Archive for May, 2012

2.45 GHz Active RFID USB Reader with Two Operating Modes

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc. has announced the release of its 2.45 GHz active RFID USB reader. It is an ideal solution for personnel tracking, logistics, warehouse management, closed loop asset tracking and high value asset tracking.

The 2.45GHz active RFID USB reader, model 217003, uses a standard USB 2.0 interface to connect to any USB enabled computer device and provides a read range of 15 to 20 m with a built in omni-directional antenna. The active USB reader operates in two different modes. In ‘Direct’ mode, the USB reader transfers its data to the host system in real time. In ‘Buffer’ mode, the reader can store the latest 100 received messages and uploads them only when requested by the host system.

The reader uses advanced 0.18 µm CMOS IC technology for ultra-low power consumption. It operates in the unlicensed 2.45 GHz band allowing it to be deployed in any environments. This RFID reader boasts a high data rate of 2 Mbps and a large buffer capacity to store the latest 800 messages.

This 2.45 GHz active RFID USB reader belongs to GAO’s family of 2.45 GHz Active RFID Readers. This line also includes 2.45 GHz Gain Adjustable Active RFID Reader which can adjust the identification distance from less than 5 meters to 100 meters according to actual situations in order to make identification more accurate and 2.45 GHz Gain Adjustable Active RFID WiFi Reader which uses WiFi (802.11b wireless communication standard) for data transmission to a host system.

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125 kHz Programmable Time Recorder/RFID Reader with Large Internal Memory

Monday, May 28th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc. is offering its 125 kHz programmable time recorder/RFID reader. This smart time recorder utilizes RFID technology to allow for quick user registration and is intended for enterprises that need to record worker’s hours quickly and cost-effectively.

This easy-to-use time recorder/RFID reader, model 211014, features 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port, built-in Web administration interface and RS232 serial port for connecting external serial devices. It is password-protected and allows an administrator to remotely manage all device settings and download or search the internal event log. This time recorder can automatically synchronize the internal clock with an Internet time server so that the time is always correct.

This advanced time recorder/RFID reader boasts an internal flash memory of 1024 kb and stores up to 21,000 event log records. Its internal application is based on open-source Tibbo BASIC that may be obtained freely and customized. A bright LCD display and four buttons make for simple operation so that new users quickly understand how to clock in and clock out; the screen also displays the current time, date and memory status.

This programmable time recorder/RFID reader belongs to GAO’s family of 125 KHz RFID Reader which includes a wide variety of RFID readers to meet customers’ different needs. Featured products in this line include 125 kHz Handheld RFID Reader w/Wireless Transmission and 125 kHz RFID LF Bluetooth Reader. This line also includes 125 kHz. Handheld Guard Patrol Tour Terminal, Magnetic Stripe Card and 125 kHz RFID Reader Combo and other similar products.

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RFID Asset Tracking Solution Serves the Needs of Various Industries

Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc.is offering its RFID solution for asset tracking which serves the needs of various industries internationally. GAO RFID Inc. helped ensure food is fresh In Los Angeles, in Atlanta GAO RFID Inc. helped a bank track computer assets, in San Diego GAO RFID Inc. helped track people on board a ship, in Miami GAO RFID Inc. helped a systems integrator track livestock throughout Central and South America, in New York City GAO RFID Inc. helped a laundry service track linens and towels, in Ontario GAO RFID Inc. helped ambulance operators track on board assets.

GAO RFID Inc. can help develop systems that can either track items from zone to zone or help pin point specific location of items. High priced or mission critical items now can be tracked or located anywhere, anytime using GAO RFID Inc’s diverse hardware and LocateWare™ RFID software. Tracking and locating capability may be a security or health and safety requirement. GAO RFID Inc’s asset tracking solution satisfies the needs of a diverse community of users. Our full range of RFID readers, tags and software can be used to support first responders, secure parking areas, track admission to secure areas, track and locate critical assets such as computers, test equipment and life saving apparatus. Manufacturing is using RFID to track WIP (work in progress), semi-finished goods and finished goods. Transportation and logistics now have a cost-effective way of tracking goods in transit as well as the associated moving equipment itself.

GAO RFID Inc. has watched the RFID landscape continually change and has kept pace with these changes by introducing an ever expanding portfolio of technologies to satisfy the broad variety of business requirements. GAO RFID Inc. offers solutions that utilize low frequency (LF) and high frequency (HF) for the livestock tracking and monitoring industry. Access control solutions can require the rigid standards of HF or the flexibility of UHF (Ultra High Frequency) or active technology.

GAO RFID has a full range of asset tracking solutions that can be customized for almost any need. LocateWare™ makes it easy to get an RFID installation operation quickly. LocateWare™ also makes it simple to get data from any RFID reader to most backend systems.

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125 kHz Handheld Guard Patrol Tour Terminal with Multiple Applications

Monday, May 21st, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc.is offering its 125 kHz handheld guard patrol tour terminal which can store the ID-codes of RFID tags in its journal memory together with a Date/Time Stamp. It is suitable for such applications as security patrolling, remote equipment inspection and maintenance or anytime you need to know when a tag was read.

The portable guard patrol tour terminal, model 221006, is widely used in mobile time & attendance, goods delivery and transportation management.. It features a compact size, light weight, low power consumption, “ONE-TOUCH” operation, and comprehensive data protection regulation.

This RFID terminal has passed FCC and CE safety certification. It offers a read range from 10 to 50 mm depending on the RFID card and has a large memory capacity of 512 Kb which can store up to 8192 records. It communicates with a computer via RS232 or USB interfaces for data exchange. In addition, an auto power-off function is provided to save energy.

This handheld RFID guard patrol tour terminal belongs to GAO’s family of 125 kHz RFID Readers. This line includes a lot of featured products that can fulfill the user’s different needs. A more advanced instrument in this line is 125 kHz RFID LF Bluetooth Reader which uses Bluetooth technology to upload tags ID to Bluetooth based computers/PDAs in a real-time mode. Another high-performance one is Automatic Tour Patrol RFID Reader which performs inductive card-reading with a response time of less than 0.1s and is designed to be resistant to water, shock and high or low temperature. GAO has one of the broadest portfolios of RFID readers and tags in the industry.

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13.56 MHz Proximity UID Reader for Access and Security Control

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc.is offering its 13.56 MHz proximity UID reader which is an ideal hardware solution for integration into access control and security systems.

This advanced high frequency RFID reader, model 213002, features fast data transfer and provides a read rate of 16 tags/s. The reader provides a baud rate of 19200 bps and allows for multi-detection. It reads multiple transponders compliant with ISO15693 UID standard at a distance of up to 50 mm. Featuring three data interfaces including RS232, Wiegand and MSR ABA TK2 for data exchange, it can be integrated with terminals or equipment in applications using UID identification for access control.

Encapsulated within an ABS case with an IP40 protection rating, the portable RFID reader is water and dust resistant and performs well even in harsh environments. In addition, it has passed CE and FCC certification.

This 13.56 MHz proximity UID reader belongs to GAO’s family of 13.56 MHz high frequency RFID readers. A featured product in this line is High Frequency (HF) PDA CF RFID Reader/Writer. This line also includes Rugged Handheld Mobile Computer with HF RFID Reader, Rugged Handheld RFID Reader/Mobile Computer the Jett which is an ideal solution for any number of vertical markets — asset tracking and inventory management, event attendance or personnel access control, fleet maintenance, in the warehouse or on the hospital floor, 13.56 MHz HF Pistol Grip Portable Reader/Writer and many other similar products.

GAO RFID Inc. has developed many RFID software such as RFID Access Control Software System which is able to handle personnel and vehicle access control for an entire building when used with RFID hardware and an everyday PC, RFID Parking Control Software which offers all the common features required in parking control applications, RFID Asset Tracking Software System and some other useful RFID software which is of great help to users.

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Flexible UHF Gen 2 Mount-on-metal RFID Tag

Monday, May 14th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc. is offering its flexible UHF Gen 2 mount-on-metal RFID tag which is ideal for both indoor conditions and for basic outdoor use. It is appropriate for multiple applications such as asset tracking and supply chain applications and is especially useful for tagging cylindrical metal objects.

The on metal Gen 2 RFID tag, model 116046, operates over the frequency range of 902 to 928 MHz for North America and 865 to 868 MHz for Europe. It is compliant with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 standard and has an outstanding read range of 2.5 to 5 m when used directly on metal. This small form factor tag is available with EPC encoding, barcode, and human readable content. It is also available with custom label 4-color printing and pressure sensitive adhesive. The ultra high frequency Gen 2 RFID tag offers reliable performance even under extremely low or high temperature environments.

This UHF Gen 2 Mount-on-metal RFID tag belongs to GAO’s family of UHF Gen 2 EPC RFID Tags. This family of RFID tags includes a wide variety of RFID tags to meet customers’ different needs. The featured product in this line is 860 to 960 MHz. Gen 2 Thin PVC Card – Passive which is ideal for any application that small form factor with longer range read capability is required. This line also includes Passive UHF RFID Tag – Flex which provides high-performance RFID tag identification in metallic or non-metallic environments with a read range of over 5 m, 860 to 960 MHz Gen 2 Passive Windshield RFID Tag which is well suited for various applications such as access to parking or other gated areas and many other RFID tags.

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UHF Gen 2 RFID Reader/Writer with 4 Antenna Ports

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc.  is offering its UHF Gen 2 RFID Reader/Writer with 4 Antenna Ports which employs power over Ethernet (PoE) to simplify deployment and dramatically reduces cost by eliminating the need for AC outlet installation at read points. With a compact form factor, the reader/writer enables a wider range of installation options.

Equipped with 4 mono-static antenna ports, model 236015, this UHF Gen 2 RFID reader/writer delivers increased application flexibility via new features such as support for industry-leading software vendors like Microsoft and IBM. It features enterprise-class management and monitoring, industry’s best sensitivity, high transmit power that is able to overcome cable losses. It enables large read zone containment and eliminates stray reads. This multi-functional RFID reader/writer can automatically sense environmental conditions and configure settings for the best performance. It is compliant with EPC global Class1 Gen 2 and ISO 186000-6C standards.  

This UHF Gen 2 RFID Reader/Writer with 4 antenna ports belongs to GAO’s family of RFID Readers – Gen 2 EPC (UHF). This line can be divided into four categories and include various products such as 4-Port Fixed UHF Gen 2 RFID Reader which uses an Intel XScale® processor with ample memory and Win CE OS enabling it to host third party applications which simplifies application deployment and 8-Port Gen 2 RFID Reader which is embedded with an Impinj R2000 “Indy” reader chip features carrier cancellation technology and provides unmatched read accuracy, reliability and range. GAO RFID has one of the broadest portfolios of RFID readers and tags in the industry.

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134.2 kHz RFID FDX Handheld Reader for Animal Tracking and Management

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc. is offering its 134.2 kHz RFID FDX handheld reader which is ideal for animal tracking and management. This RFID reader is used to read electronic data on any pet equipped with an electronic RFID chip.

This LF RFID FDX reader, model 222005, features one-button operation making it easy to use. The RFID reader is compliant with the ISO 11784/11785 standard and reads tags at a distance of 0 to 40 mm with a fast identification time of less than 1 s. The reader provides FDX-B communication format. An RS232 interface is provided for data exchange. It can store about 2500 records in its 256 kb memory.

Equipped with auto power off function, this reader consumes little power: less than 2 W in reading mode and 0 W in idle mode. In addition, the reader is powered by a 9 V Alkali battery or a direct current stabilized voltage power supply.

This LF RFID FDX reader belongs to GAO’s family of 134 kHz Low Frequency RFID Readers. A featured product in this line is 134.2 kHz Handheld RFID Reader Series for Animal Tracking which feature fast and accurate scanning and meet ISO11784/5 FDX–B and ID64 standards. This line also includes 134.2 kHz DSP Long Range Fixed RFID Reader, 134 kHz RFID LF Bluetooth Reader, Low Frequency (LF) 134.2 kHz PDA CF Interface RFID Reader and other similar products. These readers are used in animal tracking and management, warehousing, logistics and access control.

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Full Featured 134.2 kHz Stationary RFID Reader

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

Toronto, Canada – GAO RFID Inc. is offering its high performance 134.2 kHz stationary RFID reader which is designed with several advanced functions and is tailored specially for continuous operation in harsh environments found in feeding stations, animal scales or sorting gates.

This low frequency, fixed reader, model 212002, is ISO 118784/5 compliant and thus able to read all FDX-B and HDX RFID tags and optional H4002 tags. Equipped with antenna 312001, it offers a good read range of up to 80 cm with Ø30 mm HDX transponder or up to 60 cm with Ø30 mm FDX–B transponder. The reader is packed with patented auto-tuning and diagnosis modules which ensure simple first installation, best read range and high stability even under changing environments and enable on-site diagnosis for noise problems.

The fixed RFID reader has a durable case with an IP54 protection rating, and its integrated LEDs and function key provide for ease of operation. This reader can be easily connected to a computer via RS232 or RS485 interfaces. It also supplies a clock synchronization enabling applications where several readers or antennae are used in close proximity.

The 134.2 kHz stationary RFID reader belongs to GAO’s family of RFID Reader-134kHz. This line also includes 134.2 kHz DSP Long Range Fixed RFID Reader which is equipped with a digital signal processor to significantly reduce interference from noise and is specially designed for continuous operation in harsh and noisy environments such as slaughterhouses, scales or sorting gates; 134 kHz RFID LF Bluetooth Reader which is widely used in the industries of security, patrol, mining, finance and railway systems and so on; and Rugged Handheld Terminal RFID Reader which is highly durable and rugged and can withstand drops from five feet to polished concrete or shock and vibration consistent with a truck or forklift mount.

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1-877 585-9555 ext. 601 – Toll Free (USA & Canada)

1-416 292-0038 ext. 601 – All Other Areas

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