Installation and
Quick Start Guide
IM5 Reader
Module
Packing List
Checktoensurethatyoureceivetheseitems:
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S Intermec
S Compliance Statement
S Warranty Card
IM5 Reader Module
Host Communication
Host communication comes through the 9-pin female D-sub
connector. RS-232 standards are supported as ordered from the
factory or service center.
S The maximum data rate is 115.2K baud, with 8 data bits, no
parity bit, and 1 stop bit.
S The maximum RS-232 distance from the reader to the host,
modem, or other physical controller interface is 50 feet (15.2
meters).
RS-232 Connections
Pin Number Definition
2 TXD (Transmit Data) to the host
3 RXD (Receive Data) from the host
5 Ground
7 CTS (Clear to Send) from the host
8 RTS (Re quest to Send) to the host
Power Requirements
Power comes in from 8 to 10 volts DC. Your 915 MHz Reader
uses less than 2.4 amps. Intermec supplies 9 volts DC at 2.4
amps from Intermec power supply, p/n: 851-067-001.
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User I/O
A general purpose I/O (Input/Output) connector provides signal lines in and out of the reader allowing monitoring and/or
control of external devices or functions.
Theconnectorforthisisa13-pinfemalecircularDIN.The
mating male connector you need for mating with this is an Intermec p/n: 351-184-001.
I/O Pin-outs
Pin Number Definition
1 GPIO IN0
2 GPIO IN1
3 GPIO IN2
4 GPIO IN3
5 GPIO OUT0
6 GPIO OUT1
7 GPIO OUT2
8 GPIO OUT3
9 through 13 Ground through individual 10 ohm
resistors
Outputs and inputs have 12 volt transient suppression devices
to ground at the connector. Output signals are driven by
2N3904 NPN transistors (low level) with a 100 kohm pull-up
to +5 volts through a silicon diode, giving about a 4.3 volt high
level. An output can be pulled high from an external source as
high as 12 volts. This will however tend to pull the other outputs higher (through two 100k resistors). The low level will be
about0.1voltuptoabout30mA.Theoutputlowvoltagewill
climb higher as the sink current increases. There is no protection
on this. You need to ensure that their load won’t require the
reader to sink more than 50 mA.
Input signals should be 0 to +1.5 volt for a low input and +3.5
to +5 volts for a high input. Each input has a 1.1 kohm resistor
in series with clamping diodes, but only about 1 µAisuseduntil the input exceeds the 0 to +5 volt input range. There is also a
weak (100 kohm) pull-up to +5 volt on each input.
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Installing the IM5 Reader Module
The IM5 Reader Module requires 8-10 volts DC at 2 amps.
The IF4 Serial Reader is powered through a 2-pin bulkhead barrel connector (Switchcraft p/n: 712A).
The Reader Module supplies 9-volt 2.4 amps to this connector.
Mating plugs for this connector are Switchcraft part numbers
760, 760K or 761K. A cable within the PSR connects the bulkhead barrel connector, via an endplate switch, to the 2-pin Molex connector on the IM5 Reader Module.
Auxiliary I/O
Connector
Cable connector
RS-232 port
IM5 Reader module
The IM5 Reader Module has holes along the sides that can be
used for mounting. For best results, attach heat sink to case via
the screwholes in the heat sink.
IM5 Reader module
Screw holes
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Connecting and Getting Started
FCC and Industry Canada regulations limit
exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation. To
comply with these regulations, operators of this
device must maintain a distance of at least 23 cm.
(9.1 inches) from the cover on the antenna
assembly (The cover on the antenna is the dome
shaped surface). While the device is on, the
operator’s body and parts of the body such as eyes,
hands, or head, must be 23 cm. (9.1 inches) or
farther from the cover of t he antenna assembly.
FCC and Industry Canada regulations also require
that the antenna assembly of this device be
installed in accordance with the installation
procedures to allow the operator to comply with
the limit. Use of antennas and accessories not
authorized may void the compliance of this product
and may result in RF exposures beyond the limits
established for this equipment.
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Antenna Installation
1 Connect the antenna cable to a port. The four antenna con-
nectors have lock washers and nuts to allow for panel mounting.
2 Connect a reverse SMA terminator (Intermec p/n
345-004-001) to any port that does not have an antenna attached.
Each port must have either an antenna or a
terminator connected. Do not apply power to the
Reader unless an antenna cable or terminator is
installed on each antenna port.
Antenna ports (4)
Washers (4)
Nuts (4)
Reverse SMA
terminator
Reverse SMA Antenna cable
Reader LED Explanation
LED Meaning
0 Power On
1 Reader communicating with host, LED flashes as data transfer
occurs.
2 Reader searching for tags
3 Reader communicating with a tag, LED flashes as transfer occurs.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Doesn’t Recognize Tag
1. Ensure antenna is properly connected.
2. Ensure reader is connected to your computer.
3. Ensure computer is plugge d i nto AC outlet and computer is On.
4. Ensure tag is within range of antenna.
5. Call Intermec Technical Support 1 -800-755-5505 (option 2).
Product Specifications
Dependent upon operating conditions and demands expected. If
used in a normal office environment with good read conditions,
you could expect to read up to 60 tags per second. Tags located
too far away or in poor locations, with respect to interfering
objects, provides poor results.
Firmware Architecture
Firmware Spec Detail
Protocol/Compatibility Communicates in three modes: Ap-
plication Peripheral Interface (API)
and Basic Re ader Interface
(BRI).ANSI CCITS 256.2000 for
API, part 2, part 3-1
General Specifications
Receiver Spec Detail
Protocol ISO 180006B
Tag data rates 32 kbps
Transmitter Spec Detail
Protocol Intellitag
Transmitter type On/Off Keying
Frequency stability <± 100 ppm from -25° to +55°C
RF Antenna Connections Spec Detail
Number of antennas up to 4, electronically switched
Antenna port isolation ≥22 dB
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General Specifications (continued)
Physical Specifications Spec Detail
Size 8.25 in. x 5.30 in. x 2.9 in.
Weight 38.4 oz. (1.1 kg)
Frequency reference Source Spec Detail
Frequency of operation 902-928 MHz
Usable channels 51
Transmitter Spec Detail
Output power 1.00 Watt maximum
Occupied frequency bandwidth <250 KHz
Environmental Specifications
Temperature Spec Detail
Operating -4°F to +131°F(-20°C to +55°C)
Storage -31°F to +158°F(-35°C to +70°C)
Humidity Spec Detail
Operating 95% Relative
Overall Performance
Dispatch Rates Spec Detail
RFID tag identification rate 60 tags per second
RFID tag data exchange rates Read a tag containing 8 bytes of data
within 12 mS.
Perform a verified write to a tag at an
average rate of 31 mS per byte per
tag.
Write Range Spec Detail
Write range Distances up to 70% of the read dis-
tance under the same conditions.
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Reliability
Safety and Regulatory Approvals Spec Detail
Reader module UL 60950-1-UL Recognized
Component.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Spec Detail
Reader Module EN55022 (CISPR 22) Class B
digital emissions
EN55024 Immunity
EN61000-3-2, -3 AC Power
Harmonic Emissions and Flicker
Radio Frequency Device Approval Spec Detail
Reader Module FCC Part 15.247
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Global Services and Support
Warranty Information
To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the
Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com and click Service
& Support. The Intermec Global Sales & Service page appears.
From the Service & Support menu, move your pointer over
Support,andthenclickWarranty.
Web Support
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Visit the Intermec technical knowledge base (Knowledge Central) at http://intermec.custhelp.com to review technical information or to request technical support for your Intermec product.
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Telephone Support
These services are available from Intermec Technologies Corporation.
In the U.S.A. and Canada
call 1-800-755-5505 and
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