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Chapter 1 — About the IP2L Features

IP2L Snap-On LF/UHF RFID Reader User Guide

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RFID Tag Read Positions

The IP2L can read and write to UHF tags up 18 in (45.1 cm) away and 
LF tags at 1 in (2.2 cm) away. The read range for UHF tags depends on 
the way you hold the computer when you attempt to read or write to a 
tag. Use this section to learn how to optimally hold the IP2L to read 
and write to your RFID tags.

45.7 cm (18 in) Read Range When Held In This Position.

45.7 cm (18 in)

UHF tag

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Page 2: ...ct to change without prior notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Intermec Technologies Corporation 2013 by Intermec Technologies Corporation All rights reserved The word Intermec the...

Page 3: ...P2L Features 1 About the IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader 2 What You Need 3 Connect and Enable the RFID Reader 4 Remove the IP2L 6 Charge the Computer Battery 7 About the Status LEDs 8 RFID Tag Read Po...

Page 4: ...s iv IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide 3 Troubleshoot the RFID Reader 21 Call Product Support 22 Troubleshoot the IP2L 23 A About the IP2L 25 Physical Specifications 26 RFID Specifications 26...

Page 5: ...ded in this document is presented for reference only The code does not necessarily represent complete tested programs The code is provided as is with all faults All warranties are expressly disclaimed...

Page 6: ...uide provides you with information about the features of the IP2L and how to install configure operate maintain and troubleshoot it Before you work with the IP2L you should be familiar with your netwo...

Page 7: ...e its own product page click Support Manuals Use the Product Category the Product Family and Product to find your documentation Patent Information Product is covered by one or more of the following pa...

Page 8: ...Before You Begin viii IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide DRAFT...

Page 9: ...Before You Begin IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide ix DRAFT...

Page 10: ...Before You Begin x IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide DRAFT...

Page 11: ...1 1 About the IP2L Features This chapter introduces the IP2L for the CN70 and CN70e Use this chapter to learn about the basic features and functions of the IP2L RFID reader DRAFT...

Page 12: ...er User Guide About the IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader The IP2L snaps on to the bottom of your CN70 CN70e mobile computer and provides a high performance mobile RFID solution that allows you to read...

Page 13: ...n the computer the latest Microsoft Windows Mobile Operating System OS the latest Intermec firmware the SR13082101_RFID_CX70WM65_ALL CAB file a custom RFID application or the Intermec RFID Demo applic...

Page 14: ...de Connect and Enable the RFID Reader Connect the IP2L and enable the RFID reader before you start reading and writing to RFID tags 1 Connect the IP2L to the bottom of your mobile computer The IP2L sn...

Page 15: ...On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide 5 3 Tap RFID Enable RFID Service and select Enable RFID Service 4 Tap OK to save your changes 5 Tap Reader Model 6 Select IP2L Snap on LF UHF 7 Tap OK to save your cha...

Page 16: ...ut the IP2L Features 6 IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide Remove the IP2L When you are done using RFID remove the IP2L from the computer Press the two side release buttons together to remove t...

Page 17: ...asily be charged when the IP2L is connected to the computer Use one of the following charging accessories to charge computer battery when the IP2L is connected Charging the Computer with the IP2L Atta...

Page 18: ...icate RFID activity on your computer Location of the Status LEDs Status LED Descriptions Callout LED Color Description 1 Notification Amber The computer is searching for an RFID tag 2 Good Read Blinki...

Page 19: ...s up 18 in 45 1 cm away and LF tags at 1 in 2 2 cm away The read range for UHF tags depends on the way you hold the computer when you attempt to read or write to a tag Use this section to learn how to...

Page 20: ...t the IP2L Features 10 IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide 30 cm 12 in Read Range When Held In This Position 22 8 cm 9 in Read Range When Held In This Position 30 cm 12 in UHF tag 22 8 cm 9 in...

Page 21: ...bout the IP2L Features IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide 11 15 cm 6 in Read Range When Held In This Position 2 2 cm 1 in Read Range When Held In This Position 15 cm 6 in UHF tag 2 2 cm 1 in L...

Page 22: ...RFID tags connect the IP2L to the computer enable the IP2L 1 Open an RFID application 2 Press the Scan button on the computer The Notification LED turns on and the computer scans for RFID tags in the...

Page 23: ...13 2 Create and Use RFID Applications This chapter explains how you can use RFID applications and configure the IP2L DRAFT...

Page 24: ...it go to www intermec com Products Applications and Software Development Tools Developer Resource Kits Create Applications for the IP2L You must create an application for the IP2L before it can read a...

Page 25: ...ttings Configure the BRI Server to handle communications between your application and the RFID module 1 Go to Intermec Settings 2 Tap the RFID Application Connection 3 Configure the BRI Server setting...

Page 26: ...the area form interfering with one another This setting is equivalent to the DENSEREADERMODE or DRM BRI attribute LBT Channel Sets the default transmit channel of the available ETSI 302 208 channels W...

Page 27: ...m number of times the reader executes the identify algorithm before a response is returned to a Read or Write command In practice this is the number of times a tag ID attempt is made for the antenna T...

Page 28: ...efore a response is returned to a Read or Write command In practice this is the number of times a tag ID attempt is made for the antenna This setting is equivalent to the IDTRIES BRI attribute Initial...

Page 29: ...Chapter 2 Create and Use RFID Applications IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide 19 Session Enable Antenna Port 1 RFID Module Settings Descriptions continued Setting Description DRAFT...

Page 30: ...Chapter 2 Create and Use RFID Applications 20 IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide DRAFT...

Page 31: ...21 3 Troubleshoot the RFID Reader This chapter explains how to troubleshoot the IP2L RFID reader DRAFT...

Page 32: ...Intermec Product Support at 1 800 755 5505 Before you Call Product Support have this information ready Configuration number CN and serial number SN Operating system version Power management settings W...

Page 33: ...uses a linear antenna It can only read a tag s antenna which is oriented in the same way as the IP2L antenna A tag s antenna is oriented the same as the IP2L antenna if the tag element is parallel to...

Page 34: ...Chapter 3 Troubleshoot the RFID Reader 24 IP2L Snap On LF UHF RFID Reader User Guide DRAFT...

Page 35: ...25 A About the IP2L This appendix contains specifications for the IP2L RFID reader DRAFT...

Page 36: ...rmance reader antenna gain reader output power and environmental conditions Length 63 8 mm 2 51 in Width 79 5 mm 3 13 in Thickness 34 mm 1 34 in Electrical rating x 4 37 V 2 A 4 8 V 1 5 A Operating te...

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