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Note: 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. WARNING! Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Telematics Wireless Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
FP300RA User Manual Table Of Contents CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................5 1.1 SCOPE ......................................................................................................................................5 1.2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..........................................................................................................6 1.2.1 Purpose and Use..........................................................
FP300RA User Manual 3.3.4 Setting Transponder Access Parameters .......................................................................22 3.3.5 Setting Burst Mode .......................................................................................................22 3.3.6 Setting SYNC Mode .....................................................................................................22 3.3.7 Setting Multilane Mode ......................................................................................
FP300RA User Manual Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Scope This manual covers the characteristics, applications, installation, configuration and maintenance of the FP-300RA reader, an advanced and flexible roadside component offered by Telematics Wireless for use in electronic Automatic Vehicle Identification (AVI) systems.
FP300RA User Manual 1.2 General Description 1.2.1 Purpose and Use The FP-300RA reader offered by Telematics Wireless is a versatile, compact and reliable unit that serves as the roadside component of a vehicle identification system. Figure 1-1 shows a general view of the FP-300RA.
FP300RA User Manual 1.2.2 Main Technical Characteristics The FP-300RA is a complete user-configurable RF and data processing unit that supports twoway communications with in-vehicle transponders (“tags”) using the ASTM V6 Slotted-Aloha Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) protocol. The physical layer is compatible with ASTM PS111-98. The FP-300RA communicates with transponders that enter its communication zone at speeds of up to 125 mph (200 kph).
FP300RA User Manual 1.3 Physical Description Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 show the components located on the FP-300RA (see Figure 1 for orientation). The functions of the various components are described in Table 1-1.
FP300RA User Manual 1.4 Functional Description The FP-300RA has two operating modes: Normal mode Maintenance mode. 1.4.1 Normal Mode 1.4.1.1 Normal Mode Functions The functions performed by the FP-300RA during operation in the normal mode are as follows: • Provide communication with transponders passing through its communication zone, using the configured mode (either single lane or multilane) • Support lane discrimination functionality.
FP300RA User Manual 1.4.1.4 Multilane Support The FP-300RA has five antenna connectors: one serves for connection to the main antenna, and four additional connectors serve for connection to secondary antennas. The FP-300RA can transmit and receive using any one of the antenna connectors; the selection of transmit and receive antennas is made every TDMA frame. Table 1-2 lists the antenna configurations used for single lane and multilane operation.
FP300RA User Manual 1.4.1.5 Lane Discrimination Support The FP-300RA lane discrimination function enables detecting on which lane the transponder entered the communication zone.
FP300RA User Manual 1.4.1.8 Hot Lists The FP-300RA supports up to 20 hot lists with a total of 1024 transponders: 2. A hot list consists of an automatically-performed function (auto-function), a digital output command and a list of transponders. 3. A transponder can be included in only one hot list. 4. Hot list 0 is the default hot list and contains no transponders.
FP300RA User Manual 1.4.3 Host Communication The FP-300RA supports communication with a host. Two types of messages are used: FP-300RA-initiated message used to report events, e.g., a new transponder Messages sent in response to host requests. The message set is presented in Appendix D. 1.4.4 Real-Time Clock The FP-300RA has an internal real time clock (RTC) with a resolution of 10 millisecond.
FP300RA User Manual Chapter 2: Installation 2.1 General This Chapter provides the information needed to install FP-300RA readers. The information presented in this Chapter is organized as follows: • Installation requirements – Section 2.2. • Installation guidelines – Section 2.3. • Installation procedures – Section 2.4. Before starting the installation procedures, make sure to review the Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual. 2.2 Installation Requirements 2.2.
FP300RA User Manual 2.2.2 Safety Considerations In addition to the electrical connections shown in Figura 2-1, the FP-300RA case must be connected to protective grounding. Protective devices, complying with the applicable international standards and the national and local regulations, must be used on all the lines connected to the FP-300RA, to protect against lightning discharges and accidental contact with high-voltage lines. Warning 2.2.
FP300RA User Manual 2.3 Installation Guidelines The FP-300RA is intended for installation in protected cabinets that prevent direct exposure to sun radiation, rain, dust and dirt. It does not require forced air cooling. The following sections provide additional information needed for successful utilization of the FP-300RA. 2.3.1 Power Requirements The FP-300RA operates on 8 to 30 VDC, and its maximum power drain is 5W. A suitable power source must be provided as part of the installation.
FP300RA User Manual 2.3.2.1 Antenna Mounting Position Requirements FP-300RA antennas are mounted in accordance with the application requirements and antenna manufacturer's instructions. Consider the following position requirements: • Height: for above-the-lane installation, the antennas can be mounted on a gantry, overpass, or other above-the-lane facility. Each antenna must be mounted at a sufficient height to meet local vertical clearance requirements.
FP300RA User Manual 2.3.4 Grounding and Lightning Protection Requirements All the FP-300RAs, antennas, mounting poles, cabinets, cable conduits and cables must be properly grounded in accordance with the applicable regulations, to prevent injury to personnel or damage to equipment from lightning or other high voltage sources. Ground bonding points must be free of paint and corrosion. Star washers should be placed on screws to ensure good electrical contact.
FP300RA User Manual 2.4.3.2 Cable Connections Caution The FP-300RA does not have an ON/OFF power switch, and will start operating as soon as power is connected. Make sure that no power is supplied until authorization to start operations is received. 1. Identify the cables to be connected to the FP-300RA in accordance with the site installation plan. 2. Visually inspect the connectors for any signs of damage: do not attempt to connect if shell or pins are bent.
FP300RA User Manual Chapter 3: Operation 3.1 Scope This Chapter provides the information needed to prepare a new FP-300RA for operation in your system, using the FP-300RA maintenance utility provided by Telematics Wireless. The information appearing in this Chapter is organized as follows (this is also the recommended order of execution): • Power-up instructions – see Section 3.2. • FP-300RA configuration – see Section 3.3. • Preparing hot lists – see Section 3.4.
FP300RA User Manual Notes: • • Orange flashing indicates that transponders have been detected within the communication zone of the FP-300RA. This is possible only when the FP-300RA is connected to antennas. Fast red flashing indicates that transmission has been disabled (muted). This is a normal indication. However, steady red means that a malfunction has been detected: press the RESET push-button of the FP-300RA and check that the problem disappears after the FP-300RA restarts.
FP300RA User Manual 3.3.3 Setting TDMA Mode The TDMA mode enables: 3.3.4 • Set TDMA frame type to either Open Road (default) or Lane Based. • Internal Act, External Act: Enable/disable internal/external activation messages from transponders. • “F” EH: Set the extended header type: “1111…” or “10101…” (default). • Sleep Time: Set the sleep interval used when commanding a transponder to “sleep”. Setting Transponder Access Parameters The transponder access parameters are as follows: 3.3.
FP300RA User Manual • SYNC Master Mode: in this mode, the SYNC pulse duration and timing can be adjusted. 9800 µsec FCM SDM1 SDM2 SDM3 SDM14 Activation EH FCM SYNC on time SYNC off time If the Master reader is in burst mode then it will send the SYNC pulse while it in OFF state and block the SYNC pulse while in ON state. 3.3.7 Setting Multilane Mode The FP-300RA can support up to 4 lanes. The default setting is single lane using the MAIN antenna connector for Tx and Rx.
FP300RA User Manual 3.3.9 Setting Digital I/O The digital I/O setting enables: • Set the digital output setting when the FP-300RA is powered up • Set the input sense function by: • Selecting the required input, Sense mask. • Set the polarity for each selected input, Sense polarity. 3.3.10 Save Current Settings After completing the FP-300RA configuration, click the Save current setting button. The FP300RA will save the settings and reboot. 3.
FP300RA User Manual 3.4.4 3.4.5 3.4.6 3.4.7 Set Hot List Auto Function • Select the desired hot list in the HL ID – AF ID window, or type the hot list ID in the Selected HL field. • Select the auto-function type and its parameters in the Auto Function area. • Select the digital output setting in the Auto Function area. • Click the Set Auto Function button. • If the hot list is already defined, then its auto-function is replaced. • If not, then a new hot list is defined.
FP300RA User Manual Appendix A: Connection Data A-1 Antenna Connectors The FP-300RA has five SMA female antenna connectors, one designated MAIN and four additional connectors designated MULTILANE 1, 2, 3 and 4. The antenna functions depend on the selected operation mode (single lane, multiple lanes with single transmit zone or multiple lanes with separate lane zones).
FP300RA User Manual A-4 Host Interface Connector The host interface connector is 9-pin D-type female connector designated HOST. Its communication parameters are configured by means of the MAINTENANCE interface. The connector includes a serial asynchronous DTE interface used for connection to the host computer. Two interfaces can be selected: • RS-232 interface: Table A-3 lists the connector pin functions for this mode. • RS-422 interface: Table A-4 lists the connector pin functions for this mode.
FP300RA User Manual A-5 Maintenance Interface Connector The maintenance interface connector is 9-pin D-type female connector designated MAINTENANCE. The connector includes the serial asynchronous RS-232 DTE interface used for connection to a PC running the maintenance utility. Its communication parameters are 9600 bps, 1 start bit, 8 data bits, no parity, one stop bit. Table A-5 lists the connector pin functions. Table A-5: MAINTENANCE Connector, Pin Functions A-6 Pin Designation Function 1 N.C.
FP300RA User Manual Table A-7: AUX Connector, Pin Functions for RS-422 Interface 2140-72018-00-0A Pin Designation Function 1 RxD- Receive data input (-) 2 TxD+ Transmit data output (+) 3 RxD+ Receive data input (+) 4 TxD- Transmit data output (-) 5 GND Signal ground 6 RTS- Request to send output (-) 7 CTS+ Clear to send input (+) 8 RTS+ Request to send output (+) 9 CTS- Clear to send input (-) REV: A Page 29 Of 38
FP300RA User Manual Appendix B: Maintenance Utility B-1. Scope This Appendix provides installation and general operating instructions for the FP-300RA maintenance utility, version 1.0. The FP-300RA maintenance utility runs under Microsoft Windows 2000, and uses the standard Windows user interface. The utility is provided on a standard CD. The information presented in this Appendix assumes that the user is familiar with the use of Windows applications.
FP300RA User Manual B-3. Main Window Figure B-2 shows a typical main window, as seen after the PC is connected to an operational FP-300RA. The window has a menu bar with two items: File and Help. The following sections explain the various areas of the window. Monitor area Active list area Figure B-2 Typical Main Window B-3.1 Monitor Area The monitor area displays the request/command messages sent to the FP-300RA and its response. B-3.
FP300RA User Manual B-3.3 Log File The information displayed in the monitor area can be recorded in a log file by checking the Enable Log box. The log file is saved in the current directory. The file name is FP-300RA, followed by file opening date and time. The current log file will be closed and a new one will be opened according to the parameters defined by means of the Log Control window. B-3.
FP300RA User Manual B-3.8 Requests Area The user can click buttons in the Requests area to cause the maintenance utility to send the following request for information to the FP-300RA: • Status • Current FP-300RA communication mode • FP-300RA current time • Digital I/O settings. The FP-300RA response is displayed in the monitor window and, if applicable, updates the main window information field. B-3.
FP300RA User Manual B-4. File Menu Figure B-3 shows the File menu of the maintenance utility. Figure B-3: File Menu Structure The functions of the items included on the File menu are as follows: Config COM Configure the PC COM port to be connected to the FP-300RA. Reset Reader Send a reset command to the FP-300RA. Self Test Send a self-test command to the FP-300RA. Upgrade Start FP-300RA software/firmware upgrade process. Msg monitor Display the command/response messages details.
FP300RA User Manual B-5. FP-300RA Configuration Window The FP-300RA Configuration window, shown in Figure B-4, is used to select the system configuration parameters. In most cases, the configuration change is made when the focus is moved from the changed parameter’s field. For a description of the system parameters and their range of values, refer to the FP-300RA Configuration Table section in Appendix C.
FP300RA User Manual B-6. Hot List The hot list functionality is described in Chapter 3. A typical Hot List Control window is shown in Figure B-5 Figure B-5: Typical Hot List Control Window The window includes the following buttons: Get Hot Lists Get currently set hot lists. Clear hot list(s) Clear the selected hot list. Select 0 to clear all the hot lists. Save HL Save the current hot list setting as default setting. Load HL from file Load the hot list settings from a script file.
FP300RA User Manual B-7. RF Setting Window Figure B-6 shows a typical RF Setting window. Figure B-6: Typical RF Setting Window B-7.1 Get Button Its function it to get the current RF parameters. When using the CW or modulated mode, the actual transmit output power is measured and reported. B-7.2 Set Default Button Its function is to set the current RF parameters as the FP-300RA default RF parameters. B-7.
FP300RA User Manual B-7.4 Transmitter Enables selecting the Tx antenna and the transmitter output power: • In the normal mode, the selected setting will take effect when the FP-300RA will switch to this antenna. • In the calibration mode, the FP-300RA will switch to the selected antenna and the selected output power will be adjusted to the new value on next frame. B-7.
