CSL - CS101
Hand Held RFID Reader/Writer


The Convergence Systems Limited CS101 is a UHF EPC Class 1, Gen 2 hand held RFID reader with industry leading read range and read rate performance to enable ultra fast inventory of cases on pallet, warehouse shelves, moving vehicles, and other tagged items in business processes where fixed reader class performance is required in a portable device.

It is ideally suited for warehousing, transport and logistics applications where long read range is required. The CS101 is provisioned as a complete kit including batteries, chargers and software, including demo software, ready to go.

Source code software includes: read/write tags, tag inventory, tag ranging, tag search, tag authentication, tag association, tag commissioning, barcode scanning, database manipulation, wireless network transfer, server side software drivers etc. All complete with SDK and source code.

Features:

  • Mobile UHF RFID ISO18000-6C EPC Class 1, Gen 2 Reader
  • Excellent read range: 7 meters open space, 7 - 11 meters indoor confined space
  • High read rate: typical 150 tags per second for selected Gen2 profiles (peak at 400 tags/s)
  • Choice of vertically linear polarized or horizontally linear polarized antenna
  • Integrated 1D & 2D Image scanner
  • QWERTY keyboard with Touchscreen
  • IEEE802.11 b/g WiFi, USB and RS232 Interfaces
  • Ruggedized design: Drop Test 1.5 meters on 6 surfaces, IP65
  • Source Code Samples
  • Optional GSM/GPRS+GPS Add On Module
  • 12 month warranty

Specifications

Physical Characteristics
Length197 mm
Width122 mm
Depth223 mm
Weight1.2Kg
Environmental Characteristics
Operating Temperature0ºC to +50ºC
Storage Temperature-40ºC to +85ºC
Relative Humidity10 to 95% (non-condensing)
Rain & Dust ResistanceIP65 compliant ***? or IP63 ?
Drop SpecWithstands 1.5 m Drop on all sides
Software
Operating SystemWindows CE Professional 5.0
Hardware
MicroprocessorSamsung ARM920, 400 MHz
RAM Memory64 MB
Flash RAM (ROM)128 MB
Expansion SlotSD Card (Max 2GB)
Power
Battery TypeLithium Polymer 14.8 V
Battery capacity1400mAh
Display
Size (pixels)320 (w) x 240 (h) (1/4 VGA)
Size (diagonal)89 mm
TypeTransreflective TFT
BacklightLED
User Interface
KeypadQwerty
TouchScreenGraphical Input and Navigation
Barcode ScannerArea Imager: Supports omnidirectional 1D, 2D, Composite and Postal decode capabilities plus signature capture
Communications
StandardUSB, RS232, IEEE 802.11b/g
UHF RFID Reader
Read RangeUp to 7 meters in outdoor or open area (using AD431 tag)
7 - 11 meters in indoor confined space (using AD431 tag)
Read RateTypical 150 tags per second for selected Gen2 profiles (peak at 400 tags/s)
ProtocolISO18000-6C, EPC UHF Class 1 Gen 2
Antenna OptionsVertically linear polarized or
Horizontally linear polarized
Ordering Information and Pricing
Part Number Model Number Description RRP
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[A] Hand Held Mobile UHF RFID Reader
CS101-V CS-101V Hand Held RFID Reader (kit) Vertical Polorisation $5,786.00 E
CS101-H CS-101H Hand Held RFID Reader (kit) Horizontal Polorisation $5,786.00 E
CS101-C CS-101C Hand Held RFID Reader (kit) Circular Polorisation $6,248.00 E
Kit includes reader, main battery, spare battery, battery charger and power supply, shoulder belt, cables and software.
[B] Accessories
CS101B CS101 Battery $429.00 E
CS101C CS101 Charger (includes power supply) $594.00 E
[C] Options
CS501 CS-501 GSM/GPRS Plug In Module for GS-101 $1,397.00 E
[D] Related Products & Services
UMD RFID Engineering Services