Plugin mirror¶
Purpose¶
Mir:ror plugin allows to use Mir:ror by Violet device.
Mir:ror is a small passive RFID reader which is provided with RFID like litte rabbits (Nanoztag) or Stamps (zTamps). Each RFID element has an unique ID. The plugin will send an event with the ID when a RFID element is near Mir:ror or if you put it far from Mir:ror.
Known issues¶
Using Mir:ror device on (or near) a metallic ground shield may the RFID elements detection fail.
How to plug¶
Just plug USB on your computer. Mir:ror should light on.
Permissions management¶
The needed udev rule is given while installing the plugin.
Plugin configuration¶
Key | Default value | Description |
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device | /dev/mirror | This is the address of the Mir:ror device. |
You can now start the plugin (start button).
Creating a device for the Mir:ror¶
In administration, go to Organization > Devices page. Create a new device like this :
Field | Suggested value | Description |
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Name | Mir:ror | The name you want to give to your Mir:ror device |
Address | mirror | |
Description | a short description (Placement, usage, etc) | |
Reference | the device reference (model, etc) |
Creating a device for a RFID element¶
In administration, go to Organization > Devices page. Create a new device like this :
Field | Suggested value | Description |
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Name | Green nanoztag | The name you want to give to your RFID element |
Address | 000008d00218c10916a8a9000000 | The id of the RFID element. |
Description | a short description (Placement, usage, etc) | |
Reference | the device reference (model, etc) |
I had some problem and need to run “od -x < /dev/mirror” at least once to make my mirror working.