Biomark HPR LITE READER User manual

USER MANUAL Revision 1
HPR LITE READER
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© Copyright 2019 Biomark, Inc. All rights reserved. This manual contains valuable proprietary
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IS1001, IS1001-12V, RM310, FS1001A and BioTerm are trademarks of Biomark, Inc.
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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 devicemust accept any
interference,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation 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 interferenceto radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radioor television reception, which can be determinedby 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 experiencedradio/TV technician for help.
Notice to consumers:

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Any changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsiblefor compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, followthe instructions below: (1) This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter; (2) Avoid
direct contact to the antenna,or keep contact to a minimum while using this 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 undesiredoperation of
the device.
This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, followthe instructions below: (1) This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter; (2) Avoid
direct contact to the antenna,or keep contact to a minimum while using this equipment.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicablesaux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée auxdeuxconditions suivantes: (1) L’appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
Cet équipement portable avecses antennes est conforme auxlimites d’expositions de la
CNR102 applicables pour un environnment non contrôlé. Pour maintenir la conformité suivez
les instructions ci-dessous: (1) Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co-localisé ou opéré en
conjonction avec toute autre antenne ou émetteur; (2) Éviteztout contact direct avec l’antenne
ou gardezle contact au minimum pendant l’utilisation de cet équipement.
Avis aux consommateurs:
Toutes les modifications non expressément approuvées par la partie responsable de la
conformité peuvent annuler le droit de l’utilisateur à cet équipement.
Miscellaneous Information
Snapshots are according to the latest version at the moment this document was released.
Changes may occur without notice.
Apple - Legal Notice
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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Regulatory Compliance
ISO 11784 & 11785
This device complies with the standards set forward by the International Standardization
Organization. Specifically, with standards:
11784: Radio frequency identificationof animals -- Code Structure.
11785: Radio frequency identificationof animals -- Technical Concept.
FCC NQY-30012
IC 4246A-30012
CE Marking

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Table of Contents
1. Reader Overview...................................................................Error! Bookmark not defined.
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 ......................................................................................................9
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

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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 BioTherm13 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 BioTherm13 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
Loop Antenna
LCD Display
Blue LED
Read Indicator
Read Button
Arrow Buttons
Power/OK Button

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1.3 Reader Back and Bottom View Diagram
Micro USB Connector
Certification Label with
Part Number and Serial
Number information

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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.
•Biomark Tag Manager software (1 PC installation). See 1.7 Updating Reader Firmware
on page 6 for details.
Please ensure you have receivedall the equipment listed above uponreceipt of yournew
reader.
01234
7:13 PM
09/27/2017
MEMORY
3DD.003BA20748
100,5°FF DX-B
Date / Time
Tag ID BioThermo tag
temperature
Memory
counter
Battery level /
Charge indicator
Bluetooth
indicator
USB connection
indicator
Tag type
01234
7:13 PM
09/27/2017
MEMORY
3DD.003BA20748
100,5°FF DX-B
Date / Time
Tag ID BioThermo 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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1.7 Updating Reader Firmware
New or updated firmware may periodically become available for the HPR Lite reader. You can
check Biomark’s web site to see if an update is available. The easiest way to update the
firmware is through the Biomark Tag Manager or BioTerm communication software. Biomark
Tag Manager requires a productkey to run, which is included with each purchase of the reader
(1 PC installation only). Please contactthe Customer Service Department at Biomark to obtain
the key by calling [phone] or emailing [e-mail].
To check for availability of a firmware update or to download Biomark Tag Manager or BioTerm
software please go to corresponding productat https://www.biomark.com/software-drivers.
Please refer to correspondingsoftware’s User Manual (see link below) for the reader’s firmware
update procedure.
•Tag Manager:
https://www.biomark.com/technical/PDFs/Tag%20Manager%203%20User%20Manual.p
df
•BioTerm:
https://www.biomark.com/pub/media/BioTerm_and_BioStat_User_Manual_Rev2_1.pdf
Refer to section 5. Communicating with the Reader for more informationon howto establish
reader’s communication with a PC.
Note: As a precaution, you should download all tag IDs contained in memory before initiating
the update process. All settings may be reset to manufacturer default values during the update
process, so it is recommended that you take a note of the present settings prior to updating the
reader.

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2. Getting Started
2.1 Turning Reader On and Off
The reader can be powered on by any of the following methods:
•Pressing and holding the OK button for 1 second.
•Connecting the reader to the included AC power supply or USB port of a PC.
Upon powering up, the reader will display a splash screen and emit a short beep. This screen
will display the present firmware version in the bottom right corner. After approximately 1.5
seconds, the reader will display the main screen.
Note: Operating ambient temperature of the HPR Lite reader must be between -20°C (-4°F) and
+58°C (+136.4°F) with relative humidity between 10% and 90%, non-condensing.
The reader can be powered off by any of the following methods:
•Pressing and holding the OK button while in main screen. After approximately one
second a shutdown timer will appear. Continue holding the OK button until the reader
sounds two beeps and shuts down. The countdown can be abortedby releasing the OK
button.
•The reader will automatically power off after a certain period of inactivity. The inactivity
time is user adjustable and by default is set to 180 seconds (3 minutes).Pressing any
button will reset the timer.
The reader will stay powered on while:
Screen During Power Up
Main Screen

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•The reader is connectedto the AC power supply or USB port of a PC.
•The reader is connectedto a PC via Bluetooth in slave mode (remote device has
established the connection). The reader will power off automatically after 60 minutes of
inactivity.
2.2 Charging Reader
The reader has an internal 7.2V lithium ion re-chargeable battery.
To charge the battery, followthese steps:
•Fast Charge: Plug the Micro USB cable into the connector at the bottomof the reader,
then plug the USB connector into the AC power supply. Charging using this method will
take <6 hours with a healthy battery. Multiple power plug adapters have been provided
with the reader, please ensure you are using the correct adapter for your location.
•Slow Charge: Plug the Micro USB connector of the cable into the connector at the
bottomof the reader, then plug the USB connector into a USB port of a PC. Charging
using this method will take ≤16 hours with a healthy battery.
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.
Ambient temperature during battery charging must be between 0°C (+32°F) and +40°C
(+104°F) with relative humidity between 35% and 85%, non-condensing.
The HPR Lite reader is not intended to be operated while the battery is charging. Should the
reader begin scanning while charging, the charge will be suspended and will restart after the
scanning operation is finished.
Please be aware that when using the reader in environments below freezing temperature, the
battery’s ability to supply power will be reduced. This will reduce the reader’s battery run-time
and possibly the maximum usable RF transmit power resulting in reduced reader performance.
Please ensure your reader is set to use power saving mode under these conditions to avoid
excessively loading the battery. See page 15, section 3.1 for more details.
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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2.2.1 Battery Symbols
While charging, the battery icon becomes animated.The current level of charge is indicatedby
the location of the flashing bars. For example, if the battery is at 50%, only two bars will be
animated.
The animation speed of each bar will change depending on the amount of charge the battery it
is currently receiving.
Note: Charging is internally suspended during tag scanning, but the charge icon continues to
flash.
If the reader is powered on while the battery level is at or below10%, the unit will display the
message Battery Low and will sound three quick beeps.
When the battery voltage becomescritically low(0%), the reader will display the message
Battery Flat Powering down… and will sound one long beep and will automatically shut down.
Note: If the battery level is critically low (0%), the reader will not power up.

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3. Configuring Reader
The Main Menu can be accessed by briefly pressing down the OK button. From here, pressing
the corresponding arrow key allows selecting the desired settings’ sub-menu. When in a sub-
menu, up and down arrowkeys allow scrolling through settings; pressing OK key allows
changing the selected setting. To exit a sub-menu back to the Main Menu, press the left arrow
key. To exit the Main Menu screen, press the OK button.
3.1 General Settings
Pressing the (Up) key while in the Main Menu screen will display the General settings
menu.
This menu provides access for managing the system settings of the reader.
Parameters that can be adjusted are:
•Vibration - Turns the internal vibration on or off. The default for this setting is e nabled.
•Beeper - Turns the audible indicator on or off. The reader emits a beep for many
different reasons, but when disabled all instanceswill be silent. The default for this
setting is enabled.
•Power Saving Mode - When enabled, antenna power output will be reduced by 50% to
increase battery life. Enabling this mode will also reduce reader performance by 15-25%.
The default for this setting is disabled.
•Tag format - Switches between hexadecimal (e.g. 3DD.00075BCD15) or decimal (e.g.
989.000123456789) tag ID display. The default for this setting is HEX.
•Temperature unit - Switches between °C or °F tag temperature display (when FDX-B
BioTherm13 temperature sensing tag is detected). The default for this setting is °F.
•Date/Time - Allows setting the reader’s internal clock
•Language - Selects the language of the reader. Optionsare English, French, Spanish,
and Portuguese. The default for this setting is English.
•Load default settings - Will reset all options back to the factory defaults. A confirmation
window will appear asking to verify this action. If ‘Yes’ is pressed, the reader will
automatically reset all settings. Tag data stored in memory will not be erased.
Note: More settings are available through reader’s USB or Bluetooth connection to a PC.

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3.1.1 General Settings Diagram Tree

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3.2 Memory Settings
Pressing the (Right) key while in the Main Menu Screen will display the Memory settings
menu.
This menu allows you to access information within the reader’s memory.
Parameters that can be adjusted are:
•View tags - Displays the tag IDs currently stored in the reader’smemory from newest to
oldest. The numbers in the parenthesis tell you which tag ID you are currently viewing
out of the total number of tag IDs stored.
•Storage mode - Changes which detected tag IDs are stored in the memory. There are 3
possible options:
oDisabled - Disables the HPR Lite’s memory. Detected tag IDs will not be stored
in the memory but will still be transmitted via USB and Bluetooth connections.
When disabled, the counter on the main screen is replacedwith an ‘OFF’
indication.
oOn All - All detected tag IDs will be stored in the memory and transmitted via
USB and Bluetooth connections. The memory counter on the main screen will
increase after each detection.
oOn Unique - A tag ID is stored and transmitted via USB and Bluetooth
connections only once when it is detected several times in a row. If another tag is
detected after the first tag, and the first tag is detected again, it will be read and
stored again. If the reader is powered off and on, the tag ID can be stored and
transmitted again. On Unique is the default Memory setting. See examples on
the following page.

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•Cle ar me mory - Deletes all stored tag IDs from the reader’s memory. A confirmation
window will appear asking to verify this action. If ‘Yes’ is pressed, the reader will perform
the deletion.
•USB Drive - Exports entire memory content to a connected USB Flash Drive.
Note:Memory capacity is 50,000 tag IDs. When the memory reaches the 50,000 tag, the
50,001st ID will automatically replace the oldest record in the memory. In other words, the
memory is circular and always contains the last detected 50,000 tag IDs.
When the 50,000th tag ID is written into the memory the following message is displayed:
On Unique Memory Examples

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3.2.1 M e mory Se ttings Diagram Tree

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3.3 Bluetooth Settings
Pressing the (Left) key while in the Main Menu Screen will display the Bluetooth settings
menu.
This menu allows you to manage all available Bluetooth actions.
Parameters that can be adjusted are:
•On/Off - Enables or disables Bluetooth communicationof the HPR Lite reader. The
default setting for this option is Enabled.
•Select device - Allows you to switch the reader into Slave mode or scan for available
Bluetooth devices in the vicinity to connect to. EstablishingBluetooth connection with
any device from the list will switch the reader into Master mode. The default for this
option is Slav e .
•Authentication - Enables or disablesSSP (Secured Simple Pairing). The default setting
for this option is Enabled. The default PIN is 1234.
•About - Displays the reader’s Bluetoothinformation.
3.3.1 Bluetooth Settings Diagram Tree