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UHF RFID System
V780-series
Reader/Writer
User's Manual (EtherNet/IP
Standard Reader/Writer
V780-HMD68-EIP-JP
V780-HMD68-EIP-KR
V780-HMD68-EIP-CN
V780-HMD68-EIP-TW
V780-HMD68-EIP-IN
V780-HMD68-EIP-ID
V780-HMD68-EIP-MY
V780-HMD68-EIP-SG
V780-HMD68-EIP-EU
V780-HMD68-EIP-RU
V780-HMD68-EIP-US
V780-HMD68-EIP-MX
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Slave Reader/Writer
V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-SG-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S
V780-HMD68-ETN-MX-S
Z402-E1-10

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  • Page 1 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP Standard Reader/Writer Slave Reader/Writer V780-HMD68-EIP-JP V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S V780-HMD68-EIP-KR V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S V780-HMD68-EIP-CN V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S V780-HMD68-EIP-TW V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S V780-HMD68-EIP-IN V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S V780-HMD68-EIP-ID V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S V780-HMD68-EIP-MY V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S V780-HMD68-EIP-SG V780-HMD68-ETN-SG-S V780-HMD68-EIP-EU V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S V780-HMD68-EIP-RU V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S V780-HMD68-EIP-US V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S V780-HMD68-EIP-MX V780-HMD68-ETN-MX-S Z402-E1-10...
  • Page 2 No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Neverthe- less, OMRON assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    • Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities Applicable Products This manual covers the following products. • V780-series Reader/Writers for UHF RFID Systems for 920-MHz-band Moving Object Differentiation Wireless Facilities • V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-TW/V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-ID/V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S • V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S •...

  • Page 4: Terms And Conditions Agreement

    Omron’s exclusive warranty is that the Products will be free from defects in materials and workman- ship for a period of twelve months from the date of sale by Omron (or such other period expressed in writing by Omron). Omron disclaims all other warranties, express or implied.
  • Page 5 Disclaimers Performance Data Data presented in Omron Company websites, catalogs and other materials is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of Omron’s test conditions, and the user must correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual perfor- mance is subject to the Omron’s Warranty and Limitations of Liability.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Warnings WARNING The V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S can be used only in Japan. The V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S can be used only in Korea. The V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S can be used only in China. The V780-HMD68-EIP-TW/V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S can be used only in Taiwan. The V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S can be used only in India.
  • Page 7 Safety Precautions The V780-HMD68-EIP-ID/V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S can be used only in Indonesia. The V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S can be used only in Malaysia. The V780-HMD68-EIP-SG/V780-HMD68-ETN-SG-S can be used only in Singapore and Thailand. The V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S can be used only in the European countries under the RE Directive (2014/53/EU). The V780-HMD68-EIP-RU/V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S can be used only in Russia.
  • Page 8 Safety Precautions When using an intranet environment through a global address, connecting to a SCADA or an unauthorized terminal such as an HMI or to an unauthorized server may result in net- work security issues such as spoofing and tampering. You must take sufficient measures such as restricting access to the terminal, using a terminal equipped with a secure function, and locking the installation area by yourself.

  • Page 9: Precautions For Safe Use

    Errors and Failures • If an error is detected in the Reader/Writer, immediately stop operation and turn OFF the power sup- ply. Consult with an OMRON representative. Maintenance • Using thinner, benzene, acetone, or kerosene may adversely affect the plastic parts and case coat- ing.

  • Page 10: Precautions For Correct Use

    Precautions for Correct Use Precautions for Correct Use Always observe the following precautions to prevent operation failures, malfunctions, and adverse effects on performance and equipment. Transportation • Always use the packing box that comes with the Reader/Writer when you transport it, and do not sub- ject it to excessive vibration or shock.
  • Page 11 Precautions for Correct Use Maintenance • Perform inspections both daily and periodically. • The Reader/Writer may fail if it or its wiring is replaced while the power supply is ON. Always turn OFF the power supply before you replace the Reader/Writer or its wiring. Compliance with Laws and Regulations •...

  • Page 12: Standards And Regulations

    Standards and Regulations Standards and Regulations V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S is a wireless facility conforming to the construction type certification of premises radio station (920-MHz-band Moving Object Differentiation Wireless Facilities) based on the Japanese Radio Act. It cannot be used outside of Japan. Standards in Japan Premises Radio Station (920-MHz-band Moving Object Differentiation Wireless Facilities) (ARIB STD-T106 Standard)

  • Page 13: Licensing Procedures Of Premises Radio Station

    Licensing Procedures of Premises Radio Station Licensing Procedures of Premises Radio Station V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S is a wireless facility to differentiate moving object using the 920-MHz band. The licensing procedures of the premises radio station must be performed before use. Be sure to perform the licensing procedures before use. The licensing procedures are described in the Appendix.

  • Page 14: Manual Structure

    Manual Structure Manual Structure Page Structure The following page structure is used in this manual. Level 1 heading 4 Installation and Connections Level 2 heading Level 2 heading Connections and Wiring Level 3 heading Give the current Level 3 heading headings.
  • Page 15 Manual Structure Special Information Special information in this manual is classified as follows: Precautions for Safe Use Precautions on what to do and what not to do to ensure safe usage of the product. Precautions for Correct Use Precautions on what to do and what not to do to prevent malfunction of the product or adverse affects on performances and functions.
  • Page 16 Manual Structure UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 17: Sections In This Manual

    Sections in this Manual Sections in this Manual Maintenance and Product Overview Inspection System Configuration Appendix Part Names and Index Functions Installation and Connections Preparations for Communications Functions EtherNet/IP Communications Browser Interface Troubleshooting UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Introduction ......................1 Terms and Conditions Agreement ................2 Safety Precautions ....................4 Precautions for Safe Use ..................7 Precautions for Correct Use..................8 Standards and Regulations ................... 10 Licensing Procedures of Premises Radio Station ..........11 Manual Structure ....................12 Sections in this Manual ..................
  • Page 19 CONTENTS Connectors........................... 3-15 Section 4 Installation and Connections Installation..........................4-2 4-1-1 Reader/Writer ..........................4-2 4-1-2 RF Tags ............................4-4 Connections and Wiring ....................... 4-6 4-2-1 Connecting and Removing the Reader/Writer Power Cable and Ethernet Cable ...... 4-6 Section 5 Preparations for Communications Starting the Reader/Writer ....................
  • Page 20 CONTENTS 6-8-1 Transmission Power Tuning...................... 6-45 Utilities..........................6-48 6-9-1 RF Tag Access .......................... 6-48 6-9-2 RF Tag Scanning........................6-49 6-9-3 Reception Level Monitor ......................6-51 6-9-4 Channel Monitor........................6-55 6-9-5 Focus Monitor ........................... 6-56 6-10 Multi-Reader/Writer Function ..................... 6-59 6-10-1 Outline............................6-59 6-10-2 Multi-Reader/Writer Modes .......................
  • Page 21 CONTENTS 9-2-1 Command Errors ........................9-4 9-2-2 System Errors ..........................9-6 9-2-3 WDT Errors..........................9-7 Errors and Countermeasures....................9-8 9-3-1 Command Errors ........................9-8 9-3-2 RF Tag Communications Error ....................9-10 9-3-3 Minor Fault..........................9-14 9-3-4 Major Fault..........................9-17 9-3-5 WDT Error..........................

  • Page 22: Revision History

    Date Revised contents July 2018 Original production Content regarding models for various countries added November 2018 (V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/-CN/-IN/-MY/-EU/-MX) Content regarding models for various countries added January 2019 (V780-HMD68-EIP-TW/-RU) July 2019 Changed the description of Java version. Content regarding models for various countries added (V780-HMD68-EIP-ID) Added the description of V780-HMD68-ETN--S...

  • Page 23: Version Upgrade Information

    Version Upgrade Information Version Upgrade Information This section describes the version upgrade details of firmware. Ver 3.00 → Ver 3.01 Change content Page The communications time at multi access of “A-2 RF Tag Communications Times (For reference only)“ P. A-4 Ver 3.01 →...
  • Page 24 Version Upgrade Information UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 25: Product Overview

    Product Overview This section describes the features, overall operation flow, and product specifications of the V780 Reader/Writer. 1-1 Features ........... . . 1-2 1-2 Application Flowchart .

  • Page 26: Features

    Tags according to commands from a host device. It communicates with the host device via EtherNet/IP. V780 Reader/Writer RF Tag Integrated Structure The controller, amplifier, and antenna are integrated into the Reader/Writer for a simple structure. Previous OMRON models V780 Integrated Reader/Writer Reader/Writer Antenna Ethernet...
  • Page 27 1 Product Overview Simple Connection with EtherNet/IP The Reader/Writer communicates with the host device through EtherNet/IP. EtherNet/IP is an industrial multi-vendor network that uses Ethernet. The EtherNet/IP specifications are open standards managed by the ODVA (Open DeviceNet Vendor Association). EtherNet/IP is used by a wide range of industrial devices.
  • Page 28 1 Product Overview Easy Operation with a Browser Interface A Web browser interface is built in, so you do not need special software. Just connect the computer to the Reader/Writer from your browser to easily communicate with RF Tags, make Reader/Writer settings, and monitor status. Computer Reader/Writer Switching Hub...

  • Page 29: Application Flowchart

    1 Product Overview Application Flowchart A simple application flowchart is provided below. For correct application methods and details, refer to the reference page or section given for each step. Also, use the Startup Guide provided with the Reader/Writer to help you start operation. When using the slave reader/writer, the procedure is slightly different.

  • Page 30: Reader/Writer Specifications

    1 Product Overview Reader/Writer Specifications 1-3-1 Appearance 1-3-2 General Specifications Item V780-HMD68-EIP- V780-HMD68-ETN--S Dimensions 250 × 250 × 70 mm (W × H × D, excluding protruding parts and cables) Supply voltage 24 VDC (−15% to +10%) Power consumption 10 W max. −10 to 55°C (with no icing) Ambient operating temperature Ambient operating humidity...
  • Page 31 1 Product Overview Regulations Model Regulations V780-HMD68-EIP-JP Premises Radio Station (920-MHz-band Moving Object Differentiation Wireless Facilities), ARIB STD-T106 V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S V780-HMD68-EIP-KR V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S V780-HMD68-EIP-CN Ministry of Information Industry No. 205 (2007) V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S V780-HMD68-EIP-TW NCC LP0002 4.8 RFID V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S V780-HMD68-EIP-IN the G.S.R.36 (E)

  • Page 32: Tag Communications Specifications

    Multiaccess communications Up to 64 RF Tags can be read. *1. The default setting is for Automatic Mode. The Reader/Writer will automatically change to High-speed Mode or Standard Mode depending on the interference waves. V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries...
  • Page 33 1 Product Overview V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries China tions Specifica- Maximum Radiated power 2 W e.r.p tions Output power 15 to 27 dBm (Switchable in 1-dB increments.) RSSI detection range Signal level: -35 to -61 dBm Noise level: -35 to -70 dBm (at end of antenna cable) Transmission speed from 40 kbps (fixed) Reader/Writer to RF Tag...
  • Page 34 1 Product Overview V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries India tions Specifica- Maximum Radiated power 2 W e.r.p tions Output power 15 to 27 dBm (Switchable in 1-dB increments.) RSSI detection range Signal level: -35 to -61 dBm Noise level: -35 to -70 dBm (at end of antenna cable) Transmission speed from 40 kbps (fixed) Reader/Writer to RF Tag...
  • Page 35 1 Product Overview V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries Malaysia tions Specifica- Maximum Radiated power 2 W e.r.p tions Output power 15 to 27 dBm (Switchable in 1-dB increments.) RSSI detection range Signal level: -35 to -61 dBm Noise level: -35 to -70 dBm (at end of antenna cable) Transmission speed from 40 kbps (fixed) Reader/Writer to RF Tag...
  • Page 36 1 Product Overview V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries Under RE direct tions Specifica- Maximum Radiated power 2 W e.r.p tions Output power 15 to 27 dBm (Switchable in 1-dB increments.) RSSI detection range Signal level: -35 to -61 dBm Noise level: -35 to -70 dBm (at end of antenna cable) Transmission speed from 40 kbps (fixed)
  • Page 37 1 Product Overview V780-HMD68-EIP-US/V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S Item V780-HMD68-EIP-US/V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S Tag Communica- Applicable countries United States and Canada tions Specifica- Maximum Radiated power 4 W e.i.r.p tions Output power 15 to 27 dBm (Switchable in 1-dB increments.) RSSI detection range Signal level: -35 to -61 dBm Noise level: -35 to -70 dBm (at end of antenna cable) Transmission speed from 40 kbps (fixed)

  • Page 38: Recommended Power Supply (24 Vdc)

    1 Product Overview 1-3-4 Recommended Power Supply (24 VDC) Item Condition 24 VDC −15% to +10% Supply voltage Output current 500 mA min. Safety standard SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) 1-3-5 Dimensions (Unit: mm) Seven operation indicators Four, 6.6-dia. mounting holes 47.5 Four, M6 mounting holes, depth: 8 (49)

  • Page 39: Rf Tag Specifications

    1 Product Overview RF Tag Specifications V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 RF Tags (Recommended)  Appearance  OMRON Model Number: V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10  General Specifications Item V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 (made by Toppan Forms Co., Ltd.) Dimensions 150 × 14 × 6 mm (W × H× D) IC chip, memory...
  • Page 40 1 Product Overview V780-A-TA-133-10 Attachment (Recommended)  Appearance  OMRON Model Number: V780-A-TA-133-10  General Specifications Item V780-A-TA-133-10 (made by Toppan Forms Co., Ltd.) Dimensions 180 × 50 × 30 mm (W × H× D) −20 to 65°C Operating temperature...

  • Page 41: System Configuration

    System Configuration This section describes the system configuration that you can use for a V780 Reader/Writer. 2-1 RFID System Configuration ........2-2 2 - 1 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 42: Rfid System Configuration

    V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 Host device (e.g., PLC) (recommended) Recommended Power Supply Cable: XS5F-D42 - 80-F (made by OMRON) Recommended Ethernet Cable: XS5W-T42 - ME-K (made by OMRON) *1. This is the model number for one package of 10 RF Tags. Order the number of packages that you require.
  • Page 43 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 24-VDC (recommended) (recommended) power supply Recommended Power Supply Cable: XS5F-D42 - 80-F (made by OMRON) Recommended Ethernet Cable: XS5W-T42 - ME-K (made by OMRON) Ethernet Cable 24-VDC power supply Recommended Power Supply Cable: XS5F-D42 - 80-F (made by OMRON) Recommended Ethernet Cable: *1.
  • Page 44 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 24-VDC (recommended) (recommended) power supply Recommended Power Supply Cable: XS5F-D42 - 80-F (made by OMRON) Recommended Ethernet Cable: XS5W-T42 - ME-K (made by OMRON) Ethernet Cable 24-VDC power supply Recommended Power Supply Cable: XS5F-D42 - 80-F (made by OMRON) *1.
  • Page 45 2 System Configuration Precautions for Correct Use The slave reader/writer (V780-HMD68-ETN-- S) disconnects the connection when it sends a communication command directly from the host device such as PLC. Use the slave reader/writer via the master reader/writer (V780-HMD68-EIP-). ・Not available ・Available Host Device Slave Reader/Writer...
  • Page 46 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 Reader/Writer (recommended) V780-HMD68-EIP- Ethernet Cable Recommended Ethernet Cable: XS5W-T42 - ME-K (made by OMRON) *1. This is the model number for 24-VDC power supply one package of 10 RF Tags. Order the number of packages Recommended Power Supply Cable: that you require.
  • Page 47 2 System Configuration Precautions for Correct Use • Ground the frame ground (GR) terminal on the power supply to 100 Ω or less. Otherwise, performance may deteriorate. • The black wire in the Power Supply Cable (pin 4) is not used. Do not connect it to any termi- nal.
  • Page 48 • The maximum total length of Ethernet Cable is 100 m. • The maximum total length of Power Supply Cable is 60 m. • Ask your OMRON representative for the recommended extension cables for the Ethernet Cable and Power Supply Cable.

  • Page 49: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions This section describes the part names and functions of the V780 Reader/Writer. 3-1 Operation Indicators ......... . . 3-2 3-1-1 Names and Descriptions of Operation Indicators .

  • Page 50: Operation Indicators

    3 Part Names and Functions Operation Indicators This section describes the operation indicators on the Reader/Writer. 3-1-1 Names and Descriptions of Operation Indicators V780-HMD68-EIP- LINK/ACT NORM/ERR NORM/ERR NORM/ERR NORM/ERR Number Color Status Description and name Flashing at 0.1-s Flashes rapidly during startup, or while waiting for the intervals establishment of a connection of the tag data link from the originator.
  • Page 51 3 Part Names and Functions Number Color Status Description and name Lit for 0.2 s Lights once when processing a communications command or another command from the host device is completed normally. Green Flashes once each time a stable communication is detected while communications diagnosis is enabled.

  • Page 52: Operation Indicators At Startup

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-2 Operation Indicators at Startup The Reader/Writer will start when you turn ON the power supply. The RUN indicator will flash at 0.1-s intervals while the Reader/Writer is starting. IP address conflict detection will operate during Reader/Writer startup. (If using the BOOTP client is enabled, detection will also operate during BOOTP server quires.) The RUN indicator flashes green at 0.1-s intervals.

  • Page 53: Operation Indicators For Wdt Errors

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-3 Operation Indicators for WDT Errors If a WDT error is detected when the system runs out of control during operation, the RUN indicator will go out and the NORM/ERR indicators will light red. This is a fatal error, so you must either restart or replace the Reader/Writer. The RUN indicator does not light.

  • Page 54: Operation Indicators When Bootp Server Connection Fails

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-5 Operation Indicators When BOOTP Server Connection Fails If using the BOOTP client is enabled, the Reader/Writer queries the BOOTP server at startup. If con- necting to the server is not possible within a specific period of time or a suitable IP address is not avail- able, the NORM/ERR indicators will flash irregularly.
  • Page 55 3 Part Names and Functions Normal Command Completion with Unstable Communications The NORM/ERR indicators will flash yellow once when processing ends normally for execution of a command from the host device but the diagnosis results indicates unstable communications. The indi- cation of unstable communications appears only when communications diagnosis is enabled.
  • Page 56 3 Part Names and Functions Operation Indicators during Focus Execution The NORM/ERR indicators will flash cyan one time every three seconds and the RF indicator will light yellow during operation in Focus Mode. The NORM/ERR indicators will light green, yellow, or red according to the communications results of communications commands sent during Focus Mode.

  • Page 57: Operation Indicators During Test Execution

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-7 Operation Indicators during Test Execution Test Execution The RUN indicator will light cyan during execution of test functions from the Web browser interface. RUN: Cyan The RUN indicator lights cyan. The LINK/ACT indicator does not light. LINK/ACT: Not lit.

  • Page 58: Operation Indicators For System Errors

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-8 Operation Indicators for System Errors Minor Faults If a minor fault is detected, the NORM/ERR indicators will flash red at 0.4-second intervals. To recover normal operation, initialize the Reader/Writer settings and then restart the Reader/Writer. However, if an illegal network setting or an incorrect operating mode is detected during operation, the RUN indicator will flash red and the Reader/Writer will start in Safe Mode.
  • Page 59 3 Part Names and Functions Major Faults If a major fault is detected, the NORM/ERR indicators will light red. This is a fatal error, so you must replace the Reader/Writer. If a major fault occurs during startup, the RUN indicator will flash and the Reader/Writer will start in Safe Mode.

  • Page 60: Operation Indicators When A Timeout Is Detected In A Tag Data Link

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-9 Operation Indicators when a Timeout is Detected in a Tag Data Link The NORM/ERR indicators will flash yellow when a timeout is detected for the tag data link with the host device after the Reader/Writer starts normally. The RUN indicator lights green.

  • Page 61: 3-1-10 During Multi-Reader/Writer Function Use

    3 Part Names and Functions 3-1-10 During Multi-Reader/Writer function use SLAVE Mode The RUN indicator will light yellow when a group-registered Reader/Writer is switched to from the mas- ter reader/writer and operates as a slave reader/writer. The RUN indicator lights yellow. RUN: Yellow Normal completion of slave Reader/Writer command The NORM/ERR indicators will light green once when processing ends normally for commands execu-...
  • Page 62 3 Part Names and Functions Abnormal completion of slave Reader/Writer command The NORM/ERR indicators will light red once when processing ends abnormally for commands execu- tion issued from the master Reader/Writer. The RUN indicator lights yellow. RUN: Yellow The NORM/ERR indicators NORM/ERR: Red flash red once.

  • Page 63: Connectors

    3 Part Names and Functions Connectors This section describes the connectors on the Reader/Writer. Ethernet connector Power supply connector  Power Supply Connector Opening Size Polarity Pin No. Name Description shape +24 V Control signal (operating mode signal) *1. Run Mode: Connect to 24 V and CONT then start the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 64 3 Part Names and Functions 3 - 16 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 65: Installation And Connections

    Installation and Connections This section describes the installation methods, wiring methods, and installation loca- tions for the V780 Reader/Writer in detail. 4-1 Installation ........... 4-2 4-1-1 Reader/Writer .

  • Page 66: Installation

    4 Installation and Connections Installation This section describes the installation of the Reader/Writer and RF Tags. 4-1-1 Reader/Writer V780-HMD68-EIP-/V780-HMD68-ETN--S The Reader/Writer can be installed from the front or the rear.  Front Mounting Install the Reader/Writer with four M6 bolts. Use both spring washers and flat washers. M6 bolt Mounting Hole Dimensions 230±0.3...
  • Page 67 4 Installation and Connections Precautions for Safe Use Depressions Depressions • The Reader/Writer weighs approx. 3 kg. It may be damaged if it falls. Use slip-resistant gloves when you install the Reader/Writer and hold the Reader/Writer securely at the depres- sions with both hands.

  • Page 68: Rf Tags

    4 Installation and Connections 4-1-2 RF Tags Mounting on Non-metallic Material (RF Tags Only) Use two, M4 screws to mount the RF Tags from the marked side. The tightening torque is 1.2 N·m. The V780-A-TA-133-10 Attachment is not necessary. M4 screw Mounting Hole Dimensions ±0.2 Marked side...
  • Page 69 4 Installation and Connections Mount the Attachment to which the RF Tag is mounted to the metallic material. Mount it with two M4 bolts. The tightening torque is 1.2 N·m. Mounting Hole Dimensions Bolt ±0.2 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 V780-A-TA-133-10 Bolt mounting *1. This is the model number for one package of 10 RF Tags. Order the number of packages that you require.

  • Page 70: Connections And Wiring

    4 Installation and Connections Connections and Wiring 4-2-1 Connecting and Removing the Reader/Writer Power Cable and Ethernet Cable Power Supply Connect a power supply that meets the following conditions to the Reader/Writer. Item Condition Supply voltage 24 VDC −15% to +10% Output current 500 mA min.
  • Page 71 4 Installation and Connections Additional Information • To use the Reader/Writer in Run Mode, connect the control signal to +24 VDC of the power supply. If you connect the control signal to the 0-V side of the power supply, the Reader/Writer will start in Safe Mode.
  • Page 72 4 Installation and Connections Removal Method Turn the connector on the Power Cable counterclockwise to unlock it. Hold onto the connector on the Power Cable and pull it straight out to remove it. Precautions for Correct Use If the connector is difficult to remove, press on the Reader/Writer and pull on the connector. Never pull on the Cable with excessive force.
  • Page 73 Preparations for Communications This section describes how to set up communications with the V780 Reader/Writer. 5-1 Starting the Reader/Writer ........5-2 5-1-1 Procedure to Start the Reader/Writer .

  • Page 74: Starting The Reader/Writer

    5 Preparations for Communications Starting the Reader/Writer 5-1-1 Procedure to Start the Reader/Writer Connect the Cable to the Reader/Writer. Additional Information Refer to 4-2-1 Connecting and Removing the Reader/Writer Power Cable and Ethernet Cable on page 4-6 for the methods to attach and connect the Reader/Writer Power Supply Cable and Ethernet Cable.

  • Page 75: Setting Ip Addresses

    5 Preparations for Communications Setting IP Addresses 5-2-1 Preparations for Work Network Configuration The network configuration that is described in this manual is shown in the following figure. Connect the Reader/Writer and the computer with an Ethernet Cable. Computer Reader/Writer Switching Hub Power Supply Cable Ethernet Cable...
  • Page 76 5 Preparations for Communications Select the Use the following IP address Option, make the following settings, and then click the OK Button. Change the last part of the IP address to a value other than 200 (i.e., to 1 to 199 or 201 to 254). Values of 0 and 255 cannot be used.

  • Page 77: Setting The Ip Address Of The Reader/Writer From A Web Browser

    5 Preparations for Communications 5-2-2 Setting the IP Address of the Reader/Writer from a Web Browser Start the Web browser. Enter the IP address of the Reader/Writer in the address field of the Web browser to display the Browser Operation Window. Enter http://192.168.1.200 if you are using the default IP address. http://192.168.1.200/ Set the IP address of the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 78 5 Preparations for Communications  Setting a Fixed IP Address On the Network Settings View, select the Fixed setting Option, enter the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address, and then click the Set Button.  Getting an IP Address from a BOOTP Server On the Network Settings View, select the Obtain from BOOTP server Option or the Fix at the IP address which is obtained from BOOTP server Option, and then click the Set Button.

  • Page 79: Setting The Ip Address Of The Reader/Writer On The Network Configurator

    Start the Network Configurator. To start the Network Configurator, select All Programs - OMRON - Sysmac Studio - Network Configurator for EtherNetIP - NetworkConfigurator from the Windows Start Menu. The fol- lowing window will be displayed when the Network Configurator starts.
  • Page 80 5 Preparations for Communications Enter the default IP address of the Reader/Writer (192.168.1.200) in the Target IP Address Box.  Setting a Fixed IP Address 1. Enter the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. 2. Click the Set to the Device Button. 3.
  • Page 81 5 Preparations for Communications  Getting an IP Address from a BOOTP Server 1. Select the Get the IP Address via BOOTP server option. 2. Click the Set to the Device Button. 3. Click the Reset the Device Button to apply the IP address setting in the Reader/Writer. 5 - 9 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 82: Setting Tag Data Links

    5 Preparations for Communications Setting Tag Data Links Refer to 7-1-3 Tag Data Link Setting Methods on page 7-4. 5 - 10 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 83: Functions

    Functions This section describes the functions that you can use with a V780 Reader/Writer. 6-1 Operation Modes ..........6-3 6-1-1 Run Mode .
  • Page 84 6 Functions 6-8 Tuning ............6-45 6-8-1 Transmission Power Tuning .

  • Page 85: Operation Modes

    6 Functions Operation Modes The Reader/Writer has two operation modes: Run Mode and Safe Mode. You can use the control sig- nal on pin 2 of the power supply connector to the Reader/Writer to change between these modes. 6-1-1 Run Mode If you connect the control signal (pin 2, white wire) on the power supply connector on the Reader/Writer to the 24-VDC (positive) side of the power supply and turn ON the power supply, the Reader/Writer will start in Run Mode.

  • Page 86: Rf Tag Communications

    6 Functions RF Tag Communications This section describes communications between the Reader/Writer and RF Tags. The operation sequence for communications with RF Tags, response timing, and other factors depend on the commu- nications command and communications mode. 6-2-1 Single-access Communications With single-access communications, the Reader/Writer communicates with only one RF Tag in the communications range.

  • Page 87: Multiaccess Communications

    6 Functions 6-2-2 Multiaccess Communications With multiaccess communications, the Reader/Writer communicates with more than one RF Tag in the communications range. For multiaccess communications, the results of communications with all RF Tags in the communica- tions range within the timeout time are returned as the response. Communications can be performed with up to 64 RF Tags with one communications command.

  • Page 88: Rf Communications Modes

    6 Functions 6-2-3 RF Communications Modes The processing of communications with RF Tags depends on the RF communications mode that is specified in the Reader/Writer. The setting of the communications mode is effective immediately after it is changed. It is saved in inter- nal memory in the Reader/Writer even after the power supply is turned OFF.
  • Page 89 6 Functions • If RF Tag exist in the communications range and communications with the RF Tag succeeds After detection of the RF Tag, when the communication with the RF Tag is completed, the Reader/Writer returns the communication result without waiting for the timeout. Timeout Communications command Host device...
  • Page 90 6 Functions  Multiaccess Operation RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag Reader/Writer • One or More RF Tags in the Communications Range If the Reader/Writer detects more than one RF Tag within the timeout time, it waits for the timeout and then returns the communications results.
  • Page 91 6 Functions • No RF Tag in the Communications Range When the Reader/Writer does not detect an RF Tag in the communications range, it waits for a timeout and then returns the communications results (RF Tag missing error). Timeout RF Tag missing error Communications command Host device Response...
  • Page 92 6 Functions Additional Information The behavior of the RF Tag that has communicated once with the Reader/Writer depends on the Gen2 session setting in the advanced RF communications settings. For details, refer to Gen2 Session on page 6-28.  Multiaccess Operation Communications start when one of the RF Tags enters the communications range.
  • Page 93 6 Functions Focus Use Focus Mode to differentially communicate with the RF Tag that is just in front of the Reader/Writer. When the Reader/Writer is in operation in Focus Mode, it constantly monitors RF Tags in the com- munications range. When the Reader/Writer receives a command from the host device, it automati- cally selects, from all of the monitored RF Tags, the RF Tag that is in front of the Reader/Writer (the target RF Tag) and communicates with it.
  • Page 94 6 Functions When the communications command from the host device is executed, the RF Tag RF Tag D with the highest target level is selected RF Tag A and communications are performed. Target level RF Tag C RF Tag B Time •...
  • Page 95 6 Functions Repeat When the Reader/Writer receives a command execution request from the host device, it automatically detects the entry of RF Tag in the communications field and communicates with it. This process is repeated until the command execution request is cleared. You can use this specification to perform communications with RF Tags in order as they move past the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 96 6 Functions  Multiaccess Operation Communications start when one of the RF Tags enters the communications range. RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag RF Tag Reader/Writer The Reader/Writer waits for multiple RF Tags to enter the communications range, and starts communi- cations even if one RF Tag is detected.

  • Page 97: Communications Commands

    6 Functions 6-2-4 Communications Commands The following table lists the communications commands. Depending on the communications command specified by the host device, single-access or multiaccess communications are performed with RF Tags. Access Command name Description method DATA READ Reads data from the memory of the RF Tag in the communica- Single-access tions range.
  • Page 98 6 Functions RF Tag Access Range UHF-band RFID RF Tags (compliant with EPC Global Class 1 Generation 2 standards) have four mem- ory banks with independent offset addresses. For Reader/Writer communications commands, you com- bine the memory bank and offset address to specify the following addresses. All addresses from the Reader/Writer to access data in an RF Tag are given in words (2 bytes each).
  • Page 99 6 Functions DATA READ This command reads data from the memory of an RF Tag in the communications range. • Specify the read start address and read size to specify the range to read. • You can read up to 2,048 words (4 Kbytes) from each RF Tag memory bank. •...
  • Page 100 6 Functions ID WRITE This command writes the UII (EPC code) of the RF Tag in the communications range. • The code to write to the UII (EPC) field is specified with the write size and write data (1 to 31 words). •...
  • Page 101 6 Functions MULTIACCESS ID READ This command reads the UIIs (EPC codes) of multiple RF Tags in the communications range. • The following data is read and is always 32 words: StoredPC field (1 word) and UII (EPC) field (31 words).

  • Page 102: Reader/Writer Controls

    6 Functions Reader/Writer Controls This section describes the control functions of the Reader/Writer. 6-3-1 Initialization You can return all of the settings in the Reader/Writer to the default settings with the INITIALIZE com- mand or the Configuration Button on the Web browser interface. 6-3-2 Resetting You can restart the Reader/Writer with the RESET command or with the Reboot Button on the Web...

  • Page 103: Reset Focus

    6 Functions 6-3-3 RESET FOCUS You can use a RESET FOCUS command to clear the target level information in the Reader/Writer for all monitored RF Tags during operation in Focus Mode. After the Reader/Writer completes reception of the RESET FOCUS command, it returns a response, clears the information, and then starts monitoring for RF Tags again.

  • Page 104: Installation Location Notification

    6 Functions 6-3-4 Installation Location Notification Outline You can use the operation indicators to find the installation location of a Reader/Writer. When there is more than one Reader/Writer installed onsite, you can identify the Reader/Writer that is being manipulated from the Web browser interface. Notification Method You can flash the NORM/ERR indicators on a Reader/Writer by clicking the Flash the LED Button on the TCP/IP Settings Tab Page in the Network Settings View of the Web browser interface.

  • Page 105: Reader/Writer Settings

    6 Functions Reader/Writer Settings You can use a setting command or a Web browser to set the operating conditions of the Reader/Writer according to the application environment. These settings are stored in non-volatile memory inside the Reader/Writer, so they are retained when the power supply to the Reader/Writer is turned OFF. Setting classifica- Description Remarks...
  • Page 106 6 Functions Web Password Setting Setting Description Default All zeros No login password is set for the Web browser interface if All zeros the setting is all zeros. Not all zeros (any value) Anything other than all zeros is treated as the password. The password can be up to 15 ASCII characters.

  • Page 107: Rf Communications Conditions: Basic Settings

    6 Functions 6-4-2 RF Communications Conditions: Basic Settings RF Communications Mode You can select the communications mode to specify the operation of communications with RF Tags according to your environment or application. Setting Description Default Once The Reader/Writer communicates with RF Tags when a command Once from the host device is executed.
  • Page 108 6 Functions Write Verification The write verify setting can be used to automatically check the accuracy of written data for any com- munications command that writes data to an RF Tag. Setting Description Default Selected After data is written to an RF Tag, the data is read to verify that the Selected correct data was written.

  • Page 109: Rf Communications Conditions: Advanced Settings

    6 Functions 6-4-3 RF Communications Conditions: Advanced Settings Transmission Power You can specify the transmission power for read communications and write communications. If you adjust the transmission power according to the communications distance, you can suppress radio wave interference and reduce reading non-target RF Tags. Setting item Description Default...
  • Page 110 6 Functions Gen2 Session The Gen2 session setting determines the length of time to hold the status of the RF Tag. The Reader/Writer communicates with an RF Tag and then sets a flag in the RF Tag after communica- tions to indicate that it has been processed. The timing for retaining this flag depends on the ses- sion.
  • Page 111 Description Default Continuous time The maximum time to continuously output radio waves during communi- cations commands execution V780-HMD68-EIP-JP Infinite or 400 to 10,000 ms Infinite V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/-TW/-ID/ 400 ms (Fixed) -MY/-SG/-US/-MX V780-HMD68-EIP-CN 2,000 ms (Fixed) V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/-EU/-RU 4,000 ms (Fixed) Stop time...
  • Page 112 6 Functions RSSI Filter The RSSI (received signal strength indicator) gives the strength level of the signal received from an RF Tag. (This is called the reception level.) If you set the reception level thresholds for the RSSI fil- ter, communications will be performed only with RF Tags that have a reception level that is between the low and high thresholds (Low threshold ≤...
  • Page 113 6 Functions Smoothing Buffer With the help of the smoothing buffer, the Reader/Writer does not return the communications result of the RF Tag that has been communicated once as a response to the host device. This reduces the network load and simplifies the host application processing. This function is enabled when the com- munications mode is "Repeat".
  • Page 114 6 Functions RF Tag Selection Filter The RF Tag selection filter can be used to verify data in any memory area of the RF Tag and com- municate only with RF Tags that have matching data. By communicating only with target RF Tags, communications efficiency is increased and reading non-target RF Tags can be prevented.

  • Page 115: Device Settings

    6 Functions 6-4-4 Device Settings Operation Indicator Custom Settings You can change the NORM/ERR indicator lighting pattern after Reader/Writer command execution. You can set one of eight lighting patterns: Lit in each of seven colors and OFF. You can change only the NORM/ERR indicator lighting pattern that appears after command execu- tion.
  • Page 116 6 Functions Multi-Reader/Writer Configuration Settings It is possible to connect multiple Reader/Writers, and communicate with the RF Tags by setting the Multi-Reader/Writers. It is possible to specify the Multi-Reader/Writer mode and a maximum of seven Reader/Writers as slave reader/writers. The slave reader/writer (V780-HMD68-ETN--S) and Standard Reader/Writer set to SLAVE mode can not change the multi reader/writer configuration setting.

  • Page 117: Exporting/Important Configuration Files

    6 Functions 6-4-5 Exporting/Important Configuration Files From the Web browser interface, you can output a file of all Reader/Writer settings and save them on your computer (export). You can also read a configuration file and write it to the Reader/Writer from the Web browser interface (import).

  • Page 118: Maintenance: Device Information

    6 Functions Maintenance: Device Information 6-5-1 Reading Device Information You can use a command or the Web browser interface to check the device information in the Reader/Writer. Item Description Remarks Model The model number of the Reader/Writer. Firmware version The firmware version in the Reader/Writer. MAC address The MAC address that is assigned to the Reader/Writer.

  • Page 119: Maintenance: Log Information

    6 Functions Maintenance: Log Information 6-6-1 Getting and Clearing the System Error Log You can access the system error log that is maintained in the Reader/Writer. You can read the system error log by sending a command from the host device or by using the Web browser interface.

  • Page 120: Getting The Command Error Log

    6 Functions 6-6-2 Getting the Command Error Log You can access the command error log that is maintained in the Reader/Writer. You can read the command error log by sending a command from the host device or by using the Web browser interface.

  • Page 121: Maintenance: Communications Information

    6 Functions Maintenance: Communications Infor- mation 6-7-1 Getting the Reception Level You can access the reception level that was measured by the Reader/Writer while processing commu- nications with an RF Tag. You can get the reception level information by sending a command from the host device or by using an option specification for a communications command.

  • Page 122: Communications Diagnostics

    6 Functions 6-7-3 Communications Diagnostics Outline This function diagnoses the communications leeway whenever the Reader/Writer communicates with an RF Tag, displays the results on an operation indicator, and reports the results to the host device. With a UHF RFID system, the communications performance is affected by various environmental factors (e.g., installation distance between Reader/Writer and RF Tag, installation objects, and radio wave interference from other wireless devices).
  • Page 123 6 Functions Precautions for Correct Use • Use the results of communications diagnosis as a guideline. An indication of a stable communication (green) does not necessarily mean that communications are normal. • An indicator of an unstable communication (yellow), does not necessarily mean that communications are not possible.
  • Page 124 6 Functions Diagnostic Possible cause Workaround result Communications performance was Communicate with the RF Tag when it is in front of reduced because the position of the RF the Reader/Writer. Tag was offset in relation to the Reader/Writer. Communications performance was Remove all metal from around the RF Tag.
  • Page 125 6 Functions Item Description Remarks Channel used Indicates the channel used when communicating with Indicates the channel an RF Tag. selected by a Reader/Writer when the channel setting is "Automatic." Communications speed Indicates the communications speed when communi- Indicates the speed selected cating with an RF Tag.
  • Page 126 6 Functions Accessing the RF Communications Diagnostics Log You can access the information that resulted from communications diagnostics from the communi- cations diagnostics log displayed on the Web browser interface. You can easily check to see how stable communications are and troubleshoot problems. •...

  • Page 127: Tuning

    6 Functions Tuning 6-8-1 Transmission Power Tuning Outline You can measure the transmission power that is required for the Reader/Writer to communicate with an RF Tag and then adjust the transmission power. You can set the optimum transmission power for communications with target RF Tags, i.e., the min- imum required power.
  • Page 128 6 Functions Precautions for Correct Use • The RUN indicator will light cyan during adjustment. • For the adjustment, place the RF Tag at the farthest distance from the Reader/Writer that would be normal in the actual application. • Do not move the RF Tag during adjustment. Doing so will prevent determining the optimum power.
  • Page 129 6 Functions Transmission Power Adjustment Procedure From the Transmission power tuning View, select either the read or write option for the transmission power adjustment. Then, click the Start Button. Tuning automatically sets the optimum transmission power. You can also save the transmission power adjustment results to a file. ...

  • Page 130: Utilities

    6 Functions Utilities 6-9-1 RF Tag Access Outline You can check communications between the Reader/Writer and host device for RF Tag communi- cations commands. You can specify the UII (EPC code) or any address in the RF Tag to access the data. RF Tag Access Method The RF Tag Access View displays the communications commands sent to the Reader/Writer and the response that is received.

  • Page 131: Rf Tag Scanning

    6 Functions You can specify any of the following as the test command: ID READ, ID WRITE, DATA READ, or DATA WRITE. The communications result (diagnostic result) are displayed in red, yellow, or green. The time required to communicate with the RF Tag is also displayed. 6-9-2 RF Tag Scanning Outline...
  • Page 132 6 Functions • The scan list is updated approx. every 1.5 s. • If you close the Web browser interface, transition the screen, or disconnect the communica- tions cable during scanning, the test operation status (i.e., the RUN indicator lit in cyan) may continue.

  • Page 133: Reception Level Monitor

    6 Functions 6-9-3 Reception Level Monitor Outline You can check the reception level from RF Tags over time on a graph. You can use this to adjust the installation locations of Reader/Writers and RF Tags and measure the communications ranges to achieve more stable RFID system operation. Broadly speaking, you can use the Reception Level Monitor View to analyze two communications methods: single-access communications and multiaccess communications.
  • Page 134 6 Functions  Flashing Speed of NORM/ERR Indicators During measurements of single-access communications, operation indicators will flash and the flashing speed will indicate the reception level of the Reader/Writer. This allows you to install and adjust the Reader/Writer and RF Tags even if you cannot see the Reception Level Monitor View on the Web browser interface. Operation Color Status...
  • Page 135 6 Functions The indicators will flash yellow at the RSSI The indicators will flash green at the RSSI levels for unstable communications (the levels for stable communications. The higher same as for communications diagnostics). RSSI level the level, the faster the indicators will flash. NORM/ERR indicator [dBm] flashing speed...
  • Page 136 6 Functions Measurement Method for Multiaccess Communications To analyze communications with multiple RF Tags with the reception level monitor, select the Multi Option and then click the Start Button. When analysis begins, the Reader/Writer will start taking measurements for up to eight RF Tags and the reception level display for the RF Tags will be updated in realtime.

  • Page 137: Channel Monitor

    6 Functions 6-9-4 Channel Monitor Outline The Reader/Writer can measure the noise level on each channel so that you can check the chan- nels used by nearby Reader/Writers and check how much radio wave interference there is. You can use this to identify and perform countermeasures for any equipment that are sources of noise in the application environment before you start operation or when troubles occur to achieve more stable RFID system operation.

  • Page 138: Focus Monitor

    6 Functions 6-9-5 Focus Monitor Outline The Focus Mode of the Reader/Writer uses a target level index to determine the RF Tag that is posi- tioned in front of the Reader/Writer. When the Reader/Writer receives a command from the host device, it communicates with the RF Tag that has the highest target level.
  • Page 139 6 Functions Monitor Method during Tests To perform a test, select the Testing Option on the Focus Monitor View on the Web Browser Inter- face and click the Start Button. The Reader/Writer will start measuring the target levels of the RF Tags and update the target level display for up to eight RF Tags in realtime.
  • Page 140 6 Functions Monitor Method during Operation To check the target levels during operation, select the Operating Option on the Focus monitor View and click the Start Button. The Reader/Writer will start measuring the target levels of the RF Tags and update the target level display for up to eight RF Tags in realtime. To stop taking measure- ments, click the Stop Button.

  • Page 141: 6-10 Multi-Reader/Writer Function

    6 Functions 6-10 Multi-Reader/Writer Function 6-10-1 Outline The Multi-Reader/Writer function allows connection to multiple Reader/Writers, and performs com- munications with RF Tags. It can connect to a maximum of eight Reader/Writers, and performs master/slave control with one Reader/writer as the master, and the other Reader/Writers as slaves. Because multiple slave Reader/Writers can be jointly controlled simply by controlling a master Reader/Writer, it is possible to easily perform complicated controls from the host device.

  • Page 142: 6-10-2 Multi-Reader/Writer Modes

    6 Functions 6-10-2 Multi-Reader/Writer Modes The processing operations for communications of multiple linked Reader/Writers differs depending on the Multi-Reader/Writer mode specified in the Reader/Writer. The setting of the Multi-Reader/Writer mode is effective following restart. It is saved in internal memory in the Reader/Writer even after the power supply is turned OFF.
  • Page 143 6 Functions Field Extension Mode This virtually extends the communications range with multiple Reader/Writers, and communicated with RF Tags detected by any of the Reader/Writers. Use RF Tag communications in the following applications. • Once multiple RF Tags passing through in logistics/transport, etc., have been read, RF Tag commu- nications are possible at high reading accuracy by arranging multiple Reader/Writers and creating a wide communications range.
  • Page 144 6 Functions  Operation of "Once" Communications Mode • If the RF Tag completes normally in any of the Reader/Writers in single-access The master Reader/Writer communicates with the RF Tags by switching control of itself and the Slave Reader/Writers in time division. When "RF Tag Missing Error" or "RF Tag Communications Error"...
  • Page 145 6 Functions Precautions for Correct Use • While Multi-Reader/Writer communications processing is continuing, the NORM/ERR indica- tors will not light red even if "RF Tag Missing Error" or "RF Tag Communications Error" is detected in a Reader/Writer. • The NORM/ERR indicator lamp of the Reader/Writer will light green/red after normal comple- tion/error completion in Multi-Reader/Writer communications processing.
  • Page 146 6 Functions  Operation of the "Auto" Communications Mode • If the RF Tag completes normally in any of the Reader/Writers in single-access The master Reader/Writer switches the control of itself and the Slave Reader/Writers in time divi- sion, waits for the entrance of the RF Tags into any of the communications range, and will return the communications result after detection.
  • Page 147 6 Functions  Operation of the “Repeat” Communications Mode • If the RF Tag completes normally in any of the Readers/Writers in single access The Master Reader/Writer switches the control of itself and the Slave Readers/Writers in time divi- sion, waits for the entrance of the RF Tags into any of the communications range, and immediately returns the communications results upon detection.

  • Page 148: 6-10-3 Application

    6 Functions 6-10-3 Application Use this function according to the usage procedure example of the Multi-Reader/Writer mode. Here, we give an example of the installation of four Reader/Writers as shown in the figure below. Slave Reader/Writer 1 Master Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.201 IP:192.168.1.200 Switching Hub Slave Reader/Writer 3...
  • Page 149 6 Functions Enable the Field Extension Mode Set the same network IP address in all of the Reader/Writers. Connect the Ethernet cable, and start up. Start up the web browser on the PC, and specify the IP address of the master Reader/Writer. Click the Device Settings Button and then click the Multi-Reader/Writer setting Tab, Multi-Reader/Writer setting tab page will be displayed.
  • Page 150 6 Functions The master Reader/Writer will establish communications with all of the slave Reader/Writers, completing connection processing. You can check the Status of Multi-Reader/Writer setting view that completed connection. After this, the multiple Reader/Writers shall jointly operate by the issuing of communications commands from the host device to the master Reader/Writer.
  • Page 151 6 Functions Executing DATA READ Using the Field Extension Mode  If the "RF Tag Communications Option" of the master Reader/Writer is "Once" This will issue a DATA READ command from the host device to the master Reader/Writer. Slave Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.201 Master Reader/Writer DATA READ Command...
  • Page 152 6 Functions Slave No. 1 will communicate with the RF Tags with the "Once" communications option. Here, if the communications have ended normally, or if the communications have ended with an error, a response is returned to the host device, and the processing ends. If an RF Tag Missing error or an RF Tag communications error is detected, the processing will continue in the order of Slave No.
  • Page 153 6 Functions  If the "RF Tag Communications Option" of the master Reader/Writer is "Auto" This will issue a DATA READ command from the host device to the master Reader/Writer. Slave Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.201 Master Reader/Writer DATA READ Command IP:192.168.1.200 RF Tag Slave Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.203 Slave Reader/Writer...
  • Page 154 6 Functions Slave No. 1 will communicate with the RF Tags with the "Once" communications option. Here, if the communications have ended normally, or if the communications have ended with an error, a response is returned to the host device, and the processing ends. If an RF Tag Missing error or a communications error is detected, the processing will continue in the order of Slave No.
  • Page 155 6 Functions  If the “RF Tag Communications Option” of the master Reader/Writer is “Repeat” This will issue a DATA READ command from the host device to the master Reader/Writer. Slave Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.201 Master Reader/Writer DATA READ Command IP:192.168.1.200 RF Tag Slave Reader/Writer IP:192.168.1.203 Slave Reader/Writer...
  • Page 156 6 Functions Slave No. 1 will communicate with the RF Tags through the “Once” communications option. Here, if the communications have ended normally, the communications results are returned to the host device. If the communications results indicate an RF Tag missing error or a communi- cations error, an error response is not returned to the host device, but if any other error is detected , the error results are returned to the host device.

  • Page 157: 6-10-4 Communications Conditions During Multi-Reader/Writer Use

    6 Functions 6-10-4 Communications conditions during Multi-Reader/Writer use While the Multi-Reader/Writer is enabled, the master Reader/Writer communications conditions can be set for each individual slave Reader/Writer or globally set for all Reader/Writers. The various setting items are as follows: Setting Setting item Description Remarks...

  • Page 158: 6-10-5 Maintenance Functions During Multi-Reader/Writer Use

    6 Functions 6-10-5 Maintenance functions during Multi-Reader/Writer use With the Multi-Reader/Writer function enabled, the various maintenance functions available in the Web browser interface will operate as follows: View classifi- Tab page classifi- Description Remarks cation cation Tuning Transmission It is possible to tune the transmission Power Tuning power for each Reader/Writer on the Multi-Reader/Writer configuration.
  • Page 159 6 Functions Transmission Power Tuning for Multiple Reader/Writers You can use the Transmission Power Tuning View (click the Device Settings Button and then click the Multi-Reader/Writer setting Tab) on the Web browser interface, to adjust the transmission power set- tings separately for the master or slave Reader/Writer. You can specify the target Reader/Writer number to adjust on the Transmission Power Tuning Tab Page.
  • Page 160 6 Functions Reception level monitor for Multiple Reader/Writers You can use the Utilities View (click the Utilities Button and then click the Reception level monitor Tab) on the Web browser interface, to check the reception level separately for the master or slave Reader/Writer.
  • Page 161 6 Functions  Multiaccess On the Reception Level Monitor Tab Page, specify the Reader/Writer numbers to be measured in the Reader/Writers on the Multi-Reader/Writer configuration. Click the Start Button after specification will start measurement by the subject Reader/Writers. Multiple RF Tags are plotted by the highest reception level measured for each RF Tag.
  • Page 162 6 Functions Channel monitor for Multiple Reader/Writers You can use the Utilities View (click the Utilities Button and then click the Channel monitor Tab) on the Web browser interface, to check the channel settings separately for the master or slave Reader/Writer.
  • Page 163 Ethernet/IP Communications This section provides an overview of Ethernet/IP communications and describes the communications format, communications commands, and communications procedure. 7-1 Outline ............7-2 7-1-1 EtherNet/IP Communications Protocol .

  • Page 164: Outline

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications Outline 7-1-1 EtherNet/IP Communications Protocol Data is exchanged cyclically between Ethernet devices on the EtherNet/IP network using tag data links as shown below. An example of connection with a CS/CJ-series CPU Unit is shown below. CS/CJ-series CPU Unit Reader/Writer Input Output...

  • Page 165: Ethernet/Ip Communications With The Reader/Writer

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-1-2 EtherNet/IP Communications with the Reader/Writer You can use EtherNet/IP tag data links to communicate between the PLC and the Reader/Writer to perform control via command/response communications or to perform RF Tag communications. The following communications areas are prepared in the PLC to perform communications. Area name Description Command Area...

  • Page 166: Tag Data Link Setting Methods

    To connect to OMRON PLCs or Controllers, you use the Network Configurator to set up tag data links (i.e., tags, tag sets, and connection settings). Refer to the following manuals for details on the tag data link settings that are made with the Network Configurator.
  • Page 167 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Setting Connections Setting item Description Originator device (PLC) Input Tag Set Tag set name on PLC - [76 to 1,036 bytes] Input connection types Cannot be changed (Point to Point connection). Output Tag Set Tag set name on PLC - [76 to 1,036 bytes] Output connection types Cannot be changed (Point to Point connection).
  • Page 168 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Precautions for Correct Use • If you connect to an OMRON master, the maximum data size for one tag data link connection depends on the model of the master. Use the sizes in the following table for reference.

  • Page 169: Memory Assignments

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-1-4 Memory Assignments This section describes the memory assignments for the Command Area and Response Area in the PLC. Memory is aligned in 16-bit units. The bit order for each field is little endian. Command Area (from PLC Originator to Reader/Writer Target) I/O mem- ory off- Resv...
  • Page 170 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Response Area (from Reader/Writer Target to PLC Originator) mem- ory off- SYS- Resv Resv Resv Resv Resv Resv Resv Resv NORM BUSY READY _ERR _ERR Error code Response Information 1 Response Information 2 Response Information 3 Update Counter Response Response Data (The format depends on the command.) Reserved (Resv) bits are for future expansion.
  • Page 171 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Data Signal/data Name Size Description type Update Counter WORD 2 bytes This word indicates the count value that is incremented by +1 each time the execution result is updated to the next execution result during continuous execution of the command by the RF sensor unit.

  • Page 172: Update Counter/Update Counter Response

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-1-5 Update Counter/Update Counter Response Update Counter This word indicates the count value that is incremented by +1 each time the execution result is updated during continuous execution of the command by the Reader/Writer. If there is no change in the count value from the previous input, it implies “No update of execution results”.

  • Page 173: V780 Commands

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-1-6 V780 Commands Command code The following table lists the command codes that you can specify for execution by the Reader/Writer. Set these codes in the Command Code field in the command area. Classification Command Code Command name Reference RF Tag communications 0001 hex...
  • Page 174 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Error code These codes are set in the Error Code field in the response area. If an error response is returned (i.e., an error code other than 0000 hex), a record is stored in the com- mand error log in the Reader/Writer. Records are not stored for errors for which responses are not returned to the host device.

  • Page 175: V780 Command Details

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications V780 Command Details 7-2-1 Single-access Communications Commands READ ID  Function This command reads the ID code of the RF Tag in the communications field.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 0001 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD...
  • Page 176 7 Ethernet/IP Communications ID WRITE  Function This command writes the ID code to the RF Tag in the communications range.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 0002 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes EPC length Specifies the word size of the EPC code.
  • Page 177 7 Ethernet/IP Communications READ DATA  Function This command reads data from the RF Tag in the communications field.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 0003 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes First address (in words) of the data read from the RF Tag 0000 to 07FF hex: Reserved area...
  • Page 178 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function Cnt/Update Counter WORD 2 bytes 0000 to FFFF hex The value is counted up due to a change in the response area. For details, refer to Update Counter/Update Counter Response on page 7-10. RespData/Response Data Read data ARRAY[]...
  • Page 179 7 Ethernet/IP Communications WRITE DATA  Function This command writes data to the RF Tag in the communications field.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 0004 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes First word address of the data to write to the RF Tag (in words) 0000 to 07FF hex: Reserved area...
  • Page 180 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Error Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes R/W no. of the Reader/Writer communicating with the RF Tag 0000 to 0007 hex RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes Communications diagnostics result...
  • Page 181 7 Ethernet/IP Communications LOCK  Function This command locks or unlocks the memory of the RF Tag in the communications range. Precautions for Correct Use • When an RF Tag is locked, the specified password is written to the access password area in the RF Tag.
  • Page 182 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Error Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes R/W no. of the Reader/Writer communicating with the RF Tag 0000 to 0007 hex RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes Communications diagnostics result...
  • Page 183 7 Ethernet/IP Communications DATA FILL  Function This command writes the specified data to the specified number of words beginning from the speci- fied write start address. The specifications are made in the command.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code...
  • Page 184 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Error Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes R/W no. of the Reader/Writer communicating with the RF Tag 0000 to 0007 hex RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes Communications diagnostics result...

  • Page 185: Multiaccess Communications Commands

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-2 Multiaccess Communications Commands MULTIACCESS ID READ  Function This command specifies reading the IDs (i.e., the ECP codes) of the RF Tags in the communica- tions range. * It can also be used when the communications mode is Repeat. ...
  • Page 186 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area (Error Response) When a command error occurs, or when an RF Tag missing error occurs while the communications timeout is enabled, the format becomes as shown below. Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Error Code WORD 2 bytes Error code...
  • Page 187 7 Ethernet/IP Communications MULTIACCESS DATA READ  Function This command specifies reading data from the RF Tags in the communications range. * It can also be used when the communications mode is Repeat.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD...
  • Page 188 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area (for Output_110) Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Error Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes R/W no. of the Reader/Writer communicating with the RF Tag 0000 to 0007 hex RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes...

  • Page 189: Reader/Writer Control Commands

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function RespData/Response Data Read data WORD 32 words The data that was read from the RF Tag is attached. (64 bytes) * The area that exceeds the data size is filled with zeros. StoredPC WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 190 7 Ethernet/IP Communications RESET  Function This command restarts the entire Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 1002 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes Options 0000 hex: Normal reset FFFF hex: Forced reset Normal reset: Reset is performed after the Reader/Writer is set to an idle state.
  • Page 191 7 Ethernet/IP Communications RESET FOCUS  Function This command initializes the target level information of all the RF Tags that are being monitored by the Reader/Writer in Focus Mode.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 1004 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1...

  • Page 192: Setting And Getting Reader/Writer Information Settings

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-4 Setting and Getting Reader/Writer Information Settings SET TCP/IP COMMUNICATIONS CONDITIONS  Function This command sets the TCP/IP communications conditions of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 2001 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 193 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET TCP/IP COMMUNICATIONS CONDITIONS  Function This command is used to check the TCP/IP communications conditions that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 2002 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 194 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET DEVICE NAME  Function This command is used to set or clear a name for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 200B hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2...

  • Page 195: Reader/Writer Setting Commands: Device Settings

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-5 Reader/Writer Setting Commands: Device Settings SET MULTI-READER/WRITER CONFIGURATION  Function This command sets the multi-Reader/Writer configuration. The settings are enabled from the next startup.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 5003 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD...
  • Page 196 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo3/Response Information 3 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 197 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET MUTLI-READER/WRITER CONFIGURATION  Function This command is used to check the Multi-Reader/Writer configuration set in the Multi-Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 5004 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2...
  • Page 198 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET MUTLI-READER/WRITER STATUS  Function This command gets the multi-Reader/Writer status.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4007 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)

  • Page 199: Reader/Writer Setting Commands: Communications Settings

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-6 Reader/Writer Setting Commands: Communications Settings SET TAG COMMUNICATIONS CONDITIONS  Function This command sets the communications conditions for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3001 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 200 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo3/Response Information 3 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 201 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET TAG COMMUNICATIONS CONDITIONS  Function This command is used to check the RF communications conditions that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3002 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 202 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET TRANSMISSION POWER  Function This command sets the transmission powers of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3003 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes Number of words in transmission power set- tings 0002 to 0010 hex * Number of Readers/Writers x 2 words...
  • Page 203 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo3/Response Information 3 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 204 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET TRANSMISSION POWER  Function This command is used to check the transmission powers that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3004 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes Number of words in transmission power set-...
  • Page 205 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function Slave Transmis- WORD 2 bytes Expresses the transmission power for read sion power RF communications commands. Reader/Writer (Read) 000F to 001B hex (15 to 27 dBm) Default setting: 001B hex Transmis- WORD 2 bytes Expresses the transmission power for write sion power...
  • Page 206 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET CHANNEL  Function This command sets the channels for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3005 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 207 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo3/Response Information 3 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 208 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET CHANNEL  Function This command is used to check the channel settings that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3006 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 209 7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7 - 47 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 210 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET GEN2 SESSION  Function This command sets the Gen2 session for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3007 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 211 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET GEN2 SESSION  Function This command is used to check the Gen2 session that is set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3008 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 212 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET ACCESS PASSWORD  Function This command sets the access password for RF Tag communications of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3009 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2...
  • Page 213 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET ACCESS PASSWORD  Function This command reads the access password that is set for RF Tag communications in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 300A hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 214 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET RF TAG SELECTION FILTER CONDITIONS  Function This command sets the RF Tag selection filter conditions for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 300B hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 215 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET RF TAG SELECTION FILTER CONDITIONS  Function This command reads the RF Tag selection filter conditions that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 300C hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 216 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET RSSI FILTER CONDITIONS  Function This command sets the RSSI filter conditions for the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 300D hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD...
  • Page 217 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET RSSI FILTER CONDITIONS  Function This command is used to check the RSSI filter conditions that are set in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 300E hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 218 [V780-HMD68-EIP-JP] 0000 hex, 000A to 03E8 hex (0000 hex is either None, or 10 to 1,000) [msec] Default setting: 0000 hex [V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/-CN/-TW/-ID/-MY/-SG/ -US/-MX] 000A to 03E8 hex (10 to 1,000 [msec]) Default setting: 000A hex [V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/-EU/-RU] 0064 to 03E8 hex...
  • Page 219 7 Ethernet/IP Communications  Response Area Signal/data Data type Size Function ErrCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes Error code RespInfo1/Response Information 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo2/Response Information 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) RespInfo3/Response Information 3 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 220 [V780-HMD68-EIP-JP] 0000 hex, 000A to 03E8 hex (0000 hex is either None, or 10 to 1,000) [msec] Default setting: 0000 hex [V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/-CN/-TW/-ID/-MY/-SG/ -US/-MX] 000A to 03E8 hex (10 to 1,000 [msec]) Default setting: 000A hex [V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/-EU/-RU] 0064 to 03E8 hex...
  • Page 221 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function Continuous transmission time WORD 2 bytes Expresses the maximum time to continuously output radio waves during communications command execution. [V780-HMD68-EIP-JP] 0000 hex, 0190 to 2710 hex (0000 hex is either No limit, or 400 to 10,000) [msec] Default setting: 0000 hex [Models other than V780-HMD68-EIP-JP]...
  • Page 222 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET SMOOTHING BUFFER  Function This command sets the smoothing buffer size of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/name Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3011 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 223 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET SMOOTHING BUFFER  Function This command gets the smoothing buffer size of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 3012 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes...

  • Page 224: Maintenance Commands: Device Information

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-7 Maintenance Commands: Device Information GET MODEL INFORMATION  Function This command reads the model of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4001 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2...
  • Page 225 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET FIRMWARE VERSION  Function This command reads the firmware version of the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Data Signal/data Size Function type CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4002 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.)
  • Page 226 7 Ethernet/IP Communications SET TIME INFORMATION  Function This command sets the time information in the Reader/Writer. When the Reader/Writer is restarted, the time information is reset. (All zeros will be set for the actual time flag, hour, minutes, and seconds.) ...
  • Page 227 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET TIME INFORMATION  Function This command is used to check the time information from the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4006 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD...

  • Page 228: Maintenance Commands: Log Information

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-8 Maintenance Commands: Log Information GET SYSTEM ERROR LOG  Function This command is used to check the log of system errors that have occurred in the Reader/Writer. The system error log is retained even when the Reader/Writer is restarted. ...
  • Page 229 7 Ethernet/IP Communications *1. The maximum number of system error logs that can be acquired differs according to the area size. Response Area Max. no. Output_110 Output_111 Output_112 Output_113 7 - 67 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 230 7 Ethernet/IP Communications CLEAR SYSTEM ERROR LOG  Function This command clears the log of system errors (fatal errors) that is stored in the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4102 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 231 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET COMMAND ERROR LOG  Function This command is used to check the log of command errors that have occurred in the Reader/Writer. The command error log information is cleared when the Reader/Writer is restarted.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size...
  • Page 232 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Response Area Max. no. Output_110 Output_111 Output_112 Output_113 7 - 70 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 233: Maintenance Commands: Rf Communications Information

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-9 Maintenance Commands: RF Communications Information GET RF TAG ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Function This command is used to check the attached information (i.e., the UII (EPC code), reception level, and Reader/Writer No.) that resulted from communications for a single-access command with the immediately preceding RF Tag.
  • Page 234 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET NOISE LEVEL  Function This command measures the ambient noise level around the Reader/Writer.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4202 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes Channel acquisition start position 0001 hex to 0032 hex (1 to 50 CH) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD...
  • Page 235 7 Ethernet/IP Communications GET COMMUNICATIONS DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION  Function This command gets the most recent communications diagnostic information.  Command Area Signal/data Data type Size Function CmdCode/Command Code WORD 2 bytes 4203 hex CmdParam1/Command Parameter 1 WORD 2 bytes 0000 hex (Not used.) CmdParam2/Command Parameter 2 WORD 2 bytes...
  • Page 236 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function RespData/Response Data Newest com- Time infor- ARRAY[] 4 bytes Expresses the time information. munications mation OF BYTE (Actual time flag, hour, minutes, and seconds) diagnostic Command WORD 2 bytes Expresses the command code. information code Error code...
  • Page 237 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Signal/data Data type Size Function Cnt/Update Counter WORD 2 bytes 0000 to FFFF hex The value is counted up due to a change in the response area. For details, refer to Update Counter/Update Counter Response on page 7-10. RespData/Response Data Newest com- Time infor-...
  • Page 238 7 Ethernet/IP Communications *1. When the communications mode is "Repeat", communications canceled/aborted is obtained. If you want to obtain the information prior to cancellation, refer to the communications diagnosis history on the Web screen. *2. Diagnostic processing for these results is performed only in Focus Mode. *3.

  • Page 239: 7-2-10 Time Charts

    7 Ethernet/IP Communications 7-2-10 Time Charts Using the Once Communications Option Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex 0001 hex response READY BUSY NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex 0000 hex...
  • Page 240 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Once Communications Option, MULTIACCESS ID READ and MULTIACCESS DATA READ Commands, and a Response Processing Time that is Shorter than the Communications Timeout Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0003 hex...
  • Page 241 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Once Communications Option, MULTIACCESS ID READ and MULTIACCESS DATA READ Commands, and a Response Processing Time that is Longer than the Communications Timeout Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0003 hex...
  • Page 242 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Auto Communications Option Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex response READY BUSY NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex Error code Response information Response data Communications field...
  • Page 243 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Auto Communications Option, MULTIACCESS ID READ and MULTIACCESS DATA READ Commands, and a Response Processing Time that is Shorter than the Communications Timeout Command code Command 3 Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0003 hex...
  • Page 244 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Auto Communications Option, MULTIACCESS ID READ and MULTIACCESS DATA READ Commands, and a Response Processing Time that is Longer than the Communications Timeout Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0003 hex...
  • Page 245 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Repeat Communications Option Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex response READY BUSY NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0000 hex Error code Response information...
  • Page 246 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Using the Once Communications Option and MULTIACCESS ID READ and MULTIACCESS DATA READ Commands Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0002 hex 0003 hex response READY BUSY NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex...
  • Page 247 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Executing Other Commands (such as SET READER/WRITER and GET READER/WRITER INFORMATION) Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex 0001 hex response READY READY BUSY BUSY NORM NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex...
  • Page 248 7 Ethernet/IP Communications Executing the RESET Command (Reboot) Command code Command Command Area parameters Command data Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex response READY BUSY NORM Response Area Update counter 0000 hex 0001 hex 0000 hex Error code Response information Response data 1 2 3 The command code, command parameters, and command data are set from the PLC while the READY sig-...

  • Page 249: Browser Interface

    Browser Interface This section describes the V780 Reader/Writer settings and operations that you can perform from a Web browser on a computer connected to the V780 Reader/Writer. 8-1 Browser Operation Interface ........8-2 8-2 Operation Interface .

  • Page 250: Browser Operation Interface

    8 Browser Interface Browser Operation Interface Connect the Ethernet cable and start a Web browser on the computer. Enter the IP address of the Reader/Writer in the address field of the Web browser to display the Browser Operation Interface. Enter http://192.168.1.200 if you are using the default IP address. If a Web password is not set in the Reader/Writer, the Status View will be displayed first.
  • Page 251 8 Browser Interface The Web browser interface can be used in the following operating environments. • OS: Windows 8.1/Windows 10/Windows 11 • Web Browser: Internet Explorer 11 Microsoft Edge Google Chrome Web Browser Propriety of use Windows XP IE7 to IE8 Not available Windows 7 IE8 to IE10...

  • Page 252: Operation Interface

    8 Browser Interface Operation Interface 8-2-1 Password Entry View If a Web password is set in the Reader/Writer, the Password Entry View will be displayed first. This view is not displayed for the default settings because a default password is not set. Item name Description Password...

  • Page 253: Status

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-2 Status Click the Status Button. The Status View will be displayed. You can use this view to check the device information for the Reader/Writer. This button sets the time on the computer into the Reader/Writer. Item name Description Model Displays the product model number.

  • Page 254: Network Settings

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-3 Network Settings TCP/IP Settings Click the Network settings Button and then click the TCP/IP Tab. A tab page to set the IP address and other network settings will be displayed. You can edit the settings. Click this button to use the operation indicators to confirm the installation location of the Reader/Writer you are manipulating.
  • Page 255 8 Browser Interface Web Password Setting Click the Network settings Button and then click the Web password setting Tab. A tab page to set the Web password will be displayed. You can edit the setting. Click this button to set the displayed value.

  • Page 256: Rf Communications Settings

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-4 RF Communications Settings Basic Settings Click the RF communication settings Button and then click the Basic settings Tab. A tab page to set the basic parameters for communications with RF Tags will be displayed. You can edit the settings.
  • Page 257 Enter the time to pause output during communications command execution. Setting range: [V780-HMD68-EIP-JP] 0 or 10 to 1000 [ms] *If you set 0, the time will be 0. [V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/-TW/-CN/-MY/-US/-MX] 10 to 1000 [ms] [V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/-EU/-RU] 100 to 1000 [ms] *1. The channel used can only be specified in models V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/-IN/-EU/-RU. The channel cannot be specified in the other models.
  • Page 258 8 Browser Interface *2. You cannot specify either one of the stop time and continuous transmission time as 0 in the model V780-HMD68-EIP-JP. *3. The default settings depends on the each model number. For details, refer to Transmission Time on page 6-29. For information on the advanced settings, refer to 6-4-3 RF Communications Conditions: Advanced Settings on page 6-27.
  • Page 259 8 Browser Interface Advanced Settings 2 Click the RF communication settings Button and then click the Advanced settings 2 Tab. A tab page to set the advanced parameters for communications with RF Tags will be displayed. You can edit the settings. Click this button to set the displayed values.

  • Page 260: Device Settings

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-5 Device Settings Operation Indicator Custom Settings Click the Device settings Button and then click the LED custom settings Tab. A tab page to customize the operation indicators on the Reader/Writer will be displayed. You can edit the settings.
  • Page 261 8 Browser Interface Multi-Reader/Writer Setting Click the Device settings Button and then click the Multi-Reader/Writer setting Tab. A tab page to customize the multi-reader/writer on the Reader/Writer will be displayed. The slave reader/writer (V780-HMD68-ETN--S) and Standard Reader/Writer set to SLAVE mode can not change the multi reader/writer configuration setting.

  • Page 262: Tuning

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-6 Tuning Transmission Power Tuning Click the Utility Button, and then click the Transmission power tuning Tab. A tab page to automati- cally adjust the transmission powers of the Reader/Writer will be displayed. You can adjust or set the transmission power separately for read communications and write communications.
  • Page 263 8 Browser Interface  Saving Files You can click the Save Button on the Transmission Power Tuning Tab Page to save the results of transmission power tuning at a specified path and file name. The transmission power tuning results are saved in a CSV file in the following format.

  • Page 264: Utilities

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-7 Utilities RF Tag Access Click the Utility Button, and then click the RF Tag access Tab. A tab page to use RF communications commands to access RF Tags will be displayed. You can use this tab page to check operation for reading and writing the RF Tag UIIs (EPC codes) or data at any RF Tag addresses.
  • Page 265 8 Browser Interface Item name Description Time The time required to communicate with the RF Tag will be displayed. Command/Response Log Displays the sent command and write data, read data and the result. [Cmd]: The send command is displayed. If the command is an ID write or a data write, it is followed by <Write Data>.
  • Page 266 8 Browser Interface RF Tag Scanning Click the Utility Button, and then click the RF Tag scan Tab. A tab page to scan for RF Tags will be displayed. You can use this tab page to check for RF Tags in the communications field of the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 267 8 Browser Interface Reception Level Monitor Click the Utility Button, and then click the Reception level monitor Tab. A tab page to monitor the reception levels from RF Tags will be displayed. You can use this tab page to adjust the installation and check the communications field. When the Multi-Reader/Writer function is enabled, it is possible to select multiple Reader/Writers sub- ject to communications with RF Tags.
  • Page 268 8 Browser Interface  Saving Files You can click the Save Button on the Reception Level Monitor Tab Page to save the reception level monitoring information that was measured at a specified path and file name. The measurement results are saved in a CSV file in the following format. CSV Format No, Time, UII (EPC), Reception level[dBm] 1 <time>, <UII (EPC code)>, <reception_level>...
  • Page 269 8 Browser Interface Item name Description Remarks UII (EPC) Gives the UIIs (EPC codes) in hexadecimal of the RF Tags that were detected during monitoring. XX ... XX hex Reception Gives the reception levels measured during monitoring. The reception level will be 0 if a level[dBm] communications error occurs.
  • Page 270 8 Browser Interface Channel Monitor Click the Utility Button, and then click the Channel monitor Tab. A tab page to monitor the noise level on each channel will be displayed. You can use this tab page to check the channels that are used by nearby Reader/Writers or to check the level of radio wave interfer- ence.
  • Page 271 8 Browser Interface Focus Monitor Click the Utility Button, and then click the Focus monitor Tab. A tab page to monitor the status when the Reader/Writer’s Focus Mode is used will be displayed. You can use this tab page to check the target level indexes that determine which RF Tag is in front of the Reader/Writer. Results of RF Tag monitoring are displayed for up to 64 RF Tags.
  • Page 272 8 Browser Interface  Saving Files You can click the Save Button on the Focus Monitor Tab Page to save the focus information at a spec- ified path and file name. The focus information is saved in a CSV file in the following format. CSV Format No, Time, UII (EPC), Target level 1 <time>, <UII (EPC code)>, <target_level>...

  • Page 273: Logs

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-8 Logs Command Error Log Click the Log view Button, and then click the Command error log Tab. The Command Error Log Tab Page will be displayed. You can check the command error information that was returned by the Reader/Writer. If you select one of the records in the list, details for the record will be displayed.
  • Page 274 8 Browser Interface System Error Log Click the Log view Button, and then click the System error log Tab. The System Error Log Tab Page will be displayed. You can check the system error information that was detected by the Reader/Writer. If you select one of the records in the list, details for the record will be displayed.
  • Page 275 8 Browser Interface RF Communications Diagnostics Log Click the Log view Button, and then click the RF communications diagnostics log Tab. The Communications Diagnostics Log Tab Page will be displayed. You can use this tab page to check the results of RF communications diagnostics. Precautions for Correct Use This tab page cannot be used if the Reader/Writer is started in Safe Mode.
  • Page 276 8 Browser Interface Item name Description Remarks Displays the log record number. The lower numbers are assigned to the most recent records. Time Displays the time when the Reader/Writer executed the RF communica- tions command. Command Displays the command code and command name of the command exe- cuted by the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 277 8 Browser Interface  Communications Diagnostic Information Graph Display Click the Graph Button on the display of RF communications diagnostics information to display the Graph View. The RF communications diagnostics information will be displayed on a bar graph against time so that you can quantitatively check the leeway in communications. Diagnostics graph Operation...
  • Page 278 8 Browser Interface  Saving Files You can click the Save Button on the RF Communications Diagnostics Log Tab Page to save the RF communications diagnostics log at a specified path and file name. The RF communications diagnostics log information is saved in a CSV file in the following format. CSV Format No, Time, Command, Result, Diagnostics result, Diagnostic details, Reception level[dBm], Noise level[dBm], UII (EPC) 1 <time>, <command_name>,<RF_communications_result>,<diagnostic_result>,<diagnostic_details>,<reception_level>,<noise_level>,<UII (EPC code)>...

  • Page 279: Rebooting

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-9 Rebooting When network settings have been changed and you click the Reboot Button on one of the displays, the Reader/Writer will be restarted and the changes to the setting will be applied. If you click the Reboot Button, a Confirm Reboot Dialog Box will be displayed. Click this button to reboot Click this button to cancel the Reader/Writer.

  • Page 280: 8-2-10 Configuration

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-10 Configuration You can save a configuration file (INI file) that contains the configuration information from the Reader/Writer in the computer. You can also send a configuration file to the Reader/Writer to change all of the configuration information in the Reader/Writer. Click the Default Button to return the settings in the Reader/Writer to the default settings.
  • Page 281 8 Browser Interface Saving a Configuration File on the Computer You can click the Export Button in the Export Configuration File to PC Area to save a configuration file (file name: conf.ini) that contains the configuration information from the Reader/Writer on the computer. The configuration file uses a normal INI file format.
  • Page 282 8 Browser Interface The following Security Warning Dialog Box will be displayed. Click the Allow Button. When the configuration file has been saved (file name: conf.ini), the following dialog box will be dis- played. Click the Open folder Button to display the folder in which the configuration file was saved. 8 - 34 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 283 8 Browser Interface Loading a Configuration File to the Reader/Writer You can change all of the configuration information in the Reader/Writer with the following procedure: Click the Browse Button in the Import Configuration File to R/W Area, select the configuration file to use to set up the Reader/Writer, and then click the Import Button.
  • Page 284 8 Browser Interface The following information is displayed after setting is completed. The network settings (NetworkSetting) are applied when the Reader/Writer is restarted. Other settings are applied immediately. 8 - 36 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 285 8 Browser Interface Click the Return Button to display the Configuration View. 8 - 37 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 286 8 Browser Interface Restoring the Default Settings Click the Default Button in the Initialize Configuration Area to return all of the settings in the Reader/Writer to the default settings. After you initialize the settings, cycle the power supply to the Reader/Writer to enable the new settings.
  • Page 287 8 Browser Interface The following information is displayed after setting is completed. The network settings (NetworkSetting) are applied when the Reader/Writer is restarted. The RF Tag communications settings (RFCommuni- cationSetting) are applied immediately. 8 - 39 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 288: 8-2-11 Configuration File

    8 Browser Interface 8-2-11 Configuration File This section describes the format of the configuration file. The configuration file uses a normal INI file format. • Any line that starts with a semicolon (;) is treated as a comment. • Any line that starts with an opening bracket ([) is treated as a section declaration row. The row must also end in a closing bracket (]).
  • Page 289 8 Browser Interface Section name Entry name Description Default RFCommunication- WriteVerify Gives the setting for write verification for true Setting write communications. Either “true” or “false” is specified. true: Verification used. false: Verification not used. RFCommunication Gives the enable/disable setting for RF com- false munications diagnostics.
  • Page 290 8 Browser Interface Section name Entry name Description Default RFCommunication- RSSIFilterEnable Gives the enable/disable setting of the RSSI false AdvanceSetting filter. It is set to true or false. true: Enable false: Disable RSSIFilterHigh Gives the setting of the high threshold for the RSSI filter.
  • Page 291 8 Browser Interface Section name Entry name Description Default Multi-ReaderWriter- Multi-ReaderWriter This is the Multi-Reader/Writer setting. It is Setting given as a decimal value. Mode 0: Disabled 1: Enabled (Communications range expansion mode) NumberOfSlave This is the number of connected slave Reader/Writers.
  • Page 292 8 Browser Interface Section name Entry name Description Default Multi-ReaderWriter- SlaveReaderWriter3 This is the transmission power setting for Setting _WriteTransmission communications commands of the slave Reader/Writer 3 write system. It is given as a Power decimal value. 15 to 27: 15 to 27 dBm SlaveReaderWriter4 This is the transmission power setting for _ReadTransmission...

  • Page 293: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This section describes the types of errors that can occur for V780 Reader/Writers, how to check for errors, and how to correct errors. 9-1 Types of Errors ..........9-2 9-1-1 Errors Indicated on Operation Indicators .

  • Page 294: Types Of Errors

    9 Troubleshooting Types of Errors The Reader/Writer indicates errors in the following ways. • Errors are indicated on the operation indicators. • Errors are indicated with error codes. 9-1-1 Errors Indicated on Operation Indicators LINK/ACT NORM/ERR NORM/ERR NORM/ERR NORM/ERR Operation indicators Execution of Communications Reader/Writer operating...

  • Page 295: Errors Indicated With Error Codes

    9 Troubleshooting 9-1-2 Errors Indicated with Error Codes Type Description Command Command error Errors related to command input or execution errors RF Tag communications error Errors related to communications with RF Tags System errors Minor fault Errors related to Reader/Writer settings or operation Major fault Errors related to hardware 9 - 3...

  • Page 296: Error Tables

    9 Troubleshooting Error Tables You can use the error code (4-digit hexadecimal value) to identify the error that was detected by the Reader/Writer. Error codes are part of the information that is recorded in the command error log or system error log. 9-2-1 Command Errors There are two types of command errors, command errors related to command input or execution and...
  • Page 297 9 Troubleshooting RF Tag Communications Errors Error name Error code Description There is no RF Tag in the communications range. 2001 hex RF Tag missing error RF Tag communications Communications with the RF Tag did not end normally. 2002 hex failed RF Tag address error The access address for the RF Tag is outside of the area sup-...

  • Page 298: System Errors

    9 Troubleshooting 9-2-2 System Errors There are mainly two types of system errors, minor faults related to Reader/Writer settings or operation and major faults related to hardware. System errors are recorded in the system error log when they are detected by Reader/Writer self-diagnostic processing. Minor Faults Error name Error code...

  • Page 299: Wdt Errors

    9 Troubleshooting 9-2-3 WDT Errors A WDT timer occurs when a system runaway causes the watchdog timer to time out. If a WDT error is detected when the system runs out of control during operation, the RUN indicator will go out and the NORM/ERR indicators will light red. There is no error code for a WDT error and no record is recorded in the system error log.

  • Page 300: Errors And Countermeasures

    9 Troubleshooting Errors and Countermeasures This section gives the errors detected by the Reader/Writer and corresponding countermeasures. The items used in the following tables are described below. The name of the error. The value of the error code (four Error name Error code hexadecimal digits).
  • Page 301 9 Troubleshooting Error name Command execution failure, busy Error code 1011 hex The Reader/Writer was executing another command and could not execute the received com- Description mand. Detection timing At command execution Recovery method None Log category Command error log Additional infor- None Additional infor-...

  • Page 302: Rf Tag Communications Error

    9 Troubleshooting Command execution failure, major 101F hex Error name Error code fault There was a system error (major fault) in the Reader/Writer and the Reader/Writer could not exe- Description cute the received command. Detection timing At command execution Recovery method Restart the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 303 9 Troubleshooting Error name RF Tag communications failed Error code 2002 hex Description Communications with the RF Tag did not end normally. Detection timing At RF communications execution Recovery method None Log category Command error log Additional infor- Manufacturer analysis code 1 Additional infor- Manufacturer analysis code 2 mation 1...
  • Page 304 (1) The RF Tag does not support the RF communications protocol of the Reader/Writer (ISO-18000-6C (Gen2)). Log category (2) The RF Tag is faulty. Consult with your OMRON representative concerning RF Tags that can communicate with the Reader/Writer. Workaround Replace the RF Tags with RF Tags that can communicate with the Reader/Writer.
  • Page 305 9 Troubleshooting Communications error between 200B hex Error name Error code Reader/Writers The master Reader/Writer will establish communications with the slave Reader/Writers during Description execution of the Multi-Reader/Writer function. Detection timing At RF communications execution Recovery method None Log category Command error log Additional infor- Reader/writer number (slave...

  • Page 306: Minor Fault

    9 Troubleshooting 9-3-3 Minor Fault Error name Unfixed operating mode Error code 8001 hex Description The control signals that determine the operation mode of the Reader/Writer could not be read. Detection timing At startup Recovery method Reboot. Log category System error log Additional infor- None Additional infor-...
  • Page 307 9 Troubleshooting Error name Incorrect device setting data Error code 8004 hex Description A mistake was detected in the device settings stored in memory in the Reader/Writer. Detection timing At startup Recovery method Reboot. Log category System error log 0001 hex: LED custom settings None Additional infor- Additional infor-...
  • Page 308 9 Troubleshooting Error name BOOTP server connection error Error code 8012 hex Description Communications with the BOOTP server could not be established to get the IP address. Detection timing At startup Recovery method Reboot. Log category System error log Additional infor- None Additional infor- None...

  • Page 309: Major Fault

    9 Troubleshooting 9-3-4 Major Fault Error name System configuration error Error code F00* hex A mistake was detected in the system program or system data stored in memory in the Description Reader/Writer. Detection timing At startup Recovery method Reboot. Log category System error log Additional infor- None...

  • Page 310: How To Deal With Browser Interface Problems

    9 Troubleshooting How to deal with browser interface problems 9-4-1 When the Web browser screen is not displayed or the screen layout is strange When the Web browser screen is not displayed or the screen layout is strange. Please reload. If the problem persists even after reloading, follow the procedure below to delete the temporary Internet file and then display it again.
  • Page 311 9 Troubleshooting (2)Select Clear browsing data in the privacy and security section. (3)Time range selects all time. Check cached images and files and select clear data. 9 - 19 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 312 9 Troubleshooting Internet explorer11 (1)Click the Tools menu and select Internet Options. Click the delete… button in the Browsing History section of the General tab. (2)Check “Temporary Internet files and website files” and click Delete. 9 - 20 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 313 9 Troubleshooting Microsoft Edge (1)Click the three points in the upper right and click “Settings”. (2)Click “choose what to clear” in the “Privacy & Security” tab. 9 - 21 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 314 9 Troubleshooting (3)Check “Cached data and files” and click Clear. 9 - 22 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 315: Maintenance And Inspection

    Maintenance and Inspection This section describes maintenance and inspections for a V780 Reader/Writer. 10-1 Maintenance and Inspection ........10-2 10 - 1 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 316 10 Maintenance and Inspection 10-1 Maintenance and Inspection The Reader/Writer must be inspected on a daily or periodic basis so that the functions remain in good condition. The Reader/Writer consists of semiconductors that last almost indefinitely. The following malfunctions, however, may result due to the operating environment and conditions. (1) Element deterioration due to overvoltage or overcurrent.
  • Page 317 10 Maintenance and Inspection Inspection item Details Criteria Remarks Panel condition Ventilation Check that the sys- The interior tem- tem is ventilated perature must be within a range properly with natu- ral ventilation, between -10 and forced ventilation, 55°C with proper or cooling air.
  • Page 318 10 Maintenance and Inspection 10 - 4 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)

  • Page 319: Appendices

    Appendices The appendices provide various specifications related to communications with RF Tags and other supplemental information. A-1 Licensing Procedures of Premises Radio Station ....A-2 A-2 RF Tag Communications Times (for Reference Only) .

  • Page 320: Licensing Procedures Of Premises Radio Station

    Appendices A-1 Licensing Procedures of Premises Radio Station V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S is a wireless facility of premises radio station to differentiate moving object using the 920-MHz band. The licensing procedures of the premises radio station must be performed before use. Be sure to perform the licensing procedures before use. Introduction As for the licensing procedures of the premises radio station, check the information regarding the latest procedures, and the documents necessary for the procedures on the Website of the Regional Bureau...
  • Page 321 Appendices * Please enclose a self-addressed return envelope for receipt of your license when applying for a license. * The license is effective for a period of 5 years (you will have to apply again for a license after 5 years.) * In case of any changes in the license contents or establishment report contents, you will have to per- form change procedures.

  • Page 322: Rf Tag Communications Times (For Reference Only

    Appendices A-2 RF Tag Communications Times (for Reference Only) The RF communications time is the time from when the host device sends a communications command to the Reader/Writer until it receives a response. The communications time differs depending on the radio regulations of each country, or the settings of the RF communications command and RF commu- nications speed.
  • Page 323 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-JP/V780-HMD68-ETN-JP-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 15 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 324 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 325 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 17 ms Normal speed 29 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 326 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-TW/V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 327 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 328 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-ID/V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 329 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 330 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-SG/V780-HMD68-ETN-SG-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 331 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 332 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-RU/V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 333 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-US/V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.
  • Page 334 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-MX/V780-HMD68-ETN-MX-S  ID READ (Single-access) During 6-word (96bit) data readout from the UII (EPC) area RF communications speed Communications time High speed 21 ms Normal speed 27 ms   Single-access Single-access RF communications Communications time (ms) RF communications Communications time (ms) speed N : No.

  • Page 335: A-3 Rf Tag Memory Map

    Appendices A-3 RF Tag Memory Map Specify the addresses in the following memory map for the data pointers in the command you send to the Reader/Writer. V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 (Recommended) Memory Map Mem- Word address address bank (hex) (hex) 1FF0- User USER [15 : 0] 1FFF area …...

  • Page 336: Communications Range Diagram, Reception Level Diagram (Reference Only

    Appendices A-4 Communications Range Diagram, Reception Level Diagram (Reference Only)  Communications range The communications range differs depending on the radio regulations of each country. Moreover, the communications range may change under the influence of the ambient environment, type of RF Tags, and the items on which RF Tags are mounted.
  • Page 337 5.53 m -40.0 -50.0 Write -60.0 -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 6.80 m Read -30.0 5.34 m -40.0 -50.0 -60.0 Write -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00...
  • Page 338 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-CN/V780-HMD68-ETN-CN-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 6.80 m Read -30.0 -40.0 5.28 m -50.0 Write -60.0 -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-TW/V780-HMD68-ETN-TW-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 7.00 m -20.0 Read...
  • Page 339 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 -30.0 -40.0 -50.0 4.44 m Read -60.0 3.82 m -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Write Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-ID/V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S  Reception level  Communications range -10.0 7.00 m -20.0 Read...
  • Page 340 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-MY/V780-HMD68-ETN-MY-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 6.80m Read -30.0 5.34m -40.0 -50.0 -60.0 Write -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-SG/V780-HMD68-ETN-SG-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 6.80 m Read -30.0 5.34 m...
  • Page 341 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 -30.0 -40.0 -50.0 4.44 m Read -60.0 3.82 m -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Write Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-RU/V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 -30.0 -40.0...
  • Page 342 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-US/V780-HMD68-ETN-US-S  Reception level  Communications range -10.0 -20.0 -30.0 Read 5.99 m -40.0 4.98 m -50.0 -60.0 Write -70.0 0.00 1.00 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 Distance (m) V780-HMD68-EIP-MX/V780-HMD68-ETN-MX-S  Communications range  Reception level -10.0 -20.0 -30.0 Read...

  • Page 343: Mutual Interference Of Reader/Writers (Reference Only

    Appendices A-5 Mutual Interference of Reader/Writ- ers (Reference Only) If multiple Reader/Writers are installed in parallel to each other, radio wave mutual interference will affect communications with RF Tags. When installing the Reader/Writer, refer to mounting interval described below. Precautions for Correct Use If the mounting interval between Reader/Writers is too short, radio wave mutual interference will cause the communications success rate to drop.
  • Page 344 Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 115 cm 105 cm 85 cm 65 cm 45 cm 25 cm V780-HMD68-EIP-KR/V780-HMD68-ETN-KR-S Communications success rate for Mounting interval measurement Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 115 cm 105 cm 85 cm 65 cm...
  • Page 345 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-IN/V780-HMD68-ETN-IN-S Communications success rate for Mounting interval measurement Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 100% 115 cm 105 cm 85 cm 65 cm 45 cm 25 cm V780-HMD68-EIP-ID/V780-HMD68-ETN-ID-S Communications success rate for Mounting interval measurement Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 115 cm 105 cm...
  • Page 346 Appendices V780-HMD68-EIP-EU/V780-HMD68-ETN-EU-S Communications success rate for Mounting interval measurement Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 100% 115 cm 105 cm 85 cm 65 cm 45 cm 25 cm V780-HMD68-EIP-RU/V780-HMD68-ETN-RU-S Communications success rate for Mounting interval measurement Reader/Writer 145 cm 100% 125 cm 100% 115 cm...

  • Page 347: Chemical Resistance Of The Reader/Writers

    Appendices A-6 Chemical Resistance of the Reader/Writers The case of a Reader/Writer is made from PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) resin and aluminum die- cast. Refer to the following lists and do not use chemicals that affect PBT resin and aluminum diecast. Applicable Model V780-HMD68-EIP-/V780-HMD68-EIP--S ...

  • Page 348: For Customers Using Reader/Writer Earlier Than Firmware Ver.4.00

    Appendices A-7 For customers using Reader/Writer earlier than firmware Ver.4.00. A-7-1 Operating environment when using a web browser. The system requirements to use the Web browser are as follows: • Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 with Internet Explorer 8 or higher •...

  • Page 349: A-7-2 Cannot Display The Web Browser Operation Window

    Problem When the Web browser Reader/Writer interface is used to display the Web operation window, the OMRON logo is displayed and an error message is displayed instead of the operation menu. A - 31 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP...
  • Page 350 Appendices Solution Check the message that appears when you try to start the Web browser interface, and then perform the corresponding procedure. START Is the bit version of refer to Java installation on Is the message in Java consistent with page A-33.
  • Page 351 Appendices Java installation Install Java bit version (64-bit or /32-bit) decided by the following flow. START How to check the bit version of Windows 7. 1. Click Start menu and select Computer. 2. Click Properties from the displayed item. 3. In the System window, system type display the bits version of 32-bit operating system or 64-bit operating system.
  • Page 352 Appendices Java Security Settings (1) Open the Control Panel and click the Java Icon. (2) Click the Security Tab and change the security level from High to Medium. * If the security settings are not displayed, refer to Java Security Settings Are Not Displayed on page A-35.
  • Page 353 Appendices Java Security Settings Are Not Displayed This section describes the countermeasure when the exception site list is not displayed and operation is not possible. If the tab page to change Java security settings does not appear and you cannot change the settings when you select the Security Tab in step 2 of the procedure in Countermeasure for Security Settings, use the following procedure.
  • Page 354 Appendices Register Trusted Site (1) Open the Web browser, click the Tools menu and select Internet Options. (2) Click the Security tab, select Trusted sites and click Sites button. (3) In the Add this Web site to the zone box, enter the IP address of the target Reader/Writer, and then click Add.
  • Page 355 Appendices Countermeasures for Other Problems (1) Open the Control Panel and click the Java Icon. (2) Click the Settings Button in the Temporary Internet Files Area on the General Tab Page. A - 37 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 356 Appendices (3) Select the Keep temporary files on my computer Check Box and click the Delete Files Button. (4) Click the OK Button. (5) When the files have been deleted, click the OK Button and close all windows. Then, restart the Web browser and connect to the Amplifier Unit again.
  • Page 357 Index I - 1 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 358 Index Index access password ............6-28 Gen2 session ............... 6-28 advanced settings ............8-9 general specifications ............. 1-6 Attachment ............1-16, 4-4 getting and clearing the system error log ..... 6-37 Auto ................6-9 getting and setting time information ......6-36 getting the command error log ........
  • Page 359 Index Reader/Writer ..............4-2 User area ..............6-16 Reader/Writer controls ..........6-20 utilities ..............6-48, 8-16 Reader/Writer Number ..........6-59 Reader/Writer settings ..........6-23 reading device information ..........6-36 reception level monitor ........6-51, 8-19 V780-A-JIME-Z3BLI-10 ..........1-15 recommended power supply .........1-14 V780-A-TA-133-10 ............1-16 Repeat ................6-13 V780-HMD68-EIP-JP ............1-8 RESET FOCUS ............6-21 resetting ................6-20 RF communications conditions (advanced settings) ..6-27...
  • Page 360 Index I - 4 UHF RFID System V780-series Reader/Writer User’s Manual (EtherNet/IP ) (Z402)
  • Page 362 Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 U.S.A. Tel: (31) 2356-81-300 Fax: (31) 2356-81-388 Tel: (1) 847-843-7900 Fax: (1) 847-843-7787 ©OMRON Corporation 2015-2022 All Rights Reserved. OMRON ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD. OMRON (CHINA) CO., LTD. In the interest of product improvement, 438B Alexandra Road, #08-01/02 Alexandra Room 2211, Bank of China Tower, specifications are subject to change without notice.

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