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  • Page 1 Integration Guide IM4 Module...
  • Page 2 The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermec-manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Before You Begin........................v Safety Summary.......................v Safety Icons ......................vi Global Services and Support ...................vi Who Should Read This Document? ..............vii Related Documents ....................vii Patent Information ....................viii About the IM4........................9 Configuring the IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default)............10 Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module ................
  • Page 4 Contents IM4 Module Integration Guide...
  • Page 5: Before You Begin

    Safety Summary Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
  • Page 6: Safety Icons

    Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, refer to your OEM agreement. Disclaimer of warranties: The sample code included in this document is presented for reference only. The code does not necessarily represent complete, tested programs.
  • Page 7: Who Should Read This Document

    IM4. Before you install and configure the IM4, you should be familiar with Intermec RFID systems and how to implement them. You should also be familiar with your network and general networking terms, such as IP address.
  • Page 8: Patent Information

    Before You Begin Patent Information There may be U.S. and foreign patents pending. viii IM4 Module Integration Guide...
  • Page 9: About The Im4

    IM4 Intellitag Module You can use the IM4 in most worldwide RFID applications. Intermec has versions of the IM4 that cover the UHF band from 865 MHz to 928 MHz. The IM4 is a PCMCIA Type II card package with a standard 68- pin connector.
  • Page 10: Configuring The Im4 As A Pc Card Module (Default)

    Configuring the IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default) Configuring the IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default) In PC Card mode, the IM4 interface looks like a standard 16C550 UART. It appears as a serial port and you can use a communications program, such as HyperTerminal, to communicate with it using the Basic Reader Interface (BRI).
  • Page 11 Configuring the IM4 as a PC Card Module (Default) PC Card Module Pinouts Pin No. Pin Name Definition Pin No. Pin Name Definition Ground Vss Ground Vss Data bit 3 CD1# Card detect 1 (GND) Data bit 4 Data bit 11 Data bit 5 Data bit 12 Data bit 6...
  • Page 12: Configuring The Im4 As A Serial Module

    Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module In Serial mode, the IM4 interface provides two 16C850 UART channels, an SPI channel, eight auxiliary inputs, and eight auxiliary outputs. It appears as a serial port and you can use a communications program, such as HyperTerminal, to communicate with it using the Basic Reader Interface (BRI).
  • Page 13 Configuring the IM4 as a Serial Module Serial Module Pinouts Pin No. Pin Name Definition Pin No. Pin Name Definition Ground Vss Ground Vss SPI_SCLK SPI clock out of IM4 CD1# Card detect 1 (GND) SPI_DO SPI data out of IM4 AUX-OUT 3 User output 3 Transmit to host...
  • Page 14: How The Im4 Operates

    How the IM4 Operates How the IM4 Operates Overtemperature Mode Standard Mode IM4 is in Sleep mode the IM4 receive Application checks reason a request for a tag for failed status and returns operation from an overtemperature condition. application? The IM4's ability to return to normal status depends on the ability of the card to dissipate the heat.
  • Page 15: Power Requirements

    Co-location of antennas operating within 20 cm (7.9 in.) of each other requires co-location authorization. The next two tables list the Intermec-approved antennas for use in the U.S.A. and in Canada. The antenna safe distances for all antennas (869 MHz and 915 MHz) is 20 cm (7.9 in.) The cable length measurement is...
  • Page 16 27.9 cm x 12.7 cm x 21.6 dBi, N(RP) cm (11 in. x 5 in. x 8.5 in.) Intermec has partnered with Kathrein, formerly known as Scala, to provide antennas for the IM4. Kathrein supports the RFID industry with special antenna products for various RFID applications.
  • Page 17: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications General Specifications Physical description PCMCIA Type II card Weight 34.0 ±2.8 g (1.2 oz ±0.2 oz) Temperature Operating: -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F) Storage: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Humidity 0-95% relative humidity, non-condensing process (Operating Temperature) Transceiver Specifications Frequency range Europe (Future): 865.6 to 867.6 MHz hopping...
  • Page 18 -55 dBc in band Overtemperature shutdown 70°C (158°F) as measured on the power amplifier temperature 6001 36th Avenue West Everett, Washington 98203 U.S.A. tel 425.348.2600 fax 425.355.9551 www.intermec.com © 2005 Intermec Technologies Corporation. All rights reserved. IM4 Module Integration Guide *944-623-001* P/N 944-623-001...

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