Alien ALR-9650 User manual

ALIEN TECHNOLOGY®
ALR-9650
HARDWARE
SETUP GUIDE
February 2008
ALR-9650

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frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instruction manual, may cause harmful
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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference and (2) this device
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This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 6dBi. Antenna having a higher
gain is strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 1
Audience ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
RFID Reader Overview ................................................................................................................................. 2
EPC Class 1 GEN 2 UHF RFID Tags ........................................................................................................... 2
Requirements................................................................................................................................................ 3
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 4
RFID Reader........................................................................................................................................... 4
Auxiliary Antennae.................................................................................................................................. 5
Power Supplies....................................................................................................................................... 5
Mechanical: Reader Physical Size ........................................................................................................ 6
I/O Port Terminal Interface ..................................................................................................................... 6
RS-232 Port Pinouts............................................................................................................................... 8
RS-232 Connector (Female) – Looking at Reader .......................................................................... 8
System Architecture ............................................................................................................................... 8
CHAPTER 2 READER HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION ................................................ 9
Receiving the RFID Reader .......................................................................................................................... 9
Reader I/O Panel.................................................................................................................................. 10
Diagnostic LEDs ................................................................................................................................... 10
Reader Antennas ........................................................................................................................................ 11
System Assembly and Bench Test ............................................................................................................. 12
Bench Test Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 12
Bench Test Procedure.......................................................................................................................... 16
Installation ................................................................................................................................................... 17
Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Hardware Installation Procedure .......................................................................................................... 18
System Operation: Software Control .......................................................................................................... 20
Reader Interface Guide ........................................................................................................................ 20
Demonstration Software Guide ............................................................................................................ 21
Alien RFID Academy ............................................................................................................................ 21
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CHAPTER 1
Introduction
This Hardware Setup Guide provides instructions for installing and operating the
ALR-9650 RFID Readers.
This document is designed for use by RFID system integrators and software
developers - those who wish to develop software products and extended systems
that take full advantage of the RFID Reader's capabilities.
Included with each developer’s kit is a CD-ROM that contains additional
information about RFID and the ALR-9650 including the following:
RFID Primer – an overview of RFID technology and a glossary of terms.
Reader Interface Guide – an overview of the communication interfaces
for the ALR-9650.
Quick Installation Guide – a quick start guide for installing and running
the ALR-9650 reader
Quick Reference – a quick reference guide summarizing the Alien
Reader Protocol command set.
Demo Software Guide – details installing and operating the Alien RFID
Gateway demonstration software.
Quick Upgrade Guide – briefly explains how to use the demonstration
software to upgrade the ALR-9650. The ALR-9650 can only be upgraded
through the LAN/PoE port.
Developer’s Guides, Application Programming Interfaces and Example
Code.
Please insert the CD that came with your Developer’s Kit and follow the on-
screen prompts to access this information.
Audience
For the purposes of this document, we assume the readers of the Hardware
Setup Guide:
Are competent PC users
Have minimal previous knowledge of Radio-Frequency Identification
(RFID) technology
Are experienced in software development and/or hardware systems
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RFID Reader Overview
The Alien ALR-9650 RFID reader is designed to read and program any EPC
Class 1 Generation 2 tag and issue event reports to a host computer system.
The host computer can be locally connected to the reader via RS-232, or at a
remote network location. It is designed to accept power through an IEEE 802.3af
compliant network or a conventional 24 Volt DC power brick.
The RFID Reader is delivered with the following components and accessories:
One (1) RFID Reader
One (1) PoE power supply
One (1) AC power cord
One (1) standard network cable to connect the PoE power supply to the
reader.
A standard 24 volt DC power brick is also available as an option.
Additionally, the RFID Reader Developer's Kit includes the following items:
An auxiliary antenna
One (1) RS-232 serial cable (to connect to host computer)
One (1) Network cross-over cable
CD-ROM containing demonstration software, user guides,
documentation and the Alien RFID Gateway Application
Software APIs and example code
An assortment of Class 1 Gen 2 UHF tags
EPC Class 1 GEN 2 UHF RFID Tags
The Alien ALR-9650 RFID reader is designed to read and program any EPC
Class 1 Generation 2 tag and issue event reports to a host computer system.
Class 1 tags are “passive” devices meaning they do not have a battery or other
onboard power source. They are powered solely by the RF energy transmitted by
an RFID reader.
Tags communicate with the reader through backscatter modulation. The tags do
not transmit RF energy. Instead, they change their reflective characteristics in a
controlled way and reflect RF energy back to the reader. An analogy to this is the
way you can use a mirror to signal someone by reflecting light from the Sun.
Alien Technology manufactures user-programmable EPC Class 1 Generation 2
tags compliant with all key commercial and DoD mandates. Alien Technology
offers a variety of designs capable of delivering optimal performance worldwide,
including Europe and Asia.
For more information about RFID tags from Alien Technology, please visit our
website at:
http://www.alientechnology.com.

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Requirements
To interface with the RFID Reader you will need the following:
A PC running Windows 98 or higher, with CD-ROM drive, an available
RS-232 serial port and/or Ethernet connectivity
An 802.3af compatible network connection, or
Standard 120/220 VAC 50/60 Hz outlet and the model ALX-416-1 (PoE)
or ALX-416-2 (24 Volt AC/DC) power supply (provided with the reader)
Note: Only these supplies may be used to power the ALR-9650.
Host software (Alien Gateway demo software, telnet terminal or your own
custom software)

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Specifications
Specifications for key components of the RFID Reader system are provided in
the tables below. Only these listed components may be used in the RFID reader
system.
The reader table refers to US specifications only. Reader models released for the
other countries may have different power levels, frequency of operation and
channel spacing in compliance with local regulations where the product is sold.
RFID Reader
Name Alien Smartenna
Model Number ALR-9650
Architecture Point-to-multipoint reader network, mono-static circularly polarized
(CP), internal antenna
Operating Frequency 902.75 MHz – 927.25 MHz
Hopping Channels 50
Channel Spacing 500 KHz
Channel Dwell Time < 0.4 seconds
RF Transmitter < 30 dBm into internal antenna and from auxiliary antenna port.
Modulation Method Phase Reversal – Amplitude Shift Keying (PR-ASK)
20 db Modulation Bandwidth < 100 KHz
RF Receiver 2 Channels
Power Consumption 8 Watts
Communications Interface RS-232 (DB-9), TCP/IP (RJ-45)
Inputs/Outputs 1 internal antenna, 1 auxiliary antenna port, 2 inputs/2 outputs (TTL
compatible), RS-232 com port, LAN, power
Dimensions ((cm) 22.9 x 21.3 x 5.1 •(in) 9 x 8.4 x 2
Weight Approximately 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)
LED Indicators DC Power, RF ON, Read, Fault(red), Link, Active
Operating Temperature 0°C to +50°C (32 °F to +122°F)
Operating Environment Indoor operation only
Software Support APIs, sample code, executable demo app (Alien Gateway)
Protocol Support Comply with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 and 18000 – 6C
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Auxiliary Antennae
The ALR-9650 has been certified to operate in accordance with FCC
requirements when operated on a stand alone basis using the internal antenna or
when operated with the following antennas attached to the Auxiliary Antenna
Port. Only the internal antenna and the antennas listed below may be used with
the ALR-9650 reader. Operation with other antennae is a violation of the
conditions of the ALR-9650 FCC license.
Model ALR-9611-CR circularly polarized antenna
Model ALR-9611-CL circularly polarized antenna
Model ALR-9610-AL linearly polarized antenna
Power Supplies
The ALR-9650 has been certified to operate in accordance with FCC
requirements when powered by an 802.3af compliant network capable of
supplying 12.95 watts minimum or using one of the power supplies listed below.
Only the power supplies listed below may be used with the ALR-9650 reader.
Operation with other power supplies is a violation of the conditions of the ALR-
9650 FCC license.
Model ALX-416-1 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Power Supply
Model ALX-416-2 24 VDC AC/DC Power Supply

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Mechanical: Reader Physical Size
Figure 1 - Outline Drawing of the ALR-9650
I/O Port Terminal Interface
The ALR-9650 I/O port provides two digital inputs, two digital outputs and a
ground return. The design provides protection against momentary over and
reverse voltage application to the inputs or outputs and short circuit of the
outputs. The inputs and outputs are TTL compatible. When set high, outputs will
sink ~1 mA with 5 volts applied.
Caution: The absolute maximum voltage applied to any input or output shall not
exceed 5.5 volts.
I/O Recommended Operating Conditions
Inputs
Logic “0” 0 – 0.8 VDC
Logic “1” 2.0 – 5.25 VDC
Outputs
Isource 20 mA @ 3 VDC
Isink 20 mA @ 0.5 VDC

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Unlike the Alien Enterprise Readers (ALR-9800 and ALR-9900) the
ALR-9650 I/O’s are not optically isolated. Instead they are buffered internally. As
a result the outputs can source up to 20 mA’s without the external supply
required for the Enterprise Readers. Outputs should be protected from transients
such as inductive kickback so as to not exceed the absolute maximum voltage
allowed at the outputs. The circuit diagram below illustrates the input and output
equivalent circuits.
Figure 2 - Input and Output Circuits
I/O Port Screw Terminal Connector
(Phoenix 5-pin header)
Pin 1 Input 0 (TTL Compatible)
Pin 2 Input 1 (TTL Compatible)
Pin 3 Output 0 (TTL Compatible)
Pin 4 Output 1 (TTL Compatible)
Pin 5 Ground
ALR-9650
Pin 5
Pins 3, 4
Pins 1, 2
Terminal
Block

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RS-232 Port Pinouts
RS-232 Connector
(Female DB-9F)
Pin 1 DCD Connected to Pin 6
Pin 2 TR1 Transmit Data (Output)
Pin 3 RC1 Receive Data (Input)
Pin 4 DTR Connected to Pin 6
Pin 5 Ground
Pin 6 DSR Connected to Pin 4
Pin 7 RTS Connected to Pin 8
Pin 8 CTS Connected to Pin 7
Pin 9 Not Connected
RS-232 CONNECTOR (FEMALE)–LOOKING AT READER
System Architecture
Antenna
Switch
RF
Modulator
RF
Receiver
RF Source
Digital
Control
Circuitry
Host
Communication
Interface
A0
A1
Internal CP
Antenna
External
Antenna
Figure 3 - System Architecture for the ALR-9650 Reader
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CHAPTER 2
Reader Hardware Installation and Operation
This chapter describes the RFID Reader and provides installation and operation
information.
Receiving the RFID Reader
Your RFID Reader Kit is shipped with the items listed below. Please verify the
contents of your received shipment before assembling.
RFID Reader
ALX-416 PoE power supply, AC power cable and standard Ethernet Cable.
Additionally, the RFID Reader Developer's Kit includes the following items:
An auxiliary antenna
RS-232 reader-to-PC cable
One Ethernet cross-over cable for direct connection to a local host/PC
CD-ROM containing demonstration software, user guides, documentation,
Software APIs and example code
An assortment of Class 1 Gen 2 UHF tags
Figure 4 - ALR-9650 Developer’s Kit(Auxiliary Antenna and tag kit not shown)

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Reader I/O Panel
The I/O panel (shown below) includes the following:
Auxiliary Antenna Port (RP-TNC)
9-pin D female RS-232 serial port
5-pin I/O terminal block (GPIO)
Auxiliary DC Power connector
LAN TCP/IP and PoE port
Diagnostic LEDs
The ALR-9650 includes diagnostic LEDs on the face of the reader to provide
easy and convenient external indication for various operating conditions:
On the Front Panel you will find:
POWER (green) –indicates power is applied to the reader.
RF Power On (green) –indicates that the reader is transmitting.
READ (green) –indicates that the reader is receiving data from a tag.
FAULT (red) – indicates a fault condition with the reader
On the RJ 45 connector you will find:
LINK (green) – indicates that the reader is connected to the network
ACTIVE (green) – indicates reader is transmitting on the network
Figure 6 – ALR-9650 Front Panel Reader Diagnostic LEDs
Figure 5 - ALR-9650 Reader Connections

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Reader Antennas
The ALR-9650 includes an internal, circularly polarized antenna and an auxiliary
antenna port. The Auxiliary port is found on the reader IO panel. It is a reverse-
polarity TNC connector. Only antennae documented in this manual may be used
with the ALR-9650
Figure 7 - Antenna Connections

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System Assembly and Bench Test
Assembling the RFID Reader system is easy. We recommend you set up the
system and verify its operation in a bench test configuration before installing it in
a production setting.
Bench Test Configuration
1. Place the Reader on a tabletop. Ensure the following conditions:
A standard 120 or 220 VAC outlet or 802.3af compliant network port is
nearby.
Sufficient space is available on the tabletop for the reader and antenna.
Figure 8 – Power, RS-232 and LAN Connections
2. Connect the RS-232 cable to the reader.
Align the male cable connector so that its shape and pins match the
shape and holes of the female DB-9 RS-232 port.
Figure 9 - RS-232 Connector
Push the aligned connector into the port.
Finger-tighten the screws to secure the cable/connector to the reader.
3. Connect the RS-232 cable to the serial port on the PC.
Settings for RS-232 are 115200 Bits per second, 8 data bits, no parity, 1
stop bit, and no flow control.
Start up terminal software on the PC, such as HyperTerminal with these
settings, and be prepared to observe the reader's messages as it boots
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4. Connect the ALX-416 power supply to the reader.
If you are using an 802.3af compliant network, skip this step.
WARNING: If you use an external power supply you must use the ALX-
416-1 PoE power supply or the ALX-416-2 AC/DC brick certified for use
with the ALR-9650 by Alien Technology. Failure to do so voids the
product warranty and violates the terms of the FCC license.
If you are using the ALX-416-1 PoE power supply, use the standard
Ethernet cable to connect the reader RJ-45 jack to the “LAN+DC” RJ-45
jack of the power supply.
If you are using the optional ALX-416-2 AC/DC power supply, connect
the DC power jack into the DC power plug of the reader. Tighten the
screw fitting finger tight.
Caution: DO NOT use both the PoE power supply and the optional
AC/DC power brick on the same unit at the same time.
DO NOT plug the AC power cord into the supply at this time.
5. Connect the Ethernet cable to the reader and LAN or PC.
If you are using an 802.3af compliant network to power the reader defer
this step.
Connecting to the LAN
If you are using the ALX-416-1PoE power supply provided with the
Reader Kit, connect a standard Ethernet cable from the PoE power
supply LAN port to a nearby LAN drop or network switch.
If you are using the ALX-416-2 AC/DC power brick, connect a
standard Ethernet cable to the ALR-9650 LAN/PoE port and to the
LAN drop or network switch.
Connecting to a PC
If you are using the ALX-416-1 PoE power supply provided with the
Reader Kit, connect a cross-over Ethernet cable from the PoE power
supply LAN port to the PC LAN port.
If you are using the ALX-416-2 AC/DC power brick, connect a
scross-over Ethernet cable to the ALR-9650 LAN/PoE port and to the
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LAN Drop
Figure 10 – ALX-416-1 PoE Power Supply and Network Connection Diagram
LAN Drop
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The reader comes preconfigured to look for a DHCP server to set its
network parameters. In the absence of a DHCP server, the reader will
use the following settings:
IP Address: 192.168.1.100
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
6. Connect the auxiliary antenna to the auxiliary antenna port.
The ALR-9650 is a mono-static system. A single antenna acts as both
transmit and receive. It provides an internal antenna (ANT 0) and an
auxiliary antenna port (ANT 1). Each antenna provides a single read
point.
If you are using only the internal antenna you can skip this step.
Only the antennas listed in this manual and their associated cables (if
specified) may be used with this reader.
The auxiliary antenna port (ANT 1) is found on the reader IO panel on
the left hand side if viewing the reader from the top with the connectors
at the bottom. It uses a reverse polarity TNC connector. If using the Alien
Gateway software, please note that ANT 0 is selected by default when
first initialized.
To attach an auxiliary antenna align the coax cable’s center pin and push
into the port
Screw the fitting from the cable end onto the reader connector clockwise
until finger-tight to secure the cable to the reader.
7. Power up the reader
If you are using an 802.3af compliant network to power the ALR-9650
connect a standard LAN cable between the ALR-9650 LAN/PoE port and
the 802.3af enabled LAN drop or network switch. The green POWER
LED will illuminate when power is on.
Note: If using an 802.3af compliant network it must be capable of
supplying up to 12.95 watts.
802.3af
Compliant
LAN drop
Figure 12 – ALX-416-2 24 V AC/DC Brick and Network Connection Diagram
If you are using the ALX-416-1 PoE Power supply or the ALX-416-2
AC/DC brick plug the AC power cord into the supply and into the wall
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8 Observe the reader's boot-up trace, and determine the network
settings.
The RS-232 port displays useful information while the reader boots, including
network settings. Toward the end of the trace, the reader displays a block of
text similar to the following:
---------------------------------------------
Network Settings:
MAC Address : 00:80:66:10:2D:12
DHCP : 1
IP Address : 10.9.8.10
Netmask : 255.255.255.0
Gateway : 10.9.8.2
DNS : 10.9.8.1
TimeServer : time-a.timefreq.bldrdoc.gov
TimeZone : -7
---------------------------------------------
Once the reader boots and you see the "Boot>Ready!" prompt, pressing
return will bring up the "Alien>" prompt.
9. Ensure the PC has compatible network settings.
In order for you to be able to connect to the reader over TCP/IP, the host
PC must be on the same subnet as the reader. If you are unfamiliar with
how to do this, consult your local IT service for assistance.
Once the initial connection is made, you may configure your reader's
network settings as you choose. Refer to the Reader Interface Guide for
instructions on how to do this.
You are now ready to bench test or demonstrate the RFID Reader system.
Bench Test Procedure
1. Position the reader so you can see the diagnostic LEDs
You may also want to position the PC so you can view the monitor
2. Access an operational mode suitable for bench testing.
Open the Alien Gateway RFID Demonstration Application.
Select Tag Grid on Gateway.
The RF ON light should illuminate.
Refer to the applicable software application user guide for specific
instructions.
3. Move a tag slowly away from the antenna’s range.
Begin with the tag well inside the expected read range (~2m or 6 ft) and
move it toward the antenna while observing the LEDs.
4. Verify the READ LED illuminates when the tag is inside the read
window.
The READ LED should be illuminated green.
5. Verify the host receives the tag data.
The tag should be displayed on the monitor..
6. If bench test conditions are verified, proceed to installation.