Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Guide

CHAPTER
3-1
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
3
Mounting the Access Point
This chapter describes how to install the 1572 access point and contains the following sections:
•Unpacking the Access Point, page 3-2
•Tools and Hardware Common For All Mounting Options, page 3-3
•Choosing the Mounting Kit, page 3-5
•Strand Mount Kit 1, page 3-7
•Strand Mount Kit 2, page 3-9
•Strand Mount Kit 3, page 3-14
•Pole Mount Kit 1, page 3-19
•Pole Mount Kit 2, page 3-23
•Pole Mount Kit 3, page 3-41

3-2
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Unpacking the Access Point
Unpacking the Access Point
To unpack the access point, follow these steps:
Step 1 Open the shipping container and carefully remove the contents.
Step 2 Return all packing materials to the shipping container, and save it.
Step 3 Ensure that all items listed in the following sections are included in the shipment. If any item is damaged
or missing, notify your authorized Cisco sales representative.
AP1572IC Package Contents
•One AP1572IC series access point
•Grounding Lug kit containing #6 AWG grounding wire with grounding lug (having two holes), and
two M4.0 x 10mm screws
•Oxide inhibitor paste
•Cisco product documentation pointer card
AP1572EC Package Contents
•One AP1572EC series access point
•Grounding Lug kit containing #6 AWG grounding wire with grounding lug (having two holes), and
two M4.0 x 10mm screws
•Two M5.0 x 10mm screws
•Four 10 inch environmental seal tape
•Oxide inhibitor paste
•One PG13.5 cable gland
•Cisco product documentation pointer card
AP1572EAC Package Contents
•One AP1572EAC series access point
•Grounding Lug kit containing #6 AWG grounding wire with grounding lug (having two holes), and
two M4.0 x 10mm screws
•Four 10 inch environmental seal tape
•Oxide inhibitor paste
•Two PG13.5 cable glands
•DC Connector (Cisco Part Number 29-100226-01)

3-3
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Optional AP Hardware
•Cisco product documentation pointer card
Optional AP Hardware
Depending on your requirements, you can order the following optional equipment from Cisco as part of
your shipment:
•Strand mounts kits
•Pole mount kits
•External antennas
•GPS antenna
Tools and Hardware Common For All Mounting Options
The tools and hardware required for each mounting option, is listed in the corresponding sections. The
following tools and materials are required during various stages of installing the AP, for all mounting
options:
•10 mm open end or box wrench, for M6 bolts
•13 mm box-end wrench or socket set, for M8 bolts
•Adjustable wrench with opening up to 33 mm and 28 mm socket.
•0.5 inch or 13 mm wrench (for port plugs)
•Ground lug crimping tool (Panduit CT-720 with CD-720-1 die)
•6-AWG copper ground wire
•Small flat-screwdriver for DC power connector
•Optional shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable with 0.20 to 0.35 in
(0.51 to 0.89 cm) diameter
•Optional Ethernet RJ-45 connector and installation tool
•Optional shielded outdoor-rated DC power cable with 0.20 to 0.35 inch (.0.51 to 0.89 cm) diameter,
rated at 10 amp, 10-16 V DC cable.
•Optional ground rod, as required by local regulations
•Optional ladder, power lift, rope, or other tools as required
•5/16" socket wrench (alternative to M8 bolts) for PMK1 mount clamp
•Installation tool for the steel band straps (AIR-BAND-INST-TL=) for fastening the strap brackets
when using PMK2 and PMK3.

3-4
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Typical Access Point Installation Components
Typical Access Point Installation Components
The access point is designed to be installed in an outdoor environment, such as on exterior walls, off
cable strands, and on vertical and horizontal poles, such as streetlight poles. Carefully review Figure 3-1
to become familiar with the system components, connectors, indicators, cables, system interconnection,
and grounding.
Note The illustrations in this document show all available connections for the access point. Unused
connections are capped with a connector plug to ensure the watertight integrity of the access point,
except for the AC power entry connector on the in AP1572EAC version access point. Liquid-tight
adapters are provided for connector openings, which can be installed before or after deploying the access
point.
When not using the AC input connector to power the in AP1572EAC version (for example when
powering using the Cisco power injector), it is important to cover the AC power entry connector. The
correct cap is Remke part number 75-0086 (http://www.remke.com/). This cap is included with the
AIR-PWRINJ1500-2= power injector. If you are using PoE directly from a switch or powering via DC,
then you will need to order AIR-ACC15-AC-CAP=.
Figure 3-1 Components in a Typical Access Point Installation
352933
1
10 8
9
7
6
5
4
2

3-5
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Choosing the Mounting Kit
Note The access point is designed with consideration for resistance to effects of lightning effects on the access
point electronics. The access point employs lightning arrestor circuitry on the Ethernet and power ports.
On the input Ethernet port, Gas Discharge Tubes (GDT) are used for the Power Entry Module (PEM) to
mitigate lightning effect. On the AC power, GDTs are also used along with fuses to mitigate high-current
condition. For the DC power, a fuse is used to mitigate high current condition.
While not a common practice, the user may want to consider using lightning protection at the antenna
ports for added protection. To meet EN/IEC60950-22 (Clause 4.2) requirements, the installer must
ensure that additional protection is provided external to this equipment to reduce transient surges from
Overvoltage IV to Overvoltage Category II at the AC power input of the access point. The over-voltage
and fault-current protection components used to achieve this protection must comply with the IEC 61643
series of standards. To meet CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-22-07/UL60950-22 requirements, the installer
may use alternative components to provide this additional protection. Those components may comply
with ANSI/IEEE C62.11, CSA Certification Notice No. 516, CSA C22.2 No. 1, or UL 1449. Suitability
of the components for the application must be determined for the intended installation. (For example,
some devices are suitable for installation on the load side of the service entrance only, and some are
suitable for use with cord-connected equipment only.)
Choosing the Mounting Kit
Personnel installing the access point must understand wireless access points and bridging techniques and
grounding methods.
Note • When mounting an access point horizontally or vertically, ensure that the base of the access point,
with the LED indicators, is visible from the ground below the access point.
•Ensure that the access point is mounted in such a way so that all antenna ports and the console port
are accessible for future use.
1Pole or wall on which AP is vertically
mounted.
6Ground
2Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet
(CAT5e or better) cable1
1. User supplied.
7AC power cord2
2. The safety ground wire in the AC power cord must have a ground path to a grounding rod.
3Water drip loop 8Power injector3
3. The shielded Ethernet cable has a ground path through the power injector and the safety ground wire in the AC power cord.
46-AWG copper grounding wire19Shielded Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable1
5Ground rod110 Controller (through a switch)

3-6
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Choosing the Mounting Kit
Depending on the particular AP version, the 1570 Series Access Point can be strand, wall, or pole
mounted. From the following tables, choose a mounting kit for you access point version based on your
mounting scenario.
Table 3-1 Mounting Kits for AP1572IC
AP Orientation AP1572IC is always mounted in a horizontal orientation.
Kit for Strand Mount without Cable Bundle Strand Mount Kit 1 [AIR-ACCSMK1570-1]
Kits for Strand Mount with Cable Bundle Strand Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCSMK1570-2]
Strand Mount Kit 3 [AIR-ACCSMK1570-3]
Kit for Wall, Vertical Pole, Horizontal Pole and
Off-Angle Pole
Pole Mount Kit 3 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-3=]
Table 3-2 Mounting Kits for AP1572EC
AP Orientation AP1572EC can be mounted in horizontal and vertical
orientations. However, Strand Mount Kit 1 is not supported.
Kits for Strand Mount with Cable Bundle Strand Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCSMK1570-2]
Strand Mount Kit 3 [AIR-ACCSMK1570-3]
Kit for Vertical Pole Pole Mount Kit 1 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-1]
(poles of diameter 2 to 6 inches)
Pole Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-2=]
(poles of diameter 2 to 16 inches)
Kit for Wall, Horizontal Pole, and Off-Angle Pole Pole Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-2=]
Kit for Wall, Vertical Pole, Horizontal Pole and
Off-Angle Pole
Pole Mount Kit 3 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-3=]
Table 3-3 Mounting Kits for AP1572EAC
AP Orientation AP1572EAC is always mounted in a vertical orientation. It is
not mounted on cable strands.
Kit for Vertical Pole Pole Mount Kit 1 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-1]
(poles of diameter 2 to 6 inches)
Pole Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-2=]
(poles of diameter 2 to 16 inches)
Kit for Wall, Horizontal Pole, and Off-Angle Pole Pole Mount Kit 2 [AIR-ACCPMK1570-2=]

3-7
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 1
Strand Mount Kit 1
The Strand Mount Kit 1 (abbreviated as SMK1) is for mounting the AP directly to a cable strand, when
there is no cable bundle. SMK1 consists of two single-piece clamps, which clamp the cable strand across
the back of the access point. As the cable strand runs directly across the back surface of the AP, there is
no space left between the back surface of the AP and the cable strand.
For instructions on mounting an AP using SMK1, see Strand Mounting Using SMK1, page 3-7.
Strand Mounting Using SMK1
When mounting the access point on a cable strand where you don’t have to accommodate a cable bundle,
you can use the SMK1 strand mount kit.
Note The access point must be installed on a cable strand by a professional cable installer.
Table 3-1 lists the materials you need to strand mount the AP using SMK1.
Table 3-1 Materials Needed to Mount the AP using SMK1
To mount the access point, follow these steps:
Step 1 Hold the AP’s back surface up against the support cable, and ensure that the cable runs through one of
the three sets of cable grooves.
When installing external antennas, which are mounted on the AP using an additional antenna bracket,
the AP may tilt to one side due to the uneven weight distribution. To counteract this tilt, three sets of
cable grooves are provided on the back surface of the AP. This allows you to run the cable through
different sets of the grooves so as to adjust the cable’s position against the AP’s back surface, and thereby
counter the tilt.
Material Needed In Kit?
SMK1 strand mount kit Yes
Four M8 x16mm button-head bolts, and its washers Yes
5 mm hex wrench No

3-8
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 1
Figure 3-2 AP Back Surface with Cable Strand in Cable Grooves
Step 2 Clamp the cable using the SMK1 cable clamps. Secure each clamp with two M8 x16mm bolts (with lock
washers) on the back surface of the access point (see Figure 3-2). Hand-tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 ft.lbf
(17.6 to 20.3 Nm).
Note The strand support cable and the SMK1 kit together provide the grounding for the access point.
1Cable Strand/Support Cable running
though center cable grooves.
2Screw holes for the M8 x16mm button-head
bolts, to fasten the SMK1 cable clamp to the
AP.
3SMK1 cable clamp, already installed,
with supporting cable running through
center groove.
4Two M8 x16mm button-head bolts used to
fasten each SMK1 cable clamp.
353257
1
2
2
3
4
1
4

3-9
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 2
Step 3 Continue with installing antennas, connecting the data cables, grounding the access point, and powering
the access point. For information on these, see Chapter 4, “Installing Other Components.”
Strand Mount Kit 2
The Strand Mount Kit 2 (abbreviated as SMK2) can accommodate a 1.75 inch cable bundle between the
support cable strand and the back surface of the AP. The SMK2 allows a distance of 2.42 inches from
the back surface of the AP to the center of the cable strand (see Figure 3-4).
The SMK2 consists of these parts:
•Strand mount cable brackets (see Figure 3-5)
•Cable clamps (see Figure 3-5)
•5/16"-18 bolt for fastening the cable clamps to the strand mount cable bracket (see Figure 3-5)
For instructions on mounting an AP using SMK2, see Strand Mounting Using SMK2, page 3-10.
Figure 3-3 SMK2 Cable Clamps and Cable Bracket Assembly Dimensions in inches [and millimeters]
353374
88.4
3.48
103.2
4.06
61.572
2.42
63.5
2.50

3-10
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 2
Figure 3-4 AP Mounted Using SMK2 - Dimensions in inches [and millimeters]
Strand Mounting Using SMK2
When mounting the access point on a cable strand where you need to accommodate a cable bundle also,
you must use SMK2 strand mount kit.
Note The access point must be installed on a cable strand by a professional cable installer.
Table 3-2 lists the materials you need to strand mount the AP using SMK2.
Table 3-2 Materials Needed to Mount the AP using SMK2
To mount the access point, follow these steps:
61.6
353703
2.42
200.7
7.90
Material Needed In Kit?
SMK2 strand mount kit Yes
Four M8 x16mm button-head bolts, and its washers Yes
5 mm hex wrench No
13 mm box-end wrench No

3-11
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 2
Step 1 Assemble the cable clamps to the cable bracket, on both cable brackets (see Figure 3-5). You should
hand-tighten the nuts sufficiently enough to only prevent them from falling off.
Figure 3-5 Assembling Cable Clamps on Cable Bracket
Step 2 Secure each cable bracket with two M8 x16 bolts (with lock washers) on the back surface of the access
point. (Figure 3-7). Hand-tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 lb.ft (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).
Tip When installing external antennas, which are mounted on the AP using an additional antenna bracket,
the AP may tilt to one side due to the uneven weight distribution. To counteract this tilt, elongated M8x16
bolt holes are provided on the cable bracket. This allows you to adjust the cable brackets’ position
against the AP’s back surface, to cancel the tilt.
15/16"-18 bolt 2Cable Clamps
35/16"-18 nut 4M8 x16mm bolt
5Cable Bracket
353373
5
4
1
2
3

3-12
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 2
Figure 3-6 Cable Brackets Attached to Back Surface of Access Point
15/16"-18 bolt, flange washer, and cable
clamps on the cable bracket
2Cable bracket assembly
3Elongated M8x16 bolt holes for tilt
adjustment
4M8 x16mm button-head bolts, which fasten
the cable bracket assembly to the AP.
353256
1
4
23

3-13
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 2
Step 3 Place the cable bracket, attached to the AP, on the cable strand, with each pair of cable clamps clamping
on to the cable strand. Then, tighten the cable clamps by tightening the two 5/16"-18 nuts to 13 to 15 lb.ft
(17.6 to 20.3 Nm). See Figure 3-7.
Figure 3-7 Attaching the Cable Mount Brackets to the Cable Strand
Note During installation, the cable strand/support cable might have to be pulled away from the fiber
or cable bundle. Be sure to resecure the cable after installation.
1Cable Strand/Support Cable running
though center cable grooves
2Cable bracket assembly
35/16"-18 bolt, flange washer, and
cable clamps, which clamp the
support cable to the cable bracket
4M8 x16mm button-head bolts, which fasten the
cable bracket assembly to the AP.
353255
13
2
4

3-14
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 3
Note The strand support cable and the SMK2 kit together provide the grounding for the access point.
Step 4 Continue with installing antennas, connecting the data cables, grounding the access point, and powering
the access point. For information on these, see Chapter 4, “Installing Other Components.”
Strand Mount Kit 3
The Strand Mount Kit 3 (abbreviated as SMK3) is used when you have large external antennas mounted
to the AP using external antenna mounts such as AIR-ACCAMK1=. The SMK3 can accommodate a
3.6 inch cable bundle between the support cable strand and the back surface of the AP (see Figure 3-9).
The SMK3 can also accommodate up to 10 degrees of strand/cable droop.
The SMK3 consists of these parts:
•Height-adjustable strand mount cable brackets (see Figure 3-10)
•Cable clamps (see Figure 3-10)
•Fasteners (see Figure 3-10)
For instructions on mounting an AP using SMK3, see Strand Mounting Using SMK3, page 3-15.
Figure 3-8 SMK3 Cable Clamps and Cable Bracket Assembly Dimensions in inches [and millimeters]
353440
[118.4 - 80.3]
4.66 - 3.16
128.2
5.05
[91.4 - 53.3]
3.60 - 2.10
82.8
3.26

3-15
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 3
Figure 3-9 AP Mounted Using SMK3 - Dimensions in inches [and millimeters]
Strand Mounting Using SMK3
When mounting the access point on a cable strand where you need to accommodate a cable bundle also,
you must use SMK3 strand mount kit.
Note The access point must be installed on a cable strand by a professional cable installer.
Table 3-2 lists the materials you need to strand mount the AP using SMK3.
Table 3-3 Materials Needed to Mount the AP using SMK2
To mount the access point, follow these steps:
Step 1 Assemble the cable clamps to the cable bracket, on both cable brackets (see Figure 3-10).
Set the height of the cable brackets as required.
You should hand-tighten the cable clamp nuts sufficiently enough to only prevent them from falling off.
353704
[91.4 - 53.3]
3.60 - 2.10
200.7
7.90
Material Needed In Kit?
SMK3 strand mount kit Yes
Four M8 x16mm button-head bolts, and its washers Yes
5 mm hex wrench No
13 mm box-end wrench No

3-16
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 3
Figure 3-10 Assembling Cable Clamps on Cable Bracket
Step 2 Secure each cable bracket with two M8 x16 bolts (with lock washers) on the back surface of the access
point. (Figure 3-12). Hand-tighten the bolts to 13 to 15 lb.ft (17.6 to 20.3 Nm).
Tip When installing external antennas, which are mounted on the AP using an additional antenna bracket,
the AP may tilt to one side due to the uneven weight distribution. To counteract this tilt, elongated M8x16
bolt holes are provided on the cable bracket. This allows you to adjust the cable brackets’ position
against the AP’s back surface, to cancel the tilt.
353439
1
2
3
4
5
15/16"-18 bolt 2Cable Clamps
35/16"-18 nut with washer 4M8 x16mm bolt
55/16"-18 bolt and nut for the
height-adjustable cable bracket

3-17
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 3
Figure 3-11 Cable Brackets Attached to Back Surface of Access Point
1Height-adjustable cable brackets. 2
and
3
5/16"-18 bolts and holes used for adjusting
the height of the cable brackets.
4M8x16 mm button-head bolts in
elongated holes for tilt adjustment.
These fasten the cable bracket assembly
to the AP.
55/16"-18 bolt, flange washer, and cable
clamps on the cable bracket.
353441
5
1
2
3
4

3-18
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Strand Mount Kit 3
Step 3 Place the cable bracket, attached to the AP, on the cable strand, with each pair of cable clamps clamping
on to the cable strand. Then, tighten the cable clamps by tightening the two 5/16"-18 nuts to 13 to 15 lb.ft
(17.6 to 20.3 Nm). See Figure 3-12.
Figure 3-12 Attaching the Cable Mount Brackets to the Cable Strand
Note During installation, the cable strand/support cable might have to be pulled away from the fiber
15/16"-18 bolt, flange washer, and
cable clamps, which clamp the
support cable to the height-adjustable
cable bracket
45/16"-18 bolt and nut for the height-adjustable
cable bracket
2Cable bracket assembly 5M8 x16mm button-head bolts, which fasten the
cable bracket assembly to the AP
3Cable Strand/Support Cable running
though center cable grooves
65/16"-18 bolt and nut for the height-adjustable
cable bracket
353476
3
4
2
1
6
5

3-19
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Pole Mount Kit 1
or cable bundle. Be sure to resecure the cable after installation.
Note The strand support cable and the SMK2 kit together provide the grounding for the access point.
Step 4 Continue with installing antennas, connecting the data cables, grounding the access point, and powering
the access point. For information on these, see Chapter 4, “Installing Other Components.”
Pole Mount Kit 1
The Pole Mount Kit 1 (abbreviated as PMK1) can be used to vertically mount the AP on a vertical pole.
Poles of diameter ranging from 2 to 6 inches (50 to 152 mm) are supported. PMK1 consists of a
one-piece pole mount bracket, and two adjustable steel band straps.
Figure 3-13 shows the one-piece pole mount bracket PMK1 kit.
Note PMK1 maintains a very low profile with only a 1.0 inch clearance between the pole and the AP.

3-20
Cisco Aironet 1570 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide
OL-32138-01
Chapter 3 Mounting the Access Point
Pole Mount Kit 1
Figure 3-13 PMK1 One-Piece Pole Mounting Bracket
For mounting the AP using PMK1, see Pole Mounting Using PMK1, page 3-20.
Pole Mounting Using PMK1
You can use PMK1 for vertically mounting the AP on vertical poles, with diameters ranging from 2 to 6
inches (50 to 152 mm). Ensure that you have the materials listed in Table 3-4 to mount the AP.
Table 3-4 Materials Needed to Mount the AP using PMK1
1 and 3 Key hole slots for the four M8 x 12mm hex
head bolts, using which the AP is mounted on
PMK1
2 and 4 Slots for passing the steel band straps through.
4
2
352930
3
1
Material Needed In Kit?
One PMK1 pole mount bracket Yes
Four M8 x12mm hex head bolts with built-in washers Yes
Two stainless steel band straps (adjustable to fit poles of 2– 6
inches, 50–152 mm). These band straps have a
pull-lock-tighten system.
Yes
13 mm box-end wrench No
5/16 socket head wrench for tightening the steel band straps No