Unitech Electronics RS700 Fixed Data Collection Terminal User Manual RS700 UM

Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. Fixed Data Collection Terminal RS700 UM

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RS700 Smart RFID Fixed ReaderUser’s Manual400682G Version 1.0
iPrefaceAbout This ManualThis manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the RS700 Smart RFID Fixed Reader.No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from the manufacturer, which includes but is not limited to photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.Unitech America Web site: http:\\www.unitech-adc.comUnitech is a member of the Windows Embedded Partner Program.Unitech is a member of the Oracle Embedded Software Licensing Program.Unitech RFID readers support Microsoft BizTalk Server for data collection.All product and company names are trademarks, service marks or registered trade-marks of their respective owners.
iiRegulatory Compliance StatementsFederal Communication Commission Interference StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig-ital 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 interfer-ence 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 of the following measures:• Relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit that is different from the con-nected receiver.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.FCC Caution:Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the follow-ing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This device and its antenna(s) must not be cohabited or operate in conjunction with any other antenna(s) or transmitter(s).FCC Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncon-trolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satis-fying RF exposure compliance. Please follow the operation instructions in this manual to main compliant with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements. This fixed RFID Terminal meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used in fixed RFID operation.RoHS StatementThis device conforms to RoHS (Reduction Of Hazardous Sub-stances) European Union regulations that set maximum concen-tration limits on hazardous materials used in electrical and electronic equipment.
About This ManualiiiBattery NoticesThe RS700 is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery pack. However, the RS700 may not start without an external power source due to battery discharge after extended stor-age periods. To charge the battery to full capacity, connect the RS700 with the AC Adapter and charge the RS700 for at least 20 hours. NOTE: Press the RS700 Backup Battery Switch before initially using the device.Battery charge noticeIt is important to consider the environmental temperature whenever the Lithium-Ion battery pack is charged. Charging is most efficient at room temperature or in a slightly cooler environment. It is essential that batteries are charged within the temperature range of 0°C to 50°C (23°F to 122°F). Charging batteries outside of this specified tem-perature range could damage the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.WarrantyUnitech limited Warranty covers the following items:• RS700 Smart RFID Fixed Reader - 1-year limited warranty.• Please contact a regional Unitech office for further information regarding Unitech’s extended warranty package.
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vTable of ContentsPrefaceAbout This Manual iRegulatory Compliance Statements............................................................................. iiFederal Communication Commission Interference Statement ................................................ iiFCC Caution:........................................................................................................................... iiFCC Radiation Exposure Statement........................................................................................ iiRoHS Statement...................................................................................................................... iiBattery Notices..................................................................................................................... iiiBattery charge notice.............................................................................................................. iiiWarranty.................................................................................................................................. iiiChapter 1Getting Started 1Introducing the RS700....................................................................................................... 1Features................................................................................................................................... 1Package Contents ............................................................................................................... 2A Tour of the RS700............................................................................................................ 3Front Panel ............................................................................................................................. 3Top Panel ............................................................................................................................... 4Bottom Panel .......................................................................................................................... 4Connect Power ..................................................................................................................... 5Chapter 2Using the Hardware 6Installing Wi-Fi Antenna.................................................................................................... 6Installing RFID Antenna (Optional)............................................................................... 7Using the GPIO Interface.................................................................................................. 8GPIO Pin Assignment............................................................................................................. 8Mounting the RS700 ........................................................................................................... 9Performing a Hardware Reset ...................................................................................... 10Chapter 3Making RFID Applications 11Using Smart-Reader Server........................................................................................... 11Opening Smart-Reader Server............................................................................................. 11Controlling Smart-Reader Server Remotely........................................................... 12Installing Microsoft .NET Framework.................................................................................... 12Installing the SRSRC Program ............................................................................................. 12Using the Smart-Reader Server Remote Control ................................................................. 13Configuring Antenna Port ..................................................................................................... 14Defining Smart Reader Behavior.......................................................................................... 15
viCreating a New EC Spec................................................................................................. 16Specifying Report Criteria................................................................................................ 17Setting up Filter Rules ..................................................................................................... 18Defining the EC Spec ........................................................................................................... 18Subscribing the EC Spec...................................................................................................... 19Redefining the Subscription.................................................................................................. 20Viewing Data Collection Report............................................................................................ 21Viewing Server Log............................................................................................................... 22Using the Application Programming Interface...................................................... 22Connecting to BizTalk Server....................................................................................... 22Connecting to Oracle Sensor Edge Server............................................................. 30Chapter 4Advanced Settings 35Connecting to a LAN Network...................................................................................... 35Obtaining an IP Address....................................................................................................... 35Setting the System Time....................................................................................................... 36Setting up Ethernet connection............................................................................................. 37Connecting to a WLAN Network.................................................................................. 38Managing your Wireless Profiles .......................................................................................... 41Establishing Terminal-PC Connection...................................................................... 44Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ............................................................................................. 44Additional Capabilities .......................................................................................................... 44Connecting the terminal to Your Computer .......................................................................... 45Using Microsoft ActiveSync to Exchange Files..................................................................... 46Using Remote Control..................................................................................................... 47Chapter 5Troubleshooting 48Appendix ASystem Specification 49Appendix BSupport 50
1Chapter 1Getting StartedIntroducing the RS700Thanks for purchasing the RS700 Smart RFID Fixed Reader. The RS700 is designed for inventory visibility in the warehouse.The RS700 is a compact, Windows CE 5.0 based stationary data collection terminal with built-in Unitech RFID middleware that provides a Windows-based environment for remote reader control and data filtering functions.FeaturesPowerful System• Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 Operat-ing System.• 520Mhz Intel PXA270 CE CPU.System Memory•64 MB SDRAM.• 64 MB Flash ROM.Power Supply• External Power: 12V DC, 3A.• 3800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery.• Power-over-Ethernet.RFID UHF Reader• EPCglobal Class1 Gen2 Compli-ant.• UHF Frequency: 860 - 960Mhz.• Built-in RFID Middleware.• Four Antenna Ports (TNC Connec-tor) and Eight Channels.• Supports Dense Reader Mode (DRM).Communication• USB 1.1 Client.• Serial RS232.• Ethernet 10/100Base-T.• IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless LAN, CCX Compatible.• Relay Outputs (2): Control for Siren and Stacked Lamp.Mounting System• IP65 Environmental Sealing.• Operation Temperature: -20ºC - 50ºC (-4ºF - 122ºF).• Storage Temperature: -30ºC - 70ºC (-22ºF - 158ºF).• Uses Din Rail for Wall Mount Installation.
Chapter 1 Getting Started2Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Package ContentsPlease make sure the following contents are in the RS700 box. If anything appears missing or damaged, please contact a Unitech representative.Main Unit. AC Adapter. Power Cord. Ethernet Cable.Power/RS232 Cable. USB Cable. GPIO Cable. Two AS103-M-3Wi-Fi Antennas.Unitech CD-ROM(User Manual, Quick Reference Guide).Unitech Software Development Kit(Optional).GPX-026XTPR8-763RFID Antenna (Optional).CFD200-NLAntenna Cable (Optional).
Chapter 1 Getting Started3A Tour of the RS700The following sections describe the main components of the RS700:Front PanelNo. Component Description1. Status Indicators. Indicates the RS700’s terminal operation status (left to right):DATA - Red LED status indicator for data collection.RFID - Yellow LED status indicator for the Smart-Reader Server during normal operation.PWR - Green LED status indicator for receiving external power. (Also dim green LED for receiving Backup Battery power.)1
Chapter 1 Getting Started4Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Top PanelBottom PanelCAUTION! Pressing the Reset Button erases current configuration settings and reboots the RS700.No. Component Description2. Wi-Fi Antenna Ports. Wi-Fi ANT1, Wi-Fi ANT2 (left to right), connects the RS700 to Wi-Fi Antennas for wireless signal enhancement.3. RFID Antenna Ports. ANT1, ANT2, ANT3 and ANT4 (left to right) connects the RS700 to RFID Antennas for reading data stored on RFID tags.No. Component Description4. Backup Battery Switch. Press this switch to engage the Backup Battery.5. GPIO Port. Use the GPIO Cable to connect the RS700 to external controls such as LED indicator lamp, LCD or motion sensor.6. USB Port. Use the USB Cable to connect the RS700 to a host computer and perform Microsoft ActiveSync.7. Ethernet Port. Use the Ethernet Cable to connect the RS700 to a wired Ethernet network.8. DC Input Power PortRS232 Port. Use the Power/RS232 Cable to connect the RS700 to an external power supply or to a computer to perform configuration updates.9. Reset Button. Use a stylus to press the button and reset the RS700.223584697
Chapter 1 Getting Started5Connect PowerAn internal backup battery helps prevent data loss when the RS700 disconnects from an external power source. The backup battery stores all data and system settings for up to seven days. Connect power to the RS700 through the following:NOTE: To adequately charge the backup battery, connect the RS700 to an external power source and press the Backup Battery Switch. Charge the RS700 for at least 20 hours. The backup battery begins charging as soon as the RS700 connects to a power source.1. Connect the Power/RS232 Cable to the PWR + RS232 Port, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.2. Insert the AC Adapter into the power jack of the Power/RS232 Cable.3. Insert the Power Cord into the AC Adapter.4. Plug the other end of the Power Cord into an electrical outlet.NOTE: The PWR LED on the RS700’s front panel lights up green when the RS700 connects to a power source.Once the RS700 connects to an external power source the device is ready for initial setup to make connections and read RFID tags.DATA RFID PWRPWR+RS232RESETGP I/0BACKUPSWXYZ[
6Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Chapter 2Using the HardwareThe RS700 contains two Antenna Ports for wireless signal enhancement and RFID reading points.Installing Wi-Fi AntennaThere are two Wi-Fi Antenna Ports on the RS700 (Wi-Fi ANT1 and Wi-Fi ANT2). Install a Wi-Fi Antenna through the following:1. Locate the Wi-Fi Antenna Ports on the RS700’s top panel.2. Connect a Wi-Fi Antenna to a desired Wi-Fi Antenna Port, and rotate the antenna cap clockwise to secure the connection.3. Bend the Wi-Fi Antenna(s) to a 90-degree angle.DATA RFID PWRPWR+RS232RESETGP I/0BACKUPSW
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware7Installing RFID Antenna (Optional)The RS700 has four RFID Antenna Ports (ANT1, ANT2, ANT3, and ANT4) and two removable protection caps on ANT2 and ANT3.NOTE: Only remove the protective caps for installing RFID Antennas.Install an RFID Antenna through the following:1. Locate the RFID Antenna Ports on the RS700’s top panel.2. If necessary, remove the protection caps on ANT2 and ANT3.3. Connect the Antenna Cable to the desired RFID Antenna Port, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.4. Connect the other end of the Antenna Cable to the wall mounted RFID Antenna, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.NOTE: Refer to the RFID Antenna Installation guide for mounting the RFID Antenna(s).WARNING!To avoid radiation exposure, the RFID Antennas should be installed and operated with minimum distance 1000mm away from the human body.
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware8Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Using the GPIO InterfaceUse the GPIO Cable to connect the RS700 to several external controls such as an LED indicator lamp, LCD or motion sensor.GPIO Pin AssignmentConnect two relay output and digital input signals with the 10-pin GPIO cable. Con-nect external devices through the following:Pin Name Description10. DI1-1. DIX: Digital Input (X=1; 2).DIX-1: Input Voltage (3.3V - 12V).DIX-2: Ground.9. DI1-2.8. DI2-1.7. DI2-2.6. RL1C. RLX: Relay (X=1; 2).C: Common.NC: Normal Close.NO: Normal Open.5. RL1NC.4. RL1NO.3. RL2C.2. RL2NC.1. RL2NO.Pin1 . . . . . . . . . 10DIX-1DIX-2RLXCRLXNORLXNC
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware9Mounting the RS700The RS700 comes standard with a wall mounting kit for easy installation.Mount the RS700 to a wall through the following:• Plastic conical anchor (4) 3x25mm.• Self-tapping screw (4) 3.5x19mm.1. Locate the four mounting holes on the RS700.2. Place the RS700 on the wall. Mark the mounting hole locations with a pen.3. Remove the RS700 and drill four 1/4-inch wide holes at least one inch deep.4. Insert the four plastic conical anchors into the holes.5. Secure the RS700 to the wall with the four self-tapping screws, and insert them into the plastic conical anchors.Mounting HolesMounting Holes
Chapter 2 Using the Hardware10 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Performing a Hardware ResetPerform a reset if the RS700 freezes (i.e., no longer responds).Resetting the RS700 erases all installed records, entries and programs; returning the RS700 to default status. (Not even the date and time settings remain.) All settings return to default mode. However, data stored in the flash storage or in an SD Card Slot will remain intact. Use the remote control to access the SD folder on the RS700. See Using Remote Control on page 47.NOTE: During the next Microsoft ActiveSync operation, lost data can be restored that was previously synchronized on the computer, or data can be restored from a storage card. Reset the RS700 through one of the following:1. Use a stylus to press the reset button on the RS700’s bottom panel.2. Reconnect the power supply, and reset the Backup Battery Switch to the on position.CAUTION! Pressing the Reset Button erases current configuration settings and reboots the RS700. The RS700 returns to default mode. All registry settings and all files (including hidden files) are returned to their origi-nal factory defaults.
11Chapter 3Making RFID ApplicationsThe Unitech RS700 Smart RFID Fixed Reader can do more than just read, store or forward data. The built-in Unitech RFID middleware helps filter data, execute com-mands and perform rich functions at the front end.The Smart-Reader Server is designed to control and collect data from RFID tags through a wired or Wi-Fi network. Enhancing the data precision is possible by creating accurate reports, reducing server load and even customizing RFID applications on the RS700.Using Smart-Reader ServerOpening Smart-Reader ServerThe RS700 automatically starts once it connects to an external power source. Follow the instructions below to check which programs are currently active (If necessary, acti-vate the Smart-Reader Server on the RS700).1. Install the remote control program. See Using Remote Control on page 47.2. On the remote control window, double click My Device → Windows → SRS → SmartReader Server. The SRS window appears with an assigned IP address.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications12 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.NOTE: The yellow RFID LED flashes on the RS700’s front panel, indicating that the Smart-Reader Server is operating.Controlling Smart-Reader Server RemotelyIt is necessary to install the Smart-Reader Server Remote Control (SRSRC) Program, to control the built-in RS700 Smart-Reader Server remotely. Please contact a Unitech representative to acquire the program.Installing Microsoft .NET FrameworkTo execute the SRSRC, Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 must be installed on the com-puter. Download the software from the Microsoft Download Center at:http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=333325fd-ae52-4e35-b531-508d977d32a6&DisplayLang=en.NOTE: Uninstall any previous versions of Microsoft .NET Framework before installing Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.Installing the SRSRC ProgramInstall the SRSRC program and acquire an IP address for the RS700 through the fol-lowing:1. Connect the computer to a DHCP enabled network.2. Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Ethernet Port on the RS700’s bottom panel, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.3. Connect the RS700 to the same network via DHCP. The DHCP server will assign an IP address to the RS700.4. Install SRSRC.msi on the computer.5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation of the SRSRC pro-gram.6. Click Start → Programs → Smart-Reader Server Remote Control → Reader Discovery.Remote ControlSRSSRSRCComputerRS700
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications137. Click Discovery to lookup the DHCP client in the same subnet.8. Refer to the MAC address label attached on the RS700’s bottom panel, and dis-cover the RS700’s IP address from the list box.Using the Smart-Reader Server Remote ControlStart using the SRSRC through the following:1. Click Start → Programs → Smart-Reader Server Remote Control → Smart-Reader Server Remote Control.2. Enter the assigned IP address in the Server Address field. To login, enter the default user name and password as unitech. Click OK.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications14 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.NOTE: Do not change the default port number from 11126, and ensure that the port is not occupied by any other service.3. The SRS Remote Control window appears. The SRSRC menu resides in the left pane, while the reader status is in the right pane.At the bottom right corner of the screen, the login info displays the user name and the login time duration. Click Stop to end the connection between the RS700 and the R1000 Reader.NOTE: A dialog box appears informing User account expired! (when the screen is idle for three minutes). Login (again) and continue with the set-tings.Configuring Antenna PortTo enable or disable antennas connected to antenna ports, click Device Status in the left screen panel. Configure the Antenna Port settings through the following: 1. In the Antennas: field, check the antenna port number to enable the antenna.Antenna port number (1 is checked by default). If more than one antenna is enabled, the antennas switch in numerical order (i.e., 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 1).2. In the Antenna Switch Time (ms): field, input the Antenna Switch Time for each reading period (300ms by default).
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications153. In the Inventory Times: field, input the Inventory Times for reading times within the reading period (0ms by default). A setting of 0 or 8192ms is recommended, but it depends on the local environment.NOTE: The Antenna Switch Time and the Inventory Times cannot both be simultaneously set at 0.4. Click Apply to save the settings.Antenna ports switch when the Antenna Switch Time or Inventory Times run out. If installed properly, the Tags screen will display any data collected from the antennas. Click Clear at the bottom of the screen to view the fresh data. See Installing RFID Antenna (Optional) on page 7.NOTE: The red DATA LED flashes on the RS700’s front panel, indicating data collection.Defining Smart Reader BehaviorIn the left pane, click Event Management. In the right panel, define the event cycle specifications, specify the report criteria and the setup filter rules.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications16 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Creating a New EC SpecIn the All Defined EC Specs field, *specTest1 is defined and subscribed as the default. Create a new event cycle specification through the following:1. Click New EC Spec. An InputBox screen appears.2. Input a unique EC Spec name or accept the default at spec1. Click OK, and spec1 appears in the All Defined EC Specs field.3. In the All Defined EC Specs: field, check Repeat, Period: for the automatic reading mode, and set the following values in milliseconds.–Repeat, Period: field - Cycle time (5000ms by default).–Duration: field - Duration for reading data within the cycle time (4500ms by default).
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications17–Stable Set Interval: field - Interval time between cycles (0ms by default).4. Check Trigger, Start: to activate the trigger manually. Specify the trigger start/ stop name for the event cycle. Add // before the name string. For example, input the following in each field:–Start: //spec1_start_trigger.– Stop: //spec1_stop_trigger.5. Check Include Spec In Reports to include the EC-Spec info in the report.Specifying Report CriteriaIn the Report Specs field, set report1 as the default. Modify or create reports through the following:1. Click New Spec and Yes to create a new report. The report2 appears in the Report Specs field.Click Delete to delete a selected report.2. In the Set: drop down menu, select the occasion for the report:–CURRENT: Produces report when tag reading occurs.–ADDITIONS: Produces report when tag seen in this cycle, but not in the pre-vious cycle.–DELETIONS: Produces report when tags not seen in this cycle, but seen in the previous cycle.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications18 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.3. Definitions of the options in the Output Includes field:–EPC: Displays EPC encoding method.–Tag: Displays tag ID.–Raw Hex: Displays hexadecimal data.–Raw Dec: Displays decimal data.–Count: Displays tag count.Setting up Filter RulesUse a filter to sort data in the Report Specs field. Setup the filter rules through the fol-lowing:1. To add a filter, select a desired report from the Report Specs drop down menu. For example, report1.2. To add a new inclusive pattern, click + next to the Include Patterns field. An InputBox screen appears with some predefined patterns for reference.To create a GID-96 encoding, input any of the following:–urn:epc:pat:gid-96:20.100.5000 to match the EPC for Unitech serial number 5000.–urn:epc:pat:gid-96:20.100.* to match any ABC’s EPC (regardless of serial number).–urn:epc:pat:gid-96:20.*.[5000-9999] to match any XYZ Corporation product whose serial number is between 5000 and 9999 (inclusive).–urn:epc:pat:gid-96:*.*.* to match any GID-96 tag.3. Click OK to confirm.To modify an inclusive pattern, select the pattern and click -.To delete an inclusive pattern, select the pattern and click x.4. Follow similar steps to exclude or group patterns.Defining the EC SpecAfter defining the event cycle and its report specifications, save this EC Spec through the following:1. Select a desired EC Spec, for example, spec1.2. Click Define. The #spec1, defined appears in the All Defined EC Specs field.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications19Subscribing the EC SpecIn order to implement the event cycle, make a subscription to the EC Spec through the following:1. Select a defined EC Spec in the All Defined EC Specs: field. For example, #spec1.2. Click Subscribe. An InputBox screen appears with some predefined formats for reference.3. In the Subscribe Notification: field, input any of the following:–file:// to store data in the folder located in the path My Device/srs/reports on the RS700.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications20 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.–tcp:// to send the report to the computer hosting SRS, i.e., 192.168.110.80:11127, the tab shown on the upper left corner of the screen.–tcp://192.168.110.114:11126 to send the report to another computer in the same subnet with IP address 192.168.110.114 and default port 11127.4. Click OK, and *spec1, subscribed appears in the All Defined EC Specs field. Click the ! button next to the trigger start/stop fields that appear, and this allows to control the reading behaviors.Redefining the SubscriptionRedefine a subscribed EC Spec through the following:1. In the All Defined EC Specs: field, select a subscribed EC Spec. For example, *spec1.2. In the Subscription: field, select the subscribe notification path.3. Click Unsubscribe to cancel the subscription.4. Click Undefine or Delete at the bottom of the screen.Now, it is possible to redefine or delete this EC Spec.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications21Viewing Data Collection ReportClick Report Management in the left screen panel. All reports set to store on the RS700 will display in the right pane. Manage reports through the following:1. Click Refresh to load the latest reports into the All Reports: field.2. Double click the desired report in the All Reports: field so that it opens in the middle of the screen. Click Clear to clear the screen and view the report with fresh data.3. Check Auto Upload All Reports to upload reports to the computer.4. Check Delete In Server After Upload to delete the report after uploading.5. In the Upload Interval: field, set the Upload Interval in units of seconds (by default, the value is set at 300 seconds).6. Choose the preferred folder to store reports in XML format on the computer.Click on the IP address tab to view reports that set to send out to computers in the net-work. Click Refresh and select a desired IP address. Click Clear to clear the screen and view the report with fresh data, or click Delete to remove the report page.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications22 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Viewing Server LogClick Server Log, and log events on the Smart-Reader Server display in the right pane. Click Clear to clear the screen and view fresh logs.Using the Application Programming InterfaceBesides using the built-in RS700 Smart-Reader Server and SRSRC, develop or cus-tomize RFID applications based on specified requirements. To learn more about the API, please refer to the Unitech Software Development Kit and Programming Manual.Connecting to BizTalk ServerRS700 supports Microsoft BizTalk Server for data collection. Connect to the BizTalk Server through the following:1. Copy the UnitechAdapter.dll, which is on the Unitech Software Development Kit CD-ROM, to the BizTalk RFID Manager folder (C:\Program Files\Microsoft Biz-Talk RFID\bin).2. Run RFID Manager.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications233. Right-click Device Providers in the left screen panel, and select New Provider to add a provider. The Add Provider screen appears.4. Type a name for the provider, and click Browse to locate the file, Unitech-Adapter.dll which is saved in Step 1. Click Register to add the provider.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications24 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.5. Click OK to confirm.6. Right-click Devices in the left screen panel, and select New Device to add a device. The Add Device Wizard screen appears.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications257. Check Add single device. Click Next.8. Select the newly created provider in Step 4. Click Next.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications26 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.9. Input the RS700's IP address and port number. Click Next.10. Click Next.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications2711. Enter the default user name and password as unitech. Click Next.12. Type a name for the device. Click Next.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications28 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.13. Click Finish.14. Right-click the device, and select View Tags. The View Tags screen appears.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications2915. Data collected from the RS700 displays in the Tags: field. Setup the interval from the Refresh interval: drop down menu to update the screen automatically. Or, click Clear or Refresh to update the screen manually.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications30 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Connecting to Oracle Sensor Edge ServerThe RS700 supports the Oracle Sensor Edge Server (SES) for data collection. Con-nect to SES through the following:1. Stop SES.2. Copy the three files, SmartReaderAdapter.jar, SmartReaderDevice.jar and SmartReaderDispatcher.jar, which are on the Unitech Software Development Kit CD-ROM, to the path C:\Oracle\product\10.1.3.1\AS\j2ee\home\applica-tions\edge\edge\extensions.3. Restart SES.4. Open the web browser and type http://127.0.0.1:7777/edge to login to the server on the local host.5. Click MyEdgeServer.6. Click Change dispatcher.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications317. Select Smart Reader Dispatcher. Click Select.8. Set the Log Level to All. Click Save Changes.9. Click MyEdgeServer → Groups → Default.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications32 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.10. Click Add new device.11. Select Smart Reader Device.12. Type a name for the device. For example, RS700. Click Select.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications3313. Click MyEdgeServer → Groups → Default → RS700.14. Input the RS700’s IP address and port number, and the default user name and password as unitech. Click Save Changes.15. Restart SES.16. Click MyEdgeServer → Groups → Default → RS700.
Chapter 3 Making RFID Applications34 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.17. Click Start all devices.The server will log the event in the Monitor Events tab, when the RS700 collects RFID tags.
35Chapter 4Advanced SettingsThe RS700 provides a standard interface to setup the terminal, and It is possible through this to make connections and perform remote control functions.Connecting to a LAN NetworkObtaining an IP AddressConnect to a network through the following:1. Connect the computer to a DHCP enabled network.2. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet Port on the RS700’s bottom panel, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.3. Connect the RS700 to the same network via DHCP. The DHCP server will assign an IP address to the RS700.4. On the computer, click Start → Programs → Smart-Reader Server Remote Control → Reader Discovery.5. Click Discovery to lookup the DHCP client in the same subnet.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings36 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.6. Refer to the MAC address label attached the RS700’s rear panel, and discover the RS700’s IP address in the list box. Double-click the IP address to open the configuration webpage in the default browser.7. The RS700 WebConfig Server window appears with basic information about the RS700, such as program version numbers and system memory.The built-in RS700 WebConfig Server is a web-based interface, which can configure the RS700 on a remote computer.Setting the System TimeSynchronize the system time with the remote computer via the RS700 WebConfig Server. Set the system time through the following:
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings371. Click SystemTime in the left screen panel. The System Time Setup page appears in the right screen panel with the current settings.2. Click Reset to clear all the fields.3. Select the desired time zone, and input the preferred date and time.4. Click Apply to save the settings. A dialog box appears with the message Set System Time OK!.Setting up Ethernet connectionIt is possible to configure the Ethernet settings on this page.1. Click Ethernet in the left screen panel. The Ethernet Setup page appears in the right screen panel with the current settings.2. Select the DHCP server to automatically assign an IP address, or manually specify an IP address.3. Select Specify an IP address, input the IP address, subnet mask, default gate-way and etc.4. Click Apply to save the settings. A box appears with the message Set Ether-net OK!. While the message Input Error, please check! indicates incomplete input.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings38 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Connecting to a WLAN NetworkIt is possible to send and receive signals to a Wi-Fi network, and synchronize files with the RS700’s embedded WLAN interface.NOTE: Wi-Fi access requires a separate service contract through a wireless service provider. Contact a wireless service provider for more informa-tion.A wireless network can be added when the network is detected or by manually enter-ing information settings. Determine if authentication information is needed before pro-ceeding through the following steps.Setup a wireless LAN via RS700 WebConfig Server through the following:1. Click Profile Setup in the left screen panel. The Wireless Profile page appears in the right screen panel. Click New to add a new profile.2. Enter the profile name in the dialog box. Click Ok.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings393. Enter the SSID for the wireless network. Scroll down the Encryption drop down menu to select the wireless encryption type. Click WEP keys/PSKs.4. Enter the WEP keys in the dialog box. Click Ok.5. In the Wireless Profile page, click Commit to save the profile.6. Click Basic Setup in the left screen panel. The Wireless Basic page appears in the right screen panel. Click Reset to clear all fields.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings40 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.7. Select Enable Radio. Scroll down the Active Profile list to select the created profile.8. Have the DHCP server automatically assign an IP address, or specify an IP address manually.9. Select Specify an IP address, input the IP address, subnet mask, default gate-way and etc.NOTE: To enhance radio performance install the Wi-Fi Antennas on the RS700’s top panel. See Installing Wi-Fi Antenna on page 6.10. Click Apply to save the settings. Check the settings if the message Input Error, please check! appears.11. Click Status in the left screen panel. The Wireless Status page appears in the right screen panel with information containing the active profile, radio status, cli-ent attributes, AP attributes, connection channel number, data rate, transmitted power, signal strength and etc. Click Refresh to refresh the page.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings4112. Click Basic Setup in the left screen panel and select Disable Radio in the Wireless Basic page to disable the access point.Managing your Wireless ProfilesClick Profile Setup in the left screen panel to manage wireless profiles in the Wireless Profile page. • Edit Profile: Views a selected profile from the drop down menu on the right.–New: Creates a new profile.–Rename: Changes the name of a selected profile. The name should be unique, not being assigned to another profile. Input another name for this pro-file if the message Profile name already exit! appears.–Delete: Deletes a selected profile, which is not the active profile. Otherwise, the message Active profile can not be deleted! appears.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings42 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.–Scan: A window appears with available APs. Click Refresh to receive the updated list. Referring to the received signal strength indication (RSSI) and whether data encryption is required or not, i.e., true or false (Secure), select a desired SSID from the list and click Connect to create a new profile with this SSID.•Radio: Configures radio settings on the right fields.–SSID: Enters the service set identifier (SSID) for an access point.–Client Name: Assigns a client name for the terminal.–Power Save: Selects a power saving mode when idling. Value CAM stands for constant awake mode, Maximum for maximum power saving mode and default Fast for fast power saving mode.–Tx Power: Selects a transmit power for power saving. While the default is set to Maximum, lower the transmit power to 50, 30, 20, 10, 5 or 1mW. The lower power will result in a lower signal strength.–Bit Rate: Selects a suitable transmission rate to AP. While the default is set to Auto, set the bit rate to 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 or 54 Mbps. The higher rate will allow a shorter distance between access points.–Radio Mode: Selects a radio mode to AP. The terminal supports 802.11b/g. While the default is set to BG optimized, change to B rates only (802.11b data rates at 1, 2, 5.5 and 11 Mbps), G rates only (802.11g data rates at 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps) or BG rates full (All 802.11b/g rates).–Auth Type: Selects an 802.11 authentication type. While the default is set to no authentication needed to Open, change to Shared using WEP shared key or LEAP using LEAP protocol.•Encryption: Selects the type of encryption to protect transmitted data. Avail-able types are Manual WEP, Auto WEP, WPA PSK, WPA TKIP, WPA2 PSK, WPA2 AES, CCKM TKIP, CKIP Manual and CKIP Auto. While WEP Keys/PSKs appears; WEP keys or pre-shared keys are required.•EAP Type: Selects an extensible authentication protocol. Available types are LEAP, EAP-FAST, PEAP-MSCHAP, PEAP-GTC and EAP-TLS. While Creden-tials appears, authentication credentials are required.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings43Click Global Setup in the left screen panel to adjust the wireless global settings in the Wireless Global page. The attributes in the Property field can apply to all profiles. Click Logout to exit the RS700 WebConfig Server.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings44 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Establishing Terminal-PC ConnectionInstalling Microsoft ActiveSyncIn order to exchange data between the computer and the RS700, Microsoft Active-Sync must be installed on the computer. Use the USB Cable that comes with the RS700 to connect the terminal to the computer.NOTE: Uninstall previous versions of Microsoft ActiveSync before installing the latest version.Additional Capabilities• Backup and restore RS700 data.• Copy (rather than synchronize) files between the RS700 and a desktop com-puter.• Control the synchronization occurrence by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, synchronize continuously while connecting to a desktop computer or only when a synchronization command is selected.• Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, synchronize past appointments during the last six weeks.Install Microsoft ActiveSync on the computer through the following:• Close any open programs, including those that run during startup and disable any antivirus software.• Download the ActiveSync software from the Microsoft ActiveSync Download page at:http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/activesync45.mspx.• Browse to the location of the downloaded file, and double-click it. The installa-tion wizard begins.• Follow the instructions onscreen to install Microsoft ActiveSync.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings45Connecting the terminal to Your ComputerAfter Microsoft ActiveSync is installed, make a connection through the following:1. Connect the USB Cable to the USB port on the RS700’s bottom panel, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.2. Insert the other end of the USB Cable into a USB Port on the computer.3. Microsoft ActiveSync starts automatically and configures the USB Port to work with the RS700. The New Partnership setup wizard will ask to setup a partner-ship.NOTE: If Microsoft ActiveSync doesn’t start automatically, click Start → Pro-grams → Microsoft ActiveSync.If a message appears indicating that it is unable to detect a connection, click Cancel and manually configure the communication settings by clicking MAS → File → Con-nection Settings → Connect.4. Follow the onscreen instructions. The Microsoft ActiveSync window appears when the configuration is complete.5. Synchronization will initiate, and it will synchronize periodically or upon connec-tion.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings46 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Using Microsoft ActiveSync to Exchange FilesSynchronization options can modify, including when to synchronize and what gets synchronized. In the Mobile Device window on the computer, click Tools → Sync Options.For each type of information, the synchronization process can be hastened by limiting the amount of synchronized data. To do this, select a service and click Settings. After enabling a service, close and reopen Microsoft ActiveSync.Synchronization occurs according to the options chosen while setting up Microsoft ActiveSync on the computer. If the default (On Connect) synchronization option in the Microsoft ActiveSync Setup Wizard is selected, simply connect the RS700 to the desktop computer and synchronization will take place.If the disabled On Connect feature in Microsoft ActiveSync is selected, start Active-Sync through one of the following:• On the computer, click My Computer → Mobile Device folder.• Connect the USB cable between the computer and terminal.Use Microsoft ActiveSync to exchange information from the terminal to the computer and vice versa. Changes made to the information on one location will not affect the information on the other. To automatically update information on both the RS700 and the computer, synchronize the information instead.NOTE: Files created on the computer may need to be converted by ActiveSync so that they can be viewed and edited on the terminal, and vice versa.Copy two types of information to the device: files and Pocket Access Windows CE Store information.The following procedure only applies to copying files. Refer to the Microsoft Active-Sync Help on the computer for instructions on how to copy Pocket Access Windows CE Store information.1. In the Microsoft ActiveSync window on the computer, click Explore. Windows Explorer opens the Mobile Device window for the terminal.2. Locate a file to copy on the terminal or computer.3. Do one of the following:– To copy the file to the terminal, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the cursor in the desired folder for the terminal, right-click and click Paste.– To copy the file to the computer, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the cursor in the desired folder on the computer, right-click and then click Paste.
Chapter 4 Advanced Settings47Using Remote ControlBesides configurations through the web-based interface, there are also ways to con-trol the RS700 remotely with the computer via Microsoft Power Toys. It is possible to setup the system time, establish network connections or do any other settings on the RS700 Windows platform.Use the remote control through the following:1. On the computer, install WindowsMobilePowerToys.msi, which is on the Unitech CD-ROM.NOTE: Download the latest PowerToys software from the Microsoft Download Center.2. Connect the USB Cable to USB Port on the RS700’s bottom panel, and rotate the cable cap clockwise to secure the connection.3. Insert the other end of the USB Cable into a USB Port on the computer.4. Microsoft ActiveSync starts automatically and configures the USB Port to work with the RS700.5. Click Start → Programs → ActiveSync Remote Display.NOTE: Alternatively, execute ASRDisp.exe in the Microsoft ActiveSync Remote Display folder.6. A dialog box appears with message The OS or CPU of this device is unknown to this application. Click OK. The WindowsCE window opens with applications, such as SRS and WebConfig running on the RS700.Click Zoom to adjust the zoom level at 1x, 2x or 3x. Click File → Exit to exit the remote control window.
48 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Chapter 5TroubleshootingUnitech has a professional support team to answer any questions or technical related issues. If equipment problems occur please refer to the table below or contact a regional Unitech representative.Problem Solution1. Cannot Backup Data. • Check if the Backup Battery Switch is on.• Send back to Unitech for RMA.2. Cannot Read a Tag. • Check whether the RFID Antenna is properly con-nected to the TNC Connector via Antenna Cable.• Check whether the Antenna Port is correct.• Check whether the tag is damaged.• Check the software settings, e.g., reader status, antenna port and etc.• Reset the RS700.• Send back to Unitech for RMA.3. Cannot Charge the Backup Battery.• Check if the Backup Battery Switch is on.• Send back to Unitech for RMA.4. The USB Communication Fails.• Reconnect the USB Cable.• Reset the RS700.• Send back to Unitech for RMA.5. Cannot Reset the RS700. • Make sure the Reset Button is pressed in. • Make sure the backup battery switch is turned off when removing external power.• Send back to Unitech for RMA.
49Appendix ASystem SpecificationProcessor/Memory CPU 520Mhz Intel PXA270Memory SDRAM: 64MBFlash ROM: 64MBOS Microsoft Windows CE 5.0Indicator Data LED, RFID LED and Power LEDCommunication USB 1.1 ClientSerial RS232Ethernet 10/100Base-TIEEE 802.11b/g Wireless LAN, CCX CompatibleRelay Outputs (2)Optical Inputs (2)RFID Reader Reader R1000Protocol EPCglobal Class1 Gen2Frequency UHF 860MHz - 960MHzOutput Power Up to 1W and 4ERP with AntennaAntenna Number 4-port switchChannel 8-channel TX/RXReading Distance 1 - 10 Meters Depending on Reading Points and TagsTag Type EPCglobal C1G2, ISO 18000-6CSD Card Slot Built-in 2GB StoragePower Source Main Power Input: 100-240Vac, 50/60MHz, 0.75AOutput: 12V DC, 3A, 36W Max.Backup Power 3800mAh Rechargeable Lithium-Ion BatteryEnclosure Weight 1750g (3.8 lbs.)Dimension 252mmL X 57.7mmH X 185.3mmW(9.9”L X 2.2”H X 7.2”W)Environmental Operating Temperature -20ºC - 50ºC (-4ºF - 122ºF)Storage Temperature -30ºC - 70ºC (-22ºF - 158ºF)Relative Humidity 0% - 95% (Non-condensed)Environmental Sealing IP65 (Indoor and Outdoor Applications)Certification FCC, CE, NCC, BSMI, CCC, RoHS Compliance and TELECAccessories GPX-026XTPR8-763 RFID AntennaCFD200-NL Antenna cable, 24’Software RS700 SDKRFID Middleware SDKMicrosoft BizTalk RFIDOracle Sensor Edge SeverIBM WebSphere
50 Copyright 2009 Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Unitech is a registered trademark of Unitech Electronics Co., Ltd.Appendix BSupportRegion Web siteGlobal Operation Center www.unitech-adc.comunitech Taiwan adc-utt.unitech.com.twunitech Asia Pacific & Middle www.unitech-utp.com.twunitech China www.ute.com.cnunitech Japan www.unitech-japan.co.jpunitech America www.ute.comunitech Latin America latin.ute.comunitech Europe www.unitech-europe.nl

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