SkID Datasheet

Product catalog summary

Overview
The skID (Model R1280IE, R1280IU) is a portable RAIN RFID reader from the easy2read© product line, designed for medium-range applications. It features an integrated antenna and can operate in both wired mode via USB and wireless mode through Bluetooth®. The device is compatible with various operating systems including Windows, Android, and iOS, and supports both Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Bluetooth classic communication.

Features

Compliant with RAIN RFID (UHF EPC Class1 Gen2, ISO 18000-63)
Available in ETSI and FCC versions
Bluetooth communication with integrated circular polarized antenna
Ergonomic design and battery-powered
Compatible with iPhone/iPad
Three mounting options: magnetic, 3M Dual Lock™, or SP-Connect™

Applications

RAIN RFID add-on for smartphones, tablets, and mobile terminals
Shop inventory and cycle counting
Mobile point of sale and field sales mobility
Ideal for mobile workers

Technical Specifications

Frequency Range: 865.600÷867.600 MHz (ETSI) and 902÷928 MHz (FCC)
RF Power: Configurable from 8 dBm ERP to 22 dBm ERP (ETSI) and 8.5 dBm ERP to 24 dBm EIRP (FCC)
Number of Channels: 4 (ETSI) and 50 hopping channels (FCC)
Antenna Gain: 0.0 dBic (typical) with integrated circular polarized antenna
Read Range: Up to 2.0m (typical)
USB Interface: USB 2.0 Full Speed via USB Type-C connector
Bluetooth Interface: Bluetooth 4.1 Smart Ready compliant with HID and Serial over GATT (BLE) and HID and SPP profiles (Bluetooth classic)
User Interface: Power and trigger buttons, LED indicators, buzzer, and vibration element
Battery: Li-Ion 3.7V, 1200mAh with over 12 hours of operation and 15 days standby
Battery Charging Time: 3 hours via PC USB port, 1.5 hours with 1A AC/DC power supply
IP Rating: IP65
Dimensions: 112 x 62 x 10/16 mm
Operating Temperature: -10°C to +55°C
Weight: 110g
USB Cable Length: 1.5 m

Ordering Options

WR1280IXEUAA: skID - RAIN RFID mini sled reader - ETSI
WR1280IXUSAA: skID - RAIN RFID mini sled reader - FCC

Catalog excerpts

skID Mini Sled RAIN RFID Reader High Performance reading Features - RAIN RFID (UHF EPC Class1 Gen2, ISO 18000-63) compliant - ETSI and FCC versions available - Bluetooth communication - Integrated circular polarized antenna - Ergonomic form factor - Battery powered - iPhone/iPad compatibility - 3 mounting options: magnetic, 3M Dual Lock™ or SP-Connect™ Applications - RAIN RFID add-on to smartphones, tablets and mobile terminals - Shop inventory and cycle counting - Mobile point of sale - Field sales mobility - Mobile workers Pocket size Overview The skID (Model R1280IE, R1280IU) is a portable RAIN RFID reader of the easy2read© product line with integrated antenna for medium range applications. The reader hosts an internal rechargeable battery and can operate both in wired mode, using a USB cable, or in wireless mode through the Bluetooth® interface. Thanks to the Bluetooth® communication interface, the skID is a perfect addon for any Bluetooth® enabled host such as a PC, a smartphone, a PDA or a tablet for RAIN RFID readings. The reader is compatible with Windows 8/10, Windows CE/Mobile, Android and iOS operating systems. The device supports both Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Bluetooth classic communication to provide the maximum usage flexibility, including the HID profile for keyboard emulation. The skID can be easily fixed to the smartphone using 3 different methods: magnets, 3M Dual Lock or SP-Connect. Designed for mobile operators, the skID is ideal for inventory management, mobile workers, service and maintenance applicat

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Technical Specification Table Frequency Range - Configurable from 8 dBm ERP to 22 dBm ERP (Mod. R1280IE) - Configurable from 8.5 dBm ERP to 24 dBm EIRP (Mod. R1280IU) - 4 channels (compliant to ETSI EN 302 208 v. 3.1.1) (Mod. R1280IE) - 50 hopping channels (compliant to FCC part 15.247) (Mod. R1280IU) Standard Compliance Antenna Gain Antenna Polarization Integrated Circular Polarized Antenna Read Range USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbit/s) via USB Type-C connector Bluetooth Interface Bluetooth 4.1 Smart Ready compliant 12dBm EIRP output power BR/EDR 8dBm EIRP output power BLE HID and Serial over GATT...

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SkID Datasheet

SkID Datasheet

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