VF-747

UHF RFID Fixed Reader

Product Information Guide

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without any declaration. Any change without notice.
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voltage conforms to standard,and understand more information on security
considerations, especially for outdoor installation.
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CONTENT
1 P r o d u c t S u m m a r i z e .................................................................3

1.1 SHAPE AND INTERFACE.............................................................................3

1.2 PERFORMANCE INDEX................................................................................5
1.3 FUNCTIONS..............................................................................................6

2 D e v i c e I n s t a l l a t i o n ..................................................................7

2.1 CONNECTION............................................................................................7
2.2 INSTALLATION STEPS................................................................................7
2.3 INSTALL READER......................................................................................8
2.4 INSTALL ANTENNA....................................................................................8
2.5 CONNECT ANTENNA TO READER..................................................................9
2.6 CONNECT READER TO PC..........................................................................9
2.7 POWER-SUPPLY CONNECTION..................................................................11
2.8 DEVICE DEBUGGING................................................................................11
2.9 PLACE TAG............................................................................................12

3 U s u a l F a u l t s .............................................................................1 3

4 A f t e r - S a l e s S e r v i c e ..............................................................1 4

4.1 SUPPORT AND SERVICE...........................................................................14

4.2 Service Hotline...................................................................................16

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 Product summary | VF-747 Product Information Guide

1 Product Summarize
VF-747 reader is the latest product developed by our company. It can

read the tag or card according to ISO18000-6B/ISO18000-6C protocol. It

can apply to issuing tag, personnel access control and other data

collection systems.

1.1 Shape and Interface

VF-747 reader with aluminum alloy case can be installed indoor or

outdoor shield with good aeration, dustproof and rainproof conditions.

VF-747 has 2 panels on the exterior: antenna interface panel and

communication interface panel.

1) VF-747 antenna interface panel (refer to chart 1-1-1): ANT1, ANT2,

ANT3 and ANT4 (4 SMA connectors)

Chart 1-1-1 antenna interface panel

2) Communication interface panel(refer to chart 1-1-2):

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Chart 1-1-2 communication interface panel

Communication interface panel with following features:

A. Power port: +9V DC socket

B. RJ45 communication port: 1 RJ45 communication port connected

into network via network cable.

C. LED indicator:

Red light – power indicator, light on means power on.

Yellow light – antenna indicator, light on means the selected

antenna connection normally and on the transmitting-receiving RF signal.

Green light – communication indicator, light on means

RJ45/RS232 port on the sending or receiving data and command.

D. Buzzer: inbuilt buzzer, whenever reader read the tag, it will sound.

E. Serial communication port: 1 RS232 communication port connected

with PC via serial line.

F. GP I/O interface

I/O interface (12 pin) – communication interface panel viewed from the

front:

signal
name description
direction
GND O Ground wire
WD1-0 O Output 1 (TTL Level)
WD1-1 O Output 2 (TTL Level)
WD2-0 O Output 3 (TTL Level)
WD2-1 O Output 4 (TTL Level)
GND I/O ground wire
FIN1 I Trigger 1 (TTL Level)

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signal
name description
direction
FIN2 I Trigger 2 (TTL Level)
485+ I/O RS485+
485- I/O RS485-
D1 I/O relay
D1 I/O relay

Short circuit or disconnected on 2 connectors of relay, user can control

relay by host computer.

Trigger 1～2: User can control high-low level by host computer.

Trigger 1: when reader in trigger mode, trigger antenna 1 and antenna 3

to work.

Trigger 2: when reader in trigger mode, trigger antenna 2 and antenna 4

towork.

Notice: some models without RS485 port, then here is D1 relay.

1.2 Performance Index

（1） Work frequency: 902～928MHz（adjustable by countries）

（2） Work mode: auto, command

（3） Frequency hopping points: 59

（4） RF output power: 20～30dBm (adjustable)

（5） Communication rate: serial port 9600～115200bps, RJ45 100Mbps

（6） R/W distance: read>5m, write>1m (tag/antenna dependent)

（7） Power supply: equipped with 220V AC input, +12V DC output

power convertor

（8） Power dissipation: average power<20W

（9） Net weight: <1Kg

（10） Operation temperature: －10℃～＋55℃。

（11） Buzzer: inbuilt buzzer, it will sound whenever reader read the tag.

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1.3 Functions

（1） Can read/write tags conforming to ISO18000-6B/ISO18000-6C

protocol

（2） Can read simultaneously multiple tags with different EPC length

(16, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96 bits)

（3） Can read EPC data of selected tag

（4） Can read user memory data of selected tag

（5） Can read TID memory data of selected tag

（6） Can read access password and kill password of the tag (both

32bits)

（7） Can write EPC number with different length (16, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96

bits)

（8） Can write data into user memory

（9） Can modify access password and kill password of the tag (both

32bits)

（10） Can set write-protection for EPC, TID and User memory

（11） Can set read-protection/write-protection for Password memory

（12） Can kill tag

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2 Device Installation

2.1 Connection

In application system, connectivity among reader, antenna, tag and

controller (or PC) as follows:

Chart 2-1-1 related equipments connection disgram

2.2 Installation Steps

Equipment engineering installation shall follow below steps:

Install reader

Install antenna

Connect antenna to reader

Connect reader to
PC

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Power on

Device debug

Place tag

2.3 Install Reader

Notes for reader installation as follows:

（1） VF-747 reader without special waterproof/dustproof treatment,

operation temperature range is -10℃~+55℃, so it’s more suitable

to work indoor. If it’s expected to work outdoor, reader and power

convertor shall be put into shield box, which is required with

rainproof, dustproof and heat preservation functions, to provide

reader better work environment.

（2） The RF line between reader installation location and antenna shall

no more than 10m (within 3m is best).

（3） Maximum distance of reliable communication between reader and

controller will change from different data interface: RS232 10m,

while RJ45 up to 100m.

2.4 Install Antenna

Antenna installation shall consider some factors like position, height,

angle and etc., so as to satisfy following application requirements:

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（1） To ensure the beam range of antenna can cover the reliable reading

range.

（2） To ensure RF cable length between antenna and reader no more

than 10m (within 3m is best).

（3） To ensure antenna polarization direction in accordance with tag

polarization direction. According to detailed application, antenna

can be installed by horizontal top loading or vertical side mounting.

2.5 Connect antenna to reader

VF-747 reader with 4 SMA RF ports requires connecting with antenna via

low-attenuation coaxial-cable. As longer cable, bigger attenuation on high

frequency signal, it’s best to use shorter cable in the application. It will

affect the reading distance to increase cable length or use common cable.

Suggest -7 soft cable when the connection distance between antenna and

reader within 3m; if over 3m, it shall use 1/2’’ cable, and cable length no

more than 10m.

Cable connectors shall be screwed tightly when connection with antenna

and reader, and then it shall add thermal contractible plastic sleeve or

rubber belt to protect the cable connectors.

Notice: suggest don’t use common cable for antenna connection;

and don’t mounting cable connectors randomly.

2.6 Connect reader to PC

VF-747 reader can be connected with PC by RS232 or RJ45 to receive

command and send data.

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（1） Connected by RJ45

Reader connection with PC directly, connection cable assignment as

follows:

Foot 1 of reader’s RJ45 – Foot 3 of PC’s RJ45

Foot 3 of reader’s RJ45 – Foot 1 of PC’s RJ45

Foot 2 of reader’s RJ45 – Foot 6 of PC’s RJ45

Foot 6 of reader’s RJ45 – Foot 2 of PC’s RJ45

Other feet connect correspondingly.

Reader connection with PC via Hub, adopt straight cable.

（2） Connected by RS232

RS232 port can be connected with PC directly by equipped cable. The

cable length shall be no more than 10m in the project. The connection

disgram as follows:

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Chart 2-6-3 connection diagram between Reader and PC via RS232

2.7 Power-Supply Connection

VF-747 reader adopt +9V/3A DC power. We provide the power convertor

together with reader. Power-supply connection as follows:

（1） Check and confirm if the voltage and frequency of AC power-supply

conform to AV100～240V/50Hz.

（2） Insert DC output plug of power convertor into reader +12V DC

input port.

（3） Connect 220V AC power input line to AC power supply line.

（4） Reader power indicator light on, showing power supply input

normally.

2.8 Device Debugging

The key for device debugging is: adjust the height, direction angle and

inclination angle of antenna to make reader can read the tag in expected

range. Debug method as follows:

（1） Power on reader, set reader as auto work mode, then close the

parameter setting program and off connection with PC.

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（2） Power off reader, then power on, reader will automatically enter

into continuous work mode.

（3） As identified objects with different materials, different tags are

required. When debugging, tag shall be placed on the object with

same material as the surface of identified object, and move back

and forth the tag within expected reading range. If reader can

detect the tag correctly, inbuilt buzzer will sound, and green LED

will light.

（4） Adjust the height and angle of antenna carefully to find optimal

reading range.

Note: reader will only transmit microwave power when reading

and writing tags. It can meet America FCC requirement till

installation engineer apart from antenna 70cm at least.

2.9 Place Tag

In the process of RFID system, tag placement is the common work. What

to note is:

（1） Use the glue recommended by factory.

（2） Shall use special gule for tags on metal surface.

（3） Shall spot test for suitable tag placement position on the surface of

objects to ensure the ideal read/write effect

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3 Usual Faults
Chart 4-1 usual faults and solution s for reader

Fault Phenomena Possible Reason Solution

antenna is not Check antenna
connected well connection details
beyond to reading make card close to
area of Reader module antenna
Change a new
can not read card antenna is broken
antenna
Parameter of RF
Renew parameter
Power is too low
tag is broken Test in other tag
reader is broken Contact technician
Check the power supply
no power
connector and adapter
Check interface
Com ties up or through software
Cannot be
broken and test if it
connected with
cummunicates
reader
Set it to be in
baud rate is not set
accordance by
in accordance
software
reader is broken Contact technician
antenna is not Check details of
connected well antenna connection
Parameter value of renew factory
RF Power is too low parameter
Reading distance is
tag is not in
too near revolve tag in 90
accordance with
degree
antenna polarization
reader is broken Contact technician
tag is broken change a new tag

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4 After-Sales Service

4.1 Support And Service

Website pls enter into our website http://www.vanch.net to get VF-

747 information including specification, optional accessories and etc.

Customer Support if you have any query on the manual or

can’t get solution from the website, pls contact with our service staff. If

any maintenance demand on the device, pls contact us to get direction on

service information, delivery instruction and maintenance cost out of

warranty before shipment.

Service pls contact with our service staff if any requirement on

problem determination or other service information for your device. Pls

don’t ship your device out before communication with us. If your device

conforms to warranty conditions under warranty, pls prepare the

purchase proof.

Before getting in touch with us, pls make sure:

A. Read the manual

B. Prepare below information of your device

 Model number

 Serial number

 Purchase proof

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C. Make your device ready, the service staff may invite you to operate

the device.

D. Make your questions ready, detailed description on problem can help

the service staff solve it more promptly.

Warranty

Important information this article is the warranty

declaration for hardware. Pls read it carefully.

One-year limited warranty for hardware

Shenzhen Vanch Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd offers hardware one-year

warranty from the purchase invoice date of original buyer on, with

guarantee of no defect on material and manufacture.

When receiving the defect notice, Vanch can determine to repair or

replace the defective product at discretion.

If Vanch can’t repair or replace the defective product within reasonable

time, customer can ask for refund after return the defective product.

Warranty scope

Above warranty won’t include defects result from: misusage, modification

without any authorization, disassemble the device, operation or storage

the device out of environmental specifications, damage on the

transporation, incorrect repair, or result from: use non-Vanch software,

component, media, or illegal application.

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Vanch has only such warranty statement for this product, no other written

or oral warranty statement.

Any commodity pathway or metaphor on fitness for particular purposes is

limited to such one-year limited warranry.

Shenzhen Vanch intelligent technology Co., Ltd won’t be responsible for

direct, indirect, incidental, or ensuing damages (including profit loss)

under any circumstances, no matter whether it’s based on warranty,

contract, negligence, or any other legal theory.

No commitment terms: any radio transmitting equipment will potentially

bring interference to industrial, medical, scientific research work without

suitable protection. This device also may cause interference to other

electronic devices. If any related problem, pls consult from Vanch to

improve anti-jamming ability on equipment.

4.2 Service Hotline

Thanks for selecting our RFID products. Sincerely we will offer you best

technical support on products’ integration application and prompt solution

on any doubts or problems.

Our contact details as follows:

Company: Shenzhen Vanch Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd

Address: 5F, 535 Building, Bagualing Industry Zone, Futian District,

Shenzhen

Zip code: 518029

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Tel.: 0755-8242 6775

Fax: 0755-8240 3457

Site: www.vanch.net

Email: [email protected]

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