Brooks Automation CFC Inductive Tag Reader User Manual CFC A5 E 1 1

Brooks Automation (Germany) GmbH RFID Division Inductive Tag Reader CFC A5 E 1 1

Users Manual

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2 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 ID040052 Rev 11-2004 Printed in Germany Subject to modifications © 2004 BROOKS Automation (Germany) GmbH RFID Division Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Germany Tel: +49 9279 991 910 Fax: +49 9279 991 900 E-mail: rfid.support@brooks.com
3 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 5 1.1 About this Device ..................................................................5 1.2 About this Manual .................................................................6 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7 2.1 Symbols and Types Used in this Manual ................................8 2.2 General Safety Instructions....................................................9 2.3 Proper Use.............................................................................9 2.4 Declaration of Conformity ...................................................10 2.4.1 USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC) .....10 2.4.2 Europe – CE Conformity ...............................................11 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 14 3.1 Hardware.............................................................................14 3.2 Labeling Information ...........................................................14 3.3 Technical Data.....................................................................14 3.3.1 Transponder Reader ......................................................14 3.3.2 Power Supply and Current Input....................................15 3.3.3 System Requirements ....................................................15 3.3.4 Serial Interface..............................................................15 3.4 Contents of Delivery............................................................16 3.5 Warranty and Liability.........................................................16 4 INSTALLATION 17 4.1 Installation Environment......................................................17 4.2 Dimensions..........................................................................18 4.3 Installation to a Notebook or PDA .......................................19 4.3.1 Notebook or Desktop PC ...............................................19 4.3.2 PDA..............................................................................19 4.4 Reading and Writing Ranges................................................22 5 OPERATION 23 5.1 Protocol...............................................................................23 5.1.1 Message Structure .........................................................23 5.1.2 Commands ....................................................................24 5.1.3 Error Messages..............................................................26 5.1.4 Acknowledge Codes......................................................26 5.2 Additional Instruction for Use..............................................26 6 SERVICE AND ERROR HANDLING 27 6.1 General................................................................................27 6.2 Reader can not be found by the PDA....................................27 6.3 Reader can not be found by the PC/Notebook.......................27
4 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 6.4 Customer Service.................................................................28 7 TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE 29 7.1 Transportation .....................................................................29 7.2 Disposal...............................................................................29 7.3 Storage ................................................................................29
INTRODUCTION 1 5 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 About this Device The BROOKS Transponder Reader System is a high-frequency identification system that uses FM transmission. The basic item is a transponder that works as a forgery-proof electronic identity disk. The reading unit of the system sends an energy impulse via the antenna. The capacitor of the passive, battery-free transponder is charged by this impulse. After that, the transponder returns a signal with the stored data. The total reading cycle takes less than 100 ms. As a sight connection between the transponder and the reader is not absolutely necessary, the transponder can also be identified through non-metallic material. The BROOKS CF-Card Transponder Reader is a device to read and write to TIRIS transponder. The card can be used in connection with a notebook or a PDA.
1 INTRODUCTION 6 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 1.2 About this Manual This manual contains information about installing, operating and error handling the BROOKS CF-Card Transponder Reader. It consists of seven chapters:  Introduction  Safety Instructions  Product Description  Installation  Operation  Service and Error Handling  Transportation, Disposal and Storage
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 7 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product is manufactured in accordance with state of the art technology and corresponds to recognized safety regulations. Nevertheless, there are dangers associated with the use of the equipment even for its intended purpose. You should therefore read the following safety information carefully and keep it in mind. Only install and operate this equipment if it is in perfect condition and with reference to this manual. Do not use the equipment if it is damaged.
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 2.1 Symbols and Types Used in this Manual This symbol alerts you to dangerous voltage This symbol alerts you to important instructions This symbol indicates electromagnetic radiation This symbol alerts you to risk of explosion This symbol alerts you to risk of fire  This symbol indicates important additional information Electrostatically sensitive components 13:44:33 Incoming: ENQ (05) This type represents transmitted data display
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 9 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 2.2 General Safety Instructions 1 Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before installing and operating the device. 2 Keep these instructions. Store this manual in a place that can be accessed at any time by all persons involved in installing, operating and error handling the device. 3 Heed all warnings. Follow all warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. 4 Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions only. 5 Only use attachments, accessories and connecting cables supplied by the manufacturer. 6 People with hearing aids should remember that radio signals transmitted by the device might cause a very unpleasant buzzing noise in their hearing aids. 7 When you disconnect a cable, pull on its conductor and not on the cable itself. Keep the connector evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. When you connect a cable, ensure that the connector pins are positioned correctly. 8 Never over bend the antenna cable or expose it to mechanical loads. 9 When replacement parts are required, use the replacement parts specified by the manufacturer only. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 2.3 Proper Use This product was developed for reading and writing the TIRIS® transponder only. Any other use of this device would constitute abuse and would render the user’s authority to install and operate the device invalid.
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 2.4 Declaration of Conformity 2.4.1 USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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.  This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, in accordance with 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 – this can be determined by turning the equipment off and on – the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference using one or more of the following measures: — Reposition or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. — Connect the equipment to an outlet to a circuit other than the one to which the receiver is connected. — Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance. FCC ID: N5GCFC Compliance with: FCC Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15 Subpart C, Section §15.205 FCC Code of Federal Regulations, Part 15 Subpart C, Section §15.209 Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 11 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 2.4.2 Europe – CE Conformity Konformitätserklärung gemäß dem Gesetz über Funkanlagen und Telekommunikationsendeinrichtungen (FTEG) und der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG (R&TTE) Declaration of Conformity in accordance with the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Act (FTEG) and Directive 1999/5/FC (R&TTE Directive) Hersteller / Verantwortliche Person Manufacturer / responsible person BROOKS Automation (Germany) GmbH / Herr Dittrich erklärt, dass das Produkt declares that the product CFC-Reader Type (ggf. Anlagenkonfiguration mit Angabe der Module): Type (if applicable, configuration including the modules) 5 Telekommunikations(Tk-)end- einrichtung Telecommunications terminal equipment Funkanlage Radio equipment Verwendungszweck lntended purpose Identification system Geräteklasse / Equipment class 2 bei bestimmungsgemäßer Verwendung den grundlegenden Anforderungen des § 3 und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen des FTEG (Artikel 3 der R&TTE) entspricht. complies with the essential requirements of §3 and the other relevant provisions of the FTEG (Article 3 of the R&TTE Directive), when used for its intended purpose.
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 Gesundheit und Sicherheit gemäß § 3 (1) 1. (Artikel 3 (1) a)) Health and safety requirements pursuant to § 3 (1) 1. (Article 3(1) a)) angewendete harmonisierte Normen Harmonized standards applied EN 60950 Einhaltung der grundlegenden Anforderungen auf andere Art und Weise (hierzu verwendete Standards/ Spezifikationen) Other means of proving conformity with the essential requirements (standards/specifications used) BMPT Decree No. 306/97 Schutzanforderungen in Bezug auf die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (§ 3 (1) 2, Artikel 3 (1) b) Protection requirements concerning electromagnetic compatibility § 3(1)(2), (Article 3(1)(b)) angewendete harmonisierte Normen Harmonized standards applied EN 301 489-3 (07/2000) Einhaltung der grundlegenden Anforderungen auf andere Art und Weise (hierzu verwendete Standards / Spezifikationen) Other means of proving conformity with the essential requirements (standards/specifications used) Maßnahmen zur effizienten Nutzung des Funkfrequenzspektrums Measures for the efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum Luftschnittstelle bei Funkanlagen gemäß § 3(2) (Artikel 3(2)) Air interface of the radio systems pursuant to § 3(2) (Article 3(2)) Angewendete harmonisierte Normen Harmonized standards applied
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 13 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 Einhaltung der grundlegenden Anforderungen auf andere Art und Weise (hierzu verwendete Standards / Schnittstellenbeschreibungen) Other means of proving conformity with the essential requirements (standards/interface specifications used) EN 300 330-1 (06/2001) BROOKS Automation (Germany) GmbH Gartenstr. 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Germany Phone +49 9279 991 910 Fax +49 9279 991 900 Mistelgau, 20.09.2004 Gerald Dittrich (Place and date of issue) (Name and signature)
3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 14 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3.1 Hardware Standard device: TLG-CFC-S-R 3.2 Labeling Information 3.3 Technical Data 3.3.1 Transponder Reader Parameter Value Operation temperature 0°C to +50°C 32°F to 122°F Stock temperature -25°C to +70°C -13°F to +158°F Permissible humidity @ 50C° 25 - 80 % Transmitter frequency 134.2 kHz Serial number Type Part number
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3 15 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 3.3.2 Power Supply and Current Input Description Value Voltage 3,5/5 VDC(+/- 5%) Current (reading and writing) 100 mA Current (passive) 50 mA 3.3.3 System Requirements Slot Type: CF-Card Type I Operating System: Win9x/2000/NT/XP/CE 3.3.4 Serial Interface Description Value Baud rate 19200 parity none
3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 16 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 3.4 Contents of Delivery Number Description 1 Transponder Reader CFC-Card 1 Device driver, test software (CD-ROM) 1 Instruction manual 3.5 Warranty and Liability The warranty period is 24 months and begins with the moment of delivery of the device as proved by an invoice or other documents. The warranty includes the repair of all damages to the device that occur within the warranty period, and which are evidently caused by faults of the material or production defects. The warranty does not include damages caused by incorrect connection, inappropriate handling and non-observance of the technical reports.
INSTALLATION 4 17 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 4 INSTALLATION 4.1 Installation Environment This device is designed for use in an indoor environment only. Installation is only permitted in an environmental indoor climate with a constant temperature of between 0°C and +50°C / 32°F and 122°F, humidity between 25% and 80%, and a maximum temperature of +50°C / 122°F. Do not install or use this device in or near water. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the device. Should spillage occur, unplug the device and have it checked by a technician. Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not install the device in a flammable environment. Never expose the device to intense changes in temperature, otherwise condensation can develop inside the device and cause damages. The device should not be used in the immediate vicinity of electrical units (such as medical units, monitors, telephones, televisions and energy-saver lamps), magnetic data carriers, or metallic objects. This could result in reduced reading/writing ranges. Never use the device in potentially explosive areas (such as paint shops). Do not position the device in a location where it can suffer from vibration or shock.
4 INSTALLATION 18 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 4.2 Dimensions Standard device TLG-CFC-S-R: 5.00 mm 53.76 mm 42.80 mm Antenna
INSTALLATION 4 19 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 4.3 Installation to a Notebook or PDA The CF-Card Transponder Reader is suitable for all Windows operating systems. The interface of the reader is comparable with the interface of a serial interface card. 4.3.1 Notebook or Desktop PC On operating systems which support plug & play, the card will be detected automatically. Then only the delivered *.inf file must be installed. If the card was installed successfully a new entry “com x” appears in the device manager (for example “com 3”). On operating systems which don’t support plug & play, the card must be installed manually. After plug in the card and starting the system, the serial interface must be configured manually. For more information see the Windows help of the device manager. 4.3.2 PDA On a PDA there is no installation of the CF-Card Reader necessary. The card supports plug & play for an easy use. If the card was plugged into the PDA a new COM port will be established automatically (for example “com 3”). Via this COM port, the system can communicate to the card via the serial protocol of the card. To test the card, the BROOKS test tool must be installed on the PDA. To install the test tool, start the setup.exe on the delivered CD-ROM and follow the instructions on the screen. System requirements for the installation of the test tool:  ARM processor  Operating system: PocketPC 2002  A version of Microsoft ActiveSync must be installed on the host.  The PDA must be connected to the host and a connection must be established.  The test tool is also available on request for other processor types and OS systems.
4 INSTALLATION 20 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 4.3.2.1 BROOKS CF-Card Reader Test Software for PDA The test software can be used to read and write to a TIRIS transponder. After starting the software, the tool is searching for the BROOKS CF-Card Reader. Was the CF-Card Reader detected successfully, the message “- PCCard found –“ appears in the status line. Pushing the button ‘SCAN’, starts the reading of the transponder. The transponder data can be displayed in ASCII mode or in HEX mode. (see picture 4.1 and picture 4.2) A click on a certain page opens the dialog to change the content of the page. The content of the selected page can be changed in ASCII mode or in HEX mode. (see picture 4.3 and picture 4.4) picture 4.1:Scan – ASCII mode picture 4.2: Scan – HEX mode status linepicture 4.3: Write – ASCII mode editor modeselected page lock the pageapply the changes cancel the changesinput box
INSTALLATION 4 21 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 picture 4.4: Write – HEX mode
4 INSTALLATION 22 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 4.4 Reading and Writing Ranges Type Reading range [mm] Writing range [mm] TLG-CFC-S-R 55 35 Optimal reading and writing positions: TLG-CFC-S-R  The real reading and writing range depends on the type of PDA.
OPERATION 5 23 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 5 OPERATION 5.1 Protocol 5.1.1 Message Structure All messages have the following structure: Length Header Data Checksum 1 byte 2 bytes 1 or more bytes 2 bytes Header Command Action # Length: Number of bytes of Header and Data (without Length and Checksum). Header: Consists of Command and Action # Command: Defines the function of the message. Action #: To distinguish the single messages the Action # will be increased for each new message. Data: The content depends of the message type. Checksum: 2 bytes checksum over Length, Header and Data (sum of byte values).
5 OPERATION 24 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 5.1.2 Commands Reading of ‘Read Only’ or ‘Read/Write’ transponder Command: 01H Message: Length Header Checksum Response: Length Header Type of Transponder Page # Data (8 bytes) Checksum Reading of Multipage Transponder The first data byte contains the page of the multipage transponder which shall be read. Command: 02H Message: Length Header Page # Checksum Response: Length Header Type of Transponder Page # Data (8 bytes) Checksum Types of Transponder This item is used in command ‘01H’ and ‘02H’. 0x00 NONE 0x01 READ_ONLY 0x02 READ_WRITE 0x03 MULTI_PAGE_Read_unlocked 0x04 MULTI_PAGE_Programming 0x05 MULTI_PAGE_Read_locked 0x06 READ_WRITE_Programming 0x07 RW_FAIL
OPERATION 5 25 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 Locking a Page The first data byte contains the page of the multipage transponder which shall be locked. Command: 05H Message: Length Header Page # Checksum Response: Length Header Acknowledge Code Checksum Writing to a ‘Read/Write’ Transponder The data bytes 1-8 contain the transponder data for writing. Command: 08H Message: Length Header Data (8 bytes) Checksum Response: Length Header Acknowledge Code Checksum Writing to a Multipage Transponder The first data byte contains the page of the multipage transponder to which shall be written. Byte 2 up to byte 9 contain the page data of the page specified in byte 1. Command: 09H Message: Length Header Page # Data (8 bytes) Checksum Response: Length Header Acknowledge Code Checksum
5 OPERATION 26 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 5.1.3 Error Messages On any error the CF-Card Reader responses an error message. The header of the error message is the same like the header of the message which has caused the error. Message: Length Header Acknowledge Code Checksum 5.1.4 Acknowledge Codes 0x00 Acknowledge OK 0x01 read failed 0x02 write failed 0x03 lock failed 0x04 wrong checksum 0x05 wrong command 0x06 wrong page on read MP 5.2 Additional Instruction for Use Never expose the device to a intense change in temperature. Otherwise, water of condensation can develop inside the device what can lead to damages. Never bend or extend the antenna cable or expose it to other mechanical loads.
SERVICE AND ERROR HANDLING 6 27 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 6 SERVICE AND ERROR HANDLING 6.1 General  The transponder reader and its components must be serviced by the manufacturer only.  If errors occur, follow the instructions in this section. Do not carry out any error eliminating measures other than the ones described in this section.  If you are uncertain about errors and their handling, contact the manufacturer (see the contact information on page 28 of this manual). Have the serial number of the transponder reader ready as shown on the label (see page 14) when contacting the manufacturer. 6.2 Reader can not be found by the PDA 1 Check the correct position of the card in the CF slot. 2 Remove the card an plug it in again. 3 Check the battery status of the expansion pack. If these measures do not solve the problem, contact the manufacturer. 6.3 Reader can not be found by the PC/Notebook 1 Check the correct position of the card in the PCMCIA adapter. 2 Check whether the card is installed as COM port in the system settings of your PC. 3 Install the delivered *.inf file again. If these measures do not solve the problem, contact the manufacturer.
6 SERVICE AND ERROR HANDLING 28 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 6.4 Customer Service BROOKS Automation (Germany) GmbH RFID Division Gartenstraße 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Germany Tel: +49 9279 991 910 Fax: +49 9279 991 900 E-mail: rfid.support@brooks.com 24 hour technical support hotline (Brooks): +1 978 262 2900
TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE 7 29 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 7 TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE 7.1 Transportation For transportation purposes such as mailing, use a firm cardboard box. Use adequate padding material to protect the device on all sides. 7.2 Disposal Do not throw the reader away with everyday household trash. Dispose of the electronic components, antennas and cables as electronic trash. 7.3 Storage Store the reader and its components in a clean and dry environment. Make sure the contacts remain clean. Observe the necessary storage conditions (for technical data, see page 14).
7 TRANSPORTATION, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE 30 Transponder Reader – CF-Card, Release 1.1 Version Änderungen Datum Autor 1.0 Dokument aus Beschreibung für PCC-Reader erstellt 08.10.04 AM 1.1 FCC Part eingefügt (Seite 10) 16.11.04 AM

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