Installation Guide

PBS installation guide
Parelec Inc.
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Introduction
The PBS is a component of the Precyse iLocate™ real time location system.
The PBS allows for 2-way RF communication with the Smart Agent tags, supporting
multi-frequency mode for unexpected RF interference protection. The PBS base station
is a low cost, low maintenance stand-alone device. This unit communicates with the
central iLocate™ server over existing Ethernet or Wi-Fi networks.
Acronyms
Acronym
Definition
PBS
RF Base Station
Beacon/PBC
RF Transmitter that is continuously transmitting its ID
PBS ID
ID number of PBS
SID
system ID – unique to each project
Tag
compact battery powered device, typically usually attached to
the monitored asset
Frame zone
straight line visibility zone
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indicator
User area
All open and close area that is in use of the system and under its
control
Standards used throughout this guide
Symbol / font
Definition
Warnings and security notes
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Additional notes for information
Audience and scope
This user guide describes the process for installing the Precyse Base Station (PBS) as part
of the iLocate™ RTLS system.