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IDentity 4100 User Guide
IDentity 4100
User Guide
V3.2(b)
April 11, 2012
© 2012 Sirit Inc., All Rights Reserved. “Sirit”, the Sirit Design, “RFID by Sirit”, the RFID by Sirit Design and “vision beyond sight” are all
trademarks of Sirit Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 7,199,713, 7,209,040, 6,346,881, and 6,617,962.
FCC Notice (4100 Reader)
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 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 FSTech-Sirit or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
The content of this manual is for information use only and is subject to change without notice. Sirit 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 Sirit.
Sirit products are not designed, intended, authorized or warranted to be suitable for life support applications or any other life critical
applications which could involve potential risk of death, personal injury, property damage, or environmental damage.
About Sirit
Sirit Technologies designs, develops, manufactures and sells Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. Targeted at a diverse set of
markets RFID technology has become a core technology for applications including: electronic toll collection, access control, cashless
payment systems, product identification, and supply chain management systems including logistics, warehousing and manufacturing, and
asset management.
Sirit Technologies - US
1321 Valwood Parkway, Suite 620
Carrollton, Texas 75006 United States
Tel: 972.243.7208
Fax: 972.243.8034
Toll Free: 1.866.338.9586
Web: www.sirit.com
Preface
Preface
Intended audience
This document is intended for professional installers setting up and installing the
IDentity 4100 reader. Before attempting to install, configure, and operate this
product, you should be familiar with the following:
Microsoft® 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 guide
The information in this guide is presented as follows:
Chapter 1 – Reader Overview – This chapter provides a brief overview of the
IDentity 4100 hardware and software.
Chapter 2 – Reader Equipment Installation – This chapter describes how to
mechanically and electrically install the reader.
Chapter 3 – Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation – This chapter
describes how to install the Microsoft Windows based RST application.
Chapter 4 – Reader Operation – This chapter describes how to initially test a reader
and how to operate deployed readers.
Chapter 5 – Reader Startup Tool (RST) – This chapter describes the RST and the
various functions you can perform with this Microsoft Windows based application.
Chapter 6 – Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) – This chapter describes
the RCT and the functions performed with this reader application.
Chapter 7 – Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs – This chapter describes how to
setup the reader’s digital inputs and outputs.
Chapter 8 – Specifications – This chapter detailed mechanical, electrical, and
environmental specifications for the IDentity 4100.
Chapter 9 – Safety Instructions – This chapter provides important safety
information about the IDentity 4100. All users must read this section before
installing or operating this reader.
Appendix A – Using the Wiegand Interface – This appendix provides instruction for
installing and configuring the Wiegand Interface Module.
Appendix B – AVI Lane Mapper – This appendix provides instruction for using the
AVI Lane Mapper application to characterize a toll lane.
Appendix C – Disposal of the IDentity 4100 Reader – This appendix provides
instruction for removing the battery and disposing of the reader.
Appendix D – Reader Maintenance – This appendix provides instruction for
performing any reader maintenance activities.
Appendix E – Error Handling – This appendix lists IDentity 5100 errors and
warnings. Corrective actions are provided where applicable.
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What’s New in this Version
Version 3.2 updates the Reader Setup Wizard, Reader Startup Tool, Reader
Test Tool, Reader Diagnostic Tool, and the Reader Configuration Tool. An
Error handling appendix has also been added and the Wiegand Module
information has been updated.
Conventions 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
NOTES
Important information
and other tips are
presented in light
blue boxes to the left
of the applicable
section.
(values) in italics indicate user defined variables.
 indicates a variable number used in a function that can apply to
several different devices such as antennas or I/O ports.
WARNING: Warnings advise the reader that a hazardous condition can be created by a
particular action that can cause bodily injury or extreme damage to equipment
ATTENTION: This warning indicates that the device is susceptible to Electro Static
Discharge and appropriate precautions must be taken to avoid
equipment damage.
Caution:
ii
Cautions advise 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.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Reader Overview ......................................................................................................................1
Reader Hardware...................................................................................................................................1
Reader Software ....................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 - Reader Equipment Installation ..............................................................................................3
Mechanical Installation .........................................................................................................................3
Mounting the Reader .........................................................................................................................3
Electrical Installation.............................................................................................................................5
Connecting the Serial Port.................................................................................................................6
Connecting the Wiegand Interface Module.......................................................................................6
Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port .................................................................................6
Connecting the External Antenna .....................................................................................................7
Connecting Digital Inputs/Outputs....................................................................................................7
Connecting the Power .......................................................................................................................8
Chapter 3 - Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation ................................................................9
Installing RST Software ........................................................................................................................9
Windows 7 Setup ................................................................................................................................11
Reader Startup .....................................................................................................................................12
Initial Reader Setup.............................................................................................................................13
Converting Translation Tables for use with IDentity 4100.................................................................16
Chapter 4 - Reader Operation.................................................................................................................. 17
Basic Operation with RST...................................................................................................................17
Deployed Reader Operation with RCT ...............................................................................................19
Chapter 5 - Reader Startup Tool (RST) ................................................................................................... 21
View Readers on the Network ............................................................................................................21
Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard ...........................................................................................22
Customize Discovery Options.............................................................................................................23
View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings.................................................................................24
Reader Test Tool (RTT) ......................................................................................................................25
General Page ...................................................................................................................................25
RTT - Tag Performance Page..........................................................................................................29
RTT - Tag Management Page .........................................................................................................31
RTT - Macros Page .........................................................................................................................32
RTT - Event Handling Page ............................................................................................................34
RTT - Antenna Settings Page..........................................................................................................35
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Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT) .........................................................................................................36
Channel Statistics ............................................................................................................................36
RDT - Alarms..................................................................................................................................37
RDT - Tag Report ...........................................................................................................................38
RDT - Spectrum Analyzer ..............................................................................................................39
Power Ramp Tool ...........................................................................................................................40
AVI Lane Mapper ...............................................................................................................................41
Chapter 6 - Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) .................................................................... 42
Basic Configuration ............................................................................................................................43
Configuration Page Header .............................................................................................................43
Manage Profiles ..............................................................................................................................44
Set Tag Protocol..............................................................................................................................46
Setup Ethernet/LAN........................................................................................................................47
Setup Serial Port..............................................................................................................................48
Setup Digital Accessories ...............................................................................................................49
Setup Antenna/Cables .....................................................................................................................50
Set Regulatory Mode (Region) .......................................................................................................50
Set Regulatory Mode (Region) .......................................................................................................51
Setup Summary ...............................................................................................................................51
Advanced Functions............................................................................................................................52
Firmware Management ...................................................................................................................52
Import/Export Configuration ..........................................................................................................53
Command Line................................................................................................................................56
Expert Configuration...........................................................................................................................57
Expert Configuration – Setup .........................................................................................................57
Expert Configuration – Tag ............................................................................................................58
Expert Configuration – Version ......................................................................................................59
Expert Configuration – Information ...............................................................................................59
Expert Configuration – Communication.........................................................................................60
Expert Configuration – Antennas....................................................................................................61
Expert Configuration – Digital I/O .................................................................................................62
Expert Configuration – Modem ......................................................................................................63
User Application Management ...........................................................................................................64
Change Operating Mode .....................................................................................................................65
View Tags ...........................................................................................................................................66
Check Reader Status ...........................................................................................................................67
Review Logs .......................................................................................................................................69
Wiegand Translation Table .................................................................................................................70
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Chapter 7 - Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs ............................................................................. 71
Digital Inputs.......................................................................................................................................71
Digital Outputs ....................................................................................................................................71
Digital I/O Monitoring and Control Scripts ........................................................................................71
scan_trigger.py ................................................................................................................................72
scan_trigger_timer.py......................................................................................................................72
standalone_acs.py............................................................................................................................73
signal_read.py .................................................................................................................................73
signal_read_crc_error.py.................................................................................................................74
rf_mon.py ........................................................................................................................................74
Digital Input Alarm Generation ..........................................................................................................75
Digital I/O Hardware Connection .......................................................................................................76
Chapter 8 - Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 77
Reader Specifications (General)..........................................................................................................77
Reader Ordering Information ..............................................................................................................77
Reader Specifications – FCC Part 15, Industry Canada RSS 210 (Model ID4100-001)...................77
Reader Specifications – FCC Part 90, Industry Canada RSS 137 (Model ID4100-90).....................78
Reader Specifications – ETSI (ID4100-001-ETSI and -002-ETSI)....................................................78
Environmental Specifications .............................................................................................................79
Power Supply Specifications...............................................................................................................79
RS-232 Specifications .........................................................................................................................79
Ethernet LAN Specifications ..............................................................................................................80
Antenna Cable Specifications .............................................................................................................80
Internal Antenna Specifications (FCC) ...............................................................................................80
Internal Antenna Specifications (ETSI) ..............................................................................................81
Battery Specifications (Optional)........................................................................................................81
External Antenna Specifications (FCC) ..............................................................................................82
External Antenna Specifications (ETSI) .............................................................................................83
Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout.......................................................................................85
Chapter 9 - Safety and Regulatory Information.................................................................................... 87
Power Disconnect Device ...................................................................................................................87
FCC Notice (IDentity 4100)................................................................................................................87
FCC Notice (Wiegand Interface Module) ...........................................................................................87
RF Safety.............................................................................................................................................88
Electrostatic Discharge........................................................................................................................88
Regulatory Compliance.......................................................................................................................88
Power/Data Cable Size........................................................................................................................88
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Using the Wiegand Interface ........................................................................................................... 89
A.1.
Overview .................................................................................................................................89
A.2.
Wiegand Protocol....................................................................................................................89
A.3.
Wiegand Applications.............................................................................................................90
A.4.
Mechanical Installation ...........................................................................................................91
A.5.
Electrical Installation ..............................................................................................................92
Connect the Serial Port ...................................................................................................................93
Connect the Wiegand Outputs ........................................................................................................94
Connect the 24V Power ..................................................................................................................94
Initial Testing ..................................................................................................................................94
A.6.
Disconnecting the Wiegand Interface Module........................................................................95
A.7.
Using RCT to Configure the Wiegand Interface Module .......................................................96
A.8.
Converting Translation Tables for use with IDentity 4100 ....................................................99
A.9.
Importing/Exporting a Translation Table .............................................................................100
A.10. Programming the Wiegand Interface ....................................................................................101
A.11. Programming the Translation Table......................................................................................109
Translation Table Format..............................................................................................................109
Typical Handler values .................................................................................................................110
Example Table Entry ....................................................................................................................110
A.12. Interaction between Translation Table and Wiegand-Encoded Tags ...................................111
A.13. Transaction Log ....................................................................................................................112
A.14. Module Specifications...........................................................................................................113
AVI Lane Mapper ............................................................................................................................. 114
B.1.
Overview of the AVI Lane Mapper ......................................................................................114
Prompt Monitoring Session ..........................................................................................................115
Automatic Monitoring Session .....................................................................................................116
User Select Monitoring Session ....................................................................................................116
B.2.
AVI Lane Mapper Operation ................................................................................................118
Start a Monitoring Session ............................................................................................................118
Stop a Monitoring Session ............................................................................................................120
Restart Monitoring Session ...........................................................................................................120
Clear Session Data ........................................................................................................................121
Rerun Polling Interval (Method 1)................................................................................................121
Rerun Polling Interval (Method 2)................................................................................................122
Changing the data displayed in a grid square................................................................................122
View the Reader’s Configuration..................................................................................................122
Displaying the data from a given grid square ...............................................................................123
Options ..........................................................................................................................................124
Disposal of the IDentity 4100 Reader ......................................................................................... 126
D Reader Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 128
D.1.
Antenna Radome Maintenance .............................................................................................128
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Error Handling .................................................................................................................................. 129
E.1.
Critical Errors ........................................................................................................................129
E.2.
Major Errors ..........................................................................................................................130
E.3.
Warnings ...............................................................................................................................134
E.4.
Informational Messages ........................................................................................................136
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Reader Overview
Reader Overview
Reader Hardware
The IDentity 4100 is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) System that operates in the 860 – 960 MHz UHF band.
The IDentity 4100 is an integrated high performance, multi-protocol, multiregional Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Reader 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 in the 902-928
MHz ISM band or ETSI 865-870 MHz).
Figure 1
IDentity 4100 UHF Reader with Universal Mount
As shown in the following figure, the IDentity 4100 reader contains one
integrated antenna and supports one additional Tx/Rx antenna. The reader
is equipped with both RS-232 serial and Ethernet interfaces.
Figure 2
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Reader Software
The IDentity 4100 is shipped with two software applications that you can
use to configure and control the reader.
Reader 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, perform
diagnostics, and upload new software. 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 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.
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Reader Equipment Installation
Reader Equipment Installation
Mechanical Installation
Mounting the Reader
The IDentity 4100 is available with a universal mount suitable for most
applications. Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum
static load of 15.0 pounds (6.8 kg) plus any additional live load due to
environmental conditions.
Installation Notice
Installation of the
IDentity 4100 is only to
be performed by
trained, Sirit approved
personnel.
Figure 3
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Reader Equipment Installation
To mount the IDentity 4100 reader assembly, refer to Figure 3 and perform
the following:
Locate the Universal Mounting Bracket assembly and the Sun Shield.
Disassemble the Universal Mounting bracket. Retain all hardware.
Locate the Interface Cable.
Snake the bulkhead connector end of the Interface Cable through the
Universal Mounting Bracket and then through the Sun Shield.
Connect the cable to the reader’s bulkhead connector and twist to lock
in place.
For outside applications, install the Sun Shield on the four ¼”-20 studs
located on the rear of the reader. The Sun Shield will be spaced off the
rear approximately 1/2” to allow for air flow.
Install the Universal Mounting Bracket on the four ¼”-20 studs.
Secure the Universal Mounting Bracket and Sun Shield to the reader
with the four ¼”-20 nuts, lock washers, and flat washers.
Install the Pole Mount Bracket to the Mounting Pole using the two UBolts, four Keps Nuts, and four Flat Washers.
10 Adjust the Pole Mount to the proper height and tighten the hardware.
11 Assemble the Universal Mounting Bracket/reader assembly to the Pole
Mount.
12 Adjust the angle of the reader and tighten the hardware.
WARNING: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement. The antennas used for this transmitter
must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 meter from all
persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
ETSI Radiation Exposure Statement. The antennas used for this transmitter
must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 25 cm from all
persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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Electrical Installation
A general installation diagram is shown in the following figure. Refer to
Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information.
Installation Notice
Installation of the
IDentity 4100 is only
to be performed by
trained, Sirit
approved personnel.
Figure 4
Caution:
IDentity 4100 Electrical Connections
The IDentity 4100 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those
jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Sirit Technologies for compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
ATTENTION IDentity 4100 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 IDentity 4100 reader antenna or communication ports.
Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are
subjected to ESD.
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Connecting the Serial Port
The IDentity 4100 RS-232 serial port provides communication up to
115200 Baud. This port is accessed through the bulkhead connector
located on the rear of 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.
Connecting the Wiegand Interface Module
Refer to Appendix A for information on connecting and configuring the
Wiegand Interface Module.
Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port
Ethernet Cables
In most cases, you
will connect the
IDentity 4100 to a
network hub or
router. However, if
you are connecting
directly to a PC or
other computer,
you will need a
Crossover Cable
that swaps the Tx
and Rx signals.
The IDentity 4100 Ethernet port is accessed through the bulkhead
connector located on the rear of the reader. 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. If you are connecting the
reader directly to a PC, you must use a crossover cable. See Note to the left.
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.
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Connecting the External Antenna
The IDentity 4100 supports one auxiliary external Tx/Rx antenna. The
maximum antenna cable length is 10 meters for models ID4100-001.
Connect the antenna to the antenna port located on the bottom of the
reader.
Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information regarding the
external antenna and antenna cable.
Caution:
The IDentity 4100 is equipped with one (1) auxiliary RF port which is inactive
when shipped from the factory. If activated, this RF port must be properly
terminated with a 50 ohm load or a functional UHF antenna before power up.
Always power down the reader before removing an antenna or load from an RF
port.
The maximum antenna cable length is 10 meters for models ID4100-001.
ATTENTION The IDentity 4100 antenna port 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 IDentity 4100 reader antenna or
communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or
communication ports are subjected to ESD.
Connecting Digital Inputs/Outputs
The IDentity 4100 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 gates or other access control
devices.
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Connecting the Power
The IDentity 4100 operates on 24 VDC provided through the bulkhead
connector on the rear of the reader. Connect the power supply to the reader
and connect the power supply to your 100–240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power
source. Allow 30 seconds for the reader to initialize.
Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead
connector.
Two power cables rated for usage at 24V are available for the IDentity
4100:
h PN S3114-019 – IDMaX-ID5100 20' Cable with RJ-45 Connector
h PN S3114-011 – IDMAX-ID5100 7' Cable with RJ-45 Connector
Caution:
The Sirit supplied power/data cable is only to be used with the Sirit 24 VDC power
supply. Use of these cables with power supplies providing lesser voltages may
result in cable and/or reader damage.
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RST Software Installation
Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation
Installing RST Software
The IDentity 4100 is delivered with a Microsoft Windows based 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 two setup files: setup.exe and
IDentity_4100_RSTInstaller.msi. The first file, setup.exe, will fully check
your system configuration and load all required software including Microsoft .Net 2.0. If
you only want the RST application, use the IDentity_4100_RSTInstaller.msi
installation file. Note, however, the installation may abort if the required files are not
found on your system.
Install RST
2 Press Next>
To install RST, load your product CD and double-click the setup.exe
or IDentity_4100_RSTInstaller.msi file:
Read the License Agreement. Select
I Agree and press Next>
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Select if you want to install RST, the
RAPID SDK, or both.
5 Press Next>.
RST Software Installation
5 Verify the path and folder where RST will
be installed. Press Next>.
After the installation completes, press
Close.
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RST Software Installation
Windows 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 Firewall
Log into your computer as Administrator.
3 Navigate to the Control Panel and select
Control Panel → System and Security.
4 Select Allow a program through Windows firewall.
5 Scroll down the list and locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK.
6 If Startup Tool is not in the list, press Allow another program.
7 Locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK.
8 Restart RST and it should discover readers.
For Third-Party Firewalls
9 Log into your computer as Administrator.
10 Set your firewall to allow RST to receive UDP traffic on port 50000 and
50001.
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RST Software Installation
Reader Startup
To begin using your reader, open the RST application.
Open RST
From your Windows desktop, select:
Start→Programs→Sirit→IDentity 4100→Reader Startup Tool (RST)
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.
If the warning window is hidden under the RST windows, collapse the
RST window.
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.
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Press Unblock.
Press Refresh on the RST
The RST main page will display any readers currently connected to the
network.
Initial Reader Setup
To configure a specific reader, perform the following:
Reader Setup
Select the reader on the main RST page by clicking the button to the
left of the reader Mac address.
2 Press the
button on the RST tool bar or select Setup
Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu.
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The IDentity 4100 Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed.
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Press Next>
Readers leave the factory with a default login level set to admin. If
your reader has a default login level set to guest, you will see the
following screen. Enter the Login (admin) and Password. If this is the
first time configuring your reader, enter: readeradmin.
After entering your Login and Password, press Next>.
Select your Region and Sub Region and press Next>.
Login 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.
Region 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.
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Protocols
Only those protocols
enabled in the reader
will be active on the
Protocol Selection
page.
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Select the protocols to read and press Next>.
Select the antennas you will be using and press Next>.
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Save 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
loose the information
if the reader is
rebooted.
Refer to the Manage
Profiles section in
Chapter 6 –
Embedded Reader
Configuration Tool.
10 It is 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. See Manage Profiles in
Chapter 6.
Converting Translation Tables for use with IDentity 4100
If you have translation tables, such as those developed for IDentity MaX
readers, these tables can be converted for use with the IDentity 4100 and
Wiegand Interface Module. Refer to Appendix A for instructions on
converting these translation tables.
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Reader Operation
Reader Operation
Basic Operation with RST
The IDentity 4100 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 RST
From your Windows desktop, select:
Start→Programs→Sirit→IDentity4100→Reader Startup Tool (RST)
Customize the display
Customize your RST
display by clicking
and dragging the
columns. You can
also sort by column.
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Select a specific reader and press Test.
The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is displayed.
Login to the reader as administrator. From the pull-down menu, select:
Reader
→
Login
The login is admin and the initial password (Pwd) is readeradmin.
See the Advanced Setup section for details on changing the password.
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Verify the Operating Mode is set to Active Mode. Select:
Operating Mode → Active
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Select the Tag Performance tab and press Start.
Place your tags in front of the antenna and verify the tags are read and
displayed as shown in the following figure.
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Deployed Reader Operation with 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:
11 Enter the reader’s IP address into your Web browser or press the
button on the main RST page.
12 The reader’s RCT interface is displayed.
13 Log into the reader. Press Login for the login screen.
14 The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as
admin and enter readeradmin as the password.
15 Press Submit.
16 Select Basic Configuration →Setup Antenna/Cables to configure the
antennas, gain, and power settings.
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17 Select Advanced Functions →Change Operating Mode to verify the
reader is in the proper mode.
18 Select Basic Configuration →Set Tag Protocol to verify the reader is
configured for the proper tag protocol.
19 Press System Status →View Tags to view tag data.
20 Press Start.
21 If you need to configure your reader, refer to Chapter 7 – Reader
Configuration Tool for information on using RCT to adjust configuration
variables and parameters.
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Reader Startup Tool (RST)
The Reader Startup Tool (RST) provides an easy-to-use interface for the
IDentity 4100 configuration and operation functions. This Microsoft
Windows based application allows you to perform the following:
View all readers on the network
Launch the Reader Setup Wizard to initially 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
Launch Reader Configuration Tool to perform detailed reader
configuration
View Readers on the Network
When RST starts up, all readers currently connected to the network and
powered up are displayed.
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Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard
The Reader Setup Wizard is used to initially configure your reader for
operation. With this application, you can select the following:
h Regulatory region (fixed at factory) and sub-region
h Preferred Frequency (depending on regulatory settings)
h Number of antennas
To initially configure your reader perform the following:
22 From the RST main page, press the
Wizard is launched as shown.
button. The Setup
23 Refer to Chapter 2 – Reader Configuration for detailed instructions on
using the Reader Setup Wizard.
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Customize Discovery Options
You can customize the reader discovery options including the Listen
Address and Request Multicast Address.
h Listen Address – Address that RMT uses to listen for UDP discovery
packets from the reader. With Version 2.0 this is customizable on the
reader.
h Request Multicast Address –Address used by RMT to send out the UDP
update request packets. With 2.0 this is now 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.
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On the RST tool bar select Options from the Discovery pull-down
menu.
Select either IP version 4 or IP version 6.
Enter the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address as required.
Select whether you require a secure connection for the Test, Configure,
and Diagnostic Tools.
Press Apply.
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View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings
The Network Settings dialog allows you to change the IP Address, Subnet,
and Default Gateway of your reader. For readers with firmware version 2.0
or later, a password is required to make any changes.
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From the RST main page, press the
Verify the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway are correct.
If Enable DHCP is selected these fields will be locked.
If changes are required, enter your Login and Password (V2.0 and
later).
Change the values and press Apply.
button.
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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
h 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.
General 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.
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Login to Reader
To login to the reader, perform the following:
From the pull-down menu, select Reader→Login….
Select the type of Login from the pull down. The default login is guest.
If you need administrator privileges, login as admin.
Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin if you logged in as admin.
Press OK.
Select Operating Mode
From the pull-down menu, select Operating Mode→
or, press the Operating Mode select button on the left side of the tool bar.
h Active – Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and
automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event
notification on the event channel.
h 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.
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Select Protocol
NOTE
Certain protocols
require licensing and
may not be available.
Contact Sirit for more
information.
You can activate one or more protocols on the IDentity 4100 using RST.
From the pull-down menu, select Protocols→. Active protocols
are indicated by .
Antenna Selection
You can select the ports that have antennas connected and which antennas
are active. Perform the following:
10 From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→. Active antennas
are indicated by .
11 You can also select the order in which antennas are activated. From the
pull-down menu, select Antennas→Mux sequence....
12 Enter the antenna numbers in the order to be activated.
13 Press OK.
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Set Reader Options
You can setup other reader options including help type macro highlighting.
From the pull-down menu, select Edit→Options.
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RTT - Tag Performance Page
The Tag Performance page is used to test the reader performance. This
page is useful for range (distance) testing and to verify the RF field size.
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 poll time.
Output statistics are read-only and include: Total Unique Tags, Tag Read
Count, Cumulative Rate, Current Rate.
Detailed descriptions of the various Tag Performance fields and functions
are provided in the following sections.
Tag and reader performance data is provided in the Performance
Information and Tag Acquisition Analysis blocks.
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Performance 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 Query Controls
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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference
Guide for more information on the tag database.
Tag 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 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 Statistics
Select the reader and then select Edit→Purge and Clear Statistics.
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RTT - Tag Management Page
The Tag Management page is used for reading individual fields on a single
tag. The Read button will cause the reader to singulate and read a tag in the
selected antennas' RF field. You can also write the Access Password, User
Data, and Tag ID. Specific fields you can read and write include:
Kill Code
Access Code
Tag ID
TID
User Data
Clear Read and Write Fields
To clear the Read or Write fields, select Edit→Clear….
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RTT - Macros Page
The Macros page allows the reader to manage macro files. The macros are
provided by Sirit 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 in the Macro
Variables dialog box. Macros can be edited with any text editor including
Windows Notepad.
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Macro Input sub-window
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 sub-window
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 Variables Dialog 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 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)
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RTT - Event Handling Page
The Event Handling page allows you to register for Reader Events. After
registration, events will be displayed as they occur in the window. Individual
events or a group of events can be registered. Events are displayed with the
newest event on the bottom and scrolled up as new events are added to the
window. The least recent event will scroll to the top of the window.
For detailed information on individual events, refer to Chapter 18 – Events
Namespace of the IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
Registering for an individual 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 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.
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RTT - Antenna 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.
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Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)
The Reader Diagnostic Tool (RDT) is to be used by Sirit 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.
Channel Statistics
The Channel Stats page shows details of channel changes. This page is
typically used to observe regional behavior.
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RDT - Alarms
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
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RDT - Tag 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.
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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.
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RDT - Spectrum 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.
Set the Center Frequency and Span fields to view the desired range of
frequencies. The Spectrum Analyzer settings are saved and are recalled
when RDT is restarted the next time.
Caution:
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Power 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:
h Increment Rate (ms) – Time tool stays at a particular power level
before incrementing to the next power level.
h Initial Attenuation Level (dBm) – Starting attenuation level.
h Attenuation Decrement (dBm) – Step-size for attenuation
decrement.
h Antennas section allows you to select which antenna(s) to test with.
h Filter section allows you to apply a filter to only look for a particular tag.
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AVI Lane Mapper
The AVI Lane Mapper application determines the tag read rate and the
signal strength of tags in toll lane antenna field. This helps identify weak
and strong areas within the antenna field.
Please refer to Appendix A for information on using the AVI Lane Mapper
application.
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Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)
The Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) allows you to access your
reader across a LAN or WAN 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
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Basic 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/cables
Set regulatory modes
View setup summary
Configuration 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.
Login
The reader’s default user level is guest. However, a user can login as
admin. If not logged in as admin, the default level is always guest.
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.
Logout
After logging in as admin, the Logout button logs you out of the reader.
Logging out automatically sets the login level to guest.
Profile
Profile is the currently active profile in the reader. Refer to the Manage
Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles.
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Save
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 Profiles
This link allows you to list, save, and delete profiles. Refer to the Manage
Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles.
Manage 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol
Reference Guide.
The Manage Profiles page provides a list of all profiles stored in the reader.
Save a Profile
Profile Names
The profile name
factory is reserved
and cannot be used.
This profile is a read
only profile.
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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.
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Activate a Profile
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 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 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:
h Stop All Embedded Applications – This option terminates any
embedded applications currently running on the reader.
h Reset Serial Port – This option resets the serial port configuration to
the factory default settings.
h Reset Network Interface Configuration – This option resets the network
configuration to factory defaults.
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Set 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. Currently, the reader can operate
with either ISO18000-6C (ISOC), ISO18000-6B (ISOB), SuperTag,
ISO10374, EASALARM, Flex, ISOB_80K, or any combination.
Protocol Licenses
Some protocols
requirespecific licenses
or are only available with
certain reader
configurations. Contact
Sirit Customer Service
for more information
Select the check box for the protocol(s) to enable and then press Enable
Selected Protocols to activate the protocol.
To configure protocol level parameters, select the protocol button
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 IDentity 4100 Protocol
Reference Guide. Parameter descriptions are provided in the
modem.protocol.isoc.control and
modem.protocol.isoc.physical configuration variable sections.
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Setup Ethernet/LAN
The Setup Ethernet/LAN page allows you to configure the network interface
of the reader.
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.
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General Settings allow you to specify the host and domain name of the
reader. The Command and Event Ports are also shown and are read-only.
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.
Setup 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.
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Setup Digital Accessories
The Setup Digital Accessories function allows you to configure the Digital
Inputs and Outputs on the reader.
Digital 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 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide for more information
on configuring the digital inputs and outputs.
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Setup Antenna/Cables
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 Antenna Configuration in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of
the IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
Enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the
Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration.
Antenna Gain
Antenna gain may
differ, depending
on the specific
regulatory region.
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Antenna Setup
The reader is
configured at the
factory to operate
with specific
antennas.
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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.
Region 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.
For detailed information on each of these parameters, refer to the
IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide. Descriptions are provided in the
setup.region and setup.sub_region configuration variable
sections.
Setup Summary
This page allows you to quickly setup the basic operational parameters of
the reader.
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Advanced Functions
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
Firmware Management
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 can not rollback
the Wiegand firmware)
Enter the name of the Sirit 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.
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Import/Export Configuration
This page allows you to transfer reader configurations, license files, security
keys, and Wiegand translation tables to or from your host computer. This is
useful for configuring a reader to a known state.
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Import Configuration to 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 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.
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Import 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 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 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 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 Table
This function is used to export a Wiegand translation table from the reader.
The file extension will default to .csv.
Import Application Package
This function is used to import a set of user applications, along with each
application's arguments and autostart status.
Export Application Package
This function is used to export the user applications, along with each
application's arguments and autostart status.
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Command 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
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Expert Configuration
The Expert Configuration functions allow you to configure low-level functions
within the reader. These functions should only be accessed by expert users.
Expert configurations include:
Setup
Tag
Version
Information
Communication
Antennas
Digital I/O
Modem
Expert Configuration – Setup
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.
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Expert Configuration – Tag
This page allows you to configure how the reader reports tags.
The IDentity 4100 supports the ability to filter tags. Filtering tags means to
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:
h name – Name given to the tag filter
h pattern – Pattern (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter
h enabled – Enables or disables the filter.
h inclusive – Indicates to either include tags that match (Inclusive) or
include tags that do not match (Exclusive) the tag filter.
h mask – Mask (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter.
The following figure shows only a small sample of the available tag
configuration variables.
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Expert Configuration – Version
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 Sirit for technical support.
Expert Configuration – Information
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.
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Expert Configuration – Communication
This page allows you to customize the reader’s communication parameters.
Refer to the Setup Ethernet/LAN and Setup Serial Port sections for
additional information.
The following figure shows only a small sample of the available reader
communication variables.
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Expert Configuration – Antennas
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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide.
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Expert Configuration – Digital 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 IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference
Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
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Expert Configuration – Modem
This page allows you to set the reader’s modem control variables. These
variables control functions such as EPC link, modulation depth, return link
frequency, and others. Refer to the IDentity 4100 Protocol Reference Guide
for detailed information on each of these variables.
The following figure shows only a small sample of the available modem
configuration variables.
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User Application 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 scripts to
the reader.
h Running 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.
h Application Transfer – This function allows you to load custom user
applications onto the reader.
h Applications 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.
h Start Applications – This function allows you to start Python and Java
applications.
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Change Operating Mode
This page allows you to configure the operational mode of the reader.
The reader supports the following operational modes:
h Active Mode - Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and
automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event
notification on the event channel.
h Stand By Mode - 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.
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View 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 (Active or Stand By).
Press Start to begin displaying the tag database. This page is automatically
refreshed every five seconds. Press Get Once to update the database one
time (refresh is off). Press Purge to purge all tags from the database.
Clicking on any of the column headers will sort the tag database display by
that parameter.
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Check Reader Status
This page allows you to view the reader status. This information can be
used by Sirit Technical Support to verify reader operation.
In addition, you can also view the status of the following:
h Services such as discovery, sshd, and console.
h Licensed Features such as Antenna Crossing, Stray Tag Elimination, and
tag Phase Reporting
h Components such as the Wiegand Interface Module.
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Review Logs
This page allows you to view the reader logs. These logs can be used by Sirit
Technical Support to verify reader operation. The reader logs include:
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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
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Wiegand 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.
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Configuring Digital I/O
Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs
Digital input and output signals are provided via the bulkhead connector.
Refer to Chapter 8 – Specifications for the connector pin out. Refer to
Figure 5 for in this chapter for an example input/output circuit.
This chapter describes how to configure the digital inputs and outputs.
Digital 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.
Digital 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 ≤ 1 W.
Digital I/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 IDentity 4100
Protocol Reference Guide.
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scan_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 polled.
Inputs:  – (optional) Input pin number (1–4). Default is digital in 1.
 –(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
scan_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 polled. 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:  – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1.

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