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4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the reader and PC or LAN.
You must use TCP/IP to communicate with the reader, so connect a
standard ethernet cable from the reader to a nearby LAN drop or network
switch.
You may alternatively use a cross-over ethernet cable and connect the
reader directly to the PC.
The reader comes pre-configured to look for a DHCP server to set its
network parameters. In the absence of a DHCP server, the reader will
use the following settings:
IP Address: 192.168.1.100
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
5. Connect the power supply to the reader.
Using the thin cable attached to power supply, push the connector into
the port until it is securely seated. Do not plug the power supply into the
wall outlet yet.
Finger-tighten the securing ring onto the connector.
The ALR-9890 – RR power supply has a safety feature that turns the
power supply off in the event that it detects an abnormal AC line
condition. When this happens, the green LED on the power supply brick
will not be lit. To reset the power supply, unplug the AC power cord from
the wall or power strip, and plug the power cord back in.
6. Connect the antenna(s) to the reader.
The reader may be used in a multi-static or mono-static mode. In the multi-
static mode each antenna port is connected to a separate antenna. In the
mono-static mode a circulator assembly is used to split the transmit and
receive paths.
Multi-static Case
Connect the antennas to the individual ports. Refer to Applications Note
AN17001.
Mono-static Case (Install Circulator Assemblies)
Caution:
It is important to connect the correct circulator port to its
associated antenna port. Damage to the reader may result if they are
connected incorrectly.
Antenna port 0 of the reader is on the top right-side, if viewing the reader
from the front with the flange side down. It has been labeled for
convenient identification. The ALR-9890 – RR has four (4) antenna
ports.
The circulator assembly cables are labeled Ant 0, 1, 2 and 3 and Ant A
or B.
Align the Ant 0 coax cable’s center pin and push into the corresponding
port.
