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Mobile Locating Solution

User Guide

P/N: 0510-0216-B_Draft 3

Released: 1/16/06

Users must read this guide before using the product.

3125 N. 126th St.

Brookfield, WI 53005 USA

PH: (800) 669-9946 or (262) 790-1771

www.rft.com

info@rft.com

Summary of content (14 pages)

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Mobile Locating Solution User Guide User Guide P/N: 0510-0216-B_Draft 3 Released: 1/16/06 3125 N. 126th St. Brookfield, WI 53005 USA PH: (800) 669-9946 or (262) 790-1771 www.rft.com info@rft.com Users must read this guide before using the product.
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Contents Specifications System Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 Pocket PC Seeker Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7 Operating System: Pocket PC 2003 Using the Seeker Software.
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Getting the Tag to sound or flash • The beeper and light are controlled by checkboxes on the Find Tags window. Make sure the correct selections are made before performing a search. Selecting the correct communications port In most cases the Seeker application will detect the Plug and Play ID of the RF Reader and configure it for the correct communications port. If the application can not find the RF Reader it is possible to manually configure the communications port. Open the Settings window.
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Important Warnings Troubleshooting It is important for your facility to implement and enforce the following warnings in order to keep all equipment functioning properly. Use the following Troubleshooting tips. If the Pocket PC application no longer responds WARNING: Installation and Configuration It is the responsibility of the facility to follow the installation instructions carefully and to use the components and supplies specified by RF Technologies, Inc. for all installations.
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Integrate with MRM Preface You can integrate the Seeker database with the PinPoint Mobile Resource Manager (MRM) software. This is a feature option that comes with the Seeker Mobile Locating Solution. For more information, contact RF Technologies, Inc. at (800) 669-9946 or (262)790-1771. Introduction Service Tab The PinPoint MRM Services are required when integrating the Seeker database with the MRM database.
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System Overview The Seeker Mobile Locating Solution is a resource tracking system that uses a Pocket PC and RF Reader to read Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tags. The mobile reader is used to “search” an area for “Tags” that are attached to resources. The reader can find an individual Tag, or search for all Tags with a specific Department ID. When a Tag is within range of the mobile reader, an audible beep and light is generated by the Tag so a user can locate the equipment.
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Settings System Components About Tab The following components comprise the Seeker Mobile Locating Solution. Seeker software information is located on the About tab in the Setting window. It displays the application version and operating system version. To display Seeker software information 1. Tap Settings from the Main Window. 2. Select the About Tab. HELPFUL HINTS Be sure to have this information available when contacting the RF Technologies Customer Support Team.
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Seeker Installation Viewing History To install the Seeker Software Each time a Tag is received, a record is created in the History table in the Seeker database. The historical records can be viewed in the View History window. Each record is presented with a time stamp of when the Tag was found and the resource name or Department/Tag ID. 1. Using a sync cable or cradle, connect your Pocket PC to the computer. For additional information, see the documentation that arrived with the Pocket PC.
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Write Tags Mounting Seeker Tags This selection is used for programming tag IDs. Each Tag is manufactured with a unique ID, which is located on the front of the Tag. The last two digits on the label are the default Department ID and Tag ID. This enables Tags to be used without the need to program them immediately. The Seeker Tag can be attached using an adhesive pad that can be purchased with the Tag. The following section provides detailed steps about applying the Tag using the adhesive pad.
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Using Seeker Software Working Online This section provides detailed information about using the Seeker Software to perform basic finds for resources. In the online mode, two additional selections appear: Download and Upload. These selections enable the Seeker Software to remain synchronized with the PinPoint Mobile Resource Manager software system. To start the Seeker Software 1. On the Pocket PC, tap Start->Seeker.
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Department Entry Find Tags The Department Entry allows users to enter information about departments used to group Tags. The Find Tags window appears in one of three modes. To add Department information 1. 1. Tap Add. The Add Department window appears. 2. In the Department box, select a Department ID. 3. In the Name box, type in the department name. 4. Tap OK, to save the department information.
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Selecting a Tag to Find To find a Tag using Department and Tag 1. In the Department box, select a Department ID. 2. In the Tag box, select a Tag ID. 3. Select the Beep checkbox, to hear the Tag beep. Select the Light checkbox to see the Tag flash. 4. Move the Range slider to the right to increase the range. Adjusting the Range increases and decreases the range at which Tags respond. A lower setting decreases the range that Tags can be read from the RF Reader. 5.
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Working Offline Find Results The Offline mode allows you to find a Tag by its Tag Entry and Department Entry. Each Tag received in this mode is displayed with its Tag ID and Department ID, along with the Receive Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) at which it was received. The RSSI indicates a relative distance from the reader. If the tag has a low battery, an low battery icon is displayed above the signal strength bar.
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Progress Bar Viewing Tag Details During a search a progress bar is displayed. The Tag count in the lower left corner is increased as Tags are received. Once all the Tags are received the progress bar will indicate “Complete” and the Tag List will be filled with the Tags received. Selecting a Tag in the Find Tags window displays the Tag Details window. The Tag Details window provides additional information about the Tag and enables the specified Tag to be found again.