Intermec IV7 User manual

IV7 Vehicle-Mount
Reader
Instructions

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Contents
About the IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Out of the Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
What You Need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Understanding the Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Choosing a Mounting Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Following Cable Safety Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing the IV7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Sending Commands to the IV7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
About the GPIO Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
IV7 Data Port Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
IV7 Power Port Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Where to Go for More Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Patent Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader Instructions 3
About the IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader
The IV7 is a rugged RFID tag reader designed to be mounted on
a vehicle for mobile use. This IV7 includes mounting brackets for
installing the IV7 on an adaptable load back rest on a forklift.
These instructions explain the ports on the IV7 and how to
install the IV7 and an RFID antenna on the load back rest.
Out of the Box
When you unpack the IV7, save the packaging in case you need
to ship or store the IV7. The reader comes with a documentation
packet that includes safety and compliance statements and these
instructions.
Government regulatory agencies require that this RFID reader
only use approved antennas. Therefore, this reader uses a
custom antenna connector. Do not use antennas not approved
for use with this reader.

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What You Need
To install the IV7, you also need these items, which are
purchased separately:
• IV7 DC Power Cable Kit (P/N 203-713-002 with right-angle
connector, or 203-713-003 with straight connector)
• Data cable (choose one):
• 20-pin connector to 9-pin serial and 25-pin D-sub
connectors, 5 ft (P/N 236-089-001)
• 20-pin connector only, 12 ft (P/N 203-776-001)
• Appropriate RFID antennas. These Intermec RFID antennas
are designed to be mounted on the load back rest and include
mounting brackets and hardware:
• 865-869 MHz (P/N 805-816-001)
• 915 MHz (P/N 805-816-002)
You can connect up to four antennas to the IV7.
• Appropriate antenna cables for your IV7. Intermec offers
these cable kits for load back rest installations:
• Kit with standard SMA connector for 865-869 MHz [P/N
203-719-003 (12 ft cable) or P/N 203-719-004 (20 ft
cable)]
• Kit with reverse SMA connector for 915 MHz [P/N 203-
720-001 (12 ft cable) or P/N 203-720-002 (20 ft cable)]
These antenna cable kits include crimp connectors and
tiedowns.
For more information on antennas, cables, and other accessories,
contact your local Intermec sales representative, or visit the
Intermec RFID home page at www.intermec.com/RFID.

IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader Instructions 5
Understanding the Ports
Connect the IV7 data port to a host PC for serial
communications. You can also use the data port to access the IV7
general purpose input/output (GPIO) interfaces. For data port
pin assignments, see page 13.
Connect the IV7 power port to a DC power source. For power
port pin assignments, see page 14.
IV7 Power Indicator, Power Port, and Data Port Locations
IV7 Antenna Port Locations
Note: The IV7 requires 6-60 VDC at up to 4.5A for operation.
Consult the vehicle manufacturer or your vehicle maintenance
company for specific information on appropriate power
connection and mounting locations.
Power indicator
Data port
Power port
Antenna ports
(4 places)
Note: The IV7 ships with terminators installed on antenna ports
2, 3, and 4. Do not remove the terminator from any port unless
you are installing an antenna on that port.

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Choosing a Mounting Location
The IV7 can be positioned in the center or end channels of the
load back rest for best performance and operator visibility.
Intermec RFID antennas designed to be mounted on the load
back rest can also be positioned in the center or end channels, as
seen in the next illustrations.
IV7 and Antenna Mounting: This illustration shows the IV7 mounted in the
center channel and the antenna mounted in one of the end channels.
Center
channel
End
channel
End
channel
RFID
antenna
IV7
Removable
wire way
Note: The adaptable load back rest includes a wire way for cable
routing. You can remove the wire way during cable routing and
installation, and then install the wire way to provide cable
protection.

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Alternate Mounting Location Example:In this illustration, the IV7 is
mounted in the end channel and the antenna is placed in the center channel.
Center
channel
End
channel
End
channel
Choose mounting locations for the IV7 and antennas that
allow the best possible visibility for the forklift operator.
If the IV7 and antennas are mounted where they significantly
reduce operator visibility, the installation should be evaluated
for compliance with the following safety standards:
• American National Standard ASME B56.11-6-1992,
“Evaluation of Visibility from Powered Industrial Trucks”
• ISO 13564-1, “Powered industrial trucks - Test methods
for verification of visibility - Part 1: Sit-on and stand-on
operator trucks and variable reach trucks”

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Following Cable Safety Guidelines
The IV7 requires power, data, and antenna cables to connect it to
your vehicle-mounted RFID system. Keep these cable safety
guidelines in mind:
• Make sure that the cable routing does not interfere with other
equipment or vehicle controls.
• Keep cables as short as practical and route all cables to
minimize exposure to damage.
• Make sure the cables will not be pinched or rubbed by
moving parts on the vehicle. You may need to sheath the cable
to prevent it from being pinched.
• Secure the cables at least every 15 cm (6 in) throughout the
length of the cable run. Use adjustable clamps or tie-wraps to
secure the cables.
• Use a snap-in bushing if the cables pass through a firewall or
other sheet metal.
Note: Most vehicle manufacturers offer pulley kits for installation
of wiring with risers. Intermec recommends using these
manufacturer-specific kits with any installation of the IV7 on a
forklift load back rest assembly.

IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader Instructions 9
Installing the IV7
Before you install the IV7, antenna, or cables:
• the adaptable load back rest should be installed on the forklift
by a qualified technician.
• determine where the IV7 and antennas should be mounted
on the adaptable load back rest. For mounting location
guidelines, see page 6.
• determine where the IV7 power, data, and antenna cables
should be routed, and prepare the cables for installation. For
cable routing guidelines, see page 8.
To install the IV7 on the load back rest
1Unscrew the four 5/16"-18 locknuts from the IV7 and
remove the mounting brackets.
2Connect the power, data, and antenna cables to the IV7. Do
not connect the cables to any other component.
3Position the IV7 in its mounting location on the back side of
the load back rest. The IV7 label should face forward.
4From the front of the load back rest, slide the mounting
brackets onto the bolts on the IV7 baseplate.
Note: The IV7 requires 6-60 VDC at up to 4.5A for
operation. Consult the vehicle manufacturer or your vehicle
maintenance company for specific information on appropriate
power connection and mounting locations.
T
o 6-60 VDC
To PC serial port
and GPIO devices
Power port
Data port
To RFID antenna
(up to 4)

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5Install the four 5/16"-18 locknuts on the bolts and tighten the
locknuts to secure the IV7 to the load back rest. Torque the
locknuts to 5 Nm (44 lb-in). Do not overtighten the
locknuts.
IV7 Mounting Location: This illustration shows the installation viewed
from the front with the IV7 mounted in the center channel of the load
back rest. Cables omitted for clarity.
6Route the power and data cables as needed. If necessary, use
adhesive tiedowns and the removable wire way on the load
back rest to manage the cables. Do not connect the cables yet.
7Position the antenna in its mounting location on the front of
the load back rest.
8From the back of the load back rest, slide the antenna
mounting brackets onto the bolts on the antenna case.
9Install the four 1/4"-20 locknuts on the bolts and tighten the
locknuts to secure the antenna to the load back rest. Torque
the locknuts to 6 Nm (53 lb-in). Do not overtighten the
locknuts.
5/16”-18
locknut
(4 places)

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Antenna Mounting Location: This illustration shows the installation
viewed from the rear, with the antenna mounted in an end channel on the
load back rest.
10 Connect the antenna cable to the antenna. If necessary, use
adhesive tie-downs and the removable wire way on the load
back rest to manage the antenna cables.
11 (Optional) Install GPIO devices on the vehicle and connect
the data cable to the devices.
12 Connect the IV7 data cable to the vehicle-mounted
computer.
13 Connect the IV7 power cable to the DC power source. The
power indicator turns green.
The IV7 is now ready to use.
1/4”-20
locknuts
(4 places)

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Sending Commands to the IV7
You send commands to the IV7 from a host PC using the Basic
Reader Interface (BRI) protocol. For more information on BRI
commands, see the Basic Reader Interface Programmer’s Reference
Guide (P/N 937-000-xxx).
To develop RFID applications you can use the Intermec RFID
Resource Kit, which is part of the Intermec Developer Library.
This resource kit includes C# and Java tools for application
development, including reader control and data manipulation.
For more information, go to www.intermec.com/idl.
About the GPIO Interfaces
The IV7 has four input and four output interfaces. You can
connect external controls to the GPIO interfaces, which can then
trigger IV7 operations.
All GPIO interfaces should be restricted to a maximum operating
input voltage of +5 VDC. To use higher input voltages, you need
to use an external voltage conditioning network, such as resistor
dividers or active regulators.
The GPIO interfaces can be accessed through the data port. For
pin assignments, see the next section.
Although all interfaces include transient protection, the
interfaces are not protected from continuous over voltage or
over current conditions. The IV7 will be damaged if a low
impedance source greater than +6.5 VDC is connected directly
to either the inputs or the outputs.
GPIO Interface Specifications
Interface DC Voltage Maximum Current
Input 0 to +5 VDC 10 mA per input
40 mA for all inputs combined
Output 0 to +5 VDC 50 mA for all outputs combined

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IV7 Data Port Pin Assignments
IV7 Data Port
Data Port Pin Assignments
Pin Description Pin Description
1 TXD from IV7 11 GPIO Return 1
2RXD to IV7 12 GPIO Return 2
3Ground 13GPIOReturn3
4CTS from IV7 14 GPIO Return 4
5 RTS to IV7 15 GPIO Return 5
6+5VDC 16 NC
7 GP Input 0 17 GP Output 0
8GP Input 1 18 GP Output 1
9 GP Input 2 19 GP Output 2
10 GP Input 3 20 GP Output 3
2
5
7
9
12
14
16
18
20
1
4
6
8
10
13
15
17
19
3
11

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IV7 Power Port Pin Assignments
IV7 Power Port
Where to Go for More Information
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PDF versions of our current manuals. To order printed versions
of the Intermec manuals, contact your local Intermec
representative or distributor.
Visit the Intermec technical knowledge base (Knowledge
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product.
Power Port Pin Assignments
Pin Description
1-VDC
2+VDC
3 Ground
12
3

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Specifications
Patent Information
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents:
4,739,328; 4,786,907; 4,864,158; 4,888,591; 4,999,636;
5,030,807; 5,055,659; 5,280,159; 5,504,485; 5,521,601;
5,550,547; 5,673,037; 5,763,867; 5,777,561; 5,825,045;
5,828,318; 5,828,693; 5,850,181; 5,850,187; 5,942,987;
5,995,019; 6,078,251; 6,121,878; 6,122,329; 6,172,596;
6,195,053; 6,249,227; 6,280,544; 6,286,762; 6,286,763;
6,288,629; 6,360,208; 6,384,712; 6,404,325; 6,429,775;
6,486,769; 6,501,807; 6,525,648; 6,639,509; 6,645,327;
6,677,852; 6,768,414; 6,784,789; 6,816,063; 6,830,181;
6,838,989; 6,859,190; 6,906,615; 6,919,793; 6,944,424;
7,075,413; 7,103,087; 7,106,196; 7,117,374; 7,121,467;
7,123,129; 7,158,046; 7,158,091.
There may be other U.S. and foreign patents pending.
Dimensions 9.5 cm x 23.6 cm x 34.3 cm
(3.75 in x 9.3 in x 13.5 in)
Weight 3.08 kg
(6.8 lb)
DC Electrical Rating x6 to 60 V, 4,5A maximum
Environmental Rating IP65
Operating Temperature -25°C to 55°C
(-13°F to 131°F)
Storage Temperature -30°C to 75°C
(-22°F to 167°F)
Humidity 10% to 90%, non-condensing

IV7 Vehicle-Mount Reader Instructions
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