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- Page 1 ALIEN TECHNOLOGY ® ALR-F800 HARDWARE SETUP GUIDE November 2019 ALR-F800...
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Page 2: Legal Notices
No part of this product documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of Alien Technology, LLC and its licensors, if any. Third party software is copyrighted and licensed from Licensors. Alien, Alien Technology, the Alien logo, Higgs, Squiggle, the Squiggle logo, and other graphics, logos, and service names used in this document are trademarks of Alien Technology, LLC in the U.S. - Page 3 Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec une antenne ayant un gain maximum de 6 dBiL. L’impédance d'antenne requise est de 50 ohms. Pour réduire les interférences radio potentielles pour les autres utilisateurs, le type d'antenne et son gain doivent être choisis afin que la puissance isotrope équivalente (PIRE) ne soit pas supérieure à celle requise pour une bonne communication.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
System Operation: Software Control ......................19 Reader Interface Guide ........................20 Demonstration Software Guide ......................20 Alien RFID Academy ..........................20 Approved High Performance Circular Antennas ..................22 APPENDIX A: OPERATING FREQUENCY AND POWER ..............23 APPENDIX B: DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................. 24... -
Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction
Code. RFID Reader Overview The Alien ALR-F800 RFID reader is designed to read and program any EPC Class 1 Generation 2 tag and issue event reports to a host computer system. The host computer can be locally connected to the reader via RS-232, serial over USB or at a remote network location. -
Page 6: Epc Class 1 Gen 2 Uhf Rfid Tags
EPC Class 1 GEN 2 UHF RFID Tags The Alien ALR-F800 RFID reader is designed to read and program any EPC Class 1 Generation 2 tag and issue event reports to a host computer system. Class 1 tags are “passive” devices meaning they do not have a battery or other onboard power source. -
Page 7: Specifications
-20°C to +55°C (-5 °F to +130°F) Operating Environment Indoor operation only Software Support APIs, sample code, executable demo app (Alien Gateway) Protocol Support Comply with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 and 18000 – 6C Compliance Certifications FCC Part 15; FCCID: P65ALRF800B;... -
Page 8: Mechanical: Reader Physical Size
CHAPTER 1 NTRODUCTION Mechanical: Reader Physical Size Figure 1 - Outline Drawing of the ALR-F800 (mm) RFID Reader High Performance Circular Antenna Model ALR-8696-C 3 dB Beamwidth E-plane: 65 degrees H-plane: 65 degrees Frequency 865-960 MHz Gain (dBi) 6.0 dBiL (maximum) -
Page 9: I/O Port Terminal Interface
CHAPTER 1 NTRODUCTION I/O Port Terminal Interface The ALR-F800 I/O port provides four digital inputs and eight digital outputs, optically isolated from the reader circuitry for use in noisy industrial environments. Opto-isolators have two basic elements: a light source (usually a light emitting diode) and a photo-sensitive detector. -
Page 10: I/O Port Screw Terminal (Female) - Looking At Reader
RTS Connected to Pin 8 Pin 8 CTS Connected to Pin 7 Pin 9 Not Connected RS-232 C ) – L ONNECTOR EMALE OOKING AT EADER Figure 3 - RS-232 Connector ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F... -
Page 11: Usb Ports
CHAPTER 1 NTRODUCTION USB Ports There two USB ports on the back of the ALR-F800 reader USB-A and USB-B. They are both female connectors and their functionality is as follows: USB-A is used to connect various USB devices including USB flash drives, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth adapters. -
Page 12: System Architecture
CHAPTER 1 NTRODUCTION System Architecture Figure 4 - System Architecture for the ALR-F800 Reader ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F... -
Page 13: Chapter 2 Reader Hardware Installation And Operation
The RFID Reader Kit is shipped with the items listed below. RFID reader ALR-F800 Cord Pack which includes the PoE power supply, AC power cable and standard Ethernet cable. Additionally, the RFID Reader Developer's Kit includes the following items: An ALR-8696-C antenna ... -
Page 14: Reader Antenna Panel
CHAPTER 2 EADER ARDWARE NSTALLATION AND PERATION Figure 5 - ALR-F800 Reader (Antennas and tag kit not shown) Reader Antenna Panel 4 Antenna Ports (RP-TNC) ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F... -
Page 15: Reader I/O Panel
Antenna Lights 0-3 (green) – indicates Active transmitting antenna. Reset button On the ALR-F800 I/O panel you will find the reset button. The functionality is as follows: Hold during power up (file system recovery mode) – With a USB Flash ... -
Page 16: Reader Antennas
Figure 7 – ALR-F800 Front Panel Reader Diagnostic LEDs Reader Antennas The ALR-F800 includes 4 antenna ports. These antenna ports are a reverse- polarity TNC connector. Only antennas documented in this manual (FCC approved) may be used with the ALR-F800. - Page 17 LAN drop or network switch. If you are using the DC power cord, connect a standard Ethernet cable to the ALR-F800 LAN/PoE port and to the LAN drop or network switch. Connecting directly to a PC ...
- Page 18 PERATION If you are using the AC/DC power brick, connect a cross-over Ethernet cable to the ALR-F800 LAN/PoE port and to the PC LAN port. Figure 10 – PoE Power Supply and Network Connection Diagram Figure 11 – 12V DC cord and Network Connection Diagram The reader comes preconfigured to look for a DHCP server to set its ...
- Page 19 Gateway: 192.168.1.1 6. Connect the antenna to the antenna port. The ALR-F800 is a mono-static system (a single antenna acts as both transmitter and receiver). Four antenna ports (ANT 0-3) are provided. Each antenna provides a single read point.
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Page 20: Bench Test Procedure
--------------------------------- Once the reader boots and you see the "Boot>Ready!" prompt, pressing return will bring up the "Alien>" prompt. 9. Ensure the PC has compatible network settings. In order for you to be able to connect to the reader over TCP/IP, the host ... -
Page 21: Installation
Alien Technology for use with the ALR-F800. 2. Select mounting position for reader. The ALR-F800 has been designed to provide reliable operation over its operating temperature range. This is enhanced by proper mounting of the reader during bench test and installation. Place the reader on a solid, thermally conductive surface. - Page 22 Align the connector of the cable with the reader antenna port, push into the port, and finger-tighten the screw fitting. 6. Connect reader power supply. If you are using an 802.3af compliant network for reader power skip this step ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F...
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Page 23: System Operation: Software Control
PC. Configure your terminal software as described previously in the Bench Test Configuration section. 8. Connect reader power. If you are using an 802.3af compliant network to power the ALR-F800, connect a standard LAN cable between the ALR-F800 LAN/PoE port and the 802.3af enable LAN drop or network switch. -
Page 24: Reader Interface Guide
Alien RFID Academy Need to absorb RFID systems fast? Enroll in the Alien RFID Academy! In two or three days we'll share our practical expertise in RFID tags, antennas, readers, frequencies, systems, and protocols. - Page 25 CHAPTER 2 EADER ARDWARE NSTALLATION AND PERATION • RFID System Architecture and Integration • Conducting Site-surveys & Contending with Interference Please visit http://www.alientechnology.com for more information. ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F...
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Page 26: Approved High Performance Circular Antennas
(in) 9.8 x 9.8 x 0.55 1.6 lb 3.0 dBiL (cm) 12.9 x 12.9 x 2.0 0.3 kg ALR-0501 902-928 MHz (max) Circular 1.3:1 (in) 5.1 x 5.1 x 0.8 0.66 lb ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F... -
Page 27: Appendix A: Operating Frequency And Power
CHAPTER 2 EADER ARDWARE NSTALLATION AND PERATION Appendix A ALR-F800-EMA Operating Frequency and Power Minimum Maximum Frequency Frequency EIRP 865.7 MHz 867.5 MHz 35.1 dBm ALR-F800 H ARDWARE ETUP UIDE DOC. CONTROL #8102141-000 REV F... -
Page 28: Appendix B: Declaration Of Conformity
Director, Sales/Channels EMEA and India 1.408.782.3900 scrocker@alientechnology.com www.alientechnology.com www.alientechnology.com Alien Technology declares that the ALR-F800-EMA is in conformity with the essential requirements of European Harmonisation Legislation Directive 2014/53/EU Conformity is demonstrated by testing to the applicable requirements of the following harmonized standards ...
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