TransCore SmartPass AI1611, System Manual

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SmartPass® Integrated Reader 2450 MHz (High Voltage) System Guide
Additional Materials Needed
You need these additional materials to perform the two tests on SmartPass:
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SmartPass software diskette, which is supplied to TransCore dealers and
distributors
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PC with 1.44 MB floppy disk drive, MS DOS, RS–232 COM1 port, and a
communications cable with a DB9 or DB25 connector
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Two test tags, supplied by the TransCore dealer or distributor
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Other materials needed to connect the PC to SmartPass as described in the
software diskette READ.ME file
Testing with the Audible Circuit Tester
Testing with an audible circuit tester confirms that your SmartPass has power, is
communicating with the software loaded inside the SmartPass reader, and can read a
tag if it is in the read zone.
An audible circuit tester is also called a buzz box. These boxes are available at
electronic parts supply stores, or you may make a buzz box as shown below. The
buzz box is powered by a battery and equipped with two alligator-clip leads. When
you touch the leads together, the box makes an audible sound. Figure 3-1 shows the
wiring for a buzz box.
Figure 3-1 Wiring for Buzz Box
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