CAEN R1290I Hex Multipurpose RAIN RFID Reader with PoE

The CAEN Hex (Model R1290IE, R1290IU), multipurpose reader of the easy2read© product line, is a RAIN RFID reader with integrated circular polarized antenna for short to medium range applications.In addition to the internal circular polarized antenna, the Hex provides a connector for an external antenna in order to extend the reading area of the reader and a set of GPIO lines that permits to control external devices like lights or alarms or to get triggers via external sensors (buttons, light barriers).

The USB host port, combined with the internal computing architecture, permits to connect USB peripherals like barcode scanners, keyboards, printers and many others transforming the Hex reader in a powerful and versatile identification platform.

Features: -

• RAIN RFID (UHF EPC Class1 Gen2, ISO 18000-63) compliant 
• USB and Ethernet communication 
• HID profile on USB available 
• Integrated circular polarized antenna and external antenna connector 
• Versatile form factor 
• PoE or external power supply 
• USB host port 
• OLED display and keypad 
• Internal scripting engine

Applications: -

• Points of sale 
• Encoding stations 
• Access control 
• Document tracking  
• Inventory Management

Ordering Options: -

• WR1290IEXAAA Hex - ETSI version 
• WR1290IUXAAA Hex - FCC version

FAQs:

What is the CAEN R1290I Hex?

The CAEN R1290I Hex (models R1290IE and R1290IU) is a multipurpose RAIN RFID reader designed for short to medium-range applications. It features an integrated antenna, an external antenna connector, GPIO, a USB host port, and PoE.

What are the key features of the R1290I Hex?

Key features include RAIN RFID compliance, USB and Ethernet communication, HID profile on USB, integrated and external antenna options, versatile form factor, PoE or external power, USB host port, OLED display and keypad, and an internal scripting engine.

What is the difference between the R1290IE and R1290IU models?

The primary difference is the operating frequency. The R1290IE is for ETSI EN 302 208 v3.1.1 (Europe), while the R1290IU is for FCC part 15.247 (US).

What RFID protocols does the R1290I Hex support?

It supports EPC C1 G2 / ISO18000-63.

What frequency bands does the R1290I Hex operate on?

The R1290IE operates on 865.600-867.600 MHz, and the R1290IU operates on 902-928 MHz.

What type of antenna does it have?

It has an integrated circular polarized antenna and a connector for an external antenna.

What is the USB host port used for?

The USB host port allows connecting USB peripherals like barcode scanners, keyboards, and printers.