Request for Assistance with M7e Hecto RFID Reader - Pin Setup and Working Code

GPS/GNSS Development Boards
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Dear Community,

I have purchased both the M7e Hecto reader from SparkFun. Unfortunately, neither of these readers is working as expected. Despite following the examples provided, I have not been able to get either reader to function properly.

I am requesting assistance in providing the correct pin setup and a working code that will allow me to communicate with and successfully read data from these RFID readers. I have tried all available examples, but none of them have worked so far.

Could anyone from the community help with the following:

The accurate pin configuration for both the M7e Hecto when using a SparkFun RedBoard.
A working example code that will allow me to verify communication and get the RFID readers functioning.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated, as I am eager to get these devices up and running.

Thank you in advance for your support.

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What is your power supply?

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I tried providing 5V from the red board and also tried providing power through USB as well.

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Not sure what you tried or what failed so far, but lets start with example1. Connect :

M7E   Redboard
TX      2
RX      3
GND    GND
VCC     5V

The onboard switch must be set to SER (serial)

Use the example as defined. no change.

I sssume you did not connect or changed the board for an external antenna.

Start the sketch.You should not get an error message to check the wiring.

Press a key to start scanning.

Move the RIFD tag right on-top-off the onboard antenna. The on-board antenna is only for limited reach.

please share what happens …

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