TagMaster North America always strives to explore the
possibilities provided by current and emerging technology. They have successfully tested the
installation of a TagMaster RFID Reader with the use of the “Passive Power over
Ethernet” (POE) Kit, using a single Ethernet cable that does it all: power the
Reader and provide TCP/IP connectivity for access control.
In a normal configuration, the RFID Reader uses
individual connections for power, network connectivity, and access interfaces. However, with a TagMaster Reader connected
via the Passive POE Kit and used in conjunction with TagMaster’s ACTS (Access
Control Tracking System) in a TCP/IP configuration, only the Ethernet cable is
needed. This capability is available for
the XT-3 UHF Reader as well as the LR-6 Microwave Reader.
Why
use an Ethernet cable over other options? No power where the Reader
needs to be installed? Through the use of
only an Ethernet connection, the power source for the Reader can be reached up
to 328 feet (100m) away! This eliminates
the time and expense of having to install additional electrical power near the
reader. Being able to set up a Reader
within a 328ft range opens up installation options that may not have been
possible before. Also, running an
Ethernet cable typically does not require a qualified electrician.
Power supplied over Ethernet connection is achieved with
a dedicated power source. With this
dedicated source, the Reader is less susceptible to power overloads, under-powered
situations and incorrect installation, further ensuring the already dependable
TagMaster North America Reader’s operation.
Ali Khaskar, President of TagMaster North America, explained,
“Cabling is a regular concern when speaking with planners and installers. Sometimes, the greatest expense of time and
cost for a project is having to run multiple cables!” Being able to use a single industry standard
Ethernet cable that handles data, power and access control with a TCP/IP
configuration definitely helps reduce or eliminate this concern.
