User's Manual

3 - 2 FX Series RFID Readers Integrator Guide
Installation
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 provides detailed mounting procedures. Mount
the reader with and without the provided mounting plate, however Motorola recommends using the mounting plate
whenever possible.
Connecting Antennas on page 3-4 describes how to connect the antennas. Mounting Tips on page 3-2 also
provides information on locating the antennas with regard to the reader.
Powering the Reader on page 3-5 and AC Power Supply on page 3-5 provide information on reader power options
and Verifying Hardware Functionality on page 3-5 provides a checkout to verify reader functionality.
The Communications Connections on page 3-6 provide communications information for the reader.
Mounting and Removing the Reader
Mounting Tips
Mount the reader in any orientation. Consider the following before selecting a location for the FX Series reader:
• Mount the reader indoors, in operating range and out of direct sunlight, high moisture, and/or extreme
temperatures.
• 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.
• Mount the reader within 15 feet of the antennas.
• Ensure that power can reach the reader.
• 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.
• 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.
• Use a level for precise vertical or horizontal mounting.
CAUTION The FX Series RFID readers must be professionally installed.
WARNING! When installing the antenna ensure a minimum separation distance of 9.1 in (23 cm)
between the antennas and all persons.