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IH21 Bluetooth® UHF RFID Reader User Guide...
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Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.
Reading Transponders ......................... 7 LED Status ............................8 MicroSD Card........................... 9 Install a MircoSD Card......................9 Remove a MicroSD Card ....................10 Auto Run File (AUTO.TXT)....................10 Log File (LOG.TXT) ....................... 11 Software Development......................11 IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
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USB Operating Modes......................13 Changing the USB Operating Mode................13 Connecting with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology ............14 Comparison of Bluetooth Operating Modes ..............14 Change the Bluetooth Operating Modes ..............15 Chapter 3 - Maintenance And Troubleshooting ........17 Maintenance..........................17 Troubleshooting ...........................17 IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
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CHAPTER INTRODUCTION Honeywell’s IH21 UHF Reader provides Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Radio Fre- quency Identification (RFID). The reader can be used stand alone or paired with a Honeywell Mobility Computer. It can be used with UHF transponders including the EPC Global Class 1 Generation 2 transponders.
The battery is charged using a docking station and therefore is unlikely to need to be changed once installed. 1. Push release latch up on the reader’s trigger handle. Trigger Handle Release Latch 2. Slide handle back. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
To comply with international shipping regulations, the battery is discharged to less than 30% of their maximum capacity. It is therefore recommended that you fully charge the battery before using the reader for the first time. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
The reader can be charged using the dedicated IH21 docking station. The docking station has inputs for power and mini USB. USB Port DC Power Jack UHF Antenna Installation or Removal The UHF antenna can be detached from the main body of the reader.
The antenna can be locked into position. 1. Remove the reader’s trigger handle. 2. Insert a M2.5x5mm Torx pan head screw into the handle and antenna. Insert Screw Here 3. Attach the handle. ePop-Loq® Components ePop-Loq stud ePop-Loq socket ePop-Loq case IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
3. Align the stud with the socket, ensuring that it is parallel, and press the two parts together firmly until they click into place. Removal Pull the case parallel away from the reader. Do not twist devices when separating. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
RFID transponders can be read when they are in range of the antenna. The antenna is located on the front of the reader. The range at which a transponder can be read depends on the transponder type and size and the number of transponders in the field. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
Battery charging with battery level greater than or equal to 66%. Orange rapid flash There is a charge error/battery fault. Orange constant The reader is fully charged. All off The reader is off and not charging. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
2. Remove the battery cover and battery. 3. Slide the microSD card into the marked slot, and then push and release the microSD card to lock it into place. 4. Install the battery. 5. Attach the handle. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
ASCII 2 command Write Command to Auto Run File ‘.wa’ can be used. The Read Auto Run File ‘.ra’ can be used to read back the contents of the Auto Run file or delete the file from the card. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
EV: Connected USB CS: .al -dlon CS: .iv LCMD 000000-qss0 -qta EP: 330DE29525C0210005F5F8F2 EP: 221001500000000000000027 Software Development To make full use of the functionality of the reader, a customized software applica- tion will be required. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
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Native API. Simple, text based commands are sent to the reader and responses are returned as text. This allows straightforward access to RFID tag functions such as inventory, read, and write. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
ASCII protocol over USB. • If the reader is placed into the charge cradle with an attached ePop-Loq mobility device, the USB will be disconnected, and both the IH21 and the device will charge. USB Operating Modes The ePop-Loq on the reader may operate in two modes. Charge-Only or Charge- and-Data: •...
Apps receive and interpret ASCII 2 Protocol Apps receive input as key strokes from the responses when the user triggers a UHF or reader, including tab and return/enter keys. barcode scan. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
SD card is fitted. Change the Bluetooth Operating Modes The IH21 reader can be operated in SPP mode where the reader is controlled by a custom written application or in HID mode, where the reader behaves like a Blue- tooth keyboard.
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5. Disconnect the reader from the computer. 6. Wake the reader by pulling the trigger. The blue LED will flash. 7. Pair to the reader on the device. 8. Launch an Application (e.g. RFID Explorer) to use the reader. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
For trouble-free service please observe the following tip when using the IH21 Reader: • Protect the IH21 Reader from temperature extremes. Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day and keep it away from heat sources. Troubleshooting...
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Symptoms Possible Cause Action Bluetooth pairing fails. The PIN on the reader has been Set the Bluetooth PIN to a changed. known value. Other symptoms. Other fault. Run ASCII Remote Diagnostic and contact Support. IH21 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader...
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