Motorola AN720 Instruction manual

AN720 RFID Antennas
Assembly and Installation Instructions

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AN720 RFID Antennas
Assembly and Installation Instructions
72E-132076-01
Rev A
November 2009

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Revision History
Changes to the original manual are listed below:
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About This Guide
Introduction
This guide provides assembly and installation instructions for the AN720 RFID antennas.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support for your region. Contact
information is available at: http:///www.motorola.com/enterprisemobility/support.
When contacting Enterprise Mobility Support, please have the following information available:
• Serial number of the unit
•Scanner serial numbers are located on the label under the top of the scanner
•Cradles serial numbers are located on the label on the bottom of the cradle
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• Software type and version number
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Chapter 1 AN720 RIFD Antennas Diagrams
and Technical Specifications
Introduction
Read all instructions carefully before attempting to install and use this product.
Safety
The antennas should be mounted permanently and securely on a mounting panel in accordance with all installation
instructions.
Location
For best results, point the antenna towards the center of the coverage area. A line-of-sight path between the
antenna and active floor locations works best. Although signals in these bands penetrate interior walls with little
attenuation, reinforced block walls, banks of metal cabinets, or steel shelving may attenuate signals or cause
multipath, a condition where reflected signals interfere with the primary signal path. Avoid mounting next to a
column or vertical support that could create a “shadow zone” of reduced coverage.
Mounting
The AN720 antennas radiate a circularly polarized signal in a directional pattern. Securely mount the antenna to a
metal plate using the appropriate size nuts and locking hardware.

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Antenna Diagrams
Antenna Front View
Figure 1-1 Antenna Front View
Polycarbonate
Radome

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Antenna Side View
Figure 1-2 Antenna Side View
10-32 UNC-2A
Mounting Studs
2x, Stainless Steel
#10 Split-Lock Washer
2x, Stainless Steel
#10 Flat Washer
2x, Stainless Steel
10-32 UNC-2B
Hex Nut
2x, Stainless Steel
Aluminum
Housing
Polycarbonate
Radome

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Bottom View
Figure 1-3 Antenna Bottom View
Aluminum Housing

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Wall Mount Configuration
Figure 1-4 Wall Mount Configuration

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Pole Mount Configuration
Figure 1-5 Pole Mount Configuration

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Technical Specifications
AN720-L51NF00WUS
Table 1-1 AN720-L51NF00WUS Product Specifications
Item Description
Model AN720
Motorola Part Number AN720-L51NF00WUS
Connector N-Type, female
Frequency, MHz 902-928
Gain 5.5 dBic typical, 6 dBic max
VSWR 1.5:1
F/B 8 dB
Normal Impedance 50 Ω
Beam width 100°
Polarization Circular (L) left
Antenna Weight 0.37kg (S/B .8 lbs)
Power, watts 10
Axial Ratio 2 dB
Mounting 2 threaded studs (rack mount)
Dimensions, mm (in) 132.8 mm x 132.8 mm x 18.1 mm (5.2 in x 5.2 in x 0.7 in)
Temperature Operational -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature 40°C to 85°C (104°F to 185°F)
Impact Resistance 0.46kg (1 lb.) Ball Drop, 24 in
Vibration MIL-STD-810
Shock IEC 68-2-27
Humidity lEC 68-2-30
Lightning Protection DC Grounded
Enclosure Rating IP 67

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Figure 1-6 AN720 US Radiation Plots - 915MHz

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AN720-L51NF00WEU
Table 1-2 AN720-L51NF00WEU Product Specifications
Item Description
Model AN720
Motorola Part Number AN720-L51NF00WEU
Connector N-Type, female
Frequency, MHz 865-868
Gain 5.5 dBic typical, 6 dBic max
VSWR 1.5:1
F/B 8 dB
Normal Impedance 50 Ω
Beam width 100°
Polarization Circular (L) left
Antenna Weight 0.37kg (S/B .8 lbs)
Power, watts 10
Axial Ratio 2 dB
Mounting 2 threaded studs (rack mount)
Dimensions, mm (in) 132.8 mm x 132.8 mm x 18.1 mm (5.2 in x 5.2 in x 0.7 in)
Temperature Operational -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to 158°F)
Storage Temperature 40°C to 85°C (104°F to 185°F)
lmpact Resistance 0.46kg (1 lb.) Ball Drop, 24 in
Vibration MIL-STD-810
Shock IEC 68-2-27
Humidity lEC 68-2-30
Lightning Protection DC Grounded
Enclosure Rating IP 67

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Figure 1-7 AN720 EU Radiation Plots - 867.5MHz

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