Customer manual LFM LP Reader Rev.1.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 2 of 119 0. Table of contents 0. Table of contents 2 1. Introduction 5 2. Version history 7 3. Used abbreviations and designations 7 4. General instructions 8 5. Safety instructions and warnings 9 5.5.1 Regulations and certifications 14 6. Functional description 15 6.2.4 Test module 16 6.3.1 Top view 17 6.4.1 6.4.2 6.4.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 3 of 119 34 9. Operating 9.2.1 9.2.2 9.2.3 General Automatic protocol detection Triggered protocol change 34 34 34 10. ASCI-I1 Communication protocol 36 10.4.1 10.4.2 10.4.3 10.4.4 10.4.5 10.4.6 10.4.7 10.4.8 10.4.9 10.4.10 10.4.11 10.4.12 10.4.13 10.4.14 10.4.15 10.4.16 10.4.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 12. Service and Troubleshooting 13. Disassembly and storage HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 4 of 119 115 119 Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 5 of 119 LFM LP Reader 1. Introduction These operating instructions correspond with the "Radio and Telecommunications Terminal. Equipment Act and Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) " These operating instructions are intended for the operator who must pass these on to the personnel responsible for installation, connection, use, and repairs of the machine.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 6 of 119 LFM LP Reader Using the device The device is exclusively used to read and write passive LF transponders. Any other use of the machine or any use beyond its intended purpose is considered non -intended and thus improper. In this case, the device safety and the device protection provided may be compromised. HERMOS AG is not liable for damages resulting from such use.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 7 of 119 LFM LP Reader 2. Version history Version Date Author Amendments 1.1 26.09.2018 HERMOS AG RK Initial version of customer documentation 1.2 16.11.2018 HERMOS AG RK FCC, additional Parameters 3.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 8 of 119 LFM LP Reader 4. General instructions All previous versions of this document lose their validity with the issue of this version. We compiled the information in this document according to the best of our ability. HERMOS AG does not guarantee the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in this document and is also not liable for consequential damages based on faulty or incomplete information.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 9 of 119 LFM LP Reader 5. Safety instructions and warnings Scope and symbols Follow the general safety instructions as well as special safety instructions included in the chapters. The unit was built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognised safety regulations.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 10 of 119 LFM LP Reader 5.2.1 Mandatory signs Observe additional information Use safety goggles Wear ear protection Wear safety shoes Important note 5.2.2 5.2.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 11 of 119 LFM LP Reader 5.2.4 Other signs Dispose of packaging material according to rules and regulations Recycling Obligations 5.3.1 Operator’s obligations A safe condition and use of the unit is a requirement for a safe operation of the unit.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 12 of 119 LFM LP Reader 5.3.2 Responsibilities of operating personnel The operating personnel are obligated to contribute to th e prevention of work accidents and their consequences by their personal conduct. Risk of injury due to insufficient personnel qualifications WARNING 5.3.3 There are dangers to personnel and the proper operation due to inadequately qualified personnel.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 13 of 119 LFM LP Reader Residual risks Despite all precautionary measures taken, there may still be residual risks that are not apparent. Adhering to the safety instructions, the intended use, and the product manual as a whole can reduce residual risks. DANGER Danger caused by electrical current Electrical residual energy remains in lines, equipment and devices after shutting down the device.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 14 of 119 LFM LP Reader Read and understand all safety and operating instructions prior to installing and operating the device. This documentation was written for specifically trained personnel. The installation, operation and error handling may only be carried out by specifically trained personnel. Keep these instructions.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 15 of 119 6. Functional description General information LF reading devices are radio frequency identification systems that use radio transmission to read or write data of LF transponders (134,2 kHz), which operate as tamper -proof electronic tags. The LF reading devices communicate with common transponders according to ISO 18000-2 and ISO 11785 that are available on the market.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM Version 1.2 LP Reader 15.01.2019 Page 16 of 119 (inventory/reading) can be defined with the parameters „Read mode“ and „Read page“. The read data is automatically sent to the host. The result of the reading operation (successful, not successful) can be optionally output via I/O s of the antenna port. 6.2.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 17 of 119 LFM LP Reader Illustration 6.3.1 Top view Component Describtion Power supply M12-A plug for 24V DC power supply. Antenna connection Lemo antenna connector Status-LEDs --->see page 28 Tuning push button switch starts an automatic antenna tuning. Push buttons Test push button activates the read test mode. On a long press the write test mode is activated. HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 18 of 119 LFM LP Reader Ethernet interface Depending on the device model, the reading device features a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface. RS232 interface Depending on the device model, the reading device features a RS232 interface (9-pin Sub D female) . GPIO Optional is a GPIO port available, M8 connector HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM Version 1.2 LP Reader 15.01.2019 Page 20 of 119 The device label with the CE label, article and serial number are located on the side of the reading unit. 6.4.1 Power supply and current input Description Voltage (reverse polarity protected) Current consumption (Read/Write Pulse 50ms) Current (passive) HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Min. Typ. Max. Unit 18 24 30 V (DC) 200 350 580 mA 50 mA Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 21 of 119 LFM LP Reader 6.4.2 Device labels The device label is located on the reading unit housing. It contains a CE mark, article/serial number and the MAC address. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Designation Article number (variants) Serial number (example) MAC address (only for ethernet type) Manufacturer 6.4.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 22 of 119 LFM LP Reader 7. Installation Follow the basic safety instructions in the chapter Safety instructions. Safety instructions The unit is exclusively designed for indoor use in an industrial environment. The unit may only be installed indoors with a temperature and humidity level with in the range of the specified technical module parameters. Never use the unit near or in water.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 23 of 119 LFM LP Reader Qualified installation personnel The unit must only be installed by specially trained personnel. If you have any doubts about the qualifications, please contact the manufacturer. If the unit is operated by untrained personnel, the reading device and or connected devices may be damaged. Unpacking The LF reading device and the accessories can be packed customer-dependent in clean room conditions.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 24 of 119 LFM LP Reader Mounting the device The mounting surface must be stable, non-flammable, dry and clean. If necessary, clean it before you install the device. Only use components, cable and mounting materials provided by HERMOS. Only mount the components at the designated locations and make sure that the operating and ambient conditions specified in the technical data are always maintained.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 25 of 119 LFM LP Reader Installing the antenna When installing the antenna, observe the required reading and writing ranges. The reading device can only be used properly, if the transponder is located within the reading and writing range of the antenna. Tune antenna after a new antenna installation! Tune antenna after a new antenna installation! The tuning function can be started with the tuning button . 7.5.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 26 of 119 7.5.2 Antennas dimensions Block antenna Mini2 Rod antenna M, (HRF.A.LFX.SM.LS.20) The type of connector is only symbolic and may vary! HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 27 of 119 LFM LP Reader 7.5.3 Connecting the antenna Connect the antenna at the antenna connection at the rear of the reading unit. Use the antennas and antenna cable from the manufacturer to ensure optimum reading and writing ranges. Tune antenna after a new antenna installation! The tuning function can be started with the tuning button.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 28 of 119 LFM LP Reader 7.6.2 Test push button If the button is held pressed for a defined time (->parameter 56+57), the status of the button is changed. If the state changes from "Off" to "On", the test mode Read is started when the Test push button is enabled (->parameter 36). If the push-button is then held without interruption for a further defined period of time (>parameter 56), it switches to the Write test mode.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 29 of 119 LFM LP Reader 2 TxD 3 RxD 4 NC 5 GND 6 NC 7 NC 8 NC 9 NC GPIO connection (optional) A M8 socket (4pos.) is used as connection socket for the GPIO PIN Signal 1 +24V 2 LED out 3 GND 4 Input 8. Commissioning Operating conditions The following requirements must be fulfilled for smooth device operation. 1.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM Version 1.2 LP Reader 15.01.2019 Page 30 of 119 3. An antenna must be properly connected to the reading device. If the antenna has not yet been tuned (->Status LEDs), then the automatic tuning must be carried out. 4. A transponder must be within the reading and writing ranges of the connected antenna. 5. After startup the reader works in operation m ode.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 31 of 119 LFM LP Reader Parameter of the ethernet interface The unit is connected to the customer network via a 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface. The DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is activated on delivery. If there is not a DHCP server available in your network, a random IP address is set from the ZeroConf range (169.254.0.0/16) and operations must still be performed to obtain an IP address.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 32 of 119 LFM LP Reader 1. Select your network interface if you have several options on your PC. 2. Your network is automatically scanned for all HERMOS reading devices using the "Search Devices" button. 3. Select the desired reading device in the list to open the network settings. Here, you can edit the network settings and apply them to the reading device by pressing the respective button.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 33 of 119 LFM LP Reader Firmware update Firmware updates can also be performed using the "Device Discoverer" HERMOS. Start the tool with administrator rights and scan the network for all HERMOS devices. To do this, mark the desired reading device and select "TCP/IP Firmware Download" or "RS232 Firmware Download" button depending on your interface. Use "HERMOS" if you are asked to enter a password! 1.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 34 of 119 LFM LP Reader 9. Operating Operating personnel The device should only be operated by specially trained personnel. If you have any doubts about the required qualifications, please contact the manufacturer. The operation of the device without special expertise can result in damages to the device or on connected devices. Protocol change 9.2.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 35 of 119 Customer modes The reader LFM LP can be delivered with a few customer modes. The settings of the customermode is part of the factory settings and can only be changed by Hermos. If customer needs another customer setting, please ask Hermos for the necessary steps. The customerc ode can be read by parameter 64. Customermode 0: The antenna will be addressed by the ReaderID „0“ or TargetID „1“.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 36 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10. ASCI-I1 Communication protocol The ASCI-I1 communication protocol defines a simple communication interface that is suitable for exchanging messages between a HERMOS reader and a host. A host is a computer or computer network that exchanges the information with the systems to carry out the production.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 37 of 119 LFM LP Reader Packet header The packet header contains a start character and the message length. The message length consists of 2 hexadecimal bytes and defines the number of characters in a message.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 38 of 119 LFM LP Reader Packet end The end of the packet contains an end character and a checksum consisting of 4 characters. Packet end End character End character Checksum 1 Checksum 2 Checksum 3 Checksum 4 ASCII end character (hex 0x0D). Checksum 1 High byte XOR logic of all data (packet header, data and end character).
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 39 of 119 LFM LP Reader Data element The data elements that are used by default ASCII messages, which are described in the message details section, are defined in this section. Tuning value 2 Byte The tuning value is a set value for the optimal antenna tuning. For optimum read and write ranges, the value is automatically determined by the reader. The value is measured in 16 steps (0 -F). He can also be targeted.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 40 of 119 LFM LP Reader "8" "9" "A" LED8: red LED STATUS LED9: blue LED STATUS LEDA: green LED STATUS Output State 1 Byte The data element shows or sets the current status of one output. The Data Element Output State includes the status of each output on the reader. The status is displayed as an ASCII character (1 byte) in HEX format.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 41 of 119 LFM LP Reader Page 2 Bytes The page of the transponder for a read / write operation is defined by 2 ASCII characters (2 bytes) in decimal format Example: Page 1 "01" Page 10 "10" Page 17 "17" Serial number 4 Bytes Contains 4 byte of the serial number, which are displayed as 4 ASCII characters in HEX format. The serial number is also on the adhesive label of the device.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 43 of 119 LFM LP Reader In- and Output: Command Description O Set Output Q Query Output/Input State A Sensor event: Sensor removed B Sensor event: Sensor detected HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 44 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.1 X – Read data The command X starts reading of the data area from a transponder. If there is no transponder in the read range of the antenna, the reader sends an error message (error 4 - no transponder). The data element "page" can have the following values .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 45 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.2 R – Automatic read By assigning the external input, an automatic read operation can be triggered. The command "R" sends the read data to the host. The host then has to confirm the message.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 46 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.3 W – Write data The command W starts writing a defined data area of a transponder. If there is no transponder in the write range of the antenna, the reader sends an error message (error 4 - no transponder).
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 47 of 119 LFM LP Reader Device Host CMD Reader-ID Parameter No. Parameter Value g 1 Byte 1 Bytes 2 Bytes The reader sends an individual protocol packet for each available public parameter. After the last parameter, the reader sends a last packet including the command 'g' and the reader ID. The values returned for the data item parameter value in the response are decimal values (00 -99).
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 48 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.6 P – Set parameter The command "P" can be used to change the value of individual parameters. After a parameter has been successfully changed, the reader sends a confirmation message. Host Device CMD Reader-ID Parameter No.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 49 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.7 N – Reset The command N performs a reset of the hardware/software of the reader . After performing the reset operation, the device sends a confirmation message . Host Device CMD Reader-ID N 1 Byte Device Host CMD Reader-ID n 1 Byte After a hardware reset, a confirmation ("n0") is sent to the host.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 50 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.8 e – Error message This message is only available in standard ASC-I1 mode! If an error occurs the device will send an error message with the respective error code. This message must be acknowledged by the host Device Host CMD Reader-ID Error ID e 1 Byte 1 Byte Further information about error codes and the corresponding measures can be found in the chapter Error Codes. 10.4.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 51 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.10 V – Query software version The command V is used to query the software version of the device . Host Device CMD Reader-ID V 1 Byte Device Host CMD Reader-ID Software version v 1 Byte 16 Bytes The 8 characters of the software version are represented by 16 ASCII characters. Each character is described in hex format and transmitted by 2 ASCII characters .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 52 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.11 L – Lock data area A single page of a multipage transponder can be disabled. The page can still be read, but not rewritten. The process cannot be reversed. Host Device CMD Reader-ID Page L 1 Byte 2 Bytes Device Host CMD Reader-ID L 1 Byte If the lock of the transponder page fails, the reader repeats the procedure several times before an error message is sent.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 53 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.12 I – Adjust RF module It is necessary to adjust the RF module in order to adapt an antenna to t he ambient conditions optimally. The tuning achieves an optimal read / write range for the present installation environment . Tuning is performed one at a time for the antenna port and the determined tuning value is stored for the antenna.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 54 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.13 J – RF module Queries the vote The command "J" can be used to query the tuning values of the individual antennas. Each antenna port has its own tuning value. Host Device CMD Reader-ID J 1 Byte Device Host CMD Reader-ID Vote value j 1 Byte 2 Bytes The tuning value is a set value for the optimal antenna tuning.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 55 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.14 A – Sensor event object removed The message of sensor events can be activated in the parameter "Watch -Port" (par. 07). If this is activated, the reader reports every drop of the external sensor. The sensor message must be confirmed by the host. Host Device CMD Reader-ID A 1 Byte Device Host CMD Reader-ID a 1 Byte The sensor event is detected after an adjustable delay time (par.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 56 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.15 B – Sensor event object detected The message of sensor events can be activated in the parameter "Watch-Port" (par. 07). If this is activated, the reader reports any recognition of the external sensor. The sensor message must be confirmed by the host.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 57 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.16 O – Set output The command O can be used to set the state of the outputs. The status of all outputs is changed in a message. In the current version, the value of the data element Head-ID always has the value "1" for the outputs.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 58 of 119 LFM LP Reader 10.4.17 Q – Querying the status of the inputs and outputs The Q command can be used to query the current status of all outputs . The status of the outputs is queried in a message. In the current version, the value of the data element Head-ID always has the value "1" for the outputs.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 59 of 119 LFM LP Reader Parameter The parameters 0, 1, 2 and 7 are only valid if the reader is equipped with a corresponding I / O module and provides one input per antenna port. The data element "page" can have the following values. Nr. (dez) Nr. (hex) 0 0x00 Parameter name Description Delay time for the presence sensor . 1 0x01 Sensor delay Read mode 01 ..
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 60 of 119 LFM LP Reader If an acknowledgement is not sent by the host, the device repeats the message according to the set value. Only then is an error message sent 6 0x06 RS232 max repeat 00 - endless 01 .. 99 – Number of attempts Default: 3 Activates / deactivates the sensor event messages A or B to the host, that the input sensor has been opened or closed.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 62 of 119 LFM LP Reader The following examples are based on the standard ASC -I1 protocol. Different Reader ID's are used (->Parameter E) V – Query software version >> V1 << v14C464D3449312E32 Command V Reader-ID 1 Software version '4C464D3449312E32 ‘ ASCII " LFM4I1.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 64 of 119 LFM LP Reader Error Codes ID Name 0 none 1 auto fail 2 ext fail 3 write fail Description Cause No error Automatic reading is not possible Execution failed, read or write operation cannot be carried out Data transfer to the tag is not possible. Corrective action none Reader is still busy with a former read or write request Reader is still busy with a former read or write request.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 66 of 119 Wiring of the external output For readers with input sensor, the external output of the reader is switched accordingly when reading, depending on internal parameter 48. Please ask HERMOS for deactivation! 10.8.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 67 of 119 Picture 3: Unsuccessful reading with instant host confirmation HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 68 of 119 LFM LP Reader ASCII – table DEZ HEX CTRL Code DEZ HEX CTRL Code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 10 11 12 13 14 ^@ ^A ^B ^C ^D ^E ^F ^G ^H ^I ^J ^K ^L ^M ^N ^O ^P ^Q ^R ^S ^T NUL SOH STX ETX EOT ENQ ACK BEL BS HT LF VT EF CR SOH SI DLE DC1 DC2 DC3 DC4 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 15 16 17 18 19 1A 1B 1C 1D 1E 1F ^U ^V ^W ^X ^Y ^Z ^[ ^\ ^] ^^ ^_ N
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 69 of 119 LFM LP Reader DEZ HEX CTRL DEZ HEX CTRL 32 20 BLANK 56 38 8 33 21 ! 57 39 9 34 22 " 58 3A : 35 23 # 59 3B ; 36 24 $ 60 3C < 37 25 % 61 3D = 38 26 & 62 3E > 39 27 ' 63 3F ? 40 28 ( 64 40 @ 41 29 ) 65 41 A 42 2A * 66 42 B 43 2B + 67 43 C 44 2C , 68 44 D 45 2D - 69 45 E 46 2E .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 70 of 119 LFM LP Reader DEZ HEX CTRL DEZ HEX CTRL 80 50 P 104 68 h 81 51 Q 105 69 i 82 52 R 106 6A j 83 53 S 107 6B k 84 54 T 108 6C l 85 55 U 109 6D m 86 56 V 110 6E n 87 57 W 111 6F o 88 58 X 112 70 p 89 59 Y 113 71 q 90 5A Z 114 72 r 91 5B [ 115 73 s 92 5C \ 116 74 t 93 5D ] 117 75 u 94 5E ^ 118 76 v 95 5F _ 119 77 w 96 6
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 71 of 119 11. SECS / HSMS Communications protocol The SECS I standard defines a communication interface that is suitable for exchanging messages between the semiconductor processing systems and a host. A host is a computer or computer network that exchanges the information with the systems to carry out the production. The standard does not define the data contained in the message.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 73 of 119 Direction reading device to host 0x8100 Direction host to system (reading device) 0x0100 The W bit indicates whether the transmitter of the primary message wait for a reply. If the W bit contains the value 1, it means that a reply is expected. The message ID determines the format and the content of the transmitted message. It consists of a stream and a function.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 74 of 119 LFM LP Reader Directory Data Elements This section defines the data elements used in the standard SECS-II messages described in the message details section. Syntax: Name A unique name for this data item. This name is used in the message definitions . Format A unique name for this data item. This name is used in the message definitions. The allowed element format code that can be used for this default data element.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader ALID Alarm Identifier Only the occurrence of an error is reported.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 76 of 119 LFM LP Reader ATTRID Format: A[max25] Name for an attribute for a specific object type.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 78 of 119 LFM LP Reader ECID_00 bis ECID_99 see data element ECV parameters 0 - 99 Head attribute definitions: "HeadStatus" Current state "IDLE" ... Reader in REST mode "BUSY" ... reader is busy "NOOP" ...
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 79 of 119 LFM LP Reader The number of LEDs per antenna input depends on the design of the hardware . DATA Format: A[max200] The data element is a vector or string of unformatted data. The DATA area depends on the MID area of the transponder and can be between page 1 and page 17.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 80 of 119 LFM LP Reader Value of the reader parameter. The values are displayed as decimal values, see Parameter Where used S2F14, S2F15 MDLN Plant model number (Hardware Version) Where used Format: A[6] S1F2 MF Format: B[1] Material Format Code 20: The material port number corresponds to the sensor number and the sensor status.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 81 of 119 LFM LP Reader Material ID verification code 2 confirmation, MID will be sent later in S3F13 Where used S3F12 OFLACK Confirmation code for OFFLINE request. Format: B[1] 0 OFFLINE-confirmation (reader is offline) Where used S1F16 ONLACK Confirmation code for ONLINE request.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM Version 1.2 LP Reader 15.01.2019 Page 83 of 119 Transponder data can not be read. MID sequence can not be read, as valid ASCII characters were not found exclusively in the defined MID area. However, the condition of the facilities is normal. "CE" Communication error) Syntax error in message, message format, or value. "HE" Hardware error Error in the head of the ID reader / writer, head of the ID reader / writer is deactivated.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 84 of 119 LFM LP Reader The 2-digit TargetID (2 ascii characters decimal) is changeable and defined in parameter 12 (HeadID). The 4-digit Target-ID (4 ascii characters hexadecimal) is changeable and defined in parameter 7 (TARGETID high byte) and parameter 8 (TARGETID low byte).
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 85 of 119 LFM LP Reader Protocol commands The message record describes the communication data between a reading device with and a host.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 86 of 119 LFM LP Reader 11.3.1 Stream 1 (system state) S1F0: ABORT TRANSACTION (reading device <-> host) This message is used instead of an expected reply to cancel an action. The function 0 is defined in each stream and has the same meaning in each stream. S1F0 (header only, no additional elements) S1F1: ARE YOU THERE REQUEST (reading device <-> host, reply) Determines whether the reading device or the host is online.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 87 of 119 LFM LP Reader S1F16: OFFLINE ACKNOWLEDGE (reading device -> host) Acknowledgement. S1F16 . S1F17: REQUEST ON_LINE (host -> reading device, reply) The reading device contains a request to change the communication state to "online". S1F17 W (header only, no additional elements) S1F18: ONLINE ACKNOWLEDGE (reading device -> host) Acknowledgement S1F18 . 11.3.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 88 of 119 LFM LP Reader S2F15 W > > S2F16: NEW EQUIPMENT CONSTANT ACKNOWLEDGE (reading device ->host) The reading device acknowledges the reading device parameter). S2F16 S2F19: RESET SENT (host -> reading device, reply) The host transmits a request to the reading device to reset the hardware and software.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 89 of 119 LFM LP Reader 11.3.3 Stream 3 (Material-state) S3F5: Material found (MID FOUND) (reading device-> host, reply) The reader sends the information that material has been detected on the input sensor. This message is sent only when a sensor is connected and activated. (see par. 26 Sensor Activity and par.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 90 of 119 LFM LP Reader S3F13: MID read (MID READ) (reading device -> host, reply) The reader sends the MID of the set up material to the host S3F13 W > S3F14: Material found confirmation (MID FOUND, ACK ) (host -> reading device) The host confirms the received MID data. S3F14 HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 91 of 119 LFM LP Reader 11.3.4 Stream 5 (Exception handling) S5F1: Alarm Report (reading device -> host, reply) The reader reports an error to the host. S5F1 W Alarmcodebyte Alarm-ID Alarmtext > S5F2: Alarm Report confirmation (Host -> Lesegerät) The host confirms the alarm message. S5F2 11.3.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 92 of 119 LFM LP Reader S9F5 < B[10] MHEAD > S9F7: ILLEGAL DATA (reading device -> host) The reading device does not recognise the data in the message. S9F7 < B[10] MHEAD > S9F9: TRANSACTION TIMER TIMEOUT (reading device -> host) This message indicates a timeout of a transmission timer and the cancellation of the corresponding transaction.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 93 of 119 LFM LP Reader 11.3.6 Stream 18 (control and data transfer) S18F0: ABORT TRANSACTION (reading device <-> host) This message is used instead of an expected reply to cancel an action. S18F0 (header only, no additional elements) S18F1: Read parameter (host -> reading device, reply) This message requests the current values of the parameters or states. Several attributes can be queried simultaneously by one message.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 94 of 119 LFM LP Reader With a message several attributes can be set at the same time. S18F3 ,W 2 > 2 > > > S18F4: Write parameter, confirmation (reading device ->host) This message acknowledges that the request for writing the parameter values successfully or reports an error. .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 95 of 119 LFM LP Reader S18F5: Read data (host -> reading device, reply) This message is used for requesting the antenna head specified in the TARGETID for reading data (from the data area). DATASEG defines the start address of the data to be read. DATALENGTH defines the data volume of the data to be read.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 96 of 119 LFM LP Reader S18F7: Write Data (host -> reading device, reply) This message is used for requesting the antenna head specified in the TARGETID to write data. DATASEG defines the start address of the data to be written. DATALENGTH defines the data volume of the data to be written.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 97 of 119 LFM LP Reader S18F9: Read MID (host -> reading device, reply) This message is used for requesting the antenna head specified in the TARGETID for reading the MID.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 98 of 119 LFM LP Reader S18F11: Write data (host -> reading device, reply) This message is used for writing the MID on the antenna head specified in the TARGETID. S18F11,W The reading device must be in maintenance mode to write the MID with the Message S18F11. If the reading device is not in maintenance mode, the execution is cancelled and acknowledged with SSACK = "EE" equipment error.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 99 of 119 LFM LP Reader S18F13: SUBSYSTEM COMMAND (host -> reading device, reply) This message is used for requesting the subsystem specified in the TARGETID for executing a specific procedure. . S18F13 ,W … n. > > S18F14: SUBSYSTEM COMMAND, ACKNOWLEDGE (Reading device-> host) This message reports the result of the requested procedure .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 100 of 119 LFM LP Reader Parameter Following the list of parameters, a description of each value follows. Nr. Nr. (DEZ) (HEX) Parameter name Description The gateway ID is part of the device ID. The reading unit simultaneously acts as gateway and reader (CIDRW with integrated read head). It corresponds to the "Lower Device-ID" in the message header. 00 ..
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 101 of 119 LFM LP Reader 12 0x0C HeadID 14 0x0E Sensor polarity for all presence sensors The parameter defines the 2-digit TARGETID. 00 … 31 Default : 01 Type of sensor signal to start an automatic read. The setting is applied uniformly for all sensors. 0 … read process when sensor is covered 1 … read process when sensor is uncovered Default : 0 The sensor status of each head is represented by a bit.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 22 23 24 0x16 0x17 0x18 Page number for readmode 00 Triggered read frequency r/w max repeat Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 102 of 119 The page to read for readmode 00: 0: Read all transponders 1: Page 1 Read multipage transponders ...
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 27 0x1B Watchport für Presence Sensor 28 0x1C Negate external output 29 0x1D Transponder load duration (read mode) 30 0x1E r/w synchronize 33 0x21 Automatic antenna tuning 34 0x22 Sensor polarity for the individual presence sensor Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 103 of 119 Enables a message to the host if a sensor has been used or if the occupancy has been removed. A sensor is required to use this feature.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 35 36 0x23 0x24 Special Features Push button switches activation Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 104 of 119 Bit 0: After a hardware reset, the reader will auto-read if the presence sensor is covered. 0 ... execute read operation after reset, when sensor is covered 1 ... Do not execute a read after reset, when the sensor is covered (standard) Bit 1: Trigger sensor-triggered automatic read operation 0 ...
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 38 0x26 Test after software reset 40 0x28 Transponder load duration (write mode) 41 0x29 Delay time between read cycles 42 0x2A CarrierIDOffset Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 105 of 119 This parameter activates / deactivates the .initial test of the keyboard LED's after a software reset .
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 106 of 119 LFM LP Reader 49 0x31 B-Message Support of B-Message at ASC-I1 Protocol 0 … deaktivate B-message 1 … aktivate B-message Default : 54 0x36 SWITCHTUNEON 0 (corresponds to parameter 35) Duration how long the push button key TUNING must be pressed until it changes to the state "On". 1 ...
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader 98 0x62 Protocol change allowed 99 0x63 Customer mode HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 108 of 119 This parameter can be used to allow a detected protocol change. This will then set the new default protocol and restart the device. If the protocol change is suppressed, no automatic change takes place. If the protocol change is suppressed, no automatic change takes place.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 109 of 119 Examples of a SECS / HSMS message Start routine of the HSMS protocol: S1F1 – Software version query S2F13 – Query parameter 3 S2F15 – Set parameter 3 to 5 HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 110 of 119 Automatic reading by sensor event: S3F5 - Material found S3F13 - MID read S3F7 - Material lost S18F5 - Read data Antenna port: 1 Page: 3 Data length: 8 HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 111 of 119 S18F7 - Write data Antenna port: Page: Data length: Data: 1 3 8 „ABCDEFGH“ S18F9 - read out MID HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 112 of 119 S18F11 – Describe MID With the message S18F11 the MID area can be described. The MID can only be written in maintenance mode. Use the S18F13 message to put the reading device into the maintenance state. S18F13 – Subsystem Command „Change to Maintenance Mode” The reading device must first be set to maintenance mode to write to the MID area.
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Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual LFM LP Reader Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 114 of 119 Wiring of the external output The external output of the reader is switched accordingly when an external read or write is triggered, depending on internal parameter 48. Please ask HERMOS for deactivation! Picture 1: external successful read Picture 2: external failed read HERMOS AG Gartenstrasse 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Tel. +49(9279) 991-0 Fax.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 115 of 119 LFM LP Reader 12. Service and Troubleshooting General information Follow the basic safety instructions in the chapter Safety instructions. The maintenance of the reading device and its components may only be performed by the manufacturer Observe the instructions in this section when errors occur. Do not perform any further troubleshooting measures in addition to the described measures.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 116 of 119 LFM LP Reader Safety instructions All components of the antenna oscillating circuit carry high voltage. Only use spare parts specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorised substitution of parts can result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. Electrostatic charges damage electronic components within the device. ESD protective measures must be applied prior to opening the unit.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 117 of 119 LFM LP Reader Error indications on the device Power-LED is off Depending on parameter 35, the green status LED is used as the power LED If the above measures do not resolve the problem, contact the manufacturer. Check the power supply and the connecting cables! Remove the power adapter. Open the case and check the fuse.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 118 of 119 LFM LP Reader If the above measures do not correct the error, please contact the manufacturer. Software releases Release-date 16.11.2018 Version LFMPI1.0 (ASCII) LFMP10 (SECS/HSMS) Description Initial release Customer service HERMOS AG Track & Trace RFID Division Gartenstraße 19 D-95490 Mistelgau Germany Tel.
Protocol description ASCII, SECS/HSMS Customer manual Version 1.2 15.01.2019 Page 119 of 119 LFM LP Reader 13. Disassembly and storage Disassembly Remove the power supply Remove all cables Loosen and remove the mounting screws Remove the reading device from the installation area Storage Store the reading device and its components in a clean and dry environment. Make sure that the power supply has been removed. Observe the required storage conditions specified in the technical data. 14.
