How to Choose Right Programmable Beacon for Your Needs

PublishTime： 2023-11-01 Article Source：FEASYCOM News

A Programmable Beacon is a device that transmits a signal containing specific information that can be received and interpreted by compatible devices, such as a smartphone or other internet-enabled device. These beacons use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to transmit data and can be programmed to send a variety of information, including product information, location-based alerts, special promotions, and more. Users can interact with these beacons by downloading a compatible app that can detect and respond to beacon signals. The applications of programmable beacons are wide-ranging and can be used in industries such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and transportation, among others.

Choose the Right Programmable Beacon

Choosing the right programmable beacon can depend on several factors. Here are some considerations to keep in mind:

Compatibility: Make sure the programmable beacon is compatible with the devices you want to interact with. Most beacons use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, but it's essential to ensure that it supports the versions of BLE compatible with your devices.

Battery Life: The battery life of the beacon determines the recurrent expenses and maintenance needs. Longer battery life could span between a few months or several years, which ensures reliable wireless transmissions.

Features: Different beacons have distinct capabilities that allow them to broadcast specific information, support a particular number of Bluetooth devices, and support specific sensors like motion sensing, temperature sensitivity, or simple button triggering.

Configuration Process: Choose a beacon that is easy to set up and configure to avoid losing time on tedious labor. Several platforms, like Estimote, offer a user-friendly installation and configuration process that saves time, integrates with applications and IoT platforms.

Price: Beacon prices vary depending on brand, quality, and features, but since beacons are a recurrent expense due to battery replacements, maintenance, and upgrades, it's essential to choose a product that guarantees a good price-to-value ratio.

Size and Form Factor: There are several sizes and forms of beacons, including coin-cell-shaped, USB-powered, and wristband-based. Choose the right form factor based on your use case and where you intend to place the beacon.

Recommended Beacon

FEASYCOM owns a rich set of programmable beacons:

Bluetooth BLE USB Dongle Transmitter | FSC-BP101Y

Bluetooth 5.1 Waterproof Bluetooth Beacon And Tags For Location | FSC-BP108

Dialog DA14531 400m Bluetooth 5.1 Low Energy Beacon | FSC-BP104D

Bluetooth ibeacon tag Asset Tracking DA14531 | FSC-BP103B

BLE 5.1 NFC Card Waterproof Beacon Device | FSC-BP105N

CC2640 Bluetooth 5.1 Low Energy Beacon Wristband | FSC-BP107

Programmable Beacon tutorial

Users could download the FeasyBeacon app from both the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

Here are some steps to program the parameters of Beacon:
1. Open the FeasyBeacon app, in the FeasyBeacon"Beacon" interface, you can see the beacons nearby.
2. Press the“Setting" button, and select the beacon from the listing that you need. (Recommend placing beacon close to your phone for quick connection)

3. Input the default password: 000000.

4. After the successful connection, you can configure the beacon parameters or add new broadcasts, and click "Save" after completion.

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