Introduction 1 Safety instructions 2 SIMATIC Ident Description 3 RFID systems Mobile reader SIMATIC RF360M/RF660M Commissioning 4 "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5 Maintenance and service 6 Technical specifications 7 Appendix A Service & Support B Mobile reader SIMATIC RF360M/RF660M Operating Instructions 08/2022 C79000-G8976-C660-02
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Table of contents 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 5 2 Safety instructions ................................................................................................................................. 7 2.1 General safety information .................................................................................................. 7 2.2 Security recommendations ...............
Table of contents 6 7 A B Maintenance and service .................................................................................................................... 77 6.1 Cleaning and maintenance ................................................................................................ 77 6.2 6.2.1 6.2.2 6.2.3 Software updates/installations ........................................................................................... 78 App update and installations ............................
1 Introduction Purpose of these operating instructions These operating instructions contain information required for commissioning and using the SIMATIC RF360M or RF660M (consisting of the RF160B base device and an RF360H or RF660H head module). The documentation is aimed at commissioning engineers, configuring engineers and operators who commission, set up/configure and work with the mobile readers.
Introduction Decommissioning Decommission the device properly to prevent unauthorized persons from accessing confidential data in the device memory. To do this, reset the device to the factory settings. Recycling and disposal The products are low in harmful substances, can be recycled and meet the requirements of the Directive 2012/19/EU for disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites.
Safety instructions 2.1 2 General safety information NOTICE Use of original parts only To operate the mobile reader and the docking station, only original power supply units that can be ordered from Siemens and batteries approved by Siemens may be used! The use of impermissible components can result in the destruction of the mobile reader or the docking station. CAUTION Risk of explosion of the battery The mobile reader has a lithium-ion battery.
Safety instructions 2.2 Security recommendations NOTICE Maximum permissible transmit power Maximum permissible transmit power in the frequency band: • WLAN: – Max. 100 mW in 2.4 GHz band – Max. 200 mW in 5 GHz band • RFID: Max. 42 dBµA/m at 10 m distance (mag. field strength) CAUTION Damage to retina due to camera flash Do not flash the camera directly into the eyes of persons in the vicinity or your own eyes, as this could damage the retina.
Safety instructions 2.2 Security recommendations Software (security functions) • Keep the software up to date. Keep yourself informed regularly about safety updates for the product. You can find information about this at Link: (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity). • For compatibility reasons, the pre-installed Web browser contains both weak and strong TLS encryption algorithms. For security reasons, protect your server against the use of weak encryption algorithms with corresponding measures.
Safety instructions 2.3 Protocols 2.3 Protocols Secure/non-secure protocols • Use only secure protocols when access to the device is not secured by physical protection measures. The following protocols provide secure alternatives: HTTP → HTTPS • To prevent unauthorized access to the device or network, set up appropriate safeguards against non-secure protocols. • Enable only the services (protocols) that will actually be used on the device. The same applies to the installed interfaces/ports.
Safety instructions 2.4 Security information 2.4 Security information Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks. In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
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3 Description The SIMATIC RF360M and RF660M mobile readers consist of a SIMATIC RF160B base device and a head module. Depending on the head module used, the reader can be operated in the HF (RF360H: SIMATIC RF200 and RF300) or in the UHF frequency range (RF660H: SIMATIC RF600). Area of application These devices expand the RFID systems with powerful mobile HF or UHF readers for applications in the areas of logistics, production and service.
Description Scope of delivery and accessories The scope of delivery of the SIMATIC RF160B base device includes a battery and a retaining strap. For operation, you also need a HF or UHF head module suitable for your conditions of use (HF: RF360H / UHF: RF660H), as well as a charging/docking station. The product scope is expanded by a pistol handle and a battery that can be ordered separately. You can find information and order data for these products in the section "Order data (Page 91)".
Description Features Head modules Transmission speed ≥ 800 byte/s (depending on the transponder protocol) 400 kbps Readable transponder protocols • ISO 15693 / ISO 18000-3 • ISO 18000-62 • RF300 (proprietary) • ISO 18000-63 • ISO 14443 (MOBY E, MIFARE Classic) • EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 Compatible transponders All RF300T, MDS D and MDS E transponders that ...: • All transponders and smart labels of the RF600 product family.
Description Mobile reader SIMATIC RF360M/RF660M 16 Operating Instructions, 08/2022, C79000-G8976-C660-02
Commissioning 4.1 4 Commissioning (hardware) Before the first commissioning of the mobile reader, make sure that the battery inserted in the reader in the factory is fully charged. You can charge the battery by placing the reader in the charging/docking station. To do this, connect the charging/docking station to the power supply using the power supply unit provided and insert the reader in the charging/docking station. 4.1.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) Interfaces The charging/docking station has three interfaces, as well as two charging interfaces for the mobile reader and spare batteries. Figure 4-1 Interfaces of the charging/docking station ① USB interface (type A) ② Ethernet interface (RJ45; 10/100 Mb) ③ Power supply interface (DC socket; hollow plug) 4.1.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) 4. Remove the battery by lifting it upwards from the bottom of the device ②. Figure 4-2 Removing the battery 5. Insert the battery downwards at an angle into the battery compartment ③ so that the contacts of the battery touch the contacts of the reader. 6. Then press the battery downwards on the underside of the device ④. Make sure that the latch (metal clip) engages. Figure 4-3 Inserting the battery 7.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) 4.1.3 Charging the battery You have a number of options for charging the battery of the mobile reader. The charging/docking station has two charging cradles. You can charge the reader battery with the left-hand charging cradle and a spare battery with the right-hand charging cradle. Procedure: Charging the reader battery To charge the reader battery, you must insert the bottom of the reader vertically into the lefthand charging cradle.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) Follow these steps to remove a spare battery from the charging/docking station: 1. Open the latch by pressing the spare battery downwards at an angle into the charging/docking station ①. 2. Then remove the spare battery upwards ②. Figure 4-6 Removing a battery from the charging/docking station Reading the charge level of the batteries You can read the charge level of the batteries via the two LEDs on the top of the charging/docking station.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) 4.1.4 Replacing the head module To be able to read out transponder data using the mobile reader, you need to attach a head module suitable for your usage conditions to the reader. The SIMATIC RF360H head modules were designed for use in the HF range, while the SIMATIC RF660H head modules were designed for use in the UHF range. Properties of the "SIMATIC RF360H" HF head modules You can read and write transponders in the 13.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) When the HF head module with antenna connector for external antennas is used ("6GT28031FA10"), the transponder must be kept in front of the module. Properties of the "SIMATIC RF660H" UHF head module You can read and write transponders in the frequency range from 865 to 928 MHz using the UHF head modules.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) ① Working range ≤ 60 ° in front of the UHF head module (with horizontal alignment of the transponder axis) ② Optimum transponder alignment to the mobile reader (maximum range) ③ Alternatively transponder alignment to the reader (range reduced by approx.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) Procedure: Attaching the retaining strap Follow these steps to attach the retaining strap to the mobile reader: 1. Turn or lay the reader on its front. 2. Push or pull the retaining strap upwards from the bottom through the upper retaining strap hook. Figure 4-10 Pushing/pulling the retaining strap through 3. Connect the retaining strap loop to the bottom of the reader. Figure 4-11 Attaching the retaining strap loop 4.
Commissioning 4.1 Commissioning (hardware) Procedure: Removing the retaining strap Follow these steps to remove the retaining strap: 1. Turn or lay the reader on its front. 2. Open the Velcro fastener of the retaining strap. 3. Loosen the retaining strap loop at the bottom of the reader. 4. Pull the retaining strap out from the upper retaining strap hook. 4.1.
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) Procedure: Removing the pistol handle Follow these steps to remove the pistol handle: 1. Press the sides of the handle downwards, from the front towards the back of the mobile reader ①. 2. Guide the handle out of the upper retaining strap hook ②. Figure 4-14 Removing the pistol handle 3. If necessary, re-attach the retaining strap. 4.1.7 Camera There is a 5 MP autofocus camera with flash/lighting on the rear of the mobile reader.
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) Switching off/restarting To switch the mobile reader off, hold down the On/Off button on the right of the reader for three seconds ( ). After the three seconds, a dialog will appear on the right of the display with the options "Switch off", "Restart" and "Screenshot". Press the "Switch off" button to switch off the reader. Alternatively, you can of course also restart the reader using the corresponding button.
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) The display goes dark during the emergency power supply. Once the battery has been inserted again, the display becomes active again automatically. 4.2.3 Reader buttons The mobile reader has three buttons. Table 4- 4 Description of the reader-buttons Button Position On/Off button On the right of the reader.
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) Table 4- 5 LED Meaning of the status LED display LED status Meaning On/Off The reader is switched on or starting up. On/Off Idle mode of the reader is active. Charge The reader battery is being charged. Charge No battery detected. Charge The battery level is low and the battery should be charged soon.
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) SystemApp Using the "SystemApp", you can read out various Android-based device, memory, network and battery information relating to the reader. NTP server Android operating systems usually need Internet access to synchronize the device clock. By default, Android synchronizes its clock with the time server "2.android.pool.ntp.org".
Commissioning 4.2 Commissioning and operation (software) WLAN (SIMATIC RF160B) NOTICE Do not establish a WLAN connection Do not establish a WLAN connection with the device. If you do establish a WLAN connection, make sure that it is a secure connection. The mobile reader has a WLAN module via which the reader can be integrated in an existing WLAN. As is usual with Android operating systems, you can define the network settings of the reader via the system settings of the operating system.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.1 5 Starting the app After the mobile reader has been switched on and started, the home screen of the operating system is shown on the display. The "SIMATIC Mobile Reader for RFID" app ("SIMATIC Mobile Reader" for short) and this manual are stored on the home screen as PDF file. Click on the app to open it. Depending on the connected head module, the corresponding app version for the HF (SIMATIC RF200 and RF300) or UHF (SIMATIC RF600) frequency range is opened.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) 5.2.1 Menu overview and functions Once you have started the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app, the home screen of the app is displayed. You can call the three menus of the app as well as the "Settings" menu via the home screen. Using the menu, you can scan for transponders and edit them. In the menu "Settings" , you can configure the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app.
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"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) 5.2.2 Functions 5.2.2.1 "Scan" menu In the "Scan" menu, you can scan the antenna field of the reader for transponders. Figure 5-2 "Scan" menu This menu is split up into two areas. A list of the detected transponders is shown in the upper area. In the bottom area, you can perform scans.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Properties of the transponder list The transponder list displays the detected transponders as well as information on their acquisition. Table 5- 2 Properties of the transponder list Property Description Protocol Transponder protocol with which the detected transponder works.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) 5.2.2.2 "Tag Editor" menu In the "Tag Editor" menu, you can read data from a target transponder, change it and write to the target transponder (EEPROM and OTP memory area).
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Table 5- 4 Functions of the "Memory editor" tab Functions/ parameter Description Memory area Drop-down list to select the memory area within which you want to change or write the data of the target transponder. The memory areas that can be selected depend on the transponder protocol with which the transponder located in the antenna field works.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) File editor In the "File editor" tag, you can transfer transponder data saved in the mobile reader onto the transponder located in the antenna field. Figure 5-4 "Tag Editor > File editor" menu Table 5- 5 Functions of the "File editor" tab Functions/ parameter Description Target tag Memory path The UID of the transponder located in the antenna field is displayed in this area.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Functions/ parameter Description Format Display of the input format of the data to be written. • Write HEX Hexadecimal input format. Hyphens are entered automatically. Button to execute the write operation "Transfer transponder files" requirements • The function "Tag content save as..." in the menu "Settings > Logbook" was enabled.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Init In the "Init" tab, you can initialize a transponder or overwrite the entire memory area of the transponder.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) 5.2.2.3 "Tag Info" menu In the "Tag Info" menu, you can read out all relevant information on the transponder located in the antenna field. Figure 5-6 "Tag Info" menu Table 5- 7 Information of the "Tag Info" menu Information Description Target tag The UID of the transponder located in the antenna field is displayed in this area. All of the following information relates to this transponder.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Information Description Lock status Specification of the lock status of the OTP memory area The specification is provided per memory block. One memory block contains 4x 4 or 2x 8 bytes. Size of a memory block Number of memory blocks 5.2.3 • 0: No block is written or locked. • 1: The 1st block (address 0xFF80 ... 0xFF83) is written or locked. • 2: The 2nd block (address 0xFF84 ... 0xFF87) is written or locked.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Tag In the "Tag" tab, you can specify or restrict which transponder protocols/types are detected by the mobile reader. Restriction of the transponder types to be read increases the reading speed and may simplify work because only the desired transponder types are detected and displayed.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Logbook In the "Logbook" tab, you can enable the memory card with which the transponder data of all read transponders is automatically saved in the mobile reader. You can also enable/disable the logbook function and export and reset the logbook. Figure 5-8 "Settings > Logbook" menu Table 5- 9 Functions of the "Logbook" menu Functions Description Tag content save as...
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Functions Description Scan logbook Activate Slider for enabling/disabling the logbook If this function has been enabled, all results of the scan operation are entered in the logbook. Note that the logbook is created as ring buffer (for up to 8,000 individual transponders). Note: This function corresponds to the "Logging activated" parameter in the "Scan" menu. Logbook created Display of when the logbook was created.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Figure 5-9 "Settings > Update" menu You can find detailed information on the update in the section "Software updates/installations (Page 78)".
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Other In the "Other" tab, you can configure general reader settings, e.g. relating to acoustic signals or power-saving functions. Figure 5-10 "Settings > Other" menu Table 5- 10 Settings of the "Other" menu Functions Sound Scan Module Switch off when...
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.2 Functions of the HF app variant (RF360M) Functions Description Factory settings Button for resetting the mobile reader to factory settings With this function, the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app is reset to the factory settings. The data saved on the device (e.g. log files) is not deleted in this process. To delete this data, you need to reset the operating system or delete the data manually.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.3 General notes on working with the UHF app version Information Description Reader firmware version MCon version Hardware type Version specification of the reader firmware of the head module Hardware version Ftim Presence Third-party software Head module licenses 5.3 Version specification of the module controller of the head module interface.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.3 General notes on working with the UHF app version • TID Contains information on the manufacturer and transponder type, as well as a unique serial number. This information serves the purpose of unique transponder identification. • USER A freely usable memory area that can be written with user-defined data. This memory area is optional and is not present with all transponder types. Example Transponders with the chip NXP UCODE 7 have a USER memory area with 2048 bits (e.g.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) 5.4.1 Menu overview and functions Once you have started the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app, the home screen of the app is displayed. You can call the three menus of the app as well as the "Settings" menu via the home screen. Using the menu, you can scan for transponders, edit and locate them. In the menu "Settings" , you can configure the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app.
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"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) 5.4.2 Functions 5.4.2.1 "Scan" menu In the "Scan" menu, you can scan the antenna field of the reader for transponders. Figure 5-14 "Scan" menu This menu is split up into two areas. A list of the detected transponders is shown in the upper area. In the bottom area, you can perform scans.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Properties of the transponder list The transponder list displays the detected transponders as well as information on their acquisition. Table 5- 13 Properties of the transponder list Property Description Color code Based on the color code of the transponder, you can determine whether the detected transponder is currently in the antenna field of the reader or not.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions/ parameter Description Tags found Output field that shows the number of transponders found in the currently running or most recently started scan operation. Output field that shows the number of transponders found per second in the currently running or most recently started scan operation. Button to start/stop scanning Note: Scanning is automatically stopped after 120 seconds to avoid overheating of the head module.
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"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Write In the "Write" tab, you can change data of a memory area and write it to the target transponder. Figure 5-16 "Tag Editor > Write" menu Table 5- 15 Functions of the "Write" tab Functions/ parameter Description Target tag Password The EPC ID of the selected target transponder is displayed in this area.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions/ parameter Description Format Drop-down list to select the input format of the data to be written. • DEC Decimal input format. Numbers from 0 ... 255 are allowed. • HEX • ASCII6 Hexadecimal input format. Hyphens are entered automatically. ASCII6 input format. All characters compliant with VDA 5500 are allowed. • Start (bytes) Length (bytes) Data to be written Write ASCII8 ASCII8 input format.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Read In the "Read" tab, you can read data from a target transponder. Figure 5-17 "Tag Editor > Read" menu Table 5- 16 Functions of the "Read" tab Functions/ parameter Description Target tag Password The EPC ID of the selected target transponder is displayed in this area.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions/ parameter Description Format Drop-down list to select the output format of the data to be read. • DEC Decimal input format. Numbers from 0 ... 255 are allowed. • HEX • ASCII6 Hexadecimal input format. Hyphens are entered automatically. ASCII6 input format. All characters compliant with VDA 5500 are allowed. • Start (bytes) Length (bytes) Tag data of the selected memory bank Read ASCII8 ASCII8 input format.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Disable In the "Disable" tab, you can adapt the access rights for individual memory areas (lock/unlock) and 'destroy' the transponder. Figure 5-18 "Tag Editor > Disable" menu Table 5- 17 Functions of the "Disable" tab Functions/ parameter Description Target tag Password Change password The EPC ID of the selected target transponder is displayed in this area. Input box for the Access/Kill password.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions/ parameter Description Backup mode Drop-down list to select the backup mode: • Unlock Unlock the selected memory area It may be necessary to input the Access password for this action. • Lock Lock the selected memory area It may be necessary to input the Access password for this action. • Permanent unlock Permanently unlock the selected memory area It may be necessary to input the Access password for this action.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) 5.4.2.3 "Locate" menu In the "Locate" menu, you can find out the position of a transponder. The principle on which this functions is comparable to a metal detector. The nearer you get to the transponder, the faster the frequency of the signal sound becomes and the higher the RSSI signal strength is displayed. Figure 5-19 "Locate" menu This menu is split up into two areas.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Via the Info buttons, you can read out detailed information on the identified transponders in each case.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions of the menu Table 5- 19 Functions of the "Locate" menu Functions/ parameter Description Exact match / Starts with ... Option buttons for the match conditions of the EPC ID: Tag to be located Locate 5.4.3 • Exact match: Specification that the EPC ID of the detected transponder has to match that of the selected transponder exactly. • Starts with...
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Radio In the "Radio" tab, you can make specific UHF settings. Figure 5-20 "Settings > Radio" menu Table 5- 20 Parameters of the "Radio" menu Parameter Description Region Drop-down list to select the country profile valid for your region or country. The selection depends on the inserted head module. Drop-down list to select the desired radiated power with which the reader scans are performed.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Parameter Description Modulation scheme Drop-down list to select the modulation scheme Data transfer rates, radio profiles and codes with which the reader works are defined in the modulation schemes. The selection depends on the inserted head module.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Logbook In the "Logbook" tab, you can enable/disable the logbook function and export and reset the logbook. Figure 5-21 "Settings > Logbook" menu Table 5- 21 Functions of the "Logbook" menu Functions Description Activate Slider for enabling/disabling the logbook If this function has been enabled, all results of the scan operation are entered in the logbook.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Functions Description Export logbook Button to export the logbook The logbook is saved as *.csv file. You can find a detailed description of the procedure to export the logbook below the table. Button for resetting the logbook Reset logbook "Export logbook" requirements • The charging/docking station is connected to the power supply. • The mobile reader is in the charging/docking station.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Update In the "Update" tab, you can update the software of the head module interface (Mcon). Figure 5-22 "Settings > Update" menu You can find detailed information on the update in the section "MCon update (Page 79)".
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Other In the "Other" tab, you can configure general reader settings, e.g. relating to acoustic signals or power-saving functions. Figure 5-23 "Settings > Other" menu Table 5- 22 Settings of the "Other" menu Settings Sound Scan Locate Description Slider to enable/disable the scan sound If the function has been enabled, a signal sound is generated for each transponder identified during a scan operation.
"SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app 5.4 Functions of the UHF app variant (RF660M) Settings Switch off when... Factory settings Description Slider to enable/disable the head module If the function has been enabled, the head module is switched off automatically as soon as the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app goes to the background. This function is an energy-saving function to maximize the battery lifetime.
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Maintenance and service 6.1 6 Cleaning and maintenance During cleaning, place the mobile reader firmly on a surface (e.g. table) so that you have a secure hold and the mobile reader cannot slip from your hands. NOTICE Permitted cleaning agents Do not use any corrosive chemicals, cleaning solutions or aggressive cleaning agents. Display Turn the mobile reader off to clean the display because the display reacts to touch and the active program could be impaired or disrupted.
Maintenance and service 6.2 Software updates/installations 6.2 Software updates/installations 6.2.1 App update and installations You can update the "SIMATIC Mobile Reader" app of the mobile reader using an update file and a USB stick. You can find a current version of the update file on the Siemens Industry Online Support pages (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/14971/dl). Using *.
Maintenance and service 6.2 Software updates/installations 5. Click on the *.apk file and then the "Install" button. Note: Depending on the defined security settings of the reader, the "Installation disabled" dialog window can appear. – In this case, click the "Settings" button and enable the "Unknown origin" setting. – Confirm the change by clicking "OK". – On the bottom left, click the "Back" button to return to the installation process in the Total Commander. – Click on the *.
Maintenance and service 6.2 Software updates/installations 6. Select the update file (*.bin). 7. Click the button "MCon update". Result: The update is carried out. After the update is ended successfully, the module is restarted. 6.2.3 HF head module update (RF360M) You can update the reader firmware of the HF head module using an update file and a USB stick. You can receive a current version of the update file from Siemens Support. Requirements • The three update files (*.
7 Technical specifications 7.1 Technical specifications of the SIMATIC RF160B Table 7- 1 Technical specifications 6GT2003-0FA00 Product type designation SIMATIC RF160B Electrical specifications Power supply Quick-change battery Li-Ion with 22.8 Wh (6,000 mAh / 3.8 V) Charging time (0 ... 100%) • Device switched off 4 hours • Device switched on 5¼ hours Device runtime 5 to 10 hours 1) Hardware Processor NXP i.MX8M Mini, 4x Cortex A53 (4x 1.
Technical specifications 7.1 Technical specifications of the SIMATIC RF160B 6GT2003-0FA00 Software Operating system Android 9.0 User program SIMATIC Mobile Reader app WLAN standards IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/d/h/e/i/r/w/v (2.4 GHz/5 GHz) WLAN security WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, AES, TKIP, 802.1x authentication, IEEE802.11i (Personal and Enterprise), 802.1x authentication, 802.1x EAP, TLS, TTLS, PEAP, SIM, AKA, AKA-PRIME, PMK Caching Mechanical specifications Weight • Incl. battery • 400 g • Incl.
Technical specifications 7.2 Technical specifications of the HF head module SIMATIC RF360H 7.2 Technical specifications of the HF head module SIMATIC RF360H Table 7- 2 Technical specifications 6GT2803-1FAx0 Product type designation SIMATIC RF360H Radio frequency Operating frequency 13.56 MHz Electrical specifications Read range (max.
Technical specifications 7.3 Technical specifications of the UHF head module SIMATIC RF660H 7.3 Technical specifications of the UHF head module SIMATIC RF660H Table 7- 3 Technical specifications 6GT2813-1FAx0 Product type designation SIMATIC RF660H Radio frequency Operating frequency • UHF head module (ETSI) • 865 to 868 MHz • UHF head module (FCC) • 902 to 928 MHz • UHF head module (CMIIT) • 920.625 to 924.375 MHz Radiated power • UHF head module (ETSI) • 9 ... 400 mW EIRP; 9.5 ...
Technical specifications 7.4 Technical specifications of the charging/docking station 7.4 Technical specifications of the charging/docking station Table 7- 4 Technical specifications 6GT2003-0FB00 Product type designation Charging/docking station for SIMATIC RF160B Electrical specifications Power supply 100 ... 240 V AC (max. 1.0 A; 50 ... 60 Hz) Output voltage 15 V DC (36 W; 2.
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A Appendix A.1 Encryption methods (ciphers) The following tables list the encryption methods (ciphers) that the mobile reader uses.
Appendix A.2 Certificates & approvals A.2 Certificates & approvals Note Granted approvals on the type plate of the device The specified approvals apply only when the corresponding mark is printed on the product. You can check which of the following approvals have been granted for your product by the markings on the type plate.
Appendix A.3 Country-specific approvals A.3 Country-specific approvals If a device has one of the following marks, the corresponding approval has been obtained. Table A- 2 Country-specific approvals Marking Description CE according to RED directive 2014/53/EU CE according to RoHS directive 2011/65/EU Federal Communications Commission 1) Part 15 Clause 15.105: "Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix A.3 Country-specific approvals Marking Description Industry Canada Radio Standards Specifications CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • 1) This device may not cause interference; and • 2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Appendix A.4 Order data A.
Appendix A.3 Antenna Description Article number ANT 18 • incl. one integrated antenna connecting cable 0.6 m 6GT2398-1CA10 • incl. one integrated antenna connecting cable 3m 6GT2398-1CA00 ANT 18 (stainless steel variant) • without antenna connecting cable 6GT2398-1DA00 • incl. one plug-in antenna connecting cable 3m 6GT2398-1DA10 ANT 30 • incl.
97 Service & Support B Industry Online Support In addition to the product documentation, you are supported by the comprehensive online information platform of Siemens Industry Online Support at the following Internet address: Link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en/) Apart from news, you will also find the following there: • Project information: Manuals, FAQs, downloads, application examples etc. • Contacts, Technical Forum • The option to submit a support request: Link: (https://support.
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