SIMATIC RF1000

With the SIMATIC RF1000 readers, Siemens provides an RFID-based solution which enables simple and versatile implementation of electronic authorization management. Existing employee ID provides the basis for identification. which increases user friendliness and minimizes costs.

SIMATIC RF1000 series readers allow realization of finely-graded access concepts, documentation of processes and storage of user-specific instructions to be stored – according to the customer-made application and all with a single card.

SIMATIC RF1000 integration graphic

The SIMATIC RF1000 identification system offers the following performance features:

• 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz operating frequency
• Supports the ISO 15693, ISO 14443 A/B (MIFARE), LEGIC Prime and LEGIC Advant, Hitag 1/2/S, and EM41xx standards.
• 3-color LED status display on the front. Acoustic signaling element and acoustic signaling element.
• Compact design with low overall depth
• IP65 degree of protection (at front).
• USB 2.0 interface and RS232 serial interface for direct connection to communications modules (CMs) and PCs.

• Individual control of access rights using existing employee ID card
• Diagnostics via 3-color LED status display and acoustic signaling element
• Secure and documented access to machines prevents operating errors
• Simple integration into existing hardware (HMI devices and panels)
• Low overall depth thanks to slim design
• Cable feedthrough on different sides allows installation in confined spaces
• Reading and writing of data from/to ID/card/transponder
• Creation of custom-made parameter assignment for reader via the config card
• Handling and storage of custom-made key material for data access in the reader
• Worldwide service and support

The growing demand for security and traceability increasingly calls for solutions enabling access to machines and systems which can be regulated and documented. Electronic access management consolidates process security while enhancing productivity and efficiency by preventing damage which could be caused by unauthorized access.

The main application areas for SIMATIC RF1000 are:

• Controlled machine access
  • Logging of access data
  • Traceability of access and changes
• Individual control of access rights
  • Definition of any number of user groups with different access rights
• Integration in the company-wide industrial security concept
  • Connection to an Active Directory via PM-LOGON, SIMATIC Logon or UMC

Due to their compact design with low overall depth, SIMATIC RF1000R readers are suitable for applications where mounting space is limited, such as where HMI panels are involved.

The high degree of protection (IP65 on the front) of the SIMATIC RF1000R readers enables them to be used in harsh industrial environments.

Each SIMATIC RF1000R Reader features a 3-color LED status display on the front which signals the function and status of the reader, as well as the presence of a transponder.

Easy integration into existing hardware (HMI devices and panels) via a USB 2.0 interface.

Connection to ET 200SP, communications modules, PCs and third-party HMIs is via an RS232 serial interface.

Transponders compliant with ISO 15693, ISO 14443 A/B, LEGIC Prime and LEGIC Advant, Hitag 1/2/S and EM41xx can be used as mobile data storage mediums.

The SIMATIC RF1000 reader provides a simple, documented option to use existing RFID-based employee ID for operating machinery and systems.

Individual control of access rights

• Fine-grained access concepts
• User-specific instructions and information

Requirements for traceability and documentation

• Unique identification of operating personnel
• Documentation of access, audit trail

Increasing demand for security

• Avoidance of damage due to accidental operating errors
• Prevention of intentional manipulation
• Integration into company-wide industrial security concept

MIFARE config card, reading and writing of data from/to ID/card/transponder

• Creation of customer-specific parameter assignment for reader via the config card
• Handling and storage of customer-specific key material for data access in the reader

Since they support widely used standards and enable a choice of connection options, the access control readers can be integrated into existing applications in a variety of ways.

• Connection via USB 2.0 to Windows-based PC or HMI systems – compatible with PM-LOGON for local and central user administration. Connection to Linux-based systems is also possible.
• RS232 serial interface for connection to:
  • PROFINET via RF18xC/CI
  • S7-1200 via RF120C
  • PROFIBUS via RF166C
  • ET 200pro via RF170C
  • ET 200SP, PCs, third-party HMI, other control systems

SIMATIC Ident Configuration Guide

You can find a compact configuration guide for setting up RFID systems here:

http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/67384964