Tru-Test XRP2 User Manual

Tru-Test XRP2 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
Contents
Overview ............................................................................................... 2
What's in the box? ................................................................................ 2
Optional accessories......................................................................................... 2
Parts of the panel reader .................................................................................. 3
Panel reader LCD ............................................................................................. 3
Panel reader power supply ............................................................................... 3
Antenna .......................................................................................................... 3
Ways to use the panel reader ................................................................ 4
Installing the panel reader and antenna ................................................. 4
Example installation ......................................................................................... 4
Installation information .................................................................................... 4
Alternative installation options ......................................................................... 5
Connecting to an indicator (optional) ..................................................... 7
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enabled indicator .................................................. 7
connectivity ..................................................................................................... 7
Recording EID tags ................................................................................ 7
(standalone)..................................................................................................... 7
Transferring information from the panel reader ...................................... 8
Modifying the panel reader settings ....................................................... 9
reader itself...................................................................................................... 9
Modifying the panel reader settings using Data Link ....................................... 10
Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 13
Caring for the panel reader and antenna .............................................. 15
Service and warranty information ......................................................... 15
Upgrading the software ....................................................................... 15
Specifications ...................................................................................... 16
Panel Reader ................................................................................................. 16
Antennas ....................................................................................................... 16
Compliance ......................................................................................... 17
FCC notice ..................................................................................................... 17
FCC warning .................................................................................................. 17
Responsible party in the USA .......................................................................... 17
Industry Canada notice .................................................................................. 17
Industry Canada warning ............................................................................... 17
EU Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................... 17
Conformité .......................................................................................... 17
Avis d'Industrie Canada ................................................................................. 17
Avertissement d'Industrie Canada .................................................................. 17
Déclaration UE de conformité ......................................................................... 17
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Summary of Contents for Tru-Test XRP2

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Any use by Tru-Test Limited is under licence. Bluetooth Connecting to a ® enabled indicator ..........7 All trademarks with an * are neither owned by, nor licensed to Tru-Test Bluetooth ® Connecting to an indicator that does not offer wireless Limited and belong to their respective owners.
  • Page 2: Overview

    Digital Signal Processing capability to increase read range and to reduce unwanted interference effects. A Tru-Test Large or Small antenna is connected to the panel reader; the panel reader may be connected to a Tru-Test weigh scale indicator or to a PC.
  • Page 3: Components Of The Tru-Test Xrp2 Eid Panel Reader System

    Only a Tru-Test antenna should be used with the panel reader. There are two types of antenna available, a Large and a Small antenna. The panel reader continually monitors the state of the antenna. Warning messages displayed on the LCD indicate when a fault exists. A diagnostics Panel reader settings menu in the panel reader settings provides additional information.
  • Page 4: Ways To Use The Panel Reader

    When the animal enters the cattle crush, its EID tag number is scanned by the panel reader and sent to the indicator. XRP2 Panel Reader Tru-Test Antenna Tru-Test Indicator...
  • Page 5: Alternative Installation Options

    If an increased operating area is required, two antennas may be connected to a single panel reader using a Dual Antenna Adaptor. A dual antenna adaptor can be ordered by contacting your local Tru-Test representative. A dual antenna adaptor must not be used with only one antenna.
  • Page 6 To synchronise two panel readers, a Synchronisation Cable must be used. This is an optional accessory which can be ordered by contacting your local Tru-Test representative. The synchronisation cable connects the two panel readers via the Power connectors. Each panel reader must be connected to its own indicator.
  • Page 7: Connecting To An Indicator (Optional)

    When connecting the panel reader wirelessly to a Tru-Test indicator, always turn the indicator on BEFORE the panel reader. With both devices off, position the panel reader within 5 metres of the indicator.
  • Page 8: Transferring Information From The Panel Reader

    The Tru-Test Data Link app is available to download for free from the Google Play* store (Android* devices). Click to get information off the panel reader. Tru-Test Data Link for PC software is supplied on the USB flash drive or is available to download for free from www.tru-test.com...
  • Page 9: Modifying The Panel Reader Settings

    Menu name Options Description BLUETOOTH® Auto* The panel reader will automatically connect to previously used devices or other Tru-Test devices. Manual This setting should be used when connecting to a panel reader from an Android™ smartphone Bluetooth or other enabled device.
  • Page 10: Modifying The Panel Reader Settings Using Data Link

    Setting Options Explanation Bluetooth Control Auto* The panel reader will automatically connect to previously used devices or other Tru-Test devices. Manual This setting should be used when connecting to a panel reader from an Android™ smartphone or Bluetooth other enabled device.
  • Page 11 When the session is transferred to a PC, the date and time are columns in the resulting file. The filename, by default, also contains the date of the first scanned record in the session. Setting Options Explanation Synch XRP2 to PC Allows you to synchronise the panel reader’s date and time with the settings on the PC. Date/Time Set time To change the time: Beside the time field, click to select the digits you want to change.
  • Page 12 Options Explanation Reset all XRP2 Click on Reset all XRP2 configurations back to factory defaults to reset the panel reader’s configurations back to settings to default values, as indicated by the asterisks on the settings throughout this table. factory defaults...
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 14 See Tip 1. If all the cables are intact and the Power LED (red) remains off, contact Service and warranty information your local Tru-Test representative. See on page 15. The Power LED (red) is flashing There is a problem with the power supply.
  • Page 15: Caring For The Panel Reader And Antenna

    Contact your local Tru-Test representative, see www.tru-test.com problem? If you contact your local Tru-Test representative, you may be asked to provide information about the panel reader (e.g. firmware version).The Panel reader settings firmware version can be viewed in the panel reader settings. See on page 9.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    Storage temperature -40° C to +85° C (-40° F to 185° F) Read range (typical)* HDX - 1 m FDX - 1 m (with Tru-Test Large antenna). Read rate* HDX - ~850 FDX - ~1000 (max. reads per minute). Memory capacity...
  • Page 17: Compliance

    Note: Users are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The XRP2 Panel Reader supplied (Tru-Test XRP2-1 Low Frequency Electronic ID (EID) Reader) has been approved for use only with approved external antennas described in this manual; use of any other antenna may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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