Siemens SIMATIC RF1000 Series User manual

SIMATIC RF1000
SIMATIC Ident
RFID systems
SIMATIC RF1000
Operating Instructions
02/2020
C79000
-G8976-C432-07
Introduction
1
Description
2
Installation
3
Connecting
4
Commissioning
5
Programming
6
The demo application
7
Technical specifications
8
Dimension drawing
9
Appendix
A
Service & Support
B

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Table of contents
1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................. 5
2 Description.............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.1 Description of the readers.........................................................................................................7
2.2 Connection options and supported transponders.....................................................................9
3 Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 11
4 Connecting ........................................................................................................................................... 15
5 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 19
6 Programming ........................................................................................................................................ 21
6.1 Typical applications.................................................................................................................21
6.2 Programming via USB/RS232 interface (using DLL functions) ..............................................22
6.2.1 Functions of the USB/RS232 interface for Windows ..............................................................22
6.2.1.1 brp_open_usb_session ...........................................................................................................23
6.2.1.2 brp_open_serial_session ........................................................................................................24
6.2.1.3 brp_set_checksum ..................................................................................................................26
6.2.1.4 brp_set_bufsize .......................................................................................................................27
6.2.1.5 brp_close_session...................................................................................................................28
6.2.1.6 syscmd_reset..........................................................................................................................28
6.2.1.7 syscmd_get_info .....................................................................................................................29
6.2.1.8 syscmd_get_boot_status.........................................................................................................30
6.2.1.9 syscmd_set_port .....................................................................................................................31
6.2.1.10 vhl_select ................................................................................................................................32
6.2.1.11 vhl_get_snr..............................................................................................................................34
6.2.1.12 vhl_is_selected........................................................................................................................35
6.2.1.13 vhl_read ..................................................................................................................................36
6.2.1.14 vhl_write ..................................................................................................................................37
6.2.1.15 Autoread_SetMode (called via "exec_comand").....................................................................38
6.2.1.16 Autoread_GetMessage(called via "exec_comand")................................................................39
6.2.1.17 Return values..........................................................................................................................40
6.2.2 Functions of the USB interface for Linux ................................................................................41
6.3 Programming via the RS232 interface (using the Freeport protocol) .....................................41
6.3.1 Implementation of the commands...........................................................................................42
6.3.2 Commands..............................................................................................................................43
6.3.2.1 syscmd_reset..........................................................................................................................43
6.3.2.2 syscmd_get_info .....................................................................................................................44
6.3.2.3 syscmd_get_boot_status.........................................................................................................45
6.3.2.4 syscmd_set_port .....................................................................................................................46
6.3.2.5 vhl_select ................................................................................................................................47
6.3.2.6 vhl_get_snr..............................................................................................................................48
6.3.2.7 vhl_is_selected........................................................................................................................49
6.3.2.8 vhl_read ..................................................................................................................................50
6.3.2.9 vhl_write ..................................................................................................................................51

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6.3.2.10 Autoread_SetMode ................................................................................................................ 53
6.3.2.11 Autoread_GetMessage .......................................................................................................... 54
6.4 Status codes .......................................................................................................................... 55
7 The demo application............................................................................................................................ 57
7.1 User interface of the demo application .................................................................................. 58
7.2 Creating a custom application................................................................................................ 60
8 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................ 65
9 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................................... 69
A Appendix .............................................................................................................................................. 71
A.1 Certificates & approvals ......................................................................................................... 71
A.1.1 Country-specific approvals..................................................................................................... 71
A.1.2 Using the reader in hazardous areas..................................................................................... 73
A.2 Ordering data ......................................................................................................................... 75
B Service & Support ................................................................................................................................. 77

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Introduction
1
Purpose of this document
This documentation provides you with an overview of the installation and programming of the
SIMATIC RF1040R, RF1060R and RF1070R readers. The operating instructions are
intended for users and programmers involved in configuration, commissioning and servicing
of SIMATIC RF1000 readers.
Registered trademarks
The following and possibly other names not identified by the registered trademark sign ®are
registered trademarks of Siemens AG:
SIMATIC ®, SIMATIC RF ®, MOBY ®, RF-MANAGER ® and SIMATIC Sensors ®
Orientation in the documentation
The manuals of the relevant SIMATIC Ident products (e.g. SIMATIC RF170C) on the
Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/14970/man) pages contain additional
information on the devices specified in this document.
Recycling and disposal
The products are low in harmful substances, can be recycled and meet the requirements of
the Directive 2012/19/EU for disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Do not dispose of the products at public disposal sites.
For environmentally compliant recycling and disposal of your electronic waste, please
contact a company certified for the disposal of electronic waste or your Siemens
representative.
Note the different country-specific regulations.

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Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be
connected to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is
necessary and only when appropriate security measures (e.g. firewalls and/or network
segmentation) are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit
Link: (https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customers’ exposure
to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under
Link: (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/15247/pm)

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Description
2
2.1 Description of the readers
Companies have been using RFID-based identification card systems for years to control
access to buildings. With the increasing need for security and growing requirements for
documentation, solutions are demanded with which access to machines and plants can be
controlled on a user-specific basis. The SIMATIC RF1040R, RF1060R and RF1070R
readers provide the option of using employee identification cards also when operating
machines. This allows finely graded access concepts to be implemented or user-specific
instructions to be stored - all with one card.
Figure 2-1 Product photos of the SIMATIC RF1000 reader
Reader-specific differences
The SIMATIC RF1000 readers are designed for connection to a Windows computer.
Alternatively, they can also be operated on a Linux-based system. The connection is via a
USB interface of the computer. SIMATIC RF1040R and RF1070R readers can also be
connected via the RS232 interface. The RF1070R reader is also available as an OEM
version. This reader variant is identical to the RF1070R, but is supplied with a neutral front
foil. A separate foil can be created as an alternative.

Description
2.1 Description of the readers
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Interface-specific programming
The Siemens support site "Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109741590)" provides access functions
for the readers in the form of DLL files for Windows, as well as a demo application. With
operation via the USB interface on a PC (Windows), you can implement user identification
for access to your own applications quickly and simply with the help of the DLL file. The
reader reads/processes the serial numbers and data of transponders for this.
If SIMATIC RF1040R/RF1070R readers are operated on a communication module via the
RS232 interface, communication is performed using the Freeport protocol.
Application example
The following picture shows an example of an application of the SIMATIC RF1060R in
conjunction with a SIMATIC HMI.
Figure 2-2 Example of an application of a SIMATIC RF1060R in conjunction with a SIMATIC HMI
(e.g. 6AV7250-ODC03-0AH0) with extension unit (e.g. 6AV7674-1LA61-0AA0)

Description
2.2 Connection options and supported transponders
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2.2 Connection options and supported transponders
Depending on the interface protocol used, the readers can be used for various applications.
The following table provides an overview of the possible uses of the readers.
Table 2- 1 Possible uses
SIMATIC RF1060R
SIMATIC RF1040R/RF1070R
Interface/Protocol
USB
USB
RS232 / Freeport
application PM LOGON,
demo application
PM LOGON,
demo application
STEP 7 (TIA Portal) 1)
Programming DLL for PC DLL for PC Ident pro-
file/
blocks
P2P
blocks
Connector SIMATIC Panel, PC SIMATIC Panel, PC RF170C e.g.
ET 200SP
Cable Included in the
scope of delivery
Included in the
scope of delivery
6GT2891-
4UH20
6GT2891-
2UH30
1)
A connection via other applications is possible. You can find additional information on this in the
section "Programming via the RS232 interface".
Supported transponders and protocols
The following table provides an overview of the transponders and protocols supported by the
readers.
Table 2- 2 Supported transponders
SIMATIC RF1040R
SIMATIC RF1060R
SIMATIC RF1070R
MDS D1xx, D3xx, E6xx
✓
✓
✓
MDS D2xx
✓
✓
1)
✓
MDS D4xx, D5xx
✓
✓
--
✓
: Reading the serial number as well as reading and writing the user memory area
1) Only for read-only access

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Table 2- 3 Supported protocols and card types
SIMATIC RF1040R
SIMATIC RF1060R
SIMATIC RF1070R
ISO 14443 A/B general
Serial number
Serial number
Serial number
ISO 15693 general
✓
✓
✓
LEGIC prime
--
--
✓
1)
LEGIC advant (ISO 14443 A) Serial number Serial number ✓1)
LEGIC advant (ISO 15693)
Serial number
Serial number
✓
1)
MIFARE Classic, EV1
(1k, 4k, Mini)
✓✓✓
MIFARE DESFire, EV1/EV2
(2k, 4k, 8k)
✓✓✓
MIFARE Plus, EV1
(S, X, L1, L2, L3)
✓✓Serial number
MIFARE Ultralight (C)
Serial number
Serial number
Serial number
HID iClass, Inside PicoPass
Serial number
Serial number
Serial number
NXP NTAG21x
Serial number
Serial number
Serial number
FeliCa
Serial number
Serial number
Serial number
EM4100/EM4102
Serial number
--
--
EM4450/EM4550
Serial number
--
--
HITAG 1, HITAG S
✓
--
--
HITAG 2
Serial number
--
--
✓
: Reading the serial number as well as reading and writing the user memory area
1)
An identification card is required to access encrypted user memory areas (see section "Installing
and commissioning").
In addition to the specified protocols and card types, a large number of transponder cards
(LF, 125 kHz) are generally supported by the readers. If you cannot find the card type that
you use in the table, you can ask Siemens Customer Support about the functionality.
Note that serial numbers (UIDs) of transponders that begin with the byte "0x08" are always
newly generated by the transponder. This makes an assignment of serial numbers and
transponders impossible. For transponders with a combo-chip (e.g. LEGIC CTC4096), the
serial number of the LEGIC Prime chip is always read and not that of the ISO chip
14443/15693. For transponders with two integrated chips (125 kHz / 13.56 MHz), you must
ensure which chip is addressed via the reader configuration.
SIMATIC RF1000 readers can also recognize multiple transponders that are simultaneously
located in the antenna field. You can find information on selecting multiple transponders in
the section "vhl_select (Page 32)".
The reader can be addressed and controlled by functions, for example to change the status
of the reader or to communicate with a transponder. With the aid of the functions, you can for
example control the three-color reader LED. The functions and their calls are described in
this manual.

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Installation
3
Required tools
You require the following tools to install the reader:
●Torx screwdriver (T10)
●Slotted screwdriver
Mounting the reader
Proceed as follows to install the RF1000 reader:
1. When operating via the RS232 interface:
Connect the RS232 cable to the reader as described in "Connecting (Page 15)" section.
2. When using a card holder:
Place the card holder on the side of the reader housing and press it over the reader front
so that the card holder locks in place.
3. Push the reader through the mounting opening intended for this purpose (76.5 [± 0.3] ×
48.5 [± 0.3] mm) ①.
Make sure that the reader locks in place so that it cannot fall out,
4. Mount the cover plate on the rear of the reader with the 4 Torx screws (max. 1.5 Nm) ②.
5. Attach the reader by tightening the 4x stud screws (≃0.5 Nm) ③.

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Figure 3-1 Mounting the SIMATIC RF1000 reader
WARNING
Using the reader in hazardous areas
•When the reader is operated in a hazardous area, the connecting cable (USB or RS232)
must be secured with the supplied cable ties and the adhesive socket.
•Secure the cable ties and the adhesive socket about 3 cm behind the reader interface in
the installation enclosure.
•Note that installation must not be performed and the connecting cable must not be
inserted or removed within the hazardous area.
Observe the "Notes on installation and use" in section "Using the reader in hazardous
areas (Page 73)".
CAUTION
Installation conditions
•The thickness of the wall on which the reader is mounted must be 2-7 mm.
•When the reader is operated in a hazardous area, installation in a control cabinet or
closed metal housing is mandatory. The surface of the housing must be smooth and
clean.
•The installation opening must have the following dimensions:
76.5 (± 0.3) × 48.5 (± 0.3) mm

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NOTICE
Repair and maintenance
Do not try to repair the reader in case of a problem. Repair and maintenance work must
only be carried out by qualified personnel. Contact Siemens Support in case of repair or
maintenance problems. For more information, refer to the section "Service & Support".

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Connecting
4
WARNING
Explosion hazard
Note that installation must not be performed and the connecting cable must not be inserted
or removed within the hazardous area.
NOTICE
Permissible power supply
The device can only be connected to a 5 V DC power supply which satisfies the
requirements of safe extra low voltage (SELV).
Required tools
When using the RS232 interface, you need to attach the corresponding cable to the reader
first. You require the following tools for this purpose:
●Torx screwdriver (T10)
●Additional tools depending on the connector used
Accessories required
You need the following accessories:
●For communication via the USB interface,
the pre-assembled connecting cable included in the scope of delivery
●For communication via the RS232 interface with a SIMATIC Ident communication
module,
the connecting cable (6GT2891-4UH20)
●For communication via the RS232 interface with any serial module,
the connecting cable with open ends (6GT2891-2UH30)

Connecting
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Connect the plug
The procedure for connecting the reader depends on the interface over which the reader is
being operated.
Connection via USB interface
Proceed as follows to connect the SIMATIC RF1000 reader via the USB interface:
1. Connect the reader to the PC or Panel using the USB cable.
Connection via RS232 interface
Proceed as follows to connect the SIMATIC RF1040R/RF1070R reader via the RS232
interface:
1. When using the cable 6GT2891-2UH30, you may have to install the cable connector at
the open cable end.
You can find the connector assignment in the following table.
2. Loosen the cleat on the USB cable and remove the USB cable.
3. Connect the RS232 cable to the RS232 interface (5-pin socket).
4. Fasten the RS232 cable using the cleat.
5. Connect the reader to the communications module or the controller with the RS232 cable.
The table below contains the connector assignment for the connecting cable with open ends
(6GT2891-2UH30).
Table 4- 1 Connector assignment of the cable 6GT2891-2UH30
Wire color
(open cable end)
PINs
(5-pin socket housing; PicoBlade)
Assignment
Red
1
+5 V
Black (x2)
2
GND
Brown
3
Data line, RxD
Orange 4 Data line, TxD
Figure 4-1 PIN assignment of 5-pin socket housing (PicoBlade)

Connecting
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When connecting the SIMATIC RF1000 reader to a serial communications module, ensure
that you wire the devices as illustrated below.
①
Red
③
Brown
②
Black
④
Orange
Figure 4-2 Connection diagram: Connecting the reader to a serial communications module

Connecting
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Commissioning
5
The procedure for installing and commissioning the reader depends on the interface over
which the reader is being operated.
Scope of functions of the basic configuration
The reader is delivered ex works with a basic configuration. This configuration enables you
to read the UIDs of all transponder/card types. For ISO 15693 transponders, you can also
read and write to the user memory using the VHL number "255". In order to read the memory
area of other transponder/card types or to use additional functions (e.g. autoread functions),
you need to create a custom configuration and transfer it to the reader.
Commissioning via the USB interface
Windows operating systems
Proceed as follows to commission the SIMATIC RF1000 reader via the USB interface
1. Connect the reader to the PC or Panel using the USB cable.
Reaction: The message "A USB device was installed successfully." appears.
2. Copy the DLL drivers and the demo application on your PC using the installation file
"RF1000R.exe".
You will find the file on the Internet on the pages of the Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109741590).
3. Start the demo application by double-clicking on the file "AccessControlDemo.exe".
4. Program the reader using the demo application and the DLL functions.
You will find more information on the demo application in the section "The demo application
(Page 57)".
Linux environment
You can also operate the SIMATIC RF1000 reader in a Linux environment. The
programming in Linux is made via an API and Software Development Kit. For additional
information, contact the Siemens Industry Online Support (Page 77).

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Commissioning via the RS232 interface
Proceed as follows to commission the SIMATIC RF1040R/RF1070R reader via the RS232
interface and with the aid of a controller:
1. Connect the reader to the communications module or the controller with the RS232 cable.
2. Configure the freeport protocol (e.g. data bits, parity, stop bits, transmission speed).
3. Program the blocks of the controller.
You will find more information on the freeport protocol in the section "Programming via the
RS232 interface (using the Freeport protocol) (Page 41)".
"RF1100T" configuration card
You can use the "RF1100T" configuration card (6GT2300-0CC00-0AX0) to transfer reader
configurations (e.g. memory areas, addresses, passwords, write permissions, etc.) and
Autoread configurations to the RF1000 reader. A configuration with several functions can be
transferred from the configuration card to the reader.
The following options are available for changing the configuration of a reader:
●Programming using the "vhl_select()" function
When programming in the application, you need to set the "AllowConfig = true" tag when
calling the function "vhl_select()" and then hold the configuration card in the antenna field
of the reader. After you have changed the configuration, the reader automatically restarts.
After the restart, you need to set the "AllowConfig" parameter back to "false".
●Using the demo application ("AccessControlDemo.exe")
To do so, select the "Configcard" option button and click the "Start" button while the
configuration card is in the antenna field of the reader.
The configuration card is blank upon delivery. If you prefer to receive the configuration cards
with preconfigured, customer-specific configurations, contact Service & Support.
VHL functions
VHL stands for "Very High Level". VHL functions have a higher priority and are valid for all
card systems supported by the reader. The card system-specific details are in the VHL
functions of a configuration. By using VHL functions it is possible, for example, to change the
card system without having to adapt the code to the application - provided that the
configuration stored in the reader has been adapted accordingly.
Identification card for LEGIC systems
When using encrypted LEGIC systems/cards, you need an identification card to transfer
reader configurations to the reader. For this purpose, contact the project owner or the
original project supplier.