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3.02 Based on EPCglobal Class-1 Gen-2 Copyright Kapsch TrafficCom AG | The content and information enclosed within this document is the property of Kapsch TrafficCom AG and copyrighted. All rights, in particular rights of communication, distribution, reproduction, reprinting and translation remain, even in extracts, reserved. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Table of Contents. Page 3 of 105 Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Preface ......................................................................................................................................... 7 About this Manual ....................................................................................................................... 7 Explanation of Symbols and Signal Words .............................................................................. 7 7 Symbols 8 Signal Words 8 Other Symbols Professional Installation Guidelines for the U.S. .................................................................... 9 9 Installation Personnel 9 External Antenna 9 Final Output Power Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................... 10 10 General Safety Instructions 11 CE Marking for the Kapsch RFID Readers with the Type Designation ETSI 11 FCC and ISED Canada Regulatory Information 13 Anatel Brazil Regulatory Information Warranty Information .................................................................................................................. 14 Introduction to the RFID System ............................................................................................... 15 15 RFID System 16 Further Reference Material The Reader ................................................................................................................................... 17 17 Functional Specification 17 Features 17 Scope of Delivery 18 Accessories Connections and Displays ......................................................................................................... 19 19 Front View 20 Rear View 10
Installing the Reader ................................................................................................................... 22 22 Selecting the Installation Site 23 Installing the Reader Confidential Page 4 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 11 12 13 14
Transmission Methods ............................................................................................................... 25 25 Ethernet Transmission Connecting the Reader ............................................................................................................... 28 28 Connecting Digital Inputs and Outputs 31 Connecting the Antenna 31 Turning the Reader On and Off 31 Reading the PWR LED Indications Operating ReaderStart Software ................................................................................................ 32 32 System Requirements 32 Installing the Software 35 Connecting the Reader in the ReaderStart Software 39 Navigating in the ReaderStart User Interface Operating the Reader Using the ReaderStart Software .......................................................... 56 56 Communication 66 Application 69 Basic Reading 74 LED 76 RSSI LED Bar (received signal strength indicator) 77 GPIO Functions 82 Expert Settings 1 85 Expert Settings 2 89 Test Gen 2 Functions 96 TagScan 97 Spectral Scan 99 Authentication 15 Waste Disposal ............................................................................................................................ 102 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released List of Figures. Page 5 of 105 RFID system (example) ........................................................................................................ 15 Figure 1 SRU-8X1X Displays ........................................................................................................... 19 Figure 2: SRU-8X1X rear side .............................................................................................................. 20 Figure 3: Dimensions, rear view ........................................................................................................... 23 Figure 4: Dimensions, front and side view ........................................................................................... 24 Figure 5 Allocation of the GPIO interface cable .................................................................................. 28 Figure 6 DC-isolated inputs ................................................................................................................. 29 Figure 7 Inputs, not DC-isolated .......................................................................................................... 29 Figure 8 Figure 9 Output, DC-isolated ............................................................................................................... 30 Figure 10 Outputs, not DC-isolated ....................................................................................................... 30 Figure 11 Establishing connection to the reader ................................................................................... 36 Figure 12 Establishing connection to the reader: search for readers ................................................... 37 Figure 13 ReaderStart user interface .................................................................................................... 39 Figure 14 Menu bar: file......................................................................................................................... 40 Figure 15 File: save reader configuration to file .................................................................................... 41 Figure 16 File: load reader configuration from file ................................................................................. 43 Figure 17 Options .................................................................................................................................. 45 Info ........................................................................................................................................ 52 Figure 18 Info: reader info ..................................................................................................................... 53 Figure 19 Figure 20 Info: license key .................................................................................................................... 54 Figure 21 Status field ............................................................................................................................. 55 Figure 22 Status field context menu ...................................................................................................... 55 Figure 23 Communication Tab .............................................................................................................. 56 Figure 24 Ethernet section .................................................................................................................... 57 Figure 25 Communication configuration Linux model: general ............................................................. 60 Figure 26 Communication configuration Linux model: Ethernet ........................................................... 61 Figure 27 Communication configuration Linux model: Wi-Fi................................................................. 62 Figure 28 Communication configuration Linux model: Bluetooth .......................................................... 64 Figure 29 Communication configuration Linux model: mobile communication interface (2G/3G) ........ 65 Figure 30 Application Tab...................................................................................................................... 66 Figure 31 Basic reading......................................................................................................................... 69 Figure 32 Basic reading: mode ............................................................................................................. 70 Figure 33 Basic reading: statistics ......................................................................................................... 71 Figure 34 Basic reading: options ........................................................................................................... 72 Figure 35 Basic reading: grouping ........................................................................................................ 72 Figure 36 Basic reading: expert settings ............................................................................................... 73 Figure 37 LED ....................................................................................................................................... 74 Figure 38 LED: functions ....................................................................................................................... 75 Figure 39 RSSI LED Bar ....................................................................................................................... 76 Figure 40 GPIO ..................................................................................................................................... 77 Figure 41 GPIO: IO Configuration ......................................................................................................... 77 Confidential Page 6 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Fig. 42: GPIO: Test Input and Test Output ............................................................................................. 78 Fig. 43: GPIO: Action List and Assign Input to Action List ..................................................................... 79 Fig. 44 GPIO: action list, action context menu ....................................................................................... 80 Figure 45 Expert settings 1 ................................................................................................................... 82 Figure 46 Expert settings 2 ................................................................................................................... 85 Figure 47 Expert settings 2: default parameter set and copy parameter set ........................................ 85 Figure 48 Expert settings 2: change reader parameter ......................................................................... 86 Figure 49 Expert settings 2: select filter settings ................................................................................... 87 Figure 50 Basic reading: select filter required ....................................................................................... 88 Figure 51 Test Gen2 functions .............................................................................................................. 89 Figure 52 Test Gen2 functions: Get all EPCs ....................................................................................... 89 Figure 53 TestGen2: password for operation ........................................................................................ 90 Figure 54 TestGen2: write EPC ............................................................................................................ 90 Figure 55 TestGen2: read data ............................................................................................................. 91 Figure 56 TestGen2: write data ............................................................................................................. 92 Figure 57 TestGen2: change password ................................................................................................ 93 Figure 58 TestGen2: Lock ..................................................................................................................... 93 Figure 59 TestGen2: Kill ........................................................................................................................ 95 Figure 60 TagScan: phase shift (due to the channel change), transponder is not moved ................... 96 Figure 61 TagScan: phase shift, transponder is moved ........................................................................ 97 Figure 62 SpectralScan ......................................................................................................................... 97 Figure 63 Authentication........................................................................................................................ 99 Figure 64 Authentication: Key ............................................................................................................... 99 Figure 65 Authentication: NXP UCODE DNA ....................................................................................... 100 Figure 66 Authentication: untraceable ................................................................................................... 100 Figure 67 Authentication: key (TAM1) ................................................................................................... 101 Figure 68 Authentication: key (TAM2) ................................................................................................... 102 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 1
Page 7 of 105 Please follow all the information given in this User Manual for the Kapsch UHF RFID SRU-8X1X reader family. We reserve the right to make changes to this guide without prior notice. In particular, this applies to changes made due to technical advancements. 2
This document describes installation, configuration and operation of the reader. Furthermore, it provides detailed technical data in order to better familiarize the user with the features of the reader. The target group of this guide are specialists who install, configure and put the reader into operation. This document is valid for all Kapsch SRU-8X1X UHF RFID readers. Tipp Tipp This document applies to all Kapsch SRU-8X1X UHF RFID readers, for both types with and without embedded antenna. Keep these instructions for further reference, and if the device passes to another owner, pass them on to the new owner. For more information, visit our website https://www.kapsch.net/ktc/Portfolio/Products The manuals are available for download at the internet product page. 3
Symbols General warning sign Fire hazard Radiation hazard Risk of material damage or malfunction in safety instructions or call for attention Confidential Page 8 of 105 Signal Words User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Warning Caution Notice Tipp This signal word indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which can lead to death or severe injuries. This signal word indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which can lead to minor or moderate injuries. This signal word indicates a hazard which can lead to damage to property or malfunction. This signal word indicates useful tips and recommendations. Other Symbols Meaning Symbol
1, 2, 3...n Operating instructions in a fixed order Operating instruction
Result of an operating instruction Condition for the execution of an operating instruction List/list entry Program connections on the reader; push buttons in the user interface of the ReaderStart dbfdfbdfb commands and file names Putty cross references within the text, proper names or titles of other documents www.putty.org hyperlinks Browse homepage/Windows elements Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 9 of 105 4
Installation Personnel UHF RFID readers require professional installation!
You must be a professional installer with RF and related rule knowledge.
The installation requires special trained professionals to access and setup the system.
The system is not to be installed by the general public, general user shall not attempt to install the device or change the settings. External Antenna
You must follow Part 15 of the FCC rules, and specifically Part 15.203 pertaining antenna requirements of an intentional radiator.
Make sure to use a 13 dBi or less patch antenna.
Only use antennas which have been approved by the applicant. The use of none-
approved antenna(s) may produce unwanted spurious emissions or excessive RF transmitting power which may lead to the violation of the FCC/ISED limit and is prohibited. Final Output Power WARNING
Carefully select the installation position.
Make sure that the final output power does not exceed the limit set in relevant rules. The violation of the rule could lead to serious federal penalty!
If you are not a professional installer, STOP.
Do not proceed any further with the installation.
Do not install the unit or change the settings. Confidential Page 10 of 105 5
General Safety Instructions User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released WARNING Danger to life from electric shock! Fire hazard!
Improper interventions in the device may jeopardize its electrical safety. Unauthorized changes to the unit and the use of spare parts and peripheral devices which are not sold or recommended by the manufacturer can result in fire, electric shock and injuries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for accidents caused by the user opening or changing the device. Opening the device and attempting to repair it yourself voids all warranty and guarantee claims. The applicable version of the manufacturer's guarantee is that which was valid at the time of purchase. We accept no liability for unsuitable manual or automatic adjustments made to the unit's parameters and inappropriate use of the unit.
Make sure that all the connection, installation and maintenance work as well as all other work on the unit is carried out by properly qualified and trained staff.
Make sure that the installation team is properly qualified, familiar with and comply with the safety regulations applicable in the respective country.
Do not open, change or damage the device and its components.
Make sure that any repairs on the device are carried out by personnel authorized to perform them.
Keep and operate the device out of reach of children.
Do not modify, remove or disfigure the notices and markings applied by the manufacturer.
Only use the unit for the purpose intended by the manufacturer.
Before each use, make sure that the device is not damaged.
Only use the power supply unit supplied.
Make sure that the power supply cable is not damaged.
Make sure that a unit with a damaged power supply cable is repaired by an electrical specialist before being used again. WARNING Danger to life from electric shock or fire hazard due to incorrect voltage, insufficient ventilation, moisture, direct sunlight, heat or naked flames!
If the supply voltage is too high, there is a risk of fire.
Make sure the unit is operated only at the stated supply voltage; see the rear of the device or the external power supply unit.
When installing the unit in cabinets or shelves, make sure there is sufficient ventilation.
Do not cover the ventilation slots on the unit.
Protect the unit from moisture, dripping and splash water.
Do not operate the unit in damp areas.
Only use the unit in a moderate climate, not in tropical conditions.
Do not place any liquid-filled items on top of the unit.
Do not expose the unit to inadmissible heat, direct sunlight or fire.
Do not install the device close to the sources of heat, e.g. heating.
Do not place anything with a naked flame on the device. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released CE Marking for the Kapsch RFID Readers with the Type Designation ETSI Page 11 of 105 WARNING Danger to life due to radiation electromagnetic field!
This reader is designed ETSI for operation according to EN 302208. In some circumstances, heart pacemakers may suffer interference if wearers are close to the antenna when the unit is in operation (reader and antenna).
When the unit is operated with antennas connected, comply with the human exposure regulations in accordance with EN 50364.
Ensure a minimum clearance of 35 cm between the antenna and the human body.
Comply with the operating instructions for RFID antennas.
In case of doubt, make sure people with peacemakers contact the manufacturer of their peace- maker or their doctor. FCC and ISED Canada Regulatory Information The operator and the specialist company which carries out the installation are responsible for ensuring that only certified systems are used in the United States. Use of this system in any other combination (e.g. several antennas which transmit the same information in the same location) is expressly prohibited. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. To meet the certification regulations according to Part 15 of the FCC regulations in the United States:
Make sure the 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.
Make sure the unit is properly installed, see FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement, p. 11 and ISED RF Radiation Exposure Statement, p. 11. The readers with the identifier FCC are designed to operate under FCC Part 15 and can be found at the FCC homepage under grantee code WJ9. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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. ISDE Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dISDE applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) lutilisateur de lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. Under ISED regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by ISED. Confidential Page 12 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, choose the antenna type and its gain such that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. En vertu des rglementations d'ISDE, cet metteur radio ne peut tre utilis qu'avec une antenne de type et un gain maximum (ou infrieur) approuv pour l'metteur par ISDE.
Pour rduire les interfrences radio potentielles avec d'autres utilisateurs, choisissez le type d'antenne et le gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente (PIRE) ne soit pas suprieure celle ncessaire pour une communication russie. This radio transmitter has been approved by ISED to operate with the antenna types listed in 5.4.2 Recommended Antenna Types with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated Cet metteur radio a t approuv par ISDE pour tre utilis avec les types d'antennes numrs dans 5.4.2 Recommended Antenna Types avec le gain maximum admissible et l'impdance d'antenne requise pour chaque type d'antenne indiqu. Modifications or conversions which are carried out on this unit without the explicit permission of Kapsch may invalidate the FCC permit for the operation of this unit. 5.3.1 Radiation Exposure Statements WARNING Danger to life due to radiation electromagnetic field!
Follow the instructions given in the FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement, p. 10 and ISED RF Radiation Exposure Statement, p. 10. Ensure a minimum clearance of 35 cm between the antenna and the human body.
Comply with the operating instructions for RFID antennas.
In case of doubt, make sure people with peacemakers contact the manufacturer of their peacemaker or their doctor. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This transmitter must not be co-location or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Make sure this equipment is installed and operated with a minimum distance of 23 centimeters between the radiator and your body. ISED RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with ISED RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
Make sure this equipment is installed and operated with a minimum distance of 34 centimeters between the radiator and your body. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released ISDE Dclaration d'exposition aux radiofrquences Page 13 of 105 Le prsent appareil est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux radiofrquences d'ISDE CNR-102 dfinies pour un environnement non contrl.
Assurez-vous que cet quipement est install et utilis avec une distance minimale de 34 centimtres entre le radiateur et votre corps. Anatel Brazil Regulatory Information Anatel RF Exposure Statement This device complies with the RF exposure guidelines when positioned at least 34 cm away from the body. For more information, see the website of ANATEL at www.anatel.gov.br. Anatel Declarao de exposio radiofrequncia Este dispositivo est em conformidade com as diretrizes de exposio radiofrequncia quando posicionado a pelo menos 34 centmetros de distncia do corpo. Para maiores informaes, consulte o site da Anatel www.anatel.gov.br 5.4.1 Safety Instructions NOTICE Risk of harmful radio communication interference!
Following corresponding tests, it has been ascertained that this unit adheres to the limit values for class B digital units in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC regulations. These limit values are intended to provide private user's systems with appropriate protection against harmful radio interference. This unit generates and uses energy in the radio frequency range and is also able to radiate this; if it is not installed and used in accordance with the regulations, the unit may cause harmful radio communication interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a specific system. If this unit causes harmful radio or television reception interference, which can be ascertained by switching the unit on and off, we recommend that the user attempts to rectify this interference via one or more of the following measures.
Turn the unit on and off to make sure the radio or television reception interference is caused by the unit.
Realign the receive antenna or change its position.
Increase the distance between the unit and the receiver.
Plug the unit into a socket in a current circuit other than that to which the receiver is connected.
Seek advice from the retailer or an experienced radio/television technician Confidential Page 14 of 105 5.4.2 Recommended Antenna Types User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type are strictly prohibited for use with this device. Les types d'antennes non inclus dans cette liste ou avec un gain suprieur au gain maximum indiqu pour ce type sont strictement interdits pour l'utilisation avec cet appareil. Order number Type Shortened designation 34032620100 ANT-UHF-FCC-
30/CIRC 11DBIC 34032620110 ANT-UHF-FCC-30/LIN 11DBI 34032870100 ANT-UHF-FCC-40/LIN 13DBI 34035460100 ANT-UHF-FCC-
65/CIRC 8.5DBIC UHF RFID wide range antenna FCC 902-928 MHz, 30/70, 10.5 dBic, IP65, circ. polarized, N-connector UHF RFID wide range antenna FCC 902-928 MHz, 30/70, 11 dBi, IP65, lin. polarized, N-connector UHF RFID wide range antenna FCC 902-928 MHz, 40/40, 13 dBi, IP65, lin. polarized, N-connector UHF RFID wide range antenna FCC 902-928 MHz, 65/65, 8.5 dBic,IP67, circ. polarized, TNC (f) connector Gain circular linear 11 dBiC n.a. 8 dBi 11 dBi n.a. 13 dBi 8.5 dBiC 5.5 dBi 6 Warranty Information Switching on the AC or DC power supply prior to connecting the LAN cable is considered incorrect installation. Any functional defect arising as a result is excluded from the warranty/guarantee. Kapsch accepts no liability if the customer fails to implement the precautions listed here. In such cases, any claims under the warranty/guarantee are void.
Before installing or servicing the reader, make sure that the person concerned has read the manual and understood its contents. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 7
Page 15 of 105 RFID System An RFID system is comprised of the control computer of the reader, antennas, antenna connection cables and the tags. The figure below shows the schematic structure of the system:
Figure 1 RFID system (example) The tags consist of an antenna and a small chip. The chip is the true carrier of the information, the EPC
(Electronic Product Code) number. This number can identify products or product groups. Alternatively, the EPC can be overwritten with new information. To read the tag information, the reader switches on an RF carrier by means of a selected antenna, thus supplying the tags in the RF field with energy. To read the information from a tag, it is necessary to inventory the tags and then select a tag from the population of tags. Upon successful completion of the inventory, the EPC number of each tag can be read and sent to the PC. It is possible to attach additional information to the EPC, for example, the antenna which read it or the time at which it was read. NOTICE The reader operates using the frequency hopping process to avoid faults and interference between readers. Within the FCC area, this procedure is mandatory. The reader changes its transmission frequency randomly, with equal distribution across the 52 available channels. Each channel is used for max. 400 ms in an interval of 20 s. The ReaderStart v3 software can be used for testing and parametrising. Confidential Page 16 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released The communication between the ReaderStart v3 and the reader is based on the DLL (Dynamic Link Library), which includes the communication protocol, see document API Communication Protocol Description V3.x for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. For specific applications, the user can build its own control software based on the reader DLL. The DLL includes all the relevant commands and functions required to control the reader. It is necessary for the user to create his own control software. The user-specific control software can run directly on the reader. Therefore, a stand-alone operation without permanent network connection is possible. To be able to use the complete range of the reader performance in customer applications, we recommend using the reader SRU-8110. It is not possible to run any customer applications on the basic SRU-8211 reader. Further Reference Material In order to configure the reader correctly and adapt it to the respective application, it is necessary to have detailed knowledge of the EPCTM standards of GS1. This standard describes the principle of operation of the interface between the tag and the reader. The parameters available for the configuration of the reader are described in the Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. The reader is controlled via a specific reader protocol, the current version of the protocol is described in detail in the API Communication Protocol Description V3.x for SRU-
8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. Document No. Document Titel Application Bes-47000001742 Product Range Definition for SRU-8110 RFID Reader setup & installation Bes-47000001171 API Communication Protocol Description V3.x for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 software development Bed-47000001741 Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 commissioning DatBl-47000001744 UHF RFID Antenna Overview setup & installation EPCTM Radio-Frequency Identity Protocols Class-1 Generation-2 UHF RFID Version 2.1 Putty SSH Client (http://www.putty.org) software development software development Make sure the version of the document matches the software version of the reader, see https://www.kapsch.net/ktc/Portfolio/Products Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 8
Functional Specification Page 17 of 105 The Kapsch RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader SRU-8X1X series is capable to read active and passive RFID tags in the frequency range from 865 to 868 MHz for Europe and 902 to 928 MHz for the American market. Based on the latest RFID standards, such as EPC Gen2v2/ISO 18000-63, the Kapsch SRU-8X1X series support all market leading transponder chip features for security, authentication and encoding. As supplied, the unit can read and write tags in accordance with the EPC Gen2v2 standard. It is possible to load additional protocols using software updates. The device has a maximum of four external antenna ports for connection of the transmission/reception antennas for communication with RFID tags. For integration into a variety of infrastructures, the device has different communication interfaces, depending on the variant. The power supply is provided either by a 4-pin M12 panel connector in A coding or by PoE+
according to 802.3at (1057) 1). The Kapsch UHF RFID reader system SRU-8X1X is characterized by great flexibility in regard to RFID applications. One reason for it is the wide variety of reading devices compatible to each other, which allows to select a reader from the Kapsch product portfolio ideally suited for the respective application. Another reason for this flexibility is the wide range of parameters for configuring the reader firmware. Features
basic computing module
dual-core embedded PC
2 Ethernet ports, 1 Ethernet port (SRU-8211)
GPIO
PoE+
LED visualization
Wi-Fi (in preparation)
Bluetooth (in preparation)
2G/3G (in preparation) Scope of Delivery
SRU-8X1X reader 1) Internal supply of GPIO VCC pin is not possible with PoE+
Confidential Page 18 of 105 Accessories User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released An overview of the accessories available for the reader can be found in the document Product range definition for SRU-8X1X RFID readers. For more information, visit 3 our website at https://www.kapsch.net/ktc/Portfolio/Products or contact us via email at ktc.office@kapsch.net and please refer to Product Management or at our Headquarters office at Tel.: +43 50 811 0. The document Application Note Single Lane SRU-8110 RFID reader describes how a RFID based roadside station for a single line respectively for a Plaza application can be built by means of the available RFID reader components. The document Application Note MLFF SRU-8110 RFID reader describes how a RFID based roadside station for multi-lane free-flow applications can be built by means of the available RFID reader components. 8.4.1 Antennas For use with UHF RFID antennas we recommend the antenna types summarized in the document UHF RFID Antenna Overview. These antenna types are available for all frequency ranges and are water proof according to at least IP 65 standard. The document UHF RFID Antenna Overview also describes the applicable mounting accessories for the UHF RFID antennas. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 9
Page 19 of 105 Depending of the device variant, the reader has various connection options. The illustrations below shows an SRU-8110 standard reader with all its connection options. The following chapters provide details of the connections and the pin assignments of plugs and sockets. Front View Figure 2: SRU-8X1X Displays No. Name
PWR
basic LEDs (A1-A4) high-end LEDs1) Function indicates whether the reader is on; see also 12.4 Reading the PWR LED Indications indicate if an RF signal is on for antennas 14 (default setting)
For other functions of the basic LEDs, see 14.4.1 Selecting Functions See 14.4 LED Related topics 12.4 Reading the PWR LED Indications 14.4 LED Confidential Page 20 of 105 Rear View User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 3: SRU-8X1X rear side No. Name
ANT 41)
ANT 3
ANT 2
ANT 1
GPIO
PWR
LAN2) LAN/PoE Function R-TNC, 50 Ohm, to connect an antenna R-TNC, 50 Ohm, to connect an antenna R-TNC, 50 Ohm, to connect an antenna R-TNC, 50 Ohm, to connect an antenna to detect external sensors and to control external actors; see also 14.6 GPIO Functions to connect to a DC power supply, 1030 V second Ethernet port
to connect to a sub network to connect external Ethernet devices main Ethernet port with PoE+-connectivity
to provide power supply over Ethernet to control the reader 1) In the SRU-8211 readers, there are only 3 antenna ports 2) Available for SRU-8110 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 9.2.1 GPIO M12, A-coded, 12-pin, female Page 21 of 105 Pin Allocation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 OUT_CMN OUTPUT_1 INPUT_3 INPUT_CMN INPUT_1 GND UB OUTPUT_4 OUTPUT_3 OUTPUT_2 INPUT_2 INPUT_4 Related topics 14.6 GPIO Functions 9.2.2 Power Supply The power supply is arranged as a four-pin round-pin plug with an M12 connection thread in A-coding. M12, A-coded, 4-pin, male Pin Allocation 1 2 3 4
+24 V DC GND GND
+24 V DC Bear in mind that only power supply units with LPS (Limited Power Source) or NEC Class 2 power supply units are approved for operation with the device. This means that the secondary side of the power supply unit is limited to a power of maximum 100 W. Confidential Page 22 of 105 9.2.3 Ethernet User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released NOTICE Risk of malfunction!
If other cables then specified are used, the communication with the reader is either interrupted or there is a malfunction.
Only use shielded cables Pin Allocation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 TX+ / PoE+1 TX- / PoE+1 RX+ / PoE+2 RX- / PoE+2 PoE+1 PoE+2 PoE+3 PoE+4 9.2.4 Buzzer Furthermore, the reader is fitted with a buzzer which, in addition to the LED, indicates successful booting
(1 x short) or an error (2 x long) 10
When the connections are plugged in, the device satisfies the protection class IP67. Selecting the Installation Site WARNING Danger to life from electric shock or fire hazard due to incorrect voltage, insufficient ventilation, moisture, direct sunlight, heat or naked flames!
When installing the unit in cabinets or shelves, make sure there is sufficient ventilation.
When selecting the installation location, make sure there is sufficient space around the unit for appropriate dissipation of the heat generated by the unit.
Do not expose the unit to inadmissible heat or fire.
Do not install the device close to the sources of heat, e.g. heating.
Do not place anything with a naked flame on the device.
Make sure that the maximum operating temperature from 20 to +55C is not exceeded.
Make sure that the support surface has a sufficient load-bearing capacity/strength. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 23 of 105 NOTICE Risk of material damage due to the screws screwed into the reader housing too deep!
If the screws are screwed into the reader housing deeper than 10 mm, the housing is no longer water proof.
When mounting the reader, make sure that the screws are screwed into the unit housing no deeper than 10 mm. Installing the Reader At the rear panel, the reader has threaded holes.
See the drawing below for the dimensions of the holes. Figure 4: Dimensions, rear view 10.2.1 Wall Mounting Recommended for SRU-8110, since no alignment is necessary. 10.2.2 Wall/Pole Mounting Recommended for SRU-8211readers, because the alignment of the reader antenna unit is necessary. Confidential Page 24 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released For ease of installation, a bracket is available as an accessory to mount the reader on a wall (76000065210) or a mast (76000065210 and 76000065220). For a detailed overview of the available mounting kits and their corresponding order numbers see the document Product Range Definition for SRU-8110 RFID Reader. Figure 5 Dimensions, front and side view Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 11 Page 25 of 105 Ethernet Transmission The Ethernet transmission protocol supports both the previous RFID reader generation SRU-8100 and the current RFID reader generation SRU-8X1X. A data transmission layer is used for communication to the Kapsch RFID reader over Ethernet, just like in serial communication. The data transmission layer over Ethernet is a much more simple solution here since the TCP/IP protocol already has a data security layer. As TCP/IP is a stream protocol, only the packet beginning and packet end are necessary. There are 3 frame types in the protocol used in the SRU-8X1X readers. If no data have been received for 100 milliseconds within a frame, the received part frame is dismissed. The payload (D1 to Dn) is identical to the previous generation SRU-8100 payload. 11.1.1 Ethernet Transmission SRU-8100 Readers (previous generation) Frame Set-up A frame looks as follows:
Start + data block + end The start is made up of 0xAA 0xBB 0x01 0x01, whereby the first 1 is the Data-transmit byte and the second 1 is a Stuff-byte. The end is made up of 0xAA 0xCC. If the byte 0xAA appears in the RFID Reader Protocol frame, it must be doubled (0XAA 0xAA 0xAA). Port The TCP communication port is the port 4007. Example The frame ASyncGetEPCs is shown here as an example. The ID for this command is 0x0111, which makes the frame look as follows:
0xAA 0xBB 0x01 0x01 0x11 0x01 0xAA 0xCC Extended Block Structure If a data block to be transmitted exceeds 16 kB, it is necessary to subdivide into several 16-kB blocks. These blocks receive a block number, and the first block contains the total data length. It is necessary to confirm the reception of each block by means of an answer. First block:
Start + block number always 0 + 4-byte total data length + data block + end Confidential Page 26 of 105 All other blocks:
Start + block number + data block + end Answer to confirm the reception:
Start + block number + end User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released The start consists of 0xAA 0xBB 0x0E 0x01. The end consists of 0xAA 0xCC. If the 0xAA occurs in the RFID Reader Protocol frame, it is necessary to double it: 0xAA 0xAA 0xAA. 11.1.2 Ethernet Transmission SRU-8X1X Readers Frame Set-up Data Frame 5A 50 L1 L2 L3 L4 D1 Dn A5 start code code for a data frame number of data bytes (D1 to Dn) in the data frame (32 bit; LSB first) data bytes to be transmitted (payload) end code start code ping code end code 5A 50 L1 L4 D1 D4 A5 Ping 5A 5F A5 5A 5F A5 Response to Ping 5A 5F A5 start code ping response code end code 5A 5F A5 Port The communication takes place via the TCP port 4007 as in case of SRU-8100 readers. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Example Page 27 of 105 The frame ASyncGetEPCs is shown here as an example. The ID for this command is 0x0111, which makes the frame look as follows:
0x5A 0x50 0x02 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x11 0x01 0xA5 Extended Block Structure If a data block to be transmitted exceeds 16 kB, it is necessary to subdivide into several 16-kB blocks. These blocks receive a block number, and the first block contains the total data length. It is necessary to confirm the reception of each block by means of an answer. First block:
Start + block number always 0 + 4-byte total data length + data block + end All other blocks:
Start + block number + data block + end Answer to confirm the reception:
Start + block number + end The start consists of 0xAA 0xBB 0x0E 0x01. The end consists of 0xAA 0xCC. If the 0xAA occurs in the RFID Reader Protocol frame, it is necessary to double it: 0xAA 0xAA 0xAA Confidential Page 28 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 12 Connecting Digital Inputs and Outputs The activation and evaluation of the inputs and outputs is carried out using the ReaderStart V3 software, with the DLL supplied or by access to the reader protocol. Figure 6 Allocation of the GPIO interface cable The digital inputs and outputs are provided via a 12-pin sockets in A-coding with M12 connection threads. The inputs are electrically isolated from the power supply of the reader and can be operated irrespective of the polarity of the input signal. For this reason, there is a common pin for the inputs (INP_CMN). The connection variants for the inputs are shown below. If the electrical isolation is not required, the power to the input can also be supplied by the reader via pin 6 and 7 see 9.2.1 GPIO. The outputs are also DC-isolated from the power supply of the reader and have a common pin (OUT_CMN). If the electrical isolation is not required, the power supply can also be taken directly from the reader. NOTICE Risk of malfunction!
Note that the load per channel is limited to a maximum of 0.5 A, and the total load across all the channels must not exceed 1.5 A. If the auxiliary voltage of the GPIO port of the reader is used, the load can be 1.1 A as a maximum. The inputs and outputs are designed for 30 V DC max.
For further information, see the reader data sheet.
Bear in mind that LPS or NEC Class 2 classified power supplied units can be used for the operation of the outputs Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released SRU-8XXX Page 29 of 105 Figure 7 DC-isolated inputs SRU-8XXX Figure 8 Inputs, not DC-isolated Confidential Page 30 of 105 SRU-8XXX User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 9 Output, DC-isolated SRU-8XXX Figure 10 Outputs, not DC-isolated Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Connecting the Antenna Page 31 of 105 NOTICE Risk of malfunction!
When using a cable not suitable for the impedance of 50 Ohm, the performance of the reader will be severely limited by the mismatch. If the mismatch is large, the reader may indicate a fault.
Only use cable suitable for the impedance (50 Ohm). For the connection to the RFID antennas, the reader has four antenna connections that are of the reverse TNC design.
Only use the cable from the accessories or equivalent cable for this connection. Turning the Reader On and Off
Connect the reader to the power supply via a PWR or to a PoE source according to the 802.3at standard via LAN /POE input.
The reader is on. Reading the PWR LED Indications The reader has a 2-colour LED for the indication of the operating state. The table below shows the colors used and the related operating state:
LED yellow green yellow yellow green Action on Meaning the unit is booting on flashing approx. every 8 seconds unit is on, normal operation with heartbeat on flashing approx. every 8 seconds error during booting Tipp The SRU-8110 readers have additional 4 LEDs (green/red/red/green) in the antenna cover which can be controlled by means of the software. Confidential Page 32 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13 The reader can be operated using the ReaderStart software. The software provides all the necessary functionality of the reader for a test in a real environment. As an aid to configuration, various basic settings for application scenarios are available.
For the current version of the ReaderStart, go to our support portal at https://www.kapsch.net/ktc/Portfolio/Products System Requirements To ensure correct operation using the software on your PC/laptop, your PC/laptop should meet the following minimum requirements:
Processor:
Memory:
Operating system:
Free hard disk memory for:
X86-compatible 512 MB RAM Windows XP (SP3), Vista (SP1), Windows 7 or higher
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32-bit operating system:
850 MB (including Microsoft .Net Framework 4) 64-bit operating system:
2 GB (including Microsoft .Net Framework 4) Installing the Software Tipp The setup and the ReaderStart software might look different, depending on the operating system and the software version. The following images show the installation of the ReaderStart V3. During the installation, it is checked whether the necessary requirements for the installation are met, i.e. whether all the dependencies, such as the necessary Windows Service Packs, the .NET Framework in the respective version together with the C++ redistributables are installed. If this is the case, the software and the DLL for controlling the reader are installed. 1. Download the ReaderStart software at https://www.kapsch.net/ktc/Portfolio/Products 2. Extract the downloaded zip file. 3. Double-click on the ReaderStart_v3_Setup.exe file.
The following screen with the option to select the language used during the installation appears. 4. Select a language between German and English 5. Click OK to confirm the selection Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 33 of 105
The screen on the left appears. It shows additional information on the exact version of the ReaderStart software. Tipp After the ReaderStart software has been installed, it is possible to access this information in the Info drop-down menu in the task bar. 6. Click on Next to continue or Cancel to exit the setup
If you have accepted the license agreement in Step 7 the window on the left appears. 7. Select the destination file for the software to be installed 8. Click Next.
The screen on the left appears. The standard settings are displayed. It is possible to customize the folder in the Windows start menu. Confidential Page 34 of 105 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 9. Click Next
The screen on the left appears. 10. Tick the box Create a desktop icon if you would like to include the icon in the Windows Quick Launch/on the desktop. The default setting is to create no icons 11. Click Next
The summary of all the installation tasks appears. 12. Click Install to start the installation. 13. If during the installation the software requests to restart the computer, do so
If the ReaderStart has been installed, the screen on the left appears. 14. If you do not want to start the ReaderStart SW immediately, uncheck the Launch ReaderStart v3 box. Other- wise, the program will automatically start once clicking on Finish User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Connecting the Reader in the ReaderStart Software Page 35 of 105 13.3.1 Requirements From reader firmware version 2.04, the reader in the ex-works condition has the IP address 192.168.0.1 and the network mask 255.255.255.0. Earlier reader firmware versions are configured for DHCP.
To integrate the reader into a corporate network, contact your administrator so that he can allocate you a spare IP address and assign the correct network mask. Alternatively, it is possible to configure the reader to obtain an IP address automatically. For this service, referred to as DHCP, it is necessary to have an appropriate DHCP server operating in the network.
For more information, contact your network administrator.
Make sure that the IP addresses of the control computer and the reader are in the same IP range but are not the same. Ensure that the network mask is identical. 13.3.1.1 Establishing the Connection to the Reader There are two ways to establish the connection to the reader:
by entering the IP address to communicate directly with the reader;
see 13.3.1.2 Establishing the Connection via an IP Address or by using the reader's host name;
see 13.3.1.3 Establishing the Connection Using a Host Name.
Start the program.
The splash screen is shown until all the necessary DLLs have been loaded in the background
(see figure on the left).
After that, the user interface appears. It consists of the menu bar, the tabs and the status field:
Confidential Page 36 of 105 Figure 11 Establishing connection to the reader User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13.3.1.2 Establishing the Connection via an IP Address 1. Click the IP address field ( in Figure 11. 1. Click the Name field ( in Figure 11. 2. Enter the IP address. 2. Enter the host name of the reader. 13.3.1.3 Establishing the Connection Using a Host Name If you do not know the name of the reader, click Search for Readers. names, see in Figure 12
The readers found in the network are shown with their check the box next to the lock symbol ( in Figure 11); see also 14.1.1.1 Establishing a
To allow only secure SSH connection with an encrypted transmission to the reader, Secure Connection Tipp Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 37 of 105 3. The following steps describe establishing the connection for readers with an IP address.
The screen on the left appears. In the Ethernet block, click Search for Readers ( in Figure 11). Address ( in the figure on the left). Address (DHCP) field () is expanded. If there have been 2 or more DHCP requests sent by the reader, the Readers without IP 4. Select a reader under Readers with IP 5. Then it is possible to assign the IP address to the reader.
The view on the screen changes. The selected reader has a grey background ( in the figure on the left) and on the right (), the
() or on the arrow (). properties of the reader are shown. 6. To close this pop-up screen, click Apply Figure 12 Establishing connection to the reader: search for readers Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released the Ethernet block, the IP address ( in the figure on the left) and the reader type () are
The user interface returns to the main view. In shown. 7. Click Connect to connect the reader.
In the Ethernet block, the Search for Readers and Connect buttons are greyed out. It is possible to disconnect the reader by clicking Disconnect ( in the figure below). The
() and status messages from the reader/
program are shown in the status field (). Communication Configuration Linux Module Page 38 of 105 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 39 of 105 Navigating in the ReaderStart User Interface Figure 13 ReaderStart user interface The user interface of the ReaderStart consists of the following sections:
menu bar (); see 13.4.1 Menu Bar different tabs () and the contents of the tab (), displayed in the central part of the screen;
settings and controls for the reader, divided into individual functional groups and situated under
status field containing messages from the reader and the program (); see 0 see 14 Operating the Reader Using the ReaderStart Software Confidential Page 40 of 105
Status Field User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Tipp The contents of the tabs are considerably large and are, therefore, described in a separate chapter; see 14 Operating the Reader Using the ReaderStart Software 13.4.1 Menu Bar By means of the menu bar, it is possible to customize the program to the user's requirements. 13.4.1.1 File Figure 14 Menu bar: file
Save reader configuration to file
Load reader configuration from file
Close saves reader configuration in an XML file loads reader configuration from a previously saved XML file closes File 13.4.1.2 Saving Reader Configuration to File There is a wide variety of parameters available for configuring the RF front end. It is possible to save the complete setting as a parameter set in an XML file under File Save reader configuration to file and to load it later.
Under File, click Save reader configuration to file.
The following window appears:
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All
None
Progress
Save all available parameter sets from 07
Click the check box to select or unselect the parameter set.
The selected parameter set is marked with a tick. If the parameter is not selected, the check box is empty. selects all parameter sets from 07 unselects all parameter sets from 07 shows the progress of the save operation by means of the progress bar; see also Save, p. 41 opens a pop-up window to select the directory in which the configuration file in the XML format will be saved and the file name for it To save reader configuration to file:
The parameter sets have been selected/unselected and described. Click Save.
A dialogue appears. Select the file name and the directory in which the configuration file will be saved. Click OK.
The progress bar () shows the progress of the save operation:
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After the file has been saved, a pop-up message Save reader configuration to file Saving done appears. Click OK to close the pop-up message.
The software returns to the view shown in Figure 15 Click the X at the top right-hand corner or press Escape on your PC keyboard to leave the dialogue. cancels the saving process
Cancel Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Loading Reader Configuration from File 13.4.1.3
Under File, click Load reader configuration from file.
The following window appears:
Page 43 of 105 Figure 16 File: load reader configuration from file
File 1. Click File ( in Figure 16). opens a dialogue to select the configuration file To load reader configuration to file:
A dialogue appears. 2. Select the directory and the configuration file from which the parameter sets will be loaded. 3. Click Open.
The parameter sets saved in the configuration file are loaded and are marked with a red tick.
The progress bar () shows the progress of the save operation. see Parameter set see AllAllAllAllAllAllAll see None shows the progress of the load operation by means of the progress bar shows the status of the SetParameterByConfigID parameter shows errors in the SetParameterByConfigID parameter Confidential
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The parameter sets to be loaded have been selected/unselected. 1. Click Load.
The progress bar () shows the progress of the save operation:
After the configuration has been loaded, a pop-up message Load reader configuration from file Loading done appears. 2. Click OK to close the pop-up message.
The software returns to the view shown in Figure 16 3. Click the X at the top right-hand corner or press Escape on your PC keyboard to leave the dialogue. cancels the loading process
Cancel Close 13.4.1.4
Click Close to close the ReaderStart Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13.4.1.5 Options Page 45 of 105 Figure 17 Options
Language select 1.) Click Language select ( in Figure 17). selects the user interface language between English/German/Spanish/French
Reset layout
Change path to log
Show "No Tag" as file warning
The four languages are shown. The language applied in the user interface is marked with a tick. 2.) Click on the desired language.
A pop-up message appears: Question. Please restart the program to apply changes. Restart now?
3.) Click Yes to restart the program and change the language or Click No to cancel the changes.
If you have pressed Yes, the program restarts and the language of the user interface has been changed. resets the sequence of the tabs to default settings and reduces the size of the program to the window size opens a dialogue to create a new folder/select a new directory to save logs activates or deactivates the warning (yellow) in the status field if no tag has been detected in the antenna field; see 0 0 Status Field If this parameter is not checked, the absence of the tag is shown as error
(red) in the status field; see 0 0 Status Field Confidential change Page 46 of 105
Auto tag read on tab
Firmware update
Date and time
Load factory settings defaults User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released activates or deactivates reading tags after the tab change updates the reader firmware; see 13.4.1.6 Updating Firmware sets date, time and time zone on the reader; see 13.4.1.7 Changing Date and Time Settings loads factory default settings onto the reader; see 13.4.1.8 Loading Factory Default Settings 13.4.1.6 Updating Firmware 1. Click Firmware update.
A dialogue appears. shows the current firmware version.
A dialogue opens to select the file with the current firmware. 2. Click on the box at Path to update file (). 3. Having selected the update file, click Update ().
(). The status () shows what the software is currently performing, e.g. Preparing, Transferring data:
Click Cancel () to stop the update process. 4. After the update has been completed, click Reboot () to restart the reader
The reader firmware is being updated. The update progress is shown by means of the progress bar 2588672 of 211353360 bytes, Flashing . Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 47 of 105 13.4.1.7 Changing Date and Time Settings The reader has an integral clock which can deliver the time stamp for a tag operation. It is possible to set the clock using Date and time settings under Options in the menu bar. When this menu item is opened, it automatically reads the current date and time from the reader and compares this with the date and time from the host computer. The date and time of the host computer can now be loaded to the reader by pressing the Set system date and time on Reader button. 1. Click Date and time settings.
A dialogue appears. It automatically reads the current date and time from the reader (and ) and compares them with the date and time from the host computer (). reader time on reader ReaderStart SW
Date and time of the
Set system date and
Current date of the
Current time of the
Get reader date and
Set adjusted date
Time zone selection
Get time zone
Set time zone and time on reader reader time shows the date and time of the ReaderStart software; cannot be changed loads the system date and time shown in onto the reader shows the current date of the reader 1. To change the reader's date, either type the new date into the line or click on the calendar symbol in the line and select the date. 2. Click Set adjusted date and time on reader. shows the current date of the reader 2. Click Set adjusted date and time on reader. click on the clock symbol in the line and select the time. 1. To change the reader's time, either type the new time into the line or reads the current date and time from the reader and displays them in and
sets the adjusted date and time on reader; see and 1. Click on the drop-down menu symbol ().
The time zone is displayed at (). sets the time zone selected at reads the time zone currently set in the system 2. Select the continent and the city. selects the time zone Confidential Page 48 of 105 13.4.1.8 Loading Factory Default Settings 1. Click Load factory defaults. User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released
A pop-up message appears: Are you sure to load factory defaults?
2. Click Yes to load factory default settings or Click No to cancel the operation. 13.4.1.9 Linux Module
Change Linux password changes the Linux password 1. To change the password, click Change Linux password.
The following pop-up window appears:
2. Type in the old password. 3. Type in the new password. 4. Confirm the new password. 5. Click OK to change the password or Click Cancel to stop the process. Start starts FTP server Stop stops FTP server
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Firmware update Linux module
Connection config
NTP settings
DNS server settings updates Linux module firmware
Proceed as described in 13.4.1.6 Updating Firmware Make sure to select the file to update the Linux module firmware at Path to update file (). configures the secure connection and the backward compatibility
Check Allow only secure connection so that all connections are secure. activates or deactivates compatibility to Generation 2 Reader protocol reads the current secure connection and backward compatibility configuration sets the secure connection and backward compatibility configuration enters a preferred NTP1) server; see 13.4.1.10 Changing NTP Settings changes DNS server settings; see 13.4.1.11 Changing DNS Server Settings 1) Confidential Page 50 of 105 13.4.1.10 Changing NTP Settings User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released To simplify the time setting, it is possible to enter a preferred NTP server. This way, in a defined interval, the reader retrieves the information from the NTP server and gets the time from the network, thus setting the internal time settings of the reader.
Click NTP settings ().
The following dialogue opens
NTP server
Interval
Time
Status
Get NTP server
Set NTP server
Get interval
Set interval
Get time
Set time via NTP enters an NTP server address, e.g. 0.pool.ntp.org sets the interval in the range 04204967295 s to synchronize the time with the NTP server shows the current date and time of the reader shows the status of the last performed operation in the NTP settings dialogue reads the NTP server settings currently set in the system sets the NTP server selected at sets the interval selected at reads the interval currently set in the system gets the current time of the reader manually synchronizes the time with the NTP server Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13.4.1.11 Changing DNS Server Settings
Click DNS server settings (). Page 51 of 105
The following dialogue opens.
DNS server 1
DNS server 2
DNS server 3
Search
Status
Get DNS server
Set DNS server enters the DNS server address enters the DNS server address enters the DNS server address contains the local domain name shows the status of the last performed operation in the DNS server settings dialogue reads the DNS server settings currently set in the system sets the DNS server Confidential Page 52 of 105 13.4.1.12 Info User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released This menu item provides information about the ReaderStart software and the reader. Figure 18 Info
About Reader-
Start v3
Reader
License
Reader info key error status shows the version number of the software and links to the licenses shows information about the reader; see 13.4.1.13 Showing Reader Information automatically reader the license key and show various factory-set reader parameters; see 13.4.1.14 Showing License Key Information reads the error status of the reader and shows all errors that are outstanding in the status field Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13.4.1.13 Showing Reader Information Page 53 of 105 firmware version Figure 19 Info: reader info version
Firmware
Linux module
Serial number
Type number
CPU module
Reader uptime
Linux uptime
Details
Refresh
Save shows reader firmware version shows Linux module firmware version shows the reader's serial number shows the reader's type number shows the CPU module number shows time during which the reader has been running shows time during which the Linux module has been running shows details about the reader updates the reader and Linux uptime saves the reader info in an XML file Confidential Page 54 of 105 13.4.1.14 Showing License Key Information User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 20 Info: license key
Save license to file
Load license from file
Get license
Features
Show less/Show more saves the license key in a license file loads a license key from a license file shows the current license key details shows factory-set parameters of the reader shows/hides the information shown in the right part of the screen under Get license In certain cases, it is necessary to send the license key to Kapsch TrafficCom. 1. To do so, click Save license to file ( in Figure 20). 2. Select the file name and the destination directory. 3. Send the file via email to ktc.office@kapsch.net to the Kapsch TrafficCom support team. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 13.4.2 Status Field 3 message types are defined, see the example below:
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Info
Warning
Error shows which action has been recently performed indicates possible problems in the structure and configuration indicates that the required action could not be executed Every status message has a time stamp next to it. The status messages are arranged such that the most current one is always at the top of the list. Tipp
To expand the status field section and see more status messages, click on the boundary line between the sections (red line in Figure 21) and drag it upwards.
To minimize the status field section, drag the line downwards. The status field has a context menu which allows to deactivate warnings, information and errors in the status field. It is also possible to delete status messages. Figure 22 Status field context menu
Clear
Show infos
Show errors
Show warnings
Copy to clipboard
Save to file deletes all status messages shows/hides infos shows/hides errors shows/hides warnings copies the status field entries to the Windows clipboard saves status messages in the txt. format 4. Click Save to file.
A pop-up windows appears requiring to select the location of the file. 5. Select the directory/folder. 6. Click Save.
A pop-up message Saving done appears. 7. Click OK to close the pop-up message. Confidential Page 56 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14 Communication Figure 23 Communication Tab The communication tab groups together all the functions for establishing connections and configuring the Linux module. The various communication connections are grouped in 3 sections:
Ethernet for connections via TCP/IP;
Communication Configuration Linux Module section to change the Ethernet setting;
see 14.1.2 Communication Configuration Linux Module
COM for serial connections via the COM port (RS232/485/422) and USB for connections up to version USB 2.0 are not applicable for the RFID Reader SRU-8X1X. When the connection has been established, the program retrieves the information about the installed Linux module. It is possible to view and change the configuration information via the Communication Configuration Linux Module. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.1.1 Ethernet Section Page 57 of 105 The Ethernet connection is established by linking the reader into an existing network or by directly connecting the reader and the control computer. To directly connect the reader to the PC, a cross-link cable is required, unless the LAN inter- face on the PC supports auto-mdi-x. Alternatively, it is possible to use two standard patch cables and a switch. Figure 24 Ethernet section 14.1.1.1 Establishing a Secure Connection
The connection to the reader has not yet been established. In the Ethernet section, click the box next to the lock symbol ( in Figure 24). 2. Click Search for Readers () or Connect (). 1.
The following pop-up window appears:
3. Type in the user name at User (). The default user name is root. 4. Enter the default password UHF-RFID-Dev at Password (). If you want to use the key file instead, click the box at Key file (). 5.
A pop-up window to select the key file opens. Tipp You can change the password under Linux module Connection config; see 13.4.1.9 Linux Module 6. Select the key file. 7. Click OK to establish the secure connection.
It is possible to configure the secure connection under Linux module Connection config; see also 13.4.1.9 Linux Module Confidential Page 58 of 105 14.1.1.2 Loading Factory Default Settings User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released When resetting the reader to factory default, the ReaderStart SW sends out a UDP broadcast cmd. It is only possible 30 seconds after power rebooting. Note that this command also resets the Linux module settings, such as Linux password, network name, IP address, deactivates the auto start of the apps etc. In the Ethernet section, click Search for Readers. 1. 2. Select the reader onto which you would like to load the factory default settings. 3. Right-click on the reader.
The following pop-up message appears:
4. Click Load factory defaults on this Reader.
The pop-up message Are you sure to load factory defaults on this reader appears. 5. Click Yes to set the reader to the factory default settings. Click No to cancel.
If you have clicked Yes, another pop-up window appears:
6. Click Start.
A pop-up message Are you really sure to load factory defaults on this reader appears. 7. Click Yes to set the reader to the factory default settings.
The status messages informing about the progress of the reset process are shown in the Status field of the pop-up window, see examples in the figure above. 8. After the factory default settings have been loaded onto the reader, click Close. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.1.1.3 Selecting a Favorite Reader Page 59 of 105 If there are many readers in the system and the user establishes connection to one reader more frequently than to the others, it is possible to select the preferred reader as a favorite reader, placing it at the top of the reader list. In the Ethernet section, click Search for Readers. 1. 2. Select the preferred reader. 3. Right-click on the reader.
The following pop-up message appears:
4. Click on the star.
The preferred reader is now placed at the top of the list, making it easier for the user to select it:
14.1.2 Communication Configuration Linux Module Communication Configuration Linux Module has different options, depending on the reader type. Confidential Page 60 of 105 14.1.2.1 Selecting a Linux Module Option 1. Click on the symbol
The following options appear:
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Refresh
Name
Keep alive time
Get
Set Confidential reads the current settings of the communication configuration Linux module shows the host name of the reader which is logged onto the DNS server It is possible to address the reader using this name as an alternative to the IP address. specifies the intervals of time at which the reader sends a data packet to check whether the receiver is still available If the connection to the reader is broken, the reader shuts down the connection. If this parameter is deactivated (0 ms), the socket is shut down only when the reader is restarted. If no keep-alive time is set, it may happen that the reader cannot take up any further connections because the existing connections have not been properly shut down, e.g. following a breakage in the wire. In this case, it is necessary to restart the reader. It is recommended to use the keep-alive time to check the connection between the reader and PC. reads the configured general settings saves new general settings User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 61 of 105 14.1.2.3 Ethernet manually issues a network mask Figure 26 Communication configuration Linux model: Ethernet mask Tipp Tipp
Refresh
IP address manually issues the address
Subnet
Gateway
DHCP
IPv6
Status
Get
Set gets the current status enters the gateway saves changes reads the current settings of the communication configuration Linux module It is only possible to use this parameter if the DHCP () is deactivated. It is only possible to use this parameter if the DHCP () is deactivated. activates/disactivates the automatic issuing of an IP address by a DHCP server; if the network has a configured DNS server, it is also possible to use the host name of the reader. enters the second IPv6 address (the first IPv6 address is the link local address) shows the current reader IP address (eth0) If the data relevant to the current connection (e.g. IP address) are changed, it may cause an error and the connection is lost. Confidential Page 62 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released If the interface has been configured incorrectly, it is not possible to establish a connection to the reader.
Note the following default configuration settings:
Name UHF-RFID-Dev IP address 192.168.0.1 Subnet mask Keep-alive time DHCP 255.255.255.0 2000 ms deactivated 14.1.2.4 Wi-Fi Figure 27 Communication configuration Linux model: Wi-Fi IP4 IP6 IP address
Refresh
Status
SSID
MAC
Frequency
Get status
Go online
Go offline
Go online at start
IsOnline Confidential reads the current settings of the communication configuration Linux module see Figure 26 enters the second IPv6 address (the first IPv6 address is the link local address) shows the status of the Wi-Fi connection shows the current IP address shows the name of the access point shows the MAC address of the access point shows the frequency of the Wi-Fi connection shows whether the Wi-Fi module is online reads the current status of the Wi-Fi module establishes the Wi-Fi connection interrupts the Wi-Fi connection activates or deactivates the Wi-Fi connection as soon as the reader starts shows the list of the configured access points with SSID and password; the access points are shown in the priority order User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 63 of 105
+
changes the priority of the selected access point adds an access point
enters the SSID of the access point
enters the password for the access point
opens the list with available access points
adds an access point
cancels the operation
Click Scan to open the list with available access points:
adds the SSID of the selected access point to
updates the list of available access points edits the selected access point
changes the SSID of the access point
changes the password of the access point; only active when securely connected
opens the list with available access points
edits the access point
cancels the operation deletes the selected access point reads the configured access points sets the access points; only active when securely connected Confidential
Get
Set Page 64 of 105 14.1.2.5 Bluetooth User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 28 Communication configuration Linux model: Bluetooth reads the current settings of the communication configuration Linux module activates or deactivates Bluetooth as soon as the reader starts activates or deactivates the Bluetooth visibility of the reader for other devices sets the PIN for the Bluetooth connection; the default PIN is 4007 reads the current Bluetooth configuration sets the con figuration of the Bluetooth connection; only active when securely connected shows the status of the Bluetooth connection shows the remote devices connected to the reader shows the status of the Bluetooth connection activates the Bluetooth module deactivates the Bluetooth module
Refresh
Auto start
Visibility
PIN
Get
Set
Status
Remote devices
Get status
Switch on
Switch off Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.1.2.6 Mobile Communication Interface (2G/3G) Page 65 of 105 Figure 29 Communication configuration Linux model: mobile communication interface (2G/3G)
Go online at start
PIN
APN
User name
Password
Get
Set
Status
Type
Quality
Firmware version
Operator
Phone number
Module
Get status
Go online
Go offline temperature IsOnline IMEI activates or deactivates the GSM connection as soon as the reader starts enters the PIN code for the SIM card enters the access point name from the provider enters the access point name from the provider enters the access point name from the provider reads the current configuration of the GSM module sets the configuration of the GSM module; only active when securely connected shows the status of the GSM connection shows the GSM connection type shows the quality of the GSM connection shows the firmware version of the GSM module shows the serial number of the GSM module shows the operator of the GSM connection shows the phone number of the SIM card shows the temperature of the GSM module shows whether the GSM module is online reads the current status of the GSM module establishes the GSM connection interrupts the GSM connection Confidential Page 66 of 105 Application User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released The Application tab enables quick and easy configuration of the RFID Reader SRU-8X1X for a selected application Figure 30 Application Tab
Application
Settings selects between the available applications represented visually by means of labelled pictograms
Click on a pictogram to select the application.
The selected pictogram is marked in a darker color, in Figure 30 it is Conveyor > 2 m/s. changes setting of the selected application
number of the expected tags selects the antenna to be used
Check Ports 1-4 to select the antenna port. It is possible to select one, several or all ports. selects the parameter set in which the configuration is saved
Sets the values for max. reading speed or max. reading reliability
Click Optimized for reading speed or Optimized for reading reliability.
The values in Settings of selected application ( in Figure 30) change.
When the max. read frequency is set (Optimized for reading speed is activated), the number of readings is maximized. In this case, the same tag can be read several times, because all tags will be reset in the inventory so that they will respond again. Because of reading the same tag multiple times, in a scenario of moving tags it could happen that not all the tags crossing the antenna field are read. The frequency of detection of the same tag is increased. In some cases, the time allowed for detecting the tags may be insufficient, so that some transponders are not detected. When the max. read reliability is set (Optimized for reading reliability is activated), tags that have already been read are not read again in the next inventory, provided they are still being supplied with power. This means that only the tags which have not yet been registered are detected. This way, the probability that all tags are read is increased.
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Saves the settings that have been made as the settings for the selected application in the selected parameter set. The ReaderStart SW resets the settings to the factory settings first, thus overwriting the previous configuration. If the settings have been reset, the Apply settings button briefly glows green and a success message is displayed in the Status field of the ReaderStart SW interface. If case of a fault, the Apply settings button briefly glows orange to indicate a warning or red to indicate an error. If the fault has been caused by a missing entry, the field lacking the entry also glows red. A warning/error description is displayed in the Status field. After the settings have been loaded, it is possible to go to the Basic reading tab and to start the read process. shows the settings that have been made for the selected application in the selected parameter set shows the properties of the selected application
Settings of
Properties selected application of selected application Tipp The read rate is influenced by many parameters. In addition to the selected broadcasting profile with the respective data rates, there are also application-specific data, e.g. how many tags the reader should expect in the field. You can optimize these parameters using the Expert settings 1 and 2.
If you are unsure whether the settings you have chosen are best suited for your application, contact Kapsch support at ktc.office@kapsch.net (please refer to "Product Management") Confidential Page 68 of 105 14.2.1 Available Applications User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released When the application is selected, the properties and the settings of the selected application are displayed in the respective fields. The applications available for selection in version 3.00 of the ReaderStart SW v3 are shortly described in the following chapters. Conveyor belt > 2 m/s
for detecting individual tags in the antenna field on a conveyor belt moving at more than 2 m/s the distance between the tags and the antenna must be only a few centimeters Conveyor belt 2 m/s
for detecting and describing individual tags in the antenna field on a conveyor belt moving at a speed less than or equal to 2 m/s the distance between the tags and the antenna must be only a few centimeters Gate
for detecting multiple tags in the antenna field as they pass through a gate Vehicle Barrier Identification
for detecting and describing individual tags in the antenna field which are not moving the distance between the tags and the antenna must be less than a few meters Vehicle Identification
for detecting and describing multiple tags in the antenna field which are moving at a speed of more than 14 m/s the distance between the tags and the antenna must be less than a few meters Shelf Application
for detecting and describing individual tags in the antenna field which are not moving the distance between the tags and the antenna must be less than 1 m Place Monitoring
for detecting and describing multiple tags in the antenna field which are not moving the distance between the tags and the antenna must be less than 1 m Personal Identification
for detecting multiple tags in the antenna field which are moving at a speed of not more than 3 m/s the distance between the tags and the antenna must be less than 1 m Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 69 of 105 Basic Reading This tab is divided into two parts, the left part contains a table with information about the read tags (in the figure below), the right part () shows the statistics as well as options to control the reading process, described in the follow. The appearance and disappearance of a tag is shown in color for better visual effect. When a tag appears in the field, the row is represented by the green tag information, when it disappears, the row is red. Figure 31 Basic reading
EPC length
EPC
Port
RSSI
RSSI DBM
Reads
Cycles
First read
Last read
Frequency
Tag phase indicates the length in bits of the EPC; valid lengths 0496 EPC of the tag in the hexadecimal representation antenna port at which the tag is read; valid values 14 unitless (shown as having no units) signal strength of the tag response shows the RSSI value in dBm shows how many times this tag has been read successfully indicates how often an inventory has been started timestamp of the first tag reading timestamp of the last tag reading shows the used transmission frequency shows the tag phase in form of a rotating pointer This parameter is used to distinguish between stationary and moving transponders. If the transponder is moving away from the antenna, the pointer rotates counterclockwise, and clockwise, if the transponder is moving towards the antenna. The movement speed is directly proportional to the rotational speed of the pointer. In a full rotation of 360, the transponder travels a distance of 17 cm. Note that the reader has to change the transmission frequency every 4 seconds, causing a phase jump. The tag phase is also shown in the TagScan monitor;
see 14.10 TagScan The tag phase is also shown in the TagScan monitor; see 14.10 TagScan Confidential Page 70 of 105 14.3.1 Mode User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released allows the facility to switch the carrier off during the idle times, saving power. This mode is intended for applications in which the requirements for timing are not very demanding. The inventory of the tags is performed across all the antennas that are configured. Once all the tags in the field have been read on the last antenna, data are sent to the PC. The PC automatically retriggers the inventory of the tags. is intended for applications for which maximum performance is required The reader starts the inventory as quickly as possible, and at the end of an inventory it does not deliver every tag that was read to the PC, but only those that have recently appeared in the field or left it. This way, the time required for communication between the reader and the client is minimized. The timing of when a tag was reliably read in the field and when the tag no longer appears in the field can be defined more precisely using parameters.
For more details of the ObservedThresholdCnt and ObservedTimeoutCnt parameters, refer to the Configurational manual reader. deactivates or activates waiting for the result of the command executed by an external trigger and shows the result in in Fig. 30 When deactivated, there is no waiting process and it is possible to start the reading process at any time. starts the reading stops the reading deletes the reading results from the table on the left ( in Figure 31) Figure 32 Basic reading: mode
Synchronous
Asynchronous event
Listen for
Start
Stop
Clear Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 71 of 105 14.3.2 Starting and Stopping the Reading
All the settings have been applied and the mode selected.
Click Start ( in Figure 32) to start the reading.
Click Stop () to stop the reading.
Click Clear () to remove all tag entries from the table ( in Figure 31) 14.3.3 Statistics Figure 33 Basic reading: statistics
Tags per second displays the current reading performance
Total tags in list
Unique Tags count shows the number of unique tags detected in the inventory shows the total number of tags in the list 14.3.4 Options Confidential Page 72 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released file. reading Figure 34 Basic reading: options specifies the duration of the break between two inventories in milliseconds During the break, the carrier can be deactivated.
For more information about switching off the carrier, refer to Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63.
Click Save to file () to store the values RFU, EPC, TID and User in a CSV selects between RFU, EPC, TID and User memory banks
Click on the arrow to open a drop-down list to select a memory bank.
Memory bank
Break after
Bulk reading
Save to file
Selected tag
ARU-CSB-ELC activates the additional presentation for an ARU-CSB-ELC antenna
Show data as shows tag data in the UTF8 format information is saved. sets the time in milliseconds after which the result lists of an inventory is sent to the PC. To keep the time between inventories as short as possible in the synchronous mode, data trans- mission between the inventories can be dispensed with. That means that the reader saves all the tags that it finds in the field in its internal RAM and sends them to the PC after the time set in Bulk reading.
Right-click on Save to file to open or delete the file. changes the basic reading interface background to the color of the selected tag row saves the data displayed at ( in Figure 31)
Click Change path to log file to select or change the location where the as background UTF8 14.3.5 Grouping Figure 35 Basic reading: grouping It is possible to sort the read result by means of unique tags. This is useful in multi-antenna applications. If, for example, in a gate application with 4 antennas, a palette of 100 tags is read, the maximum number of the read results is 400. However, not all tags are read by all antennas, therefore, the read result will be about 250.
Check Group by unique tags to find out how many different tags have been read. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.3.6 Expert settings Page 73 of 105 Figure 36 Basic reading: expert settings
TransmitSelectIf-
NoFilterIsOn GetEPCsPreSe-
lect
Transmit-
SelfJammerCan-
SJC Scan celation (SJC) interval resets all the tags that are defined in the field at a given time When the tag count is very high (> 200), it is possible to speed up the detection of the tags by commanding the reader to change to new Select command; see EPCglobal Gen2 Specification. It is possible to test it in the menu Expert Settings.
Check TransmitSelectIfNoFilterIsOn.
A "select" is sent in each inventory, i.e. all the tags that are defined at this time in the field are reset. However, it can happen that the tags that have been read already are reset and re-recorded again. To capture only new tags, it is necessary to to prevent a renewed "select".
Uncheck TransmitSelectIfNoFilterIsOn.
The tags are read once. This way, no time is lost due to a re-read. Note that it is not possible to retrieve tags in which the read operation had been interrupted. This way, it may happen that not all the tags are read. Keep that in mind when unchecking this parameter in order to achieve top results. _ see Chapter TransmitGetEPCsPreSelect in Configuration Manual for SRU-
8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. activates/deactivates the optimal receiver sensitivity of the reader This process might be necessary in an industrial environment with increased reflection, e.g. due to metallic structures. However, this process is very time-
consuming and slows down the tag detection. sets the interval after which the SelfJammerCancelation process is executed Confidential Page 74 of 105 LED User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Not all readers support the functionality with 12 LEDs; all readers have at least 4 LEDs. Please check the reader data sheet for information. In this tab, it is possible to assign various functions to the 12 LED channels. It is possible to activate other parameters, depending on the selected function. Tipp As supplied to customer, the first 4 LEDs are allocated to antennas 14, LED 5 is allocated to GSM, LED 6 to KRAI, LED 11 and LED 12 to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, respectively. It is possible to customize this allocation. Figure 37 LED
Live
Function
First antenna
Last antenna
Turn-off time
Brightness
Get
Set
(live) Confidential shows the changed LED colour in real time shows RGB values selects between the functions described in 14.4.1 Selecting Functions the first antenna for the selected function the last antenna for the selected function sets the time for how long LED is on for the selected function changes the LED brightness for all active LEDs (between 0 (auto brightness determined by the integrated light sensor) and 100)
Move the brightness position along the bar to change the brightness of the LED.
The number at changes. changes the LED brightness (between 0 and 100)
Click + or to change the brightness of the LED. shows the current settings for all LEDs sets the new settings for all LEDs for which the settings have been altered User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.4.1 Selecting Functions
Click on the arrow ( in Figure 37) to select between the following functions:
Page 75 of 105 Figure 38 LED: functions frequency
Off
On
1 Hz 8 Hz
RF on
Antenna error
Tag found
Tag operation
Protocol access
KRAI status
Wi-Fi status success deactivates the LED activates the LED (always on) LED flashes at a frequency of 1/2/4/8 Hz LED lights up for Turn-off time milliseconds if a radio frequency is present at the antenna First antenna to Last antenna has been successful LED lights up for Turn-off time milliseconds if an error occurs at the antenna First antenna to Last antenna LED lights up for Turn-off time milliseconds as soon as a tag has been found at the antenna First antenna to Last antenna LED lights up for Turn-off time milliseconds if a tag operation at the antenna First antenna to Last antenna has been successful enables the protocol to switch the LED on and off shows whether a @KRAI antenna is connected to the reader flashing:
shows the Wi-Fi status
permanently lit: connected
off:
Wi-Fi disabled trying to connect Confidential Page 76 of 105
GSM status
Bluetooth status
Ethernet link status User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released shows the GSM status
off:
flashing:
trying to connect permanently lit connected Wi-Fi disabled flashing:
trying to connect shows the Bluetooth status
permanently lit: connected
off:
shows the Ethernet connection status Wi-Fi disabled RSSI LED Bar (received signal strength indicator) This menu is used to determine the strength of the received signal. Figure 39 RSSI LED Bar bar 14
Refresh
All/Antenna
Start LED
Stop LED
RSSI, Min.
Details RSSI, Max. RSSI bar updates the number of detected tags selects a tag from the number of the detected tags by means of the drop-down menu selects whether the tag has to be read on all antennas or only one antenna measures the signal strength stops the measurement shows the current RSSI value as well as the minimum and the maximum RSSI values shows the read range by means of the colored bars green signal strength is high (high RSSI value) yellow signal strength is medium (medium RSSI value) red signal strength is low (low RSSI value) shows detail information about RSSI for each antenna and property Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released GPIO Functions Page 77 of 105 Readers with GPIO functionality1) offer the possibility to set up small controls which trigger the reader, for instance by means of a light barrier, or which trigger an action at the outputs of the reader by reading specific tags. Such an action can switch an output to control the flow of goods. The GPIO tab allows the reader to interact with its environment. The GPIO function tab allows the user to manually read or switch inputs and outputs of the respective application. For more complex procedures, it is possible to create action lists which execute a sequence of commands on the reader. This list can then be linked to various inputs. Figure 40 GPIO The GPIO tab is divided into 3 sections, IO Configuration, consisting of Input and Output, Test Input and Test Output, Action List and Assign Input to Action List which are described in the following chapters. 14.6.1 IO Configuration Figure 41 GPIO: IO Configuration
Debounce Invert logical input time negates the electrical input signal and uses this state for processing in the reader;
if the parameter is not checked, the signal is used assigns a debounce time in milliseconds to each channel depending on the sensor being used (mechanical or electrical switch) Confidential First antenna Page 78 of 105 Invert logical output Function
Last antenna
Turn-off time
Get
Set User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released negates the electrical output signal selects between the functions described in 14.4.1 Selecting Functions the first antenna for the selected function the last antenna for the selected function sets the time for how long the output is on for the Tag found and Tag operation successful function reads the current IO configuration settings sets the output settings 1) All SRU-8X1X readers have GPIO 14.6.2 Test Input and Output Fig. 42: GPIO: Test Input and Test Output Each input channel has two configuration parameters available:
input has been checked at IO Configuration ( in Figure 41) shows logical input 14; will only be shown if Invert logical input for the respective reads the inputs once reads the inputs in a loop/stops the reading selects output 14 by means of the drop-down menu
In order to use this function, select the Protocol access function for the respective output, see 14.6.1 IO Configuration and 14.4.1 Selecting Functions. sets time in ms after which the output automatically returns to its idle mode either by moving the bar or by entering the value If the duration is set to its maximum value (65535), the output is permanently on. switches on the output switches off the output cyclic start/stop Test Input
Input 14
Read inputs
Read inputs
Output
Duration
Set output on
Set output off Test Output Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.6.3 Action List and Assign Input to Action List Page 79 of 105 To automate the processes, it is possible to store command sequences on the reader in the form of action lists. These are triggered by a change of edge at the selected input. Fig. 43: GPIO: Action List and Assign Input to Action List 14.6.3.1 Action List Each input channel has two configuration parameters available:
Action list
Action
Add action
Clear action list
Details
Get action
Set action list list selects an action list (0127) from the drop-down menu to save the action in selects an action from the drop-down menu, e.g. Activate buzzer (500 ms), SyncGetEPCs, ASyncGetEPCs, ASyncStopCommand; see also 14.6.3.3 Adding Actions to the Program
To see the commands contained in the current action list, type in
%userprofile%\Documents\Kapsch TrafficCom AG\ReaderStart v3 into the Windows search field. adds action; the action is shown under Details () deletes actions; no actions are seen under Details () Tipp To remove only one action from the list:
1. Select an action from the list shown under Details. 2. Right-click on the selected action.
The pop-up message Remove entry appears. 3. Click on Remove entry to delete the action.
The action is deleted from the list. _ shows added actions in the chronological order as they have been selected saves the set action list (flashes blue after having added an action to the Details () shows the current action list Confidential Page 80 of 105 14.6.3.2
Action list
Input
Assign to
Assign to rising edge falling edge User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Assign Input to Action List selects an action list (0127) from the drop-down menu to assign to the input in () assigns the action list to input 14 from the drop-down menu assigns the action list to the rising edge assigns the action list to the falling edge Tipp
If you would like to assign the action list to both the rising and the falling edge, click Assign to rising edge and then Assign to falling edge. To cancel the assignment:
Restart/reset the reader or select No action list under Action list (). 14.6.3.3 Adding Actions to the Program The action lists consist of a sequence of individual actions which can be loaded in the form of an XML file in the Action context menu:
Fig. 44 GPIO: action list, action context menu
Open file
Reload file
"ActionlistActions.xml"
"ActionlistActions.xml"
opens the actions list in the XML format in a text editor reloads the action list; it is necessary to reload the action list after a new action has been added to the XML file containing the actions or some changes have been made in it Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released The ReaderStart creates a directory in which the system variables are stored in the folder
%userprofile%\Documents\Kapsch TrafficCom AG\ReaderStart v3. It is possible to edit the ActionlistActions.xml file manually using a text editor.
To see the individual actions, refer to the Configuration Protocol . Page 81 of 105 The approximately 150 reader commands with corresponding variance of the parameters do not allow for a uniform list. A selection of all options is extensive. Therefore, it is recommended to only list commands required in the application. The following example demonstrates the syntax of the actions:
<ActionlistActions>
<!--Activate buzzer for 500 ms, CommandID: 0x0045, Parameter: 0x01F4-->
<Action>
<Description>Activate buzzer (500 ms)</Description>
<CommandID>0045</CommandID>
<!--LSB first-->
<Parameter>F4</Parameter>
<Parameter>01</Parameter>
</Action>
<!--Get EPCs, CommandID: 0x0101-->
<Action>
<Description>Get EPCs</Description>
<CommandID>0101</CommandID>
<!--LSB first-->
</Action>
</ActionlistActions>
The example above shows the Activate buzzer 500 ms and Get EPCs actions. Confidential Page 82 of 105 Expert Settings 1 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released The ReaderStart SW is a powerful tool for the reader configuration. It allows the reader to be customized to any application. The Expert settings 1 and 2 allow the reader's RF interface and communications profile to be optimized to the tag so that the reader is optimally customized to the application. There are eight parameter sets available for saving the reader configuration. It is possible to save all settings for the transmission power, the antenna multiplex configuration, the RF settings and the air interface parameters. Other parameters can be changed in Expert settings 2.
For more information about the individual parameters, refer to Reader Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. Figure 45 Expert settings 1
Parameter Set
Get
Set
Enabled
Power
dBm/W
Port power
Cable attenuation
Antenna type Confidential selects a parameter set reads the current settings of the selected parameter set in the system sets the parameters activates/deactivates the possibility to make changes in the port changes the power on the port (ERP) switches between dBm and W shows the selected power on the port selects cable attenuation in the range between 0 and 63.75 dB selects the antenna type between pre-defined and custom antennas If the pre-defined antenna is selected, the ReaderStart SW sets the antenna gain to the maximum value permitted for this antenna. If Custom antenna is selected, it is possible to freely set the gain and power. User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 83 of 105
Gain
ERP/EIRP
Port
Exposure time
Communication
Communication
Available Standard Profile channels
(only available for ETSI-readers)
Initial Q
Sel
Session
Target selects the antenna gain between 32.00 dBiC and 31.75 dBiC switches between ERP and EIRP selects the antenna port or deactivates it If the antenna is not activated, the system proceeds to the next antenna in the Port Multiplex Configuration.
For more details, refer to the Chapter MultiplexingAntennaport1...8 in the Reader Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. specifies the exposure time on the antenna; only used for asynchronous operation
For more details, refer to the Chapter MultiplexingExposureTime1...8 in the Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63. selects a country-specific communication standard; the device version determines which communication standard is permitted selects the profile for the data rate and read reliability This option allows the technician to directly influence the performance of the reader and the spectrum of the signal. The profile names contain basic orientation on the transmission and reception data rates. selects the channel for the reader to use Depending on the region, the reader transmits in the frequency range 865868 MHz for Europe or 902928 MHz for USA/Canada. In Europe, the number of channels to be used can be limited. For this reason, it is necessary to check the related check box for each channel the reader is to use. This way, it is possible to avoid using specific channels on which there is interference. reflects the number of tags expected in the field; see also Chapter InitialQ in Reader Configuration Manual specifies whether other parameters are of interest for an inventory of the tag population or not; see also Chapter QuerySel in Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 sets which session the reader is to work with; see also Chapter Sessions in Reader Configuration Manual specifies which tags in the population should take part in the inventory; see also Chapter QueryTarget in Configuration Manual for SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 To operate the reader in accordance with the related national standards, it is necessary to take into account the antenna gain and the cable attenuation in the transmission power setting.
Do not exceed the permitted transmission power. Failure to observe this instruction can result in non-compliant operation of the reader leading the termination of the type approval. Confidential Page 84 of 105 14.7.1 Port Power User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released In Europe, the radiated power is limited in accordance with ETSI 302208 to 2 W ERP. In the FCC/IC region, max. 1 W connected RF power applies with an antenna gain of 6 dBi. If the antenna gain is greater than 6 dBi, it is necessary to reduce the RF power accordingly. While the European standard refers to a half-wave dipole, FCC part 15/RSS 210 refers to an isotropic radiator. To set the port power, it is necessary to include the length-dependent cable attenuation and the antenna gain into the calculation of the port power. An example for the calculation of the port power for Europe and FCC/IC is given below. The following applies to the European approval region:
Pport = PERP + Dcable GHW, where Pport is the port power of the reader in dBm; PERP is the port power based on a half-wave dipole in dBm; Dcable is the cable attenuation in dB; GHW is the antenna gain based on a half-wave dipole. The cable attenuation is the length-dependent attenuation of the cable at the related frequency:
Dcable = l*DdB/m, where Dcable is the cable attenuation in dB; I is the length in m; DdB/m is the attenuation in dB/m at frequency. The antenna gain is stated in various different units. These units include dBi and dBic. The units dBi and dBic refer to an isotropic (spherical) radiator, where dBic refers to a circularly polarized isotropic radiator and dBi to a linearly polarized isotropic radiator. In the European approval area, the radiated power must not exceed 2 W ERP. This figure refers to a half-wave dipole. The relationship shown below exists between an isotropic radiator (dBi) and a half-wave dipole. GHW = Gisot 2.14 dB, where GHW is gain-based on a half-wave dipole and Gisot is gain-based on an isotropic radiator in dBi If the gain of the antenna is referred to the polarisation of a circular isotropic antenna (dBic), the linear gain of the antenna is 3 dB lower. As a result ,the port power can be increased by 3 dB. GHW = Gisot 2.14 dB 3dB, where GHW is gain-based on a half-wave dipole and Gisot is gain-based on an isotropic radiator in dBi In the FCC/IC approval region, the RF power connected at the antenna input must not exceed 1 W. If the gain of the antenna is higher than 6 dBi, it is necessary to reduce the RF power correspondingly. The reader's port power is then:
Pport = Pcond + DKabel with Pcond 1W and Gisot 6dB, where Pport is the port power of the reader in dBm; Pcond is the power on antenna output in dBm; Dcable is the cable attenuation in dBm; GHW is the antenna gain in dBi. If the antenna gain is stated in dBic, the reader's transmission power can be increased by 3 dB. The port power for the European variant can be set in 0.25dB steps from 6 dBm to 33 dBm. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Expert Settings 2 Page 85 of 105 The Expert settings 2 tab is divided into four sections for further configuration of the reader. In this tab, it is possible, for example, to change the default parameter set, copy one parameter set into another, read reader parameters to determine their ID and configure Select Filter Settings. Figure 46 Expert settings 2 14.8.1 Default Parameter Set The Default parameter set allows configuration of the parameter set that is loaded from the Flash into the RAM when the reader is started.
Default
Set Parameter Set Figure 47 Expert settings 2: default parameter set and copy parameter set selects a default parameter set sets the selected default parameter set in the reader Confidential Page 86 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.8.2 Copy Parameter Set The Copy parameter set allows one parameter set to be copied into another. selects the parameter set to be copied selects the parameter set into which the source parameter set is to be copied copies the parameter set
Click Copy.
On successful completion of the copy operation, the Copy button briefly glows green and a corresponding message is displayed in the status field.
If there is an error, the Copy button glows red, an error pop-up message appears and a warning is shown in the status field. shows the progress of the copying process 14.8.3 Change Reader Parameter Change reader parameter allows to change all reader settings using their respective configuration IDs. Figure 48 Expert settings 2: change reader parameter selects the parameter ID shows or sets the parameter value The value is either decimal or hexadecimal, it is possible to switch between dec and hex. shows the current active parameter set reads the value of the current parameter set of the reader and shows it at writes the parameter value () into the selected parameter ID () parameter set parameter set
Source
Target
Copy
ID
Parameter
Parameter
Active
Get
Set parameter set value Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 87 of 105 14.8.4 Select Filter Settings By means of these settings, it is possible to filter certain tags, e.g. to only read tags with the defined data in the respective memory banks. It is possible to set up to 32 filters. Figure 49 Expert settings 2: select filter settings
Filter
Target
Action bank select filter data to file
Memory
Save
Load select
On
Bit pointer
Mask
Mask data
Get
Set filter data to file length
Make sure the target matches the session set in Figure 46. selects a filter selects the tag target session selects the action; see also EPCglobal Gen 2 Specification (p. 73) Tipp To see the description of an action, hover over the Action field.
The description of the action appears in the tooltip:
selects the memory bank (RFU/EPC/TID/User) saves the select filter data to file loads the select filter data from file activates or deactivates the select filter sets from which memory address the filter compares the mask data sets the mask length (0255) reads the data of the filter selected at sets the data to be filtered sets the select filter Tipp In SRU-8X1X readers, select filter data are permanently stored in the reader, e.g. if the select filter has been activated, it is active after a reader restart. Confidential Page 88 of 105 14.8.5 Applying a Select Filter (Example) User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released You have the following results of the basic reading but you would like only the tags with the FC28 in the memory address to take part in the inventory:
Figure 50 Basic reading: select filter required To do so, it is necessary to create a select filter. The advantage of this process is that the filtering takes place already at the air interface level. To create the select filter as shown in the figure below:
Specification. 1. Select the filter you would like to save the filtering settings to under Filter (). 2. Select the target (). Make sure the target matches the session set in Figure 46. 3. Select an action (). In the example, the action is set to 100; see also EPCglobal Gen 2 4. Select the EPC memory bank (). 5. Activate the select filter (). 7. Enter 40 at Bit pointer (). 8. Enter the mask length at . In the example, FC28 is one word, therefore, the value is 16. 9. Enter the value (FC28) at . 10. Click Set (). 6. Refer to the EPCglobal Gen 2 Specification to check from which bit pointer the filter will search for the value according to which you would like to filter the tags (FC28 in the example); see pp. 4446 in the EPCglobal Gen 2 Specification V 2.0.1. In the example, FC28 is the third word in the EPC memory bank (bit pointer 0x00 is the CRC, bit pointer 0x10 is the PC, bit pointer 0x20 is the first EPC word). Therefore, FC28 corresponds to the bit pointer 0x40. 11. Go to Expert settings 1. 12. In Selection Parameters, set the value at target to B; see also EPCglobal Gen 2 Specification. 13. Start the reading in the Basic reading tab:
The reader only reads the tags with the filtered value (marked green). The tag without the filtered value is not read (marked red). Confidential
User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Test Gen 2 Functions Page 89 of 105 This tab makes it possible to access individual tag functions. In addition to the functionality in accordance with the EPC Gen2 standard, it is possible, for example, to read and write tags as well as set and change tag passwords. The user interface consists of the fields Get all Tags, Password for Operation, Write EPC, Read data, Write data, Change Password, Lock and Kill that are described in the following chapters. Figure 51 Test Gen2 functions 14.9.1 Get All Tags Figure 52 Test Gen2 functions: Get all EPCs
Refresh
Info updates the tags read in the field
For EPC-specific operations, click on a tag to select it from the list. shows the information about the tag manufacturer and the chip type
Click on the information symbol.
The information about the tag is shown:
Confidential Page 90 of 105 14.9.2 Password for Operation User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 53 TestGen2: password for operation
Password sets the password for the tag operation in the hexadecimal format 14.9.3 Write EPC In this tab, it is possible to change the EPC of the tag. Figure 54 TestGen2: write EPC
New EPC
Auto
Write EPC
Write EPC to selected tag increment to tag in field enters an EPC in the hexadecimal format Make sure to comply with the maximum EPC length supported by the tag. If the maximum length is exceeded, the tag will return an error. activates or deactivates increasing the EPC by one with each successful writing process writes the EPC on the selected tag writes the EPC entered in 1 to a single tag
When using this command, make sure there is only one tag in the field. Otherwise, an error message is displayed in the status field. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 91 of 105 14.9.4 Read Data This group supplies detailed access to all the data areas of the tag. Access is obtained by entering the selected memory bank, the address within the memory bank and the number of words. Figure 55 TestGen2: read data
Memory bank
Memory address
Word count
Data (UTF8)
Data (ISO 17367)
Read data of
Read complete
Read data of all
Read complete memory bank of selected tag selected tag tags memory bank of all tags enters the selected memory bank enters the address within the memory bank enters the number of words to read shows the data in the UTF8 format shows the data in the ISO 17367 format reads data from the selected tag reads the complete memory bank of the selected tag; up to 255 words reads data from all tags in the field If the tags in the field have different passwords and are configured differently, it is necessary to read the data from each tag individually. reads the complete memory bank of all tags in the field; up to 255 words Confidential Page 92 of 105 14.9.5 Write Data User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 56 TestGen2: write data
Memory bank
Memory address
Data
Data (UTF8)
Data mask
Write data to selected
Write masked data to
Write data to all tags
Write masked data to selected tag tag all tags enters the selected memory bank enters the address within the memory bank enters data to write in the hexadecimal format enters data to write in the UTF8 format enters the data mask The data mask allows only individual bits on the tag to be changed. writes data to the selected tag in the field writes the masked data to the selected tag write data to all tags in the field
If the data are written to all tags in the field, make sure all the tags have the same configuration (lock and password). writes the masked data to the all tags in the field Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released 14.9.6 Change Password To change the password, enter the current password at in Figure 53. If no password has yet been set, Page 93 of 105 the default value is 0. Figure 57 TestGen2: change password
New password
New kill
Set password
Set kill on selected tag password password on selected tag sets the new password in the hexadecimal format for the selected tag sets the new password to deactivate the selected tag replaces the old password by the new password for the selected tag replaces the old deactivation password by the new deactivation password for the selected tag 14.9.7 Lock The EPC Gen2 standard provides security mechanisms for the tag data areas. This allows individual memory areas and functionalities of the tags to be provided with a password to protect it against access and/or changes. Under Lock, it is possible to lock the memory banks. Figure 58 TestGen2: Lock
Kill password specifies how the kill password is accessible
Select one of the following options from the drop-down menu No change Accessible the current setting for the kill password remains unchanged the kill password is readable and writeable from either the open or secured state Accessible with the kill password is permanently readable and writeable from permalock Accessible with the kill password is readable and writeable from the secured state password either the open or secured states and may never be locked but not from the open state Confidential Page 94 of 105 User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released
Access
EPC memory password bank bank
TID memory
User memory
Lock selected
Lock all tags bank tag the kill password is not readable or writeable from any state Not accessible with permalock
For more details, see EPCGlobal Gen2 Specification. specifies how the access password is accessible
Select an option from the drop-down menu; see the options at .
For more details, see EPCGlobal Gen2 Specification. specifies how the EPC memory bank is accessible
Select one of the following options from the drop-down menu:
No change Writeable the EPC memory remains unchanged the EPC memory bank is writeable from either the open or secured states the EPC memory bank is writeable from either the open or secured states and may never be locked the EPC memory bank is writeable from the secured state but not from the open state Writeable with permalock Writeable with password Not writable with the EPC memory bank is not writeable from any state permalock specifies how the TID memory bank is accessible
Select an option from the drop-down menu; see the options at .
Select an option from the drop-down menu; see the options at . locks the selected tag with the settings from locks all the tags with the settings from specifies how the User memory bank is accessible
To lock all the tags, make sure that all the tags have the same password. Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 95 of 105
To deactivate a tag, set a deactivation password that is not 0; see in Figure 57. After a kill command, the tag will be unusable!
14.9.8 Kill Figure 59 TestGen2: Kill
Kill selected
Kill all tags tag executes a kill command on the selected tag executes a kill command on all tags in the field Confidential Page 96 of 105 TagScan User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released To represent the relationship between the tag phase and the RSSI value, it is possible to plot both values by means of the TagScan.
There is only one tag in the field or a tag has been selected.
Click Start to activate the TagScan.
The phase shifts are seen in the frequency switching. The RSSI value does not change because the transponder (tag) is not moved. Figure 60 TagScan: phase shift (due to the channel change), transponder is not moved
Tags
Refresh
Start
Stop
RSSI
Phase
Refresh rate
Number of data points shows the number of the tags present in the antenna field scans tags in the antenna field anew starts TagScan stops TagScan activates/deactivates the presentation of the RSSI value in the graph activates/deactivates the presentation of the phase in the graph shows the phase in form of the rotating arrow shows the current value of the phase shows the current RSSI value sets the interval between the commands sets the number of data points in the graph
To eliminate the phase shifts, select only one transmission frequency under Expert settings 1; see 14.7 Expert Settings 1 Tipp Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 97 of 105 Figure 61 TagScan: phase shift, transponder is moved Transponder movement is indicated by the amplitude of the phase. The RSSI value changes in small steps. The direction of the movement is indicated by means of the rotating pointer Spectral Scan It may happen that the RFID transmission to or from the transponder is disturbed by frequency interfering. SpectralScan shows a qualitative frequency spectrum. Due to the fact that it is received by means of the connected RFID antenna, the frequency assignment on location is made visible. Figure 62 SpectralScan
ETSI
Antenna 1n
Start selects the frequency area selects an antenna from the drop-down menu starts SpectralScan Confidential Page 98 of 105
Stop
Reset maxima stops SpectralScan resets maxima User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released If there is more than one reader, spectral scan shows which channels might be occupied by other readers. In Figure 61, the channels 4, 10 and 13 are occupied by other readers. If the user is not satisfied with the reading results and the interferences keep occurring, it is possible to deactivate channels on which the interference occurs (4, 10 and 13) and only activate the channel that is free (7) to achieve better reading results, see in Figure 45 Confidential User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 99 of 105 Authentication Using this function, it is possible to authenticate a tag. The Authentication tab consists of 4 areas, Get All Tags, Tags, Key and functions that are described below. Figure 63 Authentication
Password
Get all tags
Tags
Key
Functions 14.12.1 Key enters the access password; see 14.9.2 Password for Operation reads all the tags in the antenna field shows all the detected tags see 14.12.114.12.1 Key; necessary for TAM1 and TAM2 see 14.12.2 Functions Figure 64 Authentication: Key
Key 0/Key 1
Key
Crypto suite
selects a key for the authentication (Key 0 is only used for TAM1, Key 1 is used for both TAM1 and TAM2) enters the key selected in selects the crypto suite see 14.12.2 Functions Confidential Page 100 of 105 14.12.2 Functions 14.12.2.1 NXP UCODE DNA User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 65 Authentication: NXP UCODE DNA
Get key
Set key
Activate key reads key 0 or key 1 currently set in the selected tag; only if the key has not been activated sets key 0 or key 1 on the selected tag activates key 0 or key 1 on the selected tag 14.12.2.2 Untraceable Figure 66 Authentication: untraceable
U:
EPC
New EPC length
TID
User asserts or deasserts U in XPC_W1; see EPCglobal Gen2 Specification, p. 106 shows or hides memory above the visible EPC sets new EPC length in words shows the complete TID shows the first two words in case of E2 and only one word in case of E1 hides the complete TID Show:
Truncated:
Hide:
shows or hides the user memory bank Confidential
Range
Set Untraceable on selected tag User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Page 101 of 105 selects a range Normal:
the tag operates in the normal range Toggle temporarily:
Reduced:
The tag temporarily toggles between normal and reduced operating range but reverts to its prior persisting operating range when the tag loses power the tag operates in the reduced operating range sets settings 16 on the selected tag 14.12.2.3 TAM1 TAM1 is used to check whether the selected tag is authentic.
The tag has at least one activated key, Key 0 or Key 1. Key Figure 67 Authentication: key (TAM1) selected tag see 14.12.114.12.1 Key
Authenticate
RRU Tag shows the random number sent to the tag by the reader
RRU Tag shows the encrypted random number sent to the reader from the tag shows the data decrypted from by means of the key entered at in 14.12.1 Key
AES in the example above, this data contains the random number shown in the reader sends the authenticate command to the selected tag; a pop-up message appears whether the authentication was successful or failed. Decryption Confidential Page 102 of 105 14.12.2.4 TAM2 TAM2 is used to read the data of the selected tag.
Key 1 has been activated. User Manual | SRU-8X1X RFID Reader 18000-63 Doc No. 47000001740 | Version 01 | 2018-12-11 | released Figure 68 Authentication: key (TAM2) sets the offset for selects a profile the data of which is shown sets how many bits rare to be read
Profile
Offset
Block count
Protection
Read data of
Data selected tag mode selects the protection mode for the TAM2 authentication operation reads the data of the selected tag provided the correct key 1 has been entered at Key shows data read in 15 Waste Disposal Electronic equipment is not domestic waste in accordance with directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL dated 27th January 2003 concerning used electrical and electronic appliances, it must be disposed of properly. At the end of its service life, take this unit for disposal at a designated public collection point. Confidential
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2019-04-01
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Kapsch Trafficcom AG
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0019389600
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am Europlatz 2
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VIENNA, 1120
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Austria
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T******@ctcadvanced.com
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A4: UNII devices & low power transmitters using spread spectrum techniques
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XZU
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SRU8211US
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T******** R****** G********
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Dipl. Ing.
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+4366********
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+4350********
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g******@kapsch.net
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| 1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
| 1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
| if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
| app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
| 1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Equipment Class | DSS - Part 15 Spread Spectrum Transmitter | ||||
| 1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | RFID-Reader | ||||
| 1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
| 1 | Purpose / Application is for | Change in identification of presently authorized equipment. Original FCC ID: WJ9-ARU3400 Grant Date: 02/07/2018 | ||||
| 1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
| 1 | Grant Comments | Power output is conducted. This device must be professionally installed This equipment is for fixed use and should be installed so as to ensure a separation distance of 23cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in accordance with the FCC multi- transmitter product procedures. For use only with antennas as detailed in this filing. End-users must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. | ||||
| 1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
| 1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
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CTC advanced GmbH (former CETECOM ICT Services )
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G******** S****
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49-68********
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49-68********
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