It can be deployed anywhere Bluetooth Smart v4.0 and iBeacon™ technologies are used. Already certified and available in a qualified and convenient enclosure, the EMBC01 enables quick and easy deployment in any beacon solution.
The EMBC01 draws less than 25 μA of average current in a typical application, resulting in over 12 months of operation on a single CR2032 battery, which is included with the beacon. The beacon features an integrated low-power EM6819 microcontroller, enabling it to achieve over a year of autonomy for applications with extended beacon intervals. The EMBC01 also includes an integrated mode switch, ensuring the beacons are fully charged upon deployment. Integrated red and green LEDs provide users with information about the device's operating mode.
The EMBC01 includes a miniature antenna designed to maximize communication range. At 0 dBm output power, EM beacons can be detected at 75 meters by an iPhone® 5S; at maximum output power, that distance extends to 120 meters.
Due to the EMBC01's optimized circuit architecture, it is immune to airstrikes, meaning a well-positioned beacon is very secure. Without full physical access, the device's settings cannot be altered.
The EMBC01 comes pre-programmed, with a Renata CR2032 lithium battery and IP-64 certification, a weatherproof plastic case for easy deployment, making it suitable for use at outdoor music festivals, sporting events and arenas; wherever a beacon is required to withstand inclement weather.
Although the EMBC01 is originally shipped pre-programmed and housed in a standard enclosure, it can be easily modified to suit most applications. At the most basic level, it is easy to change the UUID, Major ID, and Minor ID to match the smartphone software application being used. The output power and beacon interval can also be changed to optimize battery life for the desired use case.
For more extensive firmware modifications, EM offers a complete development kit that includes five (5) EMBC01 beacons, a programming card, and software development tools. This allows customers to control the firmware and create their own Bluetooth Smart packages to transmit real-time sensor data, such as temperature, light level, battery voltage, and other physical phenomena.
The EMBC01 enclosure can be customized with any desired embossed logo and is also available in various colors, making the beacon truly your product.
Thanks to its small size, about the size of a coin, the EMBC01 can be used almost anywhere. To help with mounting the EMBC01, EM offers a set of snap-over accessories, such as a key ring and wrist strap for easy carrying, as well as wall-mounting accessories for quick installation.
