A101 Universal UWB Real-Time Positioning Anchor

The A101 is a high-precision real-time positioning anchor based on UWB (ultra-wideband) wireless communication. It uses a ceiling-mount industrial design and is widely used in indoor high-accuracy positioning scenarios. The system supports a TDOA positioning architecture, with typical positioning accuracy of 10–30 cm.

The device is highly flexible: it can serve as a synchronized transmitter in downlink TDOA mode or as a receiving endpoint in uplink TDOA mode. In downlink mode, the A101 can run standalone without a network, which greatly reduces dependence on network infrastructure.

Key features

  • Multi-mode support: Compatible with uplink and downlink TDOA positioning modes to suit different deployment models.
  • High-precision clock sync: Proprietary clock synchronization keeps inter-anchor time error below 0.6 ns for stable centimeter-level positioning.
  • Flexible networking: Built-in Wi-Fi; in downlink TDOA mode, operation without a network is supported.
  • Power and deployment: Standard USB Type-C 5 V input, compatible with common 5 V / 1 A adapters for easier cabling.
  • Smart management: USB HID for local configuration and remote parameter tuning over the network; DHCP or static IP.
  • Security and compatibility: Unique EUI-64 ID, PAN ID filtering; conforms to IEEE 802.15.4-2011.
  • RF tuning: Configurable preamble length, PRF, PAC, and other UWB parameters for challenging multipath environments.
  • Maintainability: Over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates; multi-function status LED with adjustable brightness.

Technical specifications

CategoryParameterSpecification
PhysicalDimensions73 mm × 73 mm × 30 mm
PowerInput voltage / consumption5 V DC / < 1 W
EnvironmentOperating temperature / humidity−10 °C ~ 60 °C / 0% ~ 70% RH (non-condensing)
UWBChannels supportedChannel 5 / Channel 9
Data rate850 Kbps / 6.8 Mbps
RangeUp to ~100 m effective radius (line of sight)
Transmit power< −85 dBm/MHz
NetworkingConnectivityWi-Fi (DHCP / static IP)
ConfigurationInterfacesUSB Type-C (USB HID) / Wi-Fi