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Savi Technology EchoPoint SR-640-101 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 ,QVWDOODWLRQ *XLGH 9HUVLRQ ...
  • Page 2 First edition (August 2002) Part number 805-04024-001 Rev. A Copyright © 2002 Savi Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment from the vendor.
  • Page 3 Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved by Savi Technology could void the warranty and the authority to operate this equipment. Savi Technology is not responsible for radio/TV interference caused by using unauthorized cable or by making unauthorized changes to this equipment.
  • Page 4 Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved by Savi Technology could void the warranty and the authority to operate this equipment. Savi Technology is not responsible for radio/TV interference caused by using unauthorized cable or by making unauthorized changes to this equipment.
  • Page 5 &RQYHQWLRQV LQ WKLV *XLGH &RQYHQWLRQV LQ WKLV *XLGH The following table explains guide conventions and typography usage. *XLGH &RQYHQWLRQV Example Meaning and Use Note: Notes call attention to facts or advice that deserve special attention. Caution notices call attention to the possibility of damaging the product, the system, or your work (for example, potential loss of data).
  • Page 7 7DEOH RI &RQWHQWV U.S. Regulatory Approvals ......iii EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101..... iii Network Adapter SA-640-01 .
  • Page 9 /LVW RI )LJXUHV )LJXUH 3DJH Impediment Limiting the EchoPoint Reader Collection Range . . . 2-4 Power Connector and AC and DC Fuses ....2-7 EchoPoint Readers in an Ethernet Installation .
  • Page 11 ,QWURGXFWLRQ Savi’s EchoPoint technology leverages the best features from several traditional RFID technologies into a single solution. Using two operating frequencies, Savi EchoPoint combines long-range communication with precise spot-level locating. The Savi Series 600 RFID System employs a unique multi-frequency design and three-element system architecture to achieve both reliable long-range communication and short-range locating capability.
  • Page 12 Readers acquire identity, location, and status data from all tags within an area and forward the information to the SmartChain platform. Multiple readers may be networked to cover large facilities. Handheld readers are also available. 6DYL 6HULHV  5HDGHU Built on Savi EchoPoint technology, EchoPoint readers are part of an innovative, highly reliable data collection solution.
  • Page 13 (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 'HVFULSWLRQ (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 'HVFULSWLRQ The EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 has an omnidirectional read pattern with an adjustable range of up to 300 feet (91.44 meters), and can be networked to provide cellular coverage of a nearly unlimited area. Its power source can be 92 to 125 VAC, 184 to 250 VAC, or 6 to 15 VDC.
  • Page 14 (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 'HVFULSWLRQ 6SHFLILFDWLRQV The EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 can be mounted in permanent or semipermanent sites, as well as in a mobile vehicle. EchoPoint Readers are designed for indoor or outdoor use. 7DEOH  (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 6SHFLILFDWLRQV Physical Dimensions: 30 cm (12 in.) dia.
  • Page 15 (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 'HVFULSWLRQ 0RGHOV DQG 2SWLRQV EchoPoint Readers are supplied with network cables and power cables necessary for operation. Available accessories include a solar power unit, a vehicle power cable, AC power adapter and cables, spare batteries, a battery charger, and mounting hardware. Please contact your Savi Customer Service representative for information about ordering additional equipment or accessories.
  • Page 16 *HWWLQJ $VVLVWDQFH *HWWLQJ $VVLVWDQFH If you have trouble with the product, after you have checked your connections and the EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 Installation Guide, contact Savi Customer Support. &XVWRPHU 6XSSRUW To contact Savi Customer Support: • Telephone 1-888-994-SAVI (7284) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
  • Page 17 (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU ,QVWDOODWLRQ Installing the EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 is a four-step process. First, consult a site plan to determine the reader’s installation location. Second, position the reader to enable the most efficient communication range. Third, connect power cables and network cables, and supply power. Finally, verify network communication between the EchoPoint Reader and the computer.
  • Page 18 3ODQQLQJ D 6LWH 3ODQQLQJ D 6LWH Please refer to the Savi System Installation Guide for complete instructions on conducting a site survey and planning your RFID network configuration. Once the site plan is in place, refer to it to determine the site locations at which to install EchoPoint Readers for the Savi System.
  • Page 19 3RVLWLRQLQJ (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHUV 3RVLWLRQLQJ (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHUV EchoPoint Readers are designed to operate in a wide variety of environments. They are housed in rugged, weatherproof enclosures. In ideal conditions (large, open, and unobstructed areas), EchoPoint Readers can collect tags up to 300 feet (91.44 meters) away. An area can contain factors that limit the EchoPoint Reader collection range, including: •...
  • Page 20 3RVLWLRQLQJ (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHUV )LJXUH  ,PSHGLPHQW /LPLWLQJ WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU &ROOHFWLRQ 5DQJH @pu‚Q‚v‡ÃSrhqr…à €‚ˆ‡rqÁrh…Ãhà prvyvt Hr‡hyÐhyy 6…rhÂsà yv€v‡rqà p‚yyrp‡v‚Ã hivyv‡’ If the location forces you to use a less-than-ideal position for the reader, the collection range could be reduced, requiring additional readers.
  • Page 21 A mounting kit is available from Savi Technology which includes hardware to mount an EchoPoint Reader on a pole (wooden, metal, or concrete), I-beam, wall, or a tripod. Please refer to the instructions included with the mounting kit for proper installation.
  • Page 22 &RQQHFWLQJ 3RZHU &DEOHV WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU &RQQHFWLQJ 3RZHU &DEOHV WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU Note: While the EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 is rated for use in severe environments, the power and network connector seals may deteriorate with repeated installation and removal. Therefore, Savi recommends the use of heat shrink tubing (Savi part number 680-02423-001) for units subject to outdoor use.
  • Page 23 &RQQHFWLQJ 3RZHU &DEOHV WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 3. On the EchoPoint Reader, plug the cable’s female connector into the power input socket next to the DC fuse holder. (See Figure 2-2.) a. Turn the connector to align its notch on the side nearest the EchoPoint Reader’s dome.
  • Page 24 Savi SmartChain software using the universal data appliance protocol (UDAP). The Network Adapter is included with the EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101. Savi SmartChain software is available separately from Savi Technology. )LJXUH  (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHUV LQ DQ (WKHUQHW ,QVWDOODWLRQ To Savi SmartChain...
  • Page 25 &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 1HWZRUN &DEOHV » To connect the Network Adapter: 1. Connect the DB-9 connector of the RS-232 cable on the Network Adapter to the RS-232 port of the EchoPoint Reader. a. A 3.8” ID x 3/32” thick O-ring gasket (Savi part number 727-03889-001) is provided that should be slipped over the cable (female) connector prior to insertion into the reader housing (male pins) connector so that it is...
  • Page 26 $SSO\LQJ 3RZHU WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU $SSO\LQJ 3RZHU WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU After connecting power and network cables, apply power to the EchoPoint Reader by connecting the male connector end of the power cable to the appropriate power source, such as the Savi Solar Power Module or an AC outlet.
  • Page 27 $SSO\LQJ 3RZHU WR WKH (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU » To confirm that power is present in the EchoPoint Reader: 1. Observe the indicators and the seven-segment display on the LED display panel. The power indicator should be illuminated whenever power is present. a.
  • Page 28 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU Once the hardware is installed, you set the IP address for the Network Adapter, ping the adapter to verify its connection, and configure the Network Adapter parameters. Note: Before beginning this procedure, make sure that the Network Adapter is connected to the reader and that the reader is powered-up.
  • Page 29 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  &RQWURO 3DQHO :LQGRZ 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-Up Connections icon to display the Network and Dial-Up Connections window as shown in Figure 2-7. (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 ,QVWDOODWLRQ *XLGH ...
  • Page 30 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  1HWZRUN DQG 'LDO8S &RQQHFWLRQV :LQGRZ 3. Double-click the Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection Status window appears.  (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 ,QVWDOODWLRQ *XLGH...
  • Page 31 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  /RFDO $UHD &RQQHFWLRQ 6WDWXV :LQGRZ 4. Click Properties to display the Local Area Connection Properties window as shown in Figure 2-9. (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 ,QVWDOODWLRQ *XLGH ...
  • Page 32 )LJXUH  /RFDO $UHD &RQQHFWLRQ 3URSHUWLHV :LQGRZ 5. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). The Internet Protocol TCP/IP Properties window appears.
  • Page 33 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  ,QWHUQHW 3URWRFRO 7&3,3 3URSHUWLHV :LQGRZ 6. Make the necessary changes to the IP address and Subnet mask addresses and click OK. The default IP address for the Network Adapter is 10.7.19.11. You can set the host IP address as 10.7.20.218, the Subnet mask as 255.255.0.0, and leave all others blank.
  • Page 34 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU 3LQJLQJ WKH $GDSWHU You need to check the network connection from the host computer to the Network Adapter. After successfully pinging the adapter, you can begin the adapter setup process. You use the command prompt to ping the adapter. »...
  • Page 35 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  &RPPDQG 3URPSW :LQGRZ ZLWK &RPSOHWHG 3LQJ 3. Upon successfully pinging the adapter, as shown in Figure 2-12, close the Command Prompt window. (FKR3RLQW 5HDGHU 65 ,QVWDOODWLRQ *XLGH ...
  • Page 36 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU &RQILJXULQJ WKH $GDSWHU 3DUDPHWHUV This section describes how to use Microsoft Telnet Client to connect to the adapter and set up the adapter parameters. Telnet Client software allows a computer to connect to a remote Telnet server and run applications on that server.
  • Page 37 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  7HOQHW &RQQHFWLRQ &RPPDQGV You will see a blank Command Prompt - telnet window if the telnet connection is successful. Now you can run commands to modify the properties of the adapter. » To view existing reader properties: 1.
  • Page 38 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  'HVFULSWLRQ RI 5HDGHU 3URSHUWLHV 2. At the cursor, type udap? and press Enter to display the UDAP firmware’s value as illustrated in Figure 2-16. The property udap is a read-only property; you cannot modify it.
  • Page 39 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU » To assign a new local IP address to the adapter and modify gateway and netmask addresses: 1. At the cursor, type localip=10.7.20.118 (or whatever valid IP address you want to assign) and press Enter to set the adapter IP address to the input one.
  • Page 40 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU 4. Type reset and press Enter to make the gateway IP address take effect. 5. Type hostip=10.7.20.18 (or whatever valid IP address you want to assign) and press Enter to set the adapter host IP address to the input one.
  • Page 41 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU 9. Type ntpserverip=10.7.20.18 (or whatever valid NTP address you want to assign) and press Enter to set the NTP server IP address that the adapter will listen to. See Figure 2-21. )LJXUH  7HOQHW 173 6HUYHU ,3 $GGUHVV 'LVSOD\ »...
  • Page 42 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU )LJXUH  7HOQHW 173 6HUYHU 6\QFKURQL]DWLRQ &RPPDQG 3. Type timeoutntp=8 (unit: minutes) and press Enter to set the period (in minutes) for which, if the reader has not received time information, it will assume it has lost time synchronization with the NTP server.
  • Page 43 6HWWLQJ 8S WKH 1HWZRUN $GDSWHU 5. Type now? and press Enter to display current time. If the reader is not set to synchronize with an NTP server then you can also set the time with this command. See Figure 2-26. )LJXUH  7HOQHW 7LPH &RPPDQG 6.
  • Page 44 9HULI\LQJ 5HDGHU &RPPXQLFDWLRQ 9HULI\LQJ 5HDGHU &RPPXQLFDWLRQ To confirm that an EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 is installed and functioning correctly, it is necessary to verify that the Reader: • Can communicate with the Savi Site Manager (verifies that the reader is detected on the network) •...
  • Page 45 EchoPoint Reader occurs, the procedures in this chapter should help you troubleshoot it. Changes or modifications to the equipment that are not expressly approved by Savi Technology could void the warranty and the authority to operate the equipment. Using the equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer might impair the protection that the equipment provides.
  • Page 46 5HSDLU DQG 0DLQWHQDQFH 5HSDLU DQG 0DLQWHQDQFH The EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 is designed to be maintenance-free. It is manufactured with the highest-quality components and is thoroughly tested before delivery. The EchoPoint Reader uses AC power fuses for circuit protection. Two AC power fuses are mounted with the DC power fuse as shown in Figure 2-2, “Power Connector and AC and DC Fuses,”...
  • Page 47 EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101. In the unlikely event that an EchoPoint Reader fails or problems occur that simple troubleshooting cannot solve, Savi Customer Support may recommend that the EchoPoint Reader be returned to Savi Technology. 7DEOH  3RVVLEOH 3UREOHPV DQG 6ROXWLRQV Problem...
  • Page 48 7URXEOHVKRRWLQJ 7DEOH  3RVVLEOH 3UREOHPV DQG 6ROXWLRQV &RQW Problem Solution ID needs – Reset the power (by disconnecting and then confirmation reconnecting the live power source) to view the EchoPoint Reader serial number, which flashes in sequence after the reader is reset. See “Applying Power to the EchoPoint Reader”...
  • Page 49 7HFKQLFDO 6XSSRUW 7HFKQLFDO 6XSSRUW If your EchoPoint Reader SR-640-101 presents a problem that neither this manual nor troubleshooting tips can help you solve, you can contact Savi Customer Support in either of two ways: • Telephone 1-888-994-SAVI (7284) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.