ANTAIRA ARS-7235-AC Series User manual

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ARS-7235-AC Series
Industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wireless Access
Point/Client/Bridge/Repeater/Router
Hardware Manual
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Version 1.0
(November 2020)
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FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy. It may cause harmful interference to radio communications if the equipment is not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Avertissement FCC
Cet équipement a été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites d'un appareil numérique de classe A,
conformément à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçues pour fournir une protection
raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Cet équipement génère,
utilise et peut émettre de l'énergie radiofréquence. Cela peut provoquer des interférences nuisibles aux
communications radio si l'équipement n'est pas installé et utilisé conformément aux instructions.
Cependant, il n'y a aucune garantie qu'aucune interférence ne se produira dans une installation
particulière. Si cet équipement provoque des interférences nuisibles à la réception radio ou télévision, ce
qui peut être déterminé en éteignant puis en rallumant l'équipement, l'utilisateur est encouragé à essayer
de corriger les interférences par une ou plusieurs des mesures suivantes:
●Réorientez ou déplacez l'antenne de réception.
●Augmentez la distance entre l'équipement et le récepteur.
●Connectez l'équipement à une prise sur un circuit différent de celui auquel le récepteur est
connecté.
●Consultez le revendeur ou un technicien radio / TV expérimenté pour obtenir de l'aide.
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CE Mark Warning
This is a Class-A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Avertissement de marque CE
Ceci est un produit de classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, ce produit peut provoquer des
interférences radio, auquel cas l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures adéquates.

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Industrial Wireless Access Points
Industrial-Grade Wireless Access Points
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Hardware Manual
Version 1.0 (November 2020)
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The manual supports the following models:
●ARS-7235-AC
●ARS-7235-AC-T
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This document is the current official release hardware manual. Please check our website
(www.antaira.com) for any updated manual or contact us by e-mail ([email protected]). 

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Table of Contents
1 Overview 1
1.1 Product Hardware Features 1
1.2 Package Contents 1
1.3 Safety Precaution 2
2 Hardware Description 3
2.1 Physical Dimensions 3
2.2 Front View Panel 4
2.3 Top View Panel 5
2.4 LED Indicators 5
2.5 Reset Button 6
2.6 Ethernet Ports 6
2.7 Cabling 7
2.8 Wireless Antenna 8
2.9 Wiring the Power Inputs 8
2.10 Wiring the Fault Alarm Contact 9
2.11 Grounding Note 10
3 Mounting Installation 11
3.1 DIN-Rail Mounting 11
3.2 Wall Mounting 12
4 Hardware Installation 14
4.1 Installation Steps 14
4.2 Maintenance and Service 15
4.3 Troubleshooting 15
5 Technical Specifications 17
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1 Overview
Antaira Technologies’ ARS-7235-AC series is an industrial IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless LAN access
point with added router capabilities. Embedded with the Qualcomm IPQ4029 SoC chipset, it boasts
network robustness, stability, and a wide network coverage with a very low voltage input of 9V. Based on
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, the access point supports high-speed data transmission of up to 867Mbps.
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The ARS-7235-AC series is capable of operating in different modes, which makes it suitable for a wide
variety of wireless applications including long-distance deployments. The unit also allows the user to
position the wireless antennas in a better signal-broadcasting location for improved wireless coverage
and signal strength or simply in a more convenient location.
1.1 Product Hardware Features
System Interface and Performance
- All RJ45 ports support the auto MDI/MDI-X function
- Embedded 2*10/100/1000Tx RJ45 ports
- Qualcomm IPQ4029 SoC
- WLAN supports 2.4G/5GHz Wi-Fi
Product Input
- DC 9~48V redundant, with a 6-pin removal terminal block
- The power input specification complies with the requirements of SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage)
and the power supply should comply with UL 61010-1 & UL 61010-2-201
Operating Temperature
- Standard operating temperature model: -10°C to 60°C
- Extended operating temperature model: -35°C to 70°C
Case / Installation
- IP30 protection metal housing
- DIN-Rail and wall-mount design
1.2 Package Contents
- ARS-7235-AC(-T)
- Quick Installation Guide
- Wall mounting bracket set with screws
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- Set of antennas
1.3 Safety Precaution
Attention: If the DC voltage is supplied by an external circuit, please use a protection device on the power
supply input. The industrial wireless access point’s hardware specs, ports, cabling information, and wiring
installation will be described within this hardware manual.
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Attention: Si la tension CC est fournie par un circuit externe, veuillez utiliser un dispositif de protection sur
l'entrée d'alimentation. Les spécifications matérielles, les ports, les informations de câblage et
l'installation du câblage du point d'accès sans fil industriel seront décrits dans ce manuel du matériel.
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Warning Labels
The caution label means that you should check certain information on the user manual when working
with the device. (Shown in Figure 1.1)
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Étiquettes d'avertissement
L'étiquette d'avertissement signifie que vous devez vérifier certaines informations du manuel d'utilisation
lorsque vous travaillez avec l'appareil. (Illustré à la figure 1.1)
Figure 1.1 - Caution Label
Figure 1.1 - Étiquette de mise en garde
Figure 1.2 - Hot Surface Warning Label
Figure 1.2 - Étiquette d'avertissement de surface chaude
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2 Hardware Description
2.1 Physical Dimensions
Figure 2.1, below, shows the physical dimensions of this product series:
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(W x D x H) is 54mm x 99mm x 142mm
Figure 2.1 - Physical Dimensions
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2.2 Front View Panel
Figure 2.2, below, shows the front panel of the product series:
Figure 2.2 - Front View Panel 
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2.3 Top View Panel
Figure 2.3, below, shows the top panel of the product series:
Figure 2.3 - Top View Panel
2.4 LED Indicators
There are LED light indicators located on the front panel of the industrial wireless access point that
display the power status and network status. Each LED indicator has a different color and has its own
specific meaning, see below in Table 2.1.
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LED
Color
Description
P1
Green
On
Power input 1 is active
Off
Power input 1 is inactive
P2
Green
On
Power input 2 is active
Off
Power input 2 is inactive
Fault
Red
On
Power input 1 or 2 is inactive
Off
Preconfigured alarms are detecting failure
Wi-Fi Signal
Strength
Green/Red
Red
Less than 25% signal strength
Green
LED 2 less than 50% signal strength
Green
LED 3 less than 75% signal strength
Green
LED 4 less than 100% signal strength