STid ARC-W45-G UHF Desktop Reader Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- STid
Table of Contents
STid ARC-W45-G UHF Desktop Reader
UHF Desktop Reader
Product Information
The UHF Desktop Reader is a communication device that operates at ultra-high frequency (UHF), with a range of 865-868 MHz and 902-928 MHz depending on the product reference. It is available in different models that cater to specific regions such as Australia, Morocco, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, and the US. The communication output is via a cable that requires direct current to function. The reader can be configured in bidirectional SSCP mode and keyboard emulation mode.
Usage Instructions
Before using the UHF Desktop Reader, make sure that the driver is installed correctly. For Windows 10, the reader is automatically detected as a USB composite device and installs the driver automatically. For Windows versions earlier than 10, the driver is installed with STid Software. If no STid software is installed, follow these steps:
- Contact [email protected] to obtain the 2 drivers files: cdc.cat and fsl_ucwxp.inf.
- Connect the reader to the USB port COM of PC.
- Copy the 2 files in the directory: C:WindowsINF.
The reader can be used in keyboard emulation mode or wedge mode, where it emulates a keyboard and displays in the active window the characters received from the serial link. To configure the reader in wedge mode, follow these steps:
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Download and install STid-USB Wedge Configuration tool from
https://stid.com/images/UWedgeConfv110_setup.zip -
Set the options needed (if different than the defaults).
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Send the ‘Keyboard emulation ON’ command.
For more information about reader communication, refer to the protocol specification document: Spec_Protocole_SSCP_UHF_INDUS-Vx.x.
Dimensions
The UHF Desktop Reader has a dimension of 4.22 in / 107.1 mm (length) x 3.15 in / 80.0 mm (width) x 1.09 in / 27.7 mm (height), with a general tolerance following the ISO NFT 58-000 standard.
Note: STid reserves the right to make changes without notice for the purpose of product improvement.
Product references
- ARC-W45-G/U04-5AA1: 865 – 868 MHz
- ARC-W45-G/U04-5AA1M: 865.7 MHz Morocco
- ARC-W55-G/U04-5AA1: 902 – 928 MHz
- ARC-W55-G/U04-5AA1AU: Australia
- ARC-W55-G/U04-5AA1NZ: New Zealand
- ARC-W55-G/U04-5AA1PE: Peru
- ARC-W55-G/U04-5AA1PH: Philippines
Characteristics
- Communication: USB
- Cable output: USB 2.0 cable – Length 1.50 m / 4.9 ft – Connector type A
- : Direct Current
Driver installation
Windows ≥ 10
Windows automatically detects the reader as a ‘USB COMPOSITE DEVICE’ and
installs the driver
Windows < 10: the driver is automatically installed with a STid Software, if no STid software are installed:
- Contact [email protected] to obtain the 2 drivers files: cdc.cat and fsl_ucwxp.inf.
- Connect the reader to the USB port COM of PC.
- Copy the 2 files in the directory: C:\Windows\INF.
Communication
- Bidirectionnal: by default, the reader is delivered in bidirectional SSCP mode. More details about reader communication are available in the protocol specification: Spec_Protocole_SSCP_UHF_INDUS-Vx.x.
- Keyboard emulation: the reader can be used in keyboard emulation: wedge mode. See Configuring the reader in Wedge mode.
Configuring the reader in Wedge mode
The readers can be configured with STid -USB Wedge Configuration tool available on download link: https://stid.com/images/UWedgeConfv110_setup.zip
- In this mode the reader emulates a keyboard and displays in the active window the characters received from the serial link.
- The reader is delivered with the default parameters in bold in the table.
- Set the options needed (if different than the defaults).
- Send the ‘Keyboard emulation ON’ command.
Dimensions
Declaration of Compliance
STid declares that the ARC-W45-G & ARC-W55-G readers is compliant to the fundamental requirements of Directive RED 2014/53/EU and Directive RoHs 2011/65/EU and Commission Delegated Directive 2015/863/EU. A copy of our declaration is available upon request send to [email protected].
FCC STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device must not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV
interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such
modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can emit radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance.
This equipment complies with FCC’s and ISEDC’s radiation exposure limits (using RSS-102 rules) set forth for an uncontrolled environment under the following conditions:
- This equipment should be installed and operated such that a minimum separation distance of 34 cm / 13.39 in is maintained between the radiator (antenna) and the user’s/nearby person’s body at all times.
- The transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with CAN ICES-003(B) / NMB-003(B).
Error messages
