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All other copying requires a written approval from TagMaster. Disclaimer While effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this document TagMaster assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.
XT-2 eu for the European market (865.6-867.6 MHz) and XT-2 us for the US market (902-928 MHz). The reader has a built-in antenna and can be expanded with an optional external antenna. The read range is five meters for XT-2 eu and six meters for XT-2 us.
Doc no. 10-407 02 Safety Instructions Instructions Read this manual carefully before using the XT-2 reader and take notice of warnings in order to prevent injury and product damage. Where local regulations exist, these are to be followed. The safety information in this manual is a supplement to local regulations.
3.1.1 Electromagnetic Interference Industrial noise is typically present in the kHz and low MHz frequency band. The XT-2 reader uses 860-960 MHz frequencies, so typical industrial noise will not affect the communication.
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PCB is removed within one minute after switching off the equipment. 3.2.1 Tools The following tools are necessary for installation: Socket wrench • Hexagon socket 7 (for M4 casing nuts and XT-2 mounting kit) • Adjustable spanner • Screwdriver, Philips PH00x60 or SZS 0,4x2,5 • Side cutter •...
The XT-2 Mounting Kit (Part No. 194900) from TagMaster enables the reader to be mounted in a wide variety of positions and angles. The kit contains all parts needed for mounting the reader on a wall or on a pole. The XT-2 Mounting Kit is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Figure 3 XT-2 reader mounted on a pole with XT-2 Mounting Kit Mounting hole layout details are available in section 5.5.2, “Dimensions”. Note: Do not drill any additional holes in the enclosure, as that would affect the sealing specification.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Cable Connections The XT-2 reader is delivered with a cable gland for incoming cables. Connect cables as described below. 1. Open the reader. 2. Cut the cable to a suitable length and pull it through the cable gland.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Testing 4.1 Installation Test After having completed the installation as described in previous section, carry out an installation inspection and verification. If an error occurs, the guidelines in section 4.2, “Trouble Shooting”, may be valuable.
4.2 Trouble Shooting Caution! If the reader malfunctions, contact TagMaster Technical Support (see section 6, “Contact” for details). Never try to dismantle any components inside the reader, since there are no user serviceable parts inside the reader. Any unauthorized alterations to the reader will invalidate the warranty.
Doc no. 10-407 02 Technical Data Reader Overview Figure 4 shows an overview of a TagMaster XT-2 reader with open lid. Figure 4 Overview of the reader with open lid The following table describes the position of the components inside the reader.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Interfaces 5.2.1 Connector Overview For easy installation and service the cables are screwed into removable block connectors. 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5...
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.2.3.1 Wiegand Interface Table 4 Wiegand, Group J2 Signal Description Wiegand 0 (zero) signal Wiegand 1 signal Card load signal Ground 5.2.3.2 Wiegand Timing The following values apply when all outputs are pulled up to 5V with 1kΩ resistors.
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.2.3.4 Mag-stripe Timing The following values apply when all outputs are pulled up to 5V with 1kΩ resistors. Table 7 Mag-stripe interface timing Symbol Parameter Unit LOAD to CLK setup time µs...
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Table 9 Full Duplex (4-wire) RS485 Serial Communication Interface, Group J41 Signal Description Transmitted data, from reader to host TX− Ground Received data, to reader from host RX− Table 10 Half Duplex (2-wire) RS485 Serial Communication Interface, Group J41...
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 A cable for connecting the service interface to a 9-pin PC COM port should be created as specified in Table 13. Table 13 Cable specification: PC COM port ↔...
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.2.11 USB Host, Connector P2 USB devices are connected using a standard USB type A connector. 5.2.12 Micro SD Memory Card Interface, Socket P3 A standard micro SD memory card socket is used. The card socket is placed on the underside of the controller board.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.2.14 Interface Isolation and Protection The hardware design is protected against radiated or wired disturbances by extensive use of filters, transformers and shielding. The power input is galvanically separated from the main electronic part of the reader by use of an on-board DC-DC converter.
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.3.1.2 XT-2 us Parameter Value Unit Read range Write range 5.3.2 Serial interfaces RS232 and RS485 Parameter Unit Baud Rate 115.2 kb/s 5.3.3 Parameter Unit Data Rate Mb/s 5.3.4...
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XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 5.4.3 Serial interfaces RS232 and RS485, J41 – J43 Parameter Unit Isolation to Shielding and 1500 Chassis 5.4.4 Isolated inputs, J51 Parameter Unit Measured between pins High Voltage (active)
XT-2 Reader Installation Manual & Data Sheet Doc no. 10-407 02 Contact For any further inquiries, please contact TagMaster North America, Inc. Technical Support Phone: (253) 238-1421 Fax: (253) 238-7762 E-mail: support@tagmasterna.com Office TagMaster North America, Inc. 15 Oregon Ave., Ste 305...