Operating Manual V1.2 Transponder-Reader Tpf-35-Ex-45: Tectus Transponder Technology GMBH

TECTUS Transponder Technology GmbH
Operating Manual
V1.2
Transponder- Reader
TPF-35-EX-45
TECTUS Transponder Technology GmbH Do. No.: BA0A0-000TPF35-01.2

Eurotecring 39
D-47445 Moers
All rights reserved.

This manual is protected by copyright.
The copyright is owned by TECTUS®.
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Contents
1 GENERAL NOTES 5
1.1 Appropriate use 5
1.2 Warranty and liability 5
1.3 Personnel 6
1.4 Notes on this instruction 6
1.5 Technical data 6
1.6 Symbols 7
2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 8
2.1 Product 8
2.1.1 Manufacturer 8
2.1.2 Label 8
2.1.3 Type 8
2.1.4 Description 8
2.1.5 Serial number 8
2.1.6 Firmware 8
2.1.7 Scope of delivery 8
2.1.8 Accessories 9
2.2 Prescriptions and Directives 9

2.2.1 Directive 9
2.2.2 Prescriptions 9
2.3 Application hints 9

2.3.1 Labeling 9
2.3.2 Commissioning 10
2.3.3 Use 10
2.3.4 Assembling and Disassembling 10
2.3.5 Maintenance and Attendance 10
2.3.6 Installation 11
2.3.7 Education 11
2.3.8 Electric parameters an other parameters 11
2.3.9 Special Conditions of a safety Use 11
2.4 Emissions 12
2.4.1 Electromagnetic Radiation 12
2.5 Technical properties 13

2.5.1 Mechanical properties 13

2.5.2 Electrical properties 14
3 USE OF THE PRODUCT 14
3.1 Storage 14
3.1.1 Ambient conditions 14
3.2 Carriage 14
3.3 Mounting 14
3.3.2 Dimension sheet 15
3.3.3 Installation Material 16
3.3.4 Installation Description 16
3.4 Operation 16
3.4.2 Equipment configuration 16
3.4.3 Implementing 19
3.4.4 Antenna Adjustment 19
3.5 Disassembling 20
3.5.1 Description of the disassembling 20
3.5.2 Disposal 20
4 ATTENDANCE 21
4.1 Attendance 21
4.2 Inspection 21
4.3 Maintenance 21
5 DISCLAIMER 21

1 General notes
This document contains legally protected information. All rights reserved.
Copying in mechanical, electronic and any other form without the approval
of the manufacturer, is prohibited.
1.1 Appropriate use
Please read the operation manual in order to familiarize yourself with all
specifications of the TECTUS reader-board-test-unit.
 Follow the instructions in order to ensure reliable operation of the appliance.

 Accomplish all maintenance and test work
1.2 Warranty and liability
Warranty and liability claims in the case of bodily injury or material damage are
excluded at one of the following causes.:
 Inappropriate Use
 Inappropriate assembling, implementing, operation or maintenance
 Ignoring of details of this manual
 Non-permissible constructional change of this Unit
 Ignoring of technical data
 Inappropriate maintenance or use of spare parts that are not admitted by
manufacturer
 External influence or damage due to an Act of god.
Observe all instructions in this manual guide, especial the safety devices at all works.
Further more observe all local rules and instructions.

1.3 Personnel
Only authorized qualified personnel is allowed to perform maintenance.
Qualified personnel means an:
 Electrical engineering technician

 who knows the general safety notes,
 who read the manual guide before starting work
further more for operation
 who knows the general construction notes

 who knows the instruction for operator and appliance protection
 who did a course of instruction or who read the necessary part of this manual
to perform the maintenance and is familiar with all effects of the use of the
appliance
1.4 Notes on this instruction
This manual guide is on a high accuracy standard, but errors or falsities may not
excluded. TECTUS assume no responsibility for any damage resulting from the use
of this guide.
1.5 Technical data
Technical data in this guide are limit values.

The integration of this product in a system or the operation with other products may
change this data.
Changes may be made periodically to the information and data in this publication.

1.6 Symbols
Following symbols are used in this manual
Symbol Meaning
Voltage
Works only for electrical engineering technicians
Precept
Measures that have to execute to prevent damage or injury
Disconnect
Disconnect the power supply before starting working.
Ambient air temperature

Only use this product at the specified ambient air temperature
Prevent humidity
Construct and use the product only in water- and splash water protected areas.
Recycling
Unserviceable product have to disposed in a special way.

2 Product description
2.1 Product
2.1.1 Manufacturer
Eurotecring 39
D-47445 Moers
2.1.2 Label
Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45
2.1.3 Type
TPF-35-EX-45
2.1.4 Description
Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 generates an electromagnetic Field with a

frequency of 125 kHz with the help of on or two external antennas.
This field is able to storing and retrieving data using devices called RFID tags or
transponders remotely
The data of the Transponder could be send to the serial Port of a PC.
2.1.5 Serial number

Serial number: xxxxyyzzz (eg.201432001)
2.1.6 Firmware
Version xx
Date yy
Checksum zz
2.1.7 Scope of delivery

Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45
Manual Guide
EC Type-Examination
Connecting diagram

2.1.8 Accessories
Antenna: TPA-* (Option)
Antenna: TPA-FLE (Option)
2.2 Prescriptions and Directives
2.2.1 Directive
ATEX 2014/34/EU
2.2.2 Prescriptions
Compliance with the Essential health and safety requirements has been assured by
compliance with
EN IEC 60079-0:2018 General requirements

EN 60079-1:2014 Flameproof enclosure "d"
EN IEC 60079-7:2015 + A1:2018 Increased safety "e"
EN 60079-18:2015 Encapsulation "m"
2.3 Application hints
2.3.1 Labeling
The Labeling of the Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 takes place by fixing of a
name plate ( 70 x 30 x 0,5 mm³) at the exterior of the unit and al smaller plastic one
at the interior of the unit.
2.3.1.1 Serial Number

The Serial number contains the calendar year, calendar week, part number and
the production number.
2.3.1.2 Service-address
Eurotecring 39
D-47445 Moers
Tel.: +49 28 41 97 96 6-0

Fax: +49 28 41 97 96 6-10

2.3.2 Commissioning
Before commissioning in explosive atmosphere make a safety and function test

(be sure that no gas or dust is in the atmosphere) .
Unsafe operating condition should be excluded .
Only a positive function- and safety test guaranteed an appropriate use.
2.3.3 Use
Use the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 in areas with the explosion safety group
I and IIB T4 , that are at risk by black damp and/or flammable dust.
The use of the reader is only allowed in the conditions of the admission.
The supply of the units and the interconnections of all in-and outputs have to take
place under the terms of the admission.
All other use is in need of a separate admission and expertise.
2.3.4 Assembling and Disassembling
Assembling and Disassembling of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 have to

be in a zero potential status.
Assemble the Unit in a way that a good operation is possible.
The operator of the reader should stand out of a risk area.
2.3.5 Maintenance and Attendance
The Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 is normally maintenance-free.

In the case of an annoyance change the whole unit.
To remedy annoyance only change Parts or Assembly that is stuck or screwed.
All parts or assembly groups that must change in the case of an assembly have to be
original spare parts of the manufacturer. The Use of other spare parts or the
maintenance on one’s own authority expired the warranty.
Observe precautions for changing or handling of electronic assembly groups
because of electrostatic sensitive devices.
Observe all directives for handling electrostatic sensitive devices.
Only the manufacturer or assigned and controlled repair shops are permitted to
practice maintenance.

2.3.6 Installation
The close of all circuits of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45, the appropriate

antenna and other utilities is only permitted with the conformance of the admission.
The supply of the units and the interconnection of all in- and outputs is defined in
The documentation of the EC Type Examination..
A use, that is not mentioned in the admission, is not permitted.
In the case that an other manufacturer exhibit the EC Type examination of the whole
equipment, the documents of this project planning are binding.
You need special settings for the hardware installation :

Adjustment of the antenna:
Before you start the adjustment make sure by a suitable measurement that there is
gas or dust in the area.
Open the equipment not until 2 minutes after switch off the power supply.
2.3.7 Education
Qualified personnel should be trained in use of this equipment.
2.3.8 Electric parameters an other parameters
An EC Type Examination is attached to this manual - xx ATEX E xxx.

You can consult the electric parameters of this equipment in part (xx)
of the Type Examination .
Use the equipment in an ambient air temperature of -20°C to +50°C.
2.3.9 Special Conditions of a safety Use
An EC Type Examination is attached to this manual - xx ATEX E xxx.

You can consult the conditions for a safety use in part (xx) of the Type
Examination

2.4 Emissions
2.4.1 Electromagnetic Radiation
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 produces an electromagnetic field with a

frequency of 125kHz.
The maximum radiated power is less than 2 Watt.
The shape of the electromagnetic field depends on the antenna geometry and the
properties of the antenna environment ( e.g. iron parts).

2.5 Technical properties
2.5.1 Mechanical properties

Width ca. 200mm
Height ca. 267mm
Depth ca. 169mm
Weight ca. <15kg
2.5.1.1 Fastening
There are 2 apertures to fasten the case by 2 screws ( M 10).

The bore holes ( elongated slots) are located at the bottom of the case with a gap of
170 mm.
Draft:
15mm 170mm 15mm

25mm
25mm

2.5.2 Electrical properties
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 needs a Voltage of 115 Volt AC or 230 Volt
AC.
The power consumption is less than 15 Watt.
The radiate power of the antenna is less than 2 Watt.
2.5.2.1 Explosions proof

See 2.3.3
3 Use of the Product
3.1 Storage
3.1.1 Ambient conditions
+60°C
-20°C
3.2 Carriage

+60°C
-20°C
3.3 Mounting
The Mounting of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35 is only permitted a in
power free condition.


+60°C
-20°C
3.3.2 Dimension sheet

See Doc. No. : MZ0A0-000TPF35-01.0

3.3.3 Installation Material
2 screws M10 ( length depends on the gauge of the mounting surface).

2 grommets M10
2 spring rings M10
If there are only bores without screw thread in the mounting surface add
screw nuts 2 M10 and 2 grommets M10 .
3.3.4 Installation Description
Fix the Transponder ReaderTPF-35-EX-45 with 2 screws M10 on a rugged

Mounting surface (load bearing capacity ...) ( see the case fixing points in chapter
2.5.1.1)
3.4 Operation

+50°C
-20°C
3.4.2 Equipment configuration
3.4.2.1 Electrical connections
All steps described in the following chapters must be done in a power free condition.
Supply Voltage

Connect the supply voltage on clamp X1, that could located in the
connection box 1 or 2 ( increased safety).
The supply is 115 Volt AC or 230 Volt AC .
Attention ! The choice for the supply voltage takes place by an extern
connection assembly on clamp X8 in the inner pressure resistant case.
Building layout: X1.1 L1

X1.2 N
X1.3 PE
X1.4 PE
3.4.2.1.2 Inputs
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 have 2 opto- decoupled Inputs.

The Connection takes place on clamp X4.
Clamp 4 can be located in the connection box 1 or 2 (increased safety).
The input-power is max. 30 Volt DC .
The inputs have an inverse polarity protection
An inverse polarity Input has no function
Assignment: X4.1 In 1+
X4.2 In 1-
X4.4 In 2+
X4.5 In 2-
Outputs
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 have 3 Relay Outputs (change-over

contacts).
The connection of the outputs take place on clamp X5.
Clamp 5 can be located in the connecting box 1 or 2 ( increased safety ).
The Output switching voltage is max. 60Volt AC,
The switching current is max. 2 Ampere per channel.
Assignment: X5.1 NC contact Relay 1

X5.2 NO contact Relay 1
X5.3 Basis Relay 1
X5.5 NC contact Relays 2
X5.6 N0 contact Relay 2
X5.7 Basis Relay 2

X5.9 NC contact Relay 3

X5.10 NO contact Relay 3
X5.11 Basis Relay 3
Antennas
The connection of the antenna takes place on Clamp X3. Its only permitted to
connect antennas, that are listed in the admission.
The Clamp X3 can be located in the connecting box 1 or 2 (increased safety ).
Assignment: X3.1 Antenna A Hi

X3.2 Antenna A shield
X3.3 Antenna A Lo
X3.4 Antenna B Hi
X3.5 Antenna B shield
X3.6 Antenna B Lo
Serial Interface (RS485)
The connection of a serial RS485 Interface to an extern equipment takes place on

clamp X2.
The close of all circuits of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 to the other
utilities is only permitted with the conformance of the admission
Assignment: X2.1 RA Data Communication RS485

X2.2 RB Data Communication RS485
X2.3 TB Data Communication RS485
X2.4 TA Data Communication RS485
3.4.2.1.7 Serial Interface (RS232)

The connection to serial RS232 Interface takes place on clamp X2 too.
Assignment: X2.9 Rx serial Interface RS232

X2.10 Tx serial Interface RS232
X2.11 GND serial Interface RS232
3.4.2.1.8 TCPIP Interface

By using TCPIP it is possible to use the same clamps like RS485.

It is necessary to change the internal wiring to TCPIP.
3.4.2.2 Operating elements
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 has no operating elements.
3.4.2.2.1 Indices elements
The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 has 4 LED for the indices of different
operating states.
LED Ant. OK.: Lights, until the antenna adjustment is incorrect

LED Tag: Lights, when a Transponder is identified in the field.
LED Power: Lights, when the supply power is connected.
LED TX: Lights, when data (e. G. Transponder-Number) are
assigned to the serial Interface
3.4.3 Implementing
If the temperature of the Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 is much

less than the temperature in the environment than warm up the Reader
temperature.
3.4.3.1 System integration
Be sure that you connect only one Interface while working with the Transponder
Reader TPF-35-EX-45 (RS485 or TCPIP or RS232) or the digital In- and Outputs of
an extern equipment
(Observe all directives for the extern equipment).
3.4.3.2 Circuit diagram

See Doc. No. : SP0A0-TPF35-45-01.2 (attached)
3.4.4 Antenna Adjustment
To attain a large reading range an Adjustment of the antenna is necessary.

You can do this via software commands like. Please look for the commands in the
software protocol description.

3.5 Disassembling
3.5.1 Description of the disassembling
3.5.1.1 Safety Devices

The Transponder ReaderTPF-35-EX-45 works with a power supply of
230 Volt AC. In addition there are high voltages at the antenna
connection.
Before working make sure that the Transponder Reader is voltage free
and wait before opening the case at least 2 minutes.
3.5.1.2 Connections
 Switch The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 and the connected Utilities to
a zero potential
 Open all used connection boxes of the TPF-35-EX-45
 Disconnect all supply lines and connecting clamps
 Open all cable leads and remove all supply lines
 Close al connection boxes with the adapted caps
3.5.2 Disposal
The Equipment contains electronic parts , that have to disposal in a
approved way.

4 Attendance
4.1 Attendance
This equipment is maintenance free. (see chapter 2.3.5)
4.2 Inspection
Inspections of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 are only essential within
the scope of the operating requirements
4.3 Maintenance
Maintenance is only permitted by
 manufacturer
 repair shops authorized by the manufacturer
o in the scale of the authorization
o according to the maintenance and test assignment by the
manufacturer
See 2.3.5.too
5 Disclaimer
© TECTUS reserves the right to change any information or data in this document
without prior notice. The distribution and the update of this document is not
controlled. TECTUS declines all responsibility for the use of products with any other
specifications but the ones mentioned above. Any additional requirement for a
specific customer application has to be validated by the customer himself at his own
responsibility. Where application information is given, it is only advisory and does not
form part of the specification.

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1.1 Appropriate use 5

1.2 Warranty and liability 5

1.4 Notes on this instruction 6

1.5 Technical data 6

2.2 Prescriptions and Directives 9

2.3 Application hints 9

2.5 Technical properties 13

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2.5.1 Mechanical properties 13

3 USE OF THE PRODUCT 14

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1.1 Appropriate use

 Follow the instructions in order to ensure reliable operation of the appliance.

1.2 Warranty and liability

Manual guide TPF-35-EX-45 V1.2 page 5 of 21 16.09.2019

Only authorized qualified personnel is allowed to perform maintenance.

Qualified personnel means an:

 Electrical engineering technician

further more for operation

 who knows the general construction notes

1.4 Notes on this instruction

1.5 Technical data

Technical data in this guide are limit values.

Manual guide TPF-35-EX-45 V1.2 page 6 of 21 16.09.2019

Following symbols are used in this manual

Ambient air temperature

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Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 generates an electromagnetic Field with a

2.1.5 Serial number

2.1.7 Scope of delivery

Manual guide TPF-35-EX-45 V1.2 page 8 of 21 16.09.2019

2.2 Prescriptions and Directives

EN IEC 60079-0:2018 General requirements

2.3 Application hints

2.3.1.1 Serial Number

Tel.: +49 28 41 97 96 6-0

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Before commissioning in explosive atmosphere make a safety and function test

2.3.4 Assembling and Disassembling

Assembling and Disassembling of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 have to

2.3.5 Maintenance and Attendance

The Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45 is normally maintenance-free.

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The close of all circuits of the Transponder-Reader TPF-35-EX-45, the appropriate

You need special settings for the hardware installation :

2.3.8 Electric parameters an other parameters

An EC Type Examination is attached to this manual - xx ATEX E xxx.

2.3.9 Special Conditions of a safety Use

An EC Type Examination is attached to this manual - xx ATEX E xxx.

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2.4.1 Electromagnetic Radiation

The Transponder Reader TPF-35-EX-45 produces an electromagnetic field with a

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2.5 Technical properties

2.5.1 Mechanical properties

Weight ca. <15kg

There are 2 apertures to fasten the case by 2 screws ( M 10).

15mm 170mm 15mm

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