Clou CL7206C8 User manual

User Manual of
CL7206C8 RFID Reader
Shenzhen Clou IOT Technologies Co., Ltd
(V2.0.4)

Welcome to be user of CLOU RFID products. Thanks for choosing CLOU’s Eight-Port Fixed
RFID Reader CL7206C8. We believe our device will bring convenience for your work.

Catalogue
1. Technical Specification.................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Feature ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2 Technical.............................................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2.1 Main function.............................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2.2 Technical parameter ................................................................................................................................. 6
1.2.3 Operational environment ....................................................................................................................... 7
2. Sketch map.................................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Physical construction ....................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Weight ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.3 Illustration of LED display............................................................................................................................... 8
2.4 Interfaces............................................................................................................................................................ 9
2.4.1 Power supply, communication and I/O interface.............................................................................. 9
2.4.2 I/O Interface definition .........................................................................................................................10
2.4.3 Feeding line(optional) ........................................................................................................................... 12
2.4.4 Network connection diagram............................................................................................................. 13
3. Installation.................................................................................................................................... 14
3.1 Notes .................................................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Installation conditions ................................................................................................................................... 14
3.3 Device connection .........................................................................................................................................14
3.3.1 Power on...................................................................................................................................................14
3.3.2 Antenna connection .............................................................................................................................. 15
3.3.3 PC connection.........................................................................................................................................15
3.4 Device installation ..........................................................................................................................................15
3.5 Acceptance......................................................................................................................................................15

3.5.1 Acceptance of structure ........................................................................................................................15
3.5.2 Performance acceptance......................................................................................................................16
4. Software operating ...................................................................................................................... 17
4.1 Demo software................................................................................................................................................ 17
4.2 Application environment..............................................................................................................................17
4.3 Software version............................................................................................................................................. 17
4.4 Installation........................................................................................................................................................17
4.5 Operation ........................................................................................................................................................18
4.5.1 Device connection..................................................................................................................................18
4.5.2 Data display area....................................................................................................................................22
4.5.3 Write data................................................................................................................................................. 25
4.5.4 TCP server / client mode......................................................................................................................28
4.5.5 Antenna configuration .........................................................................................................................29
4.5.6 Base band parameter configuration.................................................................................................30
4.5.7 Antenna port power setting................................................................................................................ 31
4.5.8 Clock setting............................................................................................................................................32
4.5.9 Frequency Hopping............................................................................................................................... 33
4.5.10 Label filtering.........................................................................................................................................34
4.5.11 Buffer and breakpoint resume ...........................................................................................................35
4.5.12 Auto idle set up.....................................................................................................................................37
4.5.13 GPI/O configuration............................................................................................................................ 38
4.5.14 Others......................................................................................................................................................39
4.5.15 Tools .........................................................................................................................................................41
5. Common failures ......................................................................................................................... 44
5.1 Daily maintenance..........................................................................................................................................44
5.2 Common failure analysis and solution......................................................................................................44

6. Package ....................................................................................................................................... 46
6.1 Package.............................................................................................................................................................46
6.2 Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................46
6.3 Storage environment ....................................................................................................................................47
7. After-sale service ......................................................................................................................... 49

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1. Technical Specification
1.1 Feature
CL7206C8 is a high performance eight antenna port fixed UHF RFID reader and writer; support
ISO18000-6C/6B protocols. The work frequency includes China standard dual frequency 920MHz ~
925MHz and 840MHz～845MHz, FCC 902MHz ~ 928MHz and ETSI 865MHz ~ 868MHz.
Output power from 0 ~ 33dBm optional, with long identification distance, fast reading speed,
high accurate rate, strong anti-interference ability, good protection performance and easy installation
1.2 Technical
1.2.1 Main function
Protocol: support ISO18000-6C/6B standard
Built-in LINUX operating system
Multiple communication port (Ethernet, RS232, RS485, USB), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth prolongable
Support tag data filtering
Support RSSI: the intensity of the perceived signal
Adjustable RF output power
Optional working mode: constant frequency / frequency hopping
Supports antenna detection function
Supports online and remote upgrade
I/O interface: 4 port opt coupler input, 4 port relay output and Weigand output
1.2.2 Technical parameter

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Working frequency: GB 920MHz～925MHz, GB 840MHz～845MHz,
FCC 902MHz～928MHz, ETSI 865MHz～868MHz
Output power (port): 33dBm + 1dB (MAX)
Power adjustment: 1 dB step-by-step
Reading distance: 0 ~8meters (depending on tags, antennas and environment)
Channel bandwidth: <200 KHz
RS232 serial communication rate: 115200bps (default), 19200 bps, 9600bps
RS485 interface communication rate: 115200bps (default), 19200 bps, 9600bps
Support: Weigand 26, 34, 66 interfaces
Power supply: 30V ~ 10V (power capacity is not less than 60W)
Power adapter: AC input 100V ~ 50Hz, 240V ~ 60Hz
DC output: 24V/2.5A
High protection grade: IP53
1.2.3 Operational environment
Working environment: -20℃～+70℃
Relative Humidity: 5%RH～90%RH（+25℃）

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2. Sketch map
2.1 Physical construction
Image 2-1 Structure diagram of CL7206C8
Size: 256mm*147.6mm*43.47mm
2.2 Weight
Main body: 1.14kg（accessories excluded）
2.3 Illustration of LED display
Image2-2 Sketch map of reader’s LED indicator
LED indicator panel describe as below Form 2-1:

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Form 2-1 LED indicator description
LED Mark NO.
Mark NO.
Status description
ANT1
Antenna 1 indicator
Indicates antenna 1 is working
ANT2
Antenna 2 indicator
Indicates antenna 2 is working
ANT3
Antenna 3 indicator
Indicates antenna 3 is working
ANT4
Antenna 4 indicator
Indicates antenna 4 is working
ANT5
Antenna 5 indicator
Indicates antenna 5 is working
ANT6
Antenna 6 indicator
Indicates antenna 6 is working
ANT7
Antenna 7 indicator
Indicates antenna 7 is working
ANT8
Antenna 8 indicator
Indicates antenna 8 is working
POWER
Power indicator
Keep bright indicates power supply working normally
2.4 Interfaces
2.4.1 Power supply, communication and I/O interface
Image 2-3 Sketch map of reader’s power supply, communication and I/O interface,
Details are shown in form 2-2
Form 2-2 Reader’s power supply, communication and I/O interface,

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Interface ID
Interface Name
Detail description
POWER
Power supply
DC,10~30V, power capacity no less than 60W.
RJ45
Ethernet interface
10/100M Ethernet interface, the reader control and
communication interface.
USB DEVICE
USB device port
PC and other PC connected, the reader control and
communication interface.
USB HOST
USB host port
For external U disk, wireless LAN and other expansion
devices.
RS-232
RS-232 serial port
Serial communication interface with control reader.
Other
I/O interface
See detailed definition 2.4.2.
2.4.2 I/O Interface definition
Image 2-4 Sketch map of I/O control interface
I/O control signal define as follow form 2-3
Form 2-3 I/O control signal definitions
PIN Identification
PIN Description
R1
Relay Output # 1; DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.

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L1
Relay output # 1, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open
R2
Relay output # 2, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
L2
Relay output # 2, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
R3
Relay # 3 output, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
L3
Relay # 3 output, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
R4
Relay output # 4, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
L4
Relay output # 4, DC_MAX: 30V, 2A; AC_MAX: 125V, 0.3A; logic '0' indicates
the open, a logic '1' means close, the default is open.
GND
ground
GND
ground
IN1
# 1 optocoupler input, DC, 0 ~ 12V, higher than 9V is high, less than 8V is
low level.
IN2
# 2 optocoupler input, DC, 0 ~ 12V, higher than 9V is high, less than 8V is
low level.
IN3
# 3 optocoupler input, DC, 0 ~ 12V, higher than 9V is high, less than 8V is
low level.
IN4
# 4 optocoupler input, DC, 0 ~ 12V, higher than 9V is high, less than 8V is

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low level.
IN_GND
Optocoupler input, the reader optocoupler external input signal ground.
WG0
Wiegand Data 0 signal, the default state is high.
WG1
Wiegand Data 1 signal, the default state is high.
GND
Ground
485-A
RS485 A-side signal
485-B
RS485 B-side signal
2.4.3 Feeding line(optional)
Image 2-6 schematic diagram of feeder line
RF cable TNC(Reverse polarity, internal thread, inner pin) connector connect with reader
antenna TNC connector, RF cable SMA connector connect with external circular polarization
antennas SMA connector, cable maximum length is 5m, impedance 50Ω, insertion loss is less
than 2dB, or you also can choose a high performance cable, appropriate increase in length,
insertion loss is less than 2dB.
Note: If Ultra long RF cable or the cable joint is not contacted well, may cause performance
deterioration on the read and write because of the emission signal and the received echo signal’s
attenuation.

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2.4.4 Network connection diagram
Network interface used for long-distance high-speed connection (less than 80 m), can be
connected with the switcher or router through the network cable, or directly connected with the
PC network interface, as shown in figure 2-7:
Image 2-7 Network application connection diagram

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3. Installation
3.1 Notes
To ensure the normal and stable operation of the device and your personal property and safety,
please carefully read the following notes before install CL7206C reader and writer:
1. Firstly, check whether the power socket is connected to the ground, and to see whether the local
power supply voltage is in accordance with the applicable voltage range of the reader;
2. Check the device and the external connection if is closely connected;
3. Pay attention to the type selection and the length limit of the cable and the serial line:
Network cable connects directly, no longer than 80 meters
Serial line connects directly, no longer than 10 meters
4. When installing several readers, the antenna position and the antenna spacing should be
appropriate to avoid interference with each other.
3.2 Installation conditions
Before installing the reader, please carefully check if the product is in good condition, the
accessories are complete or not, if there is any damage, please contact the supplier.
3.3 Device connection
3.3.1 Power on
Insert the power cord into the AC power supply socket and plug another end into the power
connector of the device and tighten.
Turn on and wait about 20 seconds, the system initialization process is completed and is standby
state.

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3.3.2 Antenna connection
The device built with four TNC coaxial cable connector for connecting an external antenna, select
low consumption RF cable, connectors should be tightened (Ensure to be waterproof when install
outdoors);
The reader antenna angle or corner to adjust to the best position through the actual test
according to the specific application,.
3.3.3 PC connection
The device provides special adapter cable, including interface of network, serial and power;
RS232 interface is for short distance communication (less than 10m), through the DB9 connector
and the PC serial port connection to realize the communication of PC and the device.
RJ45 network port used for long distance communication (less than 80m), connect PC with
extend cable.
3.4 Device installation
The reading and writing range of the reader depends on the onsite application, the tilt angle of the
antenna is adjusted to achieve the best reading and writing performance.
3.5 Acceptance
Mainly from two aspects of acceptance criteria: structure and performance.
3.5.1 Acceptance of structure
Check below details:
Whether reader is fixed firmly, without loose;
Whether the cable connected firmly ;

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Whether the screws are tighten
3.5.2 Performance acceptance
Whether the reader is working properly;
Whether the read and write range is reasonable.

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4. Software operating
4.1 Demo software
The demo software mainly carries on system control, communication mode selection, parameter
setting and searching, read and write tags and data presentation and so on.
Before using the demon software, please check if the connection of the reader hardware is
completed, mainly ensure the following tips:
1, If the reader and computer serial port (network or RS485) is connected correctly
2, If the antenna ports have been connected to the antenna (ANT, ANT1 2, ANT 3, ANT totally four
ports)
3, If the reader and writer start up (hear "drop" buzzer sound).
4.2 Application environment
The software environment
Windows 2000 Service Pack 3、Windows Server 2003、Windows XP Service Pack 2、Windows
7 system
The hardware environment
P4/1.7GHz above PC, 512M or more memory, 40GB hard drive
4.3 Software version
V2.0.4
4.4 Installation
1. Copy the software to the PC, open the software installation package, double click “setup” application,
and follow the installation guide.
2. Click the next step, and select the installation path, click next, and the software will begin to install.

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3. Click the "Install", and software installation progress takes about 1mins.
4. After the progress of the software is finished, click the "finish" button to complete the installation.
4.5 Operation
4.5.1 Device connection
All functions can be operated only after successful connection.
4.5.1.1 Serial communication connection
Double click the icon to start the Demo software, the main interface of the toolbar icons
are gray means reader is not connected, in the ‘connecting reader’ option list select communication
mode ‘serial connection’, ‘connection parameters’ select ‘COM?’ (choose PC serial number),
communication baud rate select 115200 (default), click “OK“button, as shown in image
4-6.

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Image 4-6 Serial communication connection
If the connection is successful, all the icons in the toolbar are illuminated, as shown in image 4-7,
means the serial communication connection is successful.
Imag4-7 serial port communication connect successful
4.5.1.2 Network port communication connection
Network port used for long distance connection (within 80 m), connect to the router through
cable and switcher, router, or connected with the PC network port directly. Select the communication
mode "TCP connection" in the "connect reader" option list, "connect parameter" input reader IP
(default 192.168.1.116), enter the communication port number (default 9090), and click OK button, as
shown in image 4-8

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Image 4-8 Network port communication connection
The device has been written IP address 192.168.1.116 as default. If you forget or need to modify,
using serial connection "connection" after connect successfully, then you can found the current IP
address through select “settings” > "senior" > “configuration”, set up the IP address in “Network port
settings”when “configuration” dialog pops up. See image 4-9
Note: The IP address of the reader can’t be repeated. Use the Ping command to test whether the
network is connected on PC.
image 4-9 reader configuration