sammi SmarTerminal SmartNL-RF2000 User manual

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September (Ver. 1.1)
SmartNL-RF2000 User Guide

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FCC Information to User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) the device may not cause interference, and
(2) the device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of this device.

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Safety message
Notices for the Safety’ should be complied by the users to use the product safely and
correctly and prevent the occurrence of any accident or danger.
1. Supply the power according to the condition described in the product rated power specification.
It may cause the electric shock, fire, malfunction, product damage or deterioration.
2. At first power input, you should check the input power.
It may cause the fire or product damage.
3. When applying the power, you should confirm the completion of checking
If not, it may cause the fire or product damage.
4. Do not keep the product in the place with high humidity or possible hazard to submersion.
It may cause the destruction of insulation or deterioration of product function.
5. At first power input, you should check the input power.
It may cause the fire or product damage.
6. Do not put the product in the fire or boil or disassemble it.
It may cause the fire or explosion.
7. Connect the external signal cable or power cable correctly.
If not, it may cause the fire or product damage.
8. After installation, remove foreign materials (work tools, electric cables, bolt).
It may cause the fire, failure or malfunction.
9. Do not carry out the wiring work while applying the electric current.
It may cause the injury or product damage.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury

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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor injury or product damage.
1. Do not carry it with overloading.
It may cause the injury or product damage.
2. Nobody is permitted to install, operate or maintain the product except the expert.
It may cause the injury or malfunction.
3. Do not use any external power sources for the SmartNL-RF2000 other than those specified
by Sammi information systems. Use ofAC adapters or DC/DC converters not approved for
use with the SmartNL-RF2000 may result in permanent damage to the RF-Reader.
4. Do not touch the conductor, terminal connection section while applying an electric current.
It may cause serious injury or death by the electric shock.
5. Do not bend of antenna cable.
It may cause the reduction of read range of Tag
6. Change or modifications not expressly approved the manufacturer can void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
7. This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
8. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65. This equipment must be installed and operated with at least
20cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).

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Table of contents
Overview........................................................... ............................................ 7
1. Checking points when unpacking............................................................... 7
2. Check the contents of the carton box: ....................................................... 7
3. Specification with feature............................................................................8
4. Physical Connections................................................................................. 9
4-1. LED Indicators.................................................................................... 10
4-2. Ports................................................................................................... 10
4-2-1. Power Ports Assignments……………………………………………11
4-2-2. LAN Ports Assignments………………………………………………11
4-2-3. Data Ports Assignments…………………………………………… ..12
4-2-4. GPIO Interface Specifications………………………………………..12
4-2-5. Data Port Pin Assignments…………………………………………...12
4-3. Reader Physical size………………………………………………………..13
5. Installing the SmartNL-RF2000………………………………………………….14
6. Antenna Specification…………………………………………………………….15
6-1. Macra200 Specification ……………………………………………………..15
6-2. Mechanical dimensions .……………………………………………………15
6-3. How to install the antenna ………………………………………………….15
7. Trouble shooting …………………………………………………………………16
8. Firmware upgrade ……………………………………………………………… 17
9. DHCP Setting …………………………………………………………………….18
10. Manufacturer Information ………………………………………………………20

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Overview
This manual is prepared for users to understand the hardware specifications of SmartNL-RF2000
Reader, maintenance and inspections of the system, and trouble shooting required when you
use it.
NL-RF2000 is a Fixed Type 900MHz RFID Reader, enables user to use RS232 or Ethernet
Interface for efficient and convenient use. It is suitable for various applications such as Logistic,
Asset tracking, Stock management, Parking lot management, Healthcare, Security,
Transportation and bank system.
User can use up to 4 antennas per one reader, perfect for wide range reading application than
longer distance reading application.
1. Checking points when unpacking
1. Please check if the product is broken, transformed or damaged.
2. Please check the types or quantity of the product and setting accessories to check
If there are some missing parts. or not.
2. Check the contents of the carton box:
No. Item Quantity Length Remark
1 Power Cable 1pcs 5ft IP65 Cable(Option)
2 Ethernet Cable 1pcs 15ft IP65 Cable(Option)
3 GPIO(with RS-232) Cable 1pcs 15ft IP65 Cable(Option)
4 Antenna Cable 50ft IP65 Cable/max 4pcs(Option)
5 Antenna with Bracket - Max 4pcs (Option)
6 Cigar jack Adapter Option
7 DC/DC Adapter Option
8 AC/DC Adapter Option
AC Adapter Data Cable LAN Cable Antenna Cable

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3. Specification with feature
1. Performance Characteristics
Supported Protocols
Operating Frequency
Hopping Channels
Channel Spacing
Channel Dwell Time
Modulation
Communication Interface
GPIO Support
LED Indicators
Power Consumption
RF Output Power
Antenna Interface
Electrical Power
Operating Temperature
Software Support
Compliance Certifications
ISO 18000-6 Type-C, EPC Class 1Gen.2
902.75 MHz ~ 927.25 MHz
50
500KHz
< 0.4 seconds
Phase Reversal-Amplitude Shift Keying (PR-ASK)
RS-232 & GPIO (Circular, TCP/IP (RJ45)
4-Input / 7-Output
ANT1~4, Network, Data, Error, Power
Active Current <2.3A
< 1W (30 dBm)
4-Ports
5V DC Only
-20 ~ +50 ℃
Reader Manager (API)
-
2. Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (LxWxT)
Weight 8.8” x 7.559” x 2.677” 3.462 lb
3. ISO 18000-6 Type-C (EPC Gen.2) Characteristics
Modulation
Encoding method
DATA rate
Modulation Depth
PR-ASK
PIE (TX), Miller (RX)
300 kbps
90% ~100 %

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4. Physical Connections
Mounting Hall(M4 Size)
LED Indicators
Power Port: Using DC5V/5A adapter to
supply powerto RFID reader.
Data Port: To connect to PC or other device for
data transmission orsoftwareupgrade.
LAN Port: To connect to PC or other device for data transmission or
softwareupgrade.
Antenna Port: Connecting antenna up to 4 using cable.

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4-1. LED Indicators
LED Description
ANT1 ON: Antenna1 Connected / OFF: Not Connected.
ANT2 ON: Antenna2 Connected / OFF: Not Connected.
ANT3 ON: Antenna3 Connected / OFF: Not Connected.
ANT4 ON: Antenna4 Connected / OFF: Not Connected.
NETWORK ON: Network connected between Reader and HOST PC / OFF : Not Connected
DATA Blinking: Successful tag read/ OFF: Not working
ERROR ON:Errorcondition / OFF:Normal
POWER ON:TurnOn / OFF:TurnOff
4-2. Ports
Port Description
Power Connect the SmarTerminal approved power supply.
LAN
Insert a standard RJ45 Ethernet cable for connection to an Ethernet network. Insert a cross-
connect Ethernet cable for connection to a local PC
Data
Data port have RS-232 and GPIO
RS232 Connection to a local PC
GPIO connection to an external device.
Antenna
Support up to 4 antenna / Connector type is TNC.
If you use an antenna switching at the same time, andActs as a sequential

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4-2-1. Power Ports Assignments
Pin NO. POWER PORT Operating Ratings Option
1 VDC-
DC 5V(3A)
2 VDC+
3 GND
4-2-2. LAN Ports Assignments
Pin NO. RJ45 Cable Pin No.
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
7 7

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4-2-3. Data Ports Assignments
4-2-4. GPIO Interface Specifications
Interface DC Voltage Maximum Current
Input 5V – 24VDC -
Output 5V – 24VDC Single Output 500mA
4-2-5. Data Port Pin Assignments
Pin NO. Description Pin No. Description
1 Common+ 10 GPIO Input 4
2 Common- 11 GPIO Output 5
3 GPIO Output 1 12 GPIO Output 6
4 GPIO Input 1 13 GPIO Output 7
5 GPIO Output 2 14 Ground
6 GPIO Input 2 15 TXD
7 GPIO Output 3 16 RXD
8 GPIO Input 3 17
9 GPIO Output 4 - -

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4-3. Reader Physical size

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5. Installing the SmartNL-RF2000
This section explains how to choose a mounting location for the SmartNL-RF2000
1) Choosing a Mounting Location
You can mount the SmartNL-RF2000 to a wall or a beam using the mounting holes
2) Connecting Cables
2-1) Connect LAN cable to main body LAN port for Ethernet communication.
Connect data cable for serial communication checking with right direction
of the connecter.
Connect adapter with power supply code then connect adapter jack to main body.
2-2) Connecting External Antenna Cable (optional)
If the SmartNL-RF2000 was purchased with external antenna
connector option, screw the connector of the antenna cable.
Antenna cable on the appropriate antenna attachment of the case.
Hand tighten the connector (do not use vice grips for this job).
When tying the coaxial cable, make sure no water can get into it and/or into the
equipment it is attached to.
Note: do not bend the cable straight: you should keep a radius of curvature allowing the
cable to bend without applying force.
Mounting Hall
Ex) Push Pull type connector

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6. Antenna Specification.
6-1 Macro200 Specification.
6-1-1 Electrical Specifications.
NO. Parameters Spec. Unit Remark
1 Frequency 919 MHz
2 VSWR 1.3 : 1 max. Ratio
3 Impedance 50 Ohms
4 Typical Gain 5.3 dBiL
5 Polarization RHCP
6 Beam Width 70 typical Deg.
6-1-2. Mechanical Dimensions.

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6-2. Macro250 Specification
6-2-1 Scope
This specification covers the characteristics of the ceramic patch antenna
element for the ISM band
6-2-2 Composition and Materials.
1. Substrate : Air & Insulator
2. Electrode Plating : Copper & Aluninum
3. Terminal pin : Heat-resisting ABS
6-2-3 Mechanical Dimensions.
☞ unit: mm
NO. Parameters Spec. Typical value Unit Remark
1 Frequency 919 MHz
2 Band Width @ - 10 dB R.L. 60 min. 80 MHz
3 VSWR 2.0 : 1 max. 1.1:1 Ratio
4 Impedance 50 Ohms
5 Gain @ Zenith 5.0~6.0 dBiL
6 Axial Ratio 3.0 1.5~2.0 dB
7 Polarization RHCP

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6-3. How to install the antenna
When installing it on the metal materials which may cause the reduction of read range of Tag.
It is recommended to avoid the metal material (SUS material) for bracket which is needed for the
clearance.
1. Review the locations where the Reader products are placed.
Ensure that you have carefully considered the safe distances for product placement for
workers and any other personnel that may get in the RF path.
If the Antenna was purchased with bracket option, which the bracket you can locate your
antenna to a better or higher position to receive or transmit signals.
2. Mount the antenna that use antenna bracket that it is recommended to use Washers
beneath nuts to increase adhesion.
3. Attach the antenna to one of the four antenna ports on the back of the Reader.
Note
1. Avoid metal material the front side of antenna in 2M due to cause of low performance.
2. Antenna cable per each port should be not tangled and tied up.
7. Trouble shooting
Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action
Reader is not reading tags. The tag is out of its read
range.
1. Ensure antenna is properly connected.
2. Ensure reader is connected to your
computer.
3. Ensure computer is plugged into AC outlet
and computer is On.
4. Ensure tag is within range of antenna.
Reader error LED stays lit on 1.Block read fail
2.Block write fail
3.Abnormal
disconnected
between RF-Reader
and HOST PC
1. Turn LED lights off when receive new
command.
Cannot connect to the reader. IP address mismatched 1.set the proper IP address

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8. Firmware upgrade
1) Please choose model no. you want to use
2) Please click the search button
3) Please choose the item you want to upgrade
4) Please click the select file button

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5) Please open the firmware file.
6) Please click the upgrade button
※Please firmware upgrades to all in the same way no.3~6