Datalogic DLR-DK001-EU Installation and operation manual

DLR-DK001-XX Family
RFID UHF Desktop Reader EU/US
Product Reference Guide

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Product Reference Guide i
Table of Contents
Description ....................................................................................... 1
Models P/N .....................................................................................1
General Features ............................................................................. 2
Using the DLR-DK001-XX ..............................................................2
The DLR-DK001-XX Top Panel ......................................................3
Acoustic ............................................................................................3
Accessories ......................................................................................3
Technical Specifications ........................................................4
Reader-Tag Link Profiles ................................................................5
Radiation Patterns ..........................................................................6
Getting Started ................................................................................7
Driver Installation for Serial Port Emulator ........................7
Connecting to the DLR-DK001-XX .....................................10
Firmware Upgrade ...............................................................10
Mechanical Specification ..............................................................11
Datalogic Limited Factory Warranty ...........................................12
Services and Support ....................................................................15

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Product Reference Guide 1
RFID Reader DLR-DK001-XX
Description
The DLR-DK001-XX is a multipurpose desktop UHF RFID
reader. It is offered in two different models to fit the
different frequency standards in the EU and US regions.
It is compliant with UHF RFID ISO 18000-63 and EPC Class
1 Gen 2 standards. The Reference Document is:
“EPC Radio-Frequency Identity Protocols Class-1
Generation-2 UHF RFID”, Protocol for Communications at
860 MHz – 960 MHz, Version 2.0.1 (April 23, 2015).
The DLR-DK001-XX has an integrated antenna suited for
short to medium range applications. This reader is
powered and controlled by a USB cable that allows it to
read EPC codes tags in an easy desktop environment.
Thanks to its low profile and size, the DLR-DK001-XX
reader is the right choice for various applications such as
point-of-sales, document tracking, RFID Tag programming
and control stations.
It can be used as a building block for smart shelves and
displays. The two versions are covering most of the RFID
needs worldwide (retailers, forwarders, warehouses, etc).
Models P/N
Model P/N RF carrier frequency range
DLR-DK001-EU 865.6 ÷ 867.6 MHz
DLR-DK001-US 902.0 ÷ 928.0 MHz

General Features
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General Features
The DLR-DK001-XX is mainly dedicated to fixed Desktop
setups, but a fixed wall-mount point-of-access is possible
as well. The Desktop configuration allows it to interact
directly with legacy application, office automation SW and
many other generic service and maintenance applications.
The integrated circular antenna makes the radiation
pattern a good compromise in terms of directivity. This
means practically no orientation problems will be
experienced for a population of UHF Tags being located in
its proximity.
Special attention has been given to minimizing the mean
current consumption by limiting the active read time.
The USB 2.0 is seen as a serial Virtual Com Port (VCP). All
machines with Windows OS versions, Linux vers. 2.40 and
greater, having proper VCP drivers could be interfaced. The
port is used for powering, too, so it must be connected to
500 mA rated USB Ports.
Using the DLR-DK001-XX
The DLR-DK001-XX normal behavior is to capture all the
sensed identification codes associated to the reachable
UHF Tags. The reader’s Top Panel is the User Interface. All
the commands are issued from the host’s application.
Figure 1. DLR-DK001-XX Top Panel

The DLR-DK001-XX Top Panel
Product Reference Guide 3
The DLR-DK001-XX Top Panel
With reference to the Fig. 1 above, here is a Table with the
three main elements of the User Interface located on the
Top Panel:
Table 1- DLR-DK001 Top Panel LEDs
Acoustic
For events signaling, one more resource exists to
complete the User Interface: a buzzer than can be
programmed by the host application as a local user alarm.
Accessories
A standard Type A connector cable comes with the
product.
A kit of accessories for an easy mounting to wall or desk is
supplied (screws, rubber-feets, wall-hooks, rawl plugs,
etc).
Figure 2. DLR-DK001-XX Wall Mount Accessories
N° Name Description
1 POWER Power ON - Green LED
2 TAG-ID Tag Detection - Red Blinking LED
3 TX/RX USB Communication Activity - Yellow Blinking LED
Disposal of the product
Do not dispose the product in municipal or
household waste. Please check your local
regulations for recycle & disposal of electronic
products.

Accessories
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Technical Specifications
Item Description
Physical Characteristics
Reader Dimension
(WLH) 29.7 x 20.5 x 1.5 cm
3
/ 11.7 x 8.1 x
0.6 in
3
Length of USB 1.5 m / 4.9 ft
Weight 525 g / 18.42 oz
Electrical Characteristics
Electrical Power max 400 mA - 5 V dc bus powered (USB)
Reader - Tag Link
Type UHF - RFID
Standard ISO 18000-63/EPC C1G2
Frequency Bands
865.60 ÷ 867.60 MHz European standard
902.00
÷ 928.00 MHz US standard
RF Power
Programmable in 18 levels from 5dBm
e.r.p. (3mW e.r.p.) to 22dBm e.r.p.
(150mW e.r.p.)
Antenna Integrated circular polarized (horizontal)
Number of Channels
4 channels compliant to European
Standard
50 hopping channels compliant to US
standard
Reading Range Up to 90cm
Reader - Host Link
USB type
USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbit/s) Type A
dev. port
Virtual COM Port
Baudrate: 115.200 kbps
Databits: 8; Stopbits: 1;
Parity: none; Flow control: none
User Environment
Partic. & Water IP40
Operating 0°C to 50°C / 32°F to 122°F
Storage -20°C to 60°C / -4°F to 140°F
ESD
Air ± 16kV
Contact ± 8kV

Reader-Tag Link Profiles
Product Reference Guide 5
Reader-Tag Link Profiles
The DLR-DK001-XX readers support different
modulations and RF return link profiles according to EPC
Class1 Gen2 protocols.
Main profiles have been tested for the compliance with
ETSI and FCC regulations.
Table 2- DLR-DK001-XX Reader to tag link profiles
Link
Profile Regulation Modulation Return Link
0 ETSI - FCC DSB-ASK; f=40KHz FM0; f=40KHz
1 ETSI - FCC DSB-ASK; f=40KHz Miller (M=4); f=256 KHz

Radiation Patterns
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Radiation Patterns
Both the DLR_DK001-XX products, due to their internally
placed antenna, have a non-ideal radiation pattern. Here
below are reported their radiation patterns.
Figure 3. DLR-DK001 Radiation pattern H plane
Figure 4. DLR-DK001 Radiation pattern V plane