Allflex LPR User manual

USER GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
Rev 1.1
LPR
Livestock Pocket Reader

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Description1
1Refer to specifications section for more details

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Operation
Getting Started
Before using the reader, it is necessary to first fully
charge the battery pack as described in battery
management section.
Switch on / off instructions
Press and release the “SCAN” button once to turn the
reader on. At start-up, it will switch on the RED light and
beep once.
Note 1 - Once activated, the reader will stay on
for 2 minutes by default and then shut down
automatically emitting two beeps.
Reading a transponder
To search for tags, press and release the SCAN button.
When searching for tags, the red light will flash. The
reader will continue searching tags for 3 seconds until a
tag is found or the time is elapsed.

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The best reading orientation is as following:
When a tag is detected, the green led will flash once
to indicate the good read and the tag number will be
transmitted over Bluetooth®and USB link.
Using Bluetooth interface
The LPR has a built-in Bluetooth®to communicate with
computers, smartphones and iPhone®/ iPad®.
The blue light indicates the current Bluetooth state:
Bluetooth indicator
Blinks once every
2 seconds
Blinks 5 times
every 5 seconds
Bluetooth off
Not connected
(slave mode )
Not connected
(Master mode)
Tries to establish a
connection
Bluetooth
Connected

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The reader emits a single beep when the Bluetooth
connects and 3 beeps when it disconnects.
Note 2 –When the reader is connected in slave
mode, the reader stays on for 1 hour.
Note 3 –When the reader is configured in Master
mode, you can force it to Slave mode by
keeping pressed the button for 15 seconds at
start-up. During these 15 seconds, the reader will
progressively warn that the return to slave mode
is ongoing (blinking blue led, audible warning)
The default passkey of the built-in Bluetooth®is 1234.
To pair your smartphone to your LPR reader, go into
Bluetooth settings of your smartphone and turn on
Bluetooth if currently disabled.

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Connection to iPhone / iPad devices
2Once paired to the iPhone, your reader will automatically switch into master
mode to be able the reconnect to the iPhone automatically the next time.
Make sure your
reader is on and tap
on LPR
Type 1234
Paired2

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Connection to Android™devices
Make sure your
reader is on and tap
on LPR
Type 1234
Paired
Connection in master mode
Use the PC software to configure your reader in master
mode (refer to PC software section for more
information)

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Using USB interface
The USB port allows the device to transmit and receive
data via a USB connection to your personal computer
1. Before plugging your reader to your computer, first
install the LPR PC Software available on your local
Allflex website. This will pre-install the LPR USB driver
on your computer necessary to connect your
reader through USB.
2. Remove the protective cap covering the USB port
and connect the reader to your computer using the
USB cable. Your computer will automatically find
and install the drivers for the reader.
3. Run LPR PC Software to configure your reader,
configure a Bluetooth connection or download its
memory.

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Note 4 –Once the USB cable is connected, the
reader is automatically powered on and it will
remain activated until the cable is
disconnected.
Note 5 –The USB connection recharges your
battery pack (refer to battery management
section).
Note 6 –Replace the protective cap on USB port
to protect your reader against foreign
contamination and water.
Battery Management
Battery level indicator
The reader has an orange light indicating the battery
level or the charge status when a USB charger
powered the device.
Battery level indicator
Battery OK
Battery level getting low
Battery depleted
Charge necessary

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How to recharge the battery
To charge the battery, simply plug the USB cable into
the USB connector and connect it to the wall mount
adapter3provided with the reader. It will take
approximately 3 hours to fully charge the battery pack.
Note 7 - The batteries can be charged with a
computer but the charge time will significantly
increase
Note 8 - The reader cannot read tags with
depleted batteries. The other functions are fully
active.
Note 9 - Use the adapter and the USB cable
provided with the reader to charge the
batteries.
3Install first the plug onto the adapter before use
Charge indicator
Battery fully
charged
Slow charge
Fast charge
(#3 hours)
Charge fault
(Temperature
exceed limits)

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Battery handling instructions
Please read and follow the handling instructions for the
battery before use. Improper use of the battery may
cause heat, fire, rupture, and damage or capacity
deterioration of the battery.
Caution
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN
INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Warning
Use rechargeable batteries with the same capacity.
Do not use this reader near water when connected to the
AC/DC adapter.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
Do not charge the battery pack from AC main sources during
electrical storms or when unused for long periods of time.
The battery must be charged indoor only between 0°C and
40°C.
For best battery performance, charge unit at least every three
months, if reader is unused

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PC software
The LPR PC Software is available on your local Allflex
website.
Once downloaded, execute the setup package to
install the PC software on your computer.
The PC software allow to:
Download reader memory (when feature
enabled)
Set-up an advanced Bluetooth connection
(master mode with remote devices discovery)
Change the reader configuration (enable
memory, change reader name…)
Refer to LPR PC Software user manual for more
information (available on your local Allflex website)

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Specifications4
General
Operating frequency
134.2 kHz
Norms
ISO 11784 / 11785
Special feature:
Temperature scanning with TD and BT implants
between 33°C and 43°C (between 91.4°F and
109.4°F)
Reading distances
Up to 22cm depending on tag type and orientation
User interface
4 lights (red, green, orange and blue)
1 button, 1 buzzer, 1 vibrator
USB interface
CDC class (Serial emulation)
Bluetooth®interface
v3.0 Class 2(up to 15m), Serial Port Profile (SPP)
iPhone/iPad compatible (iAP interface)
Memory
3000 IDs
Battery
7.2VDC –700mAh NiMH rechargeable
Battery charge duration
Up to 3h00 in fast charge (external power supply)
Up to 9h00 in slow charge (computer)
Mechanical and physicals
Ingress Protection
IP65 (Projected Water resistant)
Dimensions
234 x 52 x 32 mm (9.21 x 2.05 x 1.26 in)
Weight
300 g (10.6 oz)
Operating Temperature
-20° to +55°C (-4° to +131°F)
Storage Temperature
-20° to +65°C (-4° to +149°F)
Battery charging temperature
+5°C to +40°C ( +41 to +104°F)
Humidity
10% - 90%
4All specifications are subject to change without notice

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Legal information
Reader physical integrity
The device has been built from rugged and durable materials to withstand use in harsh environments for
long periods of time. However, the reader contains electronic components that can be damaged if they
are deliberately exposed to extreme abuse. This damage can adversely affect, or stop the reader's
operation. The user must avoid deliberately striking other surfaces and objects with the device. Damage
that results from such handling is not covered by the warranty described below.
Limited Product Warranty
Manufacturer guarantees this product against all defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for a
period of one year following the date of purchase. The warranty does not apply to any damage resulting
from an accident, misuse, modification or an application other than that described in this manual and for
which the device was designed.
If the product develops a malfunction during the warranty period, manufacturer will repair or replace it
free of charge. The cost of shipment is at the customer's expense, whereas return shipment is paid by
manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the reader has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Apple - Legal Notice
iPod, iPhone, iPad are a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPhone or iPad may affect wireless performance.

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Trademarks
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Regulatory Compliance
ISO 11784 & ISO 11785
This device complies with the standards set forward by the International Standardization Organization.
Specifically with standards:
11784: Radio frequency identification of animals -- Code Structure
11785: Radio frequency identification of animals -- Technical Concept.
EC declaration of conformity
Allflex Europe hereby declares that this EID Reader is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at
http://www.allflex-europe.com/en/compliance/

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Description1
1Référez vous au paragraphe spécifications pour plus de détails

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Utilisation
Démarrage
Avant d’utiliser votre lecteur, il est nécessaire de
charger entièrement la batterie comme décrit dans la
section gestion de la batterie.
Instructions d’allumage / extinction
Pressez puis relâchez le bouton de lecture pour allumer
le lecteur. Une fois sous tension, la lumière rouge
s’allume et le lecteur émet un bip.
Note 1 –Sans action de l’utilisateur, le lecteur
s’éteindra automatiquement après deux minutes
en émettant deux bips.
Lecture d’une boucle électronique
Pressez le bouton de lecture pour lancer la recherche
d’une boucle électronique. Pendant la recherche, la
lumière rouge clignote. Le lecteur continuera la
recherché pendant 3 secondes ou s’arrêtera à la
lecture d’une boucle électronique.

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La meilleure orientation pour la lecture est :
Lorsqu’une boucle électronique est détectée, la
lumière verte s’allume brièvement pour indiquer la
lecture et le numéro d’identification est transmis par
Bluetooth et USB.
Utilisation de l’interface Bluetooth®
Le LPR a un module Bluetooth intégré lui permettant de
communiquer avec des ordinateurs, des smartphones
et des iPhone®/ iPad®.
La lumière bleue indique l’état du Bluetooth :
Indicateur Bluetooth
Clignote 1 fois toutes
les 2 secondes
Clignote 5 fois toutes les 5
secondes
Bluetooth
éteint
Non connecté
(mode esclave)
Non connecté
(mode maître)
Essaie d’établir une
connexion
Bluetooth
connecté