RFENGINE HFR-2AM 13.56MHz RFID Reader User Manual

RFENGINE HFR-2AM 13.56MHz RFID Reader

Product Usage Instructions

• Safety Precautions
  • Before using the RFID Reader, please ensure to read and follow the safety precautions provided in the user manual.
• Checking the Components
  • Make sure all components are included as per the product manual before proceeding with the setup.
• Introduction of Product
  • Get familiar with the product and its features by reading the user manual thoroughly.
• Name of Parts
  • Understand the different parts and their functions to effectively operate the RFID Reader.
• Set Reader Connection
  • Follow the instructions to properly connect the RFID Reader to the required devices or systems.
• Reader Control
  • Learn how to control and operate the RFID Reader efficiently for desired outcomes.

FAQs

• Q: What should I do if the RFID Reader is not reading tags?
  • A: Make sure the tags are within the reading range and properly oriented towards the reader. Check for any obstructions or interference that may be affecting the reading process.
• Q: How do I update the firmware of the RFID Reader?
  • A: Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on how to update the firmware of the RFID Reader. Typically, it involves downloading the latest firmware version from the manufacturer’s website and following the provided steps for installation.

FCC

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under 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 radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by 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 of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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 help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Industry Canada Statement

This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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.

Industry Canada Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator & your body.

Product Introduction

Safety Precautions

• Please be sure to keep it for safety.
• Please read the following precautions carefully before use.

CAUTION: In case of a possibility of minor injury or damage to the product when violating the notice.

• When installing Caution
  • Do not install it in an unstable place.
  • If READER may fall, it may break or cause personal injury.
  • Do not install in direct sunlight.
  • Do not install in a place with high or low temperature or humidity.
  • Please install more than 2cm from the metal when installing the antenna.
• During operation Caution
  • Do not give any external impact during operation.
  • Do not drop or subject it to severe shocks.
  • It may cause injury or malfunction.
• Others Caution
  • Do not let foreign material get inside the product.
  • Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify anything other than a repair technician.
  • If you need to repair, please contact the service center.
• Checking the components
  • RFID READER SET
  • RFID ANTENNA SET
• Introduction of Product
  • HF RFID Reader
  • This product is HF RFID Reader which uses 13.56Mhz frequency band it is a device that reads and records information recorded in a tag by recognizing non-contact information of the Tag attached to the product, animal, person, etc
  • HF RFID Reader feature
  • ISO15693 Read & Write
  • Compact size and Lightweight: 85x120x24mm(HxWxD), 약 295g
  • High-Performance Anti-collision
  • Two Antenna SMA Port
  • TCP/IP & RS-232C Communication
  • Support Firmware Upgrade
  • KCC Certification : MSIP-CRM-RFE-HFR-2AM
  • HF RFID Reader Application Field
  • Factory Automation
  • Access & Security Control
  • Inventory
  • School Attendance
  • Asset Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Tag Read & Write
  • Name of Parts
  • Part name and Feature
  1. 1 4-LED: ANT1 / ANT2 / Read & Write / Power
  2. Installing Bracket: ø3.5 Hole 4EA (M3 Volt or Screw use)
  3. ANT 1 Port: SMA Female Connector ○4 ANT 2
  4. Port: SMA Female Connector
  5. LAN Port: TCP/IP (RJ-45 with 2-LED)
  6. RS-232C Port: Serial (RJ45)
  7. DC Jack: Power Input (Exclusive Adaptor use)

Software

• Set Reader Connection
  • Screen Layout
  1. Connection
  • You can connect/disconnect the communication with the reader by setting the communication method (Serial, TCP / IP), port, and speed.
  2. External Input Port / External Output Port (for HFR-4 AM)
  • You can check the status of the trigger signal input of the reader.
  • Realy’s contact point can be turned on / off.
  3. Download Firmware
  • You can upgrade the firmware of the reader.
  4. Clear / RF ON, RF OFF
  • Clear: Clears the event by sending/receiving a result of ⑦.
  • RF On, RF Off: RF signal can be On or Off.
  5. Communication
  • Communication method (RS232, Lan) and speed status can be checked or set.
• Set Reader Connection
  • Connection by using the PC’s serial port(Serial Com.)
  • How to connect the cable
  1. Connect RJ45 to Dsub9 Cable to PC serial port.
  2. Connect RJ45 to Dsub9 cable to the reader RS-232C port.
  3. It is finally connected as shown below.
  • How to set up the program
  1. Ensure that the power and communication cables are properly connected to the Reader.
  2. Run the program and click the “OPEN” tab after setting 1 window as in “Figure 1” and a Serial Connected message will be displayed. (Settings may vary by PC.)
  3. Click the “GET” tab in the Operation Setting window. In normal connection, the setting values are displayed on the Reader as shown in “Figure 2” and the connection status between the Reader and the PC is displayed in the program message window.
• Set Reader Connection
  • Connection by using the PC’s USB port(Serial Communication)
  • How to connect the cable
  1. Connect RJ45 to Dsub9 Cable to USB to RS232 Cable and connect USB to RS232 Cable to USB port of PC.
  2. Connect RJ45 to Dsub9 cable to the Reader RS-232C port.
  3. It is finally connected as shown below.
  • Installing the Driver
  1. Install USB to RS232 conversion driver on PC.
  2. The installation method is included in the supplied driver installation CD, and the driver is installed according to the manual on the CD.
  • Finding a port
  1. Control Panel> System> Hardware> Device Manager> Ports (COM and LPT)
  2. Connect the Reader then, and a “USB Serial Port” is created as shown in the figure below.
  3. (The port number may vary depending on the PC installed and appears only when the reader is connected..)
  • How to set up the program
  1. In the Port section of the Serial Connection window, set the port number created in Finding a Port.
  2. The connection is the same as the serial port direct connection method.
• Reader Control
  • Screen Layout
  • When the Reader and the PC are successfully connected (LAN or serial), the Reader can be controlled.
  • Mode > Continue : The Reader continues the reading operation periodically.
  • Trigger: When a reading command is received from the PC, it performs a periodical operation.
  • ANT > Select antenna.
  • Period > Specify the read operation time.
  • Size > Specify how many bytes of data to read.
  • Address > Specify the address of the tag to read.
  • Data > Data read from the tag or data to be recorded (HEX value)
  • SET > Set Reader to Mode, Period, Size, and Address.
  • READ Data > Reads the specified (Size, Address) tag memory value from the screen.
  • WRITE Data > Write the (Size, Address) data value specified in the screen to the tag.
  • RF ON / RF OFF > Turn RF on or off. If the tag memory read operation is successful when it is set to Continue mode, It is displayed periodically in the message window.
• LAN Setting Program settings
  • Screen Layout
  • Power on the reader, connect to the PC with a LAN cable and Run the program.
  1. When you press the Search button, all the scanned readers are displayed. Wait until the search is finished (END!).
  2. When the reader line is clicked, information about the reader is displayed on the screen.
  • DHCP > The IP address to be used by the reader is automatically allocated from the DHCP server.
  • SERVER > In server mode, the reader waits for a connection from the PC.
  • When not in server mode, the reader tries to connect with the HOST IP.

Product Specifications

Electrical Specifications

RS-232C
Input Power| DC+5V , 2A|
Upgrade| Through TCP/IP & RS-232C Port|
Port| ANT1 , ANT2|
LAN, RS-232C|
Display| 4-LED (Red, Red, Green, Green)

(ANT 1, ANT 2, Read & Write, Power)

|
Sound| Buzzer| On / Off
Antenna| External Antenna|
Operation Temp.| -20 ~ +50 ℃|
Dimension| 85(H)120(W)24(D)mm| Except for fixed hole
Weight| 295g|

Technical Specifications

Customer Support

• In case of trouble
  • If the fault is obvious, contact your dealer first.
  • We deliver the products that pass the comprehensive inspections under strict quality control at the production line.
  • If the product is out of order because of a manufacturing defect or malfunction during transportation, please leave it at the dealer shop or service center. Then, we will repair it free of charge within the warranty period. Please don’t forget to bring a purchasing receipt when a repair is needed.
  • Free Warranty Period: 1 year from the date of purchase
  • Free-of-charge service may not be offered in case of malfunction caused by carelessness or illegal repair, even within the warranty period.
  • Design and specifications to improve product quality are subject to change without notice
• Customer Support Center
  • Service Center (Factory) / Research Institute
  • 1-618, Cheongju Techno-S Tower, 530 jikji-daero, Heungdeok-gu, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
  • Tel) 043-215-9380 / Fax) 043-277-0008
  • Headquarters
  • 1-618, Cheongju Techno-S Tower, 530 jikji-daero, Heungdeok-gu, Chungju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea
  • Tel) 043-215-9380 / Fax) 043-277-0008
  • Web site
  • http://www.rfengine.com.

User’s Manual Revision History

History Status

Be sure to read the precautions for safety before use.

References

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