Datamars ISO MAX V User manual

ANIMAL ID
ISO MAX V
USER MANUAL
Version 1.2
Universal portable reader
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Contents:
1 Description …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
2 Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
2.1 Switch on/off the ISO MAX V …………………..……………………………………………. 4
2.2 Read a transponder ……………………………..……………………………………………. 5
3 Managing the menu ………………………………………….………………………………………. 6
3.1 Find your way in the menu ………….……….…….……….………………………………… 6
3.2 Browse memory ………….……….……….……………….………………………………… 6
3.3 Memory functions ……….……….……………….……………..…………………………… 7
3.3.1 Store in memory ……….……….……………….…………………………………... 7
3.3.2 Memory hit ……………………………………………………………………………. 7
3.3.3 Selected hit ………………..………….……………………………………………… 8
3.3.4 Clear all memory ……………………..……………………………………………… 9
3.3.5 Data download ……………………..………………………………………………… 9
3.4 Date & Time …………...……………………………….……………………………………… 9
3.5 Set-up …………………………….…………………….……………………………………… 10
3.5.1 Reading beeps ……………………………….……………………………………… 10
3.5.2 Key beep ………….…………..……………….……………………………………… 10
3.5.3 Reading timeout ………………….………….……………………………………… 10
3.5.4 Shutdown timeout …………………………………………………………………… 10
3.5.5 Serial baud rate ……..…………………….….……………………………………… 10
3.6 Bluetooth ……………….……………………………….……………………………………… 11
3.6.1 Act as a server ……………………………….……………………………………… 11
3.6.2 Act as a client ……………………………….……………………………………… 11
4 Connect your ISO MAX V to a PC ………..…………………………….…………………………… 11
4.1 Where to find the USB driver …………………………………………………………….…… 11
4.2 USB driver installation guide for Windows OS ……..………….…………………………… 12
4.3 USB driver installation guide for MAC OS …………………….…………………………… 13
4.4 RS-232 installation guide …………………………………….….…………………………… 13
4.5 Bluetooth installation guide for Windows XP OS ………….….…………………………… 13
4.5.1 Configure ISO MAX V for the Bluetooth connection …………………………… 13
4.5.2 Search for and recognize the ISO MAX V by a host PC ………………………… 13
4.6 Real-time communication …………..………….…………….….…………………………… 18
5 Battery management ………………………………………………….….…………………………… 18
5.1 Battery level indicator………………………………………….….…………………………… 18
5.2 How to recharge the battery……………………..…………….….…………………………… 18
6 Take care of your reader ……………….…………………………….….…………………………… 19
7 Specifications ………………..………….…………………………….….…………………………… 19
8 Software to remote control the reader……..…………………………….…………………………… 20
8.1 Introduction……………..……………………………………………….………………….…… 20
8.2 How to install WinMax …………………………………………...…………………………… 20
8.3 How to use WinMax ……………………………….…………….…………………………… 20
8.4 Tip to automatically select the port number ……………….……………………..………… 22
9 Do you have a problem identifying an animal ……….….…………….…………………………… 23
9.1 The reading distance is too short …………..……………………….………………….…… 23
9.2 The reader does not read the transponder ……….…..…………………………………… 23
9.3 The reader does not work………………………………………….……………………………23
10 Advanced user’s instructions ……..……………….………………….….………………………….. 23
10.1 Console commands description ..…………………………………….………………….…… 23
11 Certifications ………………..………….………..…………………….….…………………………… 30

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1 Description

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2 Operation
Although the ISO MAX V has been designed to plug and play, we recommend you read this manual
carefully in order to take advantage of all its useful features and functions.
2.1 Switch on/off the ISO MAX V
Slide your hand between the base unit and the handle. Use your thumb to press the START
button, which is located on the upper left corner of the panel.
The display shows the following start-up figure:
ISOMAX V Vx.y
Under the Datamars logo, you can see the name of the reader and the firmware version.
After a few seconds the main screen shot appears:
1. Check the battery level, which should be more than 6% vitality to read a transponder.
The battery level shows the discharge level as well as the charge level during charge mode.
2. While the reader is connected to the power net, in charging mode, the reader disables the
reading mode; therefore it is not possible to read a transponder. The other functions are fully
active.
3. Clock time is in 24 hour mode.
4. Date format can be selected between EU/US.
5. Week day.
6. Bluetooth connection established and ready to use.
In order to manually switch off the reader, press the DOWN arrow.
The reader has also an automatic shutdown function activated after a period of non-use (default: 2
minutes).
3. Clock
4. Date
5. Week Day
1. Battery level
2. Connected to power net
6. Bluetooth connection OK
(only for the BT version of the reader)

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2.2 Read a transponder
Place the ISO MAX V near the animal to be read, then press the START button in order to
activate the reading mode.
During the reading mode, move the reader along the animal to scan the transponder ID.
To stop the reading mode press the START button again.
The following figure shows the result of a successful reading session:
1. There are four main types of transponder: FDX-B and HDX are the ISO standard 11784/5. IDI
stands for Destron, Avid, and PETRAC. The last type is TVN which stands for Trovan, AEG and
similar transponders. When the reader displays the word “Industry” as transponder type, it
means that this transponder is not coded for animals.
2. The Alpha country code is according to ISO 3166, ISO 11784/5.
3. The Identity Code number is according to ISO 11784/5.
The following figure shows the result of an unsuccessful reading session:
After a while the reading mode times out. The reader stops and shows the message “NO TAG
FOUND”.
3. ID code
1. Transponder type
2. Country code

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3 Managing the menu
3.1 Find your way in the menu
Switch on the reader by pressing the START button (please refer to chapter 2.1).
Press the ENTER button which is the round button in the centre of the arrows pad.
The display shows the following figure:
You can scroll through the menu by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons which are the arrows
around the central ENTER button. The arrows located on the right of the display means that this
menu contains a sub menu. In order to enter the sub menu, you have to press the RIGHT arrow
button while it is highlighted.
Generally the ENTER round button is used to confirm the changes made through the
parameters of the menu. The START button is used to cancel the changes and go back to a
previous menu level to exit the main menu.
3.2 Browse memory
In the browse menu you find the ID code stored in the memory of the reader.
The following figure shows the browse memory menu:
You can scroll through the ID codes by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons, or skip a page by
pressing the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button. You can scroll quickly through the ID codes by
holding down one of the arrow buttons.
You can select an ID code by pressing the ENTER button while it is highlighted. This action
stores the corresponding ID code in the selected ‘hit function’ (please refer to chapter 3.3.3 for
more details).
You can exit the current menu by pressing the START button.
1. ID code highlighted
2. Time stamp of the
highlighted ID code

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3.3 Memory functions
In the ‘memory functions’ menu you find various features and functions.
The following figure shows the ‘memory functions’ menu:
You can scroll through the ‘memory functions’ by pressing the UP or DOWN button. You can
change the parameter highlighted by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT button.
3.3.1 Store in memory
The ‘store in memory’ function enables or disables the function to store ID codes read in the
memory. When this function is OFF the reader does not record an ID code in the memory.
While is ON, it stores the data into the memory.
The following figure shows the store in ‘memory function’ enabled:
3.3.2 Memory hit
The memory hit function counts and shows on the display how many times the current ID code
read is present in the memory. When this function is OFF the reader does not show anything.
While it is ON, it shows the ‘memory hit’ counter on the display.
The following figure shows the memory hit function enabled:
At the moment the
memory contains
208 ID codes
This ID code has been
found 3 times in the
memory

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3.3.3 Selected hit
The ‘selected hit’ function checks and displays the current ID code read present in the memory.
This function is useful to identify a specific animal in a large group of animals. When this
function is OFF the reader does not show anything. While is ON, it shows the message “TAG ID
FOUND” when the tag read is already present in the memory, or it shows the selected tag ID to
be found, when the tag ID does not match.
The following figure shows the selected hit function enabled:
In this case, the message “NO TAG SELECTED” appears: this means that you have to select
an ID code using the ‘browse memory’ function (refer to chapter 3.2 for details). Therefore press
the round ENTER button to enter the main menu, then press the RIGHT button to enter the
browse menu: scroll through the ID codes list until you find the needed ID code. When
highlighted, press the ENTER button so that it is selected for the ‘selected hit’ function.
BROWSE MEMORY
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0001 756 098100261808
0002 756 098100261793
0003 756 098100261706
0004 756 098100261824
0005 756 098100261211
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FDXB
CHE
756098100261809
Type
Country
756098100261706
At this point you are ready to search the selected ID code in the large group of animals. When
you read an ID code that matches the selected one, the reader displays the message “TAG ID
FOUND!” and beeps three times.
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FDXB
CHE
756098100261706
Type
Country
TAG ID FOUND!
No ID code is selected
from the memory

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3.3.4 Clear all memory
This function clears all the memory contents. Press the LEFT button to highlight the Yes
answer. Then press the ENTER button to confirm the action to clear the memory.
Yes
Are you sure you want
to clear the memory?
Cancel
3.3.5 Data download
This function downloads the data stored in memory through the USB or Bluetooth interface.
First plug the reader into a PC with the USB cable (refer to chapter 4). Then run the
HyperTerminal session in order to receive data on this program. At this point enter the ‘data
download’ function by navigating through the menus. When the following message appears,
press the ENTER button.
Press enter to start
the data download.
3.4 Date & Time
This menu allows you to adjust the date and time including the date format (EU format if you
prefer to have the day before the month, US format if you prefer to have the month before the
day).
Press the LEFT/RIGHT button to move the highlighted field. Press the UP/DOWN button to
change the highlighted parameter.
DATE & TIME
DATE: 31 . 01 . 08Fri
TIME: 15 : 46 : 55
Format: EU

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3.5 Set-up
There are various features in the ‘set-up’ menu.
The following figure shows the ‘set-up’ menu:
KEY BEEP OFF
SET-UP
READING BEEPS OFF
READING TIMEOUT 10s
SHUTDOWN TIMEOUT 2m
SERIAL BAUD RATE 115k
You can scroll through the ‘set-up’ features by pressing the UP or DOWN button. You can
change the highlighted parameter by pressing the LEFT/RIGHT button.
3.5.1 Reading beeps
The reading beep feature enables or disables the acoustic signal when a TAG is found. When
the reading feature is OFF the beep is disabled, while it is ON the beep is enabled.
3.5.2 Key beep
The key beep feature enables or disables the acoustic signal when a button is pressed. When
the key feature is OFF, the beep is disabled. When it is ON, the beep is enabled.
3.5.3 Reading timeout
The reading timeout is the maximum period of time that the reader scans for a TAG. After this
period, the reader switches from reading mode to idle mode automatically, showing the
message “NO TAG FOUND”.
3.5.4 Shutdown timeout
The shutdown timeout is the maximum period of time that the reader stays on while no buttons
are pressed. After this period the reader switches off automatically.
3.5.5 Serial baud rate
This parameter sets the speed of the serial communication through the USB interface. This
parameter must be the same in the reader and on the PC program that attempts to receive data
from the reader.

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3.6 Bluetooth
When the Bluetooth is physically installed in the reader, the Bluetooth menu appears on the
main menu. The following figure shows the Bluetooth menu (refer to chapter 4.5 for details).
ACTS AS CLIENT OFF
BLUETOOTH
ACTS AS SERVER ON
3.6.1 Act as a server
This command sets the default server profile. The default server profile is the profile that other
devices can connect to when the Serial Port Adapter is in data mode.
3.6.2 Act as a client
This command sets the default client profile. The default client profile is the profile that the Serial
Port Adapter uses when it establishes a connection, in data mode, to the default remote peer.
4 Connect your ISO MAX V to a PC
This section is meant to describe how to connect the ISO MAX V to a personal computer (PC). The
ISO MAX V can be connected to a PC in 3 ways: the first is a wired USB connection, the second a
RS-232 connection while the third is a wireless Bluetooth connection (optional).
4.1 Where to find the USB driver
Before physically connecting the ISO MAX V to the PC through the USB cable, you have to
install the FTDI’s virtual com port (VCP) driver. This driver is included in the ISO MAX CD or the
latest version can be downloaded from the following link:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
An installation guide is also available at the following link:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Documents/InstallGuides.htm
Once the driver is installed and the ISO MAX V is connected to the PC through the USB cable
you can open a new HyperTerminal (for Windows) session.

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4.2 USB driver installation guide for Windows OS
ATTENTION! First of all install the driver, then plug the ISO MAX into the PC.
The following procedure shows how to install the USB driver for ISO MAX reader:
1. Insert the ISO MAX CD in the PC. The CD will start automatically showing the contents of the
CD.
2. Click on the USB driver link corresponding to your PC’s operating system.
3. The following dialog box appears. Press RUN.
4. Once the driver has been installed, connect the ISO MAX V by plugging the USB cable into the
PC. The PC will automatically find the reader.
5. To discover the port number open the System properties.
Please refer to the Operating System manual.
6. Select in the Hardware tab the Device Manager to discover the Communication port assigned.

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7. Open the “Ports” drilldown menu and check the COM number assigned to the USB serial port.
Note: You can use Hyperterminal to test the connection.
Please refer to the section 4.6.
4.3 USB driver installation guide for MAC OS
1. Insert the CD in the computer.
2. Click on the CD volume.
3. Double click on the ”ISO MAX.HTML”.
4. Double click on the MAC OSX or OS8/9 (according to your operating system).
5. Install the extracted data to the System Folder / Extension Folder.
Please refer to your Operating System manual.
4.4 RS-232 installation guide
The RS-232 interface version does not require any software installation. Plug in the RS-232
cable between your reader and the PC. Then refer to chapter 4.6.
4.5 Bluetooth installation guide for Windows XP OS
In order to connect the ISO MAX V reader to a host PC through Bluetooth, a PC equipped with
Bluetooth hardware and the ISO MAX V equipped with the Bluetooth module are needed.
4.5.1 Configure ISO MAX V for the Bluetooth connection
During the Bluetooth discovery process done by the PC, it is important that the ISO MAX V
reader is ON. It is therefore advisable to set the shutdown timeout to 5 minutes (Menu -> Setup
-> Shutdown timeout). Moreover, press the LEFT and RIGHT arrow button in order to reset the
shutdown timeout.
Under the Bluetooth menu, switch on the feature Act as a Server while switch off Act as a
Client.
4.5.2 Search for and recognize the ISO MAX V by a host PC
From the control panel choose Bluetooth Device. The following dialog window appears.

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Select the Options tab, then check the feature Turn discovery on.
Select the Devices tab.

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Double check that the ISO MAX V reader is switched on and configured to Act as a Server
(Menu –> Bluetooth), then press the Add button.
The welcome window for the configuration guide of the new Bluetooth peripheral appears.
Press Next in order to start the search and recognize the procedure.
The result of the search and recognition procedure shows all Bluetooth devices which are
nearby.

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At this point select from the Bluetooth device list the one named “ISO MAX V_BT_Class2_xxx”
and press Next.
Select the option Let me choose my own passkey and input the number zero (just one 0
character). Press Next to continue.

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Finally the ISO MAX V reader has been recognized and installed in your PC as a Bluetooth
device. Press the Finish button.
At this point select the COM Ports tab and verify that two COM ports have been created:
one called Outgoing and the other called Incoming.
The Outgoing COMxx is needed to connect to the ISO MAX V reader when it is in Act as a
Server mode, while the COMxx Ingoing is needed to connect to the ISO MAX V reader when it
is in Act as a Client mode.
The COM numbering depends on your host PC, this number may be different from the one
shown in the example.

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4.6 Real-time communication
First install the driver and then connect the ISO MAX V to your PC through the USB/RS-232
cable or Bluetooth wireless link. Now, you can open a new HyperTerminal session (in
Windows).
To open a new HyperTerminal session:
1. Select the Start menu.
2. Choose Programs.
3. Choose Accessories.
4. Choose Communication.
5. Launch HyperTerminal.
6. A dialog box appears.
7. Input a session name, (i.e. ISO MAX V).
8. Press the ok button.
9. Select the COM port assigned to the ISO MAX V.
10. Input the corresponding BAUD rate.
11. Check in the ISO MAX V menu, under ‘set-up’ menu, which BAUD rate is selected
(default is 115200).
12. Select the following options: data bits = 8, parity = none, stop bits = 1, flow control = none.
13. Press the ok button.
14. Now the HyperTerminal session is ready to start, just click on the calling icon or select Call
under the Call menu.
15. At this point you are ready to receive the codes read directly on your PC.
16. Press the START button and read a transponder.
17. The ID code will be shown on the HyperTerminal window.
5 Battery management
The ISO MAX V is equipped with 3 high quality Li-Ion cells battery.
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5.1 Battery level indicator
The battery level should be more than 6% vitality to read a transponder. The battery level
shows the discharge level as well as the charge level during charge mode.
5.2 How to recharge the battery
In order to recharge the battery simply plug the charger cable into the corresponding connector
on the bottom of the reader. Make sure that the charger is also plugged into the power socket.
The reader can be either switched ON or OFF during charge mode.
Once the charger has been plugged in, the ISO MAX V charges the battery in less than 2 hours.
After 1 hour the battery is already charged to about 80% of its capacity.

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6 Take care of your reader
Ensure that the reader does not get damaged. Do not drop it onto a hard surface or subject it to
very wet conditions.
If the outer casing of the reader becomes soiled it can be cleaned with a damp cloth. First
ensure that it is not connected to the charger.
If for any reason the reader is not working please do not attempt to repair it, but return it for
repair to your local dealer.
The ISO MAX V reader is equipped with a Li-Ion type battery. This battery lasts longer and does
not contain Cadmium or lead, which makes it much safer for the environment. If the reader is to
be destroyed, please return it to a battery specialist for battery recycling.
The display of the reader ISO MAX V may change colour if exposed to temperatures higher than
50°C. It will return to its original colour as soon as the temperature gets below 50°C.
At very low temperatures the display may lose its contrast but at normal temperatures it will
return to its normal contrast.
The ISO MAX V does not synchronize with stationary HDX readers and thus can not be used in
conjunction with stationary livestock applications.
7 Specifications
1. Storage temperature: -40 to +70 °C, 95% RH, non condensing.
2. Operating temperature while battery under charge: 0 to +40 °C, 95% RH non condensing.
3. Normal operating temperature: -5 to +45 °C, 95% RH non condensing.
4. Standards: ISO11784/5.
5. Housing material: ABS UL94-HB.
6. External power supply (battery charger): Input: 100 to 240 VAC. Output: 15 VDC, 1A.
7. Dimensions: 330x160x40 mm3.
8. TAG compatibility: FDX-B, HDX, TROVAN/AEG, FDX-A/DESTRON/IDI, Avid encrypted.
9. Transmission frequency: 134.2 kHz.
10. Battery life: >500 cycles.
11. Weight: 450g.
12. IP40 (protection against body larger than 1mm, no protection for liquid).
13. Interfaces to host PC: USB or RS-232 and Bluetooth (optional).

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8 Software to remote control the reader
8.1 Introduction
WinMax is a simple software that can be used to check the communication functionality of
Datamars’ ISO MAX readers.
WinMax is also useful for downloading the data stored in the reader memory on to your PC.
This data can be modified or partially saved. WinMax can be used also to erase the ISO MAX
memory.
It is also possible to use WinMax to transmit the code to your computer as you see it on the
reader.
8.2 How to install WinMax
1. Insert the ISO MAX CD in the PC.
2. The CD will start automatically.
3. Click on the WinMax link corresponding to your PC’s operating system.
4. Then follow the installation instructions.
How to run it: Start WinMax, select the serial port to be used with the ISO MAX.
8.3 How to use WinMax
Files in use:
Once saved, you will find in the document WINMAX.TXT all the data downloaded from the ISO
MAX.
WINMAX.TXT is a text file (ASCII) and can be read by any text editor.
Below is the WinMax utility. The version indication may differ. Some changes may be included
in the software and do not require a new manual.