Quick Reference Guide Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650 for the Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer
Published February 2009 Part number 805-05802-901 Rev A Documentation for Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650 for CK61G Copyright © 2009 Savi Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Unpublished - rights reserved under the Copyright Laws of the United States. EchoPoint, Savi, Savi SensorTag, Savi SmartChain, Savi SmartStart, Savi Technology, Savi’s Nested Visibility, SaviTag, SmartChain, the EchoPoint Logo, and the Savi Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Savi Technology, Inc.
Contents 1 About the Savi SMR-650-216 Mobile Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hardware Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Savi SMR-650-216 and Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer . . . . . . . . . 8 Reader Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 UHF Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 LF Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About the Savi SMR-650-216 Mobile Reader The Savi® SMR-650-216 Mobile Reader is a portable radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that communicates with Savi RFID tags. The Savi SMR-650-216 Mobile Reader attaches to the Savi Boot Adapter and is factory-installed on the Intermec® CK61G Mobile Computer. The adapter is installed at the factory and cannot be purchased separately. The reader is positioned at an angle to the mobile device to improve tag read performance.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide • USB data cable (USB-A to USB-B) 2 meters in length • Universal power supply, 12VDC, 50W, FW5012 • Country-appropriate power cord • Small screwdriver to remove the plastic boot adapter cover • Savi SmartChain Mobile 5.3 for Windows Mobile 5, preinstalled • User Manuals Available hardware accessories include the portable Zebra® printer and connector.
Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650-216 and Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer enclosed in a soft case: 7
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Savi SMR-650-216 and Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer The following graphic illustrates the CK61G Mobile Computer with the SMR-650 attached. The pouch encloses a cable with a DB-9 connector for attaching the CK61G Mobile Computer to a serial printer.
you can store the plastic cover from the base of the Savi Boot Adapter in the pouch. WARNING: If the CK61G Mobile Computer is removed from the docking station, you must reinstall the plastic cover when using the CK61G Mobile Computer in an incendiary environment. Reader Communication The SMR-650 Reader has an ultra high frequency (UHF) transceiver and low frequency (LF) transmitter that communicate with all Savi RFID tags via the UHF and LF antennas. Your software determines if you use UHF or LF commands.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide LF Mode LF mode is controlled by the software running on the mobile computer. LF mode is compatible only with Savi tags. To use LF mode, you must turn it on in your software. Refer to SmartChain Mobile 5.3 User Guide. With your software, you can use LF mode to perform short-range communications up to 3 feet (.91 m).
Docking and Charging the Intermec CK61G The Savi Boot Adapter lets you dock and charge the mobile device. You do not need to remove the soft case to dock the CK61G. To dock the Intermec CK61G: 1. Connect the AC power cord to the power supply. 2. Connect the power supply to the dock charger and plug it into an AC power outlet. 3. Unzip the two zippers that connect the lower section of the soft case to the upper section.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide 4. Unsnap the snaps that connect the lower section of the soft case to the upper section. 5. When the lower section of the soft case is free, fold it up out of the way of the Savi Boot Adapter on the bottom of the Intermec CK61G.
Intermec CK61G ships with a plastic NI (Non-Incendive) protection cover on the boot adapter connector. 6. Before docking the Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer, use a screw- driver to remove the plastic NI cover and store it in the pouch. WARNING: If the CK61G Mobile Computer is removed from the docking station, you must reinstall the plastic cover on the boot adapter when using the CK61G Mobile Computer in an incendiary environment. 7.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide 8. Press down until you feel the adapter engage the dock charger. If the battery needs charging, the battery status LED is red when the connector is seated fully. The mobile device is now connected, and begins charging through the dock charger. The battery status LED changes to green when the battery is fully charged.
Optional Charging Method Without the Docking Station The mobile device can be charged without the docking station. 1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 of “Docking and Charging the Intermec CK61G” on page 11. 2. Pull back the protective rubber cover. Insert the DC power cable. WARNING: If the CK61G Mobile Computer is removed from the docking station, you must reinstall the plastic cover on the boot adapter when using the CK61G Mobile Computer in an incendiary environment.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Resetting the SMR-650-216 When exposing the base of the reader, handle the Savi SMR-650-216 gently as it is physically connected to the mobile device by its cable. The reset contacts on the SMR-650-216 are located in the pinholes on the unit as illustrated next.
Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer Keys Power Press the Power button to turn on the Intermec CK61G and start Windows Mobile. When on, pressing the power button puts the Intermec CK61G into a power-saving mode that preserves power to memory and other vital features, but suspends power to most hardware. Press the Power button again to resume normal operation. If the mobile computer stops responding to input or you need to restart a Savi application, you can perform a soft reset.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Intermec CK61G Mobile Computer Keypad Optimizing the SMR-650 Reader Tag Collection Range To optimize the Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650-216 tag collection range, make sure the mobile device is perpendicular to your body. Hold it so the reader is upright at approximately a 45° angle and you can easily see the mobile device screen. With the Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650-216 in this position, you can collect most tags within an omni-directional pattern of 200 feet (61m).
Factors that can limit the SMR-650-216 reader collection range include: • Obstructions such as multiple walls, chained areas, solid-core doors, and enclosures • RF interference from other equipment such as computers, cellular phones, walkie-talkies, elevators, electrical motors, or other RF-emitting devices • Reflection from the ground and from nearby objects • Position and orientation of the SMR-650 reader • Metal or RF-absorbent surface on the tracked item • Tag location relative to the SMR-650
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Optimal CK61G Mobile Device Battery Life Savi recommends the following settings to optimize the battery life of the attached Savi SMR-650-216 (pre-configured at the factory). The settings are listed here in the event they need to be reset. 1. Turn on the mobile device. 2. Tap Start > Settings. 3. Select the System tab. 4. Tap Backlight. On the Battery Power tab: • Check Turn off backlight if device is not used for and select 5 min.
• Under Automatic Backlight Control, select Turn Off In Bright Light. On the Keyboard tab under Keyboard Backlight, select Always Off 5. Tap ok to close the Backlight window. 6. Tap Intermec Settings. 7. Tap Device Settings. 8. Tap Power Management. • Under Battery Power > Device turns off after =, select 5 minutes. • Under Battery Power > Screen turns off after =, select 5 minutes. • Under External Power > Device turns off after =, select Disabled.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Contacting Savi Support Services If you cannot find the information you need, contact Savi Support Services. • Check http://supportcenter.savi.com for contact information. • Send an email to help@savi.com. • Call 1-888-994-7284 (North America only) or 1-650-316-4760 between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific time.
Specifications Specification Description Model Number C K61-KIT-C-531 Active handheld RFID interrogator using the Intermec CK61G and SMR-650 Physical Dimensions: CK61G: 8.7 in. (222 mm) x 3.5 in. (90 mm) x 2.1 in. (55 mm). SMR-650: 6.3 in. (158.8 mm) x 2.5 in. (63.5 mm) x 1 in. (25 mm) Weight: Total 31.2 ounces (885 g); CK61G: 24.8 ounces (704 g); SMR-650: 6.4 ounces (181 g) Display: Transflective TFT w/ LED backlight: 3.8 in.
Savi SMR 650-216 Quick Reference Guide Specification Description Barcode Type: Integrated 2D area imager Supported Symbologies: Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, S 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Code 128, Code 93, Code 93i, Codabar, Codablock, MSI, Plessey, UPC, EAN/EAN128/GS1, ISBT128,Code 11, RSS, Telepen, PDF417, Micro PDF417, Micro PDF417, Maxicode, Datamatrix, QR Code Software Operating System: Windows Mobile 5.
