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      Performing a Manual Tagging

      How to Encode an RFID Tag using Manual Tagging

      The Manual Tagging functionality allows the user to quickly encode and program an RFID tag to match an existing SKU or product. This function is similar to Fast Tagging, but differs in that users must manually enter in the SKU they wish to program instead of scanning an existing barcode.

      The main benefit is users can program multiple tags of the same SKU more easily and allows users to program items if a physical barcode isn't present.

      This process is intended for users to manually program a single SKU to an RFID tag. If focusing on a large range of SKUs, it is highly recommended to use FastTagging for improved accuracy.

      Starting a Manual Tag

      1. Open the Ramp Retail App and log in.

      2. Tap the Tagging tile followed by the Manual Tagging tile.



      Performing a Manual Tag

      1. Upon selecting Manual Tagging, the SKU selection page will be shown. Type in the SKU name or SKU number that you wish to search for and click the Search icon. Select the SKU from the search results by tapping on the box.



      2. Upon selecting a SKU, the corresponding SKU information will be displayed against the scanned barcode. 



      3. The RFID handheld is now ready to program the RFID tag. To program the RFID tag, tap the trigger once quickly to enable the RFID reader. Hold the RFID reader against the RFID tag until it has been programmed.
      4. Upon a successful RFID program, an audible beep will be heard alongside a visible green indicator to let the user know that the RFID tag has been successfully programmed.



      5. Once the RFID tag has been programmed, the RFID field will reset in preparation for the user to repeat the process for the next RFID tag.

      Error Messages

      Throughout the manual tagging process, users may run into issues during the process that may halt or impede the ability to program and encode tags. This section serves to provide an explanation of the error codes present and provide some troubleshooting steps.

      RFID Error Messages

      Indicator Error Message Cause Solution
      No error message
      • The RFID tag was successfully programmed.
      		  
      No tag was detected. Hold the antenna close to the tag when encoding.
      • RFID handheld was too far from the RFID tag to program.
      • RFID tags may be faulty and not responsive to RFID.
      • Move the handheld closer to the RFID tag when programming.
      • Replace faulty RFID tag.
      There was an error encoding this tag. Try again.
      • The RFID handheld did not have sufficient time to program the RFID tag. 
      • The RFID tag was moved away from the RFID handheld before programming could be completed.
      • Hold handheld against the RFID tag during programming until a green indicator is shown.
      • Replace faulty RFID tag.

      Tagging Settings

      There are additional settings that will dictate the behavior of the application when searching for products and tagging products. These are as follows:

      Add to Stock when Tagging When enabled, all programmed RFID tags will automatically added as stock. 
      When disabled, all programmed RFID tags will not be automatically added as stock, but will still be encoded with the SKU information.
      Exact Text Match When enabled, requires the scanned barcode text to match exactly to prompt a search result.
      When disabled, a scanned barcode will prompt the closest matching result.
      Search Barcode Number When enabled, allows users to search for barcode numbers.
      Search SKU Number When enabled, allows users to search for SKU numbers.
      Search Item Code When enabled, allows users to search for Item Codes.

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