M5VG03300Smart Reader HR1

SmartReader HR1 User Manual PUBLISHED BY Gallagher Group Limited Kahikatea Drive, Private Bag 3026 Hamilton, New Zealand Copyright© Gallagher Group Limited 2007. All rights reserved. Patents Pending. Gallagher SmartReader HR 1 User Manual 3E0978 - Edition 1 - January 2008 DISCLAIMER Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, neither Gallagher Group Limited nor any employee of the company, shall be liable on any ground whatsoever to any party in respect of decisions or actions they may make as a result of using this information. In accordance with the Gallagher policy of continuing development, design and specifi cations are subject to change without notice. Developed and manufactured by Gallagher Group Limited, an ISO 9001:2000 Certifi ed Supplier. 3 Table of Contents Overview 5 Tag types read ......................................................................................................... 5 Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................ 5 Configurator Software .......................................................................................,.... 5 User information 6 Kit Contents ............................................................................................................. 6 Accessories ............................................................................................................... 6 Terminology ............................................................................................................. 6 SmartReader HR 1 features ..................................................................................... 7 Power options ......................................................................................................... 8 Setting up the SmartReader HR1 ........................................................................... 9 Using the SmartReader ........................................................................................ 10 Approvals and Standards 11 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment 11 5 Overview The Gallagher SmartReader HR1 is a hand held Electronic ID reader which allows the user to read ISO animal Electronic ID tags. Tag types read The Gallagher SmartReader HR1 enables you to read both HDX (Half Duplex) and FDX-B (Full Duplex-B) Electronic ID tags. Care and Maintenance The SmartReader HR1 is a tough and reliable product designed for use in typical livestock environments. However, proper care and maintenance can extend the SmartReader’s life. Listed below are guidelines for keeping the SmartReader in good condition. For optimal life, Gallagher recommends that you store the SmartReader in • a cool, dry area (15 to 25 ° Celsius) out of direct sunlight. After use, clean the SmartReader with a damp cloth.• Configurator software The Confi gurator is a software program that can be used to alter user settings on the SmartReader. This software program is not supplied with the SmartReader, however it can be downloaded. The Confi gurator is for advanced users and should be used with care as altering settings affects the operation of the SmartReader. For further details refer to the SmartReader HR1 Confi gurator Help (accessible via the Help menu in the Confi gurator program). 6 User information Kit Contents The Gallagher SmartReader HR1 box contains: Gallagher SmartReader HR• 1 with Reader to RS232 (weighscale comms/ power) cable 12 volt battery cable• Instruction manual• Accessories Gallagher is able to provide a USB to RS232 adaptor if needed. Terminology The following are terms and abbreviations used throughout this manual: Electronic ID tag number The Electronic ID tag number is the electronic code in an ear tag that can be scanned to recognise an individual animal. AntennaContains the aerial used to capture Electronic ID tag data. Activate the SmartReader Power up the SmartReader ready for use. Double-ClickTwo quick successive clicks of the SmartReader trigger. Read periodThe time the SmartReader is actively scanning for Electronic ID tags. Once the read period ends the SmartReader antenna is turned off. Default time is three seconds. This time can be altered. See the SmartReader HR1 Confi gurator User Manual. ScaleA digital weighing display unit that detaches from loadbars and connects to your computer. Scan for tagsConnect the SmartReader to a power source and single- click the trigger. This activates the antenna and makes it ready to read Electronic ID tag data once the tags move within the reader range. Single-ClickA single click of the SmartReader trigger. 7 SmartReader HR1 features Trigger Use the trigger to activate the SmartReader and collect tag data. Single-Click• - A single click of the SmartReader trigger. Double-Click• - Two quick successive clicks of the SmartReader trigger. Beeper The beeper sounds in the following situations: on power up• after a successful Electronic ID tag read• when the trigger is pulled (single beep)• on a duplicate tag read (two beeps). See • Duplicate Tags (p 12) the beeper can be turned on and off. See • SmartReader HR1 Confi gurator User Manual. Lamp The lamp (red) illuminates for the following reasons: When the SmartReader scans for Electronic• ID tags, the red lamp fl ashes on and off. On a successful tag read. The lamp remains• solid for an extended period. Note: If a tag is not read within the read period the lamp stops fl ashing. The timing of the lamp illumination can be altered, see the SmartReader HR 1 Confi gurator User Manual. Cable connector A Data and power cable is permanently attached. This enables: data to be transferred to a computer• data to be transferred to scales• the • 12V battery cable to power the SmartReader. The cable connector is a serial port. All tag data is sent out this port. 8 Antenna Any Electronic ID tags that come within 27 cm of the Antenna will be read, with the possiblity of tags up to 33 centimetres away also being captured. If there is more than one t…

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Parts List or Tune Up Info The Reader’s main active device is the microprocessor, all functions are controlled by the it. The functional description is outlined in the Operational Description file. The reader does not require any user tune up procedures.

EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Test Report No 80203.1 Report date: 8 February 2008 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Telephone: +64 9 360 0862 Fax: +64 9 360 0861 STREET ADDRESS - 47 MacKelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS - PO Box 68 307, Newton, Auckland, New Zealand Web Site: www.emctech.com.au Page 1 of 22 This report may not be reproduced except in full TEST REPORT Gallagher HR1 Hand Held Animal Tag Reader tested to 47 Code of Federal Regulations Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 47 Part 15 – Radio Frequency Devices, Subpart C – Intentional Radiators for Gallagher Group Ltd This Test Report is issued with the authority of: ______________________________________ Andrew Cutler - General Manager EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Test Report No 80203.1 Report date: 8 February 2008 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Telephone: +64 9 360 0862 Fax: +64 9 360 0861 STREET ADDRESS - 47 MacKelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS - PO Box 68 307, Newton, Auckland, New Zealand Web Site: www.emctech.com.au Page 2 of 22 This report may not be reproduced except in full Table of Contents 1. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE 3 2. RESULTS SUMMARY 3 3. INTRODUCTION 3 4. CLIENT INFORMATION 4 5. DESCRIPTION OF TEST SAMPLE 4 6. RESULTS 5 7. TEST EQUIPMENT USED 15 8. ACCREDITATIONS 15 9. PHOTOGRAPHS 16 EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Test Report No 80203.1 Report date: 8 February 2008 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Telephone: +64 9 360 0862 Fax: +64 9 360 0861 STREET ADDRESS - 47 MacKelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS - PO Box 68 307, Newton, Auckland, New Zealand Web Site: www.emctech.com.au Page 3 of 22 This report may not be reproduced except in full 1. STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE The Gallagher HR1 Hand Held Animal Tag Reader complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart C as an Intentional Radiator when the methods described in ANSI C63.4 - 2003 are applied. 2. RESULTS SUMMARY 3. INTRODUCTION This report describes the tests and measurements performed for the purpose of determining compliance with the specification. The client selected the test sample. This report relates only to the sample tested. This report contains no corrections or erasures. Measurement uncertainties with statistical confidence intervals of 95% are shown below test results. Both Class A and Class B uncertainties have been accounted for, as well as influence uncertainties where appropriate. Clause Parameter Result 15.201 Equipment authorisation requirement. Certification required. 15.203 Antenna requirement Complies. Antenna is permanently attached. 15.204 External PA and antenna modifications Not applicable. No external devices. 15.205 Restricted bands of operation Complies. Device transmits on 134.2 kHz. 15.207 Conducted limits Complies. 15.209 Radiated emission limits. Complies. EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Test Report No 80203.1 Report date: 8 February 2008 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Telephone: +64 9 360 0862 Fax: +64 9 360 0861 STREET ADDRESS - 47 MacKelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS - PO Box 68 307, Newton, Auckland, New Zealand Web Site: www.emctech.com.au Page 4 of 22 This report may not be reproduced except in full 4. CLIENT INFORMATION Company Name Gallagher Group Ltd Address Private Bag 3026 City Hamilton Country New Zealand Contact Mr Paul Young 5. DESCRIPTION OF TEST SAMPLE Brand Name Gallagher Model Number HR1 Product Hand Held Animal Tag Reader Manufacturer Gallagher Group Ltd Country of Origin New Zealand Serial Number Not serialised FCC ID Not yet determined Ancillary equipment Ruddwieigh 800 Weigh Scale. Sn# 0734575009.9.03 The device tested contains is a handheld 134.2 kHz RFID animal tag reader which can be powered using a stand alone 12 Vdc battery or a weigh scale. EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Test Report No 80203.1 Report date: 8 February 2008 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMC Technologies (NZ) Ltd Telephone: +64 9 360 0862 Fax: +64 9 360 0861 STREET ADDRESS - 47 MacKelvie Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand E-mail: [email protected] POSTAL ADDRESS - PO Box 68 307, Newton, Auckland, New Zealand Web Site: www.emctech.com.au Page 5 of 22 This report may not be reproduced except in full 6. RESULTS Legislation The sample was tested in accordance with 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart C. Methods and Procedures The measurement methods and procedures as described in ANSI C63.4 - 2003 were used. Section 15.201: Equipment authorisation requirement Certification as detailed in Subpart J of Part 2 is required for this device. Section 15.203: Antenna requirement As can be seen from the attached photographs the device has an internal antenna that cannot be easily accessed and therefore cannot be easily modified. Result: Complies. Section 15.204: External radio frequency power amplifiers and antenna modifications From the attached photographs it can be seen that it is not possible to attach an external power amplifier to this transmitter. Result: Complies. Section 15.205: Restricted bands of operation The device contains a RFID transmitter that…

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Test set up photos Below 30 MHz set up (Worst Case) Ancillary Equipment Up Right Test Set Up Vertical Test Set Up Laying Flat Test Set Up Weigh Scale Powered Test Set Up Laying Flat Conducted Emissions Test Set Up