RFID Reader, CAEN RFID, The CAEN RFID Tile Compact UHF RFID Desktop Reader is a compact desktop RFID reader with an integrated circularly polarized antenna for short to medium range applications. The reader is powered and controlled directly by an USB cable, allowing the reader to read RAIN RFID tags in easy desktop environments. Thanks to its compact size, the CAEN RFID Tile reader is the perfect choice for various applications such as point-of-sale, document tracking, tag programming stations, access control and more. It can also be used as a building block for smart shelves and smart displays. The CAEN RFID Tile reader supports the HID profile (native keyboard emulation) allowing the reader to interact directly with legacy applications, office automation software, or any other generic solution requiring manual input. The core components of the Tile reader are the CAEN RFID QuarkUp module, a top performing ultra-compact UHF RFID module, and the Quad, a compact circular polarized antenna designed by CAEN RFID.