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English Product Manual RFID Reader LF40C THR The product manual must be read prior to the initial start-up. Observe the safety instructions! Store for future use. This documentation is not subject to revisions. ID140040 07/2014...
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The copyright for this product manual is held solely by Brooks Automation (Germany) GmbH RFID Division Gartenstr. 19...
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Archiving Store the product manual in the vicinity of the device! Always keep the product manual handy! Symbols and signal words The following symbols and signal words are used in this documentation. The combination of a pictograph and a signal word classifies the respective safety information.
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Target group This product manual is addressed to personnel with the following areas of responsibility: Area of responsibility Competence Installation Specialized personnel Commissioning, operation and Instructed personnel decommissioning Troubleshooting Specialized personnel Definition according to DIN EN 60204-1: Instructed personnel Persons who have been instructed and, if required, trained by a specialist as to the tasks assigned to them, the possible risks of incorrect behavior and the required safety equipment and safety measures.
De si gn at e d u se This product is exclusively developed for reading and writing of transponders. Any other use of this device constitutes misuse and renders the user's authority to install and operate the device invalid. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Risk of injury through incorrect modifications There are risks from unauthorized modifications to the machine. Only use original spare parts from the manufacturer. Do not make any changes, attachments or modifications to the device without the approval of Brooks Automation (Germany) GmbH. WARNING...
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. ■ Connect the equipment to an outlet to a circuit other than the one to ■ which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance. ■ Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Compliance Information Statement (Declaration of Conformity) Brooks Automation, Inc. 46702 Bayside Parkway Fremont, CA 94538 Tel: +1 510-661-5000 Fax: +1 510-661-5166 Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Harmonized standards applied A11:2009 Einhaltung der grundlegenden Anforderungen auf - - - andere Art und Weise (hierzu verwendete Standards/ Spezifikationen) Other means of proving conformity with the essential requirements (standards / specifications used) Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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Other means of proving conformity with the essential requirements (standards/specifications used) Mit der CE-Kennzeichnung bestätigt Brooks Automation die Übereinstimmung mit der europäischen RoHS-Richtlinie 2011/65/EU. With the CE marking Brooks Automation confirms compliance with the European Directive 2011/65/EU concerning RoHS. BROOKS Automation (Germany) GmbH Gartenstr. 19...
3 . 1 Li ab i l i t y an d wa rr an t y The “General sales and delivery conditions” of Brooks Automation (Germany) GmbH always apply. The warranty period is 12 months beginning with the delivery of the device, which is verified by the invoice or other documents.
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G e n e r a l I n s t r u c t i o n s Objectives: avoid accidents ■ increase the service life and reliability of the device ■ reduce costs due to production downtimes ■ Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Bodily injuries and/or property damage resulting from non-compliance with the instructions given in the product manual are the responsibility of the company operating the device or of the assigned personnel. Malfunctions that could compromise safety must be eliminated immediately. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Warning against electromagnetic flammable materials radiation Warning against Warning against potentially explosive electrostatically atmosphere sensitive components 4.1.3 Prohibition symbols Unauthorized access Fire, open flame and is prohibited smoking is prohibited Switching is Prohibition prohibited Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
by signature! Precisely establish responsibilities according to the various task areas (operation, installation)! Operating personnel must be committed to immediately reporting to their superior any identifiable safety deficiencies which occur! Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Disconnect the power supply prior to removing or adding components. Discharge your body and all tools used prior to contacting any components on the interior of the device! Touch electronically sensitive parts carefully and at the corners! Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Do not store any flammable liquids within the hazardous area. Keep a fire extinguisher in the vicinity of the device. WARNING Warning against electromagnetic radiation Electromagnetic radiation develops when transmitting and receiving data. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Never overbend the antenna cables or subject these to mechanical ■ forces. When replacement parts are required, use only the replacement parts ■ that were specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized spare parts can result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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■ applicable binding regulations at the place of use ■ the recognized technical rules for safe and professional work ■ existing environmental protection regulations ■ other applicable regulations ■ Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Since a sight connection between the transponder and the reader is not absolutely necessary, the transponder can also be identified through non-metallic material. The BROOKS RFID reader reads TIRIS transponders at a frequency of 134.2 kHz. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Set button With the Set button you access setup mode. Here you can configure the reader and control parameterization using the Set and Read buttons ( Status diagram as overview). Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
220 g Output format ASCII or Hex Dimensions approx. 185 x 90 x 60 mm Voltage 5 V +/- 5 % Current (active mode) approx. 150 mA Current (passive mode) approx. 100 mA Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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P r o d u c t S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Device label The device label with the CE and FCC mark, part/ serial number is on the device housing. Part number Serial number (example) Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
(including amplifiers) that generate heat. Do not install the device in a flammable environment. CAUTION Never expose the device to extreme temperature fluctuations, since otherwise condensation develops in the device, which can cause damage. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
The installation location must be adequately illuminated during the installation. Never install the device during a lightning storm. ATTENTION When determining the installation site, keep in mind the length of the antenna wire and the read/ write range of the antenna used. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Disposing of the packaging material The packaging material consists of cardboard and foil. Dispose of these materials separately, and observing the legal regulations of your country. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
The device can be connected to a running PC. The driver is automatically detected and installed. This takes approx. 20 seconds. The operating system of the computer reports that installation has been successfull, and the reader is then ready for use. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
■ Operating personnel CAUTION The RFID reader LF40C THR should only be operated by specially trained personnel. If you have doubts about the required qualifications, contact the manufacturer. Operating the device without special training can result in damage to the reader and/or connected devices.
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Then stop pressing the set button. The parameter menu is displayed again. Parameter 6 Retry (0x06) Determines the internal repetitions of the read operation if the read operation has not been successful. Values: 00… 1F (0 to 31) Default: 03 Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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However, if the read operation starts from page 2, then a maximum of only 128 (16 pages x 8) bytes can be read. Values: 0x08…0x88 - read (n*8) bytes, with n = 1..17 (page) Default: 08 (read 8 bytes) Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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If you press the read button again, polling stops. The data is displayed for each successful read operation. Values: off = 00 – polling off on = 01 – polling on Default: off (00) Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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- HEX code for desired suffix Default: 0 (no suffix) ATTENTION When using Microsoft Word, the numlock key has to be activated so that prefix or suffix control characters can be interpreted correctly. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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Defines the number of suffix characters that are to be added after the read result. This parameter is only valid in combination with parameter 83. Values: 00…. 10 - number of suffixes Default: 00 (no suffix) Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
If you are uncertain about errors and their handling, contact the manufacturer; see Customer service. Have the serial number of the transponder reader ready as shown on the label (see Device label) when contacting the manufacturer! Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
ESD protective measures must be applied when opening the device ( instructions). CAUTION Never short-circuit the fuse! This may result in fire or damage to the device. Only use fuses specified by the manufacturer. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Remove the cable from your PC! Storage Store the reader and its components in a clean and dry environment with the power supply disconnected. Make sure the contacts remain clean. Observe the necessary storage conditions. Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
Do not dispose of the unit in normal household waste. Disconnect the electronic components from the housing and dispose of them as follows: the housing as plastic trash ■ the electronic components, antennas and cables as electronic waste ■ Product Manual - RFID Reader LF40C THR...
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I n d e x CE conformity Declaration of Conformity Device label Dimensions FCC Rules Humidity Liability Parameter 0 - Customer Parameter 32 - ShowTagType Parameter 33 - ReadPage Parameter 34 - ReadLength Parameter 35 - MIDFormat Parameter 39 - Polling Parameter 6 - Retry Parameter 80 - AddTabCR Parameter 81 - ASCIICoded...