General
Battery capacity	1200 mAh
Battery life	4~5 years
Transmission interval	500 ms
RF power	-19.5 ~ 2.5 dBm
Standard RF power	2.5 dBm
Operation temperature	-30 ~ 60 °C
Power consumption standby	0.27 µA
Power consumption transmission	16 µA
Transmission range	100 Metres
Bluetooth protocol	5.1
Technology	BLE iBeacon
Compatibility	Dragino TrackerD
Application range	Indoor, outdoor use

The DRAGINO BCN02 is a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) iBeacon, specifically developed for indoor positioning in IoT applications. The device is based on a Diglog IC and supports the Bluetooth 5.1 protocol, enabling precise and reliable signal transmission. It is designed as an accessory for the Dragino TrackerD to implement a LoRaWAN-based indoor positioning solution. Multiple BCN02 beacons are installed at defined locations, each transmitting a unique UUID via Bluetooth. The TrackerD scans these signals and identifies the beacon with the strongest reception signal, then transmits its identification via LoRaWAN to an IoT server. This allows the exact position of the TrackerD within a building to be determined.

Applications

The BCN02 is suitable for applications requiring precise location tracking within indoor environments, such as warehouses, factories, hospitals, or office buildings. Positioning is achieved through the signal strength of Bluetooth beacons, enabling localization within a range of meters. Although primarily designed for indoor use, the device is also suitable for outdoor deployment, as it is weatherproof and thus protected against rain and moisture.

Functions and Features in Detail

The device features an integrated 1200mAh battery, which provides a lifespan of 4 to 5 years at a transmission interval of 500ms. The low power consumption is achieved through a standby current of 0.27 µA and a transmission current of 16 µA. Configuration of the BCN02 is performed via a mobile phone, allowing settings such as transmission interval or UUID to be adjusted. The operating temperature ranges from -30 °C to 60 °C, enabling use under various climatic conditions.

Technology Explained Simply

The BCN02 operates with the Bluetooth 5.1 standard, which enables improved signal tracking and more accurate distance measurement. The RF power output ranges from -19.5 to 2.5 dBm, with a default value of 2.5 dBm. This affects the range, which can reach up to 100 meters in open areas. Signal transmission occurs via the BLE protocol, optimized for low energy consumption and short latency. The UUID transmitted by the beacon serves as a unique identifier, recognized by the TrackerD and transmitted to the server.

Compatibility and Accessories

The BCN02 is specifically developed for use with the Dragino TrackerD. Positioning is achieved by combining the BLE beacon with the LoRaWAN tracker, where the TrackerD evaluates the received BLE signals and transmits them via LoRaWAN to an IoT server.

Mounting and Installation

When shipped by air, the BCN02 is switched off. To start operation, the device must be rotated to open the lock, and the power plug inserted to initiate operation. Installation is carried out at fixed locations, where the positioning of the beacons influences the accuracy of localization. The weatherproof design allows for mounting outdoors, provided environmental conditions remain within the specified operating temperature range.

Operational Advantages

The BCN02 offers a long operational life due to low power consumption and the integrated battery. Configurability via mobile phone enables flexible adaptation to specific requirements. The combination with the TrackerD enables a cost-effective and scalable indoor positioning solution that does not require additional infrastructure such as WLAN access points. The weatherproof design extends the application range beyond indoor environments.

Scope of Delivery

The scope of delivery includes 1 x BCN02.