ELATEC TWN4 Multitech Legic RFID Card Reader User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- ELATEC
Table of Contents
ELATEC TWN4 Multitech Legic RFID Card Reader
INTRODUCTION
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This user manual is intended for the user and enables a safe and appropriate handling of the product. It gives a general overview, as well as important technical data and safety information about the product. Before using the product, the user should read and understand the content of this user manual.
For the sake of better understanding and readability, this user manual might contain exemplary pictures, drawings and other illustrations. Depending on your product configuration, these pictures might differ from the actual design of your product.
ELATEC SUPPORT
In case of any technical questions, refer to the ELATEC website (www.elatec.com) or contact ELATEC technical support at: support- rfid@elatec.com
In case of questions regarding your product order or if you wish additional copies of this user manual, contact your Sales representative or ELATEC customer service at: info-rfid@elatec.com
REVISION HISTORY
| VERSION | EDITION | |
|---|---|---|
| 02 | Chapter “Safety Information” updated, chapter “United Kingdom” under | |
| “Compliance Statements” added | 07/2021 | |
| 01 | First edition (replaces Transponder Reader TWN4 Legic NFC Technical | |
| Handbook, DocRev9, dated 10/2018) | 06/2021 |
INTENDED USE
ELATEC TWN4 family of transponder readers and writers allows users to read and write to almost any 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz tags and/or labels it supports all major transponders from various suppliers like ATMEL, EM, ST, NXP, TI, HID, LEGIC, etc. and ISO standards like ISO 14443A/B (T=CL), ISO 15693, ISO 18092 / ECMA-340 (NFC).
The product is for indoor use and may not be used outdoor.
Any use other than the intended use described in this section, as well as any failure to observe the safety information listed in this document, will be considered misuse and will void the warranty. ELATEC is not responsible for any damage or injuries resulting from any misuse of the product.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Installation
- The installation of the product should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only. Do not install the product by yourself.
- Metallic materials on or in direct vicinity to the product might reduce the reading performance of the product. In some circumstances, plastic screws should be preferred to metallic screws when installing the product. Refer to the installation instructions or integration manual of the product for more information.
Handling
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Depending on your product configuration, the product might be equipped with one or more light-emitting diodes (LED). Avoid direct eye contact with the blinking or steady light of the light emitting diodes.
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The product has been designed for a use under following conditions:
o Temperature range: -25 °C – 70 °C (operating conditions)
o Relative humidity: 5% – 95% (non-condensing)
o Indoor use – no outdoor use!
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The use of other RFID readers or reader modules in direct vicinity to the product, or in combination with the product might damage the product or alter its reading performance. In case of doubts, contact ELATEC for more information.
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The user is liable for the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold or recommended by ELATEC.
ELATEC is not responsible for any damage or injuries resulting from the use of spare parts or accessories other than the ones sold or recommended by ELATEC -
Like most electronic devices, RFID systems generate electromagnetic waves that can vary in amplitude and frequency. It is generally known and accepted that some RFID devices might potentially interfere with personal medical devices, like pacemakers or hearing aids.
Users with a pacemaker or any other medical device should use TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC carefully and refer to the information given by the manufacturer of their medical devices before using TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC.
Maintenance and cleaning
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Any repair or maintenance work should be done by a trained and qualified personnel only.
Do not try to repair or carry out any maintenance work on the product by yourself.
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The product does not need any special cleaning. However, the housing may be carefully cleaned up with a soft, dry cloth on the outer surface only.
Make sure that the used cloth and cleaning agent do not damage the product or its components (e.g. label(s)).
Disposal
- The product must be disposed of in accordance with the EU directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) or other applicable local regulations
Product modifications
- The product has been designed, manufactured and certified as defined by ELATEC.
Any product modifications not expressly approved by ELATEC, including – but not limited to – modifications of antennas or other radio-related components, is not allowed and will void the warranty and all approvals granted to the product.
If you are unsure about any part of the safety information above, contact ELATEC support.
Any failure to observe the safety information above will be considered misuse and will void the warranty. ELATEC is not responsible for any damage or injuries resulting from any misuse of the product.
TECHNICAL DATA
The reader is equipped with the following antennas:
HF antenna (13.56 MHz)
Dimensions: 44 x 46 mm / 1.73 x 1.81 inch Number of turns: 3
LF antenna (125 kHz)
Dimensions: 29 x 32 mm / 1.14 x 1.26 inch Number of turns: 164
For more information, refer to the related product data sheet or other technical documents
MODE OF OPERATION
OPERATING MODE
In order to start operating TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC, it simply has to be connected directly to a host device
POWER UP
In case of an external power supply unit is used, the following requirements must be satisfied:
- Limited power source according to the safety norms listed in the respective declaration(s) of conformity
- Short-circuit current < 8 A
Once TWN4 MultiTech LEGIC is connected to the host, it detects the type of communications cable (e.g. USB or RS-232), with which it is connected to the host. In case of RS-232: Additionally, the RS-232 is sending a version string via RS-232 to the host.
ENUMERATION
Once the device has been powered up, it is waiting for completion of the enumeration by the USB host. As long as the device is not enumerated, it is entering a minimum power consumption mode, where both LEDs are turned off.
INITIALIZATION
After powering up and enumeration, the device is turning on the built-in transponder reader logic. The green LED is turned on permanently. Some RFID readers need some kind of initialization, which is performed in this step. After successful initialization, the device sounds a short sequence, which consists of a lower tone followed by a higher tone.
NORMAL OPERATION
As soon as the reader has completed the initialization, it is entering normal operation. During normal operation, the reader is searching for a transponder continuously.
DETECTION OF A TRANSPONDER
If a transponder is detected by the reader, following actions are performed:
- Send the ID to the host. By default, the USB device sends by emulating keystrokes of a keyboard. An RS-232 device sends the ASCII code of an ID
- Sound a beep.
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