128 UHF Reader User Guide Technology Solutions UK Ltd Suite C, Loughborough Technology Centre, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3GE, United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0) 1509 238248 Fax: +44 (0) 1509 220020 Email: enquiries@tsl.uk.
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Contents 1 2 3 4 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................4 Parts of the 1128 UHF Reader .......................................................................................................4 Alternative configuration of the 1128 UHF Reader .......................................................................5 Using the UHF Reader ....................................................................
1 Introduction Technology Solutions’ 1128 UHF Reader provides Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), with optional barcode scanning functionality. The unit can be used stand alone or paired with a Bluetooth host. It can be used with UHF transponders including the EPC Global Class 1 Generation 2 transponders. 2 Parts of the 1128 UHF Reader Micro USB connector Antenna release latch Status LEDs LASER LIGHT. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT.
3 Alternative configuration of the 1128 UHF Reader Micro USB connector Antenna release latch Slimline Grip Trigger Button UHF Antenna Status LEDs Figure 2: Parts of the 1128 UHF Reader Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 5 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
4 Using the UHF Reader 4.1 Battery Installation or Removal The battery is charged using the supplied micro USB lead and therefore is unlikely to need to be changed once installed. To access the battery compartment the grip handle must first be removed. Handle release slider Figure 3: Remove handle The battery compartment has a release latch. The direction to push is shown in the diagram below.
Figure 5: Slide handle off Figure 6: Remove Battery Cover Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 7 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
The battery contacts need to be face down at the top of the battery to meet the contacts shown in the image below. Battery contacts Figure 7: Battery Placement Figure 8: Battery in position Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 8 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
Once the battery is installed the actions to replace the cover are: Align the battery cover using the indents in the cover to the pips on the case Push the battery cover down into position Slide the grip handle back onto the main unit The release latches will audibly ‘click’ to indicate the grip handle is securely in place Figure 9: Replace Battery Cover Figure 10: Slide handle on Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at an
4.2 Antenna Installation or Removal The antenna can be detached from the main body of the reader. To remove the antenna, ensure that the reader is powered off, then move the release latch and antenna in the directions indicated in the diagrams below.
4.3 Locking the Antenna The antenna can be locked into position using an M2.5x5mm Torx pan head screw. Insert antenna locking screw here Figure 13: Antenna locking screw location Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 11 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
4.4 Charging and Micro USB Connection 4.4.1 Connecting the Micro USB cable The 1128 UHF Reader kit is supplied with a micro USB lead for charging and synchronisation. A USB PSU is also supplied for independent charging of the 1128 UHF Reader. The Micro USB connector is inserted into the 1128 UHF Reader as shown below. Figure 14: Attaching a Micro USB Cable Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.
4.4.2 Reader orientation when using Micro USB Cable When charging the 1128 UHF Reader with a slimline grip, it is important to rest the device in an orientation that does not put pressure on the cable or port. Figure 15: Micro USB cable and UHF reader orientations Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 13 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
4.5 Button Operation The 1128 UHF Reader has a Primary button action and a Secondary button action which can be initiated by different button clicks: By default, the Primary action scans for UHF transponders, whilst the Secondary action initiates the laser barcode scanner (Barcode scanning is only available with the 2D Imager Antenna variant). Which operation is performed depends on the way in which the button is pressed. The Single and Double press button options are also programmable. 4.5.
4.6 Reading Transponders RFID transponders can be read when they are in range of the antenna. The antenna is located on the front of the 1128 UHF Reader. The range at which a transponder can be read depends on the transponder type and size, and the number of transponders in the field.
4.7 Status LED The status LEDs on the top of the 1128 UHF Reader provides an indication of the operating status of the 1128 UHF Reader. LED Status Blue slow flash (50% on, 50% off) The reader is awake but there is no connection Blue constant The reader is awake and the reader is connected to a host Short Green flash The reader has successfully read a tag or barcode or executed the alert command.
5 Bluetooth Connection 5.1 Compatible Apple product models: Made for: 5.2 Other compatible products: The 1128 Bluetooth Handheld UHF RFID Reader is compatible with many other Bluetooth enabled host devices including Android, Windows CE, Windows Mobile 5/6.1/6.5 and Windows XP/Vista/7/8. Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.
5.3 Setting up a Bluetooth connection with an Apple product Awaken the 1128 UHF Reader by squeezing the trigger, which is confirmed by the flashing of the blue LED. To pair with your iOS device, navigate to the Bluetooth option within the Settings menu on your iOS device. The Bluetooth settings are in different places in iOS 5 & iOS 6: 5.4 View list of Bluetooth Devices (iOS 5) iPad® : Go to the Settings App.
iPod®/iPhone®: Go to the Settings App. Tap the General settings row Tap on the Bluetooth row to be taken to the Bluetooth settings Figure 20: Select General settings Figure 21: Select Bluetooth settings Figure 22: List of devices in Bluetooth settings Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.com © Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 2013 Page 19 of 29 1128 UHF Reader User Guide V1.05.
5.5 View list of Bluetooth Devices (iOS 6) iPad: Go to the Settings App. Select the Bluetooth settings in the left hand column. Figure 23: List of devices in Bluetooth settings iPod/iPhone: Go to the Settings App. Tap on the Bluetooth row to be taken to the Bluetooth settings. Figure 25: List of devices in Bluetooth settings Figure 24: Select Bluetooth settings Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice.
5.6 Pair with TSL Bluetooth Device In the list of Bluetooth devices, the 1128 UHF reader will be identified by its serial number (1128xx-xxxxxx). Click on the corresponding arrow to pair with the reader. iPod/iPhone iPad Figure 26: Identify device After successfully pairing with the 1128 UHF Reader the device will be shown as ‘connected'.
Open TSL’s RFID Explorer App. The RFID Explorer App can be downloaded from the App Store. If the app is starting up for the first time, no reader will be selected. To select a reader, tap on ‘Change Devices’ in the top left-hand corner. Figure 28: TSL RFID Explorer App on first load – no reader selected Technology Solutions (UK) Limited reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. www.tsl.uk.
A list of compatible and currently paired Bluetooth devices will appear. Select the device to be used with the RFID Explorer App. Figure 29: List of paired Bluetooth devices The selected device’s image will appear, accompanied by relevant device information. The ‘Inventory’, ‘Read/Write’, ‘Commands’ and ‘Find a Tag’ features can now be explored.
6 Software Development To make full use of the functionality of the 1128 UHF Reader, a customised software application will be required. The new 1128 Bluetooth UHF RFID reader incorporates TSL’s unique ASCII protocol for faster and easier application development. This sophisticated parameterised ASCII protocol provides the developer a powerful set of commands that carry out multiple actions locally within the Bluetooth reader.
7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 7.1 Maintenance For trouble-free service please observe the following tips when using the 1128 UHF Reader: + Protect the 1128 UHF Reader from temperature extremes. Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day, and keep it away from heat sources. 7.2 Troubleshooting Symptoms Possible Cause Action Nothing happens when the yellow button is pressed. If the LEDs are not on then the battery may be flat. Charge the 1128 UHF Reader.
8 Regulatory information 8.1 Information to the user – FCC FCC warning statement: 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.
9 Health and Safety Recommendations Ergonomic Recommendations Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury, follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your company's safety programs to prevent employee injury.
10 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) For EU Customers: All products at the end of their life must be returned to TSL for recycling. For information on how to return product please contact TSL.
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