RFID SYSTEMS Mobile Reader SIMATIC RF680M Operating Instructions · 06/2011 SIMATIC Ident Answers for industry.
SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader 1 ___________________ Introduction 2 ___________________ Safety Information SIMATIC Ident RFID systems SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader 3 ___________________ Description 4 ___________________ Power supply 5 ___________________ Commissioning 6 ___________________ Operation Operating Instructions 7 ___________________ Software overview The software "RF8 ___________________ MANAGER" 9 ___________________ "RF680M" software 10 ___________________ Advanced functions 11 ___________
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Table of contents 1 Introduction................................................................................................................................................ 7 2 Safety Information...................................................................................................................................... 9 2.1 3 4 5 6 7 8 General safety instructions ............................................................................................................
Table of contents 9 8.1.4 8.1.5 8.1.6 8.1.7 Settings in the Engineering System ............................................................................................ 30 Parameterizing the WLAN card in the SIMATIC RF680M mobile reader................................... 31 Enter the IP address in the mobile reader .................................................................................. 32 Creating a back-up.....................................................................................
Table of contents 10 9.5.6 9.5.7 9.5.8 9.5.9 9.5.10 Copying tag data..........................................................................................................................70 Write ID ........................................................................................................................................71 Locking data areas.......................................................................................................................71 Kill tag ...................
Table of contents SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader 6 Operating Instructions, 06/2011, J31069-D0241-U001-A2-7618
1 Introduction Purpose of this document These operating instructions contain information required for starting up and using the RF680M device. The documentation is aimed at commissioning engineers and machine operators who start up the application themselves, and it describes the functions of the software "RFMANAGER" and "RF680M". Scope of validity of this document This documentation is valid for the SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader and describes the delivery status from 12/2010.
Introduction SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader 8 Operating Instructions, 06/2011, J31069-D0241-U001-A2-7618
Safety Information 2.1 2 General safety instructions SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN, UL and CSA. If you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned environment, please contact your service representative. CAUTION Alterations to the devices are not permitted. Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.
Safety Information 2.
3 Description SIMATIC RF680M expands the RF600 identification system with a powerful mobile reader for applications in the areas of logistics, production and service. In addition, it is an indispensable aid for startup and testing. 3.
Description 3.1 Field of application and features ● API software interface The SIMATIC RF680M mobile reader is supplied with an API software interface that can be used by customized user programs. ● Additional functional units for the SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader All other functional units of SIMATIC RF680M, such as barcode scanners and WLAN can be accessed via the interfaces supplied by the PSION device manufacturer. The descriptions and development tools can be obtained from the PSION websites.
Description 3.2 Design Accessories The charging and docking station (including wide-range power supply unit, 100 to 240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz) for recharging the battery and connecting to PCs via USB port must be ordered separately. This station has a charging bay for an additional replacement battery. See Ordering data (Page 99). 3.
Description 3.3 Antenna and antenna field 3.3 Antenna and antenna field Read head with integral antenna The antenna is housed in the read head ① under a cover. Figure 3-1 Read head with antenna Direction of propagation of the high-frequency field The write/read area for transponders is located on the end face as well as on the top and bottom of the front section of the enclosure. The antenna of the RF680M is linearly polarized.
Description 3.3 Antenna and antenna field The following figure shows the positioning of transponders in front of the antenna. The maximum working range is achieved above and below the read head.
Description 3.
Power supply 4.1 4 Inserting the battery The mobile reader's battery is located on the rear of the unit. Steps for inserting the battery 1. Turn the screws on the rear of the device in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover at the side where the screws are: 2. Hold the battery at an angle when inserting so that the side of the battery with the direction arrow is inserted into the battery compartment first (see the depiction of the arrow).
Power supply 4.2 Charging the device 4.2 Charging the device Complete charging of an empty battery takes approximately 5 hours. Starting the charging operation The charging operation is started as soon as you insert the mobile reader into the charging station. WARNING Explosion hazard when using a different charging station. Use only the original charging station from PSION. Use of another charging station can result in explosions and serious personal injury.
5 Commissioning 5.1 Scope of supply The scope of supply of the SIMATIC RF680M comprises the following components.
Commissioning 5.2 Switching the device On and Off 5.2 Switching the device On and Off Requirements for startup ● The mobile reader SIMATIC RF680M is mounted ● The device battery is charged and inserted in the device (see chapters Charging the device (Page 18) and Inserting the battery (Page 17)). Note Before switching the device on for the first time, you must insert the reader into the charging unit and charge it for approximately five hours.
Commissioning 5.3 Recommendations for first commissioning Requirement The reader is connected to the PC. Procedure Copy all the data from the directory "Flash Disk" to your PC. See also Chapter Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader (Page 88) NOTICE Do not delete files with the extension ".PFL" Files with the extension ".PFL" in the "Flash Disk" directory are used to restore the status that existed at the time of the last back-up and must therefore not be modified or deleted.
Commissioning 5.4 Basic settings in the operating system All changes, e.g. a new password for the operating system, are now stored in the back-up secure against power failure. See also System reset (Page 93) 5.4 Basic settings in the operating system 5.4.1 Operating modes Operating modes The SIMATIC RF680M device has two operating modes: 1. "Supervisor Mode" Configuration and settings for the SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader. 2. "User Mode" Default mode.
Commissioning 5.4 Basic settings in the operating system 5.4.2 Adjusting the acoustic signal volume The tag functions trigger an acoustic signal indicating whether the operations were successful or were terminated with an error. You can switch these acoustic acknowledgements/signals on and off and you can regulate their volume.
Commissioning 5.
6 Operation 6.1 The keypad 6.1.1 Key functions Table 6- 1 Key functions Overview of the keypad Item Key label Function If you first press the blue key, the function of other keys is changed. Similar to the key in the Windows operating system. Scanning of tags ④ Blue Shift key: Changes the function of other keys to that shown by the blue labeling ⑤ Moves the cursor to the right or down at specific intervals.
Operation 6.2 The Touch display Overview of the keypad 6.1.2 Item Key label Function ⑪ Orange Shift key: Changes the function of other keys to that shown by the orange labeling ⑫ Arrow keys Enable navigation to the left, right, up and down in the display. ⑬ If you first press the blue key, the function of other keys is changed. Corresponds to the key in the Windows operating system.
7 Software overview 7.1 Software applications Two software applications are available to you in SIMATIC RF680M: ● The software "RF680M" of the standalone product SIMATIC RF680M The application program "RF680M" is primarily intended for use in the service and test fields for reading and writing tags in RFID applications. ● The software "RF-MANAGER" With the application software "RF-MANAGER", the SIMATIC RF680M device becomes an integral component of that of SIMATIC RF-MANAGER.
Software overview 7.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1 Prerequisites for working with the software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1.1 Necessary components 8 WLAN module Communication with the runtime system of RF-MANAGER is performed over a radio link. The SIMATIC RF WLAN module is required for this purpose. Barcode scanner When reading of bar codes is configured in the engineering system of RF-MANAGER, you will need the accessory SIMATIC RF barcode scanner for the SIMATIC RF680M device.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1 Prerequisites for working with the software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1.3 Preconditions for parameterization of the WLAN connection ● The mobile reader must be ready for operation (the battery is charged). ● The mobile reader must contain a WLAN card. ● A WLAN connection must exist between the reader and the network of the PC, e.g. via an access point. ● Information regarding the WLAN settings must be available. ● The operating mode of the mobile reader must be set to "Supervisor".
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1 Prerequisites for working with the software "RF-MANAGER" Note An automatic reader search is not possible in the Engineering System The automatic reader search via "Project > Reader configuration > Communication settings" does not function in the case of mobile readers. 8.1.5 Parameterizing the WLAN card in the SIMATIC RF680M mobile reader Two examples are given below for the procedure that you can follow for configuring the WLAN card of SIMATIC RF680M.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.1 Prerequisites for working with the software "RF-MANAGER" 7. Then click the button "WEP keys/PSKs". Enter the encryption code and confirm with "OK". 8. Click the "Commit" button to confirm the settings. 9. In the "Main" tab, under "Active config", select the profile that should be active. 10.To activate these changes, change to the device to the "Powerdown" mode by pressing the blue key and the on/off button at the same time for approximately 7 seconds.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.2 Application mode "Remote" 8.2 Application mode "Remote" In application mode "Remote" that is configured via the Engineering System in RF-MANAGER, the SIMATIC RF680M mobile reader has the properties of a stationary reader. This means that the acquired data are only displayed on the reader and transferred to RF-MANAGER. You are not able to acknowledge or reject the acquired data in SIMATIC RF680M. 8.2.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" In application mode "Mobile" that is configured via the Engineering System in RF-MANAGER, you can check the read data for validity in the SIMATIC RF680M mobile reader and reject any faulty reads. Only that data which you have acknowledged will be transferred to RF-MANAGER.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Read Data You can edit the data scanned from an RFID tag via the "Data" button. The following chapters contain detailed information about this. Delete data You can reject any data that has been incorrectly acquired via the "Delete" button. 8.3.2 The data editor Prerequisites for working in the data editor In order to process tag data, a tag must have been scanned by the SIMATIC RF680M device and its tag ID must be indicated in the display.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Interface structure of the data editor User interface Item Description ① Menu bar ② Indication of the tag ID ③ Drop-down list box with the transponder-specific memory areas (e.g. EPC, TID, USER) that are displayed in the data field. ④ Length of the data area (the field can be edited when "Total" is not checked) ⑤ Data field The data can be displayed in either hexadecimal, decimal or ASCII format.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" The "current area" Current area Description When "Total" is not checked, the area is displayed that is specified in the fields "Address" and "Length". You can reach the individual addresses using the input pen. If you change the values, they will have a green background. The green background remains until the data are transferred/written to the transponder.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" ● TID: Memory area for tag ID (tag identifier) The area is read-only. ● Reserved: Memory area for access password and kill password The area may be read only (manufacturer-specific).
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.2.1 Progress and timeout display The tag functions carry out communication with the transponder.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.2.2 Read tag Note Distance limits between the tag and the reader Please observe the maximum distance limits between the reader and the tag when reading a tag. These depend on the: • Tag type • Ambient conditions / fixing method of the tag. Under favorable conditions, the limit distances are 250 cm. For additional information, see Technical data (Page 97).
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Figure 8-5 "Read All" button Note ID check It is checked for all tags before any read or write procedure whether the tag ID displayed in the editor corresponds to the ID of the tag that is located in the field of the SIMATIC RF680M. If this is not the case, time-out will be displayed after 20 seconds. See also Settings (Page 80) 8.3.2.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Writing the complete tag If all memory areas of the tag are to be completely read or written together, set the check mark for "Complete". With this function you can display the complete size of the selected memory area. If the check mark is set for "Complete", "Read all" and "Write all" are displayed on the buttons.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Application mode Function File Tag Tools Remote Open - Mobile Edit Tag - X Description Load file from the integral PSION "Flash Disk" directory to the work memory. Save Tag - - X Save read-in tag data to the "Flash Disk" directory. Save Tag As - - X Save read-in tag data to the "Flash Disk" directory.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.4 The functions in the "File" menu 8.3.4.1 Overview of file functions The following file functions are available that you can select in the menu via "File": ● Open (with "Edit Tag" function) ● Save Tag (with "Edit Tag" function) ● Save Tag As (with "Edit Tag" function) ● Exit Figure 8-7 8.3.4.2 The file functions Open The function is available in the application mode "Mobile" when "Edit Tag" has been activated in RF-MANAGER.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.4.3 Save Tag / Save Tag As The functions are available in the application mode "Mobile" when "Edit Tag" has been activated in RF-MANAGER. Via "File > Save", you can save data currently displayed in the editor of the reader to a file on the SIMATIC RF680M. If you select "Save", the current file will be replaced; if you select "Save Tag As", you can select a new directory or a new file name.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu 8.3.5.1 Overview of tag functions The following tag functions are available that you can select in the menu via "Tag": ● Scan (with "Edit Tag" function activated) You can switch to data acquisition by selecting this function (seeAcquire data and transfer it to RF-MANAGER (Page 34)).
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.5.2 Write ID You can change the ID of a tag using the function "Write ID". Select "Tag > Write ID" for this purpose. The following window is displayed. Figure 8-9 "Write ID" window Enter ID Enter the desired ID. It must be possible to divide number of ID characters by four. Transferring the ID to the transponder Click the "OK" button to transfer the ID to the tag.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.5.3 Locking data areas You can lock a tag by means of the "Lock Tag" function. Select "Tag > Lock Tag..." for this purpose. The following window is displayed.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" ● The identifier "r/w" defines password protection for reading/writing ● The identifier "w" defines password protection for writing (reading is permitted) ● The identifier "p" specifies permanent locking All the possible combinations of "r/w", "w" and "p" are listed in the table below complete with their significance for the different memory areas.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" ● "Kill password": The kill password can be read and written by the "Secured" state, but not by the "Open" state. You must know the access password of the tag to read or write the kill password. ● "Access password": The access password can be read and written from the "Secured" state, but not from the "Open" state. You must know the access password of the tag to read or write the access password.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" The following window is displayed. Figure 8-11 Kill tag 8.3.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu 8.3.6.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.6.2 Password for the RF-MANAGER application. As an option, you can assign a password for the RF-MANAGER application. Select "Tools > Password" from the menu. Figure 8-13 Password 1. Enter a password with up to 8 characters under "New Password". 2. Then enter the password again under "Confirm password". 3. Select the "OK" button. The password is now set. All write functions to a tag are now protected by this password.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" 8.3.6.3 Reader status Version statuses and settings of the RF600 read/write device can be read out with the "Reader Status" function. ● API version ● Model (US or EU) ● Firmware version of the RFID module. Figure 8-14 8.3.6.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Procedure for selecting the language Select the desired language in the "Language selection" window of the "Tools > Language" menu and confirm with "OK". Figure 8-15 8.3.6.5 Language selection window Settings You can make the following settings using this function ● Specifying the write and read area of a tag ● Setting data formats Select "Tools > Settings" to parameterize these settings.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Settings under "Format" You can set different formats (for the editor, data, address and length) under "Format" that are explained below.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" Hex Dec ASCII ● Effect of the settings under "Address" and "Length" When the check mark is missing, you can enter decimal data here. If you subsequently set the check mark, the data will be converted into hexadecimal format. Depending on the format setting, the values will be changed in the editor.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.3 Application mode "Mobile" ● "READ.XML" If the setting "READ.XML" is selected, the same file READ.XML is always updated each time tag data is read. ● "Tag_xxx.XML" If the setting "Tag_xxx.XML" is selected, a new file with the name TAGxxx.XML is created each time tag data is read. "xxx" is replaced by the ID of the read tag. If a tag with the same ID is read again, the corresponding file is overwritten. "READ.XML" is set as the default value. 8.3.
The software "RF-MANAGER" 8.
9 "RF680M" software 9.1 Overview of functions When the SIMATIC RF680M application starts up, the screen for scanning tags appears on the display. You can then scan tags or call a function from the menu. Function File Tag Shortcut Open - Save Tag - Save read-in tag data to the "Flash Disk" directory. Save Tag As - Save read-in tag data to the "Flash Disk" directory. Save List As - Save list of scanned tag IDs. Append List - Append list of scanned tag IDs from a directory.
"RF680M" software 9.3 The data editor 9.3 The data editor Prerequisites for working in the data editor In order to process tag data, a tag must have been scanned by the SIMATIC RF680M device and its tag ID must be indicated in the display. See Chapter Scanning RFID tags and their tag ID (Page 65). The transponder data can be edited in the editor window in hex, ASCII or decimal format. You can toggle between the two in the "Tools > Settings" menu. (See Settings (Page 80)).
"RF680M" software 9.3 The data editor The "current area" Current area Description If "Complete" is not checked, the area is displayed that is specified in the fields "Address" and "Length". You can reach the individual addresses using the input pen. If you change the values, they will have a green background. The green background remains until the data are transferred/written to the transponder. The color green therefore indicates that the actual tag data differs from the values visible in the editor.
"RF680M" software 9.4 The functions in the "File" menu ● TID: Memory area for tag ID (tag identifier) The area is read-only. ● Reserved: Memory area for access password and kill password The area may be read only (manufacturer-specific).
"RF680M" software 9.4 The functions in the "File" menu ● Append List ● Exit Figure 9-1 9.4.2 The file functions Open You can load a file via "File > Open" if the file was saved beforehand with the command "File > Save" or if it was transferred from the PC to the "Flash Disk" directory of the SIMATIC RF680M (also see Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader (Page 88)). All the files of the "Flash Disk" folder are displayed.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu 9.4.5 Append List When you have already saved a list of scanned tags and you want to expand them, select "File > Append list" in the menu. The old data are not overwritten in this case, but simply added to. The size of the list is limited to the available storage space. 9.4.6 Exit You can exit the SIMATIC RF680M program using "File > Exit" or the key. You then reach the WinCE operating system level of the PSION Workabout Pro.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu 9.5.2 Scanning RFID tags and their tag ID To scan one or more tags and their IDs, click the "Scan" button. You can also activate the "Scan" function by other means: ● Via the keystroke combination ● Via "Tag > Scan" in the menu, then click the "Scan" button ● Via the white buttons mounted on the side of the device. See Chapter Key functions (Page 25) Key(s) ③.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Further processing of scanned tags To process the data scanned from a tag, click the "Data" button or select "Tag > Data" from the menu. You can read the tag data, write new data to the tag or copy the tag data. Note Tags without tag ID If a tag does not have a tag ID, it cannot be scanned and indicated. 9.5.3 Progress and timeout display The tag functions carry out communication with the transponder.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Timeout display in the case of the tag function If the tag remains unedited for longer than 20 seconds, the function is interrupted and a message window appears: Figure 9-6 Timeout display You can now stop the command completely with "Yes" or continue it with "No". If you continue, the interrupted command is continued at the point of interruption. 9.5.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Read tag data If you click the "Read" button in the data editor (or press ), you can read the data from the tag. The read-in data appears in the editor.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu See also Settings (Page 80) 9.5.5 Writing to the tag Write tag data If you click the "Write" button in the data editor (or press ), you can write the data that is currently displayed in the editor to the tag.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Note ID check It is checked for all tags before any read or write procedure whether the tag ID displayed in the editor corresponds to the ID of the tag that is located in the field of the SIMATIC RF680M. If this is not the case, time-out will be displayed after 20 seconds. See also Settings (Page 80) 9.5.6 Copying tag data You can use this function to transfer data, for example, from one tag to another.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu 9.5.7 Write ID You can change the ID of a tag using the function "Write ID". Select "Tag > Write ID" for this purpose. The following window is displayed. Figure 9-9 "Write ID" window Enter ID Enter the desired ID. It must be possible to divide number of ID characters by four. Transferring the ID to the transponder Click the "OK" button to transfer the ID to the tag.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Select "Tag > Lock Tag..." for this purpose. The following window is displayed. Figure 9-10 Lock Tag In the "Mask" line, you can select the following transponder-specific memory areas: ● "Kill": Kill Password ● "Acc": Access Password For memory areas EPC, TID and user memory ● "EPC": EPC memory ● "TID": TID memory ● "Usr": User memory "Lock" The entries under "Mask" determine which function is executed in the action area.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu The tag has the status "Open" when it has been identified (access without password) and "Secured" when its access password has been evaluated. w p Description 0 0 The associated memory area can be written in both the "Open" and "Secured" states. 0 1 The associated memory area can be permanently written in both the "Open" and "Secured" states and can no longer be locked.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu For detailed information, please refer to"EPCglobal-Specification for RFID Interface" (EPCTM Radio-Frequency Identity Protocols Class-1 Generation-2 UHF RFID Protocol for Communications at 860 MHz - 960 MHz, Version 1.0.9) Displaying and executing the "Lock Tag..." function The current status of the action bit of a tag cannot be scanned. If the specified function cannot be executed, an error message will not be output directly from the tag.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu 9.5.10 Tag Type Selection If you want to select the tag type, proceed as follows: Select "Tools > Tag Type". The following window is displayed. Figure 9-12 Window for tag type selection Different types of tag are supported: Tag type 1) Corresponding exemplary RF600 tags EPC_GEN2_(ISO18000-6C) RF630L RF620T EPC_GEN2_240Bit RF680T RF630L_03 RF640T_GEN2 1) Siemens tags can be selected directly.
"RF680M" software 9.5 The functions in the "Tag" menu Select the corresponding tag.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu 9.6.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu 9.6.2 Password for the SIMATIC RF680M application As an option, you can assign a password for the SIMATIC RF680M application. Select "Tools > Password" from the menu. Figure 9-15 Password 1. Enter a password with up to 8 characters under "New Password". 2. Then enter the password again under "Confirm password". 3. Select the "OK" button. The password is now set. All write functions to a tag are now protected by this password.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu 9.6.3 Reader status Version statuses and settings of the RF600 read/write device can be read out with the "Reader Status" function. ● API version ● Model (US or EU) ● Firmware version of the RFID module. Figure 9-16 9.6.4 Reader status Reader settings With the "Reader settings ..." function you can make the following settings: ● Change the reader's antenna performance ● Set the modulation pattern of the radio profile ● "Initial Q" value setting.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu The "Reader Settings" window opens: Figure 9-17 9.6.5 Reader settings Settings You can make the following settings using this function: ● Setting scan mode ● Specifying the write and read area of a tag ● Setting data formats. Select "Tools > Settings" to parameterize these settings.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu Settings in "Scan mode" Here, you can choose between single tag and bulk scanning. ● With "Single Tag", the tags are only scanned until a tag ID is detected. ● With "Bulk", the device will constantly try to scan additional tag IDs (until time-out or manual interruption of the command). This setting is appropriate, for example, if you are searching for a specific tag in a field that contains several tags.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu Hex Dec ASCII ● Effect of the settings under "Address" and "Length" If there is no check mark, you can also enter decimal data here. If you subsequently set the check mark, the data will be converted into hexadecimal format. Depending on the format setting, the values will be changed in the editor.
"RF680M" software 9.6 The functions in the "Extras" menu ● "READ.XML" If the setting "READ.XML" is selected, the same file READ.XML is always updated each time tag data is read. ● "Tag_xxx.XML" If the setting "Tag_xxx.XML" is selected, a new file with the name TAGxxx.XML is created each time tag data is read. "xxx" is replaced by the ID of the read tag. If a tag with the same ID is read again, the corresponding file is overwritten. "READ.XML" is set as the default value.
"RF680M" software 9.7 The functions in the "Help" menu 9.7 The functions in the "Help" menu 9.7.1 Overview of "Help" menu The "Help" menu contains the following function that you can select via "Help": "About": Figure 9-21 "Help" menu Using "Help > About" you can obtain information on the following points: ● Information about the device: EU or US version ● Software version ● Manufacturer of the application Siemens AG 9.
"RF680M" software 9.8 Application example Prerequisites for working with transponders: Set tag type Select the appropriate transponder type using "Tools > Tag Type". Figure 9-22 Window for tag type selection Confirm with . Scan tag To scan the tag and its ID, press the white key on the side of the device or click the "Scan" button on the display. The following window is displayed. Figure 9-23 Scan tag To read, write or copy the tag data, click the "Data" button.
"RF680M" software 9.8 Application example Save tag ID list To save the list of all scanned tags, select "File > Save List As" in the menu. Select a directory and name the file. It will be saved in XML format. Read tag To read the data of the scanned tag, select the "Read" button in the data editor (or ). The read-in data appears in the editor. Write to the tag When writing data to the scanned tag, the data that is currently displayed in the editor is written to the tag.
Advanced functions 10 When you are using the SIMATIC RF680M as a stand-alone product or in "Mobile" operating mode (configured as editable through the "Edit Tag" function in RF-MANAGER), you can use the extended functions of the SIMATIC RF680M that are described below. 10.1 File storage on the RF680M Storing the read tag data using the data editor The data read from the tag are automatically stored on the mobile reader to a file with the name "READ.xml" in the "Flash Disk" directory.
Advanced functions 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader 10.2.1 Prerequisites If you want to access the supplied files and documentation, please not the following prerequisites: ● USB driver for PSION Workabout Pro ● You will find the USB driver – of PSION (http://www.psionteklogix.com). – On the CD "RFID Systems Software & Documentation" (Order No.
Advanced functions 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader Opening the RF680M workstation via Explorer and Mobile Device: Select "Mobile Device" in Explorer: Figure 10-1 Opening the RF680M workstation via Explorer Then select the "Flash Disk" folder. Opening the RF680M workstation via ActiveSync and "Explore" Select the button "Explore" (button for German installation: "Durchsuchen") to access ActiveSync on the device.
Advanced functions 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader Opening the RF680M workstation / "Flash Disk" directory Then select the "Flash Disk" directory and open it: Figure 10-3 Select the Flash Disk folder The following window is displayed. Figure 10-4 Flash disk folder There you will find the file "READ.XML" and the files you have stored with the extension ".XML". You can now drag and drop or copy these files from the drive of the RF680M to the PC drive.
Advanced functions 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader XML structure of the read or written tag data ① Selected tag type ② Tag ID ③ Data area of the tag ④ Start address of a 4-byte block (decimal format) ⑤ Value of the 4 bytes of a data area (decimal format).
Advanced functions 10.2 Data transfer between the PC and mobile reader XML structure of the tag ID list ① Structure that has arisen from the initial "Save List". Two tags are read. ② Device ③ Tag type ④ Tag ID ⑤ Structure that has arisen from the second save of "Append List". Three tags are read.
Advanced functions 10.3 The automatic power-saving function 10.3 The automatic power-saving function The SIMATIC RF680M has an automatic shutdown function. This is activated if no key on the reader is pressed for approximately three minutes. In addition, the "SIMATIC RF680M" software has a further power-saving function. If no tag is detected for 20 seconds after starting a tag command, or if the tag currently being edited exits the field for longer than 20 seconds, the current tag command is interrupted.
Advanced functions 10.4 System reset Performing a system reset and importing a back-up file You can activate a system reset via "Start > Shutdown > Cold Reset". The most recently saved back-up file will then be copied back in. Please note that during a "Cold Reset", the device restarts twice. To restore a backup, replace all the data in the "FlashDisk" directory with your backup copy and then run a system reset.
11 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Problem recovery The display goes blank when reading/writing. The battery or the batteries of the reader are empty. Insert the device into the charging and docking station or insert new batteries. The display is blank after switching on. The battery or the batteries are empty. Insert the device into the charging and docking station or insert new batteries. Error messages appear that are not defined anywhere.
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12 Technical data Processor Intel Xscale PXA270- 624 MHz, ARM RAM 256 MB ROM 1 GB Flash ROM User program RF680M.exe Screen Color Touch Display, 480 x 640 pixels, portrait Keypad Alphanumerical Sound Piezo signal transmitter Power supply Lithium-ion battery (3.7 V; 3300 mAh) for rapid charging; automatic switch-off Interfaces LIF interface (low insertion force interface) for battery charging and communication with PC (USB) Operating system Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.
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13 Ordering data Component Order No. Mobile reader SIMATIC RF680M with integrated RFID read/write unit for RF600 ETSI: 6GT2813-0BC00 FCC: 6GT2813-0BC10 Accessories Order No. SIMATIC RF reader charging/docking station. Charging station for Workabout PRO Incl.
Ordering data SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader 100 Operating Instructions, 06/2011, J31069-D0241-U001-A2-7618
A Appendix A.1 Certificates and approvals Certificates and approvals Description Certificates CE approval to R&TTE Approvals FCC GM3UHFCA3A5 Federal Communications Commission A.2 Ordering components for advanced functions The advanced functions of the SIMATIC RF680M reader require additional components from PSION Teklogix that are not supplied by Siemens. If you require these components for your application, please contact PSION direct or its representative in your country.
Appendix A.4 Service & support The addresses are found on the following pages: ● In Internet (http://www.siemens.com/automation/partner) ● In Catalog CA 01 ● In Catalog ID 10 specifically for industrial communication / industrial identification systems Technical Support You can access technical support for all IA/DT projects via the following: ● Phone: + 49 (0) 911 895 7222 ● Fax: + 49 (0) 911 895 7223 ● E-mail (mailto:support.automation@siemens.com) ● Internet: Online support request form: (http://www.
Appendix A.4 Service & support Training center We offer appropriate courses to get you started. Please contact your local training center or the central training center in D-90327 Nuremberg. Phone: +49 (0) 180 523 56 11 (€ 0.14 /min. from the German landline network, deviating mobile communications prices are possible) For information about courses, see the SITRAIN homepage (http://www.sitrain.com).
Appendix A.
Glossary API Application Programming Interface (programming interface) Byte A group of eight bits form a byte. CE mark Communauté Européenne (product mark of the European Union) EPC Electronic product code MDS Mobile data memory (see transponder) RAM Random Access Memory Read/write devices (SLG) See readers Readers Readers ensure fast, secure data transfer between mobile data storage units and higherlevel systems. The data, energy included, are transmitted across an electromagnetic alternating field.
Glossary RFID systems SIMATIC RF identification systems control and optimize material flow and production sequences. They identify reliably, quickly and economically, use non-contact data communication technology, and store data directly on the product. They are also resistant to contamination. Tag See transponder TID Transponder identification number Transponder An invented word from transmitter and responder.
Index A Accessories, 13, 99 ActiveSync, 89 Application example, 84 Automatic shutdown, 20 Automatic switching off, 20 B Backlighting, 23 Backup battery, 18 Battery Charging, 18 Inserting, 17 Level of charge, 18 C Charging Battery, 18 Contact partner, 101 Conventions, 7 Copying Tag data, 70 Courses, 103 Creating a back-up copy, 20 Current area, 37, 61 D Data editor Interface structure, 36, 60 Data transfer Reader - PC, 88 Delivery status Restore, 93 Design SIMATIC RF680M, 13 Directories, 87 Display Progr
Index Charge indicator, 13 Level of charge, 18 List, 63 List tag ID, 63 Reader status, 53, 79 Recommendations for first commissioning, 20 Remote, 33 Mode, 33 M S Mobile Operating mode, 34 Save, 45, 63 Scan Of tags, 65 Scan mode, 80 Scope of supply, 19 Set menu language, 54, 83 Settings Format, 54, 80 Read and write area, 54, 80 Tag scanning mode, 80 Shift keys, 26 Shortcuts, 59 Software Overview, 27 Start "RF680M" software, Starting the software "RF-MANAGER", Switching on the device, 20 System reset,
Index U USB driver, 88 User applications, 101 User mode, 22 V Volume Acoustic signals, 23 Volume of acoustic signals, 23 W Write Tag data, 41, 69 Tag ID, 47, 71 Writing tags, 41, 69 X XML file in Excel, 92 XML structure List tag ID, 92 Tag data, 91 SIMATIC RF680M Mobile Reader Operating Instructions, 06/2011, J31069-D0241-U001-A2-7618 109
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