RD7950 Integrated UHF RFID Reader Quick Start Guide February 24, 2005 PN 8100056.
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Return-To-Factory Warranty Psion Teklogix warrants a return-to-factory warranty for a period of one year. In some regions, the warranty exceeds this period. Please contact your local Psion Teklogix office for details. For a list of offices, refer to “Support Services & Worldwide Offices” on page 13.
Table Of Contents FCC Interference Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2. Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.1 Flexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.2 Ruggedness. . . . . . . . . . .
FCC Interference Statement This equipment complies with Class B, Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Psion Teklogix, the party responsible for compliance, may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 1.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 2. Warning to Users Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Psion Teklogix Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Emissions Information For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
1. Introduction The RD7950 Integrated UHF RFID Reader is an EPC-compliant 900MHz RFID reader available for use with the Psion Teklogix 7535 Hand-Held Computer. The RD7950 meets the EPC-compliance requirements of Wal-Mart and the U.S. Department of Defense, while leveraging existing hardware infrastructures. Multimedia data capture capabilities are delivered by combining RFID with existing technologies such as laser bar code scanning or imaging. 2. Features 2.
2.3 Ergonomics Well balanced, lightweight, and with an easy-to-handle pistol grip, the RD7950 is easy to use for a full shift. 3. Installation To install the RD7950 Integrated UHF RFID Reader to the 7535 Hand-Held Computer, first attach the pistol grip. Pistol Grip 7535 Hand-Held RD7950 Plug Long Screw Figure 3.
Attaching The Pistol Grip Notes: A Phillips head screwdriver is required. Do not use adhesives such as Loctite to secure the screws on carrying accessories. These chemicals may damage the plastic casing. The pistol grip is attached to the back of the 7535 Hand-Held Computer using the four threaded inserts in the upper part of the 7535 casing.
Top Screws (to be inserted through the RD7950) Bottom Screws Figure 3.2 Pistol Grip Attachment To 7535 Hand-Held Computer Attaching The RD7950 • Push the plug through the pistol grip, with the hole in the plug towards the front. Figure 3.3 • Attach the RD7950 to the 7535/pistol grip assembly by screwing it on with the top screws.
• Screw the long screw through the pistol grip. Figure 3.4 • Plug the RD7950 into the tether port. Figure 3.
Figure 3.6 RD7950 Installed On 7535 Hand-Held Computer 3.1 Enabling The RD7950 • In the 7535 unit, when the trigger source is selected for RFID usage, pulling the trigger causes a Scanning icon to appear. While that icon is displayed, the RD7950 is powered on and actively probing for RFID tags. • When the trigger is released, the image will disappear, and the RD7950 is powered down.
4. Product Specifications *Specifications subject to change. 4.1 Standards Compliance EPC Class 0, 0+ and Class 1 ISO 18000-6 Type B (U-Code, HSL) Software upgradeable to UHF Gen 2 BiStar, EM, Impinj Zuma 4.2 Terminal Interface 7535 Hand-Held Computer 4.3 Programming Environment Windows® Win32 File API 4.4 RFID Applications Psion Teklogix RFID File System 4.
Number of Hops: Data Rate: Input Voltage: Current Rating: 50 57600 5V 1.5A Read Distance Class 0, 2x2 tag: 0 - 2.5 m (0 - 8 ft.) Class 0, l1020: 0 - 3 m (0 - 10 ft.) Class 0+ 4x4: 0 - 3.5 m (0 - 11 ft.) Class 1 9238 Squiggle: 0 - 2.5 m (0 - 8 ft.) Class 1 9338: 0 - 3.5 m (0 - 11 ft.) Read distance is highly dependant upon tag configuration, material to which the tag is applied, and the presence of metal and water around the tag. Metal and water will decrease read ranges significantly.
Environmental Operating temp: Storage temp: Humidity: Rain/Dust: Shock: Cradle vibration: 0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F) -25°C to +60°C (-13°F to 140°F) 5 - 95% RH, non-condensing IEC 529, classification IP54 1.22 m (4 ft.) drop to polished concrete multiple times 1.5g RMS PSD (4 Hz - 500 Hz) Approvals Industry Canada RSS-210 FCC Part 15 Safety: UL 1950, CSA C22.
5. Support Services & Worldwide Offices Psion Teklogix provides a complete range of product support services to its customers worldwide. These services include technical support and product repairs. 5.1 Technical Support Technical Support for Mobile Computing Products is provided via e-mail through the Psion Teklogix customer and partner extranets. To reach the website, go to www.psionteklogix.com and click on the appropriate Teknet link on the home page.
Note: Customers calling the toll-free number should have their Psion Teklogix customer number or trouble ticket number available. Voice: 1 800 387-8898 (press option “2”) Fax: 1 905 812-6304 5.3 Worldwide Offices COMPANY HEADQUARTERS AND CANADIAN SERVICE CENTRE Psion Teklogix Inc. 2100 Meadowvale Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5N 7J9 Tel: +1 905 813 9900 Fax: +1 905 812 6300 E-mail: salescdn@psion.com NORTH AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS AND U.S. SERVICE CENTRE Psion Teklogix Corp.
INTERNATIONAL SUBSIDIARIES (SEE ALSO WWW.PSIONTEKLOGIX.COM) Psion Teklogix S.A. La Duranne 135 Rue Rene Descartes BP 421000 13591 Aix-En-Provence Cedex 3; France Tel: +33 4 42 90 88 09 Fax: +33 4 42 90 88 88 E-mail: tekeuro@psion.
