Summary of Contents for Technology Solutions 3166
- Page 1 USER GUIDE: 3166 BLUETOOTH RAIN RFID UHF READER ® www.tsl.com Design • Development • Manufacture...
- Page 2 Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of ® such marks by Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENT Introduction Parts of the 3166 UHF Reader Technical Specifications Using the 3166 UHF Reader Removing/Installing the Battery Charging and USB Connection Button Operation Reading Transponders Status LEDs Connections USB Connection Bluetooth wireless technology connection Comparison of Bluetooth Operating Modes... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Technology Solutions’ 3166 UHF Reader provides Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), with optional barcode scanning functionality. The unit can be used stand alone or paired with a Bluetooth ® wireless technology enabled host device. It can be used with UHF transponders including the EPC Global Class 1 Generation 2 transponders. -
Page 5: Technical Specifications
Artificial lighting can affect scanning performance Open field Antenna: Circularly Polarised. February 2024 (These technical specifications are taken from the 3166 Datasheet v1.02.pdf - 20 February 2024) Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 Datasheet v1.02 Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd... -
Page 6: Using The 3166 Uhf Reader
Remove the ‘Battery Cover’ using the finger holes and then pull on the ‘Battery Pull Tab’ to slide the battery out ‘Battery Pull Tab’ Battery Cover Figure 2: Battery Removal Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... - Page 7 To install the battery, first orientate the battery so that the electrical contacts on the battery line up with the contacts inside the 3166 battery cavity. Slide the battery into the battery cavity, then replace the Battery Cover. Make sure that the ‘Battery Pull Tab’...
- Page 8 Locate ‘Battery Cover Screw’ Lightly rotate the ‘Battery Cover Screw’ clockwise until the padlock symbol meets the arrow. Do not over- tighten or you will risk damaging the seal. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10...
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Page 9: Charging And Usb Connection
Kit includes the dock, a power supply unit and a Mini USB cable. A separately purchased IEC mains cable is also required. The Mini USB cable and power cable are inserted into the 3166 Docking Station in the orientation shown below. -
Page 10: Button Operation
BUTTON OPERATION The 3166 UHF Reader has a Primary button action and a Secondary button action which can be initiated by different button clicks: By default, the Primary action scans for UHF transponders, whilst the Secondary action initiates the barcode scanner (Barcode scanning is only available with the 2D Imager Antenna variant). Which operation is performed depends on the way in which the button is pressed. -
Page 11: Reading Transponders
RFID transponders can be read when they are in range of the antenna. The antenna is located on the front of the 3166 UHF Reader. The range at which a transponder can be read depends on the transponder type and size, and the number of transponders in the field. -
Page 12: Status Leds
Off - The reader is not awake Flashing - Reader is awake but there is no connection On - Reader is awake and connected to a host Figure 7: Location of Status LEDs Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... -
Page 13: Connections
Version 3 over USB. ● If the 3166 Reader is placed into the charge cradle whilst a device is attached to the ePop-Loq, the USB data connection will be disconnected, and both the 3166 Reader and the attached device will charge. -
Page 14: Bluetooth Wireless Technology Connection
The Memor 10 will use the USB data connection when not in the charging cradle. Note that USB data connection to the 3166 requires a custom application that supports TSL ASCII2 Protocol Version 3 over USB. N.B. The USB connector on the charging cradle is always available when the 3166 is docked. BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION... -
Page 15: Comparison Of Bluetooth Operating Modes
All reader activity, by default, is saved to a log file if an All reader activity, by default, is saved to a log file if an SD-Card is fitted. SD-card is fitted. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... -
Page 16: Changing The Bluetooth Operating Mode
Connect the UHF reader to the computer using the supplied USB cable. ● The driver should install automatically (*) ● The downloader should prompt as the com port arrives and select the com port automatically (“COMn arrived”) Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... - Page 17 The serial number of the UHF Reader ● The Firmware version of the UHF Reader ● The step at which the procedure failed ● A description of the fault that occurred Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10...
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Page 18: Setting Up A Bluetooth Connection With An Apple Product
SETTING UP A BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH AN APPLE PRODUCT Awaken the 3166 UHF Reader by squeezing the trigger, which is confirmed by the flashing of the blue LED. To pair with your iOS device, navigate to the Bluetooth option within the Settings menu on your iOS device. - Page 19 BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION www.tsl.com Pair with TSL Bluetooth Device In the list of Bluetooth devices, the 3166 UHF reader will be identified by its serial number (3166-xxxxxx). Click on the corresponding row to pair with the reader. iPad iPhone ®...
- Page 20 If the ‘No devices are available’ message in Figure 25 appears, you can also connect to a device through the RFID Explorer app. Press the + sign presented in the top right corner of the Select Reader section/screen. iPad iPhone ® ® Figure 16: No devices are available Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10...
- Page 21 BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION www.tsl.com This will open a ‘Select An Accessory’ dialog box. There may be a small delay in loading available readers. Once the available readers have loaded select the 3166 UHF reader. iPad iPhone ® ® Figure 17: Select the Reader to use A list of compatible and currently paired Bluetooth devices will appear.
- Page 22 Write’, ‘Commands’ and ‘Find a Tag’ features can now be explored. To maximise battery life it is recommended to release the 3166 UHF Reader from its Bluetooth connection if the reader is not to be used for a significant period of time.
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Page 23: Embedded Sd Card
‘.iv’ will use the modified output power. The Autorun file can be manually created on the card before it is inserted into the 3166 or the ASCII2 command Write Command to Autorun File ‘.wa’ can be used. The Read Autorun File ‘.ra’ can be used to read back the contents of the Auto Run file or delete the file from the card. - Page 24 CS: .al –dlon DT: 2023-09-18T09:19:22 EV: Sleep DT: 2023-09-18T10:07:42 EV: Wake up DT: 2023-09-18T10:07:42 EV: Connected USB CS: .al –dlon CS: .iv LCMD 000000 -qss0 –qta EP: 330DE29525C0210005F5F8F2 EP: 221001500000000000000027 Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10...
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Page 25: Software Development
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT To make full use of the functionality of the 3166 UHF Reader, a customised software application will be required. The new 3166 Bluetooth Rugged RAIN RFID UHF Reader incorporates TSL’s unique ASCII2 Protocol Version 3 for ®... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
For trouble-free service please observe the following tips when using the 3166 UHF Reader: ● Protect the 3166 UHF Reader from temperature extremes. Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day, and keep it away from heat sources. -
Page 27: Regulatory Information
Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product is kept as far as possible from the user body or the device is set to a lower output power if such function is available. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... -
Page 28: Canadian Warning Statements
être conservé aussi loin que possible du corps de l’utilisateur ou que le dispositif est réglé sur la puissance de sortie la plus faible si une telle fonction est disponible. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... -
Page 29: Battery Information
There are limits on how long a battery can operate or be in storage before replacement is required. The life cycle of a battery can be affected by factors such as heat, cold, harsh environments and impacts or drops. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... -
Page 30: Health And Safety Recommendations
Power Supply Use only TSL-approved cradles, chargers and power supplies with the 3166 UHF Reader. Use of an alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device, void the warranty for the product and may be dangerous. -
Page 31: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)
TSL during manufacture of the Product. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10... - Page 32 TSL shall not be responsible for any injury, damage or loss of whatever kind caused directly or indirectly by the goods whether as a result of their manufacture, operation, use or otherwise and the customer shall indemnify TSL from any claim arising from any loss suffered by any third party. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd 3166 User Guide V1.10...
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Page 33: About
100 countries. HID is an ASSA ABLOY Group brand. For more information, visit www.hidglobal.com. Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd reserves the right to change its products, specifications and services at any time without notice. Copyright © 2024 Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd...
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