Microplex LOGIJET T4 - Information on RFID Technology

8 Introduction
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MICROPLEX Operator’s Manual LOGIJET T4 /T6 /RFID Edition 1.3
1.2. Information on RFID Technology
The MICROPLEX printers LOGIJET T4 RFID and LOGIJET T6 RFID are
provided with an integrated multi-protocol RF Write/Read module.
The printer functions as a complete system for writing, reading and
printing RFID labels (Radio Frequency IDentification), when it is
connected to a host computer.
The printer receives instructions from the host computer. The MICROPLEX
Controller interprets this information and controls printer's mechanical
drive, RFID subsystem and printhead.
Fig. 1.2.a Block diagram: High Frequency Identification technology (RFID)
The multi-protocol RF Write/Read module is built-in in the printers paper path.
To use the RFID capabilities of this printer, you will need the appropriate
RFID media. This media includes the label, backing, and an RFID
transponder inlay encased by the label material.
The commands for the RFID functions are sent like print data via the
active data channel (Centronics, USB, Ethernet,...).
The ID of the label (Transponder Identification number) can be read in
order to be transmitted to the host via the printer's status channel.
This allows a clearly assignment of the specific label identification
number to the information printed on this label.
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