Speedway Readers®

Superior RAIN RFID Performance Made EasyImpinj Speedway readers are the #1 selling RAIN RFID readers in the world. Part of the Impinj platform, theSpeedway R420 and R220 readers are high-performance, enterprise-class fixed readers that engage RAIN RFID
tags to provide Item Intelligence—information about the identity, location, or authenticity of tagged items. TheImpinj platform offers the only integrated set of hardware, software, and application interfaces, and is the mostcomprehensive and widely deployed RAIN RFID platform available. The platform delivers superior performance,interoperability, and the best reliability and data integrity to businesses across a wide array of markets.

Leverage the Impinj platform and Speedway
readers for a broad range of applications.

SPEEDWAY READER

RAIN RFID TAGGED ITEMS

Flexible and Extensible Fixed Readers for RAIN RFID Solutions
The Speedway R420 and R220 readers deliver the performance, quality, and reliability necessary for
maximum visibility of tagged inventory and assets. Able to maintain high read rates regardless of RF noise orinterference as the readers adapt automatically for optimal functionality, Speedway readers are a powerfulpiece of item visibility platform solutions. Speedway readers are supported by a suite of software, hardware
and antennas that deliver application and deployment flexibility, making installation and expansion easierthan ever.
Speedway Reader Features and Benefits>> Available in 2 or 4 antenna port configurations, expandable to 32

R420

antennas with Speedway Antenna Hub to deliver lower total cost ofownership and greater application flexibility>> Exclusive, patented Autopilot capability simplifies deployment anddelivers more than 1,100 tag reads per second by automatically
optimizing settings for best, most reliable, and efficient performance:• Autoset: Continuously senses environmental RF noise andinterference levels, automatically selecting appropriate reader
configuration settings

R220• Low duty cycle: Reduces RF interference, power consumption, andenergy cost by only transmitting when tags are in field• Dynamic antenna switching: senses where tags are in the field andautomatically focuses more time on the antennas with the largest
tag populations in view>> The industry’s highest RF sensitivity (-84dBm) provides greater accuracy and longer read ranges>> Simple deployment via Power over Ethernet (PoE), with enterprise-class management and monitoring>> Field-proven, enterprise-class durability with high mean-time between failure

Software Tools
Our software is built to simplify deployment of Item Intelligence solutions. Impinj ItemSense software
aggregates and transforms torrents of raw RAIN RFID data from multiple readers into Item Intelligence
information that integrates with third-party applications. ItemSense is scalable, flexible, and extensible,
adapting to businesses as they grow to connect more items, more readers, and more locations. It facilitates abroad range of solutions for retailers, manufacturers, and healthcare providers.
Other software includes:>> Speedway Connect is an on-reader application that enables you to easily set configurations for a single

reader and quickly access RAIN RFID data through a simple web-based interface.
>> Advanced users can quickly build on-reader applications with the Speedway Embedded Took Kit(ETK) or develop hosted applications that access the LLRP toolkit (LTK) through the Octane SoftwareDevelopment Kit (SDK).
>> For high-throughput encoding operations, ItemEncode software boosts the speed and data quality ofRAIN RFID encoding machines while lowering labor and operating costs.

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Hardware Accessories
Impinj’s Speedway Antenna Hub provides a low-cost opportunity to create a large, contiguous RAIN RFID
read zone with many antennas connected to a single reader. The Speedway Antenna Hub supports up to 32
antennas connected to a single Speedway Revolution R420 reader for a robust solution to today’s popular
item monitoring and other antenna-intensive RFID applications, which deliver enhanced business intelligenceand customer experience. The Speedway Antenna Hub makes RFID monitoring applications, including smart
shelves, interactive marketing displays, and document or item tracking, cost-effective and easy to deploy. Our
GPIO box provides convenient access to Speedway readers’ General Purpose Input/Output ports giving you
the ability to add sensors and triggers to your application.

Antennas Optimized for Item-Level Tracking Solutions
ProductApplication

Dimensions

Range

Brickyard Antenna

The Brickyard reader antenna works
well for tagged items on a varietyof package types, making it an ideal
choice for point-of-sale applications.

29.5 cm x 6 cm

Short (30–45 cm)

Guardwall Antenna

The Guardwall reader antenna
provides a tightly controlled readzone and intense RF field, criticalto penetrating deep into packed
cases travelling on conveyors orpacking lines.

70 x 40 x 10 cm

Long (3 m) alone, shorter (variable)
when used in a pair

MatchBox Antenna

With its diminutive size, theMatchBox reader antenna is ideallysuited for embedded applications
that require unobtrusive RAIN RFID
capability with short-range, welldefined read zones.

7.3 x 3.3 x 1.1 cm

Very short (3.5 cm)

Mini-Guardrail Antenna

The Mini-Guardrail reader antenna,
specifically designed for demanding
item-level performance, operates
very effectively at 7.5 cm or less,with high reliability and a constrained
read zone.

13 x 7 x 2cm

Very short (7 cm)

The Threshold antenna provides
a consistent and continuous readzone when linearly distributed
head-to-tail, with a planar form
factor that fits readily into
doorways for traffic monitoring.

46 x 9 x 2 cm

Long (4 x 3 m)

Threshold Antenna

3Product Details

Speedway R420

Speedway R220

Air Interface Protocol

GS1/EPCglobal UHF Gen2 (ISO 18000-6C) or RAIN RFID

Antenna Ports

4 expandable to 32 antennas with Speedway Antenna Hub
optimized for Impinj reader antennas (RP TNC connector)

2 monostatic antenna ports optimized for Impinj reader
antennas (RP TNC connector)

Performance

Optimized for high volume, high concentration scenarios;
supports high throughput modes including Max Throughput FM0, Hybrid (m=2), and Max Miller (m=4)

Covers a smaller, more specific area to save on
deployment costsSupported Regions orGeographies

FCC (TWYIPJREV), Canada (6324A-IPJREV), Australia, Brazil (Anatel), China (CMIT 2010DJ4065), EU (CE Mark, ETSI EN
408 208 v1.4.1), Hong Kong, India, Japan (920MHz band), Korea (UQC-R420), Malaysia, New Zealand (Z233), Singapore,
South Africa (ICASA), Taiwan (CCAF10LP1290T5), Thailand, Uruguay, UAE, Vietnam

Transmit Power• +10.0 to +31.5 dBm (PoE) (EU1 limited to +30 dBm)
• +10.0 to +32.5 dBm (Listed/Certified power supply) (EU1 limited to +31.5 dBm, JP2 limited to 30 dBm)

Max Receive Sensitivity-84 dBm

Min Return Loss

10 dB

Application Interfaces• Low Level Reader Protocol (LLRP): C, C++, Java, and C# libraries• OctaneSDK: Java or C#• On-reader Applications via Octane ETK: C, C++

Network Connectivity• 10/100BASE-T auto-negotiate (full/half) with auto-sensing MDI/MDX for auto-crossover (RJ-45)• 802.1x with PEAP/TLS and MD5 support• WPA for Wifi and Ethernet• 3rd party Wifi adapters supported via USB interface. Contact Impinj for list.
• Speedway Connect (not included in Speedway purchase): HID (keyboard) emulation,

IP Address Configuration

DHCP, Static, or Link Local Addressing (LLA) with Multicast DNS (mDNS)Time Synchronization

Network Time Protocol (NTP)

Management Interfaces• Impinj Web Management UI• Impinj RShell Management Console using serial manage-TCP Socket, Serial/RS-232, HTTP POST

ment console port, telnet, or SSH• FTP• EPCglobal Reader Management v1.0.1• Syslog• SNMP
Reliable Firmware Upgrade• Dual image partitions enable smooth transition
to new firmware while the reader is still operating• Scalable upgrade mechanism enables simultaneousscheduled upgrades of multiple readers• USB Flash Drive• Impinj Web Management UI• SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) supportManagement Console

RS-232 using a standard Cisco-style management cable (DB-9 to RJ-45)

USB• USB Device (Type B) and Host (Type A) ports• USB Virtual COM Serial Port and USB drive support for embedded applications

GPIO

4 inputs, optically isolated 3-30V; 4 outputs, optically isolated, 0-30V, non-isolated 5V, 100mA supply (DB-15)

Power Sources• Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af• Listed/Certified power supply, marked LPS or Class 2, with 24Vdc output, rated minimum 2.5A

Power Consumption			Idle
PoE at +30 dBm		
3W
Power Supply at +30 dBm
3W
Power Supply at +32.5 dBm* 3W

Environmental Sealing

IEC IP52

Shock and Vibration

Mil-Std-810G Certified

Electrical Safety

UL Listed (US and Canada), EN 60950-1:2006 / A11:2009 / A1:2010 / A12:2011

Operating Temperature-20 ºC to +50 ºC

Humidity

5% to 95%, non-condensing

Dimensions & Weight

7.5 in H x 6.9 in W x 1.2 in D (19 x 17.5 x 3 cm); 1.5 lbs (24.5 oz)

RoHSCompliant to European Union directive 2011/65/EU

Warranty and Maintenance Options• 1 year limited warranty with purchase, option to extend• 3 year Enhanced Maintenance upgrade available

Typical
11.5W
13.5W
15W

LDC
6W
6W
6W *Maximum is 31.5 dBm for EU1 readers and 30dBm JP2 readers

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