Escort Memory Systems HS500-Series overview
Escort Memory Systems HS500-Series Read/Write Antennas.Escort Memory Systems® (EMS) offers a complete family of field-proven Read/Write Radio Frequency Identif...
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Manufactured byEscort Memory Systems
Product groupRFID Antennas
DescriptionEscort Memory Systems HS500-Series Read/Write Antennas.Escort Memory Systems® (EMS) offers a complete family of field-proven Read/Write Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) products and network interface modules. The system consists of Tags, Antennas and Controllers. Tags can be attached to a product or its carrier and act as an electronic identifier, job sheet, portable database, or manifest. Tags are read and updated via an EMS Antenna through any non-conductive material while moving or stationary.
Technical DescriptionThe HS500-Series Antennas connected to an Escort Memory Systems’ Controller provides a very convenient interface between a host computer or programmable Controller and the data in EMS Tags.The HS500 Antenna contains all the circuitry necessary to convert the digital signals received from the Controller to high-speed RF signals for the Tags, and subsequently, convert the RF signals from the Tags back into digital signals for the Controller.The compact size and long-range of the Antenna makes it ideal for use in factory automation environments where space is at a premium. For greater mounting flexibility, the HS500 is available in both end-emitting and face-emitting versions. To further ease installation, the distance from the Controller card to the Antenna can be up to 4,000 feet. This is advantageous because the Controller portion of the RFID system is then afforded extra protection from noise that could be generated by electrical equipment positioned near the Read/Write station. Connection to the Controller is via a quick disconnect circular connector. Antennas can be replaced on the line without changing any wiring.The Antenna is equipped with a two-color status LED, indicating when power is present and the Antenna is or is not transmitting.The Antenna is a solid state device, without moving parts or mechanical switches, and configuration is not required prior to installation. It has a metal backplate which helps to distribute stress from the mounting bolts and greatly increases immunity to additional metal in the Read/Write field.
Key Features3000 Bytes/Second Data Transfer Speed — Reading and Writing Epoxy Encapsulated Access Tags through Virtually Any NonConductive Material Unaffected by Paint, Dust, Dirt and Solvents High Immunity to Metal Small and Rugged for Easy Installation
ApplicationsMaterial Handling Sortation Systems Work-in-Progress
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Use WithHS200R-Series Tags HS200XL-Series Tags HS200LR-Series Tags HS850B Serial Eurocard Controller HS880B-Series Read/Write Controller HS900 PC-Bus Read/Write Controller CM12 DeviceNet Module CM21 InterBus-S Module CM30-Series Profibus Modules CM40-Series Modbus Plus Modules CM52 Remote I/O Module CM900 / CM1000 CM1746 RFID Module
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