Alien ALR-9650 Integrated RFID Reader

Product Description

Alien ALR-9650 Integrated RFID Reader

With its integrated antenna, Power-Over Ethernet (POE) and out-of-the-box software compatibility, the ALR-9650 Gen 2 RFID Reader is a simple, low proﬁ le solution that enables new users to start reading tags and developing solutions immediately. The ALR-9650 communicates via the popular Alien Reader Protocol, with key RFID platform support including Microsoft® BizTalk RFID, OatSystems, Oracle®, Xterprise and others. A well-documented SDK featuring .NET, Java and Ruby libraries enables easy development of custom interfaces to control the reader if desired. The user friendly Alien RFID Gateway software enables the user to begin solution development immediately. The cost of installing AC power can sometimes rival the cost of the reader. The ALR-9650’s POE capability allows power to be delivered over properly-equipped local area networks, eliminating expensive AC wiring installation. A POE power injector is provided to supply power if POE is not available. The combination of this capability with the elimination of the external antenna signiﬁcantly reduces the cost and complexity of installing an RFID read point. The ALR-9650 takes up little space; at only 9 inches square it uses less than half the real-estate of a typical reader and antenna system. Combined with the elimination of messy cables for antennas and power, the ALR-9650 easily ﬁ ts into a variety of tight spaces and enables neat and tidy placement when it is visible to consumers or the general public.

Data Sheet — Alien ALR-9650 Integrated RFID Reader

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What's included?

Alien ALR-9650 RFID Reader Unit with Integrated Antenna
Power Supply
2-Year Manufacturer's Warranty

Why buy this reader?

The Alien 9650 Gen 2 RFID Reader with Integrated Antenna (ALR-9650) is the ideal solution for single and two-antenna applications. The reader electronics and a high-performance, circularly polarized antenna reside in a single package, resulting in a simple, inexpensive and low profile RFID installation. A second antenna port enables 2-antenna applications.

Features

Simple, low-proﬁle solution for single antenna applications.
Integrated, high-performance circular antenna — only 9”x 9”.
POE eliminates cost of AC power drop.
EPC Gen 2 dense reader inter-operable.
Second antenna port enables 2-antenna applications.
Manageable and upgradable.

Specifications

ELECTRICAL:

Air Interface Protocol:

EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C)

Operating Frequency:

UHF (902-928 MHz); region dependent

Max Transmit Power:

+30 dBm

Max Receive Sensitivity:

-60dB

Max Read Distance:

Not Published

Max Read Rate:

Not Published

Data Interface:

Ethernet, RS-232

GPIO:

2 inputs, 2 outputs, TTL compatible

Power Source:

24 VDC supplied via an AC/DC converter or POE

MECHANICAL:

Antenna Ports:

1 internal antenna, 1 external port RP-TNC female (connects to RP-TNC male)

Dimensions:

232 x 229 x 51 mm (9.13 x 9 x 2 in)

Weight:

1 kg (2.2 lbs)

ENVIRONMENT:

IP Rating:

IP 53

Operating Temperature:

-20° to +70°C (-4° to +158°F)

APPLICATION INTERFACE:

Host API:

Java, .NET, Ruby APIs

Demo Software:

Alien Gateway

Product Reviews

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So far so good...

Posted by Hunter Sherman

Bought this RFID reader + Antenna along with the sample bag of RFID chips as a starter kit. So far it's working well, and it was easy to get started with their Java SDK.

My only complaint is that I wish they made their Java SDK available on Maven central, and added some better documentation, but that's not a biggie.