UHF 860-960 MHz Bluetooth RFID Key Fob Reader
UHF 860-960 MHz Bluetooth RFID Key Fob Reader
Description
Overview
This compact UHF Bluetooth RFID key fob reader is compliant with ISO 18000-6C/EPC C1G2 standards.It integrates a linear polarized antenna which makes it suitable for short to medium range applications. It provides Bluetooth communication function and is a perfect add-on for any Bluetooth enabled host such as a PC, a smartphone, a PDA or a tablet. It is compatible with Windows XP/7, Windows CE/Mobile, Android, iPhone and iPad. The reader can also operate in Batch Mode, allowing to store EPC codes into the internal memory when the communication links (USB or Bluetooth®) are not available. Designed for mobile operators in indoor or outdoor areas, the small reader is ideal for in-store inventory management, field sales mobility, service and maintenance applications.
Key Features
- EPC C1 G2, ISO18000-6C compliant
- USB and Bluetooth communication
- Small, lightweight and ergonomic form factor
- Integrated linear polarized antenna
- Battery powered
- Vibration feedback
- iPhone/iPad compatibility
- LCD display
Applications
- UHF add-on to Bluetooth devices
- Point of sales
- Field sales mobility
- Access control
- Inventory management
- Service and maintenance
Technical Specifications
| Frequency Range | 865.600 to 867.600 MHz (ETSI EN 302 208 v. 1.4.1) (Mod. 246021B and 246021A) 902-928 MHz (FCC part 15.247) (Mod. 246021D and 246021C) |
| RF Power | Programmable in 18 levels from 5dBm e.r.p. (3mW e.r.p.) to 22dBm e.r.p. (150mW e.r.p.) |
| Antenna | Integrated linear (horizontal) |
| Number of Channels | 4 channels (compliant to ETSI EN 302 208 v. 1.4.1.) (Mod. 246021B and 246021A) 50 hopping channels (compliant to FCC part 15.247) (Mod. 246021D and 246021C) |
| Standard Compliance | ISO 18000-6C/EPC C1G2 |
| Read Range | up to 90cm (typical) |
| Connectivity | USB Interface: USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbit/s) device port Bluetooth Interface: Class 2 with output power 4dBm e.i.r.p. Virtual COM port parameters: – Baudrate: up to 230.400kbps – Databits: 8 – Stopbits: 1 – Parity: none – Flow control: none Human Interface Device (HID) profile available (mod. 246021B and 246021D) Apple compatibility available (mod. 246021A and 246021C) |
| User Interface | Button #1:ON/OFF Button #2: Trigger Led #1: power indication and battery status (green: high; red: low) Led #2: communication activity (blue: Bluetooth; orange: USB) Buzzer: bitonal for events signaling Vibration: for events signaling Display: LCD Alphanumeric (8 chars x 2 lines) |
| Internal Buffer Size | 48kByte (equivalent to 4096 EPC codes@96bit) (TBC) |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion 3.7V, 570mAh |
| Battery Life | Operating: > 12h with 40’000 tag readings; Standby: > 15 days |
| Battery Charging Time | 2h (typical) |
| IP Rating | IP 32 |
| Dimensions | (W)99 x (L)54 x (H)20 mm3 max. (3.9 x 2.1 x 0.8 inch3) |
| Length of USB cable | 1.5 m |
| Operating Temp. | -10 °C to +55 °C |
| Weight | 57 g |
Ordering Options
| Code | Description |
| Reader | |
| 246021A | 246021A – Keyfob Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader (ETSI) with Apple profile |
| 246021B | 246021B – Keyfob Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader (ETSI) with HID profile |
| 246021C | 246021C – Keyfob Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader (FCC) with Apple profile |
| 246021D | 246021D – Keyfob Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader (FCC) with HID profile |
| Development Kit | |
| A | Development kit with 246021 Reader (ETSI with Apple profile) and demo tags |
| B | Development kit with 246021 Reader (ETSI with HID profile) and demo tags |
| C | Development kit with 246021 Reader (FCC with Apple profile) and demo tags |
| D | Development kit with 246021 Reader (FCC with HID profile) and demo tags |
