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Pad Staff Workstation
Model 895
PRERELEASE DOCUMENTATION
Site Planning Guide
3M Security Systems Division
3M Center, Building 225-4N-14
St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000
78-8126-xxxx-x Rev 1
Copyright © 2004 3M IPC. All rights reserved.

Table of Contents
Intended Use:......................................................................................................................... 3
Label Locations.................................................................................................................... 5
EMC, USA, and Canada Compliance ................................................................................... 6
FCC Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations........................................................................ 6
FCC Intentional Radiator Certification..................................................................................... 6
Industry Canada Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations...................................................... 6
EMC Compliance Europe ....................................................................................................... 6
Section 1 - Overview ............................................................................................7
Reader pad ............................................................................................................................ 8
Reader ................................................................................................................................... 8
Cable lengths........................................................................................................................ 9
Serial cable ............................................................................................................................ 9
Reader pad cable................................................................................................................... 9
Power cables.......................................................................................................................... 9
Section 2 – Basic Operation...............................................................................10
Pad Staff Workstation Software......................................................................................... 10
Section 3 - Care and maintenance.....................................................................11
Cleaning the reader pad..................................................................................................... 11
Requesting service.............................................................................................11
Before you call ..................................................................................................................... 11
3M Service Phone Numbers................................................................................................. 11

SAFETY INFORMATION
Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these
instructions prior to installation and use of the 3M™ Pad Staff
Workstation Model 895. Retain these instructions for future reference.
Intended Use:
The 3M™ Pad Staff Workstation Model 895 is intended for use in check-in/check-out of library materials. Library
items that use optical bar-code technology can be converted to RFID technology using the 3M Pad Staff
Workstation Model 895 in conjunction with a bar code scanner supplied by the customer.
Designed for use with a PC computer supplied by the customer, the Model 895 includes software packages that
enable the user to perform the above functions using 3M™ D8 RFID tags.
The 3M Pad Staff Workstation Model 895 is intended for use in an
indoor library environment. It has not been evaluated for other uses or
locations.
EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES
DANGER:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury and/or property damage.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
EXPLANATION OF PRODUCT SAFETY LABEL SYMBOLS
Attention: Read accompanying documentation
Warning: Risk of Electric Shock

WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage contained within the power supply,
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury:
§
Do not use the power supply if the case or cord are damaged;
§
Do not use power supply in outdoor or wet environments;
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Do not attempt to service or repair the RFID circuitry or power supply — no user serviceable
parts inside.
CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with repeated body movement, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury:
§
Operation of the RFID Pad may involve repeated body movements. To minimize possibility of
Repetitive Stress Injury, avoid prolonged repetitive movements, rest when becoming fatigued
and, when possible, alternate job functions with other people. Avoid awkward reaching for
items.
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination from circuit boards
containing lead-bearing solder within the Model 895, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury:
§
At the end of service life, dispose of the Model 895 according to federal, state and local
requirements.

Label Locations
895_OM_001
N1108
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Model 895
12 VDC
300 mA
3.6 W
S/N: 895XXXX
FCC ID: DGF-SSD895
Canada: __________
N1108
Model 895
12 VDC
300 mA
S/N: 895XXXX
This Class A digital apparatus also meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes
les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur
du Canada.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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3M RFID Reader
TM
3M Pad Staff Workstation
TM

EMC, USA, and Canada Compliance
FCC Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can emit radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
FCC Intentional Radiator Certification
This equipment contains an intentional radiator approved by the FCC under the
FCC ID number shown above. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NO MODIFICATIONS. Modifications to this device shall not be made without the
written consent of The 3M Company. Unauthorized modifications may void the
authority granted under Federal Communications Commission Rules permitting
the operation of this device.
Industry Canada Radio Frequency Rules and Regulations
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du
Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
CANADA: Pending
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
EMC Compliance Europe
This equipment complies with the requirements of the RTTE and EMC directives.
FCC ID: DGF-SSD895

Section 1 - Overview
The 3M
Pad Staff Workstation Model 895
is used with other equipment and software
to read and/or program 3M
RFID Tags.
Reader pad components
The reader pad includes the following
components:
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3M RFID Reader Pad
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3M RFID Reader
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Serial cable - connects the RFID reader
to a customer-supplied computer
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Power transformer /power cord
895_SPG_002
Serial Cable
Power
Transformer
RFID
Reader
Customer-supplied Computer
Reader Pad
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Equipment specifications
Reader pad
Dimensions
Length: 11.4 in. (28.9 cm)
Width: 11.4 in. (28.9 cm)
Height: 0.4 in. (1.0 cm)
Weight
32 oz. (.91 Kg)
Environmental
Typical ambient temperature range:
50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)
Humidity: 0% to 85% RH, non-condensing
Reader
Dimensions
Length: 5.6 in. (14.22 cm)
Width: 5.0 in. (12.7 cm)
Height: 1.0 in. (2.54 cm)
Weight
3.64 oz. (103.2 g)
Environmental
Typical ambient temperature range:
50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)
Humidity: 0% to 85% RH, non-condensing
Electrical
100-240 Vac, 47 to 63 Hz, 0.5 A

Cable lengths
Serial cable
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Each reader pad includes a standard
6.67-foot (2-meter) serial cable.
§
If necessary, you can purchase
standard serial cables up to 50 ft.
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USB to serial adaptor
- if no serial
ports are available, a USB-to-serial
adaptor cable may be purchased and
installed by your IT department.
Reader pad cable
The reader pad has a 6.67-foot (2-meter)
cable.
§
If necessary, 25-foot (7.62-meter)
extension cables are available from 3M
(with the total length not to exceed 50
ft. (15.25 meters).
Power cables
AC power cord
(from the power
transformer to an AC power receptacle)
6.7 ft. (2 meter).
Power transformer cable
(from the
power transformer to the RFID Reader)
6.7 ft. (2 meter).
895_SPG_006
Reader Pad Cable
to Reader 6.7 ft. (2 meter)
Serial Cable
to computer
6.5 ft. (2 meter)
Power Transformer Cable
6.7 ft. (2 meter)
Power
Transformer
AC
power
cord
6.7 ft.
(2 meter)
RFID
Reader
Customer-supplied Computer
For best performance, make sure that the
Reader Pad is at least 2 in. (5 cm) away
from any metal surface.
Tighten the threaded
sleeve (finger tight)
to secure the power
connector.
Reader Pad
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Figure 1: Cable lengths

Section 2 – Basic Operation
Pad Staff Workstation Software
The 3M™ Pad Staff Workstation software consolidates a
number of library functions to enable staff to process items
identified by 3M™ D8 RFID tags. The workstation reads item
ID information from the tags and sends the information to the
library circulation system. The Pad Staff Workstation software
secures and un-secures tags as required.
The Pad Staff Workstation software can perform the following
operations:
§
Check-In
and
Check-Out
Send IDs to circulation and
secure or un-secure items.
§
Send ID
Send item identifiers read from tags to the library
circulation system.
§
Secure/Un-Secure Only
Change the status of items
security without sending IDs to the circulation system.
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Read Tags Only
Read and display tag information.
770_OM_003
Serial Cable
Power
Transformer
RFID
Reader
Customer-supplied Computer
Pad
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3M™ Pad Staff Workstation Model 895

Section 3 - Care and maintenance
Cleaning the reader pad
The reader pad may need occasional cleaning.
§
Gently rub the reader pad with a soft cloth dampened with a mild
cleaning solution.
§
DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners on the reader pad.
§
DO NOT use any liquid cleaning solutions on the 3M
RFID Reader.
Requesting service
Before you call
Before you call 3M Service, have the following information available:
§
Have the reader pad connected with power applied and near the
telephone.
§
Write down the reader pad’s serial number (located on the bottom of the
reader pad).
§
Be ready to describe the problem and any error messages in detail.
3M Service Phone Numbers
For any questions regarding the reader pad hardware, call one of the
following telephone numbers.
In the United States
1-800-328-0067
In Canada
English 1-800-268-6235
Français 1-800-567-3193
In Other Countries
Call your local 3M office.