Promag UHF860 User Manual

UHF860 Reader User Guide

TM970180 - 01

October 11, 2013

UHF860 Reader User Guide

Table of Contents

1

Introduction

Copyright Information Safety Certification

Part I Installation

.......................................................................................................................................... 61 Package Contents

.......................................................................................................................................... 72 Hardware Installation

................................................................................................................................................................................. 7Reader

...................................................................................................................................................................... 9Connecting through USB232B Converter

...................................................................................................................................................................... 11Connecting through USB485A Converter

...................................................................................................................................................................... 12Connecting through USB485A Converter for Multiple UHF860 Readers

...................................................................................................................................................................... 15Connecting through Wiegand

................................................................................................................................................................................. 17Antenna

...................................................................................................................................................................... 18Antenna & Accessories

...................................................................................................................................................................... 21Antenna Portal

.......................................................................................................................................... 223 Software Installation

.......................................................................................................................................... 234 Configuration

................................................................................................................................................................................. 25Device Setting

...................................................................................................................................................................... 25Basic

...................................................................................................................................................................... 27Advance

...................................................................................................................................................................... 29Save/Load Settings

................................................................................................................................................................................. 30Environment Tuning

...................................................................................................................................................................... 30Reflect Power

................................................................................................................................................................. 30Sweep

................................................................................................................................................................. 32Scan

...................................................................................................................................................................... 33Power/Sensitivity Auto Tune

................................................................................................................................................................................. 35Tagging

...................................................................................................................................................................... 35Read/Write Memory Bank Data

...................................................................................................................................................................... 36Labeling

...................................................................................................................................................................... 39Reading

................................................................................................................................................................................. 41I/O Testing

................................................................................................................................................................................. 42Live Dem o Setting

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Part II Operation Part III Appendix

.......................................................................................................................................... 471 A. Tag Memory Glossary

.......................................................................................................................................... 502 B. Antenna Specifications

.......................................................................................................................................... 513 C. UHF Reader Specifications

.......................................................................................................................................... 524 D. Reader LED status Indication

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Introduction

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Introduction to UHF860 Reader

A 4-port Ultra High Frequency RFID Reader

UHF860 Reader is a compact RFID reader with ports to connect four antennas and has a reading range of 5 mtrs.

The reader is ideal for inventory control, cargo tracking, warehouse management, shop floor management, class management and other applications.

A utility software is supplied with the reader for configuration and demo operations.

This guide is for easy installation, configuration and demo operation of the UHF860 Reader.

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All rights reserved. No parts of this work may be reproduced in any form or by any means - graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping, or information storage and retrieval systems - without the written permission of the publisher.

Products that are referred to in this document may be either trademarks and/or registered trademarks of the respective owners. The publisher and the author make no claim to these trademarks.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, the publisher and the author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of information contained in this document or from the use of programs and source code that may accompany it. In no event shall the publisher and the author be liable for any loss of profit or any other commercial damage caused or alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly by this document.

Published: October 2013 in Taiwan

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Has been tested in accordance to essential protection requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Radio Spectrum Matters and found the test results indeed meet the limitation of the relevant test standard(s) listed below:

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EMC

EN 301 489 - 1: V1.8.1 (2008)

EN 301 489 - 3: V1.4.1 (2002)

Test standard: FCC rules Part 15 subpart C 15.247 (2011 - 10)

Test Result: No deviations from the technical specification(s) were ascertained in the course of the tests performed.

Test standard: FCC rules Part 15 subpart B

Test Result: Radiated Emission. FCC Part 15. 109 Class B. Test passed.

Radio Spectrum EN 302 208 - 2: V1.3.1 : 2010 EN 302 208 - 1: V1.3.1 : 2010

Safety

EN 60950 - 1: 2006+A11 : 2009+A1 : 2010

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ITEM

QUANTITY

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UHF860 Reader

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2

Pack of fasteners

1 set

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CD Disk No. 5460 containing software and user guide

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ITEM

PART NUMBER

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UHF Antenna European Standard

ANT800-EU

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UHF Antenna American Standard

ANT800-US

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Antenna Cable for ANT800 - EU

WAS-T0681-R

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Antenna Cable for ANT800 - US

WAS-T0691-R

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Antenna Bracket

Please contact sales for further

information

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UHF Tag/Card

Please contact sales for further

information

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RS232 to USB Converter

USB232B

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RS485 to USB Converter

USB485A

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Configure Kit

MF700KIT

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9V DC 1.7 A 100~240 AC power adapter

APR-T0022

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1

Installation

This part of the user guide contains description of

- package contents

- hardware installation

- software installation and

- configuration

1.1 Package Contents

UHF860 Reader standard package:

Optional items:

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1.2 Hardware Installation

1.2.1 Reader

1. The reader has 4 coaxial connectors (with red safety caps) for 4 antennas. Please refer the diagram below for channel numbers of the ports.

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Antenna channel port indication 14 pin terminal 3.5mm - SMA type connectors

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2. The rear side of the reader has a green terminal board with 14 data input/output terminals of 3.5mm size.

I/O Connection to PC

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1.2.1.1 Connecting through USB232B Converter

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Wiring diagram for connecting the reader to computer through USB232B converter

1. If your computer has an RS232 comport use an RS232 cable to connect to the computer. If not use a USB232B converter. GIGA-TMS provides MF700KIT as an optional item to conveniently connect the reader to the converter. The picture below illustrates how the kit connects the reader to the converter. The steps for the connections are given below.

2. Connect TX and RX terminals of the reader to TX and Rx terminals of MF700KIT.

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MF700KIT connecting UHF860 Reader and USB232B converter

3. Connect 7.5~12 V DC supply from an AC/DC adapter to the VCC and GND terminals of the reader. Plug DC output jack pin of another similar AC/DC adapter into the kit's pin socket.

4. Connect USB232B converter to the kit.

5. Connect both the adapters to 100~240V AC mains sockets. Ensure the adapter is appropriate (suitable) for the AC socket voltage in your region.

6. Insert the converter cable to USB port of host computer.

7. Yellow and Green LED's will light up on the reader.

8. Follow instructions under Software to install UHF860 Reader Utility software and configure the reader. Set ''Interface'' to USB232/RS485 on the Device Setting/Basic page of the software.

Note: The computer may install the driver automatically on insertion of the USB232B cable. If there is a driver installation error message on the computer, run the CD supplied with the converter on the computers's CD/DVD ROM, open the driver file and follow onscreen instructions to install the driver. Then reinsert the converter's USB cable and the computer will display message for successful installation.

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1.2.1.2 Connecting through USB485A Converter

Wiring diagram for connecting the reader to computer through USB485A converter

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1. Connect + and - terminals of the reader to + and - terminals of USB485A adapter.

2. Connect 7.5~12 V DC supply from an AC/DC adapter to the VCC and GND terminals of the reader.

3. Next connect the adapter to 100~240V AC mains socket. Ensure the adapter is appropriate (suitable) for the AC socket voltage in your region.

4. Insert USB485A converter cable into USB port of host computer.

5. Yellow and green LED's will light up on the reader.

6. Follow instructions under Software to install UHF860 Reader Utility software and configure the reader. Set ''Interface'' to USB232/RS485 on the Device Setting/Basic page of the software.

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Note: The computer may install the driver automatically on insertion of the USB232B cable. If there is a driver installation error message on the computer, run the CD supplied with the converter on the computers's CD/DVD ROM, open the driver file and follow onscreen instructions to install the driver. Then reinsert the converter's USB cable and the computer will display message for successful installation.

1.2.1.3 Connecting through USB485A Converter for Multiple UHF860 Readers

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1. Follow the steps for Connecting through USB485A . Follow instructions under Software to install UHF860 Reader Utility software and configure the reader. Configure each reader ensuring different Device ID for each and set 'Interface' to Multi RS485 on Device Setting/Basic page of the software.

2. Referring to the wiring diagram above connect all UHF860 readers. Connect with wires the +/terminals of USB485A Converter to UHF860’s I/O RS485 +/- terminals. Add a 120 ohm resistor across the + /- wires.

3. Connect 7.5~12V DC supply from an AC/DC adapters to the VCC and GND terminals of each UHF860 Reader.

4. Next connect the adapters to 100~240V AC mains sockets. Ensure the adapters are appropriate (suitable) for the AC socket voltage in your region.

5. Insert the USB485A converter cable into USB port of host computer.

6. Yellow and green LED's will light up on the reader.

Note: The computer may install the driver automatically on insertion of the USB232B cable. If there is a driver installation error message on the computer, run the CD supplied with the converter on the computers's CD/DVD ROM, open the driver file and follow onscreen instructions to install the driver. Then reinsert the converter's USB cable and the computer will display message for successful installation.

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1.2.1.4 Connecting through Wiegand

Wiring diagram for connecting the reader to computer through Wiegand converter

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1. Connect reader to computer through RS232 connection as instructed in the section Connecting

through USB232B Converter. Follow instructions under Software to install UHF860 Reader Utility

software and configure the reader. Set ''Interface'' to Wiegand on the Device Setting/Basic page of the software.

2. Connect UHF860 Input/Output pins DO1 and DO2 to controller's DO and DI terminals of the reader. It is suggested that you add a pull - high resistor on DO & D1 as shown in the illustration below.

3. Connect Control board Wiegand Interface to computer.

4. Connect 7.5~12 V DC supply from an AC/DC adapter to the VCC and GND terminals of the reader.

5. Next connect the adapters to 100~240V AC mains sockets. Ensure the adapters are appropriate (suitable) for the AC socket voltage in your region.

6. Yellow and green LED's on the reader will light up.

Note: The computer may install the driver automatically on insertion of the USB232B cable. If there is a driver installation error message on the computer, run the CD supplied with the converter on the computers's CD/DVD ROM, open the driver file and follow onscreen instructions to install the driver. Then reinsert the converter's USB cable and the computer will display message for successful installation. install the driver. Then reinsert the converter's USB cable and the computer will install the hardware successfully.

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1.2.2 Antenna

ANT800 is a slim and compact UHF antenna suitable for UHF860 Reader.

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1.2.2.1 Antenna & Accessories

Optional Items

1. Bracket for wall mounting x1

2. Screws for wall mounting bracket x4

3. Bracket for antenna x1

4. Screws for antenna bracket x4

5. Washers for antenna screws x4

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1. Using screws fasten the antenna mounting bracket to the antenna.

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2. Connect coaxial cable.

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3. Assemble wall mounting bracket to the antenna.

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4. Completed antenna assembly.

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1.2.2.2 Antenna Portal

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Antenna Mounting Instructions

1. Mount the antennas ANT800 on either side of the tag position and at equal distance from it.

2. Connect each of the antennas through coaxial cables to ports of UHF860 Reader.

3. UHF860 Reader should preferably be located midway between the antennas and ideally at the top center.

4. Do not bend the cable. 5 Keep feeder cables short and all at the same length, coiled circularly if necessary.

6. Ensure the connectors of cables are fastened to the antennas.

7. Fix the cables on the wall to avoid the interference.

8. No barriers or interference for 50 cm distance around the antenna.

9. No barriers between the antennas and the tag.

Notes :

1. The antenna signal cannot penetrate objects made of metal.

2. The antenna signal cannot penetrate water. The reading range will decrease on rainy day if the antenna is installed outdoors.

3. Good performance is related to the reader, tag and environment.

4. After installation please adjust tag position for better performance.

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1.3 Software Installation

Before installing software...

1. Please complete hardware installation. (Refer previous chapter.)

2. Start a computer with operating system Windows XP/Vista/7 (host).

Insert CD Disk No. 5460 supplied with the product into CD/DVD ROM drive of the host computer.

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Click open the disk from the Desktop window that comes up or from My Computer folder.

Double click the file 'UHF Reader Utility V1_1R2_PSW00173.exe'

Click 'Save' on the up coming window and then follow onscreen instructions to install the software.

Next go to Configuration.

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1.4 Configuration

1. Click open Start>All Programs>GIGA-TMS>UHF Reader Utility

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2. Click 'Scan'. Reader icon will be displayed on the utility window. If there is an error message - 'Device is not found' - check the connections between reader and computer and retry.

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3. Next click the 'Enter' button.

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Function

Description

Profile

Select your profile.

Tag Count

Select physical quantity of tags.

Scan Distance

Select distance at which tag is placed from antennas.

Interface

Select RS232/485/Multi RS485/Wiegand.

Start Bit

Set EPC start bit for Wiegand data. (for Wiegand only)

1.4.1 Device Setting

User can do Basic and Advance settings. However it is not advisable to change 'Advance' settings unless experienced. Please contact customer care for assistance.

1.4.1.1 Basic

Click open Device Setting tab and then click 'Basic'

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Function

Description

Number of Bits

Set number of EPC bits for Wiegand data. (for Wiegand only)

Output

Type of Wiegand, e.g., Wiegand 26 bits. (for Wiegand only)

Baudrate

Default value is 115200 but other values can be chosen by integration expert.

Device ID

Default value is 255. You may select any other device ID. This feature is to distinguish multiple UHF860's in a LAN.

Active Mode

Select Command Mode / Auto Mode / Auto + Event + Check

Scan Channel Setting

When Live Demo is in Auto Mode it scans the channels selected here. Green button indicates the channel has been selected.

With Antenna Multiplexer

If this box is checked antenna multiplexer icon will display channel 5 to 8 for selection. (Pleas note channel 4 will be disabled.)

Set

Save all settings to the device.

Help

Test if the antennas are properly connected to the reader. (Click 'Set' before clicking 'Help').

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Window displaying test results:

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Function

Description

Interface

Select type of interface from drop down list. It can be set to RS232/485, Wiegand or Multi-RS485. These settings will automatically reflect on the Basic page and vice versa.

RS232 Data from EPC settings

Set up start index and data length of EPC data format.

Communication Setting

Settings here will automatically change the same on the Basic page and vice versa.

Baudrate

It can be set to 2400 bps, 4800 bps, 9600 bps, 19,200 bps, 38,400 bps, 57,600 bps, 1,15,200 bps.

Device ID

You may choose a device Id. The device ID setting on Basic page will automatically change. This feature is to distinguish multiple UHF860's in a LAN.

1.4.1.2 Advance

Open Device Setting tab and then click 'Advance'. Mouse over to see explanation of functions on tabs 'General' and 'EPC'. Do not change the default value on this page unless you are sure. You may contact customer support for assistance.

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Function

Description

Active Mode

Reader's active mode. It can be set to Command Mode, Auto Mode or Auto + Check Mode.

Time to Remove

If the tag doesn't give response to reader within specified time, it will be removed from the list even if it is physically still present. If you set it to “0%”, it will

response immediately without delay time. (for Auto Mode only)

Repeat Interval

Tag information resend interval.

Scan Channel Sequence

Set the sequence of channel scanning from 1 to 4. Click the drop down list next to each channel and assign a serial number according to the order of scanning you want.

Scan Tag Mode

It can be set to Always Scan, DI1 Level Control, DI1 Level Control with scan off delay, DI1 Trigger with re-trigger. DI1 Trigger without re-trigger.

Scan Tag Timeout

Timeout of scan tag (ms).

Set

Save settings.

Get

Get settings.

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Function

Description

Profile

Region/country can be selected from the drop down list.

Frequency

Start and end frequencies for selected profile and default incremental frequency will be displayed. You may also enter other start and end frequencies or single frequency you may select after Environment Tuning for selected profile by Reflect Power Radar. Please refer Reflect Power for relevant procedure. Frequency increment is variable.

Frequency Hopping

Rate of switching from one to the next frequency.

Output Power & Sensitivity

You may enter Output Level and Sensitivity selected after Power/Sensitivity Auto Tune (Environmental Tuning). Please refer Power/Sensitivity Auto Tune for relevant procedure.

Link Frequency

Backscatter Link Frequency (BLF).

RX Decode

RX Decode type. It can be set to FM0, Miller 2, Miller 4 or Miller 8.

Q Begin

Slot Count.

Session

It can be set to S0, S1, S2, S3 or SL. These settings are used when multiple readers work at the same time. SL is not associated with any particular session.

Set

Save settings.

Get

Get settings.

You can save all the settings to a file by clicking on 'Save' button.

Click OK to close. The file will be saved as a .ini file by default as follows: C:\Program Files\GIGATMS\UHF Reader Utility\UHF Reader Utility.ini

To load the saved settings, click 'Get'.

Click OK to close. Settings saved at the following location will be loaded: C:\Program Files\GIGATMS\UHF Reader Utility\UHF Reader Utility.ini

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1.4.1.3 Save/Load Settings

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1.4.2 Environment Tuning

The best operating frequency or range of frequencies and settings of power and sensitivity can be found from Environment Tuning.

1.4.2.1 Reflect Power

Best operating frequency or range of frequencies can be detected from Reflect Power Radar.

1.4.2.1.1 Sweep

'Sweep' graphically displays reflect power for the entire frequency band of operation (840 - 960 MHz).

1. Open Environment Tuning > Reflect Power

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2. Select a channel to which an antenna is connected and click 'Sweep' button.

3.The antenna will transmit in the entire frequency band and the reflected power will be plotted in graphical and tabular forms.

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4. Green points below the red line are better frequencies to operate the antenna. The values are also displayed on the table on the right - numerals in blue are better values and those in red, if any, are not recommended.

5. Wave troughs indicate the best values. Choose a range of frequencies within the band specified for your region of operation. For example, if your region is USA, select the best frequency rage within the band for USA (902.750-927.250 MHz). The selection maybe 920 - 925 or 922-924, 923-923 as available from the sweep. If the best frequencies are 900 to 930 MHz then there is no need to change select any range. The RPR graph displayed above is for Europe.

6. You may also operate on a single frequency by choosing a frequency corresponding to a green spot within the band specified for your region of operation. Frequencies having lower reflect power in dBm are the better ones.

7. Repeat steps 2 to 6 for other channels and select the better frequency or frequency range for each.

8. Select frequency or frequency range in which all channels can operate better.

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1.4.2.1.2 Scan

Better frequency/range of frequencies for each channel can also be found manually.

1. Open Environment Tuning > Reflect Power.

2. Enter the value of the frequency to be checked. It should be within the frequency band specified for your region.

3. Click on Scan button.

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4. Frequencies corresponding to smaller dBm values are better ones.

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1.4.2.2 Power/Sensitivity Auto Tune

1. Enter the frequency range values. Here for illustration 865.700 to 867.500 MHz has been selected.

2. Select channel. Here channel 1 has been selected.

3. Click 'Start'.

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4. The following instruction will display. Place tags and click OK.

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5. Auto tuning will start. Frequency, power, sensitivity and RSSI values will be displayed on the right.

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6. When the Frequency, Output level and Sensitivity values in blue (on the left under 'Tuning') reach the end values and tuning is complete, click 'Save' to file the readings.

7. For other channels please repeat the above procedure.

8. Find the highest RSSI among the readings for all the channels and note the frequency, power and sensitivity related to that. Set the same values on 'Advance' page.

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1.4.3 Tagging

1.4.3.1 Read/Write Memory Bank Data

1. To read/write a tag, double click the tag information display on the Live Demo page.

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2. Read/Write window will open.

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Notes :

Selected tag's EPC is displayed - on top and also below - as a grid where each part can be clicked and edited by clicking 'Write tag' button.

Similarly memory bank for 'User' can be selected and edited from the 'Memory Bank' drop down list at the bottom.

TID (Tag ID) and Reserved memory can also be selected at the same drop down list and then read by clicking Read tag memory button. Click 'TID info' button to see the info.

1.4.3.2 Labeling

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Source: Texas Instruments

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1.4.3.3 Reading

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Source: Texas Instruments

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1.4.4 I/O Testing

Input and Output ports can be tested from this software feature.

1. Click open the tab I/O Setting on the software and then click I/O Testing. DO stands for digital output. DI stands for digital input

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Next click DO1 and DO2. They will turn green indicating successful testing (output signals).

For locating the DO ports on the reader refer terminal drawing at the end of this section.

DI1, DI2, DI3 and DI4 will turn green when signal is received by these ports from outside (input signals).

Please refer reader terminal diagram below for location of the DI ports.

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Function

Description

Menu/Re-scan

Return to the start screen and rescans device.

Logs

Display logs in real time. Logs can be saved to default folder.

Exit

Exit software

Remove tag(s)

Unread tag(s) will be removed from the tag list after the set time.

Read Single Count

Set the number of scans at one click of the 'Read Single' button.

Highlight

Highlights the tags that are being read.

Alias name

Tag name in the list will be shown as alias name.

Channel

Select channels individually or automatically switch channels (for other than Auto Mode).

Add Check Sum

Check Sum value will be included in the log.

Tag Count

Display the number of tags (quantity) being scanned.

Auto Mode CMD

By default the reader is in Command Mode and 'CMD' will be highlighted. In this mode only the selected channels - on the right pane - will operate.

Auto Mode -

When 'Auto Mode' button is clicked 'AUTO' will be highlighted. Operates the

1.4.5 Live Demo Setting

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Function

Description

AUTO

channels selected on the 'Basic' page of Device Setting page.

Auto Read

Read the selected channels - single or multiple, individually or sequentially depending on channel setting on Device Setting.

Read Single

Read the tag for a preset number of times that was entered on 'Read Single Count' space on the top.

Clear

Clear the tag information displayed on the Live Demo window.

Save

Save tag information to a file (as UHF860_Tag_Information.csv).

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Operation

Please ensure that the antennas, reader and the software are installed and configured as instructed in Part 1 of this user guide.

1. Select Live Demo > Logs > Auto Save to File

2. Stay in default Command Mode (CMD) or Click Auto Mode. Allow tagged packages to pass through the antenna portal.

2. Logs are saved for reference at C:\Program Files\GIGA-TMS\UHF Reader Utility\Logs.

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Appendix

3.1 A. Tag Memory Glossary

Memory Bank Data

Reserved: Reserved memory. It contains Kill or Access passwords. Kill password shall be stored at

memory addresses 00 to 1F; Access password shall be stored at memory addresses 20 to 3F.

EPC : Electronic Product Code memory. It contains CRC (addresses 00 to 0F), PC (addresses 10 to 1F), and EPC (addresses 20 to 210).

TID : Tag identification memory. For a tag reader be uniquely identified.

User : User memory. A tag may contain User memory. It allows user-specific data storage.

Figure A.1 - Logical memory map

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TID (Tag ID)

About TID information, please refer to the following screen:

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Input Impedance

50 ohms

VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

1.5

Antenna Gain

9 dBi +/- 0.5

Axial Ratio

Under 3dB

Frequency Range

865-869 MHz , 902-928 MHz or

Customizable

Cable Length (N-TYPE TO SMA)

3M(standard) or Customizable

RF connector

N-TYPE

Input Power

10 Watts

Polarization

RHCP(standard) or LHCP

IP Rating

IP66

Temperature Range

Operating Temp : -30°C ~ +55°C

Storage: -30°C ~ +65°C

Humidity

10%~ 85% Non-condensing

Dimension

25.6 (L) x 26.6 (W) x 3(H) cm

Safety Approval

( RoHS & REACH )

3.2 B. Antenna Specifications

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ACCESSORY: 3-meter Cable Note: N to SMA type cable for ANT800EU. N to RP-SMA type cable for ANT800US. CFD200NL-LW low

loss 50 ohm coaxial cable is recommended.

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Operational Standard

UHF860 Connectivity Standard

ISO 18000-6C, EPC Class1 Gen2

Frequency

840~960 MHz

Output Power

Max 27dbm (0.5W)

SYS Spec.

Interface Format

RS232: 115200 bps (8, N, 1) RS485: 115200 bps (8, N, 1)

Power Input

7.5VDC, Limit Current 1.7A

Reading Range

Up to 5 meters (tag and antenna dependent)

Dimensions

Length: 114mm / Width: 97mm / Height: 21mm (included Terminal)

Physical characteristics

Weight

170gm (Terminal included)

Connectors

SMA: for Antenna 14 pin terminal 3.5mm:

Environmental

Temperature

Operating: -10°C ~ 60°C Storage: -20°C ~ 70°C

Humidity

Operating: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing Storage: Up to 90% non-condensing

3.3 C. UHF Reader Specifications

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Status/Color

Yellow

(Power)

Red (Tag)

Green (Mode)

Power on

(Auto mode)

ON

OFFONStandby

(Auto mode)

ON

OFF

ON

Normal read

(Every active ID

reading)

ON

Blink once

ON

Tags in sensing field

(Communication mode)

ON

Blink once

ON

Tags in sensing field

(Auto mode)

ON

Continuous

reading

ON

Communication mode

ON

OFF

Continuous

reading

ISP mode

ON

OFF

3.4 D. Reader LED status Indication

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FAQ

Q1. I cannot find UHF860 reader after running UHF Reader Utility?

1. Check if the Yellow and Green LED's are lit up on the UHF860.

2. Check if the cables and power supply are connected correctly.

3. Check if the connections are proper between PC/Controller and UHF860.

Q2. There is no feedback/response from any of the UHF Tags?

1. Check if Antenna and coaxial cable are connected well and working.

2. Check if the tag is right in the front of the antenna.

3. Check if you are using the right e tag and comply with ISO18000 Class1 Gen 2 standards.

4. Move the tag closer to the antenna.

Q3. Reading distance is too short.

1. Please check if there is another UHF reader with the same frequency nearby.

2. Please check if there is any large electronic equipment working nearby.

3. Make sure that there is no obstacle between the antenna and the tag.

4. Please ensure the antenna is in parallel or horizontal position to the UHF Tag

5. Make sure that every UHF Tag is not too close to each other or piled.

6. Make sure there is no metal or liquid attached to the UHF Tag.

Q4. How to connect UHF860 to PC?

1.Please refer to page 8-9 for hardware wiring and RS232 communication.

2.Please refer to page 10-11 for hardware wiring and RS485 communication.

3.Please refer to page 12-15 for hardware wiring and Multiple RS485 communication.

4.Please refer to page 16-17 for hardware wiring and Wiegand communication.

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Q5. How to connect UHF860 with PC through DS100?

Please connect the devices as per the pin diagram below:

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Note: Connect push button and alarm if you want to additionally monitor digital input/output for

applications. Please follow the screen settings below:

Tibbo DS Manager Setting:

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Tibbo VSP Manager Setting:

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Q6. I am getting the following error on ROM manager on downloading the firmware:

Read File... ROM Name = ROM-T1343 Error ROM Settings in the File Read File NG ISP Size Error

Note the file or format errors, please contact your dealer for assistance

Q7. When downloading the firmware, ROM manager shows the following error message:

Go ISP Mode OK Program...

FEFFFFFF21DED21......2121DEDE212164A9

(519bytes) -> Timeout

Select only RS232 interface. Note file or formatting errors. Contact your dealer for assistance.

Q8. How to build the environment? What kind of subjects will shorten the reading range?

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Please exclude environmental factors that would affect the reading distance. Objects and factors that would shorten reading range: Metal objects nearby, nearness to other UHF devices, metal object attached to tag, placement of antenna too low, placement of antenna on the ground, placement of antenna on sloped surface, relative position of tag and antenna , tag frequency, low voltage, insufficient current, etc.)

Q9. In which situation, we don’t need to use “Environment Tuning” on the UHF Reader Utility?

Environmental Tuning can be done in any situation, if necessary.

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Q10. What’s the radiation pattern of the antenna?

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Q11. What’s the ideal relative position of tag and antenna for the best performance?

The best relative position of tag and antenna are illustrated below:

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Q12. When I use UHF Reader Utility to write the tag, there is no response after I double click the [Tag Control].

It maybe due to poor communication with the tag. Please ensure the tag is physically steady while reading or writing.

Q13. Can UHF860 be used in Auto Mode?

Yes.

Q14. Can I use UHF860 under RS232 and RS485 interface?

The Interface is set by default to RS232/RS485. You may use one of the two.

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