Sato Vicinity MDR1109 Users Manual

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EMC Technologies Pty Ltd

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APPENDIX L

OF

TEST REPORT T60643_F

USER MANUAL

FCC ID:

Manufacturer:

Test Sample:

Model:

Serial Number:

Date:

TVN-MDR1109
MAGELLAN TECHNOLOGY PTY LIMITED
MDR-1109 Desk Top Reader
MDR-1109
100132

19th July 2006

Melbourne

57 Assembly Drive
Tullamarine Vic 3043
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Sydney

Unit 3/87 Station Road
Seven Hills NSW 2147
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Brisbane

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Auckland (NZ)

47 MacKelvie Street
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HF RFID System

User Manual

MDR-1109

Desktop Reader-Writer

Document Number : 60-70-002-DOC

Last Changed : 21 July 2006

Copyright © Magellan Technology 2006

Commercial in Confidence

Content

 PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2

L IMPORTANT INFORMATION----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2

1. INTRODUCTION--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3

1.1 REGULATION AND STANDARDS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3

1.2 WARRANTY ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4

1.3 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

1.4 CHANGES IN PRODUCT FAMILY, SPECIFICATIONS AND USER MANUALS---------------------------------------------- 5

1.5 COPYRIGHTS AND COPY PERMISSION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

1.6 MEANING OF ALERT SYMBOLS AND SIGNAL WORDS ------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

1.7 GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS -----------------------------------------------------------------------------6

2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7

2.1 MDR-1109------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7

3. GETTING STARTED GUIDE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8

3.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8

3.2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10

3.2.1 Installation Environment--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10

3.2.2 Recommended System Requirements ------------------------------------------------------------------------------10

3.2.3 Working with Tags ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11

3.2.4 Installation Requirements-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11

3.2.5 Tag-to-Reader Orientation------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12

3.3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13

3.3.1 Connecting a Reader to a Computer using USB-----------------------------------------------------------------14

3.3.2 Connecting a Reader to a Computer using Ethernet ------------------------------------------------------------15

3.3.3 Connecting Multiple Readers to a local network ----------------------------------------------------------------15

3.4 READERMANAGER SOFTWARE INSTALLATION -------------------------------------------------------------------------16

3.4.1 Software Installation and Functionality Test ---------------------------------------------------------------------16

3.4.2 Connecting to a Reader --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17

3.4.3 Communication Test -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------20

3.4.4 Changing the Reader’s Network Setup ----------------------------------------------------------------------------21

4. REPORTING A PROBLEM-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24

4.1 TROUBLESHOOTING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25

4.2 SERVICE FORM--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26

5. CONTACT US ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27

6. REVISION HISTORY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------28

7. APPENDIX ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29

7.1 SPECIFICATION--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29

7.2 READER-TAG COMPATIBILITY AND MAXIMUM READ-WRITE DISTANCE -------------------------------------------30

 Please read before proceeding

Please read and understand this document before using the products. If you have any
questions, comment or suggestions about the User Manual please contact Magellan
Technology.

L Important Information

 Installation Environment

For indoor use only unless otherwise specified.
Install the products within the temperature and humidity range according to the product

specification.
The environment must not contain corrosive, flammable or explosive agents or be subject to

rapid changes in temperature, to direct vibration or shock.

 Installation

Magellan’s RFID reader-writers communicate with data carriers (RFID inlets, labels and tags)
using the 13.56 MHz High Frequency (HF) band. Some industrial devices can generate
unwanted noise which may degrade communication. Make sure that other equipment is
properly installed, grounded and at a reasonable distance.

Wireless communication can be degraded by high-voltage and high-current lines and other
sources of strong electric and magnetic fields. Installation in such locations should be avoided.

 Maintenance

All Magellan’s RFID readers-writers are low maintenance equipment. Except for externally
accessible fuses there are no user-serviceable parts in any reader. There is no requirement to
remove the cover of the equipment.

Do not attempt to clean internally. Periodic cleaning of external case parts with a damp cloth is
advisable. Turn off the equipment before cleaning. Do not use a solvent of any kind.

 Electrical Safety

 Environmental

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to an appropriate collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the Magellan Technology regional sales office.

!

Removal of the equipment cover by unauthorised personnel will void the
product warranty.

In order to avoid electric shock do not remove the equipment
cover or attempt to repair. The equipment must be maintained by
authorised, qualified and service personnel only.

For disposal readers should be treated as industrial waste.

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1. Introduction

Thank you for your recent purchase of a Magellan RFID reader-writer.
This User Manual will provide you with information to rapidly adopt

Magellan’s PJM technology for your needs, to install the Reader hardware
and ReaderManager software and get the Reader running.

Refer to the ReaderManager User Manual (40-01-006-DOC) for a
description of the various tools and advanced options available in the
ReaderManager.

Programming is covered in the Programmer Guide (40-01-000-DO C).

1.1 Regulation and Standards

RFID equipment is subject to national and international regulations.
The FCC regards RFID equipment as low-power transmitting devices and,

therefore, does not require users of RFID devices to obtain a license to
operate them.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement (USA)

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate of receiving antenna
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Any changes or modifications to the equipment that are not

!

FCC ID: TVN-MDR1109

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority granted under FCC Rules to
operate this equipment.

CE Declaration of Conformity (European Union)

This equipment has been declared as compliant in accordance with R&TTE
EU Council Directive 1999/5/EC and displays the CE mark accordingly.
Products with CE marking comply with EMC Directive (89/336/EEC
amended by 93/68/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European
Community.

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This apparatus complies with ETSI EN 301 489-1 RF common mode
immunity requirements on Ethernet Port with shielded CAT5 Ethernet Cable.

Intended use of the equipment is as a desktop Reader to read and write
information to multiple or individual tags.

This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment this product may cause radio

! WARNING

interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

ACMA Declaration of Conformity (Australia)

This product complies with the Australian Communications and Media
Authority (ACMA) Radiocommunications regulations and carries the C-Tick
mark accordingly.

N15661

This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment this product may cause radio

! WARNING

interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Declaration of Conformity (Canada)

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003

du Canada.

IC: 6596A-MDR1109
ICES\NMB-003

ISO/IEC 18000 – 3 Mode 2 (Air Interface at 13.56 MHz) Compliance

Magellan’s Readers fully complies with the ISO/IEC 18000 Part 3 Mode 2
(Information technology – Radio frequency identification for item
management. Part 3: Parameters for air interface communications at 13.56
MHz) published in August, 2004.

1.2 Warranty

Magellan’s warranty and liability with respect to products and/or services is
for a period of 12 months from date of delivery and is limited to the
rectification of faulty workmanship and/or non-compliance by Magellan.

Any liability with respect to components including purchased or free issued
items and other materials used in the manufacture of products are covered
by, and limited to, any warranty provided by the original manufacturer.

1.3 Limitation of Liability

Magellan’s warranty excludes products that have been improperly installed
or maintained, modified or misused. Notification of claims must occur within
the warranty period.

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End-users should contact the company from whom they purchase the
products for replacement, repair or refund.

If purchases the Reader directly from Magellan, contact Magellan for a
Return Authorization Number (RAN) before shipment.

1.4 Changes in Product Family, Specifications and User
Manuals

This document is subject to change without notice in future editions.
Magellan reserves the rights to change its product design, specifications

and product range.

1.5 Copyrights and Copy Permission

This document shall not be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form or
by any means without written permission from Magellan Technology Pty
Limited. This document is protected by copyrights and is intended solely for
use in conjunctions with Magellan’s products only.

1.6 Meaning of Alert Symbols and Signal Words

Notes and Tips. Application Notes.

!

! CAUTION
! WARNING

This part of the Manual requires your attention.

Warning!

In order to avoid electric shock follow the
instructions provided.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate
injury. Can cause property damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate
injury, or may result in serious injury or death.
Can cause significant property damage.

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1.7 Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations

D/C Date Code (month/year)
DSB Digital Support Board
HDF High Density Fiberboard (for MARS only)
HF High Frequency
GUI Graphical Use Interface
IT ItemTag (chips, inlets and labels)
ItemTag tags (IT tags) Magellan’s labels and inlets for item tagging

(separated items) that work with Magellan’s

family of reader-writers
LAN Local Area Network
LED Light Emitting Diode
MDF Medium Density Fiberboard (for MARS only)
MLC Machine Level Control (System Configuration

Control)
MRD Maximum Read-Write Distance
OEM label Original Equipment Manufacture label is located

on the back of the equipment. It includes the

Model Number, P/N, D/C, S/N and MLC.
PJM Phase Jitter Modulation or PJM™ is a registered

Trade Mark of Magellan Technology Pty Limited.

PJM is a RFID communication technology

developed and patented by Magellan

Technology Pty Ltd and complies with ISO/IEC

18000-3 Mode 2. PJM technology products

include a range of RFID chips, inlets, tags and

Readers.
PJM ItemTag® Registered Trade Mark for Magellan’s ItemTag

tags
PJM StackTag® Registered Trade Mark for Magellan’s StackTag

tags
P/N Part Number
RAN Return Authorisation Number
Reader/s Magellan’s RFID reader-writer/s
ReaderManager Graphical user application for Windows/Linux

which provides a platform for testing,

demonstrations and application development
ReaderServer Embedded application that provides the

standard Application Programmer Interface to

serve end-user applications. This application

runs on the Reader.
RFID Radio Frequency IDentification
RFID inlet A RFID device comprising a microchip and a

printed antenna (copper/aluminium/conductive

inks) on a flexible substrate (PET plastic film)
RFID label RFID inlet with adhesive backing (sticky label)
RFID tag - generic name for RFID inlet and label;

- RFID inlet or label inserted into a
housing (glass, polycarbonate,
polyamid, epoxy, ABS, etc.)

RFID reader-writer Device for reading and writing to RFID tags
S/N Serial Number
ST StackTag (chips, inlets and labels)
StackTag tags
(ST tags)

Magellan’s labels and inlets for item tagging
(stacked, touched or overlapping items) that
work with Magellan’s family of reader-writers

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2. Product Overview

Intended use of Magellan’s RFID Reader is to read and write information to
individual Magellan ItemTags and multiple Magellan StackTags.

The communication protocol used by the Reader is compliant with ISO/IEC
18000 - 3 Mode 2 (Air Interface at 13.56 MHz).

2.1 MDR-1109

Desktop reader-writer

Single-axis antenna
2 communication channels

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3. Getting Started Guide

3.1 Unpacking and Inspection

When you receive your system, inspect it for any
obvious damage that may have occurred during
shipment. If there is damage, notify the shipping

Included with the MDR-1109 should be the following components:

 Reader-writer

carrier and the supplier of the equipment or
Magellan if purchased directly from Magellan.

Until you have checked the system, save the
shipping carton and packaging materials in the
event the unit has to be returned.

 Power adaptor

The Reader connection to the power source is realized via a low voltage
power pack (12VDC output).

A power cable is not included. End-users should purchase a

!

! CAUTION

power cable suitable for the country of use.

Only power cables and adaptors that are
compliant with the regulations in the country of
use may be connected to Magellan’s equipment.

 Data communication cable

Magellan supplies one USB shielded cable (USB 2.0, 2 m long)

!

!

USB cable should not be longer than 3m

As shielded cables are generally required in order to comply
with EMC emissions limits, the shielded cables recommended
by Magellan Technology must be used. Unshielded cabled
may be used where explicitly allowed in the Installation
Requirements section of this User Manual.

Ethernet cable is not included with the supply.
Magellan recommends CAT5 Ethernet cable.

 Quick Start Guide

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 CD-ROM

The CD-ROM should contain the following files:

AdbeRdrxx_enu_full.exe

40-01-000-DOC
Programmer Guide.pdf
40-01-006-DOC
Reader Manager User Manual

46-70-012-DOC
User Manual.pdf
ReaderManager-Install.exe

Self-extracting installation kit for the
Adobe Acrobat reader, which is
required to read and print PDF files.
PDF document describing how to
program all of Magellan’s Readers.
PDF document describing various
tools and advanced options available
in ReaderManager
PDF version of this document.

Self-extracting installation kit for the
ReaderManager.

 Test tags (required for Hardware Functionality Test and

Communication Test)

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3.2 Before You Begin

3.2.1 Installation Environment

Magellan’s Readers are designed to operate in indoor environments where
temperature and humidity are controlled unless other conditions are
specified for customised Readers.

For standard Readers the temperature range is from +10
humidity range is from 10% to 80% (non-condensing humidity).

Install the Readers within the temperature and humidity ranges according to
the product specification.

The environment must not contain corrosive, flammable or explosive agents
and conductive dust or be subject to rapid changes in temperature, direct
vibration or shock.

Do not operate this Reader in an environment

! WARNING

which contains flammable or explosives gases or
fumes.

o

C to +45oC. The

Magellan’s RFID reader-writers communicate with data carriers (RFID inlets,
labels and tags) using the 13.56 MHz High Frequency (HF) band. Some
industrial devices can generate unwanted noise which may degrade
communication. Make sure that other equipment is properly installed,
grounded and are at a reasonable distance.

Wireless communication can be degraded by high-voltage and high-current
lines and other sources of strong electric and magnetic fields. Installation in
such locations should be avoided.

!

In order to avoid electric shock do not remove the Reader
cover or attempt to repair. Magellan’s reader-writers are to
be maintained by authorised, qualified and service-trained
personnel only.

Removal of the Reader cover by unauthorised personnel will
void the product warranty.

3.2.2 Recommended System Requirements

Recommended minimum host computer requirements:

Operating System: Windows XP
Memory: 128MB RAM
Hard Drive: 20 GB
CPU: Intel Celeron 500
Interface: USB or Ethernet

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3.2.3 Working with Tags

Do not stack ItemTags on top of each other. Only
StackTags can be stacked, overlapped or touch
each other.

Single-axis Readers are tag orientation sensitive.
Refer to Tag-to-Reader/Tag-to-Antenna section of
this document.

Reading and writing speeds depend on reader­tag communication speeds and channel numbers
(communication protocol), amount of information
to be read and/or written and number of tags
presented at a time. The additional number of
tags and information to be read and especially
written slow down read-write communication.
Please consult Magellan or your support
organisation regarding these issues for your
specific application.

Be aware that tags and Readers can be
incompatible with each other. Bigger tags can
work with all types of Readers. Smaller tags
require higher field strengths to communicate with
a Reader and as a result they do not
communicate with some Readers or have to be
closer to a Reader antenna. Refer to the Reader­Tag Compatibility section of this document.

3.2.4 Installation Requirements

MDR-1109 is a stand-alone peripheral desktop device that does not require
special installation or tuning of an internal antenna.

Power supply requirements:

Mains input: 110 - 240 VAC @ 50/60 Hz
Low voltage input (MDR-1109): 12 VDC @ 350 mA

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3.2.5 Tag-to-Reader Orientation

Tags should always be presented face on to the Reader surface. They may
still work at some angle depending upon the distance between the tag and
the Reader.

Correct orientation

Incorrect orientation (90o angle).

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3.3 Hardware Installation

(Ethernet port)

USB device port USB host port

Power port RJ45

MDR-1109 connector panel

Step 1. Connect a low voltage power pack to the unit.

The connection to the power source is realized via a low voltage power
pack.

The power cable is not supplied with the Reader
and recommended to be purchased in the country
of use.

MDR-1109 with plugged-in low voltage power cable

Step 2. Plug the power supply into AC power mains. LEDs will come on.

When power is applied to an MDR-1109 Reader the LEDs on the unit
should operate as follows:

 the red LED and green LED will immediately come on; both LEDs will

go off in about 1 minute

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MDR-1109 with red and green LEDs

 the red LED will come on again in 1-3 seconds indicating that the unit

is in an operational mode; the green LED will be off

 once the unit is in an operational mode the red LED will remain lit

 Both LEDs are controlled by the MDR-1109

software

 This setting can be changed to LEDs being

controlled by ReaderManager software
depending on the user application. Refer to
Programmer Guide (40-01-000-DOC).

Step 3. Test the Reader with the supplied test tags. The green LED will flash every

time a tag is successfully read.

3.3.1 Connecting a Reader to a Computer using USB

Connect the MDR-1109 Reader to a host computer using the USB data
communication cable by plugging the USB cable into the MDR-1109 USB
device port and the host computer USB port.

When the USB connection is used only a screened USB cable

!

should be used.

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MDR-1109 with the USB communication cable and power cable

3.3.2 Connecting a Reader to a Computer using Ethernet

Connect the MDR-1109 Reader to a host computer using a cross over
Ethernet cable. Plug the Ethernet communication cable into the MDR-1109
RJ45 socket (Ethernet port) and the network interface port on the PC.

MDR-1109 with the Ethernet communication cable and power cable

3.3.3 Connecting Multiple Readers to a local network

Multiple Readers can be connected to a local network using an Ethernet
hub/switch. Plug the Ethernet communication cable into the MDR’s RJ45
socket (Ethernet port) and Ethernet Hub.

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3.4 ReaderManager Software Installation

ReaderManager application software allows tag data to be viewed and
programmed.

The ReaderManager can only connect to one reader at a time. The
Connections menu allows the user to connect to other readers by
disconnecting from the currently connected reader and then establishing a
connection to a new reader.

It is possible to run many ReaderManagers on the same computer at the
same time. Simply double click on the ReaderManager icon to open up
multiple instances of ReaderManager.

Refer to the ReaderManager User Manual (40-01-006-DOC) for a
description of the various tools and advanced options available in
ReaderManager.

3.4.1 Software Installation and Functionality Test

Step 1. Insert the CD supplied with the reader into the CD-ROM.

Step 2. Open Windows Explorer, double click on ReaderManager-Install.

The Install dialog is shown below.

Step 3. Ensure all the items are ticked, and then click the Install button.

If Python is not installed on your computer, the installation program will
prompt you if you would like to install Python. Click the Yes button and
accept all the default options during installation.

When the ReaderManager and all the required libraries are installed the
dialog box shown below will be displayed. Ensure the dialog box shows

Completed and no problems are reported.

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Step 4. Click the Close button to continue.

If ReaderManager is already installed, double click ReaderManager­Upgrade. Follow steps 3 to 4 above.

If Python and PyQt are already installed, the installation program will not re­install them. To force the installation program in re-install these libraries,
click the relevant check boxes.

Step 5. To start ReaderManager double click the ReaderManager icon or select

ReaderManager from the Programs Start menu.

Step 6. Functionality test. From menu select Help>About ReaderManager to see the

version of the ReaderManager software and its status.

3.4.2 Connecting to a Reader

A Reader provides Ethernet and USB device interfaces to allow for client
connection. The USB interface uses TCP/IP networking over USB as the
protocol. This allows you to connect to a reader as if it was a normal
network. So all the usual services, such as telnet and FTP are available.

Step 1. Ensure a reader is turned on and a communication cable is plugged in.

ReaderManager will automatically detect all readers on the local network.
When a Reader is connected for the first time to a network using an

Ethernet cable or a host computer using a USB cable, the Reader is
identified by its Model Name-Serial Number (recommended to keep).

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 Customers can replace or add additional

information to the Model Name-Serial Number
such as a physical location or customer ID
number. Refer to section 3.5.4 Changing the
Reader’s Network Setup of this User Manual.

 Subsequently when a customer starts using

the Reader the new name will appear on the
list of Readers in the Connection menu.

 Tip: If you want to use the new name

immediately, simply unplug the power
connector and plug in again to view the new
name on the Connection menu list.

When a Reader is connected to a host computer for the first time using a
USB cable, there are a few more steps to go through before
ReaderManager is able to identify a new Reader:

1. In Found New Hardware Wizard tick Yes,
this time only to search for software and
press Next.

2. In What do you want wizard to do? tick
Install the software automatically and
press Next.

3. Wait while the wizard installs the
software: Linux USB Ethernet/RNDIS

Gadget. Ignore other message and press
Continue anyway.

4. Press Finish.

5. Open the Connection menu to see a list
of Readers and the new Reader identified
by Model Name-Serial Number on the list.

6. If you can not find the new Reader on the
list simply unplug the USB cable and plug
it again into the Reader USB device port.
This time you should be able to see the
Reader’s Model Name-Serial Number.

Step 2. Click the Connection menu item to view Readers found on the local network.

ReaderManager will use network broadcasts to look for active readers via
USB and Ethernet. If you click on the Connection menu, you can see
readers defined in there automatically.

A list of Readers will be displayed as shown below. The IP address and
MAC address will be shown on the status bar as you move the mouse over
each Reader entry.

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Automatically detected
Reader list

Status bar with

Step 3. To connect to a Reader, from the Connection menu select the Reader you

would like to connect to, then click the left mouse button.

The status bar will change from a red to a green background to indicate that
the ReaderManager was able to connect to a Reader. The tag type and IP
address are also shown on the status bar.

To setup static connections to readers refer to the ReaderManager User
Manual (40-01-006-DOC).

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3.4.3 Communication Test

From the Tools menu, select System then Grid of tags sight count.

Check some default settings in
Tools>System>Reader Settings:

 Tag Type. Default is IFX_STACK. If you use

ItemTags the default should be changed to
IFX_ITEM.

 The Powering Field box should be ticked.
 Tag Reply Mode:

For 8 channel Readers, the default is:
CommandReplyChannelHopping7_8muted
CommandReplyChannel Hopping Unmuted

For 2 channel Readers, the default is:
CommandReplyChannelHoppin3_4muted
CommandReplyChannelHoppingUnmuted
FixedReplyChannel(G)

Refer to ReaderManager User Manual (40-01-006­DOC) and Programmer Guide (40-01-000-DOC) for
a description of the various tools and advanced
options available.

Using one of the test tags supplied with the Reader, place the tag on the
Reader antenna.

The first square in the grid should turn from white to blue and display the
tag’s ID number and the number of times the tag was sighted (should be
one). An example of this is shown below.

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3.4.4 Changing the Reader’s Network Setup

Ensure the Reader is connected as described above.
From the Tools menu, select System then Configuration System. The

window shown below will be displayed.

Click the column on the right of Customer ID and enter the name you would
like the Reader to be identified as. This is the name that will appear on the
Connection menu.

Click the Save button on the right to save your changes to the reader, or
click the Refresh button to restore the previously saved name.

To change the Reader’s network settings, click the Network Configuration
tab.

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If the Reader is to be assigned an IP address from a DHCP server click the
Obtain an IP address automatically check box.

To assign a static IP address, uncheck the check box and enter the IP
address in the IP address text box. The box will turn red if the IP address is
not valid. Care should be taken not to duplicate IP addresses on your
network. If you are unsure what IP address to use consult your systems
administrator.

Enter the network Subnet mask and Default gateway addresses in the text
boxes provided.

Click the Save button to save these changes to the Reader, or click the
Refresh button to restore the last saved values.

Restart the Reader for these changes to take effect.

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Here is a general guide to the way reader network
address assignment works:

 The Ethernet interface is either served an IP

address via DHCP or is assigned a static IP
address by the user. If the reader is set to use a
DHCP assigned address and no DHCP server is
available it will automatically use a link local
address of 169.254.0.0/16.

 The reader must be powered up with the

Ethernet connected to get a DHCP assigned IP
address.

These are the networking rules:

 USB will always choose a subnet different to

Ethernet.

 Both interfaces will try to obtain the 169.254.0.0

range, but Ethernet has priority.

 172.16.0.0/16 is USB's fallover subnet if

Ethernet has already taken it by either: DHCP,
fixed, or link-local IP acquisition.

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4. Reporting a Problem

If you are having a problem with a Magellan Reader, you will need to send a
report to your support organisation. To make the diagnosis quicker and
easier, please supply your problem report on a Service Form along with the
following information:

 What kind of tags are you using and how

many are you putting inside the Reader at
one time?

 Have this Reader and the tags you are using

worked at any time in the past?

 Have you tried connecting to the Reader with

a different PC?

The required information about Model Number, S/N, P/N and D/C is located
on OEM label on the back of the equipment.

Warranty Repairs

Before shipping any Reader a Return Authorisation Number (RAN) must be
obtained.

 Have you successfully installed the

ReaderManager application?

 In the ReaderManager, select the Help/About

ReaderManager menu item and record on the
Service Form what version numbers are
shown in the window that appears.

End-users should contact the company from
whom they purchased the Reader for repair,
replacement or refund.

If you purchased the Reader directly from
Magellan, contact Magellan for a Return
Authorization Number (RAN) before shipment.

The copy of the Service Form with RAN must be enclosed in the original or
equivalent packing with the RAN number clearly marked on the outside of
the box.

Non-Warranty Repairs

If a Reader needs repairing after one year warranty period expires, your
support organization or Magellan if you purchased directly from Magellan
will first provide an estimate of repair charges. Then upon receiving approval
from you the Reader can be sent for repair. Refer to above Warranty
Repairs information for return procedures.

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4.1 Troubleshooting

Problem Reason Solution

Red LED light is off

Power cable not
connected

Ensure the power cable is connec ted correctly to both
the mains power and to the Reader.

Absence of the flashing
green LED light during
tag reading

Green LED was sighted
but tag did not appear on
the computer screen

Can not find and connect
to the Reader as the
Reader is not shown on
the Connection menu list

Power cable faulty
Power adaptor faulty
Reader faulty Send a service report on a Service Form.
Incorrectly orientated

tag/tags
Faulty tag/tags Replace tag/tags. Do not use tags with a black dot or

The Powering Field is off Ensure the powering field is on. Go to Tools>

Reader faulty Send a service report on a Service Form.
USB or Ethernet

connection is not
functioning

The reader is not
Connected

The tag type is
incompatible with the
Reader

A communication tool
has not been chosen

The Reader was not in
operational mode when
you connected a
communication cable
and/or open the
Connection menu

Replace the cable.
Replace the power adaptor.

Ensure tag/tags are oriented correctly for the Reader
(see Tag-to-Reader/Tag-to-Antenna Orientation).

black square marking (faulty tags).

System>Reader Setting. Tick the Powering Field box.

Ensure cable is connected correctly. Cycle the power
on the Reader. Shut down and restart the host
computer and ReaderManager.

Ensure the Reader is turned on and a communication
cable is plugged in. The status bar in bottom right
corner of the ReaderManager window has to show an
indication Connected, the tag type and the IP address.

Use appropriate tag type according to the chart in
section Reader-Tag Compatibility.

Choose Grid or Table from Tools> System menu as a
communication tool.

Unplug and plug in the communication cable. Open the
Connection menu. Find the Reader you want to
connec

Plug in the power and communication cables. Wait for
about 1 minute after you apply the power to the
Reader. The red or blue LED/LEDs must to be
permanently lit and the green LED off. Open the
Connection menu. Find the Reader you want to
connect to on the list.

t to on the list.

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4.2 Service Form

Always return a copy of this

Company _____________________________
Address ______________________________
Country ______________________________
Sales Order ___________________________

CONTACT

PO Number ___________________________
Purchase Date _________________________

From OEM label on the back of the equipment:
Model __________________________
P/N ___________________________________
D/C ___________________________________
S/N ___________________________________
MLC __________________________________
(first number in order after black dots)
Describe any hardware modifications made to the unit and modification date:

PRODUCT

______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe problems (see 3.2 Reporting a Problem):
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________

REASON FOR RETURN

______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________

If purchased from Magellan:

Magellan Technology Pty Limited

65 Johnston St.
Annandale

RETURN TO*

NSW 2038
Australia

* End-users should contact the company from whom they purchased the Reader

Return Authorisation Number (RAN) ______________
Date ________________________________________
Technical Contact _____________________________
Telephone ___________________________________
Fax _________________________________________
Email _______________________________________

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website:

www.magtech.com.au

form along with the product

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5. Contact Us

MAGELLAN TECHNOLOGY PTY LIMITED

65 JOHNSTON ST.
ANNANDALE
NSW 2038
AUSTRALIA

TEL.: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
EMAIL: [e-mail]
WEBSITE:

WWW.MAGTECH.COM.AU

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6. Revision History

Version Date Person Reason

Ver.1 05.2006 OK Initial User’s Guide (40-01-005-DOC) has been split

into separate User Manuals for each reader. New
user-friendly document layout/design, new logo, new
sections added (Alert Symbols, Glossary, Product
Overview, Service Form, Specification, Revision
History)

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7. Appendix

7.1 Specification

MDR-1109 Desktop Reader-Writer

Read and write operations
No manual calibration needed
No user-serviceable parts
ISO/IEC Compliance 18000-3 Mode 2
Operating Frequency 13.56 MHz
Number of Axes 1
Number of Reply Channels 2
Command Data Rate 424 kbit/s
Reply Data Rate 106 kbit/s per channel

Operation Range

Tag Type PJM StackTag® and PJM ItemTag®
External Dimensions (L x W x H) 146 x 91 x 30 mm
Net Weight 0.41 kg
Low Voltage Input 12 VDC @ 350 mA
Operation environment Indoor use
Temperature range +10oC to +45oC
Humidity 10% to 80% (non-condensing)

Recommended Minimum Host Computer
Requirement

Host Interface USB and Ethernet

0 – 110 mm PJM ItemTag® (76x45 mm, 5 turns)
0 – 60 mm PJM StackTag® (76x45 mm, 5 turns)

Windows XP/ 500 MHz CPU/ 128MB RAM

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7.2 Reader-Tag Compatibility and Maximum Read-Write
Distance

READER-WRITERS

Maximum Read-Write
Distance* (MRD), mm

Rectangular,
76 x 45 mm, 5 turns

MPR- 5050

315 235

S

Rectangular,

T

76 x 45 mm, 2.5 turns

A

160 170

C

Rectangular, 56 x 26 mm 280 220

K
T
A

Round, 35 mm diameter 145 170

G
S

Round, 25 mm diameter 115 15

MARS and

round external

antenna

(60 mm radius)

MSTRP-

5050

D D

D D

D D

D D

MDOCR-

2505

MDR-

1109

60

30

55

40

MTR-

1310

D

D

D

D

D

Round, 20 mm diameter 100 10

Rectangular, 28 x 16 mm 120 15

Rectangular, 20 x 15 mm 95 10

I
T

Rectangular,
76 x 45 mm, 5 turns

E

540 315

D

110

M
T
A

Rectangular, 20 x 15 mm 135

G

D

25

S

* - Measured for a single tag

D - Tags operate inside an internal volume or shrouded area

D

D

D

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