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Wireless Tag Reader Installation Guide
Installing the WTR
Installation Tips
When installing the WTR:
• Record the WTR serial number and installation location.
• Do not mount the WTR in the ceiling as the LF Field will not reach the floor.
• The WTR is a 12 VDC device. Use the supplied power converter to step down
from the RoamAlert 24V power supply.
• Do NOT adjust the two red DIP switches on the circuit board. They are set
during factory tuning and each WTR may be set differently. Note the settings
and ensure they have not changed when you close the case during final mounting.
• Leave switches 4 and 5 on the Options DIP block in the OFF position.
• The WTR must be installed within 15’ (4.5m) of a receiver, so that the signals
can be relayed to the RoamAlert server.
The WTR is often located in view of facility visitors and personnel. To maintain secure
operation in this environment, the WTR case was designed so that it cannot be opened
once installed. This design results in the following sequence of installation steps:
1 The WTR cover is removed and the WTR is temporarily installed in its final
location.
2 The WTR is configured.
3 The WTR is removed from its mounting location, the case is replaced, and the
WTR is permanently mounted.
Wireless Tag Reader Location
The WTR is designed to detect only the tags present in close proximity to the reader. As
a result, the WTR must be located very near the area where tags need to be detected. For
example, to detect a tag entering or leaving a room, mount the WTR on the wall beside
the door as shown in
Figure 2.
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