Dot-433 Dual-Active RFID Tag Installation Manual © 2007, Axcess International, Inc. 750.017.
Contents Notices Information provided in this manual is a result of the design and development of Axcess International, Inc. products and is subject to change without notice. It applies only to current Axcess International, Inc. RFID systems. No part of this manual may be reproduced, translated or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without the prior written consent of Axcess International, Inc. Responsibilities • Axcess International, Inc.
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Contents Table of Contents General Installation Information .................................................5 Safety................................................................................................................................. 5 Information Flags ............................................................................................................... 5 Dot-433 System Overview............................................................6 History.....................................
General Installation Information Safety • Personal safety is of first importance in the performance of any job. • Installation and configuration of the Dot-433 system should only be performed by experienced installers. • Where practical or required by code, all wiring should be enclosed in conduit or equivalent protection, firmly anchored to sturdy structural elements and protected from mechanical damage. • Hand tools should be of good quality and properly maintained.
Contents Dot-433 System Overview History Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems have existed for many years. Initially, systems were developed so that military aircraft and ships could be quickly identified by electronic methods. Radio equipment (transponder) on a plane or vessel would broadcast a coded signal to identify it as a friend to an appropriate receiving station. A plane or vessel not able to transmit the correct identification would be considered a possible enemy.
Contents A Dot system may be as simple as a single activator, receiver and Thin Plex Antenna controlling the front door of a small office or it may comprise a network of interconnected devices controlled by a server.
Contents Dot Tag Overview A Tag is a very small transponder (transmitter + responder) that remains in a sleep state (off) until awakened. When the Tag receives a special wake-up signal from the activator, the Tag will wake up (turn on) and emit a radio signal of its own. The signal emitted by the Tag is typically its pre-programmed identification number – but could include other data as well. The signal is generally used for detection, identification and location of people or objects.
Contents Tag Mounting Because of the low frequency used for transmission, Dot Tags can be mounted in a variety of positions on assets and vehicles without the signal being blocked. Personnel can carry Tags on chains, clips, pockets or purses.
Contents Mounting a Tag to an Asset Some electronic devices (for example, laptop computers) generate radio frequency emissions (noise) that may cause the tag to exit the “sleep” mode and continue to examine the “noise”. This unintended wakeup (but not transmission) could result in unnecessary battery drainage. Use the following procedure for mounting a Tag to an asset to prevent this from occurring: Step 1: Turn on the laptop or other asset and ensure that the device is on.
Contents Step 12: Carefully position the Tag onto the marked area of the asset, applying pressure for the time specified in the instructions. Note: Only an extreme level of prevention is a guarantee against loss or damage at the hands of a determined thief. However, when assets are tagged as described here, they will remain tagged for tracking purposes even under heavy industrial or business usage.
Contents Mounting Tags to Vehicles Required Materials • LED Tag • Mounting materials – Velcro tape, double-sided tape, Mylar enclosure • Washable marker or pencil Mounting locations The first choice for mounting a Tag in a vehicle is on the upper left or upper right side of the back window. Tags should be mounted on the side that is closest to the receiver's whip Antenna.
Contents Step 1: With the car out of range of the Road Loop Antenna, sit in the car and locate a spot about 3 inches from the dashboard and hold LED test tag there. Step 2: Turn on the car while watching the LED to see if it turns on. (Note: this usually happens only in older vehicles with very noisy alternators.) Step 3: If the Tag turns on, move the tag up ½ inch and repeat test until the Tag no longer turns on.
Contents Tags and Personnel Required Materials • Mounting materials – clips, chains, etc. Personnel Tags can be threaded onto a chain, placed in a pocket, or hooked on a clip. A picture ID card can fit in the Tag’s recess.
