USER MANUAL - Allflex USA, Inc
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1. Turn it an Make it discoverable visible Give it a name optional Press the button on the bottom of the device keyboards and mice only D Add only Bluetooth devices that you trust Cancel Bluetooth Devices Devices Options COM Ports Hardware All other devices RS420 Add Bluetooth Device Wizard Do you need a passkey to add your device To answer this question refer ta the Bluetooth section of the documentation that came with your device IF the documentation specifies a passkey use that one CO Choose a passkey for me Use the passkey found in the documentation CO Don t use a passkey We recommend using a passkev that is amp to 16 digits long You should always use a passkey unless your device We d recommend using a passkey that i 8 to 16 digits long The poer e Sina ihe more secure it will be 2 The program will assign 2 communication ports for the reader Most applications will use the outgoing port Make note of this port number for use when connecting to a software program If this fails use the following links search the reader in the peripheral list and connect it You have to add an outgoing port that makes a connection to the device Follow the steps described in the links below For Windows XP http support microsoft com kb 883259 en us For Windows 7 http windows microsoft com en US windows7 Connect to Bluetooth and other wireless or network devi2. To enter into a sub menu move the horizontal lines by pressing the green button and press the black button to select it Note 16 The reader automatically closes the menu if no action occurs for 8 seconds Note 17 The symbol gt is in front of the currently selected option Session management Menu 2 Menu session Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen New working Create a new working session after validation by the session user This new session becomes the current working New working session session and the previous one is closed See Note 20 Open working session about custom session names Session Export session Open working Select and open one of the stored sessions Import from flash drive session Delete session Export session Enter into the export sub menu see Menu 3 Import from Import sessions from flash drive memory stick and flash drive store them into the reader flash memory refer to Connect the reader to an USB flash drive section Delete session Enter into the delete sub menu 11 Note 18 Each ID code is stored internally in the reader s memory until the user erases the sessions after downloading them to a PC or other storage device such as an USB stick Note 19 If enabled the reader provides a time and date stamp for each identification number stored The user can enable disable the date and time transmission using EID Tag Manager software Note
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4. 20 By default the session will be named SESSION 1 the number being incremented automatically If custom session names have been created using EID Tag Manager or a 3rd party software then the menu will display the session names available and the user can choose one of the names available Menu 3 Menu export session Item Sub Menu Definition 1 Back Return to the previous screen 2 Current session Open the Menu 4 to select the channel to export the current session 3 Select session List the stored sessions and once a session is selected open the Menu 4 to select the channel to export the selected session All sessions Open the Menu 4 to select the channel to export all sessions Menu 4 List of channels to export the session s Item Sub Menu Definition 1 Back Return to the previous screen 2 Bluetooth Send session s via the Bluetooth link USB flash drive Store the session s on flash drive memory stick see Note 22 Note 21 Connect a USB flash drive memory stick or establish a Bluetooth connection before selecting the session importation or exportation Note 22 If no USB flash drive memory stick 1s detected message No drive detected will pop up Check the drive 1s well connected and then retry or cancel Menu 5 Menu delete session Item Sub Menu Definition 1 Back Return to the previous screen Select session List the stored sessions and once a session is selected it is deleted
5. Durable Plastic Carry Case 1s available as an optional extra or is included in the Pro Kit Package 21 Specifications General Norms ISO 11784 and full ISO 11785 for FDX B and HDX tags IP67 with battery inside and cap screwed onto connector User interface Graphical display 128x128 dots 2 keys Buzzer and Vibrator Serial port USB port and Bluetooth module Bluetooth interface Class 1 up to 100m Serial Port Profile SPP and iPod Accessory Protocol iAP Serial interface RS 232 9600N81 by default Memory Up to 400 sessions with max 9999 animal IDs per session Approx 100 000 animal IDs Battery 7 4VDC 2600mAh Li lon rechargeable Date Time autonomy 6 weeks without reader usage 20 C Battery charge duration 3 hours Mechanical and physical Dimensions Long reader 670 x 60 x 70 mm 26 4 x 2 4 x 2 8 in Short reader 530 x 60 x 70 mm 20 9 x 2 4 x 2 8 in Weight Long reader with battery 830 g 29 3 oz Short reader with battery 810 g 28 6 oz Material ABS PC and fiberglass tube Operating temperature 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F Storage temperature 30 C to 70 C 22 F to 158 F Humidity 096 to 80 Reading Distance for ear tags cattle Up to 42 cm 16 5 in depending on tag type and orientation Distance for ear tags sheep Up to 30 cm 12 in depending on tag type and orientation Distance for implants Up to 20 cm 8 in for 12 mm FDX B implants The quantity of storable animal ID de
6. Enter into the alerts menu see Menu 10and Note 7 about alert icon Definition Return to the previous screen Disable the alerts Produce an alert long beep vibration signal when the read ID code is found in the comparison session Produce an alert signal when the read ID code is NOT found in the comparison session Produce an alert if the read ID is tagged with an alert within the compare session Tag data header in compare session must be named ALT If the ALT field for a given ear tag number contains a string an alert will be generated otherwise no alert will be generated Menu 11 Menu Data entry Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen On Off Enable Disable data entry feature Select data Select one or several data entry list s up to 3 list On Off list selectable to be used to associate data entry with the tag Select data list read Menu 12 Menu Counter mode Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Session Total 1 counter for all IDs stored in the current session and 1 counter for all IDs saved in memory 9999 max per session Session Unique tags 1 counter for all IDs stored in the current session and 1 counter for all unique IDs stored in this session max 1000 The tag storage mode is automatically changed to ON READ Session MOB 1 counter for all IDs stored in the current session and 1 sub counter to count mobs in a session Reset mob co
7. New session Fast creation of a new session Enter menu Re send last tag Last read tag is re sent on all communication New session interfaces Serial Bluetooth USB Re send last tag MOB reset Reset the MOB counter when Session MOB counter MOB reset type is selected See Menu 12 Quick Action Note 26 A quick action is a second feature attributed to the black button The reader performs the selected action after a short keystroke of the black button Note 27 If the user holds the black button for over 3 seconds the device displays the menu and the quick action 1s not performed 16 Menu 16 Menu protocol Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Standard Select the standard protocol defined for this reader protocol gt Standard protocol Allflex RS320 Select the protocol used by ALLFLEX S readers RS320 and Protocol Allflex RS320 RS340 RS340 RS340 Note 28 All commands of ALLFLEX S reader are implemented but some features are not implemented About the reader Menu 17 Menu Reader information Feature Description of use S N Indicates the serial number of the reader FW Indicates the firmware version of the reader S N C088 00086 HW Indicates the hardware version of the reader FW 2 00 00 Jun 4 2014 Memory Indicates the percentage of the memory used Reader information P N 30002 0A0 used Memory used 7 5 Files used Indicates the number of sess
8. ROM first in order to pre install USB drivers for the reader When you will connect the reader Windows will automatically find the driver and install the reader properly Using serial interface The serial port allows the device to send and receive data via an RS 232 connection To establish a RS 232 connection simply connect the reader with a PC or a PDA with the data power cable 18 The RS 232 serial interface comprises a 3 wire arrangement with a DB9F connector and consists of transmit TxD pin 2 receive RxD pin 3 and ground GND pin 5 This interface is factory configured with the default settings of 9600 bits second no parity 8 bits 1 word and 1 stop bit 9600N81 These parameters can be changed from the PC software serial output data appears on the device s TxD pin 2 connection in ASCII format Note 32 The RS 232 interface is wired as a DCE data communications equipment type that connects directly to the serial port of a PC or any other device that is designated as a DTE data terminal equipment type When the device is connected to other equipment that 1s wired as DCE such as a PDA a null modem adapter 1s required in order to properly cross wire transmit and receive signals so that communications can occur Note 33 The reader s serial data connection can be extended using a standard DB9M to DB9YF extension cable Extensions longer than 20 meters 65 feet are not recommended for data Exten
9. after confirmation All sessions Erase all stored sessions after confirmation 12 Bluetooth management Menu 6 Menu Bluetooth Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen On Off Enable Disable the Bluetooth module Back Select device Configure the reader in SLAVE mode or scan and On Off list all Bluetooth devices in the reader vicinity to Select device configure the reader in MASTER mode Authentication iPhone discoverable About Back gt Slave MZ220 XR3000 My iPhone Search new device Bluetooth settings Select device Authentication Enable disable the security feature of the Bluetooth iPhone discoverable Make the reader discoverable by iPhone iPad About Provide information about the Bluetooth features see Menu 7 Note 23 When the reader is discoverable by iPhone or 1Pad a message pairing finished is displayed Press Yes once the 1Phone or iPad is paired to the reader Menu 7 Information about Bluetooth Feature Description of use Name Name of the reader Addr Address of the RS420 Bluetooth module Name RS420 00086 Pairing Bluetooth address of the remote device when the reader is Addr 00 04 3E AA C2 C6 in MASTER mode or term SLAVE when the reader is in About Bluetooth Pairing Slave SLAVE mode Security OFF Security On Off indicates authentication status PIN 1234 PIN Pin code to be entered if asked Version 12101
10. performance standards Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards Please note that the use of this accessory with iPhone or iPad may affect wireless performance Made for iPhone LJiPad 30 Regulatory Compliance ISO 11784 amp 11785 This device complies with the standards set forward by the International Standardization Organization Specifically with standards 11784 Radio frequency identification of animals Code Structure 11785 Radio frequency identification of animals Technical Concept FCC NQY 30002 IC 4246A 30002 CE Marking DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to the R amp TTE Directive 99 05 EC Manufacturer s Authorized Representative ALLFLEX EUROPE S A S Route de Eaux ZI de Plagu B P 90219 35502 VITRE Cedex FRANCE 33 0 2 99 75 77 00 Type of Equipment Short Range Device SRD Low Frequency Radio Frequency Identification RFID Scanner Brand Name Trademark Allflex Type Designation Model No RS420 XX XX can be 45 or 60 Allflex Europe declares on its sole responsibility that the products listed above are in conformity with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive The products comply with the following harmonized European Standards or technical specifications Standards Regarding EN 301 489 3 2002 V1 4 1 EMC EN 301 489 17 2009 V2 1 1 EMC EN 300 330 2 V1 5 1 Radio Spectrum E
11. radio TV technician for help The user must be at 20 cm of the reader antennas Notice to Consumers Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada 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 this device L utilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 Il ne doit pas produire d interf rence et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter toute interf rence radio lectrique recu m me si celle ci est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif Avis aux consommateurs Toutes modifications non express ment approuv es par la partie responsable de la conformit peuvent annuler le droit de l utilisateur utiliser cet quipement L utilisateur doit se tenir 20 cm des antennes du lecteur Apple Legal Notice iPod iPhone iPad are a trademark of Apple Inc registered 1n the U S and other countries Made for iPhone and Made for iPad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone or iPad respectively and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple
12. the reading mode remains activated If the device is programmed in continuous reading mode the reading mode remains indefinitely activated until you press the green button a second time The following picture shows the result of a successful reading session 0002 00218 Item Feature Description of use Tag type ISO standard 11784 5 has approved 2 technologies for animal identification FDX B and HDX When the reader displays the word IND as tag type it means that its tag is not coded for animals Country code The country code is according the ISO 3166 and ISO 11784 5 numeric format Manufacturer code Manufacturer code is according to ICAR assignment First digits of ID code First digits of the identification code according the ISO 11784 5 Last digits of ID code Last digits of the identification code according the ISO 11784 5 The user can select the number of last bold digits between 0 and 12 digits When a new ear tag is successfully read the green light flashes the reader stores the ID code in its internal memory and the current date and time The number of read ID codes in the current session is increased The buzzer and the vibrator will sound and or vibrate with every scan 3 Depending on tag storage mode option 6 Note 3 Two short beeps and a short vibration mean that the reader has previously read the tag in the current session A beep vibration of medium duration means that the reader has
13. 2 battery pack E94VE00x Plastic case optional Use to transport the reader in a robust case E88VE027 1 Ear tags not provided in Australia and New Zealand 2 E94VE001 Europe EU except United Kingdom UK E94VE002 UK and E94VE003 World except EU and UK 2 Figure Reader features and user interface Table 1 Reader features and description of use Item 0 11 12 Feature Antenna Fiberglass Tube Enclosure Audible beeper Description of use Emits activation signal and receives RFID tag signal Rugged and watertight enclosure Beeps once on first tag reading and 2 short beeps for repeat Large graphical readout with Displays information about current reader status backlight Green indicator Red indicator black MENU button green READ button Vibrator Handle grip Cable connector Bluetooth internal Illuminates whenever a tag data has been stored Illuminates whenever antenna is emitting activation signal Navigates in the reader menu to manage or to configure it Applies power and causes activation signal to be emitted for reading tags Vibrates once on first tag reading and short vibrates for repeat Rubber anti slip griping surface Electrical interface for attaching Data Power cable or USB stick adapter Wireless interface to communicate data to and from reader not pictured Operation Getting Started It is necessary to first fully charge the Battery Pack as described below and t
14. 6A IDPS Version Version of the Bluetooth firmware 13 Read settings Menu 8 Menu Read settings Read settings Back Comparison and Alerts Data entry Read time Tag storage mode Counter mode RFID Power mode Temperature Comparison and Alerts Select comparison Disable comparison Alerts Menu 10 Menu Alerts Disabled gt On animal found On animal not found From compare session 14 Sub Menu Back Comparison and Alerts Data entry Read time Tag storage mode Counter mode RFID Mode Temperature Sub Menu Back Select compare Disable compare Alerts Sub Menu Back Disabled On animal found On animal not found From compare session Power Definition Return to the previous screen Manage comparison and alerts settings see Menu 9 Manage data entry feature See Note 10 about data entry icon Adjust the scanning time 3s 5s 10s or continuous scanning Change the storage mode no storage on read and on read without duplicated numbers in the memory Manage the counters displayed on main screen see Menu 12 Manage the power consumption of the device see Menu 13 Enable temperature detection with Temperature Detection implants Definition Return to the previous screen List all sessions saved in the reader memory and select the comparison session used to compare the read tag numbers see Note 6 about Compare session icon Disable the comparison
15. N 300 328 V1 7 1 Radio Spectrum EN 62311 2008 Radio Spectrum EN 50364 2001 Radio Spectrum IEC EN 60950 1 2006 Safety Health Allflex Europe has an internal production control system that ensures compliance between the manufactured products and the technical documentation September 23 2013 By WL Dominiqug BOIRON Allflex Eufope RFID Director Trademark Notices Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc 3l Allflex Offices Allflex Europe S A Zl DE Plague Route des Eaux 35502 Vitr FRANCE T l phone Phone 33 0 2 99 75 77 OO T l copieur Fax 33 0 2 99 75 77 64 www allflex europe com Allflex USA Inc P O Box 612266 2805 East 14th Street Dallas Ft Worth Airport Texas 75261 2266 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Phone 972 456 3686 Phone 800 989 TAGS 8247 Fax 972 456 3882 www allflexusa com Allflex Australia 33 35 Neumann Road Capalaba Queensland 4157 AUSTRALIA Phone 61 0 7 3245 9100 Fax 61 0 7 3245 9110 www allflex com au Sistemas De Identificacao Animal LTDA Rua Dona Francisca 8300 Distrito Industrial Bloco B M dulos 7 e 8 89 239 270 Joinville SC BRASIL Tel 55 47 4510 500 Fax 55 47 3451 0524 www allflex com br Allflex Argentina CUIT N 30 70049927 4 Pte Luis Saenz Pe a 2002 1135 Constituci n Caba Buenos Aires ARGENTINA Tel 454 11 41 16 48 61 www allflexargentina com ar 32 Allflex UK Ltd
16. able battery pack which serves as its primary power source This feature adds hours of scans with a fully charged battery Alternately the reader can be powered and used indoors only by the following methods 1 From its AC Adapter Once the external AC adapter is connected the reader is powered up it will remain on until the AC adapter is disconnected and the Battery Pack is charged The reader can be powered regardless of the charge state of the Battery Pack The AC Adapter can be used as a power source even if the Battery Pack has been removed from the device If the AC Adapter has been connected the user may proceed with configuration and performance testing while the Battery Pack is charging This configuration could affect reading performances 2 From its DC power supply cable with alligator clips You can connect your reader to any DC power supply between minimum 12V DC and maximum 28V DC such as a car truck tractor or battery see picture below The reader is connected through the socket located on the back of the reader data power cable as shown in step 2 see chapter Getting Started Connect the black alligator clip to the negative terminal Connect the red alligator clip to the positive terminal 6 Only proposed for Australia New Zealand 23 At the top of the screen the icon of the battery level shows the discharge level as well as the charge level during the charge mode Display Summary Quite
17. ae USER Revision 2 RS420 Portable Stick Reader Description The RS420 reader is a rugged portable hand held scanner and telemeter for Electronic Identification EID ear tags specifically designed for livestock applications The reader fully complies with ISO standards ISO11784 ISO11785 for FDX B and HDX technologies In addition to its tag reading capability the reader can store the ear tag numbers in different working sessions each ear tag being associated with a time date stamp in its internal memory and transmit them to a personal computer via a USB interface an RS 232 interface or a Bluetooth interface The device has a large display which allows you to view the Main Menu and configure the reader to your specifications Packaging list 2 Reader o e eo 3 IECcabe Supply cable topowertheexternaladapter o Z Data Power Cable Conveys external power to reader and serial ESSVEO17 data to and from reader USB flash drive adapter Allows the user to connect an USB stick to E88VEO015 upload or to download data to or from reader User Manual e 4 PEB8VEOI 1 Ear Tags 2 ear tags to demonstrate and test FDX and HDX ESSVEO12 reading capabilities 10 amp 13 Rechargeable Li lon battery Supplies the reader E88VE013 External Power Adapter Powers the reader and charges the battery E88VE016 North America E88VE028 UK E88VE020 other 11 amp 12 drei with its power Charge up to
18. ces Reader to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a scale head or to a Bluetooth enabled device such as scale head or printer This scenario requires that the reader lists the Bluetooth peripherals Go to the menu Bluetooth then the sub menu Select device and select Search new device This will start the Bluetooth scanning The device you want to connect to will be displayed on the reader Use the green button to scroll to the desired device Select the device by depressing the black button on the reader The reader will now connect in MASTER mode 0 o Connect the reader to an USB flash drive USB adapter ref ESSVEOIS5 allows you to connect to an USB Flash Drive Formatted in FAT With this equipment you can import and or export sessions see Note 22 Note 39 Sometimes the Bluetooth authentication have to be enabled disabled on the reader to establish the connection with a remote device See Menu 6 to switch authentication on off Note 40 Your reader can connect to iPhone and iPad Follow instruction above The imported sessions must be a text file named tag txt The first line of the file must be either EID or RFID or TAG The format of the ear tag numbers must be 15 or 16 digits 999000012345678 or 999 000012345678 Example of file tag txt EID 999000012345601 999000012345602 999000012345603 22 Power Management The RS420 uses a 7 4AVDC 2600mAh Li Ion recharge
19. e head or to a Bluetooth enabled device such as scale head or printer These options are discussed in further details below Reader to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a PC or to a Bluetooth enabled PC or PDA This scenario requires that a process called Pairing be undertaken On the reader go to the menu Bluetooth and then select slave in the sub menu select device to remove the previous pairing and allow the reader to return to SLAVE mode 20 Start your PC Bluetooth Manager program or PDA Bluetooth Services Depending on which Bluetooth device your PC is using the Bluetooth Manager may vary in how it pairs a device As a general rule the program should have the option to Add a Device or Discover a Device With the reader turned on select one of these options The Bluetooth program should open a window within one minute showing all Bluetooth enabled devices in the area Click on the device the reader you want to connect to and follow the steps provided by the program The program may ask you to provide a Pass Key for the device As noted in the following example select the option Let me choose my own passkey The default passkey for the reader is Add Bluetooth Device Wizard Welcome to the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard Before proceeding refer to the Bluetooth section of the device documentation Then set up your device so that your computer can Find it
20. een will appear on the display READER NAME 0002 00218 Item Feature Description of use 1 Battery level The battery level shows the fully charged level as well as the charge level during the charge mode see Power Management section Bluetooth connection Indicates Bluetooth connection status see Bluetooth management and Using Bluetooth interface sections for more details Current number of ID codes Number of read and saved ID codes in the current session Clock Clock time in 24 hour mode USB connection Indicates when the reader is connected to a computer via USB port See Using USB interface section for more details Reader name Displays the reader name It appears only upon power on and until a tag is read Number of ID codes Total number of read and saved ID codes in all recorded sessions Note 1 Once activated the reader will stay on for 5 minutes by default if it is powered only by its battery pack Note 2 Depress BOTH buttons for 3 seconds to power off the reader Reading an EID Ear Tag Scanning animals Place the device near the animal identification tag to be read then press the green button in order to activate the reading mode The screen backlight switches on and the red light will be flashing During the reading mode move the reader along the animal to scan the ear tag ID The reading mode remains activated during a programmed duration If the green button is held down
21. enabled Note 11 Data entry lists can be uploaded into the reader using EID Tag Manager PC software or any third party software implementing this feature 1 Scan an animal 2 Choose a value and 3 Data selected are stored validate 982 0001234 982 0001234 00245 s 00245 Male Gender Note 12 Up to four data fields can be used for a given tag If a comparison session is used and contains three data fields only one data entry list can be used Note 13 A list named Default containing numbers 1 2 1s always available Note 14 When a tag is read twice or more the reader will preselect the previously validated data If the data entry is different a duplicate tag is stored in the session with the new data 10 Managing the menu Using the menu With the reader powered on press the black button for over 3 seconds Menu Menu listed after pressing of the black button for over 3 seconds Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the main screen Session Enter into the session management sub menu see Menu 2 Session Bluetooth settings Enter into the Bluetooth management sub menu Bluetooth settings see Menu 6 Read settings Read settings Enter into the reading management sub menu General settings see Menu 8 Reader information General settings Enter into the device settings sub menu see Menu 14 Reader information Gives information about the reader see Menu 17 Note 15
22. ge Do not strike or puncture the battery with other objects or use in any way other than its intended use Do not disassemble or alter the battery Notice The battery should only be charged and discharged using the proper charger supplied by the manufacturer Do not replace the battery with other manufacturer s batteries or different types and or models of batteries such as dry batteries nickel metal hydride batteries or nickel cadmium batteries or a combination of old and new lithium batteries together Do not leave the battery in a charger or equipment if it generates an odour and or heat changes color and or shape leaks electrolyte or cause any other abnormality Do not discharge the battery continuously when it is not charged It is necessary first to fully charge the Battery Pack as described in the section Getting Started before using the reader 25 Accessories for the reader Battery pack fast charger The fast charger indoors use only can charge up to 2 battery packs simultaneously in 3 hours A light indicates the status of each battery charging Green light Red light Charger status Off Off Shutdown Not Charging Standby Blinking Off Normal Charging On Off Complete charge Off On or Blinking Battery fault The battery charger can be placed horizontally or vertically on a table Make sure the battery orientation is correct before insertion into the charger 26 Plastic Carry Case
23. good Medium Slightly depleted but sufficient Depleted Recharge the battery Low battery message will show Reader power instructions Note 41 The reader is designed to operate only with the Battery Pack provided The reader will not operate with individual battery cells of either disposable or rechargeable variety 4 AR CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS Note 42 Do not use this reader near water when connected to the AC DC adapter Note 43 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus that produce heat e Note 44 Do not charge the battery pack from AC main sources during electrical storms or when unused for long periods of time 9 o Note 45 The reader is protected for reverse polarity connections Battery handling instructions Please read and follow the handling instructions for the battery before use Improper use of the battery may cause heat fire rupture and damage or capacity deterioration of the battery 24 A Caution e Mc ES A Do not use or leave the battery in high heat environments for example at strong direct sunlight or in a vehicle in extremely hot weather Otherwise it can overheat ignite or battery performance will be degraded thus shortening its service life Do not use it in a locati
24. ions saved in the reader Files used 18 400 Batt Indicates the battery charge level in percentage Batt 87 17 Connect the reader to a PC This section is meant to describe how to connect the reader to a smartphone or to a personal computer PC The device can connect in 3 ways a wired USB connection a wired RS 232 connection or by a wireless Bluetooth connection Using USB interface The USB port allows the device to send and receive data via a USB connection To establish a USB connection simply connect the reader to a PC with the data power cable Remove the protective cap covering the reader s cable connector and guards the reader against foreign material 1 contamination Install the data power cable by engaging it into the connector and rotating the lock ring 2 Plug the USB extension into a USB port on your computer Note 29 Once the USB cable is connected the reader is automatically powered on and it will remain activated until the cable 1s disconnected The reader will be able to read a tag 1f a sufficiently charged battery is inserted With a depleted battery the reader will not be able to read a tag but will remain on and can only communicate with computer Note 30 The reader cannot read tags if there is no battery and no external power supply Therefore it 1s not possible to read an ear tag although the other functions are fully active Note 31 Install the PC software provided on the CD
25. not supplied Your software supplier will explain how to connect the PDA Note 36 We advise that to achieve successful Bluetooth connection with your reader simply follow the implementation methods listed see the following 9 Note 37 If these implementation methods are not followed the connection may become inconsistent thus causing other reader related errors e Note 38 When Windows 7 installs Bluetooth drivers it 1s normal that the driver for Bluetooth Peripheral Device is not found see picture below Windows cannot install this driver because it corresponds to Apple 1AP service needed to connect with 10S devices iPhone iPad o For reader to PC connection only Standard Serial over Bluetooth link 1s needed jl Driver Software Installation ES Device driver software was not successfully installed Please consult with your device manufacturer for assistance getting this device installed Standard Serial over Bluetooth link COMO J Ready to use Standard Serial over Bluetooth link COM J Ready to use Bluetooth Peripheral Device 3 No driver found What can I do if my device did not install properly Close Bluetooth Known Successful Methods There are 2 scenarios to correctly implement the Bluetooth connection They are as follows 1 Reader to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a PC or to a Bluetooth enabled PC or PDA 2 Reader to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a scal
26. o have a few electronic identification ear tags or implants available for testing It is very important to carry out the three steps described in this section before using the reader see Battery handling instructions section for more information Step 1 Installing the battery pack in the device a Insert the battery in the reader The pack is keyed for proper l installation The stationary key should be up towards the display The battery pack will snap into place when it is properly 2 inserted DO NOT FORCE the battery into the reader If the battery does not insert smoothly verify it is properly orientated Step 2 Charging the battery pack Unscrew the protective cap which guards against foreign material contamination Insert the data power cable by engaging the connector and rotating the lock ring Plug the power cord into the cable socket located at the end of the data power cable Plug the adapter into a power outlet The battery icon 3 indicates the battery pack is in charge with the bars flashing inside the icon It also gives the battery charge level The battery icon will remain in a fix state when charging has finished Charging takes approximately 3 hours 4 Remove the power cord Unplug the adapter from the power outlet and remove the data power cable inserted in the reader Power on off instructions Press the green button on the reader handle to power on the reader The main scr
27. on where static electricity 1s rich otherwise the safety devices may be damaged causing a harmful situation In case the electrolyte gets into the eyes due to the leakage of battery do not rub the eyes Rinse the eyes with clean running water and seek medical attention immediately Otherwise it may injure eyes or cause a loss of sight If the battery gives off an odor generates heat becomes discolored or deformed or in any way appear abnormal during use recharging or storage immediately remove it from the device and place it in a container vessel such as a metal box Power or charge failure may occur due to the poor connection between the battery and the reader if the terminals are dirty or corroded In case the battery terminals are corroded clean the terminals with a dry cloth before use Be aware that discarded batteries may cause fire Tape the battery terminals to insulate them before disposal Warning Do not immerse the battery in water Keep the battery in a cool dry environment during storage periods Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source such as fire or heater When recharging use only the battery charger from manufacturer The battery charge should be realized indoors at a temperature between 0 and 45 C Do not let the battery terminals and contact any metal like ammunition coins metal necklace or hairpins When carried or stored together this may cause short circuit or severe bodily dama
28. pends on different factors use of additional data fields comparison sessions data entry number of ID stored per session 28 Reader physical integrity The device has been built from rugged and durable materials to withstand use in harsh environments for long periods of time However the reader contains electronic components that can be damaged if they are deliberately exposed to extreme abuse This damage can adversely affect or stop the reader s operation The user must avoid deliberately striking other surfaces and objects with the device Damage that results from such handling is not covered by the warranty described below Limited Product Warranty Manufacturer guarantees this product against all defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for a period of one year following the date of purchase The warranty does not apply to any damage resulting from an accident misuse modification or an application other than that described in this manual and for which the device was designed If the product develops a malfunction during the warranty period manufacturer will repair or replace it free of charge The cost of shipment is at the customer s expense whereas return shipment is paid by manufacturer Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the reader has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the a
29. pparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Regulatory information USA Federal Communications Commission FCC This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules 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 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of 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 If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it 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 tuning the equipment off and on the user 1s encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver 1s connected 20 Consult the dealer or an experienced
30. read a new tag which has NOT been previously read during the current session A long beep vibration means that there 1s an alert regarding the tag which has been read see Comparison sessions section for more information Note 4 The date and time stamp and the sound vibration features are options that can be turned on or off according to your specific applications Note 5 The reader can scan when the power cable is attached Each time a tag 1s scanned the identification code is transmitted automatically via the USB cable the RS 232 cable or Bluetooth Read range performances Figure 2 illustrates the reading zone of the reader within which tags can be successfully detected and read Optimum read distance occurs depending upon the orientation of the tag Tags and implant read best when positioned as shown below Figure 2 Optimum Read Distance Tag Orientation Item Eocene Comments 5 Antenna Typical read distances will vary when reading different types of tags In the optimum tag orientation at the end of the reader as shown in Figure 2 the reader will read up to 42cm depending tag type and orientation 4 Except in Canada Tips for efficient reading Tag reader efficiency is often linked with reading distance The device s read distance performance may be affected by the following factors Tag orientation See Figure 2 Tag quality It is normal to find that many common tags from different manufactu
31. rers have different read range performance levels Animal movement If the animal moves too quickly the tag may not be located in the read zone long enough for the ID code information to be obtained Tag type HDX and FDX B tags generally have similar reading distances but environmental factors such as RF interferences may affect overall tag performances Nearby metal objects Metal objects located near a tag or reader may attenuate and distort the magnetic fields generated in the RFID systems therefore reducing the reading distance An example an ear tag against a squeeze chute significantly reduces the read distance Electrical noise interference The operating principle of RFID tags and readers is based on electromagnetic signals Other electromagnetic phenomena such as radiated electrical noise from other RFID tag readers or computer screens may interfere with RFID signal transmission and reception therefore reducing the read distance Tag reader interference Several tags in the reception range of the reader or other readers that emit excitation energy close by may adversely affect reader performance or even prevent the reader from operating Discharged battery pack As the battery pack discharges the power available to activate the field becomes weaker which in turn reduces the read range field Advanced reading features Comparison sessions The reader can be configured to work with a comparison session Working with comparison
32. sessions allows to Display Store additional data for a given ear tag Visual ID medical information The additional data 1s stored 1n the current working session and can be retrieved when downloading the session Generate alerts on animal found not found see Menu 10 Display Store additional data Alert on animal found 982 0001234 00245 XAG02345 ANIMAL FOUND Beefalo gt ist lt SESSION 9 TOTAL 0002 00218 0002 00218 Note 6 Q icon informs that a comparison session is currently active The comparison session 1s displayed between gt lt symbols ex gt My List lt Note 7 amp icon informs that alerts are currently enabled Note 8 Comparison sessions can be uploaded into the reader using EID Tag Manager PC software or any third party software 1mplementing this feature You can change the comparison session using the reader menu see Menu 9 Note 9 When an alert occurs the reader will generate a long beep and vibration Data entry Data entry feature can be enabled to associate one or several information to an animal ID When an animal 1s scanned and the data entry feature 1s enabled a window pops up to select one of the data in the selected data entry list see below Up to 3 lists can be used at the same time for data entry See Menu 11 to select the desired list s or enable disable data entry feature Note 10 E icon informs that data entry feature 1s currently
33. sions longer that 2 meters 6 feet are not recommended for data and power Using Bluetooth interface Bluetooth 9 works on a premise that one end of the communication will be a MASTER and the other a SLAVE The MASTER initiates communications and looks for a SLAVE device to connect to When the reader is in SLAVE mode it can be seen by other devices such as a PC or smartphones Smartphones and computers usually behave as MASTERS with the reader configured as a SLAVE device When the reader is configured as a MASTER it cannot be connected by other devices Readers are typically used in a MASTER mode configuration when it only needs to be paired with a single device such as a scale head PDA or Bluetooth printer The reader is equipped with a Class 1 Bluetooth amp module and is compliant with the Bluetooth Serial Port Profile SPP and the Apple s iPod Accessory Protocol iAP The connection can be in slave mode or in master mode Note 34 Understanding the Bluetooth icon Disabled SIEM eM Master mode Blinking Blinking Fixed ver Bu Bu Notconnected Connected Not connected Connected O Note 35 A single beep is emitted with a visual message when the Bluetooth connection is established Three beeps are emitted with a visual message when the disconnection occurs 5 Operating distance of communication is around 100 m 330 ft 19 If you are using a smartphone or a PDA an application is required
34. unter action can be set as quick action see quick actions menu Menu 13 Menu RFID power mode Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Save power Puts the device in low power consumption with shorter reading distances Full power Puts the device in high power consumption Note 24 When the reader is in Save power mode the reading distances are reduced 15 General settings Menu 14 Menu general settings Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Profiles Recall a profile saved in the reader By default the Back factory settings can be reloaded Profiles Quick action Attribute a second feature to the black button see Menu Quick action 15 General settings Vibrator Vibrator Enable Disable vibrator see Note 20 Buzzer Buzzer Enable Disable audible beeper see Note 21 pec Protocol Select the protocol used by the communication interfaces see Menu 16 Language Select the language English French Spanish or Portuguese Note 25 A profile is a complete set of settings read mode tag storage Bluetooth parameters corresponding to a use case It can be created with EID Tag Manager program and then recalled from the reader menu The user can save up to 4 profiles Menu 15 Menu quick action Sub Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Disabled No feature attributed to the black button Enter menu Fast access to the menu Disabled
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