Siemens SIMATIC RF300 User guide

SIMATIC Sensors RFID systems SIMATIC RF300
RFID Systems
SIMATIC RF300
System Manual · 09/2007
simatic sensors

Introduction
1
Safety information
2
System overview
3
RF300 system planning
4
Readers
5
Transponders
6
Communication modules
7
System diagnostics
8
Accessories
9
Appendix
A
SIMATIC Sensors
RFID systems
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System Manual
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into
account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will
be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and
operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes
in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and
label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
WARNING
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description and only
in connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or
recommended by Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage,
positioning and assembly as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this
publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the
owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software
described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
editions.
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Copyright © Siemens AG 2005, 2007.
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Table of contents
1 Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 11
1.1 Navigating in the system manual.................................................................................................11
1.2 Preface.........................................................................................................................................12
2 Safety information.................................................................................................................................... 13
3 System overview...................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 RFID systems...............................................................................................................................15
3.2 RF300 ..........................................................................................................................................16
3.2.1 RF300 system overview...............................................................................................................16
3.2.2 Application areas of RF300..........................................................................................................17
3.2.3 RFID components and their function ...........................................................................................18
3.2.4 Technical data..............................................................................................................................19
4 RF300 system planning ........................................................................................................................... 21
4.1 Fundamentals of application planning .........................................................................................21
4.1.1 Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF300 components.....................................................................21
4.1.2 Transmission window and read/write distance ............................................................................22
4.1.3 Width of the transmission window................................................................................................26
4.1.4 Impact of secondary fields ...........................................................................................................26
4.1.5 Permissible directions of motion of the transponder....................................................................27
4.1.6 Operation in static and dynamic mode ........................................................................................28
4.1.7 Dwell time of the transponder ......................................................................................................29
4.1.8 Communication between communication module, reader (with IQ-Sense interface) and
transponder..................................................................................................................................30
4.1.9 Calculation example (IQ-Sense)..................................................................................................31
4.1.10 Communication between communication module, reader (with RS422 interface) and
transponder..................................................................................................................................33
4.1.11 Calculation example (RS422) ......................................................................................................35
4.2 Field data for transponders, readers and antennas.....................................................................37
4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed .......................................41
4.3.1 RF310R with IQ-Sense ................................................................................................................41
4.3.2 RF310R with RS422 ....................................................................................................................42
4.3.3 RF340R and RF350R ..................................................................................................................44
4.3.4 RF380R........................................................................................................................................49
4.4 Installation guidelines...................................................................................................................54
4.4.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................54
4.4.2 Reduction of interference due to metal........................................................................................55
4.4.3 Effects of metal on different transponders and readers...............................................................58
4.4.4 Impact on the transmission window by metal ..............................................................................58
4.5 Chemical resistance of the transponders ....................................................................................65

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4.6 EMC Directives ........................................................................................................................... 72
4.6.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 72
4.6.2 What does EMC mean?.............................................................................................................. 73
4.6.3 Basic rules................................................................................................................................... 74
4.6.4 Propagation of electromagnetic interference ..............................................................................76
4.6.5 Cabinet configuration .................................................................................................................. 79
4.6.6 Prevention of interference sources ............................................................................................. 82
4.6.7 Equipotential bonding.................................................................................................................. 83
4.6.8 Cable shielding............................................................................................................................ 84
5 Readers................................................................................................................................................... 87
5.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 87
5.2 RF310R with IQ-Sense interface ................................................................................................ 88
5.2.1 Features ...................................................................................................................................... 88
5.2.2 Pin assignment of RF310R IQ-Sense interface.......................................................................... 88
5.2.3 Display elements of the RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface .............................................. 88
5.2.4 Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................. 89
5.2.5 Metal-free area............................................................................................................................ 89
5.2.6 Minimum distance between RF310R readers............................................................................. 89
5.2.7 Technical data for RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface....................................................... 90
5.2.8 FCC information .......................................................................................................................... 91
5.2.9 Ordering data of RF310R with IQ-Sense interface ..................................................................... 91
5.2.10 Dimension drawing...................................................................................................................... 92
5.3 RF310R with RS422 interface .................................................................................................... 93
5.3.1 Features ...................................................................................................................................... 93
5.3.2 Pin assignment of RF310R RS422 interface .............................................................................. 93
5.3.3 Display elements of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface .................................................. 94
5.3.4 Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................. 94
5.3.5 Metal-free area............................................................................................................................ 94
5.3.6 Minimum distance between RF310R readers............................................................................. 95
5.3.7 Technical specifications of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface........................................ 96
5.3.8 FCC information .......................................................................................................................... 97
5.3.9 Ordering data for RF310R with RS422 interface ........................................................................ 97
5.3.10 Dimension drawing...................................................................................................................... 98
5.4 RF340R....................................................................................................................................... 99
5.4.1 Features ...................................................................................................................................... 99
5.4.2 Pin assignment of RF340R RS422 interface .............................................................................. 99
5.4.3 Display elements of the RF340R reader................................................................................... 100
5.4.4 Ensuring reliable data exchange............................................................................................... 100
5.4.5 Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 100
5.4.6 Minimum distance between RF340R readers........................................................................... 101
5.4.7 Technical data of the RF340R reader....................................................................................... 102
5.4.8 FCC information ........................................................................................................................ 103
5.4.9 Ordering data for RF340R......................................................................................................... 103
5.4.10 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 104

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5.5 RF350R......................................................................................................................................105
5.5.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................105
5.5.2 Pin assignment of RF350R RS422 interface.............................................................................105
5.5.3 Display elements of the RF350R reader....................................................................................106
5.5.4 Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................106
5.5.5 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................106
5.5.6 Technical data of the RF350R reader........................................................................................107
5.5.7 FCC information.........................................................................................................................108
5.5.8 Ordering data for RF350R .........................................................................................................108
5.5.9 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................109
5.5.10 Antennas....................................................................................................................................110
5.5.10.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................110
5.5.10.2 Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................112
5.5.10.3 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................112
5.5.10.4 Minimum distance between antennas .......................................................................................114
5.5.10.5 Technical data for antennas.......................................................................................................116
5.5.10.6 Ordering data for antennas........................................................................................................116
5.5.10.7 Dimension drawings for antennas..............................................................................................117
5.6 RF380R......................................................................................................................................118
5.6.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................118
5.6.2 Pin assignment of RF380R RS232/RS422 interface.................................................................118
5.6.3 Display elements of the RF380R reader....................................................................................119
5.6.4 Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................119
5.6.5 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................119
5.6.6 Minimum distance between RF380R readers............................................................................120
5.6.7 Technical specifications of the RF380R reader.........................................................................121
5.6.8 FCC information.........................................................................................................................122
5.6.9 RF380R ordering data ...............................................................................................................122
5.6.10 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................122
6 Transponders ........................................................................................................................................ 123
6.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................123
6.2 RF320T ......................................................................................................................................124
6.2.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................124
6.2.2 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................125
6.2.3 Technical data............................................................................................................................126
6.2.4 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................126
6.2.5 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................127
6.3 RF340T ......................................................................................................................................128
6.3.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................128
6.3.2 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................129
6.3.3 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................130
6.3.4 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................130
6.3.5 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................131
6.4 RF350T ......................................................................................................................................132
6.4.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................132
6.4.2 Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................133
6.4.3 Technical data............................................................................................................................134
6.4.4 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................134
6.4.5 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................135

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6.5 RF360T ..................................................................................................................................... 136
6.5.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 136
6.5.2 Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 137
6.5.3 Technical data........................................................................................................................... 139
6.5.4 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 139
6.5.5 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 140
6.6 RF370T ..................................................................................................................................... 141
6.6.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 141
6.6.2 Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 142
6.6.3 Mounting instructions ................................................................................................................ 143
6.6.4 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 144
6.6.4.1 Technical data for RF370T with 32 KB FRAM.......................................................................... 144
6.6.4.2 Technical data for RF370T with 64 KB FRAM.......................................................................... 145
6.6.5 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 146
6.6.6 Dimensional drawing................................................................................................................. 147
6.7 RF380T ..................................................................................................................................... 148
6.7.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 148
6.7.2 Installation guidelines for RF380T ............................................................................................ 149
6.7.2.1 Mounting instructions ................................................................................................................ 149
6.7.2.2 Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 151
6.7.3 Configuring instructions............................................................................................................. 152
6.7.3.1 Temperature dependence of the transmission window ............................................................ 152
6.7.3.2 Temperature response in cyclic operation ................................................................................ 154
6.7.4 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 157
6.7.5 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 158
6.7.6 Dimensional drawing................................................................................................................. 158
6.8 Memory configuration of the RF300 tags.................................................................................. 159
7 Communication modules ....................................................................................................................... 161
7.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 161
7.2 8xIQ-Sense ............................................................................................................................... 162
7.2.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 162
7.2.2 Indicators................................................................................................................................... 163
7.2.3 Configuration............................................................................................................................. 164
7.2.4 Addressing ................................................................................................................................ 167
7.2.5 Technical data........................................................................................................................... 169
7.2.6 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 169
7.3 ASM 452.................................................................................................................................... 170
7.3.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 170
7.3.2 Pin assignment and display elements....................................................................................... 171
7.3.3 Configuration............................................................................................................................. 172
7.3.4 Technical data........................................................................................................................... 176
7.3.5 PROFIBUS Diagnosis............................................................................................................... 177
7.3.6 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 178
7.3.7 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 179

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7.4 ASM 456 ....................................................................................................................................180
7.4.1 Description .................................................................................................................................180
7.4.2 Setting the PROFIBUS address.................................................................................................184
7.4.3 Wiring up ASM 456 ....................................................................................................................187
7.4.4 Diagnosis using LEDs................................................................................................................192
7.4.5 Technical data............................................................................................................................194
7.4.6 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................195
7.4.7 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................196
7.5 ASM 473 ....................................................................................................................................197
7.5.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................197
7.5.2 Pin assignment and display elements .......................................................................................198
7.5.3 Configuration..............................................................................................................................199
7.5.4 Technical data............................................................................................................................202
7.5.5 Dimensional drawings................................................................................................................203
7.5.6 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................204
7.6 ASM 475 ....................................................................................................................................205
7.6.1 Features.....................................................................................................................................205
7.6.2 Indicators....................................................................................................................................206
7.6.3 Configuration..............................................................................................................................208
7.6.4 Technical data............................................................................................................................211
7.6.5 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................212
7.7 RF170C......................................................................................................................................213
7.7.1 Description .................................................................................................................................213
7.7.2 Connect the RF170C with the connection module ....................................................................218
7.7.3 LED displays on the RF170C communication module ..............................................................220
7.7.4 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................222
7.7.5 Dimensional drawings................................................................................................................224
7.7.6 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................225
7.8 RF180C......................................................................................................................................226
7.8.1 Description .................................................................................................................................226
7.8.2 Connection.................................................................................................................................231
7.8.2.1 Wiring connection block M12, 7/8".............................................................................................234
7.8.3 Parameter assignment...............................................................................................................237
7.8.3.1 PROFINET IO configuration ......................................................................................................237
7.8.3.2 Assigning device names to the I/O device.................................................................................238
7.8.3.3 Configuration parameters of the RF180C..................................................................................240
7.8.3.4 Input parameters for RF180C ....................................................................................................241
7.8.3.5 Command table of the RF180C .................................................................................................242
7.8.4 PROFINET diagnostics..............................................................................................................243
7.8.4.1 Diagnosis using LEDs................................................................................................................243
7.8.4.2 Parameterization of the diagnostics...........................................................................................246
7.8.4.3 Structure of the diagnostic data .................................................................................................248
7.8.5 Technical data............................................................................................................................249
7.8.6 Dimension drawing for RF180C with fixing holes ......................................................................251
7.8.7 Connecting cable to the reader/SLG .........................................................................................252
7.8.7.1 Routing of standard cables ........................................................................................................252
7.8.7.2 Self-assembled cable.................................................................................................................254

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8 System diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 255
8.1 Error codes................................................................................................................................ 255
8.2 Diagnostics functions ................................................................................................................ 256
8.2.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 256
8.2.2 Reader diagnostics with SLG STATUS .................................................................................... 257
8.2.3 Transponder diagnostics with MDS STATUS........................................................................... 259
9 Accessories ........................................................................................................................................... 261
9.1 RFID Systems Software & Documentation ............................................................................... 261
A Appendix................................................................................................................................................ 263
A.1 Certificates and Approvals ........................................................................................................ 263
A.2 Service & Support ..................................................................................................................... 266
A.3 Contacts .................................................................................................................................... 266
A.4 Training ..................................................................................................................................... 267
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................ 269
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 273

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Introduction 1
1.1 Navigating in the system manual
Structure of contents Contents
Table of contents Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters
Introduction Purpose, layout and description of the important topics.
Safety instructions Refers to all the valid technical safety aspects which have to be adhered to while installing,
commissioning and operating the product/system and with reference to statutory
regulations.
System overview Overview of all RF identification systems, system overview of SIMATIC RF300
RFID system planning Information about possible applications of SIMATIC RF300, support for application
planning, tools for finding suitable SIMATIC RF300 components.
Reader Description of readers which can be used for SIMATIC RF300
Transponder Description of transponders which can be used for SIMATIC RF300
Communication modules Description of communication modules used for SIMATIC RF300
System diagnostics Description of system diagnostics available for SIMATIC RF300
Accessories Products available in addition to SIMATIC RF300
Appendix Service and support, contact partners, training centers

Introduction
1.2 Preface
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1.2 Preface
Purpose of this document
This system manual contains all the information needed to plan and configure the system.
It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the
system themselves and connect it with other units (automation systems, further
programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install
expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC RF§00 system and
describes the state of delivery as of September 2007.
Conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
● Reader, read/write device, write/read device
● Tag, transponder, mobile data memory, data carrier, MDS
● Communication module, interface module, ASM
History
Currently released versions of the SIMATIC RF300 system manual:
Edition Remarks
09/2007 Revised edition, components added: RF380R and RF180C
07/2007 Revised edition, degrees of protection changed for the RF300 reader
12/2006 Revised edition, components added: RF370T, RF380T and RF170C
04/2006 Revised edition, components added: RF340R as well as RF350R with the antenna
types ANT 1, ANT 18 and ANT 30
11/2005 Revised edition, components added: RF310R with RS422 interface, RF350T and
RF360T; ASM 452, ASM 456, ASM 473 and ASM 475
05/2005 First Edition
Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with the EC directives stated above. Your sales representative
can provide these on request.
Observance of installation guidelines
The installation guidelines and safety instructions given in this documentation must be
followed during commissioning and operation.

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Safety information 2
CAUTION
Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover of this documentation.
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to IEC, VDE, EN, UL
and CSA. If you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned
environment, please contact your service representative.
CAUTION
Alterations to the devices are not permitted.
Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment
approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.
Repairs
Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel.
WARNING
Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial
damage to equipment or risk of personal injury to the user.
System expansion
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other upgrades,
you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio
frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or your sales outlet
to find out which system upgrades are suitable for installation.
CAUTION
If you cause system defects by installing or exchanging system expansion devices, the
warranty becomes void.

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System overview 3
3.1 RFID systems
RFID systems from Siemens control and optimize material flow. They identify reliably,
quickly and economically, are insensitive to contamination and store data directly on the
product.
Identification
system
Frequency Range,
max.
Memory,
max.
Data transfer
rate (typical) in
byte/s
Temperature,
max.
Special features
RF300 13.56 MHz 0.15 m 20 byte
EEPROM,
64 KB
FRAM
3750 Reader:
-25 °C to +70 °C
Transponder:
-40 °C to +85 °C
+220 °C cyclic
IQ-Sense interface
available;
integrated diagnostic
functions;
battery-free data
memory
MOBY D 13.56 MHz 0,8 m 112 byte
EEPROM
110 + 85 °C or
+ 200 °C
SmartLabels based on
ISO 15693
e.g. Tag-it/I-Code
MOBY E 13.56 MHz 0,1 m 752 byte
EEPROM
350 + 150 °C Battery-free data
memory
MOBY I 1.81 MHz 0,15 m 32 KB
FRAM
1250 + 85 °C or
+ 220 °C cyclic
Battery-free data
memory

System overview
3.2 RF300
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3.2 RF300
3.2.1 RF300 system overview
SIMATIC RF300 is an inductive identification system specially designed for use in industrial
production for the control and optimization of material flow.
Thanks to its compact dimensions, RF300 is the obvious choice where installation conditions
are restricted, especially for assembly lines, handling systems and workpiece carrier
systems. RF300 is suitable for both simple and demanding RFID applications and it stands
out for its persuasive price/performance ratio.
The RF300 offers a particularly low-cost solution concept for low-performance applications.
The high-performance components of RF300 provide advantages in terms of speed.
System
Components
RF300 for low-performance
applications
RF300 for high-performance applications
Communication
modules
8xIQ-Sense for ET 200M
(PROFIBUS) and for direct
connection to an S7-300
ASM 452,
ASM 456
ASM 473 (PROFIBUS)
ASM 475 (S7 300 / ET 200M)
RF170C
RF180C
Reader RF310R with IQ-Sense interface RF310R with RS422 interface
RF340R with RS422 interface
RF350R with RS422 interface
RF380R with RS232 or RS422 interface
Transponder RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
Overview of RF300 low-performance and high-performance components
RF300 is ready for multi-tag operation, but in this expansion stage, only the faster single-tag
operation is possible.

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3.2.2 Application areas of RF300
SIMATIC RF300 is primarily used for non-contact identification of containers, palettes and
workpiece holders in a closed production circuit. The data carriers (transponders) remain in
the production chain and are not supplied with the products. SIMATIC RF300, with its
compact transponder and reader enclosure dimensions, is particularly suitable in confined
spaces.
Main applications
● Mechanical engineering, automation systems, conveyor systems
● Ancillary assembly lines in the automotive industry, component suppliers
● Small assembly lines
Application examples
● Production lines for engines, gearboxes, axles, etc.
● Assembly lines for ABS systems, airbags, brake systems, doors, cockpits, etc.
● Assembly lines for household electrical appliances, consumer electronics and electronic
communication equipment
● Assembly lines for PCs, low-power motors, contactors, switches
Customer benefits
● Reading and writing of large data volumes within a short time enable reductions in
product cycle times and thus help to boost productivity
● Can be used in harsh environments thanks to rugged components with high degree of
protection
● Simple and low-cost system integration into SIMATIC S7 and PROFIBUS (TIA)
● Shorter startup times, and reductions in plant faults and downtimes thanks to integral
diagnostics functionalities
● Cost savings thanks to maintenance-free components

System overview
3.2 RF300
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3.2.3 RFID components and their function
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modules
A communication module (interface module) is used to integrate the RF identification system in
PLC/automation systems.
Readers The reader (read/write device) ensures inductive communication, supplies power to the transponder,
and handles the connection to the various PLCs (e.g. SIMATIC S7) through the communication module
(e.g. ASM 475).
Transponder The transponder (data memory) stores all data relevant to the production process and is used, for
example, instead of barcode.
Conventions
The RF310R, RF340R and RF380R readers are equipped with an integral antenna, whereas
the RF350R reader is operated over an external antenna. In this system manual, the term
"Reader" is used throughout even where it is actually referring to the antenna of the reader.

System overview
3.2 RF300
SIMATIC RF300
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3.2.4 Technical data
RFID system RF300
Type Inductive identification system for industrial
applications
Transmission frequency data/energy 13.56 MHz
Memory capacity 20 bytes up to 64 KB user memory (r/w)
4 bytes fixed code as serial number (ro)
Memory type EEPROM / FRAM
Write cycles EEPROM: > 100 000
FRAM: Unlimited
Read cycles Unlimited
Data management Byte-oriented access
Data transfer rate Transponder-Reader 3 KB/s (approx.)
Write/read distance (system limit; depends on
reader and transponder)
up to 0.15 m
Operating temperature Reader:
-25 °C to +70 °C
Transponder:
-40 °C to +85 °C
+220 °C cyclic
Degree of protection Reader: IP 67 2)
Transponder: > IP 67
Can be connected to SIMATIC S7-300, Profibus DP V1,
PC 1), non-Siemens PLC 1)
Special features High noise immunity
Compact components
Extensive diagnostic options
A reader with IQ-Sense interface
Approvals ETS 300 330 (Europe)
FCC Part 15 (USA), UL/CSA
CE
1) By means of RS422 interface and 3964R protocol
2) Except RF350R: IP 65

System overview
3.2 RF300
SIMATIC RF300
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