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Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650-217 and SMR-650-218 User Guide
LF Mode
LF mode is controlled by the software running on the computer or mobile device. LF mode is compatible only with Savi
tags. With the software, you can use LF mode to perform short-range communications up to 3 feet (.91 m). To use LF
mode, you must turn it on in the software.
Please refer to Savi SmartChain Mobile and Savi SmartChain Workstation documentation.
Software Compatibility
The Savi Mobile Reader SMR-650 is compatible with the following Savi software products:
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Savi SmartChain® Site Manager, version 6.0 and greater
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Savi SmartChain Mobile, version 6.0 and greater
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Savi SmartChain WorkStation, version 6.0 and greater
USB Driver Updates
Drivers are small software programs that allow Microsoft® Windows® to communicate with other software programs and
hardware. Without drivers, the hardware you connect to your computer, such as the SMR-650-217 or SMR-650-218 reader
will not work properly. The latest drivers are factory installed with the Savi software listed above.
Savi may release USB driver updates as required. To check for updates contact Savi Global Support Services. See
“Contacting Savi Global Support Services” on page 3.
Optimizing the SMR-650 Reader Tag Collection Range
Factors that can limit the SMR-650 reader collection range include:
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Obstructions such as multiple walls, chained areas, solid-core doors, and enclosures
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RF interference from other equipment such as computers, cellular phones, walkie-talkies, elevators, electrical motors,
or other RF-emitting devices
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Reflection from the ground and from nearby objects
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Position and orientation of the SMR-650 reader
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Metal or RF-absorbent surface on the tracked item
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Tag location relative to the SMR-650 reader, such as behind a metal obstruction or stacked under multiple layers
Radio interference also affects the probability of collecting any given tag, and you can expect some variance in
repeatability in the field.
Recharging the SMR-650 Reader Battery
The SMR-650-217 and SMR-650-218 readers have an internal Lithium-Ion battery that is not replaceable. The reader battery
is recharged through the USB serial connection when connected to a laptop computer, TAV-PDK, or other device that is
powered on.
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You must charge the SMR at least 4 hours before you use it the first time. It is recommended that you plug the SMR
into a USB port on a PC or a USB hub to charge it at least every 21 days whether it is in use or in storage. It is okay to leave
the unit plugged in to maintain charge.