Originally Posted by Maker (Post 2347895)

Start by reading all the comments in just this thread.
Then look at other threads.
Then talk with friends at social events.
Ignore all that and post another gif.

Originally Posted by JMintzer (Post 2347955)

Since many of the "duplicated cards", which are commonly used by people not living in TV, are old cards, that were never returned, that is most likely what he was speaking about...

They want to disable those cards, thus disabling their clones, as well...

AFA his cloned cards that are clones of active residents still living in TV no longer working, he's mistaken...

Originally Posted by Shipping up to Boston (Post 2347959)

“I did, in fact read all of the comments in this thread. Even the stupid ones...”


As do we, Doc.....as do we! :1rotfl:


*Sheldon

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2347993)

I'd be interested to know how deactivated cards are a problem when there's a red button.

The Manager(s) clearly hoped the upgrade would block copied cards. That notion was even in the statement of work.

"In addition, those who have paid vendors to install a version of the cards on mirrors or windows of their golf carts and automobiles may find themselves in the same non-functioning boat."


From the SOW, the primary objective for the supplier was to maintain, upgrade hardware/software and extend the life of the existing system.

I have no illusion the gates and cards will ever be eliminated. It's part of the charm if the Villages.

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2347993)

The Manager(s) clearly hoped the upgrade would block copied cards. That notion was even in the statement of work.

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2347993)

IFrom the SOW, the primary objective for the supplier was to maintain, upgrade hardware/software and extend the life of the existing system.

I have no illusion the gates and cards will ever be eliminated. It's part of the charm if the Villages.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2347192)

When and where can I buy the "long range" cards that they said would be part of the new system?

Originally Posted by RobbyHarris (Post 2348159)

. Never gonna happen (at least in my lifetime). Depends on what you call "long range". Wishful thinking. "long Range" is a function of the physical card reader and the reading system. HID (current system) is specifically rated only for short range (spec'd at UP TO 24 INCHES but in reality a bit further. Software alone won't do it. They have to change EVERY READER and ALL CARDS to new system that isn't from the last century. .

HID SPECS

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2348199)

The District mentioned offering a long range, active RFID tag to residents at additional cost.

No idea if that is real or wishful thinking.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2348205)

Yes, and that was the only thing that interested me about the entire discussion.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2348205)

Yes, and that was the only thing that interested me about the entire discussion.

Originally Posted by TheVillageBlacksmith (Post 2348373)

This is what the long range (active tag) looks like in action. I have been using it since Aug 2022

Active Tag in The Villages

Originally Posted by TheVillageBlacksmith (Post 2348373)

This is what the long range (active tag) looks like in action. I have been using it since Aug 2022

Active Tag in The Villages

Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2348377)

Is that the long range tag which will be used with the long range readers that have not yet been installed? Or, is it some sort of tag amplification system that works with the existing readers?

Do you have a manufacturer and model for that tag or a link for more information!

Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2348377)

Is that the long range tag which will be used with the long range readers that have not yet been installed? Or, is it some sort of tag amplification system that works with the existing readers?

Do you have a manufacturer and model for that tag or a link for more information!

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2348391)

Maybe there is an update but I didn't see any budget for long range readers in the SOW?

Originally Posted by twoplanekid (Post 2348409)

I don't believe this is the one the District might sell. I talked to Ellie about this device several years ago to decide on mirror chips for my situation. However, this long range device he is selling does work well and is another good option. He sells both devices and is in agreement with me that they make gate entry easier and safer.

Ellie The Village Blacksmith 352-530-5984 from post #34

Originally Posted by twoplanekid (Post 2348409)

I don't believe this is the one the District might sell. I talked to Ellie about this device several years ago to decide on mirror chips for my situation. However, this long range device he is selling does work well and is another good option. He sells both devices and is in agreement with me that they make gate entry easier and safer.

Ellie The Village Blacksmith 352-530-5984 from post #34

Originally Posted by Dusty_Star (Post 2348418)

Did you get the long-range chips? If not, why not? Thanks!!!

Originally Posted by Bill14564 (Post 2348411)

It wouldn't be in the SOW. This work simply brings the hardware up to date to run the updated software. A consequence of the updated software is the ability to install additional readers. A subsequent contract will be necessary to purchase and add the long range readers. At that point, the long range devices will be available for purchase.

Originally Posted by twoplanekid (Post 2348420)

I personally clone the cards for friends and neighbors to give them out as I like using them. The longer range card costs more and is not required for most car applications. If you are interested, please give Ellie a call as he has been selling and installing them for a long time.

Originally Posted by Altavia (Post 2347366)

Example:

YARONGTECH 125khz rewritable... Amazon.com

https://a.co/d/0cEKyerx

Originally Posted by Fastskiguy (Post 2350784)

Got the duper and some stick on chip/card things and they work perfectly. Thanks again!

Joe

Originally Posted by Dills (Post 2381087)

Do you have a link or name for the RFID reader and chip set you used. Also anyone know the type of RFID signal out TV cards are T5577?
Got a cheap one on Amazon an it doesn't work to copy. http://https://www.ebay.com/itm/1647...mis&media=COPY

Originally Posted by Dills (Post 2381087)

Do you have a link or name for the RFID reader and chip set you used. Also anyone know the type of RFID signal out TV cards are T5577?
Got a cheap one on Amazon an it doesn't work to copy. http://https://www.ebay.com/itm/1647...mis&media=COPY

Originally Posted by Dills (Post 2381087)

Do you have a link or name for the RFID reader and chip set you used. Also anyone know the type of RFID signal out TV cards are T5577?
Got a cheap one on Amazon an it doesn't work to copy. http://https://www.ebay.com/itm/1647...mis&media=COPY

Originally Posted by Fastskiguy (Post 2381107)

Yep, this is what I have...

Amazon.com

and the adhesive thingies...

Amazon.com

Joe

Originally Posted by sowilts (Post 2347328)

It slows traffic down for walkers, Bikers, and Carts.

Originally Posted by villagetinker (Post 2347039)

As I recall the gentleman making the duplicate chips for the side mirrors is still doing this, and I am sure I saw some ads for this recently, now I cannot find them. Hopefully he will send you a private message.
As for the discussion about these not working, I think that some 'duplicators' were using old cards from people that no longer lived here, and these were removed from the system, therefore the copies would no longer work.
On a side note, I have been testing various gates and it seems the new readers easily read the cards through a CLOSED car window, and I have several other cards in the wallet.

Originally Posted by PoolBrews (Post 2395708)

In Phillips Villas, this does not work well. You need to get your car so close to the raised curb that you risk damaging your rims just to get the card to read through the window. I'm fairly certain that we do not have the new readers yet.

Originally Posted by Fastskiguy (Post 2381107)

Yep, this is what I have...

Amazon.com

and the adhesive thingies...

Amazon.com

Joe

Originally Posted by PoolBrews (Post 2395713)

How close do you need to get with these small discs? Looking at them they state a read distance of 3-10cm... that's less than 4" at max read and that is not close enough for our reader.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2395722)

For best function, I use 4 discs, 3 inside the mirror housing and one taped to the outside of the housing with duct tape. You need to get about 8 inches from the reader, but they work fine.

Originally Posted by PoolBrews (Post 2395759)

No way I'm putting one on the outside of my mirror with duct tape on a new car. It would look like crap.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2395722)

For best function, I use 4 discs, 3 inside the mirror housing and one taped to the outside of the housing with duct tape. You need to get about 8 inches from the reader, but they work fine.

Originally Posted by PoolBrews (Post 2395708)

In Phillips Villas, this does not work well. You need to get your car so close to the raised curb that you risk damaging your rims just to get the card to read through the window. I'm fairly certain that we do not have the new readers yet.

Originally Posted by twoplanekid (Post 2395791)

Tried your gate in my Tesla M3 today with a mirror gate card that I got from Ellie that worked fine. His card does a better job than the small round cards that I use in the Honda CRV. It doesn't cost that much to have them installed or do it yourself. It makes gate access a breeze!

The easy way to open a gate in The Villages - YouTube

Originally Posted by Beats (Post 2347011)

There used to be a guy that installed a gate pass on your car mirror so that you didn't have to roll down your window. Purchased a new vehicle recently and forgot to remove mine on the old car. Please need name and contact number.