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MR 100 User Manual
Chapter 2.
A N INTRODUCTION TO MR 100
The Symbol RF Receiver Module or MR 100 is a single port, lightweight reader designed for easy integration with RFID
printers, handhelds and applicators
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. This chapter describes some of the important features of MR 100.
2.1. MR 100 Features
2.1.1. Designed for Embedded Applications
The Symbol MR 100 offers a simplified design and better utilization of board space, which results in a small and
lightweight device that can be used very effectively in embedded systems.
2.1.2. Robustness
The MR 100 Reader is highly robust and can be used in environment with extreme temperatures and humidity. It is
capable of functioning from temperatures ranging from –20
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C to +60
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C and 5% to 95% humidity.
2.1.3. Performance
The MR 100 uses a Symbol patented interrogation protocol, which makes it capable of Read rates of up to 200 tags per
second. The same protocol also enabled it to work in noisy environments.
The MR 100 has a read range of up to of 10+ feet, and a write range of up to 4+ feet. The range however, depends on
factors like Antenna Gain, interference and traffic.
2.1.4. Support for Industry Standards
The MR 100 provides all RF and control functions that are required for powering and communicating with industry
standard UHF passive tags. It has capabilities of interacting with both Class 0(Read Only) and Class 0 (Read Write) tags
2.2. What’s shipped
The customer has multiple options to choose from while purchasing the MR100.
 Host Interface Æ the JST 14-Pin Connector can be used to connect the MR 100 to devices. the customer can
choose between RS 232 (serial) or TTL interface depending on the device to which the MR 100 will be
connected to.
 Antenna Port Æ depending on, what the MR 100 needs to be deployed for, the customer has an option of
purchasing the single antenna port version (which uses the same antenna for both transmissing and receiving)
or dual port (which allows the use of separate antenna for transmitting and a separate antenna for receiving).
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With appropriate regulatory certifications