User's Guide

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
 Host software (Alien demo software or your own custom software) Refer
to the Nanoscanner Reader Developer’s Guide for reader-host protocols.
 RFID Tags (AIDC Class 1 compliant)
 Standard power cord (desired length) with grounded, 3-pronged plugs
Specifications
Specifications for key components of the Nanoscanner reader system are
provided in the tables below:
NANOSCANNER READER
Name Nanoscanner Reader
Part Number BHNPR001
Architecture Point-to-multipoint reader network
Frequency 902.6 MHz – 927.4 MHz
Hopping Channels 63
Channel Spacing 400 KHz
Channel Dwell Time < 0.4 Seconds
RF Transmitter < 30 dBm
Modulation Method On Off Keying (OOK)
20 db Modulation Bandwidth < 400 KHz
RF Receiver 2 channels
Power Consumption 25 Watts (120 VAC at 500 mW)
Communications Interface RS-232, LAN TCPI/IP
Inputs/Outputs 2 coax antenna, 8 logic I/O, comm ports, power
Dimensions (L) 19 cm (7 in) x (W) 26 cm (10 in) x (D) 5 cm (2 in)
Weight Approximately 1.8 kg (4 lb)
Operating Temperature -40° C to +85° C (-40 °F to + 85°F)
NANOSCANNER READER EXTERNAL ANTENNA
3 dB Beamwidth
E-plane: 65 degrees • H-plane: 65 degrees
Frequency 902-928 MHz
Gain (dBi) 5.73 dBi
Polarization Circular
RF Connector Reverse-thread SMA
VSWR 1.5:1
Dimensions
(cm) 22 x 27 x 4 • (in) 8.5 x 10.5 x 1.65
Weight
.57 kg • 1.25 lb
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