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Refer to indications specified in applicable user guide to verify the tag was
read successfully.
6) If bench test conditions are verified, proceed to installation
NOTE: To perform a hard reboot of the system, simply cycle power on the
reader.
2.4 Installation
This section provides guidance for configuring components in your RFID
system.
You should consider the overall design of your specific system before
permanently mounting the equipment.
Installation involves all the same connection steps required for bench test.
However, instead of situating equipment on a tabletop, the reader, antenna,
and their accessories are mounted in your application environment.
2.4.1 Requirements
Before installing your RFID Reader system, you will need the following:
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a PC running Windows 98 or higher, with CD-ROM drive (for demo
application software) ,
one available RJ45 TCP/IP port
and one RS232 port.
•
standard 110~220 VAC power for the reader and PC
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host software
•
(optional) extra antennas (if desired for additional coverage)
•
additional RS-232 cables or antenna coax cables needed to accommodate
routing requirements
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standard grounded, three-pronged power cord of desired length
•
mounting hardware suitable for the surface to which equipment is to be
attached (e.g., wood screws, moly-bolts, brackets, etc.)
