Systems Manual 25
Maximizing Signal Range
Here are a few tips about how you can optimize your system installa-
tion to allow the scanner greater roving distance from its linked Base
Station while maintaining clear communication between the devices.
• Minimize obstructions between the scanner and its Base Sta-
tion. While the system is capable of communicating through
walls, a clean line of sight will always increase the scanner’s
signal range from the Base Station.
• Never place or install the Base Station in a metal-lined area or
enclosure, or near large metal objects.
• Position the Base Station and experiment at various elevations,
orientations, etc. to achieve better communications between
devices. The system usually works best at heights of one meter
or more off the ground. Usually the scanner and Base Station
work optimally when operating at about the same height.
• Ensure that programmable features are set to maximize radio
transmission. For example, if the feature Radio Transmit Power
is set to low, set it to high. Selecting a different channel using
the options under RF Channel Selection might also help. See the
section titled, RF Programmable Features, for more information
about these features.
• Consider using a Four Station Charger accessory to charge bat-
teries as opposed to using the Base Station for this function. It
offers faster charging (about half the time to a 90% charge as
Base Station charging).
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