User Manual Active RFID Tags
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags ABBREVIATIONS USED Abbreviation Meaning ActivDuo One of Wavetrend’s two ranges of Active RFID Tags ASK Amplitude-shift keying modulation BNC connector Bayonet Neill-Concelman connector (a common type of RF connector) CE Conformité Européenne, "European Conformity" in French. CISPR Comite international Special des Perturbations Radioelectriques, “International Special Committee on Radio Interference” in French.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THE READER ® Each of Wavetrend ’s ActivDuo active RFID tags have been specifically designed to operate in specific circumstances or applications and be attached to specific types of items in a specific manner. Failure to follow the guidelines and application notes contained in this manual for each tag listed can lead to their ® incorrect operation and failure to perform as expected or intended.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 THE WAVETREND RANGE OF ACTIVE RFID TAGS .................................................................................. 6 1.1 Product Overview .......................................................................................................................... 6 1.2 Key Features and Benefits of ActivDuo .......................................................................................... 7 1.3 Key Features and Benefits of Active Tags .........
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 2.4.1 2.4.2 3 Requirements .......................................................................................................................... 18 Removal .................................................................................................................................. 18 THE TGA ASSET TAG ....................................................................................................................... 20 3.1 Important Facts about the TGA Tag......
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1 THE WAVETREND RANGE OF ACTIVE RFID TAGS 1.1 Product Overview ® Wavetrend tags are Active Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) beacon tags (i.e. self-powered tags, that transmit their data at periodic intervals without being ‘asked’ to transmit by a reader) and are to be used ® in conjunction with the Wavetrend range of Active RFID readers or OEM products that support reading Wavetrend’s tags. Wavetrend tags are available in two formats Active and ActivDuo.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.2 Key Features and Benefits of ActivDuo Key Tag Features Business Benefits Transmits a Unique ID Number Allows for the unique identification of every tag in an RFID system, and by extension, the asset or person the tag is attached to or carried by. Incorporates a motion sensor as standard Provides immediate notification if movement of the tag occurs. This allows the tag to operate in two modes – more frequent transmissions when in alert mode (i.e.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.3 Key Features and Benefits of Active Tags Key Tag Features Business Benefits Allows for the unique identification of every tag in an RFID system, and by extension, the asset or person the tag is attached to or carried by. Transmits a Unique ID Number Transmits on a regular basis (called ‘status transmissions’).
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.4 Data Transmitted by ActivDuo and Active Tags Key Tag Features Business Benefits Data Transmitted by Tags: Site/Vendor Code (CSC)* A unique code that is allocated by Wavetrend to each customer on request. Readers can be set to accept only one specific CSC and ignore tags with ‘incorrect’ site codes Tag ID* 4.2 billion Tag ID’s are available per Site Code (Tag ID is different from the PUC).
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.5 General Facts about Wavetrend Tags Radio Frequency (RF) signals are scientifically complex and subject to strict government controls to avoid causing interference with other RF signals. How tags are used and where they are used all affect how the tags perform and what may be allowed in one country may be prohibited in another. The products offered by other active RFID vendors are not functionally identical to Wavetrend’s and may perform very differently.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.7 ActivDuo Tag Functionality The ActivDuo tag offers three primary modes of operation that determines how often the tag will transmit. They are defined as being ‘Standard’, ‘Movement Alert’ and ‘Tamper Alert’ transmission modes: 1.7.1 Standard Transmission Mode In this mode, the tag will transmit its ID number and ancillary data regularly at the programmed status transmission interval (called the ‘Status Tx rate’).
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.8 Wavetrend Tag Families Overview Wavetrend’s new range of tags is based upon 3 distinct families Personnel (P), Asset (A) and Micro (M). 1.8.1 TGP (Personnel) Family Within the TGP Family there are 4 versions TGP (Personnel), Standard Grey Personnel Tag TGPS (Personnel Slimline), Thinner White Personnel Tag TGPTELEMETRY, Tag transmits both Temperature and Humidity data TGPHZ, (Personnel Hazard), Bright Yellow Personnel Tag that holds ATEX and IECEx Certification. 1.8.
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USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags Summary: What can reduce a tag’s life span? Transmission intervals. Shorter standard and alert intervals = shorter life span. Ambient temperatures. The power consumption of the electrical components inside the tag will change very slightly with changes in temperature and the battery will be less efficient in generating energy. Colder temperatures = shorter life span. Regular temperature cycles.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags cause the magnet to shift in position relative to the tag, immediately activating the tamper alert transmission from the tag. It is recommended to place a spot of Superglue™ or other suitable adhesive on the magnet so that it will adhere to the asset surface and be able to trigger a tamper alert more quickly should any unauthorized attempt be made to remove a tag from its asset.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 1.13 Safe Use Wavetrend tags impose no health or safety risk to people involved with installation, maintenance or use. They are as safe to use as any standard household electrical appliance (like a radio). In particular: No hazardous materials are used in the manufacture of the product. The products contain no CFCs or ozone depleting materials, nor were such materials used in their manufacture. Wavetrend Tags are lead free, and use a low voltage 3.0 volt lithium battery.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 2 THE TGP PERSONNEL TAG The TGP Personnel tag is generally used by people who need to carry a tag with them, typically for access control or time & attendance purposes. The housing incorporates a clip-slot for convenient wearing for that purpose. However, it may be used in other applications such as asset monitoring. The mounting and affixing method for the tag depends on the type of application it is used in.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags Glass cleaner Clean dry cloth 2.3.2 Preparation Clean an area a little larger than the tag on an object. Ensure that no dust, oil, grease or residue remains. Position the gel pad over the back of the tag and align the hole in the pad with the embossed circle on the tag. Remove the gel pad cover and stick the gel pad to the back of the tag. Make sure the hole in the pad and the circle on the back of the tag are aligned. 2.3.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags Continue to twist the tag until it comes off the object. Notes: The anti-tamper feature (if used) will cause the tag to alarm immediately if any attempt is made to remove the tag before the end of its functional lifespan. Do not try to pull the tag off the object when removing it, the best way to break down the bond between the gel pad and the tag & object is to rotate the tag clockwise and anti-clockwise repeatedly. Document No. Configuration No.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 3 THE TGA ASSET TAG The TGA Asset tag is specially designed for use in asset tagging applications such as containers, vehicles and transport media where the tag must be water proof and capable of withstanding extremely harsh treatment. The TGA is optimized to operate on metal assets however it can be used equally well on non metallic assets as well. The TGAHZ can be used in exactly the same applications as the TGA but in addition holds the ATEX, IECEx certifications. 3.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags Note: Using this tag for an incorrect application can significantly reduce the read range the tag provides, possibly to the point that no signal from the tag can be received at all. This manual gives instructions for the correct method and location to attach the tag; failure to follow these instructions will result in impaired operation or even the complete loss of tag signals. 3.4 Attaching the TGA for Tracking Containers and Other Assets 3.4.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 3.5.1 Requirements 1 strong, flat tipped instrument, such as a flat head screw driver Drill or screw driver to remove any rivets or screws used to fix the tag to the asset 3.5.2 Removal For plastic assets or assets made of softer metal, it is highly likely that some surface damage could occur during removal of the tag.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags 4 THE TGM MICRO TAG The TGM Micro tag is specially designed for use in asset tagging applications such as laptops, IT equipment, vehicles and transport media. The TGM is optimized to operate on metal assets however it can be used equally well on non metallic assets as well. 4.1 Important Facts about the Micro Tag The tag has an Omni directional antenna.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags unauthorized attempt be made to remove a tag from its asset. Do not glue the magnet to the back of the tag; this will prevent the anti-tamper feature from working. 4.2.4 Final steps Remove the other cover from the gel pad and position the tag in a suitable location on the asset. Press firmly and ensure no air bubbles remain visible. The gel pad will take up to 24 hours to cure to full bond strength.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags APPENDIX A. DOCUMENT INFORMATION AMENDMENT HISTORY Issue Date nd Amendment Details 1.1 22 August 2011 1.2 24 August 2011 Amended By First Draft , further tags to be added Will Damerell th Second draft ATEX amendments Will Damerell th 1.3 26 August 2011 ATEX label changes Will Damerell 1.4 st 1 September 2011 Cleaning instructions added and label changes. Will Damerell 1.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags APPENDIX B.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags TGAHZ ,TGAHT,TGAE ATEX coding II 1 G D Ex ia IIC T4 Ga Ex iaD 20 IP64 T90°C Da IM Limitations on use Ex ia I See ATEX EC Type Examination certificate Document No. Configuration No. Wavetrend Technologies Ltd Issue Date Page 25042002 REV 2.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags APPENDIX C. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS The Electrical characteristics are summarised below by Tag type Tag Type Battery Type Battery Voltage Battery Capacity TGP CR2450 3.0 620 mah TGPS CR2430 3.0 300 mah TGPHZ CR2430 3.0 620 mah TGA CR2450 3.0 620 mah TGAHT CR2450HR 3.0 550 mah TGAHZ CR2450 3.0 620 mah TGAE CR2450HR 3.0 550 mah TGM CR1632 3.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags APPENDIX D. ATEX TAG LABELLING Tag labelling TGPHZ ATEX labelling Document No. Configuration No. Wavetrend Technologies Ltd Issue Date Page 25042002 REV 2.
USER MANUAL –Active RFID Tags TGAHZ ATEX labelling TGAHT ATEX labelling TGAE ATEX labelling Document No. Configuration No. Wavetrend Technologies Ltd Issue Date Page 25042002 REV 2.
