

Newland FM3281 Grouper Outdoor Fixed Mount Barcode Scanner
IP67 fixed-mount scanner for outdoor kiosks, with barcode, OCR and optional NFC capability and several industrial interfaces.
- IP67 sealing for outdoor use
- NFC version available
- RS-232, USB, RS-485 and Wiegand
- 1280 x 1088 sensor
Newland FM3281 Grouper Outdoor Fixed Mount Barcode Scanner overview
The FM3281 Grouper is built for outdoor gates and kiosks. It is sealed to IP67, and offers a version with NFC on top of barcode and OCR capability.
The image sensor is listed as 1280 x 1088 CMOS; minimum resolution ≥3mil; host interfaces are RS-232, USB, RS-485, Wiegand. Other listed figures: dimensions 78.7 × 47.7 × 67.7 mm, ingress rating IP67, operating temperature -20°C to 60°C.
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Key features
- IP67 sealing for outdoor use
- NFC version available
- RS-232, USB, RS-485 and Wiegand
- 1280 x 1088 sensor
Technical specifications
| 1D | All major 1D symbologies |
|---|---|
| 2D | All major 2D symbologies |
| Depth of Field Code 128 (10mil) | 0 mm - 280 mm |
| Depth of Field Code 39 (20mil) | 15 mm - 310 mm |
| Depth of Field EAN 13 (13mil) | 0 mm - 290 mm |
| Depth of Field QR (20mil) | 0 mm - 270 mm |
| Field of View Horizontal | 58.2˚ |
| Field of View Vertical | 66˚ |
| Illumination | White LED (3000K) |
| Image Sensor | 1280 x 1088 CMOS |
| Minimal Print Contrast | 25% |
| OCR | Passport OCR, ID Cards, Travel Permit OCR |
| Resolution | ≥3mil |
| Scan Angle Pitch | ±60° |
| Scan Angle Roll | 360˚ |
| Scan Angle Skew | ±60° |
| Current @ 5VDC Operating | NFC version: 220 mA, Non NFC version: 172 mA |
|---|---|
| Current @ 5VDC Standby | NFC version: 175 mA, Non NFC version: 118 mA |
| Dimensions | 78.7(W) × 47.7(D) × 67.7(H) mm (max.) |
| Input Voltage | 5-24 VDC ±5% |
| Interfaces | RS-232, USB, RS-485, Wiegand |
| Notifications | Beep |
| NFC: Reading Distance | 0 mm - 30 mm |
|---|---|
| NFC: Supported Functions | Supports reading card number and card type, reading and writing sectors, file operations, key operations, contactless CPU card operation (ISO14443 Type A) and APDU. |
| Electro Static Discharge (ESD) | ±15 kV (air discharge), ±8 kV (direct discharge) |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F) |
| Configuration Tools | EasySet |
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| Accessories Optional | Multiplug adapter, RS-232 cable, USB cable, USB-C cable, RS-485-Wiegand cable |
|---|---|
| Accessories Standard | USB cable, RS-232 cable, RS-485 to Wiegand adapter |
| NLS-FM3281-NFC-20 | FM3281 Grouper, 2 meter USB extension cable |
|---|---|
| NLS-FM3281-NFC-28 | FM3281 Grouper, 2 meter RS-232 extension cable, Multiplug adapter |
Specifications are based on the manufacturer’s published information and may change. Please confirm critical requirements with our team before ordering.
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