TagMaster Anilog 3060 User manual
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About the Anilog. Page
4
Main Parts. Page
5
Menu Structure. Page
6
Navigation. Page
7
Getting Started. Page 7—10
Switch Anilog on. Page 6
Set Anilog Timeout. Page 7—8
Set Time and Date. Page 8
Choose a Weigh Method. Page 9
Choose a Communication Method. Page 8–10
Specify EID Mode. Page 10
Log an Action. Page
11
Dealing With Newborns. Page 12—14
Reading an EID tag. Page 12
Born F or M. Page 12
Colour/Breed. Page 13
Link to Dam (EID available). Page 13
Link to Dam (EID not available). Page . 13
Birth Weight. Page 14
Bought From. Page
14
Quantifiable Actions. Page 15
Search Mode. Page
16
Communications Mode. Page 16—17
Speed Mode. Page
17—18
Tools Mode. Page 18—
19
Print. Page
18
Battery Status. Page 19
Update Firmware. Page 19
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Setup Anilog. Page 20—26
Backlight. Page 20
Weigher. Page 20
Communication Mode. Page 21
Date and Time. Page 21
Beeper. Page 22
Timeout. Page 22
Clear History. Page 23
Clear Tags. Page 23
EID Mode. Page 23—24
Contrast. Page 24
Manual Tag Entry. Page 24—25
Configuration Options. Page 25—26
1. Battery Voltage. Page 25
2. Test Battery. Page 25
3. Test Memory. Page 25
4. Test Weigher. Page 26
5. Dump SRAM. Page 26
6. Dump flash RAM. Page 26
7. Reset Defaults. Page 26
8. Disable Configurations. Page 26
9. RFM Tuning Mode. Page 26
Ancillary Options. Page 26
Battery Charging. Page 27
Equipment List. Page 28
Technical Specs. Page 28
Trouble Shooting. Page
29—30
Notes. Page
31—33
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About the Anilog 3060
The Anilog 3060 is hand-held radio frequency identification (RFID) reader
designed to simplify the recording and management of livestock identification
in the field. Each animal carries a special tag which has a unique electronic
identification (EID) number. The Anilog 3060 recognises this tag and can thus
identify each animal. The 3060 can be used to read any international standards
organisation (ISO) electronic ear tag on any animal
The stockman can record information about the animal on the 3060’s
internal history log. This data can then be transferred to the computer
database where records for all the stocks are stored.
If desired the 3060 can also be connected via a cable to a printer or an
electronic weighing machine. Information can be automatically transferred
from the weighing machine to the 3060.
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Anilog main parts
Arrow Keys
Use to scroll up and down
the list on the LCD display.
On/Off Button
Use to switch the unit
on and off.
Cradle
This is where the
Anilog is placed to re-
charge the battery.
Also used to
communicate with a PC
via the supplied cable.
The cradle has a
second charger on the
reverse of the unit
allowing
Antenna
This receives the radio signals
from the animal’s ID tag,
enabling individual identification
of each animal.
LCD Display
This is where all
information will be
displayed.
Status LED
Shows whether the
Anilog is waiting for a
tag (RED flashing) or
has just read a tag
(GREEN flashing).
Select Key
Used to select options
and to store
information entered
on the keypad.
Numeric Keypad
Standard 0 - 9 and # keys
allows manual input of
information.
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Menu Structure
Read Tag
Search
Tag
Management
Official
Communications
Speed
Mode
Start
Select Actions
Clear Selection
Raceway Mode
Tools
Print Print History
Print New Tags
Information
Battery
Status
Update
Firmware
Print Old Tags
Print Info
Setup
Anilog
Set Backlight
Set Weigher
Set Communication Mode
Set Date and Time
Set Beeper
Set Timeout
Clear History
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Navigation
The Anilog 3060 uses four main buttons to navigate it’s menu structure
Switches the Anilog 3060 on and off. Also used to
close any option or sub menu
Scroll up a list of options
Scroll down a list of options
Select an option
Moves through lists when you scroll, indicates the
option selected.
Getting Started
To switch the Anilog on:
Press the main menu is displayed
To switch the Anilog off:
Press and hold (any data you stored will be automatically saved)
To conserve power the Anilog 3060 switches off automatically, this feature is
user definable and can be specified from the menu
To set Anilog timeout
1. Press to power on the Anilog
1. Press to move through the main menu
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To set Anilog timeout (cont)
3. When you reach SETUP ANILOG press
4. Press to move down to SET TIMEOUT, press
5. The screen displays the current Tag Read Timeout, if necessary
Use the arrow keys to increase or decrease the time displayed, press
The Tag Read Timeout dictates how long the Anilog will wait in READ TAG
mode before automatically switching off.
6. A brief message is displayed confirming the new setting, the System
Timeout screen is displayed. If necessary use the arrow keys
to increase or decrease the time displayed. Once satisfied press
The System Timeout dictates how long the Anilog will remain turned on if in-
active
7. A brief message is displayed confirming the new setting. You are then
returned to the main screen.
Time and Date
The time and date must be set correctly before any tags are read, this is
because the Anilog uses this information when storing the tag details.
To set Time and Date
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Use the Keypad arrows to scroll through the menu until you reach SETUP
ANILOG. Press
3. Use the keypad arrows to scroll until you reach SET DATE & TIME,
press
4. The SET DATE screen is displayed. Use the keypad arrows to change
the displayed day, once the correct day is displayed press to move to
month. Repeat this process for the year, hours and minutes.
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Choosing a Weigh Method
If you are recording an animal’s weight it is essential that you set the method
before commencing. There are two methods of weighing the animals,
automatically by choosing the ELECTRONIC option or manually by choosing the
KEYPAD ENTRY option.
To set the weigher:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Use the keypad arrow keys to move through the menu. When you reach
SETUP ANILOG press
3. Using the arrow keys again find SET WEIGHER and press
4. Select your method using the arrow keys and press
5. A brief message appears confirming your choice
6. Press to return to the main menu
Choosing a Communication Method
To transfer data captured in the field to your animal database on the PC, you
need to place the Anilog in the cradle to allow the PC to make contact with the
Anilog, this enables data transfer. The Communication mode for this transfer
needs to be specified before the Anilog and PC can communicate
To set Communication mode:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu using the arrows keys until you reach SETUP
ANILOG, press
3. Scroll until you reach SET COMMUNICATION MODE, press
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To set Communication mode (cont):
There are four communication modes; DEFUALT, TERMINAL, CUSTOM AND
TI S2000. The Anilog should always be in DEFAUKLT mode unless otherwise
instructed.
6. Once you have selected a Communication mode you will be returned to
the Main menu.
Specifying the EID tags used
The Anilog works with three different types of EID tags, before starting logging
You should specify the tags used on your animals.
To set the EID mode:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu until you reach SETUP ANILOG, press
3. Find SET EID MODE and press
4. The Set EID Mode sub menu is displayed, scroll through the choices to
select your choice, press
5. Once you have selected a Communication mode you will be returned to
the Main menu.
Note: If you are unsure of the type of EID tags you are using then please contact your supplier.
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Log an Action
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Select READ TAG from the menu by pressing
3. The message WAITING FOR EID TAG is displayed and the status LED
flashes red, point the Anilog antenna towards the ID tags and you
should hear 3 beeps. This indicates the ID tags has been read
Tip! Optimum performance can be achieved by keeping clear of other electrical equipment
and other ID tags when using the Anilog
The Anilog will search its internal database:
4. If a matching tag is found, the animal’s ear tag number, management
number, EID number and number of histories are displayed.
5. If no matching tag is found, the tags EID number is displayed, you must
type a management number using the keypad. Press to confirm the
management number
6. To log an action against the tag press , all available actions are dis-
played either in the main list or by selecting ALL ACTIONS
7. Scroll through your actions and press once to select that action. You
can select as many actions as you require up to a maximum of 255 per
animal
8. Once you have selected your required actions press to store them.
Note: The actions available in the Anilog depend on the actions that you downloaded from the
Anidata software.
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Dealing with New Borns
As well as storing the EID number of the new born, the Anilog allows you to
store other data against the animal’s record. The is particularly useful as it
saves having to manually write information down when tagging the animal
For all New Born choices you must start by reading the tag
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Select READ TAG from the menu by pressing
3. The message WAITING FOR EID TAG is displayed and the status LED
flashes red, point the Anilog antenna towards the ID tags and you
should hear 3 beeps. This indicates the ID tag has been read
3. Enter a management using the keypad and press to store. The EID
and management number will be displayed along with any histories
(although this should be 0)
4. Press again to be taken to the actions menu
Born F or Born M
1. Use the arrow keys to select either BORN F or BORN M and press
2. You are now asked to enter the animal’s official number. Use the
keypad to do this and press to store. Once the number has been
stored you will be taken back to the actions menu
3. You can choose another action if required or press to store the action
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Colour/Breed
1. Use the arrow keys to select the COLOUR/BREED action and press
2. Use the arrow keys to select the breed (these are pre-selected in Anidata).
Press to store the breed.
3. Use the arrow keys to select the colour (these are pre-selected in
Anidata).
Press to store the colour.
4. You can choose another action if required or press to store the action
Link to Dam
If the DAM is nearby and you are able to read the EID tag of the DAM then do
the following. If this is not possible then see Link to DAM (no EID) below.
1. Use the arrow keys to select the LINK TO DAM and press
2. Read the EID tag of the DAM. The number will be stored and you will
be taken back to the actions menu
Link to Dam (no EID)
1. Use the arrow keys to select the LINK TO DAM and press
2. Press and hold the # key.
3. Use the arrow keys to choose either OFFICIAL or MANAGEMENT and
press
4. Enter the 1st few digits of the animal number. This will search the
Anilogs database for the correct DAM
5. Once found press to store the DAM against the new born
Note. If the dams number is not found then this needs to be downloaded to the Anilog
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Birth Weight
Note: Before entering the animal’s weight at birth you must have KEYPAD ENTRY selected in
the setup weigher menu (see page 7 for details)
1.
Use the arrow keys to select WEIGH and press
2.
Enter the weight using the keypad and press
to store the info.
3.
You will be taken back to the actions menu
Once you have logged all actions that you require simply press to return to
the read tag mode
Bought From
When you buy an animal from an external source the Anilog allows you to store
its official information against the EID tag
To store information against a bought in animal
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Select READ TAG from the menu by pressing
3. The message WAITING FOR EID TAG is displayed and the status LED
flashes red, point the Anilog antenna towards the ID tags and you
should hear 3 beeps. This indicates the ID tag has been read
3. Enter a management using the keypad and press to store. The EID
and management number will be displayed along with any histories
(although this should be 0)
4. Press again to be taken to the actions menu
5. Use the arrow keys to select the BOUGHT FROM action, press
6. Use the keypad to enter the animal’s official number. Press to store
the information. You will be taken back to the actions menu.
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Quantifiable Actions
The Anilog allows quantifiable actions to be entered against animals. This is
particularly useful when drug actions are involved. You can enter the exact
quantities administered to the animal's) instead of a standard amount.
To store quantifiable actions
Note: You must make sure you have downloaded the quantifiable actions to the Anilog
before proceeding.
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Select READ TAG from the menu by pressing
3. The message WAITING FOR EID TAG is displayed and the status LED
flashes red, point the Anilog antenna towards the ID tags and you
should hear 3 beeps. This indicates the ID tag has been read
3. If the number is found then press to be taken to the actions menu
else enter a management using the keypad and press to store.
4. Press again to be taken to the actions menu (if not already there)
5. Use the arrow keys to select the QUANTIFIABLE action which you have
downloaded, press
6. Enter the quantity you require for the action. E.G 2.5 for a drug action
and press to store the information
7. Once you are finished press to log the action
Note: In order for this to work you must have a quantifiable action created and downloaded to
the Anilog
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Search Mode
Use search mode to view details of previously logged or absent animals
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu until you reach SEARCH TAG, press
3. Select either OFFICIAL or MANAGEMENT by scrolling through the two
choices and pressing
4. All the official or management logged tags are displayed, use the keypad
to type the first few digits of the tag you want to find.
Tip! As soon as you type a number the Anilog filters all the available tags and only display
the tags containing the typed digit
5. Use the arrow keys to find the matching tags, press to select a tag
and views its details.
6. To return to the main menu press twice
Communications Mode
To enable the Anilog to upload and download to a PC you must first place it in
the supplied cradle and switch it into COMMUNICATIONS mode.
1. Connect the cable to the serial port at the back of the cradle and plug
the cradle’s power socket into the mains.
2. Connect the other end of the PC cable to a serial port on the PC
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Communication mode cont
3. Press to power on the Anilog
4. Scroll through the menu until you reach COMMUNICATIONS, press
COMMUNICATIONS MODE will be displayed on screen
3. Place the Anilog into its cradle and use the Anilog software to upload/
Download the data
Note: See the Anidata ES user manual for more details
Speed Mode
Use the speed mode to log an action(s) against multiple tags.
To log actions against multiple animals:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu until you reach SPEED MODE and press
3. A menu is displayed which allows you to clear the currently selected
actions by selecting CLEAR SELECTION. If you choose this option you
will be asked to confirm that you want to clear the current actions. On
confirmation you will be returned to the SPEED MODE menu
4. Choose SELECT ACTIONS and scroll through the list of actions (or select
ALL ACTIONS to view more available. Press once against the
actions against you requires. An asteroid will appear next to the
selected action. Repeat as necessary.
5. When you have selected all the required actions press to return to the
SPEED MODE menu (you may have to press this twice)
6. Scroll until you reach START and press
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To log actions against multiple animals (cont):
7. WAITING FOR EID TAG will be displayed. Read the first tag and press
to store the tag details and all actions selected in speed mode.
8. Press to read the next tag
9. When you have finished reading all the tags press twice to return to
the speed mode menu or three times to return to the main menu
Tools Mode
The tools menu gives you access to the following options:
Print
The Anilog can print the history log, new tag log, old tag log or setup
information to a local serial printer.
Note: To connect the Anilog directly to a printer you will need a printer specific cable, see
your local supplier for details. Alternatively you can use a third party software I.E. Hyper-
Terminal to capture and print the data.
To print information:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu until you reach TOOLS and press
3. Find the PRINT menu and press
4. You have four options; PRINT HISTORY, PRINT NEW TAGS, PRINT OLD
TAGS and PRINT INFO. Select your required option and press
5. A message will appear on the screen saying press LOG ( ) to print or
any other key to return to previous menu. Do as required
6. Press once to return to the TOOLS menu or twice to return to
the main menu.
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Battery Status
This option displays the remaining life of the battery and the charge voltage re-
quired
To access battery information:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll to the TOOLS menu and press
3. Scroll to BATTERY STATUS and press. The current battery
status will be displayed on screen
4. Press once to return to the TOOLS menu or twice to return to
the main menu.
Update Firmware
This option allows the software on the Anilog to be update.
To update the firmware:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll to the TOOLS menu and press
3. Scroll to UPDATE FIRMWARE and press WAITING FOR FIRM-
WARE UPDATE will be displayed on screen
4. Place the Anilog in its cradle and make sure all cables are connected for
communications
5. Start the firmware update by running the Update Firmware software
Note: This Update Firmware software will not be supplied as standard. Please contact your
supplier for more details.
IMPORTANT:
During update DO NOT REMOVE or SWITCH OFF the Anilog as this may cause
serious damage.
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Setup Anilog
The setup menu allows you to specify how the reader operates
Backlight
There are four intensity levels that the backlight on the Anilog can be set
to. The choice is down to you.
To set the backlight
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll through the menu until you reach SETUP ANILOG, press
3. Press to select SET BACKLIGHT
4. Scroll through the four choices and select the desired option by
pressing . You will be returned to the main menu once you have
made your selection
Weigher
The set weigher option allows you to choose the method intended for use
either when transferring tag IDs to the weigher or when transferring weights
to the Anilog. Alternatively you can choose to enter the weight manually via
the key-
pad
To set the weigher:
1. Press to power on the Anilog
2. Scroll to the menu until you reach SETUP ANILOG, press
3. Scroll through the next menu until you reach SET WEIGHER, press
4. Select either ELECTRONIC or KEYPAD ENTRY by scrolling down the
choices and pressing
5. A brief message will be displayed confirming your choice. Press to
return to the main menu.
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