Mercury 4 / MERCURY 5 ® ® User Guide Intelligent. Network Ready. Reads Any Tag. Ignores Interference. Gets More 100% Reads.
Mercury4/5 User Guide: (TM-M4/5-X-INSTALL) Rev. 2.4.5 February, 2007 THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCTS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE ARE GOVERNED BY AN END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT AND LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED SEPARATELY. Installation Requirement: This equipment must be installed by a ThingMagic representative or an installer approved by ThingMagic. See www.thingmagic.com or contact your sales representative for a list of approved partners.
Contents Mercury4/5 Reader User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setting Up For Single Reader Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Required Equipmentl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Settings Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFID Protocol Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty Disclaimer and IP Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Appendix A: M4 Antenna Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Authorized Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Antenna Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mercury4 & 5 Reader User Guide About This Guide This guide explains how to set up the Mercury4 or Mercury5 Reader, how to configure it for network operation, and how to use the browser-based interface. Separate appendices contain specifications and antenna information specific to each reader. To learn more about the software operation of the Mercury 4 and Mercury5 readers, a Reader Query Language (RQL) Reference Guide is available at http://www.thingmagic.com/html/ support/manuals.htm.
Setting Up For Single Reader Operation Setting Up For Single Reader Operation The following section describes how to setup the reader for single reader operation. To setup the reader as part of a larger scale deployment, see the section Networking the Reader on page 14.
Connect the Antenna(s) to the Reader Note Use only authorized antennas and cables to maintain FCC approval. See Appendix A: Mercury4 Antenna Information on page 1. Connect antennas to the ports before applying power to the reader. Any port not having an antenna connected to it will be disabled when the reader is powered on. See Authorized Antennas in Appendix A: Mercury4 Antenna Information for details on antennas. Up to four antennas can be connected to the reader.
1. Place the antennas upright. 2. When connecting each pair of antenna cables, follow the labels on the reader faceplate as shown below. Connecting Cable Pairs to Reader 4 3. Connect the top port of the antenna to the T-1 (transmit) port on the reader. Connect the bottom port of the antenna to the R-1 (receive) port on the reader. 4. Repeat for the second through fourth antenna, if supplied, using T2 and R2, etc.
Power-Up the Reader 1. Plug the power supply into the reader’s power port. DC power input connector. 2. Connect the extension cord to the power supply and plug it into a 100-240VAC power outlet. The reader will immediately begin powering up. Note There is no on/off switch on the reader. 3. While the reader is powering up, the power LED is be solid green. After approximately 60 seconds, the power LED will begin to pulse. The reader is now ready for operation.
6
Interpreting the Reader Indicator LEDs There are four LEDs on the reader indicating reader activity: Power – When solid, the reader is booting. When pulsing, reader is ready for operation. Module A – Operational only on older model Mercury4 readers. Module B – Flashes continuously when RF is transmitting on any antenna. Fault/Error – When solid red, the reader has crashed. Two LEDs on top of the reader, labeled Status and Activity, are not currently operational. See the figure.
Connect Your PC to the Reader These instructions are for directly connecting your computer to the reader. For instructions on connecting the reader to a network, see the section Networking the Reader on page 14. 1. Connect the enclosed shielded Ethernet crossover cable to your PC and to the reader. Note Straight-through shielded Ethernet cables are fine for connecting the reader to a network. ethernet port crossover cable Me rcu r y5 ethernet port The reader is now ready for operation.
Set Your PC’s TCP/IP Setting These instructions assume you are using Windows XP. For other operating systems, consult your network administrator. To set your PCs TCP/IP setting use the following steps: 1. From the start bar, select Start →Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network Connections icon. 3. Disable your PC’s wireless connection. 4. Double-click the the Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection Status window appears. See the figure. 5. Click the Properties button.
10 6. Scroll down to the bottom of the list and select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item. 7. Click on the Properties button. 8. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window appears. (see below).
9. Select the radio button labeled “use the following IP address:” 10. Enter the settings as shown below. IP address: 10.0.0.102 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 10.0.0.1 11. Click OK to save and exit the window. 12. Click OK at the Local Area Connection Properties window.
Log On to Reader You may use any java-enabled web browser to log on to the reader. Use the following steps to logon to the reader: 12 1. Launch your web browser and log on to the reader by entering the reader’s default IP address of http://10.0.0.101/ in the address bar and pressing ENTER. 2. The log on dialog screen appears. 3. Enter the default User name: “web” and Password: “radio” (all lower-case). Click OK.
4. The Mercury4 or Mercury5 reader displays its browser-based interface. The Status Page is the initial page which appears. Mercury5 Status Page 5. Check the Connected Antenna Ports. Green=Connected Next Steps To connect the reader to a network and log in remotely, see the section Networking the Reader on page 14.
Networking the Reader Networking the Reader You can set up the reader to use either manual IP addressing or DHCP. By default, the reader has automatic addressing enabled: it boots up looking for a DHCP server. DHCP can be used to automatically assign the reader’s IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, NTP Server, DNS server and hostname. If the reader does not get a DHCP-assigned IP address during its initial boot sequence, it defaults to the static IP address of 10.0.0.
DHCP To enable automatic assigning of your PC’s IP address by DHCP, use the following steps. 1. From the Start bar, select Start → Control Panel. 2. Double click the Network Connections icon. 3. Disable your PC’s wireless connection, if one exists. 4. Double click the Local Area Connection icon. 5. The local area Connection Status window appears.
16 6. Click the Properties button. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears. 7. Scroll down to the bottom of the list and select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) item. 8. Click on the Properties button.
9. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window appears. 10. Select the radio button “Obtain an IP address automatically”. 11. Click the OK button to save and exit the Internet Protocol Properties window. 12. Click the OK button at the Local Area Connection Properties window. 13. Click the Close button at the Local Area Connection Status window. 14. Several moments pass as the PC saves its new network settings.
Automatic Hostname: m5-xxxxxx By default at startup, the reader generates an ‘automatic hostname’ by appending the last three bytes of its MAC address to its hostname, such as m5-6b3043. Please note that your network needs to have properly configured DNS servers if you wish to connect to the reader via its hostname. Typically, when using DHCP the DHCP server adds the hostname to the DNS server’s database periodically.
4. The reader’s Status page appears. 5. Check to see that all the Antenna ports are connected. Green = Connected.
Bonjour Another way of finding readers on a network is to use the Zeroconf protocol, which Apple calls Bonjour™ (formerly called Rendezvous). Bonjour works on networks without a DHCP server. Apple provides a downloadable Bonjour plug-in for Windows Internet Explorer at their web site: http://www.apple.com/macosx/features/bonjour/). Once you have installed Bonjour, reboot your PC and launch Internet Explorer. 1. 20 Click on the Bonjour icon at the top of the IE browser. See the figure.
Note Notice that each ThingMagic reader in the Bonjour frame on the left side of the page is referenced by the domain name — ThingMagic — followed by the hostname — Mercury4 and Mercury5 — followed by an m4 or m5 and the last six characters of the device’s MAC address, such as 10148c. 2. A device frame on the left side of the browser opens and lists the names of all active Bonjour devices available. 3. Double-click on the name of the reader you want to access.
Controlling the Reader Controlling the Reader The Reader uses RFID (radio frequency identification) technology to read and write data stored on RFID Tag(s). The reader provides three levels of access to RFID Tag(s): Browser-Based Interface—A web browser controls high-level reader operations via a Java applet. See Using the Browser-Based Interface of this manual.
Using the Browser-Based Interface The Mercury4 or Mercury5 Reader browser-based interface communicates directly with the RFID reader. It includes several tools that enable you to monitor reader performance, change reader settings, and upgrade reader firmware. The browser-based interface can be run from any PC on the network. Care must be taken to configure the PC with an IP address and subnet mask compatible with the current operational settings of the reader.
To start the browser-based interface: 1. Exit all reader applications on the network. Note Running another reader application while using the browser-based interface may cause a reader error. If this happens, reboot the reader or restart it using the browser-based interface. 24 2. Start a Java-enabled web browser from any network-enabled PC. 3. Type the IP address of the reader to which you want to communicate in the address field of the browser or use Apple’s Bonjour™ protocol to browse to it. 4.
5. A navigation menu and the Status page appear in the browser.
Status Page The Mercury4 or Mercury5 Status page indicates the connected antennas, software version and LAN configuration of the reader. Note Check to see that at least one antenna port is connected before performing any tag queries or tag write operations.
Query Page The Query page is mainly used to set up and run Anti-Collision searches quickly and give you immediate feedback. This can be useful for verifying performance when installation is complete and for debugging. 1. Click the Query link in the navigation menu. 2. Wait a few moments until the Java applet finishes loading, and prepare some tags for testing. 3. The screen will be blank except for the controls. You are now ready to read tags.
Read Tags 1. Position one or more tags a few feet in front of one of the antennas connected to the reader. 2. Select an appropriate built-in query from the pull-down list. For instance: – If you are using GEN2 tags, select “fewer than 10 GEN2 tags” from the list. – If you are using other types of tags, select an appropriate query. – If you don’t know what type of tags you have, select “fewer than 10 tags, any protocol”.
Query Screen Drop-down List Query Field Runs the selected Query in Auto Mode Stops Auto Mode Runs the selected Query once only At the bottom of the screen is the Query field in which RQL search statements can be entered or selected from the stock queries found in the drop-down list to the right of the Query field.
The RQL search statement in the Query field specifies which tag protocols will be read, which antenna ports are to be used, how long the query is to be run, and other read operation parameters. The query can be run once or continuously. See the figure for a list of available stock queries. 3. Click the Start button at the bottom right to begin continuously reading tags. Tag data is displayed.
Query Results The displayed tag data contains a lot of useful information. Each row shows sequential tag number, number of times tag was read, tag data, antenna, and protocol. See the figure.
Note Notice that EPC1 Tags display their CRC value as the first four digits of the Tag ID and not the last four as the as GEN2, EPC0 and ISO 18000-6b protocols do.
Bignum Checkbox The Bignum checkbox (when checked) displays the total number of unique tags read during the current query until you clear the display. The total is displayed in large red numbers directly over the tags read. When you’re operating the reader on your own, with no assistance, this feature can come in handy so you can watch the screen as you move tags and antennas around to check read rates. The total is displayed in large red numbers directly over the tags read.
By default, font size is set for 16 points. This can be increased to meet your viewing requirements, such as displaying the results with an LCD projector. Enter a larger font number in the font size field to increase the size of the font displaying tag data.
Show Raw The “Show Raw” button displays raw tag data on the Query page. This is the actual console output returned from the query. Each row in this example shows reader, protocol, antenna, tag ID and CRC for each tag found. A space separates groups of tags found during each query. Raw data can be easily copied and pasted into other documents. See the figure below.
timestamp: Unix time in seconds and microseconds from 1-1-1970 when tag was seen. Ex: 3004832.188394 dspmicros: microseconds after start of reading out the tag cache – per protocol.
Write Page Use the Write page to replace the id or data that is encoded on a tag. Write Screen Consider the following guidelines when writing to tags: Always place a tag 0.3-0.6m (1-2ft) from the antenna when writing. The tag may be damaged if it is too close to the antenna Only unlocked EPC0+, EPC1, IS018000-6b, or GEN2 tags can be written. EPC0 tags are always locked and cannot be recommissioned.
Use the antenna connected to port 1 as it is used as the default antenna for writing tags Write an ID to a Tag 1. Click the Write link on the navigation menu. The Write page appears. 2. In the middle pane, type or paste a hexadecimal tag id to be written to the tag in the RQL statement after tag_id=0x . For example: 16 hex characters for 64-bit tags, 20 characters for 96-bit tags, etc.) 3. Click the Make Update button.
Settings Page Use the Modify Settings page to change RFID protocol, network and reader security settings. The page is divided into five sections: RFID Protocol Settings on page 42 Network Settings on page 43 Network Settings: All Interfaces on page 43 Network Settings: Ethernet Interface on page 44 Boot Option Settings on page 45 Security Settings on page 46 Changing these parameters changes the reader’s settings used on startup. RFID protocol settings, boot options and network settings can be modified.
1. 40 Click the Settings link on the navigation menu. The Modify Settings page appears.
2. Enter the required settings. 3. Click the Save button to save the new settings. Saving overwrites the reader’s configuration file with the current settings.
RFID Protocol Settings The RFID protocol settings take effect immediately on the reader upon saving them. A restart is not required. The Default RQL Query runs continuously at startup and thus a change to this setting requires a restart of the reader. RFID Protocol Settings Setting 42 Description UHF Power (dBm) This field contains the UHF Output power measured in dBm. This setting must be adjusted carefully to comply with FCC regulations. See the section Setting the Reader RF Power.
Network Settings Static network settings are ignored when in DHCP mode, and DHCP related settings are ignored when in static IP mode. Please note that your network needs to have properly configured DNS servers if you wish to connect to the reader via its hostname. Usually when using DHCP, the DHCP server will add the hostname to the DNS server’s database.
Network Settings: Ethernet Interface Setting 44 Description Use DHCP? If set to Yes, the reader will automatically look for its LAN IP, Netmask and Gateway addresses from a DHCP Server. Vendor Class Identifier This radio button that enables 96-bit tag support. To optimize the reader keep this setting turned off unless it is needed. Use DHCP Serversupplied Hostname? If set to Yes, the manually supplied hostname (see Hostname) will be overridden by the hostname supplied by the DHCP Server.
Boot Option Settings The boot option settings specify the location of downloadable firmware and configuration files and their optional parameters, and the location of a syslog server to which all reader events may be sent. Boot Options Setting Description Boot Config Options Optional parameters used when downloading a new configuration file to the reader. -f : force a downgrade if config file version is lower than that currently running on the reader.
Security Settings These settings control secure access to the reader using a combination of SSH (Secure Shell), HTTPS and secure RQL calls. 46 Setting Description Secure Shell Only (disable telnet) If Yes, the telnet server is disabled, and reader access can only be performed via a secure shell (SSH (Secure Shell)). Secure Web Only (disable standard http) If Yes, reader will only respond to requests using https URLs.
Firmware Update Page 1. Click the Firmware link on the navigation menu. The Firmware Upgrade page appears.
2. Place the cursor in the Filename field and type the complete URI network pathname of the firmware file or click the Choose file button to locate the new firmware file. ! C A U T I O N ! ! If you select the “Erase contents before installing” check box, you will erase all user-installed programs or files residing on the reader. DO NOT select this option if you wish to preserve any user programs residing on the reader.
Restart Page Use this procedure to activate reconfigured network reader settings or to recover from a reader error. 1. Click the Restart link on the navigation menu; the Restart Reader page appears. See the figure. 2. To restart the reader, click the Restart System button. The following dialog box appears. See the figure. 3. Click OK. The following message appears and remains on the screen until the reader restarts.
Restarting the Reader 1. Click the restart link on the navigation menu. 2. Click the restart button and the OK button on the confirmation dialog. Wait for at least 60 seconds for the reader to boot up. The Power/Heartbeat LED is solid green while the reader boots. When the LED begins blinking, the boot process is complete.
Diagnostics Page The diagnostics page expands on information found on the Status Page, including the current settings of the reader, comprehensive version information, and current status of network interfaces.
Using Safe Mode There are two reasons to enter Safe Mode: To perform a firmware update to repair a corrupted filesystem. To change settings that are preventing the reader from operating normally. Both of these tasks can be performed via the web interface. Use the recessed Safe Mode button on the reader connector panel to recover from errors which prevent the reader from operating in normal mode. In Safe Mode the reader is configured with a static IP address of 10.0.0.102.
a PC must have an IP address and subnet mask that are compatible with the reader settings, for example: IP address: 10.0.0.10 Netmask: 255.255.255.
Reader RF Power Reader RF Power During initial installation, the reader must be properly configured to use the correct RF power to comply with FCC regulations. DO NOT increase the power beyond this level. The maximum RF power is determined from antenna gain and antenna cable loss using the formula: Pmax = 36 dBm - Antenna Gain + Cable Loss For example, if the antenna has a maximum gain of 6 dBi, and the cable has a minimum loss of 0.6 dB, the maximum RF power that may be set is (36- 6 + 0.6) = 30.6 dBm.
Setting the Reader RF Power The Reader RF Power can be set using the Settings Page of the browser-based interface. Note that in no case may the power be set higher than 32.5 dBm. 1. Log on to the reader using your browser. The reader’s Status Page appears. 2. Click on the Settings tab. The first field on the Settings page is UHF Power dBm – the maximum RF power. Its factory default value is 32.5 dBm. 3. Enter the maximum setting based on your cable type, length and antenna type. 4.
Mounting the Reader Mounting the Reader To install the Mercury reader, use the following steps: You can place the reader on a shelf or mount it to a wall. To mount the reader on a wall use the following steps: 56 1. Hold the reader in its mounting location and mark the position of the two mounting screws. Minumum screw size is #12. 2. Drill holes for the screws and install wall anchors if necessary. 3. Insert the screws and tighten until almost flush with the wall. 4.
Mounting the Reader Mounting the Antennas The antennas can be mounted directly to a variety of surfaces or mounting brackets. Up to 4 antennas can be connected to the reader. Note Because customer requirements dictate the placement of reader and antenna components, your ThingMagic representative will supply this information separately.
Variables Affecting Performance Variables Affecting Performance Reader performance may be affected by the following variables, depending on the site where your RFID solution is being deployed: Environmental Conditions Tag Considerations Multiple Readers 58
Environmental Conditions Reader performance may be affected by the following: Metal surfaces such as desks, filing cabinets, bookshelves, and wastebaskets may enhance or degrade reader performance. Mount antennas as far as possible from metal surfaces that are adversely affecting system performance. Devices that operate at 900 MHz, such as cordless phones and wireless LANs, can interfere with reader performance. These devices may degrade performance of the reader.
Tag Considerations There are several variables associated with tags that can affect reader performance: Application Surface - Some materials interfere with tag performance including metal and moisture. Tags applied to items made from or containing these materials may not perform as expected. Tag Orientation - Reader performance is affected by the orientation of the tag in the antenna field. The ThingMagic antenna is circularly polarized, so it reads face-to but not edge-to.
Multiple Readers These devices may degrade performance of the reader. The reader may also adversely affect performance of 900 MHz devices. The reader should be set to use Dense Reader Mode (DRM) or Dense Interrogator Channelized Signaling for GEN2 tags. Antennas on other readers operating in close proximity may interfere with one another, thus degrading reader performance.
Mercury4 Specifications Mercury4 Specifications Electrical Reader UHF operating frequency: 902-928MHz Input voltage: 24Vdc, 2.0A Separate Power Supply Input voltage: Nominal 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz AC line current: Nominal 0.5A at 120V Output voltage: Nominal 24Vdc, 2.5A peak Certified limited power source Class 2 Environmental Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing Mechanical Reader Length: 30.5cm (12in) Width (with mounting bracket): 30.
Mercury4 Specifications Supported UHF Tag Protocols EPC Class 1, GEN2EPC Class 0 ISO 18000-6BEPC Class 1 User Memory 64MB DRAM16MB Flash 63
M5 Specifications M5 Specifications Electrical Reader UHF operating frequency: 902-928MHz (NA) Input voltage: 24Vdc, 2.0A Separate Power Supply Input voltage: Nominal 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz AC line current: Nominal 0.5A at 120V Output voltage: Nominal 24Vdc, 2.5A peak Certified limited power source Class 2 Environmental Operating Temperature: 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing Mechanical Reader Length: 30.5cm (12in) Width (with mounting bracket): 30.5cm (12in) Depth: 4.
M5 Specifications Supported UHF Tag Protocols EPC Class 1, GEN2EPC Class 0 ISO 18000-6BEPC Class 1 User Memory 128MB DRAM32MB Flash 65
Compliance, Warranty and IP Notices Compliance, Warranty and IP Notices Regulatory Compliance EMC FCC 47 CFR, Part 15 Industrie Canada RSS-210 Safety UL 60950 CSA C22.2 No 60950 FCC Compliance: This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules for intentional radiators and Class A digital devices when installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual. Following these rules provides reasonable protection against harmful interference from equipment operated in a commercial area.
Compliance, Warranty and IP Notices also reproduce the markings. Any person, other than the Government, who has been provided access to such data must promptly notify ThingMagic, Inc. Copyright Notice: This manual and documentation are reserved under and protected by the copyright laws of the United States by ThingMagic, Inc. Trademark Notice: ThingMagic and the ThingMagic logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of ThingMagic, Inc.
Appendix A: Mercury4 Antenna Information Authorized Antennas In order to comply with FCC requirements for RF exposure safety, a separation distance of at least 22 cm (8.7 in) needs to be maintained between the radiating elements of the antenna and the bodies of nearby persons. Provide strain relief for all reader connections. Note The only antennas authorized by the FCC for use with the Mercury4 reader are in the tables below.
Authorized Antennas Item ThingMagic Dual Antenna Mercury Compact Antenna Model TM-ANT-NA-2C MT-262010-TRLH/K Gain 6 dBi max 6 dBi max Connector Reverse TNC Reverse TNC Item M/A-COM Dual Antenna Matrics General Purpose Antenna Model MANNAT0141 ANT-GPHP Gain 5.9 dBi max. 5.75 dBi max. Connector Reverse TNC Type N Alien Dual Antenna (Circular/Linear) Matrics General Purpose Antenna Model ALR9611-CR+CL ALR9611-CR+CL Gain 6 dBi max. 6 dBi max. Connector Integral 20 ft.
Antenna Cables Antenna Cables The only cables authorized by the FCC for use with the Mercury Readers are in the table below: 25 Foot TNC/TNC 25 Foot TNC/N ThingMagic Part No. TM-CAB-TT-P25 TM-CAB-TN-P25 Length 25 ft. 25 ft. Insertion Loss 3.1 dB min. 3.1 dB min. Connectors Reverse TNC to Reverse TNC Reverse TNC to Type N 6 Foot TNC/TNC 6 Foot TNC/N ThingMagic Part No. TM-CAB-TT-P6 TM-CAB-TN-P6 Length 6 ft. 6 ft. Insertion Loss 0.9 dB min. 0.9 dB min.
Appendix B: M5 Antenna Information Authorized Antennas In order to comply with FCC requirements for RF exposure safety, a separation distance of at least 22 cm (8.7 in) needs to be maintained between the radiating elements of the antenna and the bodies of nearby persons. Provide strain relief for all reader connections. Note The only antennas authorized by the FCC for use with the Mercury5 reader are in the tables below.
Authorized Antennas Item ThingMagic Dual Antenna Model TM-ANT-NA-2CX MT-262010-TRLH/K Gain 7 dBi max 6 dBi max Connector Reverse TNC Reverse TNC Item Model M/A-COM Dual Antenna MANNAT0123 Part No. B-2 Mercury Compact Antenna Matrics General Purpose Antenna ANT-GPHP 250012-001 Gain 6 dBi max. 6 dBi max.
Antenna Cables Antenna Cables The only cables authorized by the FCC for use with the Mercury Readers are in the table below: 25 Foot TNC/TNC 25 Foot TNC/N ThingMagic Part No. TM-CAB-TT-P25 TM-CAB-TN-P25 Length 25 ft. 25 ft. Insertion Loss 3.1 dB min. 3.1 dB min. Connectors Reverse TNC to Reverse TNC Reverse TNC to Type N 6 Foot TNC/TNC 6 Foot TNC/N ThingMagic Part No. TM-CAB-TT-P6 TM-CAB-TN-P6 Length 6 ft. 6 ft. Insertion Loss 0.9 dB min. 0.9 dB min.
