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UHF Gen 2 RFID Speedway® Revolution

Installation and Operations Guide

Products Covered by this Guide

This guide pertains to readers with the following part numbers:

Table i: Speedway Revolution Reader Part Numbers

Reader

Communication Code

Part Number

Speedway R220

FCC

IPJ-REV-R220-USA1M1

Speedway R420

FCC

IPJ-REV-R420-USA1M1

Speedway R220

ETSI

IPJ-REV-R220-EU11M1

Speedway R420

ETSI

IPJ-REV-R420-EU11M1

Speedway R220

Various

IPJ-REV-R220-GX11M1

Speedway R420

Various

IPJ-REV-R420-GX11M1

Speedway R220

Various

IPJ-REV-R220-GX21M1

Speedway R420

Various

IPJ-REV-R420-GX21M1

Speedway R420

Japan

IPJ-REV-R420-JP21M1

Speedway R640

FCC

IPJ-REV-R640-FCC1M1

Speedway R640

ETSI

IPJ-REV-R640-EU11M1

Speedway R640

Various

IPJ-REV-R640-GX11M1

Speedway xArray R680

FCC

IPJ-REV-R680

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance

This equipment was tested and complies 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 commercial environment. This equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions, the equipment may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation and cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. To

determine if this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception,

turn the equipment off and on. You are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one

or more of the following:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Consult the dealer or a qualified radio/TV technician for assistance.

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Caution: Changes to this product or

modifications not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void

your authority to operate per FCC Part 15.

Attention: Les modifications apportées à

ce produit ou modifications pas

expressément approuvés par la partie

responsable de la conformité peuvent

annuler votre droit à utiliser par FCC Part 15.

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1. This device may not cause

interference.

2. This device must accept any

interference, including interference

that may cause undesired operation

of the device.

This device has been designed to operate

with the antenna(s) listed on page 36 that

have a maximum gain of 6 dB. Antennas not

included in this list or having a gain greater

than 6 dB are strictly prohibited for use with

this device. The required antenna impedance

is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio

interference to other users, the antenna type

and its gain should be chosen so that the

equivalent isotropically radiated power

(EIRP) is not more than that permitted for

successful communication. The term ―IC‖

before the radio certification number only

signifies that Industry of Canada technical

specifications were met.

Industrie Canada (IC) Conformité

Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux

conditions suivantes:

1. Cet appareil ne doit pas

provoquer d'interférences.

2. Cet appareil doit accepter toute

interférence, y compris celles

pouvant causer un mauvais

fonctionnement de l'appareil.

Cet appareil a été conçu pour fonctionner

avec l'antenne (s) énumérées à la page 35

qui ont un gain maximum de 6 dB. Antennes

pas inclus dans cette liste ou présentant un

gain supérieur à 6 dB sont strictement

interdits pour utilisation avec cet appareil.

L'impédance d'antenne requise est de 50

ohms. Afin de réduire le risque d'interférence

avec d'autres utilisateurs, le type d'antenne

et son gain doivent être choisis de telle sorte

que la puissance isotrope rayonnée

équivalente (PIRE) ne soit pas supérieure à

celle permise pour une communication

réussie. L‘expression "IC" avant le numéro

de certification radio signifie seulement que

l'industrie des spécifications techniques

Canada ont été respectées.

CE Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)

RFID devices designed for use throughout the EEA must have a maximum radiated transmit

power of 2W ERP in the frequency range of 865.6–867.6 MHz. For other EEA restrictions on

RFID device use, please refer to the Impinj Declaration of Conformity (DoC) located at

support.impinj.com.

Environmental Air Handling Space (EAHS) Applications

This device is suitable for use in Environmental Air Handling Space (EAHS) in accordance

with Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code.

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Cables, antennas, power adaptors, PoE (Power Injectors), or other devices shall not be

installed in the Environmental Air Handling Space unless they are suitable for use in the

EAHS per UL 2043.

Before You Begin

Warning: Please read this document in

its entirety before operating the Speedway

Revolution Reader, as serious personal injury

or equipment damage may result from

improper use. Unauthorized opening of the

Speedway Revolution Reader enclosure voids

the warranty. To safeguard personnel, be

sure to position all antenna(s) according to

the specified requirements for your

regulatory region. For details, see Appendix

A: Information Specific to Regions of

Operation on page 35.

Avertissement: S'il vous plaît lire ce

document dans son intégralité avant

d'utiliser le Speedway Revolution Reader,

comme des blessures graves ou des

dommages matériels peuvent résulter d'une

mauvaise utilization. Ouverture non

autorisée du lecteur Speedway Revolution

boîtier annule la garantie. Pour protéger le

personnel, n'oublier pas de placer tous

antenne (s) conformément aux exigences

spécifiées pour votre région régulatrice. Pour

plus de détails, voir l'Annexe A: Informations

spécifiques aux régions de fonctionnement à

la page 34.

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Table of Contents

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance .......................ii

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance ............................................................................ iii

Industrie Canada (IC) Conformité ............................................................................ iii

CE Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) ................................... iii

Environmental Air Handling Space (EAHS) Applications ......................................... iii

Before You Begin .....................................................................................................iv

Chapter 1: Introduction ................................................................................................. 1

About this Guide ........................................................................................................ 1

Intended Audience ................................................................................................... 1

Other Documents of Interest .................................................................................... 1

Impinj Support Information ....................................................................................... 2

Introduction to Speedway® Revolution ....................................................................... 3

Speedway xPortal – Integrated Portal Reader ........................................................ 4

Speedway Antenna Hub – ......................................................................................... 4

Speedway xArray – Integrated Portal Reader ......................................................... 5

Requirements for Using Speedway Revolution ...................................................... 5

Environmental Requirement ..................................................................................... 5

Hardware Requirements .......................................................................................... 5

Power Requirements ................................................................................................ 6

Supported Operating Environments ......................................................................... 6

Supported Communication Protocol ......................................................................... 7

Antenna Requirements ............................................................................................ 7

Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting Speedway Revolution .................................... 8

Speedway Revolution Ports and LEDs .................................................................... 8

Installing and Connecting the Reader ..................................................................... 9

Detailed Installation Procedures ............................................................................ 10

Step 1: Position the Speedway Revolution Reader and (optionally) Mount the

Reader 10

Step 2: Connect the Antenna(s) to the Speedway Revolution Reader ................... 11

Step 3: Power the Reader ...................................................................................... 12

Step 4: Connect Speedway Revolution to the Network .......................................... 12

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Step 5: Configure the Region Setting on the Reader ............................................. 15

Step 6: Test the Installed Reader ........................................................................... 16

Chapter 3: Configuring and Monitoring Speedway Revolution .............................. 17

Configuring Speedway Revolution ........................................................................ 17

Device Configuration .............................................................................................. 17

RF Configuration .................................................................................................... 18

Monitoring Speedway Revolution .......................................................................... 23

Viewing Network Parameters and Statistics ........................................................... 23

Viewing RFID Parameters and Statistics ............................................................... 24

Configuring and Viewing Speedway Revolution Logs ............................................ 25

Viewing the State of the Speedway Revolution Device .......................................... 25

Chapter 4: Upgrading the Speedway Revolution Firmware .................................... 26

A Brief Overview of the Speedway Revolution Firmware ....................................... 26

Upgrading the Firmware ......................................................................................... 26

Upgrading the Firmware with a USB Drive ............................................................. 27

Preparing the USB Drive for upgrade ..................................................................... 28

Using the USB Drive .............................................................................................. 28

Upgrading the Firmware through the Impinj Management Web UI ........................ 28

To fall back to the previous image.......................................................................... 30

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 31

Returning to the Default Configuration ................................................................... 31

To use RShell to return the Reader to its default configuration and leave CAP intact

To use the Default Restore button on the Reader to restore to its default

configuration .......................................................................................................... 31

Submitting Diagnostic Data for Analysis by Impinj Technical Support .............. 33

To capture data to a Reader Diagnostic Data file:.................................................. 33

Appendix A: Information Specific to Regions of Operation .................................... 35

Operation in North America .................................................................................... 35

Frequency Plan ...................................................................................................... 35

Antenna Requirements .......................................................................................... 35

Operation in European Union ................................................................................. 37

Frequency Plan ...................................................................................................... 37

Antenna Requirements .......................................................................................... 37

Operation in Other Global Regions ........................................................................ 38

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Approved Antennas ................................................................................................ 39

Consult with your registered reseller or Impinj provider for guidance on antenna

selection for your region ......................................................................................... 39

Operation in Japan .................................................................................................. 49

Frequency Plan ...................................................................................................... 49

Appendix B: GPIO Details ....................................................................................... 51

Appendix C: Speedway xPortal Installation .......................................................... 54

RF Beam Pattern ................................................................................................... 54

Mounting the xPortal .............................................................................................. 54

Conduit Attachment ................................................................................................ 56

Appendix D: Speedway Antenna Hub Installation ................................................ 60

Speedway Antenna Hub Solution Checklist ........................................................... 60

Setting Up a Speedway Antenna Hub System ....................................................... 60

Hub Feature Enable and Diagnostics Using the Web-UI ....................................... 62

Appendix E: Speedway xArray Installation ........................................................... 65

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Chapter 1: Introduction

About this Guide

This guide provides detailed instructions for installing, connecting, configuring, operating,

upgrading, and troubleshooting the Speedway Revolution or xPortal Reader. To shorten the

length of this guide, the content focuses on the installation and operation of one Reader.

Intended Audience

The intended audience for this guide is anyone installing a Speedway Revolution or xPortal

Reader. The assumed primary users of this guide are systems engineers and IT personnel

with experience and basic knowledge of:

• Software development

• Hardware systems integration

• Network connectivity

This guide also assumes that the user has a high-level understanding of RFID, RFID systems

management, and a basic familiarity with the EPCglobal Gen 2 specification.

Other Documents of Interest

This guide is part of a larger documentation set that supports Speedway Revolution.

The document set includes the following seven documents:

• Speedway Revolution Getting Started Guide is a one-page guide included with

the Speedway Revolution Reader. It provides basic information about the hardware

and instructions for obtaining additional documentation, firmware upgrades and

downloads, and other support software.

• Impinj LTK Programmer’s Guide provides software engineers with guidelines and

best practices for working with the Low Level Reader Protocol (LLRP) Toolkit.

Software engineers can also access language-specific reference guides and sample

applications illustrating the scenarios discussed in the Programmer‘s Guide.

• Octane LLRP is intended for software engineers and describes the LLRP capabilities

supported by Speedway Revolution, which includes Impinj‘s custom LLRP extensions.

 Note: Octane is the name for the Speedway Revolution firmware.

• RShell Reference Manual describes the syntax and command language for the

Speedway Revolution RShell Console.

• Octane SNMP Guide provides monitoring and reference information for working

with the SNMP MIBs related to Speedway Revolution (the standard TCP/IP

networking MIB (MIB-II) and a subset of the standard EPCglobal RM MIB).

• Firmware Upgrade Reference Manual includes detailed procedures, reference

information for upgrading firmware installed on single Readers, and procedures for

creating a metafile to automate upgrading of multiple Readers.

• Speedway Revolution Embedded Developer’s Guide provides a high-level

description of the Speedway Revolution platform and a high-level view of its

architecture for software engineers designing custom application software for the

Reader.

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Impinj Support Information

Visit the Impinj Support Web site at support.impinj.com for information about technical

assistance. For guidelines on capturing data for analysis by Impinj technical support

personnel, seeon page 33.

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Introduction to Speedway® Revolution

Speedway® Revolution is a stationary, small

form factor, UHF Gen2 RFID tag Reader. It

provides network connectivity between tag data

and enterprise system software. Speedway

Revolution offers many key features that

increase application flexibility:

 Low Power Usage

With a low power design, Speedway Revolution is capable of using Power over

Ethernet (PoE). Using PoE simplifies deployment and dramatically reduces costs and

greenhouse gas emissions of your RFID infrastructure. Using PoE does not

compromise Speedway Revolution performance. It delivers the full 30 dBm transmit

power

 Note: Using an AC/DC power module, the maximum transmit power is +32.5

dBm. Speedway Revolution supports the IEEE standard 802.3af for PoE.

 Compact Form Factor

The compact size of Speedway Revolution, 7.4 x 6.9 x 1.2 inches or

18.8 x 17.5 x 3 cm, eases installation in tight spaces and embedded applications.

 Two Models Available

Impinj offers two Speedway Revolution models, with different high performance

monostatic antenna port configurations. The transmitter and receiver use the same

port. The model R220 is a two-port configuration and the R420, shown above, is a

four-port configuration.

 High Performance Features

Speedway Revolution uses a variety of high performance features making it possible

to read more than 1100 tags per second. Features include Autoset, Low Duty Cycle,

dynamic antenna switching, inventory search modes that improve tag population

management, and receive sensitivity filtering for read-zone confinement.

 Ease of Use Features

Speedway Revolution uses industry-standard application interfaces; this simplifies

integration with RFID middleware or custom software solutions. It also offers

enterprise-class management and monitoring capability.

Figure 1.0 Speedway Revolution Reader

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 Robust Reader Design

Speedway Revolution uses a single circuit board design that delivers field-proven,

enterprise-class quality and reliability.

Speedway xPortal – Integrated Portal Reader

The xPortal is an integrated portal Reader. xPortal

incorporates the Speedway Revolution Reader with

innovative Dual-Linear Phased Array (DLPA) antenna

technology in a compact, easy-to-install package. The

Speedway xPortal delivers superior performance and

unmatched installation versatility for RFID read points at

doorways, hallways and general zone coverage in retail,

office, hospitality, and healthcare environments.

The configuring and using the xPortal is identical to the

Speedway R220 or R420 Readers. The following sections

also apply to the xPortal. Appendix C, Speedway xPortal

Installation, provides the unique installation and cable

hookup instructions l on page 54.

The xPortal is an integrated solution with the maximum

Reader-transmit power set at the factory to comply with

country of operation regulations. For use in the USA or

Canada under FCC rules, this is 28.5 dBm with xPortal‘s

7.5dBi antenna gain.

Speedway Antenna Hub –

The Speedway Antenna Hub allows the

expansion of each Speedway R420 antenna port

into 8-time-multiplexed antenna ports for a total

of 32 ports per Speedway R420 Reader. Hub

control is instrumented through a GPIO adaptor

and tightly integrated with the Octane firmware

(release 4.10 or higher) to deliver superior

antenna switching performance.

The antenna hub has a typical insertion loss of

1.2 dB and this loss can be factored into the

Figure 1.2 Speedway xPortal-Reader

Figure 1.3 Speedway Antenna Hub

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user‘s transmit power setting in the same manner as cable loss.

The configuration and use of the antenna hub is described in Appendix D.

Speedway xArray – Integrated Portal Reader

xArray is a high performance RFID reader with an integrated phased array antenna. The

unit can be mounted on a ceiling with power and control through a single Power-Over-

Ethernet (POE) connection.

The xArray is an integrated solution with the maximum Reader-transmit power set at the

factory to comply with country of operation regulations. For example, for operation in the

U.S., the reader transmit power is adjusted such that the xArray radiates a maximum of 4W

EIRP per FCC Part 15.247 guidelines.

Requirements for Using Speedway Revolution

Environmental Requirement

 Operating temperature: -20º C to +50º C (non-condensing).

Hardware Requirements

• TCP/IP network equipment is required to connect the Reader to a PC (Windows, Mac,

or Linux), or other network terminal.

Figure 1.4 Speedway xArray

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• Connecting to the Reader console port requires a Cisco type management cable (RJ-

45 to DB9) and either a RS-232 serial port or serial to USB adapter on the PC.

• Impinj-approved UHF RFID antenna or antennas, including associated RF cable or

cables with RP-TNC male connector interface.

Power Requirements

Warning: This product is intended to be

supplied with a Listed/Certified power

supply, marked LPS or Class 2, with 24Vdc

output, rated minimum 2.5A. Use of

alternative power supply will invalidate any

approval given to this device and may be

dangerous.

Avertissement: Ce produit est conçu

pour être alimenté avec une alimentation Mis

/ certifiés, marqué LPS ou de classe 2, avec

sortie 24V, 2,5 A nominal minimum.

Utilisation d'une autre alimentation annule

toute autorisation liée à cet appareil et peut

être dangereuse.

When supplied from an IEEE802.3af (Power over Ethernet) compliant power source which is

certified by the appropriate agencies, the RF transmit power is limited to +30dBm. When

supplied by the Impinj approved Listed/Certified power supply model number IPJ-A2002-

000, the RF transmit power supports upto +32.5dBm. Operating above +30 dBm requires

professional installation to comply with radio regulatory laws in many countries. See

Appendix A: Information Specific to Regions of Operation on page 35 for details.

Available AC power cords for the IPJ-A2002-000 power supply are:

 IPJ-A2051-USA (for North America)

 IPJ-A2051-EU1 (for European Union)

 IPJ-A2051-AUS (for Australia, New Zealand)

 IPJ-A2051-BRA (for Brazil)

 IPJ-A2051-CHN (for China)

 IPJ-A2051-JPN (for Japan)

 IPJ-A2051-RSA (for South Africa)

 IPJ-A2051-UK1 (for UK, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong)

Supported Operating Environments

This section describes the environments in which you can access the Speedway Revolution

RShell console used for configuring, monitoring, and maintaining the Reader. The tools you

use when accessing the RShell console depend on how you connect your PC to the Reader:

serial connection (RS-232) or Ethernet connection (SSH/Telnet). On PCs running Microsoft

Windows, you can now use Putty for both types of connections.

Table 1.1: Supported Operating Environments

Interface

Protocol

Recommended Tools

Microsoft Windows

Linux

Ethernet

SSH-Port 22

Telnet-Port 23

Putty 1

SSH or Telnet

Serial

RS-232

Putty (version 0.60 and

higher supports serial)

Minicom

1. http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/

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Supported Communication Protocol

For client control of the Reader, Speedway Revolution supports the EPCglobal Low Level

Reader Protocol (LLRP) v1.0.1. LLRP is an EPCglobal standard interface allowing

communication with the Reader, which in turn reads EPCglobal Gen 2 RFID tags.

Antenna Requirements

Depending on the Reader model you are installing, Speedway Revolution is equipped with

two (R220) or four (R420) independent, bidirectional, and full duplex TX/RX monostatic

antenna ports.

Antenna requirements vary by regulatory region. For details about the requirements in a

specific region, see the relevant antenna section in Appendix A: Information Specific to

Regions of Operation on page 35.

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Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting

Chapter 2: Installing and Connecting Speedway

Revolution

This chapter provides details about the Speedway Revolution I/O ports and status LEDs, and

explains how to install the Reader and connect it to your network.

Speedway Revolution Ports and LEDs

The following graphic illustrates the I/O ports located on the Speedway Revolution Reader.

This graphic illustrates a Speedway R420, which includes four antenna ports visible in Figure

2.2.

 Note: Both Speedway R420 and R220 models have the same exterior ports with one

exception; the R220 includes two antenna ports and the Speedway R420 includes four

antenna ports.

Figure 2.1 Speedway Revolution R420 Port Connections

 Note: See Appendix BAppendix B: GPIO Details for functional and electrical

specifications and details for each pin of the GPIO DE-15 connectors on page 51.

Antenna ports and LED status indicators are located on the back panel of the Reader. The

Speedway R420 graphic below illustrates their locations:

Figure 2.2 Speedway Revolution R420 Antenna Ports and Status LEDs

Default Restore

button

USB (Full

Speed) Device

(for future use)

Console

RJ-45 connector

(RS-232)

USB (Full

Speed) Host

(for future use)

+24Vdc locking

connector powered

via external power

10/100 base-T Ethernet

(Power over Ethernet)

GPIO DE-15

4 inputs, 4 outputs

with serial RS-232

Four RP-TCN RF antenna connectors (R420)

(R220 has two antenna connectors)

Reader

Status LED

Antenna 4 and

its status LED

Antenna 3 and

its status LED

Antenna 2 and

its status LED

Antenna 1 and

its status LED

Power status

LED

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The following table describes the LED behavior for various Reader states:

Table 2.1: Reader Operations and Associated LED Behavior

Reader Operation

LED

Expected Behavior

Startup (power on),

normal completion

Power applied,

attempting to start boot

code

Power

Solid red

Status

Off

Bootloader calling firm-

ware image

Power

Solid green

Status

Off

Bootloader completed

successfully, Reader is

ready

Power

Solid green

Status

Solid green

Startup (reset),

normal completion

Default Restore

button pressed

Power

Turns off

Status

Off

Default Restore button

pressed for 3

seconds

Power

Blinks once (red), indicates a

configuration default restore will

occur

Default Restore button

pressed for 10 seconds

Power

Blinks twice (red), indicates a

factory default restore will

occur. Resets Reader

configuration and removes CAP

(if present).

Startup (failure)

Hardware problems

detected, unable to boot

Power

Continuous blinking red

Status

Off

Upgrade activity

Upgrading the firmware

during boot process

Status

Alternates between red and

green

Detection of

antenna activity

Detects no activity on

antenna port

Antenna

Off

Detects antenna

transmission activity on

antenna port

Antenna

Solid green

Inventory activity

Performing an inventory

operation

Status

Blinks orange, blinks faster as

tag volume increases

LLRP activity

Active LLRP connection

Status

Double blink pattern (green)

LLRP activity

Disconnected operation

Status

Single blink pattern (green)

Installing and Connecting the Reader

The primary installation and connection steps for Speedway Revolution are:

1. Position the Reader appropriately for your environment. This may or may not involve

mounting the Reader.

2. Connect the antenna(s) to the appropriate ports on the Reader.

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3. Connect power to the Reader.

4. Connect the Reader to the network.

5. Configure region setting on the Reader (not required if FCC or ETSI).

6. Test the Reader installation by reading tags.

Detailed Installation Procedures

This section provides the details for each installation and connection step.

Step 1: Position the Speedway Revolution Reader and (optionally) Mount the

Reader

Choose the appropriate location for the Reader. Ideally you should always keep the unit

away from direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme temperatures, and sources of

electromagnetic interference. Any combination of these conditions may degrade

performance or shorten the life of the unit. Additionally, you need to account for the bend

radius of the coaxial cable at the antenna connection points – if mounting close to another

perpendicular object. The Speedway Reader supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and can

obtain its electrical power with data via standard cable in an Ethernet network.

If you plan to power the reading using an external universal power supply, confirm there is

a standard 120 or 220 VAC outlet nearby. Depending on your environment, you may need

to mount the Reader to a wall or another object.

To mount the Speedway Revolution Reader:

1. Locate the four mounting slots on the Reader, as illustrated below:

Figure 2.3 Speedway Revolution Mounting Locations

2. Using ¼ inch diameter bolt with 20 threads per inch (¼–20) or M6 screws, secure

the unit: mount the Reader either horizontally or vertically.

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Caution: If there is any chance of dust

or water exposure, you should mount the

Reader so that the Ethernet, USB, Console

and GPIO ports are facing down to prevent

ingress.

Attention: Si il n'y a aucune chance de

poussière ou d'eau exposition, vous devez

monter le lecteur de sorte que les ports

Ethernet, USB, console et GPIO sont orientés

vers le bas pour empêcher la pénétration.

Step 2: Connect the Antenna(s) to the Speedway Revolution Reader

Depending on the Speedway Revolution model you are installing, the Reader has either two

antenna ports (R220) or four antenna ports (R420). Each port is independent, bidirectional,

and full duplex TX/RX (monostatic).

Warning: You must use Impinj-approved

antennas with Speedway Revolution.

See Appendix A: Information Specific to

Regions of Operation on page 35 for a

detailed list of approved vendors. Using any

other antenna may adversely affect

performance or damage the Reader.

Speedway Revolution requires professional

installation to correctly set the TX power for

the RF cable and antenna selected.

Avertissement: Vous devez utiliser des

antennes Impinj-approuvés avec Speedway

Revolution. Voir l'Annexe A: Informations

Spécifiques aux Régions de l'Opération à la

page 34 pour une liste détaillée des

fournisseurs approuvés. Utilisation de toute

autre antenne peut affecter les performances

ou endommager le lecteur. Speedway

Revolution exige installation professionnelle

pour définir correctement la puissance

d'émission pour le câble RF et une antenne

sélectionné.

To connect the antenna(s) to Speedway Revolution:

1. Position each Reader antenna, keeping the following points in mind:

 Position the antenna(s) to achieve the most effective and efficient tag reads.

 Position the antenna(s) to maximize operator safety. Personnel should remain at

a safe distance at all times. See Appendix A: Information Specific to Regions of

Operation on page 35 for the specific requirements for your regulatory region.

2. Mount the antenna(s) according to the instructions provided by the antenna

manufacturer.

3. Attach the antenna cable(s) to the antenna port(s) on the Reader. Choose any port

for any antenna.

Finger-tighten each connection, making sure the connection is secure. The antenna

cable is properly tightened when you are no longer able to twist the cable inside the

connector.

 Note: A loose connection negatively impacts the performance of the antenna.

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Caution: Impinj designed the

Speedway Revolution antenna ports to be

self-terminating. It is important that you

do not terminate unused antenna ports.

Leave them unconnected.

Attention: Impinj conçu les ports

antenne de Speedway Revolution à auto-

terminaison. C‘est important que vous ne

résiliez pas ports d'antenne pas utilisés

Laisser-les sans rapport.

Step 3: Power the Reader

You have two choices for powering Speedway Revolution:

 Power over Ethernet (PoE)

 External universal power supply

If your network switch is PoE-enabled, the Reader will power on when you connect it to the

network.

If you are using an external universal power supply, connect the AC power plug into a

suitable 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz power outlet.

The boot sequence begins in either case when power is supplied to the Reader. This

sequence typically completes within 30 seconds. Once the boot sequence finishes, the

Reader accepts commands, not before. The Power and Status LEDs on the Reader alert you

the status. See Table 2.1 on page 9 for details.

! Important: If a Reader is receiving power via PoE and the Reader detects that an

external universal power supply has been connected, the Reader reboots and switches to

the external universal power supply source. If, however, the Reader is receiving power via

an external universal power supply and detects the connection to a PoE-enabled network

switch, nothing changes. The Reader continues to receive power from the external supply.

The external universal power supply always takes precedence over PoE because the

universal power supply is capable of higher power if both sources are connected.

Step 4: Connect Speedway Revolution to the Network

You are now ready to connect the installed Speedway Revolution to your network. You have

two options:

• If your network supports DHCP, you can connect the Reader directly to your Ethernet

network. Once the Reader is powered, immediately communicate with it via Telnet

(TCP/IP).

• If your network does not support DHCP, you will need to connect a PC directly to the

Reader using an RS-232 serial connection. Use the Reader‘s RShell command line

interface to configure a static IP address for the Reader. Once completed, you will be

able to connect the Reader to your Ethernet network.

Beginning with Octane 4.8 release WiFi is supported using an adapter connected to the USB

port on Speedway Revolution. Only WiFi adpaters using the Realtek 8187 chipset/driver are

supported. Contact Impinj to obtain a list of compatible WiFi USB adapters brands/models

and the RShell Reference Manual for details on how to configure.

Details for completing each connection option are discussed below. Before proceeding, make

note of the Reader‘s factory default network settings.

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Table 2.2: Default Network Settings

Settings

Description

Hostname

SpeedwayR-XX-XX-XX where XX-XX-XX is the last three bytes of the

Reader’s MAC address (which is printed on the version label attached to

the Reader case.

DHCP

Enabled. The Reader also reports its hostname to the DHCP server.

To connect Speedway Revolution to the Ethernet network:

 Using a standard Ethernet cable, connect the RJ-45 connector on the Reader to a

LAN drop or network switch. A typical network configuration is illustrated below:

Figure 2.4 Connecting Speedway Revolution to the Ethernet Network

 Note: If you need to connect a PC directly to the Ethernet port, you can use a standard

Ethernet cable. A crossover cable is not necessary.

Debugging Ethernet network connection:

Steps to try if you encounter difficulty in connecting to the Reader over TCP/IP:

1. ―ping‖ the Reader, i.e. ping speedwayr-10-28-42.local (for Revolution). If you are on

an enterprise network it is usually not required to use ‗.local‘

2. If the ping is NOT successful, it will likely return one of these three error messages:

 ―Ping request could not find host‖

 ―Request timed out‖

 ―Destination host unreachable‖

The likely cause is that your PC doesn‘t have Bonjour Print Services installed. Refer

to http://support.apple.com/kb/dl999 for installation instructions.

To connect Speedway Revolution to your PC over a serial connection:

1. Confirm you have the latest version of Putty, a free and reliable SSH, Telnet, and

serial client. Version 0.60 or higher contains support for serial connections.

2. Using a Cisco style Console cable RJ-45 to DB9, Impinj part number IPJ-A4000-000,

connect your PC‘s valid/active COM port to the serial port on the Reader as

illustrated below:

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Figure 2.5 Speedway Revolution Serial Connection

3. Power up the Reader and wait for the boot sequence to complete. (See Step 3:

Power the Reader on page 12.)

4. On the PC, run the Putty application and select the Serial connection option. Verify

that Serial line to connect to is set to COM1 (may be another COM port if you are

using a serial to USB adapter)

5. Set Speed to 115200.

6. Set Flow control to None.

Figure 2.6 Putty Configuration Settings

7. Select Open. The RShell console window opens.

8. Press Enter. The RShell login prompt displays.

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Figure 2.7 COM1 Putty Login Prompt

9. Log in with the following default credentials unless you customized them:

user name: root

password: impinj

10. When the RShell command line prompt displays, begin configuring the network

settings for the Reader. See Using RShell to Configure Network Settings for

Speedway Revolution on page 17 for details.

11. When you have completed configuration of the appropriate network settings, connect

the Reader to your Ethernet network as described on page 13.

 Note: If you decide to connect to DHCP after connecting serially, remember to use

RShell to change the IP address on the Reader from static to dynamic. See Using RShell

to Configure Network Settings for Speedway Revolution on page 17 for details.

Step 5: Configure the Region Setting on the Reader

GX1 or GX2 Reader models that support multiple countries required that the professional

installer set the specific region of operation. Note FCC or ETSI Readers cannot be altered

and only operate per the regulatory laws in USA/Canada, or European Union.

Warning: The RF settings must match

the country/region of operating to comply

with local laws and regulations. You, the

user, are responsible to ensure operation

with the correct RF settings and are solely

responsible for any fines and other damages

due to incorrect or non-compliant

country/region settings on your Reader.

Avertissement: Les paramètres RF

doivent correspondre au pays / région

d'exploitation se conformer aux lois et

règlements locaux. Vous, l'utilisateur, sont

chargés d'assurer le fonctionnement avec les

paramètres RF correctes et sont seuls

responsables de toutes les amendes et

autres dommages imputables à des

manipulations ou les paramètres de pays /

région non-conformes sur votre lecteur.

Out of the box, GX1 and GX2 Readers have no region configured (null region) and will not

transmit RFID signals. The region can be selected and set using the Reader‘s http interface

(web browser) or using RShell. The procedure to set region via web interface is as follows:

1. Connect to the Reader using a web browser http://<reader name or IP address>.

Examples: http://speedwayr-10-00-DD or http://10.0.10.44.

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2. Log in to the Reader;

user name: root

password: impinj

3. Select one of the available regions from the drop down list, see figure 2.8

 Note: if you do not see your country or region listed, contact Impinj regarding

current regulatory approval status.

4. Click the REBOOT button. When changing the Reader's operating region, the effect

of the change does not take effect until the next reboot. Attempting RFID operations

on the Reader after changing the region but before rebooting will result in undefined

behavior.

Figure 2.8 Change Regulatory Region Web Interface

Alternately, the following RShell commands will set or change a GX1 or GX2 region of

operation:

show system region – shows the configured region and list of selectable regions.

config system region X – set the region to region number X, example config

system region 15, sets region on GX1 to Singapore.

Step 6: Test the Installed Reader

Confirm connections and functionality is correct by reading tags. Using the MultiReader, a

Windows PC test application from Impinj, you can quickly verify Reader operation by

configuring various Reader parameters and running simple inventory operations. For details

about how to access and use MultiReader, see page 18.

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Speedway Revolution

This chapter provides a high-level view of the configuration and monitoring options available

for Speedway Revolution.

Configuring Speedway Revolution

You can think of Speedway Revolution configuration in two categories: configuring the

device itself and configuring the Reader‘s RF behavior. This chapter provides the basics for

each type of configuration.

Device Configuration

RShell is a proprietary command line management interface for configuring and managing

network settings, firmware upgrades, and other device-oriented operations. This chapter

introduces the RShell commands for installing and connecting the Reader. RShell Reference

Manual provides full details and syntax for all RShell commands.

 Note: RShell is a machine interface and is almost always backward-compatible with

previous Speedway Revolution versions. Existing inputs and outputs will never change.

When adding new commands, new optional arguments will be added at the end.

Using RShell to Configure Network Settings for Speedway Revolution

You can often get up and running with little or no configuration using the default

configuration settings in Speedway Revolution. If you are not using DHCP to assign IP

addresses, you will need to configure a few of the Reader‘s network settings.

The following procedure outlines the RShell commands you may need for connecting the

Reader to your network.

To configure the Reader’s network settings:

1. Open the RShell console (see page 13 for details).

2. View the Reader‘s current configuration settings by entering the show network

summary command at the RShell command prompt:

> show network summary

Status='0,Success'

PrimaryInterface='eth0'

ActiveInterface='eth0'

Hostname='SpeedwayR-00-00-B9'

connectionStatus='Connected'

ipAddressMode='Dynamic'

ipAddress='10.0.10.41'

ipMask='255.255.0.0'

gatewayAddress='10.0.0.10'

broadcastAddress='10.0.255.255'

LLAStatus='enabled'

3. Configure the appropriate TCP/IP parameters for your environment. The applicable

commands are:

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 Setting Hostname

> config network hostname <HOSTNAME>

 Setting Static IP Address

> config network ip static <IP ADDRESS> <NETMASK> <GATEWAY>

 Note: The IP address is required; the other parameters are optional. The default value

is used if an optional parameter is omitted from the ip command.

 Enabling DHCP

> config network ip dynamic

 Configuring NTP Servers

> config network ntp add <NTP SERVER ADDRESS>

4. After successfully configuring all required network settings, connect the Reader to

the network via the Speedway Revolution Ethernet port.

RF Configuration

Configuring your Reader‘s RF behavior depends entirely on your implementation approach.

You may be using a custom software application, middleware running on a server, or some

other approach. MultiReader (see below) is an example of a PC client application.

Regardless of the application you‘re using, the underlying protocol is the same—Low-Level

Reader Protocol (LLRP).

LLRP is a standard, asymmetric, binary protocol used for communication between a client

application and the Reader. LLRP controls the configuration of the antenna transmit power,

the receive sensitivity, the operating Reader, and more. For details about LLRP, see one or

more of the following documents:

 LLRP Standard: This document provides the specifics of the EPCglobal-ratified LLRP

standard. http://www.epcglobalinc.org/standards/llrp/llrp_1_0_1-standard-

20070813.pdf

 Octane LLRP: Provides details of the LLRP capabilities supported by Speedway

Revolution. It also describes custom LLRP extensions added by Impinj.

 Impinj LTK Programmer’s Guide: Is intended for software engineers and provides

guidelines and best practices for working with the LLRP Toolkit. In addition, software

engineers can access language-specific reference guides and sample applications

illustrating the scenarios discussed in the Programmer‘s Guide.

Using MultiReader to Configure and Test Speedway Revolution

Impinj provides a simple, easy-to-use LLRP application for configuring and testing the basic

RF behavior of Speedway Revolution. The MultiReader application is available from the

Impinj support Web site at support.impinj.com. MultiReader version 6.6.4 supports features

available with Octane 4.10.X firmware. To use MultiReader, your computer must be running

Microsoft Windows XP.

Note: MultiReader will install and operate on Windows7, but is not fully tested and

supported. We recommend MultiReader for test purposes only. MultiReader is now available

from ―downloads‖ at support.impinj.com.

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This section covers connecting to and configuring a Reader‘s RF parameters using

MultiReader. It also provides a high-level description of each parameter.

To configure and test a Reader from within MultiReader:

1. Install and launch the MultiReader application. The following screen displays:

Figure 3.1 MultiReader initial screen

2. Select Configure Settings. The Reader Settings screen displays:

Figure 3.2 MultiReader Reader Settings Connection Screen

3. Connect to the Reader by typing the Reader‘s IP address or hostname in the Name

or IP Address field.

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You can determine the name and the IP address via the RShell show network

summary command.

Note: The show network summary command provides the dynamic values returned by

DHCP or LLA if the current configuration is dynamic. The local hostname resolution feature

(mDNS) gives the reader a local hostname in addition to an IP address as its network

identity. On an isolated network that lacks DNS service but has mDNS enabled, a Reader

with hostname speedwayr-00-01-02, for example, may be reached using

speedwayr-00-01-02.local.

4. In Model, select the appropriate Speedway Revolution model (either Speedway R220

or Speedway R420). If you want MultiReader to issue a warning if it detects a model

other than what is configured, confirm Warn on the model mismatch checkbox is

selected. (Model mismatch is selected by default.)

5. If the Antenna Hub feature is enabled on the Reader, be sure to set Antenna Hub

Enabled to Yes.

Note: The Antenna Hub feature is only available on the Speedway Revolution R420. The

show anthub summary command indicates if the Antenna Hub has been enabled on the

Speedway Revolution. For MultiReader to work correctly, the feature status on the

Speedway Revolution must match

6. Configure the key RF parameters described below:

7. Under Reader 1, on the left side of the Reader Settings dialog box, select Modes, RF,

and Power. The following screen displays:

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Figure 3.3 MultiReader Reader Settings Settings Screen

8. In Reader Mode, select AutoSet Dense Reader. The Reader Mode specifies the

rules to use for communication between the Reader and tag. With AutoSet Dense

enabled, the Reader automatically senses the environment and adjusts the mode

accordingly.

9. In Search Mode, select Dual Target. In Session, select Session 1. Search Mode

and Session work together to control when and how often the Reader reads a tag.

The high-level functional description for the Reader is: Each tag contains a flag that

is flipped from A to B or from B to A when it is read. The Session value controls how

long the flag retains its value before reverting back to the original tag value. Search

Mode controls which flag values the Reader reads and, in some cases, what happens

to the flag value once the tag is read.

With Dual Target, the Reader reads all the tags with A flags, after reading the tags

the Reader flips each tag to B. When there are no more A tags to read, the Reader

reads all the B tags, flipping each one to A after it has been read. It continues this

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process back and forth from A to B and back to A. Session 1 ensures a persistence

period that prevents tags from reverting before they have all been read.

10. The Reader Antenna Port allows you to specify which physical ANT port (2 ports on a

R220, or 4 ports on a R420/R640) on the Speedway Revolution you are modifying.

When the Antenna Hub feature is disabled, each ANT port represents one antenna.

When the Antenna Hub feature is enabled, each ANT port will represent up to 8

distinct antennae. This depends on whether or not an Antenna Hub has been

detected on that port. If no hub is detected, then the port represents a single

antenna.

11. On the right of the screen is a checkbox for each of the Reader‘s antenna ports. By

default, all antennas are enabled. Deselect the checkbox for any port without a

connected antenna. Leaving all ports enabled does no harm, but increases

processing time because the Reader reads all enabled ports. The Reader verifies the

presence of an antenna before attempting to activate it.

12. Set the appropriate transmit power, Tx Power, and receive sensitivity, Rx

Sensitivity, for each enabled antenna. See Figure 3.3

Transmit power controls the power of the signal leaving the antenna and the signal

range. The optimal setting depends on many things:

 how you are powering the Reader

 cable length connecting the antenna to the Reader

 number of antennas in the area

 distance anticipated between the antenna and the tags

Use the default value of 30 dBm for testing purposes.

Receive sensitivity controls the tag signal threshold below which the Reader ignores

the tag. This parameter mitigates stray reads. Stray tags often have a weaker signal

than the tags to be read. The Max checkbox is selected by default, and tells the

Reader to read all tags, regardless of the tag‘s signal strength. This is known as its

Received Signal Strength Indicator—or RSSI.

When configuring a specific receive sensitivity, deselect the Max checkbox, and then

type the value you want for each connected antenna. The maximum sensitivity is -

80.

Remember, you are configuring the Reader to test your installation. Adjust these

settings later when you begin using the Reader in a live RFID operation if desired.

13. Select Apply. MultiReader displays a progress bar as it connects to the Reader.

When the connection completes, the following status displays at the bottom of the

application:

Figure 3.4 MultiReader Status Display

14. Test your Reader installation. Place one or more tags in the read-zone of one or

more of the attached antennas. Select START Inventory. Tag reads appear in the

large gray area on the left:

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Figure 3.5 MultiReader Tag Inventory Display

In this case, the Reader detected five tags. Because the search mode is Dual

Target, the Reader continuously reads the tags, first reading the A flags, and then

reading the B flags. Notice in the image above that one of the tag entries is a pinkish

color. The tag entry changes to red when a tag is not actively read. For example, if

you change the Search Mode to Single Target with Suppression, the Reader

reads each tag only once. All five entries would quickly turn red and stay red as

shown below.

Figure 3.6 MultiReader Tag Inventory Aging Display

If you see tag data appearing in MultiReader, your Reader is most likely installed

correctly and the antennas are functioning properly. If you do not see all the tags

you placed in the read-zone, try moving the tags to a slightly different location or

orientation.

15. Select STOP Inventory Run to stop the tag inventory process.

Monitoring Speedway Revolution

Use RShell to monitor the Reader health and performance when Speedway Revolution is up

and running. This section presents the primary RShell commands for viewing the network

and RFID statistics, plus the Reader logs. For details about these commands, see the RShell

Reference Manual.

Speedway Revolution also supports industry standard SNMP, with MIB2 and EPCglobal

Reader Management MIB. For more information, see the Octane SNMP Guide.

Viewing Network Parameters and Statistics

Use the RShell show network command to display networking parameters and

statistics. Using this command with the indicated parameters, you can view the

following information:

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Table 3.1: Show network Command Parameters

Parameter

Displayed Information

dhcp

Summary of DHCP client configuration

dhcp

Summary of DNS settings

icmp

ICMP statistics

IP statistics

ntp

Summary of NTP settings

summary

Summary of network settings

Parameter

Displayed Information

tcp

TCP statistics

udp

UDP statistics

For details about the specific settings and statistics available for each of these parameters,

see the RShell Reference Manual.

Viewing RFID Parameters and Statistics

Use the RShell show rfid stat command to display a Reader‘s RFID parameters and

statistics. Using this command with the appropriate parameter, you can view information

shown in the Parameter and display table below.

Table 3.2: Partial listing of show rfid stat parameters

Parameter

Displayed Information

ReaderOperationalStatus

Indicates whether RFID applications are

running on the Reader

Antenna<n>OperationalStatus

Indicates if an antenna is physically connected

to the Reader and operating properly. Note that

<n> indicates the antenna port on the Reader

(1-4).

Antenna<n>EnergizedTime

Indicates the time that antenna<n> has been

powered, in milliseconds.

Antenna<n>UniqueInventory-Count

Indicates the number of unique tags seen at

antenna<n>

Antenna<n>TotalInventory-Count

Indicates the total inventory count for

antenna<n>

Antenna<n>ReadCount

Indicates the number of tags read at

antenna<n> that matched the configured filters.

Antenna<n>FailedReadCount

Indicates the number of tags where a read was

attempted at antenna<n> because the tag

matched the configured filter, but the read

failed.

Table 3.2 shows a sample of the available RFID statistics. For the full list as well as syntax

details, see the RShell Reference Manual.

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Note: View Statistics on the LLRP interface between the Reader and a client by entering

the show rfid llrp stat command. The RShell Reference Manual provides details.

Configuring and Viewing Speedway Revolution Logs

Speedway Revolution uses the standard Syslog protocol to forward its logged events to a

remote Syslog server. The Reader stores the logged events in its file system, accumulating

and retaining this information across reboots. Logs are classified into three categories:

Management, RFID, and System.

All logged events have an associated severity level. There are eight possible levels listed in

decreasing order from most severe to least severe:

1. Emergency

2. Alert

3. Critical

4. Error

5. Warning

6. Notice

7. Info

8. Debug

Configure the log levels you want to display. The Reader then retains only the events with a

severity greater than or equal to the configured level. For example, if you choose a logging

level of Warning, then the logs will contain the following levels: Warning, Error, Critical,

Alert, and Emergency.

Note: Regardless of the configured log level, the Reader always retains logs of Error

level or higher in an independent log.

Use the RShell config logging command to configure options for the storage and forwarding

of logged events. Use the show logging command to display the logging configuration as

well as the actual logged information in text form. For details about these commands, see

the RShell Reference Manual.

Viewing the State of the Speedway Revolution Device

To display information about the current state of the Reader itself, use the RShell show

system command. Using this command allows viewing the following statistics:

 A summary of system information—show system summary

 Platform memory usage and available application space—show system cpu

 Generic platform statistics—show system platform

For more details about the show system command, see the RShell Reference Manual.

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Chapter 4: Upgrading the Speedway Revolution

Firmware

Speedway Revolution contains firmware known as Octane. The current version of Octane is

4.10. This chapter details manually upgrading a single Reader.

In addition to supporting upgrade procedures, Speedway Revolution also provides methods

for reverting firmware to a previous valid image and restoring firmware to factory default

settings. The procedure for reverting to the previous valid image is explained in this

chapter, while returning to factory defaults is explained in Chapter 5 on page 31.

A Brief Overview of the Speedway Revolution Firmware

To minimize downtime and maximize the robust handling of possible upgrade failures,

Speedway Revolution contains dual images of its firmware. When requesting a firmware

image upgrade, the Reader continues to operate using the primary image. In the

background, Speedway Revolution upgrades the secondary image. When the upgrade

completes, the Reader reboots to the newly upgraded image. Speedway Revolution retains

the previous firmware version in case there are problems with the upgrade.

There are three individual partitions within each firmware image that logically organize the

system software. Although you do not need a full understanding of this architecture to

perform a simple manual upgrade, it is a good idea to be familiar with its structure at a high

level. For a more in-depth discussion of the firmware and how firmware is organized, see

the Embedded Developer’s Guide.

The three partitions in firmware are:

1. System Operating Partition (SOP)—The SOP is the primary system partition of

the Speedway Revolution Reader. It contains the Linux kernel, FPGA firmware, RFID

management software, Reader management software (RShell), logging management

software, firmware upgrade control, system watchdog software, and the factory

default data.

2. System Persistent Partition (SPP)—Files in this partition are automatically

generated and maintained by the software running on the Reader. It contains the

Reader configuration (network settings, LLRP configuration, log settings, and so on),

Reader logs, and debug information used by Impinj engineers.

3. Custom Application Partition (CAP)—CAP partition contains custom application

software, other items required by the custom application (extra libraries or tools, and

configuration files), plus custom application logs.

Upgrading the Firmware

Speedway Revolution provides three methods for upgrading:

1. Using RShell, command line interface.

2. Copying the firmware to a USB memory drive and plugging into the Reader‘s host

port.

3. Via the web interface.

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Upgrading the Firmware using RShell:

1. Obtain the firmware upgrade file from the Impinj support Web site,

support.impinj.com. The upgrade file extension is .upg. (Example:

octane_4_10_0.upg).

2. Place the upgrade file on a server (http, tftp, or ftp) accessible by the Reader you are

upgrading.

3. Using the Putty application, connect the Reader using telnet, SSH or serial and log

in.

4. From the RShell command prompt, issue the following command:

> config image upgrade <URI>

Where <URI> is the server location and name of the upgrade file.

For example:

> config image upgrade http://usacorp/rfid/reader/image/

octane_4_10_0.upg

> config image upgrade ftp://anonymous:abc@myserver/

ftpdirecotry/octane_4_10_0.upg.upg

> tftp://server/octane_4_10_0.upg

5. After starting the upgrade, view the upgrade status at any time by issuing the

following command:

> show image summary

6. This command provides a display of the current upgrade status, the last operation,

the status of the last operation, and information about the primary and secondary

images. Reissue the show image summary command if you want to track the

upgrade status. Some status values you may see are:

WaitingForImageFileTransfer

WaitingForCommitImage

WaitingToActivateImmediate

The upgrade is complete when the UpgradeStatus parameter value is

Ready.

The LastOperation parameter should be WaitingToActivateImmediate and the

LastOperationStatus should be WaitingForManualReboot.

7. Reboot the Reader by issuing the following command:

> reboot

Speedway Revolution reboot process displays messages in the RShell console as it goes

through each stage of the process. The reboot completes then the Reader login prompt

displays on the console. The Reader status light displays solid green. LED Reader reboot

behavior details are provided on page 9.

Upgrading the Firmware with a USB Drive

Speedway Revolution running Octane 4.4 and later supports upgrading the firmware using a

USB drive.

First, obtain the firmware upgrade file from the Impinj support Web site,

support.impinj.com. The upgrade file extension is .upg. (Example: octane_4_8_0.upg).

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Preparing the USB Drive for upgrade

1. Insert a USB drive into your computer.

2. Create an impinj directory in the root of the USB drive along with the subdirectories

revolution, upgrade, and images. The names of the directory are case sensitive and

must all be lower case.

3. Copy the desired firmware upgrade .upg file into the

\impinj\revolution\upgrade\images\ directory.

Note: If multiple .upg files exist in the images directory, the Reader will use the

most recently modified file.

4. Remove the USB drive from your computer.

Using the USB Drive

1. Confirm that the Reader is ready for upgrade with both the Power and Status LEDs

illuminated.

2. Insert the USB drive into the ―USB Host‖ port on the Reader. Within 5-10 seconds,

the Reader will begin upgrading the Reader and the Power LED will blink amber. If

the Power LED remains solid green, the Reader likely cannot locate the images

directory and .upg file on the USB drive.

3. The upgrade process completes in 20-60 seconds and then the Power LED will

change to solid green.

5. Remove the USB drive from the ―USB Host‖ port and reboot the Reader.

During the upgrade process, the Reader will attempt to append information to a

―status.log‖ file in the ―impinj/revolution/upgrade‖ directory. The ―status.log‖ file is

intended to provide an audit trail for the upgrade of one or more Readers.

If the firmware upgrade process fails the Power LED will blink red. Remove the USB drive

reboot the Reader and check the ―status.log‖ file for the reason of the failure.

Upgrading the Firmware through the Impinj Management Web UI

1. Connect to the Reader using a web browser http://<reader name or IP address>.

Examples: http://speedwayr-10-00-DD or http://10.0.10.44.

2. Log in to the Reader;

user name: root

password: impinj

3. Click the Browse button and then select the firmware upgrade .upg file.

4. Click the Upgrade button.

5. After the upgrade is complete, click the reset button.

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Figure 4.1 Speedway Revolution Management Web Page

Figure 4.2 Close-up of Reader Upgrade and Reboot Section of Management Web

Page

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Chapter 4: Upgrading Firmware

To fall back to the previous image

1. To revert to the pre-upgrade image, enter the following command from the RShell

prompt:

> config image fallback

When the command completes successfully, the Reader automatically reboots and

returns to the login prompt.

2. Log in to the Reader. The pre-upgrade image is now running.



Note: If there is no valid previous image, the response to the config image

fallback command is Status=‘8, Permission-Denied’.

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Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with Speedway Revolution, this brief chapter presents a few

suggestions to correct the issue.

Returning to the Default Configuration

If you are experiencing a problem with the Reader and are having difficulty pinpointing the

cause, it is useful to return the Reader to a known state. We recommend resetting to the

default configuration. Then try your Reader again.

! Important: Configuration Default Restore returns the Reader configuration to its default

state. It leaves any custom applications installed in the CAP intact. To restore the Reader to

its default state and remove any CAP contents, use Factory Default Restore. See the

Warning on page 32.

There are two ways to return Speedway Revolution to its defaults:

1. Issue an RShell command.

2. Push the Default Restore button on the device.

To use RShell to return the Reader to its default configuration and leave CAP

intact

1. At the RShell prompt, enter the following command:

> config image default

When the command completes successfully, the Reader automatically reboots

and returns to the login prompt.

2. Log in to the Reader. The Reader is now running with the default configuration. CAP

applications are intact.

To use the Default Restore button on the Reader to restore to its default

configuration

1. Use an object with a sharp tip, such as a probe or paper clip to press and hold the

Default Restore button on the back of the Reader while applying power to the

Reader.

2. Continue holding the Default Restore button for 3 seconds after the Power LED light

turns off, but not longer than 10 seconds.

3. Release the Default Restore button when the LED blinks red once. The Reader will

boot up normally with the default configuration.

Figure 5.1 Default Restore button

Default Restore

button

Insert and hold sharp point here for

3 seconds. Release before 10

seconds.

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Warning: Pressing the Default Restore

button for 10 seconds or more will cause a

factory default restore to occur. The factory

default restore removes the Reader‘s custom

application partition (CAP) if one exists. The

Reader returns to the original, factory

shipped state. It is important to avoid

accidentally removing the CAP. There may

be situations where CAP removal is

necessary.

Avertissement: Appuyer sur le Défaut

Bouton Restaurer pendant 10 secondes ou

plus entraîne une restauration. D'usine par

défaut de se produire restaurer la valeur par

défaut supprime partition d'application

personnalisée du lecteur (CAP) s'il existe. Le

lecteur retourne à l'état usine original

expédié. C‘est important d'éviter de

supprimer accidentellement la CAP. Il peut y

avoir des situations où l'enlèvement de la

CAP est nécessaire.

The following table lists the default configuration values:

Table 5.1: Default Configuration Values

Parameter

Default Value

User

root

Password

impinj

Upgrade Retrieve Mode

Manual

Logging

No syslog servers

Management Logging Level

Error

RFID Logging Level

Error

System Logging Level

Error

Network Mode

Dynamic (DHCP)

DHCP Send Hostname

Hostname

speedwayr-xx-xx-xx

(where xx-xx-xx are the last three digits of the MAC

address)

Static DNS Servers

None

Static NTP Servers

None

LLRP Inbound Port

5084

LLRP Inbound Service

Enabled

LLRP Outbound Service

Enabled

LLRP Outbound Servers

None

LLRP Outbound Retry Secs

LLRP Outbound Timeout Secs

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Submitting Diagnostic Data for Analysis by Impinj Technical

Support

If Speedway Revolution is exhibiting RF behavior differing from what you expect and you

are unable to determine the cause, you may want to submit relevant data for analysis by

Impinj Technical Support. Using the Impinj MultiReader application, you can easily capture

data relating to the problem scenario. By creating and providing a Reader Diagnostic Data

file, Impinj‘s Technical Support team can troubleshoot your issue.

To capture data to a Reader Diagnostic Data file:

1. Open MultiReader and connect to the appropriate Speedway Revolution reader. See

page 17 for details.

2. Select Configure Settings to open the Reader Settings screen.

3. Verify that you are viewing the connection settings for Reader 1. If you are not,

select Reader 1 in the menu on the left.

4. In Control Reader, select No.

This setting value tells MultiReader that you do not want the MultiReader

configuration controlling the Reader. Changing this value is important because you

most likely want to capture data for a Reader operation that is being controlled by

your application.

If, however, you want to capture an RF scenario that is controlled by MultiReader,

set Control Reader to Yes.

5. In the menu on the left, select Data Capture. The following screen displays:

Figure 5.2 Reader Settings, Tag History & Debug Data Capture

Reader 1 is populated with the IP address. Login parameters are also populated. If these

values are incorrect, change them here. You can capture data for up to four Readers

simultaneously. In this example, we are capturing data one Reader.

6. Confirm that Capture is set to On.

7. Select Apply.

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MultiReader connects to the Reader and begins ―listening‖ for any RF activity. The Reader

captures data surrounding any RF activity it detects.

8. Perform the RF activity to submit for analysis.

9. Select File in the upper left corner of the application.

This completes the capture activity.

10. Select Save Debug Data.... A browse window opens.

11. Enter a file name and save the file in the desired location.

12. Send the .rdd file containing binary data to Impinj Technical Support.

Visit the Impinj support Web site, support.impinj.com., for submission details or talk

with your Impinj representative.

Note: Another option is to create a network trace using Wireshark, a free protocol

analyzer download from the Internet.

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Appendix A: Regions of Operation

Appendix A: Information Specific to Regions of

Operation

Speedway Revolution is designed to work in various regulatory regions. This appendix

contains frequency ranges and antenna requirements specific to each supported region.

Operation in North America

Frequency Plan

The FCC specifies frequency hopping across the North American spectrum allocated to UHF

RFID (902-928 MHz, with hopping occurring between 902.75-927.25 MHz in 500 KHz

steps). The frequency plan is further explained in the table below:

Table A.1: Frequency Plan for North America

Transmit Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

902.75

903.25

903.75

904.25

…

926.75

927.25

Antenna Requirements

Positioning

Position the antenna‘s surface at least 25 centimeters away from personnel working in the

area. This is an FCC positioning requirement. For more details, see the following FCC

bulletins:

 FCC OET Bulletin 65: Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human

Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields

 FCC OET Bulletin 56: Questions and Answers about Biological Effects and Potential

Hazards of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields

Installation

Speedway Revolution is capable of up to +32.5 dBm conducted power on the housing RF

connector and requires professional installation.

Power

Speedway Revolution may only be operated with Impinj-approved antennas and can radiate

no more than 36 dBm EIRP per FCC Part 15.247 regulations. The Speedway Revolution

output power may be increased to provide the maximum allowable EIRP subject to a

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maximum conducted power allowance of 30 dBm at the antenna connector. The maximum

allowable output power of the Reader can be set to satisfy both the conductor and radiated

maximum criteria. The expression for the maximum Reader power setting is:

Maximum power setting (in dBm) = the Smaller of:

(36 – Composite Antenna Gain (in dBm))

(30 + Cable Loss (in dBm))

where the composite antenna gain comprises the maximum linear antenna gain in dBi

minus any cable loss between the Reader and antenna in dB. Approved antenna vendors,

model numbers, and associated gain are listed in the next section.

Note: The composite antenna gain comprises the maximum linear antenna gain in dBi

minus any cable loss between the Reader and antenna in dB. Approved antenna vendors,

model numbers, and associated gain are listed in the next section.

Approved Antennas

 Laird Technologies model number S9028PCL/R (left- or right-hand CP), with

integrated 8 foot pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0301-USA (Mini-Guardrail) with SMA female connector; -

15 dBi gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0310-USA Threshold Antennas (IPJ-A0311-USA and IPJ-

A0311-EU1) with 12 inch integrated pigtail to BNC male connector, 6 dBi composite

gain.

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0400-USA, CSL CS-777-2 (Brickyard) with 7 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 2 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0401-USA or IPJ-A0402-USA (both Guardwall) with 6 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0404-000, Matchbox antenna with 20cm integrated

pigtall to SMA connector; -20 dBi composite gain.

 MA/COM MAAN-000246-FL1 integrated RFID floor-mounted stand (multiple

configurations available, 2 or 4 antennas left-hand and right-hand CP) with 8 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 MA/COM MAAN-000246-WL1 integrated RFID wall-mounted stand (multiple

configurations available, 2 antennas left-hand and right-hand CP) with 8 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 MTI MT-262006/TLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262006/TRH (right-hand CP) with RPTNC

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 6 dBi gain

 MTI MT-262013/NLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262013/NRH (right-hand CP) with Ntype

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 4.5 dBi gain

 MTI MT-262013/TLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262013/TRH (right-hand CP) with RPTNC

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 4.5 dBi gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT20TNA25 with 25 foot Belden

7806A RG-58 coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 5.5 dBi

composite gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT10CNA25 with 25 foot Belden

7806A coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 3.5 dBi

composite gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT10CNA25 with 6 foot Belden

7806A coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 5.4 dBi

composite gain

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Warning: The use of any antenna not

listed above may damage the Reader or

adversely affect performance.

Avertissement: L'utilisation de toute

antenne ne figurent pas ci-dessus peut

endommager le lecteur ou affecter les

performances.

Operation in European Union

Frequency Plan

For European operation, the Speedway Revolution Readers support the frequency plan listed

in Table A.2 and are compliant with the ratified ETSI EN 302 208 specification v.1.2.1. This

specification states that no listen-before-talk is performed, the maximum continuous

transmit time on a channel is four seconds, and the Reader enforces the 100 ms off time

before reusing the same channel.

Table A.2: Frequency Plan for European Union

Transmit Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

865.7

866.3

866.9

867.5

Antenna Requirements

Power

European regulations allow a maximum radiated power of 33 dBm ERP (Effective Radiated

Power) for high power RFID systems. The maximum Speedway Revolution output power is

determined by the following equation:

Maximum power setting (in dBm) = 33 – Antenna Gain (in dBd) + Cable loss (in dB)

For example, for an application with an antenna gain of 6 dBd and cable loss of 2 dB, the

Reader output power can be set no higher than 33-6+2 = 29 dBm. The maximum transmit

power of Speedway Revolution is 31.5dBm measured at the RF antenna port.

Note: It is important to apply the antenna gain expressed in dBd (dB with respect to a

dipole), which is equivalent to the isotropic antenna gain (in dBi) minus 2.15 dB.

Additionally, the antenna gain used to set the output power must be the maximum linear

gain of the applicable antenna. Approved antenna vendors, model numbers, and associated

gain are listed in the next section.

Approved Antennas

 Laird Technologies Model Number S8658PCL/R (left- or right-hand CP) with

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 3.85 dBd gain

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 Impinj Model Number IPJ-A0400-EU1, CSL CS-777-1 (Brickyard) with 7 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 0 dBd composite gain

 MTI MT-242032/NLH (left-hand CP) or MT-242032/NRH (right-hand CP) with Ntype

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 1.85 dBd gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. Model number IDANT10CEU25 (left-hand CP only) with

6 foot Belden 7806A coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector;

3.25 dBd composite gain

Warning: The use of any antenna not

listed above may damage the Reader or

adversely affect performance.

Avertissement: L'utilisation de toute

antenne ne figurent pas ci-dessus peut

endommager le lecteur ou affecter les

performances.

Operation in Other Global Regions

For operation and use in the Rest of the World (ROW), there are two models, GX1 or GX2.

Please contact Impinj to learn which countries and regions are currently certified.

Installation

Because Speedway Revolution is capable of up to +32.5 dBm conducted power on the

housing RF connector, professional installation is required.

Operation in China, Israel, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam

Regulations in these countries allow a maximum radiated power of 33 dBm ERP (Effective

Radiated Power) for high power RFID systems. The maximum Speedway Revolution output

power is determined by the following equation:

Maximum power setting (in dBm) = 33 – Antenna Gain (in dBd) + Cable loss (in dB)

For example, for an application with an antenna gain of 6 dBd and cable loss of 2 dB, the

Reader output power can be set no higher than 33-6+2 = 29 dBm. The maximum transmit

power of Speedway Revolution is 32.5dBm measured at the RF antenna port.

Note: It is important to apply the antenna gain expressed in dBd (dB with respect to a

dipole), which is equivalent to the isotropic antenna gain (in dBi) minus 2.15 dB. The

antenna gain used to set the output power must be the maximum linear gain of the

applicable antenna. Approved antenna vendors, model numbers, and associated gain are

listed in the following section.

Operation in Australia, Brazil, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Taiwan, Thailand, Uruguay, and

Latin America

Regulations in Australia, Brazil, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Taiwan, Thailand, Uruguay, and

Latin America allow maximum radiated power of 36 dBm EIRP. The Speedway Revolution

output power may be increased to provide the maximum allowable EIRP subject to a

maximum conducted power allowance as well. The maximum conducted power at the

antenna connector can be no more than 30 dBm. The maximum allowable output power of

the Reader can be set to satisfy both the conductor and radiated maximum criteria. The

expression for the maximum Reader power setting is:

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Maximum power setting (in dBm) = the Smaller of:

(36 – Composite Antenna Gain (in dBm))

(30 + Cable Loss (in dBm)),

where the composite antenna gain comprises the maximum linear antenna gain in dBi

minus any cable loss between the Reader and antenna in dB. Approved antenna vendors,

model numbers, and associated gain are listed in the next section.

Approved Antennas

Consult with your registered reseller or Impinj provider for guidance on antenna selection for your region

 Laird Technologies model number S9028PCL/R (left- or right-hand CP), with

integrated 8 foot pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0301-USA (Mini-Guardrail) with SMA female connector; -

15 dBi gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0310-USA (Threshold-T Antenna) with 12 inch integrated

pigtail to BNC male connector, 6 dBi composite gain.

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0400-USA, CSL CS-777-2 (Brickyard) with 7 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 2 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0401-USA or IPJ-A0402-USA (both Guardwall) with 6 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 Impinj model number IPJ-A0404-000, Matchbox antenna with 20cm integrated

pigtall to SMA connector; -20 dBi composite gain.

 MA/COM MAAN-000246-FL1 integrated RFID floor-mounted stand (multiple con-

figurations available, 2 or 4 antennas left-hand and right-hand CP) with 8 foot

integrated pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 MA/COM MAAN-000246-WL1 integrated RFID wall-mounted stand (multiple con-

figurations available, 2 antennas left-hand and right-hand CP) with 8 foot integrated

pigtail to RP-TNC male connector; 6 dBi composite gain

 MTI MT-262006/TLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262006/TRH (right-hand CP) with RP- TNC

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 6 dBi gain

 MTI MT-262013/NLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262013/NRH (right-hand CP) with N- type

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 4.5 dBi gain

 MTI MT-262013/TLH (left-hand CP) or MT-262013/TRH (right-hand CP) with RP- TNC

female connector (antennas available in IP54 or IP67 ratings); 4.5 dBi gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT20TNA25 with 25 foot Belden

7806A RG-58 coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 5.5 dBi

composite gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT10CNA25 with 25 foot Belden

7806A coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 3.5 dBi

composite gain

 Sensormatic Electronics Corp. model number IDANT10CNA25 with 6 foot Belden

7806A coaxial cable (0.1 dB per foot loss) to RP-TNC male connector; 5.4 dBi

composite gain

Warning: The use of any antenna not

listed above may damage the Reader or

adversely affect performance.

Avertissement: L'utilisation de toute

antenne ne figurent pas ci-dessus peut

endommager le lecteur ou affecter les

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performances.

Frequency Plans

The GX1 Reader operates over a subset of the FCC North American spectrum (902–928

MHz, with specific frequency and channel usage dictated by regulations of each country.

Frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) is used, with the exception of Israeli where

only a single channel is available. The specific frequency plans by country are listed in the

tables that follow.

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Table A.3 Australia operating frequency band is 920 to 926 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

925.25 MHz

925.75 MHz

Table A.4 Brazil operating frequency band is 902-907.5 and 915-928 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

902.750

903.250

903.750

904.250

904.750

905.250

905.750

906.250

906.750

907.250

915.250

915.750

916.250

916.750

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LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

917.250

917.750

918.250

918.750

919.250

919.750

920.250

920.750

921.250

921.750

922.250

922.750

923.250

923.750

924.250

924.750

925.250

925.750

926.250

926.750

927.250

Table A.5 Hong Kong operating frequency band is 920 to 925 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

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LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

Table A.6 Indonesia operating frequency band is 923 to 925 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

Table A.7 Israel operating frequency band is 915 to 917 MHz with 500 kHz channel spacing

with a single channel

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

916.25 MHz

Table A.8 Malaysia operating frequency band is 919 to 923 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

919.25 MHz

919.75 MHz

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

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Table A.9 New Zealand operating frequency band is 921.5 to 928 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

925.25 MHz

925.75 MHz

926.25 MHz

926.75 MHz

927.25 MHz

Table A.10 Philippines operating frequency band is 918 to 920 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

918.25 MHz

918.75 MHz

919.25 MHz

919.75 MHz

Table A.11 Singapore operating frequency band is 920 to 925 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

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LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

Table A.12 Taiwan operating frequency band is 922 to 928 MHz with 500 kHz channel spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

925.25 MHz

925.75 MHz

926.25 MHz

926.75 MHz

927.25 MHz

927.75 MHz

Table A.13 Thailand operating frequency band is 920 to 925 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

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LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

924.75 MHz

Table A.14 Uruguay operating frequency band is 916 to 928 MHz with 500 kHz channel

spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

916.25 MHz

916.75 MHz

917.25 MHz

917.75 MHz

918.25 MHz

918.75 MHz

919.25 MHz

919.75 MHz

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

925.25 MHz

925.75 MHz

926.25 MHz

926.75 MHz

927.25 MHz

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A.15 Vietnam operating frequency band is 920 to 925MHz with 500 kHz channel spacing.

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.25 MHz

920.75 MHz

921.25 MHz

921.75 MHz

922.25 MHz

922.75 MHz

923.25 MHz

923.75 MHz

924.25 MHz

924.75 MHz

Table A.16: Frequency Plan for Latin America

LLRP Channel Number

FCC Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

902.75

903.25

903.75

904.25

…

926.75

927.25

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The GX2 Reader supports China, Korea, and Republic of South Africa region. The specific

frequency plans by country are listed in the tables that follow.

Table A.17 China operating frequency band is 920.5 to 924.5MHz with 250kHz channel

spacing.

Frequency plan is compliant to the State Radio Regulatory Commission (SRRC) of China.

LLRP Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

920.625 MHz

920.875 MHz

921.125 MHz

921.375 MHz

921.625 MHz

921.875 MHz

922.125 MHz

922.375 MHz

922.625 MHz

922.875 MHz

923.125 MHz

923.375 MHz

923.625 MHz

923.875 MHz

924.125 MHz

924.375 MHz

Table A.18 Korea operating frequency band is 917 to 920.8MHz with 200kHz channel

bandwidth.

LLRP Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

917.3 MHz

917.9 MHz

918.5 MHz

919.1 MHz

919.7 MHz

920.3 MHz

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Table A.19 Republic of South Africa operating frequency band is 915.4 to 919MHz with

200kHz channel bandwidth.

LLRP Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

915.6 MHz

915.8 MHz

916.0 MHz

916.2 MHz

916.4 MHz

916.6 MHz

916.8 MHz

917.0 MHz

917.2 MHz

917.4 MHz

917.6 MHz

917.8 MHz

918.0 MHz

918.2 MHz

918.4 MHz

918.6 MHz

918.8 MHz

Operation in Japan

Frequency Plan

Speedway Revolution operates within the new 915.7 to 920.9MHz band recently approved

for use in Japan. The four high power channels that do not require carrier sense (LBT) are

supported as listed in the table that follows.

Table A.20: Frequency Plan for Japan

LLRP Channel Number

Center Frequency (MHz)

916.8

918.0

919.2

920.4

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Power

Speedway Revolution may only be operated with Impinj-approved antennas and can radiate

no more than 36 dBm EIRP per the Japan RFID regulations. The Speedway Revolution

output power is limited per the Japan RFID regulations to 30dBm.

Approved Antennas

Contact your value-added distributer that you obtained your Speedway Revolution Reader

for current list of approved antennas for use in Japan.

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Appendix B: GPIO Details

Speedway Revolution includes a multipurpose I/O port that contains an RS-232 serial port,

four opto-isolated inputs, four opto-isolated outputs, and a +5V supply. You access these

features through a DE15 connector mounted on the side of the Reader.

The four opto-isolated inputs have a range of 0–30V. The Reader treats an input of 0–0.8V

as a logic 0, and an input of 3–30V as a logic 1. The Reader has a per-input debounce

interval that is configurable via LLRP. (See the document titled Octane LLRP for more

information). This value dictates the minimum pulse width of an input. Impinj recommends

that external devices guarantee a minimum pulse width of at least 100 milliseconds.

The Reader also provides four opto-isolated outputs. For the GPIO outputs to function, an

external user supply must be connected between V+, and V-. The maximum voltage for this

supply is 30V. When the user configures a selected GPIO output via LLRP to output logic 0,

an isolated FET switch within the Reader effectively shorts that output to V- with a current

sink capability of up to 200mA. When the user configures a selected GPIO output to logic 1,

the selected output is pulled to V+ through a 10K resistor. If GPIO isolation is not required,

the Reader provides a +5V supply and a ground pin on the DE-15 that can be connected to

V+ and V-.

Figure B.1 shows the detailed function of each pin of the GPIO DE-15 connector.

Figure B.1 DE-15 GPIO Port Functions

Note: As described above, both the input and output pins are opto-isolated.

A GPIO box accessory (IPJ-A5000-000) is available from your authorized reseller or systems

integrator. Additional information on this product is available atwww.impinj.com.

Warning: Do not attach a lightstack or

other output device that requires a

Revolution output to sink more

than 200mA. Attaching non-approved

Avertissement: Ne pas fixer

d'lightstack ou tout autre périphérique de

sortie qui nécessite une sortie de la

Revolution à s'enfoncer de plus de 200mA.

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devices will result in unrecoverable damage

to the Reader and is not covered by

warranty as it is outside the specified

operating parameters.

Connexion de périphériques non autorisés

entraînera des dommages irréparables pour

le lecteur et n'est pas couvert par la garantie

car il est en dehors des paramètres de

fonctionnement spécifiées.

Tables B.1 and B.2 explain the function of each pin.

Table B1: DB-15 Connector Pin-Out

I/O Name

I/O Function

+5V Supply

Reader supplied (not isolated) power source

RS-232 RX

For auxiliary serial port functions

RS-232

TX For auxiliary serial port functions

Processor Reset

Reserved for future use. . Do not connect this

pin to any signal

V+

Power source for isolated outputs

V-

Return for isolated inputs and outputs

Ground

Reader (not isolated) return

User OUT 1

Isolated output 1 (active pull down to V-)

User OUT 2

Isolated output 1 (active pull down to V-)

User OUT 3

Isolated output 3 (active pull down to V-)

User OUT 4

Isolated output 4 (active pull down to V-)

User IN 1

Isolated input 1

User IN 3

Isolated input 3

User IN 4

Isolated input 4

Table B.2: GPIO Interface Electrical Specification

Parameter

Description

Min

Max

Unit

Conditions

+5V Supply

Output current

200

User IN 1-4

VIH

HIGH level input

voltage

User IN 1-4

VIL

LOW level input

voltage

0.8

User IN 1-4

VLI

Input current

24V input

User IN 1-4

Input voltage

range

No damage

User Out 1-4

VOH

Output high

voltage

V+*

10K pullup

User Out 1-4

VOL

Output low

voltage

(V-)

100mA load

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+0.5

User Out 1-4

Supply voltage

range (V+ - V-)

*User-supplied voltage

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Appendix C: Speedway xPortal Installation

This section covers three unique aspects of using the xPortal product

1. RF Beam Pattern

2. Mounting the xPortal assembly

3. Attaching cables via Conduit

RF Beam Pattern

The Speedway xPortal has antenna beams that point upwards and downwards. This

increases the total area covered by the portal. The unit is intended to be mounted at waist

height on the wall. The lower beam covers the tag populations near the floor, while the

upper beam reads tags at the top of tall pallets. Tags located at waist height are likely to be

read by both beams.

Figure C.1 xPortal Simulated RF Beam Patterns

Mounting the xPortal

Referring to Figure C.3, the xPortal has many different mounting options:

1. Vesa mounts (http://www.vesa.org/) is a standard LCD screen / computer monitor

mounting pattern. There are many off-the-shelf brackets, arms, and stands that use

the hole pattern shown in the red square on the Figure C.2 .

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 8 total holes with M4 threads

 Outer square pattern is 100mm on each side

 Inner square pattern is 75 mm on each side

 ¼ inch diameter bolt with 20 threads per inch (¼-20) internally threaded studs

2. Common hardware using ¼-20 hardware. This hardware is typically employed in

most T-slot extrusion designs (see http://www.8020.net/). Show in the Green

circles on the figure.

3. Keyhole slots and through-holes. Holes are sized to allow clearance for ¼-20 screws.

These holes allow you to mount the unit flush to a wall. Shown in the Blue ovals on

the figure.

It is your responsibility to determine if the chosen screws can support the weight of the

xPortal. Since the xPortal weighs approximately 6.5 pounds (3kg), it can be installed on

drywall without needing to locate studs.

The yellow circles on the figure highlight two knock-outs that can be removed if you wish to

run cables into the unit directly from the wall. This provides a very clean installation, with

no cables visible from the front.

Figure C.2 xPortal Mounting Hole Types and Locations

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Conduit Attachment

The round openings in the top and bottom of xPortal are designed so you can run metallic

conduit directly to the unit. This allows Ethernet or power cables to be protected by

standard EMT (electrical metallic tubing). The holes are sized for ½ inch trade size conduit

connectors, or where metric conduit is used, 16mm trade size. Larger sizes of conduit (such

as ¾ inch) can be used with the proper adapters. See example Figure 3 below.

The following photos highlight the usage options.

Figure C.3 ½ inch conduit with a threaded nut flange connector

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Figure C.4 Threaded ½ inch conduit connector

Figure C.5 ½ inch conduit with a snap in flange connector

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Figure C.6 Snap in ½ inch conduit connector

Figure C.7 A squeeze connector for the larger ¾ inch conduit

tubing size. The connector has a nut and threads sized for the

½ inch conduit hole.

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Figure C.8 ¾ inch conduit squeeze connector, with a

threaded interface to ½ inch conduit hole.

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Appendix D: Speedway Antenna Hub Installation

Speedway Antenna Hub Solution Checklist

Before starting, make sure that you have all the necessary and following items:

 1 Speedway Antenna Hub (IPJ-A6001-000) Required components (available

separately):

 1 Speedway Revolution R420 Reader with Octane firmware v4.10 or higher (IPJ-REV-

R420)

 1 GPIO Adapter for Antenna Hub (IPJ-A6051-000)

 RF Cables (various)

 Cat5 cables for control channel (not sold by Impinj)

 Antennas (various)

 MultiReader software version 6.8 or higher

 Optional – up to 3 additional Antenna Hubs

Figure D.1 Speedway R420 Reader with four antenna hubs and GPIO adaptor for

a total of 32 RF antenna ports.

Setting Up a Speedway Antenna Hub System

1) Check the Firmware Version on your Speedway R420 Reader.

a) Connect to Reader WebUI using a web browser

http://<reader name or IP address>

b) Log in to the Reader. The Default credentials are:

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user name: root

password: impinj

c) Note the ―Software Version‖ shown on the WebUI. If it is 4.10.0.240 or later, then no

additional action is required. Otherwise, ask your authorized Impinj partner or reseller for

the latest Octane firmware release and upgrade using the ―Reader Upgrade‖ utility in the

WebUI.

2) Enable the Antenna Hub Feature.

a) In the WebUI, click on the ―Enable‖ button in the Antenna Hub section to enable the

feature. You will need to manually reboot the Reader (click on the reboot button in the

WebUI) for the changes to take effect.

b) The Antenna Hub environment can also be enabled from Rshell using the command

below and then rebooting the Reader:

>config feature enable anthub

3) Connect the cables.

a) All cable connections should be made with the Reader powered off.

b) Use RF cables for RF signal connections.

a. Requires cables with SMA male connectors for the Antenna Hub connection and R-

TNC female connectors for the Reader connections.

b. Attach the RF cable to the appropriate Reader antenna port and Antenna Hub input

port.

NOTE: Antenna Hub ports are marked 1 through 8 to show the port ordering. These port

markings correspond to a different antenna number sequence when connected to the

Reader and GPIO Adapter ports 2, 3, or 4 (as referenced in the diagram).

c. Connect the appropriate RF cables between the Antenna Hub output ports and

antennas.

d. Leave unused ports empty or terminated.

c) Connect GPIO Adapter with Digital signal cables.

a. Use the cable provided with the GPIO Adapter to connect the Reader at its GPIO port

to the GPIO Adapter.

b. Use standard Cat5 cable to connect the GPIO Adapter and Antenna Hub using the RJ-

45 connectors.

IMPORTANT: Check that the Reader antenna port number and GPIO Adapter output

port number match at the same Antenna Hub (For example, Reader antenna port 1

and GPIO Adapter port 1 are connected to the same Antenna Hub). The system will

not operate correctly with mismatched wiring.

d) Power the Reader and confirm the Antenna Hub LEDs light in sequence verifying that

the Reader is enabled and operating.

e) Click Check connections in the WebUI Antenna Hub page for help with any connection

issues.

4) Affix the Antenna hub or hubs.

a) Mount the hub using 1/4 inch mounting holes.

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b) It may be necessary to temporarily disconnect RF cables. The Reader must be powered

off to access the mounting holes.

5) Next Steps

a) Set up the Reader following instructions in the Speedway Revolution Installation and

Operations Guide.

b) Develop your controlling application using the LLRP Toolkit.

c) Visit http://support.impinj.com for helpful information and recommendations.

Hub Feature Enable and Diagnostics Using the Web-UI

1. Connect the Reader using a web browser http://<reader name or IP address> to enable

features and diagnostic tools

Examples: http://speedwayr-10-00-DD or http://10.0.10.44.

2. Log in to the Reader;

user name: root

password: impinj

When the Antenna Hub feature is enabled, the Antenna Hub section on the main Reader

web page will display Enabled. Click Show for the Antenna Hub Page.

Figure D.2 Close-up of Antenna Hub Section of Management Web Page

Click Show for the Antenna Hub web page and click the Check Connections button to

query the Antenna Hub connection state. This causes the Reader to query each port for a

connected Antenna Hub status. Click Stop Checking to stop querying the Reader for

connection states.

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Figure D.3 Four Antenna Hubs Detected

The bottom of the Antenna Hub page displays the details about each Antenna Hub, or

Disconnected for unused GPIO Adapter ports.

Figure D.4 One Antenna Hub Detected

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If an Antenna Hub displays an error or is not connected properly, the green check on the

connected Antenna Hub will be replaced by a red X or caution icon as explained in the key

on the bottom right of the page.

Figure D.4 Antenna Hub Confirmations

The table below describes the Antenna Hub icons and their meanings.

Table D-1 Antenna Hub Connection Icons

Icon

Icon Label

Meaning



Connected

The cable is correctly connected.

Cabling Error

The cable is either not connected or

incorrectly connected.

Init Error

An error occurred while initializing the hub.

RF Cable

Connect RF cables at indicated locations

Cat5 Cable

Connect Cat5 cables at indicated locations.

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Notices

Appendix E: Speedway xArray Installation

This Appendix locates the Speedway xArray I/O ports.

+24 VDC Locking

Connector powered

via external Power

10/100 base-T

Ethernet (Power

over Ethernet)

Figure E.1 xArray I/O Ports

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Appendix C: Speedway xPortal Installation

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