Axcess AT-132-A-PT Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Quick Start
Flex Antenna

Installation Overview

Supplied 20 Foot Lead
Activator
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Required Materials
Have the following materials on hand for the installation
of the Flex Antenna:
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RG-58/U coaxial cable with 50 ohm impedance (nominal),
solid copper center conductor, 55% tinned copper braid
or better, 100% shield coverage (i.e. Belden 9310) of
sufficient length to reach the Activator. The maximum
recommended cable length is 50 feet.
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Two three-piece crimp type male BNC connectors
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Three-blade rotary coaxial cable stripper
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Step ladder for positioning the Flex Antenna above the door
or ceiling
To ensure proper system operation, do not substitute
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antenna kit components.
Flex Antenna Placement
4th Choice
Above ceiling
Minimum distance from
any metal: 4 inches
4" 4"
3rd Choice
Behind a non-metallic
picture frame
Metal Stud
4"
750.010.005
Set Up & Installation
Tag
Flex Antenna
Metal Door Frame
2nd Choice
Within a wall
1st Choice
Under carpet or
floor covering
Device (PC, Wiegand
control panel, etc.)
Receiver
The Flex Antenna is a thin and flexible activation
antenna that is very versitle and has numerous
mounting options: under carpet, behind pictures,
within walls or overhead.
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Installation Considerations
Determine the approximate installation site of the Flex Antenna
and its associated Activators. Use the following guidlines:
The Activator should be located no more than 50 feet
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(cable length) from the Flex Antenna.
Choose the mounting position best suited for
the desired coverage area and application.
(See diagram below)
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The Plex Antenna's field is affected by metal; therefore,
the Antenna and should be located at least 4 inches
from any metal including metal studs.
Before permanently installing the Flex Antenna, lay out
and test the entire ActiveTag system.
Check with all local inspection codes, including building,
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fire and electrical, to ensure compliance of the Flex
Antenna installation.
Maximum distance between
Activator and Antenna: 50 feet
Refer to the
Configuration
Guide for
preferred antenna
placement of asset
and personnel
tracking applications.
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Activator Placement
Activator
(Above
Ceiling)