Applied Wireless Identifications Group MPR1710 Multi-Protocol RFID (MPR) Module User Manual 1

Applied Wireless Identifications Group Inc. Multi-Protocol RFID (MPR) Module 1

Users Manual

MPR-1710 - 1 - 6/19/2008 SENTINEL-SENSE MPR-1710 Installation & Operation Manual-041361
MPR-1710 - 2 - 6/19/2008 COPYRIGHT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The contents of this document are the property of Applied Wireless Identifications Group, Inc. (AWID) and are copyrighted. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. For additional copies of this document please contact: AWID 18300 Sutter Blvd Morgan Hill, CA 95037 http://www.AWID.com The information contained herein has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. AWID reserves the right to make changes without prior notice. This document is not covered by any warranty either expressed or implied. Any comments, corrections or additions to the contents of this document should be directed to AWID at the above address. Copyright 2006 AWID, Printed in USA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. C AUTION: Reader should be positioned so that personnel in the area for prolonged periods may safely remain at least 20 cm in an uncontrolled environment from the reader’s surface. Observe FCC OET Bulletin 56 “Hazards of radio frequency and electromagnetic fields” and Bulletin 65 “Human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields.”
MPR-1710 - 3 - 6/19/2008 Table of Contents REVISION HISTORY .......................................................................................................4 1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................5 1.1 Special Features................................................................................................5 2 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................6 2.1 Channel Frequency Table..................................................................................6 2.2 Connector Pin Assignment.................................................................................6 2.3 Measuring Read Distance..................................................................................7 3 INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDELINES .......................................................8 3.1 General Wiring Requirements............................................................................8 3.2 Wiring Diagrams ................................................................................................8 4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE................................................................................9 4.1 Parts List............................................................................................................9 4.2 Preparation for Installation .................................................................................9 4.2.1 Bench Top Verification................................................................................9 5 SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING AND SYSTEM OPERATION NOTES...................10 5.1 System Operation ............................................................................................10 5.1.1 Running a Custom Software Application or the AWID Demo Program.....10 5.1.2 Operating Modes ......................................................................................10 5.2 Users Note.......................................................................................................10 6 MPR SERIAL COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL.....................................................11 NOTE: READ AND USE THIS MANUAL. NOTE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION GUIDE MAY RESULT IN POOR PERFORMANCE OR EVEN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE READER, THUS VOIDS THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
MPR-1710 - 4 - 6/19/2008 REVISION HISTORY Version No. Revised By Date Sections Affected Remarks 0.1 E. Wei 3/2008 All Initial version
MPR-1710 - 5 - 6/19/2008 1 INTRODUCTION AWID's Sentinel-Sense MPR-1710 is a Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) reader module with RS-232 and USB I/O interface that works with most leading passive UHF passive tags. The reader module comes with a unique combination of long read range, small size (credit card) and low power consumption. Its primary applications are access control, asset management and tracking, and fleet management applications. The MPR-1710 reader modules are delivered with firmware version US0-211h1-xx.yy.00. In order to operate an MPR-1710 you will need the following:  PC running Windows1 2000 or higher, CD-ROM drive, USB and/or RS-232 serial port.  Host software (AWID’s demo software or your own custom software) 1.1 SPECIAL FEATURES • UHF Multi-Protocol: ISO-18000-6 Type B/C, EPC Class 1 Gen 2 • Thin passive tags with long-range performance • RS-232 and USB outputs • 1 Though MPR-1710 can also be controlled from a non-Windows programming platform, AWID demo and FW upgrade programs are applications to run in Windows.
MPR-1710 - 6 - 6/19/2008 2 SPECIFICATIONS Input voltage +5.225 VDC to +5.775 VDC Input current 1.5 A (5.5 V) typical Protocol language ISO-18000-6 Type B/C, EPC Class 1 Gen 2 Read range Depends on type & size of labels used Output power +24 dBm max Transmit frequency 902.75-927.25 MHz Receiver frequency 902.75-927.25 MHz (Amplitude Modulated) Hopping channels 50 Channels Channel spacing 500 kHz Hopping sequence Pseudo random Operating temperature range -30° C to +65° C (-22° F to 149° F) Output data formats 3V TTL Serial & USB I/O Connector 10-pin ZIF Dimension 2”x3.25”x0.25 2.1 CHANNEL FREQUENCY TABLE Frequency range: 902.75 ~ 927.25 MHz Minimum number of frequency channels: 50 CH 902~928 MHz CH 902~928 MHz CH 902~928 MHz CH 902~928 MHz CH 902~928 MHz 0 902.75 MHz 10 907.75 MHz 20 912.75 MHz 30 917.75 MHz 40 922.75 MHz 1 903.25 MHz 11 908.25 MHz 21 913.25 MHz 31 918.25 MHz 41 923.25 MHz 2 903.75 MHz 12 908.75 MHz 22 913.75 MHz 32 918.75 MHz 42 923.75 MHz 3 904.25 MHz 13 909.25 MHz 23 914.25 MHz 33 919.25 MHz 43 924.25 MHz 4 904.75 MHz 14 909.75 MHz 24 914.75 MHz 34 919.75 MHz 44 924.75 MHz 5 905.25 MHz 15 910.25 MHz 25 915.25 MHz 35 920.25 MHz 45 925.25 MHz 6 905.75 MHz 16 910.75 MHz 26 915.75 MHz 36 920.75 MHz 46 925.75 MHz 7 906.25 MHz 17 911.25 MHz 27 916.25 MHz 37 921.25 MHz 47 926.25 MHz 8 906.75 MHz 18 911.75 MHz 28 916.75 MHz 38 921.75 MHz 48 926.75 MHz 9 907.25 MHz 19 912.25 MHz 29 917.25 MHz 39 922.25 MHz 49 927.25 MHz Table 1 Channel Frequency Table for MPR-1710 2.2 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT Pin Function Pin Function 1 USB 6 GND 2 USB D- 7 +3V Aux Data 3 USB D+ 8 +3V TTL Rx 4 +5.5 V 9 +3V TTL Tx 5 +5.5 V 10 GND
MPR-1710 - 7 - 6/19/2008 2.3 MEASURING READ DISTANCE Make sure you know the tag types. For certain readers and tags, user must also be mindful of the tag’s orientation and the reader’s antenna orientation, what mounting surface the tags are designed for and how the tags are supposed to be mounted. Any departure from its intended purpose will drastically affect the reader’s ability to energize the tag and its read range. When measuring the reader’s read range, make sure that the tag is properly oriented to the reader antenna, and for optimum performance, be sure the operator’s finger is not within three (3) inches of the tag’s antenna surface.
MPR-1710 - 8 - 6/19/2008 3 INSTALLATION & OPERATION GUIDELINES For ease of explanation, MPR reader in this section refers to an RFID device that consists of MPR-1710 and a high performance circular polarized antenna inside a splash proof, UV stabilized housing case. The module should be installed on a heat sink. Example of a heat sink could be an aluminum plate of size 8”x8”x0.1” exposed to convection air flow. The screws at the bottom of module shall be used for mounting the module on the heat sink. 3.1 GENERAL WIRING REQUIREMENTS All the MPR reader wiring should be continuously shielded. AWID recommends using #24 AWG up to #22 AWG, longer distances and higher current consumption on the power supply line will require larger gauge wires. TABLE 3.4-1: Data Line’s Wiring Requirement WIRE SIZE #22 AWG (0.6 mm Dia.) #24 AWG (0.5 mm Dia.) RS-232 50 ft (15 meters) 50 ft (15 meters) 3.2 WIRING DIAGRAMS See section 2.2 for pin assignment for the RS-232 connector of MPR-1710. The MPR RS-232 interface is a short distance serial interface, a full command set for the standard serial interface is not necessary, therefore only transmit, receive and ground wires are used. Sense input is an enable input, which is traditionally used to activate the RF energy of the reader and to start the read functions.
MPR-1710 - 9 - 6/19/2008 4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE This section provides installation and operation information for MPR-1710 reader modules. 4.1 PARTS LIST Verify that all items listed below are present before starting the installation. o Sentinel-Sense MPR-1710 Qty=1 o Documentation and command demo program CD Qty=1 4.2 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION Familiarize yourself with the connectors and pin out assignment of each I/O connectors. 4.2.1 Bench Top Verification It is always a good idea to verify system operation before committing to a full-scale installation. The following are the necessary steps to test the reader’s operation in a static environment.  Connect MPR-1710 to the RS-232 or USB port of a PC  Connect the power jack from the wall plug power supply to reader module  Power up PC  Install demo software on PC  Activate demo software and verify performance of the reader.  Select a COM port in program window then click “Connect”. Follow with some commands.
MPR-1710 - 10 - 6/19/2008 5 SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING AND SYSTEM OPERATION NOTES 5.1 SYSTEM OPERATION 5.1.1 Running a Custom Software Application or the AWID Demo Program If AWID Demo Program is not used, it is expected user will launch a Custom Software Application developed using the MPR-1710 Protocol to issue commands to the MPR reader/module as specified. 5.1.2 Operating Modes Typical operating modes for MPR readers can be grouped into the following modes: Search Mode This mode is used when operator or user is not certain what family of tags is placed on the items to be tracked. Since most tags are deterministic in nature, MPR reader must cycle through each and every protocol, issue a protocol specific inquiry, to hail and to wait for a response from tags of that specific protocol. Therefore, if there are many different protocols, for an untrained observer, the reader response will appear sluggish. Mixed Mode This mode assumes the user is aware of the types of protocol in use, and furthermore, the user made a determined effort to operate the reader in a mixed protocol mode. In this mode, the user can decide how many and which specific protocols to be selected. Once Mix Protocol Mode is selected, the reader will routinely cycle through each protocol, dwell long enough for the reader to wait for a response and then move on to the next protocol. It should be noted that in a mixed protocol mode, the tag must have sufficient time to respond to the reader, and therefore, it can only be used on a conveyor belt arrangement, with specific speed restrictions. Single Protocol Mode Single protocol is the normal mode of operation, where the protocol type is known and many tags are expected to pass through the readers. 5.2 USERS NOTE For System Integrators and/or Software Developers System Integrators and/or software developers should get familiar with the MPR-1710 1712 Protocol specifications for developing applications that control an MPR-1710. For Custom System Users For custom system user, please refer to your host software user guide for information regarding system and software operations For Demo Software Users
MPR-1710 - 11 - 6/19/2008 If you are using the AWID RFID demonstration software application which is .NET based with easy-to-follow GUI operations, simply select the COM port for which the device is configured then click “Connect” should get you started. 6 MPR SERIAL COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL See MPR-1710 Protocol Manual - 041377 Warning statements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
ANT-915CPS-A Rev.1.0 08/26/2006 Fig.1. Picture of the Circularly Polarized (RHCP) Patch Antenna 1. Specifications 1.1. Nominal frequency range from 900MHz to 930MHz 1.2. Max Gain = +5.70dBi Min Gain = + 4.80dBi 1.3. The average Gain is +5.25dBi. 1.4. Circular polarized antenna - Polarization RHCP
ANT-915CPS-A Page 2 08/26/2006 1.5. Axial ratio at boresight direction is less than 1.0dB (less than measurement tolerance). 1.6.-3dB beam width, horizontal 63 degree; -3dB beam width, vertical 63 degree; 1.7. Front to back ratio 14dB; 1.8. Input impedance 50 Ohm 1.9. Connector: Reverse Polarity TNC 50 Ohm. 1.10. VSWR less than 1.12 over frequency range 900–930 MHz 1.11. VSWR degradation in proximity 12” (0.3m) to the flat metal surface VSWRmax=1.18 over frequency range 900–930 MHz 1.12. Maximum input power 5W. 1.13. Dimension 10"x10"x1.45" (260mm x 260mm x 37mm) without connector. 1.14. Weight: 1.0 and 1/16 lbs (0.482kg). 1.15. This antenna may be used for European frequency band 865 – 870 MHz and Japan 952 -954 MHz with some degradation of the gain and axial ratio. VSWR less than 1.18 over frequency range 865 – 955 MHz Fig.2. Back view of the Circularly Polarized Patch Antenna
ANT-915CPS-A Page 3 08/26/2006 Fig.3. Normalized Logarithmic Directivity Eteta, θ=0o…±180o, Φ=0o .(Polar diagram) -180 -160 -140 -120 -100 -80 -60 -40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180Tetadegree-36-33-30-27-24-21-18-15-12-9-6-30Normalized Directivity dB-3dB Level Pattern Width 63oMaximum Directivity +8.7 dB Fig.4. Normalized Directivity Eteta, Φ=0o
ANT-915CPS-A Page 4 08/26/2006 Fig.5. Antenna Mounting On the backside of the antenna, there are two mounting holes: Thread ¼”-20 – diameter - ¼”; threads per inch - 20. Depth – 3/8”. Distance between holes – L1=1.97” (50mm).
APPLICATION REVISIONS DASH NO. NEXT ASSY USED ON REV DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED Pre PRELIMINARY ISSUE 7-31-2008 EH Antenna Specifications: Type: Circular Polarized Patch antenna Antenna Gain: 4 dBi typical Frequency Range: 902 to 928 MHz Input Power: 4 Watts max Input Impedance: 50 Ohm Material: FR4 PCB Connector: MMCX Operational temperature: -40°C to +60°C Dimension: 5”x5” AWID PROPRIETARY INFORMATION CONTRRACT NO: ALL PAGES ARE ON ORIGINAL ISSUE (-) EXCEPT AS NOTED ISSUED DATE PREP BY: Applied Wireless Identifications APPLIED WIRELESS ID Monsey, NY USA CHK BY: REVIEW: ENGR (PROJ): Specification for ANT-915-CPS-C APPVL (PPOJ): SIZE - FSCM NO. - Doc. NO. 041390 REV - APPVL: SCALE
2 FSCM NO. July 31, 2008 DOC# 041390 ANT -915CPS-C page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY REV - Directivity: Gain:
APPLICATION REVISIONS DASH NO. NEXT ASSY USED ON REV DESCRIPTION DATE APPROVED Pre PRELIMINARY ISSUE 1-12-2005 DL D Bandwidth correction 3-5-2007 EH THIS DRAWING INCOMPLETE WITHOUT ECN’S None AWID PROPRIETARY INFORMATION CONTRRACT NO: ALL PAGES ARE ON ORIGINAL ISSUE (-) EXCEPT AS NOTED ISSUED DATE PREP BY: V. LTV Applied Wireless Identifications APPLIED WIRELESS ID Monsey, NY USA CHK BY: REVIEW: ENGR (PROJ): Design Specification for ANT-2010CP -- Serial Interface Reader APPVL (PPOJ): SIZE A FSCM NO. DWG NO. 041233 REV D APPVL: D Lee SCALE
2 FSCM NO. March 5, 2007 DWG #2010B-041233 MPR-2012 ANT page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY SHEET 2 REV D Revision Records: Enter all revision records by stating “Paragraph Numbers," revision “From” and “To”, “Revision Level” and “Time of Revision.” Rev D: 4.1.5 Changed “+/- 75 MHz” to “+/- 54 MHz”, document control# in footer corrected, March 5, 2007
3 FSCM NO. March 5, 2007 DWG #2010B-041233 MPR-2012 ANT page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY SHEET 2 REV D 1.0 Scope This specification describes the electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements for circular polarized UHF antenna, designed to work in conjunction with MPR-2010A or MPR-2010B series of UHF RFID readers. 2.0 Applicable Documents The following documents of the exact issue shown, form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. In the event of conflict between this document and the documents referenced herein, the contents of this document shall prevail. Specifications Handbooks Mil-HDBK-217E Reliability Prediction for Electronic Equipment Standards ISO-18000-6A/B ISO/IEC FCD 18000-6 (ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31/WG 4/SG 3) EPC C1 & C0 EPCTM Tag Data Standards Version 1.1 Rev.1.22 EPC C1G2 EPC RFID Protocols Class-1 Generation-2 UHF RFID, V1.0.1 EPC 1.19 UCODE V1.19 (SL31C31 01) Functional Specification Matrics Class 0 Tag “Write” Module Design Specification V1.1 Impinj Zuma (TBD) 3.0 Requirements This RFID module shall transmit a CW or command signals to activate RFID tags in its zone of surveillance and this RFID module shall also decoded the backscattered signal from RFID tags. 3.1 Common Requirements 3.1.1 Form factor The outline dimensions of the RFID antenna is shown in the photo and Figure 1 is the mechanical dimension details of the antenna unit. The antenna unit shall measured 8x9.5x1.0 inches.
4 FSCM NO. March 5, 2007 DWG #2010B-041233 MPR-2012 ANT page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY SHEET 2 REV D Note: remove cables and add SMA antenna Figure 1, Mechanical Dimensions 3.1.2 Weight This RFID module shall weigh less than 24 oz. (0.7 kg) 3.1.3 Power Supply and Consumption N/A 3.1.4 Multi-protocol operations Protocol agnostic. 3.2 Environmental Characteristics 3.2.1 General This RFID module is intended for use in a fixed and/or mobile environment. 3.2.2 Cooling Not required. 3.2.3 Temperature Change -35 ºC to +70 ºC
5 FSCM NO. March 5, 2007 DWG #2010B-041233 MPR-2012 ANT page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY SHEET 2 REV D 3.2.4 Humidity The RFID module shall withstand the following humidity extremes: Minimum -- 0% RH Maximum -- 95% RH 3.2.5 Random Vibration -- TBD 3.2.6 Shock -- TBD 3.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility TBD 3.4 Reliability Requirement 3.4.1 Component Selection -- TBD 3.4.2 De-Rating -- AWID’s component de-rating guide. 3.4.3 MTBF TBD Ground, Sheltered Benign 4.0 Antenna Electrical Specification 4.1 Frequency Characteristics 4.1.1 Operating Frequency -- 902 to 928 MHz center frequency 4.1.2 Gain -- 5.08 dB typical, 5.59 dB maximum 4.1.3 VSWR – 1.2:1 from 902 to 928 MHz 4.1.4 3-dB Pattern -- +/- 33º of free space pattern 4.1.5 3-dB Bandwidth -- +/- 54 MHz 4.1.6 Polarization -- Right hand or Left hand pattern 4.1.7 H/V Differential -- 0.5 dB 4.1.8 Front/Back Ratio -- 15 dB 4.1.9 Power Capability -- 5 Watts max. 4.1.10 Regional Code -- US – 902 to 928 MHz China – 917 MHz (experimental) Taiwan – 922 to 928 MHz Singapore – 923 to 925 MHz Koera (FHS) – 910 to 914 MHz Korea (LBT) – 908.5 to 914 MHz Australia – 918 to 926 MHz
6 FSCM NO. March 5, 2007 DWG #2010B-041233 MPR-2012 ANT page APPLIED WIRELESS ID SIZE A SCALE AWID PROPRIETARY SHEET 2 REV D 4.1.11 Radiation Pattern -- See Figure 2 0.15 00.25 0.50.75R0Distance (R)Width( W)W (0.72R) 4.2 Interface with External Systems 4.2.1 Input Connector -- SMA (Reverse sex) 5.0 Marking Antenna shall be market with part number, hardware revision level and serial number. 6.0 Configuration Control

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