Zebra RFD90 Technical Accessory Guide

Zebra RFD90 Technical Accessory Guide

RFD90 Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sleds are engineered to withstand everyday use across a wide variety of harsh conditions, including manufacturing, transportation, and logistics environments, RFD90 Sleds enable rapid inventory counts and increase workflow accuracy, RFD90 Sleds are compatible with almost any mobile device. Zebra eConnex™ adaptors allow you to mount a broad selection of rugged Zebra mobile computers, while the OtterBox uniVERSE adaptor provides support for many third-party smartphones. Integrated Bluetooth 5.3 wireless capability connects to almost any Android, iOS, or Windows device.

The Zebra RFD90 is available in two different variants.

1. RFD9030 Standard-Range Ultra-Rugged Uhf RFID Sled (RFD9031-G30G700-US)

2. RFD9090 Long-Range Ultra-Rugged UHF RFID Sled (RFD9091-G60G700-US)

There are quite a few accessories available for the Zebra RFD90 that will allow you to expand the use of your RFID device.

Cradles that support RFD90 Sleds come in both one-slot and multi-slot options, as well as charge-only and communication variants. One-slot communication cradles have a Micro-USB port for connection to a host PC, while the multi-slot cradles possess an Ethernet port for connection to a corporate network. This connectivity allows you to manage your RFD90 Sleds while in the cradle and provides the ability to set configuration, push out firmware upgrades and monitor device health, so you get more information about your devices with less effort.

Device Charging Cradles: There are various options available for charging cradles for the Zebra RFD90 including both that are charge only or charge + communication.

Single Slot Cradles

1. 1 Slot Charging ShareCradle (CRD1S0T-RFD49-UNIV-CHG-1R)

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-388A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

2. 1 Slot Charging + Communication ShareCradle (CRD1S0T-RFD49-UNIV-COM-1R)

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-388A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

These options are directly for the RFD90 only but there are several options for charging the RFD90 along with the additional mobile computer.

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-388A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

3. Single slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC21/TC26 (CR90-1S0T-TC2-G-01)

4. Single slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC5X (CR90-1S0T-TC5-G-01)

5. Single slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC7X (CR90-1S0T-TC7-G-01)

6. Single slot Charging + Communication ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC21/TC26 (CR90-1S0T-TC2-M-01)

7. Single slot Charging + Communication ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC5X (CR90-1S0T-TC5-M-01)

8. Single slot Charging + Communication ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC7X (CR90-1S0T-TC7-M-01)

Multi Slot Cradles


Multi-slot Cradle For charging up to three RFD90 and spare RFD90 batteries.

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V108W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-382A1-01 or CBL-DC-381A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

1. Multi-Slot Charging ShareCradle - Universal/3rd Party (CRD3S4T-RFD49-UNIV-CHG-1R)

Cradle For charge up to three RFD90 and TC21/TC26 pairings and supports: - RFD90 charging by itself - TC21/TC26 charging by itself - Both RFD90 and TC21/TC26 when attached together, also charges up to four spare RFD90 batteries.

2. Multi-Slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC21/TC26 (CR90-3S4T-TC2-G-01)

3. Multi-Slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC5X (CR90-3S4T-TC5-G-01)

4. Multi-Slot Charging ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC7X (CR90-3S4T-TC7-G-01)

Cradle for charge up to three RFD90. Also provides Ethernet communications to each RFD90 to enable management, firmware updating and device health. Also charges up to four spare RFD90 batteries.

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V108W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-382A1-01 or CBL-DC-381A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

5. Multi-Slot Charge + Ethernet ShareCradle - Universal/3rd Party (CRD3S4T-RFD49-UNIV-COM-1R)

6. Multi-Slot Charge + Ethernet ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC21/TC26(CR90-3S4T-TC2-M-01)

7. Multi-Slot Charge + Ethernet ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC5X (CR90-3S4T-TC5-M-01)

8. Multi-Slot Charge + Ethernet ShareCradle - RFD90 and TC7X (CR90-3S4T-TC7-M-01)

The Base for Attaching the Cradle Cup

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-388A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

1. 1 Slot Charging ShareCradle Base (CRD1S0T-RFD49-BASE-CHG-1R)

2. 1 Slot Charging + Communication ShareCradle Base (CRD1S0T-RFD49-BASE-COM-1R)

Charge-Only Base for attaching up to three Cradle cups. Includes pre-installed 4-Slot Battery Charger for charging up to four spare RFD90 batteries.

Requires Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V108W0WW), DC Line Cord (CBL-DC-382A1-01), and Country Specific Line Cord.

3. Multi-Slot Charging ShareCradle Base (CRD3S4T-RFD49-BASE-CHG-1R)

Charge + Communication Base for attaching up to three Cradle cups. Also provides Ethernet communications to each RFD90 and mobile computer to enable management, firmware updating and device health. Includes pre-installed 4-Slot Battery Charger for charging up to four spare RFD90 batteries.

1. Cradle Cup for RFD90, Universal/3rd Party (CUP-RFD49-UNIV-1R)

2. Cradle Cup for RFD90 and TC21/TC26 (CUP-RFD90-TC2X-1R)

3. Cradle Cup for RFD90 and TC5X (CUP-RFD90-TC5X-1R)

4. Cradle Cup for RFD90 and TC7X (CUP-RFD90-TC7X-1R)

Battery charger and Cables

1. 4-Slot Battery Charger (SAC-TC8X-4SCHG-01)

Note: - When purchasing the charging accessories, be sure to select the appropriate power supply and cords for the charging cradle (available as options and included in the descriptions)

2. Power Supply (PWR-BGA12V50W0WW)

3. DC Power Cord (CBL-DC-388A1-01)

4. Power Cord to power Multi-Slot ShareCradles (CBL-DC-381A1-01)

5. Power Supply to power Multi-Slot ShareCradles (PWR-BGA12V108W0WW)

6. AC Line Cord is for use in North America (23844-00-00R)

7. Single Slot Cradle to PC/Host USB cable (25-124330-01R)

8. Snap-on USB Communication/Charging Cable (CBL-RFD49-USB1-01)

Device Mounts

RFD90 Sleds are compatible with almost any mobile device. Zebra eConnex™ adaptors allow you to mount a broad selection of rugged Zebra mobile computers, while the OtterBox uniVERSE adaptor provides support for many third-party smartphones.

Device Mounts: Device mounts allow you to attach a smart device to the top of your Zebra RFD90. Some of options include:

1. Replacement Blank Cover for eConnex™ Adapter Slot (ADP-RFD90-BLNK-1R)

2. eConnex™ Adapter for TC52ax (ADP-RFD90-TC5X-1E)

3. eConnex™ Adapter for TC7X series (ADP-RFD90-TC7X-1E)

4. Bluetooth Sled Adapter for TC21/TC26 Standard (ADP-RFD90-TC2X-1R)

5. Bluetooth Sled Adapter for TC5X series (ADP-RFD90-TC5X-0R)

6. Bluetooth Sled Adapter for TC7X series (ADP-RFD90-TC7X-1R)

7. Bluetooth Sled Adapter for Otterbox uniVERSE cases (ADP-RFD90-BT-1R)

8. Replacement Screws for Adapters (SG-RFD90-ADPSCRWS-01)

9. Passive (non-charging) Holder (Drop-in Style) (MNT-RFD49-UNPWR-01)

Feb 9th 2023 Viwek Jha

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