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CallButton - voco, the mobile material request device
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CallButton - voco, the mobile material request device

The CallButton is a compact WLAN device with pushbutton and display (display 4x20 characters and signalling lamp / LED) for communication with a host system via HTTP or via a proprietary TCP/IP protocol.

The Call Button contains an 8-bit micro controller and a WLAN module (802.11b/g compatible). Due to its built-in battery and its rigorous power-saving technology, the device can be operated for more than 5 years without maintenance. On location, neither power supply nor network cable is required.

 

 

Specification

General Features

The mobile material request device VOCO considerably simplifies the material flow in logistics and

manufacturing industry by allowing material requests by the push of a button.

 

Environmental Requirements

  • Operating temperature: –20° to 50° C
  • Storage temperature: –20° to 70° C
  • Air humidity: 5 % to 95 %
  • Protection class: IP 54


Physical Properties

  • Casing: Robust industrial case made of Polystyrol
  • Color: Rape yellow, RAL 1021
  • Dimensions: 150 mm x 82 mm x 60 mm

 

Control Panel

Button: >1,000,000 pushes

 

Display

  • Type: LCD B&W, reflective
  • Characters: 4 x 20
  • Visible display area: 75 mm x 25 mm

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  • Signalling lamp: 0.25 Watt bulb, radial beam or triple LED status light

Software / Emulations

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Power Supply

  • Alkali-Mangan Battery: 20 Ah
  • Battery life of up to 5 years
  • Self-discharge: appr. 2 % per year

 

Interfaces

  • Interface: RS 232, for scanners and external switch signals

 

Wireless Transmission

IEEE 802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz or

IEEE 802.11a, 5GHz

(Internal antenna, Diversity)

Encryption:

- WEP 128

- WPA (TKIP)

- WPA2 (AES)

Authentication:

- WPA/PSK

- WPA2/PSK

- WPA/PEAP/MS-CHAPv2(Enterprise)

- WPA2/PEAP/MS-CHAPv2(Enterprise)

 

Barcode Scanner

  • as additional equipment

 

Scope of Supply

  • CallButton including Battery Pack
  • (see also additional equipment)


FAQ

Q: What is the main use of the CallButton?

A: The VOCO-Call Button is used in assembly areas in order to promote smooth production. If a worker in the production line needs fresh supply of material, he can send a WLAN request to the server by the push of a button on the VOCO. This triggers a transportation order to the forklifts.

 

 

Q: Can I also use external devices for signal control?

A: Yes. For example the serial interface can be used to connect a barcode scanner. The material request of the worker can also be processed by scanning the corresponding barcode.

 

Additional Equipment

  • Barcode scanner
  • Colligo - Small parts shelf button
  • External power supply and
  • Voltage converter

 

 
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