Biomark HPR LITE READER User manual
USER MANUAL Revision 2
HPR LITE READER
P/N: 30012-0A2
Copyright, Trademarks and Regulatory Information
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Copyright
© Copyright 2020 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 It should not be published, copied, or communicated to any person without prior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
HPR Lite and Biomark Device Manager are trademarks of Biomark, Inc.
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.
All other trademarks, trade names, or images mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.
Document History
Release Date Doc Revision Firmware Version Comments
February, 2018 1 1.01.00 Original release of this manual.
August, 2020 2 1.07.00 Updated release of this manual.
Updated list of
commands and graphics
to include changes from
firmware v1.07.00 release.
Regulatory Information
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, follow the instructions below:
(1) This transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter;
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(2) Avoid direct contact to the antenna or keep contact to a minimum while using this equipment.
Notice to consumers:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Notice to consumers:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Miscellaneous Information
Snapshots are according to the latest version at the moment this document was released.
Changes may occur without notice.
Regulatory Compliance
ISO 11784 & 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.
FCC NQY-30012
IC 4246A-30012
CE Declaration of conformity
BIOMARK Inc. hereby declares that the radio equipment type HPR Lite complies with the
directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address
(if the link does not work, copy and paste it into the address bar of the browser):
https://www.biomark.com/hpr-lite-reader#product.info.specifications
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Table of Contents
1. Reader Overview ................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Product Description ........................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Reader Front View Diagram ........................................................................................... 2
1.3 Reader Back and Bottom View Diagram ........................................................................ 3
1.4 Reader Display Diagram ................................................................................................ 4
1.5 Supplied Equipment ....................................................................................................... 4
1.6 Reader Care and Maintenance....................................................................................... 5
1.7 Updating Reader Firmware ............................................................................................ 6
2. Getting Started ..................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Turning Reader On and Off ............................................................................................ 7
2.2 Charging Reader............................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1 Battery Symbols .................................................................................................... 8
3. Configuring Reader .............................................................................................................10
3.1 General Settings............................................................................................................10
3.1.1 General Settings Diagram Tree ............................................................................11
3.2 Memory Settings ...........................................................................................................12
3.2.1 Memory Settings Diagram Tree ............................................................................14
3.3 Bluetooth Settings .........................................................................................................15
3.3.1 Bluetooth Settings Diagram Tree ..........................................................................15
3.4 Reader Information........................................................................................................16
4. Reading Tags......................................................................................................................17
4.1 Reading RFID Tags.......................................................................................................17
4.2 Testing Reader Performance.........................................................................................17
5. Communicating with the Reader .........................................................................................18
5.1 Connecting to PC via USB ............................................................................................18
5.2 Connecting USB Flash Drive .........................................................................................18
5.3 Connecting to PC via Bluetooth.....................................................................................20
5.3.1 Bluetooth Operation..............................................................................................20
5.3.2 Bluetooth Indicators..............................................................................................20
6. Reader Commands .............................................................................................................22
6.1 General Commands ......................................................................................................22
6.2 Settings Commands ......................................................................................................23
6.3 Memory Commands ......................................................................................................23
6.4 Power Commands.........................................................................................................23
7. Reader Setting Values and Defaults....................................................................................24
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8. Tag Transmission Format....................................................................................................26
8.1 “Streamed” Data............................................................................................................26
8.2 USB Drive Download.....................................................................................................26
8.3 Memory Download ........................................................................................................27
9. Reader Alarms ....................................................................................................................28
10. Reader Technical Specifications .........................................................................................29
11. Warranty .............................................................................................................................31
Reader Overview
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1. Reader Overview
1.1 Product Description
The HPR Lite reader is a portable handheld radio frequency identification (RFID) PIT tag reader
for intended use with animal tags. The HPR Lite reader has been designed specifically for use in
fish and wildlife research applications.
The reader features:
•Rugged drop resistant and waterproof (IP67 rated) housing.
•Tag detection capabilities include: ISO 11784/11785 compliant FDX-B and HDX, FDX-B
Fastag, FDX-B BioTherm temperature sensing, FDX-A (FECAVA), Avid Encrypted,
Trovan and Unique Manchester coded tags.
•Memory for storage of over 50,000 tag IDs, each with a corresponding date/time stamp
and temperature (if used with FDX-B BioTherm temperature sensing tags).
•Internal 7.2V lithium ion rechargeable battery pack.
•Backlit LCD high-contrast 38 mm x 38 mm screen.
•Visual, audible and vibrating indication of a tag detection.
•Bluetooth wireless communication.
•Micro USB wired communication/charging.
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1.2 Reader Front View Diagram
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1.3 Reader Back and Bottom View Diagram
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1.4 Reader Display Diagram
1.5 Supplied Equipment
The following items are included with the purchase of HPR Lite reader:
•HPR Lite reader.
•RFID FDX-B Test Tag fish-shaped keychain.
•Power Charger kit (Input: 100-240 V AC; 50-60 Hz, 0.5 A; Output: 5.0 V DC, 2.1 A),
including 3 international plug adapters.
•Micro USB to USB cable, 61 cm (3 ft.) long.
•Micro USB OTG Flash drive adapter.
•Biomark hand strap.
•HPR Lite Quick Start Guide.
•Custom hard case.
Please ensure you have received all the equipment listed above upon receipt of your new reader.
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MEMORY
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30.5°CFDX-B
Date / Time
Tag ID BioTherm tag
temperature
Memory
counter
Battery level /
Charge indicator
Bluetooth
indicator
USB connection
indicator
Tag type
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1.6 Reader Care and Maintenance
While the HPR Lite reader has been designed to be as rugged and durable as possible, please
observe the following points to ensure your reader provides many years of trouble-free service:
•Fully charge the battery before first use of the reader or before putting the reader into
storage.
•If the reader is exposed to salt water, rinse the entire unit with fresh water and dry it
thoroughly before putting into storage.
•Clean and dry the reader before putting it back into its carry case.
The HPR Lite is waterproof up to 1 meter for 30 minutes (IP67 rated).
Warning! The reader was not designed or intended to be operated underwater or otherwise
intentionally submerged.
Note:Water cannot enter the reader through the connector, but any moisture could damage the
terminals in the Micro USB cable if inserted while wet.
Warning! Do not try to access or replace the internal battery. Contact Biomark for battery
replacement. Risk of fire if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
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