RFD90 UltraRugged UHF RFID
Sled
Quick Start Guide
MN-004376-02EN Rev A
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Contents
About this Document...................................................................................................................................... 4
Notational Conventions......................................................................................................................... 4
Service Information................................................................................................................................. 4
Getting Started................................................................................................................................................. 6
Unpacking..................................................................................................................................................6
Adaptor Installation................................................................................................................................. 7
RFD9030 Standard-Range Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sled Features..........................................7
RFD9090 Long-Range Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sled.................................................................. 9
Device Installation................................................................................................................................... 9
Device Removal..............................................................................................................................10
Battery Replacement..............................................................................................................................11
Battery Installation......................................................................................................................... 12
Pairing the Sled with a Mobile Computer.......................................................................................12
Charging....................................................................................................................................................14
UI Indicators.............................................................................................................................................14
LED Definitions................................................................................................................................14
Beeper Indications.........................................................................................................................15
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About this Document
About this Document
This document provides information on using the RFD9030 Ultra-Rugged Standard-Range UHF RFID sled
and the RFD9090 Long-Range Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID sled.
Notational Conventions
The following conventions are used in this document:
Bold text is used to highlight the following:
• Dialog box, window, and screen names.
• Drop-down list and list box names.
• Checkbox and radio button names.
• Checkbox and radio button names.
• Icons on a screen.
• Key names on a keypad.
• Button names on a screen.
Bullets (•) indicate:
• Action items.
• List of alternatives.
• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential.
Sequential lists (for example, those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.
Service Information
If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Zebra Global Customer Support for your region.
Contact information is available at: zebra.com/support.
When contacting support, please have the following information available:
• Serial number of the unit
• Model number or product name
• Software type and version number
Zebra responds to calls by email, telephone, or fax within the time limits outlined in support agreements.
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About this Document
If your problem cannot be solved by Zebra Customer Support, you may need to return your equipment
for servicing and will be given specific directions. Zebra is not responsible for any damages incurred
during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can void the
warranty.
If you purchased your Zebra business product from a Zebra business partner, contact that business partner
for support.
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Getting Started
Getting Started
The RFD90 Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID sled provides RAIN Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tag
reading, writing, and locating capability to support Zebra mobile computers and other host devices. This
section provides information on sled features, adaptor installation, mobile computer attachment, battery
replacement, UI indications, and charging.
To use the RFD90 sled for the first time with a mobile computer:
1. Insert the battery into the device.
2. Charge the RFD90 sled using the charging cradle or charging cup.
3. Replace the cover with the adaptor that is specific to the mobile computer to be used with the sled.
4. Place the mobile computer into the adaptor bottom first.
5. Secure the mobile computer into the adaptor by pressing down on the center of the top of the mobile
computer.
6. Set the region using 123RFID Desktop or 123RFID Mobile applications.
For the latest versions of guides and software, go to: zebra.com/support.
Unpacking
For detailed information, refer to the Product Reference Guide at: zebra.com/support.
This section provides information on Zebra RFD90 Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sled sled parts, battery
installation, mobile device attachment, LED indications, and charging. Carefully remove all protective
material from the RFD90 Ultra-Rugged sled and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping.
Verify the following items are in the box:
• RFD90 Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sled
• Battery
• Quick Start Guide
Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Zebra Support
Center immediately.
For a full list of accessories that can be used with the RFD90 Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID sled, refer to the
product-specific Technical Accessory Guide available at: zebra.com/support.
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