3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 User’s Guide V1.4.5 October 28, 2014 © 3M 2014. All Rights Reserved. 3M is a trademark of 3M. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability The content of this manual is for information use only and is subject to change without notice. 3M assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication.
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Preface Preface Intended audience This document is intended for those who wish to setup and operate the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204.
Preface What’s New in this Version Version 1.4 updates the Reader Setup Wizard, Reader Startup Tool, Reader Test Tool, Reader Diagnostic Tool, and the Reader Configuration Tool. Additional product use and safety information has been added.
Preface Product Use Statement Product Use: Many factors beyond 3M’s control and uniquely within user’s knowledge and control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s method of application.
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Contents Table of Contents 1 Reader Overview ................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1. Reader Hardware ................................................................................................................................. 1 1.2. Reader Software ...................................................................................................................................
Contents 5 Reader Operation .............................................................................................................................. 22 5.1. Basic Operation with RST ................................................................................................................. 22 5.2. Deployed Reader Operation with RCT ............................................................................................ 24 6 Reader Startup Tool (RST) .......................................
Contents 7.3. Expert Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 62 7.3.1. Expert Configuration – Setup ..................................................................................................62 7.3.2. Expert Configuration – Tag.....................................................................................................63 7.3.3. Expert Configuration – Version .......................................
Contents A Using the Wiegand Interface ........................................................................................................... 96 A.1. Overview ................................................................................................................................. 96 A.2. Wiegand Protocol .................................................................................................................... 96 A.3. Wiegand Applications .............................................
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview 1 1.1. Reader Overview Reader Hardware The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) System that operates in the 860–960 MHz UHF band. The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region (for example: FCC Part 90). Figure 1 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 As shown in the following figure, the 6204 supports four Tx/Rx antennas (not shown).
1 2 1.2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview Reader Software The 6204 is shipped with two software applications that you can use to configure and control the reader. Reader Startup Tool (RST) (RST) The RST is a Microsoft Windows based application you install on your computer. With RST, you can view all readers on your network. After selecting a reader, you can modify its communication, network, and operational parameters. You can also read tags, review tag data, and perform diagnostics.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation 2 Safety Information Please read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to the use of this RFID Interrogator/Reader product. Retain these instructions for future reference. 2.1.
1 2 3 4 5 2.4. 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Installation and Service Technician Warnings and Cautions WARNING: WARNING To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, fire and impact: • Installation and service of 3M Toll RFID Reader systems is to be performed by qualified installation personnel. • Installation and service activities must be in compliance with all applicable building and electrical codes. • Inspect all system components at least every 6 months. 2.4.1.
1 2 3 4 5 2.4.2. 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Reader System Related WARNING: To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire: • Always disconnect AC power from the power supply unit when connecting or disconnecting components of the system. • System modification and service by 3M authorized personnel only. WARNING: To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, and nonionizing radiation exposure: • Do not modify or attempt to service the Reader System.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation WARNING: To reduce the risks associated with hazardous temperature and fire WARNING related to the power supply: • Do not cover ventilation holes in power supply. • Leave sufficient space around the power supply for cooling. • Do not mount directly above a heat source. • Disconnect unit from power before installation, maintenance, service, or modification. • Do not use in wet or damp locations. • Do not use near flames.
1 2 3 4 5 NOTICE: 2.5. Reader Equipment Installation Do not use 6204 with wire harness from previous reader installations. Power pins have been moved. Do not use solvents or harsh cleaners on radome or antennas. RF Safety NOTICE: 2.6. 6 7 8 9 The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 UHF Reader is equipped with four (4) RF ports.
1 2 3 4 5 2.7. 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Regulatory Compliance NOTICE: 2.7.1. The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation 3 3.1. Reader Equipment Installation Mechanical Installation The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is available with two mounting flanges suitable for most pole and wall mount applications. Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum static load of 11.0 pounds (5 kg) plus any additional live load due to environmental conditions.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation To mount the 6204 assembly, refer to Figure 3 and perform the following: 10 1 Prepare the mounting surface to accept the 10 mounting bolts. The hole pattern should match that shown in Figure 3 and the mounting surface must be able to support 11 lbs (5 kg). 2 Mount the reader. 3 Locate the Interface Cable. 4 Connect the cable to the reader’s bulk head connector and twist to lock in place. 5 Connect the antenna cables (see Figure 4).
1 2 3.2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Electrical Installation A general installation diagram is shown in the following figure. Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information. Installation Notice Installation of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is only to be performed by trained, 3M approved personnel.
1 2 3 3.2.1. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Connecting the Serial Port The 6204 RS-232 serial port provides communication up to 115200 Baud. This port is accessed through the bulkhead connector on the reader. If you are using the serial port for reader communication, connect a serial cable from the COM port on your PC to the serial port on the reader. See Figure 2 for location of the connector. Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector. 3.2.2.
1 2 3 3.2.4. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Connecting the Power The 6204 operates on 24 Vdc ±5% provided through the bulkhead connector on the rear of the reader. The bulkhead power connections are as follows. Note that both pairs must be connected.
1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation 4 4.1. Installing RST RST Software The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is delivered with a Microsoft Windows application called Reader Startup Tool (RST). You can use this application to initially configure your reader as well as read and display tag data. NOTE: The product CD provided with your reader contains a setup file called setup.exe.
1 2 4 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Select Setup Type. Press Next>. 5 Monitor the progress of the installation. 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 User’s Guide RST Software Installation 5 Press Install. 6 After the installation completes, press Finish.
1 2 4.2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Windows 7 Setup If you have a Windows 7 operating system, your firewall may block UDP traffic and consequently RST may not discover your readers. Perform the following to configure your system: For Microsoft Firewall 1 Log into your computer as Administrator. 2 Navigate to the Control Panel and select Control Panel → System and Security. 3 Select Allow a program through Windows firewall.
1 2 4.3. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Reader Startup To begin using your reader, open the RST application. Open RST 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST) NOTE: Earlier versions of Microsoft Windows™ may not provide the Security Alert popup. IF RST does not discover your reader, check your Windows Firewall/Security settings. 2 If this is the first time starting the RST application, you may receive a Windows Security Alert.
1 2 4.4. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Initial Reader Setup To configure a specific reader, perform the following: Reader Setup 1 Select the reader on the main RST page by clicking the button to the left of the reader Mac address. 2 Press the button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu. 3 The Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed.
1 2 3 4 Login Page The reader Login Page is only displayed when the default login is set to guest. Readers leave the factory with a default login of admin. Therefore, you will not see the login screen if you have not configured your reader. Region Selection The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region. As a result your region selections may be different from those shown in this manual. Note that Region Selection is not user configurable.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 7 Select the protocol of the tags you will be reading and press Next>. 8 Select the antennas you will be installing and press Next>. 9 Estimate the number of tags that will be presented to the reader at any one time and press Next>. Custom Setup If your installation type differs from one of the choices shown in the Setup Wizard, you can always customize your setup later using the embedded web interface capability.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Saving Reader Setup Reader setup information should be saved as a profile. In the event that you need to reboot or power down a reader, the reader setup can be quickly reloaded by loading the profile. If you don’t save the reader setup, you can lose the information if the reader is rebooted. 10 It is highly recommended that you save the reader setup as a profile.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation Reader Operation 5 5.1. Basic Operation with RST The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 can be operated either from the RST application or by logging directly into the reader’s embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To operate the reader from RST, perform the following: Open RST 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST) Customize the display Customize your RST display by clicking and dragging the columns.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation 3 The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is displayed. 4 Login to the reader. From the pull-down menu select Reader→Login…. 5 For administrator login, select admin. The initial password (Pwd) is readeradmin. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide for instructions on how to use the reader.set_pwd command to change the password. 6 Verify the Operating Mode is set to Active. From the pull-down menu select Operating Mode→Active.
1 2 5.2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation Deployed Reader Operation with RCT Once your readers are deployed, you can access them directly using the embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To access a particular reader, perform the following: 24 1 Enter the reader’s IP address into your web browser, press the button on the RST tool bar or select Configure from the Tools pull-down menu. 2 The reader’s RCT interface is displayed. 3 Log into the reader. Press Login for the login screen.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation 7 Select Advanced Functions →Change Operating Mode to verify the reader is in the proper mode. 8 Select Basic Configuration →Set Tag Protocol to verify the reader is configured for the proper tag protocol. 9 Press System Status →View Tags to view tag data. 10 If you need to configure additional changes to your reader, refer to Chapter 7 – Reader Configuration Tool for information on using RCT to adjust configuration variables and parameters.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 6 Reader Startup Tool (RST) The Reader Startup Tool (RST) provides an easy-to-use interface for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 configuration and operation functions. This application resides on your Windows based computer and allows you to perform the following: 6.1.
1 2 6.2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard The Reader Setup Wizard is used to initially configure your reader for operation. With this application, you can select the following: Installation type Regulatory region and sub-region Protocol Number of antennas Estimated tag volume To initially configure your reader perform the following: 1 Press the button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu.
1 2 6.3. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Customize Discovery Options You can customize the reader discovery options including the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address. Listen Address – Address that RST uses to listen for UDP discovery packets from the reader. This is customizable on the reader. Request Multicast Address –Address used by RST to send out the UDP update request packets. This is customizable on the reader.
1 2 6.4. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings 1 From the RST main page, press the 2 Verify the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway are correct. 3 If Method: DHCP is selected these fields will be locked. 4 If required, change the values. 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 User’s Guide button.
1 2 3 6.5. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Reader Test Tool (RTT) The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is primarily designed for new users to test reader operation and perform a few basic reader functions. With RTT, you can perform the following: Read tags Issue commands to the reader and view the responses Run macros Observe reader events To access the Reader Test Tool, select a reader and press on the RST tool bar or select Test from the Tools pull-down menu. 6.5.1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Login to Reader To login to the reader, perform the following: 1 From the pull-down menu, select Reader→Login…. 2 Select the type of Login from the pull down. The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin. 3 Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin as the password if you logged in as admin. 4 Press OK.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Select Protocol NOTE Certain protocols require licensing and may not be available. Contact 3M for more information. You can activate one or more protocols on the 6204 using RST. From the pull-down menu, select Protocols→. Active protocols are indicated by . Antenna Selection You can select the ports that have antennas connected and which antennas are active. Perform the following: 1 From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Set Reader Options You can setup other reader options including help type macro highlighting. From the pull-down menu, select Edit→Options.
1 2 3 6.5.2. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Tag Performance Page The Tag Performance page is used to test the reader performance. To initiate a timed test, enter the length of test (in ms) into the Total Query Time field. For example, to verify to number of tags read in a 30-second interval, select Active Operating Mode, enter 30000, and press the Start button. The test will complete after 30 seconds and the output statistics are updated for the query time.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Performance Information Total Unique Tags – Number of unique tags in the tag database. Tag Read Count – Total number of tags read (including repeat reads). Cumulative Rate – Cumulative read rate in tags/second since the Start button was pressed. Current Rate – Current read rate in tags/second. Tag Database Query Controls Click to retrieve the current information from reader’s tag database.
1 2 3 6.5.3. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Tag Management Page The Tag Management page is used for reading individual fields on a single tag as well as writing the access password and locking a tag. The Read button will cause the reader to singulate and read a tag in the selected antennas’ RF field. Specific fields you can read include: Kill Code Access Code Tag ID TID User Data Clear Read and Write Fields To clear the Read or Write fields, select Edit→Clear….
1 2 3 6.5.4. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Macros Page The Macros page allows the reader to manage macro files. The macros are provided by 3M or can be written by the end user. Some of the macros provided are dependent on the operating region of the reader. A macro (script or command file) is a text file that contains one or more reader commands. These commands are used to configure the reader to a known configuration. The Macros can contain variables.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Macro Input subsub-window The Macro Input window shows the current script that will be sent to the reader when the Send to Reader button is selected. The text in the Macro Input window can be edited prior to being sent to the reader. Macro Output subsub-window The Macro Output window is updated after the Send to Reader button is selected. Look at this window to verify that each command line in a script executed correctly.
1 2 3 6.5.5. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Event Handling Page The Event Handling page allows you to register for Reader Events. After registration, events are displayed with the newest on the bottom and the most recent event will scroll to the bottom of the window. Individual events or a group of events can be registered. For detailed information on individual events, refer to Chapter 18 – Events Namespace of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 6.5.6. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Antenna Settings Page The Antenna Settings page allows you to adjust the power settings for each antenna. Only the controls for those antennas that are connected are activated.
1 2 3 6.6. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT) The RDT is to be used by 3M trained technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose various reader issues. Administrator login is required. To use RDT, you must login as an administrator, perform the following. When you first start RDT, the following login will appear: Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin or your current administrator password. Press OK. 6.6.1.
1 2 3 6.6.2. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Alarms The Alarms page is used to capture autonomous alarms generated by the reader during normal operation. The alarms are defined as autonomous reader events for the following namespaces: event.error event.
1 2 3 4 6.6.3. 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Tag Report The Tag Report page is used to view specific information for each tag singulation. This feature provides detailed attributes of tag singulations such as tag power (RSSI) and on which antenna that tag singulated. NOTICE: NOTICE: Use of this tool can adversely affect tag reader performance, particularly if many tag fields are enabled. Use the RTT->Tag Performance page for normal tag performance testing.
1 2 3 6.6.4. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Spectrum Analyzer The Spectrum Analyzer allows you to examine the spectral composition of the radio waves in your surrounding environment. This feature provides a graphical representation of the current spectral RF noise in units of dBm with a range of 0 to -120 dBm. This feature is intended for expert users to verify RF environmental conditions during an installation.
1 2 3 6.6.5. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Power Ramp Tool The Power Ramp Tool determines the minimum power to activate a tag and can help determine tag quality. This activation power level can help determine the read range at various attenuation levels and, for AVI applications, can help determine the "read-zone" or an antenna pattern.
1 2 3 4 7 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) The embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) allows you to access your reader across the internet by entering the reader’s IP address into your web browser. With the RCT, you can fully configure your reader for operation in a variety of applications and environments.
1 2 3 7.1. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Basic Configuration With the Basic Configuration functions you can perform the following: 7.1.1. Manage reader profiles Set tag protocols Setup the Ethernet/LAN configuration Setup the serial port Setup digital accessories Setup antennas Set regulatory modes Configuration Page Header Each page displayed by the RCT has the following header. This header provides pull-down menus for each of the configuration function categories.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Save The Save button saves the reader's current configuration to the specified profile. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. Manage Profiles This link allows you to list, save, and delete profiles. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. 7.1.2. Manage Profiles The reader’s configuration is stored in a profile.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Activate a Profile Profile To activate a previously saved profile, press the Activate button beside the profile name. The selected profile will be loaded into the reader. Delete a Profile To delete a previously saved profile, press the Delete button beside the profile name. This is a destructive operation. Once a profile is deleted, it cannot be recovered.
1 2 3 7.1.3. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Set Tag Protocol This Set Tag Protocol page consists of two forms. The first form (top) allows you to select which type of tags the reader will acquire or the type of protocol(s) to utilize on the air interface. Select the check box for the protocol(s) to enable and then press Enable Selected Protocols to activate the protocol. Click on a specific protocol to view the lower form.
1 2 3 4 7.1.4. 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Setup Ethernet/LAN The Setup Ethernet/LAN page allows you to configure the network interface of the reader. NOTE: Always record the IP, Mac, subnet, and default gateway addresses for your readers and keep this data in a safe location. You can use this data to reconfigure the network in the event of application failure or data loss.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool General Settings allow you to specify the host and domain name of the reader. The Command and Event Ports are also shown. You can also select your domain name in this window. IPv4/IPv6 Settings allow you to configure the reader’s IP address. If the reader is to automatically acquire its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway from a DHCP server, select Enable DHCP.
1 2 3 7.1.6. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Setup Digital Accessories The Setup Digital Accessories function allows you to configure the Digital Inputs and Outputs on the reader. Digital Input The status of the four digital input values (1–4) can be seen in this window. The Current Value is not configurable and is shown as true or false. The Debounce value can be set and is in milliseconds. Digital Output The output value for each digital output can be set to true or false.
1 2 3 7.1.7. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Setup Antenna/Cables This page allows you to configure the reader’s antenna multiplexer sequence as well as conducted power. For detailed descriptions of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to Antenna Configuration in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide. Guide To configure an antenna, enter the antenna number in the Mux Sequence field.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool ADDITIONAL ANTENNA NOTES: 1. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. 2. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. 3.
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1 2 3 7.2.1. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Firmware Management This page allows you to perform the following: Read the current reader firmware version Upgrade the reader firmware files Rollback to the previous reader firmware version Upgrade Wiegand component firmware files (note you cannot rollback the Wiegand firmware) Update the LLRP Component update file and to update the LLRP Component firmware on the reader.
1 2 3 7.2.2. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Import/Export Configuration This page allows you to transfer a reader configuration to or from your host computer. This is useful for configuring a reader to a known state.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Import Configuration to Reader Enter the name of a saved configuration file in the Configuration file field. Select the XML File option and press the Transfer Configuration to Reader button to send the profile to the reader. Export Configuration from Reader This function is used to export the current reader settings for later uploading. Press the XML Format button to view the XML file in the browser.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Import Licenses This function is used to import a feature license file. Navigate to the license file and press Import License to load the file into the reader. Import Security Keys This function is used to import reader security keys to the reader. Navigate to the key file and press Import Security Keys to load the file into the reader. Export Security Keys This function is used to export reader security keys from the reader.
1 2 3 7.2.3. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Command Line This page allows you to directly enter reader commands from your web browser.To directly enter commands from the Command Line Interface (CLI), refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 7.3. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration The Expert Configuration functions allow you to configure low-level functions within the reader. These functions should only accessed by expert users. Expert configurations include: NOTE For details on reader variables, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. 7.3.1.
1 2 3 4 7.3.2. 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Tag This page allows you to configure how the reader reports tags. NOTE For details on tag variables, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. The 6204 supports the ability to filter tags or eliminate tags from being reported based on the conditions specified in the filter configuration variables.
1 2 3 7.3.3. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Version This page displays the version of reader hardware and reader software within the reader. The version numbers are read-only and will be needed if you contact 3M for technical support.
1 2 3 7.3.4. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Information This page allows you to customize the reader’s identity. You can assign each reader a name, description, location, and zone. You can also set how the reader reports timestamps.
1 2 3 4 7.3.5. 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Communication This page allows you to customize the reader’s communication parameters. Refer to the Setup Ethernet/LAN and Setup Serial Port sections for additional information. The following figure shows a portion of communication parameters available on the reader. NOTE For details on communication parameters, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 7.3.6. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Antennas This page allows you to configure the properties of the reader’s antenna configuration. For detailed description of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to the Antenna Configuration section in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 7.3.7. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Digital I/O This page allows you to configure the digital inputs and output behavior. You can set the digital input debounce time (in milliseconds), as well as the input and output pin values. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
1 2 3 7.3.8. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Security This page allows you to configure the tag.security parameters. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
1 2 3 7.3.9. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration Configuration – Writeback This page allows you to configure the tag.writeback parameters. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
1 2 3 4 7.3.10. 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Modem This page allows you to set the reader’s modem variables. Modem variables are divided into the following categories: Control Debug Diagnostics Digital IO Radio Statistics Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables. The following figures show only a small sample of the available modem configuration variables. 7.3.10.1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 7.3.10.2. Modem – Debug 7.3.10.3. Modem – Diagnostics 7.3.10.4.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 7.3.10.5. Modem – Radio 7.3.10.6.
1 2 7.4. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool User Application Management This page lists any user applications currently available on the reader and if any applications are running. This page also allows you to upload applications to the reader. Running User Applications – Lists any user applications currently running on the reader. The application name, process ID, configuration, and status are provided. Controls are provided to view the application file and stop the application.
1 2 7.5. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Change Operating Mode This page allows you to configure the operational mode of the reader. The reader supports the following operational modes: Active Mode - Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel. Stand By Mode - Reader is not transmitting any energy, unless processing a tag related command.
1 2 7.6. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Wiegand Translation Table This page allows you to view and edit the Translation Table used for Wiegand operation and also for the Standalone Access Control script. The table is only displayed when the Wiegand component is active (when com.wiegand.enable is set to true). Buttons allow you to edit existing translation table entries, add new entries, or delete existing entries. You must click Submit to save table changes to the reader.
1 2 7.7. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool View Tags All tags read by the reader are stored in a database on the reader. This page allows you to view the tags in the database as well as change the current Operating Mode (A Active or Stand By). Press Start to begin displaying the tag database. This page is automatically refreshed every five seconds. Press Get Once to update the database one time (refresh is off). Press Purge to purge all tags from the database.
1 2 7.8. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Check Reader Status This page allows you to view the reader/system status, CPU utilization, services, and licensed features. This information can be used by 3M Technical Support to verify reader operation.
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1 2 7.9. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Review Logs This page allows you to view the reader logs. These logs can be used by 3M Technical Support to verify reader operation.
1 2 3 4 5 8 8.1. 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs Digital Inputs Digital I/O Module An optional Digital I/O Module is available for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204. Refer to Appendix A for more information. 8.2. 6 The digital inputs (DIN1 – DIN4) can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading. Unused or open digital inputs are floating inside the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os Any time the RUN_SCRIPT operation is invoked, the reader will sequence through a maximum of 10 modem commands as follows: modem.dio.in.X.script.num_cmds = Q modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd1 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd2 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd3 = Z . . . modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd10 = Z where: Q is the number of commands. Q can be 0 to 10 (maximum 10 modem commands). Z can be any modem command An event event.response.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os Example (Input) The following example triggers a series of modem commands, when DIO input 4 goes high. modem.dio.in.4.positive_level = RUN_SCRIPT modem.dio.in.4.script.num_cmds = 3 modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd1 = "modem.antennas.perform_check()" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd2 = "modem.diag.current_temperature" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd3 = "modem.stats.
1 2 3 8.4.2. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os scan_trigger_timer.py This routine monitors the I/O pin. When the pen goes high, the timer is started and the operating mode is set to active. While the timer is running, I/O pin state changes are ignored. When the timer expires, the operating mode is set to standby. The minimum value for the timer is 10 milliseconds (ms). Inputs: – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.
1 2 3 8.4.4. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os signal_read_crc_error.py signal_read_crc_error.py This routine will turn on a digital output if a tag read CRC error is detected. The output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is used. The output pin will remain high for n ms, where n is either the default of 1000 ms or the value supplied on the command line. Minimum value for n is 10 ms. Inputs: – (optional) Output pin number (1–4).
1 2 8.5. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os Digital Digital Input Alarm Generation The 6204 can be configured to generate an alarm when a digital input is disconnected or sensor failure is detected. The alarm is triggered when the signal level on the digital input stays in the specified state longer than the specified alarm timeout. This behavior can be configured independently for each digital input. The configuration variable dio.in.alarm.logic_level.
1 2 8.6. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os Digital I/O Hardware Connection Figure 5 shows a typical sensor/indicator connection to the digital I/Os.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 9 9.1.1. NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: 88 Specifications Reader Specifications (General) Frequency 865 – 868 MHz (ETSI) 902 – 928 MHz (FCC Part 15) 902 – 904 MHz (FCC Part 90 Low Band) 911 – 921 MHz (FCC Part 90 Dense) RF Power 20 mW – 560 mW conducted (13 – 27.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 Specifications Active Mode DC Current Draw vs Transmitted Power 1 DC Current draw (A) 0.9 0.8 0.7 +60 degC +25 degC 0.6 -20 degC 0.5 0.4 10 15 20 25 30 35 Transmitted Power (dBm) Typical Power Consumption versus Conducted Output Power at 910 MHz Figure 6 9.1.2. 9.1.3. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -40 °F to 131 °F (-40 °C to 55 °C) Storage Temperature -40 °F to 185 °F (-40 °C to 85 °C) Maximum Shock 1 foot (0.
1 2 3 9.1.4. 9.1.5. 9.1.6. 90 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications RSRS-232 Specifications Baud rate 1200 - 115200 (Default = 115200) Parity None Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Signals Refer to Section 9.1.8 for cable pin out. Digital Input/Output Specifications Input 5 to 24 Vdc, 1 to 5 mA, Optically Isolated Output Open Collector (3 to 40 V, 100 mA Max) Signals Refer to Section 9.1.8 for cable pin out. Ethernet LAN Specifications Ethernet 10/100 BaseT Signals Refer to Section 9.1.
1 2 3 9.1.7. 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Antenna Specifications Please refer to the 3M Antenna Application Guide for detailed specifications and application information for 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 antennas. 3M SKU Number 7878-00600060-10441044-7 7878-00600060-10451045-4 Previous Part Number ANTENNA-013 ANTENNA-018-E Frequency range 902–928 MHz 902–928 MHz Antenna type Patch Patch Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 50 Ω, nominal Gain 13 dBi 9.
1 2 92 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 3M SKU Number 7878-00600060-10511051-2 7878-00600060-10531053-8 Previous Part Number ANTENNA-023 ANTENNA-024 Frequency range 902–928 MHz 902–928 MHz Antenna type Multi-element Patch Multi-element Patch Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 50 Ω, nominal Gain 15 dBi 15 dBi Beam width ((-3 dB) 22°, nominal 30°, nominal Polarization Linear Linear F/B ratio -36 dB, typical -36 dB, typical Side lobes level -18 dB, typical -18 dB, typical Power input
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications Site License – Customer Disclaimer Customer (end user) acknowledges that a site license is required for each reader system location. It is the customer’s responsibility to file for the site license and submit the appropriate filing payment. 3M can assist with the completion of forms. United States filings require completion and submission of FCC Form 601 with Schedule D and H.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout 9.1.8. Note: Drawing is for cable socket on reader.
1 2 3 4 5 Pair 14 15 16 NOTICE: NOTICE: 6 Pin c d e f g h j 7 8 9 Color Orange Green White Green Blue Yellow Green Specifications Pin Name DOUT1 DOUT2 DOUT3 DOUT4 GND +24 VDC 24 VDC GND Function Digital Output 1 Digital Output 2 Digital Output 3 Digital Output 4 Ground (Reader) Heater Power Heater Ground If DC power is disconnected from the reader, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before reapplying power.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling A A.1. Using the Wiegand Interface Overview The 3M Wiegand Interface Module (WIM) is a serial (RS-232) to 4-channel Wiegand module designed to interface with the 6204 reader. Currently, 2 Wiegand channels are used, corresponding to the 2 antennas available on the 6204. Channel 1 is associated with the internal antenna. Channel 2 is associated with the External antenna.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling A Wiegand frame consists of a string of bits transmitted in the Wiegand format. Typically, this is 26 bits (including two parity bits). Following the transmission of a Wiegand frame, a hold-off time (Thold) is asserted where the Wiegand interface will not transmit. This mechanism is used to separate adjacent Wiegand frames. The unit, by default, outputs a 26-bit Wiegand frame (24 data bits , 2 parity bits). Data lengths of up-to 128 bits can be accommodated.
1 2 A.4. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Mechanical Installation The WIM is housed in a plastic enclosure and should be located in your control panel. Mount the module in a ventilated area on a flat panel and ensure that the module is protected from water and moisture ingress, and is not mounted directly above a heat source. Secure the module in place with two #8 (M4) flat-head type screws. Figure 7 shows the location of the mounting flanges.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.5. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Electrical Installation Power for the WIM is supplied by the 24 VDC 6204 reader power supply. The 6204 serial port is used to communicate with the WIM and is therefore not available for standard serial communications. Connections to the WIM are made via pluggable screw terminal blocks. Figure 8 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Electrical Connections (Wiegand Interface Module) Refer to Figure 9 for actual Wiegand Module power and RS-232 wiring.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 9 A.5.1. Appendix A – Error Handling Wiegand Interface Module Electrical Connections Connect the Serial Port Disconnecting WIM from Serial Port In the event you disconnect the WIM module from the serial port, you need to restart the console service for the reader command line interface (cli). See “Disconnecting the Wiegand Interface Module” Module” later in the is section.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.5.2. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Connect the Wiegand Outputs Optically-isolated open-collector outputs are provided to meet the requirements of the AC01 Wiegand specification. These are protected by 5V transient voltage-suppression diodes. To connect the Wiegand outputs, perform the following: 1 A.5.3. When using the single Internal antenna of the 6204, connect CH1 (3 wires) of the WIM to the Wiegand panel.
1 2 A.6. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Disconnecting the Wiegand Interface Module In the event you wish to disconnect the WIM, perform the following: 1 Remove AC power from the PSU. 2 Disconnect the serial cable from the reader. 3 Restart the console service for the reader command line interface by sending the following command to the reader: com.serial.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.7. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Using RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface Module You can use the embedded Reader Configuration Tool to configure the WIM parameters. Perform the following: Open RST 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST) 2 Select a specific reader and press Configure. 3 The Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) is displayed. 4 Press Login and log into the reader as admin. The initial password is readeradmin.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 5 Select Advanced Functions → Expert Configuration. 6 Select the Communication tab. 7 Set com.wiegand.enable to true and press Submit. 8 Press the Back 9 Select the Setup tab. key to return to Expert Configuration screen. 10 Set setup.operating_mode to active and press Submit. 11 Press the Back 104 key to return to Expert Configuration screen.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Save Reader Setup Save reader setup information as a profile. If you need to reboot or power down a reader, the reader setup can be quickly reloaded by loading the profile. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 12 Once setup is complete, save your settings in a Profile. 13 In the configuration header, press Manage Profiles. 14 The profile management page is displayed 15 Enter a profile name in the box and press Save.
1 2 A.8. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Converting Translation Tables for use with 6204 If you have translation tables, such as those developed for Sirit IDentity MaX readers, these tables can be converted for use with the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 and Wiegand Interface Module. For a Single Translation Table 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST) 106 2 Press the WTC button under Advanced Tools.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling For Multiple Translation Tables A.9. 1 If you have multiple translation tables to convert, perform the previous procedure for each table. 2 Create a new document using a text editor such as Notepad. This will be the main file used to build the combined translation table. 3 Start another session of the text editor (such as Notepad) to open one of the converted translation tables. 4 Copy the contents and paste them into the main file.
1 2 A.10. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Programming the Wiegand Interface Interface The WIM may be configured in hardware to contain two or four Wiegand channels. Each channel can be individually configured and controlled. In the following variable and function descriptions will refer to a generic Wiegand channel. Valid values include 1,2 (Wiegand channels 1, 2) for all systems and 3,4 (Wiegand channels 3, 4) for four channel modules. (See Module Type 0x14 in the com.wiegand.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand.enable This variable enables/disables the WIM. Type var Permissions guest=r,admin=rw Data Type bool Default false com.wiegand.events_only If this variable is set to true, WIMApp will run and use the translation table, but will not actually communicate with a Wiegand Interface Module over the serial port. event.wim.report events are generated, and this is the only output from WIMAPP.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand.id_format If this variable is set to HEXADECIMAL, the full wiegand ID will be displayed as a single hexadecimal number in the wiegand_id field of tag reports. If this variable is set to FORMATTED, the wiegand ID will be split into facility code and serial number portions, and each field will be displayed in decimal notation (i.e. 123-4567) in the wiegand_id field of tag report events.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand.reset This function resets the WIM. Type function Permissions guest=-,admin=x com.wiegand.retransmission_interval This variable provides the facility for a Wiegand stream to be retransmitted at defined periodic intervals for the time a tag resides in the RF field. This variable defines the interval in seconds. A value of 0 disables the retransmission mechanism.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand..control.send_test_pattern Send a fixed, predetermined test pattern to the Wiegand channel. n = 1 to 4. Type function Permissions guest=-,admin=x com.wiegand..frame.data_index This variable sets or interrogates the data index. This is the index, in bits, where serialization of the translated ID begins (for discarding unused/redundant translated ID bits, for example Dealer Code). n = 1 to 4.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand..frame.endian_type This variable sets or interrogates the endian type of the Wiegand output frame. This defines whether the most-significant, or least- significant bit of the selected portion of the translated ID will be transmitted first. n = 1 to 4. Type var Permissions guest=r,admin=rw Data Type enum Default BIG_ENDIAN Enum BIG_ENDIAN LITTLE_ENDIAN com.wiegand..frame.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand..physical.thold This variable is used to set or to interrogate the inter-frame hold-off time (Thold), where the inter-frame hold-off time is specified in milliseconds. Values of 50 to 20,000 ms are valid. The default value is 250 ms. The variable will return a value in the range 50 to 20,000 ms. n = 1 to 4. Note that the WIM has a granularity of 50 ms and hold-off times will be truncated to the nearest 50 ms.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling com.wiegand..physical.tpw This variable is used to set or to interrogate the pulse width time (Tpw), where the pulse width time is specified in microseconds. Values of 40 to 250 µs are valid. The default value is 50 µs. The variable will return a value in the range 40 to 250 µs. n = 1 to 4. Note that the WIM has a granularity of 5 µs and pulse_width_times will be truncated to the nearest 5 µs.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling definitions.enum.wiegand.frame.endian_type This variable sets wiegand module ouput frame endian type. Type var Permissions guest=,admin= Data Type enum Default BIG_ENDIAN Enum BIG_ENDIAN LITTLE_ENDIAN definitions.enum.wiegand.frame.format This variable sets wiegand module ouput frame format.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.11. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Programming the Translation Table The 6204 has a translation table facility that allows a translation table to be imported into the reader. This facility serves three primary functions: Support the use of legacy tags. Manage exceptions, such as the black-listing of tags. Serve as the list of allowed (and/or black-listed) tags for a standalone access control system (See Standalone Reader Operation Application Note). A.11.1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling [Handler] determines how tag is processed and is a decimal number (between 0 and 255) that applies to all tags in the sequence. Where: Bit 7: Bit 6: Bit 5: Bit 4: Bit 3: Bit 2: Bit 1: Bit 0: A.11.2.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.12. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Interaction between Translation Table and WiegandWiegandEncoded Tags Some tags are encoded with Wiegand data directly on them.
1 2 A.13. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Transaction Log A transaction log is used to record information on tag arrivals. Each entry in the log contains the following information:[time] – provides the date and time of the tag arrival. [tag_id] – ID of the tag. [antenna] – states the antenna where the tag was read. [handle] – 8-bit values that provide information about a tag upon its arrival.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 A.14. 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling Module Specifications Operating Temperature Range -40C to +60C Storage Temperature Range -40C to +85C DC Power Input 12V-28V DC reverse polarity protected Total Power Consumption <1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix B – Error Handling B Error Handling This appendix provides a listing of errors and warnings. Where applicable, a corrective action has been provided. Errors and warnings are listed by severity (critical, major, warning) and then alphabetically. If an issue does not resolve itself after taking the recommended corrective action, contact 3M support. B.1. Critical Errors Critical errors are those errors that are likely to result in loss or severe degradation of service.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 B.2. 8 9 Appendix B – Error Handling Major Errors Major errors are those errors that may result in loss or degradation of service. These errors must be addressed as soon as possible. Major Error Event Description Corrective Action CHUNK_NOT_ FOUND event.error.sw Unable to find valid data in the flash. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. DATA_FORMAT_ ERROR event.error.sw An error is detected in the data format. Perform reader reboot.
1 2 3 4 Major Error 5 6 7 8 Event 9 Appendix B – Error Handling Description Corrective Action IOP_SPI_BAD_FILE event.error. file_handling Unable to open the firmware file to be written to the SPI FLASH. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_SPI_BAD_VERIFY event.error. communication Verification of data in SPI FLASH failed. Contact 3M support. IOP_SPI_INVALID_ FILE_FORMAT event.error.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Major Error 8 9 Event Appendix B – Error Handling Description Corrective Action MDM_ICM_ERROR event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has an error. Contact 3M support. MDM_ICM_TIMEOUT event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has timed out. Contact 3M support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ COMB_LENGTH event.error.sw Invalid receiver filter length is detected. Contact 3M support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ Q_CHANNEL_COEFS event.error.
1 2 3 4 Major Error 5 6 7 8 Event 9 Appendix B – Error Handling Description Corrective Action MDM_RF_VOLTAGE_ FAULT event.error.hw RF subsystem voltage below acceptable level. (May be seen when unit powered off.) Verify correct operational voltage is being supplied to reader. Verify power supply voltages meet 3M specifications. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_RX_TRAIN_ TIMEOUT event.error.sw The modem has exceeded the receiver training time limit.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 B.3. 8 9 Appendix B – Error Handling Warnings Warnings indicate that the system has detected an abnormality. Although no action is required, the system should be monitored for further issues. Warnings Event Description Corrective Action HEATER_ACTIVE_ OVERTEMP event.warning.hw The measured temperature is higher than the maximum temperature when the heater is active. None required. IOP_CONFIG_FILE_ CORRUPT event.warning.
1 2 3 4 Warnings 5 6 7 8 9 Event Appendix B – Error Handling Description Corrective Action MDM_OVER_TEMP event.warning.hw The measured temperature is higher than the warning threshold, but not high enough to cross fault threshold. None required. MDM_ POWERMEASURE_ CLIPPED event.warning. radio An error is detected in the power reading process. None required. MDM_ PREDISTORTION_ DATA_MISSING event.warning.hw Unable to find valid predistortion calibration data from the reader flash.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Warnings 8 9 Appendix B – Error Handling Event Description Corrective Action SYMBOL_TABLE_ OVER_ REGISTRATION event.warning.sw Indicates duplicated registrations of the symbol. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ WRONG_TYPE event.warning.sw Data type is invalid for the symbol. None required. B.4. Informational Messages Informational messages describe various system events. Message Event Description AUX_PROCESS_FAILURE event.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Message READER_RESET_BY_FP_SWIT CH 130 Appendix B – Error Handling Event event.
C C.1. Reader Maintenance Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months) Every six (6) months, visually inspect the reader and antennas for visible damage. C.2. Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months) Every six (6) months, inspect all reader mounting hardware for excessive corrosion, looseness, or damage. Inspect the mounting structure, universal mounting bracket, and U-bolts. C.3.
3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 User’s Guide
