RFID Geeks

ZebraDesigner Features Overview

ZebraDesigner Features Overview

ZebraDesigner is a software that enables you to design custom labels for your application. If you are concerned about not knowing how to design your own label, ZebraDesigner is a highly intuitive Windows software that virtually eliminates the learning curve associated with other software systems.These labels can range from a simple 2D code to a more complex RFID encoded label, depending on your requirements.ZebraDesigner comes in several different editions depending on the complexity of your lab …
Oct 25th 2019 Annelise McKay
Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID Reader Product Overview

Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID Reader Product Overview

If you are wondering whether the latest fixed RFID reader from Caen is right for you, you have come to the right place! This blog post covers the features and functionalities of the Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID Reader. The Quattro R4321P is a compact long range RAIN RFID reader of the easy2read© product line, well suited for retail and warehousing installations.Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID ReaderKey features:RAIN (UH …
Oct 22nd 2019 Annelise McKay
How to Upgrade the Firmware of the Zebra RFD8500 RFID Reader

How to Upgrade the Firmware of the Zebra RFD8500 RFID Reader

This blog post explains how to upgrade the Firmware of the Zebra RFD8500 UHF RFID Handheld Sled Reader.Zebra has utility software to upgrade the firmware called Zebra 123Scan. 123Scan will automatically detect your devices and guide you through programming from start to finish.Minimum PC Requirements: Pentium Dual-Core E214 1.6GHz or Pentium Mobile Dual-Core T2060 or Pentium Celeron E1200 1.6GHz2GB RAM 1.2 GB free hard drive spaceThe USB port, 1.1 or higher, for the connection of USB ReadersMin …
Oct 8th 2019 Annelise McKay

Impinj xArray Product Overview

The Impinj xArray is a fixed RFID reader, but it is not your standard fixed reader. The xArray is a part of the Impinj Gateway Portal Family. For more information on Impinj Gateway Portals, please see the blog post, “Selecting an Impinj Gateway Reader.”The xArray reader is designed for wide-area monitoring in large facilities. It can cover an area of up to 1,500 square feet. Users of the xArray will be enabled with real time location of all their RAIN RFID tagged assets. The& …
Oct 4th 2019 Annelise McKay
How to Upgrade the Firmware for CSL CS108

How to Upgrade the Firmware for CSL CS108

This post explains how to upgrade your CSL CS108 UHF RFID Handheld Sled RFID Reader.To Upgrade the CSL CS108 firmware, install the CS108 PC Demo App.exeMinimum PC Hardware Requirements for Demo App:Pentium Dual-Core E214 1.6GHz or Pentium Mobile Dual-Core T2060 or Pentium Celeron E1200 1.6GHz 2GB RAM 1.2 GB free hard drive spaceThe USB port, 1.1 or higher, for the connection of USB Readers Minimum display resolution = 1024 by 768 pixelsInstallation of Demo App:Download the latest v …
Sep 28th 2019 Annelise McKay
Configuring the Zebra RFD8500 to Transmit RFID Tag Data in HID Mode

Configuring the Zebra RFD8500 to Transmit RFID Tag Data in HID Mode

This blog post explains how to configure your RFD8500 UHF RFID Reader to transmit RFID tag data in HID mode.There are two main modes of operation over Bluetooth on RFD8500 Default: SPP (Serial Port Profile) and Apple iAP2/MFi Keyboard Human Interface Device (HID) mode HID keyboard profile features:ADF rules can be applied to barcode and RFID data in HID modeRFID data is supported over HID with Gen2 session 2 RFID tags onlyThe only way to start a read in HID mode is t …
Sep 25th 2019 Annelise McKay
Basics of Setting Up Your Zebra RFD8500 Reader

Basics of Setting Up Your Zebra RFD8500 Reader

This blog post explains the basics of setting up and connecting to your Zebra RFD8500 UHF RFID Handheld Sled Reader.Fig 01: Zebra RFD8500 with RFID and 2D ImagerTurning on the Reader Press the Power Button to turn the RFD8500 ON. Hold the Power Button for three seconds to turn the RFD8500 OFF.Fig 02: RFD8500 FeaturesPairing the RFD8500 to a Device Using BluetoothThe RFD8500 reader provides Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) with optional 2D barcode scanning functionality. The device …
Sep 16th 2019 Annelise McKay

Selecting an Impinj Gateway Reader

A Gateway RFID Reader is a fixed infrastructure RFID reader that leverages an integrated RFID antenna for wide-area monitoring. Gateways, as the name calls out, provide an RFID threshold that picks up RFID tags as they pass through. A number of use cases can benefit from this technology, such as Industrial Automation, Manufacturing lines, Retail Loss Prevention, and more! Impinj offers a great selection of RFID gateway readers, shown below. Each of these readers can provide a RAIN RFID asset tra …
Sep 11th 2019 Annelise McKay
Connecting to the Zebra RFD8500 UHF RFID Reader

Connecting to the Zebra RFD8500 UHF RFID Reader

To utilize the RFID capabilities of your Zebra RFD8500 UHF RFID Handheld Sled Reader, please pair it to a smart device. This blog post will tell you how to pair your Zebra RFD8500 to Android and iOS devices via Bluetooth.A. Power Button-green light when powered on, yellow/ red on low charging.B. Micro USB charging port – first charging option.C. Trigger – used for both barcode and RFID.D. Mode button – green when on barcode mode, not illuminated when on RFID mode.E. Bluet …
Sep 9th 2019 Annelise McKay
Connecting to your iRFID500 ATEX/Industrial Handheld RFID Reader

Connecting to your iRFID500 ATEX/Industrial Handheld RFID Reader

This article explains how to do basic setup of iRFID500 RFID Reader.The first thing a user will need to do to use the RFID functionality of the device is connect and pair it to a Window’s PC or tablet.iRFID500 Reader Features Link LED Status Description Off No connection established Orange USB charger/cable connected Blue Bluetooth connected iRFID500 LED Indicator ChartAdding the iRFD500 Reader to Your PCThe Extronics iRFID500 can ea …
Sep 6th 2019 Annelise McKay