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Adjusting the antenna
If necessary, use the antenna adjustment tool
(shipped with the Handheld) to carefully adjust the
swivel tightness of the Handheld antenna.
If the antenna is too loose
Use
the antenna adjustment tool to tighten (turn
clockwise) the antenna adjustment screw slightly until
the antenna swivels properly.
Be careful to only turn the adjustment screw the
minimum amount needed to tighten the Handheld
antenna swivel.
If the antenna is too tight
Use
the antenna adjustment tool to loosen (turn
counterclockwise) the antenna adjustment screw
slightly until the antenna swivels properly.
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Antenna
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djustment
Screw
Antenna
Adjustment
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Figure 8: Use the antenna adjustment tool to
adjust the antenna.
Cleaning the Handheld
The Handheld may need occasional cleaning.
IMPORTANT NOTE!
Do not over tighten the antenna adjustment screw.
Over tightening the antenna adjustment screw may
damage the Handheld.
Gently rub the Handheld with a soft cloth dampened with a mild cleaning
solution. Make sure that no liquids enter the Handheld case.
DO NOT spray cleaning solution directly on the Handheld.
Storing the Handheld
IMPORTANT NOTE!
During storage, the Handheld continues to use a small
amount of battery power. Over time (approximately 2-3
days), the battery can lose its charge.
If you plan to store the Handheld for more than a day
Using the Change Battery function, remove the battery from
the Handheld.
If you store the Handheld for more than 10 days without
a battery, you may have to reset the date and time.
For instructions on setting the date and time, see
Using the 3M™ Handheld RFID Reader for the first time
on page 6.
Alw
ays use the Change Battery function
when you remove the battery.
If you do not use the Change Battery function
when removing the battery, you may lose
collected data and/or corrupt the memory card.