User's Manual

User Manual
PCR91501 – Powercast RFID Reader
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Rev 1.4 – 2022/09 User’s Manual – PCR91501 Transmitter Page 1
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Powercast PCR91501 is a UHF RFID
Reader. It is designed to communicate and
power RFID tag devices. The tag device
communicates back to the reader via RF
backscattering. The backscatter
communication eliminates the need for a
separate radio on the tag device and enables
the detection and identification of the tag
device. The tag device also has the ability to
send back pertinent information to the
reader, such as sensor data or charge level.
This information is accessible via the USB-C
port on the reader. The reader operates in
the 902-928MHz ISM frequency band and is
housed in a durable plastic case.
Operational power as well as
communication is provided to the reader
using the USB Type C connector. The
PCR91501 Reader has on board LEDs to
display status of the reader and tag devices.
The PCR91501 has a factory set, fixed power
output of 3W EIRP.
ORDERING OPTIONS
United States Part
Number
PCR91501
Canada Part Number
PCR91501-CA
PRODUCT CONTENTS
The following items are included:
Qty
Description
1
PCR91501 Transmitter
1
Cable
1
Quick start instruction card
APPLICATIONS
• Communicate with and power high
function RFID tags
o Active, battery recharging tags
o Passive, charge-and-fire tags
• Communicate with and charge
consumer electronic devices
o Headphones, earbuds, game
controllers, remotes, keyboards and
mice, etc.
• Communicate with and power sensor
devices
o Temperature, pressure, humidity,
etc.
• Inventory items in a room