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Impinj Item Test enable to test any Impinj Reader (R420, R220, R700…) and also to make preliminary tests of a ePortal based on R700 or a UDoor Lite (based on R420) and its outputs (blades, red and green leds, magnet)
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Impinj Item test 2.7 usage
#1 - Computer <> RFID reader physical connexion:
To test an RFID reader or station, make sure that connect the computer is connected DIRECTLY to the reader :
either by direct ethernet connection (computer <> rfid reader):
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RFID reader as shown below (not through the local network)
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For information, Impinj R700 reader is POE powered : iMPINJ poe INJECTOR Impinj POE Injector is used as power supply : Connect the network (or the computer in case of direct connexion) to “IN” RJ45 plug Connect the R700 to “OUT” RJ45 plug |
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When the computer is connected directly to the reader, Impinj Item test will be able to discover and connect automatically to the reader. No Need to set a fixed IP address on the computer nor on the RFID reader, just let them in Dynamic
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The computer and the impinj reader must both be set in Dynamic IP adressing (default) |
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In these conditions, the RFID reader will |
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take its backup fallback IP address = 169.254.1.1 |
or through the LAN network:
In this case you should ensure that the computer and the RFID reader are on the same subnetwork, and preferably know the IP adress of the reader.
To check if the computer is set in dynamic adressing : after connecting the computer to the reader,
Type Windows Key+R, then type “cmd” then enter
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type the command “ipconfig”
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For the Ethernet Adaptor, the line IPV4 address should mention “Autoconfiguration” and start with 169.254 as illustrated above. Then it’s OK switch directly to #2.
If not the case, for instance if the result is as illustrated below:
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Then your computer needs to be changed to dynamic adressing : click on the network icon of the task bar (bottom right), then click on the LAN connexion (top of the list, not the Wifi connexions that may also appear)
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On the next page click on Network and Sharing Center
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then click on the Ethernet connection, properties,
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Click on TCP/IP V4 parameters
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select “obtain an IP address automatically”
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Click on OK and close the pop ups : your computer is now set in Dynamic IP adressing
#2 - Access the RFID reader with ItemTest software:
Double click on the ItemTest icon to launch the software
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