3M Traffic Safety Systems 6204 3M UHF RFID Reader User Manual

3M Traffic Safety Systems 3M UHF RFID Reader

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                                3M Toll RFID Reader 6204  User’s Guide  V1.4.5 October 28, 2014  © 3M 2014. All Rights Reserved.   3M is a trademark of 3M.  All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.  Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability The content of this manual is for information use only and is subject to change without notice. 3M 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 3M. 3M 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. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Canadian Note: CAN ICES-3(A)/NMB-3(A)  FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module) The Wiegand Interface Module has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.   FCC Radiation Exposure Statement The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1.2 meters from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code. The installer of this device should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada’s requirement. Information can be obtained at http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct/index-eng.php Cet appareil est conforme avec Santé Canada Code de sécurité 6. Le programme d’installation de cet appareil doit s’assurer que les rayonnements RF n’est pas émis au-delà de I’exigence de Santé Canada. Les informations peuvent être obtenues:  http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct/index-fra.php  NOTICE The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
     Patent: 3M.com/patent Product ID: RFID6204    3M Traffic Safety and Security Division Motor Vehicle Safety Systems Building 3 11705 Research Blvd Austin, TX  78759 Web: www.3m.com
                 PrefacePrefacePrefacePreface      3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide     iiii     Preface  Intended audienceIntended audienceIntended audienceIntended audience    This document is intended for those who wish to setup and operate the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204. Before attempting to install, configure, and operate this product, you should be familiar with the following:  Windows-based software installation and operation  Device communication parameters including Ethernet and serial communications  RFID reader configuration including antenna placement  Basic digital input/output control What’s in this guideWhat’s in this guideWhat’s in this guideWhat’s in this guide    The information in this guide is presented as follows: Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 ----    ReReReReader Overviewader Overviewader Overviewader Overview: This chapter provides a brief overview of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 hardware and software. Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Chapter 2 ––––    Safety InformationSafety InformationSafety InformationSafety Information    – This chapter provides important safety information about the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204. All users must read this section before installing or operating this reader. Chapter 3Chapter 3Chapter 3Chapter 3    ----    Reader Equipment Installation Reader Equipment Installation Reader Equipment Installation Reader Equipment Installation ––––    This chapter describes how to mechanically and electrically install the reader.    Chapter 4Chapter 4Chapter 4Chapter 4    ----    Reader Reader Reader Reader Startup Tool (RST) Startup Tool (RST) Startup Tool (RST) Startup Tool (RST) Software InstallationSoftware InstallationSoftware InstallationSoftware Installation – This chapter describes how to install the Microsoft Windows RST application. Chapter 5Chapter 5Chapter 5Chapter 5    ----    Reader Operation Reader Operation Reader Operation Reader Operation ––––    This chapter describes how to initially test a reader and how to operate deployed readers.    Chapter 6Chapter 6Chapter 6Chapter 6    ----    Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool    (RST)(RST)(RST)(RST)    – This chapter describes the RST and the various functions you can perform with this Microsoft Windows application. Chapter 7Chapter 7Chapter 7Chapter 7    ----    Reader ConfigurationReader ConfigurationReader ConfigurationReader Configuration    ToolToolToolTool    (RCT)(RCT)(RCT)(RCT)    – This chapter describes the RCT and the various functions you can perform with this embedded reader application. Chapter 8Chapter 8Chapter 8Chapter 8    ----    Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs – This chapter describes how to setup the reader’s digital inputs and outputs. Chapter 9Chapter 9Chapter 9Chapter 9    ----    SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications – This chapter detailed mechanical, electrical, and environmental specifications for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204. Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Using the Wiegand InterfaceUsing the Wiegand InterfaceUsing the Wiegand InterfaceUsing the Wiegand Interface – This appendix provides instruction for installing and configuring the Wiegand Interface Module.    Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling – This appendix lists 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 errors and warnings. Corrective actions are provided where applicable. Appendix CAppendix CAppendix CAppendix C    ––––    Reader Maintenance Reader Maintenance Reader Maintenance Reader Maintenance – This appendix provides instruction for performing any reader maintenance activities.
                 PrefacePrefacePrefacePreface      iiiiiiii     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     What’s New in this VersionWhat’s New in this VersionWhat’s New in this VersionWhat’s New in this Version    Version 1.4 updates the Reader Setup Wizard, Reader Startup Tool, Reader Test Tool, Reader Diagnostic Tool, and the Reader Configuration Tool. Additional product use and safety information has been added.     Conventions used in this manualConventions used in this manualConventions used in this manualConventions used in this manual    The following conventions are used in this manual: Bold courier font indicates code entered by the user (values) within parentheses indicate parameters (values) in italics indicate user defined variables. <n> indicates a variable number used in a function that can apply to several different devices such as antennas or I/O ports.    WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.   CAUTION:CAUTION:CAUTION:CAUTION:    Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.   ATTENTION:ATTENTION:ATTENTION:ATTENTION:     This yellow symbol indicates that the device is susceptible to Electro Static Discharge and appropriate precautions must be taken to avoid equipment damage.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE     NOTICE advises the reader that a condition can be created by a particular action that can cause equipment damage or result in equipment operation that violates regulatory requirements. NOTESNOTESNOTESNOTES    Important information and other tips are presented in light blue boxes to the left of the applicable section.
                 PrefacePrefacePrefacePreface      3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide6204 User’s Guide     iiiiiiiiiiii      ProductProductProductProduct    Use StatementUse StatementUse StatementUse Statement    Product Use:  Product Use:  Product Use:  Product Use:  Many factors beyond 3M’s control and uniquely within user’s knowledge and control can affect the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application   Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M product, user is solely responsible for evaluating the 3M product and determining whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s method of application.      Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer:  Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer:  Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer:  Warranty, Limited Remedy, and Disclaimer:  Unless a different warranty is specifically stated on the applicable 3M product packaging, product literature, terms of sale or software license agreement, 3M warrants that (i) the 3M product will be free from substantial defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for one (1) year from the original date of purchase, and (ii) for software products, for ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase, the software will materially perform the functions described in the accompanying documentation.  3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE.  If the 3M product does not conform to this warranty, then the sole and exclusive remedy is, at 3M’s option, repair or replacement of the 3M product.            Limitation of Liability:  Limitation of Liability:  Limitation of Liability:  Limitation of Liability:  Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the 3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
                 PrefacePrefacePrefacePreface      iviviviv     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide
                                    ContentsContentsContentsContents         3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204620462046204 User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     vvvv     Table of Contents 1 Reader Overview ................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1. Reader Hardware ................................................................................................................................. 1 1.2. Reader Software ................................................................................................................................... 2 2 Safety Information ............................................................................................................................... 3 2.1. Intended Use ......................................................................................................................................... 3 2.2. Explanation of Signal Word Consequences ...................................................................................... 3 2.3. Attendant Warnings ............................................................................................................................. 3 2.4. Installation and Service Technician Warnings and Cautions ........................................................ 4 2.4.1. Power Supply Related ............................................................................................................... 4 2.4.2. Reader System Related .............................................................................................................. 5 2.5. RF Safety................................................................................................................................................ 7 2.6. Electrostatic Discharge ........................................................................................................................ 7 2.7. Regulatory Compliance ....................................................................................................................... 8 2.7.1. FCC Notice (3M Toll RFID Reader 6204) ............................................................................... 8 2.7.2. FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module) ................................................................................. 8 2.8. Power/Data Cable Size ....................................................................................................................... 8 3 Reader Equipment Installation .......................................................................................................... 9 3.1. Mechanical Installation ....................................................................................................................... 9 3.2. Electrical Installation ........................................................................................................................ 11 3.2.1. Connecting the Serial Port ....................................................................................................... 12 3.2.2. Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port ....................................................................... 12 3.2.3. Connecting Digital Inputs/Outputs .......................................................................................... 12 3.2.4. Connecting the Power ............................................................................................................. 13 3.2.5. Installation with the 3M Reader Redundancy Switch ............................................................. 13 4 Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation ......................................................................... 14 4.1. Installing RST Software .................................................................................................................... 14 4.2. Windows 7 Setup ............................................................................................................................... 16 4.3. Reader Startup................................................................................................................................... 17 4.4. Initial Reader Setup .......................................................................................................................... 18
                                    ContentsContentsContentsContents      vivivivi     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     5 Reader Operation .............................................................................................................................. 22 5.1. Basic Operation with RST ................................................................................................................. 22 5.2. Deployed Reader Operation with RCT ............................................................................................ 24 6 Reader Startup Tool (RST) ............................................................................................................... 26 6.1. View Readers on the Network ......................................................................................................... 26 6.2. Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard ...................................................................................... 27 6.3. Customize Discovery Options .......................................................................................................... 28 6.4. View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings ........................................................................... 29 6.5. Reader Test Tool (RTT) ...................................................................................................................... 30 6.5.1. General Page ........................................................................................................................... 30 6.5.2. Tag Performance Page ............................................................................................................ 34 6.5.3. Tag Management Page ............................................................................................................ 36 6.5.4. Macros Page ............................................................................................................................ 37 6.5.5. Event Handling Page ............................................................................................................... 39 6.5.6. Antenna Settings Page............................................................................................................. 40 6.6. Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT) ........................................................................................................ 41 6.6.1. Channel Statistics .................................................................................................................... 41 6.6.2. Alarms ..................................................................................................................................... 42 6.6.3. Tag Report ............................................................................................................................... 43 6.6.4. Spectrum Analyzer .................................................................................................................. 44 6.6.5. Power Ramp Tool ................................................................................................................... 45 7 Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) ................................................................................ 46 7.1. Basic Configuration ........................................................................................................................... 47 7.1.1. Configuration Page Header ..................................................................................................... 47 7.1.2. Manage Profiles ...................................................................................................................... 48 7.1.3. Set Tag Protocol ...................................................................................................................... 50 7.1.4. Setup Ethernet/LAN ................................................................................................................ 51 7.1.5. Setup Serial Port ...................................................................................................................... 52 7.1.6. Setup Digital Accessories ....................................................................................................... 53 7.1.7. Setup Antenna/Cables ............................................................................................................. 54 7.1.8. Set Regulatory Mode (Region) ............................................................................................... 55 7.1.9. Setup Summary ....................................................................................................................... 55 7.2. Advanced Functions .......................................................................................................................... 56 7.2.1. Firmware Management ........................................................................................................... 57 7.2.2. Import/Export Configuration .................................................................................................. 58 7.2.3. Command Line ........................................................................................................................ 61
                                    ContentsContentsContentsContents         3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204620462046204 User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     viiviiviivii     7.3. Expert Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 62 7.3.1. Expert Configuration – Setup .................................................................................................. 62 7.3.2. Expert Configuration – Tag ..................................................................................................... 63 7.3.3. Expert Configuration – Version .............................................................................................. 64 7.3.4. Expert Configuration – Information ........................................................................................ 65 7.3.5. Expert Configuration – Communication ................................................................................. 66 7.3.6. Expert Configuration – Antennas ............................................................................................ 67 7.3.7. Expert Configuration – Digital I/O ......................................................................................... 68 7.3.8. Expert Configuration – Security ............................................................................................. 69 7.3.9. Expert Configuration – Writeback .......................................................................................... 70 7.3.10. Expert Configuration – Modem .............................................................................................. 71 7.4. User Application Management ........................................................................................................ 74 7.5. Change Operating Mode ................................................................................................................... 75 7.6. Wiegand Translation Table .............................................................................................................. 76 7.7. View Tags ............................................................................................................................................ 77 7.8. Check Reader Status ........................................................................................................................ 78 7.9. Review Logs ....................................................................................................................................... 80 8 Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs .......................................................................................... 81 8.1. Digital Inputs ...................................................................................................................................... 81 8.2. Digital Outputs ................................................................................................................................... 81 8.3. Low Latency Digital Input/Output Operation ................................................................................ 81 8.4. Digital I/O Monitoring and Control Scripts .................................................................................... 83 8.4.1. scan_trigger.py ........................................................................................................................ 83 8.4.2. scan_trigger_timer.py .............................................................................................................. 84 8.4.3. signal_read.py ......................................................................................................................... 84 8.4.4. signal_read_crc_error.py ......................................................................................................... 85 8.4.5. rf_mon.py ................................................................................................................................ 85 8.5. Digital Input Alarm Generation ....................................................................................................... 86 8.6. Digital I/O Hardware Connection .................................................................................................... 87 9 Specifications ..................................................................................................................................... 88 9.1.1. Reader Specifications (General) .............................................................................................. 88 9.1.2. Environmental Specifications ................................................................................................. 89 9.1.3. AC/DC Power Adapter Specifications .................................................................................... 89 9.1.4. RS-232 Specifications ............................................................................................................. 90 9.1.5. Digital Input/Output Specifications ........................................................................................ 90 9.1.6. Ethernet LAN Specifications .................................................................................................. 90 9.1.7. 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Antenna Specifications .............................................................. 91 9.1.8. Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout ........................................................................... 94
                                    ContentsContentsContentsContents      viiiviiiviiiviii     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A Using the Wiegand Interface ........................................................................................................... 96 A.1. Overview ................................................................................................................................. 96 A.2. Wiegand Protocol .................................................................................................................... 96 A.3. Wiegand Applications ............................................................................................................. 97 A.4. Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................... 98 A.5. Electrical Installation .............................................................................................................. 99 A.6. Disconnecting the Wiegand Interface Module ...................................................................... 102 A.7. Using RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface Module ..................................................... 103 A.8. Converting Translation Tables for use with 6204 ................................................................. 106 A.9. Importing/Exporting a Translation Table ............................................................................. 107 A.10. Programming the Wiegand Interface .................................................................................... 108 A.11. Programming the Translation Table...................................................................................... 117 A.12. Interaction between Translation Table and Wiegand-Encoded Tags ................................... 119 A.13. Transaction Log .................................................................................................................... 120 A.14. Module Specifications ........................................................................................................... 121 B Error Handling .................................................................................................................................. 122 B.1. Critical Errors ........................................................................................................................ 122 B.2. Major Errors .......................................................................................................................... 123 B.3. Warnings ............................................................................................................................... 127 B.4. Informational Messages ........................................................................................................ 129 C Reader Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 131 C.1. Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months) ........................................................ 131 C.2. Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months) ...................................................................... 131 C.3. Inspect Power and Communication Connections  (6 months) .............................................. 131 C.4. Inspect and Clean Antenna Radome (6 months) ................................................................... 131 C.5. Check Reader Error Log (3 months) ..................................................................................... 131 C.6. Verify Antenna Mapping (as required) ................................................................................. 131
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    1111    2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader OverviewReader OverviewReader OverviewReader Overview         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     1111     1 Reader Overview  1.1. ReaderReaderReaderReader    HardwareHardwareHardwareHardware    The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) System that operates in the 860–960 MHz UHF band. The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region (for example: FCC Part 90).  Figure 1  3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 As shown in the following figure, the 6204 supports four Tx/Rx antennas (not shown). The reader is also equipped with RS-232 serial and Ethernet interfaces.  Figure 2  3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Power and I/O Connections
    1111    2  3 4 5 6 7 8 9             Reader OverviewReader OverviewReader OverviewReader Overview      2222     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     1.2. Reader SoftwareReader SoftwareReader SoftwareReader Software    The 6204 is shipped with two software applications that you can use to configure and control the reader. Reader Startup Tool (RSTReader Startup Tool (RSTReader Startup Tool (RSTReader Startup Tool (RST))))    The RST is a Microsoft Windows based application you install on your computer. With RST, you can view all readers on your network. After selecting a reader, you can modify its communication, network, and operational parameters. You can also read tags, review tag data, and perform diagnostics. This RST is primarily intended for initially configuring a reader prior to deployment. After deployment, use the Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). Detailed information on the RST is provided in Chapter 5. Embedded Embedded Embedded Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)    This RCT is an embedded reader application that allows you to access your readers across a LAN or WAN. Enter the IP address of the reader into your Web browser and the RCT allows you to fully modify and operate the reader. With the same functionality as the RST, this application allows you to modify the reader’s communication, network, and operational parameters. You can also read tags, review tag data, perform diagnostics, and upload new software. This application is primarily intended for configuring and managing deployed readers. Detailed information on the RCT is provided in Chapter 6.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     3333     2 Safety Information    Please read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to the use of this RFID Interrogator/Reader product.  Retain these instructions for future reference. 2.1. Intended UseIntended UseIntended UseIntended Use    This RFID Interrogator/Reader product is intended for use with RFID antennas and transponders in vehicle related applications such as Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI), Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Traffic Management Systems (TMS), Electronic Vehicle Registration (EVR) and/or parking and access control. It is expected that all users be fully trained in the safe operation of this device. Use in any other application has not been evaluated by 3M and may lead to an unsafe condition.  2.2. Explanation of Signal Word ConsequencesExplanation of Signal Word ConsequencesExplanation of Signal Word ConsequencesExplanation of Signal Word Consequences      WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury    CAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTION:   Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury or property damage. NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:   Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage. 2.3. Attendant WarningsAttendant WarningsAttendant WarningsAttendant Warnings      WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, and non-ionizing radiation exposure: • Do not modify or attempt to service the Reader System. Return to 3M authorized service centers for repair or service. There are no user serviceable parts.    WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with exposure to non-ionizing radiation exposure: • Do not modify software outside the parameters stated in the manual.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9             Reader Equipment Installation   4444     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     2.4. Installation and Service Technician Warnings and Installation and Service Technician Warnings and Installation and Service Technician Warnings and Installation and Service Technician Warnings and CautionsCautionsCautionsCautions      WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, fire and impact: • Installation and service of 3M Toll RFID Reader systems is to be performed by qualified installation personnel. • Installation and service activities must be in compliance with all applicable building and electrical codes. • Inspect all system components at least every 6 months. 2.4.1. Power Supply RelatedPower Supply RelatedPower Supply RelatedPower Supply Related      WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire: • Always disconnect the power supply system power before any installation, maintenance, service or modification work.  • Ensure that it cannot be re-connected inadvertently. • Connection to main power supply in compliance with VDE01000 and EN50178. • With Stranded wires: all strands must be secured in the terminal blocks. • Power supply and cables must be properly fused. • If necessary, a manually controlled disconnecting element must be used to disengage from supply mains. • All output lines must be rated for the power supply output current and must be connected with the correct polarity. • Do not block vents on power supply. • For use in only a Pollution Degree 2 environment.  • Do not introduce any object into the power supply. • Keep power supply away from fire and water.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     5555     2.4.2. Reader SystemReader SystemReader SystemReader System    RelatedRelatedRelatedRelated      WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire: • Always disconnect AC power from the power supply unit when connecting or disconnecting components of the system. • System modification and service by 3M authorized personnel only.   WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:WARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, and non-ionizing radiation exposure: • Do not modify or attempt to service the Reader System. Return to 3M authorized service centers for repair or service. There are no user serviceable parts.    WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with non-ionizing radiation exposure and property damage: • Always turn off the RF from the antenna before cleaning, inspecting, service or repair.   WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with electromagnetic interference: • Use only the antennas described in this manual or the 3M RFID Antennas for Toll RFID Readers Application Guide.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9             Reader Equipment Installation   6666     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide       WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous temperature and fire related to the power supply: • Do not cover ventilation holes in power supply. • Leave sufficient space around the power supply for cooling. • Do not mount directly above a heat source. • Disconnect unit from power before installation, maintenance, service, or modification. • Do not use in wet or damp locations. • Do not use near flames. • -Always disconnect AC power from the power supply unit when connecting or disconnecting components of the system.   WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage: • Replace damaged components with only the 3M designated replacement parts. • Use only the power supply specified by 3M   WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion: • Do not install in a hazardous location.    WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with impact: • Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum static load of equal to the maximum weight of the reader plus any additional live load due to environmental conditions.   WARNINGWARNINGWARNINGWARNING:  To reduce the risks associated with impact, muscle strain and abrasions: • Use appropriate PPE and follow safe workplace practices during installation.   CAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTION:  To reduce the risks associated with hot surfaces and reader performance: • Do not paint the reader, antenna(s), and power supply any color.   CAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTION:  To reduce the risk associated with rough edges: • Wear appropriate gloves when handling the reader and antenna mounting hardware.   CAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTION:   To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination: • Dispose of all system components in accordance with applicable local and government regulations, including removal of button battery, prior to disposal.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7777     NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:     Do not use 6204 with wire harness from previous reader installations. Power pins have been moved.  Do not use solvents or harsh cleaners on radome or antennas.  2.5. RF SafetyRF SafetyRF SafetyRF Safety     NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:     The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 UHF Reader is equipped with four (4) RF ports. To prevent reader damage, unused RF ports must be properly terminated with a 50 ohm load or a functional UHF antenna before power up if the reader has been configured to use this port. Never power up the reader unless the appropriate loads or antennas are connected. Always power down the reader before removing an antenna or load from an RF port. The maximum antenna cable length is 10 meters.  2.6. Electrostatic DischargeElectrostatic DischargeElectrostatic DischargeElectrostatic Discharge     ATTENTIONATTENTIONATTENTIONATTENTION    3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD.
    1 2222    3 4 5 6 7 8 9             Reader Equipment Installation   8888     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     2.7. Regulatory ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceRegulatory ComplianceRegulatory Compliance    NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:     The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2.7.1. FCC Notice (3M Toll RFID Reader FCC Notice (3M Toll RFID Reader FCC Notice (3M Toll RFID Reader FCC Notice (3M Toll RFID Reader 6204620462046204))))    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. 2.7.2. FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module)FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module)FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module)FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module)    The Wiegand Interface Module has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  2.8. Power/Power/Power/Power/Data Cable SizeData Cable SizeData Cable SizeData Cable Size    NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:     The 3M supplied power/data cable is only to be used with the 3M 24 VDC power supply. Use of these cables with power supplies providing lesser voltages may result in cable and/or reader damage.
    1 2 3333    4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     9999     3 Reader Equipment Installation   3.1. Mechanical InstallationMechanical InstallationMechanical InstallationMechanical Installation    The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is available with two mounting flanges suitable for most pole and wall mount applications. Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum static load of 11.0 pounds (5 kg) plus any additional live load due to environmental conditions.   Figure 3  3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Mechanical Dimensions and Mounting Hole Locations (Dimensions in Inches)
    1 2 3333    4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      10101010     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     To mount the 6204 assembly, refer to Figure 3 and perform the following: 1111 Prepare the mounting surface to accept the 10 mounting bolts. The hole pattern should match that shown in Figure 3 and the mounting surface must be able to support 11 lbs (5 kg). 2222 Mount the reader. 3333 Locate the Interface Cable. 4444 Connect the cable to the reader’s bulk head connector and twist to lock in place. 5555 Connect the antenna cables (see Figure 4). 6666 Adjust the angle of the antennas and tighten the hardware.
    1 2 3333    4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     11111111     3.2. Electrical InstallationElectrical InstallationElectrical InstallationElectrical Installation    A general installation diagram is shown in the following figure. Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information.  Figure 4  3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Electrical Connections NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.   ATTENTIONATTENTIONATTENTIONATTENTION    3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD.  Installation Installation Installation Installation NoticeNoticeNoticeNotice    Installation of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is only to be performed by trained, 3M approved personnel.
    1 2 3333    4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      12121212     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     3.2.1. Connecting the Serial PortConnecting the Serial PortConnecting the Serial PortConnecting the Serial Port    The 6204 RS-232 serial port provides communication up to 115200 Baud. This port is accessed through the bulkhead connector on the reader. If you are using the serial port for reader communication, connect a serial cable from the COM port on your PC to the serial port on the reader. See Figure 2 for location of the connector.  Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector. 3.2.2. Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet PortConnecting and Configuring the Ethernet PortConnecting and Configuring the Ethernet PortConnecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port    The 6204 Ethernet port is accessed through the bulkhead connector. If you are communicating with your reader across a Local Area Network (LAN), connect an Ethernet cable from your hub or router to the bulkhead connector. By default, the reader is configured to use a DHCP server to obtain its IP address and related information.  In the event a DHCP server is unavailable, the reader will boot with an IP address in the 169.254.x.x subnet.  In the absence of other readers on the same network, and if no other network traffic is observed which references 169.254.1.1, the reader will select that address; otherwise, it will select a random address on the 169.254.x.x subnet. IP address settings can be changed using RST. Refer to the View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings section in Chapter 5. Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector. 3.2.3. Connecting Digital Inputs/OutputsConnecting Digital Inputs/OutputsConnecting Digital Inputs/OutputsConnecting Digital Inputs/Outputs    The 6204 is equipped with a general purpose digital input/output (I/O) port that provides four optically isolated 5-24 VDC input signals and four open-collector output signals. The digital inputs can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading. These inputs can be configured to provide an external read trigger from proximity sensors, photo switches, or other devices. The digital outputs can be used as general purpose outputs, to indicate tag reading activity, or to indicate the reader is transmitting (RF On). The outputs can also be configured to trigger conveyor gates or other access control and sorting devices. For detailed information on configuring the digital inputs and outputs refer to Chapter 7.
    1 2 3333    4 5 6 7 8 9        Reader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment InstallationReader Equipment Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     13131313     3.2.4. Connecting the PowerConnecting the PowerConnecting the PowerConnecting the Power    The 6204 operates on 24 Vdc ±5% provided through the bulkhead connector on the rear of the reader.  The bulkhead power connections are as follows. Note that both pairs must be connected. PairPairPairPair     PinPinPinPin     ColorColorColorColor     Pin NamePin NamePin NamePin Name     FunctionFunctionFunctionFunction    9  T  Red  +24 VDC  Power U  Green  24 VDC GND  Ground 16  h  Yellow  +24 VDC  Heater Power j  Green  24 VDC GND  Heater Ground  Connect the power supply to the reader cable as shown and connect the power supply to your 100–240 Vac, 50-60 Hz power source. Allow 30 seconds for the reader to initialize.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    If DC power is disconnected from the reader, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before reapplying power.  Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for additional details on the bulkhead connector. NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    The 3M supplied power cable is only rated at 24V ±5%. Input power less than 24V ±5% while using 3M supplied cables may result in cable and/or reader damage.  3.2.5. Installation with the 3M Reader Redundancy SwitchInstallation with the 3M Reader Redundancy SwitchInstallation with the 3M Reader Redundancy SwitchInstallation with the 3M Reader Redundancy Switch    The 6204 can be installed with the optional 3M Reader Redundancy Switch (RRS). The RRS interfaces two 3M Toll RFID Reade 6204s and their associated antenna systems to provide an antenna change over facility in the event of a reader failure. Please consult the 3M Reader Redundancy Switch User’s Guide for installation details.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      14141414     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     4 Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation  4.1. Installing RInstalling RInstalling RInstalling RSTSTSTST    SoftwareSoftwareSoftwareSoftware    The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 is delivered with a Microsoft Windows application called Reader Startup Tool (RST). You can use this application to initially configure your reader as well as read and display tag data.  NOTE:  The product CD provided with your reader contains a setup file called setup.exe. This file will fully check your system configuration and load all required software including Microsoft .Net 4.5. Install RSTInstall RSTInstall RSTInstall RST    1111 To install RST, load your product CD and double-click the setup.msi file:   2222  Press Next>  3333  Read the License Agreement. Select  I accept the terms… and press Next>
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     15151515     4444  Select Setup Type. Press Next>.  5555  Press Install.   5555  Monitor the progress of the installation.  6666  After the installation completes, press Finish.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      16161616     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     4.2. Windows 7 SetupWindows 7 SetupWindows 7 SetupWindows 7 Setup    If you have a Windows 7 operating system, your firewall may block UDP traffic and consequently RST may not discover your readers. Perform the following to configure your system: For Microsoft FirewallFor Microsoft FirewallFor Microsoft FirewallFor Microsoft Firewall    1111 Log into your computer as Administrator. 2222 Navigate to the Control Panel and select Control Panel → System and Security. 3333 Select Allow a program through Windows firewall. 4444 Scroll down the list and locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK.  5555 If Startup Tool is not in the list, press Allow another program. 6666 Locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK. 7777 Restart RST and it should discover readers. For ThirdFor ThirdFor ThirdFor Third----Party FirewallsParty FirewallsParty FirewallsParty Firewalls    1111 Log into your computer as Administrator. 2222 Set your firewall to allow RST to receive UDP traffic on port 50000 and 50001.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     17171717     4.3. Reader StartupReader StartupReader StartupReader Startup    To begin using your reader, open the RST application.  Open RSTOpen RSTOpen RSTOpen RST    1111 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST)  2222 If this is the first time starting the RST application, you may receive a Windows Security Alert. This warning indicates that the firewall is blocking the RST application.  3333 If the warning window is hidden under the RST windows, collapse the RST window.  4444 Press Unblock. 5555 Press Refresh on the RST 6666 The RST main page will display any readers currently connected to the network. NOTE:NOTE:NOTE:NOTE:    Earlier versions of Microsoft Windows™ may not provide the Security Alert popup. IF RST does not discover your reader, check your Windows Firewall/Security settings.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      18181818     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     4.4. Initial Reader SetupInitial Reader SetupInitial Reader SetupInitial Reader Setup    To configure a specific reader, perform the following: Reader SetupReader SetupReader SetupReader Setup    1111 Select the reader on the main RST page by clicking the button to the left of the reader Mac address.  2222 Press the   button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu.  3333 The Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     19191919     4444 Press Next> and enter the Login (admin) and Password. If this is the first time configuring your reader, enter: readeradmin.  5555 After entering your Login and Password, press Next>   6666 Select the Region and Sub Region and press Next>.  ProtocolsProtocolsProtocolsProtocols    Only those protocols enabled in the reader will be active on the Protocol Selection page. Region SelectionRegion SelectionRegion SelectionRegion Selection    The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region. As a result your region selections may be different from those shown in this manual. Note that Region Selection is not user configurable. Login PageLogin PageLogin PageLogin Page    The reader Login Page is only displayed when the default login is set to guest. Readers leave the factory with a default login of admin. Therefore, you will not see the login screen if you have not configured your reader.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      20202020     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7777 Select the protocol of the tags you will be reading and press Next>.  8888 Select the antennas you will be installing and press Next>.  9999 Estimate the number of tags that will be presented to the reader at any one time and press Next>. Custom SetupCustom SetupCustom SetupCustom Setup    If your installation type differs from one of the choices shown in the Setup Wizard, you can always customize your setup later using the embedded web interface capability. See the Advanced Setup chapter in this guide for more information.
    1 2 3  4444    5 6 7 8 9             RST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software InstallationRST Software Installation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     21212121      10101010 It is highly recommended that you save the reader setup as a profile. Select Save changes to a profile…, enter a Profile Name, and press Finish to complete the initial reader setup.  Saving Reader SetupSaving Reader SetupSaving Reader SetupSaving Reader Setup    Reader setup information should be saved as a profile. In the event that you need to reboot or power down a reader, the reader setup can be quickly reloaded by loading the profile. If you don’t save the reader setup, you can lose the information if the reader is rebooted.
    1 2 3 4  5555    6 7 8 9             Reader OperationReader OperationReader OperationReader Operation      22222222     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     5 Reader Operation  5.1. Basic Operation with Basic Operation with Basic Operation with Basic Operation with RRRRSTSTSTST    The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 can be operated either from the RST application or by logging directly into the reader’s embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To operate the reader from RST, perform the following: Open RSTOpen RSTOpen RSTOpen RST    1111 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST)  2222 Select a reader and press   on the RST tool bar or select Test from the Tools pull-down menu.  Customize the displayCustomize the displayCustomize the displayCustomize the display    Customize your RST display by clicking and dragging the columns. You can also sort by column.
    1 2 3 4  5555    6 7 8 9        Reader OperationReader OperationReader OperationReader Operation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     23232323     3333 The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is displayed.  4444 Login to the reader. From the pull-down menu select Reader→Login…. 5555 For administrator login, select admin. The initial password (Pwd) is readeradmin. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 P3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 P3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 P3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol rotocol rotocol rotocol Reference GuideReference GuideReference GuideReference Guide    for instructions on how to use the reader.set_pwd command to change the password. 6666 Verify the Operating Mode is set to Active. From the pull-down menu select Operating Mode→Active. 7777 Select the Tag Performance tab and press Start. 8888 Place tags in front of antenna and verify tags are read and displayed.
    1 2 3 4  5555    6 7 8 9             Reader OperationReader OperationReader OperationReader Operation      24242424     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     5.2. Deployed Reader OperationDeployed Reader OperationDeployed Reader OperationDeployed Reader Operation    with RCTwith RCTwith RCTwith RCT    Once your readers are deployed, you can access them directly using the embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To access a particular reader, perform the following: 1111 Enter the reader’s IP address into your web browser, press the  button on the RST tool bar or select Configure from the Tools pull-down menu. 2222 The reader’s RCT interface is displayed.  3333 Log into the reader. Press Login for the login screen.   4444 The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin and enter readeradmin as the password. 5555 Press Submit. 6666 Select Basic Configuration →Setup Antenna/Cables to configure the antennas, gain, and power settings.
    1 2 3 4  5555    6 7 8 9        Reader OperationReader OperationReader OperationReader Operation      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     25252525     7777 Select Advanced Functions →Change Operating Mode to verify the reader is in the proper mode. 8888 Select Basic Configuration →Set Tag Protocol to verify the reader is configured for the proper tag protocol. 9999 Press System Status →View Tags to view tag data.   10101010 If you need to configure additional changes to your reader, refer to Chapter 7 – Reader Configuration Tool for information on using RCT to adjust configuration variables and parameters.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      26262626     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6 Reader Startup Tool (RST) The Reader Startup Tool (RST) provides an easy-to-use interface for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 configuration and operation functions. This application resides on your Windows based computer and allows you to perform the following:  View all readers on the network  Launch the Reader Setup Wizard to configure a reader  View and change a reader’s network settings  Add a new reader to the network  Launch Reader Test Tool to perform basic reader/tag operations  Launch Reader Diagnostic Tool to view statistics, alarms, and reports 6.1. View Readers on the NetworkView Readers on the NetworkView Readers on the NetworkView Readers on the Network    When RST starts up, all readers currently connected to the network and powered up are displayed.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     27272727     6.2. ConfigureConfigureConfigureConfigure    Reader Reader Reader Reader with the with the with the with the Setup WizardSetup WizardSetup WizardSetup Wizard    The Reader Setup Wizard is used to initially configure your reader for operation. With this application, you can select the following:  Installation type  Regulatory region and sub-region  Protocol  Number of antennas  Estimated tag volume ToToToTo    initially configure your reader perform the following:initially configure your reader perform the following:initially configure your reader perform the following:initially configure your reader perform the following:    1111 Press the   button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu.  2222 The Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed.  3333 Refer to Chapter 2 – Reader Configuration for detailed instructions on using the Reader Setup Wizard.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      28282828     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.3. Customize Discovery OptionsCustomize Discovery OptionsCustomize Discovery OptionsCustomize Discovery Options    You can customize the reader discovery options including the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address.  Listen Address – Address that RST uses to listen for UDP discovery packets from the reader. This is customizable on the reader.  Request Multicast Address –Address used by RST to send out the UDP update request packets. This is customizable on the reader. In addition, you can select if you want a secure connection for the Test, Configure, and Diagnostic Tools. This connection uses the HTTPS protocol and any data transferred between devices is encrypted. 1111 On the RST tool bar select Options from the Discovery pull-down menu.   2222 Select either IP version 4 or IP version 6. 3333 Enter the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address as required. 4444 Select whether you require a secure connection for the Test, Configure, and Diagnostic Tools. 5555 Press Apply. Only Display Specific Only Display Specific Only Display Specific Only Display Specific Reader ModelsReader ModelsReader ModelsReader Models    Select OptionsOptionsOptionsOptions→Filter→Filter→Filter→Filter to view only specific reader models.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     29292929     6.4. View or Change the Reader’s Network SettingsView or Change the Reader’s Network SettingsView or Change the Reader’s Network SettingsView or Change the Reader’s Network Settings    1111 From the RST main page, press the   button.   2222 Verify the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway are correct.  3333 If Method: DHCP is selected these fields will be locked. 4444 If required, change the values.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      30303030     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.5. Reader Test Tool (RTT)Reader Test Tool (RTT)Reader Test Tool (RTT)Reader Test Tool (RTT)    The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is primarily designed for new users to test reader operation and perform a few basic reader functions. With RTT, you can perform the following:  Read tags  Issue commands to the reader and view the responses  Run macros  Observe reader events  To access the Reader Test Tool, select a reader and press   on the RST tool bar or select Test from the Tools pull-down menu.   6.5.1. General PageGeneral PageGeneral PageGeneral Page    The General Page allows you to issue commands to the reader and view any responses. From the pull-down menus, you can also login to  the reader, change the operating mode, select another protocol, and select which antennas are active.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     31313131     Login to ReaderLogin to ReaderLogin to ReaderLogin to Reader    To login to the reader, perform the following: 1111 From the pull-down menu, select Reader→Login….  2222 Select the type of Login from the pull down. The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin.  3333 Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin as the password if you logged in as admin. 4444 Press OK. Select Operating ModeSelect Operating ModeSelect Operating ModeSelect Operating Mode    From the pull-down menu, select Operating Mode→<Active | Standby>  or, press the Operating Mode select button on the left side of the tool bar.   Active – Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel.  Standby – Reader is not transmitting any RF energy, unless processing a tag related command. The transmitter is enabled at the beginning of the command processing, protocol operations required for the command are performed, and then the RF transmitter is turned off. Default Admin Default Admin Default Admin Default Admin PasswordPasswordPasswordPassword    3M recommends changing the default Admin password once installation, configuration, and testing are complete.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      32323232     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Select ProtocolSelect ProtocolSelect ProtocolSelect Protocol    You can activate one or more protocols on the 6204 using RST.  From the pull-down menu, select Protocols→<protocol>>>>. Active protocols are indicated by  .  Antenna SelectionAntenna SelectionAntenna SelectionAntenna Selection    You can select the ports that have antennas connected and which antennas are active. Perform the following: 1111 From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→<n>.  Active antennas are indicated by  .  2222 You can also select the order in which antennas are activated. From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→Mux sequence....    3333 Enter the antenna numbers in the order to be activated.    4444 Press OK.     NOTENOTENOTENOTE    Certain protocols require licensing and may not be available. Contact 3M for more information.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     33333333     Set Reader OptionsSet Reader OptionsSet Reader OptionsSet Reader Options    You can setup other reader options including help type macro highlighting.  From the pull-down menu, select Edit→Options.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      34343434     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.5.2. Tag Performance PageTag Performance PageTag Performance PageTag Performance Page    The Tag Performance page is used to test the reader performance.  To initiate a timed test, enter the length of test (in ms) into the Total Query Time field. For example, to verify to number of tags read in a 30-second interval, select Active Operating Mode, enter 30000, and press the Start button. The test will complete after 30 seconds and the output statistics are updated for the query time.  Output statistics are read-only and include: Total Unique Tags, Tag Read Count, Cumulative Rate, and Current Rate.  Detailed descriptions of the various Tag Performance fields and functions are provided in the following sections. Tag read controls are provided by the Tag Database Query and Scan Operation blocks. Use the Query controls when the reader is in Active mode. Use the Scan Operation controls when in Standby mode. Tag and reader performance data is provided in the Performance Information and Tag Acquisition Analysis blocks.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     35353535     Performance InformationPerformance InformationPerformance InformationPerformance Information    Total Unique Tags – Number of unique tags in the tag database. Tag Read Count – Total number of tags read (including repeat reads). Cumulative Rate – Cumulative read rate in tags/second since the Start button was pressed. Current Rate – Current read rate in tags/second. Tag Database Tag Database Tag Database Tag Database QueryQueryQueryQuery    ControlsControlsControlsControls     Click to retrieve the current information from reader’s tag database.  Click to query the tag database every Query Interval (ms) for a total time of Total Query Time (ms). Do not set the interval less than 500. If Total Query Time is set to 0, query continues indefinitely.  Click to stop automatic query.  Indicates current read rate with audible tone.  Check to purge the reader’s tag database after each query. Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for more information on the tag database. Tag Acquisition AnalysisTag Acquisition AnalysisTag Acquisition AnalysisTag Acquisition Analysis    The Tag Acquisition Analysis fields provide the minimum, maximum, and average number of times each tag was read. For example, assume five tags (A, B, C, D, and E) are read 107, 59, 223, 187, and 94 times respectively. The displayed values are as follows: Min = 59 Avg = 134 Max = 223 Scan OperationScan OperationScan OperationScan Operation    Scan time (ms) – Enter the duration of reader operation in milliseconds. After this time expires, the tag information is displayed.  Press this button to activate the reader. Purge and Clear Reader StatisticsPurge and Clear Reader StatisticsPurge and Clear Reader StatisticsPurge and Clear Reader Statistics    Select the reader and then select Edit→Purge and Clear Statistics.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      36363636     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.5.3. Tag Management PageTag Management PageTag Management PageTag Management Page    The Tag Management page is used for reading individual fields on a single tag as well as writing the access password and locking a tag. The Read button will cause the reader to singulate and read a tag in the selected antennas’ RF field. Specific fields you can read include:  Kill Code  Access Code  Tag ID  TID  User Data  Clear Read and Write FieldsClear Read and Write FieldsClear Read and Write FieldsClear Read and Write Fields    To clear the Read or Write fields, select Edit→Clear….
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     37373737     6.5.4. Macros PageMacros PageMacros PageMacros Page    The Macros page allows the reader to manage macro files. The macros are provided by 3M or can be written by the end user. Some of the macros provided are dependent on the operating region of the reader.  A macro (script or command file) is a text file that contains one or more reader commands. These commands are used to configure the reader to a known configuration. The Macros can contain variables. These variables are resolved by a dialog box (Macro Variables) that appears when the Send to Reader button is selected. The syntax of a variable is:  [$variable_name]  During execution, the variable is replaced with user entries into the Macro Variables dialog box. Macros can be edited with any text editor including Windows Notepad.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      38383838     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Macro Macro Macro Macro Input subInput subInput subInput sub----windowwindowwindowwindow    The Macro Input window shows the current script that will be sent to the reader when the Send to Reader button is selected. The text in the Macro Input window can be edited prior to being sent to the reader.  Macro Output subMacro Output subMacro Output subMacro Output sub----windowwindowwindowwindow    The Macro Output window is updated after the Send to Reader button is selected. Look at this window to verify that each command line in a script executed correctly. Look for the −−>> ok response from the reader for each command line.  Macro Macro Macro Macro VariableVariableVariableVariablessss    DiaDiaDiaDialog boxlog boxlog boxlog box    When a macro is sent to the reader, the values for variables must be resolved via this Windows Dialog box. You can [tab] to each value field and enter the desired value.  For example, one macro can be used for two different applications by using variables for antenna selection and transmit power.   Macro ExampleMacro ExampleMacro ExampleMacro Example    To configure the reader for FCC, Part 90 Dense operation, send the following macro (part90_6tari_lf640_PR_M2.mcr):  # configure region setup.region=fcc setup.sub_region=fcc_part90  # set frequency setup.advanced.preferred_frequencies=915950  # configure protocol modem.protocol.isoc.control.auto_phy.enable=false modem.protocol.isoc.physical.set(tari=tari_06_25, return_link_freq=LF640, data_1_length=d1_len_20, rt_modulation=rt_mod_pr, tr_encoding=tr_enc_miller_2,interrogator_mode=dense)
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     39393939     6.5.5. Event Handling PageEvent Handling PageEvent Handling PageEvent Handling Page    The Event Handling page allows you to register for Reader Events. After registration, events are displayed with the newest on the bottom and the most recent event will scroll to the bottom of the window.  Individual events or a group of events can be registered.  For detailed information on individual events, refer to Chapter 18 – Events Namespace of the 3M Toll 3M Toll 3M Toll 3M Toll RFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID Reader    6204620462046204    Protocol Reference GuideProtocol Reference GuideProtocol Reference GuideProtocol Reference Guide.  Registering for an individuaRegistering for an individuaRegistering for an individuaRegistering for an individual eventl eventl eventl event    To register for an individual event, either type the event name or select an event from a pull-down list.  Registering for a group of eventsRegistering for a group of eventsRegistering for a group of eventsRegistering for a group of events    Registering for event.error events, will cause the reader to autonomously send all events in the event.error namespace to the RTT program and be displayed in the window of this page. Enter event.error in the Events: field and press the Register button. The Clear button can be selected at any time to clear the window.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      40404040     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.5.6. Antenna Settings PageAntenna Settings PageAntenna Settings PageAntenna Settings Page    The Antenna Settings page allows you to adjust the power settings for each antenna. Only the controls for those antennas that are connected are activated.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     41414141     6.6. Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)    The RDT is to be used by 3M trained technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose various reader issues. Administrator login is required. To use RDT, you must login as an administrator, perform the following. When you first start RDT, the following login will appear:  Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin or your current administrator password. Press OK. 6.6.1. Channel StatisticsChannel StatisticsChannel StatisticsChannel Statistics    The Channel Stats page shows details of channel changes. This page is typically used to observe regional behavior.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      42424242     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.6.2. AlarmsAlarmsAlarmsAlarms    The Alarms page is used to capture autonomous alarms generated by the reader during normal operation. The alarms are defined as autonomous reader events for the following namespaces:     event.error    event.warning
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     43434343     6.6.3. Tag ReportTag ReportTag ReportTag Report    The Tag Report page is used to view specific information for each tag singulation. This feature provides detailed attributes of tag singulations such as tag power (RSSI) and on which antenna that tag singulated.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    Use of this tool can adversely affect tag reader performance, particularly if many tag fields are enabled. Use the RTT->Tag Performance page for normal tag performance testing.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      44444444     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     6.6.4. Spectrum AnalyzerSpectrum AnalyzerSpectrum AnalyzerSpectrum Analyzer    The Spectrum Analyzer allows you to examine the spectral composition of the radio waves in your surrounding environment. This feature provides a graphical representation of the current spectral RF noise in units of dBm with a range of 0 to -120 dBm. This feature is intended for expert users to verify RF environmental conditions during an installation.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    Using this feature during normal reader operation can significantly degrade tag reading performance.
    1 2 3 4 5 6666    7 8 9             Reader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup ToolReader Startup Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     45454545     6.6.5. Power Ramp ToolPower Ramp ToolPower Ramp ToolPower Ramp Tool    The Power Ramp Tool determines the minimum power to activate a tag and can help determine tag quality. This activation power level can help determine the read range at various attenuation levels and, for AVI applications, can help determine the "read-zone" or an antenna pattern. The tool starts by configuring the reader to start transmitting at a high attenuation level (usually maximum allowed for reader) and decrements the level until it observes a response from the tag.  The transmitter is turned off and the minimum value to activate the tag for a given antenna and distance is reported.  The Power Ramp controls include:  Increment Rate (ms) – Time tool stays at a particular power level before incrementing to the next power level.  Initial Attenuation Level (dBm) – Starting attenuation level.  Attenuation Decrement (dBm) – Step-size for attenuation decrement.  Antennas section allows you to select which antenna(s) to test with.  Filter section allows you to apply a filter to only look for a particular tag.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      46464646     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7 Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)  The embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) allows you to access your reader across the internet by entering the reader’s IP address into your web browser. With the RCT, you can fully configure your reader for operation in a variety of applications and environments. With this application, you can perform the following:  Basic Configurations  Advanced Configurations  Check System Status  Access the online Help To access the RCT, press the   button on the main RST page.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     47474747     7.1. Basic ConfigurationBasic ConfigurationBasic ConfigurationBasic Configuration    With the Basic Configuration functions you can perform the following:  Manage reader profiles  Set tag protocols  Setup the Ethernet/LAN configuration  Setup the serial port  Setup digital accessories  Setup antennas  Set regulatory modes 7.1.1. Configuration Page HeaderConfiguration Page HeaderConfiguration Page HeaderConfiguration Page Header    Each page displayed by the RCT has the following header.  This header provides pull-down menus for each of the configuration function categories. Additional functions include the user login and the currently loaded reader profile. LoginLoginLoginLogin    The reader’s default user level is guestguestguestguest. However, a user can login as admin. If not logged in as adminadminadminadmin, the default level is always guestguestguestguest. The guest login level provides read-only access to the reader. Clients that login in at the guest level can read the settings of the reader and can access the tags that the reader has inventoried. Clients at this level cannot change the configuration of the reader. The admin login level provides read-write access to the reader. Clients that login in at the admin level can read and write the settings of the reader and can access the tags that the reader has inventoried.  LogoutLogoutLogoutLogout    After logging in as adminadminadminadmin, the LogoutLogoutLogoutLogout button logs you out of the reader. Logging out automatically sets the login level to guest. Profile:Profile:Profile:Profile:    Profile is the currently active profile in the reader. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      48484848     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     SaveSaveSaveSave    The Save button saves the reader's current configuration to the specified profile. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. Manage ProfilesManage ProfilesManage ProfilesManage Profiles    This link allows you to list, save, and delete profiles. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. 7.1.2. Manage ProfilesManage ProfilesManage ProfilesManage Profiles    The reader’s configuration is stored in a profile. A profile contains the setting of all the configuration variables in the reader. The reader can support up to 8 unique profiles. Detailed information about reader profiles is provided in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide.  The Manage Profiles page provides a list of all profiles stored in the reader.  Save a ProfileSave a ProfileSave a ProfileSave a Profile    To save your current reader configuration under a new profile, enter a profile name and press Save. The new profile will appear in the Profile Name list. Profile names must consist of the characters A - Z, a - z, 0 - 9, '-' or '_' and must be between 1 and 32 characters in length. The reader can store up to 8 different profiles.  Profile NamesProfile NamesProfile NamesProfile Names    The profile name factoryfactoryfactoryfactory is reserved and cannot be used. This profile is a read only profile.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     49494949     Activate a ProfilActivate a ProfilActivate a ProfilActivate a Profileeee    To activate a previously saved profile, press the Activate button beside the profile name. The selected profile will be loaded into the reader.  Delete a ProfileDelete a ProfileDelete a ProfileDelete a Profile    To delete a previously saved profile, press the Delete button beside the profile name. This is a destructive operation. Once a profile is deleted, it cannot be recovered. Reset to Factory DefaultReset to Factory DefaultReset to Factory DefaultReset to Factory Default    In addition to managing reader profiles, you can also reset the reader back to its factory default configuration. From the Profiles page select one or more of the following:  Stop All Embedded Applications – This option terminates any embedded applications currently running on the reader.  Reset Serial Port – This option resets the serial port configuration to the factory default settings.  Reset Network Interface Configuration – This option resets the network configuration to factory defaults.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    Resetting the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 to Factory Default will reboot the reader.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      50505050     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.1.3. Set Tag ProtocolSet Tag ProtocolSet Tag ProtocolSet Tag Protocol    This Set Tag Protocol page consists of two forms. The first form (top) allows you to select which type of tags the reader will acquire or the type of protocol(s) to utilize on the air interface.    Select the check box for the protocol(s) to enable and then press Enable Selected Protocols to activate the protocol. Click on a specific protocol to view the lower form. This form allows you to configure various protocol level parameters. The protocol level parameters are divided into two categories: control and physical. Control parameters configure the protocol control. Physical parameters configure the physical air interface for the protocol.     For detailed information on each of the Control and Physical parameters, refer to Chapter 15 – Modem Namespace of the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.  Parameter descriptions are provided in the modem.protocol.isoc.control and modem.protocol.isoc.physical configuration variable sections.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     51515151     7.1.4. Setup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LAN    The Setup Ethernet/LAN page allows you to configure the network interface of the reader.   NOTE:NOTE:NOTE:NOTE:    Always record the IP, Mac, subnet, and default gateway addresses for your readers and keep this data in a safe location. You can use this data to reconfigure the network in the event of application failure or data loss.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      52525252     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     General Settings allow you to specify the host and domain name of the reader. The Command and Event Ports are also shown. You can also select your domain name in this window. IPv4/IPv6 Settings allow you to configure the reader’s IP address. If the reader is to automatically acquire its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway from a DHCP server, select Enable DHCP. To manually specify this information, deselect Enable DHCP and fill in the desired IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Other Settings allow you to configure the NTP servers the reader can contact to obtain the current time, DNS servers the reader can contact for domain name resolution, and the Domain list to resolve names to IP addresses. Enter all the required information and press Submit.  7.1.5. Setup Serial PortSetup Serial PortSetup Serial PortSetup Serial Port    The Setup Serial Port function allows you to configure the serial port parameters. These parameters include:  Baud rate  Data bits  Parity  Echo  Stop bits  Use the pull-down menus to select a value and press Submit to update the reader.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     53535353     7.1.6. Setup Digital AccessoriesSetup Digital AccessoriesSetup Digital AccessoriesSetup Digital Accessories    The Setup Digital Accessories function allows you to configure the Digital Inputs and Outputs on the reader.   Digital InputDigital InputDigital InputDigital Input    The status of the four digital input values (1–4) can be seen in this window. The Current Value is not configurable and is shown as true or false. The Debounce value can be set and is in milliseconds.  Digital OutputDigital OutputDigital OutputDigital Output    The output value for each digital output can be set to true or false. Press the Submit button to send the appropriate commands to the reader to update the digital inputs and outputs.  Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide for more information on configuring the digital inputs and outputs.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      54545454     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.1.7. Setup Antenna/CablesSetup Antenna/CablesSetup Antenna/CablesSetup Antenna/Cables    This page allows you to configure the reader’s antenna multiplexer sequence as well as conducted power. For detailed descriptions of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to Antenna Configuration in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference rotocol Reference rotocol Reference rotocol Reference GuideGuideGuideGuide.  To configure an antenna, enter the antenna number in the Mux Sequence field. The individual antenna Conducted Power fields will be activated in the lower window. The current values will be displayed. Only those antennas listed in the Mux Sequence will be shown. Also, you must set Conducted Power to 0 in order to set or change the Attenuation, Cable Loss, or Gain.  To change, enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration. Select the next antenna and repeat.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     55555555     ADDITIONAL ANTENNA NOTES:ADDITIONAL ANTENNA NOTES:ADDITIONAL ANTENNA NOTES:ADDITIONAL ANTENNA NOTES:    1. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. 2. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for successful communication. 3. The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website at:    http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_guide-lignes_direct/index-eng.php. 4. Additional details for the approved antennas for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 can be found in Section 9.1.7., 3M Section 9.1.7., 3M Section 9.1.7., 3M Section 9.1.7., 3M TollTollTollToll    RFID Reader 6204 Antenna SpecificationsRFID Reader 6204 Antenna SpecificationsRFID Reader 6204 Antenna SpecificationsRFID Reader 6204 Antenna Specifications. 7.1.8. Set Regulatory Mode (Region)Set Regulatory Mode (Region)Set Regulatory Mode (Region)Set Regulatory Mode (Region)    This page allows the user to configure the reader to meet the regulatory requirements for the geographic region where the reader is deployed. The sub-region sets the secondary regulatory mode for the geographic region where the reader is deployed.  For detailed information on each of these parameters, refer to the 3M Toll 3M Toll 3M Toll 3M Toll RFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide.  Descriptions are provided in the setup.region and setup.sub_region configuration variable sections. 7.1.9. Setup SummarySetup SummarySetup SummarySetup Summary    This page allows you to quickly setup the basic operational parameters of the reader.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      56565656     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.2. AdvancedAdvancedAdvancedAdvanced    FunctionsFunctionsFunctionsFunctions    With the Advanced Functions you can perform the following:  Firmware Management  Import/Export Configuration  Command Line operations  Expert Configuration  User Application Management  Change Operating Mode  Restart  View and edit the Wiegand Translation Table
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     57575757     7.2.1. FirmwareFirmwareFirmwareFirmware    ManagementManagementManagementManagement    This page allows you to perform the following:  Read the current reader firmware version  Upgrade the reader firmware files  Rollback to the previous reader firmware version  Upgrade Wiegand component firmware files (note you cannot rollback the Wiegand firmware)  Update the LLRP Component update file and to update the LLRP Component firmware on the reader. Enter the name of the 3M provided firmware file in the Firmware File field. Use the Browse button to help locate the file.  The Rollback Firmware button will roll back the reader firmware to the previous version.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      58585858     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.2.2. Import/Export ConfigurationImport/Export ConfigurationImport/Export ConfigurationImport/Export Configuration    This page allows you to transfer a reader configuration to or from your host computer. This is useful for configuring a reader to a known state.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     59595959         ImportImportImportImport    Configuration Configuration Configuration Configuration to Readerto Readerto Readerto Reader    Enter the name of a saved configuration file in the Configuration file field. Select the XML File option and press the Transfer Configuration to Reader button to send the profile to the reader.  Export Configuration from ReaderExport Configuration from ReaderExport Configuration from ReaderExport Configuration from Reader    This function is used to export the current reader settings for later uploading. Press the XML Format button to view the XML file in the browser. Save this file to your computer if you wish retain it for future. If you wish to view the current configuration parameters for a reader, press Text Format button.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      60606060     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Import LicensesImport LicensesImport LicensesImport Licenses    This function is used to import a feature license file. Navigate to the license file and press Import License to load the file into the reader. Import Security KeysImport Security KeysImport Security KeysImport Security Keys    This function is used to import reader security keys to the reader. Navigate to the key file and press Import Security Keys to load the file into the reader. Export Security KeysExport Security KeysExport Security KeysExport Security Keys    This function is used to export reader security keys from the reader. Enter the commissioning password and the mac address file containing a list of readers (each number followed by a carriage return) to allow import of these keys. Navigate to the mac address file and press Export Security Keys to load the file into the reader. Import Wiegand Translation TableImport Wiegand Translation TableImport Wiegand Translation TableImport Wiegand Translation Table    This function is used to import a Wiegand translation table to the reader. The file will typically have a .csv extension. Export Wiegand Translation TableExport Wiegand Translation TableExport Wiegand Translation TableExport Wiegand Translation Table    This function is used to export a Wiegand translation table from the reader. The file extension will default to .csv. Import Application PackageImport Application PackageImport Application PackageImport Application Package    This function is used to import a set of user applications, along with each application's arguments and autostart status. Export Application PackageExport Application PackageExport Application PackageExport Application Package    This function is used to export the user applications, along with each application's arguments and autostart status.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     61616161     7.2.3. Command LineCommand LineCommand LineCommand Line    This page allows you to directly enter reader commands from your web browser.To directly enter commands from the Command Line Interface (CLI), refer to the 3M Toll3M Toll3M Toll3M Toll    RFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID ReaderRFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      62626262     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3. Expert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert Configuration    The Expert Configuration functions allow you to configure low-level functions within the reader. These functions should only accessed by expert users. Expert configurations include:  Setup  Tag  Version  Information  Communication  Antennas  Digital I/O  Security  Writeback  Modem 7.3.1. Expert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert Configuration    ––––    SetupSetupSetupSetup    This page allows you to set the basic operating parameters of the reader including region, sub region, mode, and active protocols. You can also view the valid protocols and regions.  NOTENOTENOTENOTE    For details on reader variables, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     63636363     7.3.2. Expert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert Configuration    ––––    TagTagTagTag    This page allows you to configure how the reader reports tags.  The 6204 supports the ability to filter tags or eliminate tags from being reported based on the conditions specified in the filter configuration variables. The reader supports eight filters and each filter is specified by the following configuration variables:  enabled – Enables or disables the filter.  inclusive – Indicates to either include tags that match (Inclusive) or include tags that do not match (Exclusive) the tag filter.  mask – Mask (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter.  name – Name given to the tag filter  pattern – Pattern (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter The following figure shows a small sample of the available variables.   NOTENOTENOTENOTE    For details on tag variables, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      64646464     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3.3. Expert Expert Expert Expert ConfigurationConfigurationConfigurationConfiguration    ––––    VersionVersionVersionVersion    This page displays the version of reader hardware and reader software within the reader. The version numbers are read-only and will be needed if you contact 3M for technical support.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     65656565     7.3.4. Expert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert ConfigurationExpert Configuration    ––––    InformationInformationInformationInformation    This page allows you to customize the reader’s identity. You can assign each reader a name, description, location, and zone. You can also set how the reader reports timestamps.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      66666666     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3.5. Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration ––––    CommunicationCommunicationCommunicationCommunication    This page allows you to customize the reader’s communication parameters. Refer to the Setup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LANSetup Ethernet/LAN and Setup Serial PortSetup Serial PortSetup Serial PortSetup Serial Port sections for additional information. The following figure shows a portion of communication parameters available on the reader.   NOTENOTENOTENOTE    For details on communication parameters, refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     67676767     7.3.6. Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration ––––    AntennasAntennasAntennasAntennas    This page allows you to configure the properties of the reader’s antenna configuration. For detailed description of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to the Antenna Configuration section in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide.  Enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration. Only  Antenna 1 and common antenna variables shown.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      68686868     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3.7. Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration ––––    Digital I/ODigital I/ODigital I/ODigital I/O    This page allows you to configure the digital inputs and output behavior. You can set the digital input debounce time (in milliseconds), as well as the input and output pin values. Refer to the    3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 6204 6204 6204 PPPProtocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide    for detailed information on each of these variables.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     69696969     7.3.8. Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration ––––    SecuritySecuritySecuritySecurity    This page allows you to configure the tag.security parameters. Refer to the    3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide    for detailed information on each of these variables.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      70707070     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3.9. Expert ConfiguratiExpert ConfiguratiExpert ConfiguratiExpert Configuration on on on ––––    WritebackWritebackWritebackWriteback    This page allows you to configure the tag.writeback parameters. Refer to the    3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide    for detailed information on each of these variables.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     71717171     7.3.10. Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration Expert Configuration ––––    ModemModemModemModem    This page allows you to set the reader’s modem variables. Modem variables are divided into the following categories:  Control  Debug  Diagnostics  Digital IO  Radio  Statistics Refer to the 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables. The following figures show only a small sample of the available modem configuration variables. 7.3.10.1. Modem – Control
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      72727272     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.3.10.2. Modem – Debug   7.3.10.3. Modem – Diagnostics   7.3.10.4. Modem – Digital IO
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     73737373     7.3.10.5. Modem – Radio   7.3.10.6. Modem – Statistics
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      74747474     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.4. UUUUser ser ser ser Application ManagementApplication ManagementApplication ManagementApplication Management    This page lists any user applications currently available on the reader and if any applications are running. This page also allows you to upload applications to the reader.      Running User ApplicationsRunning User ApplicationsRunning User ApplicationsRunning User Applications – Lists any user applications currently running on the reader. The application name, process ID, configuration, and status are provided. Controls are provided to view the application file and stop the application.  Application TransferApplication TransferApplication TransferApplication Transfer – This function allows you to load custom user applications onto the reader.   Applications available on the readerApplications available on the readerApplications available on the readerApplications available on the reader – This function allows you to view a list of all user applications stored on the reader. Controls are provided to view the application and delete it from the reader.  Start Applications Start Applications Start Applications Start Applications – This function allows you to start Python and Java applications.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     75757575     7.5. Change Operating ModeChange Operating ModeChange Operating ModeChange Operating Mode    This page allows you to configure the operational mode of the reader.    The reader supports the following operational modes:  Active ModeActive ModeActive ModeActive Mode - Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel.    SSSStandtandtandtand    BBBByyyy    ModeModeModeMode - Reader is not transmitting any energy, unless processing a tag related command. The RF transmitter is enabled at the beginning of the command processing, any protocol operations required for the command are performed, and then the RF transmitter is turned back off.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      76767676     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.6. Wiegand Translation TableWiegand Translation TableWiegand Translation TableWiegand Translation Table    This page allows you to view and edit the Translation Table used for Wiegand operation and also for the Standalone Access Control script.   The table is only displayed when the Wiegand component is active (when com.wiegand.enable is set to true).  Buttons allow you to edit existing translation table entries, add new entries, or delete existing entries.  You must click Submit to save table changes to the reader. The Scan For ID button may be used to operate the reader briefly and populate the "Original Tag ID" field with the first tag ID seen.  Please see Appendix A for details on the format of the translation table.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     77777777     7.7. View TagsView TagsView TagsView Tags    All tags read by the reader are stored in a database on the reader. This page allows you to view the tags in the database as well as change the current Operating Mode (AAAActivectivectivective or SSSStandtandtandtand    BBBByyyy).  Press StartStartStartStart to begin displaying the tag database. This page is automatically refreshed every five seconds. Press Get OnceGet OnceGet OnceGet Once to update the database one time (refresh is off). Press PurgePurgePurgePurge to purge all tags from the database.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      78787878     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.8. Check Reader StatusCheck Reader StatusCheck Reader StatusCheck Reader Status    This page allows you to view the reader/system status, CPU utilization, services, and licensed features. This information can be used by 3M Technical Support to verify reader operation.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     79797979
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7777    8 9             Reader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration ToolReader Configuration Tool      80808080     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     7.9. Review LogsReview LogsReview LogsReview Logs    This page allows you to view the reader logs. These logs can be used by 3M Technical Support to verify reader operation. The reader logs include:  Reader level Logs – System level reader operation  System Level Logs – Linux logs  Firmware Update Log – System level  Reader Applications Log – User application logs  Command History Log – Recent commands sent to the reader  Wiegand Translation Logs – Logs associated with the translation tables for the Wiegand Interface Module
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9        Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     81818181     8 Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs  8.1. Digital InputsDigital InputsDigital InputsDigital Inputs    The digital inputs (DIN1 – DIN4) can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading. Unused or open digital inputs are floating inside the reader. To activate the input, pull it low (0 Vdc) with an external device or connection to ground that can sink 2.5 mA. No voltage higher than +24 Vdc or lower than 0 Vdc should ever be connected to the input. See Figure 5 for an example of a typical motion sensor installed as a tag read trigger device. 8.2. Digital OutputsDigital OutputsDigital OutputsDigital Outputs    The digital outputs (DOUT1 – DOUT4) can be used as general purpose outputs, to indicate tag reading activity, or to indicate the reader is transmitting (RF On). Digital outputs can be pulled high. No voltage higher than +40 Vdc or lower than 0 Vdc should ever be connected to a digital output. The reader activates the output by pulling it low (0 Vdc) and can sink current such that power dissipation is ≤ 1W. 8.3. Low Latency Digital Input/Output OperationLow Latency Digital Input/Output OperationLow Latency Digital Input/Output OperationLow Latency Digital Input/Output Operation    The 6204 is equipped with low-latency digital inputs and outputs. The inputs (3 and 4) can be used by the modem to trigger low-latency events. Two commands control these inputs as follows: modem.dio.in.X.positive_level = Y -- if X goes high, it triggers Y modem.dio.in.X.negative_level = Y -- if X goes low, it triggers Y where Y can be: NOOP (default) ACTIVE_MODE STANDBY_MODE TOGGLE_MODE ONE_ROUND (performs one inventory round, nonblock) RUN_SCRIPT (runs series of modem commands, see the following) Digital I/O ModuleDigital I/O ModuleDigital I/O ModuleDigital I/O Module    An optional Digital I/O Module is available for the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204. Refer to Appendix A for more information.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9             Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      82828282     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Any time the RUN_SCRIPT operation is invoked, the reader will sequence through a maximum of 10 modem commands as follows: modem.dio.in.X.script.num_cmds = Q modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd1 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd2 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd3 = Z . . . modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd10 = Z where: Q is the number of commands. Q can be 0 to 10 (maximum 10 modem commands). Z can be any modem command An event event.response.modem_dio_scripts dio_in=*, cmdnum=*, resp=*** is generated after each modem command. Digital outputs 3 and 4 can be driven by modem after setting the following: dio.control.X = modem Actions that triggered the output can be defined by: modem.dio.out.X.op = Y where Y can be: NOOP (default) END_OF_ROUND (generates a pulse at end of each inventory round) ACTIVE_MODE (triggers high in active mode) SCRIPT_RUNNING (triggers high when digital input io triggered script is running) ANTENNA_FAILURE (triggers high in antenna failure state) ERROR (generates a pulse when an error occurs) WARNING (generates a pulse when an warning occurs) All output (level/pulse) polarity is defined by: modem.dio.out.X.polarity = Z where Z can be: POSITIVE (default) NEGATIVE All pulse width (in µSec) is defined by: modem.dio.out.X.pulse_width –(default 100 µSec)
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9        Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     83838383     Example (Input)Example (Input)Example (Input)Example (Input)    The following example triggers a series of modem commands, when DIO input 4 goes high. modem.dio.in.4.positive_level = RUN_SCRIPT modem.dio.in.4.script.num_cmds = 3 modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd1 = "modem.antennas.perform_check()" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd2 = "modem.diag.current_temperature" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd3 = "modem.stats.tag_read"  Example (OutputExample (OutputExample (OutputExample (Output))))    In the following example, DIO output 3 will trigger low when the reader is in active mode. dio.control.3 = modem modem.dio.out.3.op = ACTIVE_MODE modem.dio.out.3.polarity = NEGATIVE  8.4. Digital IDigital IDigital IDigital I/O Monitoring and Control Scripts/O Monitoring and Control Scripts/O Monitoring and Control Scripts/O Monitoring and Control Scripts    Several digital I/O monitoring and control scripts are provided with the reader to allow you to monitor the digital I/Os and take specific actions. These Python application scripts can be used as is or modified to suit your particular application. For detailed information on loading Python scripts, refer to Chapter 5 – Embedded Reader Applications of the 3M Toll RFID 3M Toll RFID 3M Toll RFID 3M Toll RFID ReaderReaderReaderReader    6204 P6204 P6204 P6204 Protocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guiderotocol Reference Guide. 8.4.1. scan_trigger.pyscan_trigger.pyscan_trigger.pyscan_trigger.py    This routine monitors the state of the digital input pin specified as the input parameter. If the state of the pin is low, the operating mode is set to standby. If the I/O pin state changes to high, the operating mode is set to active. Inputs: <pin> –  (optional) Input pin number (1–4). Default is digital in 1.   <trigger logic level> –(optional) 0 or 1. Default is trigger on 1. Examples: scan_trigger.py    Monitors digital input pin 1 scan_trigger.py 1    Monitors digital input pin 1 scan_trigger.py 4    Monitors digital input pin 4 scan_trigger.py 3 0  Monitors digital input pin 3, trigger on 0
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9             Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      84848484     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     8.4.2. scan_trigger_timer.pyscan_trigger_timer.pyscan_trigger_timer.pyscan_trigger_timer.py    This routine monitors the I/O pin. When the pen goes high, the timer is started and the operating mode is set to active. While the timer is running, I/O pin state changes are ignored. When the timer expires, the operating mode is set to standby.  The minimum value for the timer is 10 milliseconds (ms). Inputs:  <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.  <time> – (optional) Time, in ms for timer to run. Default is 1000 ms.   <trigger logic level> –(optional) 0 or 1. Default is trigger on 1. Examples: scan_trigger_timer.py  Monitors input 1, timer 1000 ms,  trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 2  Monitors input 2, timer 1000 ms,  trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 4 2000  Monitors input 4, timer 2000 ms, trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 3 4000 0   Monitors digital input 3, timer 4000 ms, trigger on 0 8.4.3. signal_read.pysignal_read.pysignal_read.pysignal_read.py    This routine will turn on a digital output if a tag is successfully read. The optional output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is used. The output pin will remain high for n ms, where n is either the default of 1000 ms, or the value supplied on the command line. Minimum value for n is 10 ms. Inputs:   <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.  <time> –  (optional) Time, in ms, to keep the output high. Default is 1000 ms (1 sec). <logic level> – (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: signal_read.py  Turns on output 1 for 1000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 2  Turns on output 2 for 1000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 5000  Turns on output 1 for 5000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 500  Turns on output 1 for 500 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 800 0   Turns on digital output 1,logic level 0, for  800 ms on tag reads
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9        Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     85858585     8.4.4. signal_readsignal_readsignal_readsignal_read_crc_error.py_crc_error.py_crc_error.py_crc_error.py    This routine will turn on a digital output if a tag read CRC error is detected. The output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is used. The output pin will remain high for n ms, where n is either the default of 1000 ms or the value supplied on the command line. Minimum value for n is 10 ms. Inputs:   <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.  <time> –  (optional) Time, in ms, to keep the output high. Default is 1000 ms. <logic level> –   (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: signal_read_crc_error.py   Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on),  for 1000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 2   Turns on output 2 (logic level 1=on), for 1000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 5000   Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on), for 5000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 500   Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on) for 500 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 800 0  Turns on output 1 (logic level 0=on), for 800 ms on tag CRC error. 8.4.5. rf_mon.pyrf_mon.pyrf_mon.pyrf_mon.py    This routine will monitor the state of the transmitter.  If the transmitter is on, it sets the appropriate output pin high. If low, it sets the output pin low. Inputs:  <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.  <logic level> –   (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: rf_mon.py  Monitors RF status, set/clear output 1 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 1  Monitors RF status, set/clear output 1 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 2  Monitors RF status, set/clear output 2 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 3 0  Monitors RF status, set/clear output 3 on change, logic level 1 for on
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9             Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      86868686     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     8.5. DigiDigiDigiDigital Input Alarm Generationtal Input Alarm Generationtal Input Alarm Generationtal Input Alarm Generation    The 6204 can be configured to generate an alarm when a digital input is disconnected or sensor failure is detected. The alarm is triggered when the signal level on the digital input stays in the specified state longer than the specified alarm timeout.  This behavior can be configured independently for each digital input. The configuration variable dio.in.alarm.logic_level.<N> (where <N> is 1,2,3,4) sets whether the alarm is coupled to a input logic level of 0 (low) or 1 (high). The configuration variable dio.in.alarm.timeout.<N> (where <N> is 1,2,3,4) sets the amount of time, in seconds, to wait for a signal state change. A value of 0 (default) disables alarm generation. The digital input logic level is used along with the corresponding digital input pin timeout value to determine if an alarm (in the form of an event) should be generated. If a timeout value is set, the input pin is monitored. If the input pin value does not change during the timeout period AND the input pin value matches the alarm logic level, the event event.dio.in.alarm.timeout.n (where n is the pin number) is generated. This alarm event generation can be helpful in alerting to the loss of digital inputs to the reader.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8888    9        Configuring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/OsConfiguring Digital I/Os      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     87878787     8.6. Digital I/O Hardware ConnectionDigital I/O Hardware ConnectionDigital I/O Hardware ConnectionDigital I/O Hardware Connection    Figure 5 shows a typical sensor/indicator connection to the digital I/Os.    Figure 5  Example Motion Detector and Indicator connected to the Digital I/O
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9999              SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      88888888     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     9 Specifications  9.1.1. Reader SpecificationsReader SpecificationsReader SpecificationsReader Specifications    (General)(General)(General)(General)     FrequencyFrequencyFrequencyFrequency     865 – 868 MHz   (ETSI) 902 – 928 MHz   (FCC Part 15) 902 – 904 MHz    (FCC Part 90 Low Band) 911 – 921 MHz    (FCC Part 90 Dense) RF PowerRF PowerRF PowerRF Power     20 mW – 560 mW conducted (13 – 27.5 dBm)   (ETSI) 20 mW – 1 W conducted (13 – 30 dBm)   (FCC Part 15) 20 mW – 2 W conducted (13 – 33 dBm)   (FCC Part 90) Power Power Power Power     ConsumptionConsumptionConsumptionConsumption    10 W (max while idle) 22 W (max at 33 dBm conducted output power, FCC Part 90) ConnectionsConnectionsConnectionsConnections     RS-232, Digital I/O, Ethernet LAN Input VoltageInput VoltageInput VoltageInput Voltage     24 VDC±5% at input of 3M supplied cable, 36 W Input CurrentInput CurrentInput CurrentInput Current     1.5A maximum at 24 Vdc DimensionsDimensionsDimensionsDimensions     16.5 x 13.0 x 3.4 in (419 x 330 x 86 mm) WeightWeightWeightWeight     5.0 kg (11 lbs)   NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    If DC power is disconnected from the reader, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before reapplying power.  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    The 3M supplied power cable is only rated at 24V ±5%. Input power less than 24V ±5% while using 3M supplied cables may result in cable and/or reader damage.
    1 2 3 4 5  6 7 8 9999                  SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     89898989      Figure 6  Typical Power Consumption versus Conducted Output Power at 910 MHz 9.1.2. Environmental SpecificationsEnvironmental SpecificationsEnvironmental SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications    Operating TemperatureOperating TemperatureOperating TemperatureOperating Temperature     -40 °F to 131 °F (-40 °C to 55 °C) Storage TemperatureStorage TemperatureStorage TemperatureStorage Temperature     -40 °F to 185 °F (-40 °C to 85 °C) Maximum ShockMaximum ShockMaximum ShockMaximum Shock     1 foot (0.3 meter) drop to any corner Relative HumidityRelative HumidityRelative HumidityRelative Humidity     95 %, non-condensing Int’l Protection RatingInt’l Protection RatingInt’l Protection RatingInt’l Protection Rating     IP66 9.1.3. AC/DC Power AdapterAC/DC Power AdapterAC/DC Power AdapterAC/DC Power Adapter    SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications    ModelModelModelModel     Lambda DSP100-24 Input VoltageInput VoltageInput VoltageInput Voltage     90 – 264 Vac,  Input FrequencyInput FrequencyInput FrequencyInput Frequency     47 to 63 Hz PowerPowerPowerPower     100.8 W  Holdup TimeHoldup TimeHoldup TimeHoldup Time     10 ms (115 Vac) Output VoltageOutput VoltageOutput VoltageOutput Voltage     24 VDC Output CurrentOutput CurrentOutput CurrentOutput Current     4.2 A   Active Mode DC Current Draw vs Transmitted Power0.40.50.60.70.80.9110 15 20 25 30 35Transm itted Power (dBm )DC Current draw (A)+60 degC+25 degC-20 degC
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9999              SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      90909090     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     9.1.4. RSRSRSRS----232 Specifications232 Specifications232 Specifications232 Specifications    Baud rateBaud rateBaud rateBaud rate     1200 - 115200 (Default = 115200) ParityParityParityParity     None Data bitsData bitsData bitsData bits     8 Stop bitsStop bitsStop bitsStop bits     1 SignalsSignalsSignalsSignals    Refer to Section 9.1.8 for cable pin out. 9.1.5. Digital Input/Output SpecificationsDigital Input/Output SpecificationsDigital Input/Output SpecificationsDigital Input/Output Specifications    InputInputInputInput     5 to 24 Vdc, 1 to 5 mA, Optically Isolated OutputOutputOutputOutput     Open Collector (3 to 40 V, 100 mA Max) SignalsSignalsSignalsSignals    Refer to Section 9.1.8 for cable pin out. 9.1.6. Ethernet LAN SpecificationsEthernet LAN SpecificationsEthernet LAN SpecificationsEthernet LAN Specifications    EthernetEthernetEthernetEthernet     10/100 BaseT SignalsSignalsSignalsSignals    Refer to Section 9.1.8 for cable pin out.
    1 2 3 4 5  6 7 8 9999                  SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     91919191     9.1.7. 3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader3M Toll RFID Reader    6204620462046204    Antenna SpecificationsAntenna SpecificationsAntenna SpecificationsAntenna Specifications    Please refer to the 3M Antenna Application Guide for detailed specifications and application information for 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 antennas. 3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number     78787878----0060006000600060----1044104410441044----7777     78787878----0060006000600060----1045104510451045----4444    Previous Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part Number     ANTENNA-013  ANTENNA-018-E Frequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency range    902–928 MHz  902–928 MHz Antenna typeAntenna typeAntenna typeAntenna type    Patch  Patch ImpedanceImpedanceImpedanceImpedance    50 , nominal  50 , nominal GainGainGainGain    13 dBi  9.0 dBic (min) 10 dBic (max) Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (----3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)    42°, nominal  63°, typical PolarizationPolarizationPolarizationPolarization    Linear  RH circular F/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratio    -24 dB, typical  -18 dB, maximum -20 dB, typical Side lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes level    -19 dB, typical  -16 dB, typical @ 90° Power inputPower inputPower inputPower input    37 dBm (5 W)  38 dBm (6 W) Return lossReturn lossReturn lossReturn loss    -12 dB, minimum  -14 dB, minimum Connector typeConnector typeConnector typeConnector type    N type Female (Jack)  N type Female (Jack)  3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number     78787878----0060006000600060----1047104710471047----0000     78787878----0060006000600060----1048104810481048----8888    Previous Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part Number     ANTENNA-020  ANTENNA-021 Frequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency range     865 - 956 MHz  902–928 MHz Antenna typeAntenna typeAntenna typeAntenna type     Patch  Patch ImpedanceImpedanceImpedanceImpedance     50 , nominal  50 , nominal GainGainGainGain     7.5 dBi  13 dBi Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (----3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)     70°, nominal  36°, nominal PolarizationPolarizationPolarizationPolarization     RH Circular  Linear F/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratio     -20 dB, typical  -20 dB, typical Side lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes level       -14 dB, typical Power inputPower inputPower inputPower input     38 dBm (6 W)  37 dBm (5 W) Return lossReturn lossReturn lossReturn loss     -20.8, typical  -12 dB, maximum Connector typeConnector typeConnector typeConnector type     N type Female (Jack)  N type Female (Jack)
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9999              SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      92929292     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide      3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number     78787878----0060006000600060----1051105110511051----2222     78787878----0060006000600060----1053105310531053----8888    Previous Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part Number     ANTENNA-023  ANTENNA-024 Frequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency range    902–928 MHz  902–928 MHz Antenna typeAntenna typeAntenna typeAntenna type    Multi-element Patch   Multi-element Patch ImpedanceImpedanceImpedanceImpedance    50 , nominal  50 , nominal GainGainGainGain    15 dBi  15 dBi Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (----3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)    22°, nominal  30°, nominal PolarizationPolarizationPolarizationPolarization    Linear  Linear F/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratio    -36 dB, typical  -36 dB, typical Side lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes level    -18 dB, typical  -18 dB, typical  Power inputPower inputPower inputPower input    37 dBm (5 W)  37 dBm (5 W) Return lossReturn lossReturn lossReturn loss    -12 dB, minimum  -12 dB, minimum Connector typeConnector typeConnector typeConnector type    N type Female (Jack)  N type Female (Jack)  3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number3M SKU Number     75757575----0302030203020302----3902390239023902----6666    Previous Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part NumberPrevious Part Number     N/A Frequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency rangeFrequency range     902–928 MHz Antenna Antenna Antenna Antenna typetypetypetype     Multi-element Patch ImpedanceImpedanceImpedanceImpedance     50 , nominal GainGainGainGain     14.5 dBi Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (Beam width (----3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)3 dB)     22°, nominal PolarizationPolarizationPolarizationPolarization     Linear Horizontal F/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratioF/B ratio     -25 dB, typical Side lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes levelSide lobes level     -18 dB, typical Power inputPower inputPower inputPower input     38 dBm (6 W) Return lossReturn lossReturn lossReturn loss     -12 dB, minimum ConnectorConnectorConnectorConnector    typetypetypetype     N type Female (Jack
    1 2 3 4 5  6 7 8 9999                  SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     93939393     Site License Site License Site License Site License ––––    Customer DisclaimerCustomer DisclaimerCustomer DisclaimerCustomer Disclaimer    Customer (end user) acknowledges that a site license is required for each reader system location. It is the customer’s responsibility to file for the site license and submit the appropriate filing payment. 3M can assist with the completion of forms. United States filings require completion and submission of FCC Form 601 with Schedule D and H. Canadian filings require completion and submission of Industry Canada Forms IC2365BB and IC2430BB. Licence d'Etat-client Avertissement Client (utilisateur final) reconnaît que le site d'une licence est requise pour chaque lecteur emplacement du système. Il incombe au client de déposer pour la licence d'exploitation et soumettre le paiement du dépôt approprié. 3M peut aider à la réalisation de formes. Unis dépôts États exigent l'achèvement et la soumission du formulaire FCC 601 à l'annexe D et H. dépôts canadiennes exigent l'achèvement et la soumission de Industrie Canada Formulaires IC2365BB et IC2430BB   FCC Part 15 FCC Part 15 FCC Part 15 FCC Part 15 NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    This equipment complies with FCC Part 90 and Industry Canada.RSS-137 rules.  This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.   Cet appareil est conforme à FCC Partie15 de Industrie Canada RSS standard exempts de licence (s). Son utilisation est soumise à Les deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter Toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif.  Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC Part 90 FCC Part 90 FCC Part 90 FCC Part 90 NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:NOTICE:    This equipment complies with FCC Part 90 and Industry Canada.RSS-137 rules.  Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by 3M could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The professional installer will need to calculate and verify the reader’s power output allowable based on the antenna (gain) used and cabling (loss) effects.  This value will be used in the user’s submission of their site license application.  The maximum antenna gain plus cable effects for a given output power can be calculated by: 44.8 dBm (ERP) 44.8 dBm (ERP) 44.8 dBm (ERP) 44.8 dBm (ERP) ----    PoutPoutPoutPout    where Pout is the measured RF output power (dBm)  Reader output power is limited to a maximum of 2W under all conditions. When operating at that power level, the maximum permissible antenna gain is 11.2dBd.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9999              SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      94949494     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     9.1.8. Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable PinoutBulkhead Connector/Interface Cable PinoutBulkhead Connector/Interface Cable PinoutBulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout     Note:Note:Note:Note: Drawing is for cable socket on reader.   Pair Pin Color  Pin Name  Function 1  A  Black  Tx+  Ethernet B  Green  Tx-  Ethernet 2  C  Black  Rx+  Ethernet D  Orange  Rx-  Ethernet 3  E  Blue  VC2+  Ethernet F  Black  VC2-  Ethernet 4  G  Black  VC2+  Ethernet H  Brown  VC2-  Ethernet 5  J  Black  RS-232 TXD (to WIM RXD) Serial or WIM Port K  Red  RS-232 RXD (to WIM TXD) Serial or WIM Port 6  L  Black  DTR (Short to Pin N DSR) Serial or WIM Port M  White  RS-232 GND (to WIM SGND) Serial or WIM Port 7  N  Black  DSR (Short to Pin L DTR) Serial or WIM Port P  Yellow  RS-232 CTS (to WIM RTS) Serial or WIM Port 8  R  Red  RS-232 RTS (to WIM CTS) Serial or WIM Port S  White  No Connect  Not Applicable 9  T  Red  +24 VDC  Power U  Green  24 VDC GND  Ground 10  V  Red  DIN Ref 1 To (+5 to +24)VRef  Digital Input Common W  Blue  DIN1  Digital Input 1 11  X  Red  DIN2  Digital Input 2 Y  Yellow  DIN Ref 2 To (+5 to +24)VRef  Digital Input Common 12  Z  Red  DIN3  Digital Input 3 a  Brown  DIN4  Digital Input 4 13  b  Red  GND  Ground (Reader)
    1 2 3 4 5  6 7 8 9999                  SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsSpecifications      3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     95959595     Pair Pin Color  Pin Name  Function c  Orange  DOUT1  Digital Output 1 14  d  Green  DOUT2  Digital Output 2 e  White  DOUT3  Digital Output 3 15  f  Green  DOUT4  Digital Output 4 g  Blue  GND  Ground (Reader) 16  h  Yellow  +24 VDC  Heater Power j  Green  24 VDC GND  Heater Ground  NOTICENOTICENOTICENOTICE::::    If DC power is disconnected from the reader, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before reapplying power.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      96969696     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A Using the Wiegand Interface  A.1. OverviewOverviewOverviewOverview    The 3M Wiegand Interface Module (WIM) is a serial (RS-232) to 4-channel Wiegand module designed to interface with the 6204 reader.  Currently, 2 Wiegand channels are used, corresponding to the 2 antennas available on the 6204.  Channel 1 is associated with the internal antenna. Channel 2 is associated with the External antenna. Channels 3 and 4 can be configured to act as open-collector, digital pulse outputs under software control. This requires an additional custom script file to define the output function. Contact your local 3M Representative for further information. A.2. Wiegand ProtocolWiegand ProtocolWiegand ProtocolWiegand Protocol    The Wiegand communication protocol is a 3-wire communications scheme comprising:  Data One line  Data Zero line  Ground line These three lines constitute a Wiegand Channel. Data is transmitted in a serial manner over these lines by pulsing the Data One line low for a logic 1, and pulsing the Data Zero line low for a logic 0. Two parameters define the behavior of bit-wise transmission:  Pulse Width Time (Tpw) is the duration of the pulse.  Pulse Interval Time (Tpi) is the interval between the end of a pulse and the start of the next pulse. Based on this, the total bit time is Tpw + Tpi.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     97979797     A Wiegand frame consists of a string of bits transmitted in the Wiegand format. Typically, this is 26 bits (including two parity bits). Following the transmission of a Wiegand frame, a hold-off time (Thold) is asserted where the Wiegand interface will not transmit. This mechanism is used to separate adjacent Wiegand frames.  The unit, by default, outputs a 26-bit Wiegand frame (24 data bits , 2 parity bits). Data lengths of up-to 128 bits can be accommodated. The current default values for the Wiegand are as follows: ParameterParameterParameterParameter     ValueValueValueValue    TPW Pulse Width Time  50 µs TPI Pulse Interval Time  2000 µs Inter Frame Message Delay Time  250 ms Data bits  24 Parity   Standard Bit format  MSB first In some installations, Wiegand equipment may report only a single transaction when multiple tags are read simultaneously. In this case, the Wiegand equipment may require a larger delay between consecutive Wiegand data frames (up to 1.5 seconds).   To increase the delay, set com.wiegand.X.physical.thold, where X is the Wiegand output number, to the desired interframe time in ms (i.e. 1500 for 1.5 seconds). For more information, refer to the AC-01 Wiegand Specification: “Access Control Standard Protocol For The 26-Bit Wiegand Reader Interface”. A.3. Wiegand ApplicationsWiegand ApplicationsWiegand ApplicationsWiegand Applications    Many access control panels incorporate a Wiegand Interface, and in many applications a host reader will communicate with an access control panel via the Wiegand Interface. Many Wiegand-enabled panels are configured to receive Facility Code information and Serial Number information in Wiegand format. In an RFID-based access control system, the Facility Code and Serial Number may be embedded into a data string known as a Translated ID. In some applications, an actual tag ID may be mapped to a Translated ID via some form of look-up table. This 6204 Wiegand application primarily uses secure tags for authentication. The reader will read such tags and derive a Translated ID from the tag. This Translated ID is then sent to the Wiegand Interface Module (WIM) for transmission over a Wiegand Interface to a Wiegand panel. However, a translation table facility is incorporated for managing standard legacy tags.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      98989898     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A.4. Mechanical InstallationMechanical InstallationMechanical InstallationMechanical Installation    The WIM is housed in a plastic enclosure and should be located in your control panel. Mount the module in a ventilated area on a flat panel and ensure that the module is protected from water and moisture ingress, and is not mounted directly above a heat source.  Secure the module in place with two #8 (M4) flat-head type screws. Figure 7 shows the location of the mounting flanges.  Figure 7  Wiegand Interface Mounting Flanges
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     99999999     A.5. Electrical InstallationElectrical InstallationElectrical InstallationElectrical Installation    Power for the WIM is supplied by the 24 VDC 6204 reader power supply. The 6204 serial port is used to communicate with the WIM and is therefore not available for standard serial communications. Connections to the WIM are made via pluggable screw terminal blocks.   Figure 8  3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 Electrical Connections (Wiegand Interface Module) Refer to Figure 9 for actual Wiegand Module power and RS-232 wiring.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      100100100100     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide      Figure 9  Wiegand Interface Module Electrical Connections A.5.1. Connect the Serial Port To connect the serial port, perform the following: 1111 Terminate the reader umbilical cable using a suitable cable gland or equivalent method. 2222 Identify the serial interface wires and terminate these five wires on the READER/POWER connector.  3333 Use care when performing the termination to avoid Pin 3 (RFU) on this connector. Disconnecting WIM Disconnecting WIM Disconnecting WIM Disconnecting WIM from Serial Portfrom Serial Portfrom Serial Portfrom Serial Port    In the event you disconnect the WIM module from the serial port, you need to restart the console service for the reader command line interface (cli). See ““““Disconnecting Disconnecting Disconnecting Disconnecting the Wiegand the Wiegand the Wiegand the Wiegand Interface ModuleInterface ModuleInterface ModuleInterface Module”””” later in the is section.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     101101101101     A.5.2. Connect the Wiegand Outputs Optically-isolated open-collector outputs are provided to meet the requirements of the AC01 Wiegand specification. These are protected by 5V transient voltage-suppression diodes. To connect the Wiegand outputs, perform the following: 1111 When using the single Internal antenna of the 6204, connect CH1 (3 wires) of the WIM to the Wiegand panel. 2222 If using the External antenna, connect CH2 (3 wires) of the WIM to the Wiegand panel.  3333 Refer to Figure 9 for the standard Wiegand color code as defined in the AC-01 Wiegand specification. A.5.3. Connect the 24V Power To connect 24V power, perform the following: 1111 Using the black and red power harness supplied, connect one end of the black wire to Terminal 1 (PGND). 2222 Connect one end of the red wire to Terminal 2 (+24V) of the READER/POWER connector.  3333 Connect the remaining end of the red wire to the + output terminal.  4444 Connect the remaining end of the black wire to the – output terminal of the PSU  5555 Verify the connections. A.5.4. Initial Testing Initial testing is optional, but recommended. The purpose is to verify that the 24V PSU and Wiegand module power supply are operating correctly. Perform the following: 1111 Ensure that the reader is disconnected from the umbilical cable by unlocking and removing the connector at the reader end. 2222 Apply AC power to the PSU Module.   3333 Using a Digital Multimeter (DMM) confirm that the output of the PSU lies in the range 21.6 to 26.4 VDC  4444 Check that the PWR LED on the module is illuminated. 5555 Using the DMM, measure the DC voltage between PGND and RFU on the READER/POWER connector. For correct operation, this should be between 4.75 and 5.25 VDC. 6666 Disconnect the PSU and reconnect the umbilical cord to the reader.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      102102102102     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A.6. Disconnecting the Wiegand Interface ModuleDisconnecting the Wiegand Interface ModuleDisconnecting the Wiegand Interface ModuleDisconnecting the Wiegand Interface Module    In the event you wish to disconnect the WIM, perform the following: 1111 Remove AC power from the PSU. 2222 Disconnect the serial cable from the reader. 3333 Restart the  console service for the reader command line interface by sending the following command to the reader: com.serial.console(program=cli)
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     103103103103     A.7. Using RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface ModuleUsing RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface ModuleUsing RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface ModuleUsing RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface Module    You can use the embedded Reader Configuration Tool to configure the WIM parameters. Perform the following: Open RSTOpen RSTOpen RSTOpen RST    1111 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST)  2222 Select a specific reader and press Configure.  3333 The Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) is displayed.  4444 Press Login and log into the reader as admin. The initial password is readeradmin.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      104104104104     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     5555 Select Advanced Functions → Expert Configuration. 6666 Select the Communication tab. 7777 Set com.wiegand.enable to true and press Submit. 8888 Press the Back   key to return to Expert Configuration screen.   9999 Select the Setup tab. 10101010 Set setup.operating_mode to active and press Submit. 11111111 Press the Back   key to return to Expert Configuration screen.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     105105105105     12121212 Once setup is complete, save your settings in a Profile. 13131313 In the configuration header, press Manage Profiles.  14141414 The profile management page is displayed  15151515 Enter a profile name in the box and press Save. 16161616 Your reader configuration will be saved under this profile name and can be quickly reloaded if the reader reboots or you lose your reader configuration. 17171717 To load a profile, press the Activate button next to the Profile Name. Save Save Save Save Reader SetupReader SetupReader SetupReader Setup    Save reader setup information as a profile. If you need to reboot or power down a reader, the reader setup can be quickly reloaded by loading the profile.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      106106106106     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A.8. Converting Converting Converting Converting Translation Tables for use with Translation Tables for use with Translation Tables for use with Translation Tables for use with 6204620462046204    If you have translation tables, such as those developed for Sirit IDentity MaX readers, these tables can be converted for use with the 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 and Wiegand Interface Module. For a Single Translation TableFor a Single Translation TableFor a Single Translation TableFor a Single Translation Table    1111 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→3M→Reader Startup Tool (RST)  2222 Press the WTC button under Advanced Tools.  3333 Enter the location and name of your input file, output file location, and output file name. 4444 Press Convert.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     107107107107     For Multiple Translation TablesFor Multiple Translation TablesFor Multiple Translation TablesFor Multiple Translation Tables    1111 If you have multiple translation tables to convert, perform the previous procedure for each table. 2222 Create a new document using a text editor such as Notepad. This will be the main file used to build the combined translation table. 3333 Start another session of the text editor (such as Notepad) to open one of the converted translation tables.  4444 Copy the contents and paste them into the main file. (The converted translation tables have a .csv extension. Do not open these by double-clicking, as this will invoke Excel).  5555 Repeat Step 3 for all converted tables. 6666 Use care to not replicate the same information multiple times. Edit the main file if necessary to eliminate duplications. 7777 Save the main file, giving it a .csv extension. A.9. Importing/Exporting a Translation TableImporting/Exporting a Translation TableImporting/Exporting a Translation TableImporting/Exporting a Translation Table    To load or import a translation table, perform the following: 1111 Under the Advanced Functions, select Import/Export Configuration.   2222 Under Import Wiegand Translation Table, press Browse and navigate to the location of your translaitons tables. 3333 Select the translation table file name and press Import Translation Table. 4444 To export the translation table, press Export Translation Table. 5555 Save the file as needed.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      108108108108     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A.10. Programming the Wiegand InterfProgramming the Wiegand InterfProgramming the Wiegand InterfProgramming the Wiegand Interfaceaceaceace    The WIM may be configured in hardware to contain two or four Wiegand channels. Each channel can be individually configured and controlled. In the following variable and function descriptions <n> will refer to a generic Wiegand channel. Valid values include 1,2 (Wiegand channels 1, 2) for all systems and 3,4 (Wiegand channels 3, 4) for four channel modules. (See Module Type 0x14 in the com.wiegand.info variable description). A channel value falling out of range should generate an error. For this system, Wiegand channel 1 is associated with the Internal antenna and Wiegand channel 2 is associated with the External antenna. com.wiegand.dealer_code_list This variable is used to configure a string of dealer codes. A Dealer Code List can be configured with one or more Dealer Codes, each separated by a "space". Authenticated secure tags containing a Dealer Code which matches a value in the Dealer Code List will be forwarded to the Wiegand interface. Authenticated secure tags containing a Dealer Code that does not match a value in the Dealer Code List will be blocked. Dealer Code filtering does not apply to legacy tags. Dealer Code filtering can be disabled by specifying a blank Dealer Code List. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     string DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     "" com.wiegand.dealer_code_list This variable provides a space-separated list of dealer codes used by Wiegand application to filter out tags. Empty list means no dealer code is used.  Type  var Permissions  guest=r,admin=rw Data Type  string Default  ""
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     109109109109     com.wiegand.enable This variable enables/disables the WIM. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     bool DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     false com.wiegand.events_only If this variable is set to true, WIMApp will run and use the translation table, but will not actually communicate with a Wiegand Interface Module over the serial port. event.wim.report events are generated, and this is the only output from WIMAPP.  This mode is intended to be used in order to allow WIMAPP to perform access control functionality using the translation table as a whitelist. When false, WIMAPP attempts to communicate with the Wiegand Interface Module on the serial port and will not function properly if this communication is impossible.  TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     bool DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     true com.wiegand.export_table Export translation table of the Wiegand module to /tmp/wim/table. TypeTypeTypeType     function PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=-,admin=x
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      110110110110     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     com.wiegand.id_format If this variable is set to HEXADECIMAL, the full wiegand ID will be displayed as a single hexadecimal number in the wiegand_id field of tag reports. If this variable is set to FORMATTED, the wiegand ID will be split into facility code and serial number portions, and each field will be displayed in decimal notation (i.e. 123-4567) in the wiegand_id field of tag report events. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     enum DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     FORMATTED EnumEnumEnumEnum     HEXADECIMAL FORMATTED com.wiegand.import_table Import translation table of the Wiegand module. TypeTypeTypeType     function PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=-,admin=x ParametersParametersParametersParameters     file (string)  com.wiegand.info This variable returns a string containing information about the WIM, such as number of channels (channels), firmware version number (firmware_version) and serial number (serial_no).  >>> com.wiegand.info() ok channels=4, firmware_version=0.25, serial_no=0x1122334455667788  TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     string DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     ""
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     111111111111     com.wiegand.reset  This function resets the WIM. TypeTypeTypeType     function PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=-,admin=x com.wiegand.retransmission_interval This variable provides the facility for a Wiegand stream to be retransmitted at defined periodic intervals for the time a tag resides in the RF field. This variable defines the interval in seconds. A value of 0 disables the retransmission mechanism. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     0 MinMinMinMin     0 MaxMaxMaxMax     300 com.wiegand.<n>.control.send_data This variable sends data to the Wiegand interface. The data is specified in hexadecimal form (for example, 0xXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX) and represents a value of up-to 8 bytes. The data will typically represent a translated ID. n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     string DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     ""
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      112112112112     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     com.wiegand.<n>.control.send_test_pattern Send a fixed, predetermined test pattern to the Wiegand channel.  n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     function PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=-,admin=x com.wiegand.<n>.frame.data_index This variable sets or interrogates the data index. This is the index, in bits, where serialization of the translated ID begins (for discarding unused/redundant translated ID bits, for example Dealer Code). n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=rw,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     24 MinMinMinMin     0 MaxMaxMaxMax     255 com.wiegand.<n>.frame.data_length This variable sets or interrogates the data length of the Wiegand frame. This defines the total number of bits (excluding parity bits) of a translated ID that will be transmitted over the Wiegand interface. n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     24 MinMinMinMin     1 MaxMaxMaxMax     112
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     113113113113     com.wiegand.<n>.frame.endian_type This variable sets or interrogates the endian type of the Wiegand output frame. This defines whether the most-significant, or least- significant bit of the selected portion of the translated ID will be transmitted first. n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     enum DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     BIG_ENDIAN EnumEnumEnumEnum     BIG_ENDIAN LITTLE_ENDIAN  com.wiegand.<n>.frame.fc_length This variable is used to set or interrogate the length of the facility code portion of the Wiegand ID. The serial number length of the ID is implied by the difference between com.wiegand.X.frame.data_length and the corresponding fc_length. This field is used when the wiegand data is presented in FORMATTED mode (see com.wiegand.id_format). n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     8 MinMinMinMin     0 MaxMaxMaxMax     112 com.wiegand.<n>.frame.format This variable sets or interrogates the frame format of the Wiegand output.  n = 1 to 4. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     enum DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     STANDARD_PARITY EnumEnumEnumEnum     STANDARD_PARITY REVERSE_PARITY CHECKSUM RAW_DATA
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      114114114114     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     com.wiegand.<n>.physical.thold This variable is used to set or to interrogate the inter-frame hold-off time (Thold), where the inter-frame hold-off time is specified in milliseconds. Values of 50 to 20,000 ms are valid. The default value is 250 ms. The variable will return a value in the range 50 to 20,000 ms.  n = 1 to 4. Note that the WIM has a granularity of 50 ms and hold-off times will be truncated to the nearest 50 ms. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     5 MinMinMinMin     50 MaxMaxMaxMax     20000 com.wiegand.<n>.physical.tpi This variable is used to set or interrogate the pulse interval time, where the pulse interval time is specified in microseconds. Values of 200 µs to 20,000 µs are valid. The default value is 2000 µs. The variable will return a value in the range 200 to 20,000 µs.  n = 1 to 4. Note that the WIM has a granularity of 200 µs. Therefore, pulse_interval_times will be truncated to the nearest 200 µs. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     2000 MinMinMinMin     200 MaxMaxMaxMax     20000
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     115115115115     com.wiegand.<n>.physical.tpw This variable is used to set or to interrogate the pulse width time (Tpw), where the pulse width time is specified in microseconds. Values of 40 to 250 µs are valid. The default value is 50 µs. The variable will return a value in the range 40 to 250 µs.  n = 1 to 4. Note that the WIM has a granularity of 5 µs and pulse_width_times will be truncated to the nearest 5 µs. Also note that these are nominal time values for 470 pull-up loads on the Wiegand outputs. The pulse width time lengthens for higher values of pull-ups, and shortens for lower values. This phenomenon is caused by Miller capacitance on the loads. The 5 µs granularity on the pulse_width_time can be used to tailor the pulse width to the required value. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=r,admin=rw Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     int DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     50 MinMinMinMin     40 MaxMaxMaxMax     255  error.wiegand.failure This response indicates WIM function failed. event.wim.report This event is generated each time data is sent to the WIM interface. The event returns the translated ID,  timestamp, and antenna value TypeTypeTypeType     event PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=rw,admin=rw Return ValuesReturn ValuesReturn ValuesReturn Values    id (int)  time (string)  text (string)
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      116116116116     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     definitions.enum.wiegand.frame.endian_type This variable sets wiegand module ouput frame endian type. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=,admin= Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     enum DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     BIG_ENDIAN EnumEnumEnumEnum     BIG_ENDIAN LITTLE_ENDIAN  definitions.enum.wiegand.frame.format This variable sets wiegand module ouput frame format. TypeTypeTypeType     var PermissionsPermissionsPermissionsPermissions     guest=,admin= Data TypeData TypeData TypeData Type     enum DefaultDefaultDefaultDefault     STANDARD_PARITY EnumEnumEnumEnum    STANDARD_PARITY REVERSE_PARITY CHECKSUM RAW_DATA
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     117117117117     A.11. Programming the Translation TableProgramming the Translation TableProgramming the Translation TableProgramming the Translation Table    The 6204 has a translation table facility that allows a translation table to be imported into the reader. This facility serves three primary functions:  Support the use of legacy tags.  Manage exceptions, such as the black-listing of tags.  Serve as the list of allowed (and/or black-listed) tags for a standalone access control system (See Standalone Reader Operation Application Note). A.11.1. Translation Table Format The translation table uses a comma-separated variable (csv) format and will typically have a .csv extension. The first line of the file must contain the version number of the file format.  Currently the file format version is 1.0. The second line of the file may optionally contain a string FC_LEN=X,SNR_LEN=Y, where X and Y are the facility code and serial number bit lengths respectively.  If present, this line indicates how any decimal translated IDs in the rest of the file shall be interpreted (i.e. how many bits are represented by each field).  If not present, a facility code length of 8 bits and a serial number length of 16 bits is assumed.  Note that currently the web interface (RCT) does not generate this optional line, so any web-entered decimal Wiegand data assumes these default bit field lengths. Each subsequent line of the file represents a sequence of tags and has the following format: [StartID],[TagType],[StartXlateID],[Entries],[Handler]<CR><LF> where: [StartID] is the first tag ID of a sequence of tag IDs. In most cases, this is a hexadecimal number, preceded by 0x.  If the tag protocol is configured to display tag IDs in 6 bit ASCII format, this is the ASCII string representing the starting tag ID.  In the ASCII tag case, this is typically a 4 letter identifier followed by a 8 digit decimal number. [TagType] is the tag protocol type.  This must be one of the protocols supported by the reader, for example, ISOC or ISOB. [StartXlateID] is the first translated ID of a sequence of translated IDs. The number is preceded by 0x. This value may be in hexadecimal format (if preceded by 0x), or in decimal format with facility code and serial number separated by a dash (i.e. "123-4567"). [Entries] is presented as a decimal number representing the number of tags in the sequence.  Note: Maximum Number of Note: Maximum Number of Note: Maximum Number of Note: Maximum Number of FC and SNR ValuesFC and SNR ValuesFC and SNR ValuesFC and SNR Values    When populating the translation table, specify only values that can be expressed in the number of bits used for Facility Code (FC) and Serial Number (SNR).   For example, if 16 bit serial numbers are used, then only serial numbers in the range of 0 through 65535 should be specified in the table.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      118118118118     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     [Handler] determines how tag is processed and is a decimal number (between 0 and 255) that applies to all tags in the sequence. Where: Bit 7:  Password Authentication Indicator   1 = Password Authenticated   0 = Not Password Authenticated Bit 6:  Blacklist Indicator    1 = Blacklisted   0 = not Blacklisted Bit 5:  TID Authentication Indicator   1 = TID Authenticated   0 = Not TID Authenticated Bit 4:  RFU (0) Bit 3:  RFU (0) Bit 2:  RFU (0) Bit 1:  RFU (0) Bit 0:  Handler value   1 = Pass Translated ID to WIM   0 = Do not pass translated ID to WIM A.11.2. Typical Handler values  1 – Legacy tag whose data is to be passed through the system to the Wiegand interface (00000001b)  64 – Black-listed Legacy tag (01000000b).  33 – TID-Authenticated Tag whose data is to be passed through the system to the Wiegand interface (00100001b).  96 – Black-listed TID-Authenticated tag (01100000b).   129 – Password-Authenticated Tag whose data is to be passed through the system to the Wiegand interface (10000001b).  192 – Black-listed Password-Authenticated tag (11000000b). A.11.3. Example Table Entry The following is a typical translation table entry. 0x000000000000000000010000,ISOC, 0x000A0100,1000,1<CR><LF> This entry indicates:  1000 ISOC protocol tags in the sequence  Each with a handler value of 1 (legacy tag passed through system)  Actual tag IDs range from 0x000000000000000000010000 to 0x0000000000000000000103E7  Corresponding translated IDs would range from 0x000A0100 to 0x000A04E7
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     119119119119     A.12. Interaction between Interaction between Interaction between Interaction between Translation Table and WiegandTranslation Table and WiegandTranslation Table and WiegandTranslation Table and Wiegand----Encoded TagsEncoded TagsEncoded TagsEncoded Tags    Some tags are encoded with Wiegand data directly on them.  The 3M Toll RFID Reader 6204 supports these direct Wiegand encoded tags of the following format:  Secure ISOC  ISOB  ISO10374  (if supported by your model of 6204)  Flex (if supported by your model of 6204) Because of the security features present on direct Wiegand encoded Secure ISOC tags, they can be positively identified, and the Wiegand data encoded on the tag is transmitted via the WIM.  For each of the other protocols, some C2 variables are used to enable the direct Wiegand feature on a protocol-by-protocol basis:  modem.protocol.isob.control.wiegand.enabled  modem.protocol.iso10374.control.wiegand.enabled  modem.protocol.flex.control.wiegand.enabled When these variables are set to "true", WIMapp will perform the following actions when a tag is read: 1.1.1.1.  The standard tag ID will be looked up in the translation table (described above).  If there is an entry matching the tag ID in the translation table, the action specified by the translation table entry will be performed. 2.2.2.2.  If the tag ID is not present in the translation table, and if the direct Wiegand feature is enabled via the variables above, then the Wiegand data encoded on the tag will be transmitted via the WIM. Although the default values are correct for most installations, and should not be changed without consulting 3M technical support, it is possible to modify the areas in tag memory from which the Wiegand data is extracted by changing the following variables:  modem.protocol.isob.control.wiegand.length  modem.protocol.isob.control.wiegand.offset  modem.protocol.iso10374.control.wiegand.length  modem.protocol.iso10374.control.wiegand.offset  modem.protocol.flex.control.wiegand.length  modem.protocol.flex.control.wiegand.offset
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      120120120120     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     A.13. Transaction LogTransaction LogTransaction LogTransaction Log    A transaction log is used to record information on tag arrivals. Each entry in the log contains the following information:- [time] – provides the date and time of the tag arrival. [tag_id] – ID of the tag. [antenna] – states the antenna where the tag was read. [handle] – 8-bit values that provide information about a tag upon its arrival. The bit values are defined as: Bit 7  Password Authentication 1 = Password Authenticated 0 = Not Password Authenticated Bit 6  Blacklist Indicator 1 = Blacklisted  0 = Not Blacklisted Bit 5  TID-Authentication 1 = TID Authenticated 0 = Not TID Authenticated Bit 4  User Data Read Failure 1 = Failed To Read User Data 0 = User Data Read (for authenticated tag) (or) Not Applicable (for legacy tag) Bit 3  Dealer Code Mismatch 1 = Dealer Code Mismatch 0 = Dealer Code Match (for authenticated tag) (or) Not Applicable (for legacy tag) Bit 2  RFU Bit 1  RFU Bit 0  Wiegand Access 1 = Translated ID passed to Wiegand interface. 0 = No data passed to Wiegand interface. [type] – tag protocol type [translated_id] – hexadecimal value of the translated tag ID (result of the translation table lookup).
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A Appendix A ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     121121121121     A.14. Module SpecificationsModule SpecificationsModule SpecificationsModule Specifications    Operating Temperature RangeOperating Temperature RangeOperating Temperature RangeOperating Temperature Range     -40C to +60C Storage Temperature RangeStorage Temperature RangeStorage Temperature RangeStorage Temperature Range     -40C to +85C DC DC DC DC Power InputPower InputPower InputPower Input     12V-28V DC reverse polarity protected Total Power ConsumptionTotal Power ConsumptionTotal Power ConsumptionTotal Power Consumption     <1.25W (equivalent to <60mA @ 24VDC) RSRSRSRS----232 Serial Port232 Serial Port232 Serial Port232 Serial Port     115,200 Baud, 8 Bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit Wiegand PortWiegand PortWiegand PortWiegand Port     Data Zero and Data One outputs   Configuration type  5Y (See App A of AC-01 Wiegand Specification)      Outputs  Optically isolated open-collector outputs capable of sinking 25mA  These outputs will need to be pulled up to 5V at the inputs of the terminating Wiegand panel. Optimum pull-up resistor values lie in the range 470 to 1k.   Tpw (Output Pulse Width)  40 s -255s in 5s increments  (with 470 pull-up resistor)   Tpi (Output Pulse Interval)  200s to 20ms in 200s steps   Hold-off time  50ms-20s in 50ms steps
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      122122122122     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     B Error Handling  This appendix provides a listing of errors and warnings. Where applicable, a corrective action has been provided. Errors and warnings are listed by severity (critical, major, warning) and then alphabetically. If an issue does not resolve itself after taking the recommended corrective action, contact 3M support. B.1. Critical ErrorsCritical ErrorsCritical ErrorsCritical Errors    Critical errors are those errors that are likely to result in loss or severe degradation of service. These errors must be addressed immediately. Critical Critical Critical Critical ErrorErrorErrorError     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    MDM_ANTENNA_ FAILURE event.error. antenna Failed to set or change antenna. Probably due to un-terminated antenna port. Check condition of antennas, connectors, and coax. Use modem.antennas.perform_check() to perform antenna check function to determine if issue has been located. MDM_CLOSED_LOOP_ POWER_CTL_FAIL event.error. radio Internal RF power control failed.  May cause inaccurate antenna power output. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_OVERTEMP_ FAULT  event.error. environmental High temperature measured at modem Determine cause of excessive reader temperature and correct. MDM_RC_CANT_SET_ FREQUENCY event.error. radio Synthesizer problem tuning to desired frequency. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_RC_NO_ ANTENNA  event.error. antenna Failed to detect antenna. Probably due to antenna disconnected. Check antenna connections, then perform antenna check function. MDM_SPI_NO_ RESPONSE event.error. communication Modem has attempted to communicate with a SPI bus peripheral and received no response. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_SYNTHESIZER_ LOCK_FAIL event.error. radio Synthesizer can't lock to desired frequency. Perform reader reboot.   If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_TEMPERATURE_ SENSOR_FAIL event.error.hw  Temperature sensor unable to detect temperature. Perform reader reboot.   If condition persists, contact 3M support. READER_INIT_FAILURE  event.error.sw  The main processor has failed to successfully complete the initialization process. Perform reader reboot.   If condition persists, contact 3M support. SEEPROM_UNABLE_ TO_WRITE event.error.hw  Unable to write to SEEPROM. Perform reader reboot.   If condition persists, contact 3M support.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     123123123123     B.2. Major ErrorsMajor ErrorsMajor ErrorsMajor Errors    Major errors are those errors that may result in loss or degradation of service. These errors must be addressed as soon as possible. Major Major Major Major ErrorErrorErrorError     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    CHUNK_NOT_ FOUND  event.error.sw  Unable to find valid data in the flash. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. DATA_FORMAT_ ERROR event.error.sw  An error is detected in the data format. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. DEVICE_INIT_ FAILURE event.error.sw  Error initializing a device in the system. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. DEVICE_OPEN_ FAILURE event.error.sw  Unable to open device or piped command. Check memory and disk usage via "Check Reader Status" webpage.  If "free_memory" is lower then 10 MBytes or if filesystem:/apps or filesystem:/tmp is higher than 90%, determine if embedded application is improperly using memory.  If condition persists, contact 3M support.  INDEX_OUT_OF_ BOUNDS event.error.sw  Software is indexing beyond end of array. If condition persists, contact 3M support. INVALID_ ARGUMENT  event.error.sw  Argument of an internal command is invalid. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_CONMGR_ INVALID_CMDRESP_ FD event.error. communication Unknown command channel being closed. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_CONMGR_ INVALID_EVENT_FD event.error. communication Unknown event channel being closed. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_HB_MODEM_ NOT_RESPONDING event.error.hw  Modem not responding to keepalives from main processor. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_IPRC_CRC_ ERROR event.error. communication Communication from modem processor had a CRC error.  May see at bootup, since extra bytes are sent from modem processor during its boot squence. Usually caused by excessive processing loading on the reader by external entities.  Determine if any external process is continuously sending command requests to the reader at a high rate.  If running an embedded application, ensure that it is not monopolizing the processor.  If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_IPRC_TIMEOUT  event.error. communication Communication to modem processor timed out. May see at boot up, since modem processor may take a few seconds to boot. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support. IOP_IPRC_TRY_AGAIN  event.error.communication No data available from the modem processor. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      124124124124     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Major Major Major Major ErrorErrorErrorError     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    IOP_SPI_BAD_FILE  event.error. file_handling Unable to open the firmware file to be written to the SPI FLASH. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support.  IOP_SPI_BAD_VERIFY event.error. communication Verification of data in SPI FLASH failed. Contact 3M support. IOP_SPI_INVALID_ FILE_FORMAT event.error. file_handling The firmware file to be written to the SPI FLASH does not appear to be in the proper hex format. Contact 3M support. LICENSE_ERROR  event.error.sw  The main processor has attempted a license operation or import that has failed. Verify license file contains MAC address of this specific unit.  Verify the license file has not been imported previously.  If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_ADC_DEVICE_ FAILURE event.error.hw  The ADC device on the modem has generated an error. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_ANTENNA_ CHECK_FAILURE event.error. antenna The reader cannot perform an antenna check. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_CALIBRATION_ IQ_DATA_CORRUPT event.error.hw  Invalid transmit offset calibration data found on the reader flash. Contact 3M support. MDM_CALIBRATION_ IQ_DATA_MISSING event.error.hw  Unable to find valid transmit offset calibration data from the reader flash. Contact 3M support. MDM_CALIBRATION_TX_DATA_CORRUPT event.error.hw  Invalid transmit power calibration data found on the reader flash. Contact 3M support. MDM_CALIBRATION_TX_DATA_MISSING event.error.hw  Unable to find valid transmit power calibration data from the reader flash. Contact 3M support. MDM_CNR_CLOSED_LOOP_FAILED event.error.radio  CNR closed loop control failed. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_CNR_UPDATE_WITH_TXOFF event.error.sw  An error is occurred when CNR update with transmission turned off. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_FPGA_LOAD_ FAILURE event.error.hw  Unable to load FPGA device on the modem. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_FPGA_ RAMTEST_FAILURE event.error.hw  FPGA device on the modem failed RAM test. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_FPGA_RESET_ FAILURE event.error.hw  FPGA device on the modem cannot be reset. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_FPGA_TIMEOUT_FAILURE event.error.hw  PPI bus stopped unexpectedly If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_FPGA_TIMEOUT_WARNING event.error.hw  Timeout waiting on FPGA SPI bus. If condition persists, contact 3M support.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     125125125125     Major Major Major Major ErrorErrorErrorError     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    MDM_ICM_ERROR  event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has an error. Contact 3M support. MDM_ICM_TIMEOUT  event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has timed out. Contact 3M support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ COMB_LENGTH event.error.sw  Invalid receiver filter length is detected. Contact 3M support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ Q_CHANNEL_COEFS event.error.sw  Invalid receiver filter coefficient is detected. Contact 3M support. MDM_IPRC_CRC_ ERROR event.error. communication Modem has received communication from main processor which fails CRC check.  May see at boot up, since processors may come up (and start sending messages) at slightly different times. Contact 3M support. MDM_IPRC_ OVERFLOW event.error. communication Modem communication buffer that receives data from the main processor has overflowed and data has been lost. Contact 3M support. MDM_IPRC_TRY_ AGAIN event.error. communication Modem communication buffer that receives data from the main processor has no full message yet. Contact 3M support. MDM_L1_TX_PACKET_TIMEOUT event.error. communication Lowest level physical layer transmit process timed out. Contact 3M support. MDM_LOW_VOLTAGE_FAULT event.error. environmental Low voltage on digital portion of modem. Verify correct operational voltage is being supplied to reader. Verify power supply voltages meet 3M specifications.  If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_MINIMUM_ GAIN_LIMIT event.error.sw  Receiver gain limit is exceeded. Contact 3M support. MDM_PHY_ENCODER_TIMEOUT event.error.hw  The modem transmitter has failed to complete a transmission. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_PPI_DEVICE_ FAILURE event.error.hw  The PPI interface has generated an error. Contact 3M support. MDM_RESET_ COMPLETE_MDM_ DOWN event.error.hw  The main processor has reset the modem, but has been unable to communicate with it. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact 3M support.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      126126126126     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     Major Major Major Major ErrorErrorErrorError     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    MDM_RF_VOLTAGE_ FAULT event.error.hw  RF subsystem voltage below acceptable level. (May be seen when unit powered off.) Verify correct operational voltage is being supplied to reader.  Verify power supply voltages meet 3M specifications.  If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_RX_TRAIN_ TIMEOUT event.error.sw  The modem has exceeded the receiver training time limit. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ PROTOCOL event.error.sw  The modem detected an unsupported protocol. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ TX_INTERP_RATE event.error.sw  The modem detected an unsupported transmit interpolation rate. Contact 3M support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ TX_TEST_MODE event.error.sw  The modem detected an unsupported transmit test mode. Contact 3M support. MDM_UNKNOWN_TX_WAVEFORM_TYPE event.error.sw  The modem detected an unsupported transmit waveform. Contact 3M support. SPARSE_ARRAY_ BOUNDS_CHECK event.error.sw  Software attempted to index beyong the limits of the sparse array. Contact 3M support. SYSLOG_INVALID_ LOG_LEVEL event.error.sw  Invalid level specified in C2 command for remote syslog. Verify the correct logging level of syslog messages sent to the specified remote syslog file server. If condition persists, contact 3M support. MDM_SYNC_NO_SIGNAL_DETECTED event.error.hw  Unable to detect synchronization signal. Verify synchronization cables are appropriately connected and a device (GPS or other reader) exists which is generating a sync signal.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     127127127127     B.3. WarningsWarningsWarningsWarnings    Warnings indicate that the system has detected an abnormality. Although no action is required, the system should be monitored for further issues. WarningsWarningsWarningsWarnings     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    HEATER_ACTIVE_ OVERTEMP event.warning.hw  The measured temperature is higher than the maximum temperature when the heater is active. None required. IOP_CONFIG_FILE_ CORRUPT event.warning. file_handling During the loading of a profile or auxiliary configuration file, a file has been determined to be corrupt. None required. IOP_EVENT_ INVALID_FORMAT event.warning. communication Indicates an event with invalid format being sent to the main processing system. None required. IOP_FILE_ TRANSFER_ERROR event.warning. file_handling An attempt to move files in the main processing system has failed. None required. IOP_SOCKET_ CREATE_FAILURE event.warning. communication Indicates a failure to connect to the modem.  None required. IOP_SPI_NO_ ANSWER event.warning. communication Indicates a failure to connect to the SPI bus.  None required. IOP_TMR_NO_ MORE_TIMERS event.warning.sw  Indicates a failure to find valid timers.  None required. KERNEL_FN_ FAILURE event.warning.sw  Indicates a failure in accessing the kernel drivers. None required. LICENSE_EXPIRED  event.warning. license A temporary license has expired. The licensed feature has been disabled. None required. LICENSE_EXPIRING  event.warning. license A temporary license is near expiration. The licensed feature is still enabled. None required. LICENSE_WARNING  event.warning. license A minor problem occurred during a license import. None required. MALLOC_FAIL  event.warning.sw  Indicates a failure in allocating memory.  None required. MDM_ALL_ CHANNELS_BUSY event.warning. radio  The modem is unable to find valid channels.  None required. MDM_ CALIBRATION_RSSI_DATA_ CORRUPT event.warning.hw  Invalid RSSI calibration data found on the reader flash. None required. MDM_ CALIBRATION_RSSI_DATA_MISSING event.warning.hw  Unable to find valid RSSI (Return Signal Strength Indicator) calibration data from the reader flash. None required. MDM_LBT_ CHANNEL_IS_ OCCUPIED event.warning. radio  The selected channel is occupied.  None required. MDM_NO_ AVAILABLE_ FREQUENCIES event.warning. radio  There are no frequencies available for transmission which meet the LBT and/or minimum-off-time requirements. None required.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      128128128128     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     WarningsWarningsWarningsWarnings     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    MDM_OVER_TEMP  event.warning.hw  The measured temperature is higher than the warning threshold, but not high enough to cross fault threshold. None required. MDM_ POWERMEASURE_ CLIPPED event.warning. radio  An error is detected in the power reading process. None required. MDM_ PREDISTORTION_ DATA_MISSING event.warning.hw  Unable to find valid predistortion calibration data from the reader flash. None required. MDM_RC_NO_ AVAILABLE_ FREQUENCIES event.warning. radio  The modem is unable to find valid frequencies.  None required. MDM_REFLECTED_ POWER event.warning. antenna An antenna's return loss is lower than the warning threshold, but not low enough to cross the fault threshold. None required. MODULE_NOT_ INITIALIZED event.warning.sw  Indicates a failure in module initialization.  None required. NULL_POINTER  event.warning.sw  Indicates a failure in the pointer.  None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_FACTORY_ SET_ERROR event.warning.sw  Error detected during reset of profile to factory default when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_NETWORK_SET_ERROR event.warning.sw  Error detected during reset of network to factory setting when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ CONSOLE_SET_ ERROR event.warning.sw  Error detected during reset of serial interface to CLI when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ RAWMODE_SET_ ERROR event.warning.sw  Error detected during reset of serial interface raw mode to FALSE when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ SET_ERROR event.warning.sw  Error detected during reset of serial interface parameters when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. SPARSE_ARRAY_ NULL event.warning.sw  Indicates a non-existent sparse array.  None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ DEFAULT_INVALID event.warning.sw  Default value is invalid for the symbol.  None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ FAILED_TO_ RESTORE event.warning. configuration Indicates a failure in restoring the configurations. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ FAILED_TO_SAVE event.warning. configuration Indicates a failure to save the configurations.  None required.
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9        Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling         3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     129129129129     WarningsWarningsWarningsWarnings     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription     Corrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective ActionCorrective Action    SYMBOL_TABLE_ OVER_ REGISTRATION event.warning.sw  Indicates duplicated registrations of the symbol.  None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ WRONG_TYPE event.warning.sw  Data type is invalid for the symbol.  None required.  B.4. Informational MessagesInformational MessagesInformational MessagesInformational Messages    Informational messages describe various system events.  MessageMessageMessageMessage     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription    AUX_PROCESS_FAILURE  event.info  The main processor has detected an error in an auxiliary process. HEATER_STATUS_ACTIVE  event.info  The heater is in active state. IOP_EVENTS_DROPPED  event.info  The main processor has detected events being dropped. IOP_TAG_DB_OVERFLOW  event.info  The main processor has detected an overflow in the tag database. IOP_TMR_NO_EVENTS_ PENDING event.info  Indicates a timer signaled attention, but there were no timer events pending. IOP_TMR_NOT_ACTIVE  event.info  Indicates a timer operation is being performed on an expired timer. ITEM_NOT_FOUND  event.info  Indicates a search failure. MDM_RESET_COMPLETE  event.info  Modem reset is complete. MDM_SET_TXDAC_WHILE_ IDLECW_ON event.info  Indicates setting transmission DAC values while IDLE cw is active. MDM_TEMP_RESUME  event.info  Indicates temperature reaching resume value. NO_AVAILABLE_CONNECTIONS event.info  Indicates the maximum number of command/response or event channels have been exceeded. OUT_OF_MEMORY  event.info  Indicates the maximum number of events allowed for registration has been reached. READER_ENTER_DUTY_CYCLE  event.info  Indicates the reader entering the duty cycle. READER_INIT_SUCCESS  event.info  Indicates the reader successfully initialized. READER_RECOVERY  event.info  Indicates the reader recovery being performed.
 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9           Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B Appendix B ––––    Error HandlingError HandlingError HandlingError Handling      130130130130     3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     MessageMessageMessageMessage     EventEventEventEvent     DescriptionDescriptionDescriptionDescription    READER_RESET_BY_FP_SWITCH event.info  Indicates the reader being reset by hardware reset
 3M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 62043M Toll RFID Reader 6204    User’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s GuideUser’s Guide     131131131131     C Reader Maintenance  C.1. Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months)Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months)Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months)Visually Inspect all Readers and Antennas (6 months)    Every six (6) months, visually inspect the reader and antennas for visible damage. C.2. Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months)Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months)Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months)Inspect Reader Support Hardware (6 months)    Every six (6) months, inspect all reader mounting hardware for excessive corrosion, looseness, or damage. Inspect the mounting structure, universal mounting bracket, and U-bolts.  C.3. Inspect Power and Communication Connections Inspect Power and Communication Connections Inspect Power and Communication Connections Inspect Power and Communication Connections     (6 months)(6 months)(6 months)(6 months)    Every six (6) months, inspect all reader power and communication cable connections. Verify the voltage levels at the reader are within specification. See Chapter 8 – Specifications for detailed information. C.4. Inspect and Clean Antenna Radome (6 months)Inspect and Clean Antenna Radome (6 months)Inspect and Clean Antenna Radome (6 months)Inspect and Clean Antenna Radome (6 months)    Every six (6) months, inspect all reader antenna radomes and remove any build-up of foreign substances. . Use water and mild detergent to clean the radome if necessary. C.5. Check Reader Error Log (3 months)Check Reader Error Log (3 months)Check Reader Error Log (3 months)Check Reader Error Log (3 months)    Every three (3) months, check the reader error log. If the lane system is not constantly monitoring the reader for warning and error conditions, check the reader error log as often as necessary. Please note that all messages reported in the error log do not necessarily indicate that there is an issue with the reader.  Please refer to the Protocol Reference Guide document for additional details on error messages. C.6. Verify Antenna Mapping (as required)Verify Antenna Mapping (as required)Verify Antenna Mapping (as required)Verify Antenna Mapping (as required)    If a particular travel lane is experiencing reduced reader performance, verify the antenna mapping for that lane. Readjust antenna as required.
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