Siemens 3UG4 - 1.3 DataMatrix code

Introduction
1.3 DataMatrix code
3UG4 / 3RR2 monitoring relays
Manual, 05/2016, NEB927043002000/RS-AC/004
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1.3
DataMatrix code
A DataMatrix code is lasered onto all 3UG4/3RR2 monitoring relay devices underneath the
label.
The DataMatrix codes are standardized in ISO/IEC 16022. The DataMatrix codes on
Siemens devices use ECC200 coding for powerful error correction.
The following device information is encoded in the DataMatrix codes as a bit stream:
● Article number
● Serial number
● If applicable, MAC address
This information is stored in the following format in the DataMatrix code:
1P
Article
number
+
S
Location
/
Date
Serial number
Data
identifier
User
content
Separator
User content
Separator
User content
User content
Note
The information content is displayed without spaces.
This machine-readable information simplifies and accelerates handling of the respective
devices.
As well as fast access to the serial numbers of the respective devices for unique
identification, the DataMatrix codes simplify communication with Siemens Technical Support.