2128 Bluetooth® UHF RFID Reader with ePop-Loq®

  • The 2128 UHF RFID Reader introduces the revolutionary, patented TSL® ePop-Loq® connector. The ePop-Loq® system allows data and charge connections to be passed from the reader to an attached device, such as a smartphone or handheld terminal.  The unique ePop-Loq® system is also designed to safely separate when the reader is subject to large impacts, such as when dropped.


    Compatible With

    Android

    iOS

    Windows

    macOS

    Bluetooth®

    RAIN RFID


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    Single Point Charge Solution

    The 2128 Docking Station allows charging of both the 2128 UHF RFID Reader and a smartphone or handheld terminal attached via an ePop-Loq® mount. This unique design can accommodate a wide range of devices from many handheld and smartphone manufacturers. The 2128 Docking Station Kit is supplied separately and includes the docking station, power supply unit and a USB data cable.


    Powerful and Comprehensive Software Development Tools

    Applications developed for the 1128, 1153, 1166, 2128P, 2128L  or 2166 UHF RFID Readers can easily be configured to work with the 2128, as all of these readers share TSL’s unique ‘ASCII 2 Protocol’. This sophisticated, parameterised set of commands carry out multiple actions locally within the reader. This approach enables multiple tag operations to be executed using simple pre-configured ASCII 2 commands which not only speeds integration of the reader into applications but also makes application development easier.


    Flexible Bluetooth® Connectivity

    The 2128 supports both Bluetooth® Classic as well as Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE). The reader can be operated in Serial Port Profile (SPP) or Human Interface Device mode (HID), as well as supporting iApp2 for Apple iOS devices. The reader also supports an automatic re-connect mode for both Android and Apple devices.


    Ultra Secure Data Gathering Option

    As the ePop-Loq® system provides a wired connection between the host device and RFID Reader, sensitive data can be given that extra level of security by avoiding the use of wireless data transfer. The 2128 supports batch data collection and is equipped with a Micro SD socket and a real time clock. Up to 500 million transponder EPCs can be stored on a 32GB Micro SD card (optional purchase). This provides the ability to collect and log data even if USB or Bluetooth® communication channels are not available. Docking the 2128 then enables this data to be synchronised with a PC.


    The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

    You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


    Apple MFI Approval

    This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

    iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

  • Physical and Environmental Characteristics

    Dimensions:

    16.0 cm x 7.7 cm x 17.5cm (LxWxH).

    Weight:

    365 g / 12.8 oz (including antenna, battery & trigger handle).

    User input:

    Trigger button.

    User feedback:

    Speaker, vibration motor, LED.

    Power:

    Removable, rechargeable 3.7V, 2400mAh, 8.9Wh Lithium Polymer pack.

    (Optional Power Handle with 6700 mAh Lithium Polymer pack available).

    Minimum operating time1:

    Light use2: 6.5 hrs
    Moderate use3: 4.5 hrs
    Heavy use4: 2 hrs

    Enclosure materials:

    Polycarbonate.

    Performance Characteristics

    RFID engine:

    TSL® custom module with embedded Impinj R2000.

    Communication protocols:

    TSL® ASCII 2.0 parameterised command set

    and Impinj binary protocol.

    Memory:

    Optional Micro SD card (maximum 32GB capacity supported).  Up to 500 million date and time stamped EPCs can be stored on a 32GB Micro SD card (separate purchase from alternative supplier).

    Compatible Host devices (Bluetooth®):

    Any Bluetooth® Host5 supporting the Serial Port Profile (SPP) or Human Interface Device (HID) profile (Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, Windows). See Bluetooth® Mode Comparison.

    Compatible Host devices (USB):

    Any USB host with FTDI VCP driver support (Windows, Linux, Mac, Android).

    Environmental

    Operating Temp.:

    -10°C to 40°C (14°F to 104°F).

    Charging Temp.:

    5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F).

    Storage Temp.:

    Less than 1 month at -20°C to +45°C (-4°F to 113°F).

    Less than 6 months at -20°C to +35°C (-4°F to 95°F).

    Humidity:

    5% to 85% non-condensing.

    Drop Spec:

    Multiple drops to concrete: 4 ft./1.2 m ambient, 3ft / 0.9m across the operating temperature range.

    Tumble:

    500 0.5 metre tumbles at room temperature (1,000 cycles).

    Environmental Sealing:

    IP54.

    Electrostatic Discharge (ESD):

    ± 15kVdc air discharge;  ± 8kVdc contact discharge.

    MIL-STD 810F:

    Meets and exceeds applicable MIL-STD 810F for drop, tumble and sealing.

    RFID Performance

    Standards supported:

    EPC Class 1 Gen 2.

    Nominal read range6:

    Up to 6 m (19.6 ft).

    Nominal write range6:

    Up to 3 m (9.8 ft).

    Field:

    150-degree forward facing.

    Antenna:

    Detachable, Right Hand Circularly Polarised.

    Frequency Range:

    EU: 865-868 MHz; US: 902-928 MHz.

    Maximum Output Power:

    Up to 30 dBm (region dependent)

    + 3.0 dBiC Antenna.

    Communication

    Bluetooth®:

    Bluetooth® Version 4.2.

    Bluetooth® Frequency Range:

    2.4 – 2.4835 GHz.

    Bluetooth® Profiles:

    SPP Profile, HID Profile, Apple iAP2, Bluetooth® Low Energy.

    Bluetooth® Range7:

    Up to 100m.

    Bluetooth® Pairing:

    Simple Secure Pairing, NFC OOB Pairing.

    Direct USB

    USB connection to handheld terminal via ePop-Loq® cases (separate purchase).

    Peripherals and Accessories

    External interface:

    Custom connector – requires 2128 Docking Station for battery charging, and USB connectivity.

    USB operating modes:

    Tethered for real time data capture in conjunction with SmartWedge software. Download of stored scan data.

    Desktop charger:

    TSL® 2128 Docking Station (separate purchase).

    Power Handle

    Alternative trigger handle gives approximately 3X the original battery capacity.

    Other Accessories:

    New ePop-Loq® cases can be ordered by special request (volume dependent, lead times apply).

    Regulatory

    Regions

    EU (CE), USA (FCC), Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and more (see datasheet for details)

    FCC ID

    S6J2128

    IC

    8948A-2128

    EMC

    EN 55032:2012 +AC:2013
    EN 55024:2010
    EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1

    RF

    EN 302 208 V3.1.1
    EN 300 328 V2.1.1
    EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1
    47 CFR Part 15C 15.247
    RSS-247 Issue 2

    RF Exposure

    EN 50566:2013
    EN 62209-1:2016
    EN 62209-2:2010
    EN 62479:2010
    47 CFR Part 2.1093
    RSS-102 Issue 5

    Electrical Safety

    IEC 62368-1:2014 CB
    EN 62368-1:2014 +A11:2017
    UL 62368-1:2014
    CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1-14

    Environmental

    2011/65/EU (RoHS 2)

    Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment

    2015/863 (RoHS 3)

    Amendment to Annex II of 2011/65/EU

    1 Minimum operating time figures are based on new units that have been stored, charged and operated within the stated Environmental Specifications. Units stored over 3 months must be recharged every 3 months. Number of transponders in the environment affects minimum operating time.

    2 Light Use: Continuous RFID inventories for 20s of every 120s

    3 Moderate Use: Continuous RFID inventories for 10s of every 30s

    4 Heavy Use: Continuous RFID inventories for 59s of every 60s

    5 Compatible Bluetooth® stack required in the Host device

    6 Tag Read/Write performance is dependent on tag type, items tagged, number of tags in the field and other radio and environmental factors

    7 Open field

     

  • Please Read: 2128 Ordering Information (PDF)

    2128 Bluetooth® UHF RFID Reader with ePop-Loq® (please note: no barcode imager included)
    Countries Part Number Operating Frequency
    Albania
    Andorra
    Austria
    Belgium
    Bhutan
    Bosnia & Herzegovina
    Bulgaria
    Croatia
    Cyprus
    Czech Republic
    Denmark
    Estonia
    Falkland Islands
    Finland
    France
    French Guiana
    Georgia (Licence
    Required)
    Germany
    Greece
    Greenland
    Guernsey
    Guadeloupe
    Hungary
    Iceland
    Ireland
    Italy
    Jersey
    Latvia
    Liechtenstein
    Lithuania
    Luxembourg
    Macedonia
    Malta
    Martinique
    Monaco
    Montenegro
    Netherlands
    Norway
    Poland
    Portugal
    Romania
    Slovakia
    Slovenia
    Spain
    Sweden
    Switzerland
    United Kingdom (UK)

    2128-EX0

    865 – 868 MHz
    4 Channels
    United States of America (USA)
    Guam
    Guatemala
    Northern Mariana Islands
    Canada
    Ecuador
    Puerto Rico

    2128-AX0

    902 – 928 MHz
    50 Channels

    Australia

    2128-AX0-AU

    920 – 926 MHz
    12 Channels

    Bangladesh

    2128-AX0-BD

    925 – 927 MHz
    4 Channels

    Brazil (Licensed via ACURA)

    2128-AX0-BR

    902 – 907.5, 915 – 928 MHz
    50 Channels

    Colombia

    2128-AX0-CO

    915 – 928 MHz
    24 Channels

    India

    2128-EX0-IN

    865 – 867 MHz
    4 Channels

    New Zealand (Licensed via EMC)

    2128-AX0-NZ

    921.5 – 928 MHz
    11 Channels

    Singapore (Licence Free)

    2128-AX0-SG

    920 – 925 MHz
    10 Channels
    Power Limited: 500mW ERP

    Singapore (Licence Required)

    2128-AX0-SGA

    920 – 925 MHz
    10 Channels

    If you are interested in purchasing for a country/region that is not listed above, please contact enquiries@tsl.com for assistance.
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