Spot Training 11 September 2014

To calibrate, it is necessary to stand at the calibration point and complete at least one 360-degree turn within 30 seconds. This process allows the device or system to establish a reference point and adjust its measurements or settings accordingly. By performing a full rotation, the calibration process can account for any potential errors or inconsistencies in the initial positioning, ensuring accurate readings or functionality. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct.

SPoT stands for Smart Positioning Technology. This acronym suggests that SPoT is a technology that involves smart and accurate positioning. It implies that SPoT is a system or method that uses advanced technology to determine and track the precise position of an object or individual. The term "Smart" indicates that the technology is intelligent and capable of making informed decisions or adjustments based on the positioning data it receives. Therefore, Smart Positioning Technology is the most suitable explanation for the given answer.

The minimum requirement to activate SPoT services is Ruckus Access Points being managed by ZD1100 release 9.8 with SPoT hosted Software Service on the required Access Points. This means that in order to activate SPoT services, the Ruckus Access Points must be managed by a ZD1100 with a release version of 9.8, and the SPoT hosted Software Service must be installed on the required Access Points.

The statement is true because SPoT, which stands for Smart Positioning Technology, is a cloud-based location services platform provided by Ruckus. It utilizes the existing hardware and infrastructure of Ruckus APs (Access Points) and controllers. This means that customers who already have Ruckus APs and controllers do not need to invest in any additional hardware or infrastructure to use SPoT.

SPoT accuracy refers to the accuracy of a location tracking system called SPoT (Smart Phone Tracking). This system is designed to provide location information with a high level of precision. The statement suggests that SPoT accuracy is typically at the room level, meaning that it can accurately determine the location within a specific room, with an accuracy range of 5 to 8 meters. Therefore, the answer "True" implies that the statement is correct and SPoT accuracy is indeed typically at the room level accuracy.

The two mandatory information that must be present on the submitted map are dimensions and AP locations. Dimensions provide the size and scale of the map, allowing for accurate representation. AP locations, on the other hand, indicate the specific locations of access points, which are crucial for understanding the coverage and connectivity of the network.

A site survey is a set of procedures that helps understand the physical environment from a RF (radio frequency) perspective and gather the business requirements of the WLAN (wireless local area network). It involves assessing the site's layout, analyzing the RF interference, and identifying potential coverage and capacity issues. This information is crucial for designing and deploying a wireless network that meets the specific needs of the business. RF planning or wireless knowledge tools may provide some insights, but they cannot fully replace the value of actually being on-site to gather accurate data and assess the environment. The desired goals of the wireless deployment should always be discussed after the site survey to ensure the network design aligns with the business requirements. The Ruckus ZonePlanner is mentioned as a great tool to have during the site survey, but it is not the correct answer to the question.

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SPoT customers can utilize movement analytics to track and analyze the movement patterns of individuals within a specific area. This information can be valuable for businesses to understand customer behavior, optimize store layouts, and improve overall customer experience. User engagement refers to the ability to interact and engage with customers through personalized notifications, offers, and promotions based on their location. This feature can help businesses increase customer loyalty and drive sales.

The top SPoT Ecosystem Partner opportunities include custom web and mobile app development leveraging the SPoT APIs, development of advanced analytics dashboards, and aggregating location-based data to enable targeted advertising. These three opportunities align with the core capabilities and objectives of the SPoT ecosystem, which is focused on leveraging technology to enhance location-based services and enable targeted marketing strategies. By developing custom apps, creating analytics dashboards, and aggregating location-based data, partners can effectively contribute to the ecosystem and help businesses make informed decisions and deliver personalized experiences to their customers.

Yes, it is possible to deploy SPoT with just 1 AP if accuracy is not important and only "Presence" is desired. This means that the system will be able to detect the presence of a device in a general area, but it may not be able to provide precise location information. However, if accuracy is not a critical factor for the deployment, then using just 1 AP can be sufficient.

Estimations and heuristics based on one or two access points (APs) are often highly inaccurate and lack real value because many points around the APs will have identical received signal strength (RSS) vectors. This means that relying on a small number of APs may not provide enough information to accurately determine the location. Multiple APs with different RSS vectors are needed to improve the accuracy of location estimations. Therefore, the statement that AP location estimations and heuristics from one or two APs are often highly inaccurate and lack real value is true.

The main components of the SPoT Architecture are the SPoT Positioning Engine, SPoT Analytics Dashboard, and SPoT APIs. These three components work together to provide accurate positioning information, analyze data, and enable integration with other systems and applications. The SPoT Positioning Engine is responsible for determining the location of devices, the SPoT Analytics Dashboard allows users to visualize and interpret the collected data, and the SPoT APIs enable integration with external systems and applications.

When a Mean RSSI shows a whole number, it means that there were insufficient sample RSSI collected. This indicates that the data collected may not be reliable or representative of the actual RSSI values. It suggests that there may be a need for more data collection in order to obtain a more accurate and meaningful Mean RSSI value.

An ideal CP calibration should obtain more than 20 samples of RSSI. This is because having a larger number of samples helps to ensure a more accurate and reliable calibration process. With a higher number of samples, any potential outliers or inconsistencies in the data can be better identified and accounted for, leading to a more precise calibration of the CP.

The correct answer is "Access Point" because the question is asking for the location where the status monitoring for AP to Location Server can be found on the SPoT Admin Portal. The Access Point section of the portal is likely to have this monitoring feature as it is directly related to the APs and their connection to the Location Server.

The main data views in the SPoT Analytics Dashboard include Heat Map, Unique Visitors, Average Dwell Time, Repeat Visitors. However, Logged-in Visitors is not a main data view in the dashboard.

Generally, more access points (APs) are required to achieve better accuracy in wireless communication. In this case, to achieve a 5m accuracy, it is stated that you will require a mean Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) of at least -70dBm or better with 3 or more APs. This means that the signal strength needs to be stronger than -70dBm for accurate positioning.

The first statement is true because personally identifiable information (PII) is not captured unless the client device associates with the venue's wireless network, ensuring privacy. The second statement is also true because client devices do not need to associate with the venue's wireless network for the venue to capture useful location data. The third statement is true as well because only the MAC address is captured for client devices that are not associated with the venue's wireless network, further protecting privacy.

SPoT, or Smart Personalization of Things, is a technology that can be used in a retail venue for various purposes. Measurable advertising impact is one of the effective uses of SPoT as it allows retailers to track the effectiveness of their advertising campaigns and make data-driven decisions. Improved product placement is another effective use as SPoT can analyze customer behavior and optimize the placement of products to increase sales. Staff management is also identified as an effective use of SPoT as it can help retailers monitor employee performance and allocate resources efficiently. However, inventory management and better time management are not mentioned as effective uses of SPoT in a retail venue.

To become a SPoT Ecosystem Partner, two requirements must be met. The first is the ability to co-market with the Ruckus VAR partners. This means that the partner should be willing and capable of collaborating with other Ruckus Value Added Resellers in joint marketing efforts. The second requirement is proven integration with the SPoT APIs. This indicates that the partner should have demonstrated successful integration of their products or services with the SPoT Application Programming Interfaces, ensuring seamless compatibility and functionality.

After receiving notification from the SPoT team that the venue is up and ready, the next step would be to perform the ZD (ZoneDirector) configuration. This involves setting up and configuring the ZoneDirector, which is a wireless LAN controller that manages and controls the access points in the network. The ZD configuration includes tasks such as creating WLANs (Wireless Local Area Networks), configuring security settings, setting up VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks), and managing user access and authentication. This step is crucial in ensuring the proper functioning and management of the wireless network at the venue.

Ruckus VAR Partners can take advantage of the opportunity to sell against marketing budgets by offering SPoT as a solution for targeted advertising and customer engagement. They can also develop custom mobile apps using the SPoT API, allowing them to offer unique and tailored solutions to their clients. Additionally, they can aggregate location analytics data provided by SPoT to provide consulting services to vertical markets, helping businesses optimize their operations and improve customer experiences.

To set up SPoT, the first step is to calibrate the system to ensure accurate positioning. Next, mapping is done to create a layout of the area where SPoT will be deployed. Enabling the system involves activating the necessary features and settings. Preparing involves making sure all the required equipment and resources are ready for deployment. Finally, the SPoT system is deployed and put into operation.