Scorpion I Reader User’s Guide RF Code, Inc. Publication: 03801674-01 Issue Date November 8, 2001 January 23, 2002 February 6, 2002 Comment Revision Initial Release Added P/N’s of added equipment Added FCC Disclaimer and Motion tag P/N detail is the trademark of RF Code, Inc. 1250 South Clearview Ave. Mesa, AZ 85208 (480) 969-2828 www.rfcode.com Copyright 2001 RF Code, Inc.
Scorpion I Reader FCC Certification Information to User: - Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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.
Scorpion I Reader b. FCC ID: N3S2001B02 for: i. 13 second Spider Tag P/N: 05101297-07 ii. 25 second Spider Tag P/N: 05101297-20 iii. 50 second Spider Tag P/N: 05101297-21. c. FCC ID: P6F2001B03 for: i. 2 second Scorpion ii. 5 second Scorpion iii. 10 second Scorpion iv. 15 second Scorpion I Tag I Tag I Tag I Tag P/N: P/N: P/N: P/N: 05101297-26 05101297-27 05101297-28 05101297-29. d. FCC IDs: P6F2001C04 for: i. Scorpion I Tags with motion sensor P/N 05101677-01 (containing PCB level P/N 02021663-01) ii.
Scorpion I Reader Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 1 2 PURPOSE............................................................................................................................ 1 3 SCOPE................................................................................................................................. 1 4 SCORPION I READER..............................................
Scorpion I Reader 1 Introduction The RF Code Scorpion I System is an RFID monitoring system designed to report tags within defined reader operating ranges. The system utilizes “beacon” tags that periodically report their presence with an encoded radio transmission. The Scorpion I Reader is a dual channel radio receiver tuned to the Scorpion I Tag transmission frequency. The Scorpion I includes a Client Bridge as the interface between the Scorpion I Reader and an Ethernet network.
Scorpion I IIIAR Reader 4 Scorpion I Reader The Scorpion I Reader contains the internal components of an RF Code Scorpion I Reader and an Ethernet Client Bridge and is housed in a 12” x 8.5” x 2” painted, aluminum chassis with screw-on cover. The reader works with Scorpion I Tags that periodically transmit an encoded radio signal identity.
Scorpion I Reader 1. While in active mode, the light flashes at random indicating the reader has read one or more tags each time it flashes. Because the reader can decode tags faster than the light can be turned on and off, a single flash may indicate more than one tag being decoded. When the Scorpion I Reader is using the auto-registration mode, the activity light flashes may indicate auto-registration activity prior to reporting tag IDs to the network. 2.
Scorpion I IIIAR Reader Power On/Off Switch supplies power to the reader. The switch is on when it is in the 1 position. Blue White Black Power Transformer has a three-pin keyed connector used to supply power from the power source to the reader. The power transformer supplied with the Scorpion I provides the reader with 18 volts AC. The power transformer plugs into a standard 110 – 125 VAC wall outlet.
Scorpion I Reader 4.2 Scorpion I Reader Internal Settings The Scorpion I Reader has three major components inside the enclosure: • Scorpion I Reader printed circuit board (PCB); • Power Supply PCB; and, • Ethernet Client Bridge. All three components have physical configuration capabilities that affect how the reader works.
Scorpion I IIIAR Reader commands to the embedded Scorpion I Reader in the chassis. Instructions for the Scorpion I Reader’s operation using RF Code’s Concentrator LI are found in the Concentrator LI user’s guide; RF Code publication number 0380140011. To implement a feature required in the Scorpion I’s operation, the reader is supplied with an empty battery holder. Batteries are not used in the Scorpion I application. Do not install batteries in the battery holder.
Scorpion I Reader If wireless Ethernet is used, plug the wireless PCMCIA card into the Client Bridge while the unit’s power is turned off. Do not attempt to use the wired RJ45 connection at the same time the wireless PCMCIA card is plugged in. 4.3 Scorpion I Reader Antennas The type of antennas used and the reader’s range setting determine the effective read range. The normal reader range features are defined using ¼ wave helical antennas. These antennas are appropriate for most reader applications.
Scorpion I IIIAR Reader 4.4 Scorpion I Reader Environmental Limits Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating humidity Storage humidity -20 + 60° C -40 + 75° C <95% Non-condensing at 50° C <98% Non-condensing at 50° C The Scorpion I Reader enclosure is designed to meet the requirements of NEMA 12 indoor installation standards. 4.5 Scorpion I Reader Mounting This reader mounting discussion defines the reader antenna’s mounting locations.
Scorpion I Reader 14.15 14.00 13.25 12.25 1.125 Power Switch Chassis Mounting Tab 2.00 8.75 Reader Antenna Connections Wireless LAN Antenna 2.0 Figure 4 Scorpion I Physical Mounting Dimensions 4.6 Scorpion Tags This reader operates in conjunction with Scorpion tags that periodically transmit a radio frequency encoded identity. This transmission is intended to be received the reader, decoded, and passed on to the system database for processing. Copyright 2001 RF Code, Inc.
Scorpion I IIIAR Reader Problem Analysis This is a brief list of potential problems, with possible solutions, that may be encountered while using the Scorpion I Reader. If the problem cannot be resolved using this remedy chart, please call the distributor from which you obtained the Scorpion I System for help in resolving the problem.
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