Setup Guide

CHAPTER 2 READER HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
ALR-9650 HARDWARE SETUP GUIDE
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Requirements
To interface with the RFID Reader you will need the following:
 A PC running Windows 98 or higher, with CD-ROM drive, an available
RS-232 serial port and/or Ethernet connectivity
 Standard 120/220 VAC 50/60 Hz
 Power supply and cord (included with reader)
 Host software (Alien Gateway demo software or your own custom
software)
Specifications
Specifications for key components of the RFID Reader system are provided in
the tables below:
RFID Reader
Name Alien Smartenna
Model Number ALR 9650
Architecture Point-to-multipoint reader network, mono-static circularly polarized
(CP), internal antenna
Operating Frequency 902.75 MHz – 927.25 MHz
Hopping Channels 50
Channel Spacing 500 KHz
Channel Dwell Time < 0.4 seconds
RF Transmitter < 30 dBm into internal antenna and from auxiliary antenna port.
Modulation Method Phase Reversal – Amplitude Shift Keying (PR-ASK)
20 db Modulation Bandwidth < 100 KHz
RF Receiver 2 Channels
Power Consumption 8 Watts
Communications Interface RS-232 (DB-9), TCPI/IP (RJ-45)
Inputs/Outputs 1 internal antenna, 1 auxiliary antenna port, 2 inputs/2 outputs (TTL
compatible), RS-232 com port, LAN, power
Dimensions 9 “ (22.9 cm) x 8.4 “ (21.3 cm) x 2 “ (5.1 cm)
Weight Approximately 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)
Operating Temperature 0°C to +50°C (32 °F to +122°F)
LED Indicators DC Power, RF ON, Read, Fault(red), Link, Active
Software Support APIs, sample code, executable demo app (Alien Gateway)
Protocol Support Comply with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 and 18000 – 6C
Compliance Certifications FCC Part 15; FCCID: P65ALR9650; IOC: 4370A-ALR9650