RFID ME: Mini ME UHF RFID Reader for Android Powered Devices

MINI ME instantly converts compatible Android smartphones and tablets into an EPC Class 1 Gen2 UHF RFID reader. MINI ME is convenient to use where mobile UHF RFID reading of EPC Gen2 tags at close range is acceptable. MINI ME allows users to read and write EPC Class 1 Gen2 compliant tags at close range (read ranges up to 25 cm, may be less depending on actual tag and environment). MINI ME attaches to a micro USB connector port of compatible Android O/S 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich v4.0.2 or higher) devices that support USB OTG host mode. MINI ME comes with MTI low level command set API that can be used with Android SDK by developers to create custom UHF RFID software apps. MTI RFID ME GUI is an Android app demo program that can be downloaded for free from Google Play or github. MINI ME is 38mm (L) x 33mm (W) x 15 mm (H) and has adjustable transmit output level control. FAQ Q1: What's the host system requirements for successful operation with MINI ME (RU-827)? A1: MINI ME (RU-827) works on Smartphones with Android O/S 4.0.2 or higher (Ice Cream Sandwich) or with Android Tablets O/S 3.2 or higher that supports the following USB OTG modes: o USB OTG Host Mode and supports HID protocol (some Smartphones manufacturers claim their product supports Android 4.0 O/S but in many cases they actually do not support OTG Host Mode with HID protocol - please verify your target host does this) o Micro USB Type B Connector o Host supports High Power Mode (bMaxPower > 500 mA) Q2: Can you provide us with a list of known compatible Android devices for MINI ME (RU-827)? A2: We have verified that MINI ME (RU-827) works successfully on Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Acer Iconia 200/500/700 family Tablets; and Samsung Galaxy Nexus (not Samsung Galaxy S) smartphones. Please visit Microelectronics Technology Inc. (MTI) website for more information or Google *RFID ME* and request software documentation and support.