Troubleshooting
Problem
The display goes blank when
reading/writing.
The display is blank after
switching on.
Error messages appear that are
not defined anywhere.
The function "Write Tag" cannot
be executed/is represented in
gray in the menu.
The green LED on the read
head of the RF310M does not
go out after a read/write access
to the transponder.
SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader
Operating Instructions, 07/2007, J31069-D0191-U001-A1-7618
Possible cause
The battery or the batteries of the
Mobile Reader are empty.
The battery or the batteries are
empty.
It was previously read in the OTP
area.
The program was illegally aborted.
Problem recovery
Insert the device into the charging and docking
station or insert new batteries.
Insert the device into the charging and docking
station or insert new batteries.
Remove the batteries from the basic unit and re-
insert them after 60 s. The device now has the
delivery status. If the error persists, the device
may have a defect.
Execute the function "Read Tag". The tag can
then be written to again.
Execute system reset. Press and hold the
orange, blue and red keys simultaneously for
approximately 6 seconds.
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