Siemens Simatic RF600 User guide

SIMATIC Sensors RFID systems SIMATIC RF600
SIMATIC Sensors
System Manual · 10/2009
SIMATIC RF600
RFID SYSTEMS

Introduction 1
Safety Information
2
System overview
3
RF600 system planning
4
Readers
5
Antennas
6
Transponder/tags
7
Integration into networks
8
System diagnostics
9
Accessories
10
Appendix
A
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System Manual
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Table of contents
1 Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 13
1.1 Preface.........................................................................................................................................13
1.2 Navigating in the system manual.................................................................................................14
2 Safety Information.................................................................................................................................... 15
2.1 General safety instructions ..........................................................................................................15
2.2 Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600
system..........................................................................................................................................16
2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna ........................................................................................17
2.3.1 Safety distance between transmitter antenna and personnel......................................................17
2.3.2 Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI..............................................................18
2.3.3 Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)....................................................19
3 System overview...................................................................................................................................... 21
3.1 RF System SIMATIC RF600........................................................................................................21
3.1.1 Application areas of RF600..........................................................................................................22
3.1.2 System components (hardware/software) ...................................................................................23
3.1.3 Features.......................................................................................................................................25
4 RF600 system planning ........................................................................................................................... 29
4.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................................29
4.2 Possible system configurations....................................................................................................29
4.2.1 Scenario for incoming goods .......................................................................................................30
4.2.2 Scenario for material handling control .........................................................................................32
4.2.3 Scenario for workpiece identification ...........................................................................................34
4.2.4 Scenario for Intra logistics............................................................................................................36
4.2.5 Scenario for outgoing goods........................................................................................................38
4.3 Antenna configurations ................................................................................................................40
4.3.1 Antenna configuration example ...................................................................................................41
4.3.2 Possibilities and application areas for antenna configurations....................................................42
4.3.3 Tag orientation in space...............................................................................................................46
4.3.4 Specified minimum and maximum spacing of antennas .............................................................47
4.3.5 Mutual interference of readers (antennas)...................................................................................49
4.3.6 Reading range .............................................................................................................................50
4.3.7 Operation of several readers within restricted space ..................................................................51
4.3.7.1 Dense Reader Mode....................................................................................................................51
4.3.7.2 Optimizing tag reading accuracy .................................................................................................53
4.3.7.3 Optimization of robustness of tag data accesses for readers that are operated
simultaneously .............................................................................................................................53
4.3.7.4 Frequency hopping ......................................................................................................................55
4.3.7.5 Listen before talk..........................................................................................................................55
4.4 Environmental conditions for transponders/tags..........................................................................56
4.4.1 Basic rules....................................................................................................................................56
4.5 The response of electromagnetic waves in the UHF band..........................................................57
4.5.1 The effect of reflections and interference ....................................................................................57

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4.5.2 Influence of metals ...................................................................................................................... 58
4.5.3 Influence of liquids and non-metallic substances........................................................................ 58
4.5.4 Influence of external components ............................................................................................... 59
4.6 Regulations applicable to frequency bands ................................................................................ 60
4.6.1 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe ....................................................................... 60
4.6.1.1 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe (ETSI EN 302 208 V1.1.2) ............................ 60
4.6.1.2 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Europe (ETSI EN 302 208 V1.2.1) ............................ 62
4.6.1.3 Regulations for frequency bands according to EN 300 220 (short range device) ...................... 63
4.6.1.4 Partial abrogation of the regulations for France.......................................................................... 64
4.6.2 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in the USA ..................................................................... 66
4.6.3 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in Thailand ..................................................................... 67
4.6.4 Regulations for UHF frequency bands in China.......................................................................... 68
4.7 Guidelines for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ................................................................... 69
4.7.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 69
4.7.2 What does EMC mean?.............................................................................................................. 70
4.7.3 Basic rules................................................................................................................................... 71
4.7.4 Propagation of electromagnetic interference ..............................................................................72
4.7.5 Prevention of interference sources ............................................................................................. 75
4.7.6 Equipotential bonding.................................................................................................................. 76
4.7.7 Cable shielding............................................................................................................................ 77
5 Readers................................................................................................................................................... 79
5.1 RF660R reader ........................................................................................................................... 80
5.1.1 Description .................................................................................................................................. 80
5.1.1.1 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................. 81
5.1.1.2 Design of the RF660R reader ..................................................................................................... 82
5.1.1.3 Status displays ............................................................................................................................ 83
5.1.1.4 Pin assignment of the serial interfaces ....................................................................................... 84
5.1.1.5 Pin assignment and connections of the digital I/O interface....................................................... 85
5.1.1.6 Pin assignment of the connecting cable ..................................................................................... 87
5.1.1.7 Power supply............................................................................................................................... 88
5.1.1.8 Grounding connection................................................................................................................. 88
5.1.2 Planning application.................................................................................................................... 89
5.1.2.1 Increasing the probability of identification for tags - Antenna switching ..................................... 90
5.1.3 Installation /Mounting .................................................................................................................. 91
5.1.3.1 Configuration/integration............................................................................................................. 92
5.1.4 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................. 94
5.1.4.1 Mechanical data.......................................................................................................................... 94
5.1.4.2 Technical data according to EPC and ISO ................................................................................. 96
5.1.5 Dimension drawings.................................................................................................................... 97
5.1.6 Certificates and approvals........................................................................................................... 98
5.1.6.1 CE mark ...................................................................................................................................... 98
5.1.6.2 FCC information .......................................................................................................................... 99
5.2 RF620R reader ......................................................................................................................... 100
5.2.1 Description ................................................................................................................................ 100
5.2.1.1 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 101
5.2.1.2 Status display............................................................................................................................ 102
5.2.1.3 Pin assignment of the RS422 interface..................................................................................... 103
5.2.1.4 Pin assignment of the connecting cable ................................................................................... 103
5.2.1.5 Grounding connection............................................................................................................... 104
5.2.2 Planning application.................................................................................................................. 105
5.2.2.1 Minimum mounting clearances of two readers ......................................................................... 105
5.2.2.2 Antenna diagram for RF620R (ETSI)........................................................................................ 105
5.2.2.3 Antenna diagram for RF620R (FCC) ........................................................................................ 108

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5.2.2.4 Antenna/read point configurations .............................................................................................111
5.2.3 Installing/Mounting .....................................................................................................................111
5.2.3.1 Mounting/Installing FCC.............................................................................................................112
5.2.4 Configuration/integration............................................................................................................113
5.2.4.1 Transmission protocols..............................................................................................................114
5.2.5 Technical data............................................................................................................................114
5.2.5.1 Mechanical data.........................................................................................................................114
5.2.5.2 Technical data according to EPC and ISO ................................................................................116
5.2.5.3 Maximum number of readable tags ...........................................................................................117
5.2.6 Dimension drawings...................................................................................................................118
5.2.7 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................118
5.2.7.1 Certificates and approvals for RF620R (FCC)...........................................................................119
5.2.7.2 FCC information.........................................................................................................................120
5.3 RF630R reader ..........................................................................................................................121
5.3.1 Description .................................................................................................................................121
5.3.1.1 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................122
5.3.1.2 Status display.............................................................................................................................123
5.3.1.3 Pin assignment of the RS422 interface .....................................................................................124
5.3.1.4 Pin assignment of the connecting cable ....................................................................................124
5.3.1.5 Grounding connection................................................................................................................125
5.3.2 Planning application...................................................................................................................126
5.3.2.1 Minimum mounting clearances of two antennas of different readers ........................................126
5.3.2.2 Antenna/read point configurations .............................................................................................126
5.3.3 Installing/Mounting .....................................................................................................................127
5.3.3.1 Mounting/Installation ..................................................................................................................127
5.3.4 Configuration/integration............................................................................................................128
5.3.4.1 Transmission protocols..............................................................................................................129
5.3.5 Technical data............................................................................................................................129
5.3.5.1 Mechanical data.........................................................................................................................129
5.3.5.2 Technical data according to EPC and ISO ................................................................................131
5.3.5.3 Maximum number of readable tags ...........................................................................................132
5.3.6 Dimension drawings...................................................................................................................133
5.3.7 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................134
5.3.7.1 FCC information.........................................................................................................................135
5.3.7.2 IC-FCB information ....................................................................................................................135
6 Antennas ............................................................................................................................................... 137
6.1 RF660A antenna........................................................................................................................137
6.1.1 RF660A description ...................................................................................................................137
6.1.2 Antenna pattern .........................................................................................................................138
6.1.3 Installation and assembly...........................................................................................................141
6.1.3.1 Mounting with antenna mounting plate ......................................................................................142
6.1.3.2 Mounting with antenna mounting kit ..........................................................................................144
6.1.4 Connecting an antenna to a reader ...........................................................................................145
6.1.5 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................147
6.2 Guidelines for selecting RFID UHF antennas............................................................................147
6.2.1 Note safety information ..............................................................................................................147
6.2.2 Introduction ................................................................................................................................148
6.2.2.1 About this documentation ..........................................................................................................148
6.2.3 General application planning .....................................................................................................149
6.2.3.1 Overview of the total SIMATIC RF600 system and its influencing factors ................................149
6.2.3.2 Environmental conditions...........................................................................................................150
6.2.3.3 General procedure .....................................................................................................................150
6.2.4 Antennas....................................................................................................................................151

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6.2.4.1 Types of antenna and properties .............................................................................................. 151
6.2.4.2 Antenna parameters.................................................................................................................. 151
6.2.5 Antenna cables ......................................................................................................................... 163
6.2.5.1 Selection criteria........................................................................................................................ 163
6.2.5.2 Notes on use ............................................................................................................................. 165
6.2.6 Parameterization ....................................................................................................................... 166
6.2.6.1 Setting of parameters in the SIMATIC RF660R configuration software ................................... 166
6.2.7 Application example .................................................................................................................. 168
7 Transponder/tags................................................................................................................................... 171
7.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 171
7.1.1 Tags in different sizes and types .............................................................................................. 171
7.1.2 Mode of operation of transponders/tags ...................................................................................172
7.1.3 Transponder classes and generations......................................................................................173
7.1.4 Electronic Product Code (EPC) ................................................................................................ 175
7.2 SIMATIC RF630L Smartlabel.................................................................................................... 177
7.2.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 177
7.2.2 Minimum spacing between labels ............................................................................................. 178
7.2.3 Memory configuration for smart labels with MLFBs -00, -01, -02 ............................................. 178
7.2.4 Memory configuration for smart labels with MLFB -03 ............................................................. 181
7.2.5 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 183
7.2.6 Technical data........................................................................................................................... 183
7.2.7 Dimension drawings.................................................................................................................. 186
7.3 SIMATIC RF620T ..................................................................................................................... 188
7.3.1 Characteristics .......................................................................................................................... 188
7.3.2 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 189
7.3.3 Planning the use ....................................................................................................................... 189
7.3.3.1 Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers ........................................................... 189
7.3.3.2 Directional radio pattern of the transponder on non-metallic surfaces ..................................... 190
7.3.3.3 Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on
metal.......................................................................................................................................... 193
7.3.3.4 Reading range on flat metallic carrier plates............................................................................. 194
7.3.3.5 Influence of conducting walls on the reading range.................................................................. 195
7.3.3.6 Directional radio pattern of the transponder on metallic surfaces............................................. 197
7.3.3.7 Reading range when mounted on ESD carrier materials ......................................................... 198
7.3.3.8 Communication with multiple transponders .............................................................................. 199
7.3.4 Mounting instructions ................................................................................................................ 200
7.3.5 Memory configuration................................................................................................................ 202
7.3.6 Technical Specifications............................................................................................................ 204
7.3.6.1 Mechanical data........................................................................................................................ 204
7.3.6.2 Electrical data............................................................................................................................ 204
7.3.6.3 Memory specifications............................................................................................................... 205
7.3.6.4 Environmental conditions.......................................................................................................... 205
7.3.6.5 Chemical resistance of the transponder RF620T ..................................................................... 206
7.3.7 Certificates and approvals......................................................................................................... 209
7.3.7.1 Certificates and approvals......................................................................................................... 209
7.3.8 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 210
7.4 SIMATIC RF630T...................................................................................................................... 211
7.4.1 Characteristics .......................................................................................................................... 211
7.4.2 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 212
7.4.3 Planning application.................................................................................................................. 212
7.4.3.1 Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on
metal.......................................................................................................................................... 212
7.4.3.2 Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates.................................................... 214

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7.4.3.3 Influence of conducting walls on the reading range...................................................................215
7.4.3.4 Directional radiation pattern of the transponder.........................................................................216
7.4.4 Mounting instructions .................................................................................................................218
7.4.5 Memory configuration ................................................................................................................219
7.4.6 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................222
7.4.6.1 Mechanical data.........................................................................................................................222
7.4.6.2 Electrical data.............................................................................................................................222
7.4.6.3 Memory specifications ...............................................................................................................223
7.4.6.4 Environmental conditions...........................................................................................................223
7.4.6.5 Chemical resistance of the transponder ....................................................................................224
7.4.7 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................225
7.4.8 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................226
7.5 SIMATIC RF640T .....................................................................................................................227
7.5.1 Characteristics ...........................................................................................................................227
7.5.2 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................228
7.5.3 Planning the use ........................................................................................................................229
7.5.3.1 Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on
metal ..........................................................................................................................................229
7.5.3.2 Reading range on flat metallic carrier plates .............................................................................230
7.5.3.3 Influence of conducting walls on the reading range...................................................................231
7.5.3.4 Directional radiation pattern of the transponder.........................................................................232
7.5.3.5 Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers ............................................................233
7.5.3.6 Use of the transponder in hazardous areas...............................................................................233
7.5.3.7 Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for gases...............................................................234
7.5.3.8 Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for dusts................................................................235
7.5.4 Mounting instructions .................................................................................................................235
7.5.5 Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................236
7.5.5.1 Mechanical data.........................................................................................................................236
7.5.5.2 Electrical data.............................................................................................................................236
7.5.5.3 Memory specifications ...............................................................................................................237
7.5.5.4 Environmental conditions...........................................................................................................237
7.5.5.5 Chemical resistance of the RF640T transponder ......................................................................238
7.5.6 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................240
7.5.6.1 Manufacturer's declaration RF640T UHF Tool Tag Version 1...................................................240
7.5.7 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................241
7.6 SIMATIC RF640T Gen 2............................................................................................................242
7.6.1 Characteristics ...........................................................................................................................242
7.6.2 Ordering data .............................................................................................................................243
7.6.3 Planning the use ........................................................................................................................243
7.6.3.1 Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on
metal ..........................................................................................................................................243
7.6.3.2 Reading range when mounted on flat metallic carrier plates.....................................................244
7.6.3.3 Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers ............................................................245
7.6.3.4 Influence of conducting walls on the reading range...................................................................245
7.6.3.5 Directional radiation pattern of the transponder.........................................................................246
7.6.3.6 Use of the transponder in the Ex protection area ......................................................................247
7.6.3.7 Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for gases...............................................................248
7.6.3.8 Use of the transponder in hazardous areas for dusts................................................................249
7.6.4 Mounting instructions .................................................................................................................250
7.6.5 Memory configuration ................................................................................................................251
7.6.6 Technical Specifications ............................................................................................................254
7.6.6.1 Mechanical data.........................................................................................................................254
7.6.6.2 Electrical data.............................................................................................................................254
7.6.6.3 Memory specifications ...............................................................................................................255

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7.6.6.4 Environmental conditions.......................................................................................................... 255
7.6.6.5 Chemical resistance of the RF640T Gen 2 transponder .......................................................... 256
7.6.7 Certificates and approvals......................................................................................................... 258
7.6.7.1 Manufacturer's declaration RF640T Gen 2 UHF Tool Tag Version 1....................................... 258
7.6.8 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 259
7.7 SIMATIC RF680T...................................................................................................................... 260
7.7.1 Characteristics .......................................................................................................................... 260
7.7.2 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 261
7.7.3 Planning the use ....................................................................................................................... 262
7.7.3.1 Reading range when mounted on non-metallic carriers ........................................................... 262
7.7.3.2 Directional radiation pattern of the transponder on non-metallic surfaces ............................... 263
7.7.3.3 Optimum antenna/transponder positioning with plane mounting of the transponder on
metal.......................................................................................................................................... 265
7.7.3.4 Reading range when mounted on plane metallic carrier plates................................................ 266
7.7.3.5 Influence of conducting walls on the reading range.................................................................. 267
7.7.3.6 Directional radiation pattern of the transponder on metallic surfaces....................................... 269
7.7.4 Mounting instructions ................................................................................................................ 270
7.7.5 Memory configuration................................................................................................................ 271
7.7.6 Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 274
7.7.6.1 Mechanical data........................................................................................................................ 274
7.7.6.2 Electrical data............................................................................................................................ 274
7.7.6.3 Memory specifications............................................................................................................... 275
7.7.6.4 Environmental conditions.......................................................................................................... 275
7.7.6.5 Chemical resistance of the RF680T transponder ..................................................................... 276
7.7.7 Certificates and approvals......................................................................................................... 277
7.7.8 Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 277
8 Integration into networks........................................................................................................................ 279
8.1 Integration in IT networks.......................................................................................................... 279
8.1.1 RF660R..................................................................................................................................... 279
8.1.2 Configuration of RF660R via XML ............................................................................................ 279
8.1.3 RF-MANAGER and PC integration of the RF620R/RF630R and RF660R readers ................. 280
8.1.3.1 Tasks of RF-MANAGER ........................................................................................................... 281
8.1.3.2 RF-MANAGER components ..................................................................................................... 282
8.1.3.3 Hardware and system requirements for RF620R/RF630R operation....................................... 282
8.1.3.4 Connecting principle.................................................................................................................. 283
8.1.3.5 Pin assignment for TRP-C06 interface converter ..................................................................... 284
8.1.3.6 Pin assignment connector EX-42054-9-8S interface converter card........................................ 285
8.1.3.7 Number of readers .................................................................................................................... 286
8.1.3.8 Set parameters.......................................................................................................................... 286
8.1.3.9 Operating modes....................................................................................................................... 289
8.1.3.10 Supported tag types .................................................................................................................. 289
8.1.3.11 Constraints ................................................................................................................................ 290
8.2 Integration in SIMATIC networks .............................................................................................. 291
9 System diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 299
9.1 Error messages and flash codes for RF660R........................................................................... 299
9.2 Error messages and flash codes for RF620R/RF630R ............................................................ 300
10 Accessories ........................................................................................................................................... 305
10.1 Wide-range power supply unit for SIMATIC RF systems ......................................................... 305
10.1.1 Features .................................................................................................................................... 305
10.1.2 Scope of supply......................................................................................................................... 306
10.1.3 Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 306

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10.1.4 Safety Information......................................................................................................................307
10.1.5 Connecting.................................................................................................................................309
10.1.6 Technical specifications .............................................................................................................309
10.1.7 Pin assignment of DC outputs and mains connection ...............................................................311
10.1.8 Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................312
10.1.9 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................313
A Appendix................................................................................................................................................ 315
A.1 Certificates and approvals .........................................................................................................315
A.2 National regulations ...................................................................................................................318
A.2.1 Exceptions for certain regions in France ...................................................................................318
A.3 Service & Support ......................................................................................................................320
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................ 323
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 337

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Introduction 1
1.1 Preface
Purpose of this document
This system manual contains the information needed to plan and configure the RF600
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 this documentation
This documentation is valid for all supplied versions of the SIMATIC RF600 system and
describes the state of delivery as of July 2009.
Conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
● Reader, write/read device
● Tag, transponder, mobile data memory, data carrier, SmartLabel
● Communication module, interface module
History
Edition Note
11/2005 First edition
03/2006 2nd revised edition
04/2006 3rd revised and extended edition
Details in the technical descriptions were revised.
06/2006 4th revised and extended edition
07/2008 5th revised and extended edition
11/2008 6th revised and extended edition:
new RF620R and RF630R readers
07/2009 7th revised and extended edition:
FCC approval RF620R/RF630R
10/2009 8th revised and expanded edition for multitag
mode

Introduction
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Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with EC directives. 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.
1.2 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 Information 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 RF600.
RF600 system planning Information about possible applications of SIMATIC RF600, support for application
planning, tools for finding suitable SIMATIC RF600 components.
Readers Description of readers which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Antennas Description of antennas which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Transponder/tags Description of transponders which can be used for SIMATIC RF600.
Integration into networks Integration of the RF600 reader to higher-level systems, control.
System diagnostics Description of the flash codes and error codes of the reader.
Accessories Connecting cable, wide-range power supply unit, technical data, ordering lists, dimension
drawings
Appendix Service and support, contact partners, training centers.
List of abbreviations List of all abbreviations used in the document.

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Safety Information 2
2.1 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover of this documentation.
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN,
UL and CSA. If you have questions about the admissibility of the installation in the
designated 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 where you
purchased your device to find out which system expansion devices may safely be installed.
CAUTION
If you cause system defects by improperly installing or exchanging system expansion
devices, the warranty becomes void.

Safety Information
2.2 Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications to the RF600 system
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2.2 Safety instructions for third-party antennas as well as for modifications
to the RF600 system
Always observe the following general safety instructions before selecting a component from
a different vendor:
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for functional suitability or legal implications for
the installation of third-party components.
NOTICE
Loss of radio equipment approvals
A
lterations to the SIMATIC RF600 devices themselves are not permitted. Failure to observe
this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the CE, FCC, UL, CSA radio equipment
approvals and the manufacturer's warranty.
Modifications to the SIMATIC RF600 system
CAUTION
Damage to the system
If you install unsuitable or unapproved extensions, you may damage the system or violate
the safety requirements and regulations for radio frequency interference suppression.
Contact your technical support team or where you purchased your device to find out which
system extensions may safely be installed.
CAUTION
Loss of warranty
If you cause defects on the SIMATIC RF600 system by improperly installing or exchanging
system expansions, the warranty becomes void.
NOTICE
Loss of validity for type tests and certificates
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to VDE/DIN, IEC, EN,
UL and CSA. When using RFID components which do not belong to the RF600 range of
products, the validity of all type tests as well as all certificates relevant to the RF600 are
canceled: CE, FCC, UL, CSA.

Safety Information
2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
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Note
User responsibility for modified product
As a user of the modified product, you accept responsibility for use of the complete RFID
product comprising both SIMATIC RF600 components and third-party RFID components.
This particularly applies to modification or replacement of:
•Antennas
•Antenna cables
•RF660R readers
•Power supply units with connection cables
2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
2.3.1 Safety distance between transmitter antenna and personnel
For antenna configurations where it is possible to be briefly or constantly within the
transmission range of the antennas, as in loading ramps, for example, minimum distances
must be maintained.
Limits
The ICRP (International Commission of Radiological Protection) has worked out limit values
for human exposure to HF fields that are also recommended by the ICNIRP (International
Commission of Non Ionizing Radiological Protection). In German legislation on emissions
(since 1997), the following limit values apply. These can vary according to frequency:
Frequency f [MHz] Electrical field strength E [V/m] Magnetic field strength H [A/m]
10 - 400 27,5 0,073
400 - 2.000 1.375 x f1/2 0.0037 x f1/2
2.000 - 300.000 61 0,16
The limit values for the 900 MHz reader antenna alternating field are thus:
Electrical field strength: E = 41.25 V/m
Magnetic field strength: H = 0.111 A/m
HF power density: E x H = 4.57 W/m2

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2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
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2.3.2 Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI
Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with ETSI (EU, EFTA, Turkey)
At a transmission frequency of 900 MHz, the wavelength of the electromagnetic wave λ is
approximately 0.34 m. For distances less than 1 λ in the near field, the electrical field
strength diminishes exponentially to the power three over distance, and for distances greater
than 1 λ, it diminishes exponentially to the power two over distance.
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5 0,6 0,7 0.8 0.9 1
(OHFWULFDOILHOGVWUHQJWKDWDGLVWDQFHIURPWKH7;DQWHQQDIRU3 :(53
'LVWDQFHP
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The horizontal line at 41.25V/m marks the "safety limit value".
For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with ETSI (2W ERP), the
"safety distance" d = 0.24 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 24cm
to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without
interruption). Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for a brief period, even for repeated
periods (at a distance < 0.24 m), is harmless according to current knowledge.
Distance to transmitter antenna [m] Feld strength [V/m] % of limit value
1 10 24
5 2 5
If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (2 watts ERP), the
"safety distance" reduces correspondingly.
The values for this are as follows:
Transmitter power ERP [W] Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]
1,0 0,17
0,5 0,12

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2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
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2.3.3 Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)
Minimum distance to antenna in accordance with FCC (USA)
For the maximum permisisble transmission power in accordance with FCC (4W EIRP), the
"safety distance" d = 0.26 m. This means that personnel should not remain closer than 26cm
to the transmitter antenna for extended periods (more than several hours without
interruption). Remaining within the vicinity of the antenna for brief period, even repeated
periods (at a distance < 0.26 m) is harmless to health according to current knowledge.
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1
(OHFWULFDOILHOGVWUHQJWKDWDGLVWDQFHIURPWKH7;DQWHQQDIRU3 :(,53
'LVWDQFHP
)LHOGVWUHQJWK9P
The horizontal line at 41.25 V/m marks the "safety limit value".
Distance to transmitter antenna [m] Feld strength [V/m] % of limit value
1 10,9 26
5 2,2 5,3
If the transmitter power is set lower than the highest permissible value (4 watts ERP), the
"safety distance" reduces correspondingly.
The values for this are as follows:
Transmitter power ERP [W] Safety distance to transmitter antenna [m]
2.0 0.185
0.5 0.13

Safety Information
2.3 Safety distance to transmitter antenna
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