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- Page 1 Nordic ID RF650 User’s Manual Version 1.0 June 1st, 2004...
- Page 2 Nordic ID Copyright © 2004 All rights reserved. Nordic ID assumes no responsibility for any errors, which may appear in this manual. Furthermore, Nordic ID reserves the right to alter the hardware, software, and/or specifications detailed herein at any time without notice, and do not make any commitment to update the information contained herein.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents EC Declaration of Conformity..................5 General information .......................6 The purpose of the use of the Nordic ID RF650..........6 Copyright and Disclaimer ..................6 Version information...................6 User safety information..................6 FCC related information ..................8 2.5.1 FCC Compliance Statement................8 2.5.2 FCC Class B Part 15 and WRAP ..............9 IC related information..................9... - Page 4 Charging the batteries ..................28 6.7.1 Audio signals and the Charging Indicator LED..........29 Installation and use.......................30 Basic installation of the RF650 Hand Terminal ..........30 Installation of the WRAP .................30 Appendix ........................31 Technical specifications of the RF650 Hand Terminal ........32 Technical specifications of the Desk Top Charger ..........33 Minimum system requirements for software installation ........34...
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Page 5: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity Nordic ID hereby declares, that Nordic ID RF650 wireless data collection systems have been tested according to the standards EN 300 328-2 and EN 301 489-17. The equipment conforms to the essential requirements of the Directive 1999/5/EC. -
Page 6: General Information
User’s Manual. Any inappropriate use of the equipment for any other purpose is strictly prohibited. Please note that national and/or local regulations and/or laws may limit or regulate the use of all or any part of the RF650 Hand Terminal, WRAP or the system. Copyright and Disclaimer All rights to this manual are owned solely by Nordic ID Oy (referred to in this user's guide also as Nordic ID). - Page 7 The radio parts of the RF650 Hand Terminal and the WRAP emit radio frequency energy. Although the radio frequency energy levels normally emitted from these products comply with applicable regulations, users with pacemakers are warned of possible interference to pacemaker func tions.
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Page 8: Fcc Related Information
Please check the WRAP User’s Manual for specific instructions relating to the installation and placement of the WRAP unit. FCC related information The RF650 has been tested according to FCC regulations. 2.5.1 FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. -
Page 9: Fcc Class B Part 15 And Wrap
Nordic ID grants warranty to its products according to the Nordic ID General Sales Conditions. Warranty will be void, should the Nordic ID products be used in ways in contradiction with the instructions laid out in this User’s Manual, or should the... -
Page 10: Restrictions On Use
Any modifications to the internal parts or the antenna, hardware or software related, other than described by the original manufacturer of the product in question, are strictly prohibited. Nordic ID will not bear any responsibility for use of its products, which have been tampered with. -
Page 11: About This Manual
Internet. Chapter 4 (Introduction) contains an overview of the RF650 Hand Terminal and the RF650 Access Server. A default basic solution is described and the relation between the RF650 system and the host application is also explained. -
Page 12: Introduction
4 Introduction This chapter contains an overview of the Nordic ID RF650 Wireless Data Collection System, which consists of one or more RF650 Hand Terminal and one or more RF650 Wireless Remote Access Platform (WRAP). The principle of operation and the relation between the RF650 Hand Terminal and WRAP and the Application Software running in the Host Computer are also shortly explained. -
Page 13: Basic System Operation
WRAPs. General operation of the Hand Terminal Nordic ID RF650 is a thin client terminal. It is used as a user interface to a Software application in Host Computer. The terminal cannot be utilized without an application and a host computer. -
Page 14: Communication Between The Wrap And The Host Computer
If the frame is flawless, it will be forwarded to the RS232 serial interface and to the network connection. 4.4.3 The HOST application receives the frame from the WRAP The HOST application will receive the frame according to the RF650 HOST protocol. The HOST application has to execute the following checks before the frame... -
Page 15: The Host Application Handles The Frame
When the HOST application has processed the Hand Terminal’s frame it sends an answer to the Hand Terminal of the frame according to the command HOST RF650 protocol. It is recommended that the HOST application is programmed to keep in memory the last frame sent for each Hand Terminal, so that the host can answer any retransmission requests of Hand Terminals as quickly as possible. -
Page 16: Getting Started
5 Getting Started Unpacking the unit Nordic ID products are packaged in carton boxes (boxes include the Nordic ID logo and colors). The standard package includes typically the RF650 Hand Terminal, rechargeable batteries (2 pcs), Desk Top Charger, the power supply for the charger with power cord and the connector cable for the Hand Terminal. -
Page 17: Resetting The Hand Terminal
Resetting the Hand Terminal The Hand Terminal can be reset by pressing SHIFT+DEL (press SHIFT and while keeping the SHIFT-key down press DEL). The Hand Terminal will automatically reset when installing new batteries. During reset, the Hand Terminal will beep twice. Symbols of the display Special symbols will be shown on the right side of the display depending on the function:... -
Page 18: Keyboard
Keyboard Key function table: Function with shift Function with key (shift + key Normal function pressed at the same SHIFTLOCK time ). In scanner mode: The Laser reader will be activated if allowed External reader will be by the current input field. Laser activated if allowed by the current input field. -
Page 19: F-Keys
Nordic ID may charge an extra fee for the character map modification or the tools. 5.10 Initial display After power -up, the RF650 Hand Terminal will start to search for a WRAP, and the display will show the following information:... - Page 20 After the RF650 Hand Terminal and the WRAP have the connection defined and ready for data transfers between the RF650 Hand Terminal and the Host Application, the display will show the following initial display (for a short time): An initial display will always appear if no fields are defined.
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Page 21: Setting The Pin-Code
RF650 and the WRAP has been established. 5.11 Setting the PIN-code Before the RF650 Hand Terminal can be used in a host application environment, the PIN-code of the Bluetooth system needs to be set on the Hand Terminal. -
Page 22: Input Fields
(INFO). 5.13 Input fields The RF650 Hand Terminal has a virtual display page of 12 x 20 characters. The actual display size is 8 x 20 characters, thus 2/3 of the virtual page can be viewed at a time. -
Page 23: Locked Fields
Depending on the application, the HOST can send fields to the Hand Terminal. These fields may be filled using the keyboard or the Laser Scanner (or RFID reader). Fields are typically underlined. 5.14 Locked fields Fields can generally be filled with text using the keyboard. An exception to this is caused by locked fields. -
Page 24: Moving Between Fields
5.22 Adjustments Key sounds On / Off Volume Beep level. Three different levels. Battery 0 for rechargeable batteries 1 for alkaline batteries. 5.23 Info Information about battery c ondition (power level) and software version info. 5.24 Versions of the RF650... - Page 25 The RF650 is available in three different versions (RF650 with Laser Scanner for bar codes, RF650 with RFID reader/writer for RFID tags and RF650 with both the Laser Scanner and the RFID reader/writer.
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Page 26: Desk Top Charger
General information The Desk Top Charger is used for charging the rechargeable batteries of the RF650 Hand Terminal. It is a fast charger, which reduces the charging time. Batteries are charged without removing them from the Hand Terminal. The charging procedure is directed through the Hand Terminal. -
Page 27: Connectors
Connectors The Desk Top Charger includes 3 connectors: • Hand Terminal connector • Power supply connector • RS232C serial connector RS232 serial connector Power supply (7,5 VDC) Charging indicator Charging indicator The Desk Top Charger has a Charging Indicator (red LED light) located on the left side of the front part of the casing. -
Page 28: Charging The Batteries
LED will then be reduced to indicate a trickle charge current. The RF650 is placed in the Desk Top Charger by holding the Hand Terminal lightly with one hand and placing it gently on top of the Desk Top Charger. The bottom part of the Hand Terminals casing fits the shape of the large opening on top of the Desk Top Charger. -
Page 29: Audio Signals And The Charging Indicator Led
NOTE! The Desk Top Charger may only be used with the Power Supply provided by the manufacturer. The Hand Terminal cannot be used during battery charging. It is normal for the base of the charger to warm during charging. 6.7.1 Audio signals and the Charging Indicator LED Charging indicator Quick charge The LED remains on... -
Page 30: Installation And Use
7 Installation and use Basic installation of the RF650 Hand Terminal Basic Installation of the RF650 Hand Terminal is straightforward. Select a place for the Desk Top Charger, in which the Hand Terminal can be stored when not in use. Avoid direct sunlight, extreme temperatures and wet or humid surroundings. -
Page 31: Appendix
8 Appendix The Appendix contains useful information, contact addresses and other additional information regarding the products mentioned in this User’s Manual or products otherwise useful in connection of using the RF650, WRAP or system. -
Page 32: Technical Specifications Of The Rf650 Hand Terminal
Technical specifications of the RF650 Hand Terminal Technical Data Operating 2400 to 2483.5 MHz (ISM radio band) frequency Transmit power Power class 1 (+4 to +20 dBm) Antenna gain 0 dBi Data transfer rate 721 Kbit/s Asymmetric, 432.6 Kbit/s Symmetric... -
Page 33: Technical Specifications Of The Desk Top Charger
Product Highlights RS232 interface for connecting to external devices Highly ergonomic design Light weight and compact Easy to use one hand operation Integrated antenna 7 terminals communicate simultaneously with the WRAP (may vary depending on model) WRAP can also be used relay mode and in “site survey” mode Integrated barcode scanner and/or RFID reader/writer Technical specifications of the Desk Top Charger Rechargeable batteries 2 pcs size AA NiCd or NiMH rechargeable battery... -
Page 34: Minimum System Requirements For Software Installation
Minimum system requirements for software installation The specific requirements for the installation of the RF650 Hand Terminal into any system are based on the Bluetooth 1.1 Standard and require the use of a compliant WRAP (Wireless Remote Access Platform). The speci f ic requirements for the installation of the WRAP (Wireless Remote Access Platform) into any system are based on the Bluetooth 1.1 Standard for... -
Page 35: Trademarks
©, ® or the ™ symbol. Nordic ID cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a term in this User's Guide should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or copyright. - Page 36 Further information available from Nordic ID upon request. The laser engine used in the RF650 is programmed during the manufacturing process by defining certain operational parameters with default values. These values may be changed by the user by first setting the unit into a special programming mode and then by scanning special bar codes listed below.
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Page 37: Default Factory Settings Of The Laser Engine
Default factory settings of the Laser engine DEFAULT PARAMETER SETTINGS OF RF650 LASER ENGINE Parameter Parameter number Default setting Linear Code Type Security 0x4E Levels UPC-A 0x01 Enable UPC-E 0x02 Enable UPC-E1 0x0C Disable EAN-8 0x04 Enable EAN-13 0x03 Enable... - Page 38 Verification Transmit Interleaved 2 of 5 0x2C Disable Check Digit Convert Interleaved 2 of 5 EAN 0x52 Disable Discrete 2 of 5 0x05 Disable Set Length(s) for Discrete 2 of 0x14 / 0x15 Codabar 0x07 Disable Set Lengths for Codabar 0x18 / 0x19 5-55 CLSI Editing...
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Page 39: Status Messages Of Rf650 Hand Terminal
Status messages of RF650 Hand Terminal International end-users of RF650 will see different kind of status messages on the bottom of the Hand Terminal screen. There is possible to change a language of status messages by changing configuration bit in eeprom memory. Space for the status message is one line and 20 characters. -
Page 40: Connected
8.12 “Connected! Connection with the WRAP has been established! 8.13 “Processing data! Host Application has processed data and the Hand Terminal is waiting for an answer. 8.14 “No answer from Host” If the Host Application doesn’t answer the “No answer from host” message appears and error beeps are also generated. -
Page 41: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the reading distance of the laser scanner? A: We are using a Symbol laser engine in RF650, which support the most common barcodes, and the reading distance is about 10 - 80 cm. 8.17 Service and Support contacts If the Hand Terminal is not functioning properly, please contact primarily the reseller/supplier of the products. -
Page 42: Sending The Unit To Service (Service Report Form)
8.18 Sending the unit to service (Service Report Form) Before sending the unit to service, please contact Nordic ID Service or a Nordic ID Service Partner or Nordic ID Technical Support. Please have at hand the type of product in question, the serial number(s) of the product(s) and the software version. - Page 43 HEADER _______________ (*) Service Report form Company name ____________________________________________________ Contact person _______________________________________________________ E-mail address ________________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________ Fax _____________________ Return address________________________________________________________ Invoicing address ______________________________________________________ Return method normal express Date of purchase ____________________ Type of the device _______________ Hardware supplier______________________________________________________ System Integrator ______________________________________________________ Serial number (*) ______________________________________________________ Software version ______________________________________________________ Fault description of the device (in detail if possible)
- Page 44 The Manufacturer grants to the Product a warranty of one year. Manufacturer warrants that the Product is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period. The Product shall be returned to the Manufacturer for repair in such cases, as the Customer cannot remedy the problem of error in the unit.
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Page 45: Contact Information
8.19 Contact information Nordic ID International Headquarters Nordic ID Sweden Nordic ID Oy Nordic ID Myllyojankatu 2 A Stora Åsvägen 21 FIN-24100 SALO S-436 34 Askim FINLAND SWEDEN Telephone: +358 2 727 7700 Telephone: +46 31 720 86 46 Fax:...
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