Tagmaster XTXX User Manual

XT-1

Installation Manual

XT-1 Installation Manual 13-111 P01B, 2013-RO-0XX, 2014-01-28

Note: This equipment has FCCID: M39XTXX. It complies with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 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. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Caution: To comply with Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC and FCC regulations, this reader must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 25 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Copyright

The copyright and ownership of this document belongs to TagMaster AB. The document may be
downloaded or copied provided that all copies contain the full information from the complete document. All
other copying requires a written approval from TagMaster AB.

Disclaimer

While effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this document TagMaster AB
assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the
information contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Content

1 Introduction 4

1.1

1.2

1.3

2 Installation 4

2.1

2.2

3 Interfaces 6

3.1

3.2

3.2.1 Terminal Connections .................................................................................... 8

3.2.2 Ethernet and USB .......................................................................................... 8

3.3

3.4

3.4.1 Wiegand Timing ........................................................................................... 11

3.4.2 Magstripe Timing ......................................................................................... 12

3.5

3.6

3.7

3.8

3.9

3.10

3.11

3.12

3.12.1 DIP SW S101 .............................................................................................. 21

3.12.2 DIP SW S301 .............................................................................................. 21

3.13

Overview........................................................................................................ 4

Tags .............................................................................................................. 4

Security ......................................................................................................... 4

Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 4

Mounting Instruction ...................................................................................... 4

Cables ........................................................................................................... 6

Wires ............................................................................................................. 8

Power Supply ................................................................................................ 9

Wiegand/Magstripe ...................................................................................... 10

Ethernet ....................................................................................................... 13

RS232 ......................................................................................................... 14

RS485 ......................................................................................................... 15

USB ............................................................................................................. 17

Input ............................................................................................................ 18

Output .......................................................................................................... 19

Relay ........................................................................................................... 20

DIP Switches ............................................................................................... 21

LED and Buzzer........................................................................................... 22

4 Configuration 22

4.1

4.2

4.3

5 TAGP 22

6 Trouble Shooting 23

7 Technical Specification 31

PC Tool ....................................................................................................... 22

Settings ....................................................................................................... 22

Reset to Factory Default .............................................................................. 22

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1 Introduction

Overview

1.1

The XT-1 is an UHF RFID reader compliant with EPC Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C). The reader is specifically
tailored for Automated Vehicle Identification (AVI) applications such as Parking, Gated Communities and
Condominiums. It has been designed for absolutely premium performance for read-range and
environmental specification while also giving a large number of interface options and having an innovative
implementation for TCP/IP connectivity and monitoring.

1.2

XT-1 supports any UHF tag compliant with the EPC Gen 2 standard. XT-1 also supports the
SecureMarkID® format developed by TagMaster to ensure that each tag has a truly unique identity difficult
to duplicate.

1.3

The EPC Gen 2 standard was initially developed for low cost item management and has for that reason no
built in support for encryption like DES or AES. This differentiates the system from for instance many
proximity identification systems. To address this TagMaster has developed the SecureMarkID® format
using a specific algorithm and non-writeable parts of the tag to create a truly unique identity difficult to
duplicate. It is recommend to only use SecureMarkID® tags together with XT-1, but also to consider these
limitations in any application requiring high security.

As the development of a cryptographic framework for EPC Gen2 proceeds, TagMaster will offer future new
products to continue to make the most of available technology in an effort to offer the highest possible
security.

Tags

Security

2 Installation

2.1

The following safety instruction should be observed during installation, normal use and service.

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The installation and service should only be done by qualified personnel.

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Shields of cables should be connected to safety ground.

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The XT-1 must be disconnected from all voltage sources before any installation or service work.

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Do not modify any part of the product. Repair is to be performed by TagMaster only.

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Where local regulations exist, these are to be followed. The safety information in this manual is a

Safety Instructions

Capacitors inside the XT-1 can hold their charge even if the equipment has been disconnected from
all voltage sources.

supplement to local regulations. It is the responsibility of the local project manager to make certain
that local regulations are known and followed.

2.2

The XT-1 can be mounted to a wall or a pole, see Figure 1. Mount the reader in a horizontal position with
the cable glands on the bottom side. Direct the reader so that the reading lobe covers the positions of the
tags. For optimal performance, tilt and rotate the reader into a position so that the front side of the reader is
parallel with the front side of the tag to be read. Align the reader so that the actual reading range is 60–70%
of the specified maximum.

Mounting Instruction

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Figure 1 XT-1 mounted on a pole using UMK

The UMK (Universal Mounting Kit, Part No. 193600), see Figure 2, from TagMaster enables the reader to
be mounted in a wide variety of positions and angles. The kit contains all parts needed for mounting the
reader on a wall or on a pole. The UMK is suitable for outdoor use. See separate data sheet for more
details on installation.

Figure 2 UMK for wall and pole mounting of XT-1

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2

3 Interfaces

3.1

Connections to the XT-1 is primarily done using the central M20 cable gland, and secondarily by replacing
any of the 4 pcs of M16 blind stops with cable glands, see Figure 3. Shielded cables should be used for all
connections. Select cables suitable for the installation environment, considering indoor or outdoor
environment and use flexible cables with stranded wire. The reader chassis should be grounded.

Cables

Figure 3 Cable connections for XT-1 (Pos. 1 is M20 cable gland, Pos. 2 is M16 blind stops)

Instructions:

1. Select and use the M20 cable gland insert corresponding to the number of cables required. The
cable gland can be used with one cable (6-12 mm) or by using the supplied insert with two cables
(2-6 mm), see Figure 4.

2. Open XT-1 lid by removing the 8 screws on the front, and slide the lid open.

3. Feed the cable (or two cables) through the cable gland and through the chassis. All parts of the
cable gland except the nut shall be on the outside of the XT-1.

4. Connect the wires to relevant terminals and connections depending on interfaces being used. If
using RJ45 connectors for Ethernet these must be crimped inside the reader.

5. Connect the shielding of the power cable to the chassis grounding point using the grounding screw
(Figure 5, Pos. 1).

6. Screw the cable gland to tighten and ensure proper water and dust sealing.

As an alternative for grounding, a metallic cable gland (not included) can be used to connect to the reader
chassis to ground using the power cable shielding.

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2

Figure 4 The XT-1 M20 cable gland with insert for 2 cables

Never use the ventilating membrane (Figure 5, Pos. 2) on the back of the XT-1 for cable connections.

Figure 5 XT-1 overview (Pos. 1 is ground screw connection, Pos.2 is ventilating membrane)

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3.2

Wires

3.2.1 Terminal Connections

Wire connections (with the exception of Ethernet and USB, see §3.2.2) are added as singles wires to spring
cage terminal connectors, see Figure 6. These are easy-to-use terminals for single stranded wires.

Instructions:

1. Strip wire lead approximately 9 mm.

2. Push screwdriver down to release spring cage.

3. Insert wire into terminal.

4. Remove screwdriver which will clamp wire.

5. Gently pull installed wire to make sure connection is reliable.

Figure 6 Connection with easy-to-use spring cage terminal

Wire size 0.5mm2 - 1.5mm2 / AWG20 - AWG 16

Table 1 Wire connection overview

3.2.2 Ethernet and USB

Ethernet is connected using RJ45 connectors. To be able to fit this connector given the limited diameter of
M20 cable gland and the hole in the chassis, such RJ45 must be crimped to the wires inside the reader.
This is done with corresponding standard tool and RJ45. Pass the Ethernet cable through the cable gland
before crimping the connector on the cable.

USB is intended for service interface and therefore connected only when lid is open. Connection is done
using a standard USB type B cable.

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DC+

High supply potential

(See

Figure

7 for details

)

3.3

The XT-1 shall be powered by an isolated power supply suitable for outdoor use. The required voltage is 12
VDC to 24VDC. It is recommended to use a power supply of 24 VDC, 1 A minimum.

Power Supply

Figure 7 Power supply connection, overview and detail

The power input has built-in protection for an accidental connection of reversed polarity.

Connections

Supply voltage

Recommended / Max length 10m / 100m

Wire size

Table 2 Power connection overview

DC- Low supply potential
12 VDC to 24 VDC
(Absolute minimum rating 10 VDC, absolute maximum rating 30 VDC)

Recommended length 0.5mm2 / AWG 20
Max length 1.5mm2 / AWG 16

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3.4

The Wiegand interface is shared with Magstripe and outputs. This selection of interface is done via SW
configuration see §4. Furthermore is the details of the Wiegand output format configured using SW. The
interface has a separate isolation of 1500 VDC and varistor protection for over voltage.

The XT-1 has a built-in option (3xDIP) of 1kΩ pull-ups on the transmit side for D0/CLK, D1/DATA and
CL/LOAD. The DIP switches are also described in §3.12.

Wiegand/Magstripe

Figure 8 Wiegand connection, overview and detail

D0 Wiegand 0 (See Figure 8 for details)
Connections
(Wiegand)

Connections
(Magstripe)

Recommended / Max length 10m / 100m (depending on properties of receiving system)

Wire size 0.5mm2 / AWG 20

Voltage 30 V (Max)

Sink current 50 mA (Max)

Isolation 1500 VDC (Min)

Table 3 Wiegand connection overview

D1 Wiegand 1

CL Card Load

GND Ground

CLK Magstripe clock (See Figure 8 for details)

DATA Magstripe data

LOAD Card load

GND Ground

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