DLP-RFID-ANT

DLP-RFIDLP8C LEAD-FREE 8-Channel Reader/Writer FEATURES: • • • • • • • • • • ISO 15693, 18000-3, 14443*, Tag-it™ HF-I Compatible Can read the UID/SID of up to 15 Tags Simultaneously 13.56MHz Reader/Writer 8 Channels for External Antenna Connections FCC/IC/CE Modular Approvals in Place USB Port Powered from Windows, CE or Linux PC Both USB and RS232 Interfaces Provided USB Interface; No Driver Development Required for Windows, CE or Linux PC Operating Temperatures: 0°C to 70°C Dimensions: (L x W x H) 4.36” x 3.32” x 0.6” APPLICATIONS INCLUDE: • • • • • • • Real-Time Security Personal Identification Pharmaceutical Tracking Inventory/Asset Management & Tracking Library/Book Management & Tracking Baggage Tagging Sports Event Timing 1.0 INTRODUCTION The DLP-RFID-LP8C is a low-cost, USB-powered module for reading from and writing to ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3, ISO14443* and Tag-it™ intelligent RFID transponder tags via up to eight external antennas. It has the ability to both read and write up to 256 bytes of data in addition to reading the unique identifier (UID/SID). All of the DLP-RFID-LP8C’s electronics reside on a single, compact PCB; and all operational power is taken from the host Windows/Windows CE/Linux PC via the USB interface. Up to eight external antennas can be connected via standard SMA connectors. * - Contact DLP Design for ISO14443 implementation information. Rev. 1.4 (November 2009) 1 © DLP Design, Inc. 2.0 APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT Demonstration source code written in Visual C++ is provided with the purchase of a DLP-RFID-LP8C module that demonstrates the communications protocol. Using the Virtual COM Port USB drivers, the DLP-RFID-LP8C appears to the host PC (Windows, Linux, Mac) as an RS232 port. 3.0 MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES (MM) 2.08 typ (53.0 typ) 0.45 typ (11.4typ) 0.12 typ (3.1 typ) 0.60 typ (15.1 typ) 0.37 typ (9.3 typ) 3.0 typ (76.2typ) 1.55 typ (39.4typ) 2.70 typ (68.6typ) 3.84 typ (97.6typ) 4.36 typ (111 typ) 2.50 typ (64 typ) 3.32 typ (84typ) Rev. 1.4 (November 2009) 2.6 typ (66typ) 2 © DLP Design, Inc. 4.0 REGULATORY AGENCY CONSIDERATIONS 4.1 AGENCY IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Compliance with the appropriate regulatory agencies is essential in the deployment of all intentional radiators. DLP Design has obtained modular approval for this RF product such that an OEM need only meet a few basic requirements in order to utilize their end product under this approval. Corresponding agency identification numbers are listed below: PART NUMBER US/FCC CAN/IC DLP-RFID-LP8C SX90LP8C 5675A-0LP8C 4.2 EXTERNAL ANTENNAS The DLP-RFID1-LP8C is approved for use with selected external antennas. Connection is made via reverse-polarity SMA connectors. Two different antennas are available from DLP Design: the DLP-FANT and the DLP-RFID-ANT. DLP-FANT DLP-RFID-ANT The DLP-FANT ferrite-based antenna provides a compact footprint for space-constrained applications and provides up to a 1.25-inch read range. The DLP-FANT requires a coax cable with a reverse-polarity SMA connector at one end for connection to the DLP-RFID-LP8C reader. This coax cable is available in a 3-foot length from DLP Design under part number DLP-COAX1. The DLP-RFID-ANT ships with an attached 15-foot coax cable with a reverse-polarity SMA connector and provides up to 4 inches of read range. Rev. 1.4 (November 2009) 3 © DLP Design, Inc. 4.3 FCC/IC REQUIREMENTS FOR MODULAR APPROVAL Any changes or modifications to the DLP-RFID-LP8C’s printed circuit board could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Operation of an unapproved antenna could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 4.4 WARNINGS 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 undesirable operation. To reduce potential radio interference with other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically-radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. This device is intended for use under the following conditions: 1. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna; and, 2. The module is approved using the FCC “unlicensed modular transmitter approval” method. As long as these two conditions are met, further transmitter testing will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end product for any additional compliance measures necessitated by the installation of this module (i.e. digital device emissions, PC peripheral requirements, etc.). Note: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (i.e. co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization is no longer valid, and the corresponding FCC ID may not be used on the final product. Under these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization. 4.5 OEM PRODUCT LABELING The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following text: “Contains TX FCC ID: SX90LP8C” 4.6 RF EXPOSURE In order to comply with FCC RF exposure-compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Rev. 1.4 (November 2009) 4 © DLP Design, Inc. 4.7 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OEM INTEGRATORS The end user should NOT be provided with any instructions on how to remove or install the DLP-RFIDLP8C. This device has been pre-certified to operate with the antenna models listed below: ƒ ƒ ƒ DLP Design Large Loop Antenna DLP Design Small Loop Antenna DLP Design Ferrite Antenna 5.0 DISCLAMER Neither the whole nor any part of the information contained herein nor the product described in this datasheet may be adapted or reproduced in any material or electronic form without the prior written consent of the copyright holder. This product and its documentation are supplied on an as-is basis, and no warranty as to their suitability for any particular purpose is either made or implied. DLP Design will not accept any claim for damages whatsoever arising as a result of use or failure of this product. Your statutory rights are not affected. This product or any variant of it is not intended for use in any medical appliance, device or system in which the failure of the product might reasonably be expected to result in personal injury. This document provides preliminary information that may be subject to change without notice. 6.0 CONTACT INFORMATION DLP Design, Inc. 1605 Roma Lane Allen, TX 75013 Phone: Fax: Email: Internet: 469-964-8027 415-901-4859 support@dlpdesign.com http://www.dlpdesign.com Rev. 1.4 (November 2009) 5 © DLP Design, Inc.