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Allflex AFX-100 User Manual

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AFX-100 Reader
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EID_UM_1000109_AFX100M1.6_US

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  • Page 1 AFX-100 Reader User Manual EID_UM_1000109_AFX100M1.6_US...
  • Page 2 EID_UM_1000109_AFX100M1.6_US...
  • Page 4 Allflex TD implants and Destron Fearing BT implants. In addition to its tag reading functions, the AFX-100 Reader can store up to 1800 IDs, each associated with a time/date stamp, in its internal memory and transmit them to a personal computer via an USB interface or an optional Bluetooth®...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS General Norms: Full ISO 11784 and full ISO 11785 including annex C for FDX-A (Destron, Trovan and encrypted Avid), FDX-B and HDX. Special feature: Temperature scanning with TD and BT implants User interface: Graphical display 128x64 dots 2 keys Buzzer and Vibrator USB port and optional Bluetooth®...
  • Page 6  USB cable.  AFX-100 Reader CD-ROM and Bluetooth® CD-ROM. o AFX-100 CD-ROM contains the User Manual, the AFX-100 USB driver, the protocol specifications and the demo software o Bluetooth® CD-ROM contains the driver and the applications related to the USB Bluetooth®...
  • Page 7 The Figure 4 shows the charge connector and the USB connector used to connect the reader to a personal computer. Charge connector USB connector Figure 4 - View of the connectors.

  • Page 8: Preparing For Use

    The battery charge can be realized at a temperature between +10° and +40°C. It is very important to carry out the following three steps before using the AFX-100 Reader. Step 1: Installing the battery pack in the AFX-100 Reader Remove the battery cover Connect the battery to the connector...
  • Page 9 Step 2: Trickle charging the battery pack. Charge the battery  Plug the power cord into the reader, then plug the adapter into a power outlet  The battery icon changes to charging starts. 0 0 : 0 0 A L L F L E X A F X - 1 0 0 0 1 / 0 1 / 2 0 0 1 R e a d...
  • Page 10 Step 3: Activating the AFX-100 Reader and read test Activate the reader  Press one button to power-up the reader.  After the reader is powered-up – Press the button READ (button under the mention “READ” onto the display) to read an eartag or an implant.

  • Page 11: Reader Description

    READER DESCRIPTION 5.1 User interface The user interface comprises a graphical display protected by a transparent window and 2 keys which functions can be inverted by the user. 0 0 : 0 0 Configuration / state of the reader. A L L F L E X A F X - 1 0 0 0 1 / 0 1 / 2 0 0 1 Area for displaying ID...
  • Page 12 The display is divided in 3 areas: The top of the screen displays icons which represent the current configuration / state of the reader and the current time. Icons Name Description Battery Charge This icon will be used to show the approximate indicator charge level of the battery.
  • Page 13 5.2.2 Reading tags To read electronic eartags and implants with the AFX-100, press the button that mentions “READ” in the key bar (for example, according to figure below, the user has to press the left button), as a result the screen backlight switches on.
  • Page 14 5.2.3 Reading Temperature Detection implants To read TD® implants with the AFX-100, follow instructions described in the previous chapter “5.2.2 - Reading tags”. When an EID TD implant is successfully read, the tag’s ID code information and the temperature measured by the implant appear on the LCD readout (see below). The ID code and the temperature are automatically stored in the reader’s internal memory along...
  • Page 15 5.3 Pet Reader Power Supply 5.3.1 Power Source Requirements The AFX-100 Reader contains a 7.2VDC – 700mAh NiMH rechargeable battery pack, which serves as its primary power source. Alternately, the pet reader can be powered:  From its external wall Adapter/Charger, ...
  • Page 16 Note 9 - Unplug the wall adapter when the reader is connected to a personal computer by its USB cable. AC Adapter - The AFX-100 Reader can be powered using its AC Adapter/Charger regardless of the charge state of the Battery Pack. The AC Adapter can be used as a power source even if the Battery Pack has been removed from the Pet Reader.
  • Page 17 5.4 USB connection 5.4.1 USB cable The AFX-100 reader uses an USB cable to connect the reader to a computer. Once the cable is connected, the icon is displayed. 5.4.2 USB interface The reader is equipped with a mini USB connector on the side of the reader.
  • Page 18 5.8.1 Screen upon activation (if power-up) To turn on the AFX-100 Reader, only with the battery pack charged and installed, press one of the buttons, the screen backlight will switch on.
  • Page 19 5.8.2 Navigation in the menus The Figure 7 shows menu tree options from the welcome screen. Main MENU screen Memory Status Send All ID’s READ Clear Memory Bluetooth On / Off Search device Cancel Pairing Settings Vibrator Buzzer Keypad Temperature Language Set Date/ Date/Time...
  • Page 20 5.8.3 Initial screen 0 0 : 0 0 A F X - 1 0 0 0 1 / 0 1 / 2 0 0 1 R e a d M e n u Figure 8 – View of Initial Screen By pressing “READ”...
  • Page 21 5.8.6 Bluetooth Menu 0 0 : 0 0 B l u e t o o t h O f f S e a r c h d e v i c e C a n c e l p a i r i n g B a c k Figure 11 –...
  • Page 22 5.8.8 Reader infos Menu 0 0 : 0 0 R e a d e r i n f o s C x x x - y y y y F W : 0 . 5 0 H W : 1 . 0 0 P R : 1 .

  • Page 23: Using Usb

    To make USB operate, you need to connect the reader with a PDA (hand held computer) or a computer. If you are using a PDA or computer you will require a driver (supplied by Allflex). For Windows XP: At the connection of the reader with its USB cable to a computer, Windows starts the device management.
  • Page 24 For Windows 7: At the connection of the reader with its USB cable to a computer, Windows starts the device management.
  • Page 25 Open the panel for the peripheral and printer management. Then follow the screens below. Right click on the icon and select “properties”.
  • Page 27 When the installation of the driver is finished, the number of the serial port COM appears after the product name.

  • Page 28: Using Bluetooth

    Bluetooth® dongle that is attached to a scale head (as shown below). If you are using a PDA or computer you will require software (Not supplied by Allflex). Your software supplier will explain how to connect the PDA, or your computer to the Allflex Reader.
  • Page 29 AFX-100 with Bluetooth® module in the peripheral list and connect it. You have to add an outgoing port that makes a connection to the AFX-100 device with Bluetooth® module. Follow the steps described in the links above.

  • Page 30: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory information USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.

  • Page 31: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance ISO 11784 & 11785 This device complies with the standards set forward by the International Standardization Organization. Specifically with standards 11784: Radio frequency identification of animals -- Code Structure 11785: Radio frequency identification of animals -- Technical Concept. FCC NQY-30001 IC 4246A-30001 CE Marking...
  • Page 33 Allflex Offices Allflex UK Ltd. Allflex Europe S. A. Unit 6 - 8 Galalaw Business Park ZI DE Plague HAWICK Route des Eaux United Kingdom 35502 Vitre, France TD9 8PZ Téléphone/Phone: 33 (0)2 99 75 77 00. Phone: 44 (0) 1450 364120 Télécopieur/Fax: 33 (0)2 99 75 77 64...

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