AMX ANT-RDR User manual

Installation Guide
Anterus™AMX RFID Solution
Overview
The Anterus™ RFID Solution provides a Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) solution from
AMX that extends the capabilities of the integrated A/V or control system. Anterus provides
the ability to monitor devices for asset control, as well as to define control system
functionality based on the presence of an RF Tag.
ANT-RDR Readers interface to the NetLinx Master via the AXLink bus. Anterus Tags actively
send RF messages communicating their information to ANT-RDR Readers at a distance. By
design, the Tags are active at all times. The ANT-RDR filters RF messages to ensure only
messages from RF Tags in the AMX system are forward to the control system.
• Each ANT-RDR Reader detects Anterus RF Tags within its monitored zone of up to
100 feet (30 m).
• Anterus products are designed to not interfere with WiFI and Zigbee frequency
spectrum used by other AMX products.
Note: The Anterus RFID Solution is intended for asset tracking and system control.
It is not to be used as a primary asset or personnel security system.
Anterus components include:
•ANT-RDR Reader (FG5172): The ANT-RDR connects to the NetLinx controller to initi-
ate system events when an Anterus RF asset tag or ID badge enters its zone.
•ANT-TAG Device/Asset Tag (FG5172-01): The ANT-TAG device/asset tag attaches to
devices to identify and track their location, and trigger system events.
•ANT-BDG Badge Tag (FG5172-03): The ANT-BDG badge tag is worn by personnel to
identify them, track their location within a facility, and trigger system events while in
proximity to an Anterus reader.
•Anterus Duet Module: The Anterus Duet Module interfaces ANT-RDR Readers with
NetLinx controllers.
ANT-RDR RFID Reader
The ANT-RDR (FG5172) connects to the NetLinx controller to initiate system events
whenever an ANT-TAG Device/Asset Tag, or ANT-BDG ID Badge Tag passes into its zone
(FIG. 1).
The ANT-RDR communicates with the NetLinx Master via AXLink, which supports up to 255
devices on a single AXLink bus spanning for a total distance of 3000’ (915 m).
The ANT-RDR uses a 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male) connector to provide data and
power to the ANT-RDR via the AXLink bus.
ANT-RDR Product Specifications
Anterus RFID Tags
ANT-TAG Device/Asset Tag
The ANT-TAG Device/Asset Tag (FG5172-01) attaches to devices to identify and track
location, and trigger system events (see FIG. 1).
Attach the ANT-TAG to a stationary or mobile asset to monitor the location of the asset. A
tagged asset may be a non-controllable object not traditionally connected to a Master Control
System, or a mobile device that is regularly moved throughout a facility.
ANT-BDG ID Badge Tag
The ANT-BDG Badge Tag (FG5172-03) is worn by personnel to identify them, track their
location within a facility and trigger system events while in proximity to an ANT-RDR RFID
Reader (see FIG. 1).
Anterus Tags - Internal Battery
An internal lithium battery powers the Anterus RFID Tags. Each RFID Tag will, for the
duration of its life, transmit a Radio Frequency (RF) signal at a pre-set time interval. The Tag
life is estimated at 5 years at a transmission time interval of approximately 10 seconds. The
life span of the Tag ends when the battery life is exhausted. Battery status can be inferred by
interrogating the internal Tag Age Counter Value.
Anterus Tags - Mounting/Installation
• ANT-TAG Tags can be mounted on a variety of non-metallic items. Where permanent
fixing is required, VHB double-sided tape is used.
• ANT-BDG Tags can be mounted on a variety of items. Where permanent fixing is
required VHB double-sided tape is used; otherwise, the tags may be worn on a neck-
lace or clipped to clothing.
FIG. 1 ANT-RDR RFID Reader and Anterus Tags
ANT-RDR Specifications
Front Panel
Components:
• RF Status LED (red): Indicates reception from RFID tag.
• AXLINK Status LED (green): Blinks to indicate the device is
installed and communicating properly.
Solid ON = Power on, but no master connection.
Solid OFF = No power
• RF Stub Antenna (433.92 MHz)
Rear Panel
Components:
• AxLink connector - 4-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix (male)
connector provides data and power to the ANT-RDR.
• DEVICE ID 8-position DIP Switch - Used to set the unique
binary device number. The device number is set by the total
value of DIP switch positions that are ON (down).
RF Specifications: • Transmission Frequency: 433.92 MHz
• Transmission Range: Up to 100 feet/30 meters (adjustable)
Note: Tag and Reader communication distances assume optimal
orientation between Tag and Reader. Read distances may also
vary as a result of the presence of metal and environmental con-
ditions.
System Limitations: • Up to 30 ANT-RDRs per system
• Up to 250 tags (ANT-TAG or ANT-BDG) per ANT-RDR
ANT-RDR (Front) ANT-RDR (Rear)
8-position
DEVICE
DIP Switch
RF Antenna (433.92 MHz)
4-pin AxLink
Connector
AxLink/RF
Status LEDs
ANT-TAG
Device/Asset Tag
ANT-BDG
ID Badge Tag
ANT-RDR Specifications (Cont.)
Power
Requirements:
• 780 mW; ±12 VDC, 90 mA (max.)
• Power provided by 4-pin AxLink connector.
Environmental: • Operational temperature: 32º F to 140º F (0º C to 60º C)
• Storage temperature: -4º F to 158º F (-20º C to 70º C)
• Humidity: 5% to 90% (non condensing)
Enclosure: Black Metal Powder coat
Dimensions (HWD): • .906 x 2.500 x 3.424 (23.01 mm x 63.50 mm x 86.96 mm)
• Does not include antenna.
Weight: 4 oz. (113.4 grams)
Certifications: The following standards applied in accordance with Article 5
of the directive, 1999/5/EC:
• EN 300 220-1 V1.2.1 (1997-11)
• ETS 300 683 (1997-03)
Other AMX
Equipment:
• AC-DIN-EXTR DIN Rail Mounting Bracket (FG532-05)
ANT-TAG / ANT-BDG Specifications
Models: • ANT-TAG Device/Asset Tag (FG5172-01)
• ANT-BDG ID Badge Tag (FG5172-02)
RF Specifications: • Tx Frequency: 433 Mhz
• Field strength: < 1600 µV/m
• Modulation: ASK
• Stability: Saw Stabilized
• External Antenna
Electrical
Specifications:
• Power: Internally powered Lithium Battery
(non-replaceable)
• Battery Life span: approximately 5 years.
Environmental: • Operational temperature: 32º F to 140º F (0º C to 60º C)
• Storage temperature: -4º F to 158º F (-20º C to 70º C)
• Humidity: 5% to 90% (non condensing)
Enclosure: ABS (ultrasonically sealed) IP 65
Dimensions (HWD): • ANT-TAG - 0.709" x 3.307" x 1.181"
(18 mm x 84 mm x 30 mm)
• ANT-BDG - 3.385" x 2.125" x 0.197"
(86 mm x 54 mm x 5 mm)
Weight: • ANT-TAG - 0.8 oz. (22.68 grams)
• ANT-BDG - 0.8 oz. (22.68 grams)
Certifications: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and,
• This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The following standards applied in accordance with
Article 5 of the directive, 1999/5/EC:
• EN 300 220-1 V1.2.1 (1997-11)
• ETS 300 683 (1997-03)
Any modification of this device without the express
consent of the manufacturer could void the user authority
to operate the equipment.

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Note: If you will be fixing personnel photos to the ANT-BDG, use a Badge/Slot Punch
capable of a throat reach of 1/4” (FIG. 2).
Connecting the ANT-RDR To a NetLinx Master
The ANT-RDR uses a single 4-pin captive-wire AxLink port to connect the ANT-RDR to a
NetLinx Master, and (optionally) to other ANT-RDRs. To connect the ANT-RDR to the
NetLinx Master via AxLink, install the AXlink data/power bus wiring as shown in FIG. 3.
Connecting Additional ANT-RDRs
To connect additional ANT-RDRs to create a RFID Reader Network Group, follow the
standard AxLink bus wiring (FIG. 4).
Preparing And Connecting Captive Wires
1. Strip 0.25 inch of wire insulation off all wires.
2. Insert each wire into the appropriate opening on the connector according to the
wiring diagrams and connector types described in this section.
3. Tighten the screws to secure the wires. Do not tighten the screws excessively; doing
so may strip the threads and damage the connector.
Assigning the ANT-RDR Device Address
The ANT-RDR sets its unique AXLink address via the 8-position DIP switch located on the
rear panel (see FIG. 1). AXLink addresses must be in the range of 1 to 255 (address 0
belongs to the Master).
Note: The device number takes effect only upon power-up. If you later change the device
number, remove and reconnect the AXlink connector to cycle power to the unit and enter
the new device number into memory.
Anterus Configuration Manager
The Anterus Duet Module interfaces ANT-RDR Readers with NetLinx controllers, and adds
the Anterus Configuration Manager to the NetLinx Master’s built-in web console.
The Anterus Configuration Manager allows you to configure the Reader and all Tags in the
Anterus solution via a web browser on any PC that has access to the NetLinx Master to
which the ANT-RDR is connected.
A sample UI module is provided in the module package. It is not intended to cover every
possible application, but can be expanded as needed to meet the requirements of a
particular installation. Refer to the documentation supplied with the Anterus Duet Module
for more details.
Note: The Anterus solution will also work without the Duet module, and all web
configuration may be done with Send Commands, Channels and Levels. Refer to the
Anterus RFID Solution Operation/Reference Guide for detailed programming information.
Accessing the RFID Configuration Manager
From any PC that has access to the LAN that the NetLinx Master to which the ANT-RDR is
connected:
1. Open a web browser and type the IP Address of the target NetLinx Master in the
browser’s Address Bar.
2. Press Enter to access the Configuration Manager for the specified NetLinx Master.
Note: If the specified NetLinx Master requires authentication, you will have to provide a
valid Username and Password to proceed.
3. The initial view is the Master’s Master Configuration Manager page - Web Control
tab.
4. Click the System button to access the Manage System page. The initial view is of the
Manage System tab.
5. Open the Manage Devices tab.
6. Under Device Configuration Pages, click on RFID, then select AMX Anterus
(FIG. 5).
This opens the RFID Configuration Manager (Main page).
RFID Configuration Manager (Main page)
The first web configuration page to be displayed when the ANT-RDR Web Console is
accessed is the RFID Configuration Manager page (FIG. 6).
The options in this page allow you to view and configure the Anterus system (Readers and
tags) as a whole (Global Settings), as well as view and configure each ANT-RDR Reader in
the system individually. Configuration options include naming each ANT-RDR, and
managing each of the RFID Tags in the system.
Adding a Tag to the System
1. Click the Add Tag button in the bottom-left corner of the Global Register page to add
a new RFID Tag to the system. This invokes a set of fields for the new Tag (FIG. 7):
2. Enter a Tag Name.
3. Enter Tag Info.
4. Enter the desired Acquired Threshold value for the new tag.
5. Click on the Accept button to enter the newly defined tag into the system.
Reader Configuration Page
Click the Configure icon for any Reader (in the RFID Configuration Manager page) to
access the Reader Configuration page. The top section of this page provides configuration
options for the selected ANT-RDR.
Note: The Reader configuration options on this page are identical to those presented on the
Global Register page. The difference between the two is that the options on the Reader
Configuration page are specific to the ANT-RDR selected on the RFID Configuration
Manager (Main page).
The lower section of this page provides configuration options for each Tag assigned to this
Reader.
Additional Documentation
Refer to the Anterus™ RFID Solution Operation/Reference Guide for additional
programming information and a full description of the Configuration Manager.
FIG. 2 ANT-BDG - Slot Punch dimensions
FIG. 3 AXlink data/power connections
FIG. 4 Connecting Additional ANT-RDRs
Device DIP Switch Settings
Position 1234 5 6 7 8
Value 1248163264 128
Depth = .25” (6.35mm)
Punch-out width = 1.625” (41.27mm)
Punch-out height =
.25” (6.35mm)
PWR AXP AXM GND
ANT-RDRNetLinx Master
PWR AXP AXM GND
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
ANT-RDRNetLinx Master
PWR
AXP
AXM
GND PWR
AXP
AXM
GND PWR
AXP
AXM
GND
PWR
AXP
AXM GND
ANT-RDRANT-RDR ANT-RDR
1 2 3 4 56 7 8
ON
Example: Device #128
FIG. 5 Manage Devices tab - Device Configuration Pages options
FIG. 6 RFID Configuration Manager - Main Page (initial view)
FIG. 7 New tag fields
"Global Settings" indicates the entire Anterus System (ANT-RDRs and Tags)
Click to access the Global Register page
Click to access the Reader Configuration page for each ANT-RDR.
Settings made to individual Readers will override Global settings.
Listing of all ANT-RDRs currently connected to this NetLinx Master.
Click to re-initialize the RFID System
Click to refresh the web console
Click to add a Tag
Click to delete a Tag