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.
While iPhones/iPads can connect to Bluetooth devices, Apple places strict restrictions on non-standard Bluetooth peripherals (like RFID readers). These devices often require MFi (Made for iPhone) certification to function, which limits compatibility.
In contrast, Android devices are far more flexible with Bluetooth connections—making them the preferred platform for using RFID Tag Readers in Stockyard Mobile.
🛠️ Getting Started with Bluetooth RFID Readers
🔗 Step 1: Pair Your RFID Reader with Your Phone
Before using Stockyard Mobile, you must first pair your RFID wand or reader with your phone via Bluetooth:
Go to your Android Settings
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
📲 Step 2: Set Up in Stockyard Mobile
Open the Stockyard Mobile app
Tap the Menu Bar (≡), then go to Settings
Scroll down to the Devices section
Tick “Use Bluetooth RFID Reader”
Configure the options below based on your setup:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| RFID Reader | - For handheld wand scanning, add your Bluetooth wand here. - 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. |
✔️ Final Check
Once the Test RFID Reader confirms that tags are scanning correctly:
- Go back to the Main Menu
- Tap Scanning or In Draft Scanning button
- The Bluetooth Wand/Draft Reader will connect and you can start scanning tags.
🛑 Troubleshooting
If you see an error like:
"This sale does not use scanning"
Please contact Outcross Systems for support. We're here to help!
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