R-ident - Long range RF tagging system

 

Colter Group have launched a new, low - powered / low cost radio tagging system, R-IDENT. It is designed for remote monitoring and identification of static and moving assets. Consisting of a number of tags (transmitters) and readers (receivers), the new system is effective at ranges of up to 250m. The system utilises 433 MHz radio transmission technology. The tags - which are completely self contained - have a typical battery life of 6 years, broadcast signals containing their unique code number and input information. The robust tags are weather proof and resistant to mechanical shock and vibration. Uniquely these tags can also monitor up to 2 inputs and send status along with their ID. Sophisticated transmission technology ensures that even with hundreds of tags transmitting - data will always be received. R-IDENT is designed, manufactured and distributed by Colter Group.

Colter have recently added to the R-IDENT range of products with the R-IDENT Turnkey Receiver System Solutions
     
Long Range RF Tagging and Monitoring System
    
433MHz RF Technology
Upto 250M read range
Weather proof Tags
Battery Life upto 8 years
Tags can monitor digital inputs

Colter Group have launched a new, low - powered / low cost radio tagging system, R-IDENT. It is designed for remote monitoring and identification of static and moving assets. Consisting of a number of tags (transmitters) and readers (receivers), the new system is effective at ranges of up to 250m. The system utilises 433 MHz radio transmission technology. The tags - which are completely self contained - have a typical battery life of 6 years, broadcast signals containing their unique code number and input information. The robust tags are weather proof and resistant to mechanical shock and vibration. Uniquely these tags can also monitor up to 2 inputs and send status along with their ID. Sophisticated transmission technology ensures that even with hundreds of tags transmitting - data will always be received. R-IDENT is designed, manufactured and distributed by Colter Group.

Colter have recently added to the R-IDENT range of products with the R-IDENT Turnkey Receiver System Solutions

R-IDENT Readers

R-IDENT Tags

R-IDENT Turnkey Receiver System Solutions

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R-IDENT

Readers

R-IDENT receivers (RXs) are used to read R-IDENT tags (TXs) and any aditional data they may be transmitting about their inputs. The readers are a small size enabling easy installation in limited space. Readers are weatherproof and can be mounted outside if required (except for RX2C, RX3C, RX4C, RX5C and RX6C which require mounting in a suitable weatherproof enclosure due to the aerial BNC connector) .

For more in depth technical information on any of the R-IDENT RXs please visit the R-IDENT Technical Data page.
 
Receivers:
     
 
RX1
RX1 identifies closest tag to it and sends it's identity out of it's serial port every minute
RX1 has 50m read range
RX2
  
RX2 sends all received tag data packets to a host system via it's serial port
RX2 can be used with a host system (PC or similar) to compile a database of all tags within it's range
RX2 has upto 200m range
RX3
  
RX3 receiver builds a database of all tags within it's range
RX3 has built in keypad and LCD 4 line x 20 character display for viewing the database, configuring error conditions, edit remote phone numbers.
RX3 can also be configured by the 'RXCONFIG' PC based software either remotely (via a MODEM) or by direct connection to the PC
RX3 can raise an alarm condition on: Change of tag (TX) input status, TX battery low, the loss of communication with a TX in the database, TX battery low.
RX3 can raise alarm conditions either locally (via a volt free relay contact) of remotely (via a PSTN or GSM MODEM, which the RX3 can be connected to)
RX3 can form a completely stand alone system
RX4
  
RX4 receiver is the same as RX3 receiver except the keypad and LCD display are not present - for applications where these are not needed
RX5
  
RX5 receiver builds a database of all tags within it's range
RX5 receiver performs datalogging of events which it saves to non-volatile flash RAM, events are retained event in the event of power down
RX5 receiver includes a Real Time Clock (RTC) for time and date stamping of logged events, RTC stays running in event of power down for upto 1 month
RX5 has built in keypad and LCD 4 line x 20 character display for viewing the database, configuring error conditions, edit remote phone numbers.
RX5 can also be configured by the 'RXCONFIG' PC based software either remotely (via a MODEM) or by direct connection to the PC
RX5 can raise an alarm condition on: Change of tag (TX) input status, TX battery low, the loss of communication with a TX in the database, TX battery low.
RX5 can raise alarm conditions either locally (via a volt free relay contact) of remotely (via a PSTN or GSM MODEM, which the RX5 can be connected to)
RX5 can form a completely stand alone system
RX6
  
RX6 receiver is the same as RX5 receiver except the keypad and LCD display are not present - for applications where these are not needed
   
Aerial Types:    
RX1 has one aerial type - internal aerial (short range): RX1A (shown in above picture)
RX2 has three aerial types - internal aerial (short range): RX2A, external aerial (medium range): RX2B, remote external aerial (long range): RX2C (shown in above picture)
RX3 has three aerial types - internal aerial (short range): RX3A, external aerial (medium range): RX3B (shown in above picture) , remote external aerial (long range): RX3C
RX4 has three aerial types - internal aerial (short range): RX4A (shown in above picture) , external aerial (medium range): RX4B, remote external aerial (long range): RX4C
RX5 has three aerial types - internal aerial (short range): RX5A, external aerial (medium range): RX5B (shown in above picture) , remote external aerial (long range): RX5C
RX6 has three aerial types - internal aerial (short range): RX6A, external aerial (medium range): RX6B, remote external aerial (long range): RX6C (shown in above picture)
 
R-IDENT

Tags

R-IDENT tags (TXs) are used in conjunction with a R-IDENT RX. They are self contained and battery powered and have a long life. A tag can be very quickly and easily installed on to the item that is required to be tagged. The tags are weatherproof and can be mounted outside and used in all weathers without fear of damage or degredation.

For more in depth technical information on any of the R-IDENT TXs please visit the R-IDENT Technical Data page.
 
Tags:
TX1
TX2
TX3
 
TX1 tag broadcasts a packet of information three times every minute, this consists of the tag's unique code number and battery status
Tag TX1A is shown in the picture above, it has an internal aerial and a range of upto 125m, Tag TX1B has an external aerial and a range of upto 200m, Tag TX1C has the same aerial and range as TX1B except it is designed for horizontal rather than vertical mounting
TX2 tag broadcasts a packet of information three times every minute, this consists of the tag's unique code number and battery status and also the status of the two inputs (either on or off). The two inputs on this unit are volt free
Tag TX2B is shown in the picture above, it has an external aerial and a range of upto 200mm, Tag TX2A has an internal aerial and a range of upto 125m, Tag TX1C has the same aerial and range as TX1B except it is designed for horizontal rather than vertical mounting
TX3 tag broadcasts a packet of information three times every minute, this consists of the tag's unique code number and battery status and also the status of the two inputs (either on or off). The two inputs on this unit are externallty powered inputs
Tag TX3A is shown in the picture above, it has an internal aerial and a range of upto 125m, Tag TX3B has an external aerial and a range of upto 200m, Tag TX3C has the same aerial and range as TX3B except it is designed for horizontal rather than vertical mounting
   
   
   
TXnC Shown, Tag with external aerial but for horizontal mounting