1422E Reader
User Guide
16-0058-001 Rev A5 9/16
The AI1422E Reader User Guide provides information necessary for
interfacing the AI1422E Reader System to a host computer system.
Purpose of This Guide
This user guide provides information for interfacing the AI1422E Reader System
with a host computer system. This guide provides on-site test procedures useful in
troubleshooting any problems encountered after installation. Command codes, which
allow the user to configure the reader system for communicating with the host computer,
are discussed as is ASCII character conversion to TransCore 6-bit character codes.
Intended Audience
The intended audience for the AI1422E Reader User Guide are skilled personnel
(including trained engineers and technicians). These people are involved in the design,
specification, and installation of AI1422E Reader Systems.
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Information in this document is subject to change and does not represent a commitment on the part of
TransCore, LP.
© 2016 TransCore, LP. All rights reserved. TRANSCORE, AMTECH, EGO, and ENCOMPASS are registered
trademarks and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contents are subject to change. Printed in the U.S.A.
For further information, contact:
TransCore
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Albuquerque, New Mexico 87113 USA
TransCore Technical Support
Web: www.transcore.com/rfidsupport
Phone: (505) 856-8007
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Phone: (949) 453-7198
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WARNING TO USERS IN THE UNITED STATES
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FCC
LOCATION AND MONITORING SERVICE STATEMENT
47 CFR §90.351
NOTE: The user is required to obtain a Part 90 site license from the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) to operate this radio frequency identification (RFID) device in the United States.
The FCC ID number is FIHAI1422E. Access the FCC website at www.fcc.gov to obtain additional
information concerning licensing requirements.
NOTE: Users in all countries should check with the appropriate local authorities for licensing
requirements.
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
47 CFR §15.105A
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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 RF energy and may cause harmful
interference to radio communications if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual. Operating this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in
which case, depending on the laws in eect, the user may be required to correct the interference
at their own expense.
NO UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS
47 CFR §15.21
CAUTION: This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any way without
permission. Unauthorized modification may void the equipment authorization from the FCC and will
void the warranty.
USE OF SHIELDED CABLES AND GROUNDING
47 CFR §15.27A
NOTE: Shielded cables and earth grounding the unit is recommended for this equipment to comply
with FCC regulations.
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AVERTISSEMENT À L’ATTENTION DES
UTILISATEURS AUX ÉTATSUNIS
DÉCLARATION 47 CFR §90.351 CODE DES
RÈGLEMENTS FÉDÉRAUX DE LA FEDERAL
COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION FCC SUR LES
SERVICES DE LOCALISATION ET DE CONTRÔLE
REMARQUE : L’utilisateur est tenu d’obtenir une licence d’utilisation sur site Partie 90 auprès de
la Federal Communications Commission (FCC) afin de pouvoir utiliser ce dispositif RFID (radioidentification) aux États-Unis ou au Canada. Le numéro d’identification de la FCC est FIHAI1422E.
Pour obtenir de plus amples informations concernant les exigences relatives aux licences, prière
de consulter le site web de la FCC à www.fcc.gov.
REMARQUE : Il est recommandé à tous les utilisateurs, quel que soit leur pays, de consulter les
autorités locales compétentes sur les exigences de licence.
DÉCLARATION 47 CFR §15.105A DE LA FCC SUR
LES INTERFÉRENCES DES FRÉQUENCES RADIO
REMARQUE : Cet appareil a été testé et déclaré conforme à la catégorie d’un appareil numérique
de classe A en accord avec la partie 15 des directives de la FCC. Ces normes visent à assurer
une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles lorsque l’appareil est utilisé dans
un environnement commercial. Cet appareil génère, utilise et peut émettre de l’énergie RF et
peut être à l’origine d’interférences nuisibles aux communications radio s’il n’est pas installé et
utilisé en suivant les directives du manuel d’instructions. Si cet appareil est utilisé dans une zone
résidentielle, il est probable qu’il cause des interférences nuisibles. Dans ce cas, l’utilisateur
pourrait être amené à remédier aux interférences à ses propres frais, selon les lois du pays en
vigueur.
AUCUNE MODIFICATION NON AUTORISÉE
47 CFR §15.21
MISE EN GARDE : Il est interdit de modifier, d’altérer ou d’apporter des changements à cet appareil
de quelque manière que ce soit sans autorisation. Toute modification non autorisée peut annuler
l’autorisation d’utilisation accordée par la FCC et annulera la garantie.
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UTILISATION DE CÂBLES BLINDÉS ET MISE À LA TERRE
47 CFR §15.27A
REMARQUE : Il est recommandé d’utiliser des câbles blindés et une mise à la terre avec cet
appareil afin de répondre aux réglementations de la FCC
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WARNING TO USERS IN CANADA
INDUSTRY CANADA IC INDUSTRY CANADA’S RADIO STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS RSS137 LOCATION
AND MONITORING SERVICE IN THE BAND 902928 MHZ SECTION 2.1
NOTE: The user is required to obtain a license from Industry Canada (IC), to operate this radio
frequency identification (RFID) device in Canada. The IC ID number is 1584A-AI1422E, access the
IC website at www.ic.gc.ca to obtain additional information concerning licensing requirements.
Industry Canada (IC) Industry Canada’s Radio Standard Specifications General Requirements
(RSS-GEN) for Compliance of Radio Apparatus Statement Section 8.4
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1 ) This device may not cause interference; and
2 ) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
AVERTISSEMENT AUX UTILISATEURS AU CANADA
INDUSTRIE CANADA IC INDUSTRIE CANADA RADIO STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS CNR137
EMPLACEMENT ET SERVICE DE SURVEILLANCE DANS LA BANDE 902928 MHZ, SECTION 2.1
Remarque : L’utilisateur est tenu d’obtenir une licence d’Industrie Canada (IC), afin d’exploiter
ce dispositif d’identification par radiofréquence au Canada. Le numéro d’identification d’IC est
1584A-AI1422E. Pour obtenir de plus amples informations concernant les exigences relatives aux
licences, prière de consulter le site web de d’IC à www.ic.gc.ca .
Radio Standard Spécifications exigences générales Industrie Canada (IC) Industrie Canada
(CNR-GEN) pour s’acquitter du Radio appareil déclaration article 8.4
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1 ) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
2 ) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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RADIO FREQUENCY HEALTH LIMITS FOR AI1422 READER
USING AN EXTERNAL ANTENNA IN FREQUENCY BAND
OF 902.25 TO 903.75 AND 910.00 TO 921.50 MHZ
Several agencies (OSHA, FCC, IC) have environmental guidelines regulating maximum permissible
exposure (MPE) or “safe” exposure levels that this product falls under. To ensure that proper safety
guideline for the end users of this product, i.e. Occupational (Controlled) and General Population/
Public (Uncontrolled), the recommended levels for each of the agencies are presented in the next
sections with TransCore’s recommendations for safety in the last section.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
OSHA (an agency of The United States of America) legislates in the Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR) Title 29 Part 1910 Subpart G 1910.97 titled “Nonionizing radiation”, a maximum safe exposure
limit of 10 milliwatts per square centimeter (mW/cm2) during any 0.1-hour period (i.e. 6 minutes).
Using the frequency (in the middle of the band of operation of this equipment) of 915 MHz and the
highest antenna gain that this equipment is certified for use in a final installation, the minimum safe
distance was calculated to be 8in (20cm).
FCC (Federal Communication Commission)
FCC (an agency of The United States of America) legislates in the Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR) Title 47 Chapter I Subchapter A Part 1 Subpart I Section 1.1310 titled “Radiofrequency radiation
exposure limits” that the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) is the following:
Occupational/Controlled Exposure
Power density = frequency(in MHz)/300 mW/cm2 with an Averaging time of 6 Min
General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure
Power density = frequency(in MHz)/1500 mW/cm2 with an Averaging time of 30 Min
Using the frequency (in the middle of the band of operation of this equipment) of 915MHz and the
highest antenna gain that this equipment is certified for use in a final installation, the minimum
safe distance was calculated. The MPE minimum distances are 14in (36cm) for the Occupational/
Controlled environment, and 31.5in (80.5cm) for the General Population/Uncontrolled environment.
Industry Canada (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada)
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Industry Canada (a Department of the Government of Canada) sets out the requirements in Radio
Standards Specification RSS-102, Issue 5 guidelines, recommending a maximum safe
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power density in W/m2. Thus, the maximum permissible exposure for general population/
uncontrolled exposure at 915MHz is 2.77 W/m2. The average time is 6 minutes. The maximum
permissible exposure (MPE) is the following:
Controlled Environment
Power density = 0.6455*frequency(in MHz)
0.5
W/m2 with a Reference Period time of 6 Min
General Public/Uncontrolled Environment
Power density = 0.02619*frequency(in MHz)
0.6834
W/m2 with a Reference Period time of 6 Min
Using the frequency (in the middle of the band of operation of this equipment) of 915MHz and the
highest antenna gain that this equipment is certified for use in a final installation, the minimum
safe distance was calculated. The MPE minimum distances are 18in (45cm) for the Controlled
environment and 47in (120cm) for the General Public/Uncontrolled environment.
TransCore Recommendation on MPE (Maximum Permissible Exposure)
The calculated power densities and MPE distance for each of the agencies respective to the
environment is shown below.
Occupational/Controlled Environment
Agency Power Density (mW/cm2) MPE minimum distance Time (min)
in cm
OSHA 10 8 20 6
FCC 3.05 14 36 6
IC 1.95 18 45 6
General Population/Public/Uncontrolled Environment
Agency Power Density (mW/cm2) MPE minimum distance Time (min)
In cm
OSHA 10 8 20 6
FCC 0.61 31.5 80 30
IC 0.28 47 120 6
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With the equipment installed and running at the maximum transmit power of 2.0W (33dBm), 0
dB transmit attenuation, using the highest gain antenna that the equipment is certified for, the
recommendation for each of the operation environments is as follows:
1 ) The antenna should be installed at least 47in (120cm) from the General Population/
Public i.e. Uncontrolled Environment.
2 ) Maintenance personnel (i.e. Occupational/Controlled Environment) must remain at least
18in (45cm) from the antenna and limit their time in the environment to 6 minutes when
the system is operating.
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LIMITES D’EXPOSITION AUX RADIOFRÉQUENCES POUR LE LECTEUR AI1422
UTILISANT UNE ANTENNE EXTERNE SUR LA BANDE
DE FRÉQUENCES DE 902.25 À 903.75 ET DE 910.00 À 921.50 MHZ
Plusieurs organismes (OSHA, FCC, IC) publient des directives environnementales qui
recommandent des limites d’exposition maximale autorisée (normes MPE) ou des niveaux
d’exposition «sûrs» auxquels cet appareil se conforme. Pour faire en sorte que chaque utilisateur
final ait connaissance des directives de sécurité qui le concerne, que ce soit dans son travail
(accès contrôlé) ou pour la population générale/le grand public (accès non contrôlé), TransCore
présente les niveaux recommandés par chaque organisme dans ses recommandations sécuritaires
détaillées dans la dernière section.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Dans le Code des réglementations fédérales (CFR), Titre 29, Partie 1910, Sous-partie G 1910.97,
intitulée «Nonionizing radiation» (Rayonnements non ionisants), l’OSHA (organisme américain)
recommande un plafond d’exposition maximale de 10 milliwatts par centimètre carré (mW/cm2)
pendant une période de 0,1 heure (soit 6 minutes). En utilisant la fréquence de 915 MHz (milieu de
la bande de fréquences de cet appareil) et le gain d’antenne maximal pour lequel cet appareil a
reçu une certification d’utilisation dans une installation finale, la distance minimale sécuritaire est
de 20 cm (8 po).
FCC (Federal Communication Commission)
Dans le Code des réglementations fédérales (CFR), Titre 47, Chapitre I, Sous-chapitre A, Partie
1, Sous-partie I, Section 1.1310 intitulée «Radiofrequency radiation exposure limits» (Limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements de radiofréquence), la FCC (organisme américain) établit les limites
d’exposition maximale autorisée (normes MPE) comme suit :
Exposition professionnelle/contrôlée
Densité de puissance = fréquence (en MHz)/300 mW/cm2 avec une durée moyenne de 6 min.
Exposition de la population générale/non contrôlée
Densité de puissance = fréquence (en MHz)/1500 mW/cm2 avec une durée moyenne de 30 min.
En utilisant la fréquence de 915 MHz (milieu de la bande de fréquences de cet appareil) et le
gain d’antenne maximal pour lequel cet appareil a reçu une certification d’utilisation dans une
installation finale, la distance minimale sécuritaire est la suivante : les distances MPE minimales
sont de 36 cm (14 po) pour l’environnement professionnel/contrôlé et de 80,5 cm (31,5 po) pour la
population générale/environnement non contrôlé.
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Industrie Canada (Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada)
Le Cahier des charges sur les normes radioélectriques 102, 5e édition, d’Industrie Canada (un
ministère du Gouvernement du Canada) établit des recommandations pour une densité de
puissance maximale sécuritaire en W/m2. Ainsi, l’exposition maximale admissible pour la population
générale/non contrôlée à 915 MHz est calculée à 2,77 W/m2. La durée moyenne est de 6 minutes.
Les limites d’exposition maximale autorisée (normes MPE) sont les suivantes :
Environnement contrôlé
Densité de puissance = 0,6455*fréquence (en MHz)
0,5
W/m2 avec une durée de référence de 6 min.
Grand public/environnement non contrôlé
Densité de puissance = 0,02619*fréquence (en MHz)
0,6834
W/m2 avec une durée de référence de 6 min.
En utilisant la fréquence de 915 MHz (milieu de la bande de fréquences de cet appareil) et le
gain d’antenne maximal pour lequel cet appareil a reçu une certification d’utilisation dans une
installation finale, la distance minimale sécuritaire est la suivante : les distances MPE minimales
sont de 45 cm (18 po) pour l’environnement professionnel/contrôlé et de 120 cm (47 po) pour le
grand public/environnement non contrôlé.
Recommandations de TransCore sur les limites d’exposition maximale autorisée (normes MPE)
Les densités de puissance et la distance MPE calculées par chaque organisme pour un environnement donné sont présentées ci-dessous.
Exposition professionnelle/environnement contrôlé
Organisme
Densité de puissance (mW/
cm2)
Distance MPE minimale
po cm
Durée (en
min.)
OSHA 10 8 20 6
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FCC 3,05 14 36 6
IC 1,95 18 45 6
Population générale/environnement non contrôlé
Organisme
Densité de puissance (mW/
cm2)
Distance MPE minimale
po cm
Durée (en
min.)
OSHA 10 8 20 6
FCC 0,61 31,5 80 30
IC 0,28 47 120 6
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Avec l’appareil installé et fonctionnant à la puissance de transmission maximale de 2,0 W (33 dBm),
0 dB d’atténuation de transmission, et en utilisant le gain d’antenne maximal pour lequel l’appareil
a reçu une certification, les recommandations pour chaque environnement d’exploitation sont les
suivantes :
1 ) L’antenne devrait être installée à au moins 120 cm (47 po) de la population générale/du
grand public, c’est-à-dire d’un environnement non contrôlé.
2 ) Le personnel d’entretien (c’est-à-dire dans un environnement professionnel/contrôlé)
doit rester à au moins 45 cm (18 po) de l’antenne et limiter son temps d’exposition à 6
minutes lorsque l’appareil est en fonctionnement.
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Table of Contents
Purpose of This Guide ............................................. i
Intended Audience ..................................................i
Before You Begin
Before You Begin ............................................ 1-2
Licensing Requirements.......................................... 1-4
System Overview
System Overview .............................................2-2
Transponder Interrogator.........................................2-3
Interface Connections
Description of AI1422E Reader System.............................3-2
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Antenna Interface ...............................................3-2
Interface Selection Switch ........................................3-2
Main RS–232 Interface...........................................3-2
Aux RS–232 Interface ...........................................3-3
RS–422 Interface ...............................................3-3
Ethernet (M12) Interface..........................................3-3
Customer I/O Interface...........................................3-4
Installation Instructions
General ........................................................4-2
Mechanical ....................................................4-2
Electrical .......................................................4-2
Power .........................................................4-2
Assembling the Power Connector .................................4-2
Installing Wires into Connector....................................4-5
System Test Procedures
System Test Procedures..........................................5-2
Required Tools and Equipment ....................................5-2
Testing Basic Operation ..........................................5-2
Reading the Tag.................................................5-3
Communications Protocols
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Communications Protocols .......................................6-2
Basic Protocol ..................................................6-2
Error Correcting Protocol.........................................6-3
Data Inquiry Protocol ............................................6-3
Command Codes
Command Codes................................................7-2
Operating Modes ...............................................7-2
Command List ..................................................7-3
Reader Mode Control — Command Group 0 ........................7-4
Communications Port Control — Command Group 1..................7-4
Command Group 2 ..............................................7-6
Append Information — Command Group 3.......................... 7-7
ID Filtering — Command Group 4..................................7-9
Reader Status — Command Group 5 .............................. 7-15
Reader Control Functions — Command Group 6....................7-25
Auxiliary Reader Control — Command Group 8.....................7-36
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Required Tools and Equipment ....................................8-2
Troubleshooting ................................................8-2
Error Messages .................................................8-4
AI1422E Reader Repair...........................................8-5
Technical Support ...............................................8-5
Character Conversion
Appendix A.....................................................A-2
Technical Specifications
Appendix B.....................................................B-2
Lantronix® Ethernet Module Configuration
Appendix C.....................................................C-1
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List of Figures
Figure 2 – 1 Typical Reader System Configuration. . . . . . . . . 2-2
Figure 2 – 2 Antenna-to-Tag Centerline Tolerance . . . . . . . . 2-5
Figure 3 – 1 Sample Front Panel of an AI1422E Reader . . . . . . 3-2
Figure 3 – 2 RS-232, DE09 Inerface Connector Pin-outs . . . . . 3-3
Figure 3 – 3 Customer I/O Interface Pin-outs . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Figure 5 – 1 Power Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Figure B – 1 AI1422E Reader System Specifications . . . . . . . . B-2
Figure B – 1 AI1422E Reader Mechanical Dimensions. . . . . . . B-3
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List of Tables
Table 1 – 1 Overview of Contents ................................................................................................1-2
Table 1 – 2 Conventions used in this manual ...........................................................................1-3
Table 7 – 1 Select Baud Rate Commands ................................................................................. 7-5
Table 7 – 2 Select Stop Bits Commands .................................................................................. 7-5
Table 7 – 3 Select Parity Commands ......................................................................................... 7-6
Table 7 – 4 Append Time and Date Commands .................................................................... 7-8
Table 7 – 5 Append Auxiliary Information Commands ........................................................ 7-8
Table 7 – 6 Unique ID Code Criteria ......................................................................................... 7-10
Table 7 – 7 Select Valid Code Commands and Frames ....................................................... 7-11
Table 7 – 8 Open/Closed Conditions for Output Status ...................................................... 7-19
Table 7 – 9 Open/Closed Conditions for Output Status (IAG Applications) ................... 7-19
Table 7 – 10 Open/Closed Conditions for Input Status ........................................................ 7-19
Table 7 – 11 Output Control Commands ..................................................................................7-27
Table 7 – 12 RF Control Commands ........................................................................................7-28
Table 7 – 13 RF Attenuation Command Variables ................................................................. 7-28
Table 7 – 14 Select RF Operating Frequency Commands ..................................................7-30
Table 7 – 15 Output Pulse Duration Commands ..................................................................7-32
Table 7 – 16 Presence Without Tag Report Commands ..................................................... 7-33
Table 7 – 17 RF Control Algorithm Commands .....................................................................7-33
Table 7 – 18 Timeout Period Values ..........................................................................................7-34
Table 7 – 19 Input Inversion Options ........................................................................................7-35
Table 7 – 20 Input Status Change Report Options .............................................................. 7-37
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Table 8 – 21 Error Messages........................................................................................................ 8-4
Table A – 22 TransCore 6-Bit-Per-Character Conversion ....................................................A-2
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Before You Begin
Guide Topics
This chapter presents an overview of the AI1422 Reader User Guide. Table 1 – 1
describes the contents of each chapter.
Chapter 1 – Before You Begin
Chapter 2 – System Overview
Chapter 3 – Interface Connections
Chapter 4 – Installation
Instructions
Chapter 5 – System Test
Procedures
Chapter 6 – Communications
Protocols
Table 1 – 1 Overview of Contents
Describes the purpose, intended audience,
guide topics, related documentation, document
conventions, and licensing requirements
Provides an overview of the AI1422E Reader
System’s features, options, supported tag
descriptions and tag mounting primer, and
accessories
Describes the AI1422E Reader System interface
connectors and identifies their primary functions
Describes installation of the AI1422E Reader
System
Provides testing procedures that the user can
use to fine-tune the AI1422E Reader System
Describes the communications protocols for the
AI1422E Reader
Chapter 7 – Command Codes
Chapter 8 – Troubleshooting and
Maintenance
Appendix A – Character
Conversion
Appendix B – Technical
Specifications
Appendix C – Lantronix® Tech
Support
Discusses the host-transmitted commands
that are used to control the AI1422E Reader
configuration and operation
Provides troubleshooting indications and
maintenance procedures that are used to keep
the AI1422E Reader System operating
Provides TransCore 6-bit-per-character
conversions from the standard ASCII character
set
Provides the product specifications
Provides information on the Lantronix Ethernet
Module Configuration.
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Typographical Conventions
Table 1 – 2 lists the conventions used in this manual.
Table 1 – 2 Conventions used in this manual
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Convention
Code
Dialog Box Title
Function
Menu Item
Note
NUL
Indication
This procedure might cause harm to the equipment
and/or the user.
Concerns about a procedure
Code, including keywords and variables within text and
as separate paragraphs, and user-defined program
elements within text appear in courier typeface.
Title of a dialog box as it appears on screen
Start with the characters, G4, and are in mixed case
with no underscores, and include parentheses after the
name, as in G4FunctionName().
Appears on a menu. Capitalization follows the interface.
Auxiliary information that further clarifies the current
discussion. These important points require the user’s
attention. The paragraph is in italics and the word Note
is boldface.
Zero-value ASCII character or a zero-value byte
NULL
Zero-value pointers. Null-terminated string refers to
strings of printable ASCII characters with a zero-value
byte placed in memory directly after the last printable
character of the string.
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Licensing Requirements
To operate a radio frequency (RF) system in a given country, the user must first obtain
permission from the regulatory agency that controls radio operations in that country. Most
countries require type and safety approval, as well as licensing for RF transmitters. Users in
all countries should check with the appropriate local authorities for licensing requirements.
U.S. Licensing
This AI1422E Reader System requires an FCC Part 90 license to operate in the U.S. The
authorized frequency bands in the U.S. are 902 to 904 MHz and 909.75 to 921.75 MHz.
The user is responsible for filing the FCC license according to FCC regulations. Access
the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form601/601.html or at wireless.fcc.gov/index.
htm?job=online_filing to obtain additional information concerning licensing requirements.
An FCC license provides the user with the legal authorization to operate the RFID
systems on the licensed frequencies at the site specified in the license. Only an
authorized installer or service technician can set the frequency for the AI1422E Reader
System to that specified in the FCC site license.
The FCC license also provides the user with protection and authorization to maintain
the system should any other RFID be used in the licensed area after the AI1422E Reader
System is installed.
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Power
Source
AI1422E
Host Processor
System
RS232
RS422
Ethernet
Antenna
TAG
System Overview
The AI1422E Reader System is a microprocessor-controlled, single-antenna unit that
uses a unique communications protocol to interface with vehicle identification (ID)
equipment.
This reader system uses radio frequency (RF) energy to read data from tags. The AI1422E
Reader System then decodes the tag ID information, validates the ID code, and transmits
tag data directly to a host processor for real-time data processing and use.
Communications (terminal) programs usually do not provide adequate data processing
capability. Your host computer software can be customized to provide the required
capabilities.
The AI1422E Reader System consists of the AI1422E Reader, which consists of a reader and
RF module, combined with a TransCore antenna, a TransCore tag, a host processor system,
and a power source. Figure 2 – 1 illustrates a typical reader system configuration.
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Figure 2 – 1 Typical Reader System Configuration
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Transponder Interrogator
The transponder interrogator reads 60/120 bits of user-programmable data in the
transponder.
The transponder interrogator is operated in a continuous read mode, and any tag
entering its read field has its data automatically read and relayed to the host computer. In
many applications this function is implemented by installing the reader on a vehicle with
restricted movement, such as a railcar or monorail bus. The tags are imbedded in the
roadway at various locations in the vehicle’s path. The data read from the tag allows the
host computer to assess the vehicle’s location and make any appropriate response to that
information.
The transponder interrogator is an independent tag decoder that combines a reader and
RF source to provide automatic identification and data storage within a single, compact
unit. The transponder interrogator includes the following components:
• 19-inch rack-mount design (1U)
• RS232/RS422/Ethernet input/output (I/O) link
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• Real-time clock
• Reader and RF module, combined in one unit
Reader Power Regulation and Filtering
The reader system uses an input voltage ranging from 12VDC to 150V DC. The AI1422E
Reader System incorporates a high-performance, DC-to-DC power supply that converts
voltage in this range to 24VDC. This voltage conversion is internal to the unit, and should
be transparent to the end-user.
Antenna
TransCore has multiple antennas for use with the AI1422E Reader, covering multiple
applications such as heavy rail, light rail, European regions, and more. Contact TransCore
for assistance with antenna selection.
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Transponders (Tags)
The AI1422E Reader System can use TransCore’s half-frame or full-frame read-only tags.
When selecting a tag for an application that requires the tag to be placed on the road bed,
several design elements need to be kept in mind. The beam powered tags will have a
shorter footprint than a battery or switch powered tag, and thus the maximum top speed
of the vehicle will be less, all other factors equal. However, although the battery tag has
an inherently longer footprint, the battery life limitation will require the operating company
to replace the tags every 8 to 10 years. Additionally, the presence of the battery and its
reactive mass reduces the reliability of the tag, particularly when the tag is placed near high
shock or vibration locations such as switches.
For practical purposes, the switch powered tags have RF characteristics similar to battery
tags, and the tags are powered by inductive power derived from railway switch power.
Tag Mounting
All of the tags used with the AI1422E must be mounted on a flat metal plate. The internal
antennas of these tags are tuned for the backplane of the tag to be in contact with a
flat metal surface. This metal surface does not need to be extended beyond the outer
dimensions of the tag, and having a larger metal surface will not aect the immediate
performance of the tag.
Metal located in the immediate vicinity of the tag, that is, to the sides of the tag or above
the tag. can aect the tag’s performance. Metal surfaces or objects should not be placed
closer than 1 inch (2.5 cm) to the side edges of the tag to ensure that the tag’s antenna
tuning remains within design criteria. Metal placed above the tag can cause shadowing of
the RF beam, both in the incident and return directions, and should be avoided. The only
exception to this rule would be metal placed for the purpose of eecting the read range
of the tag or footprint of the system, and the placement of such metal should be done with
careful planning and testing to ensure proper system performance. With battery powered
tags, the arrangement of intentional metallic obstructions may be the best way to limit the
broad footprint of these tags, as well as improve the repeatability of the TLS signal with
respect to its absolute position relative to the tag. These tag mounting details would need
to be made by the customer on the basis of each customer’s overall system design and
requirements. Keep in mind that metal placed too close in proximity to the tag will aect the
tag’s antenna tuning, and may unintentionally aect principal design parameters such as
VSWR or the impedance match of single paths internal to the tag, to name a few examples.
Antenna-to-Tag Centerline Alignment
For best performance mount tags so that the centerline of the tags and the centerline of
the reader antennas are within ±2.9 inches (±7.5 cm) of each other (Figure 2 – 2).
Antenna-to-tag Distance
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Many installations have been installed with a nominal 11.8-inch (30-cm) distance from the
backplane of the reader antenna to the back edge of the tag (Figure 2 – 2).
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Figure 2 – 2 Antenna-to-Tag Centerline Tolerance
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Description of AI1422E Reader System
Because the AI1422E Reader System combines a reader and radio frequency (RF) module
into a single unit, you must connect the following items to the system: the external DC
power, the customer input/output (I/O), the selected communications interfaces, and the
antenna. These interface connectors are located on the AI1422E Reader System front
panel as shown in Figure 3 – 1.
Figure 3 – 1 Sample Front Panel of an AI1422E Reader
Antenna Interface
Attach the antenna cable directly to the antenna interface on the front panel of the AI1422E
Reader System. The antenna cable length depends on the installation.
Interface Selection Switch
The AI1422E Reader incorporates a communications interface selection switch, which
allows on-the-fly changes to the communications mode. This switch allows selecting the
reader’s receive communications interface. All communications interfaces are configured
for simultaneous transmit, but only the interface selected by the switch is active for
commands transmitted into the reader.
Main RS–232 Interface
The main RS–232 interface is a standard DE09 plug connector used with a host processor.
In real-time mode, tag IDs are read and passed on to the host processor. Figure 3 – 2
illustrates the RS–232, DE09 plug connector pin-outs.
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Figure 3 – 2 RS-232, DE09 Inerface Connector Pin-outs
Pin5 – GROUND
Pin3 – RX DATA
Pin2 – TX DATA
Pin2 – TX DATA
Pin5 – GROUND
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Aux RS–232 Interface
The auxiliary RS–232 interface is used as a backup monitoring system to the main RS–232
interface. The auxiliary interface monitors data from the transponder interrogator. The
auxiliary RS–232 interface is a standard DE09 plug connector. This port is not wired to
receive data and cannot accept commands.
RS–422 Interface
The RS–422 interface is a terminal block connector, occupying pins 5-9 of the Customer
I/O Interface. In real-time mode, tag IDs are read and passed on to the host processor.
Ethernet (M12) Interface
The AI1422E Reader incorporates a Lantronix® Ethernet to Serial conversion module, which
is used to add full Ethernet compatibility into the reader. This module is located on the
interface board internal to the reader, and is addressable through Lantronix ® host software.
More details on this module can be found in “Appendix C” on page C-1
The Ethernet Interface utilizes a 4-pin, D-coded M12 connector (defined in IEC 61067-2-101
Amendment 1 as the Industrial Ethernet standard). This connector is pin-to-pin compatible
with RJ45 10/100Mbps Ethernet.
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Pin5 – GROUND
Pin3 – RX DATA
Pin2 – TX DATA
Pin2 – TX DATA
Pin5 – GROUND
Customer I/O Interface
A mating connector for the customer I/O interface is supplied with each unit. This
connector allows a screw terminal, point-to-point wiring interface. Figure 3 – 3 shows the
pin-outs on the customer I/O interface connector.
Figure 3 – 3 Customer I/O Interface Pin-outs
The customer I/O interface connector contains the lock, main power, RF solid state outputs,
the trigger signals (solid state), and RS422 (Figure 3 – 3).
Tag Lock Output
The transistor-transistor-logic (TTL) lock signal shows the presence of a tag. The lock signal
goes active high when a valid tag is in the RF field of the antenna and may be connected to
an LED for monitoring purposes.
The tag lock relay is referenced to 5Viso and I/O Ground.
Main Power Output
The TTL main power signal goes active high when the ON/OFF switch on the front panel
is switched to on. The main power signal may be connected to an LED for monitoring
purposes.
The main power relay is referenced to 5Viso and I/O Ground.
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RF Power Output
The TTL RF power LED goes active high when the reader system is configured for the
RF power to be on and the ON/OFF switch is set to ON. The RF power signal may be
connected to an LED for monitoring purposes.
The main power relay is referenced to 5Viso and I/O Ground.
Trigger Signals
The trigger connection turns on the RF power when shorted to I/O ground and the AI1422E
Reader System has been programmed with the RF Follows Trigger command (!642).
Power Connection
The power connector on the front panel of the AI1422E Reader System is a panel mount,
right angle, EPIC ® HA-3 style 3pin plus ground rectangular connector.
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General
Mechanical
Dimensioned mounting hole drawing (metric & in)
General info on screws, torque, etc.
Electrical
Power
Equipment should be installed/serviced by skilled, qualified personnel only. Equipment
should be installed in RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATIONS only.
Assembling the Power Connector
WARNING: Ensure ON/OFF switch is in “OFF” position and “PWR ON”
LED is not illuminated before servicing unit.
1. Unpack unit from shipping crate and locate the power connector on the front panel.
2. Unlatch plug from receptacle on unit and remove.
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3. Locate set screw on the plug housing.
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4. Remove screw and plug insert from plug housing.
5. Locate tabs on plug insert.
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6. Squeeze tabs to remove wire harness from insert clip.
7. Remove cable gland assembly from rear of plug
8. Locate wiring diagram label on top panel of 1422E and note corresponding pin numbering
on plastic of plug wire harness.
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9. Thread +Vin and -Vin wires through cable gland, housing, and insert assemblies.
NOTE: Power cable requires 18 AWG stranded wire or larger, with a minimum
insulation rating of 70C and 150V. Wire must meet EN 60950-1 or other applicable
component standards.
NOTE: External 10A-rated fast-acting fuse required in-line with positive terminal for
proper system operation and protection. Fuse must meet EN60950-1 or applicable
component standard(s).
10. Loosen wire retention screws on wire harness, insert wires into their respective pins, and
tighten retention screws to ensure wires cannot be removed
11. Insert wire harness into insert clip until the tabs click into place
12. Place insert back into plug housing and tighten set screw.
NOTE: If set screw will not tighten, remove insert and ensure set screw is properly aligned with
the hole on the plug housing.
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13. Insert cable gland assembly back into plug housing.
14. Using a wrench, tighten gland nut.
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15. Connect +Vin and -Vin to power source.
NOTE: Unit MUST be installed as close to power source as possible
Installing Wires into Connector
WARNING: Ensure ON/OFF switch is in “OFF” position and “PWR ON” LED is not
illuminated before connecting/disconnecting from power supply.
Connecting power
1. Ensure ON/OFF switch in “OFF” position
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2. Insert plug into receptacle.
3. Latch firmly to ensure proper connection.
4. Switch ON/OFF switch to “ON” position and ensure “PWR ON” LED is illuminated.
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Disconnecting power
1. Switch ON/OFF switch in “OFF” position and ensure “PWR ON” LED is not illuminated.
2. Unlatch connector
3. Gently remove plug from receptacle.
Protective Earth Ground Terminal
For safety and proper operation, the 1422E must be properly fastened to a protective earth
ground. The ground stud is located on the front panel of the 1422E between the power
connector and ON/OFF switch.
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For proper grounding, refer to the diagram below:
NOTE: Grounding cable should be 16 AWG or larger
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Chassis (GND)
-VDC
+12 to +150VDC
System Test Procedures
This chapter provides testing procedures that will help you fine-tune your reader system and test basic
operation, measure radio frequency (RF) power, measure system noise, read tags, and monitor the
system.
Required Tools and Equipment
The following tools and equipment are required:
• 50-ohm, 5-watt (W) load (N-type connector)
• Personal computer (PC) with terminal emulator software
• Appropriate power source for your reader
• Digital multimeter
• Antenna, cable, and connectors
Testing Basic Operation
To test the system operation, configure the reader system as follows:
1. Configure a terminal emulator (a PC using communications software) to 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits,
and 1 stop bit (factory default settings for the reader).
2. Connect the emulator to the main RS–232 interface located on the front panel of the reader system.
3. Slide the Interface Selection switch on the front panel of the reader to RS232.
4. Switch the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel of the reader system to o.
5. Connect a power source to pins 1 (+) and 3 (-) on the DC power input front panel connector (Figure 5 – 1).
6. Switch the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel of the reader system to o.
7. Type the command !01 or ~~CC (CC must be entered in upper case) and press
Enter.
Note: For information on entering command codes, refer to “Communications Protocols” on page
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Type !22 and press Enter. The time and date will be returned.
If the time and date are not received, check communications connections, cycle power, and repeat.
If the time and date are incorrect, use !20 and/or !21 to correct this information, then type the following
commands:
!20hh:mm:ss sets time
!21MM/DD/YY sets date
!642 sets RF to follow the trigger
!41 enables tag reporting
NOTE: !41 command should be used in diagnostic mode only. Do not use in normal system
operation.
The entered command and !Done response will be returned after each properly executed command.
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To verify that the AI1422E Reader System is correctly reading tags:
1. Switch the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel of the reader system to o.
2. Using your own cable, connect the laptop PC to the reader system at the main RS232 interface.
3. Slide the Interface Selection switch on the front panel of the reader to RS232.
4. Connect the antenna to the antenna interface on the front panel of the reader system.
5. Set the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel of the reader system to on.
6. Connect a jumper between pins 14 (ground) and 15 (trigger) on the customer I/O interface to trigger the RF
on (“Figure 3 – 3 Customer I/O Interface Pin-outs” on page 3-4).
7. Monitor the LEDs on the box and verify that the main power LED and the RF power LED are lit.
8. Position a programmed TransCore half-frame rail tag with a backplate within 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m) of the
antenna. No other tag can be in this 2 to 3 foot (0.6 to 0.9 m) area during this test.
9. Verify that the lock LED is lit and that the PC is acquiring the tag data.
Note: If the !41 command was issued prior to this test, the PC will be receiving a continuous
stream of tag data. If the !41 command was not issued, the reader responds with only one
response. The Lock LED remains lit as long as there is a tag in the field, but only one response is
forthcoming unless the !41 command has been issued.
10. Remove the tag from the antenna field. The PC should stop reading the tag data.
11. Disable the trigger by disconnecting the jumper.
12. Set the on/o switch located on the front panel of the reader system to o.
Note: Repeat this test several times. Each time, the lock LED should be lit and the PC should be
reporting the tag data.
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Communications Protocols
The AI1422E Reader supports the following communications protocols:
• Basic
• Error correcting protocol (ECP)
• Data inquiry
The following protocol information provides reference information relevant to developing
host software.
Communications are performed using the 7-bit ASCII code with optional parity, thus
providing easy setup, testing, and diagnostics with standard ASCII terminals and serial
printers. Parity must be enabled to achieve the specified undetected error rate.
Each message is framed within the start-of-message (som) and end-of-message (eom)
characters so that the host computer can detect the beginning and end of each message.
This convention is most important under marginal communications conditions during which
the host may receive extraneous noise-induced characters between reader transmissions.
In such instances, the host is capable of ignoring any messages that do not conform to the
som...eom frame sequence.
Both data mode and command mode require a two-way message interchange when
using ECP. This interchange is completed by the message recipient returning a message
acknowledgement to the message sender.
With ECP, all transmissions require a message. If a message is not received, the sender will
time out with the same eect as if it had received a negative acknowledgment (from the
host) or an Error message from the AI1422E Reader.
Software (XON/XOFF) flow control is optionally supported. Be careful in the use of XON/
XOFF since noise-induced characters may be interpreted by the AI1422E Reader as the
XOFF character, which would suspend reader output without information reaching the host
computer. For more information refer to “525 Display Communications Protocol Status” on
page 7-17.
Note: TransCore recommends that XON/XOFF flow control be disabled while using ECP.
Basic Protocol
With basic protocol, messages sent to and from the AI1422E Reader and the host are
transmitted without error checking. For each host transmission, the AI1422E Reader returns
a Done or Error message to the host.
When the host computer is physically close to the AI1422E Reader and no sources of
interference exist, the basic protocol provides reliable communications.
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The host must be ready to receive reader-transmitted messages because in basic
protocol the AI1422E Reader does not wait for the host to acknowledge a message before
transmitting the next message. If necessary, the host may halt reader transmissions by
using software or hardware Refer to “Command Codes” on page 7-2 for flow control
information.
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Error Correcting Protocol
When the quality of data communications is imperative or may be suspect, you can invoke
ECP to ensure the integrity of data transmitted between the AI1422E Reader and the host.
Note: TransCore recommends that basic protocol (not ECP) be used when commands are entered
manually at the keyboard.
Wiegand output is automatically disabled when the reader is put into ECP mode.
Error correction is accomplished with the use of a cyclic redundancy check (CRC) value that
is based on the message data. The originator (reader or host) calculates the CRC value of a
message and includes it in the transmitted message.
The recipient (reader or host) also calculates a CRC value for the received message. If
the transmitted message data is correct, the CRC value calculated by the recipient will
agree with the CRC value calculated by the originator. If the CRC values do not agree, the
recipient rejects the message.
Message sequence numbers are also included when using ECP. These sequence numbers
are checked to determine if the message received has the correct sequence number; if
not, the recipient rejects the message.
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Since the seven-bit ASCII code is used and there are eight data bits per character, the
eighth bit can optionally be used to support parity. Where parity is selected, the CRC value
calculation includes the parity of each character in the calculation of the CRC value.
Parity is required to achieve the most reliable communications. If parity is enabled, both the
AI1422E Reader and the host must issue a message if any received character has a parity
error. However, the message must not be transmitted before receipt of the eom character.
In this case, the AI1422E Reader will issue an Error message, and the host computer will
issue a negative acknowledgment message.
Data Inquiry Protocol
Data inquiry protocol is a basic protocol option that allows the host to control transmission
of reader tag data. The selection of data inquiry protocol aects data mode operation.
As the AI1422E Reader acquires tags, it buers them but does not transmit them. Instead,
the host must poll the AI1422E Reader for each tag by sending a CTRL-E character (hex 5
digit). The AI1422E Reader transmits one message (tag ID or report data) for each CTRL-E it
receives until the buer is empty.
Each tag request message sent by the host consists only of the CTRL-E character; no som
or eom characters are sent. AI1422E Reader data transmission (tag ID and report data)
format is the same as for basic protocol.
Selection of data inquiry protocol does not aect command mode
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Command Codes
This chapter discusses the host-transmitted commands that are used to control the AI1422E Reader
configuration and operation.
The AI1422E Reader is delivered from the factory with specified default settings that
determine how the reader operates. Commands transmitted by the host computer can
change the default settings and control additional features. The commands can be
transmitted by manually entering the commands at the host keyboard if the host is in
terminal emulation mode.
Note: If you are using Wiegand mode, you must connect the PC or laptop to the
AI1422E Reader using the RS–232 or RS–422 interface and a terminal emulation
program to send commands to the reader. You can leave the Wiegand interface
connected during this procedure.
Operating Modes
The AI1422E Reader has three modes of operation: data mode, command mode, and
download mode. The software for the AI1422E Reader contains two separate programs —
boot and application. The boot program has control of the AI1422E Reader on startup and
when operating in download mode. The application program has control of the AI1422E
Reader during data mode and command mode operation and holds the application code.
Together, they control the AI1422E Reader in the three modes of operation.
Data Mode
The AI1422E Reader is in the data mode upon power-up. While in the data mode, the
AI1422E Reader sends all communications as data messages, such as tag IDs and reports,
to the host computer. Reports provide information on input status changes (input0 and
input1), a presence without tag report, and buer overflow information. The host computer
can send only two commands to the AI1422E Reader while in data mode:
• Command !01 Switch To Command Mode changes the AI1422E Reader from the
data mode to the command mode. Refer to “01/~~CC Switch to Command Mode” on
page 7-4
Note: The AI1422E Reader transmits ID codes to the host computer when the
AI1422E Reader is in data mode. If the AI1422E Reader remains in the command
mode with tags passing through the read zone, all tag IDs are not reported.
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Command Mode
While the AI1422E Reader is in the command mode, the host computer sends commands
to the AI1422E Reader that can be used to control the operation and configuration of the
reader. After the AI1422E Reader receives a command, it transmits a command response
message. Typically, the command message contains Error, Done, or data relating
specifically to the command request. These messages may be of variable length since
some commands require information as part of the message.
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Communications can be lost if the host computer attempts to send certain commands
under marginal communications conditions. For example, if the host computer transmits the
command request to change the baud rate and the AI1422E Reader properly receives the
request and transmits the Done message, one of the two following conditions may occur:
• If the host computer receives the Done message, then both the host and the AI1422E
Reader switch to the new baud rate, and communications are maintained.
Note: In many applications, the host must be set to the new baud rate as it will not
change automatically.
Note: The AI1422E Reader changes the baud rate immediately after issuing the
Done message.
• However, if the host does not receive the Done message transmitted by the AI1422E
Reader, the host assumes that the command was not properly sent and does not switch
to the new baud rate, causing a loss of communications.
Caution
The host computer should not attempt to change communications parameters
or protocols during marginal communications conditions; otherwise, a loss of
communications can result.
Download Mode
In download mode, the AI1422E Reader allows the host to download new software.
While in download mode, the reader communications port parameters are fixed at the
following factory-default settings: 38400 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, software
flow control (XON/XOFF), basic protocol.
While in download mode, the AI1422E Reader turns RF o, does not process tags, and
does not echo host commands.
Command List
Reader commands are divided into groups based on primary function. The following
sections provide information about each command in command number order. Refer to
Appendix D for listings of commands in numerical and alphabetical order.
In the following text, the symbols < and > represent variable message data. These symbols
are not part of the message syntax.
Hex digits (0–9, A–F) in either uppercase or lowercase characters may be used in data
strings and for hex digits A–F.
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Reader Mode Control — Command Group 0
Group 0 commands control reader mode. The mode determines whether the reader is
transmitting data to or receiving data from a host computer or terminal.
00/662 Switch to Data Mode (Factory Default)
Command !00 switches the reader to data mode, which allows the reader to transmit tag
data (ID codes) to the host. In addition to switching the reader to data mode, command !00
automatically saves to non-volatile memory (NVRAM) any user parameters that had been
changed during the command mode session. The reader enters data mode on power up.
The command !662 is present for backward compatibility with previous generation
AI1422 readers, and is not recommended for use.
Caution
To save user parameter changes to NVRAM, you must send command !00/!662
before powering down the reader.
While operating in data mode, the reader accepts the following commands:
• Command !01 Switch to Command Mode
Reader response:
Done
01/~~CC Switch to Command Mode
Command !01 switches the reader to command mode, which allows the reader to accept
commands from a host or terminal. While in command mode, the reader turns RF o and
does not acquire tags.
Reader response:
Done
Communications Port Control — Command Group 1
Group 1 commands configure the parameters used by the AI1422E Reader to communicate
with a host computer or terminal. These commands set baud rate, stop bits, parity, and endof-line delay.
100N Select Baud Rate
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Command !100N selects the reader baud rate. The factory-default setting is 9600 baud.
The N variable specifies the baud rate shown in Table 7 – 1.
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Table 7 – 1 Select Baud Rate Commands
Command Baud Rate Selected
1002 1200
1003 2400
1004 4800
1005 9600 (factory default)
1006 19.2 K
1007 38.4 K
Caution
If ECP is enabled, ensure that the ECP timeout is sucient for the new baud rate.
Refer to “525 Display Communications Protocol Status” on page 7-17
Reader response:
Done
101N Select Stop Bits
Command !101N selects the number of stop bits for reader character transmission. The
factory default setting is 1 stop bit. The N variable specifies the number of stop bits as
indicated in Table 7 – 2.
Table 7 – 2 Select Stop Bits Commands
Command Stop Bits Selected
1010 1 (factory default)
1011 2
Reader response:
Done
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1020 8 Disable parity (factory default)
1021 7 Select even parity
1022 7 Select odd parity
102N Select Parity
Command !102N selects the reader parity setting. The factory-default setting is parity
disabled. The N variable specifies parity as shown in Table 7 – 3.
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Command Data Bits Parity Selected
Reader response:
Done
Command Group 2
Group 2 commands control the real-time clock which maintains the AI1422E internal time
and date. This time and date can be appended to IDs, error messages, and sensor input
reports. An internal battery supports the clock, so time and date are preserved if main
power is lost.
20 Set Time
Command !20 sets the time. Enter the time in the proper format: two-digit decimal entries
with no spaces between characters and using colons as delimiters. The entry format is as
follows:
20HH:MM:SS or 20HH:MM:SS:hh
where
HH represents hours (00 to 23).
MM represents minutes (00 to 59).
SS represents seconds (00 to 59).
hh represents hundredths of a second (00 to 99).
: is the time delimiter.
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If hundredths of a second is not specified, the reader sets the hundredths register to 00.
Reader response:
Done
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21 Set Date
Command !21 sets the date. Enter the date in the proper format: two-digit decimal entries
with no spaces between characters and using forward slashes “/” as delimiters. The entry
format is as follows:
21MM/DD/YY
where
MM represents the month (01 to 12).
DD represents the day (01 to 31).
YY represents the last two digits of the year (00 to 99).
- is the date delimiter.
Reader response:
Done
22 Display Time and Date
Command !22 displays the reader’s current time and date. One space separates the
time and the date output.
Reader message:
HH:MM:SS.hh MM/DD/YY
where
HH represents hours.
MM represents minutes.
SS represents seconds.
hh represents hundredths of seconds.
: is the time delimiter.
MM represents the month.
DD represents the day.
YY represents the last two digits of the year.
- is the date delimiter.
Append Information — Command Group 3
Group 3 commands append useful information to reader transmissions, such as IDs, error
messages, and sensor input reports. Auxiliary information such as reader number, antenna
number (or manual entry code), number of times the previous tag was read, and sensor
input status can be appended to the ID using the Group 3 commands.
30N Append Time and Date Selection
Command !30N selects the option of appending the time and date to transmitted IDs,
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error messages, presence without tag reports, and input status change reports. The factory
default setting is time and date appended (command !302).
The reader returns an Error message if its tag buer contains data. The reset reader
command !63 may be transmitted to clear the buer; however, tag ID data will not be
reported. If this is unacceptable, allow the buer to empty before re-issuing append time
and date command !30N. Append Time and Date commands are shown in Table 7 – 4.
Table 7 – 4 Append Time and Date Commands
Command Append Option
300 No time and date appended
302 Time and date appended (factory default)
The reader transmits messages with time and date appended as follows. One space
separates the time from the date.
<string>&<HH:MM:SS.hh MM/DD/YY>
where
string is a tag ID, error message, or report.
& separates <string> from the time and date.
HH:MM:SS is the time delimiter.
MM/DD/YY is the date delimiter.
Reader response:
Done
31N Append Auxiliary Information Selection
Command !31N selects the option of appending auxiliary information to transmitted IDs,
presence-without-tag reports, and input status change reports. Auxiliary information is
not appended to error messages. The factory-default setting is no auxiliary information
appended. The N variable specifies whether or not auxiliary information is to be appended.
Append Auxiliary Information commands are shown in Table 7 – 5.
Table 7 – 5 Append Auxiliary Information Commands
Command Append Option
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310 No auxiliary information appended (factory default)
311 Auxiliary information appended
The reader transmits messages with auxiliary information appended as:
<message data>%<xx-y-zz-q>
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where
% separates the auxiliary information and signals the host computer that auxiliary
information is appended.
xx reader ID. Value can be set with command !60NN.
- auxiliary information delimiter
y antenna number. Value fixed at 0.
zz number of reads (00 to FF hexadecimal) of the previous tag
q current status of input0 and input1 (0 to 3). Refer to “525 Display Communications
Protocol Status” on page 7-17 These values are inverted if input inversion is
enabled with command 6941.
Reader response:
Done
!320 Disable EAC Page Append (Factory Default)
Command !320 is a factory-set default that disables the EAC (embedded application code)
page append.
Reader response:
Done
!321 Enable EAC Page Append
Note: This functionality was added to the Encompass® 2 Reader to handle a
special unique customer requirement, and is retained in the AI1422E Reader for full
backward compatibility.
Command !321 selects the option to append an additional predefined 8 bytes of data to
be read from an eGo® or eGo Plus tag when the reader is in ID only mode (i.e., not eATA)
and multitag sort is enabled. The additional bytes that are read from the tag are in locations
10 through 17.
The reader transmits the message with EAC page append as follows:
The EAC append data occurs before time and date append data and AUX append data if
they are enabled.
<tag ID>&<EAC page data>
Reader response:
Done
ID Filtering — Command Group 4
Group 4 commands set criteria for filtering (buering or discarding) ID codes. These
commands are useful for eliminating duplicate ID codes and selecting the type of tags read
by the AI1422E Reader.
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40 Disable Transmission All ID Codes
Command !40 instructs the reader to reinstate the previous uniqueness checks.
Reader response:
Done
41 Transmit All ID Codes
Command !41 instructs the reader to transmit all IDs without regard for uniqueness. This
command can be useful when mapping the footprint or per forming diagnostics.
After diagnostics are complete, you may want to reinstate the uniqueness check using
command !410N Select Unique ID Code Criteria, or by using !40 to set reader back to its
original setting.
Reader response:
Done
410N Select Unique ID Code Criteria (Anti-passback Feature)
Command !410N instructs the reader to buer and transmit ID codes according to the
following test: an ID is read if previously decoded IDs have changed value at least N+1
times since the new ID was last received. IDs that do not pass the test are not read. The
factory-default setting is command !4100, which selects a separation of one ID. Variable
N specifies ID separation as shown in Table 7 – 6.
Table 7 – 6 Unique ID Code Criteria
Command Uniqueness Criteria
4100 Separation of 1 ID (factory default)
4101 Separation of 2 IDs
4102 Separation of 3 IDs
4103 Separation of 4 IDs
Each time the reader receives a tag ID, it compares the ID with the contents of a
comparison register. This register contains the following two items:
Item 1 Most recently acquired ID
Item 2 Second-most recently acquired ID
Item 3 Third-most recently acquired ID
Item 4 Fourth-most recently acquired ID
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When the uniqueness filter is set to separation of one ID, the newly acquired ID is
transmitted only if it is dierent from the first item. Separation of two IDs allows transmission
if the new ID is dierent from Items 1 and 2 in the comparison register.
Separation of three and four IDs transmit the new ID only if it is dierent from the first three
and the first four items, respectively.
Note: A new ID can fail the filter test and not be transmitted; however, it remains
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stored in the comparison register.
The uniqueness test’s time limit is set by Command !441. If an ID is buered, it will not be
accepted again unless it arrives at the reader more than the programmed time interval from
the previous arrival or until the receipt of one or more other IDs reset the uniqueness.
Reader response:
Done
420N Select Valid ID Code Criteria
Command !420N directs the reader to validate an ID received only after it has been
obtained a specified number of times in sequence. Values for N are 0 through 3
(Table 7 – 7). The factory setting is one acquisition (N = 0).
Table 7 – 7 Select Valid Code Commands and Frames
Command Valid Code Frames
4200 1 (Factory default)
4201 2
4202 3
4203 4
The validation procedure is executed before the unique ID test (Select Unique ID Code
Criteria [!410N] commands). IDs that do not pass the validation test are not reported.
For example, command !4203 specifies that the same ID must be obtained from the RF
module 4 times in succession before it is considered for the uniqueness test. This feature is
useful in installations where RF reflections may cause a single tag to be read multiple times
or where an occasional ID might be read from fringe areas
440 Reset Uniqueness
Command 440 causes the ID filtering process set by Select Unique ID Code Criteria
(!410N) to restart. It is used in conjunction with the Variable Timeout (!44N) commands.
This command provides a method to end all uniqueness timers.
44N Set Uniqueness Timeout
Places a time limit on the uniqueness criterion set by Select Unique ID Code Criteria
(!410N). The parameter N sets the number of minutes on the timeout clock. The factory
setting is two minutes (N = 1).
Command Timeout Clock
!441 2 minutes (factory setting)
!442 15 seconds
!443 30 seconds
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Entering these commands eectively expires the timeout clock, which erases all current
IDs in the comparison register. In eect, the first ID that is acquired after the clock expires
always appears to be new and is stored. Newly acquired IDs are only tested against IDs
that are registered after the clock resets.
The timeout clock is continually reset (does not expire) as long as the reader receives the
same tag ID. For example, assume that the timeout clock is set for 2 minutes and there is
a railcar parked on a siding in front of the reader. Without this continual reset feature, the
railcar’s ID would be reported every 2 minutes (each time the timeout clock expired).
450 Disable Wiegand Mode (Factory Default)
Command !450 is a default set in the factory to disable Wiegand mode.
Reader response:
Done
451 Enable Wiegand Mode
Command !451 enables Wiegand mode, which allows the reader to transmit data in a
format that emulates the output of a magnetic card reader.
In Wiegand mode, the reader transmits Wiegand-formatted tag data through the Wiegand
interface and ASCII data (the reader accepts reader commands and responds) through
the serial port interface. The reader outputs data from Wiegand-programmed tags via the
Wiegand interface. Tags that are not Wiegand-formatted are not transmitted through the
Wiegand interface or the serial port when in Wiegand mode, although the tag lock relay is
activated on any tag acquired.
Reader response:
Done
452 Disable Tag Translation Mode (Factory Default)
Command !452 disables tag translation mode. Incoming full-frame tags will be directly
converted to ASCII. They will not be translated from Association of American Railroads
(AAR) and American Trucking Associations (ATA) format to ASCII.
Reader message:
Done
453 Enable Tag Translation Mode
Command !453 enables the translation of tags in AAR and ATA formats. Specific data fields,
such as owner ID and car number, will be extracted from these tags, translated according
to AAR or ATA standards, and converted to ASCII. Tags that are not programmed in AAR or
ATA format will be directly converted to ASCII. The reader will not attempt to translate data
from half-frame or dual-frame tags.
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Reader message:
Done
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454 Disable Multi-tag Sort (Factory Default)
Command !454 is a default set in the factory to disable the multi-tag sort function.
Reader response:
Done
455 Enable Multi-tag Sort
Command !455 enables the multi-tag sort function that allows the reader to identify unique
tags within a group of Intellitag-based tags. Multi-tag sort allows full operation of the tags
and reader to be carried out with a limited number of tags in the presence of the reader.
Reader response:
Done
Note: Enabling the multi-tag sort function adversely aects the vehicle speed at
which tags may be read. If there is only one Intellitag-based tag in the vehicles of
the target population, multi-tag sort should be disabled.
456 Enable eGo Plus Tag Initialization During Multi-tag Sort (Factory
Default)
Command !456 enables the reader to send the eGo Plus Tag initialize command as part
of the multi-tag sort function. When the reader sends the eGo Plus Tag initialize command,
all tags in the RF field reenter the sort process.
Reader response:
Done
457 Disable eGo Plus Tag Initialization During Multi-tag Sort
Command !457 disables the reader from sending the eGo Plus Tag initialize command
as part of the multi-tag sort function. Any eGo Plus Tags already identified by the reader
during the sort process will not be re-identified as long as they remain powered in the RF
field. The reader will only identify new tags that come into the RF field or tags that do not
remain powered in the RF field.
Reader response:
Done
480 Disable ATA
Command !480 disables the reader from reading ATA protocol tags.
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481 Enable ATA
Command !481 enables the reader to read ATA protocol data from tags if the reader is
programmed to read this tag protocol.
482 Disable eGo
Command !482 disables the reader from reading protocol eGo data from tags.
483 Enable eGo
Command !483 enables the reader to read factory-programmed eGo data from tags if the
reader is programmed to read this tag protocol.
484 Disable SeGo
Command !484 disables the reader from reading SeGo protocol data from tags.
485 Enable SeGo
Command !485 enables the reader to read SeGo protocol data from tags if the reader is
programmed to read this tag protocol.
486 Disable IAG
Command !486 disables the reader from reading IAG protocol data from tags.
487 Enable IAG
Command !487 enables the reader to read IAG protocol data from tags if the reader is
programmed to read this tag protocol.
488 Disable eATA
Command !488 disables the reader from reading factory-programmed eATA data from
tags.
489 Enable eATA
Command !489 enables the reader to read factory-programmed eATA data from eGo
Plus or eGo tags. This option must be enabled to obtain Wiegand data from eGo Plus or
eGo tags.
490 Disable Alternate Group Select (Factory Default)
Command !496 disables the alternate group select function that allows the reader to
distinguish tags meeting specific criteria pre-programmed into the tags.
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Reader response:
Done
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Reader Status — Command Group 5
Group 5 commands provide status reports on the parameters and operation of the reader.
505 Display Software Version
Command !505 displays the reader model number, software version information, and
assigned serial number.
Reader message:
Model E4 Series Ver X.XX SNSSSSSS
where
X.XX Version Number
SSSSSS Serial number of the unit, skipping the fourth character printed on the
reader product label
506 Display Hardware Configuration Information
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Command !506 displays hardware configuration information stored in the reader memory
by the user. Hardware configuration information is empty by default until you set the
information to any 20 character ASCII string desired using command !696S...S.
Reader response:
An ASCII string from 1 to 20 characters in length
510 Display RF Transceiver FPGA Version
Command !510 displays RF FPGA VER = XX.XX
511 Display RF Transceiver I Filter Chip Version
Command !511 displays FIL IC I VER = XX.XX
512 Display RF Transceiver Q Filter Chip Version
Command !512 displays FIL IC Q VER = XX.XX
513 Display DSP Board Actel Version
Command !513 displays DSP FPGA VER = XX.XX
520 Display Power Fail Bit
Command !520 displays the value of the reader power fail bit. The power fail bit changes
from 0 to 1 when power to the reader is interrupted. To reset the bit, use command !63
Reset Reader or command !65 Reset Power Fail Bit. On initial power-up, the host should
transmit one of these two commands to clear the power fail bit.
Reader message:
PWRB P<0 to 1>R0
where
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P0 No power failure detected
P1 Power failure detected
R0 Not applicable to AI1422E Reader
521 Display Reader ID Number
Command !521 displays the reader ID that is sent in the auxiliary data field. Reader
message:
RDID xx
where xx = 01 to FF (hexadecimal)
522 Display Communications Port Parameters
Command !522 displays the selected communications port parameters, including the
baud rate (!100N), the number of stop bits (!101N), the parity scheme (!102N), and the end-ofline delay.
Reader message:
MAIN B<2 to 7> S<0 to 1> P<0 to 2> D0
where
B2 1200 baud
B3 2400 baud
B4 4800 baud
B5 9600 baud (factory default)
B6 19.2 kbps
B7 38.4 kbps
S0 one stop bit (factory default)
S1 two stop bits
P0 no parity (factory default)
P1 even parity
P2 odd parity
D0 00 ms end-of-line delay (fixed)
One space is required between each value. For example, if factory default settings are
assigned, the reader message is
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MAIN B5 S0 P0 D0
indicating 9600 baud, one stop bit, no parity, and 0 ms end-of-line delay.
Note: The information transmitted in response to command !522 applies to data
and command mode operation only. While operating in download mode, default
communications parameters are always used.
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524 Display Appended Information Status
Command !524 displays the information being appended to the reader transmissions.
Command !31N appends information. Append time and date are not available to the
AI1422E Reader.
Reader message:
where
IDAP T<0> D<0> X<0 to 1>
T0 Time not appended
T1 Time appended (not valid for the AI1422E Reader)
D0 Date not appended
D1 Date appended (not valid for the AI1422E Reader)
X0 Auxiliary information not appended (factory default)
X1 Auxiliary information appended
One space is required between each value. For example, if factory-default settings are
assigned, the reader response is
IDAP T0 D0 X0
indicating time, date, and auxiliary information not appended.
525 Display Communications Protocol Status
Command !525 displays the status of command !61N Selected Communications Protocol,
Selected Mode of Flow Control, and command !612NN ECP Timeout.
Reader response:
ECPS P<0 to 2> T<01 to FF> X<0 to 2> S0
where
P0 Basic protocol enabled (factory default)
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P1 ECP enabled
P2 data inquiry protocol enabled
Txx ECP timeout where xx = 01 to FE (hexadecimal) Timeout (ms) = 50 * xx
If xx = FF timeout disabled
X0 Flow control disabled
X1 Software flow control enabled (factory default)
S0 start of message character is !
For example, if factory default settings are assigned, the reader message is:
ECPS P0 TFE X1 S0
which means basic protocol enabled, an ECP timeout of 254 (12,700 ms, 12.7 sec), software
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flow control enabled, and start of message character is !.
526 Display I/O Status
Command !526 displays the current input/output (I/O) status. The reader message
indicates whether outputs are being controlled externally by the host through command
!620N Output Control or internally through command !621 Predefined Output Mode. It
also displays the current status of two outputs, two inputs, and the selected output pulse
duration that is set by command !67N.
Reader response:
IOST C<0 to 1> O<0 to 3> I<0 to 3> D<0 to F>
where
C0 Host controls outputs
C1 Predefined output mode
O0 Both outputs o
O1 Output0 on
O2 Output1 on
O3 Both outputs on
I0 Both inputs false
I1 Input0 true
I2 Input1 true
I3 Both inputs true
D0 4 ms output pulse duration
D1 8 ms output pulse duration
D2 12 ms output pulse duration
D3 16 ms output pulse duration
D4 20 ms output pulse duration
D5 24 ms output pulse duration
D6 32 ms output pulse duration
D7 40 ms output pulse duration
D8 48 ms output pulse duration
D9 60 ms output pulse duration
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DA 76 ms output pulse duration
DB 152 ms output pulse duration
DC 228 ms output pulse duration (factory default)
DD 300 ms output pulse duration
DE 376 ms output pulse duration
DF 752 ms output pulse duration
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Note: The first character of the output pulse duration value is alpha; the second
character is numeric.
Table 7 – 8 shows the output0 and output1 open/closed conditions for the output status
displays.
Table 7 – 8 Open/Closed Conditions for Output Status
Output0 Wire Pair Output1 Wire Pair
Output Status
Orange/Black Brown/Black White/Black Green/Black
O0 Closed Open Closed Open
O1 Open Closed Closed Open
O2 Closed Open Open Closed
O3 Open Closed Open Closed
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displays for readers in IAG applications.
Table 7 – 9 Open/Closed Conditions for Output Status (IAG Applications)
Output0 Wire Pair Output1 Wire Pair
Output Status
O0 Closed Open Closed Open
O1 Open Closed Closed Open
O2 Closed Open Open Closed
O3 Open Closed Open Closed
Orange Jumper
to Black of
Brown/Black
Table 7 – 10 shows the input0 and input1 open/closed conditions for the input status
displays.
Table 7 – 10 Open/Closed Conditions for Input Status
Input0 Wire Pair Input1 Wire Pair
Input Status
Green/Red Blue/Black
I0 Open Open
I1 Closed Open
I2 Open Closed
I3 Closed Closed
Brown/Black
White Jumper to
Black of Green/
Black
Green/Black
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527 Display RF Status
Command !527 displays the current status of the RF module. The reader response
indicates whether RF is controlled externally by the host, set by command !640N RF
Control, or internally by input set by command !641. Command !527 also displays the
current RF status and the uniqueness timeout.
Reader message:
RFST C<0 to 1> O<0 to 1> T<1 to 3> Fxxx Rxx Gxx Axx Ixx
where
C0 RF controlled by host
C1 RF controlled by presence sensor on input0, the red/green pair (factory default)
O0 RF o
O1 RF on
T1 Uniqueness timeout of two minutes
T2 Uniqueness timeout of 15 seconds
T3 Uniqueness timeout of 30 seconds
Fxxx Fixed
Rxx Tag decoder range (distance) for ATA tags, xx = 00 to 1F hexadecimal range value
Gxx Tag decoder range (distance) for eGo and eGo Plus tags, xx = 00 to 1F hexadecimal
range value
Axx RF power attenuation, where 00 is maximum output power and 06 is minimum
output power (6 dB less than maximum power).
Ixx IAG RF power attenuation, where 00 is maximum output power and 06 is minimum
output power (6 dB less than maximum power)
For example, if factory default settings are assigned, the reader message is
RFST C1 O0 T1 Fxx R1F G1F A00 I04
which means that RF is enabled by presence sensor on input0, RF signal o, uniqueness
timeout of two minutes, maximum range for ATA tags, maximum range for eGo and eGo
Plus tags, full RF power, and IAG power set at 4 dB attenuation.
529 Display Presence Input Status
Command !529 displays the parameters associated with presence detection and RF
control. The reader’s message indicates if presence without tag reports are enabled/
disabled (!690N Select Presence without Tag Report Option), if input inversion is enabled/
disabled (!694N Select Input Inversion Option), and the minimum presence true period
(always true). The reader’s message also reports the selected RF timeout (!693N Select
RF Timeout Period) and the selected means of RF-o control (!692N)Select RF
Control Algorithm). If presence without tag reports is enabled (!6901 Enable Presence
without Tag Reports), the reader transmits a report if a presence is detected without the
subsequent acquisition of a valid tag.
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Note: RF timeout values vary depending on the operative tag read mode and the
type of tag in the read field. All times are approximate.
Reader message:
PRST P<0 to 1> D0 A<0 to 2> T<0 to F> I<0 to 1>
where
P0 Presence without tag reports disabled (factory default)
P1 Presence without tag reports enabled
D0 Minimum presence true period of 0 ms (fixed)
A0 RF o on timeout only
A1 RF o on timeout or tag
A2 RF o on timeout or presence condition false (factory default)
T0 RF timeout of 0 ms (always expired)
T1 4 ms
T2 8 ms
T3 12 ms
T4 20 ms
T5 24 ms
T6 32 ms
T7 48 ms
T8 60 ms
T9 92 ms
TA 152 ms
TB 300 ms
TC 452 ms
TD 600 ms
TE 752 ms
TF RF timeout infinite, never expires (factory default)
I0 input inversion disabled (factory default)
I1 input inversion enabled
For example, if factory default settings are assigned, the reader message is
PRST P0 D0 A2 TF I0
which means that presence without tag reports is disabled, minimum presence true period
is 0, RF o control on timeout or presence false, infinite RF timeout, and input inversion
disabled.
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530 Display RF0 Filter Status
Command !530 displays the parameter set for the RF input, including the selected
unique ID code criteria (!410N Select Unique ID Code Criteria) and the valid ID code criteria
(see !420N Select Valid ID Code Criteria).
Reader message:
RF0S U<0 to 4> V<0 to 3>
where
U0 One ID separation (factory default)
U1 Two ID separations
U2 Three ID separations
U3 Four ID separations
U4 Transmit all IDs
V0 Valid ID code criteria of one acquisition
V1 Valid ID code criteria of two acquisitions
V2 Valid ID code criteria of three acquisitions
V3 Valid ID code criteria of four acquisitions
For example, if factory default settings are assigned, the reader message is
RF0S U0 V0
which means separation of one ID for uniqueness filtering and a valid ID code criteria of
one acquisition.
532 Display Wiegand Mode Status
Command !532 displays the Wiegand mode status as either enabled or disabled.
Reader message:
TOF <0 to 1>
where
0 Wiegand mode disabled
1 Wiegand mode enabled
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533 Display Wiegand Retransmit Interval
Command !533 displays the Wiegand retransmit interval. This interval specifies the delay
in seconds before the reader retransmits Wiegand data for a tag still in the read zone. The
factory default is 1 second.
Reader message:
WTI <01 to FF>
where
01 to FF = seconds (1–255) in hexadecimal.
Note: The actual value of the Wiegand retransmit interval may vary depending on
the operative tag read mode and the type of tag in the read field.
For example, 10 = 16 seconds and FF = 255 seconds. The retransmit interval in ATA tag
read mode is about twice these values.
534 Display Tag Translation Mode Status
Command !534 displays tag translation mode status, enabled or disabled. If tag translation
mode is enabled, incoming full-frame tags in AAR or ATA format are translated according
to ISO standards. Refer to “452 Disable Tag Translation Mode (Factory Default)” on page
7-12 for more information.
Reader message:
TT <0 to 1>
where
0 tag translation mode disabled
1 tag translation mode enabled
537 Display Echo Status
Command !537 displays echo mode status. In basic protocol (!610 Select Basic
Protocol), the reader may be configured to enable (!6171 Enable Echo Mode) or disable
(!6170 Disable Echo Mode) the echo of received commands. Refer to “6170 Disable Echo
Mode” on page 7-26 and “6171 Enable Echo Mode (Factory Default)” on page 7-26“ for
more information.
Reader message:
ECHO <0 to 1>
where
0 Echo status disabled
1 Echo status enabled (factory default)
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540 Display Flash Checksum
Command !540 displays the flash memory checksum.
Reader message:
PCKS I0000 Exxxx
where
0000 Not applicable to the AI1422E Reader
xxxx Represents the four-byte ASCII representation of the flash memory checksum
543 Display Boot Checksum
Command !543 displays the boot ROM checksum.
Reader message:
BCKS xxxx
where
xxxx represents the four-byte ASCII representation of the boot ROM checksum.
549 Display User-Programmable Group Select Equals (GSE) Filter
Data
Command !549 queries the reader for the user-programmable GSE filter data programmed
in the reader using command !697. The response data is formatted similar to the data in
the configuration command.
For example, if the command string shown in command !697 (refer to “697 Set User-
Programmable Group Select Equals (GSE) Filter” on page 7-36) was sent to a given
reader, the response to the !549 query command would be:
!A4 0A 0005014202024133
The reader response contains all the data fields repeated in the same sequence as
displayed in the User-Programmable GSE configuration command.
560 Request Sensor Status Change
Command !560 displays the sensor status change reporting. Status change reporting may
be disabled by command !82N Select Input Status Change Report Option.
Reader message:
where
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SSTC E<0 to 1>M<0 to 3>
E0 Input status change reports disabled (factory default)
E1 Input status change reports enabled
M0 Reporting disabled (factory default)
M1 Changes on input0 reported
M2 Changes on input1 reported
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M3 Changes on either input reported
For example, if factory default settings are assigned, the reader message is
SSTC E0 M0
which means that input status change reports are disabled on both input0 and input1.
570 Display Tag Protocols
Command !570 displays the currently selected tag protocol. Reader response:
ATA:<E, D> eGo:<I, F, D> SeGo:<I, F, D> IAG:<E, D> Sort:<E, D>
TMM0
where
I ID (64 bits)
E Enabled
F Full transaction (eATA)
D Disabled
TMM0 Fixed
577 Report Buered Handshakes
Command !577 reports the buered handshakes.
Reader message:
XX
where
XX is number of handshakes
!582 Display Synchronization Values
Command !582 displays the synchronization values, which are typically used to alleviate
interference issues in dense populations of Interagency Group (IAG) readers.
The values are set with commands !648NN and !649NN. Reader Response:
SYNC T<00 to FF> H<00 to 0A>
Where T is the number of milliseconds (ms) before the reader sends a synchronization
pulse to all other readers on the RS–485 bus and H is the number of milliseconds that the
reader holds o starting IAG tag protocol once it receives the synchronization pulse.
Reader Control Functions — Command Group 6
Group 6 commands set reader control functions such as reader ID, communication
protocol, output pulse, and RF control.
60NN Set Reader ID Number
Command !60NN sets the reader ID that will be sent in the auxiliary data field (command
!311). Uppercase or lowercase characters are allowed for NN; for example, hex digits A
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though F or a through f
where
NN = 00 to FF (hex for 0 to 255, factory default = 00).
Reader response:
Done
610 Select Basic Communication Protocol (Factory Default)
Command !610 enables the basic communications protocol.
Reader response:
Done
611 Select Error Correcting Protocol
Command !611 enables the error correcting protocol. For more details on Error Correcting
Protocol, contact TransCore.
Reader response:
Done
613 Enable Data Inquiry Protocol
Command !613 enable the data inquiry protocol. Refer to “Data Inquiry Protocol” on page
6-3.
Reader response:
Done
6170 Disable Echo Mode
Command !6170 disables the reader’s echo of received host commands. If operating
in basic protocol or data inquiry protocol, the reader echoes by default. As the reader
receives a host command, it echoes each character of the command. Once the entire
command has been received and processed, the reader transmits its response. If
echoing is disabled with command !6170, the reader does not echo the command, but
only transmits its response. The reader never echoes while in ECP or download mode
operation.
Reader response:
Done
6171 Enable Echo Mode (Factory Default)
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Command !6171 enables the reader to echo received host commands. Command
!6170 disables echo mode.
Reader response:
Done
620N Set Output Control
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Command !620N provides direct control of two output lines that may be used to operate
external hardware, such as gates or trac lights. The value for N specifies the output status
requested as shown in Table 7 – 11. Receipt of any !620N command automatically disables
command !621 Predefined Output Control.
Table 7 – 11 Output Control Commands
Command Output Control Option
6200 Turn o both output ports (factory default)
6201 Turn o output1, Turn on output0
6202 Turn o output0, Turn on output1
6203 Turn on both output ports
Reader response:
Done
Caution
The RF ON Indicator and RF Active Output on the I/O Connector are driven
through Output0. Utilizing this command will disable the Indicator.621 Select
Predefined Output Control (Factory Default)
Command !621 configures the reader for predefined output mode. In this mode, output0
drives the RF Active LED, and output1 is automatically asserted upon receipt of a valid
unique tag ID. The output line remains asserted for the time specified by output pulse
duration (!67N Set Output Pulse Duration). Any direct control command (!620N Output
Control) automatically disables the predefined output mode.
Note: In Wiegand mode operation, output1 is not controlled by a pre-defined output
mode.
Reader response:
Done
63 Reset Reader
Command !63 resets the power fail bit, clears all buers, resets tag uniqueness, turns o
both output lines, transmits the sign-on message, and returns to the data mode.
Note: This command does not reset any other configuration parameters or have
any command response.
64N RF Control
Command !64N directly controls the RF module. The N value controls the RF power as
shown in Table 7 – 12.
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Table 7 – 12 RF Control Commands
Command RF Power
640 Turns o RF
641 Turns on RF
Command !640 disables RF-by-input control command !642 Select RF-by-Input Control.
Reader response:
Done
642 Select RF-by-Input Control (Factory Default)
Command !642 configures the reader for RF-by-input control. The reader automatically
turns on RF when it detects a presence through sense0 (trigger input). The reader turns o
RF according to the selected RF control algorithm (!692N Select RF Control Algorithm).
Reader response:
Done
643NN Select ATA Operating Range (Distance)
Command !643NN selects the read range for ATA tags where NN is a hexadecimal value
from 00 to 1F; the range increases with increasing NN value. The range can be adjusted for
32 discrete values where 00 is the shortest range and 1F is the longest range. The default
range value is 1F.
Reader response:
Done
644NN Set RF Attenuation
Command !644NN sets the attenuation control for the output RF power where NN is a
hexidecimal value from 03 to 0A. Settings for attenuation are 1.0 dB increments over
a range of 7 dB of attenuation from the maximum power setting of 25 dBm at 3-dB
attenuation to a minimum power level of 18 dBm.
The Set RF Attenuation command NN variables and corresponding attenuation settings are
shown in Table 7 – 13.
Table 7 – 13 RF Attenuation Command Variables
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Variable (NN) Attenuation Setting (dB)
03 3
04 4
05 5
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06 6
07 7
08 8
09 9
0A 10
Reader response:
Done
645NN Set eGo and eGo Plus Operating Range (Distance)
Command !645NN sets the read range for eGo and eGo Plus Tags where NN is a
hexadecimal value from 00 to 1F; the range increases with increasing NN value. The range
can be adjusted for 32 discrete values where 00 is the shortest range and 1F is the longest
range. The default range value is 1F.
Reader response:
Done
646XX Set IAG RF Attenuation
Command !646XX sets the IAG attenuation control for the output RF power where XX is a
hexidecimal value from 00 to 06. Setting 00 (0 dB) is the maximum power setting and 06 (6
dB) is the minimum power setting. The default attenuation value is 04.
647XXX Select RF Operating Frequency (Used only for FCC Part 90
Units)
Command #647XXX sets the reader RF from 860 to 930 MHz in 250-kHz steps, where
XXX is a hexadecimal value from 000 to 118. After the reader’s frequency is set, the value is
stored in non-volatile RAM (NVRAM). This value is not altered by power-down.
If the NVRAM becomes corrupted, the correct operating frequency cannot be guaranteed.
In this circumstance, the RF section shuts down and the reader sends an Error06 message
to the host. Until the frequency is reset using command #647XXX, the unit displays the
same error message every time it is powered up or if an attempt is made to enable the RF
by host or by external sensor.
The commands to set the RF operating frequency are presented in Table 7 – 14
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Table 7 – 14 Select RF Operating Frequency Commands
Command RF Frequency (MHz)
647000 860.00
. .
. .
.
6470CF 911.75
6470D0 912.00
6470D1 912.25
6470D2 912.50
6470D3 912.75
6470D4 913.00
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. .
. .
6470EA 918.50
6470EB 918.75
6470EC 919.00
6470ED 919.25
6470EE 919.50
6470EF 919.75
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657113 928.75
647114 929.00
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Command RF Frequency (MHz)
647115 929.25
647116 929.50
647117 929.75
647118 930.00
Reader response:
Done
Caution: An ETSI AI1422E does not require a frequency configuration. Do not
attempt to change the frequency of an ETSI AI1422E.
65 Reset Power Fail Bit
Command !65 resets the power fail bit to 0. The bit changes from 0 to 1 when power is
restored to the reader. Upon reader power-up, the host transmits either command !65 or
!63 Reset Reader to properly initialize this bit. The current state of the power fail bit may be
displayed. “520 Display Power Fail Bit” on page 7-15 for more information.
Reader response:
Done
66F Load Default Operating Parameters
Command !66F loads all the factory default operating parameters except RF operating
frequency. Refer to Table 8-2, AI1422E Reader Default Configuration Settings” for a listing of
the defaults.
Reader response:
Done All parameters loaded OK
Error A parameter load failed
67N Set Output Pulse Duration
Command !67N sets the output pulse duration for the command !621 Predefined Output
Control. This command specifies the length of time that output line(s) will be asserted upon
receipt of a valid and unique tag ID. The factory default setting is 228 ms. The variable N
specifies an output pulse duration of 48 ms to 752 ms.
Uppercase or lowercase characters are allowed for N; for example, hex digits A through
F or a through f. The command numbers and corresponding output pulse durations are
shown in Table 7 – 15.
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Table 7 – 15 Output Pulse Duration Commands
Command Duration
670 4
671 8
672 12
673 16
674 20
675 24
676 32
677 40
678 48
679 60
67A 76
67B 152
67C 228 (factory default)
67D 300
67E 376
67F 752
Additional IDs may be acquired during the selected output pulse duration; however, the
timing restarts upon each successive ID acquisition. This command should be used with
discretion. For example, when the tag acquisition interval is short compared to the selected
pulse duration, distinct pulses may not be generated.
Reader response:
Done or Error
690N Select Presence Without Tag Report Option
Command !690N enables or disables the presence without tag report option. If the
presence without tag reporting option is enabled using command !6901, input reports are
transmitted when a tag presence is detected without the subsequent acquisition of a valid
tag. The value for N specifies the reports as shown in Table 7 – 16
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Table 7 – 16 Presence Without Tag Report Commands
Command Report Option
6900 Disable presence without tag reports (factory default)
6901 Enable presence without tag reports
Reader response:
Done
Refer to “Basic Protocol and ECP Format” on page 6-5 for message format informa- tion.
692N Select RF Control Algorithm
Command !692N selects the algorithm for turning o RF power when RF-by-input control is
enabled using command !641 Select RF-by-Input Control.
The values for N specify the RF control algorithms as shown in Table 7-18.
Table 7 – 17 RF Control Algorithm Commands
Command RF Power O
6920 On timeout only
6921 Timeout or tag ID acquired
6922 Timeout or presence false (factory default)
Command !6920 turns o RF power based on the timeout established by command
!693N Set RF Timeout Period.
Command !6921 allows RF power to be turned o either after the timeout period or upon
acquisition of a valid tag ID, whichever occurs first. The reader turns o the RF immediately
following the acquisition of a valid tag, whether or not it is unique. This control algorithm
may be used in Wiegand mode to ensure that the tag data is transmitted once and only
once per presence on both serial and Wiegand ports.
Command !6922 turns o RF power either after the timeout period or upon the presence
false condition, whichever occurs first.
Reader response:
Done
693N Select RF Timeout Period
Command !693N selects the RF timeout period used by command !692N Select RF Control
Algorithm. Values for N range from 0 through F.
Command !693F disables the RF timeout.
Uppercase or lowercase characters are allowed for N; for example, hex digits A through F
or a through f. The commands and corresponding timeouts are shown in Table 7 – 18.
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Table 7 – 18 Timeout Period Values
Command Timeout (ms)
6930 0 (always expired)
6931 4
6932 8
6933 12
6934 20
6935 24
6936 32
6937 48
6938 60
6939 92
693A 152
693B 300
693C 452
693D 600
693E 752
693F Infinite (never expires, factory
default)
Reader response:
Done or Error
The reader returns an Error message if a valid hexadecimal digit is not substituted for N in
command !693N.
694N Select Input Inversion Option
Command !694N enables or disables input inversion. When inversion is enabled, an open
circuit input is interpreted as a closed circuit, and a closed circuit input is interpreted as an
open circuit. This feature allows greater flexibility in the attachment of external equipment
to the reader inputs. For example, some proximity sensors indicate presence with an open
circuit. In this instance, command !6941 can enable input inversion so that an open circuit
input indicates a presence. The values for N represent the two inversion options as shown
in Table 7 – 19.
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Table 7 – 19 Input Inversion Options
Command Options
6940 Disable input inversion (factory default)
6941 Enable input inversion
Reader response:
Done
695S...S Set Serial Number
Command !695 assigns the reader serial number according to the format:
695SSSSSS
where
SSSSSS is the serial number.
The serial number may contain as many as six uppercase or lowercase ASCII alphanumeric
characters.
Note: The factory-assigned serial number of the reader contains seven characters.
However, to maintain backward compatibility, the reader software allows only six
characters to be entered. When setting the serial number, skip the fourth (middle)
character of the seven-character number shown on the reader product label.
Note: Once assigned, the serial number is preserved during power-down and the
loading of default parameters.
Reader response:
Done
696S...S Store Hardware Configuration String
Command !696S...S stores hardware configuration information into reader memory.
The hardware configuration string is assigned according to the following format:
696S...S
where
S...S is the hardware configuration string that may contain as many as 20 uppercase or
lowercase ASCII alphanumeric characters.
Note: Once assigned, configuration information is preserved during power-down
and the loading of default parameters.
Reader response:
Done
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697 Set User-Programmable Group Select Equals (GSE) Filter
Command !697 assigns the user-programmable GSE filter.
The command string is assigned according to the following format:
697 MM AA DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
where
MM = The tag uses this mask to determine which of the eight Comparison Data bytes
are to be compared for the Group Select filter.
AA = This field is used by the tag to determine the start address in the tag memory
for the comparison data.
DD…DD = Comparison Data: an 8-byte field (16 characters) used by the tag as the
comparison data for the Group Select filter. The tag compares the data in this
field to data in tag memory beginning at the Start Address to determine if the
tag will respond to a reader Group Select request. Only the bytes having the
corresponding bit set in the GSE Mask is used for this comparison.
As an example, to configure a reader to have only tags with data in byte locations 10, 12,
and 15 (decimal) with hexadecimal values “00,” “01,” and “02,” the following command is
used:
!697 A4 0A 0005014202024133
To understand how the data is interpreted, it is necessary to break down the GSE Mask
field, A4, into binary:
A4 = 1010 0100
This mask equates to the tag comparing the first, third, and sixth bytes of the Comparison
Data to data in the tag beginning at address location 0A (10 decimal).
The Comparison Data field is broken down in bytes with the bytes corresponding to the
mask underlined in bold (for clarification):
Address: 0A 0B 0C 0D 0E 0F 10 11
Data: 00 05 01 42 02 02 41 33
where
0A (10 decimal) must be equal to “00” hexadecimal, the first byte in the Comparison Data
field
0C (12 decimal) must be equal to “01” hexadecimal, the third byte in the Comparison Data
field
0F (15 decimal) must be equal to “02” hexadecimal, the sixth byte in the Comparison Data
field
Reader response:
Done
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Group 8 commands provide control of reader functions, such as the sense input lines.
82N Select Input Status Change Report Option
Command !82N selects the input lines to be monitored to report any change in input status.
The enabled input lines are monitored for any changes in the logic states. If a change is
detected, the reader generates an input status change message and treats it as a tag ID. If
the auxiliary information option is enabled, the input status field displays the current input
values. The value for N specifies the report options as shown in Table 7 – 20.
Table 7 – 20 Input Status Change Report Options
Command Report Option
820 Disable status change reports (factory default)
821 Report change on input0
822 Report change on input1
823 Report changes on input0 and input1
Reader response:
Done
830 Disable Automatic Periodic RF Status Report (Factory Default)
Command !830 is a default set in the factory to disable the automatic periodic RF status
report.
Reader response:
Done
831 Enable Automatic Periodic RF Status Report
Command !831 enables the automatic periodic RF status report. This function sends out
a periodic RF status report if no other message (a tag read) is sent from the reader for a
period of time. This message is the same message that would be sent in response to the
!527 Display RF Status command. Enabling this function is helpful in some sites where
there may not be much tag activity, and the user wants an automatic way to
ensure the communication channel with the reader is still intact. With this function enabled,
the host system will get a message from the reader at least every three minutes.
Reader response:
Done
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Troubleshooting and
Maintenance
User Guide
This section lists routine diagnostic procedures for troubleshooting an improperly working
reader system and maintenance procedures to keep the AI1422E Reader System operating
correctly.
Required Tools and Equipment
The following tools and equipment are required:
• 50-ohm, 5-watt (W) load (N-type connector)
• Personal computer (PC) with terminal emulator software
• Appropriate power source for your reader
• Digital multimeter
• Loopback DE09 Connector
• Antenna and cable
• Slot head screwdriver
Troubleshooting
Loopback Mode
It is possible to reset the AI1422E Reader to default by looping back the TX from the RS232
into the RX via a short wire. Installing a loopback will cause the reader to reset its settings
to factory default, which is extremely useful during troubleshooting. The procedure for
resetting the reader is below.
13. Power down the AI1422E reader by switching the main power switch to the ‘OFF’
position.
14. Slide the Interface Selection switch on the front panel of the reader to RS232.
15. Install a loopback connector to the MAIN RS232 port.
16. Apply power to the AI1422E reader by switching the main power switch to the ‘ON’
position.
17. Wait 30 seconds for the reader to complete the factory reset.
18. Power down the AI1422E reader by switching the main power switch to the ‘OFF’
position.
The reader should now be configured for factory default settings.
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Failure Modes
No Communication – To determine if there is a problem in the communications hard- ware,
the following two commands should be repeated together for testing purposes:
!01 escape to diagnostic mode
!22 display time and date
If functioning properly, the time and date will be displayed after the second command,
which means that the reader is communicating. If the reader is not functioning prop- erly,
then perform the following checks.
• Does the AI1422E Reader System have adequate power? If not, ensure reader has
24V DC ±0.5V DC.
• Is the main power switch on? If not, switch it on.
• Is the main power switch light-emitting diode (LED) lit? If not, turn on power switch.
• Are you using a null modem cable connection? If not, switch to a null modem
connection.
• Is the Interface Selection switch on the front panel of the reader set to the correct
interface? If not, slide the switch to the correct interface.
• Have you set the correct baud rate? If an incorrect baud rate is suspected, select and
send each baud rate in turn, using the !100x Baud Rate Select command, and wait for
a response.
Unit Will Not Read Tags
The suggestions listed here assume that the user has already verified proper serial
communications. If RF POWER LED is lit, the indication is that the AI1422E is querying for
tags. If the LOCK LED, , is lit, the indication is that the reader system is retrieving tag data. If
either LED is not lit, then check the following items:
• Verify that the antenna connection is good.
• Verify that the antenna cable is in good condition.
• Verify that a single, known valid tag, properly polarized, is in the antenna field.
• Verify that the trigger remains activated and the unit power is on.
• Verify that a tag being alternated with a tag containing dierent data to avoid
uniqueness filtering.
Unit Will Not Retain Settings
If the unit will not retain information, such as time and date stamp or baud rate between
power cycles, the internal battery backup has failed and the unit must be returned for
repair. Contact TransCore at the telephone number listed at the front of this user guide
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Error Messages
The AI1422E Reader transmits an error message if a command received from the host is
not a recognized command or if information supplied with the command is not correct. The
reader sends this message to diagnostic commands if the reader fails the specified test.
Table 8 – 21 contains a list of error messages.
Error Message Description Corrective Action
Table 8 – 21 Error Messages
Error06 NVRAM parameters have been
lost. The AI1422E Reader will not
function properly because the
RF section is shut o until the
frequency is reset.
Error07 The RF phase locked loop (PLL)
has lost lock and is unable to
operate at its intended frequency.
RF output is disabled while the
AI1422E Reader attempts to reset
the PLL.
Error08 The RF PLL has successfully
regained lock and has been reset
to its proper operating frequency.
The RF section is returned to its
state prior to losing lock (enabled/
disabled). Error08 will only be
issued after Error07 has been
issued.
Error11 The operator is attempting to use
an Intellitag-based tag in Wiegand
mode while the AI1422E Reader
is in ID-only mode, thus Wiegand
compatibility issues.
ErrorRF1 Warning message that the RF
board did not return an update
acknowledge signal
Reset the frequency using command
#647XXX
Reset the RF frequency. Refer to “Radio
Frequency” on page 8-15 for instructions.
No action necessary; the previous error has
been corrected.
Enable eATA mode using command #489 if
Wiegand operation is needed and the tags
are programmed with Wiegand data.
If the reader indicates a single ErrorRF1
event and recovers from the error, no
corrective action is required. You may want
to track this error message if it should occur
again. If the reader indicates repeated
ErrorRF1 warning messages then return the
reader to the factory.
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Error Message Description Corrective Action
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ErrorRF2 Warning message that the RF
module did not return an INIT
DONE signal
ErrorRF3 Warning message of unexpected
status read, including status byte,
from RF module
AI1422E Reader Repair
The AI1422E Reader is designed for whole-unit replacement and is manufactured with
surface-mounted components. It requires sophisticated testing and repair equipment.
All testing and repairs are performed at TransCore’s factory. Please contact TransCore to
obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) for returning the reader.
If the reader indicates a single ErrorRF2
event and recovers from the error, no
corrective action is required. You may want
to track this error message if it should occur
again. If the reader indicates repeated
ErrorRF2 warning messages then return the
reader to the factory.
If the reader indicates a single ErrorRF3
event and recovers from the error, no
corrective action is required. You may want
to track this error message if it should occur
again. If the reader indicates repeated
ErrorRF3 warning messages then return the
reader to the factory.
Technical Support
Authorized dealers and distributors are responsible for the direct support of all customers.
Authorized dealers and distributors needing support can contact Technical
Support at (505) 856-8007. Please be prepared to answer a series of questions that are
designed to direct you to the best TransCore support resource available. These questions
will relate to symptoms, configuration, model, and tags used.
Note: End users and facility operators contacting Technical Support will be referred to the dealer
responsible for the system sale.
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Appendix A
Character Conversion
Table A-1 lists the TransCore 6-bit-per-character conversion from the standard ASCII character set.
Table A – 22 TransCore 6-Bit-Per-Character Conversion
spc 000000 6 010110 L 101100
! 000001 7 010111 M 101101
" 000010 8 011000 N 101110
# 000011 9 011001 O 101111
$
% 000101 ; 011011 Q 110001
& 000110 < 011100 R 110010
' 000111 = 011101 S 110011
( 001000 > 011110 T 110100
) 001001 ? 011111 U 110101
* 001010 @ 100000 V 110110
+ 001011 A 100001 W 110111
, 001100 B 100010 X 111000
- 001101 C 100011 Y 111001
. 001110 D 100100 Z 111010
/ 001111 E 100101 [ 111011
0 010000 F 100110 \ 111100
1 010001 G 100111 ] 111101
000100 :
011010
P 110000
A-2
2 010010 H 101000 ^ 111110
3 010011 I 101001 _ 111111
4 010100 J 101010
5 010101 K 101011
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Appendix B
Technical Specifications
Size 19.0 x 1.75 x 9.0 in (48.3 x4.4x 22.9 cm)
Weight 5.0 lb (2.27 kg)
Operating temperature -40°F to +158°F (-40°C to +70°C)
Table B-1 lists the specifications of the AI1422E Reader System.
Figure B – 1 AI1422E Reader System Specifications
Specification Description
Power requirement
Available frequency range 902–928 MHz (FCC)
Approved frequency range
for Federal Communications
Commission and Industry
Canada
Receiver sensitivity -60 dBm
Transmitter RF power 33 dBm (2W)
Communications port RS–232, 1200 to 38,400 baud
Other features Real-time clock
24V to 110VDC, 25 watts maximum
860-870 MHz (ETSI)
902.25–903.75 MHz and
910.00–921.50 MHz
RS–422, 1200 to 38,400 baud
Ethernet, 10/100 Mbps
Front Panel Ground Stud
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AI1422E Reader
Figure B – 1 AI1422E Reader Mechanical Dimensions
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