Shearwell Data X6 SDL330 User manual

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Shearwell X6 Reader
SDL330
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected].uk
Website: www.shearwell.co.uk

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Contents
1 Getting started 2
-Introduction 2
-Power 2
-Safety 3
2 Installation 5
3 Labels 6
4 Specification 7
- Technical 7
- Environmental 7
5 Industry Standards 8
6 Support 9

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1 Getting Started
Introduction
The Shearwell X6 reader (SDL330) is a Radiofrequency Identification (RFID)
device. It is designed and manufactured by Shearwell Data Ltd, the market
leader for cattle and sheep tags in the United Kingdom.
The device is designed to read animal electronic identification (EID) tags in
compliance with the international standards ISO 11784 and ISO 11785, which
regulates the RFID of animals.
The Shearwell X6 reader is intended to be used alongside an external device,
which will supply the reader with power and record the EID tag data. Shearwell
Data Ltd recommends using the SDL330 with a Nautiz X6 rugged mobile, which
is designed and manufactured by the Handheld Group.
Power
The Shearwell X6 reader is powered directly by the Handheld Nautiz X6 device
(purchasable separately from Shearwell Data Ltd).
The reader may only be used while the Handheld X6 has charge in its batteries.
NOTE –The Handheld Nautiz X6 device must be purchased
separately and is available as an optional add-on from
Shearwell Data Limited. It is possible to request the
preassembly of all components.

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Safety Notice
→The user should never operate the device in proximity (less than 20cm)
to the head/torso
→Point the reader away from the body when using.
→Do not allow the reader to be submerged in water.
→Store the reader in a dry place.
→If needed, the reader may be cleaned using a damp cloth.
→There are no serviceable parts inside the Shearwell X6 reader.
oDo not attempt to repair or replace any part of the reader.
→Do not remove the protective cover except to install/remove the SDL330
reader from a Handheld X6 device.
→This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy,
and if not installed and used in accordance with this instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Shearwell Data Ltd is not responsible for any damage caused by the user’s
failure to adhere to the safety rules listed above.
CAUTION - The equipment has been designed, constructed,
and tested for compliance with FCC Rules that regulate
intentional and unintentional radiators.
The user is not permitted to make any modifications to this
equipment or use it in any manner inconsistent with the methods described
in this User Manual without express approval from Shearwell Data Ltd.
Doing so will void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION - 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.

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CAUTION - Under Industry Canada regulations, the SDL330’s
radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type
and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by
Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to
other users, the antenna type and its gain has been chosen so that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (E.I.R.P.) is not more than that
necessary for successful communication.
The internal antenna in the SDL330 device has been approved by Industry
Canada to work within these limits.
CAUTION - 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.
ATTENTION - L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence
contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada
applicables auxappareils 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 brouillageest susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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2 Installation
The Shearwell X6 reader is designed to be affixed to a Handheld Nautiz X6, via
two screws located either side of the connection pins on the lower part of the
casing. The casing must be opened in order to access these screws.
1. Locate and remove the six 2.2x5 pan
head screws in the protective casing
of the reader (6). Carefully separate
the two parts, taking care not to
dislodge the screws from the casing,
as these are not fixed.
2. The circuit board should now be
visible. There are two M2x6 screws
(8) and two M1.6x12 screws (7) that
are fixed directly through the board;
these should be loosened slightly to
allow ease of installation.
3. Align these four screws, along with
the gold pins on the bottom of the
reader, with the port and screw
threads on the back of the Handheld X6 device.
4. Screw the reader onto the back of the Handheld X6 device, taking care
not to overtighten the screws as this can damage the circuit board.
Make sure that the screwdriver does not slip and impact with the board.
5. Carefully replace the top cover of the reader, refixing with the six
M2.2x5 pan head screws.
The Shearwell X6 reader is now installed on the Handheld Nautiz X6 device. It
is designed to work seamlessly with the Stock Recorder App.
CAUTION - To attach the Shearwell X6 Reader, please follow
these instructions carefully. Failure to do so could result in
irreparable damage to the circuitry.
Shearwell Data Limited is not responsible for any damages
caused by the user during installation.

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3 Labels
The following symbols are displayed on the device labels and have also been
placed in this User Manual for reference and description.
Symbol
Title
Description
CE Mark
The SDL330 complies with the relevant EU
Legislation for a handheld RFID device
United Kingdom
Conformity Mark
Replaces the CE mark as of 1 January 2021
for goods on the market in Great Britain
Northern Ireland
Conformity Mark
Shows Conformity with the CE mark if the
assessment body is located within the UK
Regulatory Compliance
Mark
Represents compliance with the Electrical
Equipment Safety System (AUS&NZ)
Serial Number
Indicates the Manufacturer’s serial number,
unique to every SDL330 device
Model Number
SDL330
New Zealand Compliance
The SDL330 complies with the relevant
electrical equipment safety standards (NZ)
Keep Dry
The SDL330 must be kept dry and should not
be used in wet weather conditions
Product Name: SDL330
FCC ID: YVSSDL330
FCC FRN: 0019632611
According with 47 CFR 15.19 (a) (5):
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.
North America Compliance
EU Compliance

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4 Specification
Technical Specification
Frequency
134.2 kHz
Transponder Types
HDX and FDX compliant according to ISO11784/11785
Reading Range
•50 mm Ferrite Antenna (typical values)
o80 mm HDX transponders
o60 mm FDX-B transponders
Antenna
•Antenna length: 50mm
•Type of ferrite: ROD8/150-4B1
•Number of coil turns: 35
•Coil diameter: 8mm
•Wire: 175/0.04mm Silk covered litz wire
Interfaces
UART at 3.3V/5V level
Power Supply
•5V Linear/Stabilized/regulated/Filtered
•From the X6
Power
Consumption
•RF Activated: 1.5W Max.
•RF not activated: 0.3W Max.
Environmental Specification
Housing Material
PC Tarolon 2500 W X0
Dimensions
83mm x 83mm x 26mm
Operating
Temperature
0°C to 40°C
Storage
Temperature
-20°C to 50°C
Mounting
Mounted with 2 screws to the back of HandHeld Nautiz X6

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5 Industry Standards
International
The SDL330 has full product certification from the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC).
Furthermore, the SDL330 complies with IEC 62638-1:2018 CB, a product safety standard
that classifies energy sources and prescribes safeguards against those sources.
Further safety testing confirmed compliance with EN 50364:2010, which concerns limitation
of human exposure to electromagnetic fields from RFID devices.
United States
The SDL330 has full product certification from the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC).
The SDL330 operates at a frequency of 134.2kHz and complies with FCC rules CFR47:2022
part 15C, for the Emission Requirements of an Intentional Radiator.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Canada
The SDL330 complies with ISED RSS-210 Issue 10, which covers the ISED requirements for
Low-power License-Exempt Radio Communication Devices.
The SDL330 also complies with RSS-GEN Issue 5, covering the general ISED requirements for
the Compliance of Radio Apparatus.
Australia & New Zealand
The SDL330 has received the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) from the Australian
Communications Media Authority (ACMA).
The compliance mark also covers New Zealand as the frequency band of 134.2kHz is
harmonised across both countries.
Europe
The SDL330 has received full Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing.
The product complies with the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) EN
301 489-1 V2.2.3 (2019-11). This is the harmonised standard for electromagnetic
compatibility.
The SDL330 also complies with EN 300 330-1 V2.1.1 (2016-11), which covers EMC for Short
Range Devices (SRD) broadcasting in the frequency range of 9kHz to 25MHz.

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6 Support
Contacting Shearwell Data Limited
If you would like further information or assistance than what is given in this
manual, then you can contact Shearwell Data Limited in the following ways:
Phone: [phone] Address:
Shearwell Data Ltd.
Fax: [phone] Putham
Wheddon Cross
Email: [e-mail] Minehead
Somerset
TA24 7AS
Support lines are open:
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Website: www.shearwell.co.uk