SENTINEL-SENSE 2.6 EA Installation & Operation Manual

SENTINEL-SENSE 2.6 EA Installation & Operation Manual

AWID’s Sentinel-Sense 2.6 EA is a long-range (12 to 15 feet) Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID) reader module with RS-232 I/O interface that works with most leading passive UHF passive tags. The reader module comes with a unique combination of long read range, small size, and low power consumption. The reader module has an internal power converter, allowing it to work with a wide range of supply inputs without affecting its performance. Its primary applications are asset management and tracking, and fleet management applications.

The 2.6 EA reader modules are delivered with firmware version 2.xxM. In order to operate an 2.6 EA you will need the following: PC running Windows 98 or higher, CD-ROM drive and one RS-232 serial port. Host software (AWIDs demo software or your own custom software)

MEASURING READ DISTANCE
Make sure you know the tag types. For certain readers and tags, user must also be mindful of the tags orientation and the readers antenna orientation, what mounting surface the tags are designed for and how the tags are supposed to be mounted. Any departure from its intended purpose will drastically affect the readers ability to energize the tag and its read range.

When measuring the readers read range, make sure that the tag is properly oriented to the reader antenna, and for optimum performance, be sure the operators finger is not within three (3) inches of the tags antenna surface.

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Transio TCF-90-M/S User Manual

Transio TCF-90-M/S User Manual

The TCF-90 is a compact sized, high-speed, RS-232 to optical fiber converter that extends RS-232 transmission from 15 meters to 5 km (TCF-90-M, multi-mode) or 40 km (TCF-90-S, single-mode), without using external power. The TCF-90 is designed to get power from the attached serial port. A pair of TCF-90 converters can be used to connect two RS-232 serial devices to each other in full duplex transmission mode using optical fiber. Moreover, the TCF-90 isolates the devices from dangerous increases in ground potential, ground loops, and electrical EMI/RFI noise. This greatly reduces RF radiation and susceptibility to electromagnetic radiation to enhance data security.

Installation
Typical Applications
Connecting RS-232 devices to the TCF-90 is easy. The ST-type optical fiber connector is designed especially for data communication applications that transmit data between or within buildings. The TCF-90 can be used for industrial applications and for applications that require secure data transfer.

Port Power Dissipation
When installing an RS-232 port-powered TCF-90 converter, pay attention to the power consumption, RS-232 cable length, and the power provided by the serial port. In general, the TCF-90 gets 70 mW from the power source; a standard COM port on a host PC can provide 70 to 90 mW of power if the TxD, RTS, and DTR lines are connected. Moreover, the RS-232 cable length should be shorter than 15 m (@ 9600 bps) to ensure that less power is lost as the host/device supplies power to the TCF-90. The rest of the supplied power is used for transmitting the optical fiber signal.

Serial Port Power Compatibility
Serial ports can use any of a number of diverse interface chips, but the power provided by the different types of ports is not always the same. In fact, some ports do not supply enough power to activate the TCF-90.

The on-board COM1 and COM2 ports seldom have problems. The table shows the MOXA serial cards and serial-to-Ethernet device servers that can be used as a good power source to drive the TCF-90 when their RTS/DTR signals are connected and in the ON state.

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MSR210D SERIES Magnetic Stripe Card Reader Keyboard Interface Simple Manual

MSR210D SERIES Magnetic Stripe Card Reader Keyboard Interface Simple Manual

The MSR210D Series Keyboard Interface Magnetic Card Reader is ideal for retail systems, time keeping systems, security systems and the card reader related systems. The MSR210D series are designed to offer the user a card reader solution that will complement many applications. Triple track MSR210D reader is uniquely designed to read both credit cards and Driver Licenses (AAMVA and California standard).

FEATURES
1 LED and Buzzer indicators indicate the status of reader.
2 Single, dual, or triple track versions allow to reading ISO, AAMVA and DMV cards.
3 User-friendly setting directly by keyboard.
4 PC could be powered on with MSR210D attached and without keyboard connected.
5 Programmable data output.
6 Compact size that can be mounted on keyboard or any flat surface.
7 Firmware download (Note: It can’t be executed via Notebook PC.)

How to enter Configuration Mode
1. Power off PC, connect the reader with PC and then power on.
2. Execute text editor program such as Microsoft Word, Notepad, DOS PE2, Edit, …etc.
3. Press and hold [Left-Ctrl], [Left-Alt] and [F10] keys in order to enter Configuration Mode.
4. Operating step-by-step following instructions as shown on the screen.
5. While in Configuration Mode, the green LED is always blinking. After exiting this Configuration Mode, the reader will be reset automatically.
6. The main menu of Configuration Mode

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KC Wirefree Bluetooth Starter Kit User’s Manual

KC Wirefree Bluetooth Starter Kit User’s Manual

KC Wirefree Bluetooth module offer simple yet compact Bluetooth platform for embedded application. Since it comes with surface mount layout, starter kits have been developed to ease user to explore the possible development and application.

This document describes the use and starting guide for KC Wirefree Bluetooth starter kit. For details of KC Wirefree Bluetooth module, please refer to data sheet or beginner guide document which can be downloaded at www.cytron.com.my KC Wirefree Bluetooth Starter Kit, SKKCA has been designed for 5V TTL logic interface, no extra voltage divider is necessary. With minimum interface, it is ready to connect to microcontroller for embedded Bluetooth development.

Furthermore, on board USB to UART converter offer easy yet reliable communication to PC for functionality test or even creating Bluetooth wireless connection.

It has been designed with capabilities and features of:
• Either KC21 or KC11 mounted
• USB Plug and Play UART function
• 5V powered
• 5V UART interface, ready for microcontroller interface
• Default baud rate of 115.2Kbps
• Compact yet easy and reliable platform
• As USB Bluetooth dongle
• As serial port replacement (wireless)

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