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Summary of Contents for Savi SR-650-101
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Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation Guide Version 1.0...
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It is against the law to copy the software on any medium except as specifically allowed in the license or nondisclosure agreement. Savi, Savi SmartChain, and Batch Collection are registered trademarks, and EchoPoint, Savi GateReader, Savi MobileReader, Savi Retriever, SaviReader, SaviTag, Savi Technology, SmartChain, SmartSeal, UDAP, and Universal Data Appliance Protocol and are trademarks of Savi Technology, Inc.
C H A P T E R Introduction You can use the Savi® Fixed Reader SR-650-101 to scan, detect, and collect tag information. The SR-650-101 Reader is designed to communicate with all models of SaviTags, and forward the collected data to the SmartChain™...
Rugged, weatherproof packaging for indoor and outdoor use. ◆ Reader Description The Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 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 250 VAC or 12 to 24 VDC.
Reader Description Specifications The Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 can be mounted in permanent or semipermanent sites, as well as in a mobile vehicle. SR-650-101 Readers are designed for indoor or outdoor use. Specification Description Tag compatibility All Savi RFID tags...
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Rugged, weatherproof packaging for indoor and outdoor use. Sealed to IP42, protection against objects larger than 1mm (.04 inches) in diameter and protection from water falling as much as 15 degrees from vertical Markings SR-650-101 Reader: Savi name ✦ Model Number ✦...
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✦ Indicators LED displays Standard seven-segment LED display Accessories Mounting Savi Mounting Kit SRA-1001 (not included) Savi Heavy Duty Mounting Kit SRA-1024 (not included) Environment Temperature -32°C to +60°C operating -40°C to +70°C storage Humidity 100% condensing Shock and Vibration Vibration MIL STD 810E Method 514.4, Category 10...
Contact your Savi Technical Service representative for information about ordering additional equipment or accessories. The table shows the Savi Fixed Reader models and options. All product options are based on a common hardware and software platform with a universal power supply. The difference between the product options is the...
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Reader Description type of power plug with which the unit is shipped. All models operate at 433.92 MHz. Table 1-1 Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Reader models Model Description Power/Plug SR-650-101 Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 92-250 VAC 50/60 Hz, U.S. Plug...
C H A P T E R Introduction Contacting Customer Support If you cannot find the information you need in this guide, contact Savi Customer Support. Call 1-888-994-SAVI (North America only) or 1-408-743-8888 between ◆ 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific time.
To plan a site you must conduct a site survey and plan the RFID network configuration. Once the site plan is in place, refer to it to determine where to install Savi Readers. Follow the directions in this manual to ensure proper installation of each Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101.
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If the location forces you to use a less-than-ideal position for the reader, the collection range could be reduced, requiring additional readers. If you must mount a Savi Fixed Reader on a wall, the collection Note: range may not extend to the opposite side of the wall. You may need a...
Mounting the Savi Fixed Reader You can mount the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 using any of the associated mounting hardware available from Savi Technology. However, you might want to be sure that the reader is operational and verified on the network before mounting it in any hard-to-reach position.
An appropriate power cable is supplied, based on the requirements specified when the order was placed. You can also power the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 from a Savi Solar Power Module or by vehicle power. A fixed-length, molded cable is supplied with the Solar Power Module.
Connecting the Network Cables Before you connect the Savi Fixed Reader’s network cables, check any relevant configuration or wiring diagrams. While the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 is rated for use in severe Note: environments, the power and network connector seals may deteriorate with repeated installation and removal.
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Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation SmartChain Site Manager and applications are available separately from Savi Technology. Connect the RJ-45 connector of the Ethernet cable from the SR-650-101 Reader to the Ethernet hub. Figure 2-3 Network connector and RS-232 ports RS-232 port...
After connecting power and network cables, apply power to the Savi Fixed 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. Figure 2-4 Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 LED display panel...
If the indicators fail to flash, the Savi Fixed Reader is non-operational. If at any time you are not sure that the Savi Fixed Reader is operating properly, reset the reader by disconnecting and then reconnecting the power source.
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-5 Control Panel window Double-click the Network and Dial-Up Connections icon to display the Network and Dial-Up Connections window. Figure 2-6 Network and Dial-Up Connections window Double-click the Local Area Connection icon.
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C H A P T E R Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation Figure 2-7 Local Area Connection Status window Click Properties to display the Local Area Connection Properties window.
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-8 Local Area Connection Properties window Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Savi Fixed Reader SR-650 Installation Guide...
You need to check the network connection from your computer to the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101. You can either use an Ethernet cross connect cable from your PC’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet cable from the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 (with a coupler) or connect both your PC and the...
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 to a live local area network. You use the command prompt to ping the reader. To ping the reader: At the host computer desktop, select Start > Programs > Accessories >...
Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation Figure 2-11 Command Prompt window with completed ping Upon successfully pinging the reader, close the Command Prompt window and begin the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 setup process. Configuring the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-01 Parameters In this section you use Microsoft Telnet Client to connect to the reader and set up the reader parameters.
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-12 Telnet Client window At the first prompt, type set LOCAL_ECHO and press Enter to enable the echo so you can verify key entries. At the second prompt, type open 10.7.19.11 10011 and press Enter to connect to the reader.
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C H A P T E R Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation You see a blank Command Prompt - telnet window if the telnet connection is successful. Now you can run commands to modify the properties of the reader. To view existing reader properties: At the cursor, type description and press Enter.
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-15 Telnet UDAP value display To assign a new local IP address to the reader and modify gateway and netmask addresses: At the cursor, type localip=10.7.20.118 (or whatever valid IP address you want to assign) and press Enter to set the reader IP address to the input one.
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Type hostip=10.7.20.18 (or whatever valid IP address you want to assign to the SmartChain Site Manager) and press Enter to set the reader host IP address to the input one. This will point the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 to the Site Manager’s IP address.
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-19 Telnet network mask display Type reset and press Enter to make the netmask take effect. 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 reader will listen to.
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C H A P T E R Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation Figure 2-21 Telnet combine tme command Type ntpsynchro=ENABLE (DISABLE) and press Enter to enable (disable) the reader time and date to synchronize with the NTP server. Figure 2-22 Telnet NTP server synchronization command...
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Setting Up the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Figure 2-23 Telnet NTP server time out command Type aheadtime=2 (unit: seconds) and press Enter to set the time (in seconds) that the reader will take ahead of the synchronized NTP server time.
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If you have a daemon listening to the event on the host computer, it will receive the events. Figure 2-26 Telnet simulate command Type reset and press Enter to reset the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 with all the new parameters.
Verifying Reader Communication Verifying Reader Communication To confirm that an Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 is installed and functioning correctly, it is necessary to verify that the reader: Can communicate with the SmartChain Site Manager (verifies that the ◆ reader is detected on the network) Can collect tags in the collection area ◆...
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C H A P T E R Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 Installation...
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The table in this section lists causes and solutions to problems that could occur with the Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101. In the unlikely event that a Savi Fixed Reader fails or problems occur that simple troubleshooting cannot solve, Savi Technical Support may recommend that the Reader be returned to Savi Technology.
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Fixed Reader serial number, which flashes in sequence after the reader is reset. See “Applying Power to the Savi Fixed Reader” on page 19 Compare the Fixed Reader serial number to the ✦...
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Technical Support Technical Support If your Savi Fixed Reader SR-650-101 presents a problem that neither this manual nor troubleshooting tips can help you solve, you can contact Savi Technical Support in either of two ways: Telephone 1-888-994-SAVI (7284) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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