CSL CS101-2 User manual

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Appendix 9:
User Manual
FCCID: UB4CS101C1GEN2
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CSL CS101-2 EPC Class 1 Gen 2 RFID
Handheld Reader
User’s Manual
Version 1.0
CSL: The One-Stop-Shop for RFID Solutions

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1 Content
1CONTENT .......................................................................................................................... 2
2FCC STATEMENT ............................................................................................................ 6
3INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................. 7
3.1 CS101-2 HANDHELD RFID READER.............................................................................7
3.2 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..........................................................................................7
3.3 PRODUCT PACKAGE.......................................................................................................8
3.3.1 Basic Package Content.........................................................................................8
3.3.2 Unpacking Instructions........................................................................................8
3.4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..............................................................................................9
4INSTALLATION.............................................................................................................. 11
4.1 DEVICES...................................................................................................................... 11
4.1.1 Reader ................................................................................................................ 11
4.1.2 Charger ..............................................................................................................14
4.2 POWER UP SEQUENCE .................................................................................................15
4.3 USAGE RECOMMENDATION .........................................................................................17
4.3.1 Strap: Wrist Strap and Shoulder Strap...............................................................17
4.3.2 IO Connection....................................................................................................17
4.4 VERIFICATION AND VALIDATION..................................................................................18
4.5 CAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................20
5QUICK START ................................................................................................................ 21
5.1 READER LOGIN ...........................................................................................................21
5.2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION............................................................................................22
5.3 SETUP RFID CONFIGURATION.....................................................................................23
5.4 READ TAGS .................................................................................................................24
6DEMO APPLICATION................................................................................................... 25
6.1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................25
6.2 SPLASH SCREEN ..........................................................................................................26
6.3 IDAND PASSWORD PAGE.............................................................................................27
6.4 APPLICATIONS SELECTOR SCREEN ..............................................................................28
6.4.1 Tag Read.............................................................................................................30
6.4.2 Tag Write ............................................................................................................31
6.4.3 Tag Inventory......................................................................................................34

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6.4.4 Tag Ranging .......................................................................................................35
6.4.5 Tag Search..........................................................................................................36
6.4.6 Tag Commissioning............................................................................................37
6.4.7 Tag Authentication .............................................................................................38
6.4.8 Database Management.......................................................................................39
6.4.9 RFID Configuration...........................................................................................40
6.4.10 Scan Barcode......................................................................................................46
6.4.11 Tag Security........................................................................................................47
6.4.12 System Configuration.........................................................................................49
6.4.13 Factory Defaults.................................................................................................54
7SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT KIT............................................................................. 55
7.1 SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................................56
7.1.1 CS101-2 RFID Libraries....................................................................................56
7.1.2 CS101-2 Demonstration Application.................................................................56
7.1.3 CS101-2 Keep Alive Monitor .............................................................................57
7.1.4 CS101-2 Server Side Application.......................................................................57
7.2 BLOCK DIAGRAMS ......................................................................................................58
7.3 APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE (API) DEFINITIONS ....................................63
7.4 APPLICATION SCENARIOS WITH PROGRAM SOURCE CODES.......................................155
7.5 UNIT TESTS ...............................................................................................................156
7.6 BUILD ENVIRONMENT ...............................................................................................157
7.7 DEBUG METHODS .....................................................................................................158
7.7.1 Log File............................................................................................................158
7.7.2 Error Message List...........................................................................................158
8PC SIDE DEMO PROGRAMS .................................................................................... 159
8.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................159
8.2 DATABASE FILES MANIPULATION DEMO...................................................................159
8.2.1 Installing Demo Program.................................................................................159
8.2.2 Using Demo Program ......................................................................................159
9USAGE TIPS FOR CS101-2 ......................................................................................... 160
9.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................160
9.2 GENERAL TIPS...........................................................................................................160
9.3 SYSTEM TIPS .............................................................................................................160
9.4 WRITE TAG TIPS........................................................................................................160
10 RFID COOKBOOK................................................................................................... 161
10.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................161

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10.2 APPLICATION DETAILS ..............................................................................................164
10.2.1 Business Process Analysis................................................................................164
10.2.2 Technology Selection........................................................................................167
10.2.3 Customer Expectation Management ................................................................168
10.2.4 Hardware Configuration..................................................................................169
10.2.5 Software Configuration....................................................................................170
10.2.6 System Integration............................................................................................172
10.2.7 Pilot Test...........................................................................................................173
10.2.8 Optimization.....................................................................................................175
10.2.9 Customization...................................................................................................176
10.2.10 Training........................................................................................................177
10.2.11 Test & Commissioning......................................................................................178
10.2.12 Maintenance & Statistics..............................................................................179
10.3 READERS FOR DIFFERENT BUSINESS APPLICATIONS..................................................180
10.4 ANTENNAS FOR DIFFERENT BUSINESS APPLICATIONS ...............................................181
11 RFID BEST PRACTICES............................................................................................. 182
11.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................182
11.2 INTEGRATION PROCESS DETAILS ...............................................................................184
11.2.1 Familiarization Process ...................................................................................184
11.2.1.1 Familiarizing with Browser Interface..........................................................184
11.2.1.2 Familiarizing with Programming Interface .................................................184
11.2.1.3 Full Scale Programming and Integration ....................................................185
11.2.1.4 Reader Capability Envelope Discovery .......................................................185
11.2.2 Integration Process ..........................................................................................187
11.2.2.1 Use Cases and Requirements Gathering......................................................187
11.2.2.2 Draft Solution and In-House Testing............................................................187
11.2.2.3 API Programming ........................................................................................187
11.2.2.4 Pilot Testing..................................................................................................187
11.2.2.5 Middleware Testing ......................................................................................188
11.2.2.6 Finalizing Solution.......................................................................................188
11.2.2.7 Scaling..........................................................................................................188
12 RFID USE CASES ..................................................................................................... 190
12.1 WAREHOUSE REAL TIME INVENTORY TRACKING ......................................................190
12.2 HIGH TRAFFIC HUMAN ACCESS CONTROL ................................................................191
12.3 REUSABLE PALLET TRACKING...................................................................................192
12.4 WORK-IN-PROGRESS MONITORING...........................................................................193
12.5 HUMAN ACCESS CONTROL BYAUTONOMOUS TAG GROUPS IN READER....................194

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12.6 PALLET/CARTON TAGGING VERIFICATION.................................................................195
12.7 BLOOD BAG TRACKING.............................................................................................196
12.8 PHARMACEUTICAL BOTTLES TRACKING AND ANTI-COUNTERFEIT ............................197
12.9 VEHICLE TRACKING IN MAINTENANCE DEPOT..........................................................198
12.10 VEHICLE INFORMATION SYSTEM...........................................................................199
12.11 DOCUMENT TRACKING..........................................................................................200
APPENDIX A. RFID BASICS......................................................................................... 201
APPENDIX B. GLOSSARY ............................................................................................ 202
APPENDIX C.FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSIONS COMPLIANCE..... 208
APPENDIX D. MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE ......................................... 209

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2 FCC Statement
FCC NOTICE: To comply with FCC part 15 rules in the United States, the system must be
professionally installed to ensure compliance with the Part 15 certification. It is the
responsibility of the operator and professional installer to ensure that only certified systems are
deployed in the United States. The use of the system in any other combination (such as
co-located antennas transmitting the same information) is expressly forbidden.

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3 Introduction
3.1 CS101-2 Handheld RFID Reader
The CS101-2 handheld RFID reader is a ruggedized reader designed from the drawing board to
have extremely long read range and high read rate – in that it is designed to replace fixed
reader in many applications where fixed reader is a non-portable and therefore non-viable
option. In fact it is nicknamed “Fixed Reader in Your Hand”. CS101-2 is a product that
arises out of popular requests for applications such as:
1. Dock Door applications where the handheld reader is used to complement fixed reader
when tags are not 100% read by the fixed reader.
2. Loading Bay applications where the fixed reader is not allowed because there is no place
to put a permanent reader stand.
3. Warehouse applications where the handheld is used to do long read range inventory of all
the shelves – apparently not a good idea to use a fixed reader and move it around up and
down.
4. Special applications where long read range is a MUST because the operator does not
want to go near the tagged item, example police inspecting the electronic license plate of
a suspect vehicle with a suspicious driver inside.
5. Retail shop inventory applications where high read rate is most useful – workers can go
home earlier!!
3.2 How to Use this Manual
This manual provides a comprehensive introduction to the CSL CS101-2 EPC Class1 Gen 2
handheld RFID reader (chapter 1), Installation Guide (chapter 2), Quick Start Guide (chapter 3),
Applications Interface (chapter 4), CSL Demo Programs (chapter 5), Software Development
Environment (chapter 6), Usage Tips for CS101-2(chapter 7), and Troubleshooting Guide
(chapter 11). Some other information such as RFID Cook Book (chapter 8), RFID Best
Practices (chapter 9) and RFID Use Cases (chapter 10) are also provided for reference.

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3.3 Product Package
3.3.1 Basic Package Content
The reader package contains:
•Handheld reader
•Charger with power adapter and country specific power cord
•Batteries – 2 pieces
•Wrist strap
•Shoulder strap
•Sample tags
•User Manual (in CD format)
3.3.2 Unpacking Instructions
Unpacking of the reader is very simple. Just open up the box and take out the content to a
table. The charger should be connected and the 2 batteries charged for a
minimum of 10 hours before first use.

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3.4 Product Specification
Figure 3-1 CS101-2Reader
Features:
ISO 18000-6C and EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 UHF RFID protocol compliant including
dense reader mode
Ultra long read range – peak at 5 to 7 meters for Banjole tag
Ultra high read rate – peak at 200 tags per second
Sophisticated data handling for efficient management of large streams of tag data.
Highly configurable buffering and tag filtering modes to eliminate the redundant tag data
so as to reduce wireless LAN traffic and server loading
400 kbps tag-to-reader data rate profile
Robust performance in dense-reader environments
Excellent in transmit and receive mode – generates a different combination of unique
reader-to-tag command rate, tag-to-reader backscatter rate, modulation format, and
backscatter type
Configurable parameters offer maximum throughput and optimal performance
Supports all Gen 2 commands, including write, lock and kill

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Specifications:
Physical Characteristics: Length: 20 cm; Width: 12.5 cm; Height: 22.5 cm;
Weight: 1.2 Kg
Environment: Operating Temp: 00C to 500C
Storage Temp: -400C to 850C
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Enclosure: IP-63
Antenna: Linear with excellent polarization diversity
Power: 14.8 Volt 1400 mAh Lithium Polymer battery
RFID Frequency Ranges: 902-928 MHz band
Interfaces Wi Fi 802.11b/g with WPA
Configurable to use fixed IP address or DHCP
USB
RS-232
Maximum 2GB SD card storage
Operating System: WinCE Profession 5.0
Maximum Tag Read Rate: 200 tag/sec.
Maximum Speed of Tag: 660 ft/min
Accessories: Charger, batteries, wrist strap, shoulder strap
Order Code: CS101-2
Restrictions on Use: Approvals, features and parameters may vary
depending on country legislation and may change
without notice

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4 Installation
4.1 Devices
4.1.1 Reader
The CSL CS101-2 handheld RFID Reader is an EPCglobal Class 1 Gen 2 handheld reader
product.
Figure 1-2 CS101-2Reader front view
Status
LED
LCD Touch
Screen
Programmable
LED
58 Keys
Keyboard

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Figure 1-3 CS101-2Reader side view
Figure 1-4 CS101-2Reader plan view
Barcode
Reader
RFID Antenna
Inside
Handle and
Battery SD Card Slot

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The reader is connected to the network via Wi Fi. The reader can have a static IP address or can
obtain an IP address using DHCP. Normally, a static IP address is more convenient to use
because it does not change when the reader reboots, but the user has to make sure there is no
collision with other network devices in the network. If the reader is configured to be DHCP,
then a separate discovery program that runs on the PC side can help the user find all readers in
the same local area network.
READER
USB PC
(Running Active Syn -
Explore)
READER
RS232 PC
(Running Active Syn -
Explore)
READER
Wi Fi
READER
Static IPAddress
READER
DHCP Granted IPAddress
OR
Any Server/PC
in the network

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4.1.2 Charger
Figure 4-1 CS101-2Charger with AC Adaptor

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4.2 Power Up Sequence
The reader can be turned on to run RFID operation in a most simple manner:
1. Insert battery into the handle of the handheld reader with the metal contact inward. Also,
make sure it is in the correct direction in terms of front and back. If the front-back
direction is reversed, the battery cannot go in – in that case do not force it in, just reverse
the battery and it should slide in effortlessly.
2. Press the power button on the upper right corner of the keypad continuously until LCD
screen display appears.
3. Wait till WinCE screen shows up.
4. On the WinCE screen, there is an application called CS101. Double click it to start the
application.
5. A screen will show up asking for ID and password. For ID, input root, for password,
input root. (You can change that later, either setting it to NO ID/PASSWORD mode so
that the software will not ask for ID and password, or change to ID and password to
whatever name you want)
Figure 4-2 User Login

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6. After that, the screen will enter the application selection page and you can start reading and
writing tags, inventory of tags, search of tags, etc.

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4.3 Usage Recommendation
4.3.1 Strap: Wrist Strap and Shoulder Strap
The wrist strap and shoulder strap should be attached to the handheld reader to allow additional
weight support during use.
4.3.2 IO Connection
The IO connector consists of one USB connector (mini-USB) and an RS232 Serial connector
(Firewire) with dedicated cables that come with the reader.
Figure 4-3 IO Interface
RS232
(Firewire
connector)
Reset
USB
(Mini USB
connector)

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4.4 Verification and Validation
The reader comes with standard demo application to read tag and write tag:
Figure 4-4 WinCE Screen
Double click the application CS101:
Figure 4-5 Main Menu page 1

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Figure 4-6 Main Menu page 2
Take the sample tags and put them in front of the handheld reader:
Figure 4-7 Tag Inventory