Biomark IS1001 User manual

IS1001™Reader Standalone Operation
User Manual
For models IS1001 and IS1001-12V
Revision 10
Biomark, Inc.
705 S. 8th Street
Boise, Idaho 83702, USA
1-208-275-0011
www.biomark.com
[email protected]

Copyright and Trademarks
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Copyright
© Copyright 2019 Biomark, Inc. All rights reserved. This manual contains valuable proprietary
information. It should not be published, copied, or communicated to any person without prior
authorization from Biomark, Inc.
Trademarks
IS1001, IS1001-12V, Fastag, BioTherm, BioTerm and BioStat are trademarks of Biomark, Inc.
Lantronix DeviceInstaller is a trademark of Lantronix, Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks, trade names, or images mentioned herein belong to their respective
owners.
Document History
Release Date
Doc Revision
Firmware Version
Comments
May, 2014
1
1.4.0 (2.4.0)
Original release of this manual.
October, 2014
2
1.4.5 (2.4.5)
Updated release of this manual.
December, 2014
3
1.4.5 (2.4.5)
Updated Data Logger Board Operation section.
July, 2015
4
1.5.2 (2.5.2)
Updated Synchronization section.
April, 2016
5
1.6.0 (2.6.0)
Updated list of commands and reports to include
changes from firmware v1.6.0 release.
September, 2016
6
1.6.1 (2.6.1)
Added Over-Temperature Protection mechanism
description and updated list of commands and
reports to include Reader Idling Time setting.
January, 2017
7
1.6.1 (2.6.1)
Updated Data Logger Board Operation section.
Removed Using BioTerm and BioStat section.
Updated links and screenshots.
March, 2017
8
1.6.2 (2.6.2)
Updated list of commands to include changes from
firmware v1.6.2 release.
July, 2017
9
1.6.3 (2.6.3)
Updated list of commands to include changes from
firmware v1.6.3 release.
June, 2019
10
1.7.0 (2.7.0)
Updated functionalities and list of commands to
include changes from firmware v1.7.0 release.
Removed USB Data Logger Board Operation
section. Added BLE Data Logger Board description.
READ THROUGH THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING IS1001
OR IS1001-12V READER. FOLLOW ALL STEPS EXACTLY. USING IS1001 OR IS1001-12V
READER IN A MANNER FOR WHICH IT WAS NOT DESIGNED MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY
FEATURES BUILT IN BY THE MANUFACTURER.
Safety Symbols
Indicates care should be taken to avoid physical harm. Only qualified
service personnel should access the internal components of IS1001 or
IS1001-12V reader.

Table of Content
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Table of Contents
Description..................................................................................................................................1
Models.............................................................................................................................1
Features..........................................................................................................................1
Specifications ..................................................................................................................2
Major Internal Hardware Components .............................................................................3
Mother Board and LED User Interface Board.......................................................4
Exciter Board........................................................................................................5
Remote Communication Board ............................................................................5
USB Data Logger Board.......................................................................................6
BLE Data Logger Board .......................................................................................7
Installing and Configuring IS1001 Reader...................................................................................8
Pre-Installation Steps.......................................................................................................8
Installing IS1001 Reader .................................................................................................8
Synchronizing Multiple IS1001 Readers ........................................................................10
Antenna Exciter Oscillator Synchronization Process ..........................................10
Real-Time Clock Synchronization Process.........................................................13
Tuning Antenna.............................................................................................................13
Antenna Dynamic Tuning...............................................................................................15
Adjusting Antenna Output Power...................................................................................15
Antenna Over-Current Protection and Dynamic Output Power ......................................15
Over-Temperature Protection........................................................................................16
Detecting and Capturing Tag IDs..............................................................................................17
Storing Tag IDs in IS1001 Reader Memory ...................................................................17
Storing Tag IDs on Locally-Attached Computer.............................................................17
Storing Tag IDs on Remote Computer or on Optional Data Logger Board.....................17
Tag Detection Counter...................................................................................................18
Tag Memory Counter.....................................................................................................18
Downloading Tag IDs from IS1001 Reader Memory......................................................18
Establishing Connection with IS1001 Reader............................................................................19
ASCII Protocol...............................................................................................................20
Message Types and Formats ........................................................................................20
Messages Examples..........................................................................................20
USB Port Operation..................................................................................................................21
Fiber Optic Port Operation ........................................................................................................22
Ethernet Port Operation............................................................................................................23

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Configuring Ethernet Settings ...................................................................................................25
Assigning Static IP Address to IS1001 Reader..............................................................26
Configuring Ethernet Module Settings ...........................................................................27
Commands ...............................................................................................................................28
Reports Structures....................................................................................................................39
Full Status Report Structure...........................................................................................39
Short Status Report Structure........................................................................................42
Noise Report Structure..................................................................................................44
Diagnostic Data Report Structure ..................................................................................44
Alarm Messages and Codes.....................................................................................................46
Self-Tests and Diagnostics .......................................................................................................48
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................49
IS1001 Reader Does Not Power Up..............................................................................49
No Antenna Connection Detected..................................................................................49
All Other Problems.........................................................................................................49
Maintenance.............................................................................................................................50
Advanced Diagnostics...............................................................................................................51
Monitoring Antenna Current...........................................................................................51
Monitoring FDX-B Tag Signal Decoding Filters Output..................................................51
Monitoring HDX Tag Signal Decoding Filters Output .....................................................51
Signals Examples..........................................................................................................52
Updating Firmware....................................................................................................................57
Index.........................................................................................................................................60

Description
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Description
The IS1001™ is a high performance, ISO-compliant stationary RFID transceiver designed for
detecting, storing, and transmitting FDX-B and HDX PIT tag IDs in permanent installations. It is
specifically designed for applications that require low power consumption, large detection area,
and high adaptability to environmental changes.
Each IS1001 reader's antenna exciter circuitry is designed to operate large antenna (as large as
4 feet by 20 feet or similar) with low coil inductance to provide a detection area that is tolerant of
environmental changes. In addition, IS1001 reader can carry out independent automatic dynamic
antenna tuning while providing ample power to its antennafor optimal tag activation and detection.
The IS1001 reader saves tag data and system information in its internal memory. It can also save
the information on a removable memory device or communicate the data in real time via various
paths to a host computer or data logger.
Models
There are two available models of IS1001 reader:
•IS1001: This is the basemodel. It requires a 24 VDC power input. This model uses IS1001
Application Firmware v1.x.x.
•IS1001-12V:Same as IS1001 except that it requires a 12 V DC power input and it does
not offer adjustable antenna power output. This model is identified by a yellow model
number sticker on the Mother board. This model uses IS1001 Application Firmware v2.x.x.
Features
The IS1001 reader incorporates the following features:
•Dynamic antenna auto-tuning
•Support for a wide range of antenna inductances
•Adjustable antenna output power (not available on IS1001-12V reader)
•Detection of ISO-compliant FDX-B and HDX PIT tags
•Detection of Fastag™ FDX-B Half-Telegram PIT tags
•FDX-B tag detection signal level measurement and BioTherm™tag temperature detection
•Automatic system performance diagnostics using a Virtual Test Tag
•Flexible and configurable to support a wide array of system applications
•Configurable non-volatile setup parameters
•Non-volatile internal memory for storing up to 78,583 tag IDs and 1,023 status reports.
•Storing real-time information such as tag IDs, alarms, messages, and reports on an
external USB flash drive (requires optional USB Data Logger Board)
•USB port, RS-232 and Bluetooth port for local access (requires optional BLE Data Logger
Board)
•Ethernet and fiber optic ports for remote access (requires optional Remote
Communication Board)
•DC power input (24 volts for model IS1001, 12 volts for model IS1001-12V)
•Remote and field upgradeable firmware

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Specifications
Item
Description
Input Voltage
18-28 V DC (12-15 V DC for model IS1001-12V)
Input Fuse
3 A, Resettable
Reverse Polarity Protection
Yes
Undervoltage Protection
Yes
Overvoltage Protection
Yes
In-rush Current Limiting
Yes
Antenna Exciter Voltage
- Model IS1001: 12-20 V DC, Electronically Adjustable, 5-Steps
- Model IS1001-12V: Fixed to 10 V DC
Antenna Exciter Configuration
Full Bridge
Antenna Current Limit
11.0 Ap-p, Firmware Enforced
Antenna Tuning
10 Capacitors, Electronically Switched
Operating Frequency
134.2 KHz
Synchronization Capability
- Antenna Exciter Oscillator Synchronization, Network
Configuration, Hardwired Twisted-Pair Interface
- Real-time Clock Synchronization
Tag Technologies Decoding
- ISO FDX-B - ISO HDX
- Fastag™ FDX-B Half-Telegram (non-ISO) - FDX-B BioTherm
Self-Diagnostics
Virtual Tag Test, Electronically Adjustable Level
Internal Data Storage
78,583 Tag IDs, 1,023 Status Reports
External Data Storage (with
optional Accessory Board)
- Up to 64 GB of real-time information on USB flash drive
- 1,024,000 Tag IDs, 55,296 Status Reports on extended memory
Communication Ports
- USB (Mini-B), ASCII Protocol
- Ethernet (RJ45), ASCII Protocol (with optional Accessory Board)
- Fiber Optics (ST), ASCII Protocol (with optional Accessory Board)
- RS232 (DB9), ASCII Protocol (with optional Accessory Board)
- Bluetooth, ASCII Protocol (with optional Accessory Board)
External Status LEDs (with
optional Accessory Board)
- Power (Green) - Tuned (Red)
- Scan (Yellow) - Tag (White)
Beeper (with optional
Accessory Board)
Piezo Indicator, 4 KHz, 70 dB
Operating Temperature Range
-4˚F to 158˚F (-20˚C to 70˚C)
Operating Humidity Range
10% to 90%, Non-Condensing
Weight
1.0 lbs. (0.45 kg) (w/o enclosure)
Dimensions
12.25”L x 3.75”W x 2.00”H (31 cm x 9.5 cm x 5 cm) (w/o enclosure)
Agency Approvals
No

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Major Internal Hardware Components
Note: Shown as supplied by Biomark.
Note: Shown with sample enclosure.
Mother Board
Exciter Board
LED User Interface Board
(optional)

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Note: Optional LED User Interface Board, Remote Communication Board, USB Data Logger
Board and BLE Data Logger Board are all mutually exclusive. Only one can be installed at a time.
Mother Board and LED User Interface Board
The Mother Board incorporates the following: input power connection and monitoring, CPU,
internal memory, optional accessory boards interface, USB local communication interface, CAN
Bus interface, Date/Time synchronization interface and FDX-B tag and HDX tag signal decoding
filters. This board also contains two yellow antenna tuning status LEDs (OFF+ and OFF-) that
indicate if the antenna is out of tune and if the tuning capacitance needs to be increased (OFF+)
or reduced (OFF-).
The LED User Interface Board incorporates IS1001 status LEDs, an IS1001 beeper with a
potentiometer to adjust its volume, and an IS1001 reset button.
The four IS1001 status LEDs indicate the following:
•Green “POWER” LED indicates that power has been applied to the IS1001 reader.
•Yellow “SCAN" LED indicates that the IS1001 reader is in Scan mode.
•Red “TUNED” LED indicates that the antenna is properly tuned to the set target phase.
Flashing LED indicates that the IS1001 reader is performing Antenna Full Tune process.
•White “TAG” LED indicates that a tag ID was successfully decoded.
USB
Port
3V Power
LED
Antenna Tune
Status LEDs
IS1001
Beeper
IS1001 Reset
Button
IS1001
Status LEDs
5V Power
LED
IS1001 Beeper
Volume
Potentiometer
FDX-B Filters
Output Test Point
DEBUG
Port

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Exciter Board
The Exciter Board incorporates the following: the antenna exciter with adjustable power output,
dynamic tuning capacitors, antenna exciter oscillator synchronization interface, Virtual Test Tag,
and FDX-B tag and HDX tag signal detectors.
Remote Communication Board
The Remote Communication Board incorporates the Ethernet and fiber optic communication
interface and enables remote access to the connected IS1001 reader for data collection and
reader configuration.
The board contains two jumpers toenable each individual communication port. It is recommended
to use only one communication port at a time, to avoid communication conflicts. To disable one
of the ports, to save on power consumption, remove the corresponding jumper. This board also
contains IS1001 status LEDs and an IS1001 beeper.
CAN Bus
Port
Antenna
Connector
Exciter Board
Power LEDs
33 nF Capacitor
Bypass Jumper
Exciter Oscillator
Synchronization
Connector
Power
Connector
Synchronization
Network Termination
Jumper

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USB Data Logger Board
The USB Data Logger Board stores real-time information such as tag IDs, alarms, messages,
and reports on an external USB flash drive. The maximum supported flash drive size is 64 GB.
The amount of data that can be stored varies depending on the type of data received.
It incorporates the RS-232 communication interface for local access to the stored data and to the
connected IS1001 reader. This port also allows connection to a second IS1001 reader for
collecting and combining data from both readers into a single file on the USB flash drive.
The board contains IS1001 status LEDs, an IS1001 beeper, and an IS1001 reset button. For
information on using this board, see IS1001 USB Data Logger User Manual.
Ethernet
Module
Ethernet Module
MAC Address
Ethernet Port
Enable Jumper
Fiber Optic Port
Enable Jumper
Fiber Optic
Transmit Port
Fiber Optic
Receive Port
IS1001
Status LEDs
Fiber Optic Port
Status LEDs
IS1001
Beeper
RS-232
Port
Flash
Drive Port
IS1001
Beeper
Flash Drive
Status
LEDs
Flash
Drive Eject
Button
IS1001
Reset
Button
IS1001
Status LEDs