Integration Guide IM4 Module IM11
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Document Change Record This page records changes to this document. The document was originally released as version 001. Version Number Date Description of Change 002 10/2006 Adjusted frequency range information. 003 05/2007 Corrections made to voltage ratings and current requirements.
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Contents Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Safety Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Global Services and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Who Should Read This Document? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii About the IM4. . . . . .
Before You Begin Before You Begin This section provides you with safety information, technical support information, and sources for additional product information. Safety Icons This section explains how to identify and understand cautions and notes within this document. A caution alerts you to an operating procedure, practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to prevent equipment damage or destruction, or corruption or loss of data.
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. IM11 About the IM4 The Intermec IM4_ module is designed to let you easily incorporate reading and writing RFID tags into your computers, printers, and other mobile devices.The IM4 is an enhanced Intermec replacement for the existing IM3 module and the RFID PC card. x2 - UFL-R replace picture IM4 Module IM11 m-PCI = mini PCI mini-PCIType II card package with a standard 68-pin The IM4 ? _ is a PCMCIA connector. You can use the IM4 in most worldwide RFID applications.
Configuring the IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default) mini-PCI Configuring the IM11 IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default) m-PCI In PC card mode, the IM4 interface emulates a standard 16C550 UART. To your PC, the IM 4 appears as a serial port. You can use a communications program, such as HyperTerminal, to communicate with the IM4 using the Basic Reader Interface (BRI). For more information on the BRI, see the Basic Reader Interface (BRI) Programmer’s Reference Guide (P/N 937-000-xxx). All signals are 3.
Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module mini-PCI PC Card Module Pinout (continued) Pin No. Pin Name Definition Pin No. 19 to A16 be A15 .
Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module m-PCI These pins are a carryover from the PC card interface. These signals are mutually exclusive for any PC card application. In order for the IM4 to m-PCI operate in Serial mode, you must ground all three of these signals, which keeps the card from driving signals defined for serial operation into a regular PC card socket. m-PCI Serial Module Pinouts Pin No. Pin Name Definition Pin No.
Understanding the IM4 Operating Modes 1 You must use software to enable an SPI channel. Until you enable this channel, inputs to it are ignored and outputs to it are 3-stated. 2 The Debug signals are intended for use during any debug efforts. You can also configure these signals for use as a second UART channel. 3 The Auxiliary outputs are 3-stated on power-up until they are written to the first time. During this condition, you should provide pull-ups or pull downs to keep any external logic disabled.
Heat Dissipation Requirements Heat Dissipation Requirements 11 ? In most usage scenarios, the IM4 uses a maximum of 6.0W of power from its host device. Since its RF transmit power is 1W, the IM4 must dissipate 11 up to 5.0W of heat. ? Normally, the host dissipates this heat. However, under high ambient temperature conditions or in a high duty cycle application, this heat may need to be conducted outside the host to prevent the IM4 from entering 11 Overtemperature mode.
Antenna Requirements Antenna Requirements Government regulatory agencies require that the IM4 use approved antennas only. Do not use antennas not approved for use with this module. Failure to use Intermec-approved antennas may require your system to be approved by the appropriate regulatory agencies for the countries in which your devices are being used. Using an unauthorized antenna or other peripheral device may result in possible communications interference or radio safety hazards.
Antenna omit thisRequirements page if possible IM4– Intermec-Approved 915 MHz RFID Antennas (continued) Intermec Part Number Description Cable Loss Dimensions 805-610-001 Patch, Linear-Polarized, 8.0 dBi, 60”, N(RP) 2.4 dB 21.8 cm x 19.8 cm x 5.8 cm (8.6 in x 7.8 in x 2.3 in) 805-616-002 Patch, Circular-Polarized, 0 dBi, 2.5”, MMCX N/A 7.9 cm x 7.9 cm x 0.6 cm (3.1 in x 3.1 in x 0.25 in) 805-622-002 Patch, Circular-Polarized, 6.5 dBi, N(RP) 2.4 dB 25.9 cm x 63.5 cm x 5.8 cm (10.
Specifications Specifications General Specifications mini-PCI card, (dimensions lightly oversized Physical description PCMCIA Type II cards from the standard) Weight 34.0g ±2.8 g (1.2 oz ±0.2 oz) Temperature Operating: -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F) Storage: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Humidity (Operating 0-95% relative humidity, non-condensing process Temperature) Transceiver Specification Frequency range Tari Return Data Rates set channel to 4, 7, 10 or 13 865.7 - 867.
Specifications Transmitter Specifications 915/865 MHz 900 869 MHz Power output Minimum: 588 mW (at the antenna connector—assume Typical: 800 mW 0.
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