i-PORT III User’s Guide IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, Inc. Suite 102, 1860 Dayton Street Kelowna, British Columbia Canada V1Y 7W6 Tel: (250) 860-6567 Fax: (250) 860-6541 www.identecsolutions.
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Radio Frequency Compliance Statement IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, Inc. is the responsible party for the compliance of the following devices: MODEL: FCC ID: i-PORT III O2E-ILR-916IP3 i-CARD O2E-ICARD-NA i-D2 TAGS OO4-ILR-ID2 CANADA: Pending 35381032231 3538A12112 i-Qxx TAGS OO4-ILR-IQ8T or OO4-ILR-IQR 35381021756A or 35381021825 The user(s) of these products are cautioned to only use accessories and peripherals approved, in advance, by IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, Inc.
Table of Contents 1.0 1.1 1.2 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.0 INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................................ 5 FUNDAMENTALS ......................................................................................................................................... 5 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................................................
1.0 1.1 Introduction Fundamentals IDENTEC SOLUTIONS’ ILR® (Intelligent Long Range®) technology is the next generation of long range RFID (Radio Frequency Identification). The objective is wireless and automated data collection over large distances. HOW RFID WORKS Data is transmitted via high frequency radio waves between a tag and an interrogator. Information stored on the tag can be read and modified.
2.0 2.1 COMPONENTS i-PORT III i-PORT III is the next generation of IDENTEC SOLUTIONS’ ILR interrogators. It is capable of communicating with i-Q series tags with a communication range up to 100 meters. Up to four antennas (plus one extra send antenna) can be connected to i-PORT III. Built-in signal strength measurement capability enables the localization of tags using triangulation.
2.3 i-Q Tag The i-Q series active tag is particularly suited for: - Identification - Tracking and Tracing - Localization - Temperature Monitoring - Data carrying i-Q tags are available in a variety of configurations, i.e. with 8 kByte or 32 kByte of memory, an optional LED for visual recognition, and optional temperature logging function. They are available in two different radio frequencies: 868 MHz for use in Europe, 916 MHz for use in North America or dual frequency for transcontinental applications.
2.4 Data communication between i-PORT and Tag: Data communication between the i-PORT reader and tag always initiates from the reader. First the i-PORT sends out a scan signal, which contains an i-PORT ID and the number of available slots. All tags that are located in the read zone and that receive the signal search out a slot at random and answer in this slot. Each slot has a duration of 1.2 ms.
3.0 Using Your RFID Hardware Now that your RFID system has been professionally installed, setup, and tested, the following section will provide you with user interface diagnostic descriptions and maintenance tips to ensure your RFID system will operate trouble free. 3.1 LED Displays Status LEDs: a) POWER: Lights when power is applied to the i-PORT b) RUN: Blinks (every 2 seconds) as soon as the i-PORT has booted (approx.
Cable Connections and Plug Allocation Depending on your project requirements, the installer of this device will have wired one or more input and output devices. The following will describe the operation of each terminal block employed on the i-PORT III.
4.0 4.1 Software, Configuration IP-Address, Password The installer of your RFID reader will require an unused IP address for each device installed in your facility. The installer will configure each i-PORT III reader during the installation process. If the i-PORT III should be reset for any reason, the default factory settings are as follows: IP-Address 192.168.2.244 Subnet-Mask: 255.255.255.0 User Name: user Password: identec 4.
5.0 5.1 Technical Specifications Codes, Parameters ILR® Parameters Compatibility ILR® i-Q Tags Read range (adjustable) Write range (adjustable) Max.
Storage temperature Humidity -40°C to +80°C 90%, non-condensing Physical Data Dimensions Enclosure Mass Mounting Enclosure rating 211mm x 190mm x 58mm Aluminum, anodized 1.
6.0 6.1 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 1) If the red Error LED blinks during the boot process and continues blinking after a restart, contact the IDENTEC SOLUTIONS hotline. 2) If the Error LED lights up during operation, a system error has occurred (exception). First execute a cold start (interrupt the power supply) and observe the system. If the error occurs again, contact the IDENTEC SOLUTIONS hotline. 3) For other problems, follow the procedures as outlined below.
ANT4, W) (see “Configuration”) Antenna is defective - Do visual check to see if antenna is defective Change antenna(s) if necessary Tag is out of read zone - Hold a test tag in front of the antenna and check if tag is being recognized (blinks, i.e. Debug port) If necessary, adjust the output power to the requirements Tag is too close to - Move the tag away from the antenna (Note: can antenna manifest if using high power setting and high sensitivity tag setting) Tags are stationary - Move the tags.
