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Read This First Read This First Welcome to the TAGSYS range of products operating at the 13.56 MHz frequency. This range of products is used to implement high-quality RFID systems for demanding applications. This document provides information about how to install and use Universal Short Range Medio S001/S002 Smart Label Readers.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Light Emitting Diode Least Significant Bit Most Significant Bit Operating System Personal Computer Printed Circuit Board Random Access Memory Radio Frequency RFID Radio Frequency IDentification Reserved for Future Use Radio Processing Unit Real Time Clock...
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RS-485 Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard for multipoint, differential data transmission. It allows multiple nodes to communicate bi-directionally over 1 or 2 twisted pairs. Smart Label Small, flexible tag from the 13.56 MHz TAGSYS product line. A smart label is made of a chip connected to an etched antenna.
Quality Issues TAGSYS implements stringent quality controls at all stages of its manufacturing process. However, should you find a defect with this product, please notify your TagSys Quality Service representative using the dedicated Product Return Form. Telephone: +33 (0)4 91 27 57 36...
1.2.1 In Europe (CE and RTTE Directives) 1.2.2 In USA (FCC Directive) 1.2.3 In Canada Introduction General Product Description Medio S001/S002 Key Features Delivery Functional Overview Functional Block Diagram Communication Protocols 3.2.1 Tag-to-Reader Interface 3.2.2 Reader-to-Host Interface Signal Detection Module...
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Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Serial Communication Links Medio S001 and S001 Rev. 2 Medio S002 General Information on Data Acquisition TTL Interface 5.4.1 Installing the TTL Interface 5.4.2 Electrical Signal Requirements RS-232 Interface 5.5.1 Installing the RS-232 Interface 5.5.2 Setting the Host System RS-232 Communication Link 5.5.3...
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Read This First 7.4.2 Medio S002 and S001 Rev. 2 Technical Specifications Medio S001/S002 Technical Specifications Mechanical Characteristics Dimensions and General Mechanical Information Markings 10 Electrical Characteristics 10.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings 10.2 Standards Compliance 10.3 Power Supply DC Characteristics 10.4 SHDW Pin Electrical Characteristics 10.5...
TAGSYS. Unauthorized modifications may void the conformity of the equipment to CE and RTTE Directives and will void the TAGSYS warranty. If a Medio S001/S002 is further integrated in a different product, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer of this complementary product to obtain the required approvals for this product.
Certification 1.2.2 In USA (FCC Directive) The Medio S001/S002 Smart Label Reader has been designed to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Furthermore typical configurations based on a Medio S002 have been successfully tested with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Configurable I/Os 4 (TTL) Firmware upgradeable Boot with last configuration Delivery The Medio S001/S002 Smart Label Reader kit contains the following items: Table 2: Package Contents Quantity Item Medio S001 or Medio S002 Smart Label Reader HE-10 connector (10-pin) CD-ROM including: •...
Processing Unit (CPU). Functional Block Diagram The Medio S001/S002 architectural structure is based on a CPU that drives all reader functions. It manages communications between the host system (connected to the “Reader-to-Host interface”) and one or more smart labels using an antenna (connected to the “Tag-to-Reader interface”).
Medio S002 Only 3.2.2 Reader-to-Host Interface When the Medio S001/S002 reader is connected to an antenna, it acts more as a protocol converter due to the wide range of tasks it can perform. For more information about these tasks, refer to the Medio S001/S002 Command Set document.
The Reader-to-Host interface is independent from the host system. Stand-alone mode is used by the Medio S001/S002 reader to read tags and send their identification data to the host system. This transmission takes place in ASCII format. While in this mode, the reader cannot receive any commands.
Even if the RF is turned off, these commands activate the RF field. When the task has been performed, the RF field either reverts to its initial state or stays on depending on the command. Please refer to the Medio S001/S002 Command Set document for command-specific RF management information.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide 4 Installing the Reader This section explains how best to install the Medio S001/S002 Smart Label Reader board. The physical description of the reader board is given in Section 8, “Mechanical Characteristics”. Pin Connections The Medio S001/S002 Smart Label reader board has three connectors with inputs and outputs to...
J1-10 Ground (for I/Os) J3-5 Ground (for antenna) J2-2 Reserved Pins J1-1 J1-2 (Medio S001 Only) J1-3 (Medio S001 Only) Do not connect J3-6 J3-7 J3-8 Power Supply and Hardware Shutdown The power supply must be connected to a GND pin and to the V pin.
In any event, the SHDW pin voltage must not exceed 6V. Antenna The J2 connector is dedicated to an antenna that is required for reading smart labels. This can be a TAGSYS antenna or a custom-made model. The choice of the antenna must take into account the following considerations: •...
The communication type is selected using the “Serial Communication Select” command (please refer to the Medio S001/S002 Command Set document). The RS-232 link is the default setting. In any case, the TTL interface is always active and has priority over any Recommended Standard (RS) communication connection.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Communication parameters are listed in Table 7. These parameters cannot be modified. Table 7: Parameters for the Transmission of a Byte Parameter Value Allowed Baud Rates 4800, 9600, 19200 or 38400 Start Bit Number of data bits...
Sunk or Sourced TX_TTL Output Capacitance RS-232 Interface The RS-232 interface is compatible with both the Medio S001 and S002 Smart Label readers. 5.5.1 Installing the RS-232 Interface To use the RS-232 interface, TX_RS232 and RX_RS232 pins must be connected respectively to the receive and transmit pins of the host system communication link.
Medio S001/S002 Host System Reader Board If the RS-232 interface of a Medio S001 is not used, do not connect the RX_RS232 and TX_RS232 pins together on the reader board. The RS-232 interface is compatible with the RS-232 standard. 5.5.2 Setting the Host System RS-232 Communication Link...
Serial Communication Links 5.5.3 Electrical Signal Requirements Table 10 shows the electrical characteristics of the RS-232 interface pins. Table 10: RS-232 Interface Pins - Electrical Characteristics Parameters Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit RX-RS232 Input Voltage Range RX-RS232 Input Threshold Low 25°C RX-RS232 Input Threshold High 25°C...
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Figure 10: Connection of the RS-422 Interface T+ (Y) T- (Z) R+ (A) R- (B) Host to Reader Interface Host RS-422 Interface MEDIO S002 5.6.2 Installing the RS-485 Full Duplex Interface The RS-485 Full Duplex Standard requires 2 pairs of balanced lines, one for transmitting and another for receiving data.
Serial Communication Links A 120-Ohm resistor should be added at the end of the two transmission lines in compliance with RS-485 specifications. When set to communicate using the RS-485 interface, the reader always holds the transmission lines before the start of any communication and returns to Tri-state mode at the end of communication.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide reference may be established by a third conductor connecting the common leads of the devices, or it may be provided by the connection from each equipment item to a ground reference. Where the reader reference is provided by a third conductor, the connection between the reader common and the third conductor must contain a certain amount of resistance (e.g.
Connecting Peripheral Devices 6 Connecting Peripheral Devices Using the Input / Output Pins (I/Os) Each I/O pin can be used as either an input or an output. Its voltage is compatible with the TTL/CMOS level. By default, all pins are set as inputs at each power-on reset. When set as input, each pin features a high impedance state to a TTL input buffer and has an internal pull-up resistance of 10 kΩ.
A monotone buzzer driven by a continuous voltage (5V) with a maximum consumption of 20 mA can be connected directly to an I/O pin. For more information about programming I/O connections, refer to the Medio S001/S002 Command Set document. 30/50 Revision 1.4...
Reserved Pins The following pins are reserved and must not be connected. Medio S001/S001 Rev. 2: J1-1, J1-2, J1-3, J3-6, J3-7 and J3-8 Medio S002: J1-1, J3-6, J3-7 and J3-8 These pins must NOT be connected or unpredictable results may occur.
ASCII protocol is used in order to provide hexadecimal data that can be read by a variety of ® terminal programs (e.g. Microsoft HyperTerminal). The performance of the Medio S001 Rev. 2 in Standalone mode is identical to the Medio S002. Stand-alone Mode Features Table 13 lists the available features for each Smart Label reader in Stand-alone mode.
9 or 12 ASCII characters. Medio S001 Rev. 2 and Medio S002 readers can decode all chips in Standalone mode. Only the ID field is required in the return ASCII message. All other fields are optional. The ID field length is...
300 ms for a Medio S001 or have failed 3 times for a Medio S002 and S001 Rev. 2 (this feature makes it possible to detect a chip’s potential exit out of the field).
Medio S002 and S001 Rev. 2 readers can be set in Stand-alone mode in one of three ways: 1. By using the “Serial Communication Select” or “Set Stand-alone Mode” commands followed by a “Reset Reader” command. For more information, refer to the Medio S001/S002 Command Set document.
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Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Figure 17: Communication in Stand-alone Mode with the TTL interface J1 Connector SHDW Ground Reference Voltage RX_TTL TX_TTL TTL-compatible Receiver (See note below) TTL Interface of Host System Medio S001/S002 Reader Board Figure 18: Communication in Stand-alone Mode with the RS-232 interface...
• Medio S002 and Medio S001 Rev. 2: Connection optional for Stand-alone mode. Connection not required if Medio S002 or Medio S001 Rev. 2 is set in Stand-alone mode using the “Set Stand-alone Mode” command. If an STX-E command is used to enter Standalone mode, the RX_XXX link can be connected allowing the user to exit Standalone mode by sending the 'S' character.
Disabling Stand-alone Mode 7.4.1 Medio S001 To reset the Medio S001 in Standard mode: 1. Turn off the reader. 2. Remove the connection between pins RX_TTL and TX_TTL. 3. Turn on the reader.
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Stand-alone Mode This function is only available with Firmware version 2.4 or more recent. When exiting Standalone mode using this command, note that the response time varies in function of the current Medio S002/S001 Rev. 2 activity (tag reading in progress, for example).
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide 8 Technical Specifications Medio S001/S002 Technical Specifications Table 20: Medio S001/S002 Technical Specifications Reference Medio S001 Medio S002 Size (L x W x H) 30 x 40 x 20 mm (1.2 x 1.6 x 0.8 inches) Weight 7g (0.247 ounces)
Mechanical Characteristics 9 Mechanical Characteristics Dimensions and General Mechanical Information Figure 20: Medio S00x Coupler: Mechanical Dimensions (Side View) 3.5 mm. 8 mm. Reader Board 6.8 mm. Bottom Figure 21: Medio S00x Coupler: Mechanical Dimensions (Top View) 40 mm. 2 mm. 2 mm.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide Figure 22: Metallic Holes (Fixation and Pin-Out) Position on the Reader 36.5 mm. 22.4 mm. 24 mm. 26.7 mm. 26 mm. 0.9 mm. 2.54 mm. 2.54 mm. 2.54 mm. 32.5 mm. 36 mm. All pin holes on the connectors have a spacing of 2.54 mm (0.1 inch).
ESD Protection on RX_RS232 and TX_RS232 pins ±15 kV 10.2 Standards Compliance The Medio S001 coupler is compliant with the following standards: ARIB T60 (Japanese Radio Standard Compliance) ETSI 300-330 (European Radio Compliance) The Medio S002 is also compliant with FCC part 15 regulations.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide 10.3 Power Supply DC Characteristics Parameters Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit Comments VCC Power Input Voltage VCC Power On Input Peak Current VCC Power On Input Peak Current Recovery Time Input Voltage = 4V All peripherals powered RF On...
Electrical Characteristics 10.4 SHDW Pin Electrical Characteristics Parameters Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit Comments SDHW Input Voltage High Board is supplied SDHW Input Voltage Low Board is turned off Max reached when SDHW Input Current µA SHDW is low 10.5 Communication Link DC Characteristics and Timing Parameters Conditions Min.
Medio S001/S002 Reader Integrator's Guide 10.6 Antenna Electrical and Timing Characteristics Parameters Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit Comments Medio S001 ANT output power Medio S002/S001 Rev2 ANT output impedance (50, 0) (W, °) At 13.56 MHz End of reception on RFOn time to RFOff RX to ANT.
Electrical Characteristics 10.7 I/O Electrical and Timing Characteristics Parameters Conditions Min. Typ. Max. Unit Comments I/Ox input voltage low I/Ox input voltage high I/Ox input current µA I/Ox output voltage low I/Ox output voltage high VDD-0.7 Sunk or I/Ox output current sourced I/Ox output capacitance End of reception on...
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