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- Page 1 F7.f7.4 USER MANUAL Revision 1.0 RS430 Portable Stick Reader with NFC feature...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Bluetooth management ............................. 17 Read settings ................................18 General settings ................................20 SCR by Allflex ................................22 About the reader ................................. 22 Connect the reader to a PC ............................. 23 Using USB interface ..............................23 Using serial interface ..............................23 ®... - Page 3 Limited Product Warranty .............................. 33 Regulatory Information ..............................33 USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ...................... 33 Canada - Industry Canada (IC) ............................. 34 Miscellaneous Information ............................34 Trademarks ................................. 35 Apple - Legal Notice ..............................35 Regulatory Compliance ..............................35 Allflex Offices .................................. 36...
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Page 4: Description
Description The RS430NFC reader is a rugged portable hand-held scanner and telemeter for Electronic Identification (EID) ear tags specifically designed for livestock applications with SCR cSense™ or eSense™ Flex Tags (see chapter “What is an cSense™ or eSense™ Flex Tag?”). The reader fully complies with ISO standards ISO11784 / ISO11785 for FDX-B and HDX technologies and ISO 15693 for SCR cSense™... - Page 5 Figure 1 - Reader features and user interface. Table 2 – Reader features and description of use Item Feature Description of use Antenna Emits activation signal and receives RFID tag signal (LF and HF). Fiberglass Tube Enclosure Rugged and watertight enclosure. Audible beeper Beeps once on first tag reading and 2 short beeps for repeat.
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Page 6: Operation
Operation Getting Started It is necessary to first fully charge the Battery Pack as described below and to have a few electronic identification ear tags or implants available for testing. It is very important to carry out the three steps described in this section before using the reader (see “Battery handling instructions Battery handling instructions”... -
Page 7: Power On / Off Instructions
Plug the adapter into a power outlet. The battery icon indicates the battery pack is in charge with the bars flashing inside the icon. It also gives the battery charge level. The battery icon will remain in a fix state when charging has finished. -
Page 8: Reading An Eid Ear Tag
Reading an EID Ear Tag Scanning animals Place the device near the animal identification tag to be read, then press the green button to activate the reading mode. The screen backlight switches on and the red light will be flashing. During the reading mode, move the reader along the animal to scan the ear tag ID. -
Page 9: Read Range Performances
Note 4 ▪ Two short beeps and a short vibration mean that the reader has previously read the tag in the current session. ▪ A beep/vibration of medium duration means that the reader has read a new tag which has NOT been previously read during the current session ▪... -
Page 10: Tips For Efficient Reading
Tips for efficient reading Tag reader efficiency is often linked with reading distance. The device's read distance performance may be affected by the following factors: ▪ Tag orientation: See Figure 2. ▪ Tag quality: It is normal to find that many common tags from different manufacturers have different read range performance levels. -
Page 11: Data Entry
Note 7 – icon informs that a comparison session is currently active. The comparison session is displayed between “> <” symbols (ex: “>My List<”). Note 8 – icon informs that alerts are currently enabled. Note 9 – Comparison sessions can be uploaded into the reader using EID Tag Manager PC software or any third-party software implementing this feature. -
Page 12: Reading A Csense™ Or Esense™ Flex Tags
Scanning animals and assign Flex Tag Before to read, select in the menu (see Menu 17 - Menu “SCR by Allflex”), the assignment operation, then place the device close to the animal identification ear tag to be read, then press the green button in order to activate the reading mode. - Page 13 The buzzer and the vibrator will sound and/or vibrate with every scan. Note 16 – Refer to chapter “Reading an EID Ear Tag” to know how read efficiently EID ear tag. Figure 3 - Tag assignment and unassignment 11:06 Allflex RS420 Assignm... TOTAL 0000 00218...
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Page 14: Read Range Performances
Read range performances Figure 4 illustrates the reading zone of the reader, within which Flex Tags can be successfully detected and read. Optimum read distance occurs depending on the orientation of the tag. Flex Tags read best when positioned as shown below. Figure 4 - Optimum Read Distance - Tag Orientation Item Legend... -
Page 15: Managing The Menu
Back Return to the main screen Menu Session Enter into the session management sub-menu (see Menu 2) << Back SCR by Allflex Enter into the SCR’s tag management sub-menu (see Session > Menu 17). SCR by Allflex > Bluetooth settings >... - Page 16 Note 22 – Each ID code is stored internally in the reader’s memory until the user erases the sessions after downloading them to a PC or other storage device, such as an USB stick. Note 23 – If enabled, the reader provides a time and date stamp for each identification number stored.
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Page 17: Bluetooth Management
® Bluetooth management Menu 6 - Menu “Bluetooth ” ® Item Sub-Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen On/Off Enable / Disable the Bluetooth® module. Select device Configure the reader in SLAVE mode or scan and list all Bluetooth® devices in the reader vicinity to configure the reader in MASTER mode. -
Page 18: Read Settings
Read settings Menu 8 - Menu “Read settings” Item Sub-Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen Comparison and Manage comparison and alerts settings (see Alerts Menu 9). Data entry Manage data entry feature (See Note 11 about data entry icon) Read time Adjust the scanning time (3s, 5s, 10s or continuous scanning) - Page 19 Menu 11 - Menu “Data entry” Item Sub- Definition Menu Back Return to the previous screen On/Off Enable / Disable data entry feature Select Select one or several data entry list(s) (up to 3 list selectable) data list to be used to associate data entry with the tag read Menu 12 - Menu “Counter mode”...
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Page 20: General Settings
General settings Menu 14 - Menu “general settings” Item Sub-Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen General settings Profiles Recall a profile saved in the reader. By default, the factory Back settings can be reloaded. Profiles > Quick action Attribute a second feature to the black button (see Quick action >... - Page 21 Allflex Select the protocol used by ALLFLEX’S readers RS320 and RS320 RS340 RS340 Note 32 – All commands of ALLFLEX’S reader are implemented but some features are not implemented.
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Page 22: Scr By Allflex
SCR by Allflex Menu 17 - Menu “SCR by Allflex” Item Sub-Menu Definition Back Return to the previous screen SCR by Allflex New tag assignment or tag unassignment in a session. Open Open and select one of the stored sessions Back New... -
Page 23: Connect The Reader To A Pc
Connect the reader to a PC This section is meant to describe how to connect the reader to a smartphone or to a personal computer (PC). The device can connect in 3 ways: a wired USB connection, a wired RS-232 connection, or by a wireless Bluetooth®... -
Page 24: Using Bluetooth ® Interface
The RS-232 serial interface comprises a 3-wire arrangement with a DB9F connector, and consists of transmit (TxD/pin 2), receive (RxD/pin 3), and ground (GND/pin 5). This interface is factory configured with the default settings of 9600 bits/second, no parity, 8 bits/1 word, and 1 stop bit (“9600N81”). -
Page 25: Bluetooth ® - Known Successful Methods
Note 41 – when the Bluetooth is connected with the HID profile, the reader can use in virtual keyboard with computer or tablet. If you are using a smartphone or a PDA, an application is required (not supplied). Your software supplier will explain how to connect the PDA. Note 42 - We advise that to achieve successful Bluetooth®... -
Page 26: Reader To A Bluetooth Adapter Connected To A Pc, Or To A Bluetooth Enabled Pc Or Pda
The Bluetooth program should open a window within one minute showing all Bluetooth enabled devices in RS430 the area. Click on the device (the reader) you want to connect to and follow the steps provided by the program. -
Page 27: Reader To A Bluetooth Adapter Connected To A Scale Head, Or To A Bluetooth Enabled Device, Such As Scale Head Or Printer
The program may ask you to provide a “Pass Key” for the device. As noted in the following example, select the option “Let me choose my own passkey”. The default passkey for the reader is: 1234 The program will assign 2 communication ports for the reader. Most applications will use the outgoing port. -
Page 28: Connect The Reader To An Usb Flash Drive
Connect the reader to an USB flash drive USB adapter (ref. E88VE015) allows you to connect to an USB Flash Drive (Formatted in FAT). With this equipment, you can import and/or export sessions (see Note 26). The imported sessions must be a text file, named “tag.txt”. The first line of the file must be either EID or RFID or TAG. -
Page 29: Reader Power Instructions
Reader power instructions Note 47 - The reader is designed to operate only with the Battery Pack provided. The reader will not operate with individual battery cells of either disposable or rechargeable variety. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. -
Page 30: Accessories For The Reader
Warning 1. Do not immerse the battery in water. 2. Keep the battery in a cool dry environment during storage periods. 3. Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source such as fire or heater. 4. When recharging, use only the battery charger from manufacturer. 5. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING ◼ EAR TAG NOT DETECTED: ⚫ Verify that RS430NFC is able to read test ear tag provided on key chain. ⚫ Confirm that scanning is being performed away from metal objects and computer equipment, including metal collars and metal tags and away from stainless steel table. ⚫... -
Page 32: Specifications
Specifications General Norms ISO 11784 and full ISO 11785 for FDX-B and HDX tags ISO 15693 for cSense™ or eSense™ Flex Tags User interface Graphical display 128x128 dots 2 keys Buzzer and Vibrator Serial port, USB port and Bluetooth® module USB interface CDC class (Serial emulation) and HID class Bluetooth®... -
Page 33: Reader Physical Integrity
Reader physical integrity The device has been built from rugged and durable materials to withstand use in harsh environments for long periods of time. However, the reader contains electronic components that can be damaged if they are deliberately exposed to extreme abuse. This damage can adversely affect, or stop the reader's operation. -
Page 34: Canada - Industry Canada (Ic)
This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCC’s radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, follow the instructions below: (1) This transmitter must not be co-located or operating with any other antenna or transmitter; (2) Avoid direct contact to the antenna or keep contact to a minimum while using this equipment. -
Page 35: Trademarks
FCC: NQY-30020 / NQY-30023 IC: 4246A-30020 / 4246A-30023 Declaration of conformity ALLFLEX EUROPE S.A.S. hereby declares that the radio equipment type RS430NFC complies with the directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:... -
Page 36: Allflex Offices
Fax: +44 (0) 1450 364121 Fax: +55 (47) 3451-0524 www.allflex.co.uk www.allflex.com.br Allflex Argentina Beijing Allflex Plastic Products Co. Ltd. CUIT N° 30-70049927-4 No. 2-1, the west side of Tongda Road, Pte. Luis Saenz Peña 2002 Dongmajuan Town, Wuqing District, Tianjin 1135 Constitución - Caba...
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