RS320 series ISO Compatible RFID STICK READER USER MANUAL
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1. The Stick Reader automatically closes the menu if no action occurs for 3s A It is impossible to read a tag when the menu is activated Typical reading distances for various Allflex eartags Typical read ranges are between 20 and 40cm 8 and 16 depending on tranponder types Factors that affect read range performance Tag reader efficiency is often linked with reading distance The Stick Reader s read distance performance 1s affected by the following factors Transponder orientation To obtain maximum reading distance the axes of the transponder and reader antenna coils must be optimally orientated Transponder size Large transponders generally have larger receiving coils that provide longer reading distances than smaller transponders Nearby metal objects Metal objects located near a transponder or reader may attenuate and distort the magnetic fields generated in RFID systems and therefore reduce reading distance Electrical noise interference The operating principle of RFID transponders and readers 1s based on electromagnetic signals Other electromagnetic phenomena such as radiated electrical noise from other RFID tag readers or computer screens may interfere with RFID signal transmission and reception and therefore reduce reading distance Transponder reader interference Several transponders in the reception range of the reader or other readers that emit excitation energy close by may adversely affect reader p2. C Documents and Settings flefebvre Bureau LA 992 BOUL sendtext cic File CACAPTURE TAT Browse LA 999 666696666462 LA 999 666660666112 LA 956 660660258828 LA 942 666600653416 Stick Hyper Terminal File Edit View Call ei Help Send File Receive File Capture Text k Stop LA 992 DB l send text Fie Pise LA 999 aan a LA 999 AHAL aes i N LA 999 00009000046 lICK LA 999 0000900000112 LA 956 060006258828 LA 942 066606653416 If problems are encountered with HyperTerminal or Notepad the G command can be sent as many times as required to download the ID code memory contents If data is imported into Excel in a format other than the format desired by the operator it can be re imported from Notepad using the Text Import Wizard again If an alternative ID code format is required even though tag numbers have already been read and stored it is still possible to use Configurator to change the format and download the ID codes into HyperTerminal in this changed form It is advisable to use the 2 method to record ID codes as the HyperTerminal display is limited to approximately 500 lines Only the 500 ID codes that are displayed can be saved 17 Clearing the Stick Reader s memory Once all the eartag number data has been transferred into HyperTerminal and the number of entries has been checked against the number L nnnn the temporary notepad file can be deleted Then return to HyperTerm
3. device complies with 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 This device has been tested and meets the electromagnetic compatibility EMC requirements of standards EN50082 1 and EN50022 for the CE declaration of conformity DoC label Caution This equipment has been designed built and tested to comply with the FCC rules that regulate intentional and unintentional radiation The user is not permitted to make any modifications to this equipment or use it in any manner that is incompatible with the methods described in this manual without express approval from Allflex Doing so will void the user s authorisation to use this equipment Other certification organism Canada EMF Certification No IC 4246A RS320 Trademark notices HyperTerminal is a registered trademark of Hilgraeve Inc MS Windows6 is a registered trademark of Microsoft Inc Configurator is a registered trademark of Allflex USA Inc 21 NOTES 22 NOTES 23
4. 0000 NO ID TAG READING i i 999 00000 1150008 READING DETECTED Stick Reader Power Supply Required Power supply conditions The RS320 Stick Reader contains a removable rechargeable 9 6 VDC NiMH battery pack which serves as its primary power source Alternatively the RS320 Stick Reader can be powered using the VAC mains charger adapter or via any other DC source with a voltage between 9 VDC and 12 VDC that has a minimum 1A current capability such as a 12VDC car battery or PW50 PW250 series Allflex batteries VAC mains adapter The RS320 Stick Reader can be powered using the mains charger adapter regardless of the state of charge of the battery pack The VAC mains adapter can be used as a power source even if the battery pack has been taken out of the Stick Reader The Stick Reader can be used when its battery pack is being charged l When not used for long periods The battery pack must always be removed from the Stick Reader 1f it is not used for long periods It is advisable to recharge the battery pack once every three months to preserve battery lifetime 71 The Stick Reader is protected against accidental reverse polarity voltage 1 application and will not be damaged by such The RS320 Stick Reader is only designed to operate with the battery pack supplied The RS320 Stick Reader does not work with any category of disposable or rechargeable individual battery The Stick Reader battery pack is affected b
5. USER MANUAL RS320 series ISO Compatible RFID STICK READER With integral battery pack and LCD readout 4 t F AFIGUR cp a User Manual RS320 Eng Rev B2 Allflex EID Readers with Dynamic Tuning Network REF 02 Oct 2005 Congratulations for your acquisition of an Allflex EID reader This device is equipped with the new DTN Dynamic Tuning Network technology an exclusive Allflex innovation patent pending The DTN Dynamic Tuning Network technology provides a significant improvement of reader performance in two areas reading distance and noise immunity This 1s obtained by dynamically optimizing the electrical characteristics of the reader antenna during tag activation and reception cycles Readers equipped with Allflex s Dynamic Tuning technology deliver increased activation signal level improved tag signal reception and improved noise immunity together yielding improved reader performance Preparing for use il It is very important to carry out the following three steps before using the Stick Reader Step 1 Installing the battery pack in the Stick Reader Step 2 Charging the battery pack EU r f 68100006 NA r f 68100007 UK ref 68100009 AUST ref 68100008 Charging option _ Ref 68000017 Ref 68100020 Step 3 Activating the RS320 Stick Reader and read test 000 READY TO READ ID TAG 0001 HDX ISO IDTAG gt 3g
6. and green LED Good Read Visual indicator 2x16 character LCD readout for tag number type and counter RS232 serial data port Software upgradeable via the RS232 serial port RS232 serial port 1200 BPS to 57 6 kBPS default setting 9600N81 Serial data format Decimal or Hexadecimal Mfr Country code National ID code Memory Stores up to 3000 transponder codes in non volatile memory for downloading User options Non volatile mode control options selectable via an RS232 serial port interface Power Data interface 1 metre coiled cable extends to 3 metres or 3 metre straight cable with DB9 f connector and 2 5mm x 5 5mm coaxial power jack Battery power Internal removable 9 6 VDC rechargeable NiMH battery pack AC mains adapter 12 VDC at 1 5 A AC Adapter and battery pack trickle charger Certification organisms Electromagnetic compatibility FCC Part 15 Class A Industry Canada RSS 210 and CISPR 22 EN55022 and EN50082 1 Product safety UL1950 IEC950 CE marked PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Dimensions Length 45cm or 60 cm x diameter 32mm 18 or 24 x1 25 Weight 0 62 kg 22 ounces Material UL94V0 fibreglass and ABS UL94 HB plastic Colour Yellow Black Operating temperature 10 C to 55 C IEC68 2 1 2 Storage temperature 40 C to 85 C IEC68 2 1 2 Humidity 0 to 95 IEC68 2 56 Altitude 100 to 3 000 metres Mechanical shock As per IEC68 2 27 15g 11mS saw tooth and 1 metre freefall
7. drop onto concrete Vibration As per IEC68 2 6 10 55 Hz sinusoidal 0 75mm displ 1 oct mn 10 cycles Protection index IP 67 dust tight immersion as per IEC529 RELIABILITY Expected lifetime 5 years minimum PERFORMANCE Read distance at 9 6 VDC Between 20 and 40 cm 8 and 16 depending on tag type Reading orientation 0 to 45 with less than 10 loss of sensitivity Read zone 360 in radial and axial planes with respect to the end of the reader enclosure Interrogation rate 9 times second Exciter signal 84 dBuV m at 10 metres with 9 6 VDC power supply Field strength 20 Allflex sales offices throughout the world Allflex Europe Allflex USA Inc Allflex Australasia ZI de Plagu P O Box 612266 Private Bag 11003 Route des Eaux B P 70 Dallas Ft Worth Airport Palmerston North F 35502 Vitr Cedex France Texas 75261 2266 New Zealand Tel 33 0 2 99 75 77 00 Tel 972 456 3686 Tel 64 06 356 7199 Fax 33 0 2 99 75 77 29 Fax 972 456 3882 Fax 64 06 358 5982 Allflex Europe UK Ltd Allflex Canada Inc Allflex Sulamerica Units 6 7 and 8 Galalaw Business Park 4135 Berard Rua Dona Francisca 8300 Hawick Ste Hyacinthe Distrito Industrial Scotland TD9 8PZ J2S8Z8 Qu bec Canada Bloco B Modulos 7 e 8 Tel 44 0 1450 364120 Tel 450 261 8008 CEP 89 239 270 Joinville SC Brazil Fax 44 0 1450 364121 Fax 450 261 8028 Tel 5547 451 0500 Fax 5547 427 3464 FCC ID NOY 930021 The
8. erformance or prevent the Stick Reader from operating Discharged battery pack As the battery pack discharges the power available to activate the field becomes weaker and this reduced field results in a reduced reading range 8 ID Code Memory The Stick Reader has an internal non volatile memory that can store approximately 3000 ID codes ID codes are stored automatically when they are read A transponder ID code will not be stored several times 1f the same tag is read successively several times but it will be stored several times in memory if other tags are read in between All the ID codes remain stored in memory when the Stick Reader is powered down When more than 3000 ID codes are read the new ID codes overwrite the oldest ID codes in memory based on a wraparound technique Using the Stick Reader s serial interface The Stick Reader s RS232 interface is wired as DCE data communication equipment and can be directly connected to the serial port of a PC or any other device that is designated as DTE data terminal equipment When the Stick Reader is connected to another device that is also wired as DCE such as a Palm Pilot or Pocket PC a null modem adapter is required to set up communications The Stick Reader s serial data connection can be extended using a standard DB9M to DB9F cable Extensions longer than 20 m are not recommended for data and extensions longer than 2 m are not recommended for data and power Allflex extensio
9. ery for the Stick Reader The maximum range of this wireless link 1s approximately 150 m Em Sy rm ee A A WE a lt HE not supplied RFL200 RLF100 Stick Reader Not supplied with the RFL100 10 PW50 and PW250 Battery Pack Ref 68000006 PW50 68000005 PW250 PW50 and PW250 Battery Packs are portable power sources for the RS320 Stick Reader The PWS0 is a low cost solution for 2000 eartag cycles It can be fully recharged in 16h The PW250 provides power for 4000 read cycles It can be fully recharged in 10h and only requires 2 5h to be recharged to 80 capacity RS320 Stick Reader not supplied Not supplied with the PW50 Removable straight serial cables Ref 68100022 3m 68100027 10m 68100028 20m Removable straight serial cables exist in 3 lengths 3 m 10 m and 20 m PC not supplied Stick Reader 12VDC cigarette lighter power cable Ref 68100029 This 3 m long power cable is used to supply power to the RS320 Stick Reader via a 12VDC cigarette lighter socket Cigarette lighter 11 Using the Configurator to select Stick Reader options The Configurator 1s a PC based utility that provides users with a practical means to customise the Stick Reader s functions and format ID codes The Configurator includes a user friendly extended help function The information given in this user manual 1s simply an overview The Configurator is supplied on a mini CD with
10. inal and send the C command upper case Enter to the Stick Reader in order to clear its internal ID code memory The next time the Stick Reader is activated the LCD readout will indicate READY TO READ and the tag counter will be set to zero D NE PAGE ee lr ru eee te Caution Once the C command Enter has been sent the ID code memory contents are lost forever Check that the ID codes have all been obtained 1n the required format before erasing them and that they have been saved Table 1 Frequently used command language characters Command Application P The reader s current settings are sent in command language format Bnnnnnn Configures the ID code serial data format Snn Sets serial data communication parameters Inn Sets the miscellaneous options r Resends the last tag read R Initiates reading the Stick Reader must already be powered up G Retrieves all the ID codes stored in memory M Sets ID code memory options C Enter Clears the ID code memory orH Retrieves the list of valid command language characters Note For commands followed by n hexadecimal characters the user must press the Enter key on the PC after entering all the command characters Enter does not need to be pressed for single letter commands except as indicated in table 1 18 Stick Reader physical integrity The Stick Reader has been built from rugged and durable materials to withstand use in harsh environments for long period
11. minal and configure it using the COM 1 port or any other port to which the Stick Reader is connected that is set to 9600 bits second 8 bits word no parity stop bit and no flow control fig 4 Once configuration 1s complete begin by sending the command character P upper case and observe the Stick Reader s response The number shown on the line in the format L nnnn indicates the number of ID codes stored in the Stick Reader whereas the number shown on the line in the format F nnnn indicates the remaining number storage locations available in memory fig5 HyperTerminal by Hilgraeve Monroe Michigan USA b For more power and convenience upgrade to hot neur i HyperACCESS TODA Y Developed for s i Copyright 1999 icroso i LIRE by Hilgraeve Inc j Hilgraeve Inc COM1 Properties Port Settings Bits per second scoot v Connection D Lis BECrIp mh Hs Connection Data bits Entel ame and doo den moon fol the Sonnechon or Parity Mare Siek Finna MI Msstewus Stop bits Flow control L 00 72 F 3191 Recording ID codes 1 method Send the G command upper case to display the ID codes stored in the Stick Reader s memory Hyper Terminal a ALICA Fis dt Www Cal Dege Hap D oe 2029 LA 982 GI 733712 OOO LA 985 12001230264 i Connected COS dato detect ue D Use the Edit Select all and Edit Copy commands t
12. n cables offer suitable 10 and 20 m extensions for data Optional accessories for the RS320 Stick Reader IEC power cable Ref 68100006 EU 68100007 NA 68100008 AUST 68100009 UK The IEC power cable is used to connect the power supply for the RS320 AK320 PW50 PW250 and RFL100 200 to the 100 240VDC mains supply Caution this cable is not supplied with these items and must be ordered separately Select the suitable version from the 4 existing versions EU NA AUST and UK RS320 Stick Reader Electrical supply AK320 Charger 100 240 VAC z WM Ed C NS RFL100 200 PW50 250 CM301 Bluetooth Module Ref 68000015 The Bluetooth module provides wireless communication between the RS320 and a Bluetooth compatible device The maximum range of this wireless link is approximately 100 m if allowed by the Bluetooth compatible device PC Bluetooth option not supplied PW320 Battery Pack Ref 68100020 The PW320 Battery Pack is used to supply power to all versions of the RS320 Stick Reader AK320 Battery pack fast charger Ref 68000017 The AK320 fast charger 1s used to charge up to 3 PW320 Battery Packs simultaneously in 2 hours Battery orientation ii s n RFL100 Mobile unit and RFL200 Base station Ref 68000008 RFL100 68000009 RFL200 The RFL100 and 200 provide wireless communications between the RS320 Stick Reader and a PC They can also be used as a batt
13. o copy the ID codes into the MS Windows clipboard Then open the MS Windows notepad and use the Edit Paste command to copy the list of ID codes and then save the file in a directory using a specified filename 2 Stick HyperTerminal File MXN View Call Transfer Help bd E i fa gi re E T 0 9 080000800001 000090000462 000000000112 000000258828 980000093416 980012733772 000000000112 980012733772 0900000000112 0000127337 72 2 Stick HyperTerminal File Misa View Call Transfer Help B72 72 0900000000110 0000000000901 000090000462 000000000112 000000258828 000000053416 000012733772 000000000112 000012733772 000000000112 000012733772 EB B i Western Click El Document WordPad AE Edit View Insert Format Help Ctrl M a T Cro Ctrl 5 wester int rl P Prink Preview N click Page Setup 1 P allcomarchiviD01507 stx Send Exit LA 982 000012735472 Recording ID codes 2 method Use the command Transfer Capture text and save the file in a directory using a specified filename Click on start to save Send the G command upper case to display the ID codes stored in the Stick Reader s memory Once the ID codes have been displayed use the command Transfer Capture text Stop to save the file 2 Stick Hyper Terminal File Edit View Call mietoa Help Send File Capt Text Receive File apture Te Capture Text Folder
14. read the tag s ID code information appears on the LCD readout and for non duplicate tag readings the tag counter will be incremented and the ID code is automatically stored in the Stick Reader s internal memory Furthermore the Stick Reader s green LED indicator flashes and the buzzer will sound A single flash beep occurs the first time a tag is read and a double flash beep indication occurs for duplicate tag reading Using the function menu A menu 1s available on the Stick Reader that groups together 3 functions These three functions are used to create a field separator tag code N consisting of zeros to reset the tag counter to zero to reset the Stick Reader configuration To access the menu double click on the read button when the Stick Reader is activated Press the read button quickly to switch to the next function To execute a function press and hold down the read button A countdown appears at the bottom left of the LCD readout and is accompanied by a beep The function is only executed once the countdown has reached 0 and a long beep is sounded A confirmation message is then displayed on the readout NEW ANIMAL GROUP gt RESET COUNTER 5 gt RESET CONFIG QUIT BY LONG PRESS BY LONG PRESS BY LONG PRESS MENU To quit the menu press the read button quickly when the last function is displayed on the readout Function execution is cancelled if the read button is released before the countdown reaches 0
15. s of time It is waterproof and can withstand immersion in water when used and to be cleaned However the Stick Reader contains electronic components that can be damaged if they are deliberately exposed to extreme abuse This damage can adversely affect or stop the Reader s operation Users should avoid deliberately striking other surfaces and objects with the Stick Reader Damage that results from such handling 1s not covered by the warranty described below Limited Product Warranty Allflex guarantees this product against all defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for a period of one year following the date of purchase The warranty does not apply to any damage resulting from an accident misuse modification or an application other than that described in this manual and for which the device was designed If the product develops a malfunction during the warranty period Allflex will repair or replace it free of charge The cost of shipment is at the customer s expense where as return shipment is paid by Allflex To obtain a material return authorisation code please call your Allflex point of sale or contact your Allflex representative 19 SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION RFID compatibility ISO 11784 amp 11785 HDX and FDX B Description Portable handheld fibreglass tube enclosure with rubber handle grip User interface One Press to Read activation button Red LED Exciter Active visual indicator Audible beeper
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17. the RS320 Stick Reader Basic operating instructions The Stick Reader is factory configured with the default configuration settings so that it will be immediately operational when powered up These settings are selected to satisfy common applications for most users and should only be changed once the user has a thorough understanding of the options and their effects Installing the Configurator on the PC Insert the CD in the PC drive and follow the instructions that are displayed on the screen This will install Allflex Stick Reader Configurator 2 19 seu Press Setup to start installation or Cancel to exit Cancel w n tn thee Alea Stik Header Conduite Shun program Setup hos rushed copying Mot bo yous compusee fe Ie shongy ngwneud thal pou ool all workers progam Elias turrar ther Ghai gris am ich Cancel to gal Setup and ther chore amy moe ymu hire ame Cisk Nes to conhnu with the Setup prog are 7 ywi Launch th pogam ie Llech Firth io complete Setup Fresh 12 Starting the Configurator Connect the Stick Reader to the PC via the COMI serial port or any other port and click on the Allflex Stick Reader Configurator icon that is displayed on the PC screen Power up the Stick Reader by pressing the read button and click on Get Settings in the Configurator amp window If communications are not set up automatically check the PC s COM port to which the Stick Reader has been connec
18. y temperature At 0 C the battery pack only supplies about half its specified energy capacity At lower temperatures it may be ineffective When the RS320 Stick Reader is used at low temperatures use an external power source such as the Allflex PW50 battery pack In this case we recommend placing the PW50 close to the user s body Recharge the battery pack every 3 months if 1t is not used A Do not store the battery pack and Stick Reader at temperatures above 50 C Activating the Stick Reader When the Stick Reader is powered up the LCD readout appears as shown below 0000 READY TO READ This power on message indicates that the Stick Reader s internal ID code memory has been cleared and that the Stick Reader is ready to read new tags If the reader has been previously used and ID codes are stored in memory the LCD readout will be as follows 0012 HDX ISO 982 000006975374 In this display the four digits on the left of the upper line indicate the tag counter the information located to the right of this line displays the tag type On the lower line the 3 characters of the ISO country code or manufacturer code are displayed followed by the 12 digit decimal ISO national ID code Display formats for other tags that can be read by the RS320 Stick Reader are shown below for ISO FDX B and industrial HDX coded tags 0013 FDX BISO 0014 HDX I 2048 982 009101723121 0000000000053925 Reading eartags When a tag is successfully
19. y wireles P Operational Settings Beep Mode Every Read Read Mode Requested Power On Read Don t Read Power On Reset Read Time la seconds Duplicate Reads Send Upon Re Read Duplicate Search Last tag Memory Marker 7 Don t Gener ate only applies within the current animal group Power On oft Marker Don t Generate Time On an F 5 Always On Tag Read R5320 Stick Reader Hardware V2 00 Software 3 38 Protocol V2 40 Memory 0002 3201 Online Duplicate ID code search Duplicate ID code search can be configured to suit user requirements The search process will stop 1f it encounters a field separator Continuous read mode In continuous read mode the Stick Reader remains active after reading a tag ID code The time during which the Stick Reader is active can be configured to suit user requirements The Stick Reader s activity time countdown 1s initialised each time an ID code is read The Stick Reader s maximum autonomy is 1h15 in continuous read mode Do not store a Stick Reader close to a tag if continuous read mode is activated 14 Retrieving and recording ID codes stored in the Stick Reader s memory A simple ways of transferring the ID code of tag numbers stored in memory to MS Windows applications such as Excel is to download the tag numbers into HyperTerminal first Configuring a HyperTerminal connection To do this open a direct connection in HyperTer
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