User Guide SASL™ (Signal Acquisition & Source Location unit) RF Controls Intelligent Tracking and Control System (ITCS™) ITCS-A-2xx Family Models ITCS-A-200 ITCS-A-202 SASL Installation Guide V2.13 - Part # ITCS-A-100-001v1.
Introduction This SASL™ User Guide provides the basic information needed to install an individual SASL antenna unit. This guide is not intended to provide instructions for installing, configuring and calibrating the RF Controls Intelligent Tracking and Control System (ITCS™). Detailed instructions are provided in the Technical Manual (ITCS-A-100-002) and Programmer’s Reference Guide (ITCS-A-100-003).
SASL OVERVIEW SASL is a multi-protocol, multi-regional Radio Frequency Signal Acquisition & Source Location unit, which is used to Identify and locate RFID tags operating in the UHF 860 – 960 MHz frequency band. A number of SASL units may be used together with an ITCS Location Processor to form an Intelligent Tracking and Control System (ITCS). SASL comprises an embedded multi-protocol, multi-regional RFID reader/writer transceiver connected to the patented steerable phased array antenna system.
INDICATOR LIGHTS Reader Indicator Lights The SIRIT INfinity 610 is equipped with four status indicators located on the top of the enclosure.
Installation MECHANICAL INSTALLATION Each model of the ITCS-A-2xx family of SASL units is mounted slightly differently. SASL units weigh up to 100 lbs (46.3 kg), so it is important to ensure that the structure, to which the SASL is to be attached, is of sufficient strength. The SASL may be ceiling mounted, wall mounted or attached to a suitable stand.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION Electrical installation requires the connection of two plugs: AC Mains Input AC mains input is an IEC connector as shown in figure 3. Connect the provided IEC mains cord to the power supply and plug it in to a suitable mains outlet. Note that the mains outlet must be located in close proximity to the SASL and must be accessible to enable easy disconnection of the mains supply to the SASL in case of emergency or when servicing.
WARNING The SASL is not user serviceable. Dis-assembly or opening the SASL will cause damage to its operation, will void any warranty and may invalidate the FCC type approval NON IONIZING RADIATION This unit incorporates a Radio Frequency Transmitter and should therefore be installed and operated so as to avoid exposure of any persons to unsafe emissions. The FCC requires that any antenna, which includes the SASL, be mounted so that a separation distance of at least 23cm is provided from all persons.
MULTIPLE SASL UNITS CONFIGURED AS AN ITCS Figure 4 shows how two or more ITCS-A-2xx SASL units may be connected via an Ethernet network to an ITCS Location Processor. One Location Processor and multiple distributed SASLs operate collaboratively to form RF Controls’ Intelligent Tracking and Control System (ITCS™). In this example two SASL units have been attached to the network. Combinations of the various model SASL units may be mixed and matched as required to suit a particular installation.
Software The SASL is provided with a basic test program on a CD, to run on a Microsoft™ Windows® equipped Personal Computer. The program enables you to carry out a number of basic tests. See the Technical Manual, ITCS-A-100-002 for further instruction on Software usage. APPLICATION INTERFACE The SASL uses an International Standard, Application Program Interface (API) as defined in ISO/IEC 24730-1. Further details of the API and commands are contained in the Programmer’s Reference Guide.
Specifications General ITCS-A-200 ITCS-A-202 UHF band: 860 – 960 MHz1 Adjustable from 0.1 to 4 Watts EiRP Frequency RF Radiated Output Power Regulatory Compliance FCC, CFR47 Part 15.
Safety Instructions This unit emits Radio Frequency non-ionizing radiation. The installer must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not create an RF field in excess of that permitted by the Health and Safety Regulations applicable to the country of installation. Setting RF Output Power Enter the desired RF output power as a percentage of the maximum power into the Set Power box. Click the set Power button.
Statement of Compliance with R&TTE directive RF Controls, LLC hereby declares that it’s ITCS-A-200, and ITCS-A-202 products are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of European Directive 1999/5/EC. The original Certificate of Conformity is available at www.rf-controls.com The SASL products and individual BESPA components are protected by one or more US and International Patents pending.
