TAGSYS RFID Medio L400 User Manual

Medio L400
User's Guide
Revision 1.8
June 2008
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Welcome to the TAGSYS range of products operating at the 13.56 MHz frequency. This range of products is used to implement high-quality RFID systems for demanding applications.
This document provides information about how to install and use the Medio L400 reader.
Audience
This document requires familiarity with RFID technology. It is intended for people in charge of installing and using the product.
Conventions
Symbol Meaning
CAUTION: A note that advises users that a specific action could result in the loss of data or
damage the hardware. WARNING: A note that advises users that a specific action may result in physical harm.
A note that provides additional information that helps the user performs a task or obtains the best performance from the product.
If you need assistance
Please contact your nearest TAGSYS sales representative or the TAGSYS welcome desk at:
Telephone: +33 (0)4 91 27 57 00
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Please remember to quote the Document Reference Number DOC12451A8, your job title and your company.
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Quality Issues
TAGSYS implements stringent quality controls at all stages of its manufacturing process. However, should you find a defect with this product, please notify your TAGSYS Quality Service representative using the dedicated Product Return Form.
Telephone: +33 (0)4 91 27 57 36
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 27 57 02
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Table of Contents
PUBLISHING INFORMATION __________________________________________________________ 2
D
ISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
___________________________________________________ 2
READ THIS FIRST ____________________________________________________________________ 3
A
UDIENCE
_____________________________________________________________________________ 3
C
ONVENTIONS
_________________________________________________________________________ 3
I
F YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
________________________________________________________________ 3
C
ONTACT FOR COMMENTS
_______________________________________________________________ 3
Q
UALITY ISSUES
_______________________________________________________________________ 4
1 FOR YOUR SAFETY _______________________________________________________________ 7
1.1 G
ENERAL USE
____________________________________________________________________ 7
1.2 C
ARE AND MAINTENANCE
___________________________________________________________ 7
1.3 I
MPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
____________________________________________________ 8
1.3.1 O
PERATING ENVIRONMENT
________________________________________________________ 8
2 CERTIFICATION___________________________________________________________________ 9
2.1 O
CCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTICES
_________________________________________ 9
2.2 R
EGULATORY NOTICES
_____________________________________________________________ 9
2.2.1 IN E
UROPE
(CE
AND
RTTE D
IRECTIVES
) _____________________________________________ 9
2.2.2 FCC ID C
ROSS REFERENCE TABLE
________________________________________________ 10
2.2.3 IN USA (FCC D
IRECTIVE
) ________________________________________________________ 13
2.2.4 IN C
ANADA
_____________________________________________________________________ 14
2.3 ROHS
AND
WEEE D
IRECTIVES
_____________________________________________________ 14
2.3.1 ROHS (R
ESTRICTION OF THE USES OF CERTAIN HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
)_______________ 14
2.3.2 WEEE (W
ASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
)____________________________ 14
3 OVERVIEW ______________________________________________________________________ 15
3.1 K
EY FEATURES
___________________________________________________________________ 16
3.2 D
ELIVERY
_______________________________________________________________________ 16
3.3 P
HYSICAL DESCRIPTION
___________________________________________________________ 17
3.3.1 F
RONT PANEL
__________________________________________________________________ 17
3.3.2 R
EAR PANEL
___________________________________________________________________ 21
4 INSTALLATION __________________________________________________________________ 22
4.1 M
ECHANICAL ASPECTS
____________________________________________________________ 22
4.2 C
ABLING REQUIREMENTS
__________________________________________________________ 22
4.3 U
SING
USB I
NTERFACE
____________________________________________________________ 23
4.3.1 I
NSTALLING
USB D
RIVERS
________________________________________________________ 23
4.3.2 U
SING THE
USB
INTERFACE
_______________________________________________________ 23
4.4 U
SING
RS-232 I
NTERFACE
_________________________________________________________ 23
4.5 U
SING
10/100 E
THERNET INTERFACE
________________________________________________ 23
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4.6 R
ESTORING FACTORY CONFIGURATION
_______________________________________________ 24
4.7 R
UNNING TAGSYS EXPLORER FOR THE FIRST TIME
_____________________________________ 24
4.7.1 I
NSTALLING TAGSYS EXPLORER
___________________________________________________ 24
4.7.2 C
ONNECTING TO A DEVICE USING TAGSYS EXPLORER WIZARD
__________________________ 26
4.7.3 R
EADING THE
UID
OF
ISO 15693
TAGS
_____________________________________________ 32
4.7.4 R
EADING AND WRITING
ISO 15693
TAG MEMORY
_____________________________________ 33
4.7.5 U
PGRADING SYSTEM OR RADIO FIRMWARE
__________________________________________ 34
5 ADVANCED NOTIONS ____________________________________________________________ 37
5.1 R
EADER ARCHITECTURE
___________________________________________________________ 37
5.2 R
EADER TO HOST PROTOCOLS
______________________________________________________ 38
5.2.1 TAGSYS STXNG _______________________________________________________________ 38
5.2.2 H
EARTBEAT
____________________________________________________________________ 38
5.2.3 T
ELNET
________________________________________________________________________ 39
5.2.4 S
ERIAL CONSOLE
_______________________________________________________________ 39
5.2.5 S
TANDALONE MODE
_____________________________________________________________ 40
5.3 R
EADER OPERATION PRINCIPLES
____________________________________________________ 40
5.3.1 N
OTION OF READ MODES
_________________________________________________________ 40
5.3.2 N
OTION OF EVENTS
______________________________________________________________ 41
6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ____________________________________________________ 43
6.1 T
ECHNICAL DATA
_________________________________________________________________ 43
6.2 M
ECHANICAL DATA
________________________________________________________________ 44
6.3 RS232 C
ONNECTOR
______________________________________________________________ 45
6.4 GPIO C
ONNECTOR
_______________________________________________________________ 46
6.4.1 P
IN ASSIGNMENT
________________________________________________________________ 46
6.4.2 E
LECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
___________________________________________________ 46
6.4.3 U
SING INPUTS
__________________________________________________________________ 46
6.4.4 U
SING OUTPUTS
________________________________________________________________ 48
7 WARRANTY CONDITIONS ________________________________________________________ 49
7.1 W
ARRANTY
______________________________________________________________________ 49
7.2 W
ARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
___________________________________________________________ 49
7.2.1 G
ENERAL PROVISIONS
___________________________________________________________ 50
7.2.2 H
OW TO RETURN DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS
____________________________________________ 50
For Your Safety
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1 For Your Safety
1.1 General Use
The Medio L400 reader is designed to be reliable and to provide continuous, trouble-free service. Please observe the following general tips:
Take care not to scratch the device. Keep the device clean. When working with the device,
use only TAGSYS-approved accessories.
This device is not waterproof and should not be exposed to rain or moisture. Under extreme
conditions, water may enter the circuitry.
Protect the device from extreme temperatures. For example, do not place the device in a
windowed area where the sun may cause extreme temperatures, and keep it away from heaters and other heat sources.
Do not store or use the device in any location that is extremely dusty, damp, or wet.
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the device. If the surface of the device becomes soiled,
clean it with a soft cloth moistened with a diluted window-cleaning solution.
1.2 Care and Maintenance
This device should be handled with care. The suggestions below will increase the lifetime of this device.
Keep the device and all parts and accessories out of the reach of small children.
Keep the device dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquids contain minerals that will corrode
electronic circuits.
Do not use or store the device in dusty, dirty areas. Its moving parts can be damaged.
Do not store in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices,
damage batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.
Do not store in cold areas. When the device warms up (to its normal temperature), moisture can form inside the device, which may damage electronic circuit boards.
Do not attempt to open the device. Non-professional handling of the device may damage it and will void the TAGSYS warranty.
Handle the device with care. Shock and vibration may break internal circuit boards.
Do not clean the device with harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.
Gently wipe the device with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution.
Do not paint the device. Paint may clog the device’s moving parts and prevent proper operation. Paint with metallic contents may limit device performances.
If the device or any accessory are not working properly, take it to your nearest qualified TAGSYS representative.
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1.3 Important Safety Information
1.3.1 Operating Environment
When connecting the device or any accessory to another device, read its user’s guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect incompatible products.
As with all RF equipment, users are advised that the equipment should only be used in its normal operating mode described in this document.
Certification
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2 Certification
2.1 Occupational Health and Safety Notices
TAGSYS Products have been designed not to exceed the limits given in the European Standard EN 50364 “Limitation of human exposure to electromagnetic fields from devices used in Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS), Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and similar applications” in conjunction with the European Standard EN 50357 describing how to evaluate the exposure level.
It is the responsibility of the TAGSYS Partner to install the Medio L400 as described in TAGSYS Documentation and with the appropriate antennas.
Modification of any TAGSYS System is prohibited without the written consent of TAGSYS. Unauthorized modifications may void the conformity of the equipment to safety standards and will void the TAGSYS warranty.
An RF fields survey has been carried out on all the TAGSYS System components, in accordance with AS/NZS 2771.1: Radio Frequency Radiation, Part 1. According to this standard the maximum allowable RF exposure levels (non-occupational) at 3 kHz to 300 GHz are 200 µW/cm2.
2.2 Regulatory Notices
An RFID system typically composed of an RF emission device such as the Medio L400 is subject to national regulations that may differ by country.
One important item to consider is the maximum permissible magnetic field intensity at a distance of 10 meters from the antenna that must not exceed 42 dBµA/m in Europe and 38 dBµA/m in US.
The Medio L400 meets these limits.
2.2.1 In Europe (CE and RTTE Directives)
The Medio L400 complies (CE Declaration of Conformity granted) with the European EMC directive.
The Medio L400 complies with the requirements of the Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Act (FTEG) and the RTTE Directive 1995/5/EC.
It is the responsibility of the TAGSYS Reseller to install the Medio L400 as described in this Reference guide or TAGSYS Documentation.
Any modification of the Medio L400 is prohibited without the written consent of TAGSYS. Unauthorized modifications may void the conformity of the equipment to CE and RTTE Directives and will void the TAGSYS warranty.
It is the responsibility of the TAGSYS Partner to install the Medio L400 as described in this User’s Guide or in TAGSYS Documentation.
If a Medio L400 is further integrated in a different product, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of this complementary product to obtain the required approvals for this product.
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2.2.2 FCC ID Cross Reference Table
It is the responsibility of the TAGSYS Partner to install the Medio L400 as described in the table below, taking care of only installing the right antenna configuration with the right power settings.
Table 1: Medio L400-2 FCC ID Cross reference Table
Antenna
Outside Dimension
Channel Setting
Multiplexer
Max. Output Power
Power Supply FCC ID
Aero LB Antenna
250X250
Single Channel
No
4W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
Aero LC Antenna
400X500
Single Channel
No
2W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
TR-HA1 Antenna
200X100
Single Channel
No
2W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
TR-SA1 Antenna
400X500
Single Channel
No
2W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
L-SA3 Antenna
250X330
Single Channel
No
1.5W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
L-SA4 Antenna
220X220
Single Channel
No
1W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
Aero LI Antenna
250X250
Single Channel
No
1W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
MAT Antenna
130X480
Single Channel
No
4W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
Aero R200/300
200X300
Single Channel
No
4W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN2
To comply with band edge regulation, when used in vertical upright position the Aero LB and Aero LC antennas can read tags in the following RFID uplink protocols configurations
To comply with band edge regulation, when reading ISO15693 tags in vertical upright position the Aero R200/300 antenna can read tags in the following RFID uplink protocols configurations
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Table 2: Medio L400-4 FCC ID Cross reference Table
Antenna
Outside Dimension
Channel Setting
Multiplexer
Max. Output Power
Power Supply FCC ID
TR-CAU Antenna
170X900
Quad­Channel
Yes
2W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN4
Aero LB Antenna
250X250
Quad­Channel
Yes
2W
FDF0453-A QHKMEDIOL400CHAN4
Tunnel antenna
500X500
Quad­Channel
Yes
2W
ABL 7RM24025 QHKMEDIOL400CHAN4
In I-Code 1 (C270) parameters window set the uplink parameters as follow:
Bit Coding: “Standard” (1 out of 256 pulse)
To comply with band edge regulation, when used in vertical upright position the Aero LB antenna can read tags in the following RFID uplink protocols configurations
To comply with band edge regulation, when reading ISO15693 tags TR-CAU antenna can read tags in the following RFID uplink protocols configurations
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In ISO15693 Parameters window set the uplink parameters as follow:
Command modulation depth: 10% (ASK)
EOF modulation depth: 10% (ASK)
Data coding mode: 1 of 256
Certification
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2.2.3 In USA (FCC Directive)
The Medio L400 has been designed to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Furthermore typical configurations listed section 2.2.2 have been successfully tested with Part 15 of the FCC rules (FCC ID Numbers are listed on all system-mounted TAGSYS Antennas).
Medio L400-2 and Medio L400-4
WARNING TO USERS IN THE UNITED STATES
FEDERAL COMMUNCIATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) RADIO
INTERFERENCE STATEMENT 47 CFR Section 15.105(b)
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 instructions 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 the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different to that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NO UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
47 CFR Section 15.21
CAUTION: This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any way without signed written permission from TAGSYS SA. Unauthorized modification may void the equipment authorization from the FCC and will void the TAGSYS warranty.
ANTENNA REQUIREMENT
47 CFR Section 15.203
CAUTION: This equipment must be professionally installed. The installer shall be responsible for ensuring that the proper antenna is employed so that the limits in this part are not exceeded. Non­professional installation or installation of the equipment with an improper antenna may void the equipment authorization from the FCC and will void the TAGSYS warranty.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) The system devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) The system devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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2.2.4 In Canada
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p) is no more than that permitted for successful communication.
The Medio L400-2 device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a maximum gain of -25 dBi. Antenna not included in this list or having a gain greater than ­25 dBi are striclly prohibited for use with this device. The require antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
Aero LB and Aero LC antennas meet this requirement with a gain less than -25dBi.
2.3 RoHS and WEEE Directives
2.3.1 RoHS (Restriction of the uses of certain Hazardous Substances)
TAGSYS certifies that this product is compliant with the European Directive 2002/95/EC for the restriction in Electric and Electronic Equipments (RoHS) of the use of the following hazardous substances:
Lead
Mercury
Cadmium
Hexavalent Chromium
Polybrominated biphenyl flame retardants
Polybrominated diphenyl ether flame retardants
This declaration is based on information provided by our suppliers and subcontractors.
2.3.2 WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European Directive 2002/96/EC in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment. For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities.
Overview
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3 Overview
The Medio L400 is a long-range 13.56MHz RFID reader intended for RFID applications requiring a high performance, long range RFID infrastructure.
The L400 uses advances in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and RF Front End technology to achieve breakthrough performance in read range and read speed with industry leading signal to noise ratio. The L400 has been specifically designed to operate in noisy environments such as manufacturing plants and distribution facilities while maintaining the highest levels of data integrity for item level track and trace, inventory management and security. Designed as a network device, the L400 conserves critical network bandwidth by filtering tag data to remove redundancies before transmitting to enterprise systems.
With breakthrough sensor technology and self diagnostic capability, the L400 is the industry’s first self-correcting intelligent RFID reader. The L400 can be remotely managed and administered to ensure you get the highest levels of performance from your RFID infrastructure. The L400 and e­connectware, TAGSYS’ comprehensive set of management and administrative tools, create an intelligent platform to allow you to manage your RFID infrastructure just as you do a voice or data network to enable scalable, secure and persistent RFID Quality of Service.
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3.1 Key Features
Table 3: Medio L400 Key Features
Description
Medio L400
Operating Frequency 13.56 MHz
Chip Compatibility ISO15693
ISO18000-3 Mode 1 C370(I-Code SLI) C270 (I-Code 1) I-Code ePC I-Code UID Upgradable to the anticipated EPCglobal HF Gen2 Standard
Number of channels 2 (Medio L400-2)
4 (Medio L400-4)
RF Output Power 500mW to 5W (+/- 10%)
Communication Interfaces RS232 (up to 115200 bauds)
USB 1.1 10/100 Ethernet
Communication Protocols TAGSYS StxNG
Telnet & Serial Console Standalone Mode Heartbeat
I/O Ports (GPIO) 4 Inputs
4 Outputs
User Interface LCD Screen With Backlight (2x16 Characters)
Keypad (Up, Down, Select)
Remote Monitoring Many health indicators are remotely accessible, such as :
. System uptime . Read/Write count (per channel) . RF power amplifiers consumption . RF power amplifiers operating temperature . Antennas tuning status, . Real-time Raw signal capture, …
Firmware Remotely upgradeable
3.2 Delivery
The Medio L400 reader kit contains the following items:
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