RFID Toys allows readers Readers learn how to build their
own ultimate RFID projects with a few simple tools, some off-the-shelf parts,
and this book-no surgery required!
Similar in theory to bar code identification, RFID (radio frequency identification)
systems consist of an antenna and receiver, and are now available for hobbyists
and hackers to tinker with. Some of the featured "bleeding-edge" projects
show readers how to unlock their front door wirelessly, access their car
without inserting a key, add security to home computers, and control the
lights in a room.
Safe at home-readers learn to build an RFID-activated safe, allow only the
family dog to come and go through the doggie door, and locate items anywhere
in the house with RFID tracking.
With the RFID Kit and Toys Set you will be able to bring some of those ideas
to life, today!
Special RFID Toys Bonus Chapter here!
Phidget USB RFID Kit
This kit comes with:
(1) Phidget RFID Reader
(1)
RFID Toys, by Amal Graafstra
(1) Credit Card Thin Card (ISO)
(1) Thick Card (Clamshell)
(1) Inventory Label - Square Version (2 1/8 x 3 3/8)
(1) Small Glass Ampoule
(1) 20mm Button with Sticker Backing
(1) 17mm Black Pill Tag
(1) 35mm White Disk with Hole
(1) CD-ROM Tag
(1) 30mm Global Tag (black)
(1) 25mm White Disk
(1) 25mm White Disk (sticker backing)
(1) 30mm Clear Thin Lamination Disk
(1) 30mm Clear Thin Lamination Disk (sticker backing)
(1) 25mm Clear Thin Lamination Disc
(1) Blue Key Fob
(1) Wristband Watch Style
** Tags might change depending on availability, but will be similar in type.
The Phidget RFID Reader has some new additional features!
- A +5V output so that you can power an external relay if you wish
for use in security or doorway systems etc.
- A +5V LED output for driving an external LED.
- An onboard LED on the board (Green).
- Added ability to turn off RFID as desired.
Board Dimensions: 6.8 x 8.1 cm
Mounting Holes: 6.1 x 7.3 cm
*Notes About the Reader before Purchasing:
- The RFID Reader and Tags in this kit are READ ONLY.
- The read range on the reader is 4 inches or less depending upon
the tag you are using.
- The reader cannot read multiple tags in the field at the same time.
- Readers placed too close to each other will cause them to fail in
operation. Allow at least a meter of distance between readers. For closer
placement you must make use of the reader on/off feature to access one
reader at a time.
- The reader antenna cannot be detached from the RFID reader or altered
in any way.
Getting Started
- Phidgets
Downloads: All new users should start here.
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Select your operating system.
- For Windows users, download and run "Phidgets.msi" to install the latest
Phidgets libraries.
- Download code examples and API manuals for the programming language of
your choice.
- Further
Phidgets Documentation: Manuals, data sheets, and tutorials for Phidgets
products.