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Wavetrend Releases Active
RFID Reader Expansion Module For Psion Teklogix Generation Workabout
Pro Rugged Hand-held Computer
Wavetrend
January 19, 2009
Wavetrend, a
world leader in the deployment of active RFID solutions, announced
the release of their newest reader, the RX2100 'Psion Teklogix
WORKABOUT PRO End-Cap Reader', an expansion module compatible for
use with the 2nd Generation WORKABOUT PRO a rugged handheld computer
from Psion Teklogix. The new reader forms part of Wavetrend's
forthcoming ActivMobility suite of Mobile Solutions for Active RFID
Asset Management and provides the WORKABOUT PRO hand-held computer
the ability to detect and decode signals from Wavetrend's Activ and
ActivDuo ranges of active RFID tags. |
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With mobility in mind, the design
of the RX2100 End-Cap Reader allows multiple other expansion modules
to be installed and used on the WORKABOUT PRO hand-held computer
simultaneous with the active RFID reader module. By allowing users
to combine their choice of barcode scanners, imagers, wireless LAN &
WAN adaptors, GPS positioning and GSM/GPRS/EDGE communication
modules together with the active RFID reader, they can deploy
powerful mobile RFID solutions across a wide array of asset
management, location and tracking activities to suit their specific
needs, with information passing between the mobile reader and back
end asset management system in real-time, as required.
Whether it is being used as a standalone mobile reader or as part of
an enterprise asset management system that also employs a network of
Wavetrend fixed readers, the RX2100 End-Cap Reader allows the user
to quickly and easily search for and locate tagged assets using the
WORKABOUT PRO. Tagged asset information is displayed by a suitable
application installed on the WORKABOUT PRO enabling complete
management of all tagged assets by users, even if they are out of
range of a fixed reader network, and so allows the automation of
business decisions about all tagged assets, based on accurate and
near real-time knowledge of their location and condition. The RX2100
can also be used in conjunction with the WORKABOUT PRO's barcode
reader, allowing customers to scan and associate barcodes with
active RFID tags for enhanced supply chain visibility.
Both Wavetrend and select Wavetrend Accredited Solution Partners
offer users a choice of either out-the-box mobile reader solutions
that will operate on the WORKABOUT PRO with the RX2100, or
customised mobile applications created to suit specialist or
specific user requirements.
The RX2100 can be supplied with the Wavetrend TagHound demonstration
software (sold separately). TagHound allows the user to simply scan
an area for tags, displaying the number of tags found and the
detected tag ID numbers. The user can then select to find the
location of an individual tag by following the 'tagometer' bar,
which changes colour from red to green as the operator gets closer
to the target tag.
"Wavetrend
has provided mobile active RFID reader solutions to suit customer
requirements since 2004," said Saleem Miyan, Wavetrend's Chief
Executive Officer, adding, "The RX2100 End-Cap Reader and WORKABOUT
PRO device together provide a multi-functional, highly rugged mobile
reader platform that extends the benefits of active RFID asset
tagging beyond a fixed reader network". Miyan finished by saying,
"We are extremely excited by the opportunities this mobile RFID
reader offers to our customers, who can now locate, verify, or scan
for tagged assets anywhere including the tough environments our tags
can be used in, while interfacing with back-end systems to retrieve
or update asset information, such as location, status, service
records etc."
Wavetrend developed the RX2100
End-Cap Reader using the expansion module Hardware Development Kit
provided by Psion Teklogix. The End-Cap Reader holds full CE and FCC
certification and is available to order either from Wavetrend or
Wavetrend's global network of Accredited Partners. The End-Cap
Reader is available in two models, with the standard range model
offering a typical tag read range of around 15m (45 feet) and the
long range model offering a typical tag read range of around 45m
(135 feet) through use of an external antenna (supplied with the
reader).
The WORKABOUT PRO offers users the choice of Microsoft CE 5.0 or
Windows Mobile 6 operating systems. The WORKABOUT PRO withstands 26
drops from five feet to polished concrete, shock and vibration
consistent with mounting in a truck or a forklift. It includes an
IP65 rating, protecting it against dust and water sprayed from all
directions. Its full VGA colour display provides improved graphics
capability, allowing field workers to see finer details in maps or
schematics in most lighting conditions, including direct sunlight.
Additional information on the WORKABOUT PRO hand-held computer and
on Psion Teklogix can be found at www.psionteklogix.com
About Wavetrend
Operationally headquartered in the United Kingdom with regional
offices in South Africa, Asia, and the United States, Wavetrend is a
world leader in the deployment of active RFID and track-and-trace
solutions. Wavetrend technology enables enhanced management of
people, assets, and logistics for improved business performance
while optimising customer return on investment and payback time.
Through both its direct Professional Service teams and its global
network of accredited application and integration partners,
Wavetrend delivers a wide selection of proven, superior-performing
active RFID products and track-and-trace solutions to customers
around the world and supports a variety of industries including
transport, automotive, defence, healthcare, aviation, and
construction. For additional information, visit Wavetrend at:
www.wavetrend.net |
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