Intermec Technologies IM4 IM4 User Manual IP4 Handheld Instructions

Intermec Technologies Corporation IM4 IP4 Handheld Instructions

Users Manual

578-100-137 Revision A Page 1 of 1 *578-100-137A* *578-100-137A* Compliance Statement Insert Device Name: RF Identification Serial Radio Module Model Number: IM4 FCC ID: EHAIM4 The responsible party for the compliance of this device is: Intermec Technologies Corporation 6001 36th Avenue West Everett, WA 98203 USA (425) 348-2600 This product conforms to the following approvals. The user(s) of this product are cautioned to use accessories and peripherals approved by Intermec Technologies Corporation. The use of accessories other than those recommended, or changes to this product that are not approved by Intermec Technologies Corporation, may void the compliance of this product and may result in the loss of the users authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Digital Emissions Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the radio of television receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the computer equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the radio or television receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help. Canadian Digital Apparatus Compliance This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. Warning: per the FCC and Canadian RF (radio frequency) exposure requirements, 1) Antennas must be supplied and installed as recommended by Intermec Technologies Corporation to ensure compliance to RF exposure requirements. The antennas approved for use are listed in the Intermec accessories guide for the IM4 PC Card. Correct antenna mounting is fully described within the Intermec IM4 PC Card Users Guide. 2) When installing and using Intermec Technologies Corporation-approved remote antennas associated the RFID reader, a 20-cm (8-inch) passing distance must be maintained from any body part of the user, or near by persons, and the remote antenna. The antenna must not be touched during transmitter operation. 3) Cables attached to the remote antennas must have a minimum length as provided from Intermec Technologies Corporation to insure the proper losses to control RF exposure. 4) RF safety requirements mandate this device cannot be co-located with other transmitters unless such co-location is specifically approved by the FCC. 5) Integrators of the radio module are obligated to pursue regulatory approval and labeling of this transmitter under FCC Part 2 and Part 15 rules. Industry Canada approval and labeling requirements must be met for marketing of the integrated product in Canada. Warning: Per Canadian RF exposure requirements, 1) The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
InstructionsHandheldReaderIP4
2 IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsPacking ListChecktoensurethatyoureceivetheseitems:SIntermecRHandheld Reader (UHF)SBattery Pack (p/n: 318-014-001)SCompliance StatementSWarranty CardSetting up Your 700 Color MobileComputerBeforeusingyourHandheldReaderwiththe700ColorMobileComputer you need to load the Handheld Reader CAB filesonto your mobile computer. Do that by going to either of thesetwo sources:S700 Series Color Software Tools CD-ROM (p/n:235-099-001)SIntermec Developer’s Library available on the Intermec website www.intermec.com
3IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsConnecting the Handheld Reader to the700 Color Mobile ComputerRF Exposure regulations limit exposure toradiofrequency (RF) radiation. To comply withthese regulations, operators of this device mustmaintain a distance of at least 20 cm. (8 inches)from the cover on the antenna assembly (Thecover on the antenna is the dome shaped surface).Whilethedeviceison,theoperator’sbodyandparts of the body such as eyes, hands, or head,must be 20 cm. (8 inches) or farther from thecover of the antenna assembly.Note: DO NOT remove the IR reflector from theinside of the Handheld Reader. This IR reflector aidsin the communication of the IrDA signal betweenthe Handheld Reader and your Mobile ComputerNote: You also need to install the IR Reflector onyour 700 Mobile Computer when using it with yourHandheld Reader. Please reference document Instal-lation Instructions IR Reflector for 700 Color MobileComputer using an IP3 Reader Handle pn:962000048A.Gold IR Reflector DO NOT REMOVE
4 IP4 Handheld Reader Instructions1Slide your Mobile Computer into your Handheld Reader.2Ensure it slides in all the way. Your Mobile Computer com-municates with the Reader via the IrDA. Therefore, the IrDAsignal passing from the Handheld Reader must have a goodIrDA acceptance on the side of the Mobile Computer. Youwill hear a click when you have the Mobile Computer com-pletely inserted into the Handheld Reader.Mobile Computer fully engaged into Handheld Reader3Attach the two retaining screws. Ensure that they go straightinto the mobile computer openings.Ensure retaining screws gostraight into the slots on yourmobile computer
5IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsRemoving the 700 Color Mobile Computer fromHandheld Reader4Remove the two retaining screws.5Grasp the 700 Color Mobile Computer at the display end,and simultaneously lift up (away from the Reader), then pullforward.Handheld Reader LED Location andExplanationLEDs position(top to bottom)1, 2, 3, 4, 5Reader labelHandheld Reader LED ExplanationLED Indicates Meaning1PWR +5 Power is On. Reader is ready. LED Green2HOST COMM Data communication with Host is active. LEDGreen3RF ON RF Power is On. LED Green4TAG COMM Valid tag transaction. LED Green5BATT Battery condition:Low (RED) less than 20% capacityFull (GREEN) more than 80% capacityBetween 20-80% capacity (ORANGE)
6 IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsBattery Installation and RemovalTo charge the battery contained in your Handheld Reader, it isnecessary to remove the battery from the handle and place it inthe IP3U Dual Battery Pack Charger. This charging unitcharges the battery in four hours.1To install the battery into the Handheld Reader, insert thebattery (tilt to fit into notch) into the compartment openingand press in until the latch on the bottom of the battery snapsclosed. The battery tab on the top of the battery pack fits intothe notch in the compartment.Battery tabBattery latch2To remove the battery pack, push the battery release latchforward and remove the battery pack from the handle.Battery release latch
7IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsUsing the Handheld Reader1Charge battery four hours before using the first time.2Squeeze trigger on Reader to check capacity of battery (bot-tom LED).3Aim the Reader front at the RFID Tag and squeeze the trig-ger. To obtain a good first time read, you need to be withinthree feet of the RFID Tag.Reader frontTrigger
8 IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsPerformance SpecificationsYou can expect to read at least six tags per second up to threefeet. Attempting to read tags beyond these specificationsproduces poor results.Sometimes using the Reader continuously reading tags mayresult in the unit overheating. This causes the Reader to stopreading tags. Allow the Reader to cool and get back withintemperature range then the Reader will return to good tag reads.915 MHz SpecificationsFrequency reference Source Spec DetailSource type Frequency hopperFrequency band 902-928 MHzTransmitter Spec DetailOutput power1 w maximumminimum: 28.5 dBmtypical: 29.5 dBmmaximum: 30.0 dBmModulation 99%, 40 dB on/offData Rates 33 to 40 kbpsEnvironmental SpecificationsTemperature Spec DetailOperating 32°F to +122°F(0°C to +50°C)Non-Operating -22°F to +158°F(-30°C to +70°C)Humidity Spec DetailOperating 5-95% Relative, Non-Condensing
9IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsOverall PerformanceDispatch Rates Spec DetailRFID tag identification rate At lease six tags per second with one totentagsintheRFfield,locatedathalfthemaximum read distance from the Readerfront panel.RFID tag read distance 36 inchesRFID tag data exchange rates Read a tag containing 8 bytes of datawithin 50 mS.Perform a verified write to a tag at an av-erage rate of 75 mS per byte per tag.Firmware ArchitectureFirmware Spec DetailCommunicates in one mode: Application PeripheralInterface (API).Protocol/Compatibility ANSI NCITS 256.2000 for API, part 2, part 3-1.Reader Configuration Access SummaryFunction Responsibile Party Control MachanismChange Country Code Factory or IntermecField TechnicianHardware key or config-uration tag etc.Download updatedfirmwareRemote or on-site fieldtechnicianIntermec-only passwordSetup, system configura-tion not secured at high-er level (i.e. change bat-tery wake up defaultetc.)Customer System Ad-ministratorConfiguration file, etc.
10 IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsGlobal Services and SupportWarranty InformationTo understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit theIntermec web site at http://www.intermec.com and click Service& Support. The Intermec Global Sales & Service page appears.From the Service & Support menu, move your pointer overSupport,andthenclickWarranty.Disclaimerofwarranties:Thesamplecodeincludedinthisdoc-ument is presented for reference only. The code does not neces-sarily represent complete, tested programs. The code is provided“as is with all faults.” All warranties are expressly disclaimed,including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitnessfor a particular purpose.Web SupportVisit the Intermec web site at http://www.intermec.com todownload our current manuals in PDF format. To order printedversions of the Intermec manuals, contact your local Intermecrepresentative or distributor.Visit the Intermec technical knowledge base (Knowledge Cen-tral) at http://intermec.custhelp.com to review technical infor-mation or to request technical support for your Intermec prod-uct.
11IP4 Handheld Reader InstructionsTelephone SupportThese services are available from Intermec Technologies Corpo-ration.Service DescriptionIn the U.S.A. and Canadacall 1-800-755-5505 andchoose this optionOrder IntermecproductsSPlace an order.SAsk about anexisting order.1 and then choose 2Order Intermec media Order printer labelsand ribbons.1 and then choose 1Order spare parts Order spare parts. 1 or 2 and then choose 4Technical Support Talk to technicalsupport about yourIntermec product.2 and then choose 2Service SGet a returnauthorizationnumber forauthorized servicecenter repair.SRequest an on-siterepair technician.2 and then choose 1Service contracts SAsk about anexisting contract.SRenew a contract.SInquire aboutrepair billing orother serviceinvoicing questions.1 or 2 and then choose 3Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, contact your local Intermecrepresentative. To search for your local representative, from theIntermec web site, click Contact.
Corporate Headquarters6001 36th Avenue WestEverett, Washington 98203U.S.A.tel 425.348.2600fax 425.355.9551www.intermec.comIP4 Handheld Reader Instructions*943-002-001*P/N 943-002-001e 2005 by Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved.

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