The Alien Reader Protocol features Autonomous Mode, a programmable state machine that enables the reader to operate independently based on external I/O triggers, timing or software inputs. This flexible system leads to best-in-class read rates by enabling users to precisely control the parameters for timing, protocols, antenna usage and other critical variables without network latency. The ALR9900+ is backward compatible and interchangeable with previous Alien readers such as the previous generation ALR-9900, the ALR-9800 and ALR-9780, ensuring easy transition.