Hong Kong RFID EMPRESS HKRAR-EMWF User manual

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Installation Guide
for EMPRESS™ 2.4GHz Active RFID Reader
(Model: HKRAR-EMWF)
Revision: 1
Before use, please read these instructions completely

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Important Notice
All statements, technical information, and recommendations related to Hong Kong RFID’s products are
based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. Before
using this product, you must evaluate it and determine if it is suitable for your intended application. You
assume all risks and liability associated with such use. Any statements related to the product which are not
contained in 3M’s current publications, or any contrary statements contained on your purchase order shall
have no force or effect unless expressly agreed upon, in writing, by an authorized officer of Hong Kong RFID.
EMPRESS is a trademark of Hong Kong RFID.

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Contents
1.1 INTRODUCTION ...............................................................................................................................4
1.2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................5
1.2.1 Components...............................................................................................................................5
1.2.2 Setup ..........................................................................................................................................7
1.2.3 Application: Access Control System..........................................................................................8
1.2.4 Application: Location System....................................................................................................8
1.3 READER INDICATORS ......................................................................................................................9
1.3.1 Omni–directional Antenna for Empress Active Reader ...........................................................10
1.3.2 Directional Antenna for Empress Active Reader (Optional)....................................................10
1.4 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION:...........................................................................................................13
1.5 WIRELESS CONNECTION CONFIGURATION GUIDE.........................................................................18
1.5.1 Briefly description ...................................................................................................................18
1.5.2 Status-system ...........................................................................................................................19
1.5.3 Status-Active Client .................................................................................................................19
1.5.4 Network Setting........................................................................................................................20
1.5.5 Wireless Setting........................................................................................................................21
1.5.6 Access Point Setup...................................................................................................................22
1.5.7 Client Mode Setup....................................................................................................................26
1.5.8 Security....................................................................................................................................27
1.5.9 Others ......................................................................................................................................29
1.6 COMPUTER SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................32
1.7 DEMO SOFTWARE USER GUIDE.....................................................................................................33

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1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing EMPRESS™Reader, it is wireless and therefore is easy to
install with low installation costs. It is a 2.4GHz Gain Adjustable Reader which uses the
advanced 0.18um CMOS IC, and is well-fitted for being a Data Collector.
Through IEEE 802.11b/g (EMWF version), the reader gathers and transmits data to the
wireless router or act as access point all by itself. Once powered, the HKRAR-EM series
is instantly connected and become part of the network.
HKRAR-EMWF Active reader is user friendly with a web interface. You can get data and
do analysis with a PC in an efficient way with its Wi-Fi feature. Its Omni-directional
antenna can identify tags from all directions. Users can adjust the identification distance
according to actual situations in order to make identification more accurate.

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1.2 System Overview
1.2.1 Specification
Direction
Omni-directional, standard rubber antenna
Range
30~50m (depends on different Active RFID Tags),
Frequency
2.4GHz--2.5GHz ISM
RF Output Power
0dBm
Sensitivity
-85dBm
Power
500mA,5V
Modulation
GFSK
Software Interface
XtractorTM, .Net Platform
Data Rate
1Mbps
Operating Temperature
-40~60`C
Operating Humidity
95%(Non-condensing)
Anti-collision
200 tags simultaneously, shown within 5 sec.
Interface
WI-FI, IEEE 802.11b/g. can act as AP
Dimension
125mm * 108mm * 26mm
PC or
Controller
Wireless Router
Empress 2.4GHz
Active Reader
Directional or
Omni-Directional
Antenna
Active Tags
Active Tags broadcast Tag ID and
listen for comments at defined
time interval (e.g 1 signal per
second)
Active Tag ID and information
passed to PC through reader itself
or other network devices

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1.2.2 Components
One standard package of this product consists of following items;
-EMPRESS Reader x 1 piece
-2.4GHz Antenna x 2 pieces
-DC Power Adaptor 5V 2.5Ax 1 piece
-A Cross Cat-5 Cable (optional)
Other Essential Components
-Active Transponders from Hong Kong RFID
-Personal Computer
Minimum PC Requirements: XXXXXX
NOTE:
Active Transponders are essential to test the system and they are sold separately. Please
contact your sales representative if you do not have any active transponders.

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1.2.3 Network Setup
XXX mode
XXX mode
(external antenna for illustration)
AP mode
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1.2.4 Application: Access Control System
AntennaReaderController
Computer
Automatic Door
Tag
Access Control System
Fig.3 Overview of the access control system
The system can control an automatics door to achieve the purpose of access
control. The results of the reader captured are recorded in the Controller.
1.2.5 Application: Location System
XXXXXX

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1.3 Reader Indicators
Name
Function / Description
1
DC Power Jack
Supply power
2
Red LED
Power ON
3
Green LED
Data processing identity
4
NETWORK
Connect to PC to reader
5
RESET
Reboot button
Please hold the button for 5sec
6
Wifi
For Wifi Antenna
7
ANT
For any 2.4GHz antenna, directional or omi-directional
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

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1.3.1 Omni–directional Antenna for Empress Active Reader
This antenna detects all tags in range from all angles.
Technical Specification:
1.3.2 Directional Antenna for Empress Active Reader (Optional)
Directional antenna only detects tags in specific angle. Please note that the antenna has
horizontal and vertical orientation.
Frequency Range (MHz)
2400-2483
Bandwidth(MHz)
83
Gain (dBi)
8
VSWR
<=1.5
Impedance (ohm)
50
Max. Power (W)
50
Connector
N Female
Dimension (mm)
145 x 97 x 38
Weight (g)
210