Mantis II Active RFID Reader

Mission Critical Asset Tracking

The 433 MHz Mantis II reader is the most advanced RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) reader in RF Codes Mantis product family. Mantis II readers track battery-powered RFID tags to quickly locate and identify assets or people in a defined area. Our patented RF architecture allows for very high tag density and enables customers to deploy dynamic asset tracking initiatives without worrying about data loss. By combining a modular design with a low price, the Mantis II solutions unique capabilities can be leveraged in a wide variety of applications --- with a proven return on investment. Mantis II readers detect and interpret the radio frequency data emitted by active RFID asset tags, which can be read at distances of more than 1000 feet depending on the antenna configuration. Because all Mantis readers are compatible with both wired and wireless networks, they can be rapidly and inexpensively integrated into an organizations IT infrastructure. The Mantis II reader offers an unparalleled feature set for scalable, high volume asset tracking architectures.

Proven Enterprise Deployment Work-in-Progress Manufacturing Access Control Healthcare Management Maintenance Operations Container Tracking IT Asset Management Utility Asset Management Personnel Tracking

Front View

Mantis II Benefits
Rapid tag processing. Small footprint and convenient mounting options.

Rear View

Optional antenna configurations for application-specific coverage. Standard Ethernet and Serial (RS232) interfaces for LAN integration. Dual Channel operation for diverse (dual zone) architectures. High throughput to enable a high number of tags in the field. Adjustable, dual-ranging capabilities. Supported by award-winning TAVIS data management platform.

DATA SHEET 433 MHz Mantis Reader

Reader Communication Protocol
Serial: Ethernet: Protocols: Telnet Port: Operating frequency: Signal strength: RFID Tag protocols: Range control: RS232: 115.2kbps via 9-pin D connector 10Base-T via RJ45 ARP, TCP/IP, Telnet, UDP, Ping, TFTP 6500 433.92 MHz > 50 dB range RF Mantis Air Protocol (MAP) 4dB attenuation increments from range 8 to 1

Read Range
Helical antenna: Omni angle antenna: YAGI antenna: Up to 150 ft. (45 m) Up to 300 ft. (91 m) Up to 1000 ft. (300 m)

Physical Characteristics
Width: Depth: Height: Weight: Case: Mounting: Options: 5.00 in (127.00 mm) 4.65 in (118.11 mm) 1.56 in (39.6 mm) 16 oz (0.43 kg) Aluminum powder coat protected Ceiling, wall mount, or desktop operation Enclosure available for NEMA 4 applications

Environmental
Operating temperature: Storage temperature: -20 C to +70 C -40 C to +80 C

LED Indicators
Front: Back: On Ready, Tag Activity Link, Collision

Electrical
Power: Power Consumption: Power Supply: 9-20 VAC / 12-28 VDC 2.5W typ. 120V AC Adapter / 12VDC - 600ma, 15VA

Antenna Connections
United States: Japan: Two - helical SMA, 1/4 wave Two wire whip SMA 1/4-wave

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