User's Manual

FX7500
RFID READER
QUICK START
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MN000070A04 Revision B — July 2016
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Introduction
FX7500 Series readers provide real time, seamless tag processing for EPC
Class1 Gen2 compliant tags. This Quick Start Guide provides information
about installing and connecting the reader. For more information refer to the
FX Series RFID Readers Integrator Guide, available at:
http://www.zebra.com/support
.
Reader Installation
1. Unpack the reader.
2. Set up the reader and tags on a desktop.
3. Connect the antenna to antenna Port 1.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.
Connecting the reader to a subnet that supports DHCP is recommended.
This installation procedure is not guaranteed to work if DHCP is disabled
in the reader and if the reader is connected directly to a PC.
5. Connect the AC power supply to a power outlet and connect to the power
port.
The green power LED remains lit after successful installation.
Connecting to the Reader
To connect via host name:
1. Open a browser. Recommended browsers are IE10 (disabling
Compatibility View is recommended), Chrome v29, and FireFox 24.
2. Enter the host name, provided on a label on the reader, in the browser
(e.g., http://fx7500cd3b0d) and press Enter. The User Login window
appears and the reader is ready.
Additional Information
Following are links to additional information and software:
• Product Manuals:
http://www.zebra.com/support
This page includes the following guides:
- FX7500 RFID Reader Quick Start Guide (p/n MN000070xxx)
- FX7500 RFID Reader Integrator Guide (p/n MN000026xxx)
- RFID Reader Software Interface Control Guide (p/n 72E-131718-xx)
- RFID Demo Applications User Guide (p/n 72E-160038-xx)
• Data Sheet: http://www.zebra.com/FX7500.
• PowerSession and other related software:
http://www.zebra.com/support
.
Regulatory Information
This provides information for the Zebra, FX series RFID Reader products,
Regulatory Model No: FX7500. For information on setting up and using the reader, refer
to the FX Series RFID Reader Integration Guide at
http://www.zebra.com/support
.
All Zebra devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations
they are sold and will be labeled as required. Local language translations are available
at the following website: http://www.zebra.com/support
.
Zebra devices must be professionally installed. The Radio Frequency Output Power will
not exceed the maximum allowable limit for the country of operation. Any changes or
modifications to Zebra equipment, not expressly approved by Zebra, could void the
authority to operate the equipment.
Regulatory Certification
The device is compliant with the following values and antenna characteristics:
Antennas
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could cause damage and may violate regulations.
Health and Safety Recommendations
Warning for Use of Wireless Devices
Please observe all warning notices with regard to the usage of wireless devices.
Potentially Hazardous Atmospheres
You are reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio devices in fuel
depots, chemical plants etc. and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles
(such as grain, dust, or metal powders).
Safety in Hospitals
Wireless devices transmit radio frequency energy and may affect medical
electrical equipment. When installed adjacent to other equipment, it is
advised to verify that the adjacent equipment is not adversely affected.
Use With Hearing Aids
When some wireless devices are used near some hearing devices (hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference noise, and wireless
devices also vary in the amount of interference they generate. In the event of
interference you may want to consult your hearing aid supplier to discuss solutions.
Other Medical Devices
Please consult your physician or the manufacturer of the medical device, to determine if
the operation of your wireless product may interfere with the medical device.
FCC / EU RF Exposure Guidelines
Safety Information
Reducing RF Exposure - Use Properly
Only operate the device in accordance with the instructions supplied.
International
The device complies with internationally recognized standards covering human
exposure to electromagnetic fields from radio devices. For information on "International"
human exposure to electromagnetic fields refer to the Zebra Declaration of Conformity
(DoC) at http://www.zebra.com/doc
.
For further information on the safety of RF energy from wireless devices, see
http://responsibility.zebra.com/index.php/downloads/
, which is located under Wireless
Communications and Health.
US and Canada
To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, antennas that are mounted externally
at remote locations or operating near users at stand-alone desktop or similar
configurations must operate with a minimum separation distance of 34 cm from all
persons.
EU
To comply with EU RF exposure requirements, antennas that are mounted externally at
remote locations or operating near users at stand-alone desktop or similar
configurations must operate with a minimum separation distance of 34 cm from all
persons.
Power Supply
This device must be powered from an 802.3af or 802.3at compliant power source which
has been certified by the appropriate agencies, or by a Zebra approved UL LISTED ITE
(IEC/EN60950-1) power supply with electrical ratings: Output 24Vdc, min 3.25A, with a
recommended ambient temperature of at least 40 degrees C. Use of alternative power
supply will invalidate any approvals given to this unit and may be dangerous.
Air Handling Space Applications
This device is suitable for use in Environmental Air Handling Space (EAHS) in
accordance with Section 300-22(c) of the National Electric Code, and Sections 2-128,
12-010(3) and 12-100 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 21, CSA C22.1.
All Cables intended for interconnecting the FX7500 to other devices shall be suitable
rated for use in Environmental Air Handling Space per UL 2043.
Devices such as Power Adapters, PoE (Power Injectors), antennas shall not be installed
in the Environmental Air Handling Space unless they are suitable for use in the EAHS
per UL 2043.
Wireless Devices Country Approvals
Regulatory markings, subject to certification, are applied to the device signifying the
radio is approved for use in the following countries: United States, Canada, Japan,
China, South Korea, Australia, and Europe
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Please refer to the Zebra Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for details of other country
markings. This is available at http://www.zebra.com/doc
.
Operation of the device without regulatory approval is illegal.
Note
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: Europe includes, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy,
Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the
United Kingdom.
Country Selection - Worldwide Version Only
Select only the country in which you are using the device. Any other selection will make
the operation of this device illegal.
NOTE This step is not required for networks supporting
Power-over-Ethernet (POE).
NOTE Connect the reader to a network that supports host
name registration and lookup to ensure the network can
access the reader using the host name. For instance,
some networks can register host names through DHCP.
When first connecting to the reader, it is recommended to
keep DHCP enabled in both the PC and in the reader,
although it is not guaranteed that host name will work all
the time.
As an alternative to using the host name on the reader
label, construct it using the reader MAC address on the
bottom of the reader. To do this, enter the prefix FX7500,
followed by the last six characters of the MAC address.
For example, for a MAC address of 0023683BA63A, use
the prefix FX7500, followed by 3BA63A.
Enter http://FX75003BA63A in the browser address bar
to access the reader.
Port 1 Port 2 Port 3 Port 4 GPI
Antenna Port 1
Port 4 GPIO 24 VDC
Power
10/100BaseT Ethernet Port
(with POE)
FX7500 US and Canada EU Taiwan
Max Conducted RF
Power at Antenna
Input
+ 30.0dBm with +
6.0dBiL max gain
antenna or +
29.36dBm with +
6.6dBiL max gain
antenna
+29.2 dBm + 29.79dBm with +
6.0dBiL max gain
antenna or +
29.36dBm with +
6.6dBiL max gain
antenna
Max Antenna Gain
Allowed
+ 6.6dBiL +5.5 dBiL + 6.6dBiL
Max Radiated Power
Allowed
4W EIRP 2W ERP 4W EIRP
Antenna Type Circularly Polarized
Plate
N/A Circularly Polarized
Plate
Draft 2