The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon (the 'Beacon') is a small, battery-powered device that transmits a Bluetooth™ Smart / low-energy (BLE) signal that can be detected by other devices (e.g., smartphones or other devices capable of receiving the signal). This signal enables identifying the Beacon as well as other telemetry information to the receiving device (e.g., battery level and temperature).
The Beacon works by periodically waking up, transmitting this signal via short-range radio (Bluetooth
Smart/LE) and then returning to a low-power state. The Beacon has no user interface (UI), cellular or
GPS capabilities. The Beacon's identity is encoded within the signal it transmits and includes a
sub-segment device type.
WARNING - CHOKING HAZARD: Small parts. Not for children under 3
years of age. This product comes with a lithium ion battery.
CAUTION: Do not connect improperly, charge or dispose of in fire.
Battery may explode or leak.
If the battery leaks:
| General | Dimensions (L x W x H) |
1.6 in x 1.1 in x 0.2 in (40 mm x 28 mm x 5.5 mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.23 ounces (6.52 grams) including battery | |
| Color / Enclosure | Blue; Blue; opens with a coin or flat tool | |
| Temperature Sensor | Can sense temperatures from -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) with an accuracy from +/- 3.6° - 7.7° F (2° - 4° C) depending on temperature; temperature is sensed/transmitted every 30 seconds; app requires use of the Gimbal SDK in order to receive temperature data | |
| Antenna | Omni-directional | |
| Terms / Warranty / Pricing |
Terms https://manager.gimbal.beacon-supply-agreement/ Warranty https://manager.gimbal.beacon-warranty/ Pricing https://store.gimbal.com/ |
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| Transmission | Beacon Transmission Type | Bluetooth® Smart (AKA Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy); 2.4GHz Channels 37 (2402MHz), 38 (2426 MHz), and 39 (2480 MHz); non-connectable advertisements. Compatible with iBeacon™ technology and Eddystone™ (may require configuration update and automatic firmware update). Note: These advertising channels are allocated in different parts of the 2.4GHz spectrum and are designed to coexist with 802.11 / Wi-Fi |
| Transmission Interval | Configurable via Gimbal Manager/Gimbal Beacon Manager App | |
| Transmission Power | Configurable via Gimbal Manager/Gimbal Beacon Manager App from -23dBm (Low) up to 0dBm (Full Power) | |
| Transmission | Typically up to ~160 ft (~50 meters) though can often be seen at further distances in ideal, clear line-of-sight conditions at full transmit power | |
| Mounting Options | Lanyard / Badge | Yes, via loop on device (lanyard / badge not included) |
| Battery | Battery Type | 1 - CR2032 Lithium Ion (included; remove tab to power); user replaceable |
| Battery Operating Temperature | Panasonic: -22° F to 140° F (-30° C to 60° C) | |
| Battery Disposal | See Manufacturer / Manufacturer's Data Sheet | |
| Battery Data Sheet | http://na.industrial.panasonic.com/products/batteries/non-rechargeable-batteries/lithium-batteries/series/coin-type-cr-series/CS537/model/CR2032 | |
| Battery Life | Typical battery life of 4 months, but may vary dependent upon configuration and temperature | |
| Battery Level Measurement | Measured when the Beacon is first powered and every 6 hours thereafter; app requires use of the Gimbal SDK in order to receive battery level data from the Beacon | |
| Environmental | Operational Temperature | -40° F to 140° F (-40° C to 60° C) (Note: lower and upper temperature ranges may be limited by battery type; see above) |
| Humidity Survival | 90% RH non-condensing | |
| Compliance Statement | RoHS/REACH Compliant | |
| Certifications and Safety | Countries Supported | Please visit https://manager.gimbal.com/supported-countries/ for the list of countries supported by Gimbal |
| Safety | General Safety Requirements: UL 60950-1; Canada, Identical to UL 60950: CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 60950-1 European Norm (Per IEC 60950-1 2nd Ed): EN 60950-1 The Beacon is not FDA certified. Any use by customer in an environment requiring such certification is at customer’s risk and Customer is responsible for any liability resulting from such use. |
Each Series 10 Beacon comes packaged in a small plastic bag with a pre-inserted lithium ion battery. When ready to use, remove your Beacon from its packaging.
Your Beacon is now associated with your Gimbal Developer Account and ready for use. Repeat step 4 to activate additional Beacons on your account.
Note: If you've ordered Series 10 Beacons in bulk, we can provide you with a shipping manifest that allows for bulk activation of your Beacons in Gimbal Manager. Contact Gimbal Support through Gimbal Manager on the web for further details.
After removing your Beacon from its packaging, open the Beacon with a coin or flat tool, pull out the yellow tab underneath the battery, ensure the positive terminal of the battery is facing up and close the Beacon as shown in Figure 1 below. This turns the Beacon on. It’s advisable to leave your Beacon with the yellow tab underneath the battery in place until ready to use.
Figure 1: Opening the Series 10
To check whether your Series 10 Beacon is operating normally, download the Gimbal Beacon Manager application from the App StoreSM on an iOS® device and login using the same Gimbal Developer Account (and organization, if configured) which you have used to activate your Beacon. Once logged in, you will you will see all of your Beacons that are powered on and near your device under the My Beacons tab.
Gimbal Series 10 Beacons are designed to be used in conjunction with the Gimbal SDK as integrated into your mobile application and are ideal for use cases where the application is in the foreground. Should you wish to reconfigure your Beacon for background use or configure it with iBeacon™ technology, please realize that this will reduce the battery life of the Beacon to approximately 2-3 weeks.
Note: presently, an iPhone® 4S or newer is required for this step. Formal support for iPad® and other operating systems may be available in the future.
Note: At this point, you have assigned a configuration to your Beacon in Gimbal Manager on the web but you still need to apply the configuration to your Beacon.
Once your Beacon shows a different ‘Assigned Configuration’ vs. its ‘Applied Configuration’ in Gimbal Manager on the web, you’re ready to apply the configuration to your Beacon.
You can see the latest battery status for you Beacon within your Gimbal Manager account.
The Beacon has one CR2032 3V coin-cell battery that will typically power the Beacon for approximately 3 months in its default configuration (4 months with firmware update; 2-3 weeks when configured with iBeacon™ technology or in a foreground/background configuration). To replace the battery:
Note: When reconfiguring Beacons or storing CR2032 batteries, avoid having the batteries stacked or touching as this may cause a short-circuit or other hazard and will almost certainly drain the batteries.
For troubleshooting tips and Frequently Asked Questions, please visit https://manager.gimbal.com/, login with your Gimbal Developer Account and click on ‘Support’.
Scientific research on wireless devices and radio frequency ("RF") energy has been conducted worldwide for many years, and continues. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) set policies and procedures for wireless devices. The FDA issued a website publication on health issues related to usage of cell phones where it states, "The scientific community at large believes that the weight of the scientific evidence does not show an association between exposure to RF from cell phones and adverse health outcomes." Still, the scientific community does recommend conducting additional research to address gaps in knowledge. That research is being conducted around the world, and the FDA continues to monitor developments in this field. You can access the FDA website at http://www.fda.gov (under "C" in the subject index, select Cell Phones > Research). You can also contact the FDA toll free at (888) 463-6332 or (888) INFO-FDA. The FCC issued its own website publication stating that "there is no scientific evidence that proves that wireless telephone usage can lead to cancer or other problems, including headaches, dizziness, or memory loss." The publication is available at https://www.fcc.gov/engineering-technology/electromagnetic-compatibility-division/radio-frequency-safety/faq/rf-safety or through the FCC at (888) 225 5322 or (888) CALL-FCC. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) states that concerns about the potential health effects of using cellular phones - "and specifically the suggestion that using a cell phone may increase a person's risk of developing brain cancer - are not supported by a growing body of research on the subject." You can access NCI's review of the research via this cancer.gov article.
If you are concerned about RF, there are several simple steps you can take to minimize your RF exposure. You can minimize usage of the device near the body. You can also place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, as the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. Wireless devices marketed in the United States are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body.
For further information, see the following additional resources:
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332)
http://www.fda.gov
Federal Communications Commission
445 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20554
http://www.fcc.gov
American National Standards Institute
1899 L Street NW, 11th Floor
Washington D.C., 20036
1-202-293-8020
http://www.ansi.org
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in United States of America by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been tested to the limits for a Class B digital device, according
to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. The Beacon uses and radiates radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used according to instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications or be
interfered with. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If the Beacon does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
switching the Beacon's power switch to the ‘off' position, try to correct the interference by taking one or
more of the following actions:
If the Beacon is being interfered with try to correct the interference by taking the following actions:
The FCC ID for the Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon (model FYX Beacon, 10-H7785-P1) is R6CFYX1.
CAUTION: The Beacon should not be used in airplanes, hospitals, or locations where cellular telephones and other electronic devices are prohibited.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in Canada by Industry Canada (IC).
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
The Industry Canada certification number for the Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon (model FYX Beacon) is 10756A-FYX1.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in the European Union and other countries which require the CE Mark.
Output power: 0.76 mW @ 2402-2480.0 MHz
Gimbal, Inc. hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and to all applicable EU directive requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at: http://docs.gimbal.com/manuals/s10_CE_conformity.pdf. This device complies with ICNIRP exposure levels.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in Australia and New Zealand by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and the Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) business unit of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), New Zealand.
Display of this RCM mark indicates that the Gimbal Series 10 Beacon (model FYX Beacon, 10-H7785-P1) is in compliance with all applicable Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) and Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulatory arrangements—telecommunications, radio communications, EMC and EME—and with applicable state and territory electrical equipment safety requirements.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has received a type approval Certification from the Government of India, Ministry of Communications & IT, Department of Telecommunications.
The ETA number for the Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon (model 10-H7785-P1) is NER-ETA/1393.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in Japan by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC).
The MIC Type certification number for the Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon (model FYX Beacon) is 007-AB0026.
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been approved for operation in Taiwan by the National Communication Commission (NCC).
The NCC Type Certification number for the Gimbal Proximity Beacon (model FYX Beacon) is CCAB13LP1440T8.
NCC Warning Statement:
低功率電波輻性電機管理辦法
第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使
用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發
現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法通信，指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信
或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。
在5.25G ~5.35G頻帶內操作之無線資訊傳輸設備僅適於室內使用
The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon has been certified for operation in accordnace with the provisions on the Radio Regulations of the People's Republic of China. The Gimbal Series 10 Proximity Beacon China Ministry Industry and Information Technology (CMIIT) ID is 2016DJ2641.
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