ThingMagic M3e HF/LF Embedded RFID Reader Module Developer Kit

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ThingMagic | SKU: PLT-RFID-M3E-DEVKIT
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Key Features
  • Module: ThingMagic M3e HF/LF RFID Reader Module
  • Includes: Module, antenna, cables, power supply, sample tags
  • SDK: Mercury API with code examples an d demo program
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Product Details

ThingMagic M3e HF/LF Embedded RFID Reader Module Developer Kit

The Mercury Dev Kit for ThingMagic HF/LF RFID modules contains all the components necessary to begin reading and writing RFID tags and developing RFID-enabled applications with secure access protocols, including the M3e RFID Reader Module. Mercury API, a powerful application programming interface, provides code examples, a graphical read-write demo program, and a consistent programmatic interface for development with all ThingMagic readers and embedded module products. The Mercury API also provides a common development platform, supporting extensive variety of hardware to connect, configure, and control ThingMagic readers.

Note: This product is a reader module – NOT a finished RFID reader – and is meant for OEM and developers to embed into products or to be used in the creation of a new finished reader. If you are interested in an existing finished reader product, check out our line of finished ThingMagic readers.

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What's included?

  • RFID M3e Module Mounted in Dev Kit Chassis
  • 9V AC Power Adapter with Adapter Plugs for US, EU, UK, and AU
  • Sample RFID Tags
  • USB Cables
  • Integrated HF Antenna with Connector for External HF Antenna
  • External LF Antenna with Cable 125 - 134 Khz, 505uH
  • Mercury API
  • Full Schematics

Why buy this module?

The ThingMagic M3e HF/LF Embedded RFID Reader Module Developer Kit provides full developers the tools and components necessary to begin reading and writing RFID tags and developing programs for their applications. The M3e Reader Module that comes with this developer kit is equipped with a secure crypto license. Full schematics and the Mercury API and SDK provide a common development platform, and the Universal Reader Assistant provides a utility that allows for advanced demo, testing, and tuning of the M3e reader, reducing complexity for novice users while permitting low-level control for advanced developers.

Features

  • Full schematics to aid in designing complementary components.
  • Mercury API and SDK to aid in demoing and support building application-specific reader.
  • RFID Embedded M3e module with secure crypto license mounted in chassis.
  • Universal Reader Assistant that provides a utility for advanced demo, testing, and tuning of M3e reader.

Product Specs

Product Type: Reader Module Development Kit
Air Interface Protocol: ISO 15693, ISO 14443A/B, ISO 18092 (NFC)
Operating Frequency: LF (125 and134.2 kHz), HF (13.56 MHz )
Transmit Power: Not Published
Max Receive Sensitivity: Not Published
Max Read Distance: Up to 5 cm (2.0", Tag and antenna dependent)
Max Read Rate: Not Published
Data Interface: UART (TTL), USB
GPIO: 4 bidirectional ports
Power Source: 9V AC Power Adapter
Antenna Ports: 3-Pin Molex Connector for External LF Antenna, 6-PIN Molex Connector for External HF Antenna
Dimensions: 26 x 22 x 3 mm (1.02 x 0.866 x 0.118 in)
Weight: 0.003 kg (0.007 lbs)
IP Rating: Not Published
Operating Temperature: -40ºC to +65 ºC (-40 ºF to +149 ºF)
Host API: ThingMagic MercuryAPI
Demo Software: ThingMagic MercuryAPI SDK

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