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Handheld RFID Reader Model 702 Owners Manual 3M Information and Materials Security 3M Center, Building 225-4N-14 St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000 www.3M.com/library Copyright © 2003, 3M IPC. All rights reserved. 78-8123-9267-4 Rev A


Table of Contents Safety Information..........................................................................1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 1 Safety messages....................................................................................................................... 1 Safety messages contained in this manual ............................................................................ 2 Safety messages ................................................................................................................... 3 Safety labels ............................................................................................................................. 4 Safety label locations............................................................................................................... 5 EMC, USA, and Canada Compliance ....................................................................................... 6 Getting Started...............................................................................7 Specifications........................................................................................................................... 7 Handheld components............................................................................................................. 8 Controls and indicators ........................................................................................................... 9 Using the Handheld Device for the first time.........................................................................10 Inserting the memory card......................................................................................................11 Removing the memory card....................................................................................................12 Resetting the handheld...........................................................................................................13 Resetting the handheld...........................................................................................................13 Formatting a memory card....................................................................................................14 Adjusting the antenna.............................................................................................................15 Cleaning the handheld ............................................................................................................15 Storing the handheld ..............................................................................................................15 Battery Management.................................................................... 16 Battery charging guidelines....................................................................................................16 Battery use ...........................................................................................................................16 Sleep Mode ..........................................................................................................................16 Charging the battery ...............................................................................................................17 Replacing the battery ..............................................................................................................18 Requesting service ...................................................................... 19 3M Service phone numbers ....................................................................................................19 Ordering replacement parts....................................................................................................20 To order parts .......................................................................................................................20 Copyright  2003, 3M IPC. All rights reserved.


Safety Information Introduction We provide important safety information and warnings to assist you in understanding and avoiding potential harm to yourself, and possible damage to equipment, during the installation and use of the 3M Handheld RFID Reader Model 702. § Although this manual describes potential hazards you may encounter during installation and operation of this product, we cannot predict all of the possible hazards and this list should not be a substitute for your judgment and experience. § Before you install and use this equipment, please 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. Safety messages We include safety messages and safety labels in this manual to help you protect your safety and the safety of others. This section contains important information to help you recognize and understand these safety messages. Safety message format Safety messages are designed to alert you to potential hazards that can cause personal injury to you or others. They can also indicate the possibility of property damage. Each safety message box contains a safety alert symbol ( ); one of two signal words: WARNING, or CAUTION; and a 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 Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING The safety message is in this box. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or property damage. CAUTION The (Information) icon is used in this manual to The safety message is in this box. draw your attention to other important information. 1

Safety messages contained in this manual Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions before using the 3M™ Handheld RFID Reader Model 702. Retain these instructions for future reference. Intended use The 3M Handheld RFID Reader Model 702 is designed and tested for use processing 3M Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Tags. These tags are used to identify items, such as books, videocassettes, files, etc., for various users. The Model 702: § Reads 3MTM RFID Tags placed in items that are arranged on a shelf or on a desk. § Processes identification codes stored in the RFID tags that can, for example: § be compared with user-generated lists to assess and correct the shelf order of the items § aid with reshelving items § aid with sorting items § identify items the user is searching for, based on user-generated search lists § associate identified items with storage locations The product has not been tested or proven safe for other uses. 2

Safety messages WARNING To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury and/or property damage. § Do not attempt to use a damaged battery pack, charger, or power supply; § Do not allow battery pack to come in contact with water; § Do not disassemble, crush, or incinerate the battery pack — at the end of service life, dispose of the battery pack in accordance to federal, state and local requirements; § Replace battery pack with Molicel MCR-1821G/1-H battery pack only; § Do not store the battery pack in areas that may exceed temperatures of 100°C/212°F; § Use the charger with the supplied power supply only. To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage contained within the battery charger, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury: § Do not use the charger or power supply if the case or cord are damaged; § Do not use in outdoor or wet environments; § Do not attempt to service or repair the charger or power supply — no user serviceable parts inside. CAUTION To reduce the risks associated with repetitive strain injuries from overuse of the Handheld unit, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury: § Do not operate the unit too long between rest periods. To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination from the potentially hazardous chemicals within the lithium-ion battery pack, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury: § At the end of service life, dispose of the battery pack in accordance to federal, state and local requirements. To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination from circuit boards containing lead-bearing solder within the Handheld, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury: § At the end of service life, dispose of the handheld unit in accordance to federal, state and local requirements. 3

Safety labels We include safety labels on the devices for your safety and the safety of others. Safety labels are designed to alert you to potential hazards associated with a piece of equipment that can cause personal injury to you or others. Safety labels can also indicate the possibility of property damage. Please read all safety labels. Explanation of signal words and symbols Each safety label contains a safety alert symbol ( ), one of two signal words (WARNING, or CAUTION), and a safety message. The signal words and symbols, and their meanings, are shown below: WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Attention: Refer to accompanying documents. Warning: Risk of electric shock. Refer all servicing to manufacturer. Safety label replacement We consider safety labels to be an important part of all devices. Safety labels should be replaced immediately if they become hard to read. If any of the safety labels are missing or cannot be read, please contact 3M Library Systems Technical Service for a replacement label. 4

Safety label locations COM/STATUS Model 702 N1108 12 VDC FCC ID: DGF-LSD702 CANADA: ______ S/N: 702XXXX PWR 702_001 5

EMC, USA, and Canada Compliance FCC Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can emit radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. FCC Intentional Radiator Certification FCC ID: DGF-LSD702 This equipment contains an intentional radiator approved by the FCC under the FCC ID number shown above. 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. 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 Federal Communications Commission Rules permitting the operation of this device. Industry Canada Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. CANADA: Pending Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. EMC Compliance Europe This equipment complies with the requirements of the RATE and EMC directives. 6

Getting Started This section provides basic instructions on how to set up the handheld. IMPORTANT NOTE! Save all the original handheld packing materials so you can pack the Handheld if you need to return it for repair. Specifications Operating Temperature Typical ambient temperature range: 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C) Storage Temperature -40°F to 131°F (-40°C to 55°C) Humidity 0% to 85% RH, non-condensing Memory Card Type I or Type II CompactFlashTM card. Battery type Only use a Molicel MR.-1821G/1-H battery. Battery charger Only use a Molicel MAC-1821B battery charger. Typical charge life A fully charged battery will last for approximately 3 to 4 hours of "trigger time" (time the trigger is pressed or activated). This typically provides many hours (even a full day or two) of use before recharging is required. Typical time to fully The battery charger will charge a fully discharged battery in charge a battery approximately 4.0 hours. Battery Charger Power 100-240 Vac, 1.0A, 50-60 Hz 7

Handheld components IMPORTANT NOTES! To avoid damaging the Handheld, treat it as you would an expensive camera or a similar sensitive electronic device. § DO NOT drop the Handheld. § DO NOT leave the Handheld in locations where it might fall. § DO NOT leave the Handheld in direct sunlight. § DO NOT expose the Handheld to heat. § Only use the point of the stylus to touch the various buttons and checkboxes on the screen. § Never use a pen, pencil, or other sharp object on the display screen. Antenna Indicator Lights (3) Scroll Buttons (2) Menu Buttons (4) Antenna Adjustment Screw Stylus Trigger Battery 702_002 Figure 1: Handheld components. 8

Controls and indicators The handheld display includes menu selections and setup screens with various checkboxes. § Most tasks are selected using the menu buttons. You can also use the stylus to select various handheld functions. § Use the stylus to check and uncheck the various checkboxes that appear in the setup screens. Stylus Indicator Lights used in conjunction with audible cues to help locate items and shelf positions. Display Scroll Bar Menu Selections Scroll Buttons used to move up and down through lists. Menu Buttons Menu Buttons used to select the menu selections that appear on the bottom of the display screen. 702_009 Figure 2: The handheld includes a menu-driven display screen. 9

Using the Handheld Device for the first time Step 1 – Use 3M Data Management software to export lists and 3M Handheld Software onto a memory card. 1 1 Use the other software supplied with your system to install and set up the Handheld Software (located Memory on the CD-ROM delivered with the handheld) on the Card same computer where you installed the other Memory software. Card Memory Card Drive 2 Export Handheld Software onto a memory card. Insert a § This occurs automatically whenever you export memory card data to a memory card. 3 Insert the memory card into the handheld. § See Inserting the memory card on page 18. 2 Step 2 – Charge the battery and insert it into the handheld. 1 See Charging the battery on page 17. 2 Insert the charged battery into the handheld. Step 3 – Calibrate the screen Charge the battery Insert a charged battery 1 Press the Reset button into the handheld reader (located on the bottom of the handheld near the antenna). 3 Setup 2 of 4 2 Follow the instructions to calibrate the screen using In the following screen, you the handheld stylus. will be asked to tap the center of the target as shown below. This ensures Stylus § Tap Next at the Country/Date/Time screen. Use the stylus to tap 702_026 § Tap Done at the Setup Complete screen. Reset Button Step 4 – Load and set up the 3M software Press the Reset button Calibrate the display 1 Press and release the trigger on the handheld to load software into RAM (takes approximately 15 seconds) and display the Palm Preferences screen. § Continue to the next step without setting any 4 preferences. If the 3M software does not load properly, perform the reset procedure on page 13 and try again. Trigger 2 Press and release the trigger on the handheld again to display the 3M Software Home screen. (You may have to set the time functions before the Home Press and release Pull the trigger again, the screen appears.) the trigger and wait Home screen appears about 15 seconds for 702_003 3 Refer to the 3M Handheld Software Manual for Staff the software to load. and Admin Setup procedures. 10

Inserting the memory card The memory card contains the data and Handheld Software required for operation. 1 - Install a pull tab on the memory card Pin Socket The handheld includes a number of pull 78-8123-7890-5 tabs that you can attach to various memory CompactFlash CompactFlash cards. These pull tabs can make removing 32 memory cards easier. 32 MB MB For reliable operation, 3M recommends 78-8123-7890-5 using only SanDisk memory cards and SanDisk memory-card readers. Memory Card 2 – Insert the memory card Pull Tab 1 Grasp the memory card with the label 702_007 side up. Figure 3: Attach the memory-card pull tab to the memory card. 2 Push the pin-socket end of the memory card into the memory-card slot until it is completely inserted. § Messages (such as loading the database, etc.) appear on the screen. § If the memory card contains a newer version of 3M software, a dialog box will ask you if you want to install the new version. Above the memory-card slot is a Pin-socket side of the memory card Secure Digital (SD) card slot that is not used. A small plastic blank blocks the SD slot. If the blank becomes loose, push it back into place. Insert the memory card with: Database Errors > The pin-socket end of The handheld may display No Database or the memory card facing the Handheld Invalid Database messages. > The label facing up. § These messages are usually the result of corrupted data on the memory card. § If you see these messages, you may have to reformat the memory card (See 702_008 Formatting a memory card on page 14.) Data corruption can occur if you remove the memory card from the memory-card Figure 4: Insert the memory card as shown. drive before a Data Manager export operation is complete. You can also corrupt data if you do not return to the Home screen before you remove the memory card from the handheld. 11

Removing the memory card IMPORTANT NOTE! To avoid corrupting data that you collected with the handheld and saved to the memory card, always return to the Home screen before removing the memory card. Procedure 1 Press Home to return to the Home screen. § This ensures that the handheld finishes any write activities before you attempt to remove the memory card. 2 Grasp the memory card and pull it straight out from the handheld. § To make it easier to remove a memory card, attach a memory- card pull tab to the memory card. See 1 - Install a pull tab on page 11. 702_010 Figure 5: Return to the 3M software Home screen before removing the memory card from the handheld. 12

Resetting the handheld If the handheld display locks up or stops working, perform the reset procedure described below. Symptoms may include: § The power will not come on (screen remains blank) § Lines appear on display or the display is distorted. § A blinking black square appears in the upper left corner of the display. § Palm startup screen appears on the display and will not go away. A blank screen may be caused by a fully discharged battery. To reset the handheld 1 Insert a memory card (with 3M Handheld Software on it) into the handheld. 2 Press and hold the reset button for approximately one second. 3 Press the trigger. a Handheld Software loads. b The Home screen appears. If pressing the reset button did not work… Reset Button 1 Insert a memory card (with 3M Handheld Software on it) into the handheld. 2 Remove the battery for approximately five minutes. 3 Insert a fully charged battery. 702_012 4 Follow the Using the Handheld Device for the Figure 6: Handheld reset button. first time procedure on page 10. 13

Formatting a memory card If the Handheld displays database error messages when you insert the memory card, try reformatting the memory card. No Database Invalid Database If this procedure does not work, call 3M Service. No database found on Invalid database found on (See Requesting service on page 19.) Memory card. memory card. Insert a memory card with a Export data to memory Valid database. card again. OK OK DLA_053 DLA_061 Figure 7: If the Handheld displays database Using Windows to format the memory card error messages when you insert the memory card, try reformatting the memory card. 1 Double-click the My Computer icon on your computer’s desktop. 2 Right click on the memory-card icon and select Format. § The Format dialog box appears. § Leave the other settings at their default state. 3 In the File System list box, select FAT. 4 Click Start. 5 Use Data Manager to export lists and/or collection categories to the memory card. 6 Insert the memory card into the Handheld. § If the Handheld reads the memory card, the formatting was successful. § If the Handheld displays “No Database” or “Invalid Database” messages, call 3M Service. See Requesting service on page 19 for phone numbers. 14

Adjusting the antenna If necessary, use the antenna adjustment tool provided to carefully adjust the swivel tightness of the handheld antenna. If the antenna is too loose § Use the antenna adjustment tool to tighten (turn clockwise) the antenna adjustment screw slightly until the antenna swivels properly. § Be careful to only turn the adjustment screw the Antenna minimum amount needed to adequately tighten the Adjustment handheld antenna swivel. Tool If the antenna is too tight § Use the antenna adjustment tool to loosen (turn counterclockwise) the antenna adjustment screw slightly until the antenna swivels properly. Antenna Adjustment IMPORTANT NOTE! Screw Do not over tighten the antenna adjustment screw. Over tightening the antenna adjustment screw may 702_011 damage the Handheld. Figure 8: Use the antenna adjustment tool to adjust the antenna. Cleaning the handheld The handheld may need occasional cleaning. § Gently rub the handheld with a soft cloth dampened with a mild cleaning solution. Make sure that no liquids enter the handheld case. § DO NOT spray cleaning solution directly on the handheld. Storing the handheld During storage, the handheld continues to use a small amount of battery power. Over time (approximately one week), the battery can lose its charge, requiring you to perform a reset. Storing the handheld for less than a week Install a fully charged battery in the handheld. § To start using the handheld, press and release the trigger. Storing the handheld for more than a week Remove the battery from the handheld when storing it for more than a week. § After storage, insert a fully charged battery and perform the Resetting the handheld procedure on page 13. 15

Battery Management The handheld is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that must be periodically charged. Battery charging guidelines § Batteries may be charged overnight or for 2 extended periods. Battery Power Supply § Batteries do not have to be discharged before recharging them. 1a 1c § Batteries may be plugged in for any amount of 1b time to partially recharge the battery. Charger Stand Power Cord Status Light 3 702_004 Figure 9: Battery charging system. Battery use Typical charge life Battery Gauge A fully charged battery typically provides several hours of use before recharging is needed. ? Indicates that the battery gauge will display shortly. 100% charge remaining Checking the battery charge 50% charge remaining The upper right hand corner of each task screen includes a 25% charge remaining graphical battery charge indicator (battery gauge). § The battery gauge shows how much of a charge remains in the battery that is currently being used. (See Figure 10.) 0/0 Press Trigger To Begin § If the battery gauge shows less than 50% charge remaining, you may want to replace the battery with a fully charged battery and place the other battery in the charger. Low battery warning messages § The handheld warns you when battery power is low. You should replace the battery if a “battery low” message Home 702_005 appears. (See Replacing the battery on page 18.) § Handheld Software protects you from totally losing power Figure 10: The battery gauge shows by requiring that the battery be changed or recharged when how much charge remains in the the charge drops to a very low level. battery. Sleep Mode Once the battery is charged and installed, the handheld is ready to use at all times. § To conserve battery charge, the handheld will enter “sleep mode” after approximately two (2) minutes of no activity. During sleep mode, the screen will go blank. To bring the handheld out of sleep mode, press the trigger. § The display will revert to the last function that was used. 16

Charging the battery Always keep one of the two batteries fully charged in the battery charger. § The typical charge time is four hours. To charge a battery 1 Connect the battery charger. a Connect the power supply output to 2 Power Battery Supply the charger stand. b Plug one end of the power cord into the power supply. 1c c Plug the other end of the power cord 1a into an AC power source: (100-240 Vac, 1.0A, 50-60 Hz). 1b § The status light is Green when no Charger Power Stand Cord battery is inserted into the charger pocket. 2 Insert a single battery into the battery Status charger. See the Installing the battery Light procedure on page 18. 3 § Ensure that the two gold contacts on the battery are placed face down into 702_004 the charger stand. § The status light will change to Red to Figure 11: Connect the battery charger as shown. indicate that the battery is charging. WARNING To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion, 3 The status light changes from Red to which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious Green when the battery is fully charged. injury and/or property damage. § Do not attempt to use a damaged battery pack, charger, or power supply; § Do not allow battery packs to come in contact with water; Battery Charger Status Light § Do not disassemble, crush, or incinerate the battery pack — Red indicates that the battery is at the end of service life, dispose of the battery pack in being charged. accordance to federal, state and local requirements; Green indicates that the battery is § Replace battery with Molicel MCR-1821G/1-H battery only; charged or that there is no § Do not store the battery pack in areas that may exceed battery inserted in the temperatures of 100°C/212°F; charger pocket. § Use the charger with the supplied power supply only. To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage contained within the battery charger, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury: § Do not use the charger or power supply if the case or cord are damaged; § Do not use in outdoor or wet environments; § Do not attempt to service or repair the charger or power supply — no user serviceable parts inside. 17

Replacing the battery Battery replacement Most software options are protected if WARNING all power is lost. To reduce the risks associated with fire and explosion, If a battery is removed and replaced which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury in approximately one minute, the and/or property damage. handheld will continue to function without interruption. § Do not attempt to use a damaged battery pack, charger, or power supply; If a battery is removed for more than § Do not allow battery packs to come in contact with water; one minute, you may have to initialize the screen and reset the time, and date § Do not disassemble, crush, or incinerate the battery pack — parameters. at the end of service life, dispose of the battery pack in accordance to federal, state and local requirements; § Replace battery with Molicel MCR-1821G/1-H battery only; Removing the battery § Do not store the battery pack in areas that may exceed temperatures of 100°C/212°F; § Use the charger with the supplied power supply only. 1 From the 3M software’s Home menu, select Change Battery. To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination from the potentially hazardous chemicals Important! - If you do not use the within the lithium-ion battery pack, which, if not avoided, Change Battery function, you may could result in death or serious injury: lose collected data and/or corrupt the § At the end of service life, dispose of the battery pack in memory card. Also, you may have to accordance to federal, state and local requirements. reset the handheld. 2 When the screen goes blank, it is safe to remove the battery. 1 Select "Change Battery" from the main screen 3 Push the battery tab down, away from the battery. 4 Slide the battery out of the battery 2 Remove the old battery holder. § If a battery is removed and replaced within approximately one minute, the handheld will continue to function without interruption. § If necessary, perform the Press the Battery Remove the Battery Resetting the handheld Tab procedure on page 13. Installing the battery 3 Insert the new battery 1 Insert the battery into the battery holder as shown. 2 Make sure that the battery tab securely holds the battery in place. Make sure that the Insert the Battery battery tab securely holds the battery in place 702_006 Figure 12: Before removing a battery, select Change Battery. 18

Requesting service Before you call Before you call 3M Service, have the following information available: § Have the Handheld near the phone. § Write down the Handheld’s serial number (located on the bottom of the Handheld) § Be ready to describe the problem and any error messages in detail. § Write down the software version. (From the Handheld’s Home screen, select About … to display the software version number.) Return for repair If repairs are necessary, call 3M Service and the 3M-service representative will explain how to package and return the handheld. § Save all the original handheld packing materials so you can properly pack the unit if you need to return it for repair. 3M Service phone numbers For any questions regarding handheld or Data Manager software, call one of the following numbers and ask for software support. In the United States 1-800-328-0067 (Option 1) In Canada English 1-800-268-6235 Français 1-800-567-3193 In Other Countries Call your local 3M office. 19

Ordering replacement parts The following consumable parts may be ordered separately: Stock Number Description 78-8123-7939-0 Battery 26-1017-0437-2 Battery charger 26-1017-0421-6 Battery charger power supply 26-1005-6476-9 Power supply power cord 26-1014-9577-3 Antenna adjustment tool 78-8123-7890-5 Memory card removal tab 26-1014-9388-5 32MB memory card 26-1014-9616-9 Replacement stylus three pack To order parts Call the following phone numbers to order the parts listed above. In the United States 1-800-328-0067 - Option 3 In Canada English 1-800-268-6235 Français 1-800-567-3193 In Other Countries Call your local 3M office. 20


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