IDentity 4100 User Guide
IDentity 4100 User Guide V2.01 May 7, 2009 © 2008 Sirit Inc., All Rights Reserved. “Sirit”, the Sirit Design, “RFID by Sirit”, the RFID by Sirit Design and “vision beyond sight” are all trademarks of Sirit Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 7,199,713, 7,209,040, 6,346,881, and 6,617,962.
Preface Preface Intended audience This document is intended for professional installers setting up and installing the IDentity 4100 Radio Frequency Identification system.
What’s New in this Version Version 2.01 updates power output specifications and adds FCC notice. Conventions used in this manual The following conventions are used in this manual: Bold courier font indicates code entered by the user (values) within parentheses indicate parameters NOTES Important information and other tips are presented in light blue boxes to the left of the applicable section. (values) in italics indicate user defined variables.
Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 – Reader Overview .................................................................................................................. 1 Reader Hardware...................................................................................................................................1 Reader Software ....................................................................................................................................
Contents Chapter 6 – Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)..................................................................34 Basic Configuration ............................................................................................................................35 Configuration Page Header .............................................................................................................35 Manage Profiles ................................................................................
Contents Chapter 8 – Specifications .....................................................................................................................64 Reader Specifications (General)..........................................................................................................64 Reader Specifications (FCC)...............................................................................................................64 Reader Specifications (ETSI)..............................................
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview Reader Overview Reader Hardware The IDentity 4100 is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) System that operates in the 860 – 960 MHz UHF band. This high performance, integrated reader is designed for Supply Chain Logistics (SCL) applications including asset tracking, portals, loading dock doors, and Parking and Access Control (PACS).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview Reader Software The IDentity 4100 is shipped with two software applications that you can use to configure and control the reader. Reader Startup Tool (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, perform diagnostics, and upload new software.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Reader Equipment Installation Mechanical Installation Mounting the Reader The IDentity 4100 is available with a universal mount suitable for most applications. Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum static load of 15.0 pounds (6.8 kg) plus any additional live load due to environmental conditions. Installation Notice Installation of the IDentity 4100 is only to be performed by trained, Sirit approved personnel.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation To mount the IDentity 4100 reader assembly, refer to Figure 3 and perform the following: 1 Locate the Universal Mounting Bracket assembly and the Sun Shield. 2 Disassemble the Universal Mounting bracket. Retain all hardware. 3 Locate the Interface Cable. 4 Snake the bulkhead connector end of the Interface Cable through the Universal Mounting Bracket and then through the Sun Shield.
1 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 IDentity 4100 is only to be performed by trained, Sirit approved personnel. Figure 4 Caution: IDentity 4100 Electrical Connections The IDentity 4100 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Connecting the Serial Port The IDentity 4100 RS-232 serial port provides communication up to 115200 Baud. This port is accessed through the bulkhead connector located on the rear of 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.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation Connecting the External Antenna The IDentity 4100 supports one auxiliary external Tx/Rx antenna. The maximum antenna cable length is 10 meters. Connect the antenna to the antenna port located on the bottom of the reader. Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information regarding the external antenna and antenna cable. Caution: The IDentity 4100 is equipped with one (1) auxiliary RF port which is inactive when shipped from the factory.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation Installing RST Software The IDentity 4100 is delivered with a Microsoft Windows based 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 two setup files: setup.exe and IDentity_4100_RSTInstaller.msi. The first file, setup.
1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 9 Select if you want to install RST, the RAPID SDK, or both. 5 Press Next>. RST Software Installation 5 Verify the path and folder where RST will be installed. Press Next>. 6 After the installation completes, press Close.
1 2 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→Sirit→IDentity 4100→Reader Startup Tool (RST) 10 2 If this is the first time starting the RST application, you may receive a Windows Security Alert. This warning indicates that the firewall is blocking the RST application. 3 If the warning window is hidden under the RST windows, collapse the RST window.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 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. 4 Press Unblock. 5 Press Refresh on the RST 6 The RST main page will display any readers currently connected to the network.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 4 Press Next> and enter the Login (admin) and Password. If this is the first time configuring your reader, enter: readeradmin. 5 After entering your Login and Password, press Next>. 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 6 Select your Region and Sub Region and press Next>. 7 Select the configuration that most closely matches your installation. 8 Select the protocols to read and press Next>. Protocols Only those protocols enabled in the reader will be active on the Protocol Selection page..
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 RST Software Installation Select the antennas you will be using and press Next>. 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 loose the information if the reader is rebooted. Refer to the Manage Profiles section in Chapter 6 – Embedded Reader Configuration Tool.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation Reader Operation Basic Operation with RST The IDentity 4100 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→Sirit→IDentity4100→Reader Startup Tool (RST) Customize the display Customize your RST display by clicking and dragging the columns.
1 2 3 4 5 Protocols Only those protocols enabled in the reader will be displayed on the General Page. 16 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation 4 Login to the reader. The initial password (Pwd) is readeradmin. See the Advanced Setup section for details on changing the password. 5 Verify the Operating Mode is set to Active Mode. 6 Select the Tag Performance tab and press Start. 7 Place your tags in front of the antenna and verify the tags are read and displayed as shown in the following figure.
1 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: IDentity 4100 User Guide 1 Enter the reader’s IP address into your Web browser or press the button on the main RST page. 2 The reader’s RCT interface is displayed. 3 Log into the reader. Press Login for the login screen. 4 The default login is guest.
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 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 Reader Startup Tool (RST) The Reader Startup Tool (RST) provides an easy-to-use interface for the IDentity 4100 configuration and operation functions.
1 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: h Regulatory region (fixed at factory) and sub-region h Preferred Frequency (depending on regulatory settings) h Number of antennas To initially configure your reader perform the following: 20 1 From the RST main page, press the Wizard is launched as shown.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings The Network Settings dialog allows you to change the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway of your reader. For readers with firmware version 2.0 or later, a password is required to make any changes. IDentity 4100 User Guide 1 From the RST main page, press the 2 Verify the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway are correct. 3 If Enable DHCP is selected these fields will be locked.
1 2 3 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: h h h h Read tags Issue commands to the reader and view the responses Run macros Observe reader events To access the Reader Test Tool, press the main RST page.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Login Info Login – Enter your login user name in this field. The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin. Pwd – Enter your password in this field. Enter readeradmin as the password if you logged in as admin. Operating Modes Active – Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RTT - Tag Performance Page The Tag Performance page is used to test the reader performance. This page is useful for range (distance) testing and to verify the RF field size. To initiate a timed test, enter the length of test (in ms) into the Total Poll 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.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Tag read controls are provided by the Polling and Scan Operation blocks. Use the Polling controls when the reader is in active mode. Use the Scan Operation controls when the reader is in standby mode. Tag and reader performance data is provided in the Performance Information and Tag Acquisition Analysis blocks. Performance Information Total Unique Tags – Number of unique tags in the tag database.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RTT - Tag Management Page The Tag Management page is used for reading individual fields on a single tag. The Read button will cause the reader to singulate and read a tag in the selected antennas' RF field.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RTT - Macros Page The Macros page allows the reader to manage macro files. The macros are provided by Sirit 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 sub-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. The Save Macro File button will prompt you for a filename to save the text to a file. Macro Output sub-window The Macro Output window is updated after the Send to Reader button is selected.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RTT - Event Handling Page The Event Handling page allows you to register for Reader Events. After registration, events will be displayed as they occur in the window. Individual events or a group of events can be registered. Events are displayed with the newest event on the top line of the window. The least recent event will scroll to the bottom of the window.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT) The Reader Diagnostic Tool (RDT) is to be used by Sirit trained technicians to observe various reader statistics, events, and operational characteristics. RDT - Channel Statistics The Channel Stats page shows details of channel changes. This page is typically used to observe ETSI 302-208 Listen before Talk (LBT) behavior. It can also be used to observe FCC and other regional behavior.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RDT - 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 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RDT - 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. Caution: 32 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 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool RDT - 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. Set the Center Frequency and Span fields to view the desired range of frequencies.
1 2 3 4 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 a LAN or WAN 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 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Basic Configuration With the Basic Configuration functions you can perform the following: h h h h h h h Manage reader profiles Set tag protocols Setup the Ethernet/LAN configuration Setup the serial port Setup digital accessories Setup antennas/cables 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. Manage Profiles The reader’s configuration is stored in a profile.
1 2 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. Currently, the reader can operate with either ISO18000-6C (ISOC), ISO18000-6B (ISOB), SuperTag, ISO10374, EASALARM, or any combination.
1 2 3 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. General Settings allow you to specify the host and domain name of the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Setup Serial Port The Setup Serial Port function allows you to configure the serial port parameters. These parameters include: h h h h h Baud rate Data bits Parity Echo Stop bits Use the pull-down menus to select a value and press Submit to update the reader.
1 2 3 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 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Setup Antenna/Cables 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 Antenna Configuration in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide. Enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Set Regulatory Mode (Region) This page allows the user to configure the reader to meet the regulatory requirements for the geographic region where the reader is deployed. The sub-region sets the secondary regulatory mode for the geographic region where the reader is deployed. Region Selection The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Advanced Functions With the Advanced Functions you can perform the following: h h h h h h h Firmware Management Import/Export Configuration Command Line operations Expert Configuration User Application Management Change Operating Mode Restart Firmware Management This page allows you to read the current firmware version, upgrade the reader firmware files, or rollback to the previous firmware version.
1 2 3 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. Transfer a Configuration File 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.
1 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 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 be accessed by expert users. Expert configurations include: h h h h h h h h Setup Tag Version Information Communication Antennas Digital I/O Modem Expert Configuration – Setup This page allows you to set the basic operating parameters of the reader including region, sub region, mode, and active protocols.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Tag This page allows you to configure how the reader reports tags. The IDentity 4100 supports the ability to filter tags. Filtering tags means to eliminate tags from being reported based on the conditions specified in the filter configuration variables. The reader supports eight filters and each filter is specified by the following configuration variables: h enabled – Enables or disables the filter.
1 2 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 Sirit for technical support. 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 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.
1 2 3 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Expert Configuration – Modem This page allows you to set the reader’s modem control variables. These variables control functions such as EPC link, modulation depth, return link frequency, and others. Refer to the IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables. The following figure shows only a small sample of the available modem configuration variables.
1 2 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 scripts to the reader. h 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 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: h Active Mode - Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel. h Stand By Mode - Reader is not transmitting any energy, unless processing a tag related command.
1 2 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 (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 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool Check Reader Status This page allows you to view the reader status. This information can be used by Sirit Technical Support to verify reader operation.
1 2 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 Sirit Technical Support to verify reader operation. The reader logs include: h h h h h IDentity 4100 User Guide Reader level Logs – System level reader operation System Level Logs – Linux logs Firmware Update Log – System level Reader Applications Log – User application logs Command History Log – Recent commands sent to the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs Digital input and output signals are provided via the bulkhead connector. Refer to Chapter 8 – Specifications for the connector pin out. Refer to Figure 5 for in this chapter for an example input/output circuit. This chapter describes how to configure the digital inputs and outputs. Digital Inputs The digital inputs (DIN1 – DIN4) can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O scan_trigger.py This routine monitors the state of the digital input pin specified as the input parameter. If the state of the pin is low, the operating mode is set to standby. If the I/O pin state changes to high, the operating mode is set to polled. Inputs: – (optional) Input pin number (1–4). Default is digital in 1. –(optional) 0 or 1. Default is trigger on 1. Examples: scan_trigger.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O signal_read.py This routine will activate a digital output if a tag is successfully read. The optional output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is selected and a default value of 1000 milliseconds is used. The output 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 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O 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). Default is output 1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O Digital Input Alarm Generation The IDentity 4100 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 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/O 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 Specifications Reader Specifications (General) Dimensions 12.0 x 12.0 x 4.1 in (305 x 305 x 105 mm) Weight 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs) Frequency Range 860–960 MHz (Factory configured for specific region) Connectors RS-232, Digital I/O, Ethernet LAN Input Voltage 12 to 24 Vdc, 60 W Input Current 2.5 A maximum at 24 Vdc 5.0 A maximum at 12 Vdc Reader Specifications (FCC) Frequency Range FCC Part 15 902–928 MHz FCC Part 90 910.950 911.200 911.450 911.700 911.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Figure 6 Specifications Typical Power Consumption versus Conducted Output Power at 910 MHz 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 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications Power Supply Specifications Model Lambda DSP100-24 Input Voltage 90 – 264 Vac, Input Frequency 47 to 63 Hz Power 100.8 W Holdup Time 10 ms (115 Vac) Output Voltage 24 Vdc Output Current 4.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications Antenna Cable Specifications Manufacturer Time Microwave Systems Part No. LMR-400 (replacement for RG-8/9913) Connector Type RP-TNC Impedance 50 ohms Attenuation 3.9 dB/100 ft (12.8 dB/100 m) Internal Antenna Specifications (FCC) Type PATCH Frequency (FCC) 902 – 928 MHz Polarization Circular Gain 9.5 dBiC VSWR, maximum 1.5:1 Input impedance 50 ohm (nominal) Power Handling 6W Size (FCC) 12.0 x 12.0 x 1.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications External Antenna Specifications (FCC) Caution: Part No. ANTENNA–018-E Type PATCH Frequency (FCC) 902 – 928 MHz Polarization Linear (Horizontal) Gain 9.5 dBiC VSWR, maximum 1.5:1 Input impedance 50 ohm (nominal) Input Power 6W Size 12 x 12 x 1 in (305 x 305 x 25 mm) Weight 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) This device is designed to operate with a 9.5 dBiC (9.0 dBiC for ETSI) gain internal antenna and conducted power is factory set to 23 dBm (200 mW).
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout Pair Pin Color Pin Name 1 A B C D E F G H J K L M N P R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h j Black Green Black Orange Blue Black Black Brown Black Red Black White Black Yellow Red White Red Green Red Blue Red Yellow Red Brown Red Orange Green White Green Blue n/a n/a Tx+ TxRx+ RxVC2+ VC2VC2+ VC2RS-232 TXD RS-232 RXD Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Serial Port Serial Port RS-232
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Safety and Regulatory Information Safety and Regulatory Information Power Disconnect Device The plug on the power supply cord is intended to be the power disconnect device. As a result, the power source (socket or outlet) shall be located near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Safety and Regulatory Information Electrostatic Discharge ATTENTION IDentity 4100 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the IDentity 4100 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD.
Appendix A Disposal of the IDentity 4100 Reader Disposal of the IDentity 4100 Reader Prior to disposing of the IDentity 4100 Reader, the battery must be removed. The battery used in the IDentity 4100 is a Lithium / Manganese Dioxide (Li/MnO2) type. This battery contains no measurable amounts of mercury, lead, or cadmium. Caution: The procedure outlined in this appendix requires opening the IDentity 4100 Reader case in order to remove the battery prior to disposal.
Appendix A Disposal of the IDentity 4100 Reader 5 Remove the serial, digital I/O, and Ethernet cables from the digital board. 6 Remove the nine screws securing the shield can to the digital board. 7 Remove the remaining screw securing the digital board to the chassis. 8 Remove the digital board from the enclosure and locate the battery next to the LEDs. 9 Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to push the battery out of the holder.
IDentity 4100 User Guide
IDentity 4100 User Guide
