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"THE RFID GUIDEBOOK"
(REVISION 8)
Version 0.8

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  • Page 1 “THE RFID GUIDEBOOK” (REVISION 8) Version 0.8...
  • Page 2 Many of Wal-Mart’s and Metro’s Top 100 suppliers are longstanding SATO customers who look to SATO to help satisfy their RFID requirements. Labelling an item with a barcode, or RFID tag, allows that item to be immediately and accurately tracked throughout its despatch trail.
  • Page 3 Other acronyms for RFID: IC tag, “Smart tag”, RF tag SATO has compiled this guidebook with a focus on promoting better understanding and awareness of RFID technology. This can provide useful insights on the...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    “ T H E R F I D G U I D E B O O K ” T A B L E FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS • How does an RFID system work? ………………………………………... 4 • Why are supply chains embracing this technology?... 4 •...
  • Page 5 • Does RFID conform to EPCglobal specifications and will it meet Wal- Mart and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) requirements?... 12 • What is ISO’s role in regards to RFID?... 12 • What types of regulatory requirements must RFID systems comply?... •...
  • Page 6 • Can SATO RFID printers withstand environmentally demanding requirements?... Version 0.8 21/10/2004 Page 5 of 44...

  • Page 7: How Does An Rfid System Work

    WHAT IS RFID? RFID is best described as a wireless memory chip, or “smart tag”, that is attached to both the product and transport packaging. Q: How does an RFID system work? RFID offers higher data storage capacities, higher identification speeds, and greater immediacy and accuracy of data collection.

  • Page 8: What Was The "Real" Reason Behind Implementing Rfid In Today's Society

    Q: What was the “real” reason behind implementing RFID in today’s society? The main reason for implementing RFID lies in one simple fact: our competitive global market demands a change in the way business is conducted. To stay competitive means to conduct business with greater efficiency, to deliver goods more rapidly, and to lower overhead costs.

  • Page 9: What Is The Difference Between Low-, High-, And Ultra-High Frequencies

    • Emergence of standards. 1990’s • RFID, such as electronic toll collection, deployed throughout the U.S. • RFID becomes part of everyday life with a single tag capable of handling multiple applications such as electronic toll collection, parking lot access and fare collection, gated community access, and campus access.

  • Page 10: What Are The Differences Between Passive And Active Tags

    Q: How many frequency bands are used around the world for RFID applications? Currently, eight frequency bands are used around the world for RFID applications. However, the majority of companies, including SATO, tend to organise these bands into the low, intermediate, and high range.

  • Page 11: What Are The Characteristics Of Rfid Tags In Terms Of Data Storage Capabilities

    1. A programmable RFID tag for storing data; 2. An antenna to facilitate the reading and writing of data into the tag; 3. A reader that encodes/decodes the data in the tag's integrated circuitry The programmable RFID tag is an integrated circuit (IC) embedded in a thin film medium. Information stored in the tag is transmitted via radio frequencies to an RF Figure: Construction of a RFID tag (Thermal Transfer Paper can also be PET substrate)

  • Page 12: What Are The Differences Between Barcodes And Rfid

    : Will RFID technology ever replace the ever-present barcode? SATO believes that RFID tags will not replace, but complement the ev system. Given the growing popularity and viability of RFID, it can be expected that majority...
  • Page 13 A very common type of RFID implementation is the inductive coupling system. This works in the HF (high-frequency) range at close distances. The system consists of a powered reader and a passive tag. The passive tag receives power from the reader by means of a scientific principle called inductive coupling. Basically, the principle states that power can be transmitted from one inductive circuit (the reader) to another inductive circuit (the unpowered tag) if there is a shared magnetic field (coupling) between them.

  • Page 14: Who Is Epcglobal

    Frequency area: UHF 860-950 MHz Distance: Long range around 3 to 4m Data Carrier: Communication passive Energy supply passive Serial Number: 96 Bit Data Capacity: 0 to 2K bytes information WORM, The battery-assisted passive system relies on a battery located inside the tag as its energy supply.

  • Page 15: What Is The Difference Between Passive And Active Tags

    Frequency area: UHF 2.45 GHz Distance: Long range around 3 to 15m Data Carrier: Communication active Energy supply active Serial Number: 32 Bit + 16 Byte PROM Data Capacity: Up to 32 Kbytes RAM Q: What is the difference between passive and active tags? Passive tags rely on the airwaves emitted by RFID readers as a power source, instead of relying on battery power.

  • Page 16: Mart And U.s. Department Of Defense (Dod) Requirements

    supply chain. Efficiency in handling physical goods during processes such as receiving, counting, sorting, and shipping is better improved. Below is an example of a 96-bit EPC data structure, which consists of the header, in which the first 2 bits must contain zeros, the EPC Manager (manufacturer number), Object Class (identifies product), and the factory or end-user programmable serial number (an uniquely assigned number for each individual item).

  • Page 17: Will The Tags Work Globally

    Specifications, standards, and terminology are continually updated. RFID systems must comply with all relevant regulatory requirements as local governments regulate allowable frequencies, power output, emissions, and other performance characteristics. RFID standards created by the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) in Geneva meet all worldwide regulatory requirements, so users can be assured their systems are available for global use.

  • Page 18: What Are The Benefits Of Read-Only Vs. Read-Write Tags

    the identification code needs to be changed or where variable data is more important than a unique identity. As far as Class 1, Generation 2 specifications are concerned, it calls for RFID tags that are WORM (write-once-read-many), which implies that it is one-time programmable, and carries a 96-bit EPC (Electronic Product Code) with an additional 32 bits in order to execute error correction and the kill command.

  • Page 19: How Does Improved Visibility Free Up Capital

    As with many advanced technologies, there exist pros and cons in the use of RFID. Nonetheless, the majority of these cons can be overcome in order to maximise the utility of such technologies. RFID happens to be one of these technologies. This wireless technology is capable of slashing a great deal on overhead costs by accelerating order processing and increase responsiveness to consumer demand by enabling the flow of real-...

  • Page 20: Which Tags Work Better Near Metal And Fluids

    identify products, cases, and other items to provide increased productivity and save on labour costs compared to barcodes, virtually eliminating the need to have people locate items and manually scan barcodes. Unfortunately, every technology has its limits. RF tags and transponders transfer information by way of radio waves and are subjected to interference—predominantly by metal and liquid products, especially when merchandise is packaged in metal cans or...

  • Page 21: How Will Large Entities Such As Wal-Mart And U.s. Department Of Defense (Dod) Impact The Supply Chain With Regards To Rfid

    Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) band from 902 to 928 MHz. This is more than sufficient both in terms of power and bandwidth. Negative impacts may result from European supply chain centres attempting to implement RFID solutions as a result of current ETSI regulations. To maintain efficiency, most distribution centres would require many readers with a 100 percent duty cycle.

  • Page 22: How Can Rfid-Enabled Retail Outlets Gain A Competitive Edge Over Non-Rfid Equipped Retailers

    This becomes more realistic when distribution centres take advantage of RFID technology to swiftly keep track of store inventory at any specified moment. SATO believes that RFID in its most basic form can provide an ultimate solution in inventory management in comparison to standard barcodes as it can carry more data and act as a portable database, complementing the needs of major retailers.

  • Page 23: How Can Rfid Help To Reduce Human Error In Hospitals

    In the past 10 years, erroneous patient data has become a major factor leading to serious medical mishaps. Research demonstrates that around 25 percent of patient deaths are caused by the errors in patient-data processing. Thus, the demand for fail-safe accuracy in managing patient data has become the driving force for RFID systems in the healthcare industries in the past few years.
  • Page 24 Tracking shipments of fresh foods with RFID, in combination with sensors that measure temperature and other physical attributes, allows for quick identification and destruction of contaminated batches. Meat and produce make up roughly 15 to 20 percent of most supermarket sales, averaging roughly 30 percent of profits, and are the most commonly shoplifted items.
  • Page 25 of exactly which item was exchanged by which shopper, in cases where the retailer needs to contact the shopper, perhaps regarding a defective item. The aviation industry has focused on enhancing airline and airport security with the efforts of providing travellers along with airport and airline staff a terrorism-free transportation hub.
  • Page 26 The system can also manage canteen payments. Within the company, RFID technology allows for better planning processes and machine and employee management. To maximise reading performance, this RFID solution is based on a 13.56 MHz system. Version 0.8 21/10/2004 Page 25 of 44...
  • Page 27 The tracking of library assets and their loan processing is a very time-consuming process. Traditional bar coding systems help to improve the process somewhat. However, only RFID technology can offer various enhanced features: Efficient processing – As each rentable library item contains an embedded RFID tag, its availability can be tracked much more efficiently than with manual updating.
  • Page 28 PRODUCT TRACEABILITY Product traceability is the life cycle of the product. The diagram below shows the improved effects of product traceability in a RFID supply chain. Transporter - Improved efficiency - Improved accuracy - Improved service Manufacturer - Quality Assurance - Complaint Handling - Management of Returns...

  • Page 29: What Are The Primary Challenges Of Successfully Implementing Rfid In A Global Marketplace

    2. A automatic data collection system transfers the information to the database and to the EPCIS (Electronic Product Code Information Service) to number and identify each piece of data 3. RFID middleware translates, integrates, and filters data for use with enterprise applications 4.

  • Page 30: Does That Mean That Privacy Activists Want Rfid Technology To Disappear Altogether

    Q: Does that mean that privacy activists want RFID technology to disappear altogether? The majority of privacy activists do not believe in abandoning RFID technology. These activists hope for companies who implement this technology to at least adopt rules of conduct.

  • Page 31: What Will Need To Take Place In Order For Rfid Tag Costs To Drop

    applications. Companies usually have multiple applications that demand RFID data, including warehouse management systems, inbound supply chain systems, planning systems, order management systems, and data warehouse and analytics systems. Massive amounts of information are being transmitted all over the network. Q: What will need to take place in order for RFID tag costs to drop? Costs are slowly decreasing, but expected to drop more rapidly as companies begin to adopt the technology.
  • Page 32 Lasting two to eight weeks, on average, a series of large-scale tests should be conducted to determine if smart labelling can keep up with labelling volume requirements during normal and peak conditions. The objective of this product testing phase is to gain in-depth understanding of variables such as: the product itself, packaging configuration, pallet configuration, tag type (between vendors, active versus passive), reader configuration and antenna placement, and reading time required for a tagged product to be...
  • Page 33 The SATO CL series - maximum performance for a minimal price! Printing labels has never been easier or quicker with the CL series; with the high speed throughput power of these enhanced printers, it simply means that "time to first label" is almost instantaneous! These 4"...
  • Page 34 SATO’s RFID Kit offers a convenient and inexpensive way to produce labels and tags with RFID capability for a wide variety of new applications including: • Pallet Labels • Case labels • Asset Tracking • Anti-Theft • Factory Automation • Process Control •...
  • Page 35 • Connection support to PLC’s, printers, direction sensors, and other devices RFID Labels SATO’s strategic partnership with CCL Label ensures that our RFID labels are of high standards and perform optimally with SATO CL400 series printers. Labels that are offered with the UHF Starter and PRO packs include: •...
  • Page 36 SAMSys Interrogator Control Module (ICM). RFID Labels SATO’s strategic partnership with CCL Label ensures that our RFID labels are of high standards and perform optimally with SATO CL400 series printers. Labels that are offered with the HF Starter and PRO packs include: •...
  • Page 37 CONCLUSION Although it may appear overwhelming for you and many trading partners to participate in adopting RFID technology, you will appreciate the payoffs that come with an overall understanding of fundamentals and requirements: the potential cost-savings and strategic benefits of RFID are highly advantageous. The goal is to develop an expected return on investment.
  • Page 38 GLOSSARY OF RFID TERMS (Courtesy of Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) Active Tags Tags which use batteries as a partial or complete source of power. They are further differentiated by separating them into those with replaceable batteries and those which have the batteries inside a sealed unit or what may be termed unitized active tags.
  • Page 39 Electronic Label See Tag Version 0.8 21/10/2004 Page 38 of 44...
  • Page 40 Electrostatic coupling Systems which use the inducing of a voltage on a plate as a means of transferring data or power are said to use electrostatic coupling. Error Any operation or data which is not in accord with the design or input to the system. Error Correcting Code (ECC) Supplemental bits in a data transfer used in conjunction with a polynomial algorithm, in order to compute the value of missing or erroneous data bits (e.g.
  • Page 41 Field Protection The ability to limit the operations which can be performed on portions or fields of the data stored in a tag. Flat Panel Antenna Flat, conductive sheet antennas, usually made of metal plate or foil. Frequency The number of times a signal executes a complete excursion through its maximum and minimum values and returns to the same value (e.g.
  • Page 42 Mobile Inventory Vehicle Vehicle equipped with a system for locating tagged vehicles, containers, and other objects for the purpose of inventory control. Modulation The methods of modulating or altering the carriers in order to carry the encoded information are quite varied. They include amplitude modulation (AM)/ phase modulation (PM), frequency modulation (FM), frequency shift keyed (FSK), pulse position (PPM), pulse duration (PDM) and continuous wave (CW).
  • Page 43 Omnidirectional Capability of a tag to operate in any orientation. Open Systems Application in which reader/writers do not have access to a common data base. Orientation Alignment of the tag with respect to the scanner, measured in pitch, roll, and yaw. Orientation Sensitivity The degree range is decreased by non-optimal orientation.
  • Page 44 Systems which communicate over a radio link between a host computer and a data source e.g. keyboards, data terminals, readers for OCR, Bar Codes, Mag Stripes, RF/ID etc. RF/DC enhances the capabilities of Automatic ID Systems by providing the capabilities of hard wired data communications without the physical restrictions interconnecting wires.
  • Page 45 RFlD Systems that read or write data to RF tags that are present in a radio frequency field projected from RF reading/writing equipment. Data may be contained in one (1) or more bits for the purpose of providing identification and other information relevant to the object to which the tag is attached.
  • Page 46 Many applications require that new data or revisions to data already in the tag, be entered into the tag, while it remains attached to its object. The ability to read from and write data to the tag while attached to its object is called in-use programming. Tags with this capability are said to be re-programmable and are called read/write tags, memory cards or memory modules.

  • Page 47: Version 0.8 21/10/2004

    Write Rate The rate at which information is transferred to a tag, written into the tag's memory and verified as being correct. It is quantified as the average number of bits or bytes per second in which the complete transaction can be performed. Version 0.8 21/10/2004 Page 46 of 44...
  • Page 48 REFERENCES • Anatomy of an RFID Pilot by Dan Gilmore, SupplyChainDigest • Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility (AIM) (http://www.aimglobal.org) • Basic Introduction to RFID Technology and its use in the Supply Chain, LARAN RFID • EPCglobal (http://www.epcglobalinc.org) • RFID: a week long survey on the technology and its potential, Interaction Design Institute Ivrea •...
  • Page 49 • CCL Label CCL Label Inc. has served the packaging, promotional and pharmaceutical industry for over 50 years and is the leader in the North American market for pressure- sensitive self-adhesive labels and promotional products. CCL Label designs and prints a wide range of high-quality paper and film, pressure sensitive, in-mold, shrink sleeve, expanded content, Spinformation®...
  • Page 50 • Japan RF Solution • K-Tech Devices • Mars Techno-Science • Matsushita • Mitsubishi Material • Mitsui Bussan Digital • Nippon Signal • OMRON • SATO • Standard • Toshiba • Toray International • Wellcat Version 0.8 • Dai Nippon • FEC •...

  • Page 51: United States

    No. 2, Jalan Kiara, Mont’ Kiara, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia TEL: 60-3-6203-5950 FAX: 60-3-6203-1209 E-mail: sales@satosbl.po.my • Poland SATO POLSKA Sp. z o. o. Ul. Okolna 2, 50-422 Wroclaw, Poland TEL: 48-71-355-2320 FAX: 48-71-335-2325 E-mail: biuro@sato-polska.com.pl • Thailand SATO AUTO-ID (THAILAND) CO LTD...

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