Zebra RFD8500i User Guide

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RFD8500i USER GUIDE

RFD8500i

USER GUIDE

MN-002761-02

Revision A

November 2019

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Warranty

For the complete Zebra hardware product warranty statement, go to:

http://www.zebra.com/warranty

Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change Date Description

-01 Rev A 9/2016 Initial Release

-02 Rev A 11/2019 Added cautionary statement to “Charging the Battery in the Reader” on page 8.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ......................................................................................................................................... ii

Revision History.............................................................................................................................. ii

About This Guide

Introduction..................................................................................................................................... v

Related Documents ........................................................................................................................ v

Configurations................................................................................................................................. vi

Chapter Descriptions ...................................................................................................................... vii

Notational Conventions................................................................................................................... vii

Service Information......................................................................................................................... viii

Chapter 1: GETTING STARTED

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Unpacking ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1

RFD8500i Features ........................................................................................................................ 1-2

Setting Up the RFD8500i ............................................................................................................... 1-4

Installing the Battery ................................................................................................................ 1-4

Removing the Battery .............................................................................................................. 1-6

Inserting the TC55 on the RFD8500i ............................................................................................. 1-7

Charging ........................................................................................................................................ 1-8

Charging the Battery in the Reader ......................................................................................... 1-8

Charging the Mobile Device Battery ........................................................................................ 1-9

Charging Temperature ............................................................................................................. 1-9

Battery Management ...................................................................................................................... 1-9

Low Battery Notification ........................................................................................................... 1-10

Battery Optimization ................................................................................................................. 1-10

Downloading Application Software ................................................................................................ 1-11

Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android ............................................................................. 1-11

Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 1-11

Installing the Software ........................................................................................................ 1-11

Chapter 2: USING the RFD8500i

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Using the Features on the RFD8500i ............................................................................................ 2-1

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Using Buttons and the Scan Trigger ........................................................................................ 2-1

LED and Beeper Indicators ...................................................................................................... 2-2

Near Field Communication (NFC) Based BT Connection ............................................................. 2-3

General NFC Application Implementation ................................................................................ 2-3

Pairing With the TC55 Using NFC ........................................................................................... 2-4

Using the Locate Device Bar Code .................................................................................... 2-4

Reading Tags ................................................................................................................................ 2-5

Transferring Data ........................................................................................................................... 2-5

Transferring Data in Batch Mode ............................................................................................. 2-5

Transferring Data via Bluetooth ............................................................................................... 2-5

Chapter 3: ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3-1

Using the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android ................................................................... 3-1

Pairing ...................................................................................................................................... 3-2

Pairing/Connection Scenarios ............................................................................................ 3-2

Demo Application Status Upon Connection ............................................................................. 3-6

Disconnecting .......................................................................................................................... 3-6

Demo Application Screens ....................................................................................................... 3-7

Home Screen ..................................................................................................................... 3-7

Rapid Read ........................................................................................................................ 3-8

Inventory ............................................................................................................................ 3-9

Locate Tag ................................................................................................................. ........ 3-11

Settings .............................................................................................................................. 3-12

Access Control ................................................................................................................... 3-24

Pre Filters ........................................................................................................................... 3-25

About .................................................................................................................................. 3-26

Chapter 4: 123SCAN

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Communication with 123Scan ....................................................................................................... 4-1

123Scan Requirements ................................................................................................................. 4-1

Appendix A: TROUBLESHOOTING, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS and MAINTENANCE

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... A-1

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................. A-1

Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................ A-2

Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................... A-2

Approved Cleanser Active Ingredients ..................................................................................... A-2

Harmful Ingredients .................................................................................................................. A-2

Cleaning Instructions ............................................................................................................... A-3

Special Cleaning Notes ............................................................................................................ A-3

Materials Required ........................................................................................................... ........ A-3

Cleaning Charge Connectors ................................................................................................... A-3

Cleaning Frequency ................................................................................................................. A-4

Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. A-4

RFD8500i ................................................................................................................................. A-4

Battery ...................................................................................................................................... A-4

Index

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Introduction

The RFD8500i reader provides Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) capabilities and is purpose-built to work with TC55 mobile computer. The unit can be used stand alone, or paired with a TC55 via NFC or Bluetooth®.

This guide provides information on using the RFD 85 0 0i an d its ac ces so rie s.

NOTES Some screens or windows shown in this guide may differ from the actual screens shown on the device.

This guide refers to screens and features from the Zebra RFID Mobile application. Refer to the corresponding feature in the partner application you are using.

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED

Introduction

This chapter provides the features of the RFD8 50 0i and explains how to set it up for the first time.

Unpacking

Carefully remove all protective material from the RFD8500i and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping. Verify the following items are in the box:

•

RFD8500i

•

4410 mAh Lithium-ion battery

•

Micro USB cable

•

Quick Start Guide (not included in Beta package)

•

Regulatory Guide (not included in Beta package).

Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, con tact the Zebra Support Ce nter immediately. See Service Information on page viii for contact information.

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RFD8500i Features

Figure 1-1

Features of the RFD8500i

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See Trigger and Button Operations on page 2-1 for more information about using the features.

Table 1-1

Number Item Description

Feature Descriptions

1 Mobile Computer Contacts Connects the mobile computer to the

RFD8500i to charge the mobile computer in

the charging accessory. 2 Battery Cover/Compartment Battery cover for the RFD8500i battery. 3 USB Port/Cover USB port. 4 Power Button Turns the RFD8500i on and off. 5 Power/Charging Indicator Reflects the power state of the RFD8500i. See

LED and Beeper Indicators on page 2-2

indicator descriptions. 6 Battery Cover Release Button Depress buttons (items 6 and 10) to remove

the battery cover. 7 Trigger Press to read tags. 8 RFID Antenna Compartment Houses RFID antenna. 9 Mobile Computer Tray Tray holds/secures the TC55 mobile computer.

10 Battery Cover Release Button Depress buttons (items 6 and 10) to remove

the battery cover.

for

11 Function Button This button should be used by System

Administrators only. It halts the boot process

when pressed in conjunction with the

button. Halting the boot process allows the

system engineer to recover devices with an

improper firmware image (i.e, devices that

cannot boot up).

Press

Mode

and

Bluetooth

simultaneously for three seconds to perform a

soft reset.

12 Bluetooth Button Turns Bluetooth on and off, and enables

discover mode.

13 Bluetooth Indicator Indicates the Bluetooth status. 14 Charging Contacts Connects to a charging accessory. 15 Operation Indicator

buttons

Power

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Setting Up the RFD8500i

To start using the RFD8500i for the first time with the TC55:

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Install the battery.

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Charge the RFD8500i.

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Power on the RFD8500i.

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Pair the RFD8500i to the TC55 via Bluetooth or NFC.

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Install the Andro id Demo Application, or the partner application.

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Set the region and power level (using the Demo Application, or the partner application).

Installing the Battery

To install the battery:

1. Depress both battery cover release buttons.

2. Slide back, and remove battery cover.

Figure 1-2

Removing the Battery Cover

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3. Align the three tabs on the bottom of the battery (Figure 5) with the three slots in the battery compartment.

Figure 1-3

4. Press the battery down and rotate until it locks into place.

Replace the battery cover by lowering the cover over the battery and sliding it forward until it locks in place.

Inserting the Battery

Figure 1-4

6. The RFD8500i automatically powers on when the battery is in place.

Replacing the Battery Cover

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Removing the Battery

To remove the battery:

1. If powered on, press the Power button to power off the RFD8500i.

2. Remove the battery cover as shown in Figure 1-2 on page 1-4

3. Use your fingers to press the battery down.

Figure 1-5

4. Rotate the battery out of the compartment.

5. Replace the battery cover as shown in Figure 1-4 on page 1-5

6. The RFD8500i automatically powers on when the battery is in place.

Removing the Battery

Inserting the TC55 on the RFD8500i

To insert the TC55:

1. Insert the top of the TC55 into the front of the mobile computer tray. The tray expands slightly.

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Figure 1-6

2. Lower the TC55 into the back of the mobile computer tray. The tray contracts and the mobile computer

locks into place.

Inserting the TC55

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Charging

Before using the RFD8500i for the first time, charge the battery until the LED Power/Charging Indicator turns solid green. To charge the RFD8500i, use the Micro USB cable, cup charger, or cradles. The One Slot and Four Slot Charge Only cradles can be used to charge any combination of devices including the RFD8500i and TC55.

Charging the Battery in the Reader

CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Management on page 1-9.

The Micro USB port on the RFD8500 is not intended for charging. The Micro USB port is for data transfer and firmware upgrading only. For daily charging, use the cable cup or charging cradles.

Figure 1-7

Charging Accessories - AC Charge Cable and USB Cable.

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Figure 1-8

Charging Accessories - AC Charge Cable, USB Cable, One Slot Cradle, and Four Slot Cradle

Charging the Mobile Device Battery

Follow the instructions in the mobile device User Guide for charging the battery in the mobile device.

Charging Temperature

Charge batteries in temperatures from 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F). The RFD85 00i indicates when charging is disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its power LED.

NOTE For safety reasons, ensure that the battery cover is properly installed.

When the battery is properly installed, the reader powers on and the power LED turns solid green.

Battery Management

Prior to checking the battery charge level, remove the RFD8500i from any AC power source (cradle or cable). To check the charge status of the main battery, the RFD8500i should be connected to the mobile computer over Bluetooth. When connected, run the appropriate Zebra RFID Mobile application and select Settings > Battery Status.

Battery status indicates that the battery is discharging and the battery level indicates the battery charge (as a percentage of fully charged). If using the partner application. refer to the partner application documentation.

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Low Battery Notification

When the reader has 20% battery remaining, the power LED becomes solid amber. No beeps sound When the battery State of Charge (SOC) is equal or less than 10%, the powe r LED is solid red and shor t beep

sounds repeat ONLY when the device is NOT connected to a charger AND when the unit is active (not in low power mode, or off mode).

When the reader has 5% battery remaining, the reader sounds high, medium, low beeps before automatically powering off.

Battery Optimization

The RFD8500i supports intelligent performance and battery optimizations for your application needs. An API is available to enable this setting. For more information refer to the RFD8500 RFID Developer Guide, p/n

MN002222AXX.

Downloading Application Software

Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android

Requirements

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The recommended Android version on the mobile computer is Kit Kat version 4.4.x.

•

Zebra Enterprise mobile computer - TC55.

Installing the Software

Install the Zebra RFID Mobile application for Android (or partner application) on the mobile computer from the Zebra website. The procedure to install the software in an Android device depends on the Android version.

To install the software:

1. Connect the An dr oid device to yo ur comp uter. It should be connected as MTP Device and should show as

a drive on your computer.

2. Go to Device Settings > Security and check Unknown Sources to allow installation of applications from

unknown sources.

3. Copy the .apk file to the mobile device.

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4. Go to Settings > Security and select Unknown sources.

5. Use File Manager to locate the .apk file in the folder to which you copied it in Step 3., and select it.

6. In the pop-up window, select the Android App installer.

7. The installation begins.

8. Before using the application, pair the Android device using the Android BT Settings (see Pairing With the

TC55 Using NFC on page 2-4). Paring is initiated by the Android device.

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Chapter 2 USING the RFD8500i

Introduction

This chapter includes information abou t LED an d be e p er indicators, NFC based Bluetooth connections and Bluetooth connections.

Using the Features on the RFD8500i

Using Buttons and the Scan Trigger

Table 2-1 shows the function s of the RF D8 50 0 i butt on s an d sca n trigg er.

Table 2-1

Start/Stop RFID Tag Read X n/a Turn RFD8500i ON/OFF X Hold the

Enable Bluetooth X Hold the

Disconnect Bluetooth X When connected with a mobile device, hold the

Trigger and Button Operations

Option

Scan

Trigger

Power Button

Button

Comments

Power

button for three seconds to

turn the RFD8500i OFF. Press the

RFD8500i ON.

turn on Bluetooth discovery. See

the TC55 Using NFC on page 2-4

information.

button for one second to disconnect from the current device and return it to discovery mode to connect with another device.

Power

button again to turn the

Bluetooth

button for one second to

Pairing With

for more

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Table 2-1

Turn Off Bluetooth X Hold the button for five seconds to turn off

Soft Reset the RFD8500i X Hold the

Reset Device to Factory Defaults

Trigger and Button Operations (Continued)

Option

Scan

Trigger

Power Button

X X Hold the

Button

Comments

Bluetooth.

Function

simultaneously for three seconds, then release to initiate the reset process.

Power

simultaneously for five seconds, then release to initiate the factory reset process.

and

Bluetooth

LED and Beeper Indicators

The LED and beeper indicators provide an indication of the operating statuses of the RFD8500i. (See

RFD8500i Features on page 1-2 for the location of indicators.)

Table 2-2

Power State Indicator (Power Button)

Status Indicators

Condition Power LED Beeper

buttons

Low battery (20%) Solid amber No beep Lower battery (10%) Solid red Short beep sounds repeated Suspend Solid red, then turn off High/medium/low Charging Blinking amber Short beep when charger is

connected

Charged Solid green One beep Charging error Fast blink red Three beeps Power on Green if battery charge > 20%

Amber if battery charge is between 10% - 20%

Red if battery charge < 10%

Decode/RFID Read Indicator

Good decode Solid green Short low beep Transmit error Solid amber for 2 seconds Four beeps for RFID read

Good RFID read Solid green (for each read) Short medium beep RFID error Amber No beep

Low/medium/high beeps

Other error message Solid red No beep

BT Indicator (BT Button)

BT off Off No beep

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Table 2-2

BT on/not connected Slow flash No beep BT discoverable Medium flash No beep BT on/pairing in process Fast flash No beep BT application connected Solid blue Short low high beep BT out of range Slow flash Short high low beep

Status Indicators (Continued)

Condition Power LED Beeper

Near Field Communication (NFC) Based BT Connection

NFC is a set of communication protocols that enable two electronic devices to establish communication by bringing them close to each other.

NFC facilitates quick and seamless pairing and connection of the RF8500i with a TC55 using the Bluetooth address of the reader.

For more details refer to the Bluetooth SIG Bluetooth Secure Simple Pairing Using NFC:

http://members.nfc-forum.org/apps/group_public/download.php/18688/NFCForum-AD-BTSSP_1_1.pdf

See Chapter 3, ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICA TION for ANDROID for Android documentation related to NFC.

General NFC Application Implementation

RFD8500i NFC tags are programmed with application/zeb.bluetooth.ep.oob custom mimety pe but it is fully Bluetooth format compliant NFC forum type 2 (includes BT device address and friendly name).

The application can define the intent filter in the launcher activity to automatically lau nch whenever an NFC tag is read by the RFD8500i reader.

<intent-filter> <action android:name="android.nfc.action.NDEF_DISCOVERED"/> <category android:name="android.intent.category.DEFAULT"/> <data android:mimeType="application/zeb.bluetooth.ep.oob"/> </intent-filter>

Also it can setup a foreground dispatcher to capture all NFC tag read events whenever the application is in the foreground.

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Pairing With the TC55 Using NFC

Pairing with the RFD8500i is completed from the Android Platform via Settings on the TC55. See Pa iring on

page 3-2 for additional information.

Prior to pairing the RFD8500i with the TC55 ensure the RFD8500i is charged.

IMPORTANT For successful pairing of the RFD8500i to the TC55, the yellow trigger on RFD8500i must be

pressed when the RFD8500i displays in the list of available discoverable devices, and the RFD8500i Bluetooth LED starts flashing fast. See the step-by-step instructions for pairing.

To pair with the TC55:

1. Power on the TC55.

2. Touch the Settings icon on the mobile device.

3. Turn Bluetooth on.

4. Select More and ensure the check box next to NFC is checked.

5. Insert the TC55 into the Mobile Computer Tray on the RFD8500i.

6. Launch the Zebra RFID Demo app for Android or your app that supports NFC pairing (as specified in the

RFD8500 RFID Developer Guide, p/n MN002222AXX).

7. The application initiates the pairing between TC55 and RFD8500i.

8. Press the RFD8500i trigger to pair when the Bluetooth LED starts flashing fast.

9. The application automatically connects to the RFD8500i and indicates when connection is complete.

NOTE Refer to the TC55 User Guide, p/n MN000015A, for detailed information about the device.

Using the Locate Device Bar Code

The Locate Device bar code appears on the RFD8500i under the ante nna compartment. When you pair several RFD8500i devices with your TC55 device via Bluetooth, use the serial number represented by the Locate Device bar code to identify a specific paired RFD8500i. The bar code can also be used for pairing. Refer to the RFD8500 RFID Developer Guide for details.

Reading Tags

To read tags, see the Zebra RFID Mobile App information in Chapter 3, ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION

for ANDROID.

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Figure 2-1

Reading Tags

Transferring Data

Transferring Data in Batch Mode

When the RFD8500i is configured to batch data, it is capable of reading RFID tag data without connection to a host device. It is recommended to stop reading functions before transferring the data via the Bluetooth interface. The Delay before data transmission in batch mode parameter in the 123Scan RFD8500i plug-in controls whether or not a delay should be enforced before transferring the data in HID mode. By default, this parameter is zero. RFID data is not transferred automatically in ZETI mode application using the gettags ZETI command. For more information, refer to the Zebra RFID Mobile App for Android and the developer guide.

Transferring Data via Bluetooth

By default, the RFD8500i operates in auto batch mode. In this mode the RFD8500i pushes RFID data after a read request is issued by the connected application. If the Bluetooth link quality degrades and breaks, the RFD8500i (in auto batch mode) is capable of moving automatically to batch mode while simultaneously allowing current RFID operations to be unaffected. If the Bluetooth connection is regained after the RFD8500i entered batch mode, see Transferring Data in Batch Mode above to offload the data acquired while the unit was operating in batch mode.

. Instead it has be requested by the

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Chapter 3 ZEBRA RFID MOBILE

APPLICATION for ANDROID

Introduction

This chapter describes the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android that can be used with the RFD8500i. When using a partner application, the features/functionality might vary. This application runs on Android mobile devices and demonstrates RFD8500i capability and tag operation

functionality. The application allows the user to navigate to all screens whether or not the device is connected to the

RFD8500i reader. The Settings screens display the application defaults when there is no connection to the reader . Wh en not conn ecte d, an atte mpt to pe rfor m any ope ra tion (Rapid Read, Inventory, Locate tag, Access Operations, Save Configuration, Battery Status) displays No Active Connection with Reader.

The user can navigate to all screens when the inventory/locate operation is in progress. When the oper ation is in progress, the device displays Operation in Progress if additional operations are initiated.

Using the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android

To use this application for RFID operations:

1. Ensure the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android is installed on the Android mobile device.

2. Pair the mobile device with the RFD8500i over Bluetooth (see Pairing With the TC55 Using NFC on page

2-4 and Pairing on page 3-2).

3. Launch the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android on the mobile device.

4. Select Settings > Readers List and select the RFD8500i device to connect.

5. Return to the Home screen and select Settings > Antenna. Power Level is set to 27.0 dBm by default.

Japan units are set to a different default power level depending on the SKU type.

6. Before using the device set the region in which the device is operating. To set the region, open the

application and select Settings > Regulatory (see Regulatory on page 3-19).

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Pairing

IMPORTANT Before trying to connect/pair the reader using the NFC feature, the NFC option must be enabled

from the application page and from the Android Settings screen.

Under typical conditions, when the RFD8500i detects an NFC tag, the demo application starts the pairing process automatically. Press the trigger on the RFD8500i to accept pairing and complete the process. There may be situations in which other conditions occur and additional user input is required to complete the pairing process (see Pairing/Connection Scenarios).

Figure 3-1

Automatic Pairing Message

Pairing/Connection Scenarios

The following scenarios describe circumstances that may require user input to pair/connect devices via the NFC tag.

TC55 Seated in the Mobile Computer Tray on the RFD8500i - Devices Not Paired

1. Launch the demo application manually.

2. When the demo application detects the RFD8500i NFC tag, the application tries to connect with device.

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3. Press the trigger on RFD8500 to complete connection.

Figure 3-2

Connection Successful

TC55 Not Seated in the Mobile Computer Tray on the RFD8500i - Devices Not Paired

When the demo application runs in the foreground on the TC55, move the RFD8500i into the range of the Android device. When the demo application detects th e RFD8500i NFC tag it reads the NFC tag and connects to the RFD8500i. The Connected to... message displays (Figure 3-2).

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RFD8500i and TC55 Paired/Connected - User Attempts to Connect Another TC55

When the RFD8500i is connected to a TC55 and the user attempts to pair/connect another TC55 the dialog shown in Figure 3-3 displays on the second TC55. Select Yes to disconnect the previously connected TC55 and connect to the new device. A disconnect message displays on the previously connected TC55.

Figure 3-3

Connection Already Exists

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RFD8500i and TC55 Connected But Retain Bluetooth Connection

When the TC55 is removed from the RFD8500i the user has the option to either retain the Blueto oth connection or disconnect. Select Yes to retain the connection and select No to disconnect the Bluetooth connection.

Figure 3-4

Connection Messages

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Battery Status Before Connection to

RFD8500i

Battery Status After Connection to

RFD8500i

Demo Application Status Upon Connection

The user can connect to the RFD8500i from any screen within the demo application. When the connection is successful, the current screen populates with the values from the RFD8500i. For example, Figure 3-5 shows the Battery screen before and after connection.

Figure 3-5

Connection Statuses

Disconnecting

When the RFD8500i moves out of the TC55 NFC read field range, the application prompts the user to retain the Bluetooth connection, or not (see Figure 3-4).

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Demo Application Screens

Home Screen

To access the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android, touch the RFID Reader icon ( ) on the mobile device to display the Home screen. Touch the RFID Reader icon again to display the RFID Reader Menu. Touch any menu item to access its screen.

Figure 3-6

Home and Menu Screens

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Start/Stop Toggle

Power Management Icon

Rapid Read

Touch Rapid Read from the Home or Menu screen.

Figure 3-7

The Rapid Read and Inventory screens display the following data (see Inventory on page 3-9).

•

Rapid Read and Inventory screens are two different views of the inventory operation on the reader. The start/stop functionality can be used interchangeably on both screens. For examp le, when the user starts the operation on the Rapid Read screen and navigates to the Inventory screen, the button available on the Inventory screen is STOP. The same is true when the operation starts on the Inventory screen. During the rapid read process the user can navigate to the Inventory screen to view tag details along with tag counts for each tag. The statistics displayed are maintained on the Rapid Read and Inventory screens regar dless of the screen used to start the process.

Touch START to start the rapid read inventory operation. Touch STOP to stop.

Moving to another screen does not halt the operation. However, attempting to make changes or perform another operation while rapid read is in process results in an error.

Rapid Read Screen

Total tag count Read time (mm:ss) Tag read rate (ta g s/sec) Unique tag count (displays in the center of screen).

NOTE The scan trigger on the RFD8500i can also start and stop the inventory operation. Press the trigger to

start, and press again to stop.

Inventory

Power Management Icon

Content Area

Start/Stop Toggle

Memory

Bank

Search Icon

Touch Inventory from the Home or Menu screen.

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Figure 3-8

Inventory Screen

Tag reading can be started and stopped on this screen as well as on the Rapid Read screen (see Rapid Read

on page 3-8). When the process starts, tag information displays on the screen.

Touch START to start the rapid read inventory operation. The button changes to STOP. Touch it to stop the read inventory operation.

NOTE The scan trigger on the RFD8500i can also start and stop the inventory operation. Press the trigger to

start, and press again to stop.

The tag ID selected displays on the Locate Tag screen when navigating to that screen (see Locate Tag on

page 3-11).

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Inventory Screen Features

Table 3-1

Action Bar

Tags Touch the Memory Bank section and select one of the following memory bank options

Search Touch the Search icon and enter a

Power Management Icon indicates if Dynamic Power is on. See

Features on the Inventory Screen

Item Description

from the drop-down menu:

•

None - Defaults to EPC.

•

User - Allows reading user memory bank data when the tag is inventoried.

•

Reserved - Allows reading reserved memory bank data when the tag is

inventoried.

•

TID - Allows reading TID memory bank data when the tag is inventoried.

•

EPC - Allows reading EPC memory bank data when the tag is inventoried.

When the next inventory operation starts, the details from the selected memory bank displays. This menu is inactive if there is an ongoing operation on the connected reader.

Default Display: None.

tag ID. Tags that match the entry display in the

content area.

Power Management on page 3-21

Touch the Power Management icon to open the Battery Status screen

Content Area (select a tag)

Touching a Tag ID highlights the tag. The highlighted Tag ID is populated on the Tag Location text area as well as the Tag Pattern area in the Access Control screen. Touch

START

From this scree return to the Menu or go to the Home screen and select Locate Tag. The tags displayed in this area are based on the option selected from the memory

bank. Touch the tag ID to expand details about the tag. Touch the tag ID again to collapse details.

Example Default Tag Display:

Tag ID Tag Count AD99 1540419072596540040 4

Example Expanded Tag Display: Note

Memory bank data is shown only when inventory is complete. Tag ID Tag Count AD99 1540419072596540040 4 EPC MEMORY 3000 RSSI

-50 Phase 1800 USER 1122334455667788AABBCCDDEEFF 1122334455667788AABBCCDDEEFF 1122334455667788AABBCCDDEEFF

to start searching for the tag. See

: Expanded tag detail can only display when the inventory operation is stopped.

Locate Tag on page 3-11

for more details.

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 11

Start/Stop Toggle

Text Area

Power Management Icon

Locate Tag

Touch Locate Tag from the Home or Menu screen.

Figure 3-9

Locate Tag Screen

On this screen, enter the Tag ID in the text area or select a tag from the Inventory screen to pre-populate the Tag ID to search.

Touch START to start the locate tag operation. Touch STOP to stop. The RFD8500i trigge r can also be used to start and stop the operation.

NOTE The scan trigger on the RFD8500i can also start and stop the inventory operation. Press the trigger to

start, and press again to stop.

The color bar on the display shows the relative distance of the tag. When the locate tag operation starts, moving to another screen does not stop the operation until Stop is

pressed.

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Settings

Touch Settings from the Home or Menu screen.

Figure 3-10

Table 3-2

Settings Option Description Page

Readers List Displays all previous and new RFD8500i readers with which t he

Application Displays reader connection, notification, and data export

Antenna Displays antenna power lever and link profile. Singulation Control Displays Session, Tag Population, Inventory State and SL Flag. Start\Stop Triggers Allows Tag Reporting Support for reporting unique tags as part of Tag reporting

Regulatory Allows region and channel selections. Battery Displays the RFD8500i battery status.

Settings Screen

Settings Screen Options

mobile device paired.

settings.

options.

ST ART

and

STOP

button control.

3-13

3-14

3-15 3-16 3-17 3-18

3-19 3-20

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Table 3-2

Power Management Turns Dynamic Power Optimization on and off. Beeper Use to turn the beeper on/off, and set volume. Save Configuration Allows the user to save all settings: Antenna, Singulation, Tag

Settings Screen Options

Settings Option Description Page

3-21 3-22

3-23

Reporting, START/STOP trigger, Be eper Volume, and Regulatory.

when the user changes anything.

Note:

The settings are also automatically saved

Readers List

From the Settings screen, touch Readers List.

Figure 3-11

This screen displays all available Bluetooth paired RFD8500i readers. The list includes the readers’ serial and model numbers.

Touch a reader name from the list to establish a session with the selected reader; touch again to terminate the session. Touching a second reader in the list disconnects the currently connected reader and attempts to establish a connection to the newly selected reader.

Settings - Readers List Screen

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Application

From the Settings screen, touch Application.

Figure 3-12

The application always detects readers that were paired over Bluetooth.

•

Settings - Application Screen

Auto Reconnect Reader: When checked, the application does not attempt to reconnect to the reader if the connection is lost within the session.

NFC: When checked, the application uses the NFC tag to connect to the reader via Bluetooth. By default the Reader Battery Status notification is enabled. Export Data: When checked, the application writes the inventoried RFID data to a file when the inventory

operation stops. On Android platform s the file is saved in a fixed directory. The user can check files in file browsing in the Inventory directory (Sdcard/inventory/<files>), and these files can be copied to a PC.

Tag List Match Mode

When checked this application groups the inventories tags as matching, missing, and unknown based on the set of tags present in the Taglist.csv file.

The Taglist.csv file should be placed at the root of the phone storage inside the rfid folder (in csv format).

NOTES 1. The folder name must be all lower case (i.e., rfid and not RFID).

2. For more information about Tag List Match Mode, refer to the RFD8500 User Guide p/n/ MN002065AXX.

Antenna

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 15

Figure 3-13

This screen displays:

•

The Power Level and Link Profile are blank when there is no connection to the reader.

Settings - Antenna

Power Level displays the current selection and includes a drop-down list of available power levels (as

reported by RFD8500i). 27.0 dBm is the default setting, and it is shown as 270 because the value used is in units of tens of dBm. Japan units are set to a different default power level depending on the SKU type.

The minimum power level when DPO is enabled (dynamic power optimization) is 3.1 d Bm. When DPO is disabled, the minimum power level is 0 dBm.

Link Profile displays the current selection and includes a drop -down list of available link pr ofiles (reported by RFD8500i).

Link Profile display format is as follows: Return link bit data rate in bis per second (e.g., 60000 -> 60 Kbs); Miller Value (e.g., MV_4 -> Miller 4); modulation type (PR ASK is the only one supported); PIE value has no units and is either 1.5 or 2 (e.g., 1.5 -> 1500 and 2 -> 2000); minimum Tari value in thousands of micro seconds (e.g., 6250 -> 6.25 microseconds); maximum Tari value in thousands of micro seconds; Tari step value in thousands of micro seconds. If the step value is zero, then Tari is fixed for this link profile. If the step size is non zero, then the default Tari value is the minimum value.

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Singulation Control

Figure 3-14

Use this screen to view/configure the singulation control settings for each antenna.

•

All values can be selected from the drop-down lists.

Settings - Singulation Control

Session options. The drop-down list includes the available options (S0, S1, S2, S3). Tag Population. A numeric value of the estimated number of tags in the Field of View (FOV). Values

shown are 30,100,200,300,400,500,600. Inventory State options. State A & State B, AB FLIP SL flag options: ALL, DEASSERTED, ASSERTED

Start\Stop Triggers

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 17

Figure 3-15

The Start Trigger Periodic displays the Period input box allowing the user to enter the period in milliseconds. The Stop Trigger Duration, Tag Observation and N attempts displays numeric value input boxes. All time

entries are in milliseconds. If the user does not enter all the required details for saving trigger s to the reader, the application does not save

the trigger settings to the reader. Required input for Start/Stop Trigger settings:

•

Settings - Start/Stop Triggers

Start Trigger

• Immediate.

• Hand-held - User should select either the Trigger Pressed or Trigger Released check box.

• Periodic - User should enter the period of time in milliseconds.

Stop Trigger

• Immediate.

• Hand-held - User should select either the Trigger Pressed or Trigger Released check box along with

Timeout in milliseconds.

• Duration - User should enter duration in milliseconds.

• Tag Observation - User should enter the tag count along with timeout in milliseconds.

• N Attempts - User should enter the number of attempts along with timeout in milliseconds.

If the start trigger type is HH trigger (pressed or released) or Periodic, the application sets the repeat for the operation to ensure the use case if repeated operations can be demonstrated.

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Tag Reporting

These selections drive what the user sees on the Inventory screen.

Figure 3-16

Table 3-3

PC Select to allow reporting the PC as part of the Tag Data. RSSI Selection indicates whether or not the RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indication)

Phase Select to indicate whether or not the Phase is reported as part of the Tag Data. Channel Index Select to indicate whether or not the Regulatory Channel Index is rep orte d as par t

Settings - Tag Reporting

Tag Reporting Screen Options

Option Description

is reported as part of the Tag Data.

of the Tag Data.

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Table 3-3

Tag Seen Count Select to indicate whether or not the Tag Seen Count is reported as part of the Tag

Batch Mode Settings Batch mode settings can be configured for one of the following:

Report Unique Tags When checked this option configures the reader to report unique tags. In this mode

Tag Reporting Screen Options (Continued)

Option Description

Data.

•

Disable -Tags are reported in real time as they are inventoried. No data is preserved if the application disconnects.

•

Enable - Tags are not reported in real time. The inventory must be stopped, and the getTags command must be issued to get the Tag Data.

•

Auto - Tags are reported in real time as the long as the application that started the inventory is still connected. On application disconnect the Tag Data is stored on the reader, and the application can connect and get the tags using the getTags command.

once a tag is reported it is not reported back unless the tags are purged from the reader.

Regulatory

Figure 3-17

The region drop-down displays the current region to which the device is set. Choose the correct region before using the device.

•

Settings - Regulatory

Channel selection is allowed only for the regions that allow channel setting. Supported regions are reported by the RFD8500i.

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•

If the region is not configured on the RFD8500i the Regulatory screen is the first screen displayed after connecting to the RFD8500i.

Battery

Figure 3-18

This screen displays the status of the battery in the RFD8500i.

•

Settings - Battery

Level is 100% (in green): Status: Battery is fully charged. Charging (in green): Status: Charging. Discharging (in green): Status: Discharging. Critical (in red): Status: Battery Level is Critical. Low (in red): Status: Battery Level Low. Reader is not connected (in grey): No Active Connection.

Power Management

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 21

Figure 3-19

Settings - Power Management

This screen provides an option to enable Dynamic Power Optimization (DPO) in the reader. Enabling DPO enhances battery life when performing inventory operations.

NOTE DPO is enabled by default. With DPO enabled, access operations and filters/singulation setting changes

do not take effect.

If Dynamic Power is on, a green battery icon appears in the title bar of the application. Clicking on this opens the Battery Status screen.

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Beeper

Figure 3-20

This screen displays the current beeper settings. The user can turn the beeper off (by unchecking the Sled Beeper check box), or set the volume to High, Medium or Low.

Settings - Beeper

Save Configuration

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 23

Figure 3-21

This screen can be used to save the settings and get a snapshot of current settings on the RFD8500i. The settings persist on RFD8500i until the user performs a hard reset of the unit. The Tag Pattern area is automatically filled in when a tag is selected/highlighted in the Inventory screen.

Settings - Save Configuration

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Access Control

NOTE DPO must be disabled from the Power Management screen to allow access operation functionality.

Figure 3-22

Access Control Screens - Read/Write; Lock; Kill

Read/Write

•

Tag ID & Password values are in hex. Tag ID is edited.

•

Memory Bank options: EPC, RESERVED, TID and USER.

•

Offset and Length values are in 16-bit words.

•

Access operation screen maintains edited tag ID.

Lock

Lock privilege options:

•

Read and Write

•

Permanent Lock

•

Permanent Unlock

•

Unlock.

Kill

Permanently renders the tag unusable. A kill password must be provided.

Pre Filters

NOTE DPO must be disabled from the Power Management screen to allow Pre Filter functionality.

ZEBRA RFID MOBILE APPLICATION for ANDROID 3 - 25

Figure 3-23

Pre Filters Screen

Options

•

Memory Bank: EPC, TID and USER.

•

Offset: Offset in the memory bank is specified in words.

•

Action:

• INV A NOT INV B or ASRT_SL_NOT_DSRT_SL

• INV A or ASRT SL

• NOT INV B or NOT DSRT SL

• INV A2BB2A NOT INV A or NEG SL NOT ASRT SL

• INV B NOT INV A or DSRT SL NOT ASRT SL

• INV B or DSRT SL

• NOT INV A or NOT ASRT SL

• NOT INV A2BB2A or NOT NEG SL

•

Target: SESSION S0, SESSION S1, SESSION S2, SESSION S3 & SL FLAG.

Up to two Pre Filters can be enabled.

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About

Figure 3-24

This screen displays version information as reported by the RFD8500i.

About Screen

Chapter 4 123SCAN

Introduction

123Scan is an easy-to-use, PC-based software tool that enables the quick and ea sy setup of Zebra scann er s, and the RFD8500i reader.

123Scan uses a wizard tool to guide users through a st reamlined set up process. Once par ameters are set, the values are saved to a configuration file that can be distributed via e-mail, electronically downloaded via a USB cable. 123Scan can generate multiple reports that can be easily re-branded using Microsoft Word or Access. Report options include programmed parameters, and asset tracking information.

Additionally , 123Scan ca n upgrade RFD8500i firmwar e, automatically check online to enable support for newly released products, and stage scanners simultaneously via USB hub(s).

Communication with 123Scan

To communicate with the 123Scan program which runs on a host computer running a Windows XP SP2, Windows 7, and Windows 8 operating system, use a USB cable to connect the device to the host computer.

123Scan Requirements

•

Host computer with Windows.

•

USB cable.

•

RFD8500i.

•

Plug-ins:

• Configuring RFD8500i requires only the RFD8500i plug-in. For more information on123Scan, go to: http://www.zebra.com/123scan For a 1 minute tour of 123Scan, go to: http://www.zebra.com/ScannerHowToVideos. To download 123Scan software and access the Help file integrated in the utility, go to:

www.zebra.com/scannersoftware

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Appendix A TROUBLESHOOTING,

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS and MAINTENANCE

Introduction

This chapter includes instructions on clea nin g and maintenance, troubleshooting solutions for potential problems, and the web address for technical specifications.

Troubleshooting

NOTE Always ensure the battery cover and battery are properly installed.

Table A-1

Amber power LED turns on, or red power LED blinks.

Reader does not fully charge.

Bluetooth LED turns off. Reader is out of range of the

Unable to pair the RFD8500i with the mobile device.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Battery is low. Charge the battery. See

Attempt to charge on a non-powered USB hub.

Bluetooth host. Bluetooth is off on the

mobile device. Bluetooth on the RFD8500i

is off. NFC on the TC55 is off. Enable NFC on the TC55.

Charging the Battery in

the Reader on page 1-8

Connect the reader to a powered USB power adapter (5V, 1.2A max).

Move closer to the host and press any key to re-pair with the host.

Turn on Bluetooth on the mobile device.

Turn on Bluetooth on the RFD8500i.

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Table A-1

Unable to discover the RFD8500i.

No RFID data displays in the application on the mobile computer when the RFD8500i starts reading.

Device does not boot up. Press the

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions

Technical Specifications

RFD8500i is turned off. Turn on the RFD8500i. RFD8500i is not in discover

mode. Batch mode is enabled. In the Batch mode setting, set RFD8500i to Auto or

Press the RFD8500i into discover mode.

Disable from the Tag Reporting screen.

simultaneously to halt the boot process and recover devices with an improper firmware image (i.e, devices that cannot boot up).

Press simultaneously for three seconds to perform a soft reset.

Bluetooth

Function

button for 1 second to put the

and

Power

buttons

and

Bluetooth

buttons

For the latest technical specification information for the RFD8500i, visit: http://www.zebra.com/RFD8500i.

Cleaning

CAUTION Always wear eye protection.

Read warning label on compressed air and alcohol product before using. If you have to use any other solution for medical reasons please contact Motorola for more

information.

WARNING! Avoid exposing this product to contact with hot oil or other flammable liquids. If such

exposure occurs, unplug the device and clean the product immediately in accordance with these guidelines.

Approved Cleanser Active Ingredients

100% of the active ingredients in any cleaner must consist of one or some combination of the following: isopropyl alcohol, bleach/sodium hypochlorite, hydrogen peroxide or mild dish soap.

Harmful Ingredients

The following chemicals are known to damage the plastics on the RFD8500i and mo bile computers and should not come in contact with the device: ammonia solutions, compounds of amines or

ammonia; acetone; ketones; ethers; aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons; acqueous or alcoholic alkaline solutions; ethanolamine; toluene; trichloroethylene; benzene; carbolic acid and TB-lysoform.

TROUBLESHOOTING, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS and MAINTENANCE A - 3

Cleaning Instructions

Do not apply liquid directly to the RFD8500i and mob ile computers. Dampen a soft cloth or use pre-moistened wipes. Do not wrap the device in the cloth or wipe, but gently wipe the unit. Be careful not to let liquid pool around the display window or other places. Allow the unit to air dry before use.

IMPORTANT Do not clean the device or expose it to rain or moisture when the battery cover is removed. Without

the battery cover, the device is not water/dust sealed.

Special Cleaning Notes

Many vinyl gloves contain phthalate additives, which are often not recommended for medical use and are known to be harmful to the housing of the RFD8500i and mobile computers. The RFD8500i should not be handled while wearing vinyl gloves containing phthalates, or befo re hand s are washed to rem ove contaminan t residue after gloves are removed. If products containing an y of the harmful ingredients listed above are used prior to handling the RFD8500i, such as hand sanitizer that contain ethanolamine, hands must be completely dry before handling the RFD8500i to prevent damage to the plastics.

Materials Required

•

Alcohol wipes

•

Lens tissue

•

Cotton tipped applicators

•

Isopropyl alcohol

•

Can of compressed air with a tube.

Cleaning Charge Connectors

To clean the connectors on a cradle:

1. Remove the DC power cable from the cradle.

2. Dip the cotton portion of the cotton tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol.

3. Rub the cotton portion of the cotton tipped applicator along the pins of the connector. Slowly move the

applicator back-and-forth from one side of the connector to the other. Do not let any cotton residue on the connector.

4. All sides of the connector should also be rubbed with the cotton tipped applicator.

5. Spray compressed air in the connector area by pointing the tube/nozzle about ½ inch away from the

surface.

CAUTION Do not point nozzle at yourself and others, ensure the nozzle or tube is pointed away from your face.

6. Ensure that there is no lint left by the cotton tipped applicator, remove lint if found.

7. If grease and other dirt can be found on other ar eas of the cradle, use lint free cloth and alcohol to remove.

8. Allow at least 10 to 30 minutes (depending on ambient temperature a nd humidity) fo r th e al co hol to air dr y

before applying power to cradle. If the temperature is low and humidity is high, longer drying time is required. Warm temperature and dry

humidity requires less drying time.

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Cleaning Frequency

The cleaning frequency is up to the customer’s discretion due to the varied environments in which the mobile devices are used. They may be cleaned as frequently as required.

Maintenance

For trouble-free service, observe the tips that follow when using the device.

RFD8500i

•

Although the device is water and dust resistant, do not expose it to rain or moisture for an extended period of time. In general, treat the device as a pocket calculator or other small electronic instrument.

•

Do not clean the device or expose it to rain or moisture when the battery is removed. Without the battery, the device is not water/dust sealed.

•

Do not drop the device or subject it to strong impact.

•

Protect the device from temperature extremes. Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day, and keep it away from heat sources.

•

Do not store or use the device in any location that is extremely dusty, damp, or wet.

•

Do not use window cleaning solution. Use a soft cloth dampened with a 50/50 solution of isopropyl alcohol and water. See Cleaning on page A-2.

•

Do not allow the solution to form a pool of liquid anywhere on the screen or device.

•

Do not use a large amount of solution to cause the device to remain wet.

Battery

WARNING! Do not store the device with the battery installed. Doing so long term may cause irreversible

harm to the battery. Always stor e th e ba tte ry removed from the device. If a battery is installed during long term storage, it may discharge to point at which it cannot be recovered.

Even when stored separately from device it is impo rtant to follow industry standard guidelines. When batteries are stored over a year, battery cell manufacturers advise that some irreversible deterioration in overall battery quality may occur. To minimize this loss, they recommend storing batteries half charged in a dry, cool place between 41° and 77°F (5° and 25°C), the cooler the better . Batteries should be charge d to half capacity at least once a year. In order to charge a battery to half capacity, take a fully discharged battery and charge it for two hours. If an electrolyte leakage is observed, avoid any contact with the affected area and properly dispose of the battery.

INDEX

accessories

cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii-vi

charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii-vi

cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii-vi

antenna housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

applications

download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

RFID for android

about screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

access control screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20

beeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

home screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

inventory screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

locate tag screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

pre filters screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

rapid read screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

readers list screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

regulatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

save configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

settings screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

singulation control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

start/stop triggers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

tag reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

using RFID for android . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

optimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

battery cover release buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

beeper

indicators

conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

bluetooth

bluetooth button/indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

disconnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

out of range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

buttons

battery cover release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

charging

accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8, 1-9

contacts for the mobile computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

contacts for the RFD8500i . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

charging battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

charging indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

cradle accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii-vi

battery

charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

data transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

downloading software

android application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

dpo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10, 3-13, 3-21

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features

buttons, indicators, parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

led and beeper indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

using buttons and scan trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

function button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3, A-2

installing battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

led indicators

bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4

mounting mobile device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

USB port/cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

using

RFID for android . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4, 3-2

power button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

power indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10, 3-13, 3-21

powering on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

reading tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

removing battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

reset

soft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

RFID antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

soft boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

software

installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

tag reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

transferring data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

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MN-002761-02 Revision A - November 2019

Zebra RFD8500i User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Chapter 1 GETTING STARTED

Introduction

Unpacking

RFD8500i Features

Setting Up the RFD8500i

Installing the Battery

Removing the Battery

Inserting the TC55 on the RFD8500i

Charging

Charging the Battery in the Reader

Charging the Mobile Device Battery

Charging Temperature

Battery Management

Low Battery Notification

Battery Optimization

Downloading Application Software

Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android

Requirements

Installing the Software

Chapter 2 USING the RFD8500i

Introduction

Using the Features on the RFD8500i

Using Buttons and the Scan Trigger

LED and Beeper Indicators

Near Field Communication (NFC) Based BT Connection

General NFC Application Implementation

Pairing With the TC55 Using NFC

Using the Locate Device Bar Code

Reading Tags

Transferring Data

Transferring Data in Batch Mode

Transferring Data via Bluetooth

Introduction

Using the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android

1. Ensure the Zebra RFID Mobile Application for Android is installed on the Android mobile device.

Pairing

Pairing/Connection Scenarios

TC55 Seated in the Mobile Computer Tray on the RFD8500i - Devices Not Paired

TC55 Not Seated in the Mobile Computer Tray on the RFD8500i - Devices Not Paired

RFD8500i and TC55 Paired/Connected - User Attempts to Connect Another TC55

RFD8500i and TC55 Connected But Retain Bluetooth Connection

Demo Application Status Upon Connection

Disconnecting

Demo Application Screens

Home Screen

Rapid Read

Inventory

Inventory Screen Features

Locate Tag

Settings

Readers List

Application

Tag List Match Mode

Antenna

Singulation Control

Start\Stop Triggers

Tag Reporting

Regulatory

Battery

Power Management

Beeper

Save Configuration

Access Control

Read/Write

Lock

Kill

Pre Filters

Options

About

Chapter 4 123SCAN

Introduction

Communication with 123Scan

123Scan Requirements

Introduction

Troubleshooting