery before returning the transponder
Remove the battery before returning the transponder. Batteries must not be returned.

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3.2 Cleaning and maintenance
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Battery change
CAUTION
Use approved batteries
Insertion of non-approved or damaged batteries may result in damage to the transponder or
its surroundings. Only use batteries approved by the manufacturer, see section "Technical
specifications (Page 15)". Before inserting a battery, make sure that it is not damaged.
Proceed as follows to replace the battery in the transponder:
1. Open the enclosure at the designated recess on the left-hand side in an upwards direction
using a suitable tool.
2. Remove the battery to be replaced and wait 30 seconds before inserting the new battery
while maintaining the polarity direction.
3. Close the enclosure again until you hear it click into place.
3.2 Cleaning and maintenance
The enclosure may only be opened to change batteries.
The transponder may only be repaired or opened for other types of work by an authorized
maintenance company.
Improper opening or repair of the transponder may result in serious risks for the user.
Opening the transponder without permission renders the warranty of the Siemens AG null
and void.
Do not clean the enclosure with liquids or abrasive, caustic or flammable cleaning products.

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3.2 Cleaning and maintenance
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Technical specifications
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Table 4- 1 Technical specifications of the RTLS4030T transponder
6GT2700-3DA03, 6GT2700-3DA13
6GT2700-3DA23, 6GT2700-3DA33
Product name
SIMATIC RTLS4030T
PULSE radio frequencies (localization)
Wireless method
IEEE 802.15.4-2015 UWB HRP PHY
Transmission speed
850 Kbps
Operating frequency rated value 3993.6 MHz (UWB channel 2; CE, FCC, NOM, ANATEL)
6489.6 MHz (UWB channel 5; CE, NOM, ANATEL, CMIIT)
Bandwidth
499.2 MHz
Frequency range
3100 MHz ... 4800 MHz (CE, FCC, NOM, ANATEL)
6000 MHz ... 7000 MHz (CE, NOM, ANATEL, CMIIT)
Transmit power
0.037 mW (-41.3 dBm/MHz)
Range
Maximum 30 m
Accuracy of the localization (typical)
0.1 m
Antennas
Built-in UWB antenna
PHASE radio frequencies (communication and optional localization)
Wireless method
IEEE 802.15.4
Transmission speed
1 Mbit/s
Operating frequency rated value
2400 ... 2480 MHz ISM band
Bandwidth
2 MHz; data transmission on 802.15.4; channels
configurable
Frequency range
2400 MHz ... 2483.5 MHz
Transmit power
Maximum 4 dBm (configurable)
Range
Maximum 50 m
Accuracy of the localization (typical)
3 m
Antennas
Built-in 2.4 GHz antenna
Supply voltage
Supply voltage Battery CR123A: 3 V Lithium rechargeable
Brand: VARTA (1550 mAh) or Panasonic (1400 mAh)
Service life (at 20 ℃)
Standby: 1 year
Operation: 100 % UWB localization with 1 second: 6 months

Technical specifications
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6GT2700-3DA03, 6GT2700-3DA13
6GT2700-3DA23, 6GT2700-3DA33
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
•During write/read access
•Outside write/read access
•During storage
•-10 ... +50 °C
•-10 ... +50 °C
•-10 ... +50 °C
Design, dimensions, weights and connectors
Dimensions (L x W x H)
89 x 29 x 30 mm
Weight
90 g (incl. battery)
Degree of protection
IP54
Fastening method
2 screws M2.5 or cable ties
Enclosure
Plastic enclosure
Color
Anthracite

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Approvals
5
Note
The specified
approvals apply only when the corresponding mark is printed on the product.
You can check which of the following approvals have been granted for your product by the
markings on the type plate.
You can find the current EU Declaration of Conformity for these products on the Internet at
Siemens Industry Online Support.
Link:
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/products?dtp=Certificate&mfn=ps&pnid=14970&lc=
en-US)
The products described in this document meet the requirements of the following EU
directives:
•RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction
of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, official
journal of the EU L174, 1 July 2011, pages 88-110
•Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU (RED)
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on the
harmonization of the laws of the member states relating to placing radio equipment on
the market; official journal of the EU L153, 22 May 2014, pages 62-106
UK Declaration of Conformity
The UK declaration of conformity is available to all responsible authorities at:
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
Process Industries and Drives Division,
Process Automation
DE-76181 Karlsruhe
Germany
Importer UK:
Siemens plc,
Manchester M20 2UR
You can find the current UK Declaration of Conformity for these products on the Internet
pages under Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/en/en/view/109801531).

Approvals
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The SIMATIC RTLS products described in this document meet the requirements of the
following directives/regulation:
•Radio Equipment Regulations:
SI 2017/1206 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017, and related amendments
•RoHS Regulations:
SI 2012/3032 Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, and related amendments
RoHS directive (restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances)
The products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of the EU
directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment.
Applied standard:
•IEC 63000
Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with
respect to the restriction of hazardous substances
The products described in this document meet the requirements of the applied standards:
Article 3 (1) a) Protection of health and safety
•EN 62368-1
Equipment for audio/video, information and communication technology – Part 1: Safety
requirements
•EN 62311
Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions
in electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz)
The products described in these operating instructions meet the requirements of EU directive
2014/30/EU "Electromagnetic Compatibility" according to the designated standards for the
following areas of application.
Article 3 (1) b) EMC
•ETSI EN 301 489-1
Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM) - Electromagnetic
compatibility for radio equipment and services - Part 1: Common technical requirements
•ETSI EN 301 489-17
Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM) - Electromagnetic
compatibility for radio equipment and services - Part 17:
Specific conditions for broadband data transmission systems
•ETSI EN 301 489-33
Electromagnetic compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM) - Electromagnetic
compatibility for radio equipment and services - Part 33:
Special conditions for ultra-wideband (UWB) devices

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•EN 55011
Industrial, scientific and medical equipment - Radio-frequency disturbance
characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement
•EN 55032 Class A, Class B
Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission requirements
•EN 55035
Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment - Immunity requirements
•EN 61000-6-1
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-1: Generic standards - Immunity for
residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
•EN 61000-6-2
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for industrial
environments
•EN 61000-6-3
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-3: Generic standards - Emission standard for
residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
•EN 61000-6-4
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 6-4: Generic standards - Emission standard for
industrial environments
Article 3 (2) Efficient use of the radio spectrum
•ETSI EN 300 328
Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz
ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques. Harmonized standard covering the
essential requirements of article 3.2 of the EU Directive 2014/53/EU
•ETSI EN 302 065-2
Short Range Devices (SRD) using ultra-wideband technology (UWB); Harmonized standard
covering the essential requirements of article 3.2 of the Directive 2014/53/EU; Part 2:
Requirements for UWB location tracking
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RTLS4030T (MLFB 6GT2700-3DA13); FCC ID SCF4030T02
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Note
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
RF Exposure guidance
In order to comply with FCC RF Exposure requirements, this device must be installed to
provide at least 20 cm separation from the human body at all times.
ISED information
Siemens SIMATIC RTLS4030T (MLFB 6GT2700-3DA33); IC ID 267X-4030T02
NOTICE (RSS-Gen Issue 5)
This device complies with license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux
CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique 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, et
(2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Radiation Exposure Statement (RSS-102)
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20 cm between the radiator and your body.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations (RSS-102)
Cet équipement est conforme Canada limites d'exposition aux radiations dans un
environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé à distance minimum
de 20 cm entre le radiateur et votre corps.