Connecting to iOS (Apple) devices
Step 1. Turn on the EID reader and open the iLivestock app.
Step 2. Select Equipment on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen.
and then tap the blue + then EID Reader to add a new reader.
Step 3. A list of compatible hardware will be displayed
Tap Pair next to RS420.
This will open your device's Bluetooth settings. Bluetooth settings should then be turned ON.
If Bluetooth settings don't open automatically, go to Bluetooth and turn it on.
Step 4. Search for new devices on your RS420 and select your device name.
a. Hold down the top button on the reader.
b. Use the bottom button to move to "Bluetooth Settings".
c. Select 'Select Device'.
d. Select 'Search for new device'.
e. Select the device from the list.
Step 5. Confirm the pairing request on your mobile device.
a. If it does not say 'Connected' on your Bluetooth settings, tap on it to connect.
Step 6. When you open up iLivestock, the reader will now appear in Equipment under 'My EID Readers'
After, your RS420 should display a solid Bluetooth symbol with a small "m" next to it, which means it's connected. If it's flashing, it's not connected yet.
Connecting to Android devices
Step 1. Turn on the EID reader and open the iLivestock app.
Step 2. Select Equipment on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen.
and then tap the blue + then EID Reader to add a new reader.
Step 3. A list of compatible hardware will be displayed
Tap Pair next to RS420.
This will open up your device's Bluetooth settings to ensure Bluetooth is on.
Step 4. Search for new devices on your RS420 and select your device name.
a. Hold down the top button on the reader.
b. Use the bottom button to move to Bluetooth Settings.
c. Select Select Device.
d. Select Search for New Device.
e. Select the device from the list.
Step 5. Confirm the pairing request on your device
Step 6. When you open up iLivestock, the reader will now appear in Equipment under 'My EID Readers'
Your RS420 should display a solid Bluetooth symbol with a small "m" next to it, which means it's connected. If it's flashing, it's not connected yet.
Continuous Read Mode
How to change the settings on your RS420 to continuous read mode.
- Hold down the top button to access the 'Menu'.
- Select 'Read Settings'
- Select 'Read Time'
- Select 'Continuous'. Now, when you click the button, the reader will continue searching for EiD tags until you press the button again.
Authentication on RS420 Bluetooth settings
Please make sure this is on.
Checking Existing and Updating Firmware for the RS420
Steps to Check Firmware on the RS420 Reader.
Step 1. Turn on the RS420 reader.
Step 2. Hold down the black button for over 3 seconds to enter the menu.
Step 3. Use the green button to navigate to Menu 6 (Reader Information).
Step 4. The screen will display the current firmware version of the reader.
Steps to Update Firmware on the RS420 Reader
WARNING - Updating the firmware will delete all sessions permanently from your reader. Import and download these with Tag Manager first.
Step 1. Download Software: Download the latest Tag Manager software from the Allflex website https://www.allflex.com.au/about-us/resources/
Step 2. Charge Reader Ensure the RS420 reader is fully charged.
Step 3. Connect Device Connect the reader to your computer using the mini-USB cable that came with the device.
Step 4. Set to Slave Mode If using Bluetooth, ensure the reader is set to "Slave" mode to allow connection to the computer.
Step 5. Launch Tag Manager Open the Tag Manager software on your computer.
Step 6. Connect Click the Connect button in the top left corner and select your reader (via USB or Bluetooth).
Step 7. Identify Version: Go to Advanced at the top left of the screen - the system will already be switched to advanced if you see the Basic option here.
Next, click Tools on the left hand side at the bottom of the screen
Step 8. On the Tools screen, select Reader Config at the top right of the screen.
Next, Select Maintenance at the top of the screen.
Step 9. On the Reader Maintenance pop up screen, tap the Update button to check for and update the reader with the latest firmware.
Step 9. Execute Update: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 10. Progress Bar: A green progress bar will appear during the update procedure.
Full guide for Tag Manager found here