SARS MP9112 134 KHz Proximity Reader Owners Manual SARS MP9112 134 KHz Proximity Reader Owners Manual SAMSys SARS MP9112 134 KHz Proximity Reader Owners Manual Second Edition (April 2003) Copyright 2003 SAMSys Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability The content of this manual is for information use only and is subject to change without notice. SAMSys assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SAMSys. SAMSys products are not designed, intended, authorized or warranted to be suitable for life support applications or any other life critical applications which could involve potential risk of death, personal injury, property damage, or environmental damage. About SAMSys SAMSys is the world leader in the design and supply of radio frequency identification (RFID) hardware solutions for high volume pallet and reusable container tracking applications in global logistics management, materials handling, and supply chain industries. SAMSys is a public company listed on the Canadian Venture Exchange under the symbol SMY. SAMSys Technologies, Inc. 44 East Beaver Creek Rd., Unit 11 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 1G8 Canada Phone: (905) 707-0404 Toll Free: (877) 463-6546 Fax: (905) 707-9944 E-mail: samsys@samsys.com Web: www.samsys.com Part Number: HI469-112-OM-V2 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice This device was tested and found to comply with the limits set forth in Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, the product may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case, the user is required to correct the interference at their own expense. The authority to operate this product is conditioned by the requirements that no modifications be made to the equipment unless the changes or modifications are expressly approved by SAMSys Technologies. Trademarks SAMSys is a trademark of SAMSys Technologies, Inc. HyperTerminal is a registered trademark of Hilgraeve, Inc. Other company, product or service names appearing in this manual may be trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Contents Introduction . 1 Unpacking the Reader . 2 About the SARS MP9112 . 3 Features . 3 Applications . 4 Physical Description . 5 Installation . 8 Reader Installation . 9 RS-232 Communication Setup . 10 RS-485 Communication Setup . 11 Digital (TTL) Input/Output Setup . 12 External Antenna Installation . 13 Operation . 18 Reader Power Up . 19 Reading Tags . 19 Operation with the ICCM . 20 Operation with a Terminal Emulation Program . 20 Troubleshooting . 21 General Troubleshooting . 22 Contact Us . 25 Specifications . 26 Reader Specifications . 27 Environmental Specifications . 27 Power Supply Specifications . 28 Digital I/O Connector Specifications . 28 RS-232 Connector Specifications . 29 RS-485 Connector Specifications . 30 i SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Figures Reader and Accessories . 2 SARS Reader Network . 4 Reader Board and Enclosure . 5 Reader LED Indicators . 6 Reader End-Panel Connectors . 7 Horizontal Surface Installation . 9 RS-485 Cable Installation . 12 External Antenna Installation . 13 External Antenna Jumpers on MP9112 Reader Board . 15 LED Indicators - Reader Operational . 19 LED Indicators - Tag Successfully Read . 19 Digital I/O Connector . 28 RS-232 Connector . 29 RS-485 Connector . 30 ii 1 Introduction This chapter provides a general description of the SARS MP9112. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following:
Unpacking the Reader About the SARS MP9112 Features Applications Physical Description 1 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Unpacking the Reader After opening the shipping container perform the following:
1. Unpack the contents of the shipping container. 2. Inspect the shipping container for damage. If damaged, notify the carrier and SAMSys Technologies. Keep the shipping materials for inspection by the carrier. 3. Verify your reader package includes the following items:
SARS MP9112 134 KHz Proximity Reader 12 Vdc Power Supply One or more communication cables (RS-232, RS-485) Figure 1: Reader and Accessories 2 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual About the SARS MP9112 The MP9112 is one of the most advanced 134 KHz proximity readers in the industry. This multi-protocol device supports many of todays most popular RFID tags including:
Atmel (Temic) 5550 EM Marin H4102 Texas Instruments TIRIS The MP9112 also supports anti-collision tag protocols including:
EM 4025 Philips Hitag 1 The MP9112 recognizes multiple protocols simultaneously during operation. With full-duplex capability, the device can read or write to any tag, depending on the capabilities of the tag. Features The MP9112 includes the following features:
LED indicators Integrated antenna Multiple interface connection options (RS-232, RS-485) Digital input and output lines On-board storage Multi-protocol architecture Read and write capabilities Integrated real-time clock with battery backup (optional) On-board temperature sensor (optional) 3 Applications The MP9112 can be used in a stand-alone type operation, where the application is built into the reader. The reader can also be used in a network of SARS readers connected to a concentrator for warehouse tracking or similar applications. Figure 2: SARS Reader Network In all of these cases, the reader can be used as an OEM board within the enclosure of other equipment or with its own enclosure. 4 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Physical Description The MP9112 consists of an RF reader board housed in an ABS plastic case. The board contains the microprocessor, RF circuits, and the digital signal processing circuits. The integral antenna is embedded in the board. Figure 3: Reader Board and Enclosure Note:
The reader enclosure is designed for office, indoor warehouse, and light manufacturing areas. If a sealed or explosion proof reader is required for wet or hazardous environments, contact your SAMSys representative. 5 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual The reader board contains four LED indicators to provide the operational status of the reader. The LEDs are visible on the front panel of the reader. Figure 4: Reader LED Indicators Indicator Color Description Fault Power Sense Transmit Red Yellow Green Green Read error occurred Reader power-up test successful Tag data read successfully Actively seeking tag data 6 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual The reader also has four power and communication interface connectors on the end panel. Figure 5: Reader End-Panel Connectors 7 2 Installation This chapter provides information for installing the SARS MP9112. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following:
Reader Installation RS-232 Communication Setup RS-485 Communication Setup Digital (TTL) Input/Output Setup 8 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Reader Installation The MP9112 is designed for easy installation. The following instructions provide the information to install your SARS reader. As shown in Figure6, the reader is designed for horizontal installation and has four rubber pads on the back panel to prevent slippage. Figure 6: Horizontal Surface Installation The reader can also be mounted on a wall or other vertical surface. If a vertical surface mount is required, contact your SAMSys representative for mounting hardware and instructions. 9 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual RS-232 Communication Setup The reader is equipped with a 9-pin RS-232 communication port for communication directly with a PC or other serial device. To set up a reader network with RS-232 communications, perform the following steps:
Insert the 9-pin male plug on the RS-232 cable into the 9-pin female connector on the end panel of the reader. Insert the 9-pin female plug into the 9-pin serial port of a PC or other device. Note: A serial port adapter may be required if the device has a different connector type. For example, some PCs may have 25-pin serial connectors. 1. 2. 10 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual 3. 4. Insert the AC adapter into a power outlet. Insert the power supply cable into the power connector. Refer to the SAMSys Multi-Protocol Reader Programmers Guide for more information on configuring your reader. RS-485 Communication Setup The MP9112 communicates with the SAMSys Interrogator Control and Concentrator Module (ICCM) using an RS-485 interface. To set up a reader network with RS-485 communications, perform the following steps:
1. 2. 3. 4. Insert the 3-pin male plug on the RS-485 cable into the 3-pin connector on the end panel of the reader. Insert the 25-pin female plug on the RS-485 cable into the 25-pin connector on the ICCM. Insert the AC adapter into a power outlet. Insert the power supply cable into the power connector on the end panel of the reader. 11 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Figure 7: RS-485 Cable Installation Digital (TTL) Input/Output Setup The MP9112 is equipped with a digital I/O port that provides four logic-level (TTL) input signals and four output signals. This port can be programmed for specific applications using the FORTH interpreter built into the reader. 12 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual 13 3 Operation This chapter provides general information to operate the MP9112. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following:
Reader Power Up Reading Tags Operation with the ICCM Operation with a Terminal Emulation Program 18 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Reader Power Up When the power supply is connected, the reader produces an extended beep while each LED indicator flashes briefly in sequence. The reader is operational when the Power and Transmit LEDs remain on. Figure 9: LED Indicators - Reader Operational Reading Tags After power up, the reader begins transmitting at the specified frequency. When a tag is placed within range, the reader activates the tag and reads the data. The Sense LED flashes when the tag is successfully read. Figure 10: LED Indicators - Tag Successfully Read 19 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Operation with the ICCM The ICCM provides greater flexibility for accessing readers. With the ICCM, you can access your RFID data with your own client/
server applications, perform administrative functions from an easy-
to-use Web interface, perform debug activities on your readers remotely, and much more. The ICCM also has a VGA touch screen LCD. The LCD can be used to provide an operator interface for applications running directly on the ICCM. This allows for local access to RFID data and applications in environments where a remote application server is not available or required. The ICCM includes an integrated 10baseT Ethernet LAN interface. You can use the Ethernet connection to establish communication between your reader and a LAN-attached application server. Contact your SAMSys representative for more information on the ICCM product or visit the SAMSys web site at www.samsys.com. Operation with a Terminal Emulation Program In addition to the ICCM, a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal can be used to communicate directly with the reader. With the terminal emulation program, the user can view reader data, issue commands to the reader interface, upgrade the reader firmware, and perform debug and performance testing. 20 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides general information to troubleshoot the MP9112. Topics discussed in this chapter include the following:
General Troubleshooting Contact Us 21 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual General Troubleshooting SAMSys readers are designed, manufactured, and tested to provide many years of trouble-free service. However, in the event of a reader malfunction or failure, refer to the following troubleshooting instructions to help identify and correct the problem. Warning - Electric Shock Hazard The following procedures involve AC voltage. Use extreme caution when measuring voltage or installing cables and power supplies. Serious injury or death may occur if proper precautions are not observed. Caution - ESD The following procedures involve electrostatic discharge sensitive components. ESD protection is required. Damage to the reader can occur if proper ESD equipment such as grounded wrist straps and ESD protected work surfaces are not used. 22 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Corrective Action Ensure power supply is inserted into wall outlet. Verify correct operating voltage at outlet. Replace Power Supply. Replace reader. Disconnect the power from the reader and reconnect. The reader should reset. If the reader does not function normally after reset, replace the reader. Reader may operate normally with one or more bad LEDs, but the reader should be replaced as soon as possible. If reader does not read or write, replace the reader. Symptom No LEDs or buzzer during power up. Probable Cause Power supply malfunction. Reader software is corrupt. Readers are vulnerable to high ESD pulses. As a result, the reader can lock up. Suspect LED bad. Reader appears to lock up. Any LED fails and buzzer alarms during power up. No buzzer on power up. Reader board failure. Buzzer malfunction. Reader may operate normally without buzzer, but the reader should be replaced as soon as possible. If reader does not read or write, replace the reader. Replace reader. Reader board failure. Reader software is corrupt. 23 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Corrective Action Probable Cause Buzzer malfunction. Reader may operate normally without buzzer, but the reader should be replaced as soon as possible. If the reader does not read or write, replace the reader. Replace reader. Reader board failure. Reader software is corrupt. External RS-232 cable malfunction Check cable connectors for bent or broken pins. Replace external RS-485 cable if necessary. Remove back cover and reconnect internal cable. Replace reader. Check cable connectors for bent or broken pins. Replace external RS-485 cable if necessary. Remove back cover and reconnect internal cable. Replace reader. Remove back cover and reconnect cable. Replace reader. Internal RS-232 cable disconnected or reversed. Reader board failure. External RS-485 cable malfunction Internal RS-485 cable disconnected or reversed. Reader board failure. Internal digital I/O cable disconnected or reversed. Reader board failure. Symptom No buzzer when reading a tag. No RS-232 Communication. No RS-485 Communication. No Digital I/O signals present. 24 Symptom Tag ID/data is different from expected value. Probable Cause Reader software version. Electromagnetic interference. Tag read failure. Read range exceeded. Tag speed exceeded. Faulty tag. SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Corrective Action Program reader with latest software version release. Shield or reposition reader Reader range is 6 inches
(15.24 cm). Reposition reader or tag. Slow tag when within range of reader. Verify reader operation with a known good tag. Contact Us For any questions regarding products and services, including returns, repairs, technical support, training, and all other available services, contact your distributor or SAMSys Customer Service at the following:
E-mail Telephone Fax support@samsys.com 1-877-367-4342 (toll free) 8:00am-6:00pm EST, Mon-Fri 1-919-281-1551 25 5 Specifications This chapter describes the specifications for the MP9112. Information provided includes the following:
Reader Specifications Environmental Specifications Power Supply Specifications Digital I/O Connector Specifications RS-232 Connector Specifications RS-485 Connector Specifications 26 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Reader Specifications Range Frequency Sensitivity Antenna Drive Current Connections Input Voltage Input Current Up to 6 inches (15.24 cm) 134 KHz 1 mVpp at the input to the receiver circuit 200 mW RS-232, RS-485, Digital I/O (TTL) or Wiegand 12 Vdc +/-5%
0.5 A maximum Environmental Specifications 0.25 G from 3 Hz to 200 Hz 32 F to 158 F (0 C to 70 C) Operating Temperature Maximum Operating Vibration Storage Temperature -67 F to 257 F (-55 C to 125 C) Maximum Storage Vibration Maximum Shock Relative Humidity Case Material Case Dimensions Weight 3 foot (0.92 meter) drop to any corner 20% to 80% non-condensing Flame-retardant ABS plastic 8.66 x 5.51 x 1.58 in (22.00 x 14.00 x 4.05 cm) 12.8 oz (362.88 g) 0.5 G from 3 Hz to 200 Hz 27 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual Power Supply Specifications Input Voltage Input Consumption Input Frequency Output Voltage Output Current 100 240 VAC 0.3 A, 31 45 VA 50 60 Hz 12 VDC 1 A Digital I/O Connector Specifications Figure 11: Digital I/O Connector Input common for pins 2, 3, 4, 5 (<80 Vdc) Digital input Digital input Digital input Digital input
+5 Vdc digital output
+5 Vdc digital output
+5 Vdc digital output
+5 Vdc digital output GND Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Pin 9 Shield 28 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual RS-232 Connector Specifications Figure 12: RS-232 Connector Baud rate Parity Data bits Stop bits Pin 1 9600 None 8 1 CNVSS Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Pin 9 ETxD1 ERxD1 Shorted to pin 6 (DTR) GND Shorted to pin 4 (DSR) ECTS1 ERST1
+5 Vdc Normally low. High puts reader in programming mode. TXD RXD DTR GND DSR CTS RTS
+5 Vdc 29 SARS MP9112 Owners Manual RS-485 Connector Specifications Figure 13: RS-485 Connector Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 RS-485 Phase A RS-485 Phase B RS-485 Phase C (common) 30 SAMSys Technologies, Inc. Part Number: HI469-112-OM-V2 Printed in U.S.A.