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STEP 3 – MOUNT AND POSITION THE READER 1.  To mount the Matrix 400™, use the mounting brackets to obtain the most suitable 
position for the reader. Two of the most common mounting configurations are shown in 
the figures below. Other mounting solutions are provided in par. 3.3. 
Figure 4 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket (Back) 
Figure 5 –Positioning with Mounting Bracket (Side) 
2.  When mounting the Matrix 400™ take into consideration these three ideal label position 
angles: Pitch or Skew 10° to 20° and Tilt 0°, although the reader can read a code at any tilt 
angle. 
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S 
T 
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Figure 6 – Pitch, Skew and Tilt Angles 
Tilt
Pitch
Skew 
Pitch