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SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader
Operating Instructions, 10/2013, J31069-D0191-U001-A6-7618

Software overview

7.1

Software applications

Two software applications are available to you in SIMATIC RF310M:

●

The RF310M software of the standalone product SIMATIC RF310M
The RF310M application program is primarily intended for use in the service and test

fields for reading and writing tags in RFID applications.

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The software "RF-MANAGER"
With the RF-MANAGER application software, the SIMATIC RF310M device becomes an

integral component of that of SIMATIC RF-MANAGER.
Data acquisition for the "RF-MANAGER" software is configured in the engineering system

of SIMATIC RF-MANAGER.
The software serves to acquire data and transfer it to SIMATIC RF-MANAGER.

7.2

Overview of possible applications

You can use the SIMATIC RF310M device in different ways:
As a standalone product or in combination with SIMATIC RF-MANAGER

Interfacing to SIMATIC RF-MANAGER with the software "RF-MANAGER"

Standalone product with

the RF310M software

Application mode "Remote"

Application mode "Mobile"

•

RF310M behaves like a stationary reader

•

The acquired data are only displayed and

transferred to RF-MANAGER

•

The acquired data cannot be modified

•

The acquired data is acknowledged

before being transferred to RF-

MANAGER. Data that has been

incorrectly scanned can be deleted.

•

All the tag data from the RFID chip can

also be displayed or edited depending

on the configuration in the engineering

system.

•

Acquisition of tag data

•

All editing functions are

permitted.

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Page 3: ...________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ SIMATIC Ident RFID Systems SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 Introduction 1 Safety information 2 Description 3 Power supply 4 Commissioning 5 Operation 6 Software overview 7 SIMATIC RF310M software 8 RF MANAGER RF310M software 9 Advanced functions 10 Troubleshooting 11 Maintenan...

Page 4: ...may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation in particular its warning notices and safety instructions Qualified personnel are those who based on their training and experience are capable of identifying risks and avoiding potential hazards when working with these products systems Proper use of Siemens products Note the following WA...

Page 5: ...Scope of supply 21 5 2 Switching the device on and off 22 5 3 Recommendations for first commissioning 22 5 3 1 Creating a back up copy 23 5 3 2 Changing the password for the operating system 23 5 3 3 Performing a back up 24 5 4 Basic settings in the operating system 24 5 4 1 Operating modes 24 5 4 2 Adjusting the acoustic signal volume 25 5 4 3 Set the backlighting of the screen 25 6 Operation 27 ...

Page 6: ...C RF310M application 51 8 6 2 Reader Status 53 8 6 3 Setting the language 54 8 6 4 Settings 54 8 7 The functions in the Help menu 57 9 RF MANAGER RF310M software 59 9 1 Prerequisites for working with the RF MANAGER RF310M software 59 9 1 1 Required components 59 9 1 2 Starting the RF MANAGER RF310M software 59 9 1 3 Preconditions for parameterization of the WLAN connection 60 9 1 4 Settings in the...

Page 7: ...AGER RF310M application 81 9 3 6 3 Reader Status 82 9 3 6 4 Setting the language 83 9 3 6 5 Settings 83 9 3 7 The functions in the Help menu 86 9 3 7 1 Overview of Help menu 86 10 Advanced functions 87 10 1 File storage on the SIMATIC RF310M 87 10 2 Data transfer between the PC and reader 88 10 2 1 Prerequisites 88 10 2 2 Working with ActiveSync or the synchronization center 88 10 2 3 Organization...

Page 8: ...Table of contents SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 8 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 A 5 Service Support 106 Glossary 109 Index 111 ...

Page 9: ...r information These instructions are a supplement to the User Manual of the basic device WORKABOUT PRO3 The documentation Workabout Pro3 Hand Held Computer C Version Quick Start Guide WORKABOUT PRO Hand Held Computer Regulatory Warranty Guide Microsoft Windows CE End User License Agreement PSION SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT and Information on Commissioning ships with the device Please note ...

Page 10: ...dition 12 2009 Second generation G2 of the basic device from PSION WA PRO G2 Expansion by ISO functionalities Expansion by SIMATIC RF MANAGER RF310M software New tag types 02 2011 Innovated basic unit 06 2011 Revision of the Operating Instructions 08 2013 Revision and expansion with the addition of the reader variant with an external antenna 10 2013 Revision of the Operating Instructions ...

Page 11: ...onal injury or equipment damage Therefore do not carry out repairs yourself Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel at the manufacturer s site See Chapter Repair Page 97 Battery WARNING There is the risk of an explosion if the battery is not replaced as directed Only replace by an identical battery or an equivalent type recommended by Psion WARNING Risk of explosion and r...

Page 12: ...on hazard when using a different charging station The danger of an explosion and severe personal injury exists if you do not use the original charging station Therefore only use the original charging station from PSION Proper disposal and recycling The HMI devices described in these Operating Instructions can be recycled due to the low levels of pollutants Contact a certified disposal service comp...

Page 13: ...ON basic device Communication with the basic device is handled via the internal serial scanner port that also supplies the power for the RFID unit The device is easy to operate thanks to its user friendly ergonomic design and the integral SIMATIC RF310M software Based on communications standards the device guarantees simple integration into existing or planned infrastructure Suitable RFID systems ...

Page 14: ... of the device The reader can also be used in harsh environments The reader is extremely rugged and protected against spray water The backlit display is easy to read even under unfavorable lighting conditions 3 2 Overview of functions You can perform the following functions with the SIMATIC RF310M device Reading the data from the tag data memory Writing the data to the tag Deleting the entire data...

Page 15: ...vice and an integral read write head for tag processing The charging and docking station is available as an accessory It has a USB port for data exchange with the PC Design of the SIMATIC RF310M Item Description Integrated read write head Holder for input pen Charge indicator USB connection Power supply unit Charging station On off button ASCII keypad Numeric keys Microphone Display Loudspeaker ...

Page 16: ... The antenna is housed in the read head under a cover Figure 3 1 Read head with integral antenna Direction of propagation of the radio frequency field The read write area for transponders is above and below the front part of the housing Transponders cannot be read or written from the end The figure below shows the direction of propagation of the RF field of the antenna Figure 3 2 Propagation of th...

Page 17: ...onnected via the antenna connector on the read head Figure 3 3 Read head with the option of connecting an external antenna The following antennas can be connected to the RF310M reader with integrated RFID write read unit and external antenna connector using an antenna connecting cable ANT 8 ANT 12 ANT 18 ANT 30 You will find detailed information on the antennas and the write read ranges of the ant...

Page 18: ...Description 3 4 Antenna and antenna field SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 18 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 19: ...ted on the rear of the unit Steps for inserting the battery 1 Turn the screws on the rear of the device in the direction of the arrow and lift the cover at the side where the screws are 2 Hold the battery at an angle when inserting so that the side of the battery with the direction arrow is inserted into the battery compartment first see the depiction of the arrow ...

Page 20: ...an check the charge condition via the charge indicator LED on the reader Table 4 1 Status LED LED color LED status Significance Green Flashing Charging in progress Battery charge is less than 80 Flashes slowly Charging in progress Battery charge exceeds 80 Rapid flashing Battery temperature is higher than 45 C Charging not in progress Permanently lit Battery is fully charged Red Permanently lit Ch...

Page 21: ...uments English the operating instructions BA_SIMATIC RF310M_x the function manual MobileReader_Function_Manual pdf the operating instructions of the PSION WORKABOUT PRO3 User Manual pdf Driver and software in the directory Flash Disk Support the RFID software interface API the USB driver see section Data transfer between the PC and reader Page 88 Requirements for the driver installation procedure ...

Page 22: ...ss and hold the ON OFF button for at least one second Figure 5 2 ON OFF button Note After switching on the first startup takes approximately 1 minute Automatic shutdown of the device The device shuts down automatically if no key is pressed for 3 minutes After switching on again the reader continues to operate with the same interface it was using before it was manually or automatically switched off...

Page 23: ...re the status that existed at the time of the last back up and must therefore not be modified or deleted If the files with the ending PFL are damaged or lost the original status of the device can only be restored at the factory To restore a backup replace all the data on the device with your backup copy and then run a system reset 5 3 2 Changing the password for the operating system Assign a passw...

Page 24: ...ow appears with information about the success of the back up 4 Click Finished to return to the application All changes e g a new password for the operating system are now stored in the back up secure against power failure 5 4 Basic settings in the operating system 5 4 1 Operating modes Operating modes The SIMATIC RF310M device has two operating modes 1 Supervisor mode Configuration and settings fo...

Page 25: ...d off and you can regulate their volume Adjusting the volume of the acoustic signals Press the blue labeled FN button in each case to regulate the volume of the acoustic signals in steps using the Plus button louder or the Minus button quieter Figure 5 4 Keys for regulating the volume Specific setting of the acoustic signals In Supervisor mode select Start Settings Control Panel Volume Sounds On t...

Page 26: ...Commissioning 5 4 Basic settings in the operating system SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 26 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 27: ... other keys to that shown by the blue labeling TAB Moves the cursor to the right or down at specific intervals ENTER On Off key Enter key SPACE Inserting spaces In a Windows dialog window checkboxes can be activated or deactivated with the SPACE key SHIFT Display of uppercase letters A Z and symbols also specified on the numeric keys e g BKSP Moves the cursor to the left to delete the last entered...

Page 28: ...ollowing keys of the SIMATIC RF310M are shift keys SHIFT Orange FN changes the key assignment in accordance with the orange colored labeling on the keypad Blue FN changes the key assignment in accordance with the blue colored labeling on the keypad Activating the shift keys When you press a shift key once briefly it is activated and the name of the selected switch key appears in lowercase in the t...

Page 29: ...191 U001 A6 7618 29 6 3 The SIMATIC RF310M menu The menu bar of the SIMATIC RF310M program comprises four main menus File Tag Tools Help The functions of the individual menus can be selected on the touch screen using the pen Operation of the SIMATIC RF310M software is described in detail in the next chapter ...

Page 30: ...Operation 6 3 The SIMATIC RF310M menu SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 30 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 31: ... MANAGER The software serves to acquire data and transfer it to SIMATIC RF MANAGER 7 2 Overview of possible applications You can use the SIMATIC RF310M device in different ways As a standalone product or in combination with SIMATIC RF MANAGER Interfacing to SIMATIC RF MANAGER with the software RF MANAGER Standalone product with the RF310M software Application mode Remote Application mode Mobile RF...

Page 32: ...Software overview 7 2 Overview of possible applications SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 32 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 33: ... tag data to the Flash Disk directory Save Tag As Save read in tag data to the Flash Disk directory with a specific file name Exit Exit SIMATIC RF310M software Tag Write OTP Switch on permanent write protection Tag Status Reading the tag status Init Tag Write a specific value to a tag Tag Type Tools Password Change password for the application Reader Status Information about the reader Language Se...

Page 34: ...yed at the bottom right in the display of the SIMATIC RF310M You cannot use the application as long as the Stop symbol is displayed The device is ready for use as soon as the red Stop symbol at the bottom right of the display has disappeared Note If you have activated Supervisor mode you can also start the software via Start Programs RF310M 8 3 Edit tag data 8 3 1 The data editor You can edit the ...

Page 35: ...data Write tag data Display of selected tag type The editor window contains the tag data The size of the represented data depends on the tag type Start address the field can be edited if Complete is not checked Complete check mark Indication of the completely selected memory area all memory areas of the tag are always read or written at once independent of the memory area currently set One memory ...

Page 36: ...ress and Length You can reach the individual addresses using the input pen or the arrow or TAB keys If you change the values they will have a green background The green background remains until the data are transferred written to the transponder Green data fields therefore indicate that the actual tag data differs from the values visible in the editor All other data fields areas of the tag are sho...

Page 37: ...able The function Write OTP is used for this purpose 8 3 2 Requirements for operating the tag functions In order to execute read and write operations you must set a tag type observe the distance limits between the reader and the tag Set tag type Set the memory size of the tag using Tag Tag Type See also Chapter Tag Type Selection Page 49 Distance limits to be observed between the reader and the ta...

Page 38: ... at the same time can cause errors in reading and writing tag data Please ensure when executing the tag functions that the minimum distances from transponders are observed that is distances between 100 and 500 mm depending on the tag type See System Manual for SIMATIC RF300 or MOBY D Plan system Field data Tag in the blue area tag can be processed Tag in the gray area tag cannot be processed Figur...

Page 39: ...operations Selection of memory area In the data editor select the memory area of the tag for which you wish to carry out a read or write operation Figure 8 4 Selection of memory area Setting of address and length of memory area In the data editor set the start address and length of the memory area for which you wish to carry out a read or write operation Figure 8 5 Address and length of memory are...

Page 40: ...If the check mark is set for Complete Read all and Write all are displayed on the buttons Figure 8 6 Complete check mark See also The data editor Page 34 8 3 4 Read tag data You can scan tags and read tag data using the Read button in the data editor The tag ID is displayed in the editor underneath the menu bar It has a green background when reading a tag for the first time If you work further wit...

Page 41: ...nt area in Chapter Setting of memory areas and address ranges for read and write operations Page 39 8 3 5 Write tag data You can write tag data in the data editor using the Write button or CTRL W The tag ID has a green background just like with the read operation See Read tag data Page 40 If you have previously read data from a tag with the reader these values will be written to the tag with the n...

Page 42: ...s display and acoustic signal with read write operations During the data transmission the progress of the executed function is displayed on a bargraph Figure 8 9 Progress display in the case of the tag function The tag function is not interrupted if you briefly move the tag out of the read field All read and write operations are repeated until a tag has been detected You can stop the respective re...

Page 43: ... 20 seconds the function is interrupted and the following message window appears Figure 8 10 Timeout display in the case of the tag function You can now stop the command completely with Yes or continue it with No If you retry the interrupted command is continued at the point of interruption 8 4 The functions in the File menu The following options are available in the File menu Open Save Tag Save T...

Page 44: ...ag Save Tag As Via File Save Tag Save Tag As you can save data currently displayed in the editor of the reader to a file on the SIMATIC RF310M If you select Save the current file will be replaced if you select Save Tag As you can select a new directory or a new file name The filename can be up to 100 alphanumeric characters in length XML format is used automatically for saving Also refer to the Ch...

Page 45: ...ite OTP Tag Status Init Tag Tag Type Figure 8 12 Tag functions 8 5 1 Write OTP Using the function Write OTP you can write once to the OTP area of a tag that is at a sufficient distance from the reader CAUTION The Write OTP function is non reversible Please note that the OTP memory area can only be written to once It is not possible to change the values in the OTP area of a tag at a later time Requ...

Page 46: ...with 4 bytes each are write protected If for example you only select the 2nd byte in the data editor using the Address FF05 and Length 1 only this byte is transferred to the EEPROM area on the tag but the address range FF04 FF07 is protected A write operation is carried out internally at block address FF84 The OTP area refers to the 5 block addresses FF80 FF84 FF88 FF8C and FF90 A write command to...

Page 47: ...nk 0xFF1e MDS delay bits 7 5 LFD bit 4 MDS delay LFD bit 0xFF1d Reserved 0xFF1c Limit value A for LFD quotients LFD A 0xFF1b Limit value B for LFD quotients LFD B 0xFF1a Reserved 0xFF19 Memory configuration INIT bits 7 1 Memory configuration Init bit 0xFF18 Range for lock bits Lock bits 0xFF17 Tag ID byte 3 Tag ID b24 b31 0xFF16 Tag ID byte 2 Tag ID b16 b23 0xFF15 Tag ID byte 1 Tag ID b8 b15 0xFF1...

Page 48: ...lete check mark is selected in the data editor or The memory area set in the fields Address and Length Procedure for initializing the tag 1 Select Tag Init Tag 2 You can enter a hexadecimal or decimal value with which you wish to write to the selected memory area in the window Initialize Tag Click OK to confirm The tag is then initialized Once the tag has been successfully initialized the correspo...

Page 49: ...he data editor with the memory size supported by this selected tag type For memory areas of the RF300 tags read write memory refer to the SIMATIC RF300 System Manual Transponders section Features of the relevant tags You can activate the OTP functionality for all ISO tags in the window Tag Type Selection if you set the check mark for OTP Memory With the OTP functionality activated the most signifi...

Page 50: ...e MOBY D tags for example MDS D100 D124 D324 Note Restrictions The transponders MDS D117 D127 D421 and D422 can only be processed with the handheld with an external antenna order number 6GT2803 1AC10 Only transponders MDS D139 and D160 with order number 6GT2600 0AA10 or 6GT2600 0AB10 are supported Tag type display in the data editor The tag type selected here is displayed in the bottom line of the...

Page 51: ... 51 8 6 The functions in the Extras menu The following functions can be selected in the Tools menu Password Reader Status Language Settings Figure 8 16 Tools functions 8 6 1 Password for the SIMATIC RF310M application As an option you can assign a password for the SIMATIC RF310M application Select Tools Password from the menu Figure 8 17 Password ...

Page 52: ...function you will be prompted to enter the appropriate password You only have to enter the password once in the case of several consecutive write commands It will remain valid for 5 minutes after the last write function is executed This password is also required to exit the application Deactivation of password If you have assigned a password and then wish to deactivate it leave the New Password an...

Page 53: ...IC RF310M Mobile Reader Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 53 8 6 2 Reader Status Via Tools Reader Status you can view the following information API Version Model RF310M Firmware version of the RFID module Reader Service Figure 8 18 Reader Status ...

Page 54: ...e menu language of the SIMATIC RF310M software Select the desired language in the Language selection window of the Tools Language menu and confirm with OK Figure 8 19 Language selection window 8 6 4 Settings You can make the following settings using this function Define the data formats Define the filename Select Tools Settings to parameterize these settings The Settings window opens Figure 8 20 S...

Page 55: ... U001 A6 7618 55 Settings under Format You can set different formats for the editor data address and length under Format that are explained below Effect of the Editor settings Byte binary Depending on the format that you select the interface in the data editor is as depicted below Byte Binary Format in bytes Presentation with 0 and 1 ...

Page 56: ... data editor Hex Dec ASCII Effect of the settings under Address and Length When the check mark is missing you can also enter decimal data here If you subsequently set the check mark the data will be converted into hexadecimal format Depending on the format setting the values will be changed in the editor You can see from the data editor whether Hex or Dec is activated for Hex format 0x is shown fo...

Page 57: ...8 21 Auto Save Filename READ XML If the setting READ XML is selected the same file READ XML is always updated each time tag data is read Tag_xxx XML If the setting Tag_xxx XML is selected a new file with the name TAGxxx XML is created each time tag data is read xxx is replaced by the ID of the read tag If a tag with the same ID is read again the corresponding file is overwritten READ XML is set as...

Page 58: ...SIMATIC RF310M software 8 7 The functions in the Help menu SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 58 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 59: ...ble click the RF MANAGER icon on the desktop Figure 9 1 Desktop symbol for RF MANAGER SIMATIC RF310M software A connection to RF MANAGER will only be established when you have started the RF MANAGER RF310M software and the WLAN connection is active After it has been correctly installed the SIMATIC RF310M mobile handheld terminal automatically receives its configuration from RF MANAGER A Stop symbo...

Page 60: ...reconditions for parameterization of the WLAN connection The mobile reader must be ready for operation the battery is charged The mobile reader must contain a WLAN card A WLAN connection must exist between the reader and the network of the PC e g via an access point Information regarding the WLAN settings must be available The operating mode of the mobile reader must be set to Supervisor ...

Page 61: ...mobile handheld terminal Two examples are given below for the procedure that you can follow for parameterizing the WLAN card of SIMATIC RF310M Consult your network administrator to ensure that the WLAN connection is set up correctly You will find detailed information on configuring the WLAN in the operating instructions for the PSION WORKABOUT PRO Example 1 With this procedure the active radio net...

Page 62: ...ese changes change to the device to the Powerdown mode by pressing the blue FN key and the on off button at the same time for approximately 7 seconds The device then restarts Note Other encryption possibilities You can also use other encryption methods depending on the access point WEP encryption is no longer regarded as secure you should not use this 9 1 6 Enter the IP address in the mobile reade...

Page 63: ...rminal has the properties of a stationary reader This means that the acquired data are only displayed on the reader and transferred to RF MANAGER You are not able to acknowledge or reject the scanned data in SIMATIC RF310M 9 2 1 Acquire data and transfer it to RF MANAGER Data acquisition Depending on the configuration in the Engineering System you can activate an RFID read operation using the hard...

Page 64: ...ave acknowledged will be transferred to RF MANAGER Functional expansion by means of configuration in the Engineering System When the function Edit Tag is activated in RF MANAGER you can display and edit all the data for the read RFID tag However changes in the data editor are not transferred directly to the RF MANAGER See Acquire data and transfer it to RF MANAGER Page 64 9 3 1 Acquire data and tr...

Page 65: ...nsfer it again to the scanned RFID tag The following chapters contain detailed information about this Note Changes in data only affect the tag If you edit data in the data editor of the SIMATIC RF310M it is not directly transferred to the RF MANAGER However you can transfer this data to the tag using a write operation If you subsequently scan the tag again this data can also be transferred to the ...

Page 66: ...g data The size of the represented data depends on the tag type Start address the field can be edited if Complete is not checked Complete check mark Indication of the completely selected memory area all memory areas of the tag are always read or written at once independent of the memory area currently set Length of the user area The software RF MANAGER contains an additional field for the length o...

Page 67: ...nd If you have selected the user area as the memory area you must specify its length in the field Length of user area You can also call the length of the tag specific user area using Tag status Transponder specific memory areas Different memory areas exist in accordance with the tag standard RF300 USER FRAM User data area Freely available Its size or presence is specific to the tag CONFIG Configur...

Page 68: ...n siemens com WW view en 21738946 Note Transmission gaps with the RF300 tags because the distance between reader and tag is too small If the distance between reader and tag is too small a transmission gap may occur directly on the surface of the RF310M read head in the center of the field Communication with the transponder is not possible in the transmission gap You can avoid a transmission gap by...

Page 69: ...ile Reader Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 69 Tag in the blue area tag can be processed Tag in the gray area tag cannot be processed Figure 9 4 Tag detection range of the reader Only one tag must be located within the combined blue and gray area and ...

Page 70: ...f the tag for which you wish to carry out a read or write operation Figure 9 5 Selection of memory area Setting of address and length of memory area In the data editor set the start address and length of the memory area for which you wish to carry out a read or write operation If you have selected the user area you must specify its length in the field Length of user area You can also call the leng...

Page 71: ... selected memory area If the check mark is set for Complete Read all and Write all are displayed on the buttons Figure 9 7 Complete check mark 9 3 2 4 Read tag data You can scan tags and read tag data using the Read button in the data editor The tag ID is displayed in the editor underneath the menu bar It has a green background when reading a tag for the first time If you work further with the sam...

Page 72: ...rite operations Page 70 9 3 2 5 Write tag data You can write tag data in the data editor using the Write button or CTRL W The tag ID has a green background just like with the read operation See Read tag data Page 71 If you have previously read data from a tag with the reader these values will be written to the tag with the next write operation Figure 9 9 Write button The data and memory areas are ...

Page 73: ...e tag out of the read field All read and write operations are repeated until a tag has been detected You can stop the respective read or write operation at any time using the Cancel button Acoustic signals An acoustic signal is output when the read or write operation has been completed successfully With longer data blocks an acoustic signal is output following each read block If an operation is ca...

Page 74: ...Function Remote Mobile Description Standard Edit Tag File Open X Load file from the integral PSION Flash Disk directory to the work memory Save Tag X Save read in tag data to the Flash Disk directory Save Tag As X Save read in tag data to the Flash Disk directory Exit X X X Exit application Tag Scan X X X Read tag ID Read Data Read CTRL R Write CTRL W X Read tag data write tag Write OTP X Lock dat...

Page 75: ...forehand with the command File Save or if it was transferred from the PC to the Flash Disk directory of the SIMATIC RF310M also see Data transfer between the PC and reader Page 88 All the files of the Flash Disk folder are displayed You can select the desired file via the touch screen or by entering the filename under Name and OK 9 3 4 3 Save Tag Save Tag As The functions are available in the appl...

Page 76: ...can exit the RF MANAGER RF310M program via File Exit You then reach the WinCE operating system level of the PSION Workabout Pro You require the password relevant to the application for this if you have previously assigned one Note A connection to RF MANAGER is established as long as the RF MANAGER RF310M software is running on the SIMATIC RF310M On exiting this connection is closed down 9 3 5 The ...

Page 77: ...OTP area of a tag that is at a sufficient distance from the reader CAUTION The Write OTP function is non reversible Please note that the OTP memory area can only be written to once It is not possible to change the values in the OTP area of a tag at a later time Requirements The memory area OTP EEPROM is selected in the data editor Procedure 1 Select Tag Write OTP 2 Confirm the confirmation prompt ...

Page 78: ...ck 0 Examples 3 blocks with write command blocks 0 1 2 FF80 length 12 valid 2 blocks consecutive block 0 FF80 length 4 block 1 FF84 length 4 valid 2 blocks consecutive block 0 FF80 length 4 block 2 FF88 length 4 invalid 1 block block 4 FF90 length 4 invalid 9 3 5 5 Reading the tag configuration data You can read the configuration data of a tag by selecting the memory area CONFIG in the editor and ...

Page 79: ...Lock bit register 8 bit binary value ASIC version Figure 9 14 Reading the tag status 9 3 5 7 Initialize the tag The Init Tag function is used to overwrite the complete data area of a tag with a specific value If you have activated the Edit Tag function in the RF MANAGER you can execute this function using Tag Init Tag Prerequisite A writable memory area is selected in the data editor The memory ar...

Page 80: ... Click OK to confirm The tag is then initialized Once the tag has been successfully initialized the corresponding value is also preset in the data editor Note Write protection in the OTP EEPROM memory area Note that only those data can be written in the EEPROM memory area which have not been protected by the Write OTP function 9 3 6 The functions in the Tools menu 9 3 6 1 Overview of the Extras fu...

Page 81: ...rd 3 Select the OK button The password is now set All write functions to a tag as well as exiting of the software are now protected by this password Password prompt If you then wish to perform a write function you will be prompted to enter the appropriate password You only have to enter the password once in the case of several consecutive write commands It will remain valid for 5 minutes after the...

Page 82: ...ssword is assigned in the delivery condition Note I forgot my password If you have forgotten your password the original status of the device can be restored See System reset Page 92 9 3 6 3 Reader Status Via Tools Reader Status you can view the following information API Version Model RF310M Firmware version of the RFID module Reader Service Figure 9 17 Reader Status ...

Page 83: ...nguage of the SIMATIC RF MANAGER RF310M software Select the desired language in the Language selection window of the Tools Language menu and confirm with OK Figure 9 18 Language selection window 9 3 6 5 Settings You can make the following settings using this function Define the data formats Define the filename Select Tools Settings to parameterize these settings The Settings window opens Figure 9 ...

Page 84: ... U001 A6 7618 Settings under Format You can set different formats for the editor data address and length under Format that are explained below Effect of the Editor settings Byte binary Depending on the format that you select the interface in the data editor is as depicted below Byte Binary Format in bytes Presentation with 0 and 1 ...

Page 85: ...n the data editor Hex Dec ASCII Effect of the settings under Address and Length When the check mark is missing you can also enter decimal data here If you subsequently set the check mark the data will be converted into hexadecimal format Depending on the format setting the values will be changed in the editor You can see in the data editor whether Hex or Dec is activated for Hex format 0x is shown...

Page 86: ...ename READ XML If the setting READ XML is selected the same file READ XML is always updated each time tag data is read Tag_xxx XML If the setting Tag_xxx XML is selected a new file with the name TAGxxx XML is created each time tag data is read xxx is replaced by the ID of the read tag If a tag with the same ID is read again the corresponding file is overwritten READ XML is set as the default value...

Page 87: ...overwrites this file Display Files The function File Open shows all files with the extension XML You can select one of these This file is then loaded into the Editor The file is not saved with the name READ XML or WRITE XML Save files The function File Save Save Tag As saves the data from the Editor to a file with the extension XML in the Flash Disk directory of the reader You can enter any name w...

Page 88: ...ion with USB cable A docking station with USB cable to connect the PC to the SIMATIC RF310M 10 2 2 Working with ActiveSync or the synchronization center The ActiveSync program Windows XP or Synchronization Center Windows 7 establishes a connection via USB to the SIMATIC RF310M You can now copy data and programs very easily in the manner familiar from Explorer You only need to select the Flash Disk...

Page 89: ... s Explorer 1 Select the directory RF310M Flash Disk in the Explorer Figure 10 1 Opening the RF310M workstation via Explorer Opening the RF310M workstation via ActiveSync and Explore 1 Start the ActiveSync program 2 Select the button Explore button for German installation Durchsuchen to access the device using ActiveSync Figure 10 2 Access to the SIMATIC RF310M device using ActiveSync Explore ...

Page 90: ...directory and open it Figure 10 3 Flash Disk folder In the directory you will find the file READ XML and the files you have saved with the extension XML You can now drag or copy and paste these files from the drive of the SIMATIC RF310M to the PC drive You can now view and modify the file contents on the PC using a suitable editor You can use any editor to display the XML structure Notepad Write M...

Page 91: ...w XML structure of the read or written tag data Selected tag type Tag ID UID Data area of the tag Number of bytes in the data area Start address of a 4 byte block decimal Value of the 4 bytes of a data area decimal format Value 1 Start address 1 Value 2 Start address 2 Value 3 Start address 3 Value 4 Start address 4 These values are hidden in this example with Internet Explorer by clicking on the ...

Page 92: ...Figure 10 5 Timeout display You can now stop the command with Yes or continue it with No If you retry the interrupted command is continued at the point of interruption 10 4 System reset Requirements for the system reset The Flash Disk directory contains the backup file with the extension pfl The devices must be in the Supervisor operating mode See Operating modes Page 24 Performing a system reset ...

Page 93: ...This reset is the same as a hardware reset Note Data retention and data loss during system reset When you perform a system reset only the saved data in the flash memory are retained Flash Disk directory All other data in RAM e g in the Application Data folder is lost Note Restoring the delivery status of the device If you want to restore the delivery status of the device delete the self stored fil...

Page 94: ...Advanced functions 10 4 System reset SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 94 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 95: ...he password for the write commands of the SIMATIC RF310M application has been forgotten Copy in the most recent back up The tag at the read head is not read The tag is defective Use a different new tag The tag is too far away from the read head Reduce the distance between the read head and the tag Please observe the limit distances between the reader and tags Refer to the limit distances in sectio...

Page 96: ...8 Problem Possible cause Problem recovery The message Do you wish to exit reading writing is output during a write operation The transponder is not in the sensing area of the read head Move the transponder into the sensing area of the read head The transponder is defective Replace the faulty transponder ...

Page 97: ...facturer s site For repairs send the device to the Return Center in Fürth Repairs may only be carried out at the Return Center in Fürth Depending on the work necessary to repair the device the Center may decide to give you a credit note In this case it is your responsibility to order a new device The address is Siemens AG Industry Sector Returns Center Siemensstr 2 90766 Fürth Germany 12 2 Servici...

Page 98: ...Maintenance 12 2 Servicing SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 98 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 99: ...g and communication with PC USB interface Operating system Microsoft Windows CE NET 5 0 File management MS DOS compatible Integrated software SIMATIC RF310M Dimensions 277 x 100 x 44 mm or 287 x 100 x 44 mm Weight Approx 625 g Temperature Operation 20 50 C Storage 40 C to 60 C without battery Relative humidity 5 95 no condensation Degree of protection IP65 IEC 60529 splashproof EMC EN 55022 Electr...

Page 100: ...Technical Specifications SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 100 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 101: ...sories Table 14 2 Accessories Accessories Order number SIMATIC RF Reader charging docking station Charging station for Workabout PRO Incl wide range power supply unit with universal adapter power cable and USB cable 6GT2898 0BA00 Replacement battery 3300 mAh 6GT2898 0CA00 SIMATIC RF WLAN module for mounting on RF310M 6GT2898 0DA00 Table 14 3 Antennas Antennas Order number ANT 8 incl one antenna co...

Page 102: ...Ordering data SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 102 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 103: ...Description CE Approval to R TTE A 1 2 FCC FCC 15 19 FCC ID NXW RF310M01 FCC ID NXW RF310M02 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 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation ...

Page 104: ...not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit ac...

Page 105: ...r application please contact PSION direct or its representative in your country For further PSION components such as memory expansions or rapid charging units please contact PSION or its agents These components are not required for the RF300 application They may become necessary if you want to program your own identification application on the reader Addresses and ordering lists of PSION Addresses...

Page 106: ...cially for Industrial Identification Systems Service support for industrial automation and drive technologies You can find various services on the Support home page http www siemens com automation service support of IA DT on the Internet There you will find the following information for example Our newsletter containing up to date information on your products Relevant documentation for your applic...

Page 107: ...nline catalog and the online ordering system can also be found on the Industry Mall home page http www siemens com industrymall en Training center We offer appropriate courses to get you started Please contact your local training center or the central training center in D 90327 Nuremberg Phone 49 0 180 523 56 11 0 14 min from the German landline network deviating mobile communications prices are p...

Page 108: ...Appendix A 5 Service Support SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader 108 Operating Instructions 10 2013 J31069 D0191 U001 A6 7618 ...

Page 109: ...is information is primarily required for servicing Byte A group of eight bits form a byte CE mark Communauté Européenne product mark of the European Union DT Drive Technologies HF field High frequency field IA Industry Automation LockBit register Information on locked memory areas Primarily required for servicing MDS Mobile data memory see transponder OTP One Time Programmable RAM Random Access Me...

Page 110: ...ication systems control and optimize material flow and production sequences They identify reliably quickly and economically use non contact data communication technology and store data directly on the product They are also resistant to contamination Tag See transponder Transponder An invented word from transmitter and responder Transponders are used on the product the product carrier the object or...

Page 111: ... advanced functions 105 Contacts 106 Conventions 9 Courses 107 Creating a back up copy 23 D Data Acquisition 64 Editing 65 Transfer to RF MANAGER 65 Data transfer Reader PC 88 Delivery status Restore 92 Design SIMATIC RF310M 15 Direction of propagation Radio frequency field 16 Directories 87 Display Progress 42 73 Timeout 43 73 UID 35 Disposal 12 Document history 10 Drop down list box Memory areas...

Page 112: ... functions RF310M software 45 RF MANAGER software 76 P Password Assigning 51 81 Deactivate 52 81 Default password 52 82 For the operating system 23 For the SIMATIC RF310M application 51 for the SIMATIC RF MANAGER RF310M application 81 Forgotten 52 82 Prompt 52 81 Performing a back up 24 Power supply 19 Problem handling 95 Progress display 42 73 PSION Components 105 PSION components 105 PSION works...

Page 113: ...1 Starting the software RF MANAGER 59 Suitable tag types 13 Supervisor mode 24 Switching on the device 22 Synchronization Center 89 System reset 92 T Tag Initializing 48 80 Tag functions Overview 77 Tag Status Read 47 79 Tag Type Display 35 Tag types 13 Target group Documentation 9 Technical documentation On the Internet 106 Technical Support 106 Touch screen Screen 28 Training 107 Troubleshooting...

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