Zebra WherePort Data Networking

Zebra Location Solutions has developed the indoor Ethernet-capable WherePort IV exciter, designed to enhance asset management by providing precise proximity indications. The WherePort IV triggers a WhereTag IV asset tag to send out blinks adhering to the 24730-2 or Wi-Fi CCX standard, carrying the unique ID of the WherePort IV. These blinks provide improved asset visibility as they traverse the WherePort IV field, crucial for monitoring essential workstations such as entry/exit points, loading docks, repair areas, and assembly lines. These critical spots can be defined within the Real-Time Locating System (RTLS) software as 2D zones. WherePorts improve system efficiency by tracking work-in-progress without needing a full-scale RTLS reader setup. The WherePort IV can also initiate an alternate blink mode on the WhereTag IV, featuring a quicker blink rate for a specified duration for better visibility at key locations.The signal field of the WherePort IV is near-spherical with a configurable range from 0.5 m (1.5 ft) to 7 m (23 ft), adjustable via 32 different settings. Multiple WherePort IV units can be interconnected for extended coverage. Built for fixed indoor settings, the device is dust and water-resistant and meets NEMA 12 standards, allowing for installation in plenum spaces. It boasts a streamlined profile, making it more compact than its predecessor, the WherePort III. The device offers Ethernet connectivity for both configuration and communication while also supporting IEEE 802.3af compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) and an alternative power jack for non-PoE usage. Configuration is also manageable through the WhereWand tool, though Ethernet connectivity is not essential for typical operations.

Features and Benefits

• Indoor Ethernet Enabled Exciter
• IEEE 802.3af POE Compliant
• Compact Design
• Accurate Range Adjustability