Invengo XC-RF861 User manual
User’s Manual
XC-RF861 Reader
Invengo Information Technology Co., Ltd.
Thank you for using Invengo’s RFID products!
We are glad that you’ve chosen XC-RF861 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-RF861 UHF RFID reader.
We hope our product will make your daily tasks at work easier!
Foreword
This manual provides information on product application, maintenance, repair and other
features for users and maintenance staff of the products.
Current version of this manual is V1.0, with revision record as follows:
19th January 2015 Initial draft V1.0
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
Reader Installation and Commissioning
DEMO User Guide
Routine maintenance and service
Transportation and storage
Packaging and Inspection
After-sale service
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 Brief introduction........................................................................................... 1
1.2 Main usage and application range ............................................................... 2
1.3 Product certication ...................................................................................... 2
1.4 Application areas and frequency.................................................................. 3
1.5 Operating condition....................................................................................... 3
1.6 Safety and protective measures................................................................... 3
1.7 Main functions................................................................................................ 4
1.8 Technical parameters .................................................................................... 4
1.9 External dimension........................................................................................ 5
1.10 Weight ........................................................................................................... 5
2 Reader installation and commissioning ....................................6
2.1 Unboxing instruction..................................................................................... 6
2.2 Installation requirement ................................................................................ 6
2.3 Panel description ........................................................................................... 6
2.3.1 I/O and communication patch panel ..................................................................... 7
2.3.3 LED display panel .............................................................................................. 10
2.4 Commissioning preparation ........................................................................11
2.4.1 Personal computer............................................................................................... 11
2.4.2 Reader interface software ................................................................................... 11
2.4.3 External antenna ................................................................................................. 11
2.5 Safety during installation ............................................................................ 13
2.5.1 External RF cable................................................................................................ 13
2.6 Equipment installation................................................................................. 14
2.7 Common scenario during commissioning ............................................... 18
2.8 Inspection ..................................................................................................... 19
3 DEMO User Guide.......................................................................20
3.1 Preparation and examination...................................................................... 20
3.2 Demo software ............................................................................................. 20
3.2.1 Demo software installation ................................................................................. 20
3.3 Demo software operation............................................................................ 25
3.3.1 Demo initialization ............................................................................................. 25
3.3.2 Connection .......................................................................................................... 25
3.3.3 Reader conguration........................................................................................... 27
3.3.4 Antenna choice.................................................................................................... 28
3.3.5 Scanning conguration ....................................................................................... 29
3.3.6 Tag operation ...................................................................................................... 29
3.3.7 Tag operation ...................................................................................................... 30
3.3.8 GPIO ................................................................................................................... 31
3.3.9 Version Enquiry .................................................................................................. 32
4 Routine maintenance and service ............................................ 34
4.1 Routine maintenance................................................................................... 34
4.2 Troubleshooting and solution .................................................................... 34
5 Transportation and storage....................................................... 37
5.1 Transportation requirement ........................................................................ 37
5.2 Storage requirement ................................................................................... 37
6 Packaging and Inspection .........................................................46
6.1 Packaging ..................................................................................................... 46
6.2 Inspection ..................................................................................................... 46
7 After-sale service........................................................................47
1 Other matters................................................................................................... 47
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1 Product Overview
1 Product Overview
1.1 Brief introduction
XC-RF861 is a high performance UHF RFID reader. It is compatible with
ISO18000-6C/6B protocol, has operating frequency between 902.75MHz -
927.25MHz, excellent security and performance. The reader also has a sleek
design and is very easy to install.
Figure 1-1 XC-RF861 reader
XC-RF861 reader is compatible with the tag under ISO18000-6C/6B protocol
standards, capable of conducting wireless communication with the tag through
antenna, and perform reading and writing operation on tag ID code and memory
data.
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1 Product Overview
1.2 Main usage and application range
XC-RF861 has high accuracy, quick scanning speed, as well as long reading
distance. It can be used in multiple sectors, such as library management,
manufacturing and supply chain, digitalized warehouse management, retail and
asset management. It will increase the efciency of the supply chain signicantly
and lower the operating cost. This product meets FCC standards.
1.3 Product certication
FCC certication
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1 Product Overview
1.4 Application areas and frequency
North America’s frequency band (US)
902.75MHz ~ 927.25MHz
1.5 Operating condition
●Operating temperature:-20oC ~ +70oC (Operating temperature for power
adapter: 0oC ~ +40oC )
●Humidity range:5% ~ 95%RH,no condensation
●Power supply:Power adapter (Standard)
The technical standard of power adapter is as follows:
○Product code:1080200007
○AC input:100V ~ 240V,50Hz ~ 60Hz;
○DC output:24V/2.5A
○Operating temperature:0oC ~ +40oC
○Storage temperature:-20oC ~ +65oC
1.6 Safety and protective measures
When the product is in operation (radiated microwave power),
installation and commission personnel should stay 20cm away from
the antenna so as to meet the FCC maximum allowable frequency (RF)
requirement for human exposure!
Any radio transmitting equipment, including this equipment, may cause
interference with medical equipment that is not properly protected. If
there is any problem in this regard, please consult with the medical
equipment manufacturer. The operation of this equipment may also cause
interference with other electronic devices!
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1 Product Overview
1.7 Main functions
●EPC protocol:Supports EPC global UHF Class 1 Gen 2 protocol
●Supports external 4-channel antenna
● Support tag data lter
●GPIO: 2-channel optocoupler input, 2-channel optocoupler output, 2-channel
relay output
●Maintenance: Supports remote maintenance and upgrade Protection: Supports
overload protection (automatic power supply cutoff once current larger than
3A)
● Operating mode: Available in xed frequency and hopping frequency
●Network protocol: Supports SSH,TCP/IP
1.8 Technical parameters
●Air interface protocol:EPC global UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C/6B
●Operating frequency (North America frequency band): 902.75MHz ~
927.25MHz,frequency interval: 500KHz
●Largest RF output power:30dBm
●Reading distance 0 – 6m (subject to tag, antenna and operating environment)
●Power supply (Power adapter): DC 24±1.5V 2.5A
●Network connection communication rate: 10M/100M self-adapting
●RS232 serial port communication rate:115200bps
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1 Product Overview
1.9 External dimension
Figure 1-2 XC-RF861 reader
The size of XC-RF861 reader is:
●Metric 196mm x176mm x 38mm(Not inclusive of accessories)
●Imperial 7.71 in x 6.92 in x 1.50 in
1.10 Weight
The weight of XC-RF861 reader:
●Metric Approximately 1.0kg (Not inclusive of accessories)
●Imperial Approximately 2.20 lb
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2.1 Unboxing instruction
Aside from XC-RF861 reader, the package also includes the following items:
1. One 1.5m long RS-232 null modem cable
2. One 1.5m long Ethernet crossover cable
3. One 12-pin single roll plug
4. Cross recessed countersunk head screws M4×8_nickel-plated_GB819
5. Mounting bracket_XC-RF861-FRS
6. One power adapter with a three-prong power code
7. CD-ROM, product certication and product warranty (One each)
2.2 Installation requirement
Before the installation of XC-RF861 reader, please check thoroughly the items
in the package according to the list of items. Should there be any discrepancy or
damage, please contact the local supplier immediately for replacement. At the
same time, please check if the following items fulll the installation requirement:
●Compatible with the operating environment;
● Complete list of accessories that sufcient to fulll the required standard and
form a complete tag reading and writing environment.
2.3 Panel description
This section details the functions of various ports and LED indicator of the
equipment.
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2.3.1 I/O and communication patch panel
Figure 2-1 XC-RF861 reader’s I/O and communication patch panel
The description of each port:
●1 —DC 24V/2.5A power outlet
For 24V/2.5A power adapter
●2 —RS232 serial port
For the data exchange with PC or equipment, the pin number, signal name
and signal ow are indicated below, with the pin number is similar with the
number indicated on DB9 plug.
Table 2-1 Denition of DB9 Pin Signal
No. pin Signal denition
1 Pin-1 NC
2 Pin-2 RXD(Reader receives)
3 Pin-3 TXD(Reader transmit)
4 Pin-4 NC
5 Pin-5 GND
6 Pin-6 RS485_B
7 Pin-7 GND
8 Pin-8 RS485_A
9 Pin-9 NC
●3 —RJ45 network port
For communication with host PC, supports 10M/100Mbps self-adapting
●4-IO control panel
Figure2-2 IO control panel
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Table 2-2 Signal denition for each pin
Pin Signal denition Remark
1 Optocoupler input channel 2 Driving voltage:DC 5V ~ 12V
Driving current:20mA
2 Negative terminal or ground
3 Optocoupler input channel 1
4 Optocoupler input channel 4
High level:5V;Low level:0V5 Negative terminal or ground
6 Optocoupler output channel 3
7 Relay output channel 2-2
Contact voltage/current:30VDC/1000mA
125VAC/500mA
8 Relay output channel 2-1
9 Relay output channel 1-2
10 Relay output channel 1-1
11 Ground GND
12 Output +5V voltage 5V±0.2V 300mA
Figure 2-3 1-channel optocoupler input control
Figure 2-4 1-channel relay output
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(1)Connect DB9 RS232 serial port with PC serial port through RS232.
The connection to PC can also be extended with a maximum of 10m.
Figure 2-5 RS232 serial port connection
(2)Connect the attached power adapter (DC24V/2.5A output) to the
power outlet and tighten the screw.
(3)Network port is for long distance high speed connection (maximum
70m). Network port can be connected via network cable to a switch or
router, or directly to the PC network port, as shown in the gure below:
Figure 2-6 Network connection
RF connector panel
Figure 2-7 XC-RF861 reader RF connector panel
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The description for each port is as follows:
5-RF4 RF output port
6-RF3 RF output port
7-RF2 RF output port
8-RF1 RF output port
If the reader is not connected to an external antenna, it must be
connected to a 50 ohm load terminal. Purchase code: 1001300004
2.3.3 LED display panel
Figure 2-8 XC-RF861 reader display panel
The denition for each LED indicator is shown in gure 2-3:
Table 2-3 Denition of LED panel indicators
Label Name Status description
ANT1 Antenna 1 indicator
Green light indicates the selected internal antenna
port is working, red light indicates the antenna port
has received tag data
ANT2 Antenna 2 indicator
Green light indicates the selected internal antenna
port is working, red light indicates the antenna port
has received tag data
ANT3 Antenna 3 indicator
Green light indicates the selected internal antenna
port is working, red light indicates the antenna port
has received tag data
ANT4 Antenna 4 indicator
Green light indicates the selected internal antenna
port is working, red light indicates the antenna port
has received tag data
PWR Power/Operating status
indicator
During power on, green light indicates the reader
has power supply, blinking red light indicates the
system has completed initialization and enters into
normal operating condition
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2.4 Commissioning preparation
It is mentioned previously that a complete RFID data collection system is
consisted of reader, electronic tag, antenna, PC system, and reader interface
software. The detailed descriptions of the specic requirements for each
component are as follows:
2.4.1 Personal computer
●CPU:Pentium 4,Clock speed:2.8G and above
●Internal storage: 512M Byte and above
●Hard disk: 500G and above
●Communication port:9 pins RS-232,RJ-45 network port (10/100M)
●Operating system:Windows 2000(SP3), Windows Server 2003, Windows
XP(SP2), Windows 7, Windows 8
2.4.2 Reader interface software
●RFID reader universal presentation software
●.NET API ,VC and JAVA dynamic link library
For detailed description please refer to RFID reader universal API
technical reference manual and RFID reader universal presentation
software user manual
2.4.3 External antenna
We recommend Invengo’s XC-AF11-A and XC-AF12-A antenna, in which XC-
AF11-A is a linearly polarized antenna and XC-AF12-A is a circularly polarized
antenna
The performance indicators of XC-AF11-A are as follows:
●Frequency range:840MHz ~ 868MHz,902MHz ~ 928MHz
● Voltage Standing Wave Ratio:≤1.4:1
●Gain:>7.15dBi
●HPBW (H-plane):60°
●HPBW (E-plane):70°
●Polarization: Linear polarization
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●Relative humidity:5% ~ 95%RH
● Input impedance:50Ω
●Connector type:N-type RF coaxial connector
●Dimension:291mm×291mm×52mm
●Weight:0.91kg (Exclusive of bracket)
●Material:Plastic ASA, aluminum
●Color:White
●Protection:IP65
●Operating temperature:-40oC ~ + 70oC
The performance indicators of XC-AF12-A are as follows:
●Frequency range:840MHz ~ 930MHz
● Voltage Standing Wave Ratio:≤1.3:1
●Gain:>7.15dBi
●HPBW (H-plane):60°
●HPBW (E-plane):60°
●Polarization: Circular polarization
●Relative humidity:5% ~ 95%RH
● Input impedance:50Ω
●Connector type:N-type RF coaxial connector
●Dimension:291mm×291mm×52mm
●Weight:0.88kg (Exclusive of bracket)
●Material:Plastic ASA,aluminum
●Color:White
●Protection:IP65
●Operating temperature:-40oC ~ + 70oC
Other than these, we also provide more options for you by allowing XC-RF861
reader to work with your existing antenna, as long as the antenna fullls the
following requirements:
●Input impedance: 50Ω;
●Gain:7.15dBi
● Voltage Standing Wave Ratio:≤1.4:1
●Frequency range:802MHz ~ 928MHz;
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