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Allflex EID Readers with Dynamic Tuning NetworkTM 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 NetworkTM” technology provides a significant improvement of reader performance in several areas, including improved tag signal reception, better noise immunity and increased read distance.
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION RFID compatibility: Description: User interface: ISO 11784 & 11785 HDX and FDX-B Portable handheld fibreglass tube enclosure with rubber handle grip One “Press to Read” activation button Red LED “Exciter Active” visual indicator Audible beeper and green LED “Good Read” – Visual indicator 2x16-character LCD readout for tag number, type and counter RS232 serial data port Software upgradeable via the RS232 serial port RS232 serial port: 1200 BPS to 57.
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 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 Stick Reader.
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. 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.
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 using the Stick Reader.
HyperTerminal® comes standard with most windows installation. It can also be downloaded for free from http://www.hilgraeve.com/htpe/index.html Step 2: Trickle Charging the battery pack. (applicable to the Standard Kit) When HyperTerminal® has fully loaded you will be asked to input a name for your new connection. We‟ll call this connection “Test”.
Step 3: Activating the RS320 Stick Reader and read test Connecting And Testing The Stick Reader Using HyperTerminal® Press the Green Button to “Wake Up” the reader from Sleep Mode. Step 1 - Connect the serial cable to the computers COM port (COM1 is the most common port used). After the reader is awake – Keep the button depressed to read a tag. 4 Typical read = 20cm for sheep tags and 35cm for cattle tags Read zone 20 / 35cm Step 1 – Connecting to comm.
Serial Command Language Stick Reader Power Supply 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.
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. Note 3 - The Stick Reader‟s integral Battery Pack is affected by temperature.
AK320 Battery pack fast charger Using Your Backup Battery Cable The AK320 fast charger is used to charge up to 3 PW320 Battery Packs simultaneously in 2 hours. 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 is protected for reverse polarity connections.
Activating the Stick Reader Optional accessories for the RS320 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 is 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, and until the beeper stops sounding (this is about ¼ second duration).
NOTES: 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 tags. 0013 FDX-B ISO: 982 009101723121 0014 HDX-I:2048 0000000000053925 Note 6 - 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) or a PC database.
Reading eartags 5. RS320+ CM301 to a dedicated Bluetooth device. such as printer. 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.
4. RS320 BT (With Hardware ON / OFF switch) to a Bluetooth enabled PDA (Palm Top Computer / Portable Data Assistant) 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 Be Advised. Under this scenario, a specifically modified CM301 Bluetooth endcap is modified to include an ON / OFF switch and LED indicator.
Read Range Performance 3. RS320BT to a Bluetooth enabled computer. Figure 2 illustrates 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. Please call Allflex.
2. RS320BT to a Bluetooth adapter connected to a Computer Serial Port. Factors that affect read range performance Tag reader efficiency is often linked with reading distance. The Stick Reader's read distance performance is 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.
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. A 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. ID Code Memory The Stick Reader has an internal non-volatile memory that can store 3099 ID codes.
Using the Stick Reader’s Serial Data Interface Select the OPERATIONAL Tab (if it is hidden on your screen, click on the left arrow button which is to the right of the word “Wireless” on the Wireless Tab. 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.
Figure 3 - Stick Reader Power Jack and Data Connector Wiring Diagram Start the Configurator software and turn on the reader. The readers current settings will appear on the screen. If they don‟t click on Get Settings. 2 2.5mm Coaxial Jack DB9(F) Connect the wand to the PC via the serial cable and computer serial port.
Bluetooth – Known Successful Methods There are 4 scenarios to correctly implement Bluetooth. These are:1. RS320+CM301 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.
For HDX Industrial coded tags, the output format is: LR_0006_0000000018514348{CR}{LF} 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.
