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Digitail™ PRODUCTS & ACCESSORIES

LinkTo RFID Reader Software

LinkTo RFID Reader Software

LinkTo is a specialized RFID reader software available for the Digitail animal identification tag.

Available to download from the Somark website, we chose this system because it is designed to integrate seamlessly with any existing laboratory information systems. The complete animal identification tagging system, Digitail and LinkTo combined, enables efficient animal tracking and data management.

The Digitail RFID Tagging system not only improves the welfare of the animal, but helps to deliver new levels of accuracy, consistency and data integrity within a pre-clinical research setting. From the Digitail Injector to the Safety Restraint and the range of RFID tag readers, every component of the system works together with the LinkTo application software seamlessly to ensure easy, efficient, and humane animal identification.

LinkTo Application – Automating data transfer using RFID reader software

the Digitail mouse RFID tag has been administered (SOP available within Resources), the LinkTo App ensures smooth data management by directing the unique ID associated with the Digitail tag to your designated storage location. With RFID reader software, you can:

  • Display the mouse RFID tag ID: Confirm that an animal has been successfully tagged.
  • Copy the ID: Easily paste the ID into one or more programs for further processing.
  • Transfer the ID: Efficiently load multiple IDs into a program, where each ID is automatically pasted into the cursor location within an open program.

Additionally, LinkTo supports advanced functionality, including transferring information over a named pipe—an option particularly useful for StudyLog users, where the system recognizes the incoming data as a mouse ID.

The system is built to deliver automated processes across the entire chain of custody. All you need is to tag your objects; plug in your readers and devices and connect to the internet.

The LinkTo software application allows automatic transfer of the animal ID to any of your systems. It’s innovative capability to connect to existing ELN and LIMS systems while working alongside the RFID tag readers enables fast set up and accurate ongoing reading of Digitail Tags. The RFID reader software ensures you can correctly collect and associate experimental or observational data with the right animal every time, removing risk of errors from your data.

Users of early model Somark readers (white box enclosure, serial #C-xxxxx, 2019-2023)

Users of current model Somark readers (black and aluminum enclosure, serial # D-xxxx, 2023.5 onward)

RFID animal tag reader options available at Somark include the benchtop and handheld readers
Compatibility

Integration with RFID tag readers

The LinkTo RFID reader software is compatible with a range of readers, including Handheld, wearable and benchtop readers – making reading tagged animals simple and straightforward.

LinkTo’s compatibility with multiple Somark RFID readers ensures that there is an option suitable for the needs of each laboratory. Whether that be technicians who need to move from room to room with the handheld reader, or those who need a handsfree option from the benchtop.  As long as Bluetooth connection is maintained with the lab system, the LinkTo software will work.

LinkTo RFID Reader Software enables RFID tags and readers to connect with any pre-existing laboratory LIMS or ELN systems.
Flexibility

Optimized reader performance

For enhanced reader performance and user experience, the LinkTo application allows the user to take control over the power settings. Adjusting and increasing the power can achieve the longest read distance (typically 30dB) or setting the power to lower levels (25 or 21dB) can minimize interference from non-Somark tags. Persistent interference can be resolved by blacklisting specific tags directly from the application.

The readers allow for the tag to be read through glass or plastic containers, and from a distance within 5cm of the reader. This flexibility makes it easy to scan animals in various lab setups without disturbing the subjects, whilst simultaneously solidifying a high throughput workflow.

Additionally, the readers can be positioned both vertically and horizontally, providing a better workflow and optimizing workspace efficiency.

LIMS integration of RFID tags
Efficiency

Streamlining data collection

The Digitail Tag system works as a solution that streamlines data collection. Not only are the UHF readers faster than other RFID technology on the market. LinkTo’s capabilities extend across multiple Somark reader models, ensuring versatility for your lab’s needs

To discover more about Digital here, or the other RFID readers and accessories available here.

Easy to use

Easy to use

No expert knowledge required, just point and scan.
Greater Productivity

Fast & accurate data

Removes error from data input. Data input is automated – making it fast and accurate.
Higher animal welfare

Fast identification

Quick and easy to identify specific rodents.
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Refinement benefits

No data attrition means you no longer need to increase your sample size to get your required data set.
No sharp risk

Workflow & Productivity

Improved workflow within the ecosystem leads to greater productivity.
Simplified tagging

Accurate & Auditable

Provides an accurate audit trail – automatically records the date, time and staff member collecting the data.

What next?

Schedule a free no-obligation demo with an expert technician and experience the full functionality from Somark.

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