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MiniTracker 4 (Universal FDX, Bluetooth®, USB, Memory)

The MiniTracker 4 is the newest universal animal RFID reader from Avid. Featuring the best-in-class read ranges in a compact chemical resistant enclosure, the MiniTracker 4 reads all companion animal microchips with ease and has a size that fits your pocket.

MiniTracker 4 Features
Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

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MiniTracker 3 (Universal FDX, Bluetooth®)

The Avid MiniTracker 3 is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The Avid MiniTracker 3 is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The MiniTracker 3 is configured to read and display any AVID, FECAVA, TROVAN and ISO (FDX-B) coded radio frequency identification tags.

The ID code is displayed on the Mini Tracker 3's 16 character LCD.

In the operational mode, the MiniTracker 3 emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Application Notes

Documentation

MiniTracker 3 Wand Reader (Universal FDX, Bluetooth®, Wand)

The MiniTracker 3 Wand Reader is a portable, universal reader with all the advantages of the AVID MiniTracker series plus an additional 4" circular antenna on a waterproof, flexible extension arm. The circular antenna, handle and extension arm are all waterproof and can be immersed under water as long as the reader itself is kept out of the water. The MiniTracker 3 Wand Reader is designed to scan animals under water, through a cage or from a distance using the circular antenna. The total length of the antenna, handle and flexible extension arm measures approximately 4 feet, 9 inches. The MiniTracker 3 Wand Reader can read and display any AVID, FECAVA, TROVAN and ISO FDX-B coded radio frequency identification tags at 125KHz, 128KHz and 134.2KHz frequencies.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Application Notes

Documentation

Power Tracker II (Avid)

The AVID Power Tracker II is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read ID tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker II can read AVID and FECAVA coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code can be displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD or downloaded via RS-232 to a computer. Emulation software is provided for an automatic interface between the reader and a computer.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and a visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Power Tracker III (Avid, Memory)

The AVID Power Tracker III is an identity tag reader with memory and translation capabilities. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker III is capable of reading, translating and storing up to 2000 AVID or FECAVA ID tag codes with a date & time stamp. The ID code can be displayed as manufactured or translated to an alphanumeric format as defined by the user. For example: the ID tag can be displayed as "AVID*123*456*789" or displayed as "MATTHEW-2432". The ID code, in its original or translated format, can be displayed on the Power Tracker's 16 character LCD, downloaded via RS-232 to a computer, and stored in the reader's memory.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Application Notes

Power Tracker IV (Avid, Trovan)

The AVID Power Tracker IV is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker IV can read AVID, FECAVA and TROVAN coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD and can be downloaded via an RS-232 cable to a computer. Optional emulation software is available to provide an automatic interface between the reader and a computer. In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Power Tracker V (Avid, ISO FDX)

The AVID Power Tracker V is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read ID tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker V can read AVID, FECAVA and ISO FDX-B coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Power Tracker's 16 character LCD and can be downloaded via RS-232 to a computer. Optional emulation software is available to provide an automatic interface between the reader and a computer. In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Power Tracker VI (Universal FDX)

The AVID Power Tracker VI is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read ID tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker VI can read AVID, FECAVA, TROVAN and ISO FDX-B coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD and can be downloaded via RS-232 to a computer. Optional emulation software is available to provide an automatic interface between the reader and a computer.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Power Tracker VII (ISO FDX and HDX)

The AVID Power Tracker VII is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its Multi-Mode technology enables it to read ID tags from different manufacturers with different protocols. The Power Tracker VII can read and display ISO FDX-B and HDX ID tags conformant with ISO 11784 and 11785 standards. The ID code is displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD and can be downloaded via RS-232 to a computer. Optional emulation software is available to provide an automatic interface between the reader and a computer.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and a visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Power Tracker VIII (Avid, ISO FDX, Memory)

The AVID Power Tracker VIII is an identity tag reader with memory and translation capabilities. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker VIII is capable of reading, translating and storing up to 2000 AVID, FECAVA or ISO FDX-B coded ID tags. The ID code can be displayed as manufactured or translated to an alphanumeric format as defined by the user. For example: the ID tag can be displayed as "AVID*123*456*789" or displayed as "MATTHEW-2432". The ID code, in its original or translated format, can be displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD, downloaded via RS-232 to a computer, or stored in the reader’s memory. Additionally, the user may choose to display and output the ISO FDX-B code in several formats including hexadecimal.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Application Notes

Auto-Tuning Reader (ISO FDX and HDX)

The Avid Auto-Tuning Reader is a versatile ISO stationary reader that can adapt to your applications. This reader automatically tunes to a variety of antennas and surrounding environments. Set-up is simple: just plug in the antennas and switch on the power to start reading!

With auto-tuning, antennas can be customized to fit your installation sites. The standard antenna is a 25"x33" solid panel optimized for walk-by scanning of ISO bolus tags. Metallic-frame, plastic-frame, and flexible-loop antennas are build-to-order. Tell us about your projects, and we can design the best solution for you.

P1: Prototype Metallic Frame

(33"x73" frame)

P2: Prototype Flexible Wildlife Tracker

(126" loop)

A1: Walk-By Panel

(25"x33" panel)

Highlights
  • ISO FDX and HDX animal ID
  • Dual-antenna scanning
  • Auto-tune to different antenna configurations
  • Auto-tune to different environment variations
  • RS-232 serial port with USB and Bluetooth® options
  • Alligator power clips for wall-plug or batteries
Software

The Auto-Tuning Reader is compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10
The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe. See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Industrial Reader (Avid, Memory)

The Avid Industrial Reader is a durable stationary reader that features a pass-through antenna. The pass-through antenna is water-proof and available in 6, 12 or 24 inch diameters. The Avid Industrial Reader is configured to read and display any Avid or FECAVA coded radio frequency identification tags. An optional memory module can be added to store up to 2000 Avid or FECAVA codes with a date & time stamp. The reader is encased in a NEMA-rated enclosure and all cables and wires exit the enclosure through water resistant cable clamps. The reader can be powered with a 12V car or motorcycle battery or by a Class II wall plug-in transformer. This reader is excellent for research projects where the reader will be left on site to record pit tagged animals' movement.

Software

The Industrial Reader is compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

Application Notes

MiniTracker I (Discontinued)

The AVID Mini Tracker is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The AVID Mini Tracker is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The Mini Tracker is configured to read and display any AVID or FECAVA coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Mini Tracker's 16 character LCD or downloaded via an optional RS-232 to a computer.

In the operational mode, the Mini Tracker emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

MiniTracker Pro (Discontinued)

The AVID MiniTracker Pro is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The AVID MiniTracker Pro is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The MiniTracker Pro is configured to read and display any AVID, FECAVA and ISO (FDX-B) coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the MiniTracker Pro's 16 character LCD. In the operational mode, the MiniTracker Pro emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.