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RFID Innovative Technology |
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Essen's innovative approach to RFID has resulted in the development of technology in the form of integrated devices that overcome current RFID shortcomings, extend reach, improve and optimize operations and therefore extend functionality beyond existing applications. This power-extended RF technology eliminates existing limitations by converting analog RF signals to digital at source, using Power-over-Ethernet for transmission. It evolves a 'next step' in RFID that is both convenient to use and extremely cost-effective. Essen offers this innovative technology in the form of Xtenna™, a ready-to-use integrated RFID device.
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| Dual Circular Polarized Antennas with Integrated RFID Reader |
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Xtenna™ is a power-extended RF Antenna Reader that offers the RFID antenna, reader and power supply in a single compact device, with a single cable for both data and power over long distances without any signal deterioration.
Xtenna™ operates in the 860MHz - 960 MHz spectrum which covers RFID bands across the USA, EU, Korea and India. It has a circularly polarised antenna that can read in any direction. It is easy to mount, sturdy yet light-weight, and can be put to versatile use. Xtenna's unique advantage is its ability to be also used in remote locations and over long distances without signal breakdowns, due to its use of Power-over-Ethernet to transmit both data and 48V DC power over a normal CAT-6 cable. It eliminates the need for a regular 115 / 230V power source near the reader or constant battery recharging, as well as overcomes the severe distance limitation imposed by expensive RF cables. Moreover, by converting sensitive analog signals to digital at the source itself, Xtenna™ eliminates any scope of loss or deterioration during data transmission. All of which result in greater convenience and cost savings during installation as well as operation, at all levels - device integration, data transmission and power supply. |
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| Ordinary RF |
| Requires expensive shielded RF cable. |
Limited distance - RF cable length limited to
20 ft. before signal deterioration. |
| Sensitive analog signal. |
| Separate 115 / 230V outlet needed at source for power supply to the Reader. |
| Reader and antenna have to be mounted separately near each other. |
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| Xtenna™ |
| Only requires inexpensive CAT-6 cable. |
| Distance between Xtenna™ and PoE switch can now be enhanced to 330 ft without loss. |
| Stable digital transmission. |
| Single CAT-6 cable can carry 48V DC power simultaneously along with data. |
| Reader, antenna and power supply in a single convenient integrated device. |
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| Essen's Xtenna™ marks a shift in RFID adoption by extending its reach and scope beyond what is currently in use. It is an uncomplicated yet highly effective device that has the potential to expand the usage of RFID in the years to come, brought to you by Essen a company dedicated to providing innovative solutions that break the price / value trade-off, through products that are cost-effective yet world class. |
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