User's Manual

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User ManualMARS-24ATR
3. Place the Antenna Tuning Probe in the center of the antenna.
4. Using an RF trimming tool adjust the tuning capacitor on the antenna for maximum voltage as measured by the
tuning probe.
5.5.3 optimisAtion of AntennA performAnce
If maximum read distance is important for your application then the antennas have to be protected/shielded from
interference using appropriate mounting material, and then tuned to maximum voltage.
If maximum read distance is not an issue the antennas can still work eectively even if not tuned to maximum
voltage, but the eect will be reduced read range.
The 8.8 m cable will provide a range reduction of between 15% to 20 % in comparison to the 1.5 m standard cable (Refer
Appendix 7.3 Maximum Read-Write Distance).
Refer sectmon 4.2.7 “Antenna Matching, Tuning and Testing” for detailed procedures..