Datalogic COBALT HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Manual
Datalogic COBALT HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Manual

Datalogic COBALT HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Manual

High frequency passive radio frequency identification controller

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Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 RFID Controller
HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Guide – Rev. 05
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  • Page 1 HF-CNTL-485-02 Installation Guide – Rev. 05 Copyright © 2010 Datalogic Automation S.r.l., all rights reserved HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5...
  • Page 2 FCC COMPLIANCE Modifications or changes to this equipment without the expressed written approval of Datalogic could void the autority to use the equipment. This device complies with PART 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 3 RADIO COMPLIANCE ENGLISH Contact the competent authority responsible for the management of radio frequency devices of your country to verify any possible restrictions or licenses required. Refer to the web site: http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/rtte/ for further information. ITALIANO Prendi contatto con l'autorità competente per la gestione degli apparati a radio frequenza del tuo paese, per verificare eventuali restrizioni o licenze.
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Controller Information

    V E R V I E W Welcome to the Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 RFID Controller – Installation Guide. This document will assist you in the installation and setup of the Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 RFID Controller. The Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 is a feature-rich, high frequency, Radio-Frequency Identification device that provides read/write RFID data transmission and control solutions to shop floor, item-level tracking and material handling applications.
  • Page 5 1.1.3 HF-CNTL-485-02 Controller Dimensions Figure 1-1: HF-CNTL-485-02 Controller Dimensions HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5 P A G E 5 O F 2 0...
  • Page 6 1 . 2 H F- S R FI D A O B A L T E R I E S N T E N N A S The Cobalt HF-Series product family includes four RFID antenna models. Designed with different dimensions, each Cobalt HF-Series RFID Antenna generates a unique RF field pattern and read/write range.
  • Page 7 1.2.1 HF-ANT-1010-01 Antenna Dimensions Figure 1-3: HF-ANT-1010-01 Antenna Dimensions HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5 P A G E 7 O F 2 0...
  • Page 8 1.2.2 HF-ANT-2020-01 Antenna Dimensions Figure 1-4: HF-ANT-2020-01 Antenna Dimensions HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5 P A G E 8 O F 2 0...
  • Page 9 1.2.3 HF-ANT-3030-01 Antenna Dimensions Figure 1-5: HF-ANT-3030-01 Antenna Dimensions HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5 P A G E 9 O F 2 0...
  • Page 10 1.2.4 HF-ANT-0750-01 Antenna Dimensions Figure 1-6: HF-ANT-0750-01 Antenna Dimensions HF-CNTL-485- 0 2 I N S T A L L A T I O N G U I D E – R E V . 0 5 P A G E 1 0 O F 2 0...
  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Controller Installation

    CHAPTER 2: CONTROLLER INSTALLATION 2 . 1 R E P A R I N G F O R N S T A L L A T I O N 2.1.1 Power Requirements The Cobalt Controller requires an electrical supply voltage. See Technical specifications for details.
  • Page 12: Torque Specification

    2.2.1 Torque Specification Screws should be tightened to the following torque settings: 1.7 Nm or 15 lbs / inch ITEM DESCRIPTION Cobalt Controller (HF-CNTL-485-02) Cobalt Antenna (HF-ANT-1010-01) Washer (Spring Lock, M5, 18-8 SS) Screw (Socket Head Cap, M5 X 20mm, 18-8 SS) 2.2.2 Minimum Distance between Antennas When installing multiple Cobalt HF-Series Controllers/Antennas, refer to the table...
  • Page 13 - 1 0 1 0 60cm 75cm 90cm 50cm - 2 0 2 0 75cm 90cm 1.2m 65cm - 3 0 3 0 90cm 1.2m 90cm - 0 7 5 0 50cm 65cm 90cm 50cm Table 2-1: Minimum Distance between Antennas For example, an HF-ANT-3030 RFID Antenna and an HF-ANT-1010 RFID Antenna should be located no closer than 90 centimeters apart.
  • Page 14 2 . 4 A B L I N G N F O R M A T I O N M12 C – P ONNECTOR ESCRIPTIONS Figure 2-1: 5-Pin, Male, M12 Connector P I N # D E S C R I P T I O N SIGNAL GND +VDC PWR 0V (POWER GND)
  • Page 15 2.4.1 Optional Digital I/O Connector (*) The Cobalt HF-CNTL-232-02 may have an optional digital I/O connector to interface with external devices. This additional connector is placed in the bottom plate, on the right side of normal connectors. I/O C EVERSE EYED EMALE IGITAL...
  • Page 16 ATTENTION: For operating instructions for the Cobalt HF-CNTL-485-02 RFID Controller, refer to the: Cobalt HF-Series RFID Controllers – Operator’s Manual - Available online at: www.ems-rfid.com. Also available online at www.ems-rfid.com is Escort Memory Systems’ Cobalt Dashboard™ software utility. The RFID Dashboard is a Windows-based application that provides users with complete control over their EMS RFID hardware.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Technical Specifications

    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 . 1 C O B AL T H F CO NT RO L L E RS ELECTRICAL DC input Voltage Range 12-30VDC DC Input Current 500-300mA RADIO Frequency 13,56MHz Air Interface ISO15693, ISO14443 Conducted Output Power COMMUNICATION HF-CNTL-485-02 Multidrop architecture, max speed 115Kb...
  • Page 18 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature -20° to 50° C ( -4° to 122° F ) Storage Temperature -20° to +70° C ( -4° to 158° F ) Humidity 90% non-condensing Protection Class IP65 3 . 2 H F A NT E N N AS ELECTRICAL All models Frequency...
  • Page 19 ECHANICAL HF-ANT-1010-1 Dimensions 100x100x42mm ( 3.95x3.95x1.67in) Weight 280g ( 9.88oz ) HF-ANT-2020-1 Dimensions 200x200x42mm ( 7.87x7.87x1.67in) Weight 500g ( 17.64 oz ) HF-ANT-3030-1 Dimensions 300x300x42mm ( 11.81x11.81x1.67 oz ) Weight 740g ( 26.10 oz ) HF-ANT-0750-1 Dimensions 70x500x42mm ( 2.76x19.69x1.59in ) Weight 635g ( 22.4 oz ) NOTE : This device and its antenna are intended for idoor use only...
  • Page 20 Datalogic Automation and excluded from this agreement. Under no circumstances shall Datalogic Automation be liable to Buyer, in contract or in tort, for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, expenses, losses or delay however caused.

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