Products - Veterinarian

MiniTracker 4 (Universal FDX, Bluetooth®, USB, Memory)

The MiniTracker 4 is the newest universal animal RFID reader from Avid. Featuring the best-in-class read ranges in a compact chemical resistant enclosure, the MiniTracker 4 reads all companion animal microchips with ease and has a size that fits your pocket.

MiniTracker 4 Features
Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

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Software / Web Services

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FriendChip (Avid, ISO FDX)

The Avid FriendChip provides permanent, unique identification for companion animals, livestock and wildlife. The 9-digit encrypted Avid ID encoding enforces unique microchip code and deters identity fraud. The Avid FriendChip is not affected by X-rays or MRI and will outlast the life expectancy of most pets. The Avid FriendChip is preferred by clinicians around the world.
Microchip Comparison
  Avid FECAVA ISO FDX-B
Resonant Frequency 125 kHz 125 kHz 134.2 kHz
Technology FDX-A FDX-A FDX-B
Unique ID Yes No No
Encrypted Yes No No
# Characters 9 10 15
Code Format Alphanumeric Hex Numeric

FriendChip Mini (Avid, ISO FDX)

The Avid FriendChip Mini provides permanent, unique identification for cats, birds and other small breed animals plus wildlife. The 9-digit Avid encoding is encrypted to prevent duplication or cloning. The Avid FriendChip Mini has all the features of our regular in a smaller 10mm size.
Microchip Comparison
  Avid FriendChip Mini ISO FDX-B FriendChip Mini
Resonant Frequency 125 kHz 134.2 kHz
Technology FDX-A FDX-B
Unique ID Yes No
Encrypted Yes No
# Characters 9 15
Code Format Alphanumeric Numeric

DNA Identification System (Avid, ISO FDX)

The Avid DNA Identification System features a single use disposable needle assembly for rapid, error free animal identification. The disposable needle assembly fits securely on the injector pistol and comes preloaded with a sterile 12.5mm microchip. The Avid DNA Identification System is designed to be used with the injector pistol (AVID3003 - sold seperately); the injector pistol provides a quick, sterile injection of the microchip transponder. The Avid DNA Identification System is ideal for environments where microchip implant protocols require minimal handling while assuring sterility of the microchip transponder.

MiniTracker 3 (Universal FDX, Bluetooth®)

The Avid MiniTracker 3 is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The Avid MiniTracker 3 is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The MiniTracker 3 is configured to read and display any AVID, FECAVA, TROVAN and ISO (FDX-B) coded radio frequency identification tags.

The ID code is displayed on the Mini Tracker 3's 16 character LCD.

In the operational mode, the MiniTracker 3 emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Application Notes

Documentation

Power Tracker VI (Universal FDX)

The AVID Power Tracker VI is a portable, water-resistant, hand-held identity tag reader. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read ID tags from different manufacturers. The Power Tracker VI can read AVID, FECAVA, TROVAN and ISO FDX-B coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Power Tracker’s 16 character LCD and can be downloaded via RS-232 to a computer. Optional emulation software is available to provide an automatic interface between the reader and a computer.

In the operational mode, the Power Tracker emits two beep tones and visual LED flashes to signal that an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

Software

Avid Power Trackers are compatible with any software that supports serial port communications. Please consult our customer service representatives at 1-800-336-2843 Option 3 for Avid's premium software solutions.

Avid Reader Wedge for Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, and 10

The Avid Reader Wedge automatically transfers reading results to Windows® as keyboard entries. To install the Reader Wedge, extract the package and run setup.exe.
See the Avid Reader Wedge User Guide for details.

MiniTracker I (Discontinued)

The AVID Mini Tracker is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The AVID Mini Tracker is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The Mini Tracker is configured to read and display any AVID or FECAVA coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the Mini Tracker's 16 character LCD or downloaded via an optional RS-232 to a computer.

In the operational mode, the Mini Tracker emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.

MiniTracker Pro (Discontinued)

The AVID MiniTracker Pro is engineered for convenience and performance, providing the user with the ideal solution when portability and cost are important. The AVID MiniTracker Pro is small enough to carry in your pocket. Its patented Multi-Mode technology enables it to read id tags from different manufacturers. The MiniTracker Pro is configured to read and display any AVID, FECAVA and ISO (FDX-B) coded radio frequency identification tags. The ID code is displayed on the MiniTracker Pro's 16 character LCD. In the operational mode, the MiniTracker Pro emits two beep tones to signal an identification tag has been read. When not in use, four beep tones sound every three minutes to warn the user that the unit is still on.

Read Distance varies depending upon orientation and size of ID Tag.