EX5210R RUGGED EXCITER
INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION GUIDE
DRAFT 1: Updated 2018/10/10
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EX5210R Exciter Installation & Configuration Guide
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................. 5
Exciter Applications and Industry Examples .............................................. 6
Theft Prevention .................................................................................................. 6
Process Control ..................................................................................................... 6
Automatic Inventory Management ..................................................................... 6
Real-Time Alerts ................................................................................................... 6
Security applications ............................................................................................ 6
Exciter Features ............................................................................................. 7
RFID Detection of STANLEY Healthcare Tags ...................................................... 7
Tag Behavior Modification .................................................................................. 7
Message Programming Functions ........................................................................ 8
Network Connectivity .......................................................................................... 8
Chaining ............................................................................................................... 8
LED Status Indicators .................................................................................... 9
Exciter Connector Panel ............................................................................. 10
Wiring the Exciter ....................................................................................... 12
LF Coverage ................................................................................................. 13
Network and Power Connections .............................................................. 14
Direct Power Supply ........................................................................................... 15
PoE Switch .......................................................................................................... 15
110/220 VAC to 48 VDC PoE Single-Port Injector .............................................. 16
Power Connection Summary .............................................................................. 17
Chaining EX5210R Exciters ......................................................................... 18
EX5210R Chain Connection................................................................................ 18
Configuring Chained Exciters ............................................................................ 19
Configurations for Engine 5.2 and below ....................................................................19
Configurations for Engine 5.3 and above ....................................................................21
DHCP ............................................................................................................. 23
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Resetting the Exciter IP Address ................................................................ 24
Mounting the Exciter .................................................................................. 25
Fixing the Exciter to a Wall/Ceiling .................................................................... 25
Mounting the Exciter to a Poll ........................................................................... 27
Appendix A: Exciter and Accessories ........................................................ 28
Appendix B: Exciter Specifications ............................................................ 29
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Introduction
The EX5210R Rugged Exciter is a component of the STANLEY Healthcare suite of
enterprise-level visibility solutions based on standard Wi-Fi wireless
communications for location- based applications. The EX5210R Exciter is
designed for outdoor mounting, providing robust and sophisticated RFID
detection capabilities.
The EX5210R Exciter triggers tags as they pass through a chokepoint or as they
approach the Exciter. Tags in turn transmit a message to either the AeroScout
Location Receivers or to compatible Access Points within range. The Exciter can
activate or deactivate tags, program them, or even instruct the tags to operate
in a specific way (for example, to blink). This provides instant acknowledgment
that a tagged asset has passed through a gate, doorway, or other specifically
defined area. The detection capabilities of the EX5210R Exciter combine
the location features of the AeroScout Location Engine, to make the STANLEY
Healthcare suite the most sophisticated enterprise visibility solution, for various
applications.
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Figure 1: EX5210R Exciter
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Exciter Applications and Industry
Examples
Theft Prevention
Healthcare organizations or enterprises with expensive and mission-critical
equipment can tag valuable assets that are intended to remain within a
specified area. The AeroScout System can track the location of such items and
trigger an alert when they pass through an exit point or enter a restricted area.
Process Control
Manufacturing companies can track the location of equipment, carriers, and the
work-in-process (WIP) inventory during a production cycle. This provides a realtime view of the production line. The type and quantity of products can be
tracked through each step in the process.
Automatic Inventory Management
Logistics organizations can update inventory records by automatically
determining assets within defined areas, ensuring real-time knowledge of
inventory levels without manual checks or barcode scanning.
Real-Time Alerts
Organizations can use the Exciters to trigger automated events and alerts based
on the current location of an asset. For example, in a shipping yard,
notifications can be sent when vehicles pass through gates and enter or exit a
certain dock or bonded area.
Security applications
Exciters can be installed at the entrances of restricted areas to trigger alerts
when unauthorized persons attempt to enter or leave.
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Exciter Features
RFID Detection of STANLEY Healthcare Tags
The Exciter triggers Tags to transmit as they pass through a defined area, within
a range of up to 6.5 meters (21.3 feet)*. This is typically enough to cover door or
gate areas. The Exciter also supports a chained configuration, thus enabling an
increased RFID detection range for larger areas.
*In an outdoor environment, the Exciter’s actual LF coverage range is a maximum of
3meters (9.8feet), even if it is set to the maximum of 6.5m in the Engine.
*When used indoors, the Exciter’s LF coverage range can reach up to 6.5meters.
The Exciter’s effective range may be less than the configured range due to
Note
specific site or environmental conditions. The effective range must be taken
into consideration when planning and designing the deployment.
Figure 2: Exciter Positioned at Chokepoint Triggering a Tag
Tag Behavior Modification
Exciters can be programmed to wirelessly activate and deactivate Tags based on
pre-configured conditions. Tag battery life can be extended by switching them
off when they leave a defined tracking area through a gate or doorway. The
Exciter can also be configured to change the Tag transmission rate temporarily
or indefinitely to accommodate different usage patterns in different
environments.
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Message Programming Functions
The Exciter can store messages on the Tag for subsequent transmission. The
stored messages can subsequently be triggered by other Exciters, enabling
sophisticated process control functions.
The Exciter can trigger a Tag to:
Transmit up to 15 bytes of data sent to it by the Exciter
Transmit one of 15 pre-stored (customer-created) messages
Store up to 15 bytes of data sent to it by the Exciter
Network Connectivity
When connected to the network, the Exciter can be remotely programmed,
monitored, and its firmware can be updated via the AeroScout Engine. The
Exciter can also work in an offline mode, thus eliminating the need for a
physical network connection. In the offline mode, however, remote
configuration and monitoring is not available.
Chaining
In an area where the required low frequency (LF) coverage exceeds the capacity
of one Exciter, the Exciter can be chained to another Exciter for complete and
precise coverage.
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LED Status Indicators
The EX5210R has a single LED that changes color based on the Exciter's status as
follows:
Green (continuous): The Exciter is transmitting and functioning correctly
Green (Blinking) During Firmware upgrade the Exciter blinks green until
the upgrade is complete
Red (Blinking) During IP reset the Exciter blinks red
Red (continuous): Error
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Exciter Mounting Plate
8 Mounting Plate Screws
Sealed Connector Compartment
Exciter Connector Panel
The EX5210R Exciter connection panel is housed in the sealed compartment at
the back of the Exciter.
Unscrew the 8 mounting plate screws and remove the plate.
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