Apple iBeacon User Guide Release R1
Contents 1. At a Glance 5 1.1 Overview 5 1.1.1 Threaded Hole 5 1.1.2 Status LED 5 1.1.3 Micro-USB Receptacle 6 1.1.4 Slide Switch 6 1.2 Accessories 6 1.2.1 USB power adapter 6 1.2.2 USB to Micro-USB cable 6 2. Getting Started 7 2.1 Charging 7 2.2 Normal Mode 7 2.3 Programming Mode 7 3. Safety, Handling, and Support 8 3.1 Handling 8 3.2 Repairing 8 3.3 Cleaning 8 3.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttons 9 3.5 Charging 9 3.6 Operating temperature 9 3.7 Prolonged heat exposure 9 3.
Contents 5.2 Türkiye 14 5.3 Brasil — Informações sobre descarte e reciclagem 14 5.4 Latin America — Información sobre eliminación de residuos y reciclaje 14 5.5 China — Battery Statement 15 5.6 China — Environmental Protection Information 15 5.7 Taiwan — Battery Statement 15 5.8 Taiwan — Recycling Information 15 5.9 Apple and the environment 16 2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Tables 1. At a Glance 5 Table 1-1 Apple iBeacon LED behavior 5 2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.
1. At a Glance This guide describes Apple iBeacon (Model A1573). 1.1 Overview 1.1.1 Threaded Hole The Threaded Hole (see figure highlight A) accepts a standard M5 screw and may be used to securely mount Apple iBeacon to other structures. 1.1.2 Status LED The Status LED (see figure highlight B) is intended as a convenient indicator of operating mode and battery state. Under normal operating conditions, the Status LED is turned off to save power and remain inconspicuous.
1. At a Glance 1.2 Accessories Not Charging Charging Fully Charged Normal Off Red Off Programming Green Red/Orange (Blink) Green (Blink) The Status LED will turn off and on at 500 ms intervals when Blink is specified along with a single color. When two colors are specified, the LED will alternate between the two colors every 500 ms instead of between off and on states. 1.1.
2. Getting Started 2.1 Charging Apple iBeacon has an internal, lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The best way to charge the Apple iBeacon battery is to connect Apple iBeacon to a power outlet using the not-included USB to Micro-USB cable and Apple USB power adapter. 2.2 Normal Mode When the Slide Switch is in the On position, the Apple iBeacon will be visible to iOS apps that work with iBeacon, using the configuration that has been set by the Apple iBeacon programming app. 2.
3. Safety, Handling, and Support Note: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injuries, or damage to Apple iBeacon or other property. Read all the safety information below before using Apple iBeacon. 3.1 Handling Handle Apple iBeacon with care. It is made of plastic and has sensitive electronic components inside. Apple iBeacon can be damaged if dropped, burned, punctured, or crushed, or if it comes in contact with liquid.
3. Safety, Handling, and Support 3.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttons 3.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttons Never force a connector into a port or apply excessive pressure to a button, because this may cause damage that is not covered under the warranty. If the connector and port don't join with reasonable ease, they probably don't match. Check for obstructions and make sure that the connector matches the port and that you have positioned the connector correctly in relation to the port. 3.
3. Safety, Handling, and Support 3.8 Radio frequency interference 3.8 Radio frequency interference Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of electronic devices (for example, in healthcare facilities or blasting areas). Although Apple iBeacon is designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with regulations governing radio frequency emissions, such emissions from Apple iBeacon can negatively affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction.
4. Regulatory compliance information 4.1 FCC compliance statement 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. Note: 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.
4. Regulatory compliance information 4.3 Europe — EU Declaration of Conformity Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisé 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, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) 4.
5. Disposal and recycling information Apple iBeacon must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. Because it contains a battery, Apple iBeacon must be disposed of separately from household waste. When Apple iBeacon reaches its end of life, contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options.
5. Disposal and recycling information 5.2 Türkiye Unione Europea — informazioni per lo smaltimento Il simbolo qui sopra significa che, in base alle leggi e alle normative locali, il prodotto e/o la sua batteria dovrebbero essere riciclati separatamente dai rifiuti domestici. Quando il prodotto diventa inutilizzabile, portalo nel punto di raccolta stabilito dalle autorità locali.
5. Disposal and recycling information 5.5 China — Battery Statement 5.5 China — Battery Statement 5.6 China — Environmental Protection Information 5.7 Taiwan — Battery Statement 5.8 Taiwan — Recycling Information 2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.
5. Disposal and recycling information 5.9 Apple and the environment 5.9 Apple and the environment At Apple, we recognize our responsibility to minimize the environmental impacts of our operations and products. For more information, go to http://www.apple.com/environment. 2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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