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  • Page 1 2, i-MARK 3 System Description, Installation and Hardware Manual...
  • Page 2 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Proprietary Notice This document contains confidential information proprietary to IDENTEC SOLUTIONS and may not be used or disclosed to other parties in whole or in part without prior written authorization from IDENTEC SOLUTIONS.
  • Page 3 The user(s) of these products are cautioned to only use accessories and peripherals approved, in advance, by IDENTEC SOLUTIONS. The use of accessories and peripherals, other than those approved by IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, or unauthorized changes to approved products, may void the compliance of these products and may result in the loss of the user(s) authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4 To comply with FCC radio frequency exposure compliance requirements, this device must be installed by an IDENTEC SOLUTIONS certified technician. When installing antennas, a 20 centimeter passing distance must be maintained from any body part of the user, or nearby persons and the antenna.
  • Page 5 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL This product contains components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharges. Please observe the special instructions for their protection. Incorrect handling can damage the unit and cause the invalidation of the warranty. Minimum safety precautions against electrostatic discharge: ...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................9     INTRODUCTION ......................11     ......................11   REPARATIONS   ................... 11     COPE OF OCUMENT ......................11   ESPONSIBILITY   ......................... 12    ...
  • Page 7 Position of Ports ..................... 36     7.2.4 DC Power Supply ....................37     7.2.5 Mains Power Supply (i-MARK 2 only) ................ 37     7.2.6 The i-BUS Connectors ..................... 39     7.2.7 Maximum Overall Cable Runs of i-BUS ..............40  ...
  • Page 8 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL ............... 51     XCHANGING A MARKER WITHIN THE DAISY CHAIN ..................... 52     IRMWARE PDATE ......................52   PARE ARTS   9.6.1 Recommended spare parts stock ................52     9.6.2 Preparing the spare parts ..................

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The system described in this manual is for exclusive operation by trained employees. Only qualified personnel that know the potential dangers involved should perform the installation, settings, maintenance and repair of the units used.
  • Page 10 If it is necessary to check the isolating properties of the field wiring, the assemblies (electronic units and sensors) should be disconnected. Earth the test units. IDENTEC SOLUTIONS does not accept returns of products where the regulations concerning the ESD precautions and protective packaging materials were not followed. ESD – Electrostatic Discharge EMC –...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    2.2 Scope of This Document This document is the hardware description of both the i-MARK 2 and i-MARK3. This document is intended only for mechanical and electrical installation of this central units. A general system description, especially of the position marker technology can be found in the extra system description;...

  • Page 12: Updates

    By standard the i-MARK 2 and i-MARK 3 operate with a power supply of 10 – 30 VDC. As an option the compact unit i-MARK 2 is available with an internal power supply to operate at a mains voltage of 100 – 240 VAC (Europe only).

  • Page 13: Technical Overview

    The Position Marker operates an inductive loop and transmits its preconfigured ID every 20 ms. The difference is that some Position Markers have a built-in antenna (e.g. compact unit i-MARK 2) whose antenna loop has a fixed shape and can be adjusted in its 3D size. On the other hand there are Position Markers that operate an external customized loop antenna (e.g.

  • Page 14: The Tags

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 3.3 The Tags There are 2 types of tags. But the marker function ob both work in the same matter. The difference is only how the long-range RFID communication works. 3.3.1 The i-B2L Tag (Beacon Technology) The i-B2L tags steadily transmits a portion of data (17 Bytes) at a configurable rate, typically a few seconds.

  • Page 15: Marker Field Test Tag

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 3.3.3 Marker Field Test Tag The i-B2L SL/EU is a test tag. It is intended the test the range of the marker field. This is needed in order to set the current of the loop. The tag is equipped with an LED that blinks when the tag is in a marker field.

  • Page 16: The I-Q350L Tag

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 3.3.5 The i-Q350L Tag This new generation of tags can be configured to operate in beacon mode (similar to i-B2 tags) or in response mode (similar to i-Q tags). The marker information is sent out by the tag (depending on the tag configuration) in a burst or in pings (broadcast messages).

  • Page 17: The Marker Functions In Detail

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 4 THE MARKER FUNCTIONS IN DETAIL 4.1 The Marker tag and the inductive loop 1.1.1. Marker tag appears in Position Marker’s loop field Whenever a tag recognizes a new Position Marker’s inductive loop it does this: ...

  • Page 18: The Individual Loop Id

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 4.4 The Individual Loop ID The Loop ID (Marker ID) must be in the range from 1 … 65520. So “0” and numbers above 65520 are not allowed. VISIBILITY DELIVERED. PAGE 18 OF 55...

  • Page 19: System Components

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 5 SYSTEM COMPONENTS 5.1 Component Overview Software ILR SDK i-PORT 4 B ILR Gateway i-PORT MB i-PORT MQ ILR Reader Module i-B2 i-B2L i-Q8L i-Q32T i-Q8 ILR Transponder i-MARK 2 / i-MARK 3...
  • Page 20 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Software i-SHARE i-PORT 4 B ILR Gateway i-PORT 4 B i-PORT MQ ILR Reader Module i-PORT MB i-B2 i-B2L i-Q8L i-Q32T i-Q8 ILR Transponder i-MARK 2 / i-MARK 3 Marker Application with i-B2L tags using the i-SHARE edgeware...

  • Page 21: Position Markers

    USER MANUAL 5.2 Position Markers 5.2.1 i-MARK 2 The i-MARK 2 is a Position Marker of a compact unit design. So all the electronics, as well as the inductive loop is comprised in one single casing Compact Unit i-MARK 2 5.2.2...

  • Page 22: Data Tags

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 5.3 Data Tags 5.3.1 i-B2L Tag This active tag is particularly suited for:  Identification  Tracking and Tracing Using ILR technology, distances of up to 100 meters (300 feet) can be achieved with this tag. An operation lifetime of up to 6 years (depending on ping rate) can be expected due to the tag’s minimal energy...

  • Page 23: I-Q350 Tag

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 5.3.3 i-Q350 Tag The brand new i-Q350 series of tags combines the features of IDENTEC SOLUTIONS’ well-established i-Q and i-B series. In addition the i-Q350 series tags provide an even larger communication range of up to 500 m.

  • Page 24: Polarization Of Tags

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 5.3.4 Polarization of Tags Vertically Polarized Horizontally Polarized Polarization is dependent on orientation and is rotation symmetrical. VISIBILITY DELIVERED. PAGE 24 OF 55...

  • Page 25: Central Units

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Central Units 5.4.1 i-Port MB ® The i-PORT MB is a reader for the i-B series of ILR Beacon Tags. Built into a compact plastic housing, the i-PORT MB receives transmissions from the i-B tags at distances of up to 100 meters (300 ft). Connection to the...

  • Page 26: I-Port 4

    The internal real-time clock provides accurate time stamps for data captured from the tags. The i-PORT 4, combined with other ILR system components from IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, offers a leading- edge wireless, automated data collection tool that is easily integrated into a wide variety of existing applications.

  • Page 27: I-Port M 350

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Example of i-PORT 4 B with 4 i-PORT MB 5.4.4 i-PORT M 350 ® The i-PORT M 350 is a reader for the i-Q350 series of ILR Tags. Built into a compact plastic housing, the i-PORT M 350 receives transmissions from...

  • Page 28: Antennas (Eu Only)

    USER MANUAL Antennas (EU only) IDENTEC SOLUTIONS’ antennas are distinguished by their compact design. A variety of antennas can be used, depending on application. The antennas are differentiated by characteristics such as polarization, apex angle, and gain. Optimal fit to the read zone is achieved by the right choice of antenna (characteristics) and receive sensitivity.

  • Page 29: Linear Polarized Antennas

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 5.5.2 Linear Polarized Antennas Because of the smaller apex angle (60º), this antenna is more suited to selective data collection and restriction of read zones. Depending on the direction of mounting, the antenna’s field is either vertically or horizontally polarized, requiring the tag to have the same orientation.

  • Page 30: Marker Loop Installation

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 6 MARKER LOOP INSTALLATION 6.1 General The inductive loop is a surface-embedded wire loop with one or more windings. It serves as an antenna for the ILR position marker and produces an inductive field at a frequency of 125 kHz, modulated by the position marker with a preset ID.

  • Page 31: Loop Turns

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 6.3 Loop Turns The number of windings in a loop depends on the loop area and therefore the loop circumference. The larger the loop area, the fewer the windings required. Loop Area (perimeter) # of Loop Turns <...
  • Page 32 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL The feeder cable length must be kept as short as possible and requires a minimum of 20 twists per meter (6 twists per foot). Parallel feeds need to be separated by a minimum of 50 cm (20”) to avoid cross-talk.

  • Page 33: Installation Of The I-Mark

    2 All dimensions in mm The i-MARK 2 is designed to operate outdoors. Nevertheless it must be mounted in the orientation shown above with the cable inlets facing to the ground to protect dust and moisture from entering the housing.
  • Page 34 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL The i-MARK 2 is delivered with a set of 2 screws with plastic washers and pegs. These are intended to mount the device to a concrete wall. Drill holes of 8 mm diameter for the pegs.

  • Page 35: I-Mark 3

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 7.1.2 i-MARK 3 All dimensions in mm Inside a protective housing (e.g. switch cabinet) or in a dust-free and completely dry environment the i-MARK 3 can be mounted in every orientation. Outside a protective casing the i-MARK 3 must be mounted in the orientation shown above with the cable inlets facing to the ground to protect dust and moisture from entering the housing.

  • Page 36: Electrical Installation

    7.2.2 Useful Note Where an i-MARK 2/3 is mounted inside a roof, a wall, floor or any location where future access is restricted or impeded, then it is recommended to connect the i-MARK to a regular wall-mounted LAN socket conveniently located via std. patch cable in order to gain access to the i-BUS interface afterwards.

  • Page 37: Dc Power Supply

    Place a fuse of 1 A slow blow in the supply cabling of every i-MARK2/3. 7.2.5 Mains Power Supply (i-MARK 2 only) The compact unit i-MARK 2 is available with an internal power supply to operate at a mains voltage of 100 - 240 VAC (Europe only). Important Safety Note Mounting of the mains wiring must be done by skilled staff.
  • Page 38 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Now insert the cable through the cable gland and mount the screw terminal connector. Link the wire ends together close to the screw terminal. This shall protect loose wires leading hazardous voltage from touching other parts in the casing. A cable strap can be used for this purpose.

  • Page 39: The I-Bus Connectors

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 7.2.6 The i-BUS Connectors To Master RJ 45 connector to the Host computer or the Slave port of the previous i-MARK or i- PORT in the Daisy Chain. To Slave RJ 45 connector to the Master port of the next i-MARK or i-PORT in the Daisy Chain.

  • Page 40: Maximum Overall Cable Runs Of I-Bus

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 7.2.7 Maximum Overall Cable Runs of i-BUS There are 2 general limitations on the length of the i-BUS cabling:  The overall length of the i-BUS over all units on the BUS must not exceed 1000 m (3000 ft) ...
  • Page 41 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL VISIBILITY DELIVERED. PAGE 41 OF 55...

  • Page 42: Initial Operation

    Service PC running Microsoft Windows or compatible Mobile PC or handheld running Windows Mobile/CE  ILR Configuration Tool (software)  USB to RS422 Converter, order code: 292 771 8.3 Connecting to the i-MARK 2/3 for configuration Converter i-BUS i-BUS Service PC i-MARK...

  • Page 43: Ilr Configuration Tool-Overview

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 8.4 ILR Configuration Tool—Overview <= Version Information on the currently selected device. Devices found on the i-BUS are listed here. <= Use “Select/deselect all slots” to quickly come close to your desired setting.
  • Page 44 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Select COM-Port of the USB-RS422-Converter Discover Devices on the i-BUS Use either the menu entry or the button in the tool bar. In this example there is one i-MARK discovered on the i-BUS.

  • Page 45: Example Configurations

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 8.5 Example Configurations Marker Loops at Gates  Several loops in close proximity to each other  All i-MARKs connected via i-BUS  Tags pass through marker loops, they don’t remain in them The standard setting will be: ...
  • Page 46 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Active loop 1 Slot # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Active loop 2 Slot #...

  • Page 47: Details On Specific Settings

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Active loop 1 Cycle Delay Slot # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 … i-MARKs that are not synchronized, rely on their own internal quartz clock to determine its broadcast intervals.

  • Page 48: Synchronization Mechanism

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL In master mode the device will additionally transmit synchronization telegrams and this independently on the operating mode it is configured in. 8.6.3 Synchronization Mechanism Note: This setting is only of importance if several marker loops are in close proximity to each other.

  • Page 49: Checking The Installation

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Slot configuration table. Slot number Marker 1 Marker 2 Marker 3 Marker 4 Marker 5 Marker 6 Marker 7 Marker 8 8.7 Checking the Installation After completing the installation the operation must be systematically checked. The installation check can be divided into three sections: ...

  • Page 50: Loop Error

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Lights green during receive and orange during response – also for Bluetooth. Blinking: system error on start-up, firmware execution failed. 8.9 Loop Error There are three types of possible errors. Every of the following errors will switch the to a warning color (orange or red).

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 9 MAINTENANCE 9.1 General In principle, the ILR system is maintenance-free. When correctly installed it operates for many years without any problems. 9.2 Tag Battery Life The selected batteries are long life lithium batteries whose service life depends on the extent of the data communication and the ambient temperature of the application area.
  • Page 52 Examination and repair of exchanged parts The data tags and compact communicators are complex electronic power units on which the customer can carry out only very limited repairs. Normally the repairs are carried out at IDENTEC SOLUTIONS or possibly at a distributor.
  • Page 53 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL AUSTRIA / AUTRICHE VISIBILITY DELIVERED. PAGE 53 OF 55...
  • Page 54 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL 10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 Operating Data i-MARK 2 i-MARK 3 Range Adjustable by the loop current up Depending on loop design and to app 3.5 m adjustable by the loop current Number of loops...
  • Page 55 2 / i-MARK 3 USER MANUAL Storage temperature –40 °C to +80 °C / –40 °F to +176 °F Humidity Up to 90 % non-condensing VISIBILITY DELIVERED. PAGE 55 OF 55...

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