CSL CS101-2 EPC CLASS 1 GEN 2 RFID HANDHELD READER
USER'S MANUAL, VERSION 1.0
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12.6 Pallet/Carton Tagging Verification
Use Case
RFID implementation is growing in different industries. The automated handling solutions
driven by RFID are very much relying on the tags. Therefore missing or failed tags can have a
major impact on operating efficiencies.
Current Approach
Verification of tag on pallet or carton is not automated. Missing or failed tags are difficult to be
identified and replaced.
Suggested Approach
By combining input and output devices, RFID technology can be applied to verification of tag
existence in pallet or carton. In this case, infrared sensor is used to trigger the start inventory in
reader. When the pallet or carton passes the read point, status of infrared sensor changes which
triggers the reader to start inventory. If no tag is read after the trigger, output device such as
alarm is turned on. This application helps to identify missing or failed RFID tags such that tag
replacement action can be taken.
Recommendation
The CSL CS-461 reader contains I/O port which allows maximum four inputs and eight
outputs. The embedded event engine also allows I/O trigger and event to be programmed into
the reader easily. Once these are set, the tag verification process is done autonomously.
