RFID HKRAR-EM02 EMPRESS 2.4GHz Wireless Active RFID Reader User Manual

Hong Kong RFID Ltd. EMPRESS 2.4GHz Wireless Active RFID Reader

User Manual

EMPRESS™ 2.4GHz Active RFID ReaderHKRAR-EM02-ETHUser ManualRevision: 2.0.0.4Before use, please read these instructions completely
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 2DisclaimerThe information and know-how included in this document are the exclusive property of Hong Kong RFID Limitedand are intended for the use of the addressee or the user alone. The addressees shall not forward to another theirright of using the information, know-how or document forwarded herewith, in whole or in part in all mattersrelating or stemming from or involved therein, where for consideration or with consideration, and shall not permitany third party to utilize the information, know-how or the documents forwarded herewith or copies or duplicatedthereof, unless at the company’s consent in advance and in writing.Enterprise LicenseNo part of this document may be reproduced, distributed, publicized or made publicly available in part or in totalwithout prior written consent of Hong Kong RFID Ltd. All content herein is solely owned by Hong Kong RFID Ltd.All inquiries should be directed to info@hk-rfid.comImportant NoticeAll statements, technical information, and recommendations related to Hong Kong RFID Ltd.’s products are basedon information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before using thisproduct, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You assume all risks andliabilities associated with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not contained in HKRFID’scurrent publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall have no force or effectunless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of Hong Kong RFID Ltd.EMPRESS is a trademark of Hong Kong RFID Ltd.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 3FCC ComplianceThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand 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 harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the useris encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more 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 different from that to which the receiver is connected.-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 4CE Compliance:Use only the power supply listed in the user instructionsPower supply adaptor:1. Manufacturer: Phihong Technology Co. Ltd, model no.: PSA16U-480(POE)”;2. Manufacturer: Kuantech (Beihai) Co., Ltd, model no.: KSAS0120500200HK”;(Please refer to page 11)Disposal:All electrical and electronic products including batteries should be disposed of separately from the municipal wastestream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 5Thank you for purchasing EMPRESS™ Reader, it is wireless and therefore is easy to install with low installationcosts. It is a 2.4GHz Gain Adjustable Reader which uses advanced 0.18um CMOS IC, and is well-fitted for being aData Collector.Through LAN interface, the Reader gathers and transmits data to the local network. Once powered, HKRAR-EMseries is instantly connected and become part of the network.HKRAR-EM02-ETH Active Reader is operated with standard TCP/IP network interface. You can get data and doanalysis with a PC in an efficient way. Its Omni-directional antenna can identify tags from all directions. Users canadjust the identification distance according to actual situations in order to make identification more accurate.Components of Empress Active RFID System include Readers, Active Tag(s) and PC/Server. For detailedinformation, you may reference to Start Guide and Appendix.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 6Table of ContentsProduct Features ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8Key Features..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8Highlighted Applications ................................................................................................................................................................ 8Standard Package Contents ................................................................................................................................................................... 9Product Details ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 10Reader Technological Specifications .............................................................................................................................................. 10Environmental and Hardware Specifications ................................................................................................................................ 10Power Supply Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................ 11Compatible AC Adaptor .................................................................................................................................................................. 11Digital input / output ....................................................................................................................................................................... 12Ethernet LAN Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................... 12Antenna Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................... 12Reader Indicators ................................................................................................................................................................................... 13Reader Startup Guide ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14Antenna installation onto the Empress™ Reader........................................................................................................................ 14Reader Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15Step by Step set up procedure ....................................................................................................................................................... 16Connecting & Configuring Digital Inputs/Outputs ......................................................................................................................... 27What Digital I/O is available on reader ........................................................................................................................................ 27How to control digital I/O ............................................................................................................................................................... 27Example application to Digital I/O................................................................................................................................................. 27Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................................................................................. 28Power Disconnect Device ................................................................................................................................................................ 28Electrostatic Discharge .................................................................................................................................................................... 28
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 7Regulatory Compliance .................................................................................................................................................................... 28Appendix .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29System Requirement for Reader ............................................................................................................................................... 29
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 8Product FeaturesKey FeaturesConnectivity: EthernetRSSI to indicate signal strength of each received tag3 configurable digital Input / Output ports for controlling external devices like LED lights and alarmsInput pins for controlling the reader to perform certain functionsAdjustable RF Gain value for setting RF sensibilityReading ability: up to 150 tags / secondMaximum reading range: 60mCompatible with various types of 2.4GHz antenna in SMA standard connectorHighlighted ApplicationsTemperature monitoring systemAttendance systemDoor access control system
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 9Standard Package ContentsStandard package of this product consists of following items:EMPRESS™ 2.4GHz Active RFID Reader 1 pcs(HKRAR-EM02-ETH)2.4GHz Antenna 1 pcsDC Power Adapter 5V 1 pcsLAN Cable 1 pcsEmpress™ 2.4GHz Active RFID Reader(connected with antennas) Adapter with power cord LAN cable
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 10Product DetailsReader Technological SpecificationsFrequency 2.4-2.5GHz ISMMaximum reading range 30-60m, depends on environmentAnti-collision Up to 150 tags within 1 secondRF output power 0dBmSensitivity -90dBmModulation GFSKData Rate 1MbpsReceived Signal StrengthIndication (RSSI) -50dBm to –80dBm, 1dB resolution, +/-6dB errorEnvironmental and Hardware SpecificationsOperating Temperature -20°C to 55°CStorage Temperature -40°C to 85°CMaximum Shock Drop from 1 foot (0.3 meter)to any cornerRelative Humidity 95% non-condensingCase Material PlasticCase Dimensions 125mm x 102mm x 26mmWeight 180g
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 11Power Supply SpecificationsSupply voltage 5V DCCurrent consumption 500mACompatible AC AdaptorBrand: PHIHONG Brand: KUANTECHModel: PSA16U – 480(POE) Model: KSAS0120500200HKInput Voltage: 90 – 264VAC Input Voltage: 90 – 264VACOutput Voltage: 48V Output Voltage: 5V
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 12Digital input / outputConnector USB MINI-BInput high voltage 2.4V – 3.3VInput low voltage 0V - 0.9VOutput high voltage(0.5mA drive) >3VOutput low voltage(0.5mA drive) <0.3VEthernet LAN SpecificationsConnector RJ45Ethernet 10/100 Base-TAntenna SpecificationsType AT022 WLAN antennaFrequency (FDC) 2400-2500MHzPolarization VerticalGain 3.86 dBi – 2.92 dBi (Avg. 3dBi)VSWR, maximum <2 : 1Input Impedance 50Power Handling 20 WSize 10×108mmWeight 8.5g(These Antenna Specifications refer to the antenna shipped with standard package)
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 13Reader IndicatorsName Function / Description1 DC Power Jack Supply power2 TCPConnection port between PC and reader3 Serial Port4 Red LED To signify power on5 Green LED For data processing identification6 Blue LED Keep on: if in configuration mode via WIFIFlash: if in firmware upgrade mode7Entering configurationmode/ upgradingreader's firmwareEnteringconfiguration mode:Make sure there is no power supply. Press and hold thebutton. In the meantime, connect the power. Release thebutton when reader is powered-on.Upgrading reader's firmware:Make sure there is no power supply. Press and hold thebutton. In the meantime, connect the power. Do not releasethe button until the blue LED is flashing.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 14 Reader Startup GuideAntenna installation onto the Empress™ Reader1. Screw the antenna to the antenna port. But not too tight.2.Turn the middle part of the antennas (Do not turn the screw part of the antennas)NOTE:Check the quality of your Empress™ Reader before you start the setup!The below checklist may help:1. Check if there are any scratches on the Reader. If there are two or more scratches of size larger than1.5mm x 1.5mm or scratch lines longer than 5mm.2. Check if the power indication light is on when connected to power source.3. Check if the antenna port is loose.If the above situation(s) happened, please return the Reader to HK-RFID for replacement.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 15Reader InstallationItems required for set upEmpress™ 2.4GHz Active RFIDReader (connected with antennas) Adapter with power cord LAN cableReader setup procedureConnect Cables &AntennaAdaptor Power&Check power on Connect LAN cableto PC / NetworkRun configurationsoftware for settingNetwork settingReady for runningDemo orApplicationNOTE:Active Transponders are essential to test the system and they are sold separately. Please contact your salesrepresentative if you do not have any active transponders.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 16Step by Step set up procedure1) Connecting powerConnect the power cord and the Reader to the adapter accordingly. The reader is on with a red light.2) Connecting to PCPlug the two ends of the LAN cable into the reader and the PC. The connection should now be like this:
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 173) PC IP configurationTurn off Wi-Fi function of the PC.Click ‘Start’ and choose ‘Control Panel’.Choose ‘Network and Internet’.Choose ‘Network Sharing Center’.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 18Chick ‘Change Adapter Settings’ on the left menuDouble click on ‘Local Area Connection’.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 19Click ‘Properties’ button.Choose “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)” and click the “Properties” button.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 20Choose ‘Use the following IP address’ and type in an IP address. IP address format should be “192.168.P.Q”. Pand Q is an integer between 1 and 254. For example, ‘192.168.1.10’.Click the text box of ‘Subnet mask’, the system will fill in the subnet mask automatically.Click ‘OK’ to close all windows.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 214) Configure the readerOpen the program ‘EM02 Configuration Tool.exe’.Click ‘Find’
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User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 23The devices found would be shown on the left column.Remark: The IP address of PC (Set in step 3, i.e.192.168.P.Q).The IP address of the device (i.e. 192.168.X.Y).P,Q,X and Y is an integer between 1 to 254. X should equal to P. For example, the IP address of the device is“192.168.1.1”. Then, the IP address of PC should be set to “192.168.1.y”. And y should not equal to 1.Otherwise, configuration setting will be failed.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 24The current configurations of the selected reader would be displayed on the right column.Type in the IP address, subnet mask and gateway IP address that you wish to set for the EmpressTM 2.4GHzActive RFID Reader inn the corresponding fields.Select the operation mode and the DNS Flag you wish to use.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 255) IP addressType in the IP address of the remote host.6) Domain nameType in the IP address of the DNS server.Type in the domain names of the remote host.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 26Click ‘Set Config’ at the top left corner to finish the configuration of the Reader.The result would be shown on the bottom left corner.Then click ‘Close’ to close the browser.7) Using the Demo ProgramPlease refer to ‘Basic Demo Program User Guide.pdf’.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 27Connecting & Configuring Digital Inputs/OutputsWhat Digital I/O is available on readerThree configurable I/O (Input/ Output) pins are available with EM02. Each pin can be individually set to input(controlling the reader to perform certain functions) or output (controlling external devices like LED lights andalarms).Digital I/O port located at the rear panel of reader. It is USB 2.0 Mini Type B Jack (5 positions).How to control digital I/OPlease refer to ‘Communication protocol’ for more information about the configuration of I/O pins.For the details of control method of digital input and output, please refer to ‘Communication Protocol.pdf’.Example application to Digital I/ODoor Access Controls SystemAlarm SystemPinFunction1GPIO02GPIO13GPIO24NC5GND1 2 3 4 5
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 28Safety InstructionsPower Disconnect DeviceThe plug on the power supply cord is intended to be a power disconnection device. As a result, the power source(socket or outlet) shall be located near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.Electrostatic DischargeATTENTION:The EMPRESS™ 2.4GHz Active RFID Reader may be damaged from static discharge or other high voltage. Useproper Electrostatic Discharge precautions to avoid static discharge. Equipment failure could occur if the antenna orports are subjected to ESD.Regulatory ComplianceCAUTION:The EMPRESS™ 2.4GHz Active RFID Reader is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictionsin which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hong Kong RFID Ltd. for compliancecould void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
User Manual of HKRAR-EM02 Series Active RFID ReaderCopyright© Hong Kong RFID Ltd. 2013, All rights reserved. Reproduction of any part is strictly prohibited. Page | 29AppendixSystem Requirement for ReaderComputer SystemMinimum PC Requirements:Processor: Pentium 4 or aboveMemory: 512MB or aboveOperating System: Windows XP sp3 or aboveRequired Software: .Net Framework 3.5 sp1 or aboveHard disk: Space 100MB or aboveLAN 10/100 BASE Connection Interface

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