The Master device is a static device placed in a known location that acts as a timing reference for the system. The master device transmits a timing beacon that is used by the VM algorithm to correlate timing data reported by anchors. The Master must be physically connected to the PC running the CUWB server application and serves not only as a timing reference but also receives sensor and other data from the network that is reported by devices.
The following devices can act as Masters in the Archimedes RTLS:
DWUSB
The Ciholas DWUSB-SMA is a demonstration device for experimenting with Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Real Time Location Systems (RTLS). In the Ciholas UWB (CUWB) system, the DWUSB can act in multiple roles, such as reference anchor, mobile trackable tag, and UWB network interface. The DWUSB-KIT comes with a DWUSB-SMA unit, removable antenna, USB rechargeable battery, AC/DC wall power adapter, and a USB cable.
The DWUSB is intended to be used for UWB and RTLS research and development, and is not FCC certified.