IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual
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1. 35 View Certificates 35 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications 37 About RFID Applications 0 0 0 0 ee eee 38 About the RFID Resource Kit 38 About NET Support 0 00000 cece ete 38 About Java 38 How to Execute Java 39 How to Execute JAR 39 How to Enable the Java Just In Time 39 How to Specify the Class Path for the Java Virtual Machine 40 About Java Support for Microsoft SQL Server and Sybase 40 Create an Installation 40 Create a Configuration File 40 Configuration File 41 Archive the Installation 41 How Install RFID 5 41 Install Applications On to the 42 How to Manage 5 42 Start an Application 42 Stop an Application alee Fe pone gr va be 43 Uninstal2. Switching the High Side How to Switch the Low Side with Reader Power 62 For low side switching applications the lamp power is routed to all the lamps in common and the low side of the load is routed to the switch Connect the external indicator lamp to the Output and 12 VDC pins and short the corresponding Output pin to ground External indicator lamp 0 25 A maximum 12 V lt L p 2 Output lt J Output lt Ground lt Switching the Low Side of the Output Load IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports How to Switch the High Side with External Power To use external power 5 to 48 VDC to switch the high side connect the Ground pin to the ground system of the external power supply and connect the positive side of the external supply to the Output pin The external indicator lamp is connected to the corresponding Output and Ground pins External power 5 48 VDC Output Output lt p Lj Ground lt E External indicator lamp Switching the High Side with External Power IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 63 Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports Drive a DC Relay to Control an AC Load While the reader outputs are designed to switch DC loads they can also drive relays that control AC loads 12 V lt AC motor Output 120 230 P NS Groun
3. 19 Configure the Device Configuration Web Service 20 Download the Device Configuration WSDL Document 21 Configure Services ood cv news ned Mie Be XX ER heated 22 Services 22 About RFID 23 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual iii Contents Configure the BRI Server 24 BRI Server 5 24 View the BRI Server Log 25 BRI Server Event 25 Configure the BRI Attribute Settings 26 BRI Attribute Settings 26 Configure LLRP 5 29 ELRBP Settings ncicccuae ke B Ie eeteaatelbneeat es 31 Configure Security ax ees Saat Ae NY t RR DU SEEN 31 Change User 32 User Credential 32 Configure the RADIUS 33 RADIUS Server 33 Disable Serial Port 5 34 About Certiticates lt ossi peu dada al E a ed eee eee be 34 Import a
4. tratie Sera Conte ater 2 Clear the Enable Serial Configuration check box 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes About Certificates The default server certificate on the reader ValidforHTTPSOnly provides support for secure network applications such as the secure web browser interface and secure LLRP client connections You can also use a third party CA to issue unique client certificates and a root certificate 34 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Import a Certificate To enhance security import a certificate to the reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Security gt Import Certificate aktermec Fama Pulp Logout Intermec RFID SER NS Navigation Menu Import Certificate Import Certificate Warning Do not dose or navigate away from this page during import D 2 Select the type of certificate 3 Click Browse and select the certificate If you selected a server certificate to import enter the passphrase for the certificate 5 Click Import Certificate The certificate is imported View Certificates Use the web browser interface to view the certificates loaded on to the reader Login to the web browser interface and click Security Certificate Details The Certificate Details screen appears IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 35 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader 36 IF1 Fixed RFI
5. 1 Create a configuration file 2 Archive the installation files Create a Configuration File When you create an application for the reader you need to include a configuration file in the root directory of the archive so that the application can run on the reader 1 Open a text editor and type this syntax AUTOSTART true false RUNAFTERINSTALL true false CMDLINE Command line to start the application 40 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications where AUTOSTART specifies whether the application automatically starts when the reader boots RUNAFTERINSTALL specifies whether the application starts immediately after installation CMDLINE specifies the application name and optional parameters it accepts Specify command line parameters as if the application is being executed from inside the directory containing the application 2 Save the configuration file with the name userapp conf Configuration File Example This example auto starts an application when the reader boots and runs an application named testapp exe AUTOSTART true RUNAFTERINSTALL false CMDLINE testapp exe Note The reader executes applications from their installation directories so the userapp conf file does not need to include path information Archive the Installation Files To install an RFID application on the reader you need to p
6. 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes User Credential Settings User Credential settings control the user name and password you use to log in to the reader User Credential Settings The user name to log in to the reader The user name can be from 1 to 32 characters long You must always specify a user name Setting Description Username Default is intermec Password Read only password 32 The password to log in to the reader This password gives you both read and write access to the reader configuration The password can be from 8 to 32 characters long You must always specify a password Default is intermec The password to log in to the reader This password gives a user read only access The user can view the configuration of the reader and execute diagnostics but cannot perform any tasks that affect the reader operation Default is read only The read only password cannot be deleted To disable read only access you need to enable the RADIUS server IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure the RADIUS Server If you are using a password server to manage users who log in to the reader you need to enable and configure the RADIUS server 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Security gt Passwords Intermec Hanval Help Logout mec RFID Monday May 05 2014 09 50 11 Mee Passwords Inter Kctivate Changes User Credenti
7. 3 Click Upload The application is uploaded to the reader placed in the home developer edgeware userappO directory and the application name appears in the Edgeware Applications list 42 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications How to Manage Applications To maximize resources you can start stop or uninstall applications on the reader Start an Application By default an application is stopped You can start the application from the web browser interface 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 Click gt to start an application Stop an Application Stop an application from running to reduce the amount of resources that the reader is using 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 Click a to stop an application Uninstall an Application Uninstall an application that you are not using to free up storage space on the reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 Click to uninstall an application Auto Start an Application at Boot Time There are two ways to configure your application to auto start when the reader boots Through the web browser e Through the co
8. Intermec 3D ID TER NavigaUon Menu Deve Management D network Configuration RANNE Changes Device Management 2 Click DeviceConfiguration wsdl The document opens in the browser window IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 21 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure Services Configure the way users such as developers can access and configure the reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration gt Services Manual Walp Logout Ar 30 2014 1 59 Intermec RFID NavigaUon Menu sene 1 2 Enable or disable the services by selecting or clearing the check boxes or by selecting options from the drop down list 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes Services Settings Services settings control the way users access the reader Services Settings Service Description Enable Web Server Enables access to the web browser interface An insecure Insecure connection only allows users to log in to web browser interface from HTTPS through port 80 Enable Web Server Enables access to the web browser interface An insecure Secure connection only allows users to log in to web browser interface from HTTPS through port 443 Enable SSH Server Enables Secure Shell SSH access to the Linux system console using the same login and password as the web browser interface default is intermec SSH access
9. You connect external controls such as motion sensors or indicator lamps to the GPIO interfaces which can then trigger reader operations Each interface is electrically isolated from the reader and designed for low voltage DC loads The reader can also supply 5 VDC at 0 30 A to external devices How the inputs and outputs are used depends on the RFID application software being used in the system You need to coordinate input and output control wiring with the software developer How to Use the Input Interfaces Each of the two inputs is compatible with input signals of 4 5 to 28 VDC Both the high and low signal contacts are exposed and isolated to 1500 V Input impedance is 1 8 K ohms minimum GPIO Input Signals Signal Description Min Typical Max High High input voltage 4 5 V 24V 28V Low Low input voltage 1V OV 8 V In a typical application the reader senses input from an external control like a switch and then starts a tag read operation There are three basic ways to connect input controls to the reader input interfaces e Supply the input interface with power from the reader e Isolate the reader from the input power source e Use open collector solid state drive from a remote device to control the inputs 58 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports Powered Input Example The reader powered input the simplest way to connect a control to a reader input interface If t
10. and orange Blinking red Off IF1 Accessories Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader Description RF field is active A tag is being interrogated The reader cannot output the requested RF power level or an RF fault is detected The reader is not powered The reader is powered an Ethernet link is established and the host is connected Packets of information are being sent through the Ethernet port An Ethernet link is established but there is no host connection The reader is powered but an Ethernet link is not established The reader is not powered You can use these accessories sold and ordered separately with the IF1 To order accessories contact your local sales representative IF1 Accessories Accessory Wall Mounting Kit Ethernet Connector Kit GPIO Cable IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Description The wall mounting kit allows you to mount the IF1 to a flat surface The Ethernet Connector Kit provides a secure connection from your Ethernet cable to the IF1 and is required if you need to maintain the IP66 rating of the IF1 15 pin GPIO cable to connect General Purpose Input Output control lines to external devices Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader About the Mounting Kit Options You can install the reader with a wall mounting kit P N 219 028 001 or a VESA mounting kit Contact your local sales representative for more information Install the Wall Mounting Kit To
11. GPIO 57 About the GPIO Interfaces 58 How to Use the Input Interfaces 58 Powered Input Example 0 0 c eee eh 59 Isolated Input Interface 59 Open Collector Input Interface Example 60 How to Use the Output 61 How to Switch the High Side with Reader 62 How to Switch the Low Side with Reader 62 How to Switch the High Side with External 63 Drive a DC Relay to Control an AC 64 How to Use the Power Interface 65 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual V Contents A SDSCITICallonS ioco ea Soca Fe pt yt 67 IET Specifications ovens ber oie Bs ev tb sed e e era 68 IF1L Enhanced 5 69 Optional Integrated Antenna Specifications 70 Port Pin Assignments 71 GPIOCP OMS es mer Bhd ala be A bes Pate anms 71 Ethernet Portus sen Baie de Seeds aged ee 72 vi IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Before You Begin Before You Beg
12. Receive power 82 dBm at 1 W Transmit power 30 dBm DC electrical rating 55V 0 3A Power consumption 10 W maximum Power source 802 3af Power Over Ethernet Operating temperature 25 C to 65 C 13 F to 149 F Storage temperature 30 C to 75 C 22 F to 167 F Humidity 10 to 90 Non condensing Environmental protection rating IP66 with Ethernet cable housing Operating system Linux Application interface Basic Reader Interface BRI Low Level Reader Protocol LLRP Application support Net Java Specifications listed may be different due to individual country regulations IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 69 Appendix A Specifications Optional Integrated Antenna Specifications Integrated Antenna Specifications Antenna type Gain Linear polarized 7 5 dBi RF connector port RP TNC connector Air interface protocol ISO 18000 6C ARTEFACT PA SINIAV GO 70 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Appendix A Specifications Port Pin Assignments GPIO Port Use this section to understand the port pin assignments for the ports located on the reader The GPIO port allows GPIO communications with your reader The GPIO port is standard with two antenna port options of the reader and optional with the integrated antenna options of the reader 2 p En GPIO Port Pin Assignments Pin Function Description 1 5 VDC 10 Non isolated wetting suppl
13. SUpport vaca tule patti pe vii Send viii Telephone viii Who Should Read This 1 viii Related Documents viii 1 About the RFID 1 About the RFID Reader 0 0 2 cee eren 2 About the RFID Reader 3 About the LED Indicators 4 ACCOSSOLIGS x oe os arte Ne tio mue o e es 5 About the Mounting Kit Options 6 Install the Wall Mounting 6 How to Communicate with the IF1 8 Assign an IP AddresS 0 00 cece eee 8 Log In to the Web Browser Interface 12 Set the Date and Time 13 2 Configure the 15 Configure Ethernet Settings 16 Ethernet Settings sinsir aneit aa peanae m ERU ape uf Maza ite 17 Configure Common Network Settings 18 Common Network 18 About the Device Configuration Web
14. is disabled by default Enable FTP Server Enables access to the reader through its FTP server 22 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Services Settings continued Service Enable Telnet Server Enable CIFS SMB Service Enable Bonjour Service Advertisement Enable UPnP Discovery Description Enables access to the Linux system console via standard Telnet using the same login and password as the web browser interface The default login and password is intermec The Telnet server is disabled by default Enables the Common Internet File System service which creates a file sharing connection from a Windows PC to the home developer directory on the IF61 CIFS SMB is disabled by default When you enable the CIFS SMB service entry fields for a username and password appear Enter these settings and then click Activate Changes Enables the reader to advertise services and be discovered by Bonjour zero configuration networking Bonjour is enabled by default To prevent errors when using Bonjour make sure the reader hostname does not include spaces Enables the reader to be discovered by Universal Plug and Play protocols UPnP is enabled by default About RFID Services The RFID services set the protocol your application uses to communicate with the RFID module There are two RFID services available BRI Basic Reader Interface Intermec proprietary protocol for controllin
15. maintain the IP66 rating of the IF1 you must mount the IF1 correctly 1 Choose a mounting location 2 Connect an earth ground cable to the IF1 3 Secure the wall mount to the IF1 with the washers and screws provided 6 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader 4 Secure three screws not provided to the wall and place the mounting bracket on to the screws 5 Secure three screws not provided to the bottom of the wall mounting bracket IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 7 Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader How to Communicate with the IF1 By default the reader is configured to be a DHCP client and accepts offers from any DHCP server Therefore the reader works out of the box if you connect it to your network and use a DHCP server to assign it an IP address If you are not using a DHCP server to assign an IP address you need to use a serial communications program such as HyperTerminal or Tera Term to assign a static IP address After the reader has been assigned an IP address connect it to your network and then complete the configuration by using the web browser interface Assign an IP Address You need to assign an IP address to the reader before you can connect the reader to your network to use the web browser interface to complete the configuration 1 Download the USB drivers for the reader from www intermec com 2 Extract the installation files that you downl
16. the reader Valid range is 2189 to 65535 Default is 2189 Enable Logging Enables logging of BRI server events Enable BRI on serial Enables sending BRI commands through the serial port port Serial Baud Rate Specifies the serial baud rate the reader uses to communicate 24 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader View the BRI Server Log If you enable logging you can see a list of BRI server events and save the logfile as a txt file 1 Log in to the web browser interface and enable logging 2 Click RFID Services gt BRI gt BRI Log Intermec RFID Bm rey DU WEY Navigation Menu BRI Log Export log to text fle 3 To save the log file click Export log to text file and then choose File gt Save As Follow the prompts to save the log file to your desktop PC BRI Server Event Settings You can view BRI Server Events when you enable logging BRI Server Events Event Name Description Time Date Time and date of the event Connection Session ID of the client communicating with the BRI server Type Message type of the event generally indicating which system sent the message 1 Command received by BRI server 2 Response sent by BRI server 3 BRI server connection message Message Text of the message including responses IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 25 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure the BRI Attribute Settings Confi
17. use the Timeout or Tries attributes Default Mode is off This setting is equivalent to the TIMEOUTMODE BRI attribute IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 27 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader BRI Attribute Settings Descriptions continued Setting Select Tries Unselect Tries Session Initial Q Initialization Tries Schedule Option ID Tries Antenna Tries 28 Description Not supported by EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 tags The number of times a group select is attempted A group select is the command that starts the identity process Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 1 This setting is equivalent to the SELTRIES BRI attribute Not supported by EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 tags The number of times a group unselect is attempted Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 1 This setting is equivalent to the UNSELTRIES BRI attribute The command session parameter to a corresponding EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 air protocol command Valid range is 0 to 3 Default is 3 This setting is equivalent to the SESSION BRI attribute EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 tags only The initial Q parameter value used by the Query command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 4 If you know there is only one tag in the field set this attribute to 0 for best performance This setting is equivalent to the INITIALQ BRI attribute The maximum number of times the reader attempts to initialize a tag Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 1 This setti
18. 05 Before you call Product Support have this information ready e Configuration Number CN and serial number SN e Device software version RFID module firmware version You can access this information from the Device Information screen of the reader web page IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 53 Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader Troubleshoot the Reader This section includes lists of problems and possible solutions Problems While Working with RFID You can solve many problems you may encounter when working with your RFID system by carefully checking the RFID settings and changing them accordingly RFID Problems and Solutions Problem Solution The reader is unable to read Check these conditions RFID tags or seems to read Your RFID antennas must be connected correctly tags slowly or inconsistently to the reader and mounted in optimum locations Make sure all antenna connections are tight and that the cables are in good condition For help contact your RFID system consultant Make sure you selected the correct tag types for your application The reader does not Your application may not be communicating with respond to your RFID the reader BRI server application You may need to change BHI server settings to communicate with your application For example if your application is running on a desktop PC you need to enable external BRI connections to the reader 54 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader U
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20. 1 Specifications Dimensions Weight Integrated antenna External antenna ports Optional GPIO ports Memory Air interface protocol Receive power Transmit power DC electrical rating Power consumption Power source Operating temperature Storage temperature Humidity Environmental protection rating Operating system Application interface Application support 26 5 cm x 18 6 cm x 5 85 cm 10 2 in x 7 3 in x 2 3 in 1 6 kg 3 5 Ib 7 5 dBi integrated antenna depending on option Up to 2 external RP TNC antenna ports depending on option 2 inputs 2 outputs 64 Mb EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen2 ISO 18000 6C 82 dBm at 1 W 30 dBm 55V 0 3 A 10 W maximum 802 3 af Power Over Ethernet 20 C to 65 C 13 F to 149 F 30 C to 75 C 22 F to 167 F 10 to 90 Non condensing IP66 with Ethernet cable housing Linux e Basic Reader Interface BRI Low Level Reader Protocol LLRP Net Java Specifications listed may be different due to individual country regulations IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Appendix A Specifications IF1L Enhanced Specifications IF1L Enhanced Specifications Dimensions 26 5 cm x 18 6 cm x 7 5 cm Weight 1 6 kg 3 5 Ib Integrated antenna Internal linear polarized External antenna ports 1 external RP TNC antenna port GPIO ports 2 inputs 2 outputs Memory 64 Mb Air interface protocol EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen2 ISO 18000 6C
21. D Reader Series User Manual 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications Use this chapter to help you develop and install applications on your IF 1 Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications About RFID Applications RFID applications that you develop communicate through one of two RFID services BRI Basic Reader Interface Intermec proprietary protocol for controlling the reader For more information see the Basic Reader Interface Programmer Reference Manual LLRP Low Level Reader Protocol EPCglobal standard for network interfaces between the RFID reader and its controlling software The IF1 supports version 1 0 1 of the EPCglobal LLRP version 1 1 For more information on LLRP see http www epcglobalinc org standards IIrp About the RFID Resource Kit To create an application use the RFID Resource Kit The Intermec by Honeywell Developer Library RFID Resource Kit includes Java and C tools you can use to develop applications that enable control of the reader and data management The resource kit is available as part of the Intermec by Honeywell Developer Library IDL To learn more about the RFID Resource Kit go to www intermec com and select Products gt Applications and Software gt Developer Library gt Developer Resource Kits About NET Support The reader supports applications based on NET Framework 1 0 1 1 and 2 0 The reader uses Mono open source software to provide support for NET a
22. FID Applications Read RFID Tags Through the Demo Application Use the demo application to verify that your reader can read RFID tags 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 If the Developer Tools are not enabled click gt 3 Click Developer Tools gt Reader Demo Intermec Help Logout Intermec RFID Dorey Moy 05 20140799132 Navigation Menu Reader Demo 4 Place a tag near the antenna and then click Start Send BRI Commands Use the Developer Tools to easily send BRI commands through the web browser interface 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 If the Developer Tools are not enabled click gt 46 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications 3 Click Developer Tools gt BRI Commands Intermec Manual Help tageut Intermec RFID Percy May 08 2014 9 00 22 Mangetion Menu Commands Txecute a ARI command Run a BRI script Browse No file selected GI establishing BRI Connection prrver 4 Enter a BRI command in the Command field and then click Run The command is executed and a value returns onscreen Run BRI Scripts Run a BRI script to send multiple BRI commands to the reader 1 Log
23. Honeywell IFT Fixed RFID Reader Series 1026FF01 1026FFO2F9 1026FFO3F9 Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc HII reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HIl HII shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing performance or use of this material HII disclaims all responsibility for the selection and use of software and or hardware to achieve intended results This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated into another language without the prior written consent of HII Patents For patent information please refer to www hsmpats com 2014 Honeywell International Inc All rights reserved ii IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Contents Contents Before You Begin o ezhim fede mec bep eS ial dae vii Safety Information vii Global Services and vii Warranty vii Web
24. IO Optional IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Description 10Base 100Base T port that connects the reader to your Ethernet network The reader auto negotiates with the server to set the best data rate This port uses MDI MDI X auto switching so you can connect either a standard Ethernet cable or a crossover cable The port also supports Power Over Ethernet POE To power the reader you need an 802 3af compliant power supply General purpose input output GPIO port that connects the reader to industrial controls such as relays or indicators Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader Reader Port Descriptions continued Callout Port Description 3 USB Connects the reader to a desktop PC for configuration 4 Antenna Connects an external antenna to your reader The antenna port uses Reverse TNC connectors Professional Installation Required Government regulatory agencies require this RFID reader use only approved antennas and cables Therefore this reader uses a custom antenna connector Caution Do not use antennas not approved for use with this reader About the LED Indicators The LED indicators on the reader light up to indicate the status of the reader during operation IF1 LED Indicators 4 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual LED Indicators Icon Name Color RFID Solid green antenna Blinking green Blinking red Off Ethernet Solid green Flickering green Blinking green
25. Readers gt IF1 4 Click the Manuals tab If your product does not have its own product page click Support gt Manuals Use the Product Category Product Family and Product fields to find your documentation IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 1 About the RFID Reader This chapter introduces the IF1 Fixed Mount RFID Reader Series and includes descriptions of the reader features and basic operation Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader About the RFID Reader The IF1 Fixed RFID Reader is an RFID reader with integrated antenna that provides connectivity between tag data and an enterprise system Features of the RFID reader include integrated high gain linear or two antenna port options e 64 of storage space for your RFID applications aweb browser interface for easy configuration options for a second external antenna connection support for EPCglobal Gen 2 tag types e IP66 seal rating for outdoor installations support for Power Over Ethernet e VESA mount compatibility USB and sealed Power Over Ethernet ports optional GPIO port IF1 Fixed RFID Reader 2 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader About the RFID Reader Ports Depending on your configuration the ports that are available on the IF1 may be different IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Ports Reader Port Descriptions Callout Port 1 Ethernet 2 GP
26. able Allows connections to the secure LLRP server on port 5085 Unsecure Server Enable Allows connections to the unsecure LLRP sever on port 5084 Download Intermec Downloads an XML file that describes Intermec by Honewell Extensions Definition specific extensions for the LLRP protocol Reader Initiated For reader initiated TCP IP connections to a remote LLRP client Connections Client address The IP address of the remote LLRP client TCP port Port number for the TCP IP socket connection Enable security TLS Select this option to enable Transport Layer Security for this TCP IP connection Configure Security To make sure the reader is secure change your security settings when you set up your reader You can secure the reader by e changing user credentials enabling a RADIUS server enabling or disabling serial configuration IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 31 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Change User Credentials If you are not using a password server to authorize user logins to the reader change the default user name and password 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Security gt Passwords Intermec RFID Intermec Hanval Help Logout Monday May 05 2014 09 30 11 Navigation Men Passwords User Credentials RADTUS Enable RADIUS Serial Configuration rable Sena Configuration Kctivate Changes 2 Configure the User Credential settings
27. ackage the configuration file and application 1 Create a configuration file named userapp conf 2 Package the userapp conf file and your application into one of these formats zip tar bz2 or tar gz file Your application can now be installed on the reader How Install RFID Applications There are two ways to install your RFID application e Run the application on a remote server through TCP port 2189 All processing is performed by the server e Run the application locally on the reader The application resides on the reader and much of the processing occurs on the reader IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 41 Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications Install your application on the reader to improve system scalability by minimizing network traffic so reader can handle processing tasks such as data filtering Install Applications On to the Reader The reader provides up to 64 MB of storage for your applications Use the web browser interface to install applications on reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Install User Application 7 Intermec Manual Help Logout Intermec RFID Tursdey Jary OL 1970 01 48 90 navigation Menu Install User Appkcabon User on Browse Nof ted Upload D dgeware Applications Install User Application m 2 Click Browse and follow the prompts to navigate to the location of the application file
28. ackend module on Controller your server Application Level The ALE Engine lets the reader communicate Events Engine with your ALE application ALE Store and Reads tags saves tag data and forwards the Forward data to a folder on a host OC or to a TCP IP socket 44 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications Install or Upgrade Edgeware Applications Some Edgeware applications such as the SAP Device Controller or the Application Level Events Engine ALE are not installed on your reader You can easily download install or upgrade your Edgeware applications through the web browser interface 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Install Edgeware Intermex Manwal help Logout fatermec zro haer aar 01 1970 ZENIS navigation Install Edgewiare LJ 9 teed Busse No fio selected ez B Edgerore Apphcations Ldgeware Installation 2 Click Browse to browse to the location of the firmware file and then double click the file 3 Click Install The Edgeware application is installed on the reader When the installation is complete the reader reboots About the Developer Tools Developer Tools are used for basic testing of your RFID system You can read RFID tags through the demo application e send BRI commands run BRI scripts IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 45 Chapter 3 Develop and Install R
29. als RADTUS Enable RADIUS Serial Configuration rable Sena Configuration 2 Select Enable RADIUS 3 Configure the RADIUS server settings 4 Click Activate Changes to save your changes RADIUS Server Settings You can configure RADIUS Server settings to manage how users log in to the reader RADIUS Server Settings Setting Enable RADIUS Primary RADIUS Server Secret Port Secondary RADIUS Server Secret Port IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Description Enables RADIUS authentication for the reader IP address or DNS name of the RADIUS server If this is left blank the RADIUS client does not use this entry Secret key for the RADIUS server Port number of the primary RADIUS server Default is 1812 IP address or DNS name of the RADIUS server to use if there is no response from the primary RADIUS server Secret key for the secondary RADIUS server Port number of the secondary RADIUS server Default is 1812 33 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Disable Serial Port Access To enhance security or allow an external application to communicate with the serial port disable serial port access to the reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Security gt Passwords Intermec Manual Help Logout Monday May 05 2014 09 30 11 Intermec rrio Navigation Menu Passwords User Credentials Passwords RADIUS Enable RADIUS Senal Configuration
30. c technical knowledge base Knowledge Central at www intermec com and click Support gt Knowledge Central to review technical information or to request technical support for your Intermec product IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual vii Before You Begin Send Feedback Your feedback is crucial to the continual improvement of our documentation To provide feedback about this manual please contact the Technical Communications department Telephone Support In the U S A and Canada call 1 800 755 5505 Outside the U S A and Canada contact your local Intermec representative To search for your local representative from the Intermec website click About Us gt Contact Us Who Should Read This Manual This document is for the person who is responsible for installing configuring and maintaining the IF1 This document provides you with information about the features of the IF1 and how to install configure operate maintain and troubleshoot it Before you work with the IF1 you should be familiar with your network and general networking terms such as IP address Related Documents viii The Intermec website at www intermec com contains our documents as pdf files that you can download for free To download documents 1 Visit the Intermec website at www intermec com 2 Click the Products tab 3 Using the Products menu navigate to your product page For example to find the IF1 product page click RFID gt Fixed
31. cuted before a response is returned to a Write command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 5 In practice this is the number of times an identified tag is read until the Write is successful This setting is equivalent to the WRTIES BRI attribute Lock Tries The maximum number of times the lock algorithm is executed before a response is returned to a Lock command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 3 This setting is equivalent to the LOCKTRIES BRI attribute Field Separator The character used for separating fields in tag data Choose from space comma colon semicolon tab caret or tilde Default is space This setting is equivalent to the FIELDSEP BRI attribute ID Report Enables tag ID reporting after a Read Write or Lock command is executed For ISO tags the tag identifier corresponds to TAGID For EPC tags the identifier corresponds to EPCID Default is enabled This setting is equivalent to the IDREPORT BRI attribute No Tag Report Enables a NOTAG message which is sent when no tags are found during execution of a Read Write or Lock command Default is disabled This setting is equivalent to the NOTAGRPT BRI attribute Report Timeout The timeout in ms for delays in tag reporting when the RFID reader is in continuous read mode Valid range is 0 to 65534 Default is O This setting is equivalent to the RPTTIMEOUT BRI attribute Timeout Configuration Establishes whether to
32. d PEE VAC External relay 77 Driving a DC Relay The external relay provides dry contacts to the AC motor Note In many installations the relay and AC wiring must be placed in an enclosure that meets local fire code regulations 64 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports How to Use the Power Interface The reader GPIO interface provides 5 VDC at 0 30 A for powering external inputs and loads eliminating the need for an external DC supply and simplifying the system installation The GPIO interface power has an internal thermal fuse that trips if the load exceeds 0 5 A The fuse is self recovering after the excessive load is removed The total load on the GPIO interface power must stay within the 0 5 A limit When you design a system that uses the GPIO interface power make sure to complete a power budget assessment to ensure that the supply is adequate for the system If your system needs more than 12 VDC at 0 5 A you can connect an external power supply to the 12 V and Ground pins The external supply powers the external loads and that power is available at all 12 V pins on the GPIO port IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 65 Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports 66 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual A Specifications This appendix contains specifications and the port pin assignments for the IF 1 Appendix A Specifications IF1 Specifications IF
33. der r COM3 9600baud Tera Term VT File Edit Setup Control Window Help Intermec 1 1 ogin with username password of config to start initial configuration 1F1A22222222222 login BN kala _ 4 L 10 Type config and press Enter and then type config again in the Password field and press Enter r IE COM3 9600baud Tera Term VT File Edit Setup Control Window Help Ethernet Configuration Options le Disable DHCP Refresh DHCP Status Q Finished with Configuration a web browser Selection IL Advanced Ethernet Link Configuration ou can continue configuring the device by using at Currently Enabled gt Address 180 200 27 605 10 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader 11 By default DHCP is enabled and the IP address to configure the reader appears Use the IP address to configure the reader through the web browser interface If you are not using DHCP press D DHCP is disabled and the Ethernet Configuration Options screen appears 88 COM3 9600baud Tera Term VT esgj x Enable Disabl lt Currently Disabled gt Change IP Address Currently 192 168 1 3 gt Change Subnet Mask lt Currently 255 255 255 0 B Change IP Router lt Currently 8 0 0 8 IL Advanced Ethernet Link Configuration Q Finished with Configuration Last Command Status DHCP Status Changed ou can contin
34. e Output Interfaces Each reader output interface is optically isolated from the reader polarized and rated for 5 to 30 VDC at 0 4 A GPIO Output Specifications Signal Description Min Typical Max Leakage Switch output high leakage OmA 1mA 10 mA current High current Low Switch output on saturation 0 V 1V 1 5 V voltage with 0 25 A load sat Because the outputs are optically isolated each one can be configured to switch the high side or the low side of the load You can power the load directly from the reader or from an external power supply In a typical application the outputs control indicator lamps that signal good reads or errors The basic methods for connecting external devices to the GPIO outputs include e switching the high side with the load powered by the reader switching the low side with the load powered by the reader switching the high side with the load powered externally driving a DC relay that controls an AC load These methods are shown in the next examples IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 61 Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports How to Switch the High Side with Reader Power In this example an external indicator lamp 0 25 A maximum current is connected to the Output and Ground pins and the corresponding Output pin is connected to the 12 VDC source 12 V lt Output o External indicator lamp 0 25 A maximum Output lt P dl 19 Ground lt
35. e default password is intermec 5 Click Non Secure Login or Secure Login The Ethernet screen appears and you are logged in to the web browser interface 12 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader Set the Date and Time Set the date and time through the web browser interface 1 From the Main Screen of the web browser interface click the date and time in the upper right corner Tateemec Panaad Help Logout Intermec RFID 2 1171 00 25 35 Navigston Menu Ti RAs Changes 2 Select your time zone from the drop down list and then click Activate Changes 3 Enter the current year month and day in the entry fields 4 Enter the current hour minutes and seconds in the entry fields 5 Click Activate Changes The new time and date are set IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 13 Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader 14 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 2 Configure the Reader This chapter describes how to configure the reader Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure Ethernet Settings To use the reader you need to configure Ethernet settings such as your IP address and subnet mask Note If DHCP is enabled you may not need to configure Ethernet settings For more information contact your network administrator 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration or Ethernet Intermec Manual H
36. elp Logout Intermec RFID 20 201409 41 38 Mavigation Menu Ethernet B Netewek Confaperation Giz Ethernet 2 Configure the settings 3 When you are finished click Activate Changes to save your changes 16 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Ethernet Settings You can configure these Ethernet settings for your reader to communicate with your network Ethernet Settings Setting Enable DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Router Default Link Local IP Address IPv6 Autoconfigure IPv6 Address Description Select this field if you want the reader to get its IP address from a DHCP server If this field is not selected you need to specify the IP address subnet mask and IP router for your network The IP address of the reader The IP address has the form x x x x were x is a number from 0 to 255 The default MAC address is on the label on the side of the reader If DHCP is enabled the currently assigned IP address appears in this field If DHCP is disabled specify the IP address in the entry field The subnet mask for this network The subnet mask has the form X X X X Where xis a number from 0 to 255 If DHCP is enabled the currently assigned subnet mask appears in this field If DHCP is disabled specify the subnet mask in the entry field The IP address of the router The IP address has the form x x x x were x is a number from t
37. g the reader For information about the BRI see Basic Reader Interface Programmer Reference Manual Low Level Reader Protocol EPCglobal standard for network interfaces between the RFID reader and its controlling software The IF1 supports version 1 0 1 of the EPCglobal LLRP For information on see go to http www epcglobalinc org standards llrp An open source LLRP Toolkit can be downloaded at http sourceforge net projects lIrp toolkit IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 23 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure the BRI Server Settings Configure the BRI Server to handle communications between you application and the RFID module 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click RFID Services gt BRI gt BRI Server Intermec RFID assem overt ine A eae navrgatron Menu Server e B RIO Services m nn Bask Reader Interface BRI BRI Server 2 Configure the BRI Server settings 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes BRI Server Settings BRI Server settings handle communications between your application and the RFID module BRI Server Settings Setting Description Enable External BRI Enables external TCP connections to the BRI server If this is not Connections enabled BRI applications will not be able to connect to the reader BRI TCP Port Specifies the TCP port used for incoming connections to the BRI server This port must be unique for all TCP services running on
38. gure the BRI Attribute settings to control how the reader operates and reads tags 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click RFID Services gt BRI gt BRI Attributes 2 Configure the BRI Attribute settings 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes BRI Attribute Settings BRI Attribute settings control how the reader operates and reads tags For more information see the Basic Reader Interface Programmer Reference Manual Intermec Manual Logout Intermec RFID May C1 2024 10 4 i Navigation Menu Attributes reet core D services Tag Types ORI Attributes BRI Attribute Settings Descriptions Setting Tag Type 26 Description Select the tag types you want the RFID reader to read EPC Class 1 Gen 2 default Phillips v1 19 SO6B G1 SO6B G2 This setting is equivalent to the TAGTYPE BRI attribute IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader BRI Attribute Settings Descriptions continued Setting Description Read Tries The maximum number of times the read algorithm is executed before a response is returned to a Read command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 3 In practice this is the number of times an identified tag is read until the Read is successful This setting is equivalent to the RDTRIES BRI attribute Write Tries The maximum number of times the read algorithm is exe
39. he external control device is a switch you can connect one side of the switch to a reader Input and the other side of the switch to one of the 5 VDC sources 45V lt Input 605 External input switch Input 4 Ground Reader Powered Input Isolated Input Interface Example Isolate the input interface to minimize noise induced by distance or grounding characteristics The isolated input avoids induced noise by referencing a remote input to chassis return of the reader External input switch Input Lyo Input lt 10 to 28 VDC Twisted pair Isolated Input Interface IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 59 Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports Open Collector Input Interface Example 60 The input can be connected to an open collector interface of an external device This open collector input interface typically implies that the grounds are tied together for the two systems The common ground can be a source of input noise so you should follow good grounding practices for both the reader and the input device In this situation the reader provides power to the pull up resistor for the open collector Connect the Input pin to the 5 VDC source 45V lt Input Input lt Ground lt A Open Collector Input Interface IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports How to Use th
40. in This section provides you with safety information technical support information and sources for additional product information Safety Information Your safety is extremely important Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment You can be seriously injured and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions A caution alerts you to an operating procedure practice condition or statement that must be strictly observed to prevent equipment damage or destruction or corruption or loss of data Caution special instructions for handling a particular condition or set of Note Notes either provide extra information about a topic or contain circumstances Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product visit the Intermec website at www intermec com and click Support gt Returns and Repairs gt Warranty Disclaimer of warranties The sample code included in this document is presented for reference only The code does not necessarily represent complete tested programs The code is provided as is with all faults All warranties are expressly disclaimed including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Web Support Visit the Intermec website at www intermec com to download our current manuals in PDF Visit the Interme
41. in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control 2 If the Developer Tools are not enabled click gt 3 Click Developer Tools gt BRI Commands Intermec Manual Help 1 agaut Intermec RFID PMerday May 05 2014 0 00 22 Navigation Menu BRI Commands establishing BRI Connection VER 4 Click Browse and browse to the location of the BRI script IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 47 Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications 5 Double click the BRI script file 6 Click Load The script is loaded and run and values are returned onscreen 48 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader Use this chapter to find answers to any problems you may encounter while using the reader You will also find information on routine maintenance Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader Upgrade Firmware 50 Caution Easily upgrade the firmware on the reader by through the web browser interface Make sure the reader is connected to a reliable power source before you upgrade the firmware Do not cycle power to the reader during the upgrade If power is lost during the upgrade the reader may require factory repair 1 Download the reader firmware file from www intermec com 2 Double click the file you downloaded follow the prompts to extract the file to your PC 3 Login to the web browser interface and click Mai
42. l an Application s onesgarri e eee 43 iv IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Contents Auto Start an Application at Boot 43 Auto Start an Application with the Web 43 Auto Start an Application with the Configuration File 44 About Edgeware 5 44 Install or Upgrade Edgeware 45 About the Developer Tools 45 Read RFID Tags Through the Demo 46 Send BRI 46 RUN BRIScripts ages reor RENTUR RUE Re Pon aperte acne te tes 47 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader 49 Upgrade 50 View the System 51 Restore Default 51 Reboot the Reader 0 c cece eee eee 52 View Device Information 53 Call Product Support a se saaana aaaea 53 Troubleshoot the 54 Problems While Working with 1 54 Problems with Connectivity 55 5 About the
43. m settings For more information on the Device Configuration web service see the Device Configuration Web Service Command Reference Manual IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 19 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure the Device Configuration Web Service Enable the device configuration web service to specify a variety of network RFID and system settings 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration gt Device Management Tateemec Hamel Help 30 2014 TEI Rival Changee Intermec RFID Navigation Menu Device Management B network Configuration e Management By default Device Configuration web services are enabled for either secure or insecure connections 2 To disable web services over a secure connection clear the Enable Device Web Services Secure check box and then click Activate Changes To disable web services over an insecure connection clear the Enable Device Web Services Insecure check box and then click Activate Changes 20 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Download the Device Configuration WSDL Document Download the device configuration web service description language WSDL document to help you configure your system settings 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration gt Device Management Manasi Walp agat
44. nfiguration file you deliver with the application IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 43 Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications Auto Start an Application with the Web Browser After an application is installed you can easily configure the application to auto start through the web browser interface 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Edgeware Applications gt Application Control The Application Control screen appears 2 Select the Auto Start check box and then click Activate Changes Auto Start an Application with the Configuration File When you package an application for installation on the reader you need to include a configuration file You can specify Auto Start in the configuration file 1 With a text editor open the userapp conf configuration file packaged with your application In the command syntax make sure AUTOSTART t rue Save the userapp conf file Repackage the updated configuration file with your application amp Upload the application to the reader through the web browser interface About Edgeware Applications Edgeware applications are supplied by Honeywell and its partner developers and provide immediate functionality for your RFID system Edgeware Applications Name Description Developer Tools Used for basic testing of your RFID system You can read RFID tags send BRI commands and run BRI scripts through these tools SAP Device Communicates with the SAP b
45. ng is equivalent to the INITTRIES BRI attribute Determines how antennas are switched during the inventory process e 0 Legacy BRI operations 1 Simplified BRI operations 2 Simplified BRI operations with EPCC1G2 A B toggling Default is O This setting is equivalent to the SCHEDULEOPT BRI attribute The maximum number of times the reader executes the identify algorithm before a response is returned to a Read or Write command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 1 In practice this is the number of times a tag ID attempt is made for the antenna This setting is equivalent to the IDTRIES BRI attribute The number of times the antenna is used for a Read and Write command Valid range is 1 to 254 Default is 1 This setting is equivalent to the ANTTRIES BRI attribute IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader BRI Attribute Settings Descriptions continued Setting Description EPCC1G2 Advance Dense Reader Mode settings used with EPCC1G2 parameters Medium Access Mode This setting is equivalent to EPCC1G2PARAMETERS BRI attribute Dense Reader Mode Allows the reader to hop between channels within a certain frequency spectrum to prevent other readers in the area from interfering with one another Default is enabled This setting is equivalent to the DENSEREADERMODE or DRM BRI attribute Field Strength dB 1 4 The RF power level in dBm Valid range is 1 to 30 Default is 30 Use thi
46. ntenance gt Firmware Intermec rro Pm uer Navigation Menu Firmware Upgrade Warning Fie Upload May Take A Few Minutes Mamtenaece Do not dose or navigate away from this page during upload eere Browse No tle selecte 4 Click Browse to browse to the location of the firmware file and then double click the file 5 Click Upgrade IF1 RFID Reader The upgrade process begins and the firmware is transferred to the IF 1 During the upgrade the web browser interface screen does not auto refresh Click Refresh in the web browser to check the progress of the upgrade When the login screen appears the upgrade is complete IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader View the System Log The system log shows events logged by the reader You may need this information to troubleshoot the reader or when you call Product Support 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Maintenance gt System Log Intermec RFID navigation Memi System Log 2 Optional Click Export log to text file and follow the prompts to save the log file to your desktop PC Restore Default Settings If you have problems with the reader use the web browser interface to restore the default settings 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Maintenance gt Configuration Intermec Hansal Help Logout I
47. ntermec RFID Saturday rar OL 2000 05746 Navigation Menu Configuration Changes from Defaufts IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 51 Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader 2 Click Restore Defaults and then click OK The reader reboots and restores the default configuration Reboot the Reader If the reader or an application locks up or if the reader does not respond you may need to restart the reader 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Maintenance gt Reboot Intermec Hamasi Help Logout 02 2000 03 32 84 Intermec zro Juvigation Menu Reboot 2 Click Reboot and follow the prompts to reboot the reader The reader reboots and restores the default configuration 52 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader View Device Information View the device information page to see the installed software versions serial numbers and other reader specific information Log in to the web browser interface and click About Intermec ri about Call Product Support If you are having trouble using your reader you can e use the troubleshooting tables in this manual to find your problem and possible solutions e visit the Intermec by Honeywell knowledge base Knowledge Central at intermec custhelp com If you still need help call Product Support at 1 800 755 55
48. o 255 If DHCP is enabled the currently assigned router address appears in this field If DHCP is disabled specify the router address in the entry field The IP address of the reader is only routable on the local IP subnet The reader auto negotiates with other devices on its Ethernet segment to obtain a unique address so no user configuration of the Link Local IP Address is necessary The reader always has a Link Local IP Address even if another address is assigned through DHCP or statically via user configuration Enables IPv6 automatic configuration Auto configuration is enabled by default If you disable auto configuration you need to specify an IPv6 address subnet mask and router 128 bit IPv6 address for the reader IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 17 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Ethernet Settings continued Setting Description IPv6 Router 128 bit address for the IPv6 router Configure Common Network Settings You can configure the common network settings that apply to the reader network interface 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration gt Common Intermec RFID lip iren navigation Common BD Network Configuration RANA ERGa 2 Configure the settings 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes Common Network Settings You can configure these common network settings that apply to the reader network interface C
49. oaded 3 Connect a USB cable from your reader to your desktop PC 8 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader 4 When the USB Driver Installation Wizard appears select Browse my computer for driver software How do you want to search for driver software gt Search automatically for updated driver software Windows will search your computer and the Internet for the latest driver software for your device unless you ve disabled this feature in your device installation settings gt Browse my computer for driver software Locate and install driver software manually 5 In Search for driver software in this location click Browse select the folder where you extracted the reader installation files and click OK 6 Click the Windows icon Control Panel Device Manager and see which COM port the reader was assigned 7 Click Next to install the drivers Browse for driver software on your computer Search for driver software in this location CADesktop IFL Browse V Include subfolders gt Let me pick from a list of device drivers my computer This list will show installed driver software compatible with the device and all driver software in the same category as the device 8 When the installation is finished click Close IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 9 Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader 9 Open a serial communications program to connect to the rea
50. ommon Network Settings Setting Description Hostname Name for this reader The default is IF1 lt serial number of the reader gt The hostname can be either a simple hostname or a qualified domain name FQDN If this reader obtains its IP address via DHCP this parameter is sent to the DHCP server If the server supports it this field is used for dynamic DNS updates 18 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Common Network Settings continued Setting DNS Server 1 DNS Server 2 DNS Suffix 1 DNS Suffix 2 SNTP Server Name 1 SNTP Server Name 2 Time Zone SYSLOG Destination Description IP address of a domain name server that the reader uses to resolve DNS names IP address of a second domain name server that the reader uses to resolve DNS names Primary DNS suffix to be appended to unqualified names Secondary DNS suffix to be appended to unqualified names DNS name or IP address of an SNTP or NTP server DNS name or IP address of a second SNTP or NTP server Time zone for this reader Choose the time zone from the drop down list Default is GMT Domain name or IP address of the SYSLOG server About the Device Configuration Web Service The Device Configuration web service provides a way to programmatically configure the reader over your network This SOAP based service provides a configuration API that allows you to specify a variety of network RFID and syste
51. pplications deployed on the Linux operating system of the reader About Java Support The reader comes with a JDBC driver you can use to create applications that writes data directly from the reader to a remote database 38 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications For more sophisticated Java development the reader supports the open standard OSGi service oriented architecture This architecture allows system administrators to install uninstall enable and disable system services also known as bundles without having to reboot the reader each time To use OSGi effectively you need an OSGi server For more information go to www osgi org How to Execute Java Applications To execute a Java application on the reader use this command SJAVA HOME bin java myJAVAClass How to Execute JAR Files To execute jar files use this command SJAVA HOME bin java myApplication jar When you create a jar file you need to include manifest files The manifest needs to include an attribute called Main Class to specify the application s entry point for example Main Class MyJavaClass e Ifthe executable jar needs to reference other jar files specify the files in the manifest file using the Class Path attribute How to Enable the Java Just In Time Compiler To enable the Java just in time JIT compiler for maximum performance use this command SJAVA HOME bin java ji
52. s setting to attenuate the antenna field strength In some situations full output power can cause unnecessary interference For example if the tag is close to the antenna full output power might overload the tag and cause unreliable behavior This setting is equivalent to the FIELDSTRENGTH BRI attribute Antenna Sequence 1 8 The antenna sequence to be used during READ and WRITE commands This setting is valid for two antennas only and is equivalent to the ANTS BRI attribute IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 29 Chapter 2 Configure the Reader Configure LLRP Settings Configure the LLRP settings to establish an interface method between the reader and a client For more information on LLRP see http www epcglobalinc org standards IIrp 1 Log in to the web browser interface and click RFID Services gt LLRP letermes Manual Help Logout Intermec RFID Kdo May 03 01408 57 19 ar eire EPCglobal Low Level Reader Protocol 11 Options Sease Serve tratte ger Ursecure Server Enable p Extension Definitions Forced Chant Termination Reader Initisted Connections 2 Configure the LLRP settings 3 Click Activate Changes to save your changes 30 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Chapter 2 Configure the Reader LLRP Settings LLRP settings establish an interface method between the reader and a client LLRP Settings Setting Description Secure Server En
53. ser Manual Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader Problems with Connectivity When you troubleshoot problems with connectivity make sure you know your e TCP IP settings COM port settings for serial connections You should also make sure all physical network connectors and cables are in good working order Connectivity Problems and Solutions Problem Solution You cannot connect to the Make sure you downloaded the reader USB drivers reader through the USB port e Verify that your serial connection is configured to 115200 N 8 1 no flow control You cannot connect to the Verify that you have the correct IP address for the reader using a web browser reader f you access the Internet through a proxy server make sure you add the IP address of the reader to the Exceptions list You cannot load a security You must use a secure web browser connection to load certificate certificates You assigned a static IP Make sure that DHCP is disabled and that your TCP IP address to the reader but parameters are set correctly cannot connect the reader over your network IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 55 Chapter 4 Troubleshoot and Maintain the Reader 56 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 5 About the Ports Use this chapter to learn about the GPIO ports Chapter 5 About the GPIO Ports About the GPIO Interfaces The reader has two general purpose input and output GPIO interfaces
54. t java jar MyJar jar where SJAVA HOME is an environment variable that indicates the Java runtime installation path usr java Always use this variable for simplicity and to make sure that the correct runtime files are used SJAVA is the name of the Java runtime executable installed in the reader IF1 Fixed RFID Reader User Manual 39 Chapter 3 Develop and Install RFID Applications How to Specify the Class Path for the Java Virtual Machine If your application references third party Java libraries such as the components from the Intermec by Honeywell RFID Resource Kit you must include the cp option to specify the class path for the JVM to find the Java classes Make sure to include the current path so classes in the current directory can be found as shown in this example SJAVA HOME bin java cp BasicRFID jar MyClass About Java Support for Microsoft SQL Server and Sybase The reader jTDS driver version 1 2 provides JDBC capabilities to Java applications running on the reader You need to include the location of the JDBC drivers in the class path with the environmental variable SJDBC HOME The JDBC drivers support JDBC 1 0 and Microsoft SQL Server versions 6 5 7 2000 and 2005 e Sybase versions 10 11 12 and 15 For more information go to http jtds sourceforge net Create an Installation Package Before you can install your RFID application you must create an installation package
55. ue configuring the device by using web browser at Selection 12 To set the IP address press 1 type in the IP address and press Enter 13 To set the subnet mask press 2 type in the subnet mask and press Enter 14 To set the IP router press 3 type in the IP address and press Enter 15 Optional To change the Ethernet link speed press L and choose the link speed 16 Press Q to close the Initial Configuration screen 17 Remove the USB cable from the reader The reader is ready to be configured and connected to your network IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual 11 Chapter 1 About the RFID Reader Log In to the Web Browser Interface After the reader is assigned an IP address you can configure the reader through the web browser interface Before you log in make sure an IP address has been assigned to the reader and the reader is connected to your network 1 Start a web browser 2 In the browser address field enter the IP address and press Enter Intermec RFIO Security 11 RFID Reader Login Credentials Tho login is not secure A secure session ty available Non Secure Login Once the correct user name and password is entered you wil be logged in After fifteen minutes of inactivity you will be logged out 3 Optional For a secure session click A secure session is available 4 Enter your Username and Password The default user name is intermec and th
56. y 300 mA max 2 HOST RX1 Non isolated host RS232 output from IF1 3 HOST TX1 Non isolated host RS232 input from IF1 4 NC 5 GND Non isolated signal ground 6 NC 7 NC 8 NC 9 ISO V Isolated common return for GPIO input and outputs 10 ISO V Isolated common return for GPIO input and outputs 11 GP output 0 Isolated GP output open collector 30 V max 40 mA maximum continuous 12 GP output 1 Isolated GP output open collector 30 V max 40 mA maximum continuous 13 GP input 0 Isolated GP input 28 VDC maximum IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Vin low 0 8 V max Vin high 4 5 V max 71 Appendix A Specifications GPIO Port Pin Assignments continued Pin Function Description 14 GP input 1 Isolated GP input 28 VDC maximum Vin low 0 8 V max Vin high 4 5 V max 15 ISO_V Isolated external power for GP out pullups 28 VDC max Ethernet Port The Ethernet port allows Ethernet communications and Power Over Ethernet Use the illustration to understand the port pin assignments Pin ou Ethernet Port Pin Assignments Pin Description Ethernet TX Spare POE return Ethernet TX Spare POE return Ethernet RX Spare POE 48 VDC POE 48 VDC POE 48 VDC Ethernet RX Spare POE 48 VDC POE return POE return ON OA WN 72 IF1 Fixed RFID Reader Series User Manual Honeywell Scanning amp Mobility 9680 Old Bailes Road Fort Mill SC 29707 www honeywellaidc com IF
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