The Allflex RS320 Stick Reader User Manual
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1. Microsoft Office Tools d i System Tools PY NetMeeting PrintMe Internet Printing Wa Address Book Network and Dial up Connections Startup E calculator Phone Dialer Symantec Client Security F B command Prompt HyperTerminal Tightvnc A WinRAR i Adobe Reader 6 0 amp Internet Explorer Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word ea Outlook Express k Imaging Notepad Paint BS Synchronize EY Windows Explorer C4 WordPad Step 2 Selecting The HyperTerminal Program 36 HyperTerminal comes standard with most windows installation It can also be downloaded free from http www hilgraeve com htpe index html When HyperTerminal has fully loaded you will be asked to input a name for your new connection We ll call this connection Test Connection Description _ x Le New Connection Enter a name and choose an icon for the connection M ame Test Step 3 Starting a new connection Step 4 Next select the COM Port that your Stick Reader is connected to On most computers this will be COM 1 Connect To Enter details for the phone number that you want to dial Country r giorr Australia 61 ii Area code 07 Phone number Connect using Com T Win Modem COM COMS TLPAIP Mingock Step 4 Selecting the right connection 37 21xl Port Settings Bits per second a00 Data bits le Parity None St2. 12VDC Trickle Charger plus the following items 2 extra 9 6 volt battery packs extra serial cable AK320 Battery Pack Fast Charger and 100 240VAC 1I8VDC power supply Enclosed in a rugged plastic case Not proposed for sale in Europe Figure 1 Stick Reader Features and User Interface Data Power Cable Antenna 117 am Fiberglass Tube Encfosure PA Audible Beep Pye DBS Connector ee ide oe oe OR with Power Jack _ RSTLERSIORA oT ap Read Button _ Green LED Indicator i es Readout i a Cable Connector s sent a Ta Re dt OO Sid F 4 s 4 D F 7 4 La T bred Dap al a iD TS F f T wa gt CA wy 3 bE See of A i r 2e y lS y k R 4 3 a we gt a Screw on End ap RE i p T Stick Reader User Interface Figure 1 illustrates the Stick Reader s features that comprise the user interface and that are pertinent to its operation Each feature and its corresponding functional description is described in Table 1 below Table 1 Stick Reader Features and Descriptions of Use Feature Description of Use Antenna Emits activation signal and receives transponder signal Red LED Indicator Iuminates whenever antenna is emitting activation signal when green button is pressed Green LED Indicator Iuminates whenever a transponder has been read Audible Beeper Beeps once on first transponder reading and twice for rep
3. Transponder quality Each manufacturer s transponder differs by a the level of exciter signal energy required for the transponder internal circuits to operate sufficiently b the signal level of the ID code information that is returned to the reader Consequently it is normal to find that common type transponders for example FDX B from different manufacturers have different read range performance levels Animal movement If the animal moves too quickly the reader may not be located in the read zone long enough for the ID code information to be obtained Transponder type HDX transponders generally have larger reading distances than similar sized FD X B transponders Nearby metal objects Metal objects located near a transponder or reader may attenuate and distort the magnetic fields generated in RFID systems and therefore reduce reading distance A good example being the eartag caught in a head bale significantly reduces the read distance Electrical noise interference The operating principle of RFID transponders 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 and therefore reduce reading distance Transponder reader interference Several transponders in the reception range of the reader or other readers that emit excitation energy close by may adversely
4. You should now be ready to start using your stick reader Press the READ button momentarily and observe the red lamp flashes indicating that it 1s receiving power Activating the Stick Reader With the Battery Pack fully charged and installed or with the AC Adapter connected by means of the Data Power Cable the Stick Reader 1s ready to be used To turn on the Stick Reader press the green READ button holding it down until the red and green indicators light and extinguish this is about 4 second duration Note 7 Very brief presses of the READ button will cause the indicators to light but will not be sufficiently long to latch the Stick Reader into its power on state Be sure to hold the READ button down When the Stick Reader is powered up the LCD readout appears as shown below 0000 READY TO READ This power on message indicates that the Stick Reader s internal ID code memory has been cleared and that the Stick Reader is ready to read new tags If the reader has been previously used and ID codes are stored in memory the LCD readout will be as follows Tag counter Tag type 0002 HDXISO 982 000000000001 Manufacturer Country Code ID code HDX ISO indicates standard ISO Half Duplex cattle 982 corresponds to Allflex manufacturer code 12 Display formats for other tag formats other than ISO HDX tags that can be read by the RS320 Stick Reader are shown below for ISO FDX B and industrial HDX coded 0002 FDX
5. affect reader performance or prevent the Stick Reader from operating Discharged battery pack As the battery pack discharges the power available to activate the field becomes weaker and this reduced field results in a reduced reading range 17 ID Code Memory The Stick Reader has an internal non volatile memory that can store 3200 ID codes Non volatile memory means that the data in memory will not be lost even if the battery goes flat Non volatile memory is only cleared by sending a specific command to the reader This is done from software like NLIS Link Australia only or HyperTerminal etc ID codes are stored automatically when they are read A transponder ID code will not be stored several times if the same tag is read successively several times but if the reader is configured by the user to have the Duplicate Search function set to Last Tag It will be stored several times in memory if other tags are read in between When more than 3200 ID codes are read the new ID codes overwrite the oldest ID codes in memory 18 Using the Stick Reader s Serial Data Interface The RS232 serial data interface is available on the RS320 by connecting the detachable Data Power Cable to the Cable Connector located on the Endcap The Stick Reader s Cable Connector is covered with a protective cap to guard against foreign material contamination Remove this cap and install the Data Power Cable by engaging the connector and rota
6. another manufacturer s tag Also some countries use transponders that use Country Coding instead for example Canada In these cases the Country Code is displayed and not the manufacturer s code Note 19 While HDX and FDX B type transponders have an identical format they are guaranteed by Allflex to be unique That is HDX tag type ID numbers are never duplicated in FDX B type tags despite their sharing the same manufacturer ID code 982 For HDX Industrial coded tags the output format is LR_0006_00000000185 14348 CR HLF In this tag format the prefix LR represents line mode industrial coded read only tag 0006 is an application code unique to Allflex and the last 16 digits comprise a unique identifying number sequence Industrial tags are not used in regulatory animal identification schemes such as the NLIS in Australia NAIT in NZ etc This information is supplied only for users of tags with non animal applications such as asset tracking etc The above default formats can be changed using the Allflex Configurator software which is on the CDROM or the Stick Reader Configuration Program which is obtained by contacting Allflex Australia only 21 Using Bluetooth The CM301 is an endcap for the reader that contains a Bluetooth module The CM301 Bluetooth module see page 36 allows the RS320 to send and receive data wirelessly via a Bluetooth connection To make Blueto
7. charged condition Battery orientation PW250 Battery Pack The PW250 Battery Packs are portable power sources typically used for the older version RS250 Grey Allflex Stick Reader These batteries can also be used to power the RS320 Stick Reader The PW250 provides power for approximately 4000 read cycles It can be fully recharged in 10h and only requires 2 5h to be recharged to 80 capacity 3 Le RS320 Stick Not supplied Reader 33 Removable curly serial cables Spare serial cables exist in 3m lengths Stick Reader PC not supplied Plastic Carry Case Durable Plastic Carry Case is available as an optional extra or is included in the Premium Kit Package 34 Serial Command Language This section is designed for the use of programmers and advanced users The instructions listed in Table 4 describe some of the basic and more frequently used configuration options It illustrates how to implement them using the Stick Reader Serial Command Language in conjunction with HyperTerminal The Command Language method uses upper and lower case alpha characters combined with hexadecimal characters to establish the Reader s configuration Table 4 Frequently used command language characters Command Application P The reader s current settings are sent in command language format Bnnnnnn Configures the ID code serial data format Snn Sets serial data communication parameters Inn Sets the misce
8. the same manner unless the scale head is externally powered from a car battery or AC charger Otherwise the yellow reader must have its own charged battery inserted Note 1 The RS320 Stick Reader is designed to operate only with the Battery Pack provided The RS320 will not operate with individual battery cells of either disposable or rechargeable variety CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS Not proposed for sale in Europe gt Pe Note 2 Do not use this apparatus near water when connected to AC DC adapter Note 3 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Note 4 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time AC Adapter The RS320 Stick Reader can be powered using its AC Adapter Charger 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 Stick Reader 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 A Note 5 The Stick Reader s integral Battery Pack is affected by temperature At 0 C 32 F the Battery Pack will deliver only about half of it
9. time a tag is scanned according the Stick Reader configuration send repeats do not send repeats or send upon re read the number can be transmitted or not out of the serial data cable Bluetooth ports if it 1s a duplicate Using the function menu A menu 1s available on the Stick Reader that groups together 4 functions These four functions are used e To reset the tag counter to zero e To create a New Animal Grouping New Animal Group Field a line of zeros 000000000000 e To reset the Stick Reader configuration Factory Settings e To enable Bluetooth 14 To access the menu double click on the green READ button when the Stick Reader is awake Press the READ button quickly to switch to the next menu function To execute a menu function whilst the menu function you require is displayed New Animal Group for example press and hold down the READ button for 5 seconds A countdown appears at the bottom right of the LCD readout and is accompanied by a beep The function is only executed once the countdown has reached 0 and a long beep is sounded A confirmation message is then displayed on the readout NEW ANIMAL RESET GROUP COUNTER BY LONG BY LONG PRESS PRESS RESET CONFIG BY LONG PRESS ENABLE BLUETOOTH FIRMWARE QUIT BY LONG VERSION MENU PRESS To quit the menu press the READ button quickly when the last function is displayed on the readout or simply wait a few seconds N
10. 1 to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a scale head 2 RS320 CM301 to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a Computer Serial Port 3 RS320 CM301 to a Bluetooth enabled computer 4 RS320 CM301 With Hardware ON OFF switch to a Bluetooth enabled PDA Palm Top Computer Portable Data Assistant 5 RS320 CM301 to a dedicated Bluetooth device such as printer These options are discussed in further detail below 1 RS320 CM301 to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a scale head Stock Weigh Electronic Scale Head Bluetooth Module connected to serial port This scenario requires that a process called Pairing be undertaken This requires the Allflex Configurator software to configure the reader to correctly link to the Bluetooth module connected to the scale head Most Allflex offices pre match readers to Bluetooth adapters prior to dispatch If your RS320 and Bluetooth adapter have not been set up for you or have lost their pairing Allflex Configurator Software will be required to complete the Pairing Process Depending upon the country Allflex Configurator Software will either be supplied on a specific Configurator CD supplied with the reader or included on other CD s such as NLIS Link in Australia Install the Configurator Software The scale head serial port must supply power on pin 9 Please contact your Allflex reseller for this specific Bluetooth module 23 Connect the wand to the PC v
11. 2 V1 3 1 2006 04 Radio Spectrum EN 300 328 V1 6 1 2004 11 Radio Spectrum EN 60 950 1 2001 Safety EN 50 364 2001 Health Allflex Europe has an internal production control system that ensures compliance between the manufactured products and the technical documentation March 6 2007 Dominique BOIRON Allflex Europa RFID Director 43 Allflex Offices Allflex Europe UK Ltd Unit 6 8 Galalaw Business Park HAWICK United Kingdom TD9 8PZ Phone 44 0 1450 364120 Fax 44 0 1450 364121 www allflex co uk Allflex USA Inc P O Box 612266 2805 East 14th Street Dallas Ft Worth Airport Texas 75261 2266 United States of America 800 989 TAGS 8247 972 456 3686 972 456 3882 FAX www allflexusa com Allflex International Do Brasil Ltda Rua Monte serrat 1097 CEP 03312 001 Tatuape SP Brazil Phone Fax 55 11 6942 7008 www allflex com br Allflex Beijing Plastics No 3 Heng Qu Tiao Dong Tie Jiang Ying Feng Tai District Beijing China 100078 Phone 861 762 9541 Fax 861 762 9514 Allflex New Zealand Private Bag 11003 17 El Prado Drive Palmerston North Phone 64 6 3567199 Fax 64 6 3553421 www allflex co nz Allflex Europe S A ZI DE Plague Route des Eaux 35502 Vitre France T l phone Phone 33 0 2 99 75 77 00 T l copieur Fax 33 0 2 99 75 77 64 www allflex europe com Allflex S A Boulder 2820 Wilderness Place Suite A Boulder Colorado 80301 United States of Americ
12. B ISO 0014 TIRIS 2048 982 009101723121 0000000000053925 Note 8 Each ID Code is stored internally in the Stick Reader s non volatile memory until the user deliberately erases the stored ID codes after downloading them into a recording device such as NLIS Link Australia only or a PC database Up to 3200 ID codes can be stored and retrieved later at the user s convenience tags Note 9 The Tag Counter feature on the LCD readout can be reset to zero at any time by double clicking the READ button and observing the LCD s display Reset Counter Depressing the READ button again for 5 seconds while this message is displayed on the screen will force the Tag Counter to reset to the value 0000 Resetting the Tag Counter does not alter the ID codes previously read and stored in the Stick Reader s internal memory Sn Note 10 The Stick Reader provides a New Animal Group Function that inserts a line of all zeroes into the list of RFID numbers stored This is used to separate mobs of stock in the memory Each time you wish to insert a New Animal Group you simply access the option via the menu 2 quick button presses and trigger it by depressing the button for 5 seconds while the New Animal Group message is displayed Inserting a New Animal Group will not reset counter Reset counter manually if required CN Note 11 The Stick Reader will scan for duplicate tag numbers in a list
13. The Allflex RS320 Stick Reader User Manual EID_UM_07M1 1_EN Allflex EID Readers with Dynamic Tuning Network Congratulations for your acquisition of an Allflex EID reader This device is equipped with the new DTN Dynamic Tuning Network technology an exclusive Allflex innovation patent pending The DTN Dynamic Tuning Network technology provides a significant improvement of reader performance in several areas including improved tag signal reception better noise immunity and increased read distance This is obtained by dynamically optimizing the electrical characteristics of the reader antenna during tag activation and reception cycles Unpacking The Allflex RS320 Stick Reader is offered for sale in several package types depending on the country of purchase Please refer to local websites brochures to explain the specific package offered locally As an example Australia and New Zealand offer Standard and Premium Kit packages The standard RS320 kit is shipped in a cardboard shipping box and includes RS320 Reader Instruction Guide 1 x 9 6 Volt DC NiMH rechargeable battery pack 100 240VAC 12VDC Trickle Charger Power Data Cable Allflex Stick Reader ConfiguratorO CD ROM or NLIS Link software CD ROM Australia only 5 metre power supply with alligator clips Snap hook The Premium Kit is shown below and includes all of the items above except the 100 240VAC
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15. chnologies Tab It is recommended that the TIME ON setting in the Operational Tab also be set to ALWAYS ON It may also be necessary to adjust the data string being sent to some printers to get the correct data onto the label In the case of the Zebra QL320 printer shown we set the COMMAND PROMPT in the ID Code Format Tab to NO PROMPT default value 30 NOTES 31 Optional accessories for the RS320 Stick Reader CM301 Bluetooth Module The Bluetooth module provides wireless communication between the RS320 and a Bluetooth compatible device The maximum range of this wireless link could reach 100 m depending on the environment if allowed by the matching Bluetooth compatible device This device contains FCC ID POOWML C30XX and is approved in accordance to R amp TTE directive transmitter module marked by CE product label manufactured by MITSUMI incorporated to OEM module Allfiex Bluetooth Module for R3320 Mode Ne CM301 Part No 220033001 SN C016 02542 Bluetoot PC Bluetooth option not supplied PW320 Battery Pack The PW320 Battery Pack is used to supply power to all versions of the RS320 Stick Reader 32 AK320 Battery pack fast charger The AK320 fast charger 1s used to charge up to 3 PW320 Battery Packs simultaneously in 2 hours A flashing light indicates rapid charging mode A flashing light indicates charge is less than 85 and not in trickle charge fully
16. containing the last 100 tags scanned This number 100 can be altered to I scan lesser values such as 25 50 75 or up to as many as all the tags in memory This is done using Allflex Stick Reader Configurator Software or by contacting Allflex Support When a New Animal Group is initiated duplicate search is also reset 13 ES Note 12 Once activated the reader will remain activated for 30 seconds This is the default value and can be configured from 1 second to 255 l seconds or to Always On These changes are achieved using Allflex Configurator software Reading eartags When a tag is successfully read the tag s ID code information appears on the LCD readout For non duplicate tag readings the tag counter will be incremented and the ID code is automatically stored in the Stick Reader s internal memory Tag numbers that are read as duplicates are not stored in memory and the counter is not incremented This means if you scan a tag twice within the Duplicate Search Limit of 100 scans it will be stored originally but not the second time If you scan the same tag twice outside the Duplicate Search Limit of 100 tags the number will be stored twice and the counter will be incremented for both scans The Stick Reader s green LED indicator flashes and the buzzer will sound for every scan A single flash beep occurs the first time a tag is read and a double flash beep indication occurs for duplicate tag reading Every
17. der and read test Press the Green Button to Wake Up the 000 READY TO reader from Sleep Mode READ After the reader is awake Press the button to read a tag Typical read 30cm for HDX sheep tags 39cm for HDX cattle tags Read zone 30 39 11 8 15 2 l E C o ZIN IDTAG n Some IDTAG gt 3s Noma READING READING DETECTED When the button is depressed the red lamp will flash indicating that it is looking for a tag Keep the green button depressed and when a tag is detected the green light will flash and the reader will emit a beeping sound The display will show the Tag number and the Count Stick Reader Power Supply Power Source Requirements The RS320 Stick Reader contains a 9 6VDC 720mAh NiMH rechargeable battery pack which serves as its primary power source Alternately the RS320 can be powered e From its external AC Adapter Charger Via the serial cable e Via the power supply cable with alligator clip in conjunction with any external DC power source Input Rating 9 12 VDC 1A e By connecting to older model battery packs PW250 that were used with the Grey RS250 Allflex Stick Reader Special Notes Regarding Power Requirements The older RS250 Grey stick readers can be powered by connecting directly to some weigh scale heads without the battery pack The RS320 Yellow requires a higher voltage level than most scales produce and hence cannot be used in
18. eat Item is internal to enclosure and cannot be seen Green READ Button Data Power Cable DB9 Connector w DC Power Jack Fiberglass Tube Screw on Endcap Handle Grip Cable Connector Applies power and causes activation signal to be emitted for reading transponder Conveys external power to Reader and serial data to and from Reader Connects serial data to PC scale head or data logger RS232 port Accepts 12 VDC input as Reader power source Rugged watertight enclosure Provides access to battery compartment Rubber anti slip gripping surface Electrical interface for attaching Data Power Cable Preparing for use In order to proceed it is necessary first to fully charge the Battery Pack as described below and to have an few electronic identification eartags available for testing It is very important to carry out the following three steps before A using the Stick Reader Step 1 Installing the battery pack in the Stick Reader Align the batteries arrows line up with buttons Step 2 Trickle charging the battery pack Applicable to the Standard Kit The Rapid Charger is available as an optional accessory or as a standard item in a Premium Kit package Rapid Charger charged to 85 in 2hrs Applicable to the standard 720mAh batteries If larger batteries are offered in the future charge time will extend in proportion IE A 1000mAH would be around 3 hrs Step 3 Activating the RS320 Stick Rea
19. er Allflex FDX B LW 26 4mm 32cm Memory 3200 ID tags in a non volatile memory User interface 2 x 16 characters backlit readout Red LED Exciter active Audible beeper and green LED Good Read One Press to Read push button Comm Interfaces RS232 Serial Data Port 9600 N 8 1 1m coiled cable Bluetooth optional Comm data format Decimal or hexadecimal in ASCII format Features Retagging counter and user code management Software upgradeable via RS232 Serial Port Battery pack Internal removable rechargeable 9 6V NiMH battery pack Power supply Input 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Output 12VDC 1 5A Temperature range 10 C to 55 C Yellow fiberglass tube enclosure and black ABS plastic L x D 600 x 32mm or 450 x 32mm Weight 60cm model 660g 23 ounces 45cm model 570g 20 ounces Certifications EID_TS070002 Rev 1 1 Using charged battery CE eg Ref SE 49151 FE Part 15 209 Subpart C FCC ID NOY 930041 These specifications may vary depending on the technical improvements ISO 11784 amp 11785 Measured in a clean environment no metallic object at less than 2 meters devices generating radiated emissions are kept away from the reader EID tags are placed in best orientation and have a resonance frequency at 134 2 kHz 4 This device complies with the standards set forward by the International Standardization Organization Specifically with standards 11784 Radio frequency identificat
20. ia the serial cable and computer serial port Start the Configurator software and turn on the reader The reader s current settings will appear on the screen If they don t click on Get Settings e The Configurator has several TABS across the top section e Select the Wireless Technologies screen by clicking on the Wireless Technologies Tab e The Stick Reader settings must be set to the following Power Module ON Connection Mode MASTER Device Pairing ON Pairing Slave ID use the address code found on the small label on the Bluetooth Adapter that attaches to the scale head The code will usually look something like this OOOBCE0076A3 O O O le Allflex Stick Reader Configurator 2 71 Fie Reader Communication view Help L m EM Get Settings 5 Ge a Start Reading Configurator Communication COM 1 9600 Baud 8 Data Bits No Parity z ra Tag Detection Protocol G ID Code Format if LOD amp Communication Wireless Technologies General Settings Power Module On Bluetooth Settings Connection Mode Device Pairing Pairing Slave ID OO OA 34 133 02127 Assigned Name Stick Reader Y3 Readers Bluetooth ID 00 40 96 12 C3 E5 433 MHz Wireless Settings RF Channel Channel 0 433 19 MHz RF Power Tag Read R5320 Stick Reader Hardware 3 00 Software 5 08 Protocol 2 40 Memory OO00 S203 Online 24 ris Select the Operational Tab af it is hidden on you
21. iagram To Stick Reader DB9 F Serial output data appears on the Stick Reader s TxD pin 2 connection in ASCII format which is compatible with most PC terminal emulator programs such as HyperTerminal Table 3 Default Serial Data ID Code Formats Tag Type Default Format HDX ISO LA_982_000001088420 CR LF HDX Industrial LR_0006_00000000185 14243 CR LF FDX B ISO LA_982_ 000000255895 CR LF Note _ space CR carriage return LF line feed Interpreting Tag ID Code Information Table 3 lists the default data formats that are transmitted from the Stick Reader s serial communications port in response to reading compatible type tags For ISO type tags there is no contextual differentiation between HDX and FDX B outputs Both types of tags produce a default format LA_982_000001088420 CR LF Where the underscore _ represents a space character and CR LF is a carriage return line feed unprinted invisible control characters which cause a PC s display cursor to jump to the beginning of the next line prior to displaying the next ID number 20 In the above data output the prefix LA represents line mode animal coded read only tag 982 is the Allflex manufacturer number assigned by an international organization called ICAR The last 12 digits comprise a unique number sequence for the particular tag being read Note 18 The manufacturer code 982 will be different for
22. ion of animals Code Structure 11785 Radio frequency identification of animals Technical Concept FCC ID NOY 930041 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following 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 Trademark Notices HyperTerminal is a registered trademark of Hilgraeve Inc MS Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Inc Configurator is a registered trademark of Allflex USA Inc Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc 42 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 Plague 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 RS320 3 XX XX can be 45 or 60 CM301 optional 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 EN 301 489 3 V1 4 1 2002 08 EMC EN 301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 08 EMC EN 300 330
23. llaneous options r Resends the last tag read R Initiates reading the Stick Reader must already be powered up G Retrieves all the ID codes stored in memory Mnn Sets ID code memory options C Enter Clears the ID code memory or H Retrieves the list of valid command language characters Note 22 For commands followed by n hexadecimal characters the user must press the Enter key on the PC after entering all the command characters Enter does not need to be pressed for single letter commands except as indicated in Table 1 For more details about the parameter n the user should contact Allflex 35 Connecting and Testing the Stick Reader Using Hyper Terminal Step 1 Connect the serial cable to the computers COM port COMI is the most common port used Step Connecting to COM port 1 Step 2 Launch HyperTerminal by going to the START button then to Programs then to accessories then to Communications and finally click on the HyperTerminal icon to launch the program My Network Places Recycle Bin Enterprise New Office Document Open Office Document iS Set Program Access and Defaults Programs Documents Settings Search Help Run Log OFF PIMWILLL Shut Down Fey Accessories Allfles Jasc Software Label Wizard T d Accessibility i Alan Communications k En Entertainment J HyperTerminal k Games k i Internet Connection Wizard
24. ontains 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 Stick Reader Damage that results from such handling is not covered by the warranty described below Limited Product Warranty Allflex 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 Allflex will repair or replace it free of charge The cost of shipment is at the customer s expense whereas return shipment is paid by Allflex Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus 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 apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 40 SPECIFICATIONS Operating frequency 134 2 kHz Tag compatibility HDX FDX B Reading distance Allflex HDX HP 30mm 39cm Allflex FDX B HP 31mm 34cm vach Allflex HDX LW 26 4mm 30cm OAC adapt
25. op bits Fr Flow contrat Nowe xl Restore Defaults cat ios Step 5 Setting up your connection properties Step 5 Click on the RESTORE DEFAULTS button to set the Baud Rate etc to 9600 8 None 1 None Notice the caption and time label down the bottom left hand corner of the screen showing the status of the connection it Connected 0 00 09 38 If you wish to disconnect or re connect at any time you can use the two buttons in the top left corner of your HyperTerminal Window Fie Edit View Cal Tra Step 6 Next be sure that your Stick Reader is turned on and press the READ button Bring a tag into the read zone Observe the green light briefly flash indicating a successful read The HyperTerminal window should now display the ID code for the tag just scanned Test HyperTerminal File Edit View Cal Transfer LA 982 000004926064 Even if the user intends to use a program other than Hyper Terminal completing the steps above ensure that a the Stick Reader s operation and communication is verified and b the user becomes familiar with the basic operation of both the Stick Reader and HyperTerminal as a backup application to other specific data transfer such as NLIS Link Australia only 39 Stick Reader physical integrity The Stick Reader has been built from rugged and durable materials to withstand use in harsh environments for long periods of time However the Stick Reader c
26. ote 13 Function execution 1s cancelled if the READ button 1s released before the countdown reaches 0 Note 14 The Stick Reader automatically closes the menu if no action occurs for 3s It is impossible to read a tag when the menu is activated 15 Read Range Performance Figure 2 1llustrates the read zone of the Stick 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 Best Orientation Table 2 lists typical read distances that can be expected when reading different types of Allflex eartags in the optimum tag orientation at the end of the Stick Reader as shown in Figure 2 Table 2 Typical Read Distances for Various Allflex Eartags Tag Type Using charged battery pack HDX HP Eartag NLIS Cattle Tag 39 cm or 15 5 inches FDX B HP Eartag 34 cm or 13 5 inches HDX LW Eartag Sheep Swine 30 cm or 12 inches FDX B LW Eartag Sheep Swine 32 cm or 12 5 inches 16 Factors that affect read range performance Tag reader efficiency 1s often linked with reading distance The Stick Reader s read distance performance 1s affected by the following factors Transponder orientation To obtain maximum reading distance the axes of the transponder and reader antenna coils must be optimally orientated as shown in Figure 2
27. oth operate you need to connect the Bluetooth reader with another Bluetooth enabled device like a PDA hand held computer computer or a Bluetooth dongle that is attached to a scale head as shown below If you are using a PDA or computer you will require software Not supplied by Allflex Your software supplier will explain how to connect the PDA or your computer to the Scale Head Allflex Reader Bluetooth Module connected to serial port Bluetooth works on a premise that one end of the communications will be a MASTER and the other a SLAVE The MASTER initiates communications and looks for a SLAVE device it has been connected to PDAs and computers usually behave as MASTERS WARNING When used in the appropriate manner and setup correctly Bluetooth offers an excellent method of cable free data transfer However Bluetooth can also be made far too complex by some users Allflex advises that to achieve successful implementation of Bluetooth with our RS320 reader users are specifically requested to follow the simple implementation methods listed following If these implementation methods are not followed Allflex cannot guarantee that implementation will not be problematic This means the Bluetooth connection may become inconsistent thus causing other reader related errors 22 Bluetooth Known Successful Methods There are 5 scenarios to correctly implement Bluetooth These are 1 RS320 CM30
28. power 25 e Bluetooth symbol will appear next to the counter on the top left hand side of the stick reader display indicating it is connected Data should now transfer from the wand to the scale head when you scan a tag Note 20 the Bluetooth settings are saved in the WAND not the Bluetooth endcap For example if you configure a wand to talk to a specific Bluetooth receiver adapter you can swap the Bluetooth endcap on the reader and the system will continue to work as expected If you swap the wand however the connection will not work unless you program the new wand to connect to the Bluetooth adapter attached to the scale head The settings are stored in the reader memory The settings are NOT applied to the CM301 Bluetooth module until the module is fitted to the reader and it is powered up At this point the screen will say Configuring Bluetooth Module Note 21 Because you have set the TIME ON setting to ALWAYS ON the only way to power the reader down is to unscrew the endcap and allow the battery to momentarily detach 26 2 RS320 CM301 to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a Computer Serial Port Not for sale Under this scenario a Bluetooth adapter is used in the same manner as in the previous scenario however as you will see the Bluetooth Adapter cable is different This cable allows the adapter to be connected to the serial port of a computer using the DB9 connector and also to
29. r screen click on the left arrow button which is to the right of the word Wireless on the Wireless Technologies Tab Allflex Stick Reader Configurator 71 Fie Reader Communication View Help E E AY cet Settings 2 Start Reading Configurator Communication COM 1 9600 Baud Data Bits Mo Parity k Sa Tag Detection Protocol Fa ID Code Format LOD amp Communication Wireless Technologies General Settings Power Module On Bluetooth Settings Pairing Slave ID 000A SASS Del Assigned Name Stick Reader 3 Readers Bluetooth ID 00 40 96 12 C3 E5 433 MHz wireless Settings RF Channel Channel 0 433 19 MHz Tag Read R5320 Stick Reader Hardware Y3 00 Software 5 06 Protocol 2 40 Memory 0000 3203 Online Change the TIME ON setting to be ALWAYS ON Click on APPLY SETTINGS button Make sure the button turns grey keep clicking until it does turn grey Detach the curly serial cable and unscrew the serial end cap off the reader Attach the Bluetooth End Cap and turn the reader on You will see a message that the Reader 1s Configuring the Bluetooth If the message is very brief power down and restart the reader Make sure the Bluetooth adapter is attached to the correct port of your scale head CON2 on a Tru Test XR Also ensure the XR is powered up Note If the Bluetooth Receiver adapter is not plugged into CON2 on an XR it will not work as this is where it receives
30. receive power from the computer using the USB cable The reader Bluetooth configuration is exactly the same as the previous scenario The software on the computer should be set to connect to the reader via the serial port as if there was a cable in place This scenario also allows computers to be used that are not Bluetooth enabled 27 3 RS320 CM301 to a Bluetooth enabled computer The reader should be a SLAVE PAIRING OFF TIME ON ALWAYS ON Configured using the Allflex Stick Reader Configurator program Tips Sometimes a PIN code is required to connect the Stick Reader RS320 RF Bluetooth to the PC PDA In such case the PIN code to use is case sensitive 28 4 RS320 CM301 With Hardware ON OFF switch to a Bluetooth enabled PDA Palm Top Computer Portable Data Assistant To Be Advised 29 5 RS320 CM301 to a dedicated Bluetooth device such as printer Under this scenario the Allflex Configurator software is used to set the Power Module ON Connection Mode MASTER Device Pairing ON Pairing Slave ID Use the ID HEX Code for the Bluetooth module of the printer Sometimes this is not written on the device One way to find the address for the Bluetooth printer is to use a computer or PDA with Bluetooth and discover the printer and then view the Details Once you know the address enter it into the Pairing Slave ID field All the settings above are in the Wireless Te
31. s rated energy capacity At lower temperatures the Battery Pack may deliver unsatisfactory performance When the RS320 Stick Reader is used in low temperature environments connection to an external power source such as the Allflex PW250 Battery Pack and placement of this external Battery Pack close to the user s body is recommended A Note 6 To ensure proper Battery Pack charging charging should be conducted only in an environment where the temperature is between 15 C and 30 C 60 F to 85 F Charging at temperatures outside these boundaries will result in unsatisfactory charge acceptance by the Battery Pack For more information about the characteristics of rechargeable batteries please see the white paper at http www national com appinto power files f19 pdf page 1 10 Power supply cable with alligator cable You can connect your stick reader to any 12V DC power supply such as a car truck tractor or motorbike battery The Stick Reader is connected through the socket located on the back of the Stick Readers data cable as shown in step 2 The reader 1s protected for reverse polarity connections Not proposed for sale in Europe 11 Step 1 Connect the black alligator clip to the negative terminal Connect the red alligator clip to the positive terminal Step 2 Connect the other end of the battery cable into the power socket located at the end of the Stick Readers data cable Step 3
32. ting the lock ring The RS232 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 Figure 3 illustrates the power and data wiring of the Power Jack and Data Connector This interface is factory configured with the default settings of 9600 bits second no parity 8 bits word and 1 stop bit 9600N81 These parameters can be changed by using the options included in the Configurator program Note 15 The RS320 Stick Reader is provided with the connectorized endcap and detachable Data Power cable in its standard configuration Note 16 The Stick Reader RS232 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 Stick Reader is connected to other equipment that 1s wired as DCE also such as a Palm Pilot or Pocket PC a null modem adapter is required in order to properly cross wire transmit and receive signals so that communications can occur Note 17 The Stick Reader s serial data connection can be extended using a standard DB9M to DB9F extension cable Extensions longer than 20 meters 65 feet are not recommended for data and extensions longer that 2 meters 6 feet are not recommended for data and power 19 Figure 3 Stick Reader Power Jack and Data Connector Wiring D
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