2.4G Active RFID Reader F2420

F2420 2.4G active reader is an active RFID read-write device that works in the 2.45GHz frequency band. It can realize omni-directional directional read-write function with omnidirectional/directional antenna. The product adopts the installation method of external antenna, and can be flexibly configured with various omnidirectional and directional antennas. It has the characteristics of wide range, high recognition rate, powerful function, high reliability, and strong expandability. Its reading can reach 5~350m .

F2420 is a new generation of high-performance 2.45G long-distance reader, which embodies 10 years of RFID research and development experience of Xunyuan Technology. Equipped with a new generation of 2.4G high-frequency transceiver chip developed by Nordic, the main control chip uses a new generation of high-performance ARM-COTEXM3 processor, which has functions such as multi-device communication, watchdog, heartbeat packet, and real-time monitoring of device status information. It also integrates communication interfaces such as Wiegand 26/34, RS232 and 100M Ethernet ports.

F2420 reader adopts waterproof design, the waterproof level can reach IP67, suitable for use in outdoor environment. The device has a variety of communication interfaces for quick and easy connection with the host. The product adopts software fault tolerance and hardware anti-interference design, which can work continuously and stably for a long time in harsh working environment.

The F2420 reader has a wide range of applications, and can be used for personnel area positioning in hospitals, nursing homes, schools, industrial and mining units, enterprises, institutions, research institutes, prisons, etc., as well as applications such as confidential information, valuables, storage items, and circulation asset management. .

Introduction
Specification
Appearance

The reader supports communication interfaces such as Wiegand 26/34, RS232 and 100M Ethernet ports.
The reader supports automatic label reading and command triggering to meet the different needs of users.
Adopt multi-reader technology to support multi-reader-intensive environment working mode.
The reader antenna adopts an external installation method, and various omnidirectional and directional antennas can be flexibly configured to meet the needs of various application scenarios.
The reading distance can be adjusted by software to realize perimeter applications.
Provide a powerful API user interface, which can realize rapid integration and docking with the user’s existing information system.
The design, device selection and production testing process of the reader refer to the industrial product label, which can meet the use under various harsh conditions.
The product adopts a metal shell, which has the advantages of high strength and anti-interference.
The communication protocol is independently developed by Xunyuan, which can be customized and expanded according to special user needs.
Provide a supporting Xunyuan API development kit, so that customers can quickly complete the development.

Simple fault description and troubleshooting

Run light flashing prompt:

Start and run 800ms on, 700ms off;
The wired network connection is successful (or the WIFI network connection is successful, or the 4G network connection is successful), 160ms on, 140ms off;
When entering the MQTT connection state, the blinking speed increases by 5 times on the basis of a successful network connection.

Buzzer prompt:

The WIFI/4G/wired network connection is successful, and the buzzer will sound 3 consecutive times, with an interval of about 50ms;
The MQTT connection is successful, and the buzzer sounds 3 times in a row, with an interval of about 20ms;
After the wired network connection is successful, if an abnormal disconnection occurs, the buzzer will beep for a long time, with an interval of 500ms;
The parameter is set successfully, the buzzer will sound twice continuously, and the time interval is about 50ms;
After restoring the system settings, the buzzer will sound 3 consecutive times with an interval of about 80ms;
The self-test of the power-on module fails, and there are 2 consecutive beeps, with an interval of 800ms;
The self-test of the power-on module is successful, and the buzzer will sound once for 200ms;
The connection module is a Rodin module, and it sounds 3 times in a row with an interval of 100ms.

RF parameters
Working frequency	2.4~2.483G
Signal attenuation	Software adjustable: 0-63dbm (the larger the value, the greater the attenuation)
Receiving sensitivity	-95dbm
Communication rate	1Mbit/s
Antenna interface	1 N-type female head (double channel optional)
Recognition angle	Omnidirectional/directional (depending on whether it is a directional antenna or an omnidirectional antenna)
Polarization	Vertical polarization
Communication interface
Communication interface	RS232, 10/100M adaptive Ethernet interface Wiegand 26/34 (optional), RS-485 (customizable)
I/O interface	2 input ports, 4 output ports (optional)
Expandable wireless module	802.11 module, full Netcom 4G module
Firmware upgrade	Support serial port upgrade
Serial port communication parameters	The baud rate is adjustable (default 230400bps)
Application software platform	Provide software development kit (SDK) and API
Label manipulation
Support label operation	private agreement
Support label working mode	Active label
Read tag distance	5~350m (depending on antenna and tag output power)
Recognition speed	500 tags/sec (ID number only)
Mechanical Electrical Properties
Dimensions	270mm×200mm×80mm(L×W×H)
weight	1.28kg
Power consumption of the whole machine	2W
Power	DC12V
Installation method	Hoop installation
Working temperature	-25℃~65℃
Storage temperature	-30℃~70℃
Working humidity	5%~95~ (no condensation)
IP level	IP67