Clou CL7206C2 User manual

CL7206C2 Four- Port Fixed RFID Reader
User Manual (V1.0)
Shenzhen Clou IOT Technologies Co., Ltd
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Welcome to be user of CLOU RFID products. Thanks for choosing CLOU’s Four-Port Fixed RFID
Reader CL7206C2. We believe our device will bring convenience for your work.

Catalogue
1. Technical Specification .............................................................................................................................. 6
1.1 Product Features ........................................................................................................................................6
1.2 Main function and technical features ..........................................................................................................6
1.2.1 Main function ......................................................................................................................................6
1.2.2 Technical parameter ............................................................................................................................7
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 Sketch map of interfaces ............................................................................................................................9
2.4.1 Interface description: ...........................................................................................................................9
2.4.2 Sketch map of I/O interface ................................................................................................................9
2.4.3 Schematic diagram of USB interface .............................................................................................11
2.4.4 Description of feeder line(optional) ...................................................................................................11
2.4.5 Network application connection diagram ..........................................................................................12
3. Installation instructions ............................................................................................................................ 13
3.1 Notes .........................................................................................................................................................13
3.2 Installation conditions ................................................................................................................................13
3.3 Device connection .....................................................................................................................................13
3.3.1 Connect power adapter ....................................................................................................................13
3.3.2 Connect external antenna and RF cable ..........................................................................................13
3.3.3 PC connection ..................................................................................................................................14
3.4 Device installation .....................................................................................................................................14

3.5 Acceptance ...............................................................................................................................................14
3.5.1 Acceptance of structure ....................................................................................................................14
3.5.2 Performance acceptance ..................................................................................................................14
4. Operating Instruction ............................................................................................................................... 15
4.1 Introduction of Demo software ..................................................................................................................15
4.2 Demo software application environment ...................................................................................................15
4.3 Demo software version .............................................................................................................................15
4.4 Demo software installation ........................................................................................................................15
4.5 Demo software operation ..........................................................................................................................16
4.5.1 Connect the reader ...........................................................................................................................16
4.5.1.1 Serial communication connection .............................................................................................16
4.5.1.2 Network port communication connection .................................................................................17
4.5.1.3 RS485 communication connection ...........................................................................................18
4.5.1.4 USB communication connection ...............................................................................................19
4.5.2 Data display area ...........................................................................................................................19
4.5.2.1 Read EPC .................................................................................................................................20
4.5.2.2 Read TID...................................................................................................................................20
4.5.2.3 Custom read .............................................................................................................................21
4.5.2.4 Stop read ..................................................................................................................................22
4.5.3 Write data ..........................................................................................................................................22
4.5.3.1 Write EPC data .........................................................................................................................22
4.5.3.2 Write user data .........................................................................................................................23
4.5.3.3 Custom tag action .....................................................................................................................24
4.5.4 TCP server / client mode ....................................................................................................................24
4.5.5 Antenna enable configuration ............................................................................................................25
4.5.6 Base band parameter configuration ...................................................................................................26

4.5.7 Antenna port power setting ................................................................................................................27
4.5.8 Clock setting .......................................................................................................................................27
4.5.9 Frequency Hopping management ......................................................................................................28
4.5.10 Label filtering ....................................................................................................................................29
4.5.11 Auto idle configuration ......................................................................................................................30
4.5.12 GPI/O configuration .........................................................................................................................30
4.5.13 Advanced configuration ....................................................................................................................32
4.5.14 Tools .................................................................................................................................................33
5. Common failures....................................................................................................................................... 35
5.1 Daily maintenance ....................................................................................................................................35
5.2 Common failure analysis and solution ......................................................................................................35
6. Packing accessories, transportation and storage .................................................................................. 37
6.1 Package ....................................................................................................................................................37
6.2 Accessories ...............................................................................................................................................37
6.3 Storage environment .................................................................................................................................38
7. After-sale service ...................................................................................................................................... 39

1. Technical Specification
1.1 Product Features
CL7206C is a high performance four 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 Main function and technical features
1.2.1 Main function
Protocol: support ISO18000-6C/6B standard
Built-in LINUX operating system
Multiple communication port (Ethernet, RS232, RS485, USB)
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
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: IP54
1.2.3 Operational Environment
Working environment: -20℃～+70℃
Relative Humidity: 5%RH～90%RH（+25℃）

2. Sketch map
2.1 Physical construction
Image 2-1 Structure diagram of CL7206C2
Volume of four-port fixed rfid reader CL7206C2:
324mm*225mm*62mm（accessories excluded）
2.2 Weight
About 2.6kg（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:

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
Status Status indicator Flashing indicates recognition to tags
POWER Power indicator
Keep bright indicates power supply working normally
2.4 Sketch map of interfaces
Image 2-3 Sketch map of reader’s I/O and communication interface
2.4.1 Interface description:
1 - power interface
2 - network communication interface
3 - USB interface
4 - I/O interface
5 - RS232 communication interface
6 - Antenna interface (4 TNC connectors)
2.4.2 Sketch map of I/O interface

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
Aviation pin description of pin pin definitions
1 Relay 1 output port OUT_R1
2 Relay 2 output port OUT_R2
3 Relay 3 output port OUT_R3
4 Relay 4 output port OUT_R4
5 optocoupler 1 external signal input positive IO_INPUT1
6 optocoupler 3 external signal input positive IO_INPUT3
7 optocoupler external signal input negative IO_GND
8 Weigand output signal 0 Wiegand_DATA0
9 Weigand output signal 1 Wiegand_DATA1
10 ground GND
11 ground GND
12 RS485-B signal RS485-B
13 RS485-A signal RS485-A
14 ground GND

15 optocoupler 4 external signal input positive IO_INPUT4
16 optocoupler 2 external signal input positive IO_INPUT2
17 Relay 4 output port OUT_L4
18 Relay 3 output port OUT_L3
19 Relay 2 output port OUT_L2
20 Relay 1 output port OUT_L1
2.4.3 Schematic diagram of USB interface
USB interface application:
1: Application software online upgrade (as shown in figure 2-5 “USB interface")
2: USB communications, serial port and network communication all in one (as shown in figure 2-5 USB
communication interface")
Image 2-5 schematic diagram of usb communication port
2.4.4 Description of feeder line(optional)
Image 2-6 schematic diagram of feeder line
RF cable TNC 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.
2.4.5 Network application 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

3. Installation instructions
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:
Cable connect directly, no longer than 80 meters
Serial line connect 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 Connect power adapter
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.
3.3.2 Connect external antenna and RF cable
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
If reader is fixed firmly, without loose;
If the cable connected firmly ;
If the screws are tighten
3.5.2 Performance acceptance
If the reader is working properly;
If the read and write range is reasonable.

4. Operating Instruction
4.1 Introduction of 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 Demo software 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 Demo software version
V1.0.1
4.4 Demo software installation
1. Copy the software to the PC, open the software installation package, double click “ setup” application, follow
the installation guide.
2. Click the next step, and select the installation path, click next, and the software will begin to install.
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 Demo software operation
4.5.1 Connect the reader
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 rate select
115200 (default), click OK button, as shown in image 4-6.
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, 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
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.
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 4-4 Settings of reader
4.5.1.3 RS485 communication connection
Select the communication mode in the "connect to the reader" option "485 connection (serial port)",
"connect parameter" select "COM?" (select PC serial number), communication rate select "115200", enter the
RS485 address, then click OK, as shown in image 4-10.
Image 4-10 485 communication connection
RS485 address defaults to 1
RS485 address range 1~255

Note: Click the button after changing the configuration
4.5.1.4 USB communication connection
Select the communication mode "serial port" in the "connect reader" option list, "connect parameter" select
"COM?" (the USB serial number detected by PC), the communication rate is selected "115200" (the default
value), and click OK button, as shown in image 4-11.
Image 4-11 USB communication connection
4.5.2 Data display area
Click the button ,the data display area will show as image 4-12

Image 4-12 data display area parameter meanings
Type: label type: 6C, 6B two types
EPC: EPC data of tags, can be read and write.
TID: the TID data of the label, the only logo, read only
User Data: user data area, can be read and write.
Reserve Data: reserved area data, store the password data, etc.
Total Count: total number of tags
ANT1: the reading times of NO.1 antenna
ANT2: the reading times of NO.2 antenna
ANT3: the reading times of NO.3 antenna
ANT4: the reading times of NO.4 antenna
RSSI：Signal Intensity
4.5.2.1 Read EPC
Click the button , the data display area will display the current read EPC data
EPC display as hexadecimal character string, use the word as length unit (1 word = 2 bytes = 4 hexadecimal
character)
If you want to read the EPC data of the custom length, please refer to chapter 4.5.2.3 custom read
4.5.2.2 Read TID
Click the button , the data display area will display the current read EPC and TID data
TID data display as hexadecimal character string, use the word as length unit (1 word = 2 bytes = 4
hexadecimal character).
TID length, the default is 6 words.
If you want to read the TID data of the custom length, please refer to chapter 4.5.2.3 custom read