Installation Guide Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag with Metallic Container Mount
Published February 2009 Part number 805-05828-901 Rev A Documentation for SaviTag ST-673 Copyright © 2009 Savi Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Unpublished - rights reserved under the Copyright Laws of the United States. EchoPoint, Savi, Savi SensorTag, Savi SmartChain, Savi SmartStart, Savi Technology, Savi’s Nested Visibility, SaviTag, SmartChain, the EchoPoint Logo, and the Savi Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Savi Technology, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
Contents 1 Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Activating the Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Initializing the Tag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Placing Tags on Jet Engine Shipping Containers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Description The Savi ST-673 tag is an active RFID tag that enables real-time tracking and environmental monitoring of sensitive, perishable items such as medical supplies, food stuff, and ammunition. The ST-673 features sensors that monitor and log the temperature and humidity of assets and their contents during transportation and while in storage. The external mounting bracket allows an externally-mounted ST-673 to monitor the contents of a sealed container.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide Figure 3: Features Security hole Top of mounting bracket Battery compartment USB port Security hole Figure 4: Bottom view Sensor port 6 Bottom of mounting bracket
Features Features • ISO 18000-7 compliant active RFID tag with environmental sensor capability • Ideal for tracking sensitive items such as medical supplies, food, and ammunition • Mounting bracket for attaching tag to metallic assets • Supports low-frequency technology for more precise locating capabilities • Supports USB for reading and writing • FCC, HERO, ETSI, RoHS (Directive 2002/95/EC) certified Activating the Tag The tag is shipped in sleep mode.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide 2. Remove the battery. Wait a few seconds and then reinsert the battery, matching the negative (–) and positive (+) terminals to the symbols shown on the tag housing. The tag will not work if you install the battery in the wrong direction (reversed). Turn cap to close Correct battery orientation Whenever a battery is inserted into a tag, the tag will emit 5 beeps. Then, if the tag emits a long (1/2 second beep), that means it has an internal sensor failure.
Initializing the Tag Improper Proper O-ring exposed O-ring hidden Turn cap until tight If the O-ring is not properly compressed by the cap, water leakage and damage may occur. Note: When the tag is not in use, disable the tag by removing, reversing, and re-inserting the battery. Store the battery at room temperature (50-80 °F or 10-27 °C ). Initializing the Tag Once you activate the tag, you can initialize it for immediate use. 1. Unplug the USB port cover. 2.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide USB cable USB port 3. Refer to the Savi SmartChain Mobile User Guide or the Savi Smart- Chain WorkStation User Guide for instructions on the initialization process.
Placing Tags on Jet Engine Shipping Containers Placing Tags on Jet Engine Shipping Containers The Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag in the supplied metal mounting sleeve attaches through the ports on the jet engine container to monitor humidity inside the shipping container. There are a variety of jet engine shipping container configurations. Some have the mounting hole for the tag on the bottom of the container; others have a hole for the tag higher up on a side.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide Mounting the Tag on a Jet Engine Container You receive the tag and metal mounting bracket fully assembled. Follow the instructions to mount the unit onto a jet engine container. 1. Carefully remove the red protective film covering from the pressure sensitive tape (PST) on the bottom of the bracket. Avoid touching the PST adhesive. Remove strips of protective film 2. Open the jet engine container and locate the container port.
Mounting the Tag Nut Gasket 4. Remove the small rubber gasket washer from the mounting bracket. 5. To mount the tag, insert the mounting bracket and tag into the port opening. 6. Apply pressure to the tape strips by pushing firmly against the tag. Press as hard as possible on the top of the bracket and tag. 7. On the inside of the container, replace the small rubber gasket washer and screw the nut onto the hollow screw stem to secure the tag. Close the jet engine container. 8.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide Replacing the Battery The tag is equipped with non-volatile memory, which means stored data is not lost when you replace the battery. 1. Remove the battery cap. 2. Remove the discharged battery from its compartment. For more information, see “Activating the Tag” on page 7.The lithium battery can be harmful to the environment. Follow current procedures for safely disposing of lithium batteries. The battery cannot be reused or recharged. 3. Install a 3.
Contacting Savi Support Contacting Savi Support If you cannot find the information you need, contact Savi Support Services. • Check http://supportcenter.savi.com for contact information. • Send an email to help@savi.com. • Call 1-888-994-SAVI (North America only) or 1-650-316-4760 between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific time.
Savi ST-673 Sensor Tag Installation Guide Specifications Model Numbers ST-673-030: Sensor tag with metallic container mount Physical Characteristics Dimensions: 6.2 in. (16 cm) x 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) x 1.1 in. (2.8 cm) Weight: 12.
Specifications Digital Sensor memory: 32 Kbytes on-board non-volatile memory Database memory: 128 Kbytes on-board non-volatile memory Wired interface: USB 1.1, USB 2.0 Accessories Mounting bracket for attaching tag to metallic assets (included) Approvals Radio Type Approval: FCC Part 15, EN 300 220 (433 MHz) EMC and Immunity: EN 301 489 Ordnance: HERO Certified, ARDEC rating of 1 in. (2.
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