Connecting to an indicator (optional)
6
Connecting to a
Bluetooth
To establish a
need to 'pair' the two devices. The panel reader can be paired with any Tru-Test
third party devices.
Note:
When connecting the panel reader wirelessly to a Tru-Test indicator, always turn the indicator on BEFORE the panel
reader.
Connecting to an indicator that does not offer
Connect the panel reader to the indicator using the Panel Reader-Serial cable supplied. Follow the instructions provided
with your indicator.
Recording EID tags
7
The method used to record EID tags differs depending on whether the panel reader is being used 'standalone' or
'connected' (to another device such as an indicator). For more information, see
Recording EID tags when the panel reader is connected to another device
Refer to example installation diagram in
1
Set up the indicator or other device for a recording session, according to the instructions provided with the device.
2
Move the animal into the cattle crush.
When the animal passes near the antenna, the EID tag will be read by the antenna and sent to the panel reader and
then the connected indicator. The EID tag is recorded into the indicator's internal memory. The EID tag number will
appear on the panel reader's LCD, the Read LED (green) will flash once and the panel reader will beep
that the tag has been read successfully.
Recording EID tags when the panel reader is being used on its own (standalone)
1
Start a new recording session by pressing.
2
Move the animal into the cattle crush.
When the animal passes near the antenna, the EID tag will be read by the antenna and sent to the panel reader and
recorded into its internal memory. The EID tag number will appear on the panel reader's LCD, the Read LED (green) will
flash once and the panel reader will beep
4
Bluetooth
®
enabled indicator
®
wireless connection between the panel reader and a Tru-Test
1
With both devices off, position the panel reader within 5 metres of the indicator.
2
Switch on the indicator and, if necessary, check that its
3
Connect the panel reader to a power source (battery or mains power).
Wait for up to 1 minute until the two devices are paired. When pairing is complete, the panel
Bluetooth
®
reader's
wireless connection LED (blue) illuminates and the LCD displays the name of
the connected device.
4
Use the panel reader to scan an EID tag in order to test the connection.
Section 5 – Installing the panel reader and antenna
. The panel reader beeps and the session number appears on the LCD.
to indicate that the tag has been read successfully.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
®
wireless connectivity
Section 4 – Ways to use the panel reader.
enabled indicator, you
enabled indicator and to some
setting is enabled.
.
to indicate