IDENTEC SOLUTIONS IDS1000 Instructions for use

IDE NTEC SOLUTIONS
Model IDS1000
iQ355 P
Personnel Tag
HARDWARE USER MANUAL

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Issue 1.0 / March 2020 (MOM)
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Radio Frequency Compliance Statement
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS is the responsible party for the compliance of the following devices:
MODEL: iQ355 P
Region/Country Organization Marking
EUROPE: EU CE
USA: FCC FCC ID OO4-IDS1000
CANADA: IC 3538A-IDS1000
The user(s) of these products are cautioned to only use accessories and peripherals approved, in advance, by
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS. The use of accessories and peripherals, other than those approved by IDENTEC
SOLUTIONS, or unauthorized changes to approved products, may void the compliance of these products and result in
the loss of the user(s) authority to operate the equipment.
European Declaration of Conformity according to RED Directive
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS AG hereby declares that the device iQ355 P is in conformity with the essential
requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU. The declaration of conformity can be found at: www.identecsolutions.com
USA Certification
FCC Part 15 compliance statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canada Certification
Licence-Exempt Radio Apparatus (ISED)
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Appareils radio exempts de licence (ISDE)
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation,
Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Compliance of Radiocommunication
portable apparatus
This device complies with FCC and ISED Canada RF radiation exposure limits set forth for general population
(uncontrolled exposure). This device must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Conformité à l’exposition aux champs RF des équipements radio portables
Cet appareil est conforme aux limites FCC et ISDE Canada concernant l'exposition aux rayonnements RF établies
pour le grand public. (Environnement non-contrôlé)
Cet émetteur ne doit pas être co-situé ou fonctionner conjointement avec une autre antenne ou un autre émetteur.
WARNING - This product should be installed by personnel trained in installation of
equipment in industrial environments and meet the representative country’s
National Electrical Code.
Electrostatic Discharge
This product contains components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharges. Please observe
the special instructions for their protection. Incorrect handling can damage the unit and cause
the invalidation of the warranty.
Minimum safety precautions against electrostatic discharge:
 Establish earth contact before you touch the unit. (For example, touch the earthing screw on the unit.) Best
practice is to use an antistatic ribbon and earth yourself permanently for the time you handle the unit.
 Avoid unnecessary contact with the unit connectors and assemblies inside the unit.
 Do not open the unit.
 Use antistatic tools for the setting of the unit. (Warning: Do not touch life-threatening voltages with these tools).
 Do not store unit and components without protective packaging.
 Remove unit and components from the packaging only prior to installation.
These notes are not sufficient to guarantee complete protection from electrostatic discharges! We
recommend the use of suitable protective equipment.
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS does not accept the return of products where the regulations concerning the ESD
precautions and protective packaging materials were not followed.

Safety Instructions
The equipment can be installed in restricted areas.
The system described in this manual is for exclusive operation of trained employees. Only qualified personnel that
have knowledge of the potential dangers involved should perform the installation, settings, maintenance and repair
of the units used.
Operational Safety
The correct and safe use of these systems assumes that operating and service personnel follow the safety
measures described in the manual alongside the generally acceptable safety procedures.
If there is a possibility that safe operations cannot be guaranteed, the system must be switched off, secured against
accidental use and the service unit responsible immediately informed.
Safety Documents
The iQ355 P was designed, tested and supplied in perfect condition, according to document IEC/EN 60950-1
Safety Requirements.
Condensate / Change of Temperature
To avoid condensation in the system, the unit must be allowed to slowly adjust itself to warmer temperatures after
removal from cold and cool environments.
Do not open the housing
There is no need to open the housing. The unit does not have any internal setting elements or displays.
Spare Parts
We recommend that only personnel, original products, spare and replacement parts authorized by IDENTEC
SOLUTIONS be used for installation, service and repair. IDENTEC SOLUTIONS does not accept any responsibility
for materials used, work carried out or possible consequences from unauthorized third party vendors.

Contents
1. Preface .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2. Introduction .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 iQ355 P Tag and System Description .............................................................................................................. 8
2.1.1 UHF Interface ...................................................................................................................................... 9
2.1.2 LF Interface ......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.1.3 NFC Interface .................................................................................................................................... 10
2.2 System Components – Readers .................................................................................................................... 11
2.3 Tag Functions ................................................................................................................................................ 12
2.3.1 Pushbutton ........................................................................................................................................ 12
2.3.2 LED Indicators ................................................................................................................................... 12
2.3.3 Configuration ..................................................................................................................................... 12
3. Mechanical Information & Installation .................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Mounting Options ........................................................................................................................................... 13
4. Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
5. Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.1 Firmware Update ........................................................................................................................................... 14
5.2 Spare Parts .................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.3 Returns ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
6. Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 16

1. Preface
This installation manual must be read carefully prior to starting the installation. The described installation works
assuming that installation materials like cables, antennas and any mechanical parts are available.
This document is the hardware description of the iQ355 P. This document is intended only for mechanical and
electrical installation of these units.
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS reserves the right to make changes and updates to the content contained herein. It is the
user’s responsibility to contact the service department for any possible changes or updates to operating and
maintenance procedures.
Updates will be provided upon request. The information in this document may be subjected to changes without
prior notice.
Check whether delivery is complete and for any damages. If the delivery is not complete or damaged
immediately inform the carrier. The dispatch and service organization of IDENTEC SOLUTIONS should also
be informed to facilitate the repair or exchange of the system.
Product Contents (deliverables):
 iQ355 P Device
 ID Card holder (optional)
 Safe-Strap Basic Black 3mm ATEX w/o knob (optional)
 Hardware User Manual
Associated Documents
 SDK Online Help
 i-SHARE Manual
 Specific tag and reader manuals

2. Introduction
2.1 iQ355 P Tag and System Description
The iQ355 P tag is a Personnel tag, designed for use with all personnel safety, real-time location and access
control applications. The robust tag is especially suited to harsh environments, in industries such as Oil & Gas or
mining.
iQ355 P Tag iQ355 P Tag with Cardholder
The slimline, IP67 tag can be carried in the pocket, on a keyring or with a neck strap, and has the following
features:
 Ultra low-power microcontroller and a non-replaceable, high-capacity coin cell battery
 Pushbutton for alarm generation, battery status or general debugging.
 Configurable Bi-color LED for Alarm indication, battery status or other functions
 3-Axis accelerometer for energy saving, freefall detection, among other features
 UHF interface for long-range communication with readers
 3D-LF receiver for marker detection, configuration, zone location, direction detection
 NFC interface for configuration and access control features and mobile mustering
 There is an additional photo card ID holder that can be snapped on to the main unit.
ID
Card holder
LED Indicator
Pushbutton

2.1.1 UHF Interface
The UHF interface is a wireless communication interface using the UHF ISM frequency band and IDENTEC’s
protocols.
The iQ355 P has an internal UHF antenna and can communicate up to a range of 500 meters with a reader or
iPOINT device.
2.1.2 LF Interface
The LF Interface uses IDENTEC’s LFBOOST Marker technology. Zone location at Low Frequency can be achieved
with a configurable field range up to 5 Meters. This allows Tag detection in a specific area.

2.1.3 NFC Interface
The NFC Interface is a Near Field Communication interface. The iPOINT can be used as an entry terminal.
Alternatively the tag can communicate with access control system over standard NFC interfaces. The range from
the iPOINT to the Tag is around 10-15cm.

2.2 System Components – Readers
Identec offers a wide range of readers that can be used together with the iQ355 P tag in the system. The tags
provide long range communication with the readers of up to 500 m (1640 ft), using advanced UHF radio frequency
technology.
i-PORT M352 Readers Using advanced UHF radio frequency technology, i-PORT-M352 Reader series
can communicate with iQ355 P tags in bidirectional mode at distances of up to
250 m (820 feet). In addition, the tags can be configured to beacon data at a
configurable ping rate to a range of up to 500 m (1640 ft).
Identec’s i-PORT M352 series of readers can be installed at fixed locations to
provide seamless communication with the iQ355 P tags
i-PORT-BT-USB Mobile
readers
Using advanced UHF radio frequency technology, i-PORT-BT-USB Readers can
communicate with iQ355 P tags in bidirectional mode at distances of up to 250 m
(820 feet). In addition, the tags can be configured to beacon data at a
configurable ping rate to a range of up to 500 m (1640 ft).
Identec’s i-PORT BT USB readers can be installed at fixed locations or used as
a mobile reader to provide seamless communication with the iQ355 P tags. The
mobile reader can then communicate with the host device over Bluetooth or USB
connection.
iPOINT
Using advanced UHF radio frequency technology, iPOINT devices can
communicate with iQ355 P tags in bidirectional mode at distances of up to 250 m
(820 feet). In addition, the tags can be configured to beacon data at a
configurable ping rate to a range of up to 500 m (1640 ft).
Identec’s multi-purpose iPOINT device combines the functionality of a standard
reader, an LF Marker (gate and Zone locationing system, configurable up to 5 m)
and NFC (access control) functionality in a single rugged unit.
i-MARK S350
The i-MARK S350 stand-alone device provides spot or zone location by
triggering a compatible tag with an inductive 125 kHz field containing the unique
marker ID.
The novel LFboost technology describes a well-defined area with a configurable
range of up to 1.5/3 m where tags are triggered
For more information on the types and configurations of readers available, please visit www.identecsolutions.com

2.3 Tag Functions
The iQ355 P tag can be configured in the host software provided by Identec Solutions.
Additionally, the tag has a user pushbutton and a dual color LED indicator.
2.3.1 Pushbutton
Button Push action Tag response Additional Information
Short push Sign of life / Battery status
Double short push T.B.D
Long hold (5 seconds) T.B.D
2.3.2 LED Indicators
LED Indication Information Additional Information
Blinking Green T.B.D
Solid green T.B.D
Blinking Red T.B.D
Solid Red T.B.D
Blinking Orange T.B.D
Solid Orange T.B.D
2.3.3 Configuration
Configuration of the tag can be updated or changed within the host software. An appropriate Reader device should
be connected for configuration.
Available Identec Solutions Software
 Setup Scout
 i-Share
 Crew Companion
Please refer to the relevant software User Manuals for details.

3. Mechanical Information & Installation
Housing Dimensions
3.1 Mounting Options
The tag can be mounted in the following ways:
- Carried in a pocket
- used with a keyring
- used with a neck strap
All ways of wearing the tag can also be done with the additional ID card holder

4. Troubleshooting
This chapter covers how faults can be recognized and rectified. There are some common problem sources:
 The environment including large objects between antenna and ILR® Tags, electrical disturbance sources,
intervention by persons, etc.
 The quality of the technical design, including alignment between antenna, data, ratio of task
requirements/available communication time etc. The information about system performance is contained in the
relevant datasheets.
When planning the total system, do not overlook the problem sources and “Fault finding procedures on system
level” should be included in the host system. How this could look in detail depends on the relevant system concept
and very likely varies from one system to another.
A Brief Checklist
 Are all housings intact?
 Are all cables intact?
 Are all connectors intact?
 Are all connectors securely fastened?
 Are all screws still tight?
 Is there a sudden malfunction at a specific unit?
 What are the status of the LEDs? is the ‘RUN’ LED flashing?
5. Maintenance
When installed correctly the iQ355 P tag will operate virtually maintenance free for many years. However, in the
event maintenance is required, only trained and authorized personnel are permitted to perform the updates,
changes and necessary maintenance.
Regular Cleaning of the Surface
If the device needs cleaning, use a soft cloth moistened with a mild rinsing agent. Do not use cleaning products
containing chemical additives.
Precautionary Maintenance
A regular check of the system is recommended. Unstable connections could lead to damage and malfunctions of
the system and should therefore be repaired as soon as possible.
5.1 Firmware Update
The firmware is stored in a FLASH memory and can be updated if needed.
5.2 Spare Parts
Recommended spare parts stock

In order to minimize the downtime in the event of a malfunction, it is recommended to have certain spare parts on
stock. For larger systems, doubling of the recommended stock quantity is recommended.
It is advised to have several spare ILR® Tags in stock, corresponding to approx. 0.5 – 1 % of the total number of
ILR® Tags.
Examination and repair of exchanged parts
The data ILR® Tags and other devices are complex electronic power units on which the customer can carry out
only very limited repairs. Normally the repairs are carried out at IDENTEC SOLUTIONS or possibly at a distributor.
Before a part is sent in for repair a short examination should be conducted.
5.3 Returns
Parts or main components returned for repair or exchange must be handled with great care. All returns should
include an error description and a short application overview and be sent to the local distributor or to:
IDENTEC SOLUTIONS AG
Service Department
Millennium Park 2
6890 Lustenau
AUSTRIA
For full details, refer to our “Return and Repair Policy” on our website.

6. Technical Specifications
Communication ILR
350
technology
Operation Mode UHF Broadcast or response communication
Read Range up to 500 m
1
Compatibility i-PORT M352, i-MARK S350, iPOINT, i-PORT BT USB
Operating Frequency UHF ISM Band: 868 MHz (EU) or 920 MHz (NA)
2
Antenna / Transmit Power 1x Internal Antennas / <1mW
Communication LF
boost
Marker
Operation Mode Receives Marker ID at a predefined interval, transmits over UHF
Exciter Range up to 5m (adjustable)
1
Compatibility i-MARK S350, iPOINT
Operating Frequency 125kHz
Communication NFC
Antenna Integrated 13.56MHz coil (read/write)
Standards ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 14443A&B, Sony FeliCa
Usage Programmable functionality
Electrical
Battery CR2477 Coin Cell (non-replacable)
Battery Lifetime expectancy Up to 10 years (depending on use case)
e.g. up to 7 years with 2 sec. ping rate & 8 hrs/day working
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158 °F)
Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
Humidity Up to 100%
Shock: EN 60068-2-32: Multiple drops to concrete from 1m (3ft), 5 times
EN 60068-2-29: 50G on all 3 axis, 3 times per axis
Vibrations EN 60068-2-64: noise 5 to 1000Hz, 90 minutes per axis
EN 60068-2-6: 5G, 20 sin wave cycles per axis, 5-500Hz
Standard/Certification
Europe
CE
(EN 300 220-1, -2, -3; EN 301 489-1,-3; EN 62368-1)
North America
FCC
Part 15 (US);
IC
RSS210
Mechanical Data
Push Button Event Generation
Status Display Bi-Color LED
Dimensions (L) 90 x (W) 41 x (T) 12 mm
Housing Colours
Front
/back
:
RAL 9002 Light Grey,
Button
:
RAL 7024 Graphite Grey
Enclosure Material Plastic (PC-ASA)
Enclosure Rating IP67
Weight 40g
Order Code
iQ355 P 456000
ID Cardholder (ATEX) 456051
Safe-Strap Basic Black 3 mm ATEX w/o knob 711828
1 The communication range depends on environmental conditions and national regulation limits
2 Other country frequencies are available, please contact IDENTEC SOLUTIONS