DATA SHEET
DOC NO. 06-xxx 01
S1500 / S1501 Reader
User programmable Read/Write station
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TagMaster AB S1500 / S1501 Reader Data Sheet Issue 01
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Functional description
S1500 readers are a 2.45 GHz circular polarised
read/write station for TagMaster RFID tags.
Reading distance is typically up to 6 metres. The
reader has 99 RF channels to eliminate
interference of other nearby readers. Transmitted
power and reception sensitivity is also adjustable
with SW commands for optimising any
installation.
S1500 has a movement detection function for
detecting people and vehicles, or even smaller
objects, even if not using a tag. It can determine
their moving speed in approaching or retreating
directions.
S1500 is user programmable and has a large
memory for application programs and built in
database functions for fast, customised and
efficient stand-alone operation. User software is
downloaded and saved in EEPROM through a
serial communication line. If user programming is
not required, there is a ready-to-use standard
application SW in the reader.
A local database in EEPROM can be loaded with
over 15,000 tag entries for extremely fast readvalidate-activate response times.
The ConfiTalk protocol is used for serial
communication in a polled RS485 network or
point-to-point in RS232 connections. There are
ConfiTalk communication drivers available for
95/98/ME and NT/2000/XP with interface for
C/C++, Delphi and Visual Basic.
S1500 has two serial ports, a DTMF port for
keypads, LED interfaces, relay, parallel I/O
(emulating magcard data as an option).
A control panel with a 7-segment LED display,
two push buttons, a three colour LED, a buzzer
and a reset button is available for local
configuration and start up of test programs as
installation aids. The unit can also be configured
using a hand held computer or terminal
connected locally.
S1500 is sealed from water spray and dust. Noncorrosive materials are used in external parts.
Connections are made through rubber bushings,
or via cable glands in a steel back plane.
Jackable screw connectors connect the wires.
Built in DC/DC converters tolerate noisy voltages,
provide low power consumption (3W) and can be
set to 24 as well as 12 V
DC
6 m reading range
ange/channel setting by SW
Tag programming
ovement detection at up to 5 m
3-colour LED and buzzer
DC supply
User programmable
C, Delphi and VB drivers
Flash EEPROM database
TMF and LED interface
aintenance functions
Radiated 2.45 GHz signal
Microwave/Antenna block
Processor block
I/O block
RS 232a
RS 232b
RS 485
DTMF/LED
Relay
Opto I/O
S232 and 2/4 wire RS485
3 parallel in, 2 parallel out
optoisolated. Relay and
tamper switches
MI tolerant DC/DC conv.
24V or 12V powering
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General
S1500 comprises a plastic cover and a metal
chassis for two PC boards, where the upper
position carries a standard board and the
lower is for an option board. A rubber gasket
seals the unit.
The standard board includes a Processor and
I/O block with analogue and digital circuits,
and is integrated with a Microwave and
Antenna block.
The antenna system is circular polarised and
radiates through the front cover, with a lobe
that is directed perpendicularly to the front
surface of S1500. The lobe shape can be
described as an ellipsoid with a circular cross
section, as shown in the figure below.
CONFIDENT
The reading and writing distances depend on
the tag type and on the power and sensitivity
SW settings. Typically, S1500 can read
TagMaster tags at up to 6 m distance. See
Reading/Writing range for details.
8,7
236,6
When dismounting the cover, it separates
from the cable inlets to conveniently operate
the unit also without cover. Screw connectors
are jackable and in logical groups, i.e. it is not
needed to disconnect each wire to replace the
electronics.
J1 DTMF, LED, external tamper line
J2 RS232 for terminal
J3 RS232 and RS 485 for host
J4 Parallel out and relay
J5 Parallel in
J6 DC supply
To hide the cables, S1500 can be connected
via cable glands in the back plane. Dual
tamper switches monitor that the cover is
closed. When removed, a software as well as
hardware alarm is generated.
For service and setup purposes there is a
control panel with a 7-segment LED display, 2
control buttons, a reset button, a LED and a
buzzer. There are also jumpers for RS232/485
and 12/24V selection.
A corrosion resistant mounting bracket that
gives additional sealing for rough
environments is separately available. It fits the
mounting holes of S1500, and has a flexible
joint for easy adjustment to different mounting
angles.
120,0
23,7
Diameter of holes: 4,2 mm
J1 J2 J3 J4 J5 J6
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Example: Your reading range has been calculated
Reading/writing range
The maximum reading or writing range is defined
as the maximum distance along the radiation axis
where the tag can be communicated when the tag
and reader face each other and when there is free
space in between.
The free space reading range for S1500 is up to
more than 6 m (20 Ft).
In a typical installation the reading range is up to
4m (13 Ft)
Writing range is up to 0.25 m (0.8 Ft)
The reading range depends on the tag reflectivity,
the data speed (high/low), power output and
sensitivity settings.
If using low power and/or low sensitivity the
reading range is reduced according to the
following table.
Range
Sensitivity Power Range factor
4 HIGH HIGH 100%
3 HIGH LOW 50%
2 LOW HIGH 25%
1 LOW LOW 12%
Writing must be done at high power. The writing
range is normally not affected by speed and
sensitivity settings.
Lobe width
The lobe diagram shows, in a proportional scale,
the approximate lobe shapes of the S1500 and
S1501 readers.
to 4.0 meters, meaning each square in the
diagram is 4.0/10=0.4 meters. The lobe width at
70% range is then 5.5 squares * 0.4 = 2.2 meters.
The diagram concerns a free space installation,
and does not take into account possible
influences from signal reflections or attenuating
structures.
For reliability reasons, it is recommended that
tags are passing at 70 % or less of specified
reading and writing range.
Reading/writing time
The time for reading and writing tags are specified
in the tag data sheets. Please refer to the data
sheet of the specific tag concerned.
Passage speed
The table shows the maximum allowed passage
speed in km/h for combinations of tag reading
time and lobe widths.
Lobe width [m]
Reading time
[ms]
20 180 270 360 450 540
50 72 108 144 180 216
70 51 77 103 129 154
100 36 54 72 90 108
130 28 42 56 69 83
150 24 36 48 60 72
200 18 27 36 45 54
1 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0
Tag orientation
Thanks to the circular polarisation, the reading
and writing ranges are independent from the
rotational orientation around the radiation axis.
The reading time for the tag, can be found in the
tag datasheets. If the ID tag is tilted in relation to
the reader, a range reduction may occur. Since
this effect depends mainly on the specific
installation, it is recommended that a test is made.
S1500 can be set to a "read beep" mode to
conveniently check out the reading range.
Movement detection
Curves 4, 3, 2 and 1 show areas for safe reading
for the four different combinations of power and
sensitivity.
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AB.
Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. While the information contained herein is assumed to be accurate, TagMaster AB assumes no responsibility for
any errors or omissions.
S1500 detects a moving person or car at up to 5
meters (16Ft) distance, even when moving slowly.
The reader senses if the object is approaching or
moving away from the reader, and at what radial
TagMaster AB S1500 / S1501 Reader Data Sheet 2006-06-07
speed. The detection threshold can be set to
different sensitivity levels.
Software
The readers are delivered with the pre-installed
software Pyramid for standard applications.
However, you can easily develop your own
application software to be executed inside the
reader. This will give you the full power of
controlling the reader operation for flexible
solutions and fast response times.
User application development
For user application development there are
complete software development kits (SDK)
including compilers, loaders, tools, drivers and
libraries supporting the complete development
phase for reader applications as well as PC
applications.
User
applicati ons
C/C++
Delphi
Visual
Basic
Reader applications are developed in a PC
environment with the cross compiler ConfiComp
and can be executed in the PC for testing and
debugging. The complete software is finally
downloaded, using ConfiLoad, to the reader for
permanent storage in EEPROM. PC applications
are developed with any PC software development
tool. For application programmers a ConfiTalk
Commander is available for training and low level
communications management.
ConfiLib
ConfiLib is a function library with hundreds of
functions for reader management and ConfiTalk
protocol handling. ConfiLib exist in versions both
for readers and PC environments including DOS,
Windows 3.1, 95/98/ME and NT/2000/XP.
The reader version of ConfiLib is a function library
package in C language. For PC environments, the
ConfiLib API comes as dynamic link libraries
(DLL) with C/C++ interface. There are also
separate interface modules for Visual Basic and
Delphi available. Typical functions include
read/write/format tags, read/write/search
database, HW/SW configuration, read/write I/O,
ConfiTalk send/receive, timers, buffers, mail
management, etc.
PC Communicator
User or standar d
ConfiLib
DLL
ConfiTalk
RS232
RS485
applicati on
ConfiLib
ConfiTalk
ConfiTalk is the standard serial communications
protocol used by the readers. The protocol
transfers data to and from a reader and handles
flow control, retransmissions, checksums and
data transparency. It can be used both for pointto-point and multidrop networks, using a polling
procedure.
ConfiTalk can also be replaced by a user defined
protocol.
Pyramid application
Pyramid application operates stand-alone reading
tags, validating according to a downloaded
database white list, activating relays for valid tags
and producing logs for a PC to collect on- or offline. Pyramid can also sense movements of
people and vehicles using the movement
detection.
Events
Following events may trig actions:
• A tag is read
• A tag is read and found in the database
(validated)
• A movement is detected
Actions
For each event following actions may be
specified:
• The event is logged
• The relay is pulled
• The buzzer is turned on
• The LED is set to different colours
Alarms
Following alarms can be generated:
• Tamper switch alarm
• Reset alarm
Database
The database in S1500 stores more than 15.000
tag identities.
Movement detection
When enabled, this feature can sense movements
5 meters away or at reduced ranges.
Timer
Relay activation time and tag timeout can be set.
Logging
All events and alarms are logged to be retrieved
by a PC on- or off-line. Log size is 250-1000
events.
Terminal
For serial port configuration and local operating at
installation time, an optional terminal can be
connected to the terminal interface Check SW.
Pyramid may also be set to Off mode without any
stand-alone operation. Instead, all ConfiLib
commands are available on the serial port
interface for a PC controller.
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Control panel setup
Under the cover of the S1500 there is a control
panel available for local configuration and
operation without the need of a terminal or PC.
The left black button is used for parameter
selection and the right black button is used for
value selection.
Example to change the ConfiTalk address: Push
the left button repeatedly until ‘Ad’ is displayed.
Push the right button to display the current
address. Repeat pushing the right button until the
wanted address is displayed. Press the left button
to save the configuration. When there are
unsaved changes, the LED is red.
The configuration is stored in non-volatile
memory, and is retained after a power failure.
To reset the reader to default configuration and
erase the database, keep the two black buttons
pushed while pressing the red reset button. .
Release the buttons when the LED blinks yellow.
Push the red button again.
To invoke the terminal interface Check SW in
S1500, keep one of the two black buttons pushed
while pressing the red button.
Hardware
Processor block
The processor block includes a 16 bit
microprocessor, 384 kByte Flash EEPROM, 100
byte EEPROM, 128 kByte SRAM and a bus
interface for an external option board. Option
boards are inserted in the lower position slot.
Flash EEPROM is used for program code and
databases while the small EEPROM may be used
for configuration data. This information is retained
even after DC power interruption for any period of
time. Programs and configuration can therefore
be downloaded at production time and remains
unchanged even after transportation.
The SRAM memory is used for program data, tag
reading logs, reader mail messages, etc.
The processor block includes a real time clock
(RTC) and a watchdog for automatic restart in
case of software failure.
A rechargeable backup battery for SRAM and
RTC is automatically charged as soon as the unit
is under voltage, and retains its voltage during two
weeks after loss of power provided that the
battery jumper is in the on position.
Jumper settings
There are jumpers for selecting if the second
serial port should be RS232 or RS485 and if the
RAM backup battery shall be connected. See
figure below.
Battery on
Host RS232 (Tx)
Host RS232 (Rx)
Under the rightmost antenna, additional jumpers
are available for setting the unit to 12 or 24 volt
operation. Markings on the PC board indicate how
to set these jumpers. The factory setting is 24 V.
Battery off
Host RS485 (Tx)
Host RS485 (Rx)
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Hardware interface
The I/O block comprise the following interface.
DTMF
2-wire interface to receive a dual tone signal and
to power a DTMF device.
Parameter
Line volt. @ 10 mA 4.1 4.5 V
Tone level -26 0 dBm
RS 232 - host and terminal
Default: 9600 bps, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit,
ConfiTalk address 1
Parameter
Baud rate 1.2 19.2 kbits/s
Data bits 7 8 bits
Stop bits 1 2 bits
Parity no - odd - even
RS 485 - host
Full (4 wire) or half duplex (2 wire). Default: 9600
bps, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, ConfiTalk address
1
Parameter
Baud rate 1.2 38.4 kbits/s
Data bits 7 8 bits
Stop bits 1 2 bits
Parity no - odd - even
Optocoupler inputs
Parameter
High voltage 2,4 30 V
Low voltage 0.0 0.2 V
Open collector outputs
Parameter Min
Allowed voltage 1 30 V
Sink current Out 1 0 500 mA
Sink current Out 2 0 100 mA
Relay
Parameter Min
Switch current 2 A
Switch voltage DC 220 V
Switch voltage AC 125 V
Switch power 50 W
Power
The S1500 is set for 24 VDC when delivered from
factory. By changing the top jumper settings, the
unit can also be supplied with 12 VDC.
Min Max Unit
Min Max Unit
Min Max Unit
Min Max Unit
Max Unit
Max Unit
Connection diagram
The electrical interface is shown in the diagram
below. J1, J2 etc. represent different logical (as
well as physical) connectors, which can all be
individually disconnected.
J1: 1
J2: 1
J3: 1
J5: 1
2
3
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
3
4
5
6
2
3
4
5
6
7
LED
LED 2
GndLED
SDTMF
RtnDTMF
Tamp a
Tamp b
Tx232a
Rx232a
Gnd 232a
Tx232b
Rx232b
Gnd 232b
CGnd
Tx-/Rx-485
Tx+/Rx+485
Gnd485t
Rx485-
Rx485+
Gnd485r
Outspl1J4: 1
Out 1c
Out
Out 2c
Out 2e
R1c
R1b
R1m
In 1a
In 1c
In 2a
In 2c
In 3a
In 3c
470 470
100
Cover on
100
100
2,2 k
2,2 k
2,2 k
DTMF
receiver
Standard IC
Standard IC
Standard IC
Standard IC
J6: 1
Spl 1
Rtnspl 1
2
Spl 2
3
Rtnspl 2
4
DC/DC converter
or linear regulator
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Installation aspects
Microwaves penetrate most non-metallic materials,
such as gypsum, wood, plastics, glass, dirt and
snow. The unit should however if possible be
installed and used so that free space is available
between the ID tag and the reader.
If large reflecting surfaces are present in the
reading zone, the antenna diagram may be
distorted. In such a case, it is recommended to
shorten the distance to the ID tag to achieve a
stronger signal. The system works safely at all
distances down to zero.
If the reader is installed with a low grazing angle to
a reflecting surface such as a road or floor, the
multipath effect can increase the reading distance.
Since the multipath effect may reduce the lobe
width, a test is recommended to check the reader
in such installations, e.g. with the ”Read Beep” test
function available at the control panel.
In the control panel, push the left black button until
”OP” is displayed. Press the right button until ”rb”
is displayed. Press the left button again. In the
read beep operation mode, a short beep is
sounded from the buzzer every time a tag is read,
thus helping to verify the actual reading zone at
installation time.
Restore the reader to normal operation mode by
pressing the right button until ”On” is displayed and
then press the left button.
If several readers are to be operated close to
each other, it is recommended to use different RF
channels to avoid interference. There are 100
channels available.
If tags are passing at a close distance from the
reader it might be a recommendation to reduce
the reading range to avoid unwanted readings of
a remote tag. The range is reduced by setting of
the power and sensitivity parameters.
If the reader is to be used in wet conditions, the
cable inlets should be oriented downwards. It is
recommended to protect the reader from direct
water spray or rain.
Screened cables shall be used with the screens
clamped according to the figure below.
Note. The DTMF input may be disturbed if the
DTMF cable is exposed to signals in the 1 - 3
MHz region and the prescribed test level (ETS
301 489) for conducted interference is exceeded.
Warning: To comply with the FCC RF
exposure limits, it is recommended that the reader
is installed so that a separation distance of at
least 20 cm (8 inches) from all persons is
provided.
Saccess
To enable a quick start to TAGMASTER, the
SACCESS Windows application is available for
demonstration purposes.
The main functionality is:
• Tag reading
• Tag writing
• Stand alone capability with tag validation and
relay activation
• Database update
• Event and action configuration
• Logging events on screen and file
• Reader serial port and address configuration
S1501 stripped down version
The Reader S1501 is a stripped down version of
the S1500. It is based on the same hardware with
the following differences.
• Application SW: Solid which is used for host
controlled applications.
• 128 Kbyte Flash EEPROM for SW (No
EEPROM database).
• No 7-segment display.
• No buzzer.
• No HW support for 4 wire RS485.
• 12V supply only. Standard voltage regulator
instead of DC/DC converter.
• No real time clock. ConfiLib emulates a real
time clock in software with less accuracy.
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Electrical data
Data regards the temperature range -20 to 60 °C.
Parameter
DC Supply voltage 20 - 28 V
(selectable by jumper) 10 - 14 V
Consumption 12 V 500 mA
Consumption 24 V 150 mA
Radiation frequency 2435 – 2465 MHz
Output power 10 mW e.i.r.p
Polarisation circular
Tx modulation ASK
Number of RF channels 99
Radiation reduction -12 dB
Sensitivity reduction -24 dB
Reading data speed, high 16 kbit/s
Reading data speed, low 4 kbit/s
Writing data speed 4 kbit/s
Movement det., min speed 0,3 m/s
Movement det., max speed 9,2 m/s
Movement det. max range 5 m
Value Unit
Mechanical data
Product information according to the figure below
is marked on the cover of S1500. A marking
sticker is also placed inside the unit to avoid
mixing up covers and chassis.
Example of marking label:
54 mm
(2,13 In)
176 mm
(6,93 In)
TagMaster AB
OMMUNICATOR
C
S1500/00 Rev 05
mm nnnnn
FCC ID:
DC 24V M AX 1A
M39LRXX
Communication range
data
Reading range typical inst.: 0 to 4 m (13 Ft)
Reading range up to: 6 m (20 Ft)
Writing range : 0 to 0,25 m (0.8
Ft)
Environmental data
Cold -20ºC (-4ºFh)
IEC68-2-1 Ad
Heat +60ºC(+140ºFh)
IEC68-2-2 Bd
Sealing IP 54
IEC 529
Shock 50 G, 6 ms,
IEC68-2-27 Ea 10x 3 dir
Bump 25 G 6 ms,
IEC68-2-29 Eb 1000x 3 dir
Sine vibration 5G/0,55mm,
IEC68-2-6 Fc 500Hz, 10m,
4 worst freq
Random Vibration
IEC 60068-2-64
263mm (10,35In)
Weight 1,8 kg
Dimensions (WxLxH): 176 x 263 x 54 mm
Front colour Light grey
Front material Polycarbonate
Back material Stainless steel
Sealing method Rubber gasket
Immunity Acc. to CE
leg.
ETSI EN 301 489-3
v1.2.1(0208)
Emission Acc. to CE
leg.
ETSI EN 300 440-1
v1.3.1(0109)
Solar radiation 1120 W/sqm
IEC68-2-5 Sa C 56 days
Safety Electrical and Radio
EN 60950 and EN 60215
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