Setting Up the RFID Reader

This guide walks you through setting up the handheld RFID and barcode reader step by step.

The device is designed for location-based inventories in Trail and also supports reading 1D and 2D barcodes.

If you're interested in purchasing a reader or need help getting started, the Trail team is happy to help. Contact us at sales@trail.fi

Assembling the Reader

The reader package includes the following parts: an AsLock mount for the iOS device, an AsReader case (model-specific), and the AsReader reader. You'll also need a compatible iPhone and a compatible charger.

1. Placing the iPhone in the case

  1. Place the iPhone in the AsLock mount.
  2. Then insert the iPhone into the soft (rubber) case.
  3. Finally, attach the assembly to the hard (plastic) case.
  4. Check that:
    • All parts fit tightly in place
    • The phone's buttons work normally

2. Attaching the case to the reader

  1. Hold the reader so that the mounting rail is visible.
  2. Place the case on the reader at a slight angle relative to the reader.
  3. Turn the case to the right until it locks into place.
  4. Make sure the case is firmly attached and doesn't move.

Getting Started with the Reader

1. Charging the device

  1. Connect the charging cable to the USB-C port on the back of the reader.
  2. When the iPhone is attached to the reader, the phone charges at the same time.
  3. Allow enough time for charging.

2. Setting up the iPhone

  1. If the iPhone is new, set it up according to the device's own instructions.
  2. Make sure you have a working internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data).

3. Installing the Trail app

  1. Open the App Store on the iPhone.
  2. Search for the app: Trail Asset Management.
  3. Download and install the app.
  4. Log in with your own credentials.

4. Testing the reader

  1. Open the Trail app.
  2. Turn on the reader by holding down the Power button until the green light stays on steadily. A notification will appear in the Trail app confirming that the reader is connected.
  3. Test the reader by scanning an RFID tag or a barcode.
  4. Press the reader's trigger near an RFID tag and make sure the scan is registered in the app.

Adjusting RFID Settings

  1. Open the Trail app.
  2. Open the menu (top left corner) and go to Settings.
  3. Adjust the settings as needed:
    • Buzzer (reader sound) – the volume while scanning. Options: High, Low, Off
    • Vibrator – whether the device vibrates while scanning. Options: On, Off
    • Reading distance – how far away tags can be read.
      • Default: 10 m – suitable for warehouses, for example
      • 5 m or 2 m – suitable for offices, for example

⭐ Tips

  • Don't force parts into place or pull them apart forcefully – handle them with care.
  • Keep the connector and contact surfaces clean to ensure reliable operation.
  • If the reader doesn't respond:
    • Detach and reattach the case
    • Check that both the reader and the Trail app are on
    • Make sure the battery is charged
  • You can adjust the reader's reading distance in the Trail mobile app's settings.