Read Only Reader RS427 RS427-Series Read Only Readers Features • Compact, Versatile ® Reader scort Memory Systems (EMS) offers a ideal for use in factory automation environ- • Menu Configurable Ecomplete family of field-proven Read ments where space is at a premium. (RS232) Only Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) The RS427 Reader is the only interface neces- • String Configurable products and network interface modules. The (RS485) sary between the user’s host computer and the system consists of Tags, Readers and ancillary • RS485 Multidrop information in the equipment. Tags can be attached to a prod- Interface Read Only Tags. COMPACT uct or its carrier and act as an electronic iden- • RS232 Point-to-Point The RS232 version Interface tifier, job sheet, portable database or manifest. communicates READER WITH • Low Cost Tags are read and updated via an EMSReader through the serial • No Moving Parts through any non-conductive material while INTEGRATED port and features moving or stationary. Applications an easy to use set- ANTENNA • Material Handling The RS427-Series Read Only Readers are up menu system. • Sortation Systems extremely compact units housed in a durable, The RS485 version • Work-in-Progress two part ABS plastic enclosure, able to with- is string configurable through the serial port. Monitoring stand harsh environments. The RS427 is avail- • Quality Control Technical Description able with a RS485 multidrop interface (Mux32 The RS427 interface block contains the power Use With protocol), or RS232 point-to-point interface, supply, logic, serial interface and the external • ES600-Series Tags and either a horizontal or vertical read head. connections. The Read head block contains • RS427-10 Read-Only The two parts of the RS427, the interface Reader, RS232 the integrated Antenna and the analog trans- block and the Read head block, are ordered Interface Block ceiver. The built-in Antenna radiates a low fre- separately to meet the needs of the specific • RS427-20 Read-Only quency, low power signal which is captured by application. The RS427 supports EMS’ ES600- Reader, RS485 the Tag and used to power the Tag’s internal Interface Block Series Read Only Tags and are best used in custom IC. The Tag then returns a phase •CM11 / CM12 applications where fixed codes are required DeviceNet Modules modulated signal containing the information and bar code labeling is not appropriate. The • CM21 InterBus-S Module stored in the Tag. Error checking routines Tags contain no moving parts, and provide • CM30-Series Profibus ensure that the Tag data is correctly received practically unlimited life with absolutely no Modules by the Antenna even in environments of heavy • CM40-Series Modbus maintenance requirements. In a typical applica- RF interference. The RS427’s small size, high Plus Modules tion, the Read Only Tag is attached to a pallet performance and flexibility combined with the • CM52 Remote I/O or part in a production process. Once Module assortment of Read Only Tags make it a pow- attached, the Tag will last the lifetime of the • CM900 / CM1000 erful solution to Read Only applications. pallet and allow the RFID Reader to identify •CM1746 RFID Module the pallet at any point. • MM80MicroMux Bus Module The small size and industry standard limit • Any RS232 and switch body of the RS427 Reader makes it RS485 Host RFID Solutions for Your Application – Call: 831/438-7000 Fax: 831/438-5768 Web: www.ems-rfid.com © 1999, Escort Memory Systems, Inc. Publication #17-5076 RS427-Series Read Only Readers Electrical Supply Voltage 24VDC ±10% Current 150mA RF Interface Data Transfer Rate 15msec Per Read Interface RS232 Baud Rate 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 Parity Odd, Even, None Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Max. Cable Length 50ft. (15m) RS485 (Mux32) Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Max. Cable Length 4000ft. (1219m) Mechanical Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D) 4.68 x 1.79 x 1.57in. (119 x 45 x 40mm) Enclosure ABS Plastic Environment Operating Temperature -4° to 120°F (-20° to 49°C) Storage Temperature -40° to 185°F (-40° to 85°C) Humidity 95% Non-Condensing Protection Class NEMA 12 (IP65) Read Ranges RS427-Series Read Only Readers Reading Ranges with ES600-Series Read Only Tags (inches/mm)* Tags Readers ES620(HT) ES650(HT) Typ. 1.57/40 2.59/66 RS427-01 Guar. 1.26/32 2.09/53 Typ. 1.57/40 2.59/66 RS427-02 Guar. 1.26/32 2.09/53 Typ. 1.77/45 2.76/70 RS427-03 Guar. 1.42/36 2.20/56 Typ. 1.38/35 3.35/85 RS427-04 Guar. 1.10/28 2.68/68 * Proximity to metal, CRT devices and other sources of electromagnetic radiation may affect the range of the Antenna. RFID Solutions for Your Application – Call: 831/438-7000 Fax: 831/438-5768 Web: www.ems-rfid.com RS427 Read Only Reader RS427-Series Read Only Readers Mechanical Dimensions RS427-03 Tubular 18mm Antenna Electrical Connection Terminal Type RS427-10 RS427-20 1 Output RS232TX RS485+ 2 Input RS232RX RS485- 3 Power +24VDC +24VDC 4 Input Presence Presence 5 Power Ground Ground RFID Solutions for Your Application – Call: 831/438-7000 Fax: 831/438-5768 Web: www.ems-rfid.com RS427-Series Read Only Readers Tag-to-Antenna Orientation Available Models Model Description RS427-01 Read Only Reader, Vertical Read Head RS427-02 Read Only Reader, Horizontal Read Head RS427-03 Read Only Reader, Remote 18mm Tubular Antenna RS427-04 Read Only Reader Conveyor Antenna RS427-10 Read Only Reader, RS232 Interface Controller Block RS427-20 Read Only Reader, RS485 Interface Controller Block, Requires 00-1066 Programming Cable for Configuration Accessories Model Description 00-1066 Programming Cable for RS427-20, Includes Power Supply and Configuration Software RFID Solutions for Your Application – Call: 83 RFID Solutions for Your Application – Call: 83 1 1 /438-7000 Fax: 83 /438-7000 Fax: 831 1 /438-5768 Web: www.ems-rfid.com /438-5768 Web: www.ems-rfid.com 3 Victor Square, Scotts Valley, California 95066 USA E-mail: info@ems-rfid.com 3 Victor Square, Scotts Valley, California 95066 E-mail: info@ems-rfid.com