Honeywell IF1C User manual

User Guide
IF1C
Fixed RFID Reader

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Customer Support ..........................................................................................................................v
Technical Assistance ...............................................................................................................v
Product Service and Repair ..................................................................................................v
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................................v
Send Feedback ..........................................................................................................................v
Chapter 1 - Get Started ....................................................................................1
RFID Reader Ports.......................................................................................................................... 2
LED Indicators................................................................................................................................. 2
Wall Mounting Kit........................................................................................................................... 3
Install the Wall Mount............................................................................................................ 3
How to Communicate with the RFID reader........................................................................ 5
Assign an IP Address .............................................................................................................. 5
Log In to the Web Browser Interface................................................................................ 7
Set the Date and Time .................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 2 - Configure the Reader.................................................................. 9
Configure Ethernet Settings...................................................................................................... 9
Ethernet Settings..................................................................................................................... 9
Configure Common Network Settings ......................................................................... 10
Common Network Settings............................................................................................... 10
Device Configuration Web Service....................................................................................... 11
Device Configuration Web Service ................................................................................ 11
Download the Device Configuration WSDL Document......................................... 11
Configure Services...................................................................................................................... 12

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Services Settings ...................................................................................................................12
RFID Services ................................................................................................................................12
Configure the BRI Server Settings..................................................................................13
View the BRI Server Log......................................................................................................13
Configure the BRI Attribute Settings.............................................................................14
Configure LLRP Settings ...................................................................................................16
Configure Security ......................................................................................................................17
Change User Credentials ...................................................................................................17
Configure the RADIUS Server...........................................................................................18
Disable Serial Port Access .................................................................................................18
Certificates .....................................................................................................................................19
Import a Certificate ..............................................................................................................19
View Certificates ....................................................................................................................19
Chapter 3 - Develop and Install RFID Applications................................. 21
RFID Applications ........................................................................................................................21
RFID Resource Kit........................................................................................................................21
Microsoft® .NET™ Support........................................................................................................22
Java™ Support...............................................................................................................................22
Execute Java Applications.................................................................................................22
Execute .JAR Files .................................................................................................................22
Enable the Java Just-In-Time Compiler ......................................................................22
Specify the Class Path for the Java Virtual Machine ..............................................23
Java Support for Microsoft SQL Server and Sybase ...............................................23
Create an Installation Package ..............................................................................................23
Create a Configuration File ...............................................................................................23
Archive the Installation Files ............................................................................................24
Install RFID Applications ..........................................................................................................24
Install Applications On the Reader.................................................................................25
Manage Applications .................................................................................................................25
Start an Application..............................................................................................................25
Stop an Application ..............................................................................................................25
Uninstall an Application .....................................................................................................25

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Auto-Start an Application at Boot Time ..............................................................................26
Auto-Start an Application with the Web Browser .....................................................26
Auto-Start an Application with the Configuration File...........................................26
Edgeware Applications ..............................................................................................................26
Install or Upgrade Edgeware Applications..................................................................27
Developer Tools.............................................................................................................................27
Read RFID Tags through the Demo Application .......................................................27
Send BRI Commands ...........................................................................................................27
Run BRI Scripts.......................................................................................................................28
Chapter 4 - GPIO Ports...................................................................................29
GPIO Interfaces.............................................................................................................................29
Input Interfaces ............................................................................................................................29
Powered Input Example ......................................................................................................30
Isolated Input Interface Example....................................................................................30
Open Collector Input Interface Example .....................................................................30
Output Interfaces.........................................................................................................................31
Switch the High Side with Reader Power .....................................................................31
Switch the Low Side with Reader Power.......................................................................32
Switch the High Side with External Power...................................................................32
Drive a DC Relay to Control an AC Load.......................................................................33
Power Interface .............................................................................................................................33
Chapter 5 - Maintainance and Troubleshooting ......................................35
Upgrade Firmware .......................................................................................................................35
View the System Log...................................................................................................................36
Restore Default Settings ...........................................................................................................36
Reboot the Reader .......................................................................................................................36
View Device Information............................................................................................................36
Call Product Support ..................................................................................................................36
Troubleshoot the Reader...........................................................................................................37
Problems with RFID ..............................................................................................................37
Problems with Connectivity...............................................................................................37

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Chapter 6 - Product Specifications............................................................. 39
IF1C Specifications ...................................................................................................................39
Port Pin Assignments.................................................................................................................40
GPIO Port..................................................................................................................................40
Ethernet Port...........................................................................................................................41
Appendix A........................................................................................................ 42

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Product Warranty.

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GET STARTED
The IF1C is a family of RFID Readers having options with Integrated Antenna
(Linear or Circular Polarized) or Two External-Antenna Ports with Honeywell-
designed radio frequency (RF) platform offering superior read performance.
Features of the RFID reader include:
•64 MB of storage space for your RFID applications
•A web browser interface for easy configuration
•Support for EPCglobal Gen-2 and Gen 2v2 (ISO) tag types
•IP66 seal rating for outdoor installations
•Support for Power Over Ethernet
•VESA mount compatibility
•USB and sealed Power Over Ethernet ports
•Interfaces Supported: GPI's, GPO's/Wiegand & RS-232

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RFID Reader Ports
Depending on your configuration, the ports that are available on the RFID reader
may be different.
LED Indicators
The LED indicators on the reader light up to indicate the status of the reader
during operation.
Callout Port Description
1 Ethernet 10Base/100Base-T port that connects the reader to your Ethernet
network. The reader auto-negotiates with the server to set the best
data rate. This port uses MDI/MDI-X auto-switching so you can
connect either a standard Ethernet cable or a crossover cable.
The port also supports Power Over Ethernet (POE). To power the
reader, you need an 802.3af-compliant power supply.
2 GPIO General purpose input/output (GPIO) port that connects the reader to
industrial controls such as relays or indicators. It also supports
RS-232 and Wiegand Interface multiplexed with GPOs
3 USB Connects the reader to a desktop PC for configuration.
4 Antenna Connects an external antenna to your reader. The antenna port uses
Reverse TNC connectors.
1
2
3
4
Caution: Professional Installation Required: Government regulatory
agencies require this RFID reader to use only approved
antennas and cables.

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Wall Mounting Kit
The wall mounting or VESA mounting kit allows you to mount the reader to a flat
surface. It is sold and ordered separately. To order accessories, contact your local
sales representative.
Install the Wall Mount
To maintain the IP66 rating of the reader, you must mount the reader correctly.
1. Choose a mounting location.
2. Connect an earth ground cable to the RFID reader.
Icon Name Color Description
RFID
antenna
Solid green RF field is active
Blinking green A tag is being interrogated.
Blinking red The reader cannot output the requested RF power level,
or an RF fault is detected.
Off The RFID radio is not powered.
Ethernet Solid green The reader is powered, an Ethernet link is established,
and the host is connected.
Flickering green Packets of information are being sent through the
Ethernet port.
Blinking green
and orange
An Ethernet link is established, but there is no host
connection.
Blinking red The reader is powered, but an Ethernet link is not
established.
Off The reader is not powered.

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3. Secure the wall mount to the RFID reader with the washers and screws
provided.
4. Secure three screws (not provided) to the wall, and place the mounting bracket
on to the screws.
5. Secure three screws (not provided) to the bottom of the wall mount bracket.
(x4)

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How to Communicate with the RFID reader
The reader is configured to be a DHCP client and accepts offers from any DHCP
server by default. Therefore, the reader works out of the box if you connect it to your
network and use a DHCP server to assign it an IP address. As a default IP address,
this equipment can be accessed through HTTP on 169.254.1.1 if no other device
on the network has already been assigned for this IP address.
If you are not using a DHCP server to assign an IP address, you need to use a serial
communications program such as HyperTerminal or Tera Term to assign a static IP
address.
After the reader has been assigned an IP address, connect it to your network and
then complete the configuration by using the web browser interface.
Assign an IP Address
You need to assign an IP address to the reader before you can connect the reader
to your network to use the web browser interface to complete the configuration.
1. Download the USB drivers for the reader from the Technical Support Down-
loads Portal at https://hsmftp.honeywell.com.
2. Go to:
Software
- RFID
- RFID Fixed Readers
- IF1
When prompted, click on Open Honeywell Software Downloader.
3. Extract the installation files that you downloaded.
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4. Connect a USB cable from the RFID reader to your desktop PC.
5. When the USB Driver Installation Wizard appears, click Browse my computer
for driver software.
6. In Search for driver software in this location, click Browse, select the folder
where you extracted the reader installation files, and click OK.
7. Click the Windows icon > Control Panel > Device Manager and see which COM
port the reader was assigned.
8. Click Next to install the drivers.
9. If you are using Windows 8 or Windows 10 operating system, a warning may be
displayed. Click on Install this driver to proceed with the installation.
10. When the installation is finished, click Close.
11. Open a serial communications program to connect to the reader.
12. Type config and press Enter, and then type config again in the Password
field and press Enter.
13. By default, DHCP is enabled and the IP address to configure the reader
appears. Use the IP address to configure the reader through the web browser
interface.
14. If you are not using DHCP, press D. DHCP is disabled and the Ethernet
Configuration Options screen appears.

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15. To set the IP address, press 1, type in the IP address, and press Enter.
16. To set the subnet mask, press 2, type in the subnet mask, and press Enter.
17. To set the IP router, press 3, type in the IP address, and press Enter.
18. (Optional) To change the Ethernet link speed, press L, and choose the link
speed.
19. Press Qto close the Initial Configuration screen.
20. Remove the USB cable from the reader. The reader is ready to be configured
and connected to your network.
Log In to the Web Browser Interface
After the reader is assigned an IP address, you can configure the reader through
the web browser interface. Before you log in, make sure an IP address has been
assigned to the reader, and the reader is connected to your network.
1. Start a web browser.
2. In the browser address field, enter the IP address, and press Enter.
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4. Enter your Username and Password. The default user name is intermec and
the default password is intermec.
5. Click Non-Secure Login, or Secure Login. The Ethernet screen appears and
you are logged in to the web browser interface.
Set the Date and Time
Set the date and time through the web browser interface.
1. From the Main Screen of the web browser interface, click the date and time in
the upper right corner.
2. Select your time zone from the drop-down list, and then click Activate
Changes.
3. Enter the current year, month, and day in the entry fields.
4. Enter the current hour, minutes, and seconds in the entry fields.
5. Click Activate Changes. The new time and date are set.

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CONFIGURE THE READER
Configure Ethernet Settings
To use the reader, you need to configure Ethernet settings such as your IP address
and subnet mask.
Note: If DHCP is enabled, you may not need to configure Ethernet settings. For more
information, contact your network administrator.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration or Ether-
net.
2. Configure the settings.
3. When you are finished, click Activate Changes to save your changes.
Ethernet Settings
You can configure these Ethernet settings for your reader to communicate with
your network.
Setting Description
Enable DHCP Select this field if you want the reader to get its IP address from a DHCP
server.
If this field is not selected, you need to specify the IP address, subnet
mask, and IP router for your network.
IP Address The IP address of the reader. The IP address has the form x.x.x.x, where x
is a number from 0 to 255. The default MAC address is on the label on the
side of the reader.
If DHCP is enabled, the currently assigned IP address appears in this
field.
If DHCP is disabled, specify the IP address in the entry field.
Subnet Mask The subnet mask for this network. The subnet mask has the form x.x.x.x,
where x is a number from 0 to 255.
If DHCP is enabled, the currently assigned subnet mask appears in this
field.
If DHCP is disabled, specify the subnet mask in the entry field.

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Configure Common Network Settings
You can configure the common network settings that apply to the reader network
interface.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration >
Common.
2. Configure the settings.
3. Click Activate Changes to save your changes.
Common Network Settings
You can configure these common network settings that apply to the reader net-
work interface.
Router Default The IP address of the router. The IP address has the form x.x.x.x, where x is
a number from 0 to 255.
If DHCP is enabled, the currently assigned router address appears in this
field.
If DHCP is disabled, specify the router address in the entry field.
Link Local IP Address The IP address of the reader is only routable on the local IP subnet. The
reader auto-negotiates with other devices on its Ethernet segment to
obtain a unique address, so no user configuration of the Link Local IP
Address is necessary. The reader always has a Link Local IP Address,
even if another address is assigned through DHCP or statically via user-
configuration.
IPv6 Autoconfigure Enables IPv6 automatic configuration.
Auto-configuration is enabled by default. If you disable auto-
configuration, you need to specify an IPv6 address, subnet mask, and
router.
IPv6 Address 128-bit IPv6 address for the reader.
IPv6 Router 128-bit address for the IPv6 router.
Setting Description
Setting Description
Hostname Name for this reader. The default is “IF1<serial number of the reader>”.
The host name can be either a simple host name, or a qualified domain
name (FQDN). If this reader obtains its IP address via DHCP, this
parameter is sent to the DHCP server. If the server supports it, this field is
used for dynamic DNS updates.
DNS Server 1 IP address of a domain name server that the reader uses to resolve DNS
names.
DNS Server 2 IP address of a second domain name server that the reader uses to
resolve DNS names.
DNS Suffix 1 Primary DNS suffix to be appended to unqualified names.
DNS Suffix 2 Secondary DNS suffix to be appended to unqualified names.
SNTP Server Name 1 DNS name or IP address of an SNTP or NTP server.

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Device Configuration Web Service
The Device Configuration web service provides a way to configure the reader over
your network. This SOAP-based service provides a configuration API that allows
you to specify a variety of network, RFID, and system settings.
For more information on the Device Configuration web service, see the Device Con-
figuration Web Service Command Reference Manual.
Device Configuration Web Service
Enable the device configuration web service to specify a variety of network, RFID,
and system settings.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration > Device
Management.
2. By default, Device Configuration web services are enabled for either secure or
insecure connections.
3. To disable web services over a secure connection, clear the Enable Device Web
Services (Secure) check box, and then click Activate Changes.
4. To disable web services over an insecure connection, clear the Enable Device
Web Services (Insecure) check box, and then click Activate Changes.
Download the Device Configuration WSDL Document
Download the device configuration web service description language (WSDL) doc-
ument to help you configure your system settings.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration > Device
Management.
2. Click DeviceConfiguration.wsdl. The document opens in the browser window.
SNTP Server Name 2 DNS name or IP address of a second SNTP or NTP server.
Time Zone Time zone for this reader. Choose the time zone from the drop-down list.
Default is GMT.
SYSLOG Destination Domain name or IP address of the SYSLOG server.
Setting Description

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Configure Services
Configure the way users (such as developers) can access and configure the reader.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click Network Configuration > Ser-
vices.
2. Enable or disable the services by selecting or clearing the check boxes, or by
selecting options from the drop-down list.
3. Click Activate Changes to save your changes.
Services Settings
Service settings control the way users access the reader.
RFID Services
The RFID services set the protocol your application uses to communicate with the
RFID module. There are two RFID services available:
Service Description
Enable Web Server
(Insecure)
Enables access to the web browser interface. An insecure connection
only allows users to log in to web browser interface from HTTPS through
port 80.
Enable Web Server
(Secure)
Enables access to the web browser interface. A secure connection only
allows users to log in to web browser interface from HTTPS through port
443.
Enable SSH Server Enables Secure Shell (SSH) access to the Linux system console using
the same login and password as the web browser interface (default is
intermec). SSH access is disabled by default.
Enable FTP Server Enables access to the reader through its FTP server.
Enable Telnet Server Enables access to the Linux system console via standard Telnet, using
the same login and password as the web browser interface. The default
login and password is intermec. The Telnet server is disabled by default.
Enable CIFS/SMB
Service
Enables the Common Internet File System service, which creates a file
sharing connection from a Windows PC to the /home/developer
directory on the IF1C. CIFS/SMB is disabled by default.
When you enable the CIFS/SMB service, entry fields for a username and
password appear. Enter these settings and then click Activate Changes.
Enable Bonjour Service
Advertisement
Enables the reader to advertise services and be discovered by Bonjour
zero-configuration networking. Bonjour is enabled by default.
To prevent errors when using Bonjour, make sure the reader hostname
does not include spaces.
Enable UPnP Discovery Enables the reader to be discovered by Universal Plug and Play
protocols. UPnP is enabled by default.

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• BRI (Basic Reader Interface)
Honeywell proprietaryprotocol for controlling the reader. For information about
the BRI, see the Basic Reader Interface Programmer Reference Manual
available on the Honeywell website.
•LLRP (Low-Level Reader Protocol)
EPCglobal standard for network interfaces between the RFID reader and its
controlling software. The RFID reader supports version 1.0.1 of the EPCglobal
LLRP.For information on LLRP,see go to https://www.gs1.org/standards/epc-
rfid/llrp/1-1-0. An open source LLRP Toolkit can be downloaded at http://
sourceforge.net/projects/llrp-toolkit.
Configure the BRI Server Settings
Configure the BRI Server to handle communications between your application and
the RFID module.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and click RFID Services > BRI > BRI Server.
2. Configure the BRI Server settings.
3. Click Activate Changes to save your changes.
BRI Server Settings
BRI Server settings handle communications between your application and the
RFID module.
View the BRI Server Log
If you enable logging, you can see a list of BRI server events, and save the logfile as
a .txt file.
1. Log in to the web browser interface and enable logging.
2. Click RFID Services > BRI > BRI Log.
Setting Description
Enable External BRI
Connections
Enables external TCP connections to the BRI server. If this is not enabled,
BRI applications will not be able to connect to the reader.
BRI TCP Port Specifies the TCP port used for incoming connections to the BRI server.
This port must be unique for all TCP services running on the reader. Valid
range is 2189 to 65535. Default is 2189.
Enable Logging Enables logging of BRI server events.