Caen RFID easy2read Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual

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R1260I
RFID UHF Desktop Reader
Technical Information Manual
Revision n. 02
19/06/2012

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  • Page 1 R1260I RFID UHF Desktop Reader Technical Information Manual Revision n. 02 19/06/2012...
  • Page 2: Scope Of Manual

    The information contained herein has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. CAEN RFID reserves the right to modify its products specifications without giving any notice; for up to date information please visit www.caenrfid.it.
  • Page 3 The authority to operate this product is conditioned by the requirements that no modifications be made to the equipment unless the changes or modifications are expressly approved by CAEN RFID. Disposal of the product Do not dispose the product in municipal or household waste.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Index … Scope of Manual ...................................2 Change Document Record ................................2 Reference Document ..................................2 Index … ......................................4 List of Figures ....................................4 List of Tables ....................................4 Introduction ..................................5 General Information ..................................6 Ordering Options ..................................7 Accessories ....................................8 Installation Notice ..................................8 Getting Started..................................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    1 Introduction This Chapter gives general information about the SLATE R1260I Reader. It contains these topics:  General Information  Ordering Options  Accessories  Installation Notice Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 6: General Information

    Being compliant with both European and US regulatory environments, the Slate reader allows installations in various countries worldwide as needed by retailers, forwarders, warehouses and other global organizations. The core component of the Slate is the new CAEN RFID Quark module, the smallest and lowest power consuming module available on the market.
  • Page 7: Ordering Options

    R1260I (SLATE) USB Desktop UHF RFID Reader Development Kit is available: Fig. 1.2: Slate R1260I USB Desktop UHF RFID Reader Development Kit The R1260I (SLATE) reader development kit is a complete RFID set up, for a quick implementation of RFID solutions. It includes: ...
  • Page 8: Accessories

    Accessories Check for the supplied accessories below: No. 4 rubber feet No.2 wall hooks No. 2 small screws (ø 3 mm) No.2 rawlplugs (ø 4 mm) +screws Installation Notice The Slate R1260I can be easily placed on a table for desktop applications or it is possible to hang it on the wall. Fig.
  • Page 9: Fig. 1.4: Slate R1260I Wall Mounting

    Horizontal Installation: The Slate can be easily placed on a table for desktop applications affixing the 4 rubber feet to the bottom of the Slate R1260I to prevent it from sliding. Vertical Installation: The Slate can be hanged on the wall (see Fig. 1.4: Slate R1260I Wall mounting). First of all, use the two small screws (ø...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    2 Getting Started This chapter provides simple steps to quickly start using the SLATE R1260I Reader. It contains these topics:  Introduction  Serial Port Emulator  Connecting the Slate R1260I Reader Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 11: Introduction

    The Slate reader is based on a FTDI chip. To connect it to the PC you need to install the VCP (Virtual Com Port) drivers for your operating system. You can download VCP drivers for Windows based systems from the CAEN RFID Web Site at...
  • Page 12 Select Include this location in the search and browse the folder where you have downloaded the VCP drivers then click on next. When the installation is successfully terminated, press on Finish. Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 13 Now the driver installation procedure is completed. Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 14: Connecting The Slate R1260I Reader

    Connecting the Slate R1260I Reader You can connect to the Slate R1260 Reader using the EasyController software via USB connection. Connecting the Slate using the EasyController Download from the CAEN RFID web site the latest version of the EasyController software and install it.
  • Page 15 Once the serial port connection is established, CAEN RFID EasyController software can be used to interface the reader. Launch the Easycontroller by double clicking on the icon on your desktop. Click on File → Connect, select the RS232 Connection Type and select from the pull-down menu the COM port number where the driver has mapped the virtual port for the Slate (in the example COM4) and then click on connect.
  • Page 16: Slate R1260I External Interfaces Description

    3 SLATE R1260I External Interfaces Description This Chapter gives a description of the SLATE R1260I Reader external interfaces. It contains these topics:  External Connection  Front Panel Leds Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 17: External Connection

    External Connection The external connection is via USB port. The USB cable is located in the back side of the Slate. You can pass the USB cable through the opening at the bottom or at the top of the Slate back side. The mechanical specification of the USB Port is as follows: ...
  • Page 18: Slate R1260I Reader Upgrade

    4 SLATE R1260I Reader Upgrade This Chapter describes the SLATE R1260I Reader Upgrade. Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 19: Firmware Upgrade

    Firmware Upgrade The Slate Upgrade Tool is available for free at Slate R1260I page of the CAEN RFID Web Site. The Slate R1260I firmware upgrade can be managed via USB. In order to upgrade the firmware follow the steps below:...
  • Page 20: Slate R1260I Technical Specifications

    5 SLATE R1260I Technical Specifications This Chapter introduces the technical specifications of the SLATE R1260I Reader. It contains these topics:  Technical Specifications Table  Reader – Tag Link Profiles  Radiation Patterns Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 21: Technical Specifications Table

    Technical Specifications Table 902÷928 MHz (FCC part 15) Frequency Band 865.600÷867.600 MHz (ETSI EN 302 208) Programmable in 15 levels (1dB step) from 12dBm ERP to 26dBm ERP (from RF Power 16mW ERP to 400mW ERP) Antenna Integrated Circular Polarized Antenna 4 channels (compliant to ETSI EN 302 208 v1.2.1) Number of Channels 50 hopping channels (compliant to FCC part 15.247).
  • Page 22: Radiation Patterns

    Radiation Patterns The radiation patterns of Slate R1260I are shown in the following figures. Fig. 5.1: Slate R1260I Radiation pattern H plane Fig. 5.2: Slate R1260I Radiation pattern V plane Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 23: Slate R1260I Regulatory Compliance

    6 SLATE R1260I Regulatory Compliance This Chapter gives information on the SLATE R1260I Reader Regulatory Compliance. It contains these topics:  FCC Compliance  CE Compliance  RoHS EU Directive  CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  FCC GRANT Slate R1260I Technical Information Manual...
  • Page 24: Fcc Compliance

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. NOTE: Any changes or modification not approved by CAEN RFID could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The Slate R1260I reader contains an integrated circular antenna with 5dBi gain. The maximum radiated power is 400mW e.r.p.
  • Page 25: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: CAEN RFID Srl Via Vetraia, 11 55049 Viareggio (LU) Italy Product Model Code: WR1260IXAAAA Product Model Description: Slate - R1260I - RFID UHF Desktop Reader Standards to which conformity is declared CEI EN 60950-1:2004 ETSI EN 301 489-1 V. 1.8.1:2008 ETSI EN 301 489-3 V.
  • Page 26: Fcc Grant

    FCC GRANT...

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