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Xpress platform contents, Hardware – ThingMagic Mercury xPRESS Platform v1.7 User Manual

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xPRESS Platform Contents

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Quick Start Guide

xPRESS Platform Contents

The xPRESS development platform is shipped as an open system allowing maximum
flexibility in changing hardware configuration and peripherals. This chapter explains how
to assemble the development platform and operate the RFID Sensor demo program over
the USB interface. Once successful, you may want to run this application over one of the
optional module interfaces and add GPS location sensing. If so, consult the

Using the

Optional Modules

section. Use caution when configuring the hardware.

Note

Always turn off the power and unplug the power cord before changing

hardware configuration and peripherals.

Hardware

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Processor Motherboard with one module (either M6e, Micro, or Micro-LTE)

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AC Power Adapter with international adapter plugs

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Two USB cables

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Antenna cable which converts MMCX to Reverse-TNC

The xPRESS Development Platform comes with an AC power adapter, two USB cables,
one antenna cable, and one of the UHF RFID modules shown in the picture. The red