Agrident APR500 User manual

Agrident GmbH, Steinklippenstr. 10, D-30890 Barsinghausen
Phone [phone] - Fax [phone]
APR500
Barcode-Version
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April 2015
Agrident GmbH
Steinklippenstr. 10
30890 Barsinghausen
Germany
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.agrident.com

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Content
1Introduction.......................................................................................................... 4
2Using the Barcode-Scanner in Classic-Mode...................................................... 4
2.1Barcode number as RFID replacement........................................................ 4
2.2Assigning a Barcode to an RFID tag............................................................ 5
3Using the Barcode Scanner in the Task-Mode.................................................... 6
4Supported Barcode types.................................................................................... 6
5Safety and Care .................................................................................................. 7
6Warranty.............................................................................................................. 7
7International approvals........................................................................................ 8
8Trouble shooting.................................................................................................. 9

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1 Introduction
This document explains the functionality of the APR500 Barcode-Version. It does not explain
details about basic APR500 functions. Please see the other APR500 manuals for general
information about the APR500.
For the Barcode-Version of the APR500 the connector at the top of the reader is not available.
Hence it is not possible to connect an external antenna or an RS232 cable. The only wired
interface that can be used is USB via the contacts on the bottom of the reader. You might use
the Docking Station ADS500 or the USB Adapter AUB500 for this purpose. The APR500 with
Barcode also contains a Bluetooth Module for wireless communication. For further details about
the Bluetooth function please refer to the document ‘APR500_Bluetooth_Manual_eng’.
The Barcode Scanner might be used in ‘Classic-Mode’ or in ‘Task-Mode’ – the Database
Function does not support Barcode fields at the moment.
2 Using the Barcode-Scanner in Classic-Mode
The Classic-Mode of the APR500 is described in the document APR500 operational manual.
This operating mode uses the Hotkeys and and provides basic data recording options.
2.1 Barcode number as RFID replacement
One possibility for using the Barcode Scanner in Classic-Mode is to use the number of the
Barcode instead of the RFID number. Therefore it is necessary to change the ‘Reader’ setting
for Hotkey or . In order to do so, enter the APR500s menu by pressing the button.
Then navigate to the Hotkey-Reader menu as shown below.
When you press the corresponding Hotkey now, the APR500 will activate the Barcode scanner
instead of the RFID reader. This might be useful if an animal has no RFID tag but a Barcode as
a visual ID.

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2.2 Assigning a Barcode to an RFID tag
There might be applications where it is required to assign a Barcode number to the electronic ID
of an RFID tag, for example for recording blood samples or treatments (scan Barcode on the
medicine).
In order to configure this function, the Hotkey-Mode needs to be changed first. As always ,this
can be done for Hotkey or .
In the main screen of the APR500 you should see “Assign ? Save” now for the configured
Hotkey (here: Hotkey A).
After pressing the configured Hotkey the APR500 activates the RFID reader and you can read a
transponder as usual. After the tag has been read, the APR500 prompts to enter an Alias.
Here you might type in something using the alphanumeric keys or you can press the button
for activating the Barcode Scanner. Point the top of the APR500 into the direction of the
Barcode. After the Barcode has been scanned successfully, you will see the new assignment on
the readers display.
The large number in the first line shows the Barcode number and the second line the RFID
number. You might use the keys or for scrolling to additional information about this
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If the transponder you have read has an assignment already, the following message appears
after scanning the tag:
If you want to assign a different Alias (or Barcode) to this ID, press the button first. The
APR500 will ask for a confirmation:
Press the button in order to continue or the button for aborting the re-assignment. If
you continue with the display will show the tag number again and you have to enter the
new Alias, resp. activate the Barcode Scanner again by pressing .
After the Barcode has be read, the previous assignment will be overwritten with the new one.
3 Using the Barcode Scanner in the Task-Mode
The Task-Mode for the APR500 is another operating mode which is completely independent
from the Classic-Mode and its data collection possibilities. It allows the collection of quite
complex datasets. The amount, the names and the type of the entries in the Task-Mode
datasets are definable very flexible using the provided Task-Tool PC-Software.
For the Task-Mode it is also possible to define fields of the type ‘Barcode’. The Task-Mode
requires the definition of Tasks first and it is up to the distributor to create such Tasks for the
end-user. For further details please see the separate documentation for the Task-Mode.
4 Supported Barcode types
The following Barcode types are supported by the APR500:
Code39
Code 128
Codabar
Interleaved 2/5
Code 93
UPC-A
UPC-E
EAN-8
EAN-13
MSI

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5 Safety and Care
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage resulting from improper use or use not
consistent with that described in these operating instructions.
The APR500 Reader contains no parts that can be repaired by the user. For this reason the
Reader Electronic may only be repaired by authorized customer service personnel.
In both operation and storage of the reader please secure to comply with the environment
conditions specified in the technical data.
Clean the APR500 Reader only with a damp cloth. Use only water and any commercially
available cleaning agent.
Any modification to the APR500 Reader Electronic will render the warranty null and void.
6 Warranty
The manufacturer of the APR500 Reader Electronic will provide a warranty of
12 months
from the day the device is shipped and subject to the following conditions:
1. Without submission of proof of purchase no warranty can be given.
2. In the event that defects are detected the manufacturer is entitled to choose between
up to two attempts at repair or supplying a replacement device on one occasion. The
warranty period for the repaired item or for a replacement item is 3 months but will
always extend to the end of the original warranty period. No further claims can be
entertained, especially claims for compensation for consequential losses. This
exclusion of liability does not apply to claims made on the basis of the Product Liability
Act.
3. Warranty claims cannot be entertained unless the Agrident system was installed
properly and used properly and for the purpose intended.
No warranty obligations exist in particular when:
1. Damage is attributable to improper use of the device, to a incorrect connection or
incorrect operator action;
2. The device was not cared for and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations and this is the cause of the damage;
3. The damage is due to any modification to the device;
The damage is due to force majeure, for example lightning strike;
The damage is due to wear, resulting from overstressing mechanical parts.

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7 International approvals
CE marking
Hereby, Agrident BV declares that this equipment, if used according to the instructions, is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the RTTE
Directive 1999/5/EC. For use in all countries of the EU.
To obtain a copy, contact Agrident GmbH and request the “Declaration of Conformity”
document.
[email protected]
In case of alteration of the product, not agreed to by us, this declaration will lose its validity.
This symbol indicates proof of conformity to applicable European
Economic Community Council directives and harmonized standards
published in the official journal of the European Communities.
FCC § 15.19
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.
Canada CNR-Gen Section 7.1.3
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
FCC § 15.21 (Warning Statement)
[Any] changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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FCC § 15.105
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
ICES-003
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Compliance Information Statement
(Declaration of Conformity)
Responsible Party: Agrident Corp.
Address: 9303 Grant Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110, USA
Telephone: [phone] (Diane Smith)
ICAR
The APR500 has also passed the ICAR approval for synchronizing transceivers according to
ISO11784/11785 and ISO24631-2 successfully.
8 Trouble shooting
For any problem please contact us:
Agrident GmbH
Steinklippenstr. 10
30890 Barsinghausen
Germany
Telephone [phone]
FAX [phone]
Mail: [email protected]m