3M Traffic Safety Systems ID6200 IDentity 6204 (900 MHz) RFID Reader User Manual

3M Traffic Safety Systems IDentity 6204 (900 MHz) RFID Reader

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IDentity 6204 USER’s GUIDE V1.02 January 26, 2012 © 2012 Sirit Inc., All Rights Reserved. “Sirit”, the Sirit Design, “RFID by Sirit”, the RFID by Sirit Design and “vision beyond sight” are all trademarks of Sirit Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This product is covered by one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 7,199,713, 7,209,040, 6,346,881, and 6,617,962. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability The content of this manual is for information use only and is subject to change without notice. Sirit assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this publication. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Sirit. Sirit products are not designed, intended, authorized or warranted to be suitable for life support applications or any other life critical applications which could involve potential risk of death, personal injury, property damage, or environmental damage. FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the 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 FSTech-Sirit or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. About Sirit, a Federal Signal Technologies Company Sirit, a Federal Signals Technologies Company, designs, develops, manufactures and sells Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. Targeted at a diverse set of markets RFID technology has become a core technology for applications including: electronic toll collection, access control, cashless payment systems, product identification, and supply chain management systems including logistics, warehousing and manufacturing, and asset management. Federal Signal Technologies 2 Technology Irvine, CA 92618 Tel: (949) 341-0409 Fax (949) 341-0521 Web: www.fstech.com Sirit 1321 Valwood Parkway, Suite 620 Carrollton, Texas 75006 United States Tel: 972.243.7208 Fax: 972.243.8034 Toll Free: 1.866.338.9586 Web: www.sirit.com
Preface IDentity 6204 User’s Guide i Preface Intended audience This document is intended for those who wish to setup and operate the IDentity 6204 Radio Frequency Identification system. Before attempting to install, configure, and operate this product, you should be familiar with the following: h Windows-based software installation and operation h Device communication parameters including Ethernet and serial communications h RFID reader configuration including antenna placement h Basic digital input/output control What’s in this guide The information in this guide is presented as follows: Chapter 1 - Reader Overview:This chapter provides a brief overview of the IDentity 6204 hardware and software. Chapter 2 - Reader Equipment Installation – This chapter describes how to mechanically and electrically install the reader. Chapter 3 - Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation – This chapter describes how to install the Microsoft Windows RST application. Chapter 4 - Reader Operation – This chapter describes how to initially test a reader and how to operate deployed readers. Chapter 5 - Reader Startup Tool (RST) – This chapter describes the RST and the various functions you can perform with this Microsoft Windows application. Chapter 6 - Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) – This chapter describes the RCT and the various functions you can perform with this embedded reader application. Chapter 7 - Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs – This chapter describes how to setup the reader’s digital inputs and outputs. Chapter 8 - Specifications – This chapter detailed mechanical, electrical, and environmental specifications for the IDentity 6204. Chapter 9 - Safety Instructions – This chapter provides important safety information about the IDentity 6204. All users must read this section before installing or operating this reader. Appendix A – Error Handling – This appendix lists IDentity 6204 errors and warnings. Corrective actions are provided where applicable.
ii IDentity 6204 User’s Guide What’s New in this Version Version 1.0 of this User’s Guide is the first release. Conventions used in this manual The following conventions are used in this manual: Bold courier font indicates code entered by the user (values) within parentheses indicate parameters (values) in italics indicate user defined variables. <n> indicates a variable number used in a function that can apply to several different devices such as antennas or I/O ports. WARNING: Warnings advise the reader that a hazardous condition can be created by a particular action that can cause bodily injury or extreme damage to equipment ATTENTION This warning indicates that the device is susceptible to Electro Static Discharge and appropriate precautions must be taken to avoid equipment damage. Caution: Cautions advise the reader that a condition can be created by a particular action that can cause equipment damage or result in equipment operation that violates regulatory requirements. NOTES Important information and other tips are presented in light blue boxes to the left of the applicable section.
Contents IDentity 6204 User’s Guide iii Table of Contents 1 Reader Overview...................................................................................................................................1 1.1. Reader Hardware .................................................................................................................................1 1.2. Reader Software...................................................................................................................................2 2 Reader Equipment Installation..........................................................................................................3 2.1. Mechanical Installation.......................................................................................................................3 2.2. Electrical Installation...........................................................................................................................5 2.2.1. Connecting the Serial Port.........................................................................................................6 2.2.2. Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port.........................................................................6 2.2.3. Connecting the External Antenna .............................................................................................7 2.2.4. Connecting Digital Inputs/Outputs............................................................................................7 2.2.5. Connecting the Power ...............................................................................................................7 3 Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation ............................................................................8 3.1. Installing RST Software.......................................................................................................................8 3.2. Windows 7 Setup..................................................................................................................................9 3.3. Reader Startup................................................................................................................................... 10 3.4. Initial Reader Setup.......................................................................................................................... 11 4 Reader Operation.............................................................................................................................. 15 4.1. Basic Operation with RST................................................................................................................. 15 4.2. Deployed Reader Operation with RCT............................................................................................ 17 5 Reader Startup Tool (RST) ............................................................................................................... 19 5.1. View Readers on the Network......................................................................................................... 19 5.2. Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard...................................................................................... 20 5.3. Customize Discovery Options.......................................................................................................... 21 5.4. View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings........................................................................... 22 5.5. Reader Test Tool (RTT)...................................................................................................................... 23 5.5.1. General Page ...........................................................................................................................23 5.5.2. Tag Performance Page ............................................................................................................27 5.5.3. Tag Management Page............................................................................................................29 5.5.4. Macros Page ............................................................................................................................30 5.5.5. Event Handling Page...............................................................................................................32 5.5.6. Antenna Settings Page.............................................................................................................33
Contents iv IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.6. Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT)........................................................................................................ 34 5.6.1. Channel Statistics....................................................................................................................34 5.6.2. Alarms.....................................................................................................................................35 5.6.3. Tag Report...............................................................................................................................36 5.6.4. Spectrum Analyzer..................................................................................................................37 5.6.5. Power Ramp Tool ...................................................................................................................38 6 Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT)................................................................................ 39 6.1. Basic Configuration........................................................................................................................... 40 6.1.1. Configuration Page Header.....................................................................................................40 6.1.2. Manage Profiles ......................................................................................................................41 6.1.3. Set Tag Protocol......................................................................................................................43 6.1.4. Setup Ethernet/LAN................................................................................................................44 6.1.5. Setup Serial Port......................................................................................................................45 6.1.6. Setup Digital Accessories .......................................................................................................46 6.1.7. Setup Antenna/Cables.............................................................................................................47 6.1.8. Set Regulatory Mode (Region) ...............................................................................................48 6.1.9. Setup Summary.......................................................................................................................48 6.2. Advanced Functions.......................................................................................................................... 49 6.2.1. Firmware Management ...........................................................................................................49 6.2.2. Import/Export Configuration ..................................................................................................50 6.2.3. Command Line........................................................................................................................52 6.3. Expert Configuration......................................................................................................................... 53 6.3.1. Expert Configuration – Setup .................................................................................................53 6.3.2. Expert Configuration – Tag ....................................................................................................54 6.3.3. Expert Configuration – Version..............................................................................................55 6.3.4. Expert Configuration – Information .......................................................................................56 6.3.5. Expert Configuration – Communication.................................................................................57 6.3.6. Expert Configuration – Antennas............................................................................................58 6.3.7. Expert Configuration – Digital I/O.........................................................................................59 6.3.8. Expert Configuration – Modem ..............................................................................................60 6.4. User Application Management........................................................................................................ 61 6.5. Change Operating Mode................................................................................................................... 62 6.6. View Tags............................................................................................................................................ 63 6.7. Check Reader Status........................................................................................................................ 64 6.8. Review Logs ....................................................................................................................................... 66
Contents IDentity 6204 User’s Guide v 7 Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs..........................................................................................67 7.1. Digital Inputs...................................................................................................................................... 67 7.2. Digital Outputs................................................................................................................................... 67 7.3. Low Latency Digital Input/Output Operation................................................................................ 67 7.4. Digital I/O Monitoring and Control Scripts.................................................................................... 69 7.4.1. scan_trigger.py........................................................................................................................69 7.4.2. scan_trigger_timer.py..............................................................................................................70 7.4.3. signal_read.py .........................................................................................................................70 7.4.4. signal_read_crc_error.py.........................................................................................................71 7.4.5. rf_mon.py................................................................................................................................71 7.5. Digital Input Alarm Generation....................................................................................................... 72 7.6. Digital I/O Hardware Connection.................................................................................................... 73 8 Specifications..................................................................................................................................... 74 8.1.1. Reader Specifications..............................................................................................................74 8.1.2. Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................75 8.1.3. AC/DC Power Adapter Specifications....................................................................................75 8.1.4. RS-232 Specifications.............................................................................................................75 8.1.5. Digital Input/Output Specifications ........................................................................................75 8.1.6. Ethernet LAN Specifications ..................................................................................................75 8.1.7. IDentity 6204 Antenna Specifications ....................................................................................76 8.1.8. Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout...........................................................................79 9 Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 80 9.1. Power Disconnect Device................................................................................................................. 80 9.2. RF Safety............................................................................................................................................. 80 9.3. Electrostatic Discharge..................................................................................................................... 80 9.4. Regulatory Compliance.................................................................................................................... 80 A Error Handling.................................................................................................................................... 81 A.1. Critical Errors..........................................................................................................................81 A.2. Major Errors............................................................................................................................82 A.3. Warnings .................................................................................................................................86 A.4. Informational Messages ..........................................................................................................88
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 1 1 Reader Overview 1.1. Reader Hardware The IDentity 6204 is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) System that operates in the 860 – 960 MHz UHF band. The reader is configured at the factory to operate within a specific regulatory region (for example: FCC Part 90). Figure 1 IDentity 6204 UHF Reader As shown in the following figure, the IDentity 6204 reader supports four Tx/Rx antennas (not shown). The reader is also equipped with RS-232 serial and Ethernet interfaces. Figure 2 IDentity 6204 Power and I/O Connections
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Overview 2 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 1.2. Reader Software The IDentity 6204 is shipped with two software applications that you can use to configure and control the reader. Reader Startup Tool (RST) The RST is a Microsoft Windows based application you install on your computer. With RST, you can view all readers on your network. After selecting a reader, you can modify its communication, network, and operational parameters. You can also read tags, review tag data, and perform diagnostics. This RST is primarily intended for initially configuring a reader prior to deployment. After deployment, use the Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). Detailed information on the RST is provided in Chapter 5. Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) This RCT is an embedded reader application that allows you to access your readers across a LAN or WAN. Enter the IP address of the reader into your Web browser and the RCT allows you to fully modify and operate the reader. With the same functionality as the RST, this application allows you to modify the reader’s communication, network, and operational parameters. You can also read tags, review tag data, perform diagnostics, and upload new software. This application is primarily intended for configuring and managing deployed readers. Detailed information on the RCT is provided in Chapter 6.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 3 2 Reader Equipment Installation 2.1. Mechanical Installation The IDentity 6204 is available with two mounting flanges suitable for most pole and wall mount applications. Any mounting surface must be able to support a minimum static load of 11.0 pounds (5 kg) plus any additional live load due to environmental conditions. Figure 3 IDentity 6204 Mechanical Dimensions and Mounting Hole Locations (Dimensions in Inches)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation 4 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide To mount the IDentity 6204 reader assembly, refer to Figure 3 and perform the following: 1 Prepare the mounting surface to accept the 10 mounting bolts. The hole pattern should match that shown in Figure 3 and the mounting surface must be able to support 11 lbs (5 kg). 2 Mount the reader. 3 Locate the Interface Cable. 4 Connect the cable to the reader’s bulk head connector and twist to lock in place. 5 Connect the antenna cables (see Figure 4). 6 Adjust the angle of the antennas and tighten the hardware. WARNING: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 meter from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5 2.2. Electrical Installation A general installation diagram is shown in the following figure. Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information. Figure 4 IDentity 6204 Electrical Connections Caution: The IDentity 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirit Technologies for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. ATTENTION IDentity 6204 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the IDentity 6204 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD. Installation Notice Installation of the IDentity 6204 is only to be performed by trained, Sirit approved personnel.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation 6 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 2.2.1. Connecting the Serial Port The IDentity 6204 RS-232 serial port provides communication up to 115200 Baud. This port is accessed through the bulkhead connector on the reader. If you are using the serial port for reader communication, connect a serial cable from the COM port on your PC to the serial port on the reader. See Figure 2 for location of the connector. Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector. 2.2.2. Connecting and Configuring the Ethernet Port The IDentity 6204 Ethernet port is accessed through the bulkhead connector. If you are communicating with your reader across a Local Area Network (LAN), connect an Ethernet cable from your hub or router to the bulkhead connector. By default, the reader is configured to use a DHCP server to obtain its IP address and related information. In the event a DHCP server is unavailable, the reader will boot with an IP address in the 169.254.x.x subnet. In the absence of other readers on the same network, and if no other network traffic is observed which references 169.254.1.1, the reader will select that address; otherwise, it will select a random address on the 169.254.x.x subnet. IP address settings can be changed using RST. Refer to the View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings section in Chapter 5. Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Equipment Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 7 2.2.3. Connecting the External Antenna The IDentity 6204 supports four external Tx/Rx antennas. Connect the antenna to the antenna port located on the bottom of the reader. Refer to Chapter 7 – Specifications for specific information regarding the external antenna and antenna cable. Caution: The IDentity 6204 is equipped with four external RF ports. If activated, these RF ports must be properly terminated with a 50 ohm load or a functional UHF antenna before power up. Always power down the reader before removing an antenna or load from an RF port. ATTENTION The IDentity 6204 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the IDentity 6204 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD. 2.2.4. Connecting Digital Inputs/Outputs The IDentity 6204 is equipped with a general purpose digital input/output (I/O) port that provides four optically isolated 5-24 VDC input signals and four open-collector output signals. The digital inputs can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading. These inputs can be configured to provide an external read trigger from proximity sensors, photo switches, or other devices. The digital outputs can be used as general purpose outputs, to indicate tag reading activity, or to indicate the reader is transmitting (RF On). The outputs can also be configured to trigger conveyor gates or other access control and sorting devices. For detailed information on configuring the digital inputs and outputs refer to Chapter 7. 2.2.5. Connecting the Power The IDentity 6204 operates on 24 Vdc provided through the bulkhead connector on the rear of the reader. Connect the power supply to the reader and connect the power supply to your 100–240 Vac, 50-60 Hz power source. Allow 30 seconds for the reader to initialize. Refer to the Chapter 8 – Specifications for details on the bulkhead connector.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 8 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 3 Reader Startup Tool (RST) Software Installation 3.1. Installing RST Software The IDentity 6204 is delivered with a Microsoft Windows application called Reader Startup Tool (RST). You can use this application to initially configure your reader as well as read and display tag data. Install RST 1 To install RST, load your product CD and double-click the RSTInstaller.msi file: 2 Press Next> 3 Read the License Agreement. Select I Agree and press Next> 4 Select Reader Tool Suite. Press Next>. 5 Verify the path and folder where RST will be installed. Press Next>.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 9 5 Press Next>. 6 After the installation completes, press Close. 3.2. Windows 7 Setup If you have a Windows 7 operating system, your firewall may block UDP traffic and consequently RST may not discover your readers. Perform the following to configure your system: For Microsoft Firewall 1 Log into your computer as Administrator. 2 Navigate to the Control Panel and select Control Panel → System and Security. 3 Select Allow a program through Windows firewall. 4 Scroll down the list and locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK. 5 If Startup Tool is not in the list, press Allow another program. 6 Locate Startup Tool, check it, and press OK. 7 Restart RST and it should discover readers. For Third-Party Firewalls 1 Log into your computer as Administrator. 2 Set your firewall to allow RST to receive UDP traffic on port 50000 and 50001.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 10 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 3.3. Reader Startup To begin using your reader, open the RST application. Open RST 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→Sirit→Reader Startup Tool (RST) 2 If this is the first time starting the RST application, you may receive a Windows Security Alert. This warning indicates that the firewall is blocking the RST application. 3 If the warning window is hidden under the RST windows, collapse the RST window.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 11 4 Press Unblock. 5 Press Refresh on the RST 6 The RST main page will display any readers currently connected to the network. 3.4. Initial Reader Setup To configure a specific reader, perform the following: Reader Setup 1 Select the reader on the main RST page by clicking the button to the left of the reader Mac address. 2 Press the button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu. 3 The IDentity 6204 Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed. NOTE: Earlier versions of Microsoft Windows™ may not provide the Security Alert popup. IF RST does not discover your reader, check your Windows Firewall/Security settings.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 12 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 4 Press Next> and enter the Login (admin) and Password. If this is the first time configuring your reader, enter: readeradmin. 5 After entering your Login and Password, press Next>
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 13 6 Select the Region and Sub Region and press Next>. 7 Select the protocol of the tags you will be reading and press Next>. 8 Select the antennas you will be installing and press Next>. Custom Setup If your installation type differs from one of the choices shown in the Setup Wizard, you can always customize your setup later using the embedded web interface capability. See the Advanced Setup chapter in this guide for more information.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RST Software Installation 14 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 9 Estimate the number of tags that will be presented to the reader at any one time and press Next>. 10 It is highly recommended that you save the reader setup as a profile. Select Save changes to a profile…, enter a Profile Name, and press Finish to complete the initial reader setup. Saving Reader Setup Reader setup information should be saved as a profile. In the event that you need to reboot or power down a reader, the reader setup can be quickly reloaded by loading the profile. If you don’t save the reader setup, you can loose the information if the reader is rebooted.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 15 4 Reader Operation 4.1. Basic Operation with RST The IDentity 6204 can be operated either from the RST application or by logging directly into the reader’s embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To operate the reader from RST, perform the following: Open RST 1 From your Windows desktop, select: Start→Programs→Sirit→Reader Startup Tool (RST) 2 Select a reader and press on the RST tool bar or select Test from the Tools pull-down menu.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation 16 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 3 The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is displayed. 4 Login to the reader. From the pull-down menu select Reader→Login…. 5 For administrator login, select admin. The initial password (Pwd) is readeradmin. See Advanced Setup section to change the password. 6 Verify the Operating Mode is set to Active. From the pull-down menu select Operating Mode→Active. 7 Select the Tag Performance tab and press Start. 8 Place tags in front of antenna and verify tags are read and displayed.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 17 4.2. Deployed Reader Operation with RCT Once your readers are deployed, you can access them directly using the embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT). To access a particular reader, perform the following: 1 Enter the reader’s IP address into your web browser, press the button on the RST tool bar or select Configure from the Tools pull-down menu. 2 The reader’s RCT interface is displayed. 3 Log into the reader. Press Login for the login screen. 4 The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin and enter readeradmin as the password. 5 Press Submit. 6 Select Basic Configuration →Setup Antenna/Cables to configure the antennas, gain, and power settings.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Operation 18 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 7 Select Advanced Functions →Change Operating Mode to verify the reader is in the proper mode. 8 Select Basic Configuration →Set Tag Protocol to verify the reader is configured for the proper tag protocol. 9 Press System Status →View Tags to view tag data. 10 If you need to configure additional changes to your reader, refer to Chapter 7 – Reader Configuration Tool for information on using RCT to adjust configuration variables and parameters.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 19 5 Reader Startup Tool (RST) The Reader Startup Tool (RST) provides an easy-to-use interface for the IDentity 6204 configuration and operation functions. This application resides on your Windows based computer and allows you to perform the following: h View all readers on the network h Launch the Reader Setup Wizard to configure a reader h View and change a reader’s network settings h Add a new reader to the network h Launch Reader Test Tool to perform basic reader/tag operations h Launch Reader Diagnostic Tool to view statistics, alarms, and reports 5.1. View Readers on the Network When RST starts up, all readers currently connected to the network and powered up are displayed.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 20 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.2. Configure Reader with the Setup Wizard The Reader Setup Wizard is used to initially configure your reader for operation. With this application, you can select the following: h Installation type h Regulatory region and sub-region h Protocol h Number of antennas h Estimated tag volume To initially configure your reader perform the following: 1 Press the button on the RST tool bar or select Setup Wizard from the Tools pull-down menu. 2 The IDentity 6204 Reader Setup Wizard (RSW) is displayed. 3 Refer to Chapter 2 – Reader Configuration for detailed instructions on using the Reader Setup Wizard.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 21 5.3. Customize Discovery Options You can customize the reader discovery options including the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address. h Listen Address – Address that RST uses to listen for UDP discovery packets from the reader. This is customizable on the reader. h Request Multicast Address –Address used by RST to send out the UDP update request packets. This is customizable on the reader. In addition, you can select if you want a secure connection for the Test, Configure, and Diagnostic Tools. This connection uses the HTTPS protocol and any data transferred between devices is encrypted. 1 On the RST tool bar select Options from the Discovery pull-down menu. 2 Select either IP version 4 or IP version 6. 3 Enter the Listen Address and Request Multicast Address as required. 4 Select whether you require a secure connection for the Test, Configure, and Diagnostic Tools. 5 Press Apply.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 22 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.4. View or Change the Reader’s Network Settings 1 From the RST main page, press the button. 2 Verify the IP Address, Subnet, and Default Gateway are correct. 3 If Method: DHCP is selected these fields will be locked. 4 If required, change the values.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 23 5.5. Reader Test Tool (RTT) The Reader Test Tool (RTT) is primarily designed for new users to test reader operation and perform a few basic reader functions. With RTT, you can perform the following: h Read tags h Issue commands to the reader and view the responses h Run macros h Observe reader events h To access the Reader Test Tool, select a reader and press on the RST tool bar or select Test from the Tools pull-down menu. 5.5.1. General Page The General Page allows you to issue commands to the reader and view any responses. From the pull-down menus, you can also login to the reader, change the operating mode, select another protocol, and select which antennas are active.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 24 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Login to Reader To login to the reader, perform the following: 1 From the pull-down menu, select Reader→Login…. 2 Select the type of Login from the pull down. The default login is guest. If you need administrator privileges, login as admin. 3 Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin as the password if you logged in as admin. 4 Press OK. Select Operating Mode From the pull-down menu, select Operating Mode→<Active | Standby> or, press the Operating Mode select button on the left side of the tool bar. h Active – Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel. h Standby – Reader is not transmitting any RF energy, unless processing a tag related command. The transmitter is enabled at the beginning of the command processing, protocol operations required for the command are performed, and then the RF transmitter is turned off. Default Admin Password Sirit recommends changing the default Admin password once installation, configuration, and testing are complete.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 25 Select Protocol You can activate one or more protocols on the IDentity 6204 using RST. From the pull-down menu, select Protocols→<protocol>. Active protocols are indicated by . Antenna Selection You can select the ports that have antennas connected and which antennas are active. Perform the following: 1 From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→<n>. Active antennas are indicated by . 2 You can also select the order in which antennas are activated. From the pull-down menu, select Antennas→Mux sequence.... 3 Enter the antenna numbers in the order to be activated. 4 Press OK.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 26 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Set Reader Options You can setup other reader options including help type macro highlighting. From the pull-down menu, select Edit→Options.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 27 5.5.2. Tag Performance Page The Tag Performance page is used to test the reader performance. To initiate a timed test, enter the length of test (in ms) into the Total Query Time field. For example, to verify to number of tags read in a 30-second interval, select Active Operating Mode, enter 30000, and press the Start button. The test will complete after 30 seconds and the output statistics are updated for the query time. Output statistics are read-only and include: Total Unique Tags, Tag Read Count, Cumulative Rate, and Current Rate. Detailed descriptions of the various Tag Performance fields and functions are provided in the following sections. Tag read controls are provided by the Tag Database Query and Scan Operation blocks. Use the Query controls when the reader is in Active mode. Use the Scan Operation controls when in Standby mode. Tag and reader performance data is provided in the Performance Information and Tag Acquisition Analysis blocks.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 28 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Performance Information Total Unique Tags – Number of unique tags in the tag database. Tag Read Count – Total number of tags read (including repeat reads). Cumulative Rate – Cumulative read rate in tags/second since the Start button was pressed. Current Rate – Current read rate in tags/second. Tag Database Query Controls Click to retrieve the current information from reader’s tag database. Click to query the tag database every Query Interval (ms) for a total time of Total Query Time (ms). Do not set the interval less than 500. If Total Query Time is set to 0, query continues indefinitely. Click to stop automatic query. Indicates current read rate with audible tone. Check to purge the reader’s tag database after each query. Refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for more information on the tag database. Tag Acquisition Analysis The Tag Acquisition Analysis fields provide the minimum, maximum, and average number of times each tag was read. For example, assume five tags (A, B, C, D, and E) are read 107, 59, 223, 187, and 94 times respectively. The displayed values are as follows: Min = 59 Avg = 134 Max = 223 Scan Operation Scan time (ms) – Enter the duration of reader operation in milliseconds. After this time expires, the tag information is displayed. Press this button to activate the reader. Purge and Clear Reader Statistics Select the reader and then select Edit→Purge and Clear Statistics.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 29 5.5.3. Tag Management Page The Tag Management page is used for reading individual fields on a single tag as well as writing the access password and locking a tag. The Read button will cause the reader to singulate and read a tag in the selected antennas’ RF field. Specific fields you can read include: h Kill Code h Access Code h Tag ID h TID h User Data Clear Read and Write Fields To clear the Read or Write fields, select Edit→Clear….
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 30 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.5.4. Macros Page The Macros page allows the reader to manage macro files. The macros are provided by Sirit or can be written by the end user. Some of the macros provided are dependent on the operating region of the reader. A macro (script or command file) is a text file that contains one or more reader commands. These commands are used to configure the reader to a known configuration. The Macros can contain variables. These variables are resolved by a dialog box (Macro Variables) that appears when the Send to Reader button is selected. The syntax of a variable is: [$variable_name] During execution, the variable is replaced with user entries into the Macro Variables dialog box. Macros can be edited with any text editor including Windows Notepad.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 31 Macro Input sub-window The Macro Input window shows the current script that will be sent to the reader when the Send to Reader button is selected. The text in the Macro Input window can be edited prior to being sent to the reader. Macro Output sub-window The Macro Output window is updated after the Send to Reader button is selected. Look at this window to verify that each command line in a script executed correctly. Look for the −−>> ok response from the reader for each command line. Macro Variables Dialog box When a macro is sent to the reader, the values for variables must be resolved via this Windows Dialog box. You can [tab] to each value field and enter the desired value. For example, one macro can be used for two different applications by using variables for antenna selection and transmit power. Macro Example To configure the reader for FCC, Part 90 Dense operation, send the following macro (part90_6tari_lf640_PR_M2.mcr): # configure region setup.region=fcc setup.sub_region=fcc_part90 # set frequency setup.advanced.preferred_frequencies=915950 # configure protocol modem.protocol.isoc.control.auto_phy.enable=false modem.protocol.isoc.physical.set(tari=tari_06_25, return_link_freq=LF640, data_1_length=d1_len_20, rt_modulation=rt_mod_pr, tr_encoding=tr_enc_miller_2,interrogator_mode=dense)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 32 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.5.5. Event Handling Page The Event Handling page allows you to register for Reader Events. After registration, events are displayed with the newest on the bottom and the most recent event will scroll to the bottom of the window. Individual events or a group of events can be registered. For detailed information on individual events, refer to Chapter 18 – Events Namespace of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. Registering for an individual event To register for an individual event, either type the event name or select an event from a pull-down list. Registering for a group of events Registering for event.error events, will cause the reader to autonomously send all events in the event.error namespace to the RTT program and be displayed in the window of this page. Enter event.error in the Events: field and press the Register button. The Clear button can be selected at any time to clear the window.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 33 5.5.6. Antenna Settings Page The Antenna Settings page allows you to adjust the power settings for each antenna. Only the controls for those antennas that are connected are activated.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 34 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.6. Reader Diagnostics Tool (RDT) The Reader Diagnostic Tool (RDT) is to be used by Sirit trained technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose various reader issues. Administrator login is required. To use RDT, you must login as an administrator, perform the following. When you first start RDT, the following login will appear: Enter your Password. Enter readeradmin or your current administrator password. Press OK. 5.6.1. Channel Statistics The Channel Stats page shows details of channel changes. This page is typically used to observe regional behavior.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 35 5.6.2. Alarms The Alarms page is used to capture autonomous alarms generated by the reader during normal operation. The alarms are defined as autonomous reader events for the following namespaces: event.error event.warning
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 36 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.6.3. Tag Report The Tag Report page is used to view specific information for each tag singulation. This feature provides detailed attributes of tag singulations such as tag power (RSSI) and on which antenna that tag singulated. Caution: Use of this tool can adversely affect tag reader performance, particularly if many tag fields are enabled. Use the RTT->Tag Performance page for normal tag performance testing.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 37 5.6.4. Spectrum Analyzer The Spectrum Analyzer allows you to examine the spectral composition of the radio waves in your surrounding environment. This feature provides a graphical representation of the current spectral RF noise in units of dBm with a range of 0 to -120 dBm. This feature is intended for expert users to verify RF environmental conditions during an installation. Caution: Using this feature during normal reader operation can significantly degrade tag reading performance.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Startup Tool 38 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 5.6.5. Power Ramp Tool The Power Ramp Tool determines the minimum power to activate a tag and can help determine tag quality. This activation power level can help determine the read range at various attenuation levels and, for AVI applications, can help determine the "read-zone" or an antenna pattern. The tool starts by configuring the reader to start transmitting at a high attenuation level (usually maximum allowed for reader) and decrements the level until it observes a response from the tag. The transmitter is turned off and the minimum value to activate the tag for a given antenna and distance is reported. The Power Ramp controls include: h Increment Rate (ms) – Time tool stays at a particular power level before incrementing to the next power level. h Initial Attenuation Level (dBm) – Starting attenuation level. h Attenuation Decrement (dBm) – Step-size for attenuation decrement. h Antennas section allows you to select which antenna(s) to test with. h Filter section allows you to apply a filter to only look for a particular tag.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 39 6 Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) The Embedded Reader Configuration Tool (RCT) allows you to access your reader across the internet by entering the reader’s IP address into your web browser. With the RCT, you can fully configure your reader for operation in a variety of applications and environments. With this application, you can perform the following: h Basic Configurations h Advanced Configurations h Check System Status h Access the online Help To access the RCT, press the button on the main RST page.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 40 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.1. Basic Configuration With the Basic Configuration functions you can perform the following: h Manage reader profiles h Set tag protocols h Setup the Ethernet/LAN configuration h Setup the serial port h Setup digital accessories h Setup antennas h Set regulatory modes 6.1.1. Configuration Page Header Each page displayed by the RCT has the following header. This header provides pull-down menus for each of the configuration function categories. Additional functions include the user login and the currently loaded reader profile. Login The reader’s default user level is guest. However, a user can login as admin. If not logged in as admin, the default level is always guest. The guest login level provides read-only access to the reader. Clients that login in at the guest level can read the settings of the reader and can access the tags that the reader has inventoried. Clients at this level cannot change the configuration of the reader. The admin login level provides read-write access to the reader. Clients that login in at the admin level can read and write the settings of the reader and can access the tags that the reader has inventoried. Logout After logging in as admin, the Logout button logs you out of the reader. Logging out automatically sets the login level to guest. Profile: Profile is the currently active profile in the reader. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 41 Save The Save button saves the reader's current configuration to the specified profile. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. Manage Profiles This link allows you to list, save, and delete profiles. Refer to the Manage Profiles section for detailed information on reader profiles. 6.1.2. Manage Profiles The reader’s configuration is stored in a profile. A profile contains the setting of all the configuration variables in the reader. The reader can support up to 8 unique profiles. Detailed information about reader profiles is provided in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. The Manage Profiles page provides a list of all profiles stored in the reader. Save a Profile To save your current reader configuration under a new profile, enter a profile name and press Save. The new profile will appear in the Profile Name list. Profile names must consist of the characters A - Z, a - z, 0 - 9, '-' or '_' and must be between 1 and 32 characters in length. The reader can store up to 8 different profiles. Profile Names The profile name factory is reserved and cannot be used. This profile is a read only profile.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 42 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Activate a Profile To activate a previously saved profile, press the Activate button beside the profile name. The selected profile will be loaded into the reader. Delete a Profile To delete a previously saved profile, press the Delete button beside the profile name. This is a destructive operation. Once a profile is deleted, it cannot be recovered. Reset to Factory Default In addition to managing reader profiles, you can also reset the reader back to its factory default configuration. From the Profiles page select one or more of the following: h Stop All Embedded Applications – This option terminates any embedded applications currently running on the reader. h Reset Serial Port – This option resets the serial port configuration to the factory default settings. h Reset Network Interface Configuration – This option resets the network configuration to factory defaults. Caution: Resetting the IDentity 6204 to Factory Default will reboot the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 43 6.1.3. Set Tag Protocol This Set Tag Protocol page consists of two forms. The first form (top) allows you to select which type of tags the reader will acquire or the type of protocol(s) to utilize on the air interface. Select the check box for the protocol(s) to enable and then press Enable Selected Protocols to activate the protocol. Click on a specific protocol to view the lower form. This form allows you to configure various protocol level parameters. The protocol level parameters are divided into two categories: control and physical. Control parameters configure the protocol control. Physical parameters configure the physical air interface for the protocol. For detailed information on each of the Control and Physical parameters, refer to Chapter 15 – Modem Namespace of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. Parameter descriptions are provided in the modem.protocol.isoc.control and modem.protocol.isoc.physical configuration variable sections.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 44 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.1.4. Setup Ethernet/LAN The Setup Ethernet/LAN page allows you to configure the network interface of the reader. NOTE: Always record the IP, Mac, subnet, and default gateway addresses for your readers and keep this data in a safe location. You can use this data to reconfigure the network in the event of application failure or data loss.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 45 General Settings allow you to specify the host and domain name of the reader. The Command and Event Ports are also shown. You can also select your domain name in this window. IPv4/IPv6 Settings allow you to configure the reader’s IP address. If the reader is to automatically acquire its IP address, subnet mask and default gateway from a DHCP server, select Enable DHCP. To manually specify this information, deselect Enable DHCP and fill in the desired IP address, subnet mask and default gateway. Other Settings allow you to configure the NTP servers the reader can contact to obtain the current time, DNS servers the reader can contact for domain name resolution, and the Domain list to resolve names to IP addresses. Enter all the required information and press Submit. 6.1.5. Setup Serial Port The Setup Serial Port function allows you to configure the serial port parameters. These parameters include: h Baud rate h Data bits h Parity h Echo h Stop bits Use the pull-down menus to select a value and press Submit to update the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 46 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.1.6. Setup Digital Accessories The Setup Digital Accessories function allows you to configure the Digital Inputs and Outputs on the reader. Digital Input The status of the four digital input values (1–4) can be seen in this window. The Current Value is not configurable and is shown as true or false. The Debounce value can be set and is in milliseconds. Digital Output The output value for each digital output can be set to true or false. Press the Submit button to send the appropriate commands to the reader to update the digital inputs and outputs. Refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for more information on configuring the digital inputs and outputs.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 47 6.1.7. Setup Antenna/Cables This page allows you to configure the reader’s antenna multiplexer sequence as well as conducted power. For detailed descriptions of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to Antenna Configuration in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. To configure an antenna, enter the antenna number in the Mux Sequence field. The individual antenna Conducted Power fields will be activated in the lower window. The current values will be displayed. Only those antennas listed in the Mux Sequence will be shown. Also, you must set Conducted Power to 0 in order to set or change the Attenuation, Cable Loss, or Gain. To change, enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration. Select the next antenna and repeat.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 48 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.1.8. Set Regulatory Mode (Region) This page allows the user to configure the reader to meet the regulatory requirements for the geographic region where the reader is deployed. The sub-region sets the secondary regulatory mode for the geographic region where the reader is deployed. For detailed information on each of these parameters, refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. Descriptions are provided in the setup.region and setup.sub_region configuration variable sections. 6.1.9. Setup Summary This page allows you to quickly setup the basic operational parameters of the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 49 6.2. Advanced Functions With the Advanced Functions you can perform the following: h Firmware Management h Import/Export Configuration h Command Line operations h Expert Configuration h User Application Management h Change Operating Mode h Restart 6.2.1. Firmware Management This page allows you to read the current firmware version, upgrade the reader firmware files, or rollback to the previous firmware version. To upgrade reader firmware, enter the name of the Sirit provided firmware file in the Firmware File field. Use the Browse button to help locate the file. Once the filename is entered, press Upgrade Firmware. Note that this function also upgrades the LLRP Component firmware. To only upgrade the LLRP firmware, enter the name of the Sirit provided LLRP firmware file in the Update File field. Use the Browse button to help locate the file. Once the filename is entered, press Update Component. The Rollback Firmware button will roll back the firmware to the previous version. This function does not rollback the LLRP component firmware. You will need to update the component with a previous version.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 50 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.2.2. Import/Export Configuration This page allows you to transfer a reader configuration to or from your host computer. This is useful for configuring a reader to a known state.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 51 Import Configuration to Reader Enter the name of a saved configuration file in the Configuration file field. Select the XML File option and press the Transfer Configuration to Reader button to send the profile to the reader. Export Configuration from Reader This function is used to export the current reader settings for later uploading. Press the XML Format button to view the XML file in the browser. Save this file to your computer if you wish retain it for future. If you wish to view the current configuration parameters for a reader, press Text Format button. Import Licenses This function is used to import a feature license file. Navigate to the license file and press Import License to load the file into the reader. Import Security Keys This function is used to import reader security keys to the reader. Navigate to the key file and press Import Security Keys to load the file into the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 52 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.2.3. Command Line This page allows you to directly enter reader commands from your web browser.To directly enter commands from the Command Line Interface (CLI), refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 53 6.3. Expert Configuration The Expert Configuration functions allow you to configure low-level functions within the reader. These functions should only accessed by expert users. Expert configurations include: h Setup h Tag h Version h Information h Communication h Antennas h Digital I/O h Modem 6.3.1. Expert Configuration – Setup This page allows you to set the basic operating parameters of the reader including region, sub region, mode, and active protocols. You can also view the valid protocols and regions. NOTE For details on reader variables, refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 54 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.3.2. Expert Configuration – Tag This page allows you to configure how the reader reports tags. The IDentity 6204 supports the ability to filter tags or eliminate tags from being reported based on the conditions specified in the filter configuration variables. The reader supports eight filters and each filter is specified by the following configuration variables: h enabled – Enables or disables the filter. h inclusive – Indicates to either include tags that match (Inclusive) or include tags that do not match (Exclusive) the tag filter. h mask – Mask (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter. h name – Name given to the tag filter h pattern – Pattern (as an array of hex bytes) for the tag filter The following figure shows a small sample of the available variables. NOTE For details on tag variables, refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 55 6.3.3. Expert Configuration – Version This page displays the version of reader hardware and reader software within the reader. The version numbers are read-only and will be needed if you contact Sirit for technical support.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 56 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.3.4. Expert Configuration – Information This page allows you to customize the reader’s identity. You can assign each reader a name, description, location, and zone. You can also set how the reader reports timestamps.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 57 6.3.5. Expert Configuration – Communication This page allows you to customize the reader’s communication parameters. Refer to the Setup Ethernet/LAN and Setup Serial Port sections for additional information. The following figure shows a portion of communication parameters available on the reader. NOTE For details on communication parameters, refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 58 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.3.6. Expert Configuration – Antennas This page allows you to configure the properties of the reader’s antenna configuration. For detailed description of each of the antenna and cable variables, refer to the Antenna Configuration section in Chapter 4 – Reader Behavior of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. Enter the appropriate values for each antenna parameter and press the Submit button to update the antenna and cable configuration. The following figure shows only a small sample of the available antenna configuration variables.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 59 6.3.7. Expert Configuration – Digital I/O This page allows you to configure the digital inputs and output behavior. You can set the digital input debounce time (in milliseconds), as well as the input and output pin values. Refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 60 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.3.8. Expert Configuration – Modem This page allows you to set the reader’s modem control variables. These variables control functions such as EPC link, modulation depth, return link frequency, and others. Refer to the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide for detailed information on each of these variables. The following figure shows only a small sample of the available modem configuration variables.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 61 6.4. User Application Management This page lists any user applications currently available on the reader and if any applications are running. This page also allows you to upload applications to the reader. h Running User Applications – Lists any user applications currently running on the reader. The application name, process ID, configuration, and status are provided. Controls are provided to view the application file and stop the application. h Application Transfer – This function allows you to load custom user applications onto the reader. h Applications available on the reader – This function allows you to view a list of all user applications stored on the reader. Controls are provided to view the application and delete it from the reader. h Start Applications – This function allows you to start Python and Java applications.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 62 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.5. Change Operating Mode This page allows you to configure the operational mode of the reader. The reader supports the following operational modes: h Active Mode - Reader is continuously attempting to singulate tags and automatically reports any singulated tag via an asynchronous event notification on the event channel. h Stand By Mode - Reader is not transmitting any energy, unless processing a tag related command. The RF transmitter is enabled at the beginning of the command processing, any protocol operations required for the command are performed, and then the RF transmitter is turned back off.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 63 6.6. View Tags All tags read by the reader are stored in a database on the reader. This page allows you to view the tags in the database as well as change the current Operating Mode (Active or Stand By). Press Start to begin displaying the tag database. This page is automatically refreshed every five seconds. Press Get Once to update the database one time (refresh is off). Press Purge to purge all tags from the database.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 64 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.7. Check Reader Status This page allows you to view the reader/system status, CPU utilization, services, and licensed features. This information can be used by Sirit Technical Support to verify reader operation.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Reader Configuration Tool 66 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 6.8. Review Logs This page allows you to view the reader logs. These logs can be used by Sirit Technical Support to verify reader operation. The reader logs include: h Reader level Logs – System level reader operation h System Level Logs – Linux logs h Firmware Update Log – Status of last firmware update h Component Update Log – status of last component firmware update h Rollback Log – Previous firmware h Reader Applications Log – User application logs h Command History Log – Recent commands sent to the reader. h LLRP Component Log – LLRP service h
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 67 7 Configuring Digital Inputs and Outputs 7.1. Digital Inputs The digital inputs (DIN1 – DIN4) can be used as general purpose inputs or to trigger the reader for tag reading. Unused or open digital inputs are floating inside the reader. To activate the input, pull it low (0 Vdc) with an external device or connection to ground that can sink 2.5 mA. No voltage higher than +24 Vdc or lower than 0 Vdc should ever be connected to the input. See Figure 5 for an example of a typical motion sensor installed as a tag read trigger device. 7.2. Digital Outputs The digital outputs (DOUT1 – DOUT4) can be used as general purpose outputs, to indicate tag reading activity, or to indicate the reader is transmitting (RF On). Digital outputs can be pulled high. No voltage higher than +40 Vdc or lower than 0 Vdc should ever be connected to a digital output. The reader activates the output by pulling it low (0 Vdc) and can sink current such that power dissipation is ≤ 1W. 7.3. Low Latency Digital Input/Output Operation The IDentity 6204 is equipped with low-latency digital inputs and outputs. The inputs (3 and 4) can be used by the modem to trigger low-latency events. Two commands control these inputs as follows: modem.dio.in.X.positive_level = Y -- if X goes high, it triggers Y modem.dio.in.X.negative_level = Y -- if X goes low, it triggers Y where Y can be: NOOP (default) ACTIVE_MODE STANDBY_MODE TOGGLE_MODE ONE_ROUND (performs one inventory round, nonblock) RUN_SCRIPT (runs series of modem commands, see the following) Digital I/O Module An optional Digital I/O Module is available for the IDentity 6204. Refer to Appendix A for more
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os 68 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Any time the RUN_SCRIPT operation is invoked, the reader will sequence through a maximum of 10 modem commands as follows: modem.dio.in.X.script.num_cmds = Q modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd1 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd2 = Z modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd3 = Z . . . modem.dio.in.X.script.cmd10 = Z where: Q is the number of commands. Q can be 0 to 10 (maximum 10 modem commands). Z can be any modem command An event event.response.modem_dio_scripts dio_in=*, cmdnum=*, resp=*** is generated after each modem command. Digital outputs 3 and 4 can be driven by modem after setting the following: dio.control.X = modem Actions that triggered the output can be defined by: modem.dio.out.X.op = Y where Y can be: NOOP (default) END_OF_ROUND (generates a pulse at end of each inventory round) ACTIVE_MODE (triggers high in active mode) SCRIPT_RUNNING (triggers high when digital input io triggered script is running) ANTENNA_FAILURE (triggers high in antenna failure state) ERROR (generates a pulse when an error occurs) WARNING (generates a pulse when an warning occurs) All output (level/pulse) polarity is defined by: modem.dio.out.X.polarity = Z where Z can be: POSITIVE (default) NEGATIVE All pulse width (in µSec) is defined by: modem.dio.out.X.pulse_width –(default 100 µSec)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 69 Example (Input) The following example triggers a series of modem commands, when DIO input 4 goes high. modem.dio.in.4.positive_level = RUN_SCRIPT modem.dio.in.4.script.num_cmds = 3 modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd1 = "modem.antennas.perform_check()" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd2 = "modem.diag.current_temperature" modem.dio.in.4.script.cmd3 = "modem.stats.tag_read" Example (Output) In the following example, DIO output 3 will trigger low when the reader is in active mode. dio.control.3 = modem modem.dio.out.3.op = ACTIVE_MODE modem.dio.out.3.polarity = NEGATIVE 7.4. Digital I/O Monitoring and Control Scripts Several digital I/O monitoring and control scripts are provided with the reader to allow you to monitor the digital I/Os and take specific actions. These Python application scripts can be used as is or modified to suit your particular application. For detailed information on loading Python scripts, refer to Chapter 5 – Embedded Reader Applications of the IDentity 6204 Protocol Reference Guide. 7.4.1. scan_trigger.py This routine monitors the state of the digital input pin specified as the input parameter. If the state of the pin is low, the operating mode is set to standby. If the I/O pin state changes to high, the operating mode is set to active. Inputs: <pin> – (optional) Input pin number (1–4). Default is digital in 1. <trigger logic level> –(optional) 0 or 1. Default is trigger on 1. Examples: scan_trigger.py Monitors digital input pin 1 scan_trigger.py 1 Monitors digital input pin 1 scan_trigger.py 4 Monitors digital input pin 4 scan_trigger.py 3 0 Monitors digital input pin 3, trigger on 0
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os 70 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 7.4.2. scan_trigger_timer.py This routine monitors the I/O pin. When the pen goes high, the timer is started and the operating mode is set to active. While the timer is running, I/O pin state changes are ignored. When the timer expires, the operating mode is set to standby. The minimum value for the timer is 10 milliseconds (ms). Inputs: <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1. <time> – (optional) Time, in ms for timer to run. Default is 1000 ms. <trigger logic level> –(optional) 0 or 1. Default is trigger on 1. Examples: scan_trigger_timer.py Monitors input 1, timer 1000 ms, trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 2 Monitors input 2, timer 1000 ms, trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 4 2000 Monitors input 4, timer 2000 ms, trigger on 1 scan_trigger_timer.py 3 4000 0 Monitors digital input 3, timer 4000 ms, trigger on 0 7.4.3. signal_read.py This routine will turn on a digital output if a tag is successfully read. The optional output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is used. The output pin will remain high for n ms, where n is either the default of 1000 ms, or the value supplied on the command line. Minimum value for n is 10 ms. Inputs: <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1. <time> – (optional) Time, in ms, to keep the output high. Default is 1000 ms (1 sec). <logic level> – (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: signal_read.py Turns on output 1 for 1000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 2 Turns on output 2 for 1000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 5000 Turns on output 1 for 5000 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 500 Turns on output 1 for 500 ms on tag reads signal_read.py 1 800 0 Turns on digital output 1,logic level 0, for 800 ms on tag reads
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 71 7.4.4. signal_read_crc_error.py This routine will turn on a digital output if a tag read CRC error is detected. The output pin number can be specified on the command line. If not specified, output pin 1 is used. The output pin will remain high for n ms, where n is either the default of 1000 ms or the value supplied on the command line. Minimum value for n is 10 ms. Inputs: <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1. <time> – (optional) Time, in ms, to keep the output high. Default is 1000 ms. <logic level> – (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: signal_read_crc_error.py Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on), for 1000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 2 Turns on output 2 (logic level 1=on), for 1000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 5000 Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on), for 5000 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 500 Turns on output 1 (logic level 1=on) for 500 ms on tag read CRC error. signal_read_crc_error.py 1 800 0 Turns on output 1 (logic level 0=on), for 800 ms on tag CRC error. 7.4.5. rf_mon.py This routine will monitor the state of the transmitter. If the transmitter is on, it sets the appropriate output pin high. If low, it sets the output pin low. Inputs: <pin> – (optional) Output pin number (1–4). Default is output 1. <logic level> – (optional) Logic level for digital out On. 0 or 1. Default is 1 (On). Examples: rf_mon.py Monitors RF status, set/clear output 1 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 1 Monitors RF status, set/clear output 1 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 2 Monitors RF status, set/clear output 2 on change, logic level 0 for on rf_mon.py 3 0 Monitors RF status, set/clear output 3 on change, logic level 1 for on
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os 72 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 7.5. Digital Input Alarm Generation The IDentity 6204 can be configured to generate an alarm when a digital input is disconnected or sensor failure is detected. The alarm is triggered when the signal level on the digital input stays in the specified state longer than the specified alarm timeout. This behavior can be configured independently for each digital input. The configuration variable dio.in.alarm.logic_level.<N> (where <N> is 1,2,3,4) sets whether the alarm is coupled to a input logic level of 0 (low) or 1 (high). The configuration variable dio.in.alarm.timeout.<N> (where <N> is 1,2,3,4) sets the amount of time, in seconds, to wait for a signal state change. A value of 0 (default) disables alarm generation. The digital input logic level is used along with the corresponding digital input pin timeout value to determine if an alarm (in the form of an event) should be generated. If a timeout value is set, the input pin is monitored. If the input pin value does not change during the timeout period AND the input pin value matches the alarm logic level, the event event.dio.in.alarm.timeout.n (where n is the pin number) is generated. This alarm event generation can be helpful in alerting to the loss of digital inputs to the reader.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Configuring Digital I/Os IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 73 7.6. Digital I/O Hardware Connection Figure 5 shows a typical sensor/indicator connection to the digital I/Os. Figure 5 Example Motion Detector and Indicator connected to the Digital I/O
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 74 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 8 Specifications 8.1.1. Reader Specifications Frequency 902 – 928 MHz RF Power 10 mW – 2W conducted (33 dBm) Power Consumption 10W (typical while idle) 18W (typical at 1W conducted output power) 22W (maximum at 2W conducted output power) Connections RS-232, Digital I/O, Ethernet LAN Input Voltage 24 Vdc Input Current 1.5A maximum at 24 Vdc Active Mode DC Current Draw vs Transmitted Power0.40.50.60.70.80.9110 15 20 25 30 35Transmitted Power (dBm)DC Current draw (A)+60 degC+25 degC-20 degC Figure 6 Typical Power Consumption versus Conducted Output Power at 910 MHz
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 75 8.1.2. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -40 °F to 131 °F (-40 °C to 55 °C) Storage Temperature -40 °F to 185 °F (-40 °C to 85 °C) Maximum Shock 1 foot (0.3 meter) drop to any corner Relative Humidity 100%, condensing Int’l Protection Rating IP67 Dimensions 16.5 x 12.2 x 3.4 in (419 x 310 x 86 mm) Weight 11.0 lbs (5 kgs) 8.1.3. AC/DC Power Adapter Specifications Model Lambda DSP100-24 Input Voltage 90 – 264 Vac, Input Frequency 47 to 63 Hz Power 100.8 W Holdup Time 10 ms (115 Vac) Output Voltage 24 VDC Output Current 4.2 A 8.1.4. RS-232 Specifications Baud rate 1200 - 115200 (Default = 115200) Parity None Data bits 8 Stop bits 1 Signals Refer to Section 0 for cable pin out. 8.1.5. Digital Input/Output Specifications Input 5 to 24 Vdc, 1 to 5 mA, Optically Isolated Output Open Collector (3 to 40 V, 100 mA Max) Signals Refer to Section 0 for cable pin out. 8.1.6. Ethernet LAN Specifications Ethernet 10/100 BaseT Signals Refer to Section 0 for cable pin out.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 76 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 8.1.7. IDentity 6204 Antenna Specifications Please refer to the Sirit Antenna Application Guide for detailed specifications and application information for IDentity 6204 antennas. Part Number ANTENNA-021 ANTENNA-024 Frequency range 902–928 MHz 902–928 MHz Antenna type Patch Multi-element Patch Impedance 50 Ω, nominal 50 Ω, nominal Gain 13 dBi 15 dBi Beam width (-3 dB) 36°, nominal 30°, nominal Polarization Linear Linear F/B ratio -20 dB, typical -36 dB, typical Side lobes level -14 dB, typical -18 dB, typical Power input 37 dBm (5 W) 37 dBm (5 W) Return loss -12 dB, minimum -12 dB, minimum Connector type N type Female (Jack) N type Female (Jack)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 77 Site License – Customer Disclaimer Customer (end user) acknowledges that a site license is required for each reader system location. It is the customer’s responsibility to file for the site license and submit the appropriate filing payment. Sirit can assist with the completion of forms. United States filings require completion and submission of FCC Form 601 with Schedule D and H. Canadian filings require completion and submission of Industry Canada Forms IC2365BB and IC2430BB. Licence d'Etat-client Avertissement Client (utilisateur final) reconnaît que le site d'une licence est requise pour chaque lecteur emplacement du système. Il incombe au client de déposer pour la licence d'exploitation et soumettre le paiement du dépôt approprié. Sirit peut aider à la réalisation de formes. Unis dépôts États exigent l'achèvement et la soumission du formulaire FCC 601 à l'annexe D et H. dépôts canadiennes exigent l'achèvement et la soumission de Industrie Canada Formulaires IC2365BB et IC2430BB Caution: This equipment complies with FCC Part 90 and Industry Canada.RSS-137 rules. This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme à FCC Partie15 de Industrie Canada RSS standard exempts de licence (s). Son utilisation est soumise à Les deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne peut pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter Toute interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement du dispositif. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirit could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The professional installer will need to calculate and verify the reader’s power output allowable based on the antenna (gain) used and cabling (loss) effects. This value will be used in the user’s submission of their site license application. The maximum antenna gain plus cable effects for a given output power can be calculated by: 44.8 dBm (ERP) - Pout where Pout is the measured RF output power (dBm) Reader output power is limited to a maximum of 2W under all conditions. When operating at that power level, the maximum permissible antenna gain is 11.2dBd.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications 78 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide WARNING: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 meter from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This device complies with Health Canada’s Safety Code The installer of this device should ensure that RF radiation is not emitted in excess of the Health Canada’s requirement. Information can be obtained at: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/radio_ guidelignes_direct-eng.php Cet appareil est conforme avec Santé Canada Code de sécurité 6 . Le programme d’installation de cet appareil doit s’assurer que les rayonnements RF n’est pas émis au-delà de I’exigence de Santé Canada. Les informations peuvent être obtenues: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewhsemt/pubs/radiation/radio_ guide-lignes_direct-eng.php
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Specifications IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 79 8.1.8. Bulkhead Connector/Interface Cable Pinout Pair Pin Color Pin Name Function A Black Tx+ Ethernet 1 B Green Tx- Ethernet C Black Rx+ Ethernet 2 D Orange Rx- Ethernet E Blue VC2+ Ethernet 3 F Black VC2- Ethernet G Black VC2+ Ethernet 4 H Brown VC2- Ethernet J Black RS-232 TXD Serial Port 5 K Red RS-232 RXD Serial Port L Black DTR (Connected to M-DSR) Serial Port 6 M White RS-232 GND Serial Port N Black DSR (Connected to L-DTR) Serial Port 7 P Yellow RS-232 CTS Serial Port R Red RS-232 RTS Serial Port 8 S White No Connect T Red +24 VDC Power 9 U Green 24 VDC GND Ground V Red DIN Ref 1 Digital Input Common 10 W Blue DIN1 Digital Input 1 X Red DIN2 Digital Input 2 11 Y Yellow DIN Ref 2 Digital Input Common Z Red DIN3 Digital Input 3 12 a Brown DIN4 Digital Input 4 b Red GND Ground (Reader) 13 c Orange DOUT1 Digital Output 1 d Green DOUT2 Digital Output 2 14 e White DOUT3 Digital Output 3 f Green DOUT4 Digital Output 4 15 g Blue GND Ground (Reader) h Yellow +24 VDC H. Power 16 j Green 24 VDC GND H. Ground
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Safety Instructions 80 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 9 Safety Instructions 9.1. Power Disconnect Device The plug on the power supply cord is intended to be the power disconnect device. As a result, the power source (socket or outlet) shall be located near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 9.2. RF Safety WARNING: Part 90 Radiation Exposure Statement. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 meter from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Caution: The IDentity 6204 UHF Reader is equipped with four (4) RF ports. To prevent reader damage, active RF ports must be properly terminated with a 50 ohm load or a functional UHF antenna before power up. UHF Readers are factory configured to operate on RF port 1. As a result, port 1 must be properly terminated before initially powering on the reader. Before activating any additional RF ports, they must also be properly terminated. Never power up the reader unless the appropriate loads or antennas are connected. Always power down the reader before removing an antenna or load from an RF port. 9.3. Electrostatic Discharge ATTENTION IDentity 6204 antenna ports may be susceptible to damage from static discharge or other high voltage. Use proper Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid static discharge when handling or making connections to the IDentity 6204 reader antenna or communication ports. Equipment failure can result if the antenna or communication ports are subjected to ESD. 9.4. Regulatory Compliance Caution: The IDentity 6204 is designed to meet the regulatory requirements in those jurisdictions in which it is offered. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Sirit Inc for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 81 A Error Handling This appendix provides a listing of errors and warnings. Where applicable, a corrective action has been provided. Errors and warnings are listed by severity (critical, major, warning) and then alphabetically. If an issue does not resolve itself after taking the recommended corrective action, contact Sirit support. A.1. Critical Errors Critical errors are those errors that are likely to result in loss or severe degradation of service. These errors must be addressed immediately. Critical Error Event Description Corrective Action MDM_ANTENNA_ FAILURE event.error. antenna Failed to set or change antenna. Probably due to un-terminated antenna port. Check condition of antennas, connectors, and coax. Use modem.antennas.perform_check() to perform antenna check function to determine if issue has been located. MDM_CLOSED_LOOP_ POWER_CTL_FAIL event.error. radio Internal RF power control failed. May cause inaccurate antenna power output. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_OVERTEMP_ FAULT event.error. environmental High temperature measured at modem Determine cause of excessive reader temperature and correct. MDM_RC_CANT_SET_ FREQUENCY event.error. radio Synthesizer problem tuning to desired frequency. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_RC_NO_ ANTENNA event.error. antenna Failed to detect antenna. Probably due to antenna disconnected. Check antenna connections, then perform antenna check function. MDM_SPI_NO_ RESPONSE event.error. communication Modem has attempted to communicate with a SPI bus peripheral and received no response. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_SYNTHESIZER_ LOCK_FAIL event.error. radio Synthesizer can't lock to desired frequency. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_TEMPERATURE_ SENSOR_FAIL event.error.hw Temperature sensor unable to detect temperature. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. READER_INIT_FAILURE event.error.sw The main processor has failed to successfully complete the initialization process. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. SEEPROM_UNABLE_ TO_WRITE event.error.hw Unable to write to SEEPROM. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 82 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide A.2. Major Errors Major errors are those errors that may result in loss or degradation of service. These errors must be addressed as soon as possible. Major Error Event Description Corrective Action CHUNK_NOT_ FOUND event.error.sw Unable to find valid data in the flash. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. DATA_FORMAT_ ERROR event.error.sw An error is detected in the data format. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. DEVICE_INIT_ FAILURE event.error.sw Error initializing a device in the system. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. DEVICE_OPEN_ FAILURE event.error.sw Unable to open device or piped command. Check memory and disk usage via "Check Reader Status" webpage. If "free_memory" is lower then 10 MBytes or if filesystem:/apps or filesystem:/tmp is higher than 90%, determine if embedded application is improperly using memory. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. INDEX_OUT_OF_ BOUNDS event.error.sw Software is indexing beyond end of array. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. INVALID_ ARGUMENT event.error.sw Argument of an internal command is invalid. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_CONMGR_ INVALID_CMDRESP_ FD event.error. communication Unknown command channel being closed. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_CONMGR_ INVALID_EVENT_FD event.error. communication Unknown event channel being closed. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_HB_MODEM_ NOT_RESPONDING event.error.hw Modem not responding to keepalives from main processor. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_IPRC_CRC_ ERROR event.error. communication Communication from modem processor had a CRC error. May see at bootup, since extra bytes are sent from modem processor during its boot squence. Usually caused by excessive processing loading on the reader by external entities. Determine if any external process is continuously sending command requests to the reader at a high rate. If running an embedded application, ensure that it is not monopolizing the processor. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_IPRC_TIMEOUT event.error. communication Communication to modem processor timed out. May see at boot up, since modem processor may take a few seconds to boot. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 83 Major Error Event Description Corrective Action IOP_IPRC_TRY_AGAIN event.error.communication No data available from the modem processor. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_SPI_BAD_FILE event.error. file_handling Unable to open the firmware file to be written to the SPI FLASH. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. IOP_SPI_BAD_VERIFY event.error. communication Verification of data in SPI FLASH failed. Contact Sirit support. IOP_SPI_INVALID_ FILE_FORMAT event.error. file_handling The firmware file to be written to the SPI FLASH does not appear to be in the proper hex format. Contact Sirit support. LICENSE_ERROR event.error.sw The main processor has attempted a license operation or import that has failed. Verify license file contains MAC address of this specific unit. Verify the license file has not been imported previously. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_ADC_DEVICE_ FAILURE event.error.hw The ADC device on the modem has generated an error. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_ANTENNA_ CHECK_FAILURE event.error. antenna The reader cannot perform an antenna check. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_CALIBRATION_ IQ_DATA_CORRUPT event.error.hw Invalid transmit offset calibration data found on the reader flash. Contact Sirit support. MDM_CALIBRATION_ IQ_DATA_MISSING event.error.hw Unable to find valid transmit offset calibration data from the reader flash. Contact Sirit support. MDM_CALIBRATION_TX_DATA_CORRUPT event.error.hw Invalid transmit power calibration data found on the reader flash. Contact Sirit support. MDM_CALIBRATION_TX_DATA_MISSING event.error.hw Unable to find valid transmit power calibration data from the reader flash. Contact Sirit support. MDM_CNR_CLOSED_LOOP_FAILED event.error.radio CNR closed loop control failed. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_CNR_UPDATE_WITH_TXOFF event.error.sw An error is occurred when CNR update with transmission turned off. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_FPGA_LOAD_ FAILURE event.error.hw Unable to load FPGA device on the modem. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_FPGA_ RAMTEST_FAILURE event.error.hw FPGA device on the modem failed RAM test. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_FPGA_RESET_ FAILURE event.error.hw FPGA device on the modem cannot be reset. If condition persists, contact Sirit support.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 84 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Major Error Event Description Corrective Action MDM_FPGA_TIMEOUT_FAILURE event.error.hw PPI bus stopped unexpectedly If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_FPGA_TIMEOUT_WARNING event.error.hw Timeout waiting on FPGA SPI bus. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_ICM_ERROR event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has an error. Contact Sirit support. MDM_ICM_TIMEOUT event.error. communication An inter-core message response on the modem has timed out. Contact Sirit support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ COMB_LENGTH event.error.sw Invalid receiver filter length is detected. Contact Sirit support. MDM_INVALID_RX_ Q_CHANNEL_COEFS event.error.sw Invalid receiver filter coefficient is detected. Contact Sirit support. MDM_IPRC_CRC_ ERROR event.error. communication Modem has received communication from main processor which fails CRC check. May see at boot up, since processors may come up (and start sending messages) at slightly different times. Contact Sirit support. MDM_IPRC_ OVERFLOW event.error. communication Modem communication buffer that receives data from the main processor has overflowed and data has been lost. Contact Sirit support. MDM_IPRC_TRY_ AGAIN event.error. communication Modem communication buffer that receives data from the main processor has no full message yet. Contact Sirit support. MDM_L1_TX_PACKET_TIMEOUT event.error. communication Lowest level physical layer transmit process timed out. Contact Sirit support. MDM_LOW_VOLTAGE_FAULT event.error. environmental Low voltage on digital portion of modem. Verify correct operational voltage is being supplied to reader. Verify power supply voltages meet Sirit specifications. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_MINIMUM_ GAIN_LIMIT event.error.sw Receiver gain limit is exceeded. Contact Sirit support. MDM_PHY_ENCODER_TIMEOUT event.error.hw The modem transmitter has failed to complete a transmission. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_PPI_DEVICE_ FAILURE event.error.hw The PPI interface has generated an error. Contact Sirit support.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 85 Major Error Event Description Corrective Action MDM_RESET_ COMPLETE_MDM_ DOWN event.error.hw The main processor has reset the modem, but has been unable to communicate with it. Perform reader reboot. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_RF_VOLTAGE_ FAULT event.error.hw RF subsystem voltage below acceptable level. (May be seen when unit powered off.) Verify correct operational voltage is being supplied to reader. Verify power supply voltages meet Sirit specifications. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_RX_TRAIN_ TIMEOUT event.error.sw The modem has exceeded the receiver training time limit. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ PROTOCOL event.error.sw The modem detected an unsupported protocol. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ TX_INTERP_RATE event.error.sw The modem detected an unsupported transmit interpolation rate. Contact Sirit support. MDM_UNKNOWN_ TX_TEST_MODE event.error.sw The modem detected an unsupported transmit test mode. Contact Sirit support. MDM_UNKNOWN_TX_WAVEFORM_TYPE event.error.sw The modem detected an unsupported transmit waveform. Contact Sirit support. SPARSE_ARRAY_ BOUNDS_CHECK event.error.sw Software attempted to index beyong the limits of the sparse array. Contact Sirit support. SYSLOG_INVALID_ LOG_LEVEL event.error.sw Invalid level specified in C2 command for remote syslog. Verify the correct logging level of syslog messages sent to the specified remote syslog file server. If condition persists, contact Sirit support. MDM_SYNC_NO_SIGNAL_DETECTED event.error.hw Unable to detect synchronization signal. Verify synchronization cables are appropriately connected and a device (GPS or other reader) exists which is generating a sync signal.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 86 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide A.3. Warnings Warnings indicate that the system has detected an abnormality. Although no action is required, the system should be monitored for further issues. Warnings Event Description Corrective Action HEATER_ACTIVE_ OVERTEMP event.warning.hw The measured temperature is higher than the maximum temperature when the heater is active. None required. IOP_CONFIG_FILE_ CORRUPT event.warning. file_handling During the loading of a profile or auxiliary configuration file, a file has been determined to be corrupt. None required. IOP_EVENT_ INVALID_FORMAT event.warning. communication Indicates an event with invalid format being sent to the main processing system. None required. IOP_FILE_ TRANSFER_ERROR event.warning. file_handling An attempt to move files in the main processing system has failed. None required. IOP_SOCKET_ CREATE_FAILURE event.warning. communication Indicates a failure to connect to the modem. None required. IOP_SPI_NO_ ANSWER event.warning. communication Indicates a failure to connect to the SPI bus. None required. IOP_TMR_NO_ MORE_TIMERS event.warning.sw Indicates a failure to find valid timers. None required. KERNEL_FN_ FAILURE event.warning.sw Indicates a failure in accessing the kernel drivers. None required. LICENSE_EXPIRED event.warning. license A temporary license has expired. The licensed feature has been disabled. None required. LICENSE_EXPIRING event.warning. license A temporary license is near expiration. The licensed feature is still enabled. None required. LICENSE_WARNING event.warning. license A minor problem occurred during a license import. None required. MALLOC_FAIL event.warning.sw Indicates a failure in allocating memory. None required. MDM_ALL_ CHANNELS_BUSY event.warning. radio The modem is unable to find valid channels. None required. MDM_ CALIBRATION_RSSI_DATA_ CORRUPT event.warning.hw Invalid RSSI calibration data found on the reader flash. None required. MDM_ CALIBRATION_RSSI_DATA_MISSING event.warning.hw Unable to find valid RSSI (Return Signal Strength Indicator) calibration data from the reader flash. None required. MDM_LBT_ CHANNEL_IS_ OCCUPIED event.warning. radio The selected channel is occupied. None required. MDM_NO_ AVAILABLE_ FREQUENCIES event.warning. radio There are no frequencies available for transmission which meet the LBT and/or minimum-off-time requirements. None required.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 87 Warnings Event Description Corrective Action MDM_OVER_TEMP event.warning.hw The measured temperature is higher than the warning threshold, but not high enough to cross fault threshold. None required. MDM_ POWERMEASURE_ CLIPPED event.warning. radio An error is detected in the power reading process. None required. MDM_ PREDISTORTION_ DATA_MISSING event.warning.hw Unable to find valid predistortion calibration data from the reader flash. None required. MDM_RC_NO_ AVAILABLE_ FREQUENCIES event.warning. radio The modem is unable to find valid frequencies. None required. MDM_REFLECTED_ POWER event.warning. antenna An antenna's return loss is lower than the warning threshold, but not low enough to cross the fault threshold. None required. MODULE_NOT_ INITIALIZED event.warning.sw Indicates a failure in module initialization. None required. NULL_POINTER event.warning.sw Indicates a failure in the pointer. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_FACTORY_ SET_ERROR event.warning.sw Error detected during reset of profile to factory default when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_NETWORK_SET_ERROR event.warning.sw Error detected during reset of network to factory setting when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ CONSOLE_SET_ ERROR event.warning.sw Error detected during reset of serial interface to CLI when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ RAWMODE_SET_ ERROR event.warning.sw Error detected during reset of serial interface raw mode to FALSE when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. READER_RESET_FP_SWITCH_SERIAL_ SET_ERROR event.warning.sw Error detected during reset of serial interface parameters when pressing the hardware reset switch. None required. SPARSE_ARRAY_ NULL event.warning.sw Indicates a non-existent sparse array. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ DEFAULT_INVALID event.warning.sw Default value is invalid for the symbol. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ FAILED_TO_ RESTORE event.warning. configuration Indicates a failure in restoring the configurations. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ FAILED_TO_SAVE event.warning. configuration Indicates a failure to save the configurations. None required.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling 88 IDentity 6204 User’s Guide Warnings Event Description Corrective Action SYMBOL_TABLE_ OVER_ REGISTRATION event.warning.sw Indicates duplicated registrations of the symbol. None required. SYMBOL_TABLE_ WRONG_TYPE event.warning.sw Data type is invalid for the symbol. None required. A.4. Informational Messages Informational messages describe various system events. Message Event Description AUX_PROCESS_FAILURE event.info The main processor has detected an error in an auxiliary process. HEATER_STATUS_ACTIVE event.info The heater is in active state. IOP_EVENTS_DROPPED event.info The main processor has detected events being dropped. IOP_TAG_DB_OVERFLOW event.info The main processor has detected an overflow in the tag database. IOP_TMR_NO_EVENTS_ PENDING event.info Indicates a timer signaled attention, but there were no timer events pending. IOP_TMR_NOT_ACTIVE event.info Indicates a timer operation is being performed on an expired timer. ITEM_NOT_FOUND event.info Indicates a search failure. MDM_RESET_COMPLETE event.info Modem reset is complete. MDM_SET_TXDAC_WHILE_ IDLECW_ON event.info Indicates setting transmission DAC values while IDLE cw is active. MDM_TEMP_RESUME event.info Indicates temperature reaching resume value. NO_AVAILABLE_CONNECTIONS event.info Indicates the maximum number of command/response or event channels have been exceeded. OUT_OF_MEMORY event.info Indicates the maximum number of events allowed for registration has been reached. READER_ENTER_DUTY_CYCLE event.info Indicates the reader entering the duty cycle. READER_INIT_SUCCESS event.info Indicates the reader successfully initialized. READER_RECOVERY event.info Indicates the reader recovery being performed.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix A – Error Handling IDentity 6204 User’s Guide 89 Message Event Description READER_RESET_BY_FP_SWITCH event.info Indicates the reader being reset by hardware reset
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