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1Draft DocumentUHF Reader System Series 7000      Reader Module  RI-RU1-001A-XXReference Guide   Draft Document       August 2001FCC ID:  A92RU1001A
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide                      2     FCC ID:  A92RU1001AFirst Edition - August 2001This is the first edition of this manual.  It describes the operation of the  Series 7000UHF Reader.It contains a description of the following reader module:Reader Module:   RI-RU1-001A-00 Texas Instruments (TI) reserves the right to make changes to its products or services orto discontinue any product or service at any time without notice. TI provides customerassistance in various technical areas, but does not have full access to data concerningthe use and applications of customer’s productsTherefore, TI assumes no liability and is not responsible for customer applications orproduct or software design or performance relating to systems or applicationsincorporating TI products. In addition, TI assumes no liability and is not responsible forinfringement of patents and/or any other intellectual or industrial property rights of thirdparties, which may result from assistance provided by TI.TI products are not designed, intended, authorized or warranted to be suitable for lifesupport applications or any other life critical applications which could involve potentialrisk of death, personal injury or severe property or environmental damage.The  TIRIS logo, the words RFID Systems, TIRIS and Tag-it are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI).Copyright © 2001 Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI).This document may be downloaded onto a computer, stored and duplicated asnecessary to support the use of the related TI products. Any other type of duplication,circulation or storage on data carriers in any manner not authorized by TI represents aviolation of the applicable copyright laws and shall be prosecuted.
3Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ARead This FirstAbout This ManualThis reference guide for the  Series 7000 Ultra High-frequency (UHF) Reader is designed foruse by TI customers who are engineers experienced with RFID Systems and Radio FrequencyIdentification Devices (RFID).Device Name Firmware VersionRI-RU1-001-00 TBDRegulatory, safety and warranty notices that must be followed areprovided in Chapter 4.ConventionsThe following pictograms and designations are used in the operating instructions:WARNING:A WARNING IS USED WHERE CARE MUST BETAKEN, OR A CERTAIN PROCEDURE MUST BEFOLLOWED, IN ORDER TO PREVENT INJURY ORHARM TO YOUR HEALTH.CAUTION:This indicates information on conditions, which must bemet, or a procedure, which must be followed, which if notneeded could cause permanent damage to the system.Note:Indicates conditions, which must be met, or procedures which mustbe followed, to ensure proper functioning.Information:Indicates conditions or procedures that should be followed to ensureproper functioning of the system.Preface
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide4Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001AIf You Need AssistanceApplication Centers are located in Europe, North and South America, the Far East andAustralia to provide direct engineering support.For more information, please contact your nearest TIRIS Sales and Application Center.The contact addresses can be found on our home page: http://www.tiris.com.Numerical RepresentationsUnless otherwise noted, numbers are represented as decimal.Hexadecimal numbers are represented with the suffix 16, e.g. A5F116Binary numbers are represented with the suffix 2, e.g. 10112Byte representations: the least significant bit (lsb) is bit 0 and the most significant bit(msb) is bit 7.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide5Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ADocument OverviewChapter 1: Introduction..............................................................................................................61.1  Description..........................................................................................................7Programming Interface...........................................................................................71.2................................................................. Summary of Chapters and Appendixes...................................................................................................................................8Chapter 2: Frame Request/Response Protocol.......................................................................92.1  General Specification .......................................................................................10Specification .........................................................................................................10DB-25 Connector Function...................................................................................11DB-25 Pin Assignments........................................................................................11Pin Assignment Details.........................................................................................11Chapter 3: Message Structure.................................................................................................143.1  Reader Panel Configurations ...........................................................................15RI-RU1-001A-00 Front Panel Configuration.........................................................15RI-RU1-001A-00 Rear Panel Configuration .........................................................15Typical Reader Installation Steps............................................................................16Connect External Antennas..................................................................................16Placing the Antennas............................................................................................16Connecting to a PC Serial Port or RS-232...........................................................17Connecting to a DC Source..................................................................................17Testing the Reader Set-up ...................................................................................17Aligning the Antenna ............................................................................................19Writing Information to Tag-it UHF inlay Inlays......................................................19Chapter 4: Service and Error Codes.......................................................................................214.1  FCC Part 15 Compliance..................................................................................22Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure..........................................................................224.2  ETSI Conformity ...............................................................................................234.3  CE Conformity ..................................................................................................234.4  Environmental Requirements ...........................................................................234.5  Warranty and Liability.......................................................................................24Appendix A: RF Exposure Labeling Requirements................................................................25RF Exposure "Caution" Label..................................................................................25RF Exposure "Caution" Sign ...................................................................................26
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide6Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001AIntroductionTopic Page1.1  Description..........................................................................................................7Programming Interface...........................................................................................71.2  Summary of Chapters and Appendixes..............................................................8Chapter 1
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide7Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A1.1  DescriptionThis document describes the features and operational characteristics of the RI-RU1-001A-00 Series7000 Ultra-High Frequency Reader as shown in Figure 1.  The Series 7000 Reader operates at afrequency of 915MHZ and is compatible with Tag-it UHF inlays and tags.The reader provides nine coaxial connectors for supporting up to nine external antennas. Eachantenna plugs into its own connector on the rear panel of the reader.  The reader can be configuredto read inlays in the following modes:•  Collective or selective data to be read from a single inlay.•  Collective or selective data to be read from multiple inlays without requiring sorting or unpacking.•  Classes of inlays to be filtered according to user-defined criteria.This technology employs an interrogation feature that enables applications to uniquely identify allinlays in the scan field, without misidentification.  It also uses a protocol that maintains a uniform per-inlay scan time, regardless of the number of inlays in the scan field. The protocol provides a flexiblesoftware application interface that can be customized to the specific needs of particular industries orapplications.  This reference guide provides the details that are necessary to properly interface anduse the reader as a part of an integrated system.      Figure 1:  RI-RU1-001A-00  UHF ReaderProgramming InterfaceThe Series 7000 Reader is designed to operate as a part of a host-based reader system, whichessentially relegates the reader to be a slave to the host. Host-to-Reader serial communications areaccomplished within data packets, which occurs at RS-232 levels using 57,600.  By definition, thehost is always the primary station and initiates all communication sequences.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide8Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A1.2  Summary of Chapters and AppendixesChapter 1:  IntroductionChapter 2:  Hardware DescriptionChapter 3:  Reader OperationChapter 4:  Regulatory and Warning NoticesAppendix A: RF Exposure Labeling Requirements
9FCC ID:  A92RU1001A Hardware DescriptionTopic   Page2.1  General Specification .......................................................................................10Specification .........................................................................................................10DB-25 Connector Function...................................................................................11DB-25 Pin Assignments........................................................................................11Pin Assignment Details.........................................................................................11Chapter 2
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide10Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A2.1  General SpecificationThis chapter describes the electrical and mechanical specifications of the Series 7000 RI-RU1-001A-00 reader. Operating at a frequency of 915 MHz, this low profile device is designed to be easilyintegrated into many logistics management systems and supports as many as nine antennas throughnine separate coaxial connectors.  All reader I/O is accomplished through the use of a DB-9Fconnector, to include all communication, which is asynchronous RS232 as controlled by a hostsystem.  The reader also has a DB-25 connector that is intended for general diagnostic functions.SpecificationOperating Frequency: 915 MHzLEDs:  One Power ON LED, one Transmit ON LED, and one Activity/Error LEDCommunication Method:  RS-232Serial Transmission Rate:  Up to 57,600 bpsConnectors:  One Female DB-9F for RS-232 communicationsOne DB-25 for diagnostic useDB9F Pin Assignments:  Pin 1 _ Not usedPin 2 - Transmit Data (Input)Pin 3 - Receive Data (Output)Pin 4 - Internally connected to Pin 6Pin 5 - Protective GroundPin 6 - Internally connected to Pin 4Pin 7 - Internally connected to Pin 8Pin 8 - Internally connected to Pin 7Pin 9 - Protective GroundPower Input:  12 V, 3 AmpsRF Output Power:  1 WattPower Consumption:  15 wattsAmbient OperatingTemperature:  0° to 50° C (32° to 122° F)Maximum SerialCable Length:  10 meters (30 Feet)Dimensions:  36 cm x 20 cm x 11 cm(14 in x 8 in x 4.5 in)Weight:  3 Kg (7 lbs.)CAUTION:The Series 7000 reader is an intentional radiator, and whenintegrated, the integrator is subject to meeting FCC Part15, Subpart C, and similar tenets under EuropeanStandard EN 300330.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide11Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ADB-25 Connector FunctionDB-25 Pin AssignmentsPin Name Function1GND Ground2BUFCOMP Digital test signal: output of receivercomparator3GND Ground4PER_IN2 Peripheral input bit 25PER_IN0 Peripheral input bit 06PER_OUT6 Peripheral output bit 67PER_OUT4 Peripheral output bit 48TX_ASEL5 Transmit antenna select bit 59TX_ASEL3 Transmit antenna select bit 310 TX_ASEL1 Transmit antenna select bit 111 RX_ASEL5 Receive antenna select bit 512 RX_ASEL3 Receive antenna select bit 313 RX_ASEL1 Receive antenna select bit 114 VCC +5 volts15 BUFCOMPIN Analog test signal: input to receiver comparator16 PER_I Peripheral input17 PER_I Peripheral input18 BLAN Digital test signal19 PER_OU Peripheral output20 PER_OU Peripheral output21 TX_ASE Transmit antenna22 TX_ASE Transmit antenna23 GN Ground24 RX_ASE Receive antenna25 R-ASEL Receive antennaPin Assignment DetailsReceive Antenna Select LinesPins 13, 25, 12, 24, and 11 are the high order bits of the hardware pins that select the receiveantenna. Bit 0 is kept internal to the interrogator. These lines are used to drive external multiplexersfor multi-antenna systems. They are controlled by:1. Setting up the antenna select table in flash memory (if necessary) using Load Antenna Tablecommand.2. Issue the Set Antenna Quantity command.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide12Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A3. Default mode automatically cycles through all antennas. The interrogator will freeze at a certainantenna selection by issuing the Select Receive Antenna command.Transmit Antenna Select LinesPins 10, 22, 9, 21, and 8 are the high order bits of the hardware pins that select the transmit antenna.Bit 0 is kept internal to the interrogator. These lines are used to drive external multiplexers for multi-antenna systems. They are controlled by:1. Setting up the antenna select table in flash memory (if necessary) using Load Antenna Tablecommand.2. Issue the Set Antenna Quantity command.3. Default mode automatically cycles through all antennas. The interrogator will freeze at a certainantenna selection by issuing the Select Transmit Antenna command.Peripheral InputsPins 5, 17, 4, and 16 are TTL level inputs that can be read with the Read Peripheral Inputs command.Description Minimum MaximumInput - High Level 2.0 V VCC*Input - Low Level 0V 0.8VInput Signaltransition Time - 250nSInput LeakageCurrent -10µA +10µAInput Capacitance - 10pF*Note: VCC Min. is 4.75 volts, VCC is nominally 5.0 volts.  All voltage values are DC.Peripheral OutputsThere are 8 peripheral outputs internal to the interrogator. 4 of these are available at the DB-25connector: pins 20, 7, 19, and 6 can be controlled by setting or resetting bits, 3, 4, 5 and/or 6 of thecommand data byte of the Write Peripheral Outputs command. The outputs are compatible withCMOS levels.Description Minimum MaximumHigh level outputvoltage @IOutputHigh = 1.0 mA,VCC* Min.VCC* - 0.5 Volts -Low level outputvoltage @IOutputHigh = 12.0mA, VCC* Min.-.4 VoltsSource current - -1.0 mASink current - 12.0 mAOutput leakagecurrent -10 µA+10 µA*Note: VCC Min. is 4.75 volts, VCC is nominally 5.0 volts.  All voltages values are DC.Additional Pin Assignments
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide13Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ABuffered Comparator Input (BUFCOMPIN)This is the analog output of the RF receiver. The pin must remain unconnected, or deterioration ofread capability will occur.Buffered Comparator (BUFCOMP)This is the digitized output of the RF receiver.Receiver blanking signal (BLANK)When low, the microcontroller is ignoring the output from the RF receiver.VCCThis is the 5.0 V regulated power for the interrogator. It should only be used as a reference. Currentdrawn in excess of 50 mA may cause the system to shut down.
14FCC ID:  A92RU1001AReader OperationThis chapter provides configuration information for the RI-RU1-001A-00 reader when usedwith the appropriate inlay(s).  The reader provides the connectors and LEDs described in thefollowing sections.Topic   Page3.1  Reader Panel Configurations ...........................................................................15RI-RU1-001A-00 Front Panel Configuration.........................................................15RI-RU1-001A-00 Rear Panel Configuration .........................................................15Typical Reader Installation Steps............................................................................16Connect External Antennas..................................................................................16Placing the Antennas............................................................................................16Connecting to a PC Serial Port or RS-232...........................................................17Connecting to a DC Source..................................................................................17Testing the Reader Set-up ...................................................................................17Aligning the Antenna ............................................................................................19Writing Information to Tag-it UHF inlay Inlays......................................................19Chapter 3
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide15Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A3.1  Reader Panel ConfigurationsRI-RU1-001A-00 Front Panel ConfigurationThe reader front panel has an On/Off switch. In the ON (up) position, the reader is turned on. The redPower ON LED should go ON, indicating that the reader is receiving power. In the OFF (down)position, the reader is turned off and not receiving power, even if connected to a power outlet.The front panel also contains three connectors. The lower connector is a DC power receptacle.  Themiddle connector is the 9-pin RS-232 port. The RS-232 serial port connector allows the reader tocommunicate with a personal computer.RI-RU1-001A-00 Rear Panel ConfigurationThe rear panel has nine coaxial connectors for connecting external antennas. Note that the readercan also operate with fewer than nine antennas.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide16Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ATypical Reader Installation StepsThe reader installation consists of the following typical steps:1.  Position the reader — locate near desired antenna locations.2. Connect external antennas3.  Place the antenna for optimum read/write operation4.  Connect the reader to PC serial port or RS-2325.  Connecting to a DC source6.  Configure the reader7.  Align the antennaConnect External AntennasThe rear panel provides nine coaxial antenna connectors. Each connector accommodates a singleexternal antenna.  The RI-RU1-001A-00 can be used with fewer than nine antennas. Install antennassequentially, starting with the left-most connector.Placing the AntennasAntenna placement is critical to ensure information is written to and read from inlays accurately.Observe the following guidelines when placing the antenna:Locate the antenna away from metal objects, microwave ovens, and other devices that may induceradio frequency interference. In addition, make sure there are no metallic surfaces between, or inrelative proximity to, the reader and inlay.When reading, the antenna should be placed no more than 84 inches from the objects bearing inlays.When writing, the antenna should be no more than 24 inches from objects bearing the inlay.WARNING:To meet FCC RF Exposure compliance, operator(s)should not be closer than 9 inches to the transmittingantenna.  See RF Exposure precautions in Chapter 4.The front of the antenna must be free of obstructions. Otherwise, information may not be written toand read from inlays accurately.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide17Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ACAUTION:Antennas must be labled indicating minimum seperationdistance per FCC RF Exposure requirements. If theinformation on the label is not clearly visible, a sign withthe same information must be posted within 36” of theantenna.  See last section of this manual.Connecting to a PC Serial Port or RS-232The reader has a 9-pin female RS-232 connector that connects to a serial port or RS-232 connectoron an IBM or compatible personal computer. The serial port can operate up to 57,600 bps.  To makethis connection, you need:•  An appropriately configured serial cable.•  One of the following adapters, if your computer's serial port does not have a 9-pin connector:- A 15-pin to 9-pin adapter, if your computer has a 15-pin serial port connector.- A 25-pin to 9-pin adapter, if your computer has a 25-pin serial port connector.•  Use the following procedure to connect the reader to your computer's serial port.1. Attach the male connector on the serial cable to the 9-pin serial connector on the reader's frontpanel.2. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer's serial port. Use an adapter, ifappropriate, to make this connection.Connecting to a DC SourceThe following procedure describes how to connect the reader to an AC Outlet.1.  Verify that the On/Off switch on the reader front panel is in the OFF (down) position.2.  Connect a DC power supply to the DC receptacle on the reader front panel. The DC powersupply must provide between 8-35 VDC at 2 AMPs and must have an AMP connector, with partnumber 1-480698-0, and socket terminations.3.  Set the On/Off switch to the ON (up) position. The Power ON LED light will illuminate.Testing the Reader Set-upThe following procedure will verify that the RS-232 link between the reader and the computer isfunctioning correctly, and test the full functionality (read, write, multiread) of the reader in thesurrounding environment.1.  Insert the supplied Development and Demo Tools, Disk 1, into an available floppy disk drive.2.  Open the "My Computer" icon on the desktop.3.  Open the floppy disk drive (typically A:).
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide18Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A4.  Run the application "Install.exe"5.  Installshield will launch and guide you through the installation of the Demo Tools onto yourcomputer.6.  Turn on the reader and ensure that the antennas are connected to the reader. Connect eachantenna from left to right.7.  Select the "Test Tool" icon in the tools folder from the start menu.8.  If the reader is attached to COM1 or COM2, it will be recognized by the application automatically.In the application dialog, you will see the text "found reader (rev XX.XX) on COMX".9.  If the reader is attached to COM3 or COM4, the application will not recognize the readerautomatically. In the application dialog, you will see the text "Can't find Reader, use ManualConnect." Select the appropriate COM PORT by pressing the down arrow in the "Reader <->Host" frame. Hit the connect button. You should see the text message "Connect: found reader(revision XX.XX) on COMX".10. Look for the text "Reader type = XXXX" in the application dialog. If "XXXX" is not "RI-RU1-001A-00", select "RI-RU1-001A-00" from the Reader menu of the Test Tool application.11. Look for the text "Mode = ..." in the application dialog. If the mode is not "Basic Function Test",select "Basic Function Test" from the Mode menu of the Test Tool application.12. There are three tests you must run in order to confirm that the reader is working correctly. Theseare "Read Test", "List Test", and "Write Test".13. Select "Antenna 1" button at the top of the Reader Test window. Hold a inlay in front of theantenna while ensuring that your hand is not between the antenna and inlay, or covering the inlayantenna.14. Position an object with a inlay within 84 inches of the antenna.15. Click the "Read Test" button. You should see the text "- Check Read: PASS _" appear in the TestResults box. If the test fails, follow the instructions given by the application.16. Remove all inlays from around the antenna and click the "List Test" button. Wait two seconds. Ifthe test is successful, you should see the following text appear in the Test Results box."- Check List _""List Start: OK""List Stop: OK""List Report: OK""Found 0 inlays:""Place 1 inlay in the field and run test again."17. Each List Test is composed of three commands given to the reader. If the test is successful, allthese tests should say "OK" after the test name. The application will ask you to repeat the ListTest with 1) A single inlay, and 2) two inlays in front of the antenna. The test is complete whenthe application successfully detects two inlays.18. The Write Test requires a write - capable inlay. Place the inlay within 24 inches of the antenna.19. Click on the Write Test button and observe the results in the Test Results box. If the test passes,you will see:
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide19Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A"- Check Write _""Write: OK"20. If the test fails, follow the instructions given by the application. If you repeatedly get the "Moveinlay closer to antenna" instruction, ensure the inlay is directly over the antenna and there are noobjects between the antenna and inlay.21. For each antenna that is connected to the reader, repeat steps 13-20 for that antenna.22. This completes the reader test.Aligning the AntennaAfter verifying that the reader is operating properly, use the following procedure to align the antenna(s).Aligning the antenna(s) ensures optimal performance.1.  Connect the reader to COM1 or COM2 and turn the power on.2.  Run the application "Test Tool" in the "Tools" folder in the start menu.3.  From the mode menu, choose "Antenna Alignment".4.  Select the antenna you wish to align with the available antenna buttons. Press the "Go" button.5.  Position an object with a inlay in the "scanning area", the point where you intend to scan.6.  Adjust the antenna until the application indicates it detects a inlay. You can find the completescanning field by moving the inlay around. When the application detects a inlay, the window willflash with the message "Label Found". Press the "GO" button again to stop the alignment test.7.  If you have other antennas connected, you can select the different antennas by using the antennabuttons on the top of the window.Writing Information to Tag-it UHF inlay InlaysRead/write inlays can be written to using the reader. Each bit of memory is write once, read many(WORM). Meaning after you have written to a specific bit, it is permanent and cannot be overwrittenor erased. To add more data to the inlay you must write to a different bit. Another feature includedwith each user-writable word of memory is a Write-Protect bit. This bit allows you to protect an entireword (16 bits) after any or all of the bits have been written.1.  Start the Demo application as described in the previous section.2.  Position an object with a inlay within 24 inches of the transmitting antenna and double click on itsID to bring up the inlay dialog.3.  In the Write Protect frame, hit "Query All". Any writable memory location will become editable(white), while write protected memory locations will stay gray.4.  Move the mouse cursor over a memory location and click within that location to edit it. Enter anew value and then hit "refresh" or move the cursor to a different memory location and click. Theapplication will attempt to write the value you specified to the inlay.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide20Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A5.  The status of the inlay will be displayed in the status box at the lower part of the screen. If thewrite was unsuccessful, the value in the memory location will change back to reflect the valueactually stored there.6.  To write protect a memory location, move the cursor to a memory location and click the "Set"button in the Write Protect section. The memory location will change from a white background toa gray background to show that it is now write protected.7.  To write to a block of memory locations, use the commands in the block section of the window.Enter the starting memory location in the "From" window. Enter number of memory locations inthe "Length" window. The ending memory location will be automatically calculated in the "To:"window. Click the box to the left of the "Write" text and enter the data in the window below the"Write" command.8.  To write protect the entire block, click the box to the left of the "Write Protect" text.9.  To complete the block write command, select the "Perform" button.10. To return to the List ID mode, click the "OK" button.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide21FCC ID:  A92RU1001ARegulatory and Warranty NoticesTopic   Page4.1  FCC Part 15 Compliance..................................................................................22    Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure......................................................................224.2  ETSI Conformity ...............................................................................................234.3  CE Conformity ..................................................................................................234.4  Environmental Requirements ...........................................................................234.5  Warranty and Liability.......................................................................................24Chapter 4
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide22Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A4.1  FCC Part 15 ComplianceThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.  Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications.  However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation.  If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged 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 technician for help.Note:This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15.  The Class B limits help insure that this deviceprovides reasonable protection against harmful interference inresidential installations.  This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions in this manual, may causeharmful interference to radio communications.Note:NO MODIFICATIONS: Modifications to this device shall not bemade without the written consent of Texas InstrumentsIncorporated.  Unauthorized modifications may void the authoritygranted under Federal Communications Commission Rulespermitting the operation of this device.Radio Frequency (RF) ExposureIn order for this device to comply with FCC-adopted RF exposure limits, precautions must betaken.  To meet the requirements of the FCC’s Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE)guidelines, persons should not be closure than 9 inches (23cm) to a transmitting antenna.For installations where an operator must handle a tag or diagnostic tool closer than 9 inches tothe transmitting antenna, the operator should ensure that the RF antenna is not transmittingprior to positioning the tag or tool closer than 9 inches to the transmitting antenna, the operatorshould ensure that the RF antenna is not transmitting prior to positioning the tag or tool.  Oncethe operator has positioned the tag or diagnostic tool, and moved away a minimum of 9 inchesfrom the antenna, the antenna can be re-activated.  For all installations labels must be placed
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide23Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001Aon individual antennas, or signs must be displayed, indicating “CAUTION: A minimumseparation distance of 9 inches must be maintained between an antenna and persons formeeting FCC RF Exposure compliance.  See Reference Guide for details on operationalrequirements.”  See Appendix A for site labelling requirements.For more information on RF Exposure, where incidental exposure may exceed the aboveguidelines, please refer to the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology Bulletin 65,Supplement C, Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio-frequency Electromagnetic Fields,available at:http://www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins/Disclaimer:Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including the reader, may interfere with thefunctionality of inadequately protected medical devices.  Consult a physician or themanufacturer of the medical device if you have any questions.  Other electronic equipment mayalso be subject to interference.4.2  ETSI ConformityAny device or system incorporating the Series 7000 reader, in full or in part, may need tocomply with European Standard EN300330. It is the responsibility of each system integrator tohave their complete system tested and to obtain approvals as required from the local authoritiesbefore operating or selling this system.4.3  CE ConformityAny device or system incorporating the Series 7000 reader, in full or in part, may need to have aCE Declaration of Conformity stating that it meets European EMC directive 99/5/EC. This mustbe issued by the system integrator or user of such a system prior to marketing or operating it inthe European community.4.4  Environmental RequirementsThe Series 7000 Reader is qualified to meet the following environmental guidelines:-  Life Test: Operating temperature tests in accordance with MIL_STD_810E, Method 501.1,using the following parameters: 85 degrees C, duration 500 hours.-  High Temperature Storage: Storage temperature tests in accordance with MIL-STD-810E,method 501.3, Procedure 1 using the following parameters: High temperature 85 degrees C,500 hours.-  Low Temperature Storage: Storage temperature tests in accordance with MIL-STD-810E,method 502.3, Procedure 1 using the following parameters: Low temperature -45 degreesC, 500 hours.-  Humidity Environment: Humidity tests in accordance with MIL-STD-810E, Method 507.3,procedure III, aggravated screening, using the following humidity parameters: 80 % relativehumidity, non-condensing at 70o C, duration 500 hours.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide24Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001A-  Thermal Shock: Thermal Shock testing in accordance with MIL-STD-810E, Method 503.3,using the following thermal shock parameters: - 45 to 85 degrees C, 100 cycles duration, 30minutes per temperature.-  Mechanical Shock Environment: Shock test performed in accordance with MIL-STD-810E,Method 516.3 using the following parameters: 5 G's at 10 ms, half-sinusoidal wave, 6 axes,and 3 shocks per axis.-  Vibration Environment: Vibration tests in accordance with MIL-STD-810E, Method 514.4,using the following parameters: 15 to 500 Hz, 1-g peak, 30 minutes sweep, logarithmic.4.5  Warranty and LiabilityThe "General Conditions of Sale and Delivery" of Texas Instruments Incorporated or a TIsubsidiary apply. Warranty and liability claims for defect products, injuries to persons andproperty damages are void if they are the result of one or more of the following causes:!  Improper use of the reader module.!  Unauthorized assembly, operation and maintenance of the reader module.!  Operation of the reader modules with defective and/or non-functioning safety andprotective equipment.!  Failure to observe the instructions during transport, storage, assembly, operation,maintenance and setting up of the reader modules.!  Unauthorized changes to the reader modules.!  Insufficient monitoring of the reader modules' operation or environmental conditions.!  Improperly conducted repairs.!  Catastrophes caused by foreign bodies and acts of God.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide25Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ARF Exposure Labeling RequirementsRF Exposure "Caution" LabelPurpose:  To meet FCC requirements with regard to RF Exposure, for applications where an individualantenna is used in conjunction with an S7000 UHF Reader, the antenna must have affixed to it, a labelindicating the minimum separation distance required to meet FCC RF Exposure compliance. See samplelabel below.Label SpecificationSize: 1" x 3"Stock: White, adhesive-backedSample Label:Placement:  Label will be placed on antenna radome surface such that it is clearly visible/legible at a distanceof no less than 9 inches from the transmitting antenna, to the operator or any persons who may enter thevicinity of the antenna.Exception:  If this is not feasible to affix a label to the antenna radome such that it is visible/legible due to therestraints of a particular application, a "Caution" sign must be posted within 36 inches of the antenna, suchthat the verbiage on the sign is clearly visible/legible at a distance no closer than 9 inches from thetransmitting antenna, to any person who may enter the vicinity of the antenna. See RF Exposure "Caution"Sign Specification.Appendix ACaution:  A minimum separation distance of 9inches must be maintained between an antennaand persons to meet FCC RF Exposurecompliance.  See Reference Manual for details onoperational requirements.
August 2001  Series 7000 Reader Reference Guide26Draft DocumentFCC ID:  A92RU1001ARF Exposure "Caution" SignPurpose:  To meet FCC requirements with regard to RF Exposure, for applications where a group of RFantennas is used in conjunction with an S7000 UHF Reader, a sign must be posted indicating the minimumseparation distance required to meet FCC RF Exposure compliance. See sample sign below.Sign SpecificationSize: 5.5" x 8.5"Specification:  One-half sheet of standard white paper.Sample Sign:                                                         8.5”5.5”Placement:  In applications that require a group of antennas, a "Caution" sign must be posted within 36inches of the antennas, such that the verbiage on the sign is clearly legible at a distance no closer than 9inches from the transmitting antenna, to any person who may enter the vicinity of the antenna.Caution:A minimum separation distance of 9 inchesmust be maintained between an antenna andpersons to meet FCC RF Exposurecompliance.  See Reference Manual fordetails on operational requirements.

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