Invengo Information Technology XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader with WiFi transmitter User Manual XCRF 500

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PrefaceThis manual applies to the XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Readermanufactured by Invengo.This manual provides the information on the XC2900-F6C’sinstallation, operation, maintenance and repair and other features, tothe personnel for installation, operation and maintenance of thisXC2900-F6C.The word Invengo and are either trademark or registeredtrademark of Invengo Information Technology Co., Ltd.The information contained herein is provided solely for the purposeof allowing users to operate and service Invengo-manufacturedXC2900-F6C, and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for anyother purpose without written permission of Invengo InformationTechnology Co., Ltd.Information and specifications contained in this document aresubject to change without prior notice and do not represent acommitment on the part of Invengo.The features offered by the XC2900-F6C may vary depending onthe configurations.
Main ContentsOverviewFeaturesDimensions & WeightStructure Characteristics & Operation PrincipleFrequently Used Functions & SettingsIntroducing Optional ModulesIntroducing RFID ModulesNotesMaintaining & Troubleshooting the XC2900-F6CTransport and storagePackage & Unpacking the XC2900-F6CAfter Sale Service
Safety InstructionsYour safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions inthis document before handling and operating Invengo equipment. You can beseriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not followthe cautions. WarningA warning alerts you of an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statementthat must be strictly observed to avoid death or serious injury to the personsoperating on the equipment. NoticeA Note either provides: extra information about a topic or alerts to an operatingprocedure, practice, condition, or statement or corruption or loss of data, orcontains special instructions for handling a particular condition or set ofcircumstances.
Contents1. Before You Begin ...................................................................................... 11.1. Introducing the XC2900-F6C ......................................................... 11.2. Model information .......................................................................... 11.3. Applications.................................................................................... 11.4. General requirements .................................................................... 21.5. Safety and precautions .................................................................. 22. Features ..................................................................................................... 33. Dimensions & Weight ................................................................................ 43.1. Dimensions .................................................................................... 43.2. Weight ............................................................................................ 44. Structure & Operating Principles ............................................................... 64.1. Components & Operating Principles ............................................. 64.1.1. Components................................................................................... 64.1.2. Understanding the panel ............................................................... 84.1.3. Understanding the LEDs ............................................................... 94.1.4. Understanding the keys ............................................................... 105. Configuring the XC2900-F6C .................................................................. 115.1. Screen Calibration ....................................................................... 115.2. Query battery power Info & backlight control .............................. 115.3. Volume & sound .......................................................................... 125.4. Install USB driver and synchronize data ..................................... 135.5. Understanding the keypad ........................................................... 165.6. Configuring power management scheme.................................... 175.7. Modules power control................................................................. 185.8. Set auto start................................................................................ 205.9. Set “quick launch program” ......................................................... 205.10. Power-down protection ................................................................ 216. Introducing Optional Modules .................................................................. 226.1. Wi-Fi modules .............................................................................. 226.2. Barcode module ........................................................................... 246.2.1. Barcode engine specs & supported formats ............................... 24
6.2.2. Read barcode with module .......................................................... 246.2.3. Read barcode with Demo ............................................................ 267. Introducing RFID Module......................................................................... 297.1. Understanding RFID module ....................................................... 297.1.1. Brief introduction .......................................................................... 297.1.2. Specifications ............................................................................... 297.2. Introducing Demo ........................................................................ 297.2.1. Demo application environment .................................................... 297.2.2. Installing & launching Demo ........................................................ 297.2.3. Running demo.............................................................................. 307.3. Demo operation ........................................................................... 317.3.1. Scan tag ....................................................................................... 317.3.2. Read and write EPC number ....................................................... 337.3.3. Read and write user data ............................................................ 357.3.4. Setting .......................................................................................... 377.3.5. Operating frequency .................................................................... 387.3.6. Setting power ............................................................................... 407.3.7. RFID module version ................................................................... 417.3.8. Tag security ................................................................................. 427.3.9. About Version .............................................................................. 437.4. About APIs ................................................................................... 448. Notes........................................................................................................ 458.1. Installing battery ........................................................................... 458.2. Power supply management ......................................................... 458.3. Recommended USB storage device models............................... 468.4. Abnormal power-down ................................................................. 478.5. Replace the battery ...................................................................... 478.6. Install TF/SIM card ....................................................................... 489. Maintenance & Troubleshooting.............................................................. 499.1. Daily Maintenance ....................................................................... 499.2. Troubleshooting the XC2900-F6C ............................................... 499.3. Optimizing RF communication ..................................................... 529.3.1. Signal interference ....................................................................... 53
9.3.2. Signal Attenuation/Reflection ...................................................... 5310. Transportation & Storage ........................................................................ 5610.1. Transportation .............................................................................. 5610.2. Storage ........................................................................................ 5610.3. Package of the XC2900-F6C ....................................................... 5610.4. Unpacking the XC2900-F6C ........................................................ 5611. After sale service ..................................................................................... 5711.1. After sale Service ......................................................................... 5711.2. Additional Information .................................................................. 57
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual11. Before You Begin1.1. Introducing the XC2900-F6CThe XC2900-F6C handheld reader from Invengo is an RFID reader thatprovides connectivity between tag data and an RFID reader system. TheXC2900-F6C supports the RF Air Protocol ISO18000-6C. The robust designcombines with an impressive array of integrated features and functionality toenable highly cost-effective mobile RFID solutions that allows you to bring theread/write device to the tagged product rather than moving tagged products pasta fixed reader.Figure 1-1 XC2900-F6C1.2. Model informationThis XC2900-F6C provides a variety of functional modules to suit yourapplications requirements. The model and functions as outlined below:Basic Model: includes Host PDA and RFID module.Optional modules: one/two-dimensional bar code imager, Wi-Fi module andother modules. The XC2900-F6C equipped with desired module/s is tested atfactory before shipment.1.3. Applications
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual2The Invengo’s ultra high frequency (UHF) handheld reader XC2900-F6Cprovides all the RFID and control functions required to communicate with avariety of UHF transponders which are ISO 18000-6C (EPCglobal Class 1Gen 2)compliant.The XC2900-F6C are well suited for a variety of applications including butnot limited to: warehousing, retail, logistics, enterprise transportation andwoke-in-process.1.4. General requirementsA, Operation temperature: -10 ~ +50B, Storage temperature: -20 ~ +70C, Humidity: 5% ~ 80%, non-condensingD, Battery: 3.7V (DC)E, Power adapter: Input: 100V ~ 240VAC, 50 ~ 60Hz Output: DC5V/4AF, 20 days standby time, 8 hours battery operation(read 10 times / minute)1.5. Safety and precautions Avoid long-term exposure to RFID when operating the XC2900-F6C. Read and understand Safety Instructions before operating the XC2900-F6C. Any radio transmission equipment, including the XC2900-F6C, may causeRF interference to medical devices without appropriate protection measure. TheXC2900-F6C may cause interference to other electronic devices.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual32. FeaturesHigh-performance embedded CPU, 320X240 pixels, 3.5-inch color touchscreen;Indicator showing the reader’s operation status;Data exchange via USB interface with PC terminals / specified models of Udisks;.Net SDK and standard environments for secondary development;Embedded self-test programs assist with equipment debugging and some ofthe test functions;Optional TF card slot, expandable up to 2G;Adaptive mainstream one/two-dimensional bar code (optional feature);Network connection via Wi-Fi wireless communication module, APs (optionalfeature).
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual43. Dimensions & Weight3.1. DimensionsLength×Width×Height = 235.9mm×98.5mm×187mm/9.23in×3.88in×7.36inFigure 3-1 Dimensions3.2. Weight0.9Kg/1.98lb (configuration dependent)
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual64. Structure & Operating PrinciplesThis section introduces the components, internal structure, operatingprinciples of modules, and interfaces of the XC2900-F6C.4.1. Components & Operating Principles4.1.1. ComponentsFigure 4-1 shows the front view of the XC2900-F6C:Figure 4-1 XC2900-F6C front view - barcode lens;Typically, the barcode imager window is black and in “off” state. The XC2900-F6C equipped with barcode module from Invengo enables 1/2D adaptive barcode functionalities. - antenna;The antenna features excellent stability, and robust read/write range.The rear view of the XC2900-F6C shows in Figure 4-2:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual7Figure 4-2 XC2900-F6C rear view ——Power socketPower socket: Use DC5V / 4A power adapter for charging on theXC2900-F6C. The power indicator blinks while charging; charging indicator ison when the XC2900-F6C is full charged; ——USB host󰃥USB Host󰃦USB Host port: used to connect the USB devices, for example, the specifiedUSB storage devices and SD card reader; ——USB slave port󰃥USB Slave󰃦USB Slave port: used to connect the host PC, and to exchange data withhost via synchronization software.The right view of XC2900-F6C shows in Figure 4-3:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual8Figure 4-3 XC2900-F6C right view1——battery compartmentThe XC2900-F6C features a 5400mAh battery, which can be taken out of thebattery compartment by removing the battery door.There is a “Reset” hole in the battery compartment. The Windows CE systemcan be rebooted by pressing the hole.2——Handle and triggerThe XC2900-F6C is equipped with a handle and a trigger.3——RFID podThe XC2900-F6C features a high performance RFID module.4——Stylus5——Headphone jack4.1.2. Understanding the panel
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual9Figure 4-4 XC2900-F6C front panelThere are 4 LEDs and a keypad on the front panel of the XC2900-F6C.4.1.3. Understanding the LEDs Power LEDPower LED is on when the battery is sufficient;Power LED blinks when charging the XC2900-F6C;Power LED rapidly blinks when the power of XC2900-F6C is low, andthe XC2900-F6C is not charged;Power LED remains off when the XC2900-F6C is automatically ormanually set to hibernating mode, or has no power. Wi-Fi LED
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual10Wi-Fi LED remains on when the Wi-Fi module is in operation andremains off when the Wi-Fi module is deactivated.Understanding the LEDs: Power LED (charging LED, power low alarm LED) Wi-Fi LED4.1.4. Understanding the keys Backlight key Volume key BackspaceKey types: Blue function key Yellow function key custom key Special function keys Numeric keys Letter keys
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual115. Configuring the XC2900-F6C5.1. Screen CalibrationTo calibrate the screen, navigate “My device” “Control Panel”“Stylus” “Calibrate”. Click “Recalibrate” and save configuration as shown inFigure 5-1:Figure 5-1 Control panel  Stylus5.2. Query battery power Info & backlight control[Battery capacity, Charge status query] To query the current overall power,click "Power Update" on the screen.When the battery status bar shows:"No battery" indicates the XC2900-F6C is powered with a charger;"Battery" indicates the XC2900-F6C is battery-powered; "The battery is charging."indicates the battery is charging. "Battery charging completed." indicates that thebattery is fully charged. It appears in Figure 5-2.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual12Figure 5-2 Control panel  Power and LCD control[Backlight Control] Navigate "Desktop"  "Local Modules"  " Power andLCD Control". Move slide bar icon or click the buttons on both sides to adjust thebrightness of the LCD. User can also press to adjust the backlightbrightness.5.3. Volume & soundNavigate "My Device"  "Control Panel"  "Volume & Sound". Move theslide bar icon or click the buttons on both sides to adjust the speaker volume asshown in Figure 5-3a.To turn the XC2900-F6C to "mute" state, press . To cancel “mute”state, press and "Speaker Setup" dialog box appears as shown in Figure5-3b. Select "Yes" button to turn on the speaker, and select "No" to turn off thespeaker.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual13Figure 5-3a Control panel volume & soundFigure 5-3b Speaker Setup5.4. Install USB driver and synchronize data1. Connect the XC2900-F6C to a PC with the enclosed USB cable. If the system status bar shows "New equipment can be used.", installingthe USB driver is not required. If "new equipment required to install the driver file" dialog box is promoted,navigate "Browse"  "XC2900-F6C CD-ROM"  "Software Packages"  "USBDriver" folder. As shown in Figure 5-4:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual14Figure 5-4 Install USB driver2. Install the synchronization softwareNavigate "XC2900-F6C CD-ROM"  "Software Packages"  "Sync" "ActiveSync4.5_CN_setup.msi"; and follow the prompts to install the software.3. Reboot XC2900-F6C after the synchronization software installation iscompleted. Click on "System Power - Reboot". PC devices will prompt a messageindicating that the connection is completed.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual15Figure 5-5 Set up a partnership4. If the synchronization software does not respond after connecting the PCwith the XC2900-F6C, search for the XC2900-F6C with the synchronizationsoftware. As follows: As shown Figure 5-6, navigate "File"  "Connect"  "Next"; Wait until "port search" process is completed. Enter "your device notdetected" screen as shown Figure 5-7. Click "Cancel" button, thesynchronization software will search for the XC2900-F6C.Figure 5-6 ActiveSync screen Figure 5-7 Port search screen5. When synchronizing connection is successful, Navigate "Explorer" "Mobile Equipment" for file transfer or software development.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual16Figure 5-8 My computermobile device Figure 5-9 Icon and contentRemarks:<1>USB driver supported by Windows XP, Windows Server 2000 and WindowsServer 2003;<2> Do not reverse the order of the above steps, install the USB driver and theninstall the synchronization software;<3> If the above two steps are completed and the system does not respond, trythe following steps:1, wait for some more time, let the computer to find the USB drive.2, press "ENTER" key to enable the XC2900-F6C to enter "standby"mode and then press "ENTER" key to awake the XC2900-F6C.3, press the trigger + ENTER to reboot the XC2900-F6C.5.5. Understanding the keypadKeys on the XC2900-F6C are categorized into functional, numeric, andletter keys and LEDs.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual17Figure 5-10 Keypad layout1. Numeric keys and letter keys are used to input numbers and letters.2. Backlight󰃩 Mute󰃩 Backspace3. When clicked one time, the left blue characters keys will be enabledonce; when clicked two times, and the left keys will remain enabled until the userclick any key.4. When clicked one time, the right yellow characters keys will beenabled once; when clicked two times, the keys will remain enabled until the userclick any key.5. Shift is case key. Click the key and input an upper case letter. Clicktwice, the upper case letter input mode enabled until the key is clicked.6. Long press this key to enable the XC2900-F6C enter standbymode; click this key once to return to normal working condition.5.6. Configuring power management scheme
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual18When the XC2900-F6C is battery powered or charging, different powermanagement schemes are used with an aim to improve the battery navigation.Navigate “My Device” “Control Panel””Power” “Scheme”; in “Scheme”, usercan configure “Power Use Scheme” as shown in Figure 5-11.Figure 5-11 Power schemes5.7. Modules power controlIn order to facilitate operation on the modules, the operating systemprovides multiple power interfaces to control the modules (e.g. RFID, bar code,Wi-Fi), which can be located in “Desktop” “Local Module” “Bar Code andModule Power Control”  “Module Power Configuration”. Change the modulepower supply mode by clicking the icons as shown in Figure 5-12b. Forinformation of "power and LCD control" see section 5.2. The "Build Time" oninformation bar is the software version setup time. Version is the software versionnumber. Click "Module Power Setup" to navigate to "Barcode Test and ModulePower Setup" screen. The current power status of each module will be displayed."AC Power": charging theXC2900."Battery Power":battery-powered state."User Idle": The userdoses not operate thereader. When the set uptime arrives, the LCDscreen willautomatically enter alow power state and thescreen becomes black.Each module is stillrunning. Click on thescreen or press any key,and the system willreturn to normal state."Suspending": the readeris not operating. When thesetup time arrives, all themodules will be poweredoff, including the LCDscreen. Long press on"Enter" key to bring thesystem back to normalstate, and to power on themodule to operate."System Idle": the systemapplication is notrunning. When the set-uptime arrives, the systemwill power off the module,and stop working. The userare required to manuallypower on the module tooperate.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual19Click on the button to change the power state of each module as shown in Figure5-12c:Figure 5-12a Figure 5-12bFigure 5-12c Module power setupButton 1, 2, 3 and 4 shown in Figure 5-12c are used in a one-dimensional barcode operation (described in detail in 6.2.2). Button 5 is the RFID module powercontrol button; Button 7 is the barcode imager module power control button;Button 8 is the Wi-Fi module power control button. Check the module is powered on before operation.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual205.8. Set auto startAfter cold booting or removing the battery, the XC2900-F6C will restore thefactory configuration, and the user settings will not be saved. To facilitate theoperation, the XC2900-F6C offers the auto-start function, which enables the autostart of the desired configuration programs. Configure as follows:Create a text file called "startup.txt" , and then copy to [my device] [InvengoFlash] directory with the PC synchronization software, ActiveSync. Writefollowing data on the “startup.txt”:1. Users can set up the auto launch program of Windows directory afterbooting the system, as follows: Open the “startup.txt”, Enter [program fullname.Extension name]. For example, just type [locMods.exe] in the file to startthe " locMods" program in the Windows directory when booting the XC2900-F6C.The program will be automatically started when booting the XC2900-F6C.2 Users can set up the launch of the program in [InvengoFlash], as follows:Open the “startup.txt”, enter [the process name. Extension name]. For example,just type [locMods.exe] in the file to start the " locMods" program in the“InvengoFlash” when booting the XC2900-F6C.The program will be automatically started when booting the XC2900-F6C.5.9. Set “quick launch program”When the XC2900-F6C is “cold-booted” or the battery is removed, theXC2900-F6C will restore the default configuration. The XC2900-F6C features“Quick Launch Program” function. Double-click the icon “Configurable QuickLaunch” to configure the programs as follows:Navigate “My Device” and create or save a file named “Launch.txt” in thedirectory of “InvengoFlash” with ActiveSync.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual211. User can set the “Quick Launch Programs” on “InvengoFlash” as follows: inputthe [program complete name.extension name] in the “launch.txt”, and click thedesktop icon/s. For example: input [demo.exe] in the “launch.txt”, and click thedesktop icon to run the “demo” program.2. The program/s installed in SD card can be set to be as “Quick LaunchProgram/s” as follows: open “launch.txt”, input [program completename.extension name]. For example: input [demo.exe] in the “launch.txt” and thedesktop icon will appear. Note: Input Only one program name in a separate line in the“launch.txt’.5.10. Power-down protectionTo save the settings before battery replacement, strictly operate as follows:When the battery power is low, Set the XC2900-F6C to standby mode, and thenreplace the battery (The XC2900-F6C in standby mode can maintain standbywithin 15 seconds after power-down) within 15 seconds. Rebooting theXC2900-F6C is not required when the battery replacement is completed within 15seconds. Press the Enter key to wake up system, and the system parametersconfiguration and user data remains unchanged. If the battery replacement takes more than 15 seconds, reboot theXC2900-F6C. (Press the trigger + Enter key to reset the 2900).
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual226. Introducing Optional ModulesThe XC2900-F6C is equipped with WINCE5.0 operating system, offering arobust scalability. The user can flexibly use optional modules, including "one /two-dimensional bar code" module, "Wi-Fi" module and other modules to meetapplication requirements.6.1. Wi-Fi modulesThe optional Wi-Fi module extends the wireless LAN transmission function.Common operations are introduced as follows:Power setting: click “Local Modules”, click “Modules Power Control” and click“Wi-Fi Close” to power on the Wi-Fi module as shown in Figure 6-1:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual23Figure 6-1 Power on Wi-Fi moduleConnection settings: when the system pops up the following screen, select a hostin "AP host list", and then click "Connect." When the network connection iscompleted, a network icon appears in the status bar. Double-click this icon to seethe relevant IP information. As shown in Figure 6-2.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual246-2:Figure 6-2 Wi-Fi module setting6.2. Barcode module6.2.1. Barcode engine specs & supported formatsTwo-dimensional bar code:Resolution: 752 X 480 pixelsScan Mode: Trigger mode and interrupt modeSupported symbologies:One- dimensional symbologies: Code 39, Code 128, Codabar, UPC, EAN,ITF25, RSS, Code 93, Code blockTwo- dimensional symbologies:: PDF 417, MicroPDF417, Maxi Code, Datamatrix, QR Code, Aztec, Aztec Mesa, Code 49, UCC Composite6.2.2. Read barcode with moduleClick on the desktop "Local Modules" icon as shown Figure 6-3. In thepop-up dialog box, click the "Module Power Control" button, as shown in Figure6-3b. A "Module Power Setup" dialog box appears as shown in Figure 6-3c. Clickthe "Barcode open" button once. Then click [BCRead] button once and click theAP host listConnect
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual25[BCRead] button once to read a barcode supporting the one-dimensional barcode (IS4823) placed within the effective range. Barcode data appears in the“Data column”.Figure 6-3Understanding the buttons:Closeport button is used to close or open the barcode imagerClear Display button is used to empty the data in the boxBCAim button is used to open aiming light for the imager.Data column Barcode dataRead one-dimensionalbarcode
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual266.2.3. Read barcode with DemoNavigate the main interface of RFID Demo software, and click the title barand a drop-down menu pops up:Figure 6-4Then click on the "Barcode" menu item and pop up the read barcodeinterface:Figure 6-5
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual27Select the appropriate barcode imager types: Symbol 1D/2D barcode imager,Honeywell 1D barcode imager, and Honeywell 1D/2D barcode imager:Figure 6-6Click "Scan Barcode" or pull the trigger to read barcode/s:Figure 6-7
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual28 For info on barcode module development methods see 2.7 Readbarcode on " XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader Programmer's ReferenceManual".
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual297. Introducing RFID Module7.1. Understanding RFID module7.1.1. Brief introductionThe RFID module operates the ISO18000-6C compliant tags manufacturedby different vendors located within an average read/write distance of 3 meters,especially for long-distance tagging application.7.1.2. Specifications Frequency: 902 MHz ~ 928MHz RF output power: 21dBm, 24dBm, 27dBm Modulation: PR-ASK Mode: Trigger operation, The XC2900 performs one read operation when thetrigger on the XC2900-F6C is pulled for one time; Scan operation, theXC2900-F6C keeps continuous read operation until the trigger is released. Read distance: 0-3m (configuration dependent) Write distance: 0-1.2m (configuration dependent) Supported tag data capacity: up to 62 bytes EPC numbers, up to 14 bytesTIDs, and up to 510 bytes user data.7.2. Introducing DemoDemo offers the functionalities for controlling XC2900-F6C reader system,setting parameter, querying parameter, and reading data and writing data on thetags.7.2.1. Demo application environmentWindows CE 5.0 and .Net Compact Framework 2.07.2.2. Installing & launching Demo1). Installation: First, install the XC2900-F6C synchronization software“Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5”, and establish communication between the
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual30XC2900-F6C and the PC. The users can locate the installation files ActiveSync inthe directory on the XC2900-F6C.Copy the folder of “Demo" in the XC2900-F6C CD-ROM to the directory on Flash memory card (InvengoFlash) on "the XC2900-F6C". Then double-click "XC2900DEMO.exe" file to launch the Demo program.2). Launch the demo: Double-click the "XC2900Demo" icon to launch theDemo program. This shortcut points to the application software on the Flashmemory card and Demo folder. The screen appears as follows:Figure 7-1 XC2900-F6C main screen7.2.3. Running demoRunning demo until the interface appears, as shown:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual31Figure 7-2 Demo main screen Note: Navigate "Input panel" on the drop-down menu to open or closethe soft keyboard.7.3. Demo operation7.3.1. Scan tagAfter launching Demo, the scan tag screen appears:Click onthe title barpopupmenuClose appMinimizeprogram
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual32Figure 7-3 Scan tagUsers can perform scan TIDs or EPC numbers operation. Click the "Singleread" button to command the reader to read a TID or an EPC number. Click on"Scan" button to continuously read the TIDs or EPC numbers which will show inthe text box as shown below:Figure 7-4 Read TID
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual33Click the "Clear" button to delete all the data in the text box. Operatingresults information will be displayed in the information column.Note: before reading user data or filtering tag/s operations, select a TID inthe text box.7.3.2. Read and write EPC numberOn “Read and write data” screen, select the tag data type “EPC” as follows:Figure 7-5 Read EPC numberThe selected TIDs/EPC will be automatically added to the drop-down boxfor selecting TID / EPC. Click “Read” button to acquire the tag's EPC number.The acquired EPC number will be displayed in the text box (to change thedata length will not affect the length of EPC number to read, valid only forreading user data).Select a tag for EPC write operation, and then enter the tag accesspassword (the default is "00000000"), and enter the EPC data to be written(the user can enter their own data, but also it can be achieved by adjustingthe length of the data to enable the program randomly generate EPC number.The input data must be of an even number), and finally click the “Write” buttonThe drop-down box forselecting TID / EPC
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual34to complete the write operation. operating results information will be displayedin the information column.Figure 7-6 Write EPC numberFigure 7-7 Write EPC completed
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual357.3.3. Read and write user dataThe write data screen appears. Select the data tag type “Userdata” asfollows:Figure 7-8 Read and write dataIn the "scan tag" screen, user can acquire the TIDs/EPC which will beautomatically added the drop-down box for selecting TID / EPC when navigatingthe write data screen. Set the data bank’s starting address and the data length,and then enter the tag access password (the default is "00000000". Operation willfail if the password is not entered or an incorrect password is entered). Click the"read" button to command the reader to read the user data bank on the target tag.Operating results information will be displayed in the information column:The drop-down box forselecting TID / EPC
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual36Figure 7-9 Read user dataSelect the TIDs, select the starting address and data length, write the desireddata in the bank, enter the tag access password (the default is "00000000"), clickthe “write” button, and click the "yes" button in the pop-up box. As shown:Figure 7-10 Write user data
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual37Figure 7-11 Write data completed7.3.4. SettingSelect the "Settings" screen for setting the read rate.Continuous scan interval: refers to the interval between two reads in the"scanning" mode. Decreasing the value enables faster scanning.Read tag(TID/EPC) timeout: refers to the maximum time required to wait forthe data returned from the RFID module when performing read TID/EPC numberoperation.Read user data timeout: refers to the maximum time required to wait for thedata returned from the RFID module when performing read user data operation.Read the tag’s Q value: the number of tags located in the effective readerfield should be less than 2Q-1, ranging from 0 to 15. The default is 3. Set as 0when reading one tag.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual38Figure 7-12 Settings7.3.5. Operating frequencyIn the main screen click on the title bar, a drop-down menu pops up. Selectmenu "Parameter setting" as shown:Figure 7-13 Main screen
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual39Figure 7-14 Operating frequencyBand: switch between FCC and CN operating frequency band;Mode: the frequency point can be queried and set. Click “Query” to query thefrequency point as shown:Figure 7-15 Query frequency point
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual40Select “FH“ in “Mode”󰃩 select the desired frequency, and click “>” to add thedesired frequency or “>>” to add all frequencies available. Click “Set”. The screenappears:Figure 7-16 Setting frequency completed7.3.6. Setting powerSelect “Parameter setting” and the screen appears:
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual41Figure 7-17 Setting powerAntenna power mainly affects read and write distance; the greater the power,the longer the read/write distance. When entering the page, the screen displaysthe current antenna power. Users can select the desired power level in thedrop-down list, and click "Set" button.7.3.7. RFID module versionSelect the "Version" screen to view the model of RFID, the software version,the hardware version of the RFID module.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual42Figure 7-18 Version info7.3.8. Tag securityIn the main screen, click the title bar and a drop-down menu pops up. Select“Tag settings”. Following functionalities can be performed: modify tag’s accesspassword, and lock or unlock data bank/s. Select a TID, and enter the accesspassword. Select the desired operations, input the relevant data, and click “set”.Setting options include:Access password: to modify the current access password. Enter thehexadecimal characters, 4 bytes length;Tag Lock: to lock or unlock banks on tag, including: TID, EPC, user data,access password, and all the banks. Select the desired lock or unlock operation;
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual43Figure 7-19 Tag securityNote that the new access password will take effect only if the operation oflock tag data is completed after the access password is changed.7.3.9. About VersionClick the title bar in the main screen and a drop-down menu appears. Select"About" menu to view the demo version info and the dynamic library version infoand company information.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual44Figure 7-20 About7.4. About APIsThe APIs are the middleware of the XC2900-F6C and the applicationsoftware, which provides the interfaces for secondary software development forthe system integrator or end-user.For more information view [CD-ROM] - [RFID module] - [RFID-F6C]. For information on API calling and application software development, refer to the XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader Programmer's Reference Manual.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual458. Notes8.1. Installing batteryRemove the battery compartment door, and install the battery as follows:Correct installation:Position the right contact points of battery to contact the correspondingcontact points in the battery compartment, and apply force on the other side ofbattery to push the battery into the compartment as shown in Figure 10-1Figure 8-1Incorrect installation:1) Vertically apply force on the battery and insert the battery into the batterycompartment, which may result in insufficient contact or damage to the powersupply component.2) Position the left contact points of battery to contact the corresponding contactpoints in the battery compartment, and apply force on the other side of battery toattach the battery into the compartment, which may result in insufficient contact ordamage to the power supply component.8.2. Power supply managementTo increase the XC2900-F6C‘s battery power navigation time, the XC2900-F6Cuses a flexible power management method as follows.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual461) Power control: The reader system in default configuration will not automaticallyswitch to the standby mode. There are two ways to switch to the power-savingstandby mode.A) Press Enter key for about 2s, the system will switch to standby mode.M) According to the methods in [3.7 Configuring Power ManagementScheme], set and switch the system to the different power-saving mode.2) Module Control: in standby mode all modules are powered off; the systemswitches to low power consumption mode. However, due to the module’scharacteristics, when the XC2900-F6C switches from the standby mode to normaloperation, rebooting the Wi-Fi module is required.Note: to maximize the batter navigation time, charge the XC2900-F6C intime.8.3. Recommended USB storage device modelsMemoryModel Max. 1G 2G 4G NoteKingston-DataTravele Kingston101 KingMax aigoL8266/8206/8298 unis 
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual47Apida EAGET SD Reader Notes: Use the recommended models for optimum performance andcompatibility.8.4. Abnormal power-downA sudden power-down occurs and four status LEDs incorrectlyindicate the current conditions. After re-installing the battery, the problem stillexists. Reboot then the XC2900-F6C. The best way to reboot the XC2900-F6C isto use the key combination reset (trigger + Enter). The XC2900-F6C can also bereset by pressing the reset button on the XC2900-F6C. After rebooting theXC2900-F6C, the XC2900-F6C will be restored to the factory settings. Do not press the trigger and the Enter key when resetting theXC2900-F6C is not required.8.5. Replace the batterySet the XC2900-F6C to standby mode, and then replace the battery (TheXC2900-F6C in standby mode can maintain standby within 15 seconds afterpower-down) within 15 seconds. Rebooting the XC2900-F6C is not requiredwhen the battery replacement is completed within 15 seconds. Press the Enterkey to wake up system. If the battery replacement takes more than 15 seconds, reboot theXC2900-F6C. (Press the trigger + Enter key to reset the 2900).
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual488.6. Install TF/SIM card Install TF & SIM card:Figure 8-2 Install SD card & SIM cardInstall the SD card and SIM card as shown in Figure 8-2. Recommended models of SIM card & TF cardSIM card: Please use the second generation SIM card. 3G SIM cards are notsupported.TF card: ScanDisk 1G, TransFlash card (max. 2G) is recommended.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual499. Maintenance & Troubleshooting9.1. Daily MaintenanceThe XC2900-F6C is stored in a cool dry location with the temperature range of ¬10  between 40 , and kept away from fire and heat (for details see 12.2Storage Requirements). The lithium battery characterizes self-discharge characteristics. Removethe battery from the XC2900-F6C when the XC2900-F6C is not in use for aperiod of more than a month. The batter is to be appropriately stored. (Thebattery with 40% power level is in the best condition for long-term storage.Discharge battery every three month if possible). Notes for battery1. Do not directly connect the anode to the cathode.2. Do not submerge the battery in water, and keep the batter in a drylocation.3. Do not use or store the battery in a location near any heat source (forexample, fire or heater);4. Using the original charger is recommended;5. Do not reverse the polarity of battery;6. Do not connect the battery directly to a wall outlet or in-car cigarettelighter-type socket;7. Do not throw batteries into fire or heat the battery; avoid batteryshort-circuits;8. The battery should be appropriately packed for the transport and storage; 9. Do not disassemble the battery or cause the battery short-circuits;10. Avoid any impact to the battery and hitting the battery with sharp object.9.2. Troubleshooting the XC2900-F6CMany common problems you may encounter when operating with your RFIDsystem can be solved by carefully checking the RFID settings and changing themaccordingly. What is a "reboot" operation? How to "reboot" the XC2900-F6C? "Reboot" the XC2900-F6C, the XC2900-F6C will restore the factorysettings.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual50 Click the menu on lower left corner in the main screen of the XC2900-F6C. Click the Start menu, click "System", and "Reboot" button. Press the RESET key to reboot the XC2900-F6C. Pull the trigger and press the Enter key simultaneously to reboot the XC2900-F6C. Why are the installed applications and settings missing after rebooting theXC2900-F6C? How to solve it?There are two common ways to reboot the XC2900-F6C, including"reboot the XC2900-F6C" and "hot start the XC2900-F6C". "Reboot theXC2900-F6C" corresponds to "cold start the XC2900-F6C."[Rebooting] is a hardware reset process. After rebooting, theXC2900-F6C will be fully restored to factory settings.[Hot start] is a software reset process during which the registry will berefreshed mainly for the import and export registry information. [Hot start]does not reset the hardware.The XC2900-F6C currently support [Rebooting] only. Click the "System"– click "Reboot" button or "unplug battery" will reboot the XC2900-F6C.The power consumption will be minimized when the XC2900-F6C enters“Standby” mode. To keep settings or install applications, do not rebootthe XC2900-F6C or remove the battery from the XC2900-F6C.Long press the red "Enter" key to enable the system to enter "Standby"mode.Backlight is off Check the backlight is turned down to a minimum. Check the pending button “Enter” is clicked.No sound Check the “Mute” button is on. Check the system volume is turned down to a minimum.Click on black screen, and the XC2900-F6C does not respond. Check if the standby mode is enabled: Click “Enter” to activate thesystem.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual51 Check the battery is correctly attached.When charging the XC2900-F6C, the LED remains off. It is normal. The modules installed on the XC2900-F6C are powered off toin-crease the navigation time and standby time. When charging the XC2900-F6C of which the “Standby” mode is notenabled, the LED blinks evenly.The XC2900-F6C is unable to read data. Check the transponder is placed within the reader field. Check if RF signal interference occurs.The XC2900-F6C is unable to write data on the transponder. Check the transponder is placed within reader field. Make sure data banks on tags are locked. Make sure the write command parameter is correctly set. Check if the RF signal interference occursWrite distance is shorter than read distance. This is technically normal. Writing data on tags require more power thanreading transponders do.For different transponders, read distance significantly varies. This is technically normal. The transponders with different transponderchips and packaging material have different sensitivities, thus the read/writedistance and power might be different.When the XC2900-F6C is synchronizing with PC, the systemcrashes or halts during file transfer. Remove the battery, and reboot the XC2900-F6C. If the problem remains, proceed the following steps:Navigate to “Control Panel” - “Storage Device Manager”- Select storagedevice (flash or SD storage card) in drop-down boxSelect “Remove” - “Format” - “New Storage Device”, and input storagedevice name After formatting, data on Mirco TF card will be lost.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual52The XC2900-F6C system crashes when user attempts to operateFlash card or SD card.Complete following steps: Navigate to “Control panel ” --“Storage Device management” – selectstorage device (Flask card or TF card) in the drop-down box. Select “Remove”- “Format” - “New Storage Device”, and input the storagedevice name. After formatting, data on Mirco TF card will be lost.When the power adaptor or battery is attached to or on theXC2900-F6C, the XC2900-F6C is not booted. (Black screen or systemhalt occurs.) Black screen:a) Make sure USB cable is connected to the XC2900-F6C. If connected,remove the USB cable, and reboot the XC2900-F6C.b) Check if power adaptor is well connected, and battery is correctlyattached. The XC2900-F6C system halts:a) If there is a progress bar, pull the trigger and press ENTER key to rebootthe XC2900-F6C.b) If there is no progress bar, contact your Invengo representative for moreinformation.For additional information on troubleshooting the XC2900-F6C, contact yourInvengo representative.9.3. Optimizing RF communicationThe system performance of handheld RFID reader is typically affected bysignal interference and attenuation. This section introduces tips to optimize theRF communication between the XC2900-F6C and the transponders.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual539.3.1. Signal interferenceSignal interference occurs during data exchange between the XC2900-F6Cand transponders. Signal interference significantly affects the read/writeperformance on standard compliant RFID transponders.Disturbing signals may come from:  RF system, for example: Local wireless data network (RF local-areanetwork), adjacent interactive identification system; or  Security gate, garage door or other device issuing RF signals; or  Other RF radiation sourcesThe RFID system performance reduces when signal interference occurs. TheXC2900-F6C receives one signal once, and cannot distinguish the disturbingsignals and the desired signals.9.3.2. Signal Attenuation/ReflectionSignal attenuation indicates the decrease of signal strength along with theincrease of operation distance. When the signal encounters obstacles duringtransmission, the signal attenuation also occurs. The RF signal obstacles mayinclude:  Cement wall, floor and ceiling of closed space  Metal application environment  Water and other liquidSignal attenuation occurs in the RF signal transmission paths. The signalattenuation can be minimized by adjusting the RFID antenna positioning. Signalreflection on metallic surface could also affect the signal attenuation. In somecases, it can slightly increase the read distance. However due to that there areblind spot/s, the quality of communication between transponder positioned inthis/these blind spot/s and the XC2900-F6C will be low.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual54Generally speaking, it is impossible to make accurate predictions ofperformance of mobile RFID systems located in any given environment, whichattributes to the complexity of electromagnetic radiation, including signal sourcefrequency stability, antenna radiation patterns, antenna side lobe issues,application environments, etc.). Following advices on specific environment andapplication scenarios are provided with an aim to optimize the RFID systemperformance:  Consider carefully the environmental factors, including building materials,operation period, window and pipeline configuration. The RF field patterns andread distance may be affected by the nearby metal objects, such as householdappliances, device and metal frame.  Ensuring that objects to be identified is positioned within the valid readrange of the XC2900-F6C for minimum 100ms (for XCTF-5000 seriestransponder).  The packaging or embedded non-conductor materials are related to theoptimal length of antenna. The basic idea is: the transponders are embedded innon-conductor medium which dielectric constant generally is greater than thedielectric constant in the air, resulting in that effective wavelengths are shorterthan the valid wavelength in the air. When the effective electrical length of thetransponders is adjusted to the optimal value (the maximum read distance whichthe XC2900-F6C configuration supports), the transponders should be embeddedin non conductor medium or other substrates, and the electric length of antennashould be adjusted toward the smaller angle in order to achieve the bestperformance equivalent to that of transponders positioned in the air. On thecontrary, if effective electric length of the transponder antenna is adjusted to the
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual55optimal length in non-conductor medium, the optimal electric length in the airshould be adjusted to achieve the maximum electric length.  Keep the transponders away from chemicals. Contacted with somechemicals, e.g. alcohol, at room temperature, the transponders performance willnot be affected. However, when the storage or operating temperature is high, thechemicals might erode the transponders.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual5610. Transportation & Storage10.1. TransportationThe transportation of the XC2900-F6C should meet the road transport, railtransport, air freight, water transport, and other relevant requirements.10.2. StorageChoose a storage location for the XC2900-F6C that meets theserequirements:  User temperature: -10 to 40;  Humidity: 5% ~ 80%, non-condensing;  Avoid drastic temperature changes, acidic gas and other hazardousgases;  Lithium battery for the XC2900-F6C is of self-discharge characteristics.Remove the battery from the handheld devices which will not be used for a longperiod. Choose a location for the battery that meets these requirements: a User temperature: -10 to 40; b Humidity: 5% ~ 80%, non-condensing;10.3. Package of the XC2900-F6CThe XC2900-F6C is packed in a box which is suitable for turnover boxtransportation.10.4. Unpacking the XC2900-F6CKeep the package and the packing materials in good condition after unpackingthe XC2900-F6C for future storage and transportation.The accessories and the XC2900-F6C are contained in the package;check that the accessories and the XC2900-F6C are complete.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual5711. After sale service11.1. After sale ServiceContact your Invengo Representative if problem/s arising in using theXC2900-F6C can’t be solved.Provide the following information, when you your Invengo Representative:  Model  Serial number  Modification to the reader or the Transponders  Application software information11.2. Additional InformationTo return the XC2900-F6C for repair, your Invengo representative will giveyou a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA). Please write the RMA on theproduct package and put a note with the RMA inside the package in order toensure the returned product will be processed in time.  Carefully pack the XC2900-F6C and its accessories and put them intothe original antistatic foam package; Find a package that has equal protectivemeasures if the original package is unavailable;  Cover the items in the package with filling materials;  Put a note with your RMA number in the package;  Mark the RMA number and “Fragile” on the package.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual58FCC Warning:This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.NOTE: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate theequipment.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the receiver is connected.-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
XC2900-F6C Handheld RFID Reader User's Manual59FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement theXC2900-F6C Handheld Reader has been tested for body-worn SpecificAbsorption Rate (SAR) compliance. The FCC has established detailed SARrequirements and has established that these requirements. RF ExposureInformation The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to the requirements as set forth inCFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure fromradio frequency devices

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