3M 770, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...RFID Tracking Pad Model 770 and Model 870 Owners Manual 3M Security Systems Division 3M Center Building 225 4N 14 St Paul Minnesota 55144 1000 78 8123 7965 5 Rev B ...

Page 2: ... 2003 2005 3M All rights reserved 3M is a trademark of 3M 3M RFID Tracking Pad Owners Manual 78 8123 7965 5 Rev B ...

Page 3: ...2 Installing the 3M RFID Tracking Pad 8 Step 1 Install Tracking Pad software on your computer 8 Step 2 Determine the optimal placement for the 3M RFID Tracking Pad and the 3M RFID Reader 8 Step 3 Connect the hardware components 9 Step 4 Configure the Tracking Pad software 10 Section 3 Using the 3M RFID Tracking Pad 10 Tag reading techniques 11 Section 4 Troubleshooting 12 The 3M RFID Tracking Pad ...

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Page 5: ...lease read and observe all safety information and instructions in this manual If you are unsure about any part of this installation or of the potential hazards discussed please contact your supervisor immediately BEFORE YOU PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION PLEASE READ THE INTENDED USE STATEMENT AND ALL SAFETY MESSAGES Intended Use Statement The 3M RFID Tracking Pad Model 770 and Model 870 are designe...

Page 6: ...safety message The signal words and symbols and their meanings are shown below In addition to the symbols and words explained previously each safety message Identifies the hazard Describes what you can and should do to avoid the risk of exposure to the hazard Describes the probable consequences of not avoiding the hazard WARNING means you and or someone else MAY be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you ...

Page 7: ...bility of Repetitive Stress Injury avoid prolonged repetitive movements rest when becoming fatigued and when possible alternate job functions with other people It is recommended that the user avoid awkward reaching for items To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination from circuit boards containing lead bearing solder within the Tracking Pad and 3M RFID Reader which if not avoi...

Page 8: ...t sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada 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 3 3M RFID Reader TM 3M RFID Tracking Pad TM 3 Model 770 l 12 VDC 0 3 A S N 770XXXX N1108 FCC I...

Page 9: ...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 NO MODIFICATIONS Modifications to this device shall not be made without the written consent of The 3M Company Unauthorized modifications may void the authority granted under Fede...

Page 10: ...th Tracking Pad software the unit can track monitor and assist in locating various items equipped with RFID Tags Tracking Pad components The Tracking Pad includes the following components 3M RFID Tracking Pad 3M RFID Reader Serial cable connects the RFID Reader to a customer supplied computer Power transformer power cord 770_OM_003 Serial Cable Power Transformer RFID Reader Customer supplied Compu...

Page 11: ...RFID Tracking Pad Dimensions Length 8 5 in 21 6 cm Width 8 5 in 21 6 cm Height 0 4 in 1 0 cm Read range At least 8 in 20 3 cm with the tag in the center of the Tracking Pad Metal surfaces within two inches of the Tracking Pad will reduce the Tracking Pad s read range Weight 16 oz 454 g Environmental Operating temperature range 50 F to 104 F 10 C to 40 C Storage temperature range 40 F to 131 F 40 C...

Page 12: ...lose as 1 0 in 2 5 cm to a metal surface This will reduce the Tracking Pad s read range Place the Tracking Pad close enough to the computer so that the user can hear the verification sounds The computer generates the Tracking Pad s audible and visual cues See the system documentation for site planning guidelines RFID Reader mounting The RFID Reader can be mounted in any location that meets the env...

Page 13: ...ing Pad cable will reduce the Tracking Pad s read range 4 Plug the power transformer cable into the RFID Reader and tighten the threaded nut to secure it 5 Connect one end of the AC power cord to the power transformer and the other end to an AC power receptacle AC Power Requirements 100 240 Vac 47 to 63 Hz 0 5 A Continued on next page 770_OM_002 Tracking Pad Cable to Reader 16 ft 4 9 meter Serial ...

Page 14: ...r application CAUTION To reduce the risks associated with repeated body movement which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Operation of the Tracking Pad may involve repeated body movements To minimize possibility of Repetitive Stress Injury avoid prolonged repetitive movements rest when becoming fatigued and when possible alternate job functions with other people It is recommende...

Page 15: ...fying tag reading Most software packages used with the Tracking Pad provide both audible and visual indication of the number of tags read by the Tracking Pad For example if you place three items on the Tracking Pad you should hear three sounds and the interface software should indicate that three tags were read Refer to the software user guide delivered with your system for more information on usi...

Page 16: ...If the communications light is not ON Make sure that the Tracking Pad software delivered with your system is installed and running on your computer Check the Tracking Pad software to make sure that the correct serial port is selected Make sure that the serial cable that runs from the reader to your computer is completely plugged in and that no pins are bent See the user documentation delivered wit...

Page 17: ...e using the correct tag reading techniques See Figure 2 on page 11 The 3M RFID Tracking Pad does not always read all the tags placed on the Tracking Pad What to check 1 Make sure that you are not trying to read blank tags invalid tags or disabled tags 2 Make sure that the tags are within the Tracking Pad s read range 3 Make sure that the item s tags are placed near the center of the Tracking Pad n...

Page 18: ... telephone Write down the Tracking Pad s serial number located on the bottom of the Tracking Pad Be ready to describe the problem and any error messages in detail 3M Service telephone numbers For any questions regarding the Tracking Pad hardware call one of the following telephone numbers In the United States 1 800 944 3512 In other countries Call your local 3M Office ...

Page 19: ...Tracking Pad The Tracking Pad may need occasional cleaning Gently rub the Tracking Pad with a soft cloth dampened with a mild cleaning solution DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners on the Tracking Pad DO NOT use any liquid cleaning solutions on the RFID Reader ...

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