AeroScout BS2040-1 EXCITER User Manual EX3100

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AeroScout Exciter
EX3100
User Manuel
901 Mariner's Island Blvd.
Suite 725
San Mateo, CA 94404
Tel: 650-571-0800
Fax: 650-571-6660
www.aeroscout.com
EX3100-UM-160106-01
Disclaimer
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This document is confidential and proprietary to AeroScout Inc. and is not to be
distributed to any persons other than licensed AeroScout Visibility System users or other
persons appointed in writing by AeroScout Inc.
Trademark Acknowledgements
AeroScout™ is a registered trademark of AeroScout Inc. Other brand products and service
names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright 2004-2006 AeroScout Inc. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents | 3
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................................5
Application and Industry Examples ...................................................................6
Features ............................................................................................................6
EX3100 Exciter Hardware .................................................................................7
LED Indications .......................................................................................................... 7
Connectors Panel ....................................................................................................... 8
Power Supply Options ................................................................................................ 9
Chaining Exciters.............................................................................................10
Mounting the Exciter........................................................................................10
Exciter Specifications ......................................................................................11
Introduction | 5
Introduction
The AeroScout EX3100 Exciter is a component of the AeroScout suite of
enterprise visibility solutions that enables location-based applications. The
EX3100 Exciter extends the AeroScout suite to provide robust and
sophisticated RFID detection capabilities, using the same AeroScout tags that
can also be accurately located in real time by the AeroScout system.
The EX3100 Exciter triggers AeroScout’s T2 tags in range, and those transmit a
message to AeroScout Location Receivers or compatible Access Points. This
provides instant acknowledgment that a tagged asset was present in a welldefined area. The detection and programming capabilities of the Exciter,
combined with the location features of the AeroScout Visibility System, make
the AeroScout suite the most sophisticated enterprise visibility solution for a
wide variety of industries.
The EX3100 Exciter can be utilized in one of the following ways:
1. Standalone: The EX3100 Exciter can trigger Tags located within a
spherical area around it.
2. Chained: Several EX3100 Exciters can be used to cover a larger area and
to operate as a single entity.
6 | Application and Industry Examples
Application and Industry Examples
High value asset tracking
Health care facilities and general enterprises can tag valuable assets that are
intended to stay within a certain area. The AeroScout system can track the
location of those assets, and if they leave through an exit or enter a restricted
area, the Exciter EX3100 triggers a tag message.
Process control
Manufacturing and supply chain facilities can track the location and presence of
equipment and in-process inventory as it moves through the production
process. This gives an enterprise a real-time view of which (and how many)
assets have passed each step in the process, enabling better supply chain
management.
Inventory management
Logistics and manufacturing enterprises can automatically update inventory
records as inventory enters and leaves the warehouse, ensuring real-time
knowledge of levels without manual checks or physical scanning.
Reduced searching time
Exciters can identify an individual asset among many similar assets, such as WIP
items on a shelf in manufacturing, or multiple beds in a hospital room. The
person initiating the search will not only know the location of the asset, but can
also make the Tag physically identify itself through a blinking light.
Security applications
Government agencies and enterprises can tag secure assets and people that are
restricted to certain areas or require historical location tracking. If those assets
leave through an exit or enter a restricted area, EX3100 Exciter triggers a tag
message.
Features
RFID detection of AeroScout T2 Tags
Triggering the tags to transmit as they pass through a defined area, EX3100
Exciters reach up to a 3m (10 ft) range. Exciters can also be chained one to
another, thus increasing the RFID detection range for accommodating even very
large areas.
Configurability
The EX3100 Exciter Manager is a Windows application designed to configure
the EX3100 Exciter.
EX3100 Exciter Hardware | 7
EX3100 Exciter Hardware
The AeroScout Exciter includes:
•
Two RJ-45 interfaces
•
Power Connector
•
Bi-color Led indicator
Figure 1. AeroScout EX3100 Exciter
LED Indications
The front panel of the EX3100 Exciter includes a single LED. This LED has 3
indications:
•
Green constant – Indicates that the Exciter is powered but currently not
transmitting.
•
Green blinking – Indicates that the Exciter is powered and currently
transmitting.
•
Orange – Indicates hardware failure.
8 | EX3100 Exciter Hardware
Connectors Panel
Figure 4 describes the EX3100 Exciter connectors panel (bottom panel).
Figure 2. AeroScout EX3100 Exciter Connectors Panel
1. Chain In / RS232 Connection – RJ-45 interface. This connector is used
both for configuring the Exciter and for chaining it to another Exciter. When
used in a chain, this connector is used for both power and data. In addition, this
connector serves configuration purposes and may be used to power the Exciter
using a USB-to-serial adapter (ADP-050).
2. Chain OUT – RJ-45 connector. This connector is used for distributing
power, serial interface and data to chained Exciters.
Power Input
The EX3100 Exciter may receive its power from a connector located on the
side. The input is 5VDC or 12VDC.
EX3100 Exciter Hardware | 9
Power Supply Options
The various power supply options for powering up the EX3100 Exciter are
described below.
Power Supply through the Chain
An Exciter chained to another Exciter receives its power from its predecessor in
the chain and does not need external power supply.
110VAC/220VAC to 5VDC
These adaptors convert 110/220VAC inputs to 5VDC
12VDC supply
10 | Chaining Exciters
Chaining Exciters
When an Exciter solution needs to be applied at a point where the required
coverage is more than a single EX3100 Exciter can actually cover, you can chain
several Exciters to each other, thus extending the coverage area..
Mounting the Exciter
The exciter can be mounted on a wall or a doorpost. The exciter enclosure has
two screws holes for mounting the exciter to a wall. Using two #8 x 1 inch
(2.54mm) screws and two wall anchors (not provided).
The exciter can also be installed using two plastic or nylon restraints in order to
attach the exciter enclosure to any surface.
Exciter Specifications | 11
Exciter Specifications
Figure 5. EX3100 Exciter Size
Range
•
Adjustable range up to 3 m (10 feet) @12VDC
•
Supports AeroScout T2 Tags
Physical and Mechanical
•
Dimensions:
o Millimeters: 98 x 53 x 23
o Inches: 3.9 x 2.1 x 0.9
•
Weight: 61.5g (2.15 oz)
•
Housing: ABS, Indoor use only
Power
•
Input voltage: 5VDC or 12VDC
•
Maximum power consumption: 600mW @5VDC / 4W @ 12VDC
12 | Exciter Specifications
Environmental Specifications
•
Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
•
Humidity: 0 to 95%, non-condensing
LF Channel
•
125kHz
•
Field intensity limits: 22.9dBµA/m at 10m (ETSI)
•
Propagation limits: 15.3dBµV/m at 300m (FCC)
•
Modulation: ASK
Exciter Specifications | 13
Safety and Warnings
FCC STATEMENT
This equipment 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:
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
a) This device may not cause harmful interference
b) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
FCC Warning
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority to
operate the equipment under FCC Rules.
Instructions concerning human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
fields.
To comply with FCC Section1.307 (b)(1) for human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic fields, implement the following instruction: A distance of at least 20 cm
between the equipment and all persons should be maintained during operation of the
equipment.
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Warranty
Hardware. AeroScout Inc. ("AeroScout"), warrants that commencing from the date of
delivery to Customer, and continuing for a period of one year the Hardware will be free
from defects in material and workmanship under normal use. The date of shipment of a
Product by AeroScout is set forth on the packaging material in which the Product is
shipped. This limited warranty extends only to the original user of the Product. Customer's
sole and exclusive remedy and the entire liability of AeroScout and its suppliers under this
limited warranty will be, at AeroScout’s or its service center's option, shipment of a
replacement within the period or a refund of the purchase price if the Hardware is
returned to the party supplying it to Customer, if different than AeroScout, freight and
insurance prepaid. AeroScout replacement parts used in Hardware repair may be new or
equivalent to new. AeroScout’s obligations hereunder are conditioned upon the returned
of affected articles in accordance with AeroScout’s then-current Return Material
Authorization (RMA) procedures.
Restrictions. This warranty does not apply if the Product (a) has been altered, except by
AeroScout, (b) has been installed, operated, repaired, or maintained not in accordance
with instructions supplied by AeroScout, (c) has been subjected to abnormal physical or
electrical stress, misuse, negligence, or accident; or (d) is sold for beta, evaluation,
testing, or demonstration purposes for which AeroScout does not receive a payment of
purchase price or license fee.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY. EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS WARRANTY, ALL EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT, SATISFACTORY QUALITY OR ARISING
FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, LAW, USAGE, OR TRADE PRACTICE, ARE HEREBY
EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW. TO THE EXTENT AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY CANNOT BE EXCLUDED, SUCH WARRANTY IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
WARRANTY PERIOD. BECAUSE SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION TO
JURISDICTION.
This disclaimer and exclusion shall apply even if the express warranty set forth above fails
of its essential purpose.

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