MC9090-G RFID Mobile RFID Integrator Guide Supplement
MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement 72E-89963-04 Rev A September 2008
ii MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement © 2008 by Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from Motorola. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis.
iii Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change Date Description -01 Rev A 12/2006 Initial Release -02 Rev A 3/2008 Added Laser Scanner Updated Wireless Section Updated Applications Section -03 Rev A 5/2008 Updated Program Tag settings Added Duty Cycle Paramameters -04 Rev A 9/2008 Added ETSI EN302-208 Tx-Channels Window
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Table of Contents Patents.................................................................................................................................................. ii Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii About This Guide Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................
vi MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Resetting the Mobile Computer ........................................................................................................... Performing a Warm Boot ............................................................................................................... Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. Performing a Clean Boot ..............................
Table of Contents vii Chapter 4: RFID Demo Application Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... RFIDDemo Application ........................................................................................................................ Using RFIDDemo to Read Tags From a Remote Reader ............................................................. Launching the RFIDDemo Application ...............
viii MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Chapter 6: SymbolRoam Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... SymbolRoam, Region Change ............................................................................................................ Country Drop Down List .................................................................................................................
About This Guide Introduction This MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement provides the unique set up and configuration procedures for the MC9090-G RFID mobile computers and accessories. This guide is intended as a supplement to the MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx. Procedures common to the MC909X series of products are referenced to the MC909X Integrator Guide. NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and may differ from actual screens.
x MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Configurations This guide covers the following configurations: Configuration MC9090-G RFID Radios Display WLAN: 802.11a/b/g Color WPAN: Bluetooth Memory 64 MB RAM 128 MB Flash Data Capture Operating System Laser Scan Windows Imager Mobile 5.0 RFID Keypad 53-key RFID Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows: • Chapter 1, Getting Started, provides information on charging the RFID reader battery and resetting.
About This Guide Notational Conventions The following conventions are used in this document: • “RFID Reader”, “reader” or “mobile computer” refers to the Motorola MC9090-G RFID reader.
xii MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Service Information If an equipment problem occurs, contact the appropriate regional Support Center for contact information. Before calling, locate the model number and serial number. Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk through the problem.
Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction This chapter lists the accessories for the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap and start the mobile computer for the first time. NOTE This MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement is intended as a supplement to the MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx. Procedures common to the MC909X series of products are referenced to the MC909X Integrator Guide.
1-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Unpacking the Mobile Computer Carefully remove all protective material from around the mobile computer and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping. Verify that all equipment listed below was received: • Mobile computer • Lithium-ion battery • Strap, attached to the mobile computer • Stylus, in the stylus silo • Regulatory Guide • Quick Start Guide (poster) Inspect the equipment for damage.
Getting Started Accessories Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC9090-G RFID. Table 1-1 MC9090-G RFID Accessories Accessory Description Cable Adapter Module (CAM) Snap-on required to connect the following cables to the mobile computer. • AC line cord (country-specific) and power supply, charges the mobile computer. • Auto charge cable, charges the mobile computer using a vehicle’s cigarette lighter. • DEX cable, connects the mobile computer to a vending machine.
1-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Getting Started In order to start using the mobile computer for the first time: • Install the main battery • Charge the main battery and backup battery • Start the mobile computer • Configure the mobile computer The main battery can be charged before or after it is installed. Use one of the spare battery chargers to charge the main battery (out of the mobile computer), or one of the cradles to charge the main battery installed in the mobile computer.
Getting Started 1-5 Charging the Battery Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery Before using the mobile computer for the first time, charge the main battery until the amber charge indicator light remains lit (see Table 1-2 on page 1-6 for charge status indications). Charge time is less than four hours. The mobile computer can be charged using a cradle, the CAM with a charging cable, or the MSR with the appropriate power supply.
1-6 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Charging the Main Battery Charge the main battery in the mobile computer using a cradle, the CAM with a charging cable, or the MSR with the appropriate power supply. 1. Ensure the accessory used to charge the main battery is connected to the appropriate power source (see Chapter 2, Accessories for setup information). 2. Insert the mobile computer into a cradle or attach the appropriate snap-on module. 3. The mobile computer starts to charge automatically.
Getting Started 1-7 Charging Spare Batteries Use the following three accessories to charge spare batteries: • Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle • Four Slot Spare Battery Charger • UBC Adapter. To charge a spare battery: 1. Ensure the accessory used to charge the spare battery is connected to the appropriate power source (see Chapter 2, Accessories for setup information). 2.
1-8 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Starting the Mobile Computer Press the red Power button to turn on the mobile computer. If the mobile computer does not power on, perform a cold boot. See Performing a Cold Boot on page 1-9. NOTE When a battery is fully inserted in a mobile computer for the first time, upon the first power up, the device boots and powers on automatically. When the mobile computer is powered on for the first time, it initializes its system.
Getting Started 1-9 Configuring the Mobile Computer • To customize the mobile computer settings, refer to the Microsoft Applications for Symbol Devices User Guide. • To set up ActiveSync to synchronize the mobile computer with the host computer, see the MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx. • To configure the mobile computer for WLAN network, see the MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx.
1 - 10 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Perform a Cold Boot: 1. Press the primary battery release on the mobile computer to partially eject the battery from the mobile computer. 2. On an MC9090-G, while the battery is partially released, simultaneously press and release the trigger and the Power button. 3. Push the battery to fully re-insert it in the mobile computer. One audible click can be heard as the battery is fully inserted. 4. The mobile computer initializes.
Getting Started 1 - 11 Battery Management Battery Saving Tips • Leave the mobile computer connected to AC power at all times when not in use. • Set the mobile computer to turn off after a short period of non-use. • Set the display and keyboard backlight to turn off after a short period of non-use. • Turn off all wireless radio activity when not in use. • Power off the mobile computer when charging to charge at a faster rate.
1 - 12 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Changing the Keypad Backlight Settings To change the keypad backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power: 1. On devices with Windows Mobile 5.0, tap Start > Settings > System tab > Keylight icon > Battery Power tab. 2. Select the On battery power: Disable keylight if not used for: check box and select a value from the drop-down list box. 3. Tap the Advanced tab. 4.
Getting Started 1 - 13 Wireless Applications Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) allow mobile computers to communicate wirelessly and send captured data to a host device in real time. Before using the mobile computer on a WLAN, the facility must be set up with the required hardware to run the wireless LAN and the mobile computer must be configured. Refer to the documentation provided with the access points (APs) for instructions on setting up the hardware.
1 - 14 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement ActiveSync To communicate with various host devices, install Microsoft ActiveSync (version 4.1 or higher) on the host computer. Use ActiveSync to synchronize information on the mobile computer with information on the host computer. Changes made on the mobile computer or host computer appear in both places after synchronization. ActiveSync software: • Allows working with mobile computer-compatible host applications on the host computer.
Chapter 2 Accessories Introduction The series 9000 accessories provide a wide variety of product support capabilities. Accessories include cradles, keypads, Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) and Cable Adapter Module (CAM) snap-on, four slot spare battery charger, headphone, Multimedia Card (MMC), Secure Device (SD) card, Universal Battery Charger (UBC) adapter, wall mounting bracket and shelf slide. Keypads The mobile computer has interchangeable modular keypads.
2-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Miscellaneous The MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx provides the miscellaneous support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer: • Four Slot Spare Battery Charger charges up to four mobile computer spare batteries. • Headphone can be used in noisy environments.
Getting Started Keypad The mobile computer has a modular keypad. The modular keypad can be removed in the field as necessary. Keypad removal is required to replace the MMC card. CAUTION Do not remove the keypad while the mobile computer is on and do not operate the mobile computer with the keypad detached. Follow proper Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging the MMC and SD card.
2-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Figure 2-2 Installing the Keypad 4. Perform a cold boot (see Performing a Cold Boot on page 1-9). Multi Media Card (MMC) / Secure Device (SD) Card The MMC provides secondary non-volatile storage. The MMC is located under the keypad (see Figure 2-1 on page 2-3). NOTE SD cards are inter-operable with MMC cards and can also be used in MC9090-G RFID mobile computers.
Getting Started MMC/SD MMC/SD Retaining Door Figure 2-3 Inserting the MMC/SD CAUTION 6. Do not apply more than 4 in-lbs of torque when tightening the keypad screws. Replace the keypad and re-attach using the two screws (see Figure 2-2 on page 2-4).
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Chapter 3 Application Deployment for Mobile 5.0 Introduction This chapter describes features available in Windows Mobile 5.0 including new security features, how to package applications, and procedures for deploying applications onto the mobile computer. The MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx provides the detailed information on these topics.
3-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Deployment To install applications onto the mobile computer, developers package the application and all required files into a CAB file, then load the file onto the mobile computer using one of the following options: • Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 or greater • Storage Card • AirBEAM • Image Update (for updating the operating system). Refer to the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 Help file for information on CAB files.
Application Deployment for Mobile 5.0 3-3 Storage The MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx provides the support information applicable to the MC9090-G RFID mobile computer for the three types of file Windows Mobile 5.0 file storage. Information on the following topics is provided: • Random Access Memory (RAM) • Persistent Storage • Application folder.
3-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement AirBEAM Smart The AirBEAM Smart product allows specially designed software packages to be transferred between a host server and Symbol wireless handheld devices. Before transfer, AirBEAM Smart checks and compares package versions, so that only updated packages are loaded. AirBEAM Smart resides on radio-equipped client devices and allows them to request, download, and install software, as well as to upload files and status data.
Chapter 4 RFID Demo Application Introduction Application developers can use the RFIDDemo Application on page 4-2 for an overview of how the application works and to assist in application development. NOTE The screens and windows are provided for illustration purposes only and may differ from actual screens. The applications described may not be available on (or applicable to) all devices. Procedures are not device specific and are intended to provide a functional overview.
4-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement RFIDDemo Application The RFIDDemo application is provided as a demo application to be used by developers in developing customized production applications. The application is viewed on a host computer using a remote viewing application (not provided). The RFIDDemo application is provided for the purpose of demonstration and is intended to be used as-is. Gen2 tags can be read, programmed, erased, written locked and killed.
RFID Demo Application 4-3 Launching the RFIDDemo Application From the Main Window double-tap the RFIDDemo application icon to start the RFIDDemo application. It also displays battery status and the air protocols supported by the device. When the RFIDDemo application is launched, the RFIDDemo Load window displays. It displays version of RFID API, reader firmware, the air protocols and the RFID demo application. Figure 4-1 RFIDDemo Load Window Tap the File button to select the file menu options.
4-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement File Menu Options The RFIDDemo File Menu Options include: • About • Device Settings • Tag Access Parameters • Program Tag • Exit Figure 4-2 File Menu Options Window About The About window displays the demo application version information Figure 4-3 About Window
RFID Demo Application 4-5 Device Settings The RFIDDemo behavior is configurable. Tap on Settings from the RFIDDemo Load Window on page 4-3 or from File->Device Settings, RFID- Settings window appears. These settings are persistent and will be restored on a device cold boot (see Performing a Cold Boot on page 1-9). Once the settings have been modified, exit and relaunch application to enable new settings.
4-6 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Tag Logging If Tag Logging is configured, all tags will be forwarded to the serial port, or to an IP address/port. • Address: This can be an IP address, or COM port. If it is a COMPORT, enter "COM1:", etc… (a Bluetooth COM port can be configured here as well). • Port: The IP Port number or the COMPORT (i.e. if Address is COM1:, put 1 here). • Speed: This is only used for the COM port. Can be up to 115200.
RFID Demo Application Table 4-1 Registry File Example ; ***************************************************************************************************** ; RFIDDemo Registry File. This file will restore the demo settings after a cold boot. ; If you edit this file, the settings will not take affect until a cold boot occurs. Alternatively, ; on some Symbol Terminals, the registry file can be launched.
4-8 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Table 4-1 Registry File Example (Continued) ; If this is set, then the demo will attempt to contact an RFID reader at this address. "RFIDDEMO_READER_IP_ADDRESS"="" ; Attenuation level for reading tags. 0 is full power, 255 is low power. (Use hex values 00 - FF) "RFID_READCAP_RF_ATTENUATION"=dword:00000000 "RFID_READCAP_RF_ATTENUATION2"=dword:00000000 ; Order in which to issue read commands. Antenna 0, Antenna 1, etc ...
RFID Demo Application Table 4-1 Registry File Example (Continued) ; SL bit of the tag to be accessed "RFID_DEVCAP_SEL"=dword:00000000 ; Session to be used for tag access "RFID_DEVCAP_SESSION"=dword:00000000 ; Starting Q for tag access operation "RFID_DEVCAP_STARTING_Q"=dword:00000006 ; Target Inventory for tag access operation "RFID_DEVCAP_TARGET_INVENTORY"=dword:00000000 ; Write options "RFID_DEVCAP_WRITE_OPTIONS"=dword:00000001 ; Action to be performed on add select record "RFID_DEVCAP_SEL_ACTION"=dword:
4 - 10 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Tag Access Parameters The RFIDDemo behavior is configurable. Tap on Settings from the RFIDDemo Load Window on page 4-3 or from File->Tag Access Params, RFID- Tag Access Params window appears. Figure 4-5 Settings Window Reader Tag Access Parameters Settings: • Sel: Ignore SL: All tags can be inventoried; ignore the tag SL (select flag). SL: Only inventory tags with SL is set. No SL: Only inventory tags with SL flag is not SET.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 11 • Target 0x00: 0x01: 0x02: 0x03: 0x04: Modify Session S0 inventoried flag. Modify Session S1 inventoried flag. Modify Session S2 inventoried flag. Modify Session S3 inventoried flag. Modify SL flag. • Remove Select Record Index Index of the select record to be removed from the list. This value is taken when remove select record command is given from the main page. • RD PWR A0 Antenna power for read operation.
4 - 12 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Program Tag Tap File->Program Tag, RFID- Program Tag window appears. Figure 4-6 Program Tag Window Reader Program Tag Settings: • Reserved: Reserved memory bank access operation • EPC: EPC memory bank access operation • TID: TID memory bank access operation • PC: Select the check box to display the PC field data along with Tag ID • User: User memory bank access operation • User Offset: A16-bit word address at which to start reading/writing.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 13 If bits of EPC ID are given in this field and Mask bank is selected as 1 i.e EPC, then select record is added for the tag with EPC ID given in the Mask field with the Select Record Settings in theTag Access Params Dialog. NOTE When the read tag in the list box is selected, it automatically appears in the Mask field. • Tag Mask: If select record is to be added to a memory bank other than EPC, then the memory bank bits for which select record is being added are provided here.
4 - 14 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Lock Options To select Lock Options tap File->Lock Options. The RFID- Lock Options window appears. Figure 4-7 Lock Options Window The Lock Options provide the option of locking/unlocking all or individual memory banks. In the reserved memory bank, access password and kill password can be locked or unlocked separately. In lock command there are various options which can be selected in this dialog box.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 15 Tag Locking Tag locking is a two step process: • Write the tag access password (see Figure on page 4-12) • Lock the tag (see Figure on page 4-14) To write the access password first enter the access password of the tag: 1. Read the tag. 2. Click on the tag, it appear in the EPC Mask field.The tag is now selected for operations. 3. Write the access password for the tag: • Select the Reserved memory bank as the target memory bank.
4 - 16 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement To write to a locked tag 1. Read the tag. 2. Click on the tag, it appears in EPC Mask field. The tag is now selected for operations. 3. Select the EPC memory bank as the target memory bank (since the EPC ID field is locked in this example). 4. In the Data field write the new 96 bit EPC ID. 5. Select User Offset as 2 (in words) EPC memory bank. 6. Enter the access password (in the case of this example 22222222) in the field next to Lock. 7.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 17 Tap the Remove SR button and the select record is removed from the list. This command is not accepted when read is going on. If command is given while read is in progress the following message appears in the RFID - Read Window.or the record is removed, success is displayed in the RFID - Read Window. Figure 4-9 RFID - Read Window If no select record is found at the given index, then following error message is displayed in the RFID - Read Window.
4 - 18 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Duty Cycle Paramameters NOTE Only the Europeian versions of the MC9090-G RFID, working on specification EN300.220 have the Duty Cycle Params window. Per the ETSI regulations a reader that operating in compliance with this specification will not transmit more than 10% of the duty cycle. The Duty Cycle Interval is set to one hour.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 19 ETSI EN 302-208 Tx-Channel Selection The ETSI EN302-208 Tx-Channels window is only available on MC9090 EU specification EN302.208 products. A reader operating within the specification parameters may operate on any (or all) of the four available channels. By default all 4 channels will be selected. To select channel(s) select the check box as shown in Figure 4-12. Tap File->ETSI EN302-208 Tx-Channels, the ETSI EN302-208 Tx-Channels selection window appears.
4 - 20 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement RFIDFlash Utility (Radio Firmware Update Utility) The RFIDFlash utility is the radio firmware update utility, used to update the RFID radio module firmware. To update the radio firmware, access the RFIDFlash utility; Tap Start - File Explorer to access the File Explorer application. . Figure 4-13 Main Windows From main Explorer window (see Figure 4-13) click Application - RFIDFLASH to access the RFIDFlash utility.
RFID Demo Application 4 - 21 Click Browse for Flash File and the Select Files window appears. . Figure 4-15 RFIDFlash Loader Windows Scroll to the flash file and click to select, click OK. The Select Files window appears . Figure 4-16 RFIDFlash Loader Windows Click Start Flash to download the flash update file.
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Chapter 5 GeminiRFID Demo Application Introduction Application developers can use the Launching the GeminiRFID Demo Application on page 5-3 for an overview of how the application works and to assist in application development. Integrators can use the MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx for product settings and as an aid in the product integration. Use the utilities to change and/or set the device parameters and to test applications.
5-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Using GeminiRFID Demo to Read Tags From a Remote Reader The GeminiRFID Demo can reside on many CE4.2/CE5.0 and Mobile based devices including Motorola's MC909x handhelds, RD5000, WIN CE based VRCs, and XR Series products. On devices that have integrated RFID reading, the GeminiRFID Demo automatically finds and connects to the integrated RFID reader. These readers include RD5000, MC90xx, and XR Series.
GeminiRFID Demo Application 5-3 Launching the GeminiRFID Demo Application To launch the GeminiRFID Demo application, tap Start - File Explorer - Application - Gemini_RFID icon. When the GeminiRFID Demo application is launched, the main Tags window displays. List of unique tags (tags read) Menu selections EPC data Menu button Figure 5-1 RFID - Main Tags Window Tap on the File->Settings menu option to modify the Gemini application settings. See Settings on page 5-8 for detailed settings information.
5-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Reading Tags When the mobile computer trigger is pressed, the mobile computer interrogates all of the tags within the radio frequency (RF) field of view. For each new tag found, the mobile computer beeps once and displays a tag icon in the main RFID Tag window. If the same tag is found again, the mobile computer does not beep. When the trigger is released, the mobile computer stops interrogating tags.
GeminiRFID Demo Application 5-5 Selecting Tags The Tag window can display up to 20 tags. If more than 20 tags are found, the application allows the user to page forward and backward through the list of icons representing the tags found. To select a tag to view the tag data: 1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Start - File Explorer - Application - Gemini_RFID icon. Read a tag (see Reading Tags on page 5-4). Select a tag icon in the Tags window.
5-6 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Saving Tag Data A list of read tags can be saved on the mobile computer. The application saves the tag list to the "\My Documents" folder and names the file RFIDTaglist.csv. The file is a .csv format (comma separated text file). This file format can be read by MS Excel, or other applications that support .csv. The sample file contains the following information.
GeminiRFID Demo Application 5-7 About Tap File - About to view the application version number, the RFID DLL version number, the RFID reader module firmware version number, date code, and serial and port information. Figure 5-3 RFID - About Window Log Tap File - Log to display the Log menu. Figure 5-4 RFID - Log Menu From the Log menu, tap: • Clear Log to clear logged data. • Log On turns on the log feature. With this feature is turned on, the display splits into two sections: upper and lower.
5-8 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Settings The Settings window is used to set the number of iterations to read tags. To set the class type(s) to read (Gen2 is on by default). The settings window is also used to set and test read/write power. Tap File - Settings to display the Settings window.
GeminiRFID Demo Application 5-9 Gen2 Operational Settings The Gen2 Operational Settings window is used to configure the Gen2 tag operational parameters. Tap File - Gen2 Settings to display the Gen2 Operational Settings window. Figure 5-6 Gen2 Operational Settings Window Table 5-2 Gen2 Operational Settings Setting Selection Session Target Starting Parameter Description Specifies the expected selected flag setting in the target tag population. Ignore SL Ignore the selected flag.
5 - 10 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Mode Menu Tap the Mode menu to use the Inventory method to read tags, locate a tag, program a tag, scan a bar code, or write a tag. Mode menu options offer all of the operations available by tapping an icon on the main Tags window menu bar. Inventory Tap Mode - Inventory to start reading tags using the Inventory method. Using this method, the application performs as if the trigger is pulled.
GeminiRFID Demo Application 5 - 11 Program Tag This option can be used to program Gen2 RFID tags. Gen2 tags can be programmed, erased, locked and killed. Each tag contains 88 or 120 bits, which includes the EPC number (64 or 96 bits), CRC, and Kill Code. Locking, and killing tags requires a Kill Code which is 1 byte (8 bits) long.
5 - 12 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement NOTE 9. For a successful tag read, the allowable read distance from the front of the mobile computer scan exit window to the tag is 0.2 ft - 10 ft (0.061 m to 3.1 m). Tap Erase to erase an unlocked tag. 10. Tap Lock to lock a tag so that it cannot be changed. A lock/kill code is required to lock a tag. See Program Tag on page 5-11. 11. Tap Kill to make a tag unreadable. A lock/kill code is required to kill a tag. (See Program Tag on page 5-11.) 12.
Chapter 6 SymbolRoam Introduction The SymbolRoam application is provided to allow users change operating regions. NOTE The SymbolRoam application is not provided on the EU configuration. The EU configuration is pre-set to comply with the EU regulatory specifications. 'The SymbolRoam application is run on boot-up each time the unit is re-started. To run the application manually, run SymbolROAM.exe from the path \Application\ROAM on the device.
6-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement SymbolRoam, Region Change The first time the application is run the SymbolRoam window displays. The warning WARN: Registry region undefined displays the first time SymbolRoam is used and default region is not changed. This indicates that the regions have not been changed from the default US/Canada. Figure 6-1 SymbolRoam Window Country Drop Down List The list of selectable countries is provided on the Country Drop Down List window (see Figure 6-2).
SymbolRoam SymbolRoam Version To display the SymbolRoam version, tap the Symbol logo (see Figure 6-3). The currently installed SymbolRoam version information is displayed. . Figure 6-3 SymbolRoam Version Window NOTE If the device is cold booted, .NET 2.0 (required to run SymbolRoam) will be re-installed.
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Chapter 7 Maintenance & Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the RFID reader, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during RFID reader operating. Maintaining the RFID reader For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the RFID reader: • Take care not to scratch the screen of the RFID reader.
7-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Accessories The MC909X Integrator Guide, P/N: 72E-72216-xx provides the troubleshooting information applicable to the following MC9090-G RFID mobile computer accessories: • Bluetooth Connection • Four Slot Charge Only Cradle • Four Slot Ethernet Cradle • Four Slot Spare Battery Charger • Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle • Cable Adapter Module • Magnetic Stripe Reader • Modem Module Battery Safety Guidelines • The area in which the units are charged should be cl
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 7-3 Troubleshooting RFID Reader Table 7-1 Troubleshooting the RFID reader Problem RFID reader does not turn on. Cause Solution Lithium-ion battery not charged. Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in the RFID reader. Lithium-ion battery not installed properly. Ensure battery is installed properly. See Installing the Main Battery on page 1-4. System crash. Perform a warm boot. If the RFID reader still does not turn on, perform a cold boot.
7-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Table 7-1 Troubleshooting the RFID reader (Continued) Problem RFID reader turns itself off. Cause Solution RFID reader is inactive. The RFID reader turns off after a period of inactivity. If the RFID reader is running on battery power, this period can be set to 30 sec., 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 minutes. If the RFID reader is running on external power, this period can be set to 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 15 and 30 minutes. For Mobile 5.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting 7-5 Table 7-1 Troubleshooting the RFID reader (Continued) Problem The RFID reader does not accept scan input. Cause Solution Scanning application is not loaded. Verify that the unit is loaded with a scanning application. See the System Administrator. Unreadable bar code. Ensure the symbol is not defaced. Distance between exit window and bar code is incorrect. Ensure RFID reader is within proper scanning range. Mobile computer is not programmed for the bar code.
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Appendix A Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following tables summarize the RFID reader intended operating environment and general technical hardware specifications. RFID Reader The following table summarizes the reader technical specifications. Table A-1 Technical Specifications Item MC9090-G RFID Physical and Environmental Characteristics Dimensions 9.1 in. L x 3.6 in. W x 7.6 in. H 23.1 cm L x 9.1 cm H x 19.3 cm H Weight 25 oz.
A-2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Table A-1 Technical Specifications (Continued) Item Data Capture Options MC9090-G RFID Omni-directional 1D and 2D imaging engine reads symbologies and captures grayscale images and signatures with intuitive laser aiming.
Technical Specifications Table A-1 Technical Specifications (Continued) Item MC9090-G RFID Nominal read range1 10 ft./3.04 m with the RFX6000 4x4 tag optimally oriented. Field Half read range beam width: +/- 80 degrees (with tags optimally oriented). Antenna Integrated, circularly polarized, 1.5 dB effective linear gain per axis (nominal); Antenna port for future support of optional external antenna. Frequency Range 902-928 MHz Output power 1W conducted (1.
A-4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Table A-1 Technical Specifications (Continued) Item MC9090-G RFID Regulatory Electrical Safety Certified to UL60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN60950-1, IEC 60950-1. WLAN and Bluetooth® USA — FCC Part 15.247, 15.407; Canada — RSS-210. RF Exposure USA — FCC Part 2, FCC OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C; Canada — RSS-102. RFID USA — FCC Part 15.247, 15.205, 15.209: Canada — RSS-210. EMI/RFI USA — FCC Part 15; Canada — ICES 0003 Class B.
Technical Specifications Modem Module Table A-2 Environmental Parameters and Technical Hardware Specifications Item Description Asynchronous character format Up to 10 bits, including data, start, stop, and parity bits Asynchronous data rates Transmission rate fallback through 300 bps Chipset Conexant SCM Compatible public switched network jacks RJ11 Dialing capability Tone and rotary pulse Line requirements Public switched telephone network (PSTN) including international connections Operating
A-6 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement Mobile Computer Pin-Outs 9 17 8 1 Figure A-1 Pin Locations Table A-3 Pin-Outs PIN Number Signal Name Function 1 USB_GND USB 2 USB_D_PLUS USB 3 TXD RS232C 4 RXD RS232C 5 DCD RS232C 6 RTS RS232C 7 DSR RS232C 8 GND Ground, 2.5A max. 9 RI RS232C 10 CRADLE_DET Grounded by cradle when in cradle 11 DTR RS232C 12 Not connected Not connected 13 POWER_IN 12V, 2.
Technical Specifications Accessory CAM and MSR Pin-Outs Figure A-2 CAM and MSR Serial Connector Table A-4 CAM and MSR Serial Connector Pin-outs Pin Signal 1 USB_5V_DET 2 USB_D_MINUS 3 USB_D_PLUS 4 GND 5 GND 6 PWR_EXT_OUT 7 CRADLE_DET* 8 DSR 9 DCD 10 TXD 11 CTS 12 DTR 13 RI 14 RTS 15 RXD A-7
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Index A access points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 auto charge cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3, 2-2 CAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3, 2-2 DEX cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3, 2-2 four slot charge only cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index - 2 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement charging batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 charging spare batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 charging the main battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 clean boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 cleaning RFID reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 clearing RFID tags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index - 3 R radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 radio firmware update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20 radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x RAPI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 rapid deployment client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 bar codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 RD . . . . . . . . . .
Index - 4 MC9090-G RFID Integrator Guide Supplement wireless applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 WLAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12, 1-13 WLAN 802.11a/b/g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x WPAN Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x X XML provisioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 SCM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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