Page 2 - Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2; ARE i2.0x SEMI hardware
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 2 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4 2. ARE i2.0x SEMI...............................
Page 3 - LED Process active
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 3 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.5 LED Return to standby (LRT) .................................................................................................... 19 2.3.6 LED Error (LERR) ..............................................
Page 4 - Introduction; Typical system structure; AAN Xi9F antenna
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 4 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 1. Introduction ARE i2.0x SEMI is a compact industrial reader based on an RS-232 interface. This version is compatible with SEMI applications. ARE i2.0x SEMI uses an external antenna for communication to ...
Page 5 - in
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 5 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2. ARE i2.0x SEMI ARE i2.0x SEMI works with LF hdx transponders that comply to SEMI standard 144-0312. 2.1 ARE i2.0x SEMI hardware 2.1.1 Dimensions ARE i2.0x SEMI 2.1.2 Protection Class Protection Class i...
Page 6 - Mounting and grounding
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 6 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.1.4 Mounting and grounding Mounting is recommended via the top hat rail connector on the back of the unit. Note: Grounding of the unit can be achieved by grounding the top hat rail. The top hat rail con...
Page 7 - Read Range for SEMI Applications using AAN Xi9F
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 7 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx The antenna AAN Xi9F is connected via a 3-pin connector on top of ARE i2.0x SEMI. ARE i2.0x SEMI uses an external antenna AAN Xi9F. There are air core coil transponders like disks and ferrite core coil tr...
Page 9 - Firmware ARE i2.0x SEMI; for instructions without parameter; BD; PARAMETER
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 9 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2 Firmware ARE i2.0x SEMI 2.2.1 Instruction Set Communication with ARE i2.0x SEMI is based on a simple ASCII text based protocol. The host sends text based telegrams to ARE i2.0x SEMI and receives text ...
Page 10 - VER; limits the reading process duration to exactly one reading cycle
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 10 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2.4 VER VER – Reader firmware version VER is used to get the actual reader firmware version. Input format: VER <CR> Hex: 56 45 52 0D ASCII: ‘V’ ‘E’ ‘R’ <CR> Output (example): ARE i2.0x V_1....
Page 11 - GT
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 11 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2.6 GT GT – Get Tag GT is used to retrieve the transponder UID. GT uses TOR parameter to define the time during which the reader continuously looks for a transponder without the need for the host to ge...
Page 12 - WD; – continuous read mode
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 12 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2.8 WD WD – Write transponder memory page WD is used to write to individual memory page of a transponder in the field. WD uses TOR parameter during which the reader continuously looks for a transponder...
Page 13 - NID
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 13 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2.10 NID NID – Double reading of UID to ensure consistency in EMV polluted environment. NID is used to double read a transponder UID to ensure consistency in an EMV polluted environment. The transponde...
Page 14 - LD
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 14 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx Input format: CID<SP>1<CR> Hex: 43 4E 20 31 ASCII: ‘C’ ‘N’ <SP> ‘1’ Output (example): 0x1<CR> Hex: 31 0D ASCII: ‘1’ <CR> 2.2.13 LD LD – lock memory page LD is used to lock a...
Page 15 - INIT; The error code is comprised of a two digit ASCII coded number.; Error code; Unknown instruction
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 15 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.2.15 INIT INIT – Restore standard parameters. Command needs to be followed up by VSAVE in order to permanently store the parameters. Input format: INIT<CR> Hex: 49 4E 49 54 0D ASCII: ‘I’ ‘N’ ‘I’ ...
Page 16 - LED instruction set
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 16 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3 LED instruction set ARE i2.0 SEMI employs a multi-color LED to signal different modes. Basically below colors can be created: The user can choose any color apart from white. This color is reserved fo...
Page 17 - Standby mode is active if no other instructions are carried out.
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 17 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.1 LED Standby (LSTB) Standby color is Cyan, no flash. Input format: LSTB<SP> 01101<CR> Hex: 4C 53 54 42 20 30 ... 31 0D ASCII: ‘L’ ‘S’ ‘T’ ‘B’ <SP> ‘0’ ... ’1’ <CR> Output: 01...
Page 18 - LED Transponder number successfully read (LRD); Successful read color is green, no flash
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 18 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.3 LED Transponder number successfully read (LRD) Successful read color is green, no flash Input format: LRD<SP> 01001<CR> Hex: 4C 52 44 20 30 31 ... 31 0D ASCII: ‘L’ ‘R’ ‘D’ <SP> ‘0...
Page 19 - Error color is
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 19 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.5 LED Return to standby (LRT) Some modes require ARE i2.0x SEMI to go back to standby. The time until this happens is set by using the LRT command. Input format: LRT<SP>time<CR> Hex: 4C 5...
Page 20 - Activating Process active; LED color is yellow, flashing; Deactivating Process active
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 20 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.7 LED Process active In case of multiple commands being sent to the chip (e.g. rd and wd instructions), it may be necessary to control LED functionality manually. The LED Process active instruction s...
Page 21 - LED Process status; Successful Process; LED color is green, not flashing; Not Successful Process; LED color is
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 21 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.8 LED Process status LED Process status is used to indicate the status of a process, after it is performed. Successful Process LED color is green, not flashing Input format: LPS<SP> 01001<CR...
Page 22 - OD
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 22 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 2.3.9 LED Setup help (FLED) In order to locate the respective ARE i2.0 SEMI hooked up to a particular RS 232 port, the instruction FLED is used. This instruction flashes the LED in white for 10 seconds. ...
Page 23 - System implementation; Power supply
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 23 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 3. System implementation 3.1 Power supply SEMI industry uses hdx LF RFID technology. This particular method relies on field gaps, where the RFID field is switched off. In this gap the transponder answers...
Page 24 - FCC Statement; Valid for ARE i2.0x SEMI; Information to the user.
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 24 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 4. FCC Statement 4.1 ARE i2.0x SEMI Valid for ARE i2.0x SEMI Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) Statement §15.21 You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part r...
Page 25 - Release, Change Protocol; Release first edition
Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2 Version: 13 Page: 25 / 26 Manual ARE i2.0x SEMI release V2.docx 5. Release, Change Protocol Revision: Date: Changes: Author: 01 28.05.2023 Release first edition NK 02 09.06.2023 Details added NK
