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- Page 1 Agrident GmbH, Steinklippenstr. 10, D-30890 Barsinghausen Phone +49 5105 582573-10 - Fax +49 5105 582573-17 AWL200 User Manual F i r m w a r e v 1 . 0 5 a n d h i g h e r...
- Page 2 Agrident GmbH. Agrident GmbH reserves the right to make changes to any and all parts of this documentation without obligation to notify any person or entity of such changes.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
AWL200 User Manual Content Introduction ......................5 Before you start ....................5 Reader Hardware ....................6 Parts of the AWL200 ..................6 Accessories ....................6 Connecting the USB cable ................7 Controlling the AWL200 ..................8 AWL200 Display ................... 8 4.1.1... - Page 4 AWL200 User Manual 7.6.1 Reader Settings .................. 29 7.6.1.1 Animal Counter On/Off ..............29 7.6.1.2 Set Read Mode ................29 7.6.1.3 Set Online Mode ................30 7.6.1.4 Wireless Sync On/Off ..............30 7.6.1.5 Volume & Vibrator ................31 7.6.2 Display ....................32 7.6.2.1 Set Date/Time ..................
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Page 5: Introduction
AWL200 User Manual Introduction The AWL200 is a high quality, ruggedized portable RFID reader for tags complying with the ISO11784 / 11785 standard. It can read transponders with FDX-B and HDX technology. In addition to the reading functions, the device can store up to 100.000 records in several groups in the large internal memory. -
Page 6: Reader Hardware
This chapter describes the AWL200 hardware including all accessories. Parts of the AWL200 The AWL200 stick reader is 65 centimeters long and has a weight of only 650 grams. It provides a good reading performance, a large 2.4 inch color TFT display, two status LEDs above the display, a speaker and a vibrating handle. -
Page 7: Connecting The Usb Cable
ACC500 (p/n 4043) Connecting the USB cable The AWL200 uses a Mini-USB socket with an additional protection cap. Before the socket is accessible, please remove the cap by turning it anti-clockwise. Attach the Mini-USB connector of the cable to the Mini-USB socket at the bottom of the reader. Please pay attention on the correct orientation. -
Page 8: Controlling The Awl200
AWL200 User Manual Controlling the AWL200 The AWL200 has a large color display and seven keys which are used for controlling the device. The Reader is activated by pressing the key in the middle of the directional pad. When the device is connected to a USB port of a computer while it is switched off, the reader will enter MSD-Mode (Mass Storage Device) after 1-2 seconds. -
Page 9: The Status Symbols At The Top Of The Display
AWL200 User Manual 4.1.2 The status symbols at the top of the display There is a status bar in the first display line. Beside the time (on the right side) it provides information about the battery status and the different interfaces. -
Page 10: Bluetooth Status
4.1.2.3 USB status The USB status is shown in the middle at the top of the display: When the AWL200 is connected to the USB port of a computer, the white USB symbol is shown: In case the AWL200 is connected to an USB power supply instead of a computers USB port, the symbol changes from white to red. -
Page 11: The Status Leds Above The Display
Solid Battery is fully charged The multicolor LEDs are only used when the AWL200 is in Suspend-Mode (display is switched off but the device is connected to USB and hence is being charged). When switched on, the battery symbol in the display indicates the charging status. -
Page 12: Using The Keyboard
AWL200 User Manual Using the keyboard The AWL200 has 7 keys in order to allow the easy and convenient operation of the reader. There is a directional pad with an ENTER key in the middle and there are two additional soft-keys below the display which change their function depending on the current action. -
Page 13: Operating States
If the AWL200 is connected to USB while it is switched off, the MSD mode is activated. Then the reader is attached to the computer as a mass storage device and file transfer is possible. Once key is pressed, the device will switch on and use CDC mode right away. -
Page 14: Reading Transponders
AWL200 User Manual Reading Transponders 09/03/18 Page 14 of 43... - Page 15 AWL200 User Manual 09/03/18 Page 15 of 43...
- Page 16 AWL200 User Manual After a tag has been read, the display will show the information as in the following screenshot: VID – Visual ID EID – Electronic ID Name of the current group, here: ‘group 3’ Number of records in the current group, here: ‘15’...
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Page 17: Menu Items
AWL200 that allows the collection of comprehensive data. For further information about this operating mode please contact your local distributor. For the navigation through the AWL200 menus, all seven keys might be used. The directional keys have the following functions here: Operation... -
Page 18: Menu Structure
AWL200 User Manual Menu structure The following table shows the menu structure of the AWL200 including submenus and options. Options or actions are shown in italic and the default values for options are marked with ‘ * ’. Main Menu... - Page 19 AWL200 User Manual Main Menu sub menu submenu submenu submenu Setup Reader Settings Volume & Vibrator Set Volume 0% (OFF) 60% * 100% Vibrator On/Off Vibrator ON * Vibrator OFF Display Set Date/Time [set values manually] Set Switch Off Time...
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Page 20: New Group
AWL200 User Manual New Group In the memory of the AWL200, records are organized in groups. One group can contain up to 10.000 records maximum. A new record is created for every transponder which has been read. If you do not wish to create new records for duplicate reads, please enable the ‘Animal Counter’ –... -
Page 21: Tasks
Handheld readers. If no Task-Definitions have been uploaded, this menu item will not be shown at all. Please contact your local distributor for further details about Task-Mode. If Task-Definitions are present on the AWL200, this menu item will be visible automatically. When entering the submenu ‘Tasks’, the following entries are shown:... - Page 22 (here: ‘YES’) is pressed, the records made until now will be saved and the ‘Control’ is finished. By pressing the right soft key (‘Cancel’) the AWL200 will return to the reading loop and more transponders can be read.
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Page 23: Data
AWL200 User Manual Data The ‘Data’ menu contains items for showing and deleting data. 7.4.1 Show Data When the item ‘Show Data’ was selected, the device will show a list of all groups which are present in the memory at the moment. Each entry shows the group name and the number of records within the group in brackets. -
Page 24: Clear Data
(FDX-B or HDX) is shown as well. 7.4.2 Clear data It is possible to delete collected data on the AWL200. There are different options for erasing data, also depending on the way they have been collected in. As already explained earlier in this manual, the standard records are saved in groups. -
Page 25: Clear Groups
AWL200 User Manual 7.4.2.1 Clear Groups Clear Last Groups: Erases the last group completely Select Group: opens the list of groups in order to select a particular group to delete Clear All Groups: Erases ALL groups from the device memory (no Task-Data) 7.4.2.2 Clear Task Data... -
Page 26: Print
Bluetooth printer. After the ‘Print’ menu was left, the connection to the printer will be dropped and the AWL200 tries to re-connect to the configured primary Bluetooth partner again (if in Master Mode). The huge advantage is that the user does not need to select a different Bluetooth device just for printing. -
Page 27: Print Barcode
It is also possible to print a barcode of a particular EID. This can be useful if you want to label blood samples, for example. In order to be able to print the EID as a barcode, the AWL200 has to read the transponder first. -
Page 28: Setup
Setup The AWL200 is very flexible concerning its configuration. Several settings can be adjusted directly in the device menu. Very special settings cannot be modified on the AWL200 itself but they are software-adjustable only. A possible software for altering AWL200 settings is AgriLink. -
Page 29: Reader Settings
EID within the same group again. If not activated, it is possible to do that - the AWL200 does not check for double reads then. Decide whether the Animal Counter should be activated or... -
Page 30: Set Online Mode
HDX transponders. Since it is not possible to synchronize mobile readers wired in the field, Agrident readers offer a feature called ‘Wireless Synchronization’. This function was mainly invented in order to allow mobile devices the operation close to stationary readers without interfering with them. -
Page 31: Volume & Vibrator
7.6.1.5 Volume & Vibrator The AWL200 provides a speaker and a vibrating handle for signalization in addition to the LEDs and the display. These can be configured in this menu. After selecting ‘Volume & Vibrator’, a new menu is shown. -
Page 32: Display
7.6.2.2 Set Switch Off Time The ‘Switch Off Time’ determines after which period (of no action) the AWL200 enters suspend mode. Any action, like a key press, will reset this timer. Please also see chapter 5 for further details. The maximum possible time is 60 minutes, but please keep in mind that this reduces the operating time. -
Page 33: Set Language
7.6.3.1 Setup Scale The AWL200 is able to receive the weight from indicators which can send it via Bluetooth. There are different scale types supported, also from the major brands on the market. This function can only be used for Task-Mode, where the so called ‘Weight-from-Scale’... -
Page 34: Setup Printer
The Bluetooth Mode determines if the AWL200 should initiate the connection to another device (Master Mode) or if other devices should be able to connect to the AWL200. Per default, Bluetooth is not activated (OFF), so it must be switched on first. Then you have to decide whether the AWL200 should be the device initiating the connection (Master) or the other device (Slave). - Page 35 Bluetooth partner and will try to connect to it automatically and permanently, if the reader is configured to Master Mode. Usually there should not be too many Bluetooth devices in use with the AWL200. In order to prevent unnecessary scans when switching from one Bluetooth partner to another one, the reader stores a ‘Bluetooth Device History’.
- Page 36 HID is used for ‘typing in’ the EID sent via Bluetooth into text fields of applications running on the host device. This removes the need to develop a serial interface for the reader. The AWL200 is connected to the host as a ‘virtual keyboard’. When the cursor is in a text field in the app running on the host, the EID is filled into this field after a transponder has been read.
- Page 37 Mode: Bluetooth Mode plus Bluetooth Profile in brackets Status: Connection Status, here: tries to connect to remote device In this case the AWL200 is connected to the remote device. When the connection would drop, the reader would try to reconnect to the configured Bluetooth partner until successful.
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Page 38: Configuration
‘Set Factory Configuration’ puts all settings back to the factory default values. This might be useful if particular settings have been changed and the AWL200 is not operating as intended anymore. Please note that this action cannot be undone. Settings different from the factory defaults have to be made again. -
Page 39: Show Battery Info
When fully charged, the battery info shows ‘100%’. Below the charging indication, the display shows rough estimates concerning the remaining operating time in standby mode (AWL200 running but RFID engine is off), here 22 hours, and in continuous read mode, here 7 hours and 10 minutes. -
Page 40: Battery Precautions
AWL200 User Manual Battery precautions There are some important things to consider concerning the rechargeable battery pack. The allowed charge temperature is between 0°C to +45°C (32°F to 113°F). Discharging is allowed within the range of -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to 140°F) – this is the allowed operating temperature for the battery. -
Page 41: Safety And Care
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage resulting from improper use or use not consistent with that described in these operating instructions. ▪ The AWL200 Reader contains no parts that can be repaired by the user. For this reason the Reader Electronic may only be repaired by authorized customer service personnel. -
Page 42: Warranty
11 International approvals CE marking Hereby, Agrident GmbH declares that the AWL200, if used according to the instructions, is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU. For use in all countries of the EU. -
Page 43: Trouble Shooting
AWL200 User Manual 12 Trouble shooting For any problem please contact us: Agrident GmbH Steinklippenstr. 10 30890 Barsinghausen Germany Telephone +49 5105 582573-10 +49 5105 582573-17 Mail: support@agrident.com 09/03/18 Page 43 of 43...
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