User's Manual
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CHAPTER 1: CONTROLLER 
INFORMATION 
1 . 1   H F - C N T L - 4 8 5 - 0 2   O V E R V I E W  
Welcome to the Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 RFID Controller – Installation Guide. This 
document will assist you in the installation and setup of the Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 
RFID Controller. 
The Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 is a feature-rich, high frequency, Radio-Frequency 
Identification device that provides read/write RFID data transmission and control 
solutions to shop floor, item-level tracking and material handling applications. The 
controller is designed to be compact, rugged and reliable, in order to meet and exceed 
the requirements of the industrial automation industry. 
1.1.1  Package Contents 
Unpack the Cobalt Controller hardware and accessories. Retain the original shipping 
carton and packing material in case any items need to be returned. Inspect each piece 
carefully, if an item appears to be damaged, notify your EMS product distributor. 
The Cobalt HF RFID Controller product package contains the following components: 
P AR T   N U M B E R   Q T Y   D E S C R I P T I O N  
HF-CNTL-485-02 
1  Cobalt HF Series RFID Controller (-485) 
17-3122 
1  HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Guide 
20-1950 
2 
Screw (Socket Head Cap,M5 x 20mm, Hex #4, 
18-8 SS) 
20-3915 
2  Washer (Spring Lock, M5, 18-8 SS) 
69-1289 
1  Wrench Tool (Hex #4, 4mm, L-key) 
00-3000 
1  Cobalt HF Series Configuration Tag 
Table 1-1: HF-CNTL-485-02 - Package Contents 
1.1.2  Power & Communications Interface 
Connection Type: 
RS485 
Communication Interface: 
Multi-drop (Subnet16™) Bus Architecture 
Interface Connector: 
5-pin, Male, M12 Connector (for power and 
data) 
Maximum Cable Length: 
300m 










