Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL FCC ID: NDXISOMAXIV Preliminary OPERATION MANUAL RID)))))((( R ISO MAX IV The RID)))))(((® ISO MAX IV is a portable, high-performance Radio Frequency Tag reader. It is designed to read RID)))))(((® and other Tags. This manual describes the use of the Portable Reader ISO MAX IV. The RID)))))(((® ISO MAX IV reader and the RID)))))(((® Tags, are according to ISO Standard 11784/11785 and are DATA products.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 Preliminary INDEX _________________________________________________________________ 1. Description 2. Operation 2.1. Reading a code 2.1.1. Power ON 2.1.2. Reading a transponder 2.1.3. Code saved to memory 2.1.4. Code read and send to the computer 2.1.5. Transfer of codes to the PC 3. Managing the menu. How to enter into the menu window 3.1.1. 3.1.2. 3.1.3. 3.1.4. 3.1.5. 3.1.6.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary 1. Description Antenna Display Menu buttons Power ON & Start Reading button USB or RS232 communication Accumulator charger plug Fig.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Jmj/27Sept2004 2. Operation Although the ISO MAX IV was designed for easy use we recommend that you read this manual carefully in order to be familiar with all its useful features. 2.1. Reading a code with ISO MAX IV: 2.1.1. Power ON Make sure that the charger is not connected to the reader. Pass your hand through the handle and use your thumb to push the start button in the top left corner of the panel. Start Fig.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Jmj/27Sept2004 Mem: ON Indicates that any transponder read will be saved in the memory. The capacity off the memory is 2000 codes with date and time saved with the code number. See chapter 3.1.1. memory functions menu window for more information. 2.1.2. Reading a transponder In order to read, press the start button again. The display will show the following: Fig. 4 *reading* means that your reader is searching for a transponder (tag).
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Jmj/27Sept2004 If other code FDX-A are read the display will show the type or category of this transponder. IDI: 7 012 345 97F Fig. 6 Type displayed are: - IDI for Destron, Avid, PETRAC and similar - TVN for Trovan, AEG, and similar If no transponder has been found, the display will show the following (“Tag not found”): Fig.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 Preliminary 2.1.5. Transfer of codes to the PC All the code saved in the memory can be send to the computer by a button the ISOMAX IV menu. Please refer to chapter 3.1.6. SERIAL DUMP. All code read are sent to the communication link instantaneously. Please refer to chapter 4.1. Real time communication for more information.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Jmj/27Sept2004 3. Managing the menu. How to enter into the menu window Power on the reader by pushing the start button. (Please ref. To chapter 2.1.1). Push the round button to enter into the menu. Menu button (ENTER) Left button Down button Fig. 8 The display will show the menu window: Fig. 9 Note: If the button menu is pushed and no action is done the main the ISOMAX IV will switch to the main window after a few seconds. 3.1. 1.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary 3.1.2. Browsing the memory Move to the BROWSE function window by pushing on the down button. Once selected the BROWSE function push the menu button to enter the BROWSE window. The display will show the following window: Fig. 11 The window shows 6 codes at once. The tool bar (reverse video) shows the date and the time of 1 code which correspond to the 1 selected. The code in tool bar is used also for the memory features.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Fig. 12 To clear the memory press the menu button, to avoid clearing the memory move to the OK with the right button and press the menu button. To exit the MEMORY functions menu window, position the cursor on OK (if not already) and press the menu button. To exit the MENU position the cursor on EXIT (if not already) and press the menu button. Note: If there is no action for several seconds the menu windows closed and set on the main window.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Move to the ON OFF FEATURES function window by pushing on the down button. Move to the FEATURES using the right button and press the menu button to enter the FEATURE window. The display will show the following window: Fig. 14 MEMORY HIT is used to inform you how many times a code is in the memory. When you read a transponder the “code hit: “ above the tool bar indicates how many times this code is saved already in the memory.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Jmj/27Sept2004 The display will show the following window: Fig. 15 To exit the MEMORY functions menu window, position the cursor on OK (if not already) and press the menu button. To exit the MENU position the cursor on EXIT (if not already) and press the menu button. Note: If there is no action for several seconds the menu windows closed and set on the main window.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary Press the Right button to position the cursor to the OK to exit the CLOCK menu. To exit the MENU position the cursor on EXIT (if not already) and press the menu button. Note: The time can be changed using the utility TiMax (for p.c.). TiMax can be found in the supplied CD.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 4. Preliminary Connection to an Host or PC There are two interests to connect the ISO MAX IV to a Host: 1) By sending a code to a terminal or P.C. in real time (immediately after being read) 2) By downloading the saved codes from the ISOMAX IV memory into the host. See chapter 3.1.6. SERIAL DUMP There are two types of ISOMAX IV communications: 1) USB 2) RS232 The USB communication requires an installation of the USB drivers.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary The data will be sent directly to the host without protocol. The format of the data is 29 characters ASCII + carriage return + line feed. Any terminal or P.C. will accept this format. 4.2. Download the saved code from the ISOMAX IV and an host. See chapter 4. for the communication connection. Open program HYPERTERMINAL.EXE on your PC. Open a receive file into your terminal and then do a SERIAL DUMP or send a ASCII command from the host.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 5. Preliminary Battery (Accumulator) 5.1. Battery indicator The battery indicator is located to the right of the display. See fig. 3. In this manual the term battery or accumulator is used. The ISOMAX IV is equipped with cells Li-ion high quality accumulator. These cells are in the reader and part of the electronic module. 5.2. Recharging the accumulator To recharge the battery, connect the accu charger has into the socket at the bottom of the reader.
Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 6. Preliminary Care of your reader Ensure that the reader does not get damaged by dropping it onto a hard surface nor by subjecting it to very wet conditions. If the outer casing of the reader becomes soiled it can be cleaned with a slightly humid cloth, at first having ensured that it is not connected to the charger. If for any reason the reader malfunctions please do not attempt to repair it, but return it for repair to your local dealer.
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Reader ISOMAX IV OPERATION MANUAL Jmj/27Sept2004 Preliminary Appendix: Do you have problems in identifying an animal ? The reading distance is too short The maximum reading distance is obtained with the transponder (tag) oriented perpendicularly to the antenna and aimed at the center of the antenna coil. If the tag is implanted into an animal its orientation may not be optimal and therefore the reading distance may be reduced.
Reader ISOMAX IV Jmj/27Sept2004 OPERATION MANUAL Preliminary INFORMATION TO USER This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
