IP30 Handheld RFID Reader IP30, IP30C, IP30NI User Guide
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Document Change Record This page records changes to this document. The document was originally released as Revision 001. Version Number Date Description of Change 009 06/2015 Revised to add information about the IP30C, ability to pair the IP30 with the 70 series mobile computer by scanning a 2D bar code, and other Honeywell information. 008 12/2012 Revised to support the CK3X Mobile Computer. 007 06/2012 Revised to support the 70 Series Mobile Computers.
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Contents Contents Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Product Service and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Send Feedback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Configure RFID Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Configure the BRI Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 3 Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Contact Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Support Customer Support To search our knowledge base for a solution or to log in to the Technical Support portal and report a problem, go to www.hsmcontactsupport.com. For our latest contact information, see www.honeywellaidc.com/ locations. Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Honeywell product, visit the Honeywell website at www.honeywellaidc.com and click Resources > Warranty. Product Service and Repair Honeywell International Inc.
Related Documents Related Documents Here are some related documents that you might find useful: • Basic Reader Interface Programmer’s Reference Manual • Intermec Settings Command Reference Manual The website at www.intermec.com contains our documents (as .pdf files) that you can download for free. To download documents 1 Visit the website at www.intermec.com. 2 Click the Products tab. 3 Using the Products menu, navigate to your product page.
1 Use the IP30 Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the IP30 Handheld RFID Reader.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 About the IP30 The IP30 Handheld RFID Reader allows you to connect using Bluetooth™ or USB. Together, the IP30 and your mobile computer provide a high-performance mobile RFID solution that allows you to bring the read/write device to the tagged product rather than moving tagged products past a fixed reader. The IP30 supports the following mobile computers: • CN3B and CN3F Mobile Computers. CN3 WAN configurations are not supported with the IP30.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 What You Need To use the IP30, you need these items: • Battery (Model AB3 or AB19) • Battery charger or dock with power supply • CN3B, CN3F, CN4 Series, CK3 Series, CK61 Series, or 70 Series • A custom application to read and write tags. For help, see “RFID Applications and the IP30” on page 28. You may also need to upgrade your Windows operating system and SmartSystems™ Platform Bundle (SSPB) before you can connect the IP30 to your mobile computer.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 About the LEDs Use the following table to understand the status LEDs on your IP30. LED Icon Descriptions LED Icon LED Name Ready-to- Work™ indicator Description Blue LED remains on when an the IP30 is connected to the mobile computer. For more information, see the next section. Data Communications Flashes when there is data communications between the reader and the mobile computer. 4 RFID Transmit Flashes when the IP30 RFID reader is transmitting data.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 About the Ready-to-Work Indicator The blue Ready-to-WorkTM indicator shows when a connection is established between your mobile computer and IP30. The next table explains the different states of the Ready-to-Work indicator. Ready-To-Work Indicator Descriptions LED Description Off The IP30 is not yet ready for operation, or is in low power mode. Blinking The IP30 is not associated with or connected to the mobile computer.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 IP30 USB Adapter Port Descriptions Port Description Power Connect a power supply to the CK61 to power and charge the CK61. The IP30 does not ship with a power supply. For more information, contact your local sales representative. Note: Connecting a power supply to the CK61 does not charge the IP30. To charge the IP30 battery, see the next section. COM 1 Connect other RS-232 devices, such as printers to the CK61.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 A fully discharged battery charges to full capacity in approximately 4 hours. To charge the battery, insert the battery into the battery charger. 10 11 12 1 2 9 3 8 7 6 5 4 After you charge the battery, you can use the battery with your IP30. 1 Insert the battery into the IP30. Battery latch button 2 Push the battery latch button and slide the battery in until the battery is secure.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 Attach or Remove the IP30 You can connect the IP30 using a Bluetooth connection, a USB connection, or a USB connection connected to a common access card reader.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 2 Insert the handstrap into the mounting bracket. 3 Lock the computer into place by lowering it into the computer mounting bracket.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 4 Lock the computer into place by angling it into the IP30 locking bracket. 5 Establish a Bluetooth connection. For help, see “About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer” on page 25. To remove the CN70 or CN70e 1 Insert a coin or similar tool into the locking bracket and carefully leverage the computer out of the bracket. 2 Remove the mobile computer handstrap from the locking bracket.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 Attach the IP30 to the CK70 or CK71 Mobile Computers This section explains how to connect the Bluetooth version of the IP30 to your CK70 or CK71. 1 Remove the mobile computer handstrap. a Detach the handstrap. CK70 Shown b Remove the Phillips head screw.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 2 Attach the mounting plate onto the mobile computer using the provided screw. 3 Lock the computer into place by angling the mounting plate into the IP30 locking bracket. 4 Establish a Bluetooth connection. For help, see the next section “About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer.” Note: To remove the mounting plate and CK70 or CK71, point the reader away from you and carefully push down on the bottom of the computer.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 Attach the IP30 to the CN3B or CN3F Mobile Computers This section explains how to connect the IP30 to the CN3 using a Bluetooth connection, a USB connection, or a USB connection connected to the Model AR6 Common Access Card Reader. 1 Remove the CN3 handstrap and insert the handstrap into the IP30 handle. 2 Insert the CN3 into the IP30. 3 Lock the CN3 into place by lowering it into the IP30 locking bracket.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 If you are using the USB version of the IP30, insert the IP30 USB adapter into the docking connector until it snaps into place. 5 Configure the IP30. For help, see “Configure RFID Settings” on page 29. Attach the IP30 to the CN4 Series Mobile Computer This section explains how to connect the IP30 to the CN4 using a Bluetooth connection, a USB connection, or a USB connection connected to the Model AR6 Common Access Card Reader.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 3 Lock the CN4 into place by lowering it into the IP30 locking bracket. 4 If you are using the Bluetooth version of the IP30, go to “About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer” on page 25. 5 Connect the USB adapter or the Model AR6 Common Access Card Reader to the IP30. If you are using the USB version of the IP30, insert the IP30 USB adapter into the docking connector until it snaps into place.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 If the USB adapter has captive screws: a Remove the side fasteners from the CN4 by unscrewing the two screws located on the bottom of the CN4. Screw (2 places) b Insert the USB adapter and secure it by screwing in the two captive screws.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 If you are using the AR6 Common Access Card Reader: a Insert the AR6 into the docking connector until it snaps into place. b Insert the right-angle USB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the AR6. c Wrap the VelcroTM strap around the AR6 to secure the USB cable. 6 Configure the IP30. For help, see “Configure RFID Settings” on page 29.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 Attach the IP30 to the CK3 Series Mobile Computer This section explains how to attach the Bluetooth and USB version of the IP30 to your CK3 Series mobile computer. Note: The CK3X mobile computer only supports the Bluetooth version of the IP30. 1 Detach the CK3 handstrap by removing the Phillips head screw. 2 Attach the mounting plate onto the CK3 using the Phillips head screw provided with your IP30. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the mounting plate onto the mobile computer.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 3 Lock the CK3 into place by lowering it into the IP30 locking bracket. 4 If you are using the Bluetooth version of the IP30, go to “About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer” on page 25. 5 Connect the USB adapter or the Model AR6 Common Access Card Reader to the IP30. If you are using the USB version of the IP30, insert the IP30 USB adapter into the docking connector until it snaps into place.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 If you are using the AR7 Common Access Card Reader: a Insert the AR7 into the docking connector until it snaps into place. b Insert the right-angle USB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the AR7. c Wrap the Velcro strap around the AR7 to secure the USB cable. 6 Configure the IP30. For help, see “Configure RFID Settings” on page 29.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 Attach the IP30 to the CK61 Series Mobile Computer This section explains how to attach the Bluetooth and USB versions of the IP30 to your CK61. Before you attach the IP30, identify the correct mounting plates. CK61 mounting plate CK61ex mounting plate CK61 and CK61ex Mounting Plates 1 Remove the CK61 handstrap by turning the quarter screw counterclockwise.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 2 Attach the correct mounting plate onto the CK61 and turn the quarter screw or screws clockwise to secure it onto the mobile computer.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 3 Lock the CK61 into place by lowering it into the IP30 locking bracket. 4 If you are using the Bluetooth version of the IP30, establish a connection between your mobile computer and the IP30. For help, see “About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer” on page 25. 5 Connect the USB adapter or the Model AR5 Common Access Card Reader to the IP30. If you are using the USB version of the IP30, insert the IP30 USB adapter into the docking connector until it snaps into place.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 If you are using the Model AR5 Common Access Card Reader: a Insert the AR5 into the docking connector until it snaps into place. b Insert the right-angle USB cable into the USB port located on the bottom of the AR5. c Wrap the Velcro strap around the AR5 to secure the USB cable. 6 Configure the IP30. For help, see “Configure RFID Settings” on page 29.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 About Pairing the IP30 with the Mobile Computer Before you can use the Bluetooth version of the IP30, you must establish a connection between the IP30 and mobile computer by scanning a 2D bar code on the IP30 (70 series) or by using the Wireless Reader Wizard. Note: The USB version of the IP30 establishes a connection with your mobile computer when the IP30 USB adapter is plugged in.
Chapter 1 — Use the IP30 a Select Program Files > Intermec > Network. The Network screen appears. b Double-tap the Bluetooth Reader Wizard icon. 3 Tap Add Reader. The wizard advances to the next screen. 4 Select how you would like to find your reader (the default is Search) and then click Next. The computer starts discovering readers. The Devices list appears. 5 Select the reader you want to connect to and then tap Next.
2 Create and Use RFID Applications This chapter explains how you can use RFID applications for the IP30 and includes these topics: • RFID Applications and the IP30 • Create Applications for the IP30 • Configure RFID Settings • Configure the BRI Server 27
Chapter 2 — Create and Use RFID Applications RFID Applications and the IP30 The IP30 communicates with the mobile computer through the Basic Reader Interface (BRI) Server, which can be accessed in the Application Connection screen within Intermec Settings. The BRI Server controls the reader by issuing various BRI commands. • To configure the BRI Server, see “Configure the BRI Server” on page 29.
Chapter 2 — Create and Use RFID Applications 2 Download and install the RFID Mobile Demo Kit onto your mobile computer. For information on how to install applications onto your mobile computer, see your mobile computer user’s manual. Configure RFID Settings This section explains how you use Intermec Settings to change the settings for the RFID module in the IP30. As you install and test applications, you can configure the RFID settings for the best system performance.
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3 Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 This chapter includes information on upgrading the IP30 and includes these topics: • Contact Customer Support • Troubleshoot the IP30 • Upgrade the IP30 Firmware 31
Chapter 3 — Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 Contact Customer Support If you cannot find the answer to your problem in the “Troubleshooting” section, you may need to contact customer support. To search our knowledge base for a solution or to log in to the Technical Support portal and report a problem, go to www.hsmcontactsupport.com.
Chapter 3 — Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 Troubleshoot the IP30 This section includes a list of problems and possible solutions. Problems While Working With RFID Many problems that you may encounter when working with your RFID system can be solved by carefully checking the RFID settings. For help, see “Configure RFID Settings” on page 29. Use the troubleshooting table to help solve problems with your IP30 RFID.
Chapter 3 — Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 Troubleshooting RFID Problems (continued) Problem Solution The IP30 does not respond • Make sure your application is communicating with the IP30, the to your RFID application. BRI server on your mobile computer, or both. • You may need to change BRI server settings to communicate with your application. For help, see “Configure the BRI Server” on page 29. Problems With Connectivity The IP30 connects to your mobile computer via Bluetooth and USB connections.
Chapter 3 — Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 Upgrade the IP30 Firmware This section explains how to upgrade the IP30 firmware using your mobile computer. There are two ways to upgrade your IP30: • Use a media card. • Use SmartSystems. You need to download the latest upgrade files from the Intermec website to your desktop PC. Upgrade the IP30 Firmware Using a Media Card To upgrade the IP30 firmware, you need: • a media card.
Chapter 3 — Upgrade and Troubleshoot the IP30 2 Make sure that your mobile computer is Discovered in the SmartSystems Console. For help, see the SmartSystems Foundation Online help. 3 Download the device upgrade (.exe) file onto your desktop PC. 4 Double-click the application file to install it. The application file appears in the software vault. 5 From the SmartSystems Console in the software vault, locate the upgrade file, and drag-and-drop it to the mobile computer.
A Specifications This appendix includes physical and electrical specifications for the IP30 and information about the port pin assignments.
Appendix A — Specifications IP30/IP30NI Specifications 38 Height 19 cm (7.5 in) Length 19 cm (7.5 in) Width 10.1 cm (4 in) Weight .43 kg (1.9 lbs) without mobile computer. Power Removable lithium-ion battery pack Electrical rating x Operating temperature -15 ºC to 50 ºC (5 ºF to 122 ºF) Operating temperature (IP30C) -20 ºC to 60 ºC (5 ºF to 122 ºF) Storage temperature -30 ºC to 70 ºC (-22 ºF to 158 ºF) 3.
Appendix A — Specifications IP30A/IP30B RFID Specifications Protocols supported EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 ISO 18000-6B ISO 18000-6C Frequency range (region dependent) U.S.A.: 902-928 MHz* EU: 865.6-867.6 MHz Output power U.S. FCC: 902-928 MHz* EU ETSI: 865-867 MHz* Output power up to 30 dBm, depending upon the model and the region where the IP30 is configured to be used. Read range (typical maximum) Up to 20 ft or more dependent upon the tag and power output setting.
Appendix A — Specifications Port Pin Assignments This section describes the port pin assignments for the USB version of the IP30 for the CK61. Serial Port (COM1) Pin 1 Pin 9 Serial Port Pin Assignments Pin Description Active Polarity 1 DCD 2 Receive data (RXD) High 3 Transmit data (TXD) High 4 DTR 5 Signal ground 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 5.
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