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SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker for Indoor and Outdoor Positioning

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Frequency Band

LoRaWAN EU868, US915, or AS923

Data Rate

Up to 50kbps

Range

Up to 15 km (LoRaWAN) and 10 km (GPS)

Battery Life

Up to 5 years (depending on usage and settings)

Operating Temperature

-20C to 55C

Dimensions

60 x 30 x 15 mm

Weight

20g

Applications

The SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker is suitable for a wide range of applications, including

Asset tracking and monitoring

Supply chain management

Vehicle tracking and telematics

Smart cities and infrastructure monitoring

Industrial automation and IoT applications

Wearables and personal tracking devices

Overall, the SenseCAP T1000-A is a versatile and feature-rich LoRaWAN tracker that enables accurate and reliable indoor and outdoor positioning, making it an ideal solution for various IoT-based tracking and monitoring applications.

Pin Configuration

  • SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker for Indoor and Outdoor Positioning: Pinout Explanation and Connection Guide
  • The SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker features a compact design with a 24-pin interface, providing a range of connections for various applications. This documentation will guide you through each pin, explaining its function and how to connect them correctly.
  • Pinout Diagram:
  • Here is a diagram of the 24-pin interface:
  • ```
  • +---------------+
  • | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
  • +---------------+
  • | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
  • +---------------+
  • | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
  • +---------------+
  • | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 |
  • +---------------+
  • | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
  • +---------------+
  • | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
  • +---------------+
  • ```
  • Pin-by-Pin Explanation and Connection Guide:
  • 1. GND (Ground): Connect to the ground pin of your power supply or a common ground point in your system.
  • 2. VIN (Voltage Input): Connect to a power source (3.3V or 5V) to power the tracker. Ensure the input voltage is within the recommended range.
  • 3. EN (Enable): This pin is used to control the power state of the tracker. Connect to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a switch to enable/disable the tracker.
  • 4. DFU (Device Firmware Update): This pin is used for firmware updates. Connect to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter for firmware updates.
  • 5. RXD (Receive Data): This pin is the receive data pin for serial communication. Connect to the transmit pin (TXD) of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • 6. TXD (Transmit Data): This pin is the transmit data pin for serial communication. Connect to the receive pin (RXD) of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • 7. CST (Chip Select): This pin is used to select the LoRaWAN module. Connect to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a dedicated chip select signal.
  • 8. RST (Reset): This pin is used to reset the LoRaWAN module. Connect to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a reset button.
  • 9. INT (Interrupt): This pin is used to indicate interrupts from the LoRaWAN module. Connect to a digital input pin of your microcontroller.
  • 10. VDD (Voltage Supply): This pin provides power to the GPS module. Connect to a power source (3.3V) or a voltage regulator output.
  • 11. GND (Ground): Connect to the ground pin of your power supply or a common ground point in your system.
  • 12. RX (Receive): This pin is the receive data pin for GPS serial communication. Connect to the transmit pin (TX) of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • 13. TX (Transmit): This pin is the transmit data pin for GPS serial communication. Connect to the receive pin (RX) of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • 14. PPS (Pulse Per Second): This pin provides a 1Hz pulse signal from the GPS module. Connect to a digital input pin of your microcontroller or a timing signal input.
  • 15. ANT (Antenna): Connect to a GPS antenna to receive satellite signals.
  • 16. SW (Switch): This pin is used to control the power state of the GPS module. Connect to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a switch to enable/disable the GPS module.
  • 17. NC (Not Connected): This pin is not connected and should be left unconnected.
  • 18. NC (Not Connected): This pin is not connected and should be left unconnected.
  • 19. NC (Not Connected): This pin is not connected and should be left unconnected.
  • 20. NC (Not Connected): This pin is not connected and should be left unconnected.
  • 21. I2C_SCL (I2C Clock): This pin is the clock signal for I2C communication. Connect to the SCL pin of your I2C devices or a microcontroller.
  • 22. I2C_SDA (I2C Data): This pin is the data signal for I2C communication. Connect to the SDA pin of your I2C devices or a microcontroller.
  • 23. VBAT (Battery Voltage): This pin provides the battery voltage level. Connect to a voltage monitoring input pin of your microcontroller or a voltage regulator input.
  • 24. GND (Ground): Connect to the ground pin of your power supply or a common ground point in your system.
  • Connection Structure:
  • When connecting the SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker, ensure the following structure is maintained:
  • 1. Power:
  • Connect VIN to a power source (3.3V or 5V).
  • Connect GND to a common ground point in your system.
  • 2. Serial Communication:
  • Connect RXD to the TXD pin of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • Connect TXD to the RXD pin of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • 3. LoRaWAN Module:
  • Connect CST to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a dedicated chip select signal.
  • Connect RST to a digital output pin of your microcontroller or a reset button.
  • Connect INT to a digital input pin of your microcontroller.
  • 4. GPS Module:
  • Connect VDD to a power source (3.3V) or a voltage regulator output.
  • Connect GND to a common ground point in your system.
  • Connect RX to the TX pin of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • Connect TX to the RX pin of your microcontroller or a USB-to-UART adapter.
  • Connect PPS to a digital input pin of your microcontroller or a timing signal input.
  • 5. I2C Communication:
  • Connect I2C_SCL to the SCL pin of your I2C devices or a microcontroller.
  • Connect I2C_SDA to the SDA pin of your I2C devices or a microcontroller.
  • 6. Battery Voltage Monitoring:
  • Connect VBAT to a voltage monitoring input pin of your microcontroller or a voltage regulator input.
  • Remember to consult the datasheet and user manual for specific connection requirements and configuration details for your application.

Code Examples

SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker for Indoor and Outdoor Positioning
The SenseCAP T1000-A is a compact and versatile LoRaWAN tracker module designed for indoor and outdoor positioning applications. It combines GPS, Wi-Fi, and LoRaWAN technologies to provide accurate location tracking and efficient communication. This documentation provides a comprehensive overview of the component, its features, and code examples for integrating it into various projects.
Features:
1. Tri-mode positioning: GPS, Wi-Fi, and LoRaWAN-based positioning for indoor and outdoor tracking
2. Low power consumption: Optimized for battery-powered devices, with a typical standby current of 2mA
3. Compact design: Small form factor (34.5mm x 22.5mm x 3.5mm) for easy integration
4. LoRaWAN Class A/C compliant: Supports both Class A and Class C LoRaWAN modes
5. WiFi-based indoor positioning: Utilizes Wi-Fi signals for indoor location tracking
6. GPS-based outdoor positioning: Supports GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo satellite systems
7. Integrated antenna: Includes a built-in antenna for LoRaWAN and GPS
Code Examples:
### Example 1: Basic LoRaWAN Tracker using Arduino
This example demonstrates how to use the SenseCAP T1000-A with an Arduino board to send location data to a LoRaWAN server.
Hardware:
SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker
 Arduino Board (e.g., Arduino Uno/Nano)
 LoRaWAN Gateway (optional)
Software:
Arduino IDE
 SenseCAP T1000-A Arduino Library (available on GitHub)
Code:
```c
#include <SenseCAP_T1000A.h>
#define LORAWAN_APP_KEY "your_app_key"
#define LORAWAN_APP_EUI "your_app_eui"
#define LORAWAN_DEV_EUI "your_dev_eui"
SenseCAP_T1000A tracker;
void setup() {
  Serial.begin(9600);
  tracker.begin();
  tracker.join(LORAWAN_APP_KEY, LORAWAN_APP_EUI, LORAWAN_DEV_EUI);
}
void loop() {
  tracker.getLocation();
  float lat = tracker.getLatitude();
  float lon = tracker.getLongitude();
  Serial.print("Latitude: ");
  Serial.print(lat, 6);
  Serial.print(" Longitude: ");
  Serial.println(lon, 6);
tracker.sendLocation(lat, lon);
delay(30000); // Send location data every 30 seconds
}
```
### Example 2: Wi-Fi-based Indoor Positioning using Python
This example demonstrates how to use the SenseCAP T1000-A with a Python script to perform Wi-Fi-based indoor positioning.
Hardware:
SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker
 Raspberry Pi or other single-board computer
Software:
Python 3.x
 SenseCAP T1000-A Python Library (available on GitHub)
Code:
```python
import sensecap_t1000a
tracker = sensecap_t1000a.SenseCAP_T1000A()
while True:
    wifi_data = tracker.get_wifi_data()
    ap_list = wifi_data['ap_list']
for ap in ap_list:
        print(f"AP MAC: {ap['mac']} RSSI: {ap['rssi']}")
# Calculate indoor location using Wi-Fi fingerprinting or trilateration
    # ...
print("Indoor Location: ({}, {})".format(x, y))
# Send location data to a server or database
    # ...
```
These examples illustrate the basic usage of the SenseCAP T1000-A LoRaWAN Tracker in different contexts. For more detailed documentation and advanced usage, please refer to the official SenseCAP documentation and the provided libraries.