Jewelry Software Reader Setup
Jewelry Software Reader Setup is the commissioning stage that connects the Fresh USA Windows application to compatible fixed readers used for inventory, Smart Shelf monitoring and anti-theft functions. Correct reader communication should be confirmed before antenna power and zone boundaries are adjusted.
For the installer and licensing information, start at the primary Jewelry Inventory Software Download page.
Open the Reader Settings
In the Fresh USA Anti-Theft / Inventory Software, open the program settings and select the Readers section. The reader setup area is used to define the connected device, operating mode, connection method, name and reader power settings.
Give each reader a clear name that matches its physical location, for example:
- Showcase 1
- Watch Counter
- Diamond Display
- Back Storage
- Main Exit
- Smart Shelf Zone 2
Clear names make event logs and troubleshooting much easier when several readers are connected to one jewelry system.
TCP/IP Reader Configuration
For fixed Smart Shelf installations, Ethernet/TCP/IP is commonly used. Connect the reader to power and the network, then confirm that every fixed reader has a unique IP address and communication port. Avoid duplicate network addresses.
- Connect the reader to the network router or switch.
- Assign the planned IP address and port.
- Enter the corresponding communication values in the jewelry software.
- Save the reader configuration.
- Use the software to confirm that the reader is detected and operational.
If the reader does not connect, check the local network first: IP address, subnet, port, cable, switch connection and Windows firewall rules. Do not compensate for a network problem by increasing RF power.
Other Reader Connection Types
The Fresh USA software manual also documents reader connection types including RS232, USB and Wi-Fi, depending on the compatible reader model. Select the connection type that matches the actual hardware used in the project.
Reader Operating Modes
The documented software provides several reader operating modes. Select the mode according to the physical function of the reader rather than giving every reader the same configuration.
- Anti-theft: reader used as a monitored checkpoint or anti-theft zone.
- Safe / Smart Shelf: reader used to monitor tagged merchandise assigned to a shelf or display zone.
- Auto binding: reader used to assign newly detected tags to item records.
- Auto unbinding: reader used to remove an existing tag assignment.
- Auto anti-theft off: temporarily removes a registered tag from active protection without deleting it from the database.
- Auto anti-theft on: returns a previously disarmed tag to the protected state.
These operating modes allow one jewelry software installation to use different readers for different workflows.
Reader Power Is Not the First Adjustment
The reader power setting controls the practical RF coverage of the installed system, but power should be adjusted only after the antennas are installed in their intended locations. Excessive power can make one zone detect tags from a neighboring showcase. Too little power can create dead spots.
After the jewelry software reader setup is complete, continue with the Jewelry RFID Antenna Setup and Zone Adjustment Guide.
Database Connection
The software stores reader settings, item records and events in the configured database. The supplied manual documents SQL Express with .\sqlexpress as the standard server value, Windows authentication and an option to create a new database on the first setup. A company using its own SQL Server environment may require different connection parameters from its IT administrator.
Verify Reader Status Before Adding Jewelry
Before registering production merchandise, confirm the following:
- every configured reader appears online;
- reader names correspond to their actual physical locations;
- each TCP/IP reader has a unique network address;
- the intended operating mode is selected;
- the software database is connected correctly;
- reader-disconnection notifications work as expected for the project.
Tag Binding and Reader Selection
When binding a jewelry tag to an item record, select the reader that will perform the scanning operation, choose the correct merchandise classification, bring the tag into the reader field and complete the binding process in the software. The manual also documents rebinding, unbinding, tag checking and synchronization functions.
This is why correct jewelry software reader setup should be completed before large quantities of jewelry tags are registered.
