Allflex AWR250 EID Tag Stick Reader User Guide
- May 15, 2024
- Allflex
Table of Contents
Allflex AWR250 EID Tag Stick Reader
Specifications
- Product: AWR250 Reader
- Features: High-quality, economical, powerful
- Reading Performance: Outstanding
- Battery Life: Long-lasting
- Design: Robust
- Data Collection: Unique features
- Connectivity: Extended options
Product Usage Instructions
Battery Charge
The device should be fully charged before the first use:
- Use the provided magnetic-USB power source to charge.
- Connecting the USB cable: The magnetized connectors find the proper orientation almost automatically by attracting each other in the appropriate order.
- DO NOT FORCE a connection to the reader. If it does not insert smoothly, verify that it is correctly oriented.
- Charging is complete if no bars are flashing anymore.
- To disconnect, pull the connector away from the device.
- When charged, the battery info will show the percentage of the battery as well as a rough estimation of operating time.
Initial Configuration
Set Language:
- The default display language will be English at first start-up. Change the language by accessing Menu >> Setup >> Display >> Set Language.
- Select your language preference by navigating through the options and pressing ENTER.
- Note: It is possible to upload up to 29 custom languages. Contact your local distributor for further details.
Set Read Mode:
- By default, the reader is set to ‘Single Read’. Choose ‘Continuous mode’ for batch reading.
- Note: The ‘Auto’ setting starts a Single Read on a short press of the ENTER key and Continuous Read mode with a long press (> one second).
Device Properties
- Multi-Color Status LED: Indicates read status of the tag and charging status when the display is off.
- Blue Status LED: Indicates connection status when the display is off.
- Easily Controlled Ergonomic Keypad: Directional pad with an ENTER key and two soft keys for multiple functions.
- Large 2.4” Color Display.
- Magnetic USB Connector.
- Battery Status Indicator: Shows battery level, faults, and Bluetooth connection status.
- USB Connection: Indicates when connected via USB.
FAQ
Q: How do I connect my AWR250 Reader to the Allflex Connect app via
Bluetooth?
A: To connect your reader to the Allflex Connect app, ensure Bluetooth is
enabled on your mobile device, open the app, and follow the on-screen
instructions to pair your reader with the app.
Q: Can I customize the data collection features on the AWR250 Reader?
A: Yes, with Allflex Connect, you can create and edit customized animal
cards and lists to suit your specific needs.
Q: What is the expected battery life of the AWR250 Reader?
A: The AWR250 Reader has an expected battery life of 12 hours in Read
mode.
Quick Start Up Guide
The Allflex AWR250 Stick Reader is a high-quality,economical, yet powerful
solution for quickly and reliably reading large numbers of animals’ EID tags
and managing animal events. It provides outstanding reading performance, long-
lasting batteries, robust design, unique data collection features, and
extended connectivity options.
What is in the Box
CONNECT
Introducing Allflex Connect – a universal mobile APP to connect your EID readers with an on-farm management platform,external identification systems, and the Allflex cloud.
With Allflex Connect, you can create and edit customized animal cards and lists, share records with your herd management system,upload data to the cloud for actionable insights, connect your reader to your mobile via Bluetooth, and keep your readers up to date with regular firmware updates.
Downloading the App and pairing it with your reader before first use is
recommended.
To download, please visit Google Play or the Apple Store.
Getting Started
Battery Charge
The device should be fully charged before the first use
To charge, use the provided Magnetic-USB power source
Connecting the USB cable: The magnetized connectors “find” the proper
orientation almost automatically by attracting each other in the appropriate
order
Note: DO NOT FORCE a connection to the reader. If it does not insert smoothly, verify that it is correctly oriented.
Charging is complete if no bars are flashing anymore
To disconnect, pull the connector away from the device
When charged, the battery info will show the percentage of the battery as well
as a rough estimation of operating time
Initial Configuration
Set Language:
The default display language will be English at first start-up. You can change
the language by accessing
Menu>>Setup>>Display>>Set Language. Navigating the options, you can then
select your language preference by pressing ENTER.
Note: It is possible to upload up to 29 custom languages. Contact your local distributor for further details.
Set Read mode:
By default, the reader is set to ‘Single Read’- one scan click per animal.
Choosing the ‘Continuous mode’ enables batch reading.
Note: The ‘Auto’ setting starts a Single Read on a short press of the ENTER key and Continuous Read mode with a long press (> one second).
Device Properties
Multi-Color Status Led
At the top of the reader, an indication of the read status of the tag
Multi-Color Status Led The color changes according to the charging status when the display is switched off
Flashing – Charging
Solid- Fully Charged
Blue Status Led Used to indicate the connection status when the display is switched off
Flashing every 3 seconds –
SD Card Mode
Flashing once a second –
Suspend Mode (CDC)
Display
Keypad
For navigation, scrolling, and character selection in input fields Display
NOTE: Press the down button key for >2 seconds to switch off the device
Quick Reading Steps
“While a reader is actively scanning for an EID tag, it creates an electromagnetic field. This is what determines a range and best orientation of a tag for a successful reading”
Reading EID Tags:
- Press to Read
- Scan the EID tag near the field lines of the reader
- The device’s RGB LED signal will turn on, as well as the signalization motors (sound and vibration)
- The tag will be shown on the display screen when successfully read
- A ‘No Tag’ message will appear on the screen if the reading fails
Assigning Tags:
- At the home display, press the button
- Insert Group Name using the direction keys to navigate the letters, numbers, or symbols
- When finished, press to exit the keyboard, and confirm the name by pressing .
- To assign tags to the group created, enter the group and start reading.
NOTE: After 10.000 records within one group, the device will force the
user to create a new group
For more information visit
www.allflex.global/allflex-awr250-stick-reader/
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease in animals. For the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of disease in animals, you should consult your veterinarian. The accuracy of the data collected and presented through this product is not intended to match that of medical devices or scientific measurement devices.
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