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TITAN
Quick Start Guide
Version 0.46
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Star systems Titan Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating Temperature-20°C to +55°C
ProtocolEPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C
Antenna Ports4
Data InterfaceEthernet
Communication InterfaceEthernet
Power Supply12V DC

Summary

Attention and Safety

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Minimum separation distance for antennas and co-location restrictions for the transmitter.

Site License Disclaimer

User responsibility for site licensing for FCC Part 90 regulations, including fees and forms.

Changes or Modifications Warning

Warning that unauthorized modifications may void the user's authority to operate the Titan RFID reader.

Class A Device Compliance

Compliance with FCC Part 15 limits for Class A digital devices in commercial environments.

Antenna Approval Requirements

Approved antenna types and gain limitations for the radio transmitter to ensure compliance.

Professional Installation and Regulatory Compliance

Professional Installation Requirements

Need for professional installation to set transmitter power and comply with regulatory limits.

Information on Regulatory Regions

Reader operates on authorized frequencies locked by manufacturer per region.

FCC Part 90 Regulatory Compliance

Radiated power limits and calculation for FCC Part 90 regulatory region, including ERP and dBd gain.

FCC Part 15.247 Regulatory Compliance

Radiated power limits and calculation for FCC Part 15.247 regulatory region, including EIRP and dBi gain.

User Guide Overview and Disclaimers

Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

SSI's disclaimer of warranties and limitation of liability for product use and data.

Safety Precautions and Warnings

Importance of reading warnings and cautions for safe handling and operation of RFID equipment.

TITAN Product Introduction

Getting Started with Titan

Guide for quick installation, configuration, and operation of the Titan UHF RFID reader.

What is the Titan Reader?

Description of Titan as a high-performance Multi-Protocol UHF reader for high-speed tolling.

Unpacking the Titan Reader

Recommendation to save packing material and what is included in the documentation package.

Required Cables and Accessories

List of potential cables needed and recommendation to contact SSI for purchase.

Installation and Wiring Guide

Site Planning and Connections Overview

Importance of site plan, frequencies, and overview of connection types.

DC Power Connection Details

Details for connecting DC power, input voltage range, and measurement recommendation.

Network (LAN) and PoE+ Connection Details

Usage of LAN connector for Ethernet and PoE+ connections.

Controller Area Network (CAN) Connection Details

Use of CAN connector for dense reader populations and specific protocols.

GPIO / Serial Connection Details

Use of GPIO/Serial connector for serial communications and I/O capabilities.

RF Ports for Antenna Connections

Support for up to 4 antenna connections simultaneously with various protocols.

Connector Pinout Details

Ethernet Connector Pinout

Details for the 8-position M12 socket Ethernet connector.

Power Connector Pinout

Details for the 4-position M12 plug Power connector.

GPIO/RS232 Connector Pinout

Details for the 12-position M12 socket GPIO/RS232 connector.

CAN Connector Pinout

Details for the 5-position M12 socket CAN connector.

Detailed Connector Specifications

CAN Connector Specifications

Pinout and signal description for the CAN connector (CANH, CANL, GND).

Ports 1-4 Specifications

Pinout and signal description for RF ports (RF, GND).

GPIO/Serial Connector Specifications

Pinout and signal description for GPIO/Serial connector (GPO, GPI, Tx, Rx, RTS, CTS).

Reader Placement and Electrical Considerations

Reader Placement Guidelines

Factors for site plan development including mounting, layout, and alignment.

Electrical Considerations for Cabling

Importance of cable length for power loss and minimum voltage requirement for operation.

Visual Indicators and Mounting

Top Panel Visual Indicators (LEDs)

Description of Power, LAN, Transmitter, and Receiver LEDs and their color meanings.

Mounting Instructions

Recommendation for mounting the reader on a vertical, flat surface with connectors facing down.

General Purpose Inputs & Outputs

Open Collector Outputs Explained

Explanation of using open collector outputs as relays for loads like lamps or relay coils.

Open Collector Output Limits

DC supply voltage limit (30V) and collector current limit (250mA) for open collector outputs.

Isolated Input Circuit Details

Optically Isolated Inputs Explained

Use of isolated inputs for triggering RFID read cycles or stopping them via PLC signals.

Isolated Input Voltage Limits

External PLC supply voltage limit (12-30V) and LED current limit (20mA) for isolated inputs.

Serial and CAN Network Configuration

Default Serial Connection Settings

Default serial parameters: 115.2 Kbps, 8 bits, 1 start bit, 1 stop bit, no parity.

CAN Network Configuration Options

Use of CAN for synchronization and zone control, and types of connections (Series Drop, End Node).

Configuration Methods

Text Stream Interface (TSI) Configuration

ASCII text protocol for interacting with the reader via TCP/IP socket on port 50007.

Logging In Procedures

Information on guest and administrator login levels and default passwords.

Command Line Interface Usage

Support for TSI interface for reader configuration, testing, and operation.

Web Server Configuration

Support for an embedded web server for reader configuration, testing, and operation.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No LED Indicators Turn On

Steps to troubleshoot power issues, including DC input voltage and PoE switch compliance.

No LAN Connectivity

Steps to troubleshoot LAN connectivity, including serial cable checks and IP address settings.

Transmitter Will Not Turn On

Checks for antenna 'Return Loss' and valid protocols when the transmitter is not active.

Antenna Detection Problems

Steps to diagnose antenna detection issues, including using a known termination.

Advanced Troubleshooting and RF Channelization

Tag Detection Problems

Steps to troubleshoot tag detection, including confirming antennas, transmitter power, and RF survey.

RF Channelization Guidelines

Enforcement of channelization for ISO/ATA, Title-21, and PS111 protocols to avoid interference.

Product Warranty Information

Hardware Product Warranty Details

One-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship for hardware products.

Warranty Exclusions

List of conditions that void the warranty, such as abuse or unauthorized modifications.

RMA Procedure for Service

Steps for obtaining an RMA number and shipping products for warranty inspection or repair.

Disclaimer of Warranties

SSI's disclaimer of all other express or implied warranties.

Limitation of Liability

SSI's limitation on consequential, indirect, or punitive damages.

About Star Systems International

Company Overview

SSI as a market leader in RFID solutions for vehicle identification.

Technical Support Resources

Information on downloading documents and accessing technical support via the SSI website.

Contact Information

Contact details for headquarters, India branch, and North America/EMEA/Latin America/Taiwan offices.