Sato Vicinity STRP TUNNEL READERS: MSTRP-4040, MSTRP-5050, MSTRP-6464 User Manual

Sato Vicinity Pty Ltd TUNNEL READERS: MSTRP-4040, MSTRP-5050, MSTRP-6464 Users Manual

Users Manual

Page 1 of 42   EMC Technologies Pty Ltd ABN 82 057 105 549 Unit 3/87 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Australia  Telephone      +61 2 9624 2777 Facsimile       +61 2 9838 4050 Email         syd@emctech.com.au www.emctech.com.au  Melbourne 176 Harrick Road Keilor Park, Vic 3042 Tel:   +61 3 9365 1000 Fax:  +61 3 9331 7455 Sydney Unit 3/87 Station Road Seven Hills NSW 2147 Tel:   +61 2 9624 2777 Fax:  +61 2 9838 4050 Auckland (NZ) 47 MacKelvie Street Grey Lynn Auckland Tel:   +64 9 360 0862 Fax:  +64 9 360 0861        APPENDIX G OF TEST REPORT T110542_F   TEST SAMPLE USER MANUAL     FCC ID:  TVN-STRP Manufacturer:  Magellan Technology Pty Ltd Test Sample:  Tunnel Reader/Writer Model Number:   MSTRP-4040, MSTRP-5050, MSTRP-6464 Serial Number:  9000182 and 9000790   Date:  16th September 2011
User ManualMSTRPTunnel Reader/Writer Document Number : 49-70-020-DOC Revision: 1.2Last Changed :  June 2011Copyright © Magellan Technology 2010All rights reserved
2                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersRevision HistoRyVersion Date Person ReasonVer.1.0 11.2007 Bodo IschebeckVer 1.1 09.2010 Laura Scully General update and inclusion of MSTRP-6464Ver 1.2 06.2011 Laura Scully Addition of EU and AUD declaration for all tunnels To our valued customersWe constantly strive to improve the quality of all our products and documentation. We have spent time to ensure that this document is correct. However, we realise that we may have missed a few things. If you nd any information that is missing or appears in error, please use the contact section at the end of this document to inform us. We appreciate your assistance to constantly improve this document.Attention please!The information herein is given to describe certain components and characteristics and is not to be considered in any way as warranted or guaranteed. We hereby disclaim any and all warranties, including but not limited to warranties of non-infringement, regarding circuits, descriptions and charts stated herein. No licenses to patents or other intellectual property of Magellan Technology are granted in connection with the sale of Magellan Technology’s products, expressly or by implication. If a failure of Magellan Technology products can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of a life-support device or system, or to aect the safety or eectiveness of that life-support device or system, then Magellan Technology’s products may only be used in such life-support devices or systems with the express prior written approval of Magellan Technology. Magellan Technology shall in no event be liable and disclaims any and all liability for any damage whatsoever caused by the information provided or donated herein to the recipient under any legal cause whatsoever for any damage including, but not limited to lost production, interrupted operations, lost prots, loss of information and data or loss of interest, except where mandated by statute Terms of delivery and rights to technical change are reserved. Unauthorised opening of equipment voids all rights to any claim on Magellan for repair or refurbishment. Magellan’s
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               3User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersContentsRevision History ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 2About this manual .................................................................................................................................................................................. 5Meaning of Alert Symbols and Signal Words ................................................................................................................................... 5Important Information .......................................................................................................................................................................... 51.  INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................................................... 72.  BEFORE YOU BEGIN .................................................................................................................................................................. 82.1  Unpacking and Inspection ..................................................................................................................................................... 82.1.1  Power Pack .......................................................................................................................................................................................................82.1.2  Data Communication Cables .....................................................................................................................................................................92.1.3  CD-ROM .............................................................................................................................................................................................................92.2  Recommended System Requirements ............................................................................................................................103.  PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................................. 113.1   MSTRP-4040 ...............................................................................................................................................................................113.2  MSTRP-5050 ...............................................................................................................................................................................113.3  MSTRP-6464 ...............................................................................................................................................................................114.  INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................................................................................124.1  Quick Start Guide .....................................................................................................................................................................124.2  Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................................................134.2.1  Connecting the reader to a power supply .........................................................................................................................................144.2.2  Connecting a Reader to a Computer using USB .............................................................................................................................. 144.2.3  Connecting a Reader to a Computer using Ethernet ..................................................................................................................... 144.2.4  Connecting Multiple Readers to a local network ............................................................................................................................ 164.2.5  LEDs..................................................................................................................................................................................................................164.3  ReaderManager Software Installation .............................................................................................................................174.3.1  Installation and Functionality Test .......................................................................................................................................................174.3.2  Upgrading software ...................................................................................................................................................................................184.4  Connecting to a Reader using ReaderManager ...........................................................................................................184.4.1  Getting an IP address using Ethernet ..................................................................................................................................................204.4.2  Getting an IP address using USB ........................................................................................................................................................... 214.4.3  Getting a Reader connected using the ReaderManager .............................................................................................................. 234.5  Communication Test ...............................................................................................................................................................255.  WORKING WITH TAGS ...........................................................................................................................................................26
4                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers5.1  How to reconfigure tags individually or en masse ......................................................................................................265.2  How to check a tag configuration mode ........................................................................................................................275.3  How to check a Tag Chip Type (IT or ST) ..........................................................................................................................275.4  Tag-to-Antenna Orientation ................................................................................................................................................276.  APPENDIX ..................................................................................................................................................................................296.1  Reader-Tag Compatibility .....................................................................................................................................................296.2  Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................296.3  Regulation and Standards ....................................................................................................................................................306.3.1  FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement (USA) ..................................................................................................................... 306.3.2  CE Declaration of Conformity (European Union) ............................................................................................................................316.3.3 ACMA Declaration of Conformity (Australia) ............................................................................................................................................316.3.4  ISO/IEC 18000 – 3 Mode 2 (Air Interface at 13.56 MHz) Compliance........................................................................................316.3.5  Human Safety ...............................................................................................................................................................................................316.3.5  Declaration of Conformity (Australia) and (EU) ................................................................................................................................ 326.4  Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations ...............................................................................................................................346.5  Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................................................366.5.1  LEDs..................................................................................................................................................................................................................366.5.2  Connecting a Reader ................................................................................................................................................................................. 376.6  Reporting a Problem ..............................................................................................................................................................386.6.1  Warranty Repairs .........................................................................................................................................................................................386.6.2  Non-Warranty Repairs ...............................................................................................................................................................................386.6.3  Warranty .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 396.4.4  Limitation of Liability .................................................................................................................................................................................396.6.5  Service Form (editable pdf-file on your cd)....................................................................................................................406.7  Contact us ..................................................................................................................................................................................41
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               5User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersAbout tHis mAnuAlPlease read this document before using Magellan’s readers.This manual is designed for use by engineers experienced with Radio Frequency Identication (RFID) devices. Regulatory, safety and warranty notices that must be followed are given in chapter 6.3 and 6.6.meAning of AleRt symbols And signAl WoRds Notes and Tips. Application Notes. Requires your attention.Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury, or may result in serious injury or death. Can cause signicant property damage.impoRtAnt infoRmAtionInstallation EnvironmentFor indoor use only unless otherwise specied. Install Magellan’s readers within the temperature and humidity range according to the product specication. For standard readers the temperature range is from +10°C  to +45°C. The humidity range is  from 10% to 80%  (non-condensing humidity).The environment must not contain corrosive, ammable or explosive agents or be subject to rapid changes in temperature, to direct vibration or shock.InstallationMagellan’s RFID reader-writers communicate with data carriers (RFID inlets, labels and tags) using the 13.56 MHz High Frequency (HF) band. Some industrial machines and electronic devices can generate unwanted noise which may degrade communication. Make sure that other equipment is properly installed, grounded and at a reasonable distance from the reader and/or reader antennas.Wireless communication  can  be  degraded  by  high-voltage  and  high-current  lines  and  other  sources  of  strong electric and magnetic elds. Installation in such locations should be avoided. ••••
6                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersMagellan’s  RFID  reader-writers  are  to  be  professionally  installed  by  authorised,  qualied  and  service-trained installation personnel only.MaintenanceAll Magellan’s RFID readers-writers are low maintenance equipment. Except for externally accessible fuses there are no user-serviceable parts in any reader. There is no requirement to remove the cover of the reader. Removal of the reader cover by unauthorised personnel will void the product warranty.Do not attempt to clean internally. Periodic cleaning of external case parts with a damp cloth is advisable. Turn o the reader before cleaning. Do not use a solvent of any kind.Electrical Safety In order to avoid electric shock do not remove the reader cover or attempt to repair. The reader must be maintained by authorised, qualied and service-trained personnel only. Environmental    For disposal readers should be treated as industrial waste.This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead  it  shall  be  handed  over  to  an  appropriate  collection  point  for  the  recycling  of  electrical  and  electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city oce, your household waste disposal service or the Magellan Technology regional sales oce.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               7User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers1.  INTRODUCTIONThank you for your recent purchase of a Magellan RFID reader-writer.This User Manual will provide you with information to rapidly adopt Magellan’s PJM technology for your needs, to install the reader hardware and ReaderManager software and get the reader running.Refer  to  the  66V10  PJM  Condential  Data  Book  (36-10-006-SPC)  for  the  description  of  the  PJM  ItemTag®  and  PJM StackTag®  products  of  Magellan  Technolgoy.  Refer  to  66V101ST  (045-80-000-DOC)  Condential  Data  Sheetfor  the description of the PJMLight StackTag® products. Refer  to  the  ReaderManager  Guide  (40-01-006-DOC)  for  a  description  of  the  various  tools  and  advanced  options available in the ReaderManager software.Programming is covered in the Application Programmer’s Guide (40-01-000-DOC).Refer to Appendix 6.3 of this manual for details of the Regulations and Standards to which this product complies.For details of Product Warranty refer to Appendix 6.6 of this manual.For a Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations used in this manual, refer to Appendix 6.4Magellan  reserves  the  right  to  change  its  product  design,  specications  and  product  range  without  notice.  This document is subject to change without notice. This document is protected by copyright and is intended solely for use in conjunction with Magellan’s products. This document shall not be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from Magellan Technology Pty Limited.
8                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers2.  BEFORE YOU BEGIN2.1  unpACking And inspeCtionWhen you receive your system, inspect it for any obvious damage that may have occurred during shipment. If there is  damage,  notify  the  shipping  carrier  and  the  supplier  of  the  equipment  or  Magellan  if  purchased  directly  from Magellan.Until you have checked the system, save the shipping carton and packaging materials in the event the unit has to be returned.The standard MSTRP-5050 and MSTRP-6464 package includes the following components:Tunnel reader/writer Quick Start Guide CD-ROM2.1.1  poWeR pACkThe reader is connected to the mains socket via a 3-lead power cable.If a power cable is not included end-users should purchase a power cable suitable for the country in which the equipment is being used.Only power cables and adapters that are compliant with the regulations in the country of use may be connected to Magellan’s equipment.Refer to the 4.2.1 Connecting to a Power Supply section of this manual.•••
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               9User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers2.1.2  dAtA CommuniCAtion CAblesThe reader can be connected to the network through a normal USB cable, Ethernet cable or cross over Ethernet cable.As shielded cables are generally required in order to comply with EMC emissions limits, the shielded cablesrecommended by Magellan Technology must be used. Unshielded cables may be used where explicitly allowed by the User Manual.Ethernet cable is not included with the supply.Magellan recommends CAT5 STP (shielded twisted pair) Ethernet cable.USB cable should not be longer than 3m.2.1.3  Cd-RomThe CD-ROM contains the following les:AdbeRdrxx_enu_full.exe Self-extracting installation kit for the Adobe Acrobat reader, which is required to read and print PDF les.40-01-000-DOCApplication Programmer Guide.pdfPDF document describing how to program all of Magellan’s Readers.40-01-006-DOCReaderManager GuidePDF document describing various tools and advanced options available in ReaderManager software.49-70-020-DOC User Manual.pdf PDF version of this document.ReaderManager-Install.exe Self-extracting installation kit for the ReaderManager. 36-10-006-SPC 66V10 PJM Condential Data Book PDF document describing PJM ItemTag® and StackTag® products045-80-000-DOC 66V101ST PJM Light Condential Data Book PDF document describing PJMLight StackTag® product Once you installed the ReaderManager software the User Manuals and Guides can be opened in Windows:Start -> (All) Programs -> Magellan Technology -> User Manuals
10                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers2.2  ReCommended system RequiRementsRecommended minimum host computer requirements:Operating System: Windows XP SP2Memory: 128MB RAMHard Drive: 20 GBCPU: Intel Celeron 500Interface: USB and EthernetPower supply requirements:Mains input: 110 - 240 VAC @ 50/60 HzInput rating (MSTRP-5050 and MSTRP-6464): 12VDC@4A•••••••
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               11User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers3.  PRODUCT OVERVIEW Magellan’s  RFID  readers  are  intended  to  read  and  write  information  to  individual  Magellan  ItemTags  and  multiple Magellan StackTags.The communication protocol used by the reader is compliant with ISO/IEC 18000 - 3 Mode 2 (Air Interface at 13.56 MHz).3.1   mstRp-4040StackTag Tunnel reader-writerInternal aperture: 400 x 400 mmFully shieldedThree orthogonal internal antennas ( guaranteed orientation insensitive operation)Rotating eld in x, y and z orientation8 PJM reply channels Available with conveyor attatchments3.2  mstRp-5050StackTag Tunnel reader-writerInternal aperture: 500 x 500 mmFully shieldedThree orthogonal internal antennas  (guaranteed orientation insensitive operation)Rotating eld in x, y and z orientation8 PJM reply channels Available with conveyor attatchments3.3  mstRp-6464StackTag Tunnel reader-writerInternal aperture: 640 x 640 mmFully shieldedThree orthogonal internal antennas  (guaranteed orientation insensitive operation)Rotating eld in x, y and z orientation8 PJM reply channels ••••••••••••••••••••
12                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers4.  INSTALLATION4.1  quiCk stARt guideQuick Start GuideMSTRP-5050 (MLC5/6)1.   Hardware Installation(4.2 User Manual)Connect a power cableto the readerConnect a communication cable (USB or Ethernet) to the reader and host PC or network hub/switch2.   Software Installation(4.3 User Manual)Install the ReaderManager softwarefrom the supplied CD-ROM3.   Connecting to a reader using the ReaderManager(4.4 User Manual)OpenStart -> Settings -> Control Panel-> Network Connectionsin Windows(if using an Ethernet crossover cable)Turn on the reader. Wait for automatic networkconnection to be established.Open the Connection menu in theReaderManager. Find and click onthe reader you want to connect to4.   Tag Reading(4.5 User Manual)OpenTools -> System -> Grid of Tag Sight Countsin the ReaderManager. Place tag/s onto the antenna/sThe tag IDs and the number of times the tags were sighted will be displayedHF RFID Readers/WritersPJM®TechnologyISO/IEC 18000-3 Mode 2Quick Start GuideMSTRP-5050 (MLC5/6)1.   Hardware Installation(4.2 User Manual)Connect a power cableto the readerConnect a communication cable (USB or Ethernet) to the reader and host PC or network hub/switch2.   Software Installation(4.3 User Manual)Install the ReaderManager softwarefrom the supplied CD-ROM3.   Connecting to a reader using the ReaderManager(4.4 User Manual)OpenStart -> Settings -> Control Panel-> Network Connectionsin Windows(if using an Ethernet crossover cable)Turn on the reader. Wait for automatic networkconnection to be established.Open the Connection menu in theReaderManager. Find and click onthe reader you want to connect to4.   Tag Reading(4.5 User Manual)OpenTools -> System -> Grid of Tag Sight Countsin the ReaderManager. Place tag/s onto the antenna/sThe tag IDs and the number of times the tags were sighted will be displayedHF RFID Readers/WritersPJM®TechnologyISO/IEC 18000-3 Mode 2
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               13User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers4.2  HARdWARe instAllAtionInstallation overviewPower InstallationLAN and USB InterfaceLED panelPower adapter & controlUSB and EthernetinterfacesPower Switch Power portUSB device portLAN portUSB host port
14                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers4.2.1  ConneCting tHe ReAdeR to A poWeR supplyConnection to the power source is realized via a power cable. The power cable is not supplied with the reader and recommended to be purchased in the country of use. Refer to the Unpacking and Inspection section of this Manual.Step 1:  Connect the reader to a host computer or a network hub/switch using an Ethernet cable. Use a    crossover cable to connect the reader directly to the network interface port on the PC. Alternatively     use  a USB cable to connect the tunnel to a PC.Step 2:  Turn on the PC or network hub/switch.Step 3:  Connect the power cable to the main power socket and use the external power switch to turn on the    reader4.2.2  ConneCting A ReAdeR to A ComputeR using usbConnect the MSTRP-5050 /MSTRP-6464 reader to a host computer using the USB data communication cable by plugging the USB cable into the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 USB device port and the host computer USB port.Only one Magellan reader can be connected to the PC via USB at a time (limited by Windows).When the USB connection is used only a screened USB cable should be used.4.2.3  ConneCting A ReAdeR to A ComputeR using etHeRnetConnect the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 reader to a host computer using a cross over Ethernet cable. Plug the Ethernet communication cable into the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 Ethernet port and the network interface port on the PC.Always connect the Ethernet cable before power is applied to the reader.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               15User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersEthernet Installation 1Ethernet Installation 2Ethernet Installation 3
16                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers4.2.4  ConneCting multiple ReAdeRs to A loCAl netWoRkMultiple readers can be connected to a local network using an Ethernet hub/switch. Plug the Ethernet communication cable into the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 Ethernet port and Ethernet hub/switch.Always connect the Ethernet cable before power is applied to the reader. 4.2.5  ledsWhen power is applied to the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 reader the LEDs should operate as follows:the green Axis, Power and Channel LEDs will come on immediatelythen they will go o in about 1 minutethe green Axis and Power LEDs will come on again in 1-3 seconds and remain permanently lit indicating that the unit is in an operational mode; the green Channel LED will be o1.2.3.Axis LEDs User controlled output  LEDsWarning LEDChannel LEDsPower LED
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               17User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readersonce the unit is in an operational mode the green Channel LEDs will ash every time a tag is successfully readLEDs are controlled by the MSTRP-5050/MSTRP-6464 softwareThe Warning LED shows a DSB malfunction and is always OFF. If the red light of the Warning LED is ON it means that the reader is faultyBefore power is applied to the reader the Ethernet cable must have been connected to an operating PC or network hub/switch4.3  ReAdeRmAnAgeR softWARe instAllAtionThe ReaderManager application software allows tag data to be viewed and programmed. The ReaderManager can only connect to one reader at a time. The Connections menu allows the user to connect to other  readers  by  disconnecting  from  the  currently connected  reader  and  then  establishing  a connection  to a  new reader.It  is  possible  to  run  many  ReaderManagers  on  the  same  computer  at  the  same  time.  Simply  double  click  on  the ReaderManager icon to open up multiple instances of the ReaderManager.Refer  to  the  ReaderManager  Guide  (40-01-006-DOC)  for  various  tools  and  advanced  options  available  in  the ReaderManager.4.3.1  instAllAtion And funCtionAlity testStep 1:  Insert the CD supplied with the reader into the CD-ROM.Step 2:   Open Windows Explorer, double click on ReaderManager-Install.Step 3:   Ensure all items in the Install dialog are ticked, and then click the Install button.If Python is not installed on your computer, the installation program will prompt you if you would like to install Python. Click the Yes button and accept all the default options during installation.When the ReaderManager and all the required libraries are installed the dialog box will be displayed. Ensure the dialog box shows Completed and no problems are reported.Step 4:   Click the Close button to continue.4.
18                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersIf the ReaderManager is already installed, double click ReaderManager-Upgrade. Follow steps 3 to 4 above.If  Python  and  PyQt  are  already  installed,  the  installation  program  will  not  re-install  them. To  force the  installation program to re-install these libraries, click the relevant check boxes.Step 5:   To start the ReaderManager double click the ReaderManager icon or select ReaderManager                from the Programs Start menu. Step 6:   Functionality test.Select Help>About ReaderManager from menu to see the version of the ReaderManager software and its status.4.3.2  upgRAding softWAReMagellan recommends to upgrade the ReaderManager software at least once a month and ReaderServer software on network based readers every 3-4 months.You are able to download the latest version of the ReaderManager operating software from Magellan’s website. Contact Magellan or its representatives to receive a user name and password. Refer  to  the  ReaderManager  Guide  (Upgrading  Reader  Software)  for more  information  about  how  to  upgrade  the ReaderServer from the ReaderManager File menu.4.4  ConneCting to A ReAdeR using ReAdeRmAnAgeRMagellan’s readers are complex and powerful network devices. As most network devices they should be handled by well trained network administrators.The tunnel provides an Ethernet and USB device interface to allow for user connection. Before you open the ReaderManager and connect to a reader using the ReaderManager you must obtain an Ethernet IP address if you are using a normal Ethernet cable or an Ethernet cross over cable or acquire a USB IP address if you are using the USB cable.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               19User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersThese are the networking rules:USB will always choose a subnet dierent to Ethernet.Both interfaces will try to obtain the 169.254.0.0 range, but Ethernet has priority. 172.16.0.0/16  is  USB’s  fallover  subnet  if  Ethernet  has  already  taken  it  by  either:  DHCP,  xed,  or  link-local  IP acquisition.To change the reader’s network settings:From the Tools menu in the ReaderManager select System then Conguration System. Click the Network Conguration tab.    If the reader is to be assigned an IP address from a DHCP server click the Obtain an IP address automatically check box. To assign a static IP address, uncheck the check box and enter the IP address in the IP address text box. The box will turn red if the IP address is not valid.Care should be taken not to duplicate IP addresses on your network. If you are unsure what IP address to use consult your system administrator.Enter the network Subnet mask and Default gateway addresses in the text boxes provided.Click the Save button to save these changes to the reader, or click the Refresh button to restore the last saved values.Restart the reader for these changes to take eect.•••
20                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers4.4.1  getting An ip AddRess using etHeRnetHere is a general guide to the way Reader network address assignment works:The Ethernet interface is either served an IP address via DHCP or is assigned a static IP address by the user. If the Reader is set to use a DHCP assigned address and no DHCP server is available it will automatically use a link local address of 169.254.0.0/16.The Reader must be powered up with the Ethernet connected to get a DHCP assigned IP address. By default, the Readers are set to Obtain an IP address automatically, which means they look for a DHCP server. If one isn’t present, for example when a crossover cable is used to connect to a single PC, the Reader will choose a Link Local address.A link local  address (also known as Automatic Private IP Addressing - APIPA) is one chosen at random in the range 169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.254 with a netmask of 255.255.0.0. Windows  PCs  and  most  other computers  by  default  will  use  the  same  system, which  allows  an  ad-hoc  network of computers and Readers to automatically pick unique addresses. This can work for a crossover cable between a single Reader and a computer or a more complex setup involving multiple Readers and multiple PCs using a normal Ethernet cable and Ethernet hub/switch.This system is very good to use because it requires no expertise or intervention from users.The below process has been discussing automatic address negotiation only.In order to successfully connect a Reader via a crossover cable follow these steps:Step 1:  In Windows, open the Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Network Connections windowThe PC’s Ethernet connection should be marked as disconnectedStep 2:  Plug in the cross over cable. Turn the reader on. The user should instantly see the state of                    Ethernet change to Looking For An Address.This process may take up to a minute.Step 3:  Eventually it should go to the state Limited Or No Connectivity. In the desktop icon tray, the                Ethernet will be marked with a yellow triangle.This means that Windows was looking for a DHCP server, but was unable to nd one, so it used a Link Local address (169.254.X.X) instead. Even though it looks like an error, this is what we would expect to see.Step 4:   Left click on the Ethernet connection and look in the Details box on the bottom of the left hand side              panel of the Network Connections window. You should see the IP address in here.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               21User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersIf the address here is not 169.254 followed by 2 other numbers, then the user needs to check the following:Right click on the Ethernet connection in the Network Connections window. Select the Properties menu option.In the properties window, look in the list of items for Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).Double click on this itemIn the Internet Properties window, click on the Alternate Conguration tabMake sure that the Automatic private IP address radio button is the selected one.If it is not, then select it and click OK.In some PCs this setting could be on a manual address, which would prevent Link Local addressing from functioning.Note that older versions of Reader OS software used a dierent system. It is important that all Readers are upgraded to 2.03 or above in order to use this functionality.Step 5: Go to the section 4.4.34.4.2  getting An ip AddRess using usbThe USB interface uses TCP/IP networking over USB as the protocol. This allows you to connect to a reader as if it was a normal network. So all the usual services, such as telnet and FTP are available.Any device hardware when it’s rst connected to a PC via USB requires a device driver. The device driver is provided by Microsoft (Windows XP SP2). No USB device drivers are available instantly. They have to be installed and require a certain amount of conguration. The driver must be installed on the PC before Windows can use the connection. The device driver requires a conguration le for the reader which is installed on the PC via the ReaderManager.When you install a new reader for the rst time it can take from 1 to 5 minutes to create a network connection before the ReaderManager is able to recognize a new reader.Since every reader has a unique serial number, Windows treats it as a new device and you will have to install the device driver again for each new reader that you connect to the same PC. Since the device driver les are already on the reader, Windows can search for the driver automatically. In order to connect to a reader via USB for the rst time follow the steps below:Step 1:   Open Network Connections in Windows (Windows XP SP2) to view the network connection process.1.2.3.4.5.6.7.
22                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersYou can verify that the reader is connected by looking at the Network Connections window. You can open this window from several  places:  Start  -> Settings  ->  Control Panel -> Network Connections or My  Computer  ->  Other  Places -> My Network Places -> View Network Connections. Step 2:   Make sure that the USB and power cables are plugged in. Turn on the reader. The Found New        Hardware dialog box will be displayed.When a reader is connected to a host computer for the rst time using a USB, there are a few steps to go through before the ReaderManager is able to identify the new reader:In Found New Hardware Wizard tick Yes, this time only to search for software and press Next.In What do you want wizard to do? tick Install the software automatically and press Next.Wait while the wizard installs the Linux USB Ethernet/RNDIS Gadget device driver. Ignore other message and press Continue anyway.Press Finish.Step 3:   Wait until you see a new entry appears in the Network Connections list called “Linux USB Ethernet/       RNDIS Gadget”. This is the reader. If it says Acquiring IP address then you must wait until it says Connected.The reader’s network connection will say:Local Area Connection XConnectedLinux USB Ethernet/RNDIS GadgetOnce it says Connected in the Network Connections window (Windows XP SP2) you can go to Step 4.If it says Disabled or Broken, then click right and select Repair or Enable to try and x the connection.If this fails, disconnect the reader, reboot your PC and repeat from Step 1.The reader can disconnect in situations where it has been repeatedly plugged and unplugged before Windows has had a chance to properly and completely process the network connection. In this situation it is possible for the reader to appear on the network for about a minute before it is disconnected by the Windows networking system.The solution is:Unplug the reader.Wait for the reader’s network connection to be removed from the Network Connections window.Once the network connection has been removed:Plug the reader back in.Wait for the network connection to re-appear and become Connected.Connect to the reader via the ReaderManager.1.2.3.4.1.2.3.1.2.1.2.3.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               23User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersAnother solution is to try another USB port as USB ports can fail on PCs. As with the previous case:Unplug the reader.Wait for the network connection to be removed.Plug the reader into another USB port.Windows networking can take some time (a few minutes) to create the network connection if the reader has been rapidly plugged and unplugged. If the reader network device does not disappear within 5 minutes of being disconnected, reboot your PC as then there is a problem with Windows Networking or the USB port has locked up.You should NEVER power cycle a reader because you are having problems with your PC or with Windows. Power cycling can cause more problems with Windows and Windows networking.Most USB problems are usually caused by Windows networking delays and Windows networking problems. Frequent unplugging of the USB cable will create even more problems. Step 4:   Go to the section 4.4.3.4.4.3  getting A ReAdeR ConneCted using tHe ReAdeRmAnAgeRStep 1:  Open the ReaderManager. ReaderManager will automatically detect all readers on the local network. When a reader is connected for the rst time to a network using an Ethernet cable or a host computer using a USB cable, the reader is identied by its Model Name-Serial Number (recommended to keep).Users  can  replace  or  add  additional  information  to  the  Model  Name-Serial  Number  such  as  a  physical  location  or customer ID number.Subsequently when a user starts using the reader the new name will appear on the list of readers in the Connection menu.Tip: If you want to use the new name immediately, simply power cycle the reader to view the new name on the Connection menu list.To change a reader network name:From the Tools menu, select System then Conguration System. The window shown below will be displayed.1.2.3.
24                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersClick the column on the right of Customer ID and enter the name you would like the Reader to be identied as. This is the name that will appear on the Connection menu. Click the Save button on the right to save your changes to the reader, or click the Refresh button to restore the previously saved name. Step 2:  Click the Connection menu item to view readers found on the local network. The ReaderManager will use network broadcasts to look for active readers via USB and Ethernet. If you click on the Connection menu, you can see readers dened in there automatically. A list of readers will be displayed. The IP address and MAC address will be shown on the status bar as you move the mouse over each reader entry.Step 3:  To connect to a reader, select the reader you would like to connect to from the Connection menu,            then click the left mouse button.The status bar will change from a red to a green background to indicate that the ReaderManager was able to connect to a reader. The tag type and IP address are also shown on the status bar. To get more information how to setup static connections to readers please refer to the ReaderManager Guide  (40-01-006-DOC).
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               25User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers4.5  CommuniCAtion testPerform the tag reading test by selecting Tools -> System -> Grid of tags sight count.Check some default settings in Tools -> System-> Reader Settings: Tag Type. Default is IFX_STACK. If you use ItemTags the default should be changed to IFX_ITEM. If you want to read both IT and ST tags the Tag Type should be IFX_STACK.The Powering Field box should be ticked.Use one of the fully powered tags, place the tag on the reader antenna. The rst square in the grid should turn from white to blue and display the tag’s ID number and the number of times the tag was sighted (should be one). An example of this is shown below.••
26                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers5.  WORKING WITH TAGSDo not stack Magellan ItemTags on top of each other or allow them to touch or overlap. Only Magellan StackTags can be stacked, overlapped or allowed to touch each other.Single-axis antennas are tag orientation sensitive. Refer to the Tag-to-Antenna section of this document.Reading  and  writing  speeds  depend  on  reader-tag  communication  speeds,  the  number  of  receiver  channels,  the amount of information to be read and/or written and the number of tags presented at a the same time. The number of tags and the amount of information to be read and especially written, slows down the read-write communication speed. Please consult Magellan regarding these issues for your specic application.Be aware that tags and readers can be incompatible with each other.  For example smaller tags require higher eld strengths and as a result they may not operate with some reader/antenna combinations or have to be closer to a reader antenna to operate. Refer to the Reader-Tag Compatibility section of this manual.Magellan  StackTags  are  congured  to  normal  powered  mode  at  manufacture.    This  mode  is  required  for  tag manufacture.  To allow for stacking, tags must be congured to quarter power mode. This mode is essential for providing the correct conditions required to reliably identify stacked tags.   This conguration can be done as part of the tag issuing process and if not done earlier in the delivery process must be done by the end-user.Tags can be recongured individually (one by one) or en masse (many at once). Before reconguring tags make sure the ReaderManager software has been installed and upgraded to the latest version, the reader is running and the reader is Connected to the ReaderManager software. 5.1  HoW to ReConfiguRe tAgs individuAlly oR en mAsseIn the ReaderManager go to Tools -> System -> Console. Click with the right mouse button and tick Show Tag Replies.For ReaderManager version 2.38 or higher go to Reader Conguration and choose Cong_Normal_Powered_Tag or Cong_Quarter_Powered_Tag .  Alternatively and for earlier ReaderManager versions copy the following in the lower Console window:   Actions(Command(command=CommandNormalReply,readAddress=6,readLength=1,writeAddress=6,   writeData=[0x3000,])) and then press enter.  With write data=[0x3000,] tags will be congured to quarter power mode and with write data=[0x6000,] tags will be congured to normal powered mode. Place a single tag or multiple tags into the reader antenna eld.Remove the tag(s) from the eld.Follow the step 3 to 4 for a new batch of tags. Once completed go to Reader Conguration and click on Clear All.1.2.3.4.5.6.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               27User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers5.2  HoW to CHeCk A tAg ConfiguRAtion modeThe tag conguration mode can be checked with the ReaderManager: Go to Tools -> System -> Interrogate Command.In Reply select Normal and click Send.Then go  to  Tools ->  System -> Table  of Tag  Messages  to  see  the  tag  conguration  in  the  Cong  column. The messages of all the tags currently in the reader antenna eld can be seen. 2000 or 3000 means that the tag has been recongured to ST ¼ normal power mode conguration. 6000 means that a tag is in ST normal power mode.5.3  HoW to CHeCk A tAg CHip type (it oR st)The tag chip type can be checked with the ReaderManager: Go to Tools > System > Tag Memory MapPlace a tag on the antenna. The tag ID# will appear below “Current tags”Left mouse click on the ID# The chip type can be seen in the “Value” column of the System Memory in line “0”:  Value for ItemTag chip is XXX0 Value for StackTag chip is XXX1 Note X means “do not care”5.4  tAg-to-AntennA oRientAtionThe MSTRP-5050 and MSTRP-6464 are three axis tunnel readers which generate a rotating eld in x-, y- and z-orientation. Tags will operate in all orientations and positions inside the internal operating volume. With StackTags, multiple closely stacked tags can be presented in all orientations. The internal operating volume starts 20-cm inside from both ends of the reader tunnel. The smallest ST tags that can work with the reader are the 35 mm diameter and 26 x 56 mm (Refer to the Tag Reference Table on our website). •••1.2.3.4.
28                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersClosely stacked items with high metal content will be identied reliably if the RFID tag is bent around the corner of the item. Thus the tags will not be completely covered by the metal and identication will not be blocked.RFID tag bent around the corner of the item
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               29User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers6.  APPENDIX6.1  ReAdeR-tAg CompAtibilityRefer to the Tag Comparison Chart on our website www.magellan-technology.com/products/tags_and_chips6.2  speCifiCAtionsRead and write operationsNo manual calibration neededAutomatic tuningNo user-serviceable partsFully shieldedISO/IEC Compliance 18000-3 Mode 2Operating Frequency 13.56 MHzNumber of Axes: 3Number of PJM Reply Channels: 8Command Data Rate of 424 kbit/sReply Data Rate of 106 kbit/s per channelOperation Range: Internal VolumeTag Type: PJM StackTag®, PJM light StackTag® and PJM ItemTag®Conveyor belt speed: Up to 5 m/sInternal Aperture:   MSTRP-5050  500 x 500 mm  / MSTRP-6464  640 x 640mmExternal Dimensions (L x W x H): MSTRP-5050 1010 x 610 x 710 mm /  MSTRP-6464 1230 x 750 x 980 mmNet Weight:  MSTRP-5050 120 kg / MSTRP-6464 180kgNet Volume: 0.90 m3Shipping Dimensions (L x W x H): MSTRP-5050 1220 x 1000 x 1030 mm / MSTRP-6464 1220 x 1000 x 1150 mmShipping Weight: 200 kgShipping Volume: 1.4m3Input rating: 12VDC @ 4A••••••••••••••••••••••
30                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel ReadersMains Input: 110 - 240 VAC @ 50/60 HzPower Consumption: 125 WOperation environment: Indoor useTemperature range: +10°C to +45°CHumidity: 10% to 80% (non-condensing)Recommended Minimum Host Computer Requirement:             Windows XP SP2/ 500 MHz CPU/ 128MB  RAMHost Interface: USB and Ethernet6.3  RegulAtion And stAndARdsRFID equipment is subject to national and international regulations.6.3.1  fCC RAdio fRequenCy inteRfeRenCe stAtement (usA)The FCC regards RFID equipment as low-power transmitting devices and, therefore, does  not  require users of RFID devices to obtain a license to operate them.NOTE: 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 instruction manual, 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 o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:Reorientation or relocation of receiving antennaIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiverConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connectedConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for helpAny changes  or modications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority granted under FCC Rules to operate this equipment.       FCC ID: TVN-STRP••••••••••••
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               31User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers6.3.2  Ce deClARAtion of ConfoRmity (euRopeAn union)This equipment has been declared as compliant in accordance with R&TTE EU Council Directive 1999/5/EC and displays the CE mark accordingly. Products with CE marking comply with EMC Directive (89/336/EECamended by 93/68/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.This  apparatus  complies  with  ETSI  EN  301  489-1  RF  common  mode  immunity  requirements on  Ethernet  Port  with shielded CAT5 Ethernet Cable.Intended use of the equipment is as a desktop Reader to read and write information to multiple or individual tags.This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.6.3.3 ACmA deClARAtion of ConfoRmity (AustRAliA)This  product  complies  with  the  Australian  Communications  and  Media  Authority  (ACMA)  Radiocommunications regulations and carries the C-Tick mark accordingly.N15661This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.6.3.4  iso/ieC 18000 – 3 mode 2 (AiR inteRfACe At 13.56 mHz) CompliAnCeMagellan’s readers fully comply with the ISO/IEC 18000 Part 3 Mode 2 (Information technology – Radiofrequency identication for item management. Part 3: Parameters for air interface communications at 13.56MHz) published in August, 2004.6.3.5  HumAn sAfetyCustomers  using  the  MSTRP-5050  and  MSTRP-6464  readers  are  responsible  for  operating  their  system  under implemented power levels against relevant standards for human safety in electronic eld.
32                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers6.3.5  deClARAtion of ConfoRmity (AustRAliA) And (eu)DOCUMENT 075-00-004-DOC REVISION 1.0 30 MAY 2011    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  according to the Radiocommunications Act   Supplier/Manufacturer’s Name:    Magellan Technology  Supplier’s Address:     65 Johnston Street           Annandale NSW 2038            Telephone:  +61 2 9562 9800           Fax:    +61 2 9518 7620  ABN:          93 009 137 393  Product Name:        RFID Terminal  Product Model:        MSTRP   The following Standards have been applied:  Standard       Test Report  Test Report issued by  Regarding AS/NZS CISPR 22 (2006)    T091129    EMC Technologies    EMC-emissions AS/NZS 4268 (2003)    T091129    EMC Technologies    Radio ARPANSA Radiation Protection  Not Applicable  EMC Technologies    EMR   Year in which C-Tick mark first affixed:  2009  Product Certification File:      Document 075-00-002-DOC  Supplementary Information:       The product complies with the standards listed above.  As manufacturer, we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment complies with the requirements for EMC, EMR, and radio transmission as required by the Radiocommunications Act.              Graham Murdoch_        _____Chief Engineer___________ (Name of authorized officer)        (Title of authorized officer)     _____30 MAY 2011  ___ (Date of issue)    ------------------------------------------ (Signature of authorised officer)
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               33User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersDOCUMENT 075-00-003-DOC REVISION 1.0 30 MAY 2011     DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and EMF Directive 1999/519/EC  Manufacturer’s Name:    Magellan Technology  Manufacturer’s Address:    65 Johnston Street         Annandale NSW 2038          Telephone:  +61 2 9562 9800         Fax:    +61 2 9518 7620  Authorized Representative:    Magellan Technology (Europe) Ltd  Address:       Units 7 and 8         Parker Court, Dyson Way         Staffordshire Technology Park         Beaconside         Stafford ST18 0WP         UK  Telephone:  +44 1785 218540         Fax:    +44 1785 218541  Product name:      RFID Terminal  Product Model:      MSTRP  Purpose:  Use of radio spectrum      The product is in compliance with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the R&TTE Directive:  - Health and safety requirements pursuant to Article 3(1)a Standard     Test Report  Test Report issued by    Regarding EN 60950-1 (2006)    T091207_S  EMC Technologies      Safety EN 50364 (2001)    T091129_M  Magellan Technologies    EMF  - Protection requirements concerning EMC Article 3(1)b Standard     Test Report  Test Report issued by    Regarding EN 301 489-1 (v1.8.1)  T091129    EMC Technologies      EMC EN 301 489-3 (v1.4.1)  T091129    EMC Technologies      EMC EN 61000-3-2 (2005)  T091129    EMC Technologies      Harmonics EN 61000-3-3 (2001)  T091129    EMC Technologies      Flicker  - Measures for the efficient use of the RF Spectrum Article 3(2) Standard     Test Report  Test Report issued by    Regarding EN 300 330-1 (v1.3.1)  T091129    EMC Technologies      EMC EN 300 330-2 (v1.3.1)  T091129    EMC Technologies      EMC  Year in which CE mark first affixed:  2009  Product Certification File:    Document 075-00-002-DOC   As manufacturer, we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directives stated above.   ___Graham Murdoch______                 Chief Engineer______ (Name of authorized officer)        (Title of authorized officer)    --------------------------------------      _30 MAY 2011_               __Australia__ (Signature of authorised officer)    (Date of issue)      (Place)
34                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers6.4  glossARy of teRms And AbbReviAtionsAntenna  A reader antenna that emits radio waves and receives reply signals from      tags. The reader antenna can be internal which is integrated into the reader      and external which is connected to the reader via a cable. D/C  Date Code (month/year)DSB  Digital Support BoardHF  High Frequency (13.56 MHz)GUI  Graphical Use InterfaceIT  ItemTag (chips, inlets and labels)ItemTag (IT tags)  Magellan’s labels and inlets for item tagging (separated items) that work with     Magellan’s family of reader-writersLAN  Local Area NetworkLED  Light Emitting DiodeMLC  Machine Level Control (System Conguration Control)Network Connections window  In Windows XP open Start-> Control Panel-> Network Connections or open     My Computer-> Other Places-> My Network Places-> View Network        ConnectionsOEM label  Original Equipment Manufacture label is located on the back of the       equipment. It includes the Model Number, P/N, D/C, S/N and MLC.PJM  Phase Jitter Modulation or PJM™ is a registered Trade Mark of Magellan      Technology Pty Limited. PJM is a RFID communication technology developed     and patented by Magellan Technology Pty Ltd and complies with ISO/IEC      18000-3 Mode 2. PJM technology products include a range of RFID chips,      inlets, tags and readers. PJM ItemTag®  Registered Trade Mark for Magellan’s ItemTag tagsPJM StackTag®  Registered Trade Mark for Magellan’s StackTag tags
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               35User Manual MSTRP Tunnel ReadersP/N  Part NumberPower cycle the PC  Close Windows, switch the PC o, remove the power plug and wait for 30      seconds before powering the PC back up again. For laptops this means      removing the battery and waiting for 30 seconds. This ensures that the USB      host controller chips on the motherboard have had a chance to be fully reset.Power cycle the Reader  Turn o the power or unplug the power cable from the mains socket. Open      the Network Connections window in Windows. Wait for the reader network      connection to be removed from the Network Connections window. Plug the     reader back in and wait for the network connection to re-appear and become   Connected in the Network Connections window. Connect to a reader via the     ReaderManager’s Connection menu.Reader/s  Magellan’s RFID reader-writer/sReaderManager  Graphical user application for Windows/Linux which provides a platform for      testing, demonstrations and application developmentReaderServer  Embedded application that provides the standard Application Programmer      Interface to serve end-user applications. This application runs on the Reader.RFID  Radio Frequency IDenticationRFID inlet  A RFID device comprising a microchip and an antenna (etched copper or alu-     minium or possibly conductive inks) on a exible substrate (PET plastic lm)RFID label  RFID inlet with adhesive backing (sticky label)RFID tag  1.  generic name for RFID inlet and label;  2.  RFID inlet or label inserted into a housing (glass, polycarbonate, polyamid,      epoxy, ABS, etc.)RFID reader-writer  Device for reading and writing to RFID tagsRMA  Return Authorisation numberS/N  Serial NumberST  StackTag (chips, inlets and labels)StackTag  Magellan’s labels and inlets for item tagging (stacked, touched or overlapping  (ST tags)  items) that work with Magellan’s family of reader-writers
36                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers6.5  tRoublesHooting6.5.1  ledsRed Warning LED is on Reader faulty Send a service report on the Service FormPower LED is o Power cable not connected Ensure the power cable is connected correctly to both the mains power and to the readerPower cable faulty Replace the cablePower adaptor faulty Replace the power adaptorReader faulty Send a service report on the Service FormAbsence of the ashing green light of the channel LEDs during tag readingThe tags are too close to the entrances of the reader where they can not be read as the reader antennas are located deeper inside.Move the tags deeper inside of the Reader internal operating volume. The 20-cm zone inside each of the tunnel entrances does not have any antennas to read tags.Faulty tag/tags Replace tag/tags. Do not use tags with a black dot or black square marking (faulty tags).The Powering Field is oWrong tag typesEnsure the powering eld is on. Go to Tools> System>Reader Setting. Tick the Powering Field box.Ensure correct tags are used (see Reader-Tag Compatibility section of this document)Green channel LED ash but I can not see any tag message in the ReaderManagerUSB and Ethernet connection is not functioning. Ensure the communication cable is plugged in or replace if faulty.The reader is not Connected Ensure the reader is turned on and a communication cable is plugged in. In the ReaderManager open the Connection menu. Find the reader you want to connect to on the list. The status bar in bottom right corner of the ReaderManager window has to show an indication Connected, the tag type and the IP address. The tag type is incompatible with the readerUse the appropriate tag type according to the chart in the Reader-Tag Compatibility section.A communication tool has not been chosenChoose Grid of tag sight counts or Table of Tag Messages from Tools->System menu to view tag replies.
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               37User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers6.5.2  ConneCting A ReAdeRCan not nd and connect to the reader - reader is not shown on the Connection menu listThe reader was not in the operational mode when you connected a communication cable and/or opened the Connection menuPlug in the communication and power cables. Wait for about 1 minute after you apply power to the reader. The green Axis LED must be permanently lit and the green Channel LEDs o. Open the Connection menu in the ReaderManager. Find the reader you want to connect to on the list.PC does not recognise the reader at allThe USB port on the PC is brokenUse another USB port known to be working.USB port has temporarily failedPower cycle the PC. The reader is faulty Check the reader on two other PCs. If no PC shows any response at all to the USB cable being plugged in then it’s faulty. Send a service report using the Service Form.USB cable faulty  Change the USB cable.PC recognises the reader, but claims that it is faulty in the Windows’ Device Manager and does not create a network connectionWindows has previously marked the reader as faulty and will not try to connect to it or load the reader driver. Usually caused by rapidly unplugging and plugging of the USB cable.Make sure that the USB cable is unplugged and the reader is turned o. Remove/Uninstall the faulty device from the Device Manager, then plug the USB in, turn the reader on and wait for a network connection again. Alternatively connect a dierent reader to the PC as it will have a dierent serial number and Windows will not ag it as faulty.The reader is connected, and appears to be working correctly but the network connection drops out after a few secondsThe reader was replugged too quickly before Windows nished processing the previous network connectionWait at least 30 seconds before replugging any reader into the same PC or wait until the network connection disappearsUSB hub does not work properlyPower cycle the PC. Try a rear USB port on the PC to connect the USB cable. Avoid using an external USB hub.No network connection can be made to the reader but the Network Connections window shows that the reader is connected and all other network status information indicates that networking should be workingThe USB port on the PC has stopped working for an unknown reason. Use another USB port. If this fails, power cycle the PC.
38                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers6.6  RepoRting A pRoblemIf after following the checks and procedures outlined in the Troubleshooting section, you are still having a problem with a Magellan reader, you will need to send a report to Magellan.To make the diagnosis quicker and easier, please supply your problem report on a Service Form along with the following information:What kind of tags are you using and how many are you putting inside the Reader at one time?Have this Reader and the tags you are using worked at any time in the past?Have you tried connecting to the Reader with a dierent PC?Have you successfully installed the ReaderManager application?In the ReaderManager, select the Help/About ReaderManager menu item and record on the Service Form what version numbers are shown in the window that appears.In the ReaderManager, select the Help>System Report>Get System Information (for the ReaderManager version V2.18 and higher). Zip the le and then email it to us.The information required in the Service Form about Model Number, S/N, P/N and D/C is located on the OEM label on the back of the equipment. 6.6.1  WARRAnty RepAiRsBefore shipping any reader a Return Authorisation number (RMA) must be obtained.End-users should contact the company from whom they purchased the reader for repair, replacement or refund in accordance with Magellan’s terms and conditions of sale.If you purchased the reader directly from Magellan, contact Magellan for a Return Authorization number (RMA) before shipment.The copy of the Service Form with RMA must be enclosed in the original or equivalent packing with the RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the box. 6.6.2  non-WARRAnty RepAiRsIf a reader needs repairing after the one year warranty period expires, your support organization or Magellan if you purchased directly from Magellan will rst provide an estimate of repair charges. Then upon receiving approval from you the reader can be sent for repair. Refer to above Warranty Repairs information for return procedures.••••••
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               39User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers6.6.3  WARRAnty Magellan’s warranty and liability with respect to products and/or services is for a period of 12 months from date of delivery and is limited to the rectication of faulty workmanship and/or non-compliance by Magellan.Any liability with respect  to  components  including  purchased  or  free  issued  items  and  other materials used in  the manufacture of products are covered by, and limited to, any warranty provided by the original manufacturer. 6.4.4  limitAtion of liAbilityMagellan’s  warranty  excludes  products  that  have  been  improperly  installed  or  maintained,  modied  or  misused. Notication of claims must occur within the warranty period.End-users should contact the company from whom they purchase the products for replacement, repair or refund in accordance with Magellan’s terms and conditions of sale.If you purchased the reader directly from Magellan, contact Magellan for a Return Authorization Number (RMA) before shipment.
40                                                               49-70-020-DOC                                                        21-Sep-10User ManualMSTRP Tunnel Readers6.6.5  seRviCe foRm (editAble pdf-file on youR Cd)ProductFrom OEM label on the back of the equipment:ModelP/ND/CS/NMLC       (first number in order after black dots)Describe any hardware modifications made to the unit and modification date:Reason forDescribe problems (see Reporting a Problem):Return toIf purchased from Magellan:Magellan Technology Pty Limited65 Johnston St.AnnandaleNSW 2038AustraliaTel.: +61 2 9562 9800Fax: +61 2 9518 7620Email: info@magtech.com.auWebsite: www.magtech.com.auContactCompanyAddressCountrySales OrderPO NumberPurchase DateReturn Authorisation number (RMA)DateTechnical ContactTelephoneFaxEmailService FormAlways return a copy of thisform along with the product* End-users should contact the company from whom they purchased the ReaderProductFrom OEM label on the back of the equipment:ModelP/ND/CS/NMLC       (first number in order after black dots)Describe any hardware modifications made to the unit and modification date:Reason forDescribe problems (see Reporting a Problem):Return toIf purchased from Magellan:Magellan Technology Pty Limited65 Johnston St.AnnandaleNSW 2038AustraliaTel.: +61 2 9562 9800Fax: +61 2 9518 7620Email: info@magtech.com.auWebsite: www.magtech.com.auContactCompanyAddressCountrySales OrderPO NumberPurchase DateReturn Authorisation number (RMA)DateTechnical ContactTelephoneFaxEmailService FormAlways return a copy of thisform along with the product* End-users should contact the company from whom they purchased the Reader
21-Sep-10                                                     49-70-020-DOC                                                               41User Manual MSTRP Tunnel Readers6.7  ContACt usMagellan Technology pTy liMiTed65 JohnsTon sT.annandalensW 2038ausTraliaTel.: +61 2 9562 9800Fax: +61 2 9518 7620eMail: inFo@Magellan-Technology.coMWebsiTe: WWW.Magellan-Technology.coMMagellan Technology (europe) lTddruMMond roadasTon Fields indusTrial esTaTesTaFFord sT163hJuKTel.: +44 1785 21 85 40Fax: +44 1785 21 85 41eMail: inFo@Magellan-rFid.coM

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