ARETE AB100 User manual

User Guide
AB100
Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader

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Notice
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ARETE mobile is launched by PHYCHIPS Inc. for mobile device and currently registered worldwide
with its ARETE mobile trade mark legally protected by law.
© 2012 PHYCHIPS Inc. All rights reserved.
This User Guide is produced by PHYCHIPS Inc. and protected by Copyright Laws.
Please note that there may be possible mistake or omission of information in this document.
Applicable Device
This document is applicable for Android 2.2.1~4.0.4

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Contents
Chapter 1: Understanding AB100........................................................................................................4
1.1 AB100 at a Glance.....................................................................................................................4
1.2 Accessories................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Specifications.............................................................................................................................5
Chapter 2: Basics..................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Activating....................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Application: How to Install in your Phone...................................................................................7
2.3 Bluetooth Pairing........................................................................................................................9
2.4 Inventory..................................................................................................................................10
2.5 When disconnected from phone..............................................................................................11
2.6 How to Grip..............................................................................................................................12
Chapter 3: How to use Application....................................................................................................13
3.1 Main Display ............................................................................................................................13
3.2 Pairing with AB100...................................................................................................................13
3.3 Read EPC Tag.........................................................................................................................14
3.4 Read Tag Memory....................................................................................................................15
3.5 Write Tag Memory....................................................................................................................16
3.6 Lock Tag Memry.......................................................................................................................17
3.7 Kill Tag Memory .......................................................................................................................18
3.8 Additional Functions.................................................................................................................19
Chapter 4: Information........................................................................................................................20
4.1 Safety Information....................................................................................................................20
4.2 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................20
4.3 Disposal and Recycling ...........................................................................................................21
4.4 Customer Service ....................................................................................................................21

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Chapter 1: UnderstandingAB100
1.1 AB100 at a Glance
1.2 Accessories
Power ON/OFF
Button
Status Indicator_LED
Charger Connector Strap Holder
RFID Antenna
USB Cable Neck Strap Quick Manual

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1.3 Specifications
PHYSICAL
Dimension(WxLxH) 35.9 x 101.5 x 11.7mm
Weight 40g
Indication Power on LED(Blue), Charging LED(Red/Green), Tagging(Red blinking)
Battery Rechargeable, 350mAh Li-polymer
Continuous Time 2.5 hours , Sleep mode function
Charging Micro USB 5pin
Color White
RFID PERFORMANCE
RFID Reader Chip PR9000
Air Protocol ISO 18000-6C/ EPC Class1 Gen 2
Operating Frequency 902.75 ㎒~ 927.25 ㎒
OS Apple IOS 4.01, Android 2.2 above, Windows XP, Windows7
Output (EIRP) 25mW(14dBm)
RFID Read Distance Max 0.5m (depend on tags)
Antenna Circularly Polarized Patch Antenna
Tag Read, Write
BLUETOOTH PERFORMANCE
Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR
Frequency 2.4GHz
Profile SPP, IAP
Bluetooth Distance Max 10m
USER ENVIRONMENT
Operating Temp 0~40˚C
Storage Temp -20~60˚C

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Chapter 2: Basics
2.1 Activating
1. Power ON
1) Power button is located on the front side of the product
2) Power button should be pressed for 2 seconds
3) LED indicator will be blinked for 60 seconds in blue color
2. Power OFF
1) AB100 will be changed to “Power off” mode automatically if fail to pairing for 60 seconds
2) AB100 will be changed to “Power off” mode automatically after 60 second of pairing and tag
reading
3. Battery Charging
1) Battery will be charged by Micro B USB connector
2) It is compatible with general Micro B USB connector
3) Charging time is about 2 hours
4) Red LED blinking: under charging
5) Blue LED blinking: completed charging
LED Indicator
Power Button

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2.2 Application: How to Install in your Phone
1. Connect your phone to PC
2. Turn on USB storage
3. Copy apps into your phone
1) Your phone shows up as a removable device on your PC.
2) Create a folder and copy apps on removable drive.

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4. Install
1) Allow unknown sources
2) Open your file browser app
3) Install the APK file

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2.3 Bluetooth Pairing
1. Turn on Bluetooth at Settings
2. Turn on AB100
3. Run App
4. Touch Pair
5. Connected

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2.4 Inventory
1. Touch Read button to inventory tag continuously
2. Touch Stop button to finish inventory tag
3. Press shortly the reader button to inventory tag 1 short time

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2.5 When disconnected from phone
1. Turn on AB100
2. Scan for Device
3. Now connected

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2.6 How to Grip
1. Do not cover RFID antenna area by hand
2. Hand Effect
RFID reader performance will be lower if antenna area covered by hand.
GOOD
BAD
RFID Antenna

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Chapter 3: How to useApplication
3.1 Main Display
- Connection Status: Connection status with AB100 such as not connected, connecting, connected
- Read Button: Start to read “Tag EPC”
- Clear Button: Remove Read Record
- Stop Button: Stop Tag Reading
- Display: Show Tag Read Record
- Additional Functions: Set Access Password
3.2 Pairing with AB100
See Chapter 2.3 Bluetooth pairing

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3.3 Read EPC Tag
1. Touch Read button to start Tag reading
2. Touch Stop button to stop tag reading

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3.4 Read Tag Memory
1. Touch long target EPC code
2. Touch Read Tag Memory
3. Give parameters
4. Touch Read Memory
5. Check Data

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3.5 Write Tag Memory
1) Touch long target EPC code
2) Touch Write Tag Memory
3) Give Parameters
4) Touch Write TAG

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3.6 Lock Tag Memory
1) Touch long target EPC code
2) Touch Lock Tag Memory
3) Give Parameters
4) Touch Lock TAG

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3.7 Kill Tag Memory
1) Touch long target EPC code
2) Touch Kill Tag
3) Give Parameters
4) Touch Kill TAG

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3.8 Additional Functions
1. Setting for Local Regulations
2. Save Setting to AB100
You can store your settings inAB100 flash memory by touching update button.
If you touch erase button, stored setting are cleared.

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Chapter 4: Information
4.1 Safety Information
1. Do not disassemble or repair arbitrarily but contact where you buy whenAB100 is in trouble.
2. Do not use chemical substance(alcohol, benzene, detergent etc) and water to cleanAB100
3. Please avoid vibrations and shocks. Please place in a safe place when not in use.
4. Please avoid high/low temperature and high humidity.
5. Please turn AB100 off in explosive area as there may be danger due to electric wave.
6. Please use medical device(pacemaker, hearing aid etc) which is blocked from RF energy.
7. Please stop using AB100 and consult a medical expert in case of any allergic reactions and
side effect.
4.2 Troubleshooting
Q: What should I do if I fail to turn on AB100?
A: First, check the batter power status.
Second, recharge for a certain amount of time and try again.
If you fail to turn it on again, please contact where you buy it.
Third, if red LED is blinking in standby status, it is battery failure.
Please contact where you buy it.
Q: What should I do ifAB100 gets wet?
A: Dry it first.
If it does not working properly after being dried, then contact where you buy it.
Q: What should I do if AB100 fail to pair with device?
A: First, check AB100 ID
Second, check power status ofAB100
Third, check Bluetooth function as “ON”
Q: What should I do if I fail to read tag?
A: First, check whether Bluetooth connected or not.
Second, check power status ofAB100.
Third, it is possible to fail to read tag due to interference if other RFID readers are being used
in the same place.