Key facts
- Brand
- Elatec
- Model
- TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF
- Documents
- 5
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-10-19
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ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF User Manual
This user manual provides instructions for safely operating the ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF RFID reader module. It covers technical specifications, safety precautions, and operational modes including power-up, enumeration, initialization, and transponder detection. The module supports both LF (125 kHz) and HF (13.56 MHz) frequencies and can read over 60 RFID technologies. It is designed for integration into host devices and includes USB and RS-232 interfaces.
The manual also includes compliance statements for various regions, handling and disposal instructions, and warnings about improper use or unauthorized modifications. Safety guidelines cover transport, installation, handling, and maintenance, emphasizing that only qualified personnel should perform repairs or modifications.
ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF specifications
| Frequency | 125 KHZ (LF) / 13.56 MHZ (HF) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Approx. 76 x 49 x 9 mm / 3.0 x 1.9 x 0.4 inch |
| Power | USB: 4.3 V - 5.5 V |
| Current Consumption | RF field on: 120 mA typically / Sleep: 500 µA typ. |
| Temperature Range | Operating: -25 °C up to +80 °C (-13 °F up to +176 °F) |
| Read/Write Distance | Up to 100 mm / 4 inch |
| Weight | Approx. 10 g / 0.35 oz (without cable) |
All ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What frequencies does the TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF support?
It supports 125 KHz (LF) and 13.56 MHz (HF) frequencies.
What is the operating temperature range?
It operates from -25 °C to +80 °C (-13 °F to +176 °F).
What is the RF exposure compliance separation distance for this module?
The module antenna(s) must be installed to meet the RF exposure compliance separation distance of 0 cm.
What are the dimensions of the HF antenna?
The HF antenna is 42 x 44 mm / 1.65 x 1.73 inch.
What Android version is required for the TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF?
The product is supported by mobile phones with Android version 4.3 or greater.
From: ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF RFID Reader Module User Manual
What happens when a transponder is detected?
The module sends the ID to the host, sounds a beep, turns off the green LED, blinks the red LED for two seconds, and then turns the green LED back on.
From: ELATEC TWN4 MultiTech 2 M LF HF RFID Reader Module User Manual
