User's Manual
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i-Q 310 ISO 18000-7 Transponder Series
1 Introduction
1.1 i-Q310 Series Transponder Functionality
The i-Q ISO 18000-7 transponders are high performance active RFID devices suitable for a wide
variety of applications. The transponder responds to interrogator commands over the distance of
100 (and more) meters in line of sight. The transponders have a battery with a typical operational
life of 3 or more years. This battery is easily replaceable in most models (ATR, DRT, LPT, SET and
CST) for prolonged life span. The exception is the ATN transponder that has a non-removable
sealed battery.
The i-Q310 series includes the following transponders:
• i-Q310 ATR = Asset Transponder
• i-Q310 ATN = Asset Transponder with Non-Replaceable Battery
• i-Q310 DRT = Data Rich Transponder
• i-Q310 LPT = License Plate Transponder
• i-Q310 SET = Sensor Transponder
• i-Q310 CST = Container Security Transponder
For description and instructions for ATR, ATN, DRT and LPT Transponders, please see a separate i-Q310 Series
Installation and Operation Manual for ATR, ATN, DRT and LPT.
1.2 CST and SET Features and Benefits
100-meters (300 ft) read/write range allows automated identification, tracking and tracing of assets without
human intervention.
The CST and SET transponders offer two memory areas.
o The SET and CST have 128kB of memory allocated for user data
o The SET and CST have 32 bits of memory allocated for a fixed, unique, Identification Code.
o The SET and CST have 32kB of memory allocated for sensor logging.
433 MHz operating frequency allows low-power, long communication range and high data transmission rates
with minimal interference due to local conditions.
ISO / IEC 18000-7 compatible allows manufacturer independent interoperation. US DoD and NATO ITV
compatible.
All transponders carry a speaker for acoustic signalization during search, locate, alarms.
The CST and SET transponders provide USB 2.0 Hardwire Interface for fast and secure data transfer with
USB connection with mini-B connector.
3-year battery lifetime and more delivers long-time maintenance-free operation, without battery
replacement.
CST and SET transponders have a replaceable battery for extended lifetime.
Communication on demand eliminates RF flooding through software-controlled read/write operations.
Non-line-of-sight data transmission allows tags to be buried while transmitting for improved tracking and
tracing efficiency.