User's Manual

Manual Content
This manual provides the operational detail and overview for the Fortecho FS1000 RFID Reader.
Powering and Connections
The FS1000 can be powered by 12V via the 2.5mm Jack plug or by USB, these ports are shown in
figure 1.
Figure 1, FS1000 Connections
When powering over the 12V The RS232 port can be used to connect to a Fortecho RX210 reader.
The RS232 port is not powered when the FS1000 is connected over USB.
Terminal Block
The terminal pin outs are shown in Table 1, terminal 1 (T1) is the terminal closest to the USB port.
Figure 2, Terminal block detail
Terminal
Function
1
Input 1
2
Input 0
3
Output 1 – NO – Voltage Free
4
Output 1 – NO – Voltage Free
5
Output 0 – NO – Voltage Free
6
Output 0 – NO – Voltage Free
7
Ground
8
+12VDC Regulated Output
The default states for Inputs 1&2 is high VCC 12V, they are switched by pulling them to GN
Protection
The FS1000 has a suitable level of protection in the event of connections errors.
Connecting RS232 or Ethernet in the wrong RJ45 is not advisable but will not damage the unit.
Ethernet
12V
Micro USB
RS232
Terminal Block
Power LED