875-0030-03 RevA Vega Reader Setup Guide
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Contents ThingMagic Vega Set Up Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 In-vehicle Reader Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automotive Environmental Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrostatic Discharge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFID ASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Introduction The Vega Reader kit is a self-contained reader that can be deployed as a UHF RFID reader with a standard serial interface. The Vega is built on the ThingMagic M5e module. For more information on the M5e please see the M5e-Family Developer’s Guide. This document provides an overview of the hardware and basic command and control of the Vega.
Included Components Included Components With the Vega RS, you will receive the following components: The ThingMagic Vega reader One, Two or Three antennas and Cables, depending on your configuration Documentation and software development kit packages can be found at http://rfid.thingmagic.com/devkit One Jumper Terminator for the ReaderEnable on the GPIO Connector.
Setting up Vega Setting up Vega When setting up Vega, use the following procedures: 1. Connecting the Antenna(s) 2. Powering up the Vega 3. Connecting the Serial Cable Connecting the Antenna(s) ThingMagic supplies a variety of monostatic antenna types for use with Vega. Vega supports up to three antennas. Use the following procedure to connect the antenna to the Vega.
Setting up Vega Note In order to use the Antenna 2 port it is necessary to set the antenna configuration and toggle the GPIO Output #1 to High. When using the MercuryAPI (v1.9 and later) to develop Vega applications the GPIO mapping for antenna configuration is handled for you. You can simply specify antennas as 1, 2 and 3 and they will map to the labels on the Vega.
Reading Tags Reading Tags The following procedure explains how to install and activate the Reader Assistant on your PC. Start the Universal Reader Assistant 1. Get Universal-Reader-Assistant from the ThingMagic website, its part of the MercuryAPI SDK package under /cs/samples/exe/Universal-Reader-Assistant.exe, and insall it on the computer that is connected to the USB Reader ( http://rfid.thingmagic.com/devkit). 2. Set up the computer to Vega as described in Setting up Vega 3.
Using GPIO and ReaderEnable Using GPIO and ReaderEnable Two general purpose inputs, one general purpose output and the ReaderEnable input are provided through a 6 position Tyco Amp 1445049-6 Connector (Mating Shell: 1445022-6, Mating Contact: 794610-3). GPIO describes the pin out for this connector. GPIO The GPIO signals can be accessed using the Config tab on Reader Assistant as described in the previous section.
Using GPIO and ReaderEnable Note: Note that there is no GPO-1 connection. This signal is used for switching between antennas 2 and 3. Figure 1: Connector Cable ReaderEnable There are two connections that can be used to enable the reader. The Serial connector provides access to the ReaderEnable1 signal. The GPIO connector provides access to the ReaderEnable2 signal. At least one of these signals must be pulled to greater than +2V for the reader to be active.
Mechanical Mechanical The reader mounting is as shown in Vega Mechanical (all dimensions in cm). The four mounting holes are designed for M4 screws with lock washers and 15mm x 1.5mm flat washers. Figure 2: Vega Mechanical (all dimensions in cm) Mounting the Reader To mount the reader on a ceiling or wall, follow these steps: 1. Hold the reader in its mounting location and mark the position of the four mounting screws.
Mechanical 2. Drill holes for the screws and install wall or ceiling anchors if required. For ceiling mount, use only anchors specifically designed for ceilings. 3. Hold reader over holes and insert the screws and tighten until almost flush with the wall. 4. Tighten the screws. Rack Mount Considerations Elevated Operating Ambient If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient.
Vega Specifications Power AC/DC Power Required Reader : 10-16 VDC, 8 W maximum at 12 V when transmitting Optional AC Power Adapter: 100-240 VDC, 50-60 Hz, 10 W maximum when transmitting Note If an AC Power Adapter supply is used it must meet the following criteria: - Be UL Listed - Meet the above operating specs - The output must comply with SELV and LPS characteristics - Have a maximum operating ambient temperature that meets or exceeds the intended Vega operating temperatures as covered under the UL Lis
Automotive Environmental Standards Confirmed to meet in-vehicle standards for: Powered Thermal Cycle (IEC 68-2-14wNb) Thermal Shock Resistance A & B (IEC 68-2-14Na) Powered Vibration Endurance (IEC 68-2-6) Mechanical Shock (IEC 68-2-32, 68-2-27) Humidity-Temperature Cycle ( Water/Fluids Ingress (IEC Pub. 529 Sec. 14.
Performance Tag Read Rate Up to 190 tags/second Tag Read Distance Over 30 feet (9 m) with 6 dBi antenna (36 dBm EIRP) Tag / Transponder Protocols RFID Protocol Support EPCglobal Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C) with Anti-Collision, DRM, and advanced antijamming Regional Support Certification obtained or in progress for the following regions: North and South America, EU, Korea and other Asia-PAC countries.
Data/Control Interface Data/Control 9-pin serial connector, supporting RS232 with asynchronous data rates up to 921.6 kbps. DTR signal turns off reader completely to conserve power. GPIO Sensors and Controls 2 General Purpose inputs and one output, accessible via Molex Connector Protocol Command-response protocol protected by length field and 16-bit CRC. Physical Dimensions 8.5 in L x 5.25 in W x 1.5 in H (21.6 cm x 13.3 cm x 3.
Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID: QV5SR5E This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules for intentional radiators and Class A digital devices when installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual. Following these rules provides reasonable protection against harmful interference from equipment operated in a commercial area.
Compliance Information
