2128P UHF RFID Reader with High Gain Antenna and ePop-Loq^®

High Performance RFID Reading

The 2128P UHF RFID Reader builds upon the 2128 UHF Reader by including a larger, fixed High Gain antenna for up to 9 m (29.5 ft) of read range. As per the 2128 UHF Reader, the patented TSL^® ePop-Loq^® connector 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.

Enhanced Modes of Operation

The 2128P UHF RFID Reader can provide in-reader tag de-duplication for more than 50,000 unique tags from more than 1 million tag reads. In addition the Reader can store on-board (using the embedded micro SD card) more than 500 million unique tags with date and time stamping for a truly powerful batch collection mode of operation.

Sophisticated user feedback and embedded processes and accelerometers provide the most configurable, in-depth and capable ‘search and find’ features currently available.

Single Point Charge Solution

The 2128P Docking Station allows charging of both the 2128P 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 2128P 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, 2128, 2128P 1153, 1166 or 2166 UHF RFID Readers can easily be configured to work with the 2128P, 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 2128P 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 2128P 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 2128P then enables this data to be synchronised with a PC.

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Dimensions:

158 x 98 x 170 mm (LxWxH)

Weight:

445 g (including Trigger Handle & battery)
507 g (including Power Handle & battery)

User input:

Trigger button

User feedback:

Speaker, vibration motor, LED – user configurable

Power:

Removable, rechargeable 3.7 volt 2300 mAh Lithium Polymer pack, 8.6 Watt hrs

Power Handle (optional):

6700 mAh Lithium Polymer pack, 27 Watt hrs

Enclosure materials:

Polycarbonate

Performance Characteristics

RFID Engine:

TSL^® custom module

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^® Host¹ 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 Temperature:

-10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)

Charging Temperature:

Standard Trigger Handle (with Varta XL battery): 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F).
Power Handle: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).

Storage Temperature:

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 specification:

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:

± 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 range²:

Up to 9 m (29.5 ft).

Nominal write range²:

Up to 4 m (13.1 ft).

Field:

150-degree forward facing

Antenna:

Right Hand Circularly Polarized with optional 2D imager.

Frequency Range:

865 – 868 MHz (EX1/ES1 variant)
902 – 928 MHz (AX1/AS1 variant)

Maximum Output Power:

34 dBm EIRP³

Barcode Scanning

Imager:

Motorola SE4750SR 2D imager

Sensor Resolution:

1280 x 960 pixels

Field of View:

Horizontal: 48°, Vertical: 36.7°

Focal Distance:

From front of engine: 7.38 in (187.5 mm)

Aiming LED (VLD):

655 nm Laser

Illumination Element:

2X warm white LEDs

Symbologies Supported:

1D: All major codes 2D: PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Datamatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec, MaxiCode Postal Codes: US PostNet, US Planet, UK Postal, Australian Postal, Japan Postal Dutch Postal (KIX)

Ranges⁴:

Type	Near	Far
3 mil Code 39	7.1 cm	15.8 cm
6.67 mil PDF417	5.6 cm	26.9 cm
10 mil DataMatix	6.1 cm	26.9 cm
15 mil Code 128	6.1 cm	64.0 cm
20 mil Code 39	4.1 cm	92.2 cm

Communication

Bluetooth®¹:

Bluetooth® Version 4.2

Bluetooth® Pairing:

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

Bluetooth® Power:

TX Power +12dBm.

Bluetooth® Range⁴:

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.

Optional 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

EMI/EMC FCC:

47 CFR Part 15B 15.107, 15.109
ICES-003 Issue 6
EN 55032:2015 +AC:2016, EN 55024:2010 +A1:2015, EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1

Electrical Safety:

IEC 62368-1:2014 CB
EN 62368-1:2014 +AC:2015

RF Exposure:

47 CFR Part 2.1091, OET Bulletin 65
RSS-102
EN 50566:2017

RFID/Bluetooth®:

47 CFR Part 15C 15.247
RSS-247
EN 300 328 V2.1.1, EN 302 208 V3.1.1, EN 301 489-17 V3.1.1, EN 301 489-3 V2.1.1

Warranty

The TSL 2128P reader is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year (12 months) from date of shipment, provided the product remains unmodified and is operated under normal and proper conditions.

Notes

¹ Compatible Bluetooth® stack required in the Host device

² Tag Read/Write performance is dependent on tag type, items tagged, number of tags in the field and other radio and environmental factors

³ 34 dBm EIRP or maximum for regulatory region

⁴ Artificial lighting can affect scanning performance

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