The IDENTEC SOLUTIONS i-B350L -CC is an active RFID broadcast tag designed for industrial applications such as tracking, tracing, and identification of assets and facilities with wide access and area control. It utilizes advanced UHF radio frequency technology, operating in the 850 – 928 MHz UHF band, and can transmit data over distances up to 500 meters (1600 feet) to portable or fixed readers. The tag is designed for long-term operation, with a maintenance-free lifespan of up to eight years.
Function Description:
The i-B350L -CC tag is a state-of-the-art generation of active RFID tags that provide highly accurate, real-time data collection without human intervention in wireless applications. Its primary functions include:
- Identification: Uniquely identifying assets and personnel.
- Tracking and Tracing: Monitoring the movement and location of items within a defined area.
- Localization: Pinpointing the precise location of tagged objects.
- Measurements Monitoring: Potentially collecting and transmitting sensor data, although the manual primarily focuses on identification and location.
The tag is configured using the i-PROG M350L programming device. Configuration involves setting parameters such as Ping Rate, Burst behavior, and User Data Length. The tag can be configured to broadcast messages with specific user data, and the burst behavior can be adjusted to optimize communication in various environments.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Communication Technology: Active RFID, UHF Broadcast communication.
- Operation Mode: Tag.
- Read Range: Up to 500 meters (1600 feet) to i-PORT M352, i-PORT BT USB, iPOINT readers.
- Operating Frequency: UHF ISM Band: 868 MHz (EU) or 920 MHz (NA).
- Transmit Power: <1mW.
- Data Identification Code: 48-bit fixed ID.
- Configuration: Configurable via i-PROG M350L.
- Ping Rate: Configurable from 0.5 to 300 seconds in steps of 0.5 seconds.
- Number of Bursts: Configurable from 0 to 15.
- Broadcast User Data: Up to 50 Bytes.
- Power Source: Lithium Battery (non-replaceable).
- Operating Temperature: -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F).
- Humidity: 10% to 95% relative humidity @ 30°C.
- Shock: EN 60068-2-32: Multiple drops to concrete from 1m (3ft), 5 times.
- Vibrations: EN 60068-2-64: 50G, 20 to 2000Hz, 30 minutes per axis; EN 60068-2-6: 5G, 20 sin wave cycles per axis, 5-500Hz.
- Dimensions: 104.5 x 58.4 x 12.0 mm (4.1 x 2.3 x 0.47 inches).
- Enclosure Material: Plastic (Luran® S) light grey.
- Enclosure Rating: IP 52.
- Compliance: CE (EN 300 220-1,-2,-3; EN 301 489-1,-3; EN 62368-1, EN 60950), FCC Part 15 (US), IC RSS210.
Usage Features:
- Versatile Mounting: The credit card holder housing provides mounting possibilities for an ID card and is ideally suited for personnel safety applications. The credit card housing is designed to be worn by personnel via necklace or in a pocket, and provides mounting possibilities for an ID card.
- Long-Range Communication: The i-B350L CC active RFID tag is capable of transmitting data over significant distances, up to 500 meters, enabling wide-area coverage for tracking and identification.
- Configurable Broadcasts: The tag's broadcast behavior can be customized through the i-PROG M350L programming device. Users can set the Ping Rate (interval between broadcasts), the number of bursts per broadcast, and the user data transmitted.
- Bursting for Collision Avoidance: The tag utilizes a bursting mechanism with multiple timeslots to avoid collisions between tags, especially in environments with many tags broadcasting simultaneously. This ensures reliable data transmission even in dense tag populations.
- User Data Flexibility: The tag supports up to 50 bytes of user data, allowing for the transmission of specific information relevant to the application.
- Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions: Users are advised to take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge when handling the unit, including establishing earth contact, avoiding unnecessary contact with unit connectors and assemblies, and using antistatic tools.
- Safety Instructions: The manual emphasizes that the system should only be operated by trained employees who understand the potential dangers and proper installation, settings, maintenance, and repair procedures.
Maintenance Features:
- Maintenance-Free Lifespan: The i-B350L CC tag is designed for a long, maintenance-free lifespan of up to eight years, primarily due to its non-replaceable lithium battery.
- Regular Cleaning: The surface of the device should be cleaned with a brush or compressed air. If the device has come into contact with greasy or oily substances, a soft cloth moistened with a mild rinsing agent should be used. Do not use cleaning products containing chemical additives.
- Precautionary Maintenance: Regular checks of the system are recommended. Unstable connections can lead to damage and malfunctions, which should be repaired as soon as possible.
- Firmware Updates: The firmware is stored in a FLASH memory and can be updated if needed, ensuring the device can benefit from future improvements and bug fixes.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual provides a checklist for troubleshooting common issues, including checking housings, cables, connectors, screws, and potential sudden malfunctions.
- Returns and Repair: In case of damage or malfunction, users are instructed to immediately inform the carrier and the IDENTEC SOLUTIONS service organization to facilitate repair or exchange of the system.
- Spare Parts: Only personnel, original products, spare parts, and replacement parts authorized by IDENTEC SOLUTIONS should be used for installation, service, and repair. Unauthorized third-party vendors are not acceptable.
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