Shearwell Data SDL130 Users Manual

Instruction Manual

SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

ISO (HDX & FDX-B)

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Shearwell Data Ltd, Putham, Wheddon Cross, Minehead,

Somerset, TA24 7AS. Tel: [phone]

Shearwell Data Limited

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SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

Preface - Read This First

About This Manual

This manual should be followed to correctly install and operate the SDL 130 Intelligent Reader,
produced by Shearwell Data Ltd.

Explanation of the symbols used in this manual to display important information:

A WARNING is used where care must be
taken, or a certain procedure must be
followed, in order to prevent injury or
harm to your health.

A CAUTION indicates information on conditions,

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Caution

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Information

Thank you for purchasing an SDL130 Intelligent Reader

which must be met, or a procedure, which must
be followed, which if not heeded could cause
permanent damage to the system.

INFORMATION indicates conditions which must be
met, or procedures that should be followed to ensure
proper functioning of the system. This symbol is also
used to indicate general information which may be of
interest to the user.

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Contacting Shearwell Data Limited

If you would like further information or assistance you can contact us via:

Phone:
Fax:
Web:

[phone]

[phone]

www.shearwell.co.uk

Email:

Mail:

[e-mail]

Shearwell Data Ltd, Putham, Wheddon
Cross, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7AS

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SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

Preface - Safety Notices

The SDL 130 is intended to be used in an agriculatural or indusrtrial environment, contact
Shearwell Data if operation in other environments is required.

The SDL 130 should be installed in accordance with the instructions in this manual.

240 V AC or 110 V AC installation should be in accordance with the current IEE wiring regulations.

It is strongly advised that suitable protection is provided for the mains supply, such as RCD.

Only use the power cables supplied with the Reader.

The lid of the Reader should only be removed for installation purposes. Ensure that the mains
power supply is disconnected before opening the case. Do not reconnect the power supply until
the lid has been retted.

Do not remove the clear plastic cover inside the enclosure.

There are no operator serviceable parts inside the SDL130 Intelligent Reader or the Antenna.

Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the Reader.

Do not allow the Reader or cables to stand in water.

Caution:

This equipment has been designed, constructed, and tested for compliance with FCC Rules
that regulate intentional and unintentional radiators. The user is not permitted to make
any modications to this equipment or use it in any manner inconsistent with the methods
described in this User Manual without the express approval from Shearwell Data Ltd. Doing so
will void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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Index

SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

5 - 6

2

Installation & Operation

3

Antennae

Problem Solving

4

FDX-B and HDX Problem Solving

5

Technical Data

6

7

Industry Standards

8

Servicing the SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

Warranty

9

10

User Notes

11

Appendix 1

7 - 9

9

10

11

12 - 13

13

14

14

15

16 -17

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Reader Description1.

SDL 130 Intelligent Reader

1.1

1.3

1.5

1.7

1.9

GREEN LED
READ INDICATOR

SR232
HOST CONNECTOR

INTEGRATED
BLUETOOTH
CONNECTOR

SYNCHRONISATION
CONNECTOR

THREE WAY
ROCKER
SWITCH

1.2

1.4

1.6

1.8

2.0

RED LED
POWER INDICATOR

ANTENNA
CONNECTOR

BLUETOOTH LED
INDICATOR

BATTERY POWER
CONNECTOR

MAINS POWER
CONNECTOR

1.1

Green LED

The Green LED ashes once when: every time the unit is stitched on and each time an EID has
been succesfully received and transmitted by the Reader.

1.2

Red LED

The Red LED indicates the Reader is powered. In charge mode it will not be illuminated.

1.3

SR232 Host Connector

Socket for attaching the host (PC / Laptop / Hand Held computer) it carries the power and trigger
signal to the phase switcher.

1.4

Antenna Connector

Socket for attaching the antenna cable.

1.5

Integrated Bluetooth Antenna

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1.6

Bluetooth LED Indicator

The Blue LED illuminates when Bluetooth connection has been established

1.7

Synchronisation Connector

Socket for attaching the synchronisation cable, for synchronising with other SDL130 Readers.

1.8

Battery Power Connector - 12V DC

Socket for attaching the battery power cable (12V DC).

1.9

Rocker Switch

1.9.1

Rocker Switch - ON

In this position the Reader is ‘On’.

If only ‘Mains Power (AC)’ connected then the mains electric will power the reader.

If only ‘Battery 12V (DC)’ connected then the battery will power the reader.

If both ‘Mains Power (AC)’ and ‘Battery 12V (DC)’ are connected, the battery will charge.

1.9.2

Rocker Switch - OFF

In this position the Reader and the charger are ‘O’.

1.9.3

Rocker Switch - Battery Charge

In this position the Reader is ‘O’.

If both ‘Mains Power (AC)’ and ‘Battery 12V (DC)’ are connected, the reader will be powered up
and the battery will charge.

2.0

Mains Power Connector - AC

Socket for attaching the mains power cable (240V AC).

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