I am using the MDEK1001. I would like to know why the program log sometimes includes dist measurements to each anchor (the 4 top anchors) and sometimes includes XYZ (calculated XYZ based on distances). I can’t figure out when one occurs vs the other. Thanks in advance!
Hi Andersenelias,
A position will be calculated by the location engine (trilateration algorithm) under the conditions below :
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The tag was able to range to at least 3 anchors, maximum 4. In this case, you will have distances to 3 anchors (max 4) in the log.
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A solution exist when running trilateration using the distances to anchors. In this case, in addition to the distances, a position will be reported.
In theory, if the log contains 3 ranges, you almost always have a position calculated.
If it is not the case, there is a fair chance the initial setup (coordinates of each anchors) is very inaccurate, and as a consequence, there is no solution when running trilateration.
Maybe verify your anchors coordinates and let us know how it goes.
Thank you
Cheers
Yves