Apple A1573 Apple iBeacon User Manual Apple iBeacon User Guide

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Contents1. At a Glance 51.1 Overview 51.1.1 Threaded Hole 51.1.2 Status LED 51.1.3 Micro-USB Receptacle 61.1.4 Slide Switch 61.2 Accessories 61.2.1 USB power adapter 61.2.2 USB to Micro-USB cable 62. Getting Started 72.1 Charging 72.2 Normal Mode 72.3 Programming Mode 73. Safety, Handling, and Support 83.1 Handling 83.2 Repairing 83.3 Cleaning 83.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttons 93.5 Charging 93.6 Operating temperature 93.7 Prolonged heat exposure 93.8 Radio frequency interference 103.9 Explosive atmospheres 104. Regulatory compliance information 114.1 FCC compliance statement 114.2 Canadian regulatory statement 114.3 Europe — EU Declaration of Conformity 124.4 Japan VCCI Class B Statement 125. Disposal and recycling information 135.1 European Union — Disposal Information 132014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.2
5.2 Türkiye 145.3 Brasil — Informações sobre descarte e reciclagem 145.4 Latin America — Información sobre eliminación de residuos y reciclaje 145.5 China — Battery Statement 155.6 China — Environmental Protection Information 155.7 Taiwan — Battery Statement 155.8 Taiwan — Recycling Information 155.9 Apple and the environment 162014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.3Contents
Tables1. At a Glance 5Table 1-1 Apple iBeacon LED behavior 52014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.4
This guide describes Apple iBeacon (Model A1573).1.1 Overview1.1.1 Threaded HoleThe Threaded Hole (see figure highlight A) accepts a standard M5 screw and may be used to securely mountApple iBeacon to other structures.1.1.2 Status LEDThe Status LED (see figure highlight B) is intended as a convenient indicator of operating mode and batterystate. Under normal operating conditions, the Status LED is turned off to save power and remain inconspicuous.Table 1-1 Apple iBeacon LED behaviorFully ChargedChargingNot ChargingOffRedOffOff2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.51. At a Glance
Fully ChargedChargingNot ChargingOffRedOffNormalGreen (Blink)Red/Orange (Blink)GreenProgrammingThe Status LED will turn off and on at 500 ms intervals when Blink is specified along with a single color. Whentwo colors are specified, the LED will alternate between the two colors every 500 ms instead of between offand on states.1.1.3 Micro-USB ReceptaclePlug a USB to Micro-USB cable into the Micro-USB Receptacle (see figure highlight C) and connect AppleiBeacon into a USB power adapter to charge.1.1.4 Slide SwitchThe Slide Switch (see figure highlight D) has 3 possible positions: ●Off ●On ●MomentaryApple iBeacon will enter Programming mode when the Slide Switch is moved from the On position to theMomentary position and held there for a minimum of 3 seconds. The Slide Switch may be released after AppleiBeacon has entered this mode.1.2 AccessoriesThe following accessories are not included with Apple iBeacon and must be purchased separately:1.2.1 USB power adapterUse any Apple USB power adapter to power Apple iBeacon and charge the battery. The Apple 5W USB PowerAdapter is recommended.1.2.2 USB to Micro-USB cableUse any standard USB to Micro-USB cable to connect Apple iBeacon to a USB power adapter to charge.1. At a Glance1.2 Accessories2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.6
2.1 ChargingApple iBeacon has an internal, lithium-ion rechargeable battery. The best way to charge the Apple iBeaconbattery is to connect Apple iBeacon to a power outlet using the not-included USB to Micro-USB cable andApple USB power adapter.2.2 Normal ModeWhen 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 Programming ModeTo program Apple iBeacon's settings, put the Apple iBeacon into Programming mode using the Slide Switchand then run the Apple iBeacon programming app on another Apple device.2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.72. Getting Started
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 usingApple iBeacon. 3.1 HandlingHandle Apple iBeacon with care. It is made of plastic and has sensitive electronic components inside. AppleiBeacon can be damaged if dropped, burned, punctured, or crushed, or if it comes in contact with liquid. Don'tuse a damaged Apple iBeacon, such as one with a damaged enclosure, as it may cause injury.3.2 RepairingDon't open Apple iBeacon and don't attempt to repair Apple iBeacon by yourself. Disassembling Apple iBeaconmay damage it or may cause injury to you. If Apple iBeacon is damaged, malfunctions, or comes in contactwith liquid, contact Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider.3.3 CleaningClean Apple iBeacon if it comes in contact with anything that might cause stains - such as dirt, ink, makeup,or lotions. To clean: ●Disconnect all cables and turn Apple iBeacon off (slide the Slide Switch to the Off position) ●Use a soft, lint-free cloth ●Avoid getting moisture in openings ●Don't use cleaning products or compressed air2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.83. Safety, Handling, and Support
3.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttonsNever force a connector into a port or apply excessive pressure to a button, because this may cause damagethat is not covered under the warranty. If the connector and port don't join with reasonable ease, they probablydon't match. Check for obstructions and make sure that the connector matches the port and that you havepositioned the connector correctly in relation to the port.3.5 ChargingCharge Apple iBeacon with the USB to Micro-USB cable connected to an Apple USB power adapter (bothavailable separately). Using damaged cables or chargers, or charging when moisture is present, can causeelectric shock. When you use the Apple USB Power Adapter to charge Apple iBeacon, make sure that the ACplug or AC power cord is fully inserted into the adapter before you plug it into a power outlet.3.6 Operating temperatureApple iBeacon is designed to work in ambient temperatures between 32 and 95 degrees F (0 and 35 degreesC) and stored in temperatures between -4 and 113 degrees F (-20 and 45 degrees C). Apple iBeacon can bedamaged and battery life shortened if stored or operated outside of these temperature ranges. Avoid exposingApple iBeacon to dramatic changes in temperature or humidity.3.7 Prolonged heat exposureApple iBeacon and the Apple USB power adapter (available separately) comply with applicable surfacetemperature standards and limits. However, even within these limits, sustained contact with warm surfacesfor long periods of time may cause discomfort or injury. Use common sense to avoid situations where yourskin is in contact with a device or its power adapter when it's operating or plugged into a power source forlong periods of time. For example, don't sleep or place a device or power adapter under a blanket, pillow, oryour body when it's plugged into a power source. It's important to keep Apple iBeacon and the Apple USBpower adapter in a well-ventilated area when using or charging them. Take special care if you have a physicalcondition that affects your ability to detect heat against the body.3. Safety, Handling, and Support3.4 Using connectors, ports, and buttons2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.9
3.8 Radio frequency interferenceObserve signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of electronic devices (for example, in healthcarefacilities or blasting areas). Although Apple iBeacon is designed, tested, and manufactured to comply withregulations governing radio frequency emissions, such emissions from Apple iBeacon can negatively affectthe operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Turn off Apple iBeacon to turn offthe Apple iBeacon wireless transmitter when use is prohibited, such as while traveling in aircraft, or when askedto do so by authorities.3.9 Explosive atmospheresDo not charge or use Apple iBeacon in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, such as a fuelingarea, or in areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders). Obey allsigns and instructions.3. Safety, Handling, and Support3.8 Radio frequency interference2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.10
4.1 FCC compliance statementThis 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, pursuantto part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following measures: ●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ●Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Important: Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple could void the electromagneticcompatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. This producthas demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devicesand shielded cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant peripheral devicesand shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios,televisions, and other electronic devices.4.2 Canadian regulatory statementThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the followingtwo 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.2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.114. Regulatory compliance information
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts delicence. 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 estsusceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)4.3 Europe — EU Declaration of ConformityApple Inc. hereby declares that this wireless device is in compliance with the essential requirements and otherrelevant provisions of the R&TTE Directive. A copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available online athttp://www.apple.com/euro/compliance/.Apple's EU representative is Apple Distribution International, Hollyhill Industrial Estate, Cork, Ireland.4.4 Japan VCCI Class B Statement4. Regulatory compliance information4.3 Europe — EU Declaration of Conformity2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.12
Apple iBeacon must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. Because it contains abattery, Apple iBeacon must be disposed of separately from household waste. When Apple iBeacon reachesits end of life, contact Apple or your local authorities to learn about recycling options.The lithium-ion battery in Apple iBeacon should be replaced only by Apple or an Apple Authorized ServiceProvider, and must be recycled or disposed of separately from household waste. For information about batteryrecycling and replacement, go to http://www.apple.com/batteries/replacements.html. For information aboutApple's recycling program, go to http://www.apple.com/recycling.5.1 European Union — Disposal InformationThe symbol above means that according to local laws and regulations your product and/or its battery shall bedisposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collectionpoint designated by local authorities. The separate collection and recycling of your product and/or its batteryat the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner thatprotects human health and the environment.Union Européenne — informations sur l'éliminationLe symbole ci-dessus signifie que, conformément aux lois et réglementations locales, vous devez jeter votreproduit et/ou sa batterie séparément des ordures ménagères. Lorsque ce produit arrive en fin de vie, apportez-leà un point de collecte désigné par les autorités locales. La collecte séparée et le recyclage de votre produitet/ou de sa batterie lors de sa mise au rebut aideront à préserver les ressources naturelles et à s'assurer qu'ilest recyclé de manière à protéger la santé humaine et l'environnement.Europäische Union — Informationen zur EntsorgungDas oben aufgeführte Symbol weist darauf hin, dass dieses Produkt und/oder die damit verwendete Batterieden geltenden gesetzlichen Vorschriften entsprechend und vom Hausmüll getrennt entsorgt werden muss.Geben Sie dieses Produkt zur Entsorgung bei einer offiziellen Sammelstelle ab. Durch getrenntes Sammelnund Recycling werden die Rohstoffreserven geschont und es ist sichergestellt, dass beim Recycling des Produktsund/oder der Batterie alle Bestimmungen zum Schutz von Gesundheit und Umwelt eingehalten werden.2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.135. Disposal and recycling information
Unione Europea — informazioni per lo smaltimentoIl simbolo qui sopra significa che, in base alle leggi e alle normative locali, il prodotto e/o la sua batteriadovrebbero essere riciclati separatamente dai rifiuti domestici. Quando il prodotto diventa inutilizzabile, portalonel punto di raccolta stabilito dalle autorità locali. La raccolta separata e il riciclaggio del prodotto e/o dellasua batteria al momento dello smaltimento aiutano a conservare le risorse naturali e assicurano che il riciclaggioavvenga nel rispetto della salute umana e dell' ambiente.EU — Information om kasseringSymbolen ovan betyder att produkten och/eller dess batteri enligt lokala lagar och bestämmelser inte får kastastillsammans med hushållsavfallet. När produkten har tjänat ut måste den tas till en återvinningsstation somutsetts av lokala myndigheter. Genom att låta den uttjänta produkten och/eller dess batteri tas om hand föråtervinning hjälper du till att spara naturresurser och skydda hälsa och miljö.5.2 TürkiyeTürkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeligine Uygundur.5.3 Brasil — Informações sobre descarte e reciclagemO símbolo indica que este produto e/ou sua bateria não devem ser descartadas no lixo doméstico. Quandodecidir descartar este produto e/ou sua bateria, faça-o de acordo com as leis e diretrizes ambientais locais.Para informações sobre substâncias de uso restrito, o programa de reciclagem da Apple, pontos de coleta etelefone de informações, visite http://www.apple.com/br/environment.5.4 Latin America — Información sobre eliminación de residuos yreciclajeEl símbolo indica que este producto y/o su batería no debe desecharse con los residuos domésticos. Cuandodecida desechar este producto y/o su batería, hágalo de conformidad con las leyes y directrices ambientaleslocales. Para obtener información sobre el programa de reciclaje de Apple, puntos de recolección para reciclaje,sustancias restringidas y otras iniciativas ambientales, visite http://www.apple.com/la/environment/.5. Disposal and recycling information5.2 Türkiye2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.14
5.5 China — Battery Statement5.6 China — Environmental Protection Information5.7 Taiwan — Battery Statement5.8 Taiwan — Recycling Information5. Disposal and recycling information5.5 China — Battery Statement2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.15
5.9 Apple and the environmentAt Apple, we recognize our responsibility to minimize the environmental impacts of our operations andproducts. For more information, go to http://www.apple.com/environment.5. Disposal and recycling information5.9 Apple and the environment2014-07-03 | Copyright © 2014 Apple Inc. All Rights Reserved.16
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