Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon

Series 22™
Model 900-0007-000
User Manual

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Revision History

Revision Date Description

A March 20, 2017 Initial Release

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Contents
Revision History 2
Contents 3
Intended Use 4
What is the Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™? 4
Important safety instructions for your Beacon 4
Specifications 5
Using Your Beacon 7
Unpacking your Beacon 7
Activating your Beacon 7
Powering on your Beacon 7
Verifying Beacon state 8
(Optional) Create, assign and apply a new configuration to your Beacon 8
Installing your Beacon 10
Replacing the batteries in your Beacon 12
Troubleshooting Tips 13
Status Light Modes 13
Regulatory Information 15
Safety and wireless devices 15
Can I minimize my RF exposure? 15
Where can I obtain further information? 15
United States, FCC Information 16
Canada, Industry Canada Information 17
Japan, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Information 17
European Union (and other countries which require the CE Mark), Information 18

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Intended Use

What is the Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™?

The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ (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.

Important safety instructions for your Beacon

WARNING - CHOKING HAZARD: Small parts. Not for children under 3 years of
age. This product comes with AA alkaline batteries.

CAUTION – Do not connect improperly, charge or dispose of in fire. Battery may

explore or leak.

If the battery leaks:

• Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If contact
has already occurred, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and
seek medical advice.
• Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If contact has already
occurred, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical
advice. Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire, as there
is a danger of ignition or explosion.
• Vapor generated from burning batteries may irritate eyes, skin, and throat. If
inhalation occurs, move to a well-ventilated area immediately and seek medical
advice.

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Specifications
Dimensions 3.4 in x 3.0 in x 1.0 in
( L x W x H) (86 mm x 77 mm x 25 mm)
Weight 6oz (172g) including batteries
Color /
White; opens by depressing both tabs simultaneously
Enclosure
Can sense temperatures from -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C) with an accuracy from +/-
Temperature
3.6° - 7.7° F (2° - 4° C) depending on temperature; temperature is sensed/transmitted every
General Sensor
30 seconds; app requires use of the Gimbal SDK in order to receive temperature data
Antenna Omni-directional (default) or Directional; Software selectable
Buttons /
Internal power switch; External Power/Battery Status Button with LED Feedback
LEDs
Terms / Terms https://manager.gimbal.com/beacon-supply-agreement
Warranty / Warranty https://manager.gimbal.com/beacon-warranty
Pricing Pricing https://store.gimbal.com
Bluetooth® Smart (AKA Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy); 2.4GHz Channels 37 (2402MHz), 38
Beacon
(2426 MHz), and 39 (2480 MHz); non-connectable advertisements. Compatible with
Transmission
iBeacon™ technology. Note: These advertising channels are allocated in different parts of
Type
the 2.4GHz spectrum and are designed to coexist with 802.11 / Wi-Fi
Transmission
Transmission Interval Configurable via Gimbal Manager/Gimbal Beacon Manager App

Transmission Configurable via Gimbal Manager/Gimbal Beacon Manager App -20 dBm (Low) and 0 dBm
Power (Full Power)
Typically up to ~160 ft (~50 Meters) though can often be seen at further distances in ideal,
Transmission
clear line-of-sight conditions at full transmit power
Double-Sided
Tape: 2.5 in x 1.5 double-sided swatch (included); Manufacturer recommends a clean, dry
Adhesive
and well unified bonding surface for optimum adhesion.
Mounting Tape
Options Physical Quantity 1, 4-40 x 5/16" long (1/16" HEX Drive, 18-8 Stainless Steel Button-Head Socket
Security Cap) screw included inside back housing;
Screw Difficult to open the device when installed
Battery Type 4 - AA Alkaline (pre-installed, ready to activate); user replaceable
Battery
Operating Varta/powerone: -4° F to 130° F (-20°C to 54°C)
Temperature
Battery
See Manufacturer / Manufacturer's Data Sheet
Battery Disposal
Battery Data http://www.varta-
Sheet microbattery.com/applications/mb_data/documents/data_sheets/DS4106.pdf
Battery Life Typical battery life of 48 months transmitting every 100ms running 24 hours/day
Battery Level Measured when the Beacon is first powered and every 6 hours thereafter; app requires use
Measurement of the Gimbal SDK in order to receive battery level data from the Beacon
Operational -40° F to 140° F (-40° C to 60° C) (Note: lower and upper temperature ranges may be limited
Temperature by battery type; see above)
Humidity
Environmental 95% RH non-condensing
Survival
Compliance
RoHS/REACH Compliant
Statement

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Country Please visit https://manager.gimbal.com/supported-countries for the list of countries
Supported supported by Gimbal
General Safety Requirements: UL 60950-1;
Certifications Canada, Identical to UL 60950: CAN/CSA-22.2 No. 60950-1
and Safety European Norm (Per IEC 60950-1 2nd Ed): EN 60950-1
Safety
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.

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Using Your Beacon

Unpacking your Beacon

Each Series 22 Beacon comes with double-sided adhesive tape that can be used for
mounting purposes. Other mounting accessories are not included. It’s advisable to
leave your Beacon in its box and powered off until ready to use. When ready to use,
remove your Beacon from its unit box and its protective bubble wrap sleeve.

Activating your Beacon

1. To activate your Beacon, you will need your Beacon’s Activation Code/Factory
ID. It has the format similar to XXXX-XXXXX consisting of numbers and letters
and can be found:
a. on the exterior label of the Beacon’s box (“Activation Code”), or
b. within the interior of the Beacon on a label between the two sets of
batteries
2. Once found, visit https://manager.gimbal.com/ on the web and create a Gimbal
Developer Account if necessary
3. Login to your account and navigate to ‘Beacons’ -> ‘Activate’ (or visit
https://manager.gimbal.com/transmitters/new directly)
4. Enter a name for your Beacon in the field provided, your Beacon’s Activation
Code/Factory ID from Step 1 in the ‘Factory ID’ field, then press the ‘Activate
Beacon’ button. Additional fields that may appear are optional for more advanced
users.
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 22 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.

Powering on your Beacon

After removing your Beacon from its unit box and sleeve, open the Beacon by pressing
the two latches on opposite sides of the Beacon simultaneously with one hand while
holding the front part of the Beacon with the other hand. Once you’ve opened your
Beacon, flip the small power switch located between the two sets of batteries from the
‘Off’ position to the ‘On’ position.
Once you’ve powered on your Beacon, you’ll notice a green light flashing on the exterior
of the Beacon for approximately 10 seconds. This lets you know that the Beacon is
functioning normally. Once the Beacon finishes its startup cycle, the light will turn solid

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to indicate battery status for 3 seconds (green indicates good; red indicates batteries
need to be replaced) before the light turns off and the Beacon enters its normal
transmission state. Close the Beacon by latching the front and back housing together
until it clicks and your Beacon is ready to use.

Note: An optional physical security screw is provided which when installed, makes it
difficult to open the Beacon. It can be found mounted on the inside of the Beacon’s
bottom housing in a smaller holder. To use, carefully remove the screw from its holder,
close the Beacon, and insert the screw in the holder found in one of the Beacon’s
closure tabs using a Hex screwdriver until snug.

Verifying Beacon state

To check whether your Series 22 Beacon is operating normally, simply press the button
on the front of the Beacon.
• A Green light indicates that your Beacon is on and functioning normally
• A Red light indicates that your Beacon is on but needs its batteries replaced
• No light indicates that your Beacon is off. Either the power switch is off or the
batteries need to be replaced.
To see your Beacon from a mobile application, download the Gimbal Beacon Manager
application from the App Store℠ 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 see all of your Beacons that are powered on and
near your device under the My Beacons tab.

(Optional) Create, assign and apply a new configuration to your Beacon

Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ are designed to never need configuration when
used in conjunction with the Gimbal SDK as integrated into your mobile application. In
fact, more than 95% of our Beacons that have been deployed as of this writing have
never been reconfigured. However, should you want to adjust certain settings, you may
do so.
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.
1. Visit https://manager.gimbal.com/ and login with the Gimbal Developer Account
(and organization, if configured) used to activate your Beacon
2. Navigate to ‘Beacon Configurations’ and select the configuration you want to use
or create a new Beacon Configuration
3. Navigate to ‘Beacons’ and find the Beacon name or ID you wish to configure

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Using Your Beacon, continued
4. Assign the new configuration to that Beacon by clicking ‘Edit’, choosing
‘Configuration’, selecting the desired configuration, and clicking ‘Save’. Your
desired configuration should now show up in the ‘Assigned Configuration’ column
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.

1. Ensure that the Beacon you wish to apply the configuration to is powered off
2. Launch the Gimbal Beacon Manager on your phone and if you haven’t logged in
previously, login using the same Gimbal Developer Account (and organization, if
configured) you activated your Beacon against
3. In the Gimbal Beacon Manager app, choose the ‘Configure’ from the pull down
menu. Make sure that the application stays visible on the screen during the
configuration process.
4. Power on the Beacon by switching the internal switch from ‘Off’ to ‘On’. Once
you’ve done so, you’ll notice a green light flashing on the exterior of the Beacon
for approximately 10 seconds. Not only does this indicate that the Beacon is
powering on, while the green light is slow-flashing, it is ready to be connected to
and configured by the Gimbal Beacon Manager application.
5. Within a few seconds, the Gimbal Beacon Manager application will detect the
Beacon and connect to it. This will be indicated on the Beacon by a fast flashing
green light as well as in the Gimbal Beacon Manager application. If Gimbal
Beacon Manager does not connect to the Beacon within 10 seconds, please
power off and power on the Beacon again. If you continue to experience
problems, please contact Gimbal support for assistance.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions in the Gimbal Beacon Manager application to
apply any firmware and/or configuration updates. Once complete, disconnect
from the Beacon in the Gimbal Beacon Manager application.
7. Your Beacon will automatically exit configuration mode indicated by the status
light going solid (green if batteries are good, red if batteries need to be replaced),
and then after 3 seconds, the light will turn off as the Beacon enters its normal
operational state

Note: If you wish to reconfigure a Beacon that is powered on, you may do so by simply
holding the exterior button for 3 seconds until you see the light start to flash slowly.

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Using Your Beacon, continued

Installing your Beacon

The Beacon is easy to install and comes with double-sided adhesive tape that is
designed to adhere to most clean, even surfaces. To install:

1. Open the Beacon and set the top housing (the side with the batteries) aside – we
will be working with the bottom housing first
2. Remove the paper backing from one side of the double-sided tape and apply it
securely to the bottom housing of the Beacon as shown in the Figure 1 example
below

Figure 1: Bottom housing with double-sided tape applied

3. Remove the remaining paper backing from the tape and then securely apply the
bottom housing to the surface you wish to install it on as shown in the Figure 2
below. Make sure the bottom housing is secured before you install the top
housing. (Optional) Remove the physical security screw included in the bottom
housing - see step #4 for details.

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Figure 2: Bottom housing installed

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4. Gently place the top housing on top of the bottom housing until it snaps closed as
shown in Figure 3 below. Your Beacon is now installed. (Optional) Lock the tab
by screwing the included physical security screw into the threaded hole on the
appropriate beacon closure tab.

Figure 3: Top housing installed

CAUTION: When the Beacon is closed, the top and bottom housings are
NOT flush. An example of a properly closed Beacon is shown in Figure 4 below.
This is designed so that in the case of an uneven surface, the Beacon can still be
opened properly to replace batteries when it becomes necessary.

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Figure 4: Properly closed Beacon is NOT flush

DO NOT apply excessive pressure while closing the Beacon or after it has been
installed as doing so can damage the Beacon

Replacing the batteries in your Beacon

The Beacon has four (4) AA alkaline batteries that will typically power the Beacon for
approximately 48 months but depends on configuration and environment. To test the
batteries, make sure the Beacon is powered on and press the external button. If it lights
‘Green’, the batteries are good. If it lights ‘Red’, the batteries need to be replaced.
Alternately, you can see the latest battery status for you Beacon within you Gimbal
Manager Account.
1. Visit https://manager.gimbal.com/ and login with the Gimbal Developer Account
(and organization, if configured) you activated your Beacon against
2. Navigate to ‘Beacons’ and find the Beacon name or ID you wish to check battery
status for

To replace the batteries:

1. Switch the power switch to the ‘Off’ position
2. Remove and properly dispose of the old batteries
3. Install four (4) new AA alkaline batteries
4. Switch the power switch to the ‘On’ position
Note: It’s important when replacing the batteries to only use new, matched batteries of
the same type. Using mixed batteries may cause problems with the Beacon.

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Troubleshooting Tips

For troubleshooting tips and Frequently Asked Questions, please visit

https://manager.gimbal.com/, login with your Gimbal Developer Account and click on
‘Support’.
Additional specifications are available online in the Gimbal store at:
http://store.gimbal.com/

Status Light Modes

Light Color / Status Indicated Notes
Button State
No Light None The status light’s default state is off.
(before button
press)
No Light Beacon is not powered / notEither the internal power switch is set
(after button functioning properly. to off, batteries are not installed, or
press) installed batteries need to be replaced.
Slow Flashing Beacon is powering on and When initially powered on, the green
Green Light in configuration mode (lasts
light flashes slowly. You can optionally
(no button ~10 seconds) connect to the Beacon in this state
press) using the Gimbal Beacon Manager
application to configure the Beacon.
Fast Flashing Beacon has been While connected, the light will continue
Green Light connected to by Gimbal to fast flash green. Once you
(before button Beacon Manager app (lasts disconnect with the Gimbal Beacon
press) for as long as the Manager application, it will
connection is established) automatically return to its normal
operational state.
Solid Green Beacon has good batteries Either the Beacon has just finished
Light (before and is working properly powering on or has just finished being
button press) (lasts for ~3 seconds) configured.
Solid Green Beacon has good batteries, Pushing the button gives you a quick
Light (after is powered on, and working status anytime you want to know
button press) properly (lasts for ~3 whether your Beacon is on and working
seconds) properly.
Long Button None. Works in any light This allows you to reboot the Beacon
Press (longer state as long as the Beacon without opening the Beacon and
than 3 is powered on. switching the power off/on. It is useful
seconds) for re-entering configuration mode
when the Beacon is closed.

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Amber or Red Batteries are low and need The amber and red lights look visually
Light (after to be replaced. similar. If you see an indication other
button press) than a green light, it’s time to replace
the Beacon’s batteries.

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Regulatory Information

Safety and wireless devices

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). 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.

Can I minimize my RF exposure?

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.

Where can I obtain further information?

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

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Regulatory Information, continued
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/

United States, FCC Information

The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ 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:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation
The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ 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:
• Increase the distance between the Beacon and radio or television receiver, or
• Consult the dealer where you bought your radio/TV or an experienced radio/TV
technician

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Regulatory Information, continued
If the Beacon is being interfered with, try the following actions:
• Make sure that the Beacon is no closer than 10 ft. (3 m) of a wireless access
point, microwave oven, or 2.4 GHz cordless phone, and/or
• Increase the distance between the Beacon and any other electronic equipment
by moving the Beacon
The FCC ID for the Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ (model 900-0007-000) is
R6CGS22.

CAUTION: The Beacon should not be used in airplanes, hospitals, or locations where
cellular telephones and other electronic devices are prohibited.

Canada, Industry Canada Information

The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ 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:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
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™ Proximity Beacon Series
22™ (model 900-0007-000) is 10756A-GS22.

Japan, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Information

The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ has been approved for operation in Japan
by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC).
The MIC Type certification number for the Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™
(model 900-0007-000) is 007-AE0043

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Regulatory Information, continued

European Union (and other countries which require the CE Mark), Information
The Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series 22™ 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. This device complies with ICNIRP exposure levels.
The Notified Body Opinion Number (NBO) for the Gimbal™ Proximity Beacon Series
22™ (model 900-0007-000) is AN16C10848 (Notified Body Nr: 0984).

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