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STEP 1
Power Connections (V+ and V-)
Connect power (8VDC to 48VDC ) to the RFID reader red (V+) and black (V-) wires. EMX supplies a regulated
DC supply of +12VDC @ 3A for your convenience. Connect the shield wire to earth ground.
STEP 2: Mounting the Reader
The mounting bracket supplied is designed for mounting the reader on a pole,
wood, or concrete structure.
The bracket should be installed at a minimum height of 5' off the ground.
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Mounting the reader too low will reduce range.
Ensure a minimum of 18" from any metal or concrete surface on all sides
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(excluding the bracket and mounting pole). Consider using EMX's 18" wall
stanchions or 94" S-shaped post to make mounting easy.
Anything in the reader's field of view can reduce the read range due to RF
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reflections. This includes barrier arm operator enclosures, bollards, kiosks, etc.
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Aim the reader toward the zone of desired coverage. To achieve maximum
range do not aim it downward. Maximum range is 18-25'.
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Use an 11mm wrench to mount the reader to the bracket and a 13mm wrench
to mount the U-bolt to the pole.
STEP 3: Testing the Reader
Bring a tag within a few feet of the reader. You should see the blue LED on the front of the reader light and hear an
audible beep. The reader will continue to beep every 1 second and the LED will light every 2 seconds for as long as
the tag is in range (this is the default configuration; if your reader has a custom configuration consult the manual).
If the reader is not reading the tag, make sure that (1) the tag is vertically oriented and (2) you are holding the tag
from a bottom corner since fingers on the antenna can block the signal. You may prefer to tape the tag to a piece of
cardboard using masking tape. Walk a tag away from the reader until you no longer hear the beep and see the blue
LEDs light to know the maximum distance of your zone. Test the tag at all heights where it might be installed on a
vehicle.
Technical Support
technical@emxinc.com
216-518-9889
Patriot E Quickstart Guide
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- Page 1 Patriot E Quickstart Guide STEP 1 Power Connections (V+ and V-) Connect power (8VDC to 48VDC ) to the RFID reader red (V+) and black (V-) wires. EMX supplies a regulated DC supply of +12VDC @ 3A for your convenience. Connect the shield wire to earth ground. Included Power Supply with Connections STEP 2: Mounting the Reader The mounting bracket supplied is designed for mounting the reader on a pole,...
- Page 2 STEP 4: Connect the reader to the controller Connect the reader to your controller per the wiring diagram below. The typical connection is just power and Wiegand. Optionally, wire the relay output to a relay or controller input for gate control. Refer to the manual if more information is needed.
- Page 3 1. Always mount tags vertically whenever possible. This will guarantee the best read range for ALL Patriot readers. Note: Patriot-E readers (round) can read tags both vertical and horizontal orientation, but the best read range will always be vertical orientation. Patriot-L readers (square) are specifically designed to read vertical oriented tags only.
- Page 4 Always mount tags vertically whenever possible. This will guarantee the best read range for ALL Patriot readers. Tags should generally be mounted in one of the locations listed below: • The most common location is inside the lower driver’s side corner of the windshield. Mount the tag 2” away from any metal.
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