User's Manual

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User Guide for WhereTag IV Module D1587 Rev 01
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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 meter locate range outdoors, and 120 meter locate range
indoors. The WhereTag IV Module also incorporates an 802.11b/g transceiver for data
communication and/or positioning by standard or location-enabling 802.11 access points. The
combination of low average power consumption and good engineering allow the WhereTag IV
Module to operate for long periods of time without any maintenance. Battery life can be as long as 6
years when connected to a AA lithium battery. A magnetic receiver is also built into the WhereTag
IV Module. The module 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.
Each WhereTag IV Module has a unique identification number that is transmitted via radio during
each blink. WhereTag IV Modules are configured with ZES’s WhereWand.