Hardware Configuration on the Coral Traceability Solution (CTS) mobile app controls which RFID reader the app uses to scan tags. You can use the reader built into your device, or connect an external Bluetooth reader. You set this from the Preferences screen.
Open Hardware Configuration
To open Hardware Configuration, tap the menu icon (≡) in the top-left corner of the Home screen, tap Preferences, then tap Hardware Configuration.
To open Preferences from the menu, see How do I use the menu on the CTS mobile app?
Choose your RFID Reader Source
The RFID Reader Source setting controls where the app reads RFID tags from. It is either on or off:
RFID Reader Source | What the app uses |
On | The RFID reader built into your device. |
Off | An external Bluetooth reader. A new Bluetooth Reader option appears so you can connect one. |
Connect a Bluetooth reader
When you turn RFID Reader Source off, the app uses an external Bluetooth reader instead of the built-in one. To connect one:
Turn RFID Reader Source off. A new Bluetooth Reader option appears.
The first time you do this, a popup asks for permission for the app to access nearby devices. Tap Allow.
Once permission is granted, tap Bluetooth Reader to open the configuration screen.
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Bluetooth device.
Important: You must tap Allow when the app asks for access to nearby devices. Without this permission the app cannot find or connect to a Bluetooth reader.
Compatibility Note: Not all Bluetooth devices are compatible with the app. Use one of the following supported and tested devices:
CT-002 Stick LF Reader
CT-003 Handheld LF Reader
CT-006 Pocket LF Reader
For further information about these supported devices and sourcing them, you can contact Ramp RFID, an Australian based hardware stockist of these devices.