Patch Antenna - Intermec 5055 User Manual

SECTION 2 Operation
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Patch Antenna

The 2.4 GHz "patch" antenna can be mounted on a wall us-
ing either screws or small patches of adhesive-backed hook-
and-loop fastener material. Since system performance and
antenna polarization is site-dependent, a permanent
mounting location and orientation may require some exper-
imentation. In most fixed installations the antenna should
initially be mounted in a vertically polarized position: e.g.,
with the cable from the antenna parallel to the floor/ceiling.
In mobile installations, best performance will be achieved
by mounting the antenna flat, on top of the operator safety
cage. Use at least two screws to hold the antenna in place.
Horizontal
Polarization
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Figure 2-12
Antenna Polarization
Vertical
Polarization