5) Fit links to J2 and J7 to connect the on-board 5-volt regulator and provide power to the
on-board RS232 converter (Also fit links to J4 and J5 if the optional MM232R USB
interface is fitted).
Note that depending on the Kit supplied, the Universal RFID base board may be supplied
with the MicroRWD module and 700µH antenna coil already fitted.
If in doubt, then links J2, J4, J5, J7 can all be fitted and left permanently connected.
6) Connect a 9-12 volt DC power supply to the J1 power connector.
OR
Connect a 5-volt DC REGULATED supply to the J3 power connector ensuring that the
polarity is correct (see diagram over page).
Note that the average current consumption of the Universal RFID base-board with the
MicroRWD fitted is less than 100mA. However we recommend that the Power supply
used is of good quality, reasonably noise-free and capable of supplying at least 250mA.
OR
If the “FTDI MM232R USB module” is fitted, connect the Universal RFID base-board to
a PC using a standard USB cable. Note that the USB cable provides communication and
power so no external power supply is required in this case.
7) Connect the RS232 serial cable to your PC communication port (9 way to 9 way cable,
connected straight through, pin to pin) or use the USB cable if the USB module is fitted
(see above).
8) If using the “FTDI MM232R USB” interface then first install the latest version of the
FTDI VCP (Virtual Com Port) USB driver. This can be downloaded from:
http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/CDM/CDM%202.04.16.exe
9) Install the MicroRWD Windows application software located in the CDROM \Win32
directory (for the particular tag/card type) by running the SETUP program and following
the on-screen instructions in the usual way. The programs have been written using the
Borland C++Builder software tools and have been tested on all current Win32 platforms
including Windows 95/98, 2000/NT, XP and Vista.
10) Double click on the MicroRWD program icon and once the application is running pull-
down the COM PORT option and select the COM PORT that you are using
Your system is now ready for use and should respond when the card or tag is placed in the RF
field. The printed documents and data sheets on the CDROM describe how the system works
and the basic operational commands. Further information can be found on IB Technology’s
website:
http://www.ibtechnology.co.uk/
or alternatively please send an email to:
support@ibtechnology.co.uk
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