PYFRDRMP001Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Transmitter

Stationary Reader (Part# RDR-MP-001) User’s Manual Published: January 30, 2002 Document Control Number: MNI01H001 Matrics, Inc. 8850 Stanford Boulevard Suite 3000 Columbia, MD 21045 Tel: 410.872.0300 Fax: 410.872.0700 http://www.matricsrfid.com Stationary Reader User’s Manual  2001-2002 Matrics, Inc. Page 2 Contents SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................3 Document Conventions....................................................................................................3 Acronyms and Abbreviations...........................................................................................3 Disclaimer........................................................................................................................3 SECTION 2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION........................................................................................4 RFID Tags......................................................................................................................4 Reader Network Components.........................................................................................4 SECTION 3. SPECIFICATIONS AND DIAGRAMS........................................................................5 Reader Specification........................................................................................................5 Antenna Specification.......................................................................................................6 Reader Diagram...............................................................................................................6 Connections Diagram.......................................................................................................7 SECTION 4. INSTALLATION....................................................................................................8 LEDs and Connectors......................................................................................................8 Installation Procedure.......................................................................................................9 SECTION 5. CAUTIONS, NOTES, AND APPROVALS...............................................................10 SECTION 6. LIMITED WARRANTY.........................................................................................11 SECTION 7. TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................................12 SECTION 8. CONTACT US...................................................................................................13 Stationary Reader User’s Manual  2001-2002 Matrics, Inc. Page 3 Section 1. Introduction This User’s Manual, designed for the Matrics, Inc. RFID system user, describes the Stationary Reader (Part# RDR-MP-001) and how to install it. Document Conventions The following conventions are used in this User’s Manual: CONVENTION DESCRIPTION Hyperlink Click marked text to immediately move to information (or web site). Example: http://www.matricsrfid.com 1. Numbered list Provides step-by-step procedures for performing an action • Bulleted list Provides grouped information, not procedural steps Acronyms and Abbreviations The following acronyms and abbreviations are used in this User’s Manual: ACRONYM DEFINITION IC Integrated Circuit OOK On Off Keyed RFID Radio Frequency Identification TBD To Be Determined Disclaimer While Matrics has committed its best efforts to providing accurate information and timely updates to this User’s Manual, we assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained herein, and we reserve the right to make changes to this User’s Manual without notice. Stationary Reader User’s Manual  2001-2002 Matrics, Inc. Page 4 Section 2. System Description Matrics develops and markets Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) that is effective and affordable by offering a combination of low cost, long read range, and a very high read rate unmatched by other RFID systems. A typical Matrics RFID system consists of three components: • Silicon-based RFID tags, • Reader network components (readers, antennas, cables, power supplies, CAT3 cable termination blocks, etc.), and • Your choice of Host/PC controller with system management software. RFID Tags Tags can be purchased as thin, flexible smart label inlays that can be incorporated into standard laminated paper or plastic to create inexpensive stick-on or embedded labels. Matrics smart labels can uniquely identify items up and down the supply chain, such as products in-process, pallets, boxes, trays, and totes. With an innovative approach that removes the circuit complexity from the integrated circuit (IC), Matrics UHF tags are simple and inexpensive to produce. The ultra lean chip design requires low power and consequently produces powerful read ranges. Each chip is extremely secure and tamper-proof, because the unique ID is programmed very early in the manufacturing process and cannot be altered. Reader Network Components The Matrics RFID Reader provides all of the RF and control functions required to power and communicate with Matrics passive RFID tags. It sends digital data to the tag (through one antenna at any given time) on a pulse width modulated On Off Keyed (OOK) transmitter signal, demodulates the identification signal received from the tag, and then sends the data to a host control device. The Matrics Reader system is structured to allow for flexibility in system configurations and in the arrangement of read points to optimize coverage at a low overall cost. In its maximum configuration, a single Reader can support a total of thirty-two (32) lower performance antennas [with eight (8) lower performance antennas attached to each of up to four (4) multiplexers attached to a Reader], or four (4) high performance antennas attached directly to a Reader. Any combination (up to the maximum) of high performance antennas (directly attached to t…

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Block Diagram PLL VCO Modulato r Power Amp Direct Conversion Receiver LPF 4 to 1 Mux 4 to 1 Mux RX Antenna 0 RX Antenna 1 RX Antenna 2 RX Antenna 3 TX Antenna 0 TX Antenna 1 TX Antenna 2 TX Antenna 3 DSP Micro Processor RS-485 Host

FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Response to TCB findings We have identified these issues following our review: 1. The antenna gain is 6.7 dB from the manual which is more than the 6 dB allowed. Please explain. Response – revised manual supplied. 2. The photos of the test setup show only one antenna while the unit can have up to four antennas attached. Please provide radiated emissions data for the unit in a maximum configuration with four antennas. Response – see clarification letter. 3. Please provide data responsive to the 15.31(e) voltage variations requirement. Response – revised test report supplied. 4. Please supply a revised manual with the RF exposure statement changed to reflect the 2 m people/antenna separation distance. Response – revised manual supplied. 5. As the antenna connector is not unique please make the case for professional installation. Response - The antenna connector is not unique, however, the antenna system is since we implemented the 10K ohm resistor & reader recognition system. The transmitter will not operate with any antenna other than the one provided by the manufacturer. The transmitter must sense the specific antenna or it will not transmit. 6. The label does not include the 15.19(a)(3) statement. Response – new label design supplied. 7. Please supply details of the label material and the adhesive. Response - The material we will use is a Mylar material made by Kroy to be used in the Kroy K225 On-Line Labeler. It has a permanent adhesive. The part number is 2479600. Please let me know if this is sufficient information for you.

FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 External photos

Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0001 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0011 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0002 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0012 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0003 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0013 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0004 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0014 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0005 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0015 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0006 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0016 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Serial No.: 0000-0000-0000-0007 Hardware No.: 10002000-001 Node Address: __________________________ 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. MADE IN USA Matrics  Stationary Reader Part No.: RDR-MP-001 FCC ID: PY…

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Operational Description Matrics, Inc. technology makes Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) effective and affordable by offering a combination of low cost, long read range, and a very high read rate unmatched by other RFID systems. A typical Matrics, Inc. RFID system consists of three components: *Silicon-based RFID tags, *Reader network components (readers, antennas, cables, power supplies, wire blocks, etc.), and *Your choice of Host/PC controller with system management software. Tags can be purchased as thin, flexible smart label inlays that can be incorporated into standard laminated paper or plastic to create inexpensive stick-on or embedded labels. Matrics, Inc. smart labels can uniquely identify items up and down the supply chain, such as products in-process, pallets, boxes, trays, and totes. With an innovative approach that removes the circuit complexity from the integrated circuit (IC), Matrics, Inc. UHF tags are simple and inexpensive to produce. The ultra lean chip design requires low power and consequently produces powerful read ranges. Each chip is extremely secure and tamperproof, because the unique ID is programmed very early in the manufacturing process and cannot be altered. The Matrics, Inc. RFID Tag Reader provides all of the RF and control functions required to power and communicate with Matrics, Inc. passive RFID tags. It sends digital data to the tag via the antenna on a pulse width modulated On Off Keyed (OOK) transmitter signal, demodulates the identification signal received from the tag, and then sends the data to a host control device. The Matrics, Inc. Reader system is structured to allow for flexibility in system configurations and in the arrangement of read points to optimize coverage at a low overall cost. Four high performance antennas can be attached to one reader that support a total of thirty-two (32) low performance antennas. The system also employs a unique, patented reader-driven interrogation protocol that allows up to one thousand (1,000) tags to be read each second. This powerful read rate supplies the muscle to overcome interference in noisy environment, and to guarantee acceptable read rates at each read point when large numbers of antennas are multiplexed together. Readers can be powered either locally or through the network cable in the event there is not a local power source near by, and to minimize overall network infrastructure costs.

Prediction of MPE limit at a given distance Equation from page 18 of OET Bulletin 65, Edition 97-01 where:S = power density P = power input to the antenna G = power gain of the antenna in the direction of interest relative to an isotropic radiator R = distance to the center of radiation of the antenna Maximum peak output power at antenna input terminal:30.00 (dBm) Maximum peak output power at antenna input terminal:1000 (mW) Antenna gain(typical):6 (dBi) Maximum antenna gain: 3.981072 (numeric) Prediction distance:200 (cm) Prediction frequency:924 (MHz) MPE limit for uncontrolled exposure at prediction frequency:0.6 (mW/cm^2) Power density at prediction frequency:0.00792 (mW/cm^2) Maximum allowable antenna gain: 24.79421 (dBi) 2 4R PG S π =

Nemko Test Report: 1L0655RUS1 Applicant: Matrics, Inc. 8850 Stanford Blvd. Suite 3000 Columbia, Md. 21045 Equipment Under Test: RDR-MP-001 (E.U.T.) In Accordance With: FCC Part 15, Subpart C, 15.247 Frequency Hopping Transmitters Tested By: Nemko Dallas Inc. 802 N. Kealy Lewisville, Texas 75057-3136 Authorized By: Tom Tidwell, RF Group Manager Date: 12/18/01 Total Number of Pages: 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Table of Contents Section 1. Summary of Test Results.......................................................................3 Section 2. Equipment Under Test (E.U.T.)............................................................5 Section 3. Powerline Conducted Emissions...........................................................8 Section 4. Channel Separation..............................................................................11 Section 5. Pseudorandom Hopping Algorithm.....................................................13 Section 6. Time of Occupancy..............................................................................14 Section 7. Occupied Bandwidth ...........................................................................16 Section 8. Peak Power Output ..............................................................................21 Section 9. Spurious Emissions (Antenna Conducted)..........................................22 Section 10. Spurious Emissions (Radiated) .........................................................26 Section 11. Test Equipment List...........................................................................32 ANNEX A - TEST DETAILS...............................................................................33 ANNEX B - TEST DIAGRAMS...........................................................................43 Page 2 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Section 1. Summary of Test Results Manufacturer: Telenexus, Inc. Model No.: RDR-MP-001 Serial No.: P-0005 General: All measurements are traceable to national standards. These tests were conducted on a sample of the equipment for the purpose of demonstrating compliance with Part 15, Subpart C, Paragraph 15.247 for Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum devices. Radiated tests were conducted is accordance with ANSI C63.4-1992. Radiated emissions are made on an open area test site. A description of the test facility is on file with the FCC. New Submission Production Unit Class II Permissive Change Pre-Production Unit Family Listing THIS TEST REPORT RELATES ONLY TO THE ITEM(S) TESTED. THE FOLLOWING DEVIATIONS FROM, ADDITIONS TO, OR EXCLUSIONS FROM THE TEST SPECIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN MADE. See “ Summary of Test Data”. NVLAP LAB CODE: 100426-0 Nemko Dallas Inc. authorizes the above named company to reproduce this report provided it is reproduced in its entirety and for use by the company’s employees only. Any use which a third party makes of this report, or any reliance on or decisions to be made based on it, are the responsibility of such third parties. Nemko Dallas Inc. accepts no responsibility for damages, if any, suffered by any third party as a result of decisions made or actions based on this report. This report applies only to the items tested. Page 3 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Summary Of Test Data NAME OF TEST PARA. NO. SPEC. RESULT Powerline Conducted Emissions 15.207(a) 48 dB
V Complies Channel Separation 15.247(a)(1) Greater of 25 kHz or 20 dB Bandwidth Complies Pseudorandom Hopping Algorithm 15.247(a)(1) Time of Occupancy 15.247(a)(1)(ii)  0.4 sec in 30 sec Complies 20 dB Occupied Bandwidth 15.247(a)(1)  1 MHz Complies Peak Power Output 15.247(b) 1 Watt Complies Spurious Emissions (Antenna Conducted) 15.247(c) -20 dBc Complies Spurious Emissions (Radiated) 15.247(c) Table 15.209(a) Complies Footnotes: Page 4 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Section 2. Equipment Under Test (E.U.T.) General Equipment Information Frequency Band: 902 – 928 MHz 2400 – 2483.5 MHz Number of Channels: >50 Channel Spacing: 500 kHz Emissions Designator: AM/OOK User Frequency Adjustment: Software controlled Page 5 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Description of Modification for Modification Filing Family List Rational Page 6 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Theory of Operation Using a unique communication protocol, the 915 MHz frequency hopping spread spectrum reader can read a passive tag over a distance of more than 10 feet. The communication protocol greatly simplifies the tag circuitry and provides the ability to passively power the tag to greater distances. The tag is completely passive and is powered by the energy it receives from the reader. Digital data is sent to the tag on a pulse width modulated On Off Keyed (OOK) transmitter signal. Data is communicated from the tag to the reader by modulated backscattered radiation. System Diagram Page 7 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Section 3. Powerline Conducted Emissions NAME OF TEST: Powerline Conducted Emissions PARA. NO.: 15.207(a) TESTED BY: David Light DATE:12/07/2001 Test Results: Complies. Measurement Data: See attached data. Measurement Uncertainty: +/- 0.7dB Page 8 of 45 Nemko Dallas FCC PART 15, SUBPART C FREQUENCY HOPPING SPREAD SPECTRUM TRANSMITTER EQUIPMENT: RDR-MP-001 PROJECT NO. 1L0655RUS1: Test Data – Powerline Conducted Emissions 802 N. Kealy Lewisville, …

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Frequency Hopping Algorithm When the reader accepts a command, a frequency is selected from a pseudo- random list of 50 frequencies. The reader interrogates transponders using this frequency for 50 msec. If at the end of 50 msec there are unread transponders in the field, the reader hops to the next frequency on the pseudo-random list and continues to interrogate transponders. This process continues until all of the transponders have been read. When the next command is received the reader selects the next frequency on the list. All 50 frequencies will be used before the first frequency is used again. The following is the pseudo random frequency list. 914.75 Mhz 920.25 Mhz 925.75 Mhz 909.25 Mhz 920.75 Mhz 907.25 Mhz 922.25 Mhz 927.25 Mhz 919.75 Mhz 906.25 Mhz 911.75 Mhz 903.75 Mhz 909.75 Mhz 917.25 Mhz 925.25 Mhz 912.25 Mhz 906.75 Mhz 917.75 Mhz 907.75 Mhz 902.75 Mhz 914.25 Mhz 924.25 Mhz 919.25 Mhz 908.25 Mhz 903.25 Mhz 910.25 Mhz 916.75 Mhz 924.75 Mhz 918.25 Mhz 923.25 Mhz 916.25 Mhz 910.75 Mhz 904.25 Mhz 913.75 Mhz 921.75 Mhz 926.75 Mhz 915.75 Mhz 911.25 Mhz 904.75 Mhz 915.25 Mhz 905.75 Mhz 921.25 Mhz 926.25 Mhz 918.75 Mhz 912.75 Mhz 923.75 Mhz 905.25 Mhz 913.25 Mhz 922.75 Mhz 908.75 Mhz

FCC ID: PYFRDRMP001 Test setup photos