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Reader PPC2510

Operating Instructions

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1     General

1.1      About these instructions

These operating instructions form part of the RW2510 user software and describe how
to use it properly.

  • Read the operating instructions carefully before use and observe.
  • Keep the operating instructions for the entire period in which you use the software
  • As proprietor/using company, ensure that these opreating instruction are access-
    sible to the opreating personnel at all time.
  • Pass the operating instructions on to any succeeding owner or user of the software.
  • Include all supplements received from the manufacturer.
1.2      Target group

The operating instructions are intended for persons already familiar with the function
and mode of operation of the GEL 2510 odometer (see Operating Manual
no.D-02B-2510).

Familiarity with Windows-based operating systems is required for use of the RW2510
user software as described below. The user manual included with the handheld PC
provides suitable information. Please also note the information given there on the fol-
lowing items:

  • Battery power
  • Memory
  • Data backup and restoration

Configuration of the odometer is permissible only by the owner of the vehicle or other authorized person.

1.3     Symbols, markings and notes

The following symbols, markings and notes are used in this description to ensure quick
recognition of certain information:

Symbols Description
Possible impending danger; failure to observe can result in serious or fatal injury
Indicates important information for avoiding damage to equipment and maintaining proper operation.
Required work step
→  page5 Cross-reference to a place in this manual
Times New Roman Windows-specific menu items and control elements are displayed in this font

Courier

File names appear in this font
1.4     Designated use

 Ensure that data transmission with the handheld PC is accomplished only outside of explosion hazard areas. The odometer itself may be used in such areas.

RW2510 is a Windows user software application for reading, processing and writing data in conjunction with the GEL 2510 electronic odometer

Basically, the software runs on handheld PCs with WindowsMobile™ 5.0 Microsoft® operating system or higher, which have an RFID hardware extension. It is factory-installed on Recon™ handheld PC and sold together with it.

The data is transmitted inductively and encrypted using the RFID protocol. The data is stored in the odometer, where it is protected against power failure. It consists of

  • factory-programmed identification data
  • configuration data to be specified by the owner and
  • regularly-updated operating data such as mileage and temperature alarms.

 The standard handheld PC, provided as an option, is factory-equipped withan RFID data transmission module (plug-in card with coil cover). Remove this moduleonly in the event of a malfunction to avoid damaging the sensitive internal wiring(→  page 16).

1.5     Revisions
Date Version What's new?
2009-12-18 1.0 First edition

2     Operation

The program is basically operated by pressing specific buttons on the touchscreen of the handheld PC . Some functions can, however, be performed with certain keys on the handheld PC

  All information on specific (hardware) keys refer to the Recon™ handheld PC, on which RW2510 has been preinstalled. Application windows shown in this man- ual may differ in minor detail from those on the device used.

Handheld PC keys - standard factory settings
  • 1    On/Off button
          If the display is not illuminated when you switch on, hold the
          button down a little longer.
  • 2    Windows Start menu
  • 3    Windows: Start/access RW2510
          RW2510: no function
  • 4    Windows: context menu
          RW2510: Info screen (from Start page only)
  • 5    Close active window or screen and quit program(Back- or
          Escape)
  • 6    Enter/Return key, enable selected entry or press active
          button
  • 7    Cursor keys
2.1     Start

   To switch the handheld PC on: Press button

  It is important that the date and time on the system are correct for logging the read and write procedures in the odometer.

    For this reason, check whether the date in the system and the time on the handheld PC are set correctly; if necessary, correct the settings.

   Start the application by pressing the left Θ button on the handheld PC or by tapping the RW2510 entry in the file explorer.

The program's Start screen has two buttons in the bottom row:

  • Language
    for switching from German to English and vice versa
  • Info
    for display of program information (quit with [ok])

The following functions can be called with the other Start screen buttons:

  • Read mode
    For reading data out of odometer. This data is displayed on several screen pages.
  • View logfile
    All (successful) read procedures are logged and saved as individual datasets in a text file in the program directory (RW2510_LogFile.txt). This function permits these datasets to be viewed. The last dataset is always shown first. The file can be scrolled with the scrollbar on the right side of the window.
  • Config mode
     Use of this function is limited to the vehicle owner or other authorized person!
    This item allows configuration of the odometer. After reading out the existing data,some parameters can be changed and written back.
  • Exit
    Close RW2510 application.
    Alternatives: Press key or tap the ok icon in the headline
2.2     Read mode

    Tap the Read mode button (the process is triggered as soon as the button is released).

The system then searches for the connected RFID reader (hardware extension) and displays the result in the Status field:

    Tap the Read button in the (empty) data screen displayed.

An acoustic signal indicates that the handheld PC is now trying to establish a connection with the odometer (Status: Search for sensor...):

The search routine is limited to approx. 30 seconds and then the process is aborted. (You can intentionally abort searching by tapping the Status field.)

    Hold the handheld PC with the coil cover a maximum distance of 3 cm from the odometer.

After correct alignment, the acoustic signal stops and data transmission is started:

The progress is displayed in the Status field. Successful termination of the read process is confirmed by a brief acoustic signal and a corresponding message in the Status field. The first of three data screen pages is displayed:

Buttons:

  • Read = Start new read process
  • Back = Quit read function and switch to Start screen (on first data screen page); go back to screen page shown before (from second page)
  • Page 2/3 = Show next data screen page
  • Page 2, Page 3 = Call desired data screen page directly (on first page only)

The following table shows the parameters which can be read out.

Parameter Explanation
Page 1
Serial number Odometer serial number according to ID plate
Mileage Figure currently saved in odometer (calculated from wheel revolutions displayed and specific wheel diam- eter setting for wheelset)
Wheelset type Figure programmed by vehicle owner, determined by the wheelset design
Wheelset numbe ID number programmed by vehicle owner
Wheel diameter Value configured for the wheelset (cannot be changed here!); this is used to calculate the mileage (in km) from the counter reading recorded
Page 2
VKM Odometer owner's ID number programmed at factory (according to ERA-OTIF)
Wagon number Standardised ID data (UIC); optional information
Last read on

at
Date of previous read process stored in odometer Mileage
Reconfigured on

at
Date of last write process saved in odometer Mileage
Temp. > 70/85°C (Yes/No) Status display for temperature of 70 °C and/or 85 °C previously exceeded
Page 3
Counter status Measured number of wheel revolutions (U) to date
Memory cycles Number of mileage storage processes executed to date
Resolution DZ Operating mode set in configuration mode: Standard = Normal operation Test = Higher resolution for short test tracks; after a distance of approx. 11 km, it switches over automati- cally to Standard
Resolution PWRF

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Chip ID ID number of RFID chip used in odometer
Firmware version Status of the currently installed odometer firmware

    Quit function by tapping the Back button. Alternatively: Press key (possibly sev- eral times).

2.3     View logfile

This allows display of datasets saved automatically during readout in the Read mode menu. The associated file RW2510_LogFile.txt is located in the handheld PC's main directory.

    Tap the View logfile button.

The dataset for the last readout process is displayed (number in Status field). The window may be moved towards the end or beginning of the dataset, using the slide control.

Buttons:

  • Previous Dataset = Display dataset from older readout (lower number)
  • Back = Close display function and switch to Start screen
  • Next Dataset = Display dataset from more recent readout (higher number)

The individual entries in the log file are described in Section 2.2 (Read mode). Differing and additional entries are listed below:

Parameter Explanation
Read on/at Date and time of last readout process in read and con- figuration mode saved in odometer
Resolution DZ Factory-specified resolution in revolutions (U) and km; 1 U = test mode
Resolution PWRF
Reconfiguration on/at/at Date of last write process saved in odometer with number of revolutions (U) and mileage
2.4      Config mode

Use of this function is limited to the vehicle owner or other authorized person!

   Tap the Config mode button.

Display and functions are basically the same as in the menu item Read mode (→ page 10).

    Tap the button in the (empty) data entry box displayed: Read and hold the handheld PC against the odometer

After reading out the data, it is possible to either configure a new odometer or reconfigure an odometer already in operation. For this purpose, some of the parameters displayed in this mode can be changed. The associated data fields have a white background (such as Wheelset version in the illustration above).

Changeable parameters
Parameter Explanation
Page 1
Wheelset version Value determined by the wheelset version (e.g. from the wheelset ID plate)
Wheelset number ID number (e.g., from the wheelset ID plate)
Wheel diameter Entering the correct figure is important for internal mileage calculation (choice of 800...1000 mm in steps of 1 mm).
Page 2
Wagon number ID data matching the UIC specification (optional information)
Temperature > 70°C Reset triggering state (display: Yes) → No
Temperature > 85°C Display of triggering state (display: yes), cannot be reset by user; in such cases it is necessary for the manufacturer to inspect the odometer
Page 3
Resolution DZ Converting from standard to test mode and vice versa Standard = Normal operation Test = Higher resolution for short test tracks; after a distance of approx 11 km, the odometer switches over automatically to Standard
Resolution PWRF

    Tap the desired parameter field.

    Open the on-screen keyboard to enter any numbers necessary: Tap the icon in the centre of the
       bottom row of the window. To select numbers from a list, tap the arrow to the right of the value.

    Type in the desired number or select the desired value from the list in a selection field. Before a new value can be entered or changed, the corresponding values in the entry field must be deleted (occurs automatically if the value is highlighted in full, as is the case when the field is selected using the cursor keys).

    If required, specify other parameters as described above.

As soon as a field is changed, a corresponding message appears in the Status field on the first data screen page and the Write button is enabled.

   Tap the Write button to transfer the data to the odometer.
      The process can be aborted with the Back button.

    Hold the handheld PC against the odometer.
      Successful conclusion is acknowledged in the Status field. The process can be repeated in the event
      of an error or after abortion.

    Recommendation:Check whether the data has been entered correctly in the odometer. For this purpose, start a new read process by tapping the Read button.

After successful configuration,

    quit the function with the Back button.

3     Trouble-shooting

Malfunction Possible causes Remedy
Data acceptance fault in RFID reader Inserted plug-in card faulty Replace card with coil cover (both parts firmly connected by cable):

    Remove coil cover: Turn
      one locking screw on each
      side to the release position
      using the flat end of the
      stylus, and pull cover off
      carefully, just far enough to
      access the plug-in card

    Pull card out and replace

   Carefully replace and lock coil
      cover

No RFID reader found Operating system error in reader Reset:

    Depress "ON" button for a few
      seconds (follow instruc- tions on
      screen)

Inserted plug-in card loose in reader

    Remove coil cover (see above)

    Pull card out momentarily and
      reinsert

    Carefully replace and lock coil cover

Button pressed too quickly after starting the program Return to main menu and actuate desired button again
Error code 0x01 while reading out odometer. Distance between reader and odometer too great or reader incorrectly aligned Repeat transmission process at correct distance and at right angle to odometer or as close a possible to a right angle.
Error code 0x02 while writing to odometer (also while reading, because of saving readout date)

4     Appendix: Use

The two most important RW2510 functions are shown below in a summary chart.

4.1      Read operating data
4.2      Configure odometer