Introduction

The RFID arch is a hardware device that is used to read all passing items on a conveyor belt, and forward the read items to the Nedap Harmony platform. There are two versions of the RFID Arch available:

1. With infra-red beam sensors: This version of the arch distinguishes individual packages from each other using the input from the sensors, and a software algorithm.
2. Without sensors: This version just reads all passing items, without any physical grouping between them.

Indicator lights

The arch comes with two indicator lights:

• Green: The light is enabled when the RFID reader is enabled and reading RFID tags.
• Blue: The light is enabled when the device is connected to the Nedap Harmony cloud platform.

Operator instructions

The RFID arch is not equipped with a user-interface (no screen and no buttons).

When one of the indicator lights is off, please follow the steps in 'Troubleshooting'.

Troubleshooting

• Green light is off, but blue is on: There is configuration or software issue. Please contact the Nedap Harmony support desk with this information, and the device location.
• Blue light is off, but green is on: Please check on the following:
  • Network cable is still connected, and RFID reader shows blinking LEDs at the network connector.
  • The Firewall requirements are met.
  • If this doesn't solve the problem, please contact the Nedap Harmony support desk with this information, and the device location.
• Both lights are off: Please check on the following:
  • Make sure the arch is powered.
  • Make sure the Power over Ethernet device inside the electronics cabinet is still powered.
  • If this doesn't solve the problem, please contact the Nedap Harmony support desk with this information, and the device location.