Setting Up Bluetooth RFID Scanning
Overview:
Stockyard Mobile lets you connect Bluetooth RFID Tag Readers to scan tags directly into Lots during your pre-sale process. This enables faster, more accurate data entry.
Important Note: iOS Compatibility
Stockyard Mobile for iOS is only compatible with the following RFID readers;
- Shearwell Stick Reader - SDL440S
- Allflex APR250
While iPhones/iPads can connect to Bluetooth devices, Apple places strict restrictions on non-standard Bluetooth peripherals (like RFID readers).
In contrast, Android devices are far more flexible with Bluetooth connections—making them the preferred platform for using RFID Tag Readers in Stockyard Mobile.
Follow the steps below to configure your Bluetooth devices. Once set up correctly, the Scanning and In Draft Scanning buttons will be enabled on the Stockyard Mobile Main Menu, allowing you to start scanning tags into lots.
Getting Started with Bluetooth RFID Readers
Before using Stockyard Mobile, you must first pair your RFID wand or reader with your phone via Bluetooth
Step 1: Pair Your RFID Reader with Your Phone
Android
Go to your Android Settings
Tap Connections
Tap Bluetooth
Turn Bluetooth ON (if it's off)
Place your RFID wand in pairing mode (refer to the wand manual if needed)
Select the wand from the list of available devices and pair it
They should now appear under 'Paired Devices' once the Bluetooth device is connected and paired
Once your device is paired, you can proceed with Stockyard Mobile setup.
iPhone / iOS
Pairing on the iPhone does not need to be done in iOS Settings. All pairing must be performed in Stockyard Mobile - The device will appear in the list once it is in BLE Mode.
Step 2: Set Up in Stockyard Mobile
Open the Stockyard Mobile app
Tap the Menu Bar (≡)
Tap on Settings (scroll down)
Scroll down to the Devices section
Tick “Use Bluetooth RFID Reader”
- Select the Option (in the red box shown above) - refer to the guide below on which option to use
- Use the Test RFID Reader once you have connected the Bluetooth device
Setting reader up for an iOS(Apple) phone or tablet (two compatible readers)
- Shearwell Stick Reader - SDL440S - Will work normally. No additional steps required.
- Allflex - APR250
- For iOS Device must be set to BLE Mode.
- Menu\Setup\Interface Setup\Bluetooth\
- Set Bluetooth Mode: Slave
- Set Bluetooth Profile: BLE (Note for Android the Bluetooth Profile must be set to SPP)
Understanding the Device Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| RFID Reader | For handheld wand scanning, add your Bluetooth wand here. OR For draft systems (e.g. Aleis NX-M), add your Draft Reader here. |
| In Draft Wand RFID Reader | If your draft system has a separate wand (connected via Bluetooth), link it here. |
| Test RFID Reader | Use this to verify that your RFID devices are connected properly and scanning tags successfully. It's a great troubleshooting tool to ensure the Draft Reader is receiving tags correctly. |
The phone/tablet will only connect to the wand/draft reader once you enter the screens that start scanning, such as Scanning / In Draft Scanning / Test RFID Reader. The bluetooth device will be disconnected on other screens.
🛑 Troubleshooting
If you see an error when clicking on Scanning / In Draft Scanning:
"This sale does not use scanning"
Please contact Outcross Systems for support. We're here to help!
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