Installation; Mounting And Removing The Reader - Motorola fx7400 Integrator Manual

3 - 2 FX Series RFID Readers Integrator Guide

Installation

The FX Series RFID readers must be professionally installed.
CAUTION
The FX Series reader has several installation options, including installation with or without the mounting plate,
and/or powering either using the AC power supply or POE.
Mounting Tips provides recommendations on locating the reader with respect to environmental conditions and
utilities locations. Mounting and Removing the Reader on page 3-2
the reader with and without the provided mounting plate, however Motorola recommends using the mounting plate
whenever possible.
Connecting Antennas on page 3-4
provides information on locating the antennas with regard to the reader.
Powering the Reader on page 3-5
and Verifying Hardware Functionality on page 3-5
The Communications Connections on page 3-6

Mounting and Removing the Reader

! When installing the antenna ensure a minimum separation distance of 9.1 in (23 cm)
WARNING
Mounting Tips
Mount the reader in any orientation. Consider the following before selecting a location for the FX Series reader:
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Mount the reader indoors, in operating range and out of direct sunlight, high moisture, and/or extreme
temperatures.
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Mount the reader in an area free from electromagnetic interference. Sources of interference include
generators, pumps, converters, non-interruptible power supplies, AC switching relays, light dimmers, and
computer CRT terminals.
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Mount the reader within 15 feet of the antennas.
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Ensure that power can reach the reader.
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The recommended minimum horizontal mounting surface width is 7 1/2 inches. However, the unit can mount
on surfaces as narrow as 6 inches (in locations where unit overhang is not an issue). For vertical mounting
the unit can mount on a surface as small as 6 inches by 6 inches.
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Mount the reader onto a permanent fixture, such as a wall or a shelf, where it is not disturbed, bumped, or
damaged. The recommended minimum clearance on all sides of the reader is five inches.
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Use a level for precise vertical or horizontal mounting.
describes how to connect the antennas.
and AC Power Supply on page 3-5
between the antennas and all persons
provides detailed mounting procedures. Mount
provide information on reader power options
provides a checkout to verify reader functionality.
provide communications information for the reader.
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Mounting Tips on page 3-2 also