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Tag reading techniques 

Using proper tag reading techniques helps ensure that the Tracking Pad 
reads all

 

the tags on the items. 

 

Centering tags 

When you place items on the Tracking Pad, each 
item’s tag should be roughly in the center of the pad.  

  

When applying tags to file folders, make sure 
that you follow the tag-placement guidelines 
that instruct you to stagger (alternate) tag 
placement to help avoid direct overlapping of 
tags. See the user documentation delivered 
with your system. 

 

Reading multiple items 

When using the Tracking Pad to read multiple items, 
you may occasionally encounter a situation where 
the tags directly overlap each other, making it 
difficult for the Tracking Pad to read them. To help 
avoid this situation: 

 

Fan (separate) the tagged portion of the items 
and place the tagged portion of the folders in the 

center

 of the Tracking Pad so that all the tags 

are read (see Figure 2).  

   

When reading multiple items, make sure that 
all the tags are within the Tracking Pad’s read 
range. 

 

Alternatively, you can read each item separately.  

 

Verifying tag reading  

Most software packages used with the Tracking Pad 
provide both audible and visual indication of the 
number of tags read by the Tracking Pad. 
For example, if you place three items on the 
Tracking Pad, you should hear three sounds and the 
interface software should indicate that three tags 
were read.  

 

Refer to the software user guide delivered with 
your system for more information on using 
audible and visual verification of tag reading. 

 
 

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Note

To read all items, you 

may have to slowly 
move the tagged 
portions of the items 
through the center of 
the pad.

Fan (separate) the tagged portion 

of the items so the tags do not 
directly overlap each other.

In this example, the 
tags are attached

inside the folders, 

Place the tagged

portion of the 
items in the center 
of the tracking pad.

 

Figure 2: Fan multiple items to make sure that 
their tags do not directly overlap each other. 

Summary of Contents for 870

Page 1: ...RFID Tracking Pad Model 770 and Model 870 Owners Manual 3M Security Systems Division 3M Center Building 225 4N 14 St Paul Minnesota 55144 1000 78 8123 7965 5 Rev B...

Page 2: ...2003 2005 3M All rights reserved 3M is a trademark of 3M 3M RFID Tracking Pad Owners Manual 78 8123 7965 5 Rev B...

Page 3: ...Installing the 3M RFID Tracking Pad 8 Step 1 Install Tracking Pad software on your computer 8 Step 2 Determine the optimal placement for the 3M RFID Tracking Pad and the 3M RFID Reader 8 Step 3 Conne...

Page 4: ......

Page 5: ...ease read and observe all safety information and instructions in this manual If you are unsure about any part of this installation or of the potential hazards discussed please contact your supervisor...

Page 6: ...afety message The signal words and symbols and their meanings are shown below In addition to the symbols and words explained previously each safety message Identifies the hazard Describes what you can...

Page 7: ...ility of Repetitive Stress Injury avoid prolonged repetitive movements rest when becoming fatigued and when possible alternate job functions with other people It is recommended that the user avoid awk...

Page 8: ...sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 Thi...

Page 9: ...ules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause...

Page 10: ...h Tracking Pad software the unit can track monitor and assist in locating various items equipped with RFID Tags Tracking Pad components The Tracking Pad includes the following components 3M RFID Track...

Page 11: ...FID Tracking Pad Dimensions Length 8 5 in 21 6 cm Width 8 5 in 21 6 cm Height 0 4 in 1 0 cm Read range At least 8 in 20 3 cm with the tag in the center of the Tracking Pad Metal surfaces within two in...

Page 12: ...ose as 1 0 in 2 5 cm to a metal surface This will reduce the Tracking Pad s read range Place the Tracking Pad close enough to the computer so that the user can hear the verification sounds The compute...

Page 13: ...ng Pad cable will reduce the Tracking Pad s read range 4 Plug the power transformer cable into the RFID Reader and tighten the threaded nut to secure it 5 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the p...

Page 14: ...application CAUTION To reduce the risks associated with repeated body movement which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Operation of the Tracking Pad may involve repeated body move...

Page 15: ...ying tag reading Most software packages used with the Tracking Pad provide both audible and visual indication of the number of tags read by the Tracking Pad For example if you place three items on the...

Page 16: ...f the communications light is not ON Make sure that the Tracking Pad software delivered with your system is installed and running on your computer Check the Tracking Pad software to make sure that the...

Page 17: ...using the correct tag reading techniques See Figure 2 on page 11 The 3M RFID Tracking Pad does not always read all the tags placed on the Tracking Pad What to check 1 Make sure that you are not tryin...

Page 18: ...telephone Write down the Tracking Pad s serial number located on the bottom of the Tracking Pad Be ready to describe the problem and any error messages in detail 3M Service telephone numbers For any q...

Page 19: ...racking Pad The Tracking Pad may need occasional cleaning Gently rub the Tracking Pad with a soft cloth dampened with a mild cleaning solution DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners on the Tracking Pad DO N...

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