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Chapter 1
Introduction
T
he S556-EP InstaScan scanners and Dura-label Radio Frequency
(RF) Identification Tags developed by SCS are state-of-the-art data
gathering and inspection systems that combine sophisticated
Interactive Identification technology in a compact form factor. This unique
synergy allows our system to integrate seamlessly into — and significantly
increase productivity for — a wide range of applications and environments.
This system consists of the following components:
A scanner that is capable of writing information to and reading
information from Dura-labels using a read/write head (antenna).
The scanner conforms to FCC Part 90 specifications and can operate
with one to six externally connected antennas.
Dura-label RF tags that contain information programmed by the
scanner. These tags are designed to store information under extremely
harsh environments without requiring a battery, and the read/write
Dura-labels can store a permanent record of multiple events and
transactions.
Communications between the scanner and tags are conducted using a
revolutionary two-way technology that provides superior advantages over
conventional communication methods. The specific data being
communicated, and the amount of interaction you have with the scanner
and tag, may be determined by your application.
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