Invengo XC-RF812 User manual
User’s Manual
XC-RF812 Reader
Invengo Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Thank you for using Invengo’s RFID products!
We are glad that you’ve chosen XC-RF812 UHF RFID reader.
We hope our product will make your daily tasks at work easier!
Thank you for using Invengo’s RFID products!
We are glad that you’ve chosen XC-RF812 UHF RFID reader.
We hope our product will make your daily tasks at work easier!
Foreword
This manual applies to the XC-RF812 reader.
This manual provides information on product application, maintenance, repair and other
features for users and maintenance personnel of the products.
Current version of this manual is V1.1, with revision record as follows:
9 June 2014 V1.0
10 March 2016 V1.1
10 May 2016 V1.2
or trademark belongs to Invengo.
All introduction and explanation on the product features, as well as the functions and other
related information, written in this manual, are the latest and accurate as at time of print. The
company reserves all rights to make any correction or amendment to this manual without
prior notice, and shall bear no responsibility for these actions.
Main content
Product Overview
Performance Parameters
Dimensions and Weight
Structural Features and Working Principals
Installation and Troubleshooting
Operating RFID Demo
Routine Maintenance, FAQs and Troubleshooting
Transport and storage
Packaging and Un-packing
After-sale Service and Contact
Safety Instructions
Warning sign
Improper handling may cause damage to health.
Improper handling may result in equipment damage.
Notication sign
If ignored, it may result in unsuccessful operation.
If ignored, it may result in undesired effect.
Content
1 Product Overview.........................................................................1
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Application scope .......................................................................................... 1
1.3 Model description .......................................................................................... 2
1.4 Operating conditions................................................................................................ 2
1.5 Operating Environment ................................................................................. 2
1.6 Safety and protective measures................................................................... 2
2 Performance Parameters.............................................................3
2.1 Features .......................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Technical parameters .................................................................................... 3
3 Dimensions and Weight............................................................... 4
3.1 Dimensions..................................................................................................... 4
3.2 Weight ............................................................................................................. 4
4 Structural Features and Working Principals.............................. 5
4.1 Overall structure and working principals .................................................... 5
4.2 Bottom panel description.............................................................................. 5
4.2.1 Panel...................................................................................................................... 5
4.2.2 LED panel ............................................................................................................. 6
4.3 PC and API requirements .............................................................................. 7
4.3.1 PC.......................................................................................................................... 7
4.3.2 API ........................................................................................................................ 7
5 Installation and Troubleshooting ................................................8
5.1 Installation tips............................................................................................... 8
5.2 Installation conditions................................................................................... 8
5.2.1 Connecting the XC-RF812 ................................................................................... 8
5.2.2 Apply power to the XC-RF812............................................................................. 9
5.3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................. 9
5.4 Acceptance ................................................................................................... 10
5.4.1 Structure acceptance ........................................................................................... 10
5.4.2 Performance Acceptance..................................................................................... 10
6 Operating RFID Demo ................................................................ 11
6.1 Preparation before operating RFID Demo ..................................................11
6.2 Demo software application environment....................................................11
6.3 Installing RFID Demo....................................................................................11
6.4 Demo Software Operation........................................................................... 15
6.4.1 Start screen.......................................................................................................... 15
6.4.2 Reader Conguration.......................................................................................... 17
6.4.3 Scan conguration .............................................................................................. 18
6.4.4 Issue mode conguration .................................................................................... 19
6.4.5 Issue tag operation .............................................................................................. 21
7 Routine Maintenance, FAQs and Troubleshooting ................. 23
7.1 Routine maintenance................................................................................... 23
7.2 FAQs and troubleshooting.......................................................................... 23
8 Transport and storage................................................................24
8.1 Transport Requirement................................................................................ 24
8.2 Storage Requirement................................................................................... 24
9 Packaging and Un-packing........................................................25
9.1 Packaging ..................................................................................................... 25
9.2 Un-packing.................................................................................................... 25
10 After-sale Service and Contact ...............................................26
10.1 After-sale service ....................................................................................... 26
10.1.1 Reader information ........................................................................................... 26
10.1.2 Computer Information ...................................................................................... 26
10.2 Other matters.............................................................................................. 27
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1 Product Overview
1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
The XC-RF812-type reader is a high performance UHF reader with a built-in
antenna. The reader supports ISO18000-6C/6B standards, operates at frequency
of 902-928MHz, and offers excellent protection and write performance, simple
and elegant design, and ease to use.
Figure 1-1 XC-RF812 reader
The XC-RF812 reader supports ISO18000-6C / 6B compliant tags and performs
wireless communication with tags via antenna to achieve read and write data
operation on to tags.
1.2 Application scope
The XC-RF812 is a high performance UHF reader, supporting ISO18000-6C /
6B compliant tags manufactured by different vendors. The reader has a built-in
antenna, and a compact appearance.
The reader can meet a variety of application needs, especially in the residential
parking management.
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1 Product Overview
1.3 Model description
The XC-RF812 reader is an UHF reader integrated with a high-performance
near-eld UHF antenna.
1.4 Operating conditions
An RFID data collection system is comprised of reader, tags,
antenna, computer and reader interface software.
Before using the XC-RF812 reader, check RFID data collection
system is complete, and connection between the various components
is reliable.
1.5 Operating Environment
●Temperature range; -20 oC to + 60 oC
●Relative humidity: 5% to 95% RH (+ 25 oC)
●Power supply: Power adapter (standard) or other power supply options(5V to
6V / 2A)
Power adapter technical specications are as follows:
○Material code 1080200010
○AC input 100 to 240V, 50 to 60Hz;
○DC output 5V / 4A MAX
○Operating temperature 0 oC to + 40 oC
○Storage temperature -20 oC to + 60 oC
1.6 Safety and protective measures
Any radio transmitting equipment, including this equipment, may cause
interference with medical equipment that is not properly protected.
Should any problem occur, in respect of the aforementioned, please
consult your medical equipment manufacturer. The operation of this
equipment may also cause interference with other electronic devices.
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2 Performance Parameters
2 Performance Parameters
2.1 Features
●RF Air Interface: EPC global UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C / 6B
● Tag data lter
●Maintenance: remote maintenance and upgrade
● Operating modes: xed frequency / hopping
●Network Protocol: DHCP, HTTP, and SSH
2.2 Technical parameters
●Operating frequency:
US: 902.75MHz ~ 927.25MHz
EU: 865.7MHz ~ 867.5MHz
AU: 920MHz ~ 926MHz
RW: 902MHz ~ 928MHz, 915.4MHz ~ 919MHz
●RF output power: 24dBm ± 1.0dB (maximum output power)
●Frequency stability: less than ± 10ppm
●Read range: 0 to 6cm (tag and user environment-dependent)
●Power: Power adapter: AC input 100-240V, 50-60Hz; DC output 5V ± 0.3V /
4A; other power supply option: (5V to 6V / 2A)
●Network interface communication rate: 10M / 100M adaptive
●Serial communication rate: 115200bps (default), 19200 bps, and 9600bps
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3 Dimensions and Weight
3 Dimensions and Weight
3.1 Dimensions
Figure 3-1 XC-RF812
XC-RF812 reader dimensions:
●Metric 170.0mm x122.5mm x 30.5mm(Not inclusive of accessories)
●Imperial 6.69in x4.82 in x 1.20 in
3.2 Weight
XC-RF812 reader weight:
●Metric Approximately 0.5kg (Not inclusive of accessories)
●Imperial Approximately 1.10 lb
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4 Structural Features and Working Principals
4 Structural Features and Working Principals
4.1 Overall structure and working principals
The XC-RF812 reader comprises antenna modules, RF modules, baseband unit,
power supply unit and chassis components.
An RFID application environment consists of the XC-RF812 reader, tag, and PC
machine (PC). The baseband unit controlled by PC machine sends commands to
the RF unit. The RF unit sends the responding command according to tag types.
The tags receives command and returns responding messages which will be
amplied and modulated by the reception circuit and sent to the decoding unit of
baseband unit. The decoded data is sent to PC via communication interface on
the baseband unit.
The baseband unit performs tag data decoding and communication with the PC.
4.2 Bottom panel description
This section details the interfaces of the device and the LED indicators’ features.
4.2.1 Panel
Figure 4-1 XC-RF812 Panel
Interface description is as follows:
1 - Ethernet interface
2 - USB interface (virtual serial interface)
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3 - Power supply connector
(1) network interface, RJ45 network interface socket, 10M/100M adaptive
communication rate.
(2) ladder-USB interface
(3) DC power jack, φ 5 pin DC power socket, use output 5V/4A power adapter
power supply.
4.2.2 LED panel
Figure 4-2 XC-RF812 LED panel
For the LEDs’ denitions, see Table 4-1 :
Table 4-1 LED denitions
Number Name Denitions
POWER Power/LED After applying power to XC-RF812,
this LED turns green.
RUN System running LED Flashing green LED indicates that the system
is running.
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4 Structural Features and Working Principals
4.3 PC and API requirements
This section describes the requirements of PC hardware and APIs.
4.3.1 PC
The minimum hardware conguration requirements for a host computer:
●CPU: Pentium 4, frequency: 1.7GHz or higher
●Memory: 512M Byte
●Hard drive: 20G
●RS-232 interface or 10M/100M network interface
Host computer operating system requirements:
Windows 2000 Service Pack 3; Windows Server 2003; Windows XP Service
Pack 2;Windows 7 ;Windows 8
4.3.2 API
●.NET API, VC, and JAVA dynamic link library
●RFID Reader Demo
For more information, see Programmer’s Reference Manual and RFID
Reader Demo User’s Guide
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5 Installation and Troubleshooting
5 Installation and Troubleshooting
Please read and understand this chapter before installing the XC-RF812.
5.1 Installation tips
In order to ensure your personal and property, the following preparations are
required before installing XC-RF812.
This product uses DC + 5V / 4A DC power supply. Carefully check
voltage range before installing the XC-RF812!
The installation location should be free from rain, moisture and sunlight,
and is well ventilated.
Check the USB cable or network cable connection is good.
Any radio transmission equipment, including the XC-RF812, may cause
disturbance to the performance of medical devices that have no proper
protection. Please consult the manufacturers of relevant medical devices
to avoid such event. This equipment may also cause disturbance to other
electronic equipment while it is in operation.
5.2 Installation conditions
Before installing the XC-RF812 reader, please carefully check the product is in
good condition, and the accessories are complete. Please check the product and
its accessories according to the packing list. Please contact us immediately if
there is any discrepancy or damage.
In addition, check whether the installation meets the following conditions:
●Complying with workplace standards;
●The accessories are complete and meet required standards.
5.2.1 Connecting the XC-RF812
Connect the reader to the PC.
Connect the XC-RF812 reader to the PC with a network cable or a USB cable.
The PC IP address and reader IP address must be in one network segment (default
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192.168.0.210) to create network connection. Check the USB driver is installed
to use USB connectivity.
5.2.2 Apply power to the XC-RF812
Apply power to the XC-RF812 reader by following steps:
●Check that the AC input voltage and operating frequency to meet the
requirements: AC 100-240V input, 50-60Hz;
●Check the adapter output voltage is 5V / 2A;
●Check the power supply connection are correct and secure;
●After applying power to the reader, wait about 10 seconds. The power /
work LED will is ashing, and the reader will play two sounds. The reader
will enter initialization state, and the system enters standby mode when
initialization process is completed.
After booting the system, the XC-RF812 reader, by default, is in
standby mode. The reader does not transmit power in the initialization
and standby mode (RF power amplier is turned off), and only operates
after receiving “read tag” command from the PC or “open amplier”
command.
5.3 Troubleshooting
This section describes troubleshooting common problems, in particular, the
general problems occur when the installation is not correct, and explains how to
correct it.
Troubleshooting common issues:
●Reader does not respond
○ Power indicator LED is on → check the relevant cable connections, and
check the corresponding items in accordance with the state of the relevant
LED indicators;
○ Network communication status → check the connection IP is correct;
check if there is an IP address conict;
●Read / write tag error
○ Check the reader type on application software is congured correctly;
○Check if reader and tag is compatible;
○ Check tag placement, and if tag is present is reader eld;
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○Check if there exists electromagnetic interference;
○Check tag access password is required, and if the password is correct;
○Check if tag is damaged.
5.4 Acceptance
Acceptance criteria are given mainly from two aspects: structure and properties.
5.4.1 Structure acceptance
Check if the installation meets installation standards, and if the equipment
connection is secure.
● Check if the reader is rmly xed.
●Check if the screws are tightened.
For additional information see Installation Notes!
5.4.2 Performance Acceptance
Check if the reader operates properly mainly from the following two aspects:
●check if the reader is working properly.
●check if the read range meets the requirements.
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6 Operating RFID Demo
6 Operating RFID Demo
6.1 Preparation before operating RFID Demo
User can use Demo software to operate the XC-RF812 reader, including system
control, parameter setting, parameter query, communication mode selection,
and read and write RF tag operation. One CD-ROM which comes with
shipment provides .NET Demo, .NET APIs, and C ++ APIs for users’ secondary
development.
6.2 Demo software application environment
●Software
Windows 2000 Service Pack 3; Windows Server 2003; Windows XP Service
Pack 2; Windows 7; VISTA system
●Hardware
Minimum P4 / 1.7GHz PC CPU, 512M or above memory, and 20G hard drive
6.3 Installing RFID Demo
●RFID Demo V1.2 or higher version
Note: The Windows version RFID Demo is described in this section.
Double-click on .
If .NET Framework 2.0 is not installed, the program will automatically prompt
installation, as shown below:
Figure 6-2
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Select “Yes” to install .NET Framework 2.0:
Figure 6-3
When the .NET Framework 2.0 installation is complete, the program enters
“Ready to Install” phase (if.NET Framework 2.0 is installed, the program
directly enters this phase). It takes a few seconds to nish, and then enters the
“Installationshield Wizard” screen, as shown below:
Figure 6-4
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