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Reading Tags

xspool allows you to read RFID spool tags and determine their status in real-time. This section explains how to scan RFID tags and interpret the results.

📌 How to Read an RFID Tag​

1️⃣ Place the tag on the RFID reader.
2️⃣ Wait for xspool to process the tag (this takes a few seconds).
3️⃣ The tag status will be shown on the device led with different colors

StatusColorMeaning
✅ Detected - Valid TagGreenThe tag is recognized and contains valid filament data.
🟠 Detected - Queued OpenBamboo TagOrangeThe tag is an OpenBamboo tag that is currently queued for AMS assignment.
❌ Detected - Wrong FormatRedThe tag is an incompatible format and cannot be read properly.
🔍 Searching...Whitexspool is scanning for a tag, but nothing has been detected yet.

📌 Loading Filaments in AMS​

This process ensures that AMS correctly assigns the spool to a slot after scanning its RFID tag.

1️⃣ Present the Spool Tag to the RFID Reader​

  • Hold the spool's RFID tag close to the xspool RFID scanner.
  • If the tag is valid, the indicator will turn green (recognized).
  • If it is an OpenBamboo tag queued for the next AMS change, the indicator will turn orange.

2️⃣ Load the Spool into an AMS Slot​

  • Once the RFID tag is scanned, take the spool and insert it into an empty AMS slot.
  • AMS will automatically detect the spool and begin the loading process.

3️⃣ xspool Assigns the Filament to the Slot​

  • As soon as AMS finishes loading the spool, xspool updates the AMS slot assignment with the queued OpenBamboo filament data.
  • Now, the AMS recognizes the custom filament profile stored in the OpenBamboo tag.

📌 Troubleshooting​

IssuePossible CauseSolution
Tag not detectedRFID tag might not be placed correctlyTry repositioning the tag closer to the reader.
Red indicator (Wrong Format)The tag is not an OpenBamboo or BambuLab-compatible tagEnsure you're using a supported tag format.