Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Biomark HPR and HPR Plus Reader User Manual Manual Version 0.2.01 To Suit Software Version: 1.04 705 S. 8th Street, Boise, Idaho 83702, USA www.biomark.com...
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Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressively approved by Aleis could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The following antennas are approved to be used with this device: Biomark Handheld 7" Loop Antenna, Model number HPR-ANT Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Consequently, it is the most capable and versatile reader available today for this purpose. The HPR Reader is well suited to handheld field use, and bench top use. The HPR Plus Reader contains additional features to facilitate standalone remote monitoring applications.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Illustrated Diagram Tag Reading Status & Tag Reading Mode Light Sensor & Serial # Current File & Number Battery Level & of Tags Within Charging Status Current and Previous GPS Signal Read Tag Numbers...
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual USB OTG DC Input Antenna Reader Connectors Folding Desk Stand Attached Loop Antenna Page 7 of 41...
4. Hard-shell Protective remote monitoring case/enclosure 1.4 Care and Maintenance While the HPR Reader has been designed to be as rugged and durable as possible, please observe the following points to ensure your Reader provides many years of trouble free service: ...
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 2 Getting Started Switching the Reader On and Off The unit can be powered on by any of the following methods: 1. Connecting the unit to the AC Adapter 3. Holding the OK button for more than 1 second.
Reader may result in poor read range of tags due to noise. DC Power Input Cable is an available accessory item from Biomark. NOTE: It is possible to configure the cut-off voltage for the DC input via the settings menu.
Using the GPS Receiver The HPR Plus Reader is able to store location information (latitude and longitude) along with each tag read, this is known as “geotaging.” Geotagging can be turned on or off in the settings menu, please refer to Section 3. When using this feature, be sure that the unit has a valid GPS lock;...
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Configuring the Reader The Main Menu can be accessed by pressing the left hand “soft-key” labeled MENU on the home screen. From here, pressing the corresponding arrow keys allows for fast navigation through the menus.
Reader to a PC. It is useful for Readers to have different IDs when more than one Reader is used at a time. The Reader ID also forms part of the Bluetooth name, e.g. HPR-XX, where XX is the Reader ID.
3.1.2 Diagnostics The Diagnostic Settings menu allows the user to configure parameters relating to alarms and diagnostic reports. Not all information is reported with HPR Reader. Diagnostics Settings Send Communications – send diagnostic messages to the selected device (e.g. battery low, memory full, low antenna current, etc.).
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 3.1.3 Memory The Memory Settings menu allows the user to configure parameters associated with tag reading and data storage. Not all parameters are available with HPR Reader. Memory Settings Tag Type – Selects which tag types to read (FDX-B and/or HDX) ...
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Profiles The Reader settings can be saved into “profiles” for loading at a later time. Keeping several settings “profiles” stored on the reader allows speedy reconfiguration of the settings for different applications. Profiles Menu Save This function saves the current settings into memory.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 4 Reading Tags 4.1 Reading RFID tags with the Reader Upon starting up, the Reader will resume the last state it was in, i.e. Reading or Standby. Reading can be started and stopped by pushing the "READ" button on the device.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 4.2 RF Settings & Diagnostics Detailed information and settings related to the Radio Frequency (RF) functions of the device are configured in the RF Menu screen. This is accessible from the Main Menu by pressing the down arrow key.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual The RF Menu allows the user to configure the following: 4.2.1 Tuning The HPR Plus allows for manual or auto tuning of the antenna. The HPR Plus Reader will continuously automatically tune the antenna for peak antenna current/voltage.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 4.4 Test Mode The "Test Mode" button will count the number of successful tag reads out of 100 tag reading cycles when a tag is present in the field. This is useful for testing the performance of an antenna setup.
It is also possible to “stream” live data via USB or Bluetooth. The Reader can be controlled remotely by commands received via USB or Bluetooth. *Biomark’s Terminal Application BioTerm is available on the Biomark website: http://www.biomark.com/contact_us/manuals___videos___applications/ 5.1 File Management Menu To access these features, select the “Files”...
The “Geo” box will be checked if valid GPS location information is available with this tag read. The detailed geotag information is visible when the file is downloaded. Feature only available in HPR Plus Reader. Page 22 of 41...
The “Copy to USB” action will become available in the file actions popup. Live data can also be streamed to the USB stick. When files are copied to the USB stick, they will be placed into a folder called "HPR." Page 23 of 41...
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual NOTE: When data is transferring between the reader and a USB drive, the USB icon will show a lock symbol. DO NOT remove the USB drive while the lock status symbol is showing. Failure to observe this procedure can result in loss or corruption of data from the USB drive.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 5.3 Command Interface It is possible to communicate with the reader remotely via Bluetooth, USB, or a USB-to-RS232 converter. The following is a list of the available commands: General Command Description Example Response Report Firmware Version '1.01'...
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Settings Command Description Example List all settings ST'id' Get current value of a setting set 2 2. Timezone = 0 hours S’id’’value’ Set the value of a setting set 2 -7 2. Timezone = -7 hours...
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 5.4 File Formats 5.4.1 Tag File Format Tag file entries are recorded in the following format: [TIMESTAMP] [READER ID] [RECORD TYPE] [*] [TAG NUMBER] [GPS CO-ORDINATES] Examples: Live Recorded (i.e. "streamed" data): 20-07-2012 11:46:28 01 TAG 3DD.003BA20748 20-07-2012 11:46:29 01 TAG 3DD.003BA20045...
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 6 Tools and Diagnostics The Reader has built in diagnostic tools that can aid in troubleshooting or logging of the operating parameters. These features are accessed by selecting the “Tools” menu from the Main Menu.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Reports To access the built in diagnostic reporting tools available with the HPR Plus, select the “Reports” menu from the “Tools” menu. There are four types of reports accessible from this menu. When a report is run, the results of the report are shown on the screen and also recorded in the Reader’s log file.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 6.2.2 Status Report The Status Report provides a summary of current operating conditions and settings. It can be run manually at any time from the Reports menu, or through a command interface. It can also be configured to run automatically by setting the “Status Report Interval”.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 6.2.4 Alarms This is an information only screen listing all the alarms that have occurred and if the condition still persists. For transient conditions (e.g. high noise), the number of occurrences over time will be displayed. The presence of an Alarm is indicated by a yellow exclamation on the main screen.
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual The following table is a list of possible alarm messages: Alarm Problem High Temperature The internal temperature is over 70 °C. Battery Too Hot Charging has stopped because the battery is too hot, it must cool down below 60 °C before it can charge.
Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual 6.3 GPS Information The HPR Plus GPS screen will display the current status of the GPS receiver. GPS Information Screen The GPS icon will change from red to blue when a valid GPS lock is obtained.
Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer. The following message will appear on the screen of the HPR: Quickly press the Serial button on the HPR. . You have 10 seconds to press the Serial button or you will have to unplug the USB cable from the computer and plug it back in to get the message back again.
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). Click Next. Select Search for the best driver in these locations and Include this location in the search: Click the Browse button and select the Windows XP 32bit driver folder that you unzipped on your computer.
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual The Hardware Wizard will load the driver. When the New Hardware Wizard is complete, click Finish. Page 37 of 41...
Therefore, you need change the driver to the Biomark HPR Serial Emulator driver. Unzip the HPR Serial Emulator Drivers on your computer. Connect the USB cable to the HPR and turn it on. Plug the other end of the USB cable into an available USB port.
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Select Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. Click Have Disk…and browse to where the Windows 7 HPR Serial Emulator Driver is stored on your computer. Click OK and Next to update the driver...
Once the driver is updated, you will receive the following message. Click Close and you are done. Appendix B.3. Test Serial Connection in BioTerm Plug the USB cable into a USB port on your computer. The following message will appear on the screen of the HPR: Page 40 of 41...
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Biomark HPR and HPR Plus User Manual Quickly press the Serial button on the HPR. You have 10 seconds to press the Serial button or you will have to unplug the USB cable from the computer and plug it back in to get the message back again.
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