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2.2 Read a transponder
Place the ISO MAX V near the animal to be read, then press the START button in order to
activate the reading mode.
During the reading mode, move the reader along the animal to scan the transponder ID.
To stop the reading mode press the START button again.
The following figure shows the result of a successful reading session:
1. There are four main types of transponder: FDX-B and HDX are the ISO standard 11784/5. IDI
stands for Destron, Avid, and PETRAC. The last type is TVN which stands for Trovan, AEG and
similar transponders. When the reader displays the word “Industry” as transponder type, it
means that this transponder is not coded for animals.
2. The Alpha country code is according to ISO 3166, ISO 11784/5.
3. The Identity Code number is according to ISO 11784/5.
The following figure shows the result of an unsuccessful reading session: