TagMaster XT-1 User manual

XT-1 / XT Mini
Manual

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Note: This equipment has FCCID M39XTXX (XT-1) or M39XTMX (XT Mini). It complies with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuantto part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Caution: To comply with Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC and FCC regulations, this reader must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 25 cm (XT-1) or 20 cm (XT Mini) from all persons and
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Copyright
The copyright and ownership of this document belongs to TagMaster AB. The document may be downloaded
or copied provided that all copies contain the full information from the complete document. All other copying
requires a written approval from TagMaster AB.
Disclaimer
While effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this document TagMaster AB
assumes no responsibility for any errors oromissions, orfor damagesresulting fromthe use of the information
contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 5
Readers.........................................................................................................5
Tags ..............................................................................................................5
SecureMarkID
®
..............................................................................................5
2 Installation 5
Safety Instructions.........................................................................................5
Reader and Tag Placement...........................................................................6
Mounting Instructions.....................................................................................8
2.3.1 Universal Mounting Kit (UMK)....................................................................8
2.3.2 Dimensions................................................................................................8
Cable Connections ........................................................................................9
2.4.1 XT-1...........................................................................................................9
2.4.2 XT Mini.......................................................................................................9
Wire Connections ........................................................................................10
2.5.1 Spring Cage Terminals ............................................................................10
2.5.2 Ethernet and USB....................................................................................10
3 Interfaces 11
Overview......................................................................................................11
Power Supply ..............................................................................................11
Wiegand/Magstripe......................................................................................12
3.3.1 Wiegand Timing.......................................................................................13
3.3.2 Magstripe Timing......................................................................................14
Ethernet.......................................................................................................14
RS232 .........................................................................................................15
RS485 .........................................................................................................16
Inputs...........................................................................................................17
Light and Sound...........................................................................................17
Relay...........................................................................................................18
USB.............................................................................................................18
MicroSD Memory Card Slot .........................................................................18
Tamper Switch (XT Mini only)......................................................................18
DIP Switches...............................................................................................19
3.13.1 Interface Configuration DIP Switch (S301)...............................................19
3.13.2 Software Configuration DIP Switch (S101)...............................................19
4 Configuration 20
Web Interface..............................................................................................20
4.1.1 Start.........................................................................................................20
4.1.2 Information...............................................................................................20
4.1.3 Settings…................................................................................................21
4.1.4 Access Controller… .................................................................................21
4.1.5 Web Tools…............................................................................................21
4.1.6 Documentation.........................................................................................21
4.1.7 Reboot.....................................................................................................21
Region.........................................................................................................22
Tag Reading................................................................................................22
4.3.1 Carrier and Read Level............................................................................22
4.3.2 EPC Select...............................................................................................22
4.3.3 EPC Memory Bank/Custom Format .........................................................22
4.3.4 Tag Filter..................................................................................................22
4.3.5 Data Selection..........................................................................................23
4.3.6 Data Format.............................................................................................23
Firmware Upgrade.......................................................................................23
Factory Defaults...........................................................................................23

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5 Connecting to an External System 24
Wiegand/Magstripe......................................................................................24
5.1.1 Easy Configuration...................................................................................24
OSDP (RS485)............................................................................................27
5.2.1 Easy Configuration...................................................................................27
Push (RS232, RS485, TCP/IP)....................................................................28
TAGP (TCP/IP)............................................................................................28
Other Protocols............................................................................................28
6 Built-in Access Controller 29
7 Troubleshooting 30
8 Definitions and Abbreviations 30
9 References 30
10 Technical Specification 31

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1 Introduction
Readers
XT-1 and XT Mini are EPC Gen 2 (ISO 18000-63) compliant
RFID readers with integrated antennas. Both readers are
tailored for Automatic Vehicle Identification applications such
as Parking, Gated Communities and Condominiums. As such,
the readers are designed for outdoor use and support a large
number of interfaces and protocols. While XT-1 is a generic
reader with maximum possible read range, XT Mini is
optimized for pole mounting close to the vehicle lane.
EPC Gen 2 readers operate in the 860-960 MHz UHF range.
To support varying global regulations, the readers come in two
versions: EU that operates in the 865-868 MHz range and US
that operates in the 902-928 MHz range. Both versions can be
configured to work in additional regions.
Tags
EPC Gen 2 tags are typically passive, which means that they draw power from the reader's electromagnetic
field instead of having a battery. XT-1 and XT Mini support all UHF tags that comply with the EPC Gen 2
standard. Specifically, they support the SecureMarkID
®
format developed by TagMaster to ensure that each
tag has a truly unique identity that is difficult to clone.
SecureMarkID
®
The EPC Gen 2 standard was not originally developed for access control and therefore has a few
weaknesses in these applications. Even if all modern tags have a unique ID, this is often too long for
existing access control systems and tags cannot be bought with the IDs in sequence. User-programmed
tags can often be cloned by anybody with access to an EPC Gen 2 reader.
To address this issue, TagMaster has developed the SecureMarkID
®
format that uses an encryption
algorithm and non-writeable parts of the tags to create a unique 9-digit ID that works well with access
control systems, can be bought in sequence, and is difficult to clone. It is recommend to only use
SecureMarkID
®
tags with the reader.
2 Installation
Safety Instructions
The following safety instruction should be observed during installation, normal use, and service.
Installation and service should only be done by qualified personnel.
Shields of cables should be connected to safety ground.
The reader must be disconnected from all voltage sources before any installation or service work.
Capacitors inside the reader can hold their charge even if the equipment has been disconnected
from all voltage sources.
Do not modify any part of the product. Repair is to be performed by TagMaster only.
Where local regulations exist, these are to be followed. The safety information in this manual is a
supplement to local regulations. It is the responsibility of the local project manager to make certain
that local regulations are known and followed.
Figure 1 XT-1 and XT Mini

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Reader and Tag Placement
Figure 2 shows some typical installations for the XT-1 reader:
A. Single lane parking entrance. The reader is directed to read windshield or headlight tags.
B. Multilane parking entrance. To minimize the risk for cross reads, the readers are mounted above the
cars and the cars are equipped with windshield or headlight tags.
C. Access control (at the gate) and vehicle identification (at the weighbridge). The trucks are equipped
with ISO card tags that are mounted in a holder on the windshield and read from the side.
D. Traffic control. Readers are used to enable a green wave for buses.
Figure 2 XT-1 installations
Figure 3 shows two installations with side-mounted readers.
A. XT Mini is optimal for parking access with moderate read range requirements.
B. A side-mounted XT-1 can be used to cover a wide road.
Figure 3 Side-mounted reader (A: XT Mini, B: XT-1)
A B
D
C
A B

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The reader's radiation pattern or read lobe (the region where the reader can read tags) is shaped like a
balloon in front of the reader as shown in Figure 4. The maximum read range is obtained when the tag is at
the tip of the balloon. At or close to this point, the width of the balloon is very small, which means that the
tag has to be accurately positioned to be read. It is recommended to mount the reader such that the tag
can be read at the widest part of the balloon which is at around 60-70% of maximum read range. If
required, the maximum read range can be reduced as described in section 4.3.1.
The reader should be mounted such that there is free sight
between the reader and the tag. Radio waves from the reader
cannot pass through metal or objects containing water (such as
humans). Metallic objects close to the reader may cause
reflections that can significantly reduce the read range.
Different tags have different mounting requirements. ISO card tags
are generally optimized for free air and - if used in a car - should
be mounted in a card holder that creates an air gap between the
tag and the windshield. Windshield tags must be mounted on the
windshield for optimal performance. Typical tags do not work if
they are mounted on metal or objects containing water. Metallized
windshields may prevent tag reading as they block radio waves.
Most EPC Gen 2 tags have a donut shaped radiation pattern as shown in Figure 5. This means that the
tags can be read not only when the front side is facing the reader, but also when the backside or long
edges are facing the reader. If the tag is turned such that one of the short edges is facing the reader, the
read range drops rapidly.
If the reader is mounted beside the car, the tag should be mounted with the donut lying as shown in the left
part of Figure 5. Note that the tag can be mounted in the windshield and read when the long edge of the tag
is facing the reader. If the windshield is metallized, the tag can be mounted in the side window or on the
front of the B-pillar (with a suitable holder creating a distance from the metal). A side-mounted reader
together with a tag with a lying donut can be used to cover a wide road as shown in Figure 3 B.
If the reader is mounted above or in front of the car, the tag should be mounted with the donut standing as
shown in the right part of Figure 5. In a multilane installation (Figure 2 B) it is recommended to mount the
tags like this with the reader above the car to reduce the risk of cross reads. If the windshield is metallized,
a transparent tag can be mounted on the headlight.
Figure 5 Tag radiation patterns and example placement
Figure
4
XT
-
1 radiation pattern

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Mounting Instructions
Mount the reader in a horizontal position with the cable glands down. Study the installation examples and
radiation patterns in section 2.2 to determine the optimal placement of readers and tags in your installation.
2.3.1 Universal Mounting Kit (UMK)
The UMK (TagMaster part. no. 193600) makes it easy to mount
the reader in a wide variety of positions and angles. The kit
contains all parts needed to mount the reader on a wall or a
pole. The kit is designed and suitable for outdoor use. See
separate datasheet [1] for more details in on installation.
2.3.2 Dimensions
Reader dimensions are shown in Figure 7 (XT-1 to the left, XT Mini to the right).
Figure 7 Reader Dimensions in [inch] and mm
Figure
6
Universal Mounting Kit (UMK)

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Cable Connections
2.4.1 XT-1
In XT-1, cables should primarily be connected through the central M20 cable gland. This cable gland can
be used with one cable (Ø 6-12 mm) or two cables (Ø 2-6 mm) using the supplied insert. As an alternative,
one or more of the four M16 blind plugs can be replaced with cable glands. Use shielded flexible cables
with stranded wire. Ground the reader chassis using the grounding screw.
Figure 8 XT-1 with open lid (left), cable gland with insert for two cables (right)
2.4.2 XT Mini
In XT Mini, cables should be connected through the two M16 cable glands. A cable tie should be used to
guide the wires when the lid is closed. Make sure to use cables with flexible wires. It is recommended to
use the left cable gland for Ethernet connections and the right cable gland for other connections. An
example with power, Ethernet and RS485 connections is shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9 XT Mini with power, Ethernet and RS485 connections
Grounding screw

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Wire Connections
2.5.1 Spring Cage Terminals
With the exception of Ethernet and USB, all wires are connected to spring cage terminals.
These terminals are easy to use and work with both solid and stranded wires.
Instructions
1. Strip wire lead approximately 9 mm.
2. Push screwdriver down to release spring cage.
3. Insert wire into terminal.
4. Remove screwdriver to clamp wire.
5. Gently pull installed wire to make sure connection is reliable.
Wire size 0.5 mm
2
- 1.5 mm
2
(AWG 20 - AWG 16)
Table 1 Wire connection overview
2.5.2 Ethernet and USB
Ethernet connections are made with standard RJ45 connectors. Make sure to pass the Ethernet cable
through the cable gland before crimping the connector to the cable.
USB is intended for service and maintenance and is therefore connected only when the lid is open.
Connection is done using a standard USB type B cable.

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3 Interfaces
Overview
Figure 10 shows the locations of the different interfaces in XT-1 and XT Mini. The name of each interface is
listed in Table 2. The following sections refer to the interfaces as named in the table.
Figure 10 XT-1 (left) and XT Mini (right) interfaces
Position
Interface(s)
1 POWER, RS232, RS485, INPUTS, WIEG/MAG, RELAY, TMP (XT Mini only)
2 ETHERNET
3 USB
4 DIP S301
5 DIP S101
6 MICROSD
Table 2 Interface names
Power Supply
The reader shall be powered by an isolated power supply suitable for outdoor use. The required voltage is
12 VDC to 24 VDC. It is recommended to use a power supply of 24 VDC, 0.5 A minimum.
The power input has built-in reverse polarity protection.
Connections POWER:DC+
High supply potential
POWER:DC- Low supply potential (ground)
Supply voltage 12 VDC to 24 VDC
(Absolute minimum rating 10 VDC, absolute maximum rating 30 VDC)
Max cable length 100 m
Wire size Recommended 1.5 mm
2
(AWG 16)
Table 3 Power connection overview
1
3
2
6
4
5
1
6
5
4
1
2
3

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Wiegand/Magstripe
The reader has a software configurable Wiegand/Magstripe interface.
Connections
(Wiegand)
WIEG:D0 Wiegand 0
WIEG:D1 Wiegand 1
WIEG:CL Card load
WIEG:GND Signal ground #1
Connections
(Magstripe)
MAG:CLK Magstripe clock
MAG:DATA Magstripe data
MAG:LOAD Card load
MAG:GND Signal ground #1
Max cable length 100 m (depending on properties of receiving system)
Wire size 0.5 mm
2
(AWG 20), 1.5 mm
2
(AWG 16) above 10 m of length.
Voltage Typ 5 V / Max 30 V
Sink current Max 500 mA
Isolation Min 1500 VDC
Table 4 Wiegand connection overview
All Wiegand/Magstripe settings are available under Settings…/Interfaces…/Wieg/Mag in the web interface.
It is possible to select a predefined format or define a custom format.
The most common predefined formats can be selected by setting DIP switches S101:6-8 as shown in the
table below. When any of these switches are in the ON position, the reader is also configured to report tags
once and only accept SecureMarkID tags.
The following formats can be selected by DIP switches:
D = Data from tag (bit for Wiegand/digit for Magstripe)
S = Value of Site code
E = Even parity bit, O = Odd parity bit, X = Bit included in parity calculation
B = Magstripe start character, F = Magstripe stop character, L = Magstripe LRC
Output Format
Description
W26S/H10301
26-bit Wiegand (8-bit site code, 16-bit data):
ESSSSSSSSDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDO
XXXXXXXXXXXXX-------------
-------------XXXXXXXXXXXXX
W26N/H10301
26-bit Wiegand (24-bit data, no site code):
EDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDO
XXXXXXXXXXXXX-------------
-------------XXXXXXXXXXXXX
W34N
34-bit Wiegand (32-bit data, no site code):
EDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDO
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX-----------------
-----------------XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101

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W37N/H10302
37-bit Wiegand (35-bit data, no site code):
EDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDO
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX------------------
------------------XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
W37R/H10302
37-bit Wiegand (37-bit data, no site code, no parity):
DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
M8N/H10320
8-digit Magstripe:
[25 zeroes]BDDDDDDDDFL[165 zeroes]
Table 5 Wiegand/Magstripe formats
Using DIP switches S301:6-8 it is possible to activate 1 kΩpull-up resistors on D0/CLK, D1/DATA and
CL/LOAD. Details are shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11 Wiegand/Magstripe DIP switch configuration
3.3.1 Wiegand Timing
The following values apply when all outputs are pulled up to 5 V with 1 kΩresistors.
Symbol
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
t
SU
CL to D# setup time 1520 µs
t
F
Fall time (all signals) 125 ns
t
R
Rise time (all signals) 5 µs
t
PI
Pulse interval 2 ms
t
PW
Pulse width 80 µs
t
H
CL hold time after last D# change 1840 µs
Table 6 Wiegand interface timing
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101
S301:6
1kΩ
D0/CLK
5V
S301:7
1kΩ
D1/DATA
S301:8
1kΩ
CL/LOAD
GND

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t
SU
t
PI
t
PW
t
H
t
R
t
F
CL
D0
D1
≈ ≈ ≈
Figure 12 Wiegand timing diagram
3.3.2 Magstripe Timing
The following values apply when all outputs are pulled up to 5 V with 1 kΩresistors.
Symbol
Parameter
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
t
SU
LOAD to CLK setup time 1520 µs
t
F
Fall time (all signals) 125 ns
t
R
Rise time (all signals) 5 µs
t
CL
Clock low 480 µs
t
CH
Clock high 960 µs
t
H
LOAD hold time after last CLK change 1520 µs
t
DH
Data hold time 880 µs
Table 7 Magstripe interface timing
≈
≈
t
SU
LOAD
CLK
DATA
≈
t
CL
t
CH
t
DH
t
H
t
R
t
F
Figure 13 Magstripe timing diagram (note: data low = logic one)
Ethernet
The reader has a 10 Mbps/100 Mbps Ethernet interface with one (XT Mini) or two (XT-1) ports. The interface
supports auto crossover (Auto-MDIX) so that installation can be done using either patch cables or crossover
cables. Each port has two LED indicators for Link/Activity (Yellow/Flashing Yellow) and 10 Mbps/100 Mbps
speed (Off/Green).
Connections ETHERNET:A Ethernet port
ETHERNET:B (XT -1 only) Ethernet port
Max cable length 100 m
Wire size CAT5e cable or better is required for the Ethernet connection
Table 8 Ethernet connection overview
The reader's default IP address and subnet mask can be found on a label on the backside of the reader.
The default address is on the format 10.x.x.x and the subnet mask is 255.0.0.0. All IP settings can be

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changed under Settings…/Interfaces…/Ethernet in the web interface. A reboot is required to activate new
settings.
For convenience, it is possible to force the reader to use a fixed IP address by setting DIP switch S101:3 to
ON before starting the reader. The IP address will then be 169.254.1.1 and the subnet mask 255.255.0.0. A
PC that is directly connected to a reader will usually get an IP address in this subnet automatically.
The built-in Ethernet switch (XT-1 only) makes it possible to connect multiple readers in a chain.
Figure 14 Readers connected in a chain using the built-in Ethernet switch
The reader supports ICMP echo request/reply (ping) to simplify network troubleshooting. By default,
ping beep is enabled which means that the reader beeps when it receives a ping packet. Ping beep can be
used to identify which reader that has a specific IP address or to determine if ping packets get lost on the
way to the reader or from the reader. Ping beep can be disabled using the web interface.
The reader can work as a TCP server and/or TCP client. As a client, the reader automatically connects to a
specified TCP server when it has data to send. The IP address and port of the server and the protocol to
use can be configured under Settings…/Interfaces…/Ethernet in the web interface. Supported protocols are
Push and TAGP. As a TCP server, the reader supports several protocols, including TAGP.
RS232
The RS232 interface can be used for communication with a host system.
Connections RS232:TXD Transmitted data to host RS232:RXD Received data from host
RX232:GND
Signal ground #2
Max cable length 10 m
Wire size Specification according to EIA RS232C. Belden 9184 or Belden 9502 are
recommended.
Max Baud rate 115.2 kb/s (default)
Table 9 RS232 connection overview
The default output of the RS232 interface is tag data in ASCII format. If SecureMarkID
®
tags from
TagMaster are being used (recommended) the numeric identity is sent out. If other EPC tags are being
used the default output is the EPC data. The data is followed by CR+LF ("\r\n").
A TAGP connection can be initiated by sending the HELOTAGP message to the reader. The TAGP
connection is terminated with the QUIT message. Other protocols can be enabled using the web interface.
These protocols are described in separate manuals.
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RS485
The RS485 interface can be used for communication with a host system.
Connections
RS485:TX+ Transmitted data to host
RS485:TX- Transmitted data to host
RS485:GND
Signal ground #3
RS485:RX+ Received data from host
RS485:RX- Received data from host
Max cable length 1000 m
Wire size The cable for the RS485 interface must be a twisted pair cable and
conform to the EIA RS485 standard.
Max Baud Rate 115.2 kb/s (default)
Table 10 RS485 connection overview
The hardware supports 2-wire (DIP S301:1-2 ON) and 4-wire communication, half duplex and full duplex as
well as multi-drop. When using RS485 communication, correct termination of the interface should be
considered in order to handle transmission-line effects. The XT-1 has a built-in option (DIP S301:3 ON) of
120 Ωtermination on the receive side (to be used at each end of the RS485 chain), and an option
(DIP S301:4-5 ON) of 620 Ωbias on the receive side (to be used at one node in the RS485 chain). The
options using DIP switches are detailed in Figure 15 and also described in section 3.13.
With factory default settings, the reader should always be configured in 4-wire mode (DIP S301:1-2 OFF)
since the TAGP protocol requires a full-duplex link. Other protocols require different settings.
Figure 15 RS485 DIP switch configuration
The default output of the RS485 interface is tag data in ASCII format. If SecureMarkID
®
tags from
TagMaster are being used (recommended) the numeric identity is sent out. If other EPC tags are being
used the default output is the EPC data. The data is followed by CR+LF ("\r\n").
A TAGP connection can be initiated by sending the HELOTAGP message to the reader. The TAGP
connection is terminated with the QUIT message. Other protocols can be enabled using the web interface.
These protocols are described in separate manuals.
All RS485 settings are available under Settings…/Interfaces…/RS485 in the web interface.
RS485
driver
RX+
RX
-
TX-
TX+
S301:
1
S301:2
S301:5
S301:3
S301:4
5V is
120 Ω
620 Ω
620 Ω

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Inputs
The reader has 3 opto-coupled inputs.
Connections
INPUTS:IN1+ Input 1 positive terminal
INPUTS:IN1- Input 1 negative terminal
INPUTS:IN2+ Input 2 positive terminal
INPUTS:IN2- Input 2 negative terminal
INPUTS:IN3+ Input 3 positive terminal
INPUTS:IN3- Input 3 negative terminal
High Voltage (active) Min 3.0 V / Max 30 V
Low Voltage (inactive) Min 0.0 V / Max 0.2 V
Input impedance 1 kΩ
Max cable length 100 m
Wire size 0.5 mm
2
(AWG 20)
Table 11 Input connection overview
The inputs are activated by a current flow and the input impedance is 1 kΩ. A schematic view of an input is
shown in Figure 16.
Figure 16 Input schematic
The first two inputs can be used to control the green and red LED from an external access control system
to indicate if access has been granted or denied. The third input can be used as a read enable/disable
input. This input can be connected to an external presence detector such as an inductive loop to make sure
that the reader only reads tags when a vehicle is present.
All inputs have a debounce filter that is enabled by default. When the debounce filter is enabled, short
pulses on the inputs are ignored. Pulses must be at least 20 ms to guarantee that they are detected. The
polarity of the inputs can be inverted to cope with signals that are active high or active low.
The read enable/disable input can be configured to work in different modes. "Read time" is used to specify
how long time reading should be enabled after it has been activated by the input. If read time is zero,
reading is enabled as long as the input is active. The "Abort after read" setting can be used to abort reading
after a single tag has been read (read time must be non-zero for this setting to have any effect). The
"Indicator" setting is used to specify the colour of the LED when reading is enabled.
All input settings are available under Settings…/Interfaces…/Inputs in the web interface.
Light and Sound
The reader has a bright red/green/yellow LED indicator that is clearly visible on the front side of the reader.
The LED indicator can show when a tag has been read and if access has been granted or denied.
A built-in buzzer can give an audible indication when a tag has been read or settings have been changed.

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Relay
The relay output can be used to control a barrier, gate, or other object. The relay
can either be activated when any tag has been read or when an accepted tag has
been read. A tag is considered accepted when it is listed in the built-in access
controller's database. The active time can be configured.
Connections RELAY:COM Common RELAY:NO Normally Open
RELAY:NC Normally Closed
Switching current Max 2 A
Switch voltage Max 60 VDC / 30 VAC
Switching capacity: Max 60 W / 62,5 VA
Max cable length 100 m
Wire size 0.5 mm
2
(AWG 20)
Table 12 Output connection overview
Relay settings are available under Settings…/Interfaces…/Relay in the web interface.
USB
The reader has a USB connector that is used for service and maintenance.
Connections USB
USB connector Type B Jack
Speed 12 Mbps ("Full Speed")
MicroSD Memory Card Slot
The reader is equipped with a microSD memory card slot for additional storage.
Connections MICROSD
The microSD card is needed to use the built-in access controller and logging functionality. Information
about the currently inserted microSD card can be found under Settings…/Interfaces…/MicroSD in the web
interface. On this page it is also possible to format the microSD card.
Tamper Switch (XT Mini only)
The XT Mini reader has a tamper switch that can be connected to an external alarm loop. The circuit is
broken when the lid is opened.
Connections TMP:TMP A
TMP:TMP B
Figure
17
Inactive relay

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DIP Switches
Two 8-position DIP switches are available for interface and software configuration.
3.13.1 Interface Configuration DIP Switch (S301)
Position(s)
Description
1-2
RS485 2
-
wire mode
S301:1 ON = TX+ connected to RX+
S301:2 ON = TX– connected to RX–
3
RS485 termination
S301:3 ON = 120 Ωtermination between RX+ and RX-.
Termination should be activated at each end of an RS485 chain.
4-5
RS485 bias
S301:4 ON = 620 Ωpull-up from RX+ to 5 V
S301:5 ON = 620 Ωpull-down from RX- to 0 V
Bias should be activated at one node in an RS485 chain.
6-8
Wiegand/Magstripe pull
-
ups
S301:6 ON = 1 kΩpull-up from D0/CLK to 5 V
S301:7 ON = 1 kΩpull-up from D1/DATA to 5 V
S301:8 ON = 1 kΩpull-up from CL/LOAD to 5 V
Pull-ups should be activated when the reader is connected to an access control
system without built-in pull-ups.
Table 13 Interface Configuration DIP Switch (S301)
3.13.2 Software Configuration DIP Switch (S101)
Position(s)
Description
1
Firmware upgrade mode
S101:1 is used for firmware upgrade. See section 4.4 for more information.
2
Factory defaults
S101:2 is used to restore the reader to factory default settings.
See section 4.5 for more information.
3
Fixed IP address
S101:3 forces the reader to use the following IP settings:
IP address: 169.254.1.1
Netmask: 255.255.0.0
A Windows PC that is directly connected to a reader is normally automatically
assigned an IP address in the 169.254.x.x range. This means that it is possible to
connect to a reader without changing IP settings on the PC. It may be necessary to
run "ipconfig /release" if the PC has received IP settings over DHCP.
6-8
Easy configuration
S101:6-8 are used for easy configuration of Wiegand/Magstripe, OSDP, and other
settings. See sections 5.1.1 and 5.2.1 for more information.
Table 14 Software Configuration DIP Switch (S101)
1 8
ON
S301
1 8
ON
S301
1 8
ON
S301
1 8
ON
S301
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101
1 8
ON
S101

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4 Configuration
Web Interface
The reader has a web interface for configuration and maintenance. The web interface is designed and
tested to work with Google Chrome 34, Microsoft Internet Explorer 10, and Mozilla Firefox 28.
Figure 18 Web interface with expanded menu
Connect to the web interface by entering the reader's IP address in the web browser's address bar.
The reader's default IP address can be found on a label on the backside of the reader. The address is on
the format 10.x.x.x with subnet mask 255.0.0.0. It is also possible to force the reader to use a fixed IP
address by setting DIP switch S101:3 to ON before starting the reader. The IP address will then be
169.254.1.1 and the subnet mask 255.255.0.0. A PC that is directly connected to a reader will usually get
an IP address in this subnet automatically.
If the PC does not have an IP address that is in the same subnet as the reader it is necessary to change
the PC's address. In Windows 7, this is done using "Network and Sharing Center" in "Control Panel". Click
on "Local Area Connection", "Properties", "TCP/IPv4", and "Properties". Select "Use the following IP
address" and fill in "IP address" and "Subnet mask". If the reader has default IP settings, the values
10.0.0.10 and 255.0.0.0 can be used.
Note that the web interface may look slightly different depending on the version of the firmware in the
reader. Up-to-date documentation is always available under "Documentation" in the web interface menu.
4.1.1 Start
The "Start" page provides TagMaster contact information.
4.1.2 Information
The "Information" page provides information about the system.