SICK RFU610-10601 User manual

Quick‐
start
Q U I C K S T A R T e n
1 About this document
The purpose of this Quickstart is to allow you to commission the RFU610-106xx
RFID read/write device (UHF) quickly and easily and to achieve initial read results
with transponders.
The Quickstart is valid for the regional variants listed in the “Device overview” sec‐
tion: see Device overview, page 6.
The Quickstart describes the commissioning process for an application with an
RFU610-106xx in an ambient temperature range of 0 °C to +50 °C.
Device variant RFU610-10600 (Ethernet variant, regional assignment: Europe) is
used as the basis for the examples given, based on its default. The optional
GL6 photoelectric sensor (1059241) is used as an example for the industrial-
standard read-cycle triggering of the RFU610-106xx. The photoelectric sensor can
be connected with the RFU610-106xx as a trigger sensor. Additional trigger sen‐
sors can be found at www.sick.com.
All rights reserved. Subject to change without notice.
2 Safety information
•This chapter is dedicated to the safety of commissioning personnel and the
operator of the system in which the device is integrated.
•Read this Quickstart carefully before commissioning the device in order to
familiarize yourself with the device and its functions. The Quickstart is con‐
sidered a part of the device and must be kept in an accessible location in
the immediate vicinity of the device at all times!
•For country-specific particulars to consider when operating the device, see
Operational restrictions, page 6.
WARNING
Health hazard as a result of high-frequency electromagnetic radiation!
The RFU610-10600 (region: Europe) is designed for operation in accordance
with ETSI EN 302208. During operation, the human exposure regulations cov‐
ered by EN 50364 must be observed.
•Limit human exposure to electromagnetic fields. Suitable safety dis‐
tances must be maintained during both short-term and long-term work
in the radiation range of the integrated antenna. Minimum distances to
be maintained between the antenna and the human body during long-
term transmission: 10 cm and maximum radiation power of the antenna
of 100 mW (20 dBm) as per ETSI.
The RFU610-10601 (region: USA/Canada/Mexico) satisfies the limit values of
the FCC for exposure to radiation in an uncontrolled environment.
•During operation, a safety distance of at least 20 cm must be main‐
tained between the antenna and the human body.
•To comply with the IP67 enclosure rating in operation, the following require‐
ments must be met. If these requirements are not met, the device does not
fulfill any specified IP enclosure rating.
°The side cover of the USB female connector and the microSD memory
card slot must be screwed tight to the device.
°The SICK cables plugged into the M12 and M8 connections must be
screwed tight.
°Any electrical connections that are not being used must be fitted with
protective caps or plugs that are screwed tight (as in the delivery condi‐
tion).
°Only operate the device without a cover for a short period while insert‐
ing or removing the memory card or temporarily using the USB inter‐
face. During this time, protect the device against moisture and dust.
•The type label on the lower side of the device contains a pressure equalizing
membrane. If damaged, water and dust leaks could occur.
•Opening the screws of the device housing will invalidate any warranty claims
against SICK AG. For further warranty provisions, see the General Terms and
Conditions of SICK AG, e.g., on the delivery note of the device.
NOTE
SICK uses standard IP technology in its products. The emphasis is
placed on availability of products and services.
SICK always assumes the following prerequisites:
•The customer ensures the integrity and confidentiality of the data
and rights affected by its own use of the aforementioned products.
•In all cases, the customer implements the appropriate security
measures, such as network separation, firewalls, virus protection,
and patch management.
2.1 Intended use
The RFU610-106xx is an intelligent UHF read/write device from the RFU61x prod‐
uct family. The device is used for the automated, fixed identification of passive,
wireless-based data cards (transponders) on moving or stationary objects and
their management.
As a compact read/write device, the RFU610-106xx has an internal antenna that
is integrated into the housing. The device processes all standard passive
transponders in accordance with ISO/IEC 18000-63 and EPCglobal UHF C1G2 in
the regional UHF carrier frequency range. Thanks to its intelligent process logic,
the device can be used either as a stand-alone solution or as part of a group in a
network. The device sends the read results to a higher-level computer for further
processing via its host interface. The device also receives commands for data
card management (write, read, etc.) via this interface.
3 Device description
3.1 Device view
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Figure 1: Dimensional drawing of the RFU610-106xx (all variants), unit: mm
(inch), decimal separator: period
1Port 1: Power (male connector, M12, 4-pin, A-coded)
2Port 3: Trigger (female connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded)
3Port 2: PoE (female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded)
4Slot for microSD memory card
5“USB” connection (female connector, 5-pin, type Micro-B) interface for
temporary use (service)
6Side type label
7Cover with integrated antenna
84 x multi-colored LED (status)
94 x RGB LED (process feedback)
ß2 x M5 blind tapped holes, 6 mm deep for attaching the mounting
straps
à2 x M5 blind tapped holes, 7 mm deep for mounting the device
áType label with integrated pressure compensation membrane
â2 x screw (M2,5 socket screw), captive, for side cover
3.2 Status displays
microSD
RF
Ready
Link/Act
Status displays
Advertisement LED Color Status
Ready Lights up Green Device ready
Lights up Red Hardware error
Flashing Green Flashing cyclically 4 x red, 1 x green in PROFINET
operation (single port): Trying to establish a con‐
nection to a PLC (IO controller) or loss of connec‐
tion during operation
Flashing Red
RF Lights up Green UHF field activated
Lights up Red Internal antenna fault / HF part
Link/Act Lights up Green Data traffic via Ethernet
microSD Lights up Green MicroSD memory card inserted and ready for
operation. In this state, the device can either
read data from the card or write data to the card.
If the LED lights up, however, this does not indi‐
cate that the device is accessing the card!
Lights up Red MicroSD memory card inserted; however, it can‐
not be read or is defective
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Lights up Yellow Over SOPAS ET A function is started manually,
which requires a memory card; however, the
microSD memory card is not ready for operation
(e.g., not plugged in, contacts contaminated, or
without free storage space for writing).
3.3 microSD memory card (optional accessory)
The device can execute the following functions on the plug-in memory card:
•Automated, additional storage of the internal parameter set to an external
storage medium (cloning function), if available. This is done in the framework
of the recommended safety concept for the device parameter sets. The func‐
tion is triggered by saving the internal parameter set with the “permanent”
option. The function is used,among other things, to conveniently transfer the
parameter set to an replacement device of the same type in the event of an
fault.
•Continuous recording of diagnostic read data after the first manual start,
e.g., via SOPAS ET. Recording is resumed after a device restart when the
function is set permanently.
The first time a parameter set is stored, we recommend that an empty memory
card is used (if necessary, check and delete the contents of the card on the PC
using a card reader).
The memory card is not included with delivery.
Only use types approved by SICK to ensure reliable function of the memory card,
see www.sick.com/RFU61x. The memory card has no write protection that can be
activated.
Inserting the memory card
The card slot can be accessed on the device behind the plastic foil, see Device
description, page 1.
Maintaining enclosure rating IP67: see Safety information, page 1.
1. Switch off the supply voltage to the device.
2. Loosen both screws on the cover.
3. Carefully fold up the cover.
4. Making sure it is in the correct position (with the contacts pointing to the
front and down – see the symbol on the device), insert the memory card into
the card slot until it locks into place.
5. Screw the cover back on.
6. Switch the supply voltage for the device back on.
7. Once it is switched on, the device automatically detects the presence of a
memory card and, depending on the card’s content, behaves as follows:
°If the card is empty or if it contains a parameter set that cannot be
interpreted by the device, the device saves its currently valid internal
parameter set to the card (provided there is sufficient storage space)
and starts with the internal parameter set.
°If the card contains a parameter set that can be interpreted by the
device, the device overwrites the currently valid internal parameter set
with this external parameter set.
The goal is for the internal parameter set and the parameter set saved
externally to always be identical.
NOTE
Possible data loss or irreparable damage to the memory card!
The device does not signal access to the card.
•Only use memory card when the device power is off.
•Do not remove the memory card or switch off the supply voltage while
the SOPAS ET configuration software is making changes to the parame‐
ter values with the “permanent” option or starting functions in the
device that access the memory card (e.g., logging data).
•To remove the memory card safely during operation, select the Remove
card function under Analysis Tools/MicroSD memory card and wait for
SOPAS ETto provide confirmation.
4 Mounting
4.1 Scope of delivery
•Device in the version ordered. Electrical connections fitted with protective
caps or plugs. Without connecting cables. Without brackets.
•Regional printed Quickstarts: see Device overview, page 6. Other lan‐
guage versions may be available in PDF format on the RFU610-106xx prod‐
uct page online at: www.sick.com/RFU61x.
4.2 Auxiliary equipment required
•2 x M5 screws for mounting the device on a mounting device (bracket) sup‐
plied by the customer. Screw length is dependent on the mounting base (wall
thickness of the bracket).
•When using an optional SICK bracket, the screws for mounting the device on
the bracket are included in the scope of delivery of the bracket.
4.3 Installation requirements
•The permissible ambient conditions for operating the device must be
observed, e.g., assigned region, ambient temperature, ground potential: see
Technical data (excerpt), page 5 and see Electrical installation,
page 2.
•The device must be mounted using the 2 M5 blind tapped holes provided,
see Device description, page 1.
•Stable mounting equipment with sufficient load-bearing capacity and appro‐
priate dimensions for the device. Weight approx. 313 g (without cables), see
Device description, page 1.
•No electrically conductive material between transponder and device.
4.4 Mounting the device
1. Select a suitable mounting location for the device. The mounting location
and position depend on the antenna field of the device and the transpon‐
ders used.
2. Perform one of the following steps:
°Mount the device on the bracket provided by the customer using the
2 screws. Screw the M5 screws no more than 7 mm deep into the blind
tapped holes, see Device description, page 1.
°Mount the device on the SICK mounting accessories ordered sepa‐
rately.
3. Align the surface of the internal antenna of the device (front face) to the
data card on the object. While doing so, take into account the shape, align‐
ment, and dimensions of the antenna fields. Avoid as far as possible any
large metal surfaces positioned to the front. If this is not possible, do not
mount the antenna plane parallel with the surface.
Figure 2: Selection of the approach angle with a large metal surface on the
front. e.g., 10°
1Metal surface
4. Ensure there is no electrically conductive material (e.g., metal or liquids) or
persons between the device and the transponder during the write or read
process. This will absorb or reflect the generated UHF field and thereby
reduce the sensing range.
Sensing range of the reading and writing field
The UHF field of the internal antenna is influenced by its environment, making it
impossible to provide a “clear” demarcation of the sensing range. Application-spe‐
cific reflections can result in both overreaches and “holes”. In addition to the read
results, the RFU device can also output diagnostic data that provide an indication
of the write and read quality. This data can be used to achieve optimum read
results when setting up the system.
The quality of the transponder and the material of the object also determine the
sensing range. The quality of the transponder is determined by the antenna gain,
the integrated transponder chip and the related sensitivity, and the reflected
energy.
The radiation pattern shown here for the internal antenna of the device was
obtained in a reproducible environment (absorber chamber) for illustrative pur‐
poses. It may therefore only have limited applicability to your specific application.
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Figure 3: Measured antenna gain in dBic at 866.5 MHz, LHCP (left-hand circularly
polarized)
1Azimuth plane (horizontal)
2Elevation plane (vertical)
5 Electrical installation
•The electrical installation must only be performed by electrically qualified persons.
•Standard safety requirements must be observed when working on electrical systems!
•Only connect and disconnect electrical connections for the device when the
power is off. Otherwise, there is a risk of damaging the devices.
•When using connecting or extension cables with an open end, make sure
that bare wire ends are not touching (risk of short-circuit when the supply
voltage is switched on). Wires must be appropriately insulated from each
other.
•Wire cross-sections in the supply cable from the user’s power system must
be designed in accordance with the applicable national standards.
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•Connect the device to the permissible supply voltage only, see Technical
data (excerpt), page 5.
•Protect the device with a separate fuse of 0.8 A (slow blowing) at the start of
the supply circuit.
•All circuits connected to the device must be designed as ES1 circuits. The
voltage supply or power supply unit must satisfy ES1 requirements in accor‐
dance with the currently applicable EN 62368-1.
WARNING
Risk of injury and damage caused by electrical current!
The device is designed for operation in a system with proficient ground‐
ing of all connected devices and mounting surfaces to the same ground
potential. Due to equipotential bonding currents between the device and
other grounded devices in the system, incorrect grounding of the
device can charge the metal housing to a dangerous voltage, cause mal‐
function and destruction of devices as well as damage to the cable
shielding through heating, and thus cause cable fires.
•Ensure that the ground potential is the same at all grounding
points.
•If the cable insulation is damaged, disconnect the voltage supply
immediately and have the damage repaired.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the device due to possible short-circuit!
The supply voltage input for the device is designed with internal circuit
protection to provide reverse polarity protection. The internal functional
earth, which also corresponds to the negative pole of the supply voltage
for the device, is connected directly to the metal housing of the device
due to reasons relating to high frequency.
If the supply voltage is polarity-reversed, this will not cause any damage
provided that the following conditions are met for the device:
The device is not connected in an electrically conductive manner, either
via other cables or via its housing, to other peripheral devices which use
the same reference potential.
5.1 Connecting the device electrically
NOTE
The USB interface of the device is used in industrial environments only as a
service interface for temporary use (e.g. for configuration, troubleshooting).
Permanent use in real operation of the system as a host interface is not
intended.
Voltage supply
There are two ways to supply the device with voltage, as follows:
1. Power and Ethernet: DC 18 V ... 30 V
°Port 1: Power (24 V)
°Port 2: Ethernet
2. Power over Ethernet (PoE): DC 48 V / 57 V As per PoE technology
°Port 1: Not assigned
°Port 2: PoE
NOTE
The voltage supply via a power supply unit must be capable of bridging a
brief power failure of 20 ms.
It is possible to connect both variants at the same time; however, it is recom‐
mended to select just one variant.
Connecting connection variants at the same time
Initial situation Adjustment Effect
Voltage supply power via port
1
PoE via port 2 also con‐
nected.
No effect on the device sta‐
tus.
Voltage supply PoE via port 2 Power via port 1 also con‐
nected.
No effect on the device sta‐
tus.
Voltage supply with immedi‐
ate effect via power via port 1
(dominant).
Voltage supply power via port
1 (dominant) and PoE via port
2
Power via port 1 connection
is isolated.
Device restarts.
Voltage supply with immedi‐
ate effect via PoE via port 2.
After successful initialization, the Ready LED illuminates green.
Trigger
Read and write commands for the device can be started and ended using a trig‐
ger sensor. Trigger sensors can be connected directly to the device (port 3). The
permanently active supply voltage is received by the trigger sensor from the
device. Cover the male connectors with protective caps or male connectors when
port 3 is not in use. For additional information, see Technical data (excerpt),
page 5.
Port 3: Trigger
Figure 4: Female connector, 4-pin, A-coded
Pin assignment of the “Trigger” connection
Pin Signal Function
1 VTrigger Trigger supply voltage
Pin Signal Function
2 NC NC
3 GND Ground
4 Sensor 1 Digital input
5.1.1 RFU610-106xx: Power and Ethernet
Configuration
Diagnostics
Transponder
access
Reading result
SOPAS ETSOPAS ET
PC
EthernetEthernet
RFU610-106xx
"Ethernet" (Host/Aux1)
Cable 6
Cable 4
Cable 5
3
Trigger
sensor
1
"Power"
“USB“ 7
(Aux 2)
2
Figure 5: Commissioning: Electrical connection block diagram of the
RFU610-106xx
1Trigger sensor (read cycle)
2Supply voltage VS
3Configuration, diagnosis, transponder access or display of read
results
4Power adapter cable (female connector, M12, 4-pin, A-coded/open
ends)
5Ethernet adapter cable (male connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded/male
connector, RJ-45, 8-pin)
6Trigger adapter cable (male connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded/female
connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded)
7Adapter cable (male connector, 5-pin, USB, Micro-B type/male con‐
nector, 4-pin, USB, type A)
1. Connect port 1 directly to a supply voltage via a power adapter cable (e.g.,
2095607).
2. Connect port 2 directly to a PC via an Ethernet adapter cable (e.g.,
6049728).
3. Connect the trigger sensor (e.g., GL6 (1059241)) directly to port 3 of the
device via a trigger adapter cable (e.g., 2096347).
Port 1: Power
Figure 6: Male connector, M12, 4-pin, A-coded
Pin assignment of the “Power” connection (M12)
Pin Signal Function
1 VSSupply voltage
2 NC NC
3 GND Ground
4 NC NC
Port 2: Ethernet
Figure 7: Female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded
Pin assignment of the “Ethernet” connection
Pin Signal Function
1 TD+ Sender+
2 TD- Sender-
3 RD+ Receiver+
4 RD- Receiver-
5 PoE- Supply voltage-
6 PoE- Supply voltage-
7 PoE+ Supply voltage+
8 PoE+ Supply voltage+
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5.1.2 RFU610-106xx: Power over Ethernet (PoE)
RFU610-106xx (PoE connection)
Configuration
Diagnostics
Transponder
access
Reading result
4
SOPAS ETSOPAS ET
PC
"Ethernet (AUX 1)"
EthernetEthernet
EthernetEthernet PoE Switch
(Endspan)
...
DC 48 V/57 V
PSE**)
PD*)
*) PD = Powered Devices 2**) PSE = Power Sourcing Equipment 3
"Ethernet"
Cable 5
"Ethernet (Host/Aux1)/Power"
Trigger
sensor
1
“USB“ 7
(Aux 2)
RFU610-106xx
Cable 6
Figure 8: Commissioning: Electrical connection block diagram of the
RFU610-106xx
1Trigger sensor (read cycle)
2PD = Energy consumer
3PSE = Energy source
4Configuration, diagnosis, transponder access or display of read
results
5PoE adapter cable (male connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded/male con‐
nector, RJ-45, 8-pin)
6Trigger adapter cable (male connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded/female
connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded)
7Adapter cable (male connector, 5-pin, USB, Micro-B type/male con‐
nector, 4-pin, USB, type A)
1. Connect port 2 directly to a PoE switch or PoE injector via a PoE adapter
cable (e.g., 6049728).
2. Connect the trigger sensor (e.g., GL6 (1059241)) directly to port 3 of the
device via a trigger adapter cable (e.g.,2096347).
Port 2: PoE
Figure 9: Female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded
Pin assignment of the “PoE” connection
Pin Signal Function
1 TD+ Sender+
2 TD- Sender-
3 RD+ Receiver+
4 RD- Receiver-
5 PoE- Supply voltage-
6 PoE- Supply voltage-
7 PoE+ Supply voltage+
8 PoE+ Supply voltage+
6 Commissioning and configuration with PC (Windows)
Adjustment of the device parameters to the application as well as diagnostics in
the event of malfunctions is undertaken by default with the SOPAS ET configura‐
tion software.
6.1 Installing and starting the configuration software
1. Download and install the latest version of the SOPAS ET configuration soft‐
ware as well as the current device description files (*.sdd): www.sick.com/
SOPAS_ET. In this case, select the “Complete” option as suggested by the
installation wizard. Administrator rights may be required on the PC to install
the software.
2. Start the “SOPAS ET” program option after completing the installation. Path:
Start > Programs > SICK > SOPAS ET Engineering Tool > SOPAS.
3. Establish communication between SOPAS ET and device with the automati‐
cally launching wizard. To do so, select the RFU610-106xx under the devices
available depending on the connected communication interface, e.g. in the
Ethernet (default Ethernet address: IP address: 192.168.0.1, subnet mask:
255.255.255.0). SOPAS ET establishes communication with the device and
loads the associated device description file. The Quickstart tab opens.
6.2 Detecting a transponder in Quickstart mode
1. Bring one or more standards-compliant UHF transponders into the working
range of the internal antenna of the device. The UII/EPC of the individual
transponders must be differentiated so that several transponders can be
detected.
2. Click the Start button on the Quickstart tab of SOPAS ET. SOPAS ET generates
an automated read cycle and lists the detected transponders one after
another in the Quickstart window.
Figure 10: SOPAS ET display of the detected transponders in the Quickstart win‐
dow
Feedback about transponder detection in the UHF field
In Quickstart mode, the default signals of the process feedback LEDs indicate
whether a UHF field is present and transponders have been detected. The
process feedback LEDs are located in the four corners of the antenna cover and
light up blue in this case. The option is available to choose between two bright‐
ness levels in SOPAS ET to adjust the brightness of the process feedback LEDs.
Process feedback LEDs
LED status Status
Lit up (permanently) 0 transponders in field
Flashing slowly (f = 1.25 Hz) 1 transponder in field
Flashing quickly (f = 2.5 Hz) 2 transponders in field
Flashing faster (f = 5 Hz) More than 2 transponders in field
NOTE
The automated triggering in Quickstart mode is intended for (initial) commis‐
sioning and not for permanent use when operating the device under real con‐
ditions.
6.3 Accessing the data on a transponder
1. In order to access the memory area of a transponder, click the Stop button in
Quickstart.
2. Highlight the desired transponder (click it with the mouse).
3. Click the Transponder Access button. The Transponder Management Access tab dis‐
plays the content of the selected transponder.
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Figure 11: Transponder Access SOPAS ET display window
NOTE
The TID (tag identifier) of the transponder cannot be changed.
6.4 Continuing the configuration
1. Under SOPAS ET in the left-hand navigation tree, edit the required tabs for
the application using the additional entries under Parameters. These include:
u. a. antenna configuration, performance optimization, data pre-processing,
transponder processing, object trigger control (e.g., Via “Sensor 1” switching
input), data processing and output, data output interface(s), function of the
digital input and the possible use of an optional microSD memory card.
2. Set the transmitting power for the internal antenna using sliders on the
Antenna Configuration tab.
°Regional permissible values for the antenna, see Device overview,
page 6.
°Transmitting power default RFU610-106xx: 10 dBm (10 mW)
Figure 12: SOPAS ET: Example setting for the internal antenna
3. Test and, if necessary, modify the settings made when operating the system
under real conditions.
6.5 Completing the configuration
bPermanently save the entire configuration once it has been successfully
tested:
°Parameter set in the device: Click the button .
°Configuration file on the PC: Click buttons Device > Export SDV file.
7 Maintenance and care
The device does not contain any components that require maintenance.
To maintain the full read and write rate, gently clean the antenna hood (plas‐
tic) in case of soiling (e.g. metal dust) with a soft, damp cloth (mild cleaning
agent).
8 Transport and storage
Transport and store the device in the original packaging, with protective plugs and
caps completely screwed-on. Do not store outdoors. To ensure that any residual
moisture present can escape, do not store the device in airtight containers. Do
not expose to any aggressive substances.
Storage conditions: Dry, dust-free, no direct sunlight, as little vibration as possi‐
ble, storage temperature –40 °C to +70 °C, relative humidity max. 90% (non-con‐
densing).
9 Repairs
Repair work on the device may only be performed by qualified and authorized ser‐
vice personnel from SICK AG.
10 Disassembly and disposal
Any device which can no longer be used must be disposed of in an environmen‐
tally friendly manner in accordance with the applicable country-specific waste dis‐
posal regulations. As it is categorized as electronic waste, the device must never
be disposed of with household waste!
11 Technical data (excerpt)
Technical data
Type RFU610-106xx
Regional assignment Depending on type: see Device overview, page 6
Firmware version Depending on type: see Device overview, page 6
Carrier frequency Depending on type: see Device overview, page 6
Transmitting power Depending on type: see Device overview, page 6
Internal antenna •Circularly polarized
•Axial ratio: 2 dB
•Aperture angle: 110°
•Front-to-back ratio: > 5 dB
Air interface protocol ISO/IEC 18000-6C
EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Generation 2
Scanning range 0.5 m (depending on the transponder and ambient conditions)
USB 2) AUX 2 (USB 2.0) for servicing
Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s
•Host 1 (TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET Single Port) for
data output
•AUX 1 (TCP/IP) for servicing 1)
•Services: DHCP, NTP, HTTP
Digital input 1 x physical, trigger sensors can be connected directly to the
device (port 3) – max. 40 mA
Electrical connections •Port 1: 1 x male connector, M12, 4-pin, A-coded
•Port 2: 1 x female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded
•Port 3: 1 x female connector, M8, 4-pin, A-coded
•USB: 1 x female connector, 5-pin, Micro-B type
Optical indicators •4 x multi-colored LED (status)
•4 x RGB LED (process feedback)
Parameter backup
(cloning)
Optional: By inserting a microSD memory card
Supply voltage VSES1 and PS1 as per EN 62368-1, NEC protection class 2
(UL1310)
•Power and Ethernet: DC 18 V ... 30 V
•PoE: DC 48 V / 57 V As per PoE technology
Power consumption Operation
•Typical 6 W
Readiness (standby)
•Typical 3 W
Housing / Weight Aluminum/approx. 313 g
Safety EN 62368-1: 2014
Electrical protection class III (EN 61140: 2006-08)
Enclosure rating After EN 60529: 1991-10 / A2: 2000-02
•IP67
Radio equipment approval See radio equipment approvals on the product page at:
www.sick.com/RFU61x in the Downloads/Certificates tab.
EMC EN 301489-3
MTBF 22 years (50 °C)
Vibration resistance IEC 60068-2-6: 2007 (10 ... 150 Hz/ 5 g Sinus)
Shock resistance IEC 60068-2-27: 2008 (30 g/ 6 ms/ 12 impacts per axis/half
sinus 25 g/ 6 ms/ 200 impacts per axis/half sinus)
Vibration resistance IEC 60068-2-64: 2008 (10 ... 500 Hz/ 3.5 g RMS)
Ambient temperature range •Operation: –25 °C ... +50 °C
•Storage: –40 °C ... +70 °C
Relative humidity 0% ... 90%Non-condensing
Conformity CE, UL 3)
Clock NTP network time protocol, no internal clock
1) For example: configuration, diagnosis, transponder access or display of the read results.
2) Interface only for temporary use
3) Only UL certified if the type label contains the UL logo.
For further technical specifications, see the online data sheet on the product page
at: www.sick.com/RFU61x
Regulatory notes
Europe: Simplified EU declaration of conformity
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SICK AG hereby declares that the RFU610-106xx radio equipment complies with
the 2014/53/EU directive. The complete text of the EU declaration of conformity
is available at the following web address: www.sick.com/RFU61x.
12 Device overview
RFU610-106xx: Device overview
Regional
assign‐
ment
Firmwa
re from
version
Carrier fre‐
quency
Transmitting
power of the
internal
antenna
Device
type
Part no. Supplied
Quickstart
(Part no.)
Europe V2.06 865.7 MHz ...
867.5 MHz
Max. 24 mW
(ERP 1))
RFU610-
10600
1091102 English
(8023832),
German
(8024099)
USA/
Canada
V2.06 902.75 MHz ...
927.25 MHz
Max. 42 mW
(EIRP 2))
RFU610-
10601
1099890 English
(8023832)
1) ERP = equivalent radiated power.
2) EIRP = equivalent isotropic radiated power.
12.1 Operational restrictions
NOTICE
Operational restrictions!
When delivered, the frequency band of the RFU610-106xx is configured in
such a way that it can be operated in the following assigned regions (depend‐
ing on the model) without interfering with protected frequencies (such as
mobile communications):
•RFU610-10600 (Europe)
•RFU610-10601 (USA/Canada)
Operating the same RFU610-106xx in other regions can interfere with pro‐
tected frequencies.
•Only use the RFU610-106xx in the region for which it has been
approved.
•When reselling the RFU610-106xx, inform the buyer of the regional
assignment.
France
The RFU610-106xx must not be operated within a 20 km radius of 13 military
zones.
Lithuania
There may be restrictions in Lithuania (extent not currently known).
USA
(1) 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.
(2) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
(3) Note: 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.
(4) To comply with FCC part 15 rules in the United States, the system must be pro‐
fessionally installed to ensure compliance with the Part 15 certification.
(5) It is the responsibility of the operator and profes-sional installer to ensure that
only certified systems are deployed in the United States. The use of the system in
any other combination (such as co-located antennas transmitting the same infor‐
mation) is expressly forbidden.
(6) This device complies with the limit values defined by the FCC for radio radia‐
tion in an uncontrolled environment. The device must have a minimum distance
of 20 cm between the source of radiation and your body.
Canada
(1) This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
(2) This device satisfies the Industry Canada CNR applicable to license-free radio
equipment. Use is permitted providing the two following conditions are met: (1)
The device must not cause any faults and (2) the user of the device must accept
any fault produced in the device, even if this may impair its function.
13 Sources for obtaining more information
Additional information about the device, its optional accessories, and fieldbus
modules can be found in electronic format on the following product pages on the
Internet at:
13.1 RFU610-106xx read/write device
www.sick.com/RFU61x
•Summary of type-specific technical data (online data sheet)
•EU declaration of conformity
•Dimensional drawing and 3D CAD dimension models in various electronic
formats
•Suitable accessories (includingu. a. transponders, cables, brackets, trigger
sensors)
•Quickstart RFU610-106xx read/write device (UHF) in English (no. 8023832)
and German (no. 8024099)as well as in other languages
•Ordering information, e.g. in the RFID Product Information in English
(no. 8016267) and German (no. 8016266)
•Publications dealing with accessories
13.2 Function blocks
www.sick.com/RFU61x
•Function blocks for communication between a SIMATIC controller (S7-300/
S7-400) and the device.
•Function blocks for other controllers on request.
13.3 Documents on request
•Overview of command strings of the device
Support is also available from your sales partner: www.sick.com
13.4 Copyright notices
Open source programs
SICK uses open-source software in the device. This software is licensed by the
rights holders using the following licenses among others: the free licenses GNU
General Public License (GPL Version2, GPL Version3) and GNU Lesser General
Public License (LGPL), the MIT license, zLib license, and the licenses derived from
the BSD license.
This program is provided for general use, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY
KIND. This warranty disclaimer also extends to the implicit assurance of mar‐
ketability or suitability of the program for a particular purpose.
More details can be found in the GNU General Public License.
View the complete license texts here: www.sick.com/licensetexts
Printed copies of the license texts are also available on request.
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