Fixed RFID Tunnel
Installation Guide
MN-004421-01EN
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Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1
Included Hardware ........................................................................................................................................................... 1
Typical Tool Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Feet .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Connecting the A-Panel Cables .......................................................................................................................................3
Connecting the Internal Panel Cables .............................................................................................................................3
Panel Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................................4
Mounting ..........................................................................................................................................................................6
Connecting Power ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
Cleanup ................................................................................................................................................ 7
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Introduction
Built especially for inline conveyor operations, these units automatically read tagged assets as they
move along the line and through the tunnel, improving workow accuracy. Specialized antennas
provide superior performance optimized for accurate, reliable reads of conveyor-based throughput.
This document describes how to perform a typical installation of the Zebra Tunnel RFID Portal.
Included Hardware
y A-Panel with control box and one antenna
y B-panel with one antenna
y C-panel with 2 antennas
y L-brackets
y Feet
y 40 @ 1/4-20 x 2-inch screws (panel feet assembly, panel to panel assembly)
y 3/8-inch x 3-inch Screw Anchor (oor mounting)
Typical Tool Requirements
y Box Cutter
y Snips
y Tape Measure
y Speed Square
y Hammer Drill
3/8-inch Concrete Drill Bit
y Impact Driver
3/8-inch Socket
y Extension Cord(s)
y Vacuum or Broom
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Installation
This installation should only be performed by a professional technician trained to install this
hardware.
Read these instructions thoroughly before performing the installation.
The Zebra RFID Tunnel Portal requires assembly of three main parts:
y A-Panel (side)
y B-Panel (side)
y C-Panel (top)
The Tunnel Portal and be assembled and then put into position over the conveyor or other
apparatus, or it can be assembled in place.
This assembly and installation requires no less than two persons to perform.
Feet
Note • Tunnel feet are not installed prior to shipment.
1. Install the feet to the bottom of the A panel and the B panel.
Attach the feet to the panel using 4 each of the 1/4-20 x 2-inch screws.
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Connecting the A-Panel Cables
2. Connect the antenna ports at the bottom of the control box to the corresponding antenna
ports on the bulkhead of the A-panel.
Installation
Connecting the Internal Panel Cables
Note • Cable installation and routing must be performed before nal assembly.
Note • Antenna ports should be towards the inbound side of the tunnel.
3. From the A-panel:
a. Connect Antenna port 1 to the passthrough cable in the C-panel.
b. Connect Antenna port 2 to the cable connected to Antenna 2 in the C-panel.
c. Connect Antenna port 3 to the cable connected to Antenna 3 in the C-panel.
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Installation
4. From the B-Panel:
Connect Antenna port 1 to the passthrough cable in the C-panel.
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Panel Assembly
Note • Two left-side brackets and two right-side brackets are included. Brackets should be installed
with the chamfer facing out.
Note • Make sure the the cutouts on the C-panel underside cover are directly over the respective
antenna ports on the A- and B-panel.
5. Secure the A-panel to the C-panel using one each right- and left-side bracket and 6 each of
the 1/4-20 x 2-inch screws.
C-PANELA-PANEL B-PANEL
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Installation
6. Secure the B-panel to the C-panel using one each right- and left-side bracket and 6 each of
the 1/4-20 x 2-inch screws.
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Mounting
7. Using a 3/8-inch concrete drill bit, drill one hole to a depth of 3 inches.
8. Using an impact driver, secure the tunnel base to the oor using one 3/8-inch HD screw
anchor.
Connecting Power
9. Connect the Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable. Route the cable from the drop through the
access hole in the bottom of the control box to the PoE connection on the reader.
Installation
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Cleanup
Make sure to remove any packing material, packing ties, tools, and other equipment from the
installation.
Make sure to clean up any dust or debris created by the installation.
Make sure to remove any packing material, packing ties, tools, and other equipment from
theinstallation.
Make sure to clean up any dust or debris created by the installation.
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