User's Manual

PCB-915RM-SD - 8 - 1/22/2015
1 INTRODUCTION
AWID's Sentinel-Sense PCB-915RM-SD is a Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID)
reader module capable of working with most leading passive UHF passive tags. The
reader module comes with a unique combination dual antenna ports, small size, and low
power consumption. Its primary functions are in asset management and tracking, and
fleet management, i.e., embedded applications for PoS, printers and other portable
devices widely used in these markets.
PCB-915RM-SD is delivered with Firmware Version such as 10.xx.xx.
In order to operate an PCB-915RM-SD you will need the following:
 PC running Windows
1
XP or higher, CD-ROM drive
 Host software (AWID’s demo software or your own custom software)
1.1 SPECIAL FEATURES
 EPC Global Class 1 Gen 2 Protocol
 Thin passive tags with long-range performance
 Low power consumption & compact design for portable & embedded applications
 Dual antenna ports for flexible arrangement & coverage
 3.3 V (5.0V tolerable) Serial TTL logical interface

1
Though PCB-915RM-SD can also be controlled from a non-Windows programming platform, AWID
demo and FW upgrade programs are applications to run in Windows.