extronics iWAP300 Installation instructions

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Installation & Operating Manual
iWAP300

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Document Number 316134 (See Last Page for Revision Details)
©2006 Extronics Limited. This document is Copyright Extronics limited.
Extronics reserve the right to change this manual and its contents without notice, the latest
version applies.

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Contents
1Introduction.......................................................................................................... 4
2Safety Information and Notes.............................................................................. 5
2.1 Storage of this Manual ................................................................................. 5
2.2 List of Notes ................................................................................................. 5
3Installation and Setting-to-Work .......................................................................... 6
3.1 Installation.................................................................................................... 6
3.1.1 Removing the cover.............................................................................. 6
3.1.2 Fitting the cables................................................................................... 6
3.1.3 Mains Variant Cable Installation............................................................ 7
3.1.4 Fibre Ethernet Input .............................................................................. 9
3.1.5 24VDC Variant Cable Installation.......................................................... 9
3.1.6 Fibre Ethernet Input .............................................................................11
3.1.7 Thermostat Control ..............................................................................11
3.1.8 Fitting the antennas..............................................................................11
3.1.9 Mounting The Antennas.......................................................................12
3.1.10 Setting to work .....................................................................................12
4Intended Purpose Usage....................................................................................13
4.1 Transportation and Storage.........................................................................13
4.2 Authorized Persons.....................................................................................13
4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance..........................................................................13
4.4 Safety Precautions......................................................................................13
4.5 Cleaning and Maintenance Intervals...........................................................14
4.6 Aggressive substances and environments..................................................14
4.7 Exposure to external stresses.....................................................................14
5Technical Data ...................................................................................................15
5.1 Specification................................................................................................15
5.2 Enclosure Dimensions.................................................................................16
6Type Codes........................................................................................................17
7Manual Revision.................................................................................................18

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1 Introduction
The iWAP300 Universal Industrial Access Point Enclosure is designed to deploy
wireless networks in harsh, wet and corrosive environments. The concept allows
installation of equipment from leading WLAN vendors such as Aeroscout, Meru,
Symbol, Cisco, Firetide and many others. Each type of Access Point or RF
transmitting device is rigorously checked and tested by Extronics to ensure that
the vendors equipment is suited. This means that you can effectively use the
vendor of your choice when you want to extend your WLAN to your plant areas
where protection against the elements is essential.
The Extronics iWAP300 is designed for use with Extronics extensive range of
antennas for optimum coverage. Optional features include surge arrestors for
lightening suppression in outdoor installations and multimode fibre inputs for the
Ethernet, enclosure heater for low temperature and anti-condensation plus the
option of plug and socket cable entry instead of cable glands.

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2 Safety Information and Notes
2.1 Storage of this Manual
Keep this user manual safe and in the vicinity of the device. All persons who have to work on
or with the device should be advised on where the manual is stored.
2.2 List of Notes
The notes supplied in this chapter provide information on the following.
•Danger / Warning.
oPossible hazard to life or health.
•Caution
oPossible damage to property.
•Important
oPossible damage to enclosure, device or associated equipment.
•Information
oNotes on the optimum use of the device
Warning! The iWAP300 must not be operated in the hazardous area.
Important The technical data indicated on the iWAP enclosure must be observed.
Important Changes in the design and modifications to the equipment are not
permitted. This includes adding or removing heaters/fans which were
installed by Extronics Ltd. Changing the pre installed Access points
and/or MESH routers is NOT permitted.
Important The iWAP300 shall be operated as intended and only in an undamaged
condition.
Caution When powering the iWAP300 via POE do not apply an external power
supply to the protection board.
Caution Never power the iWAP300 (if fans and/or heaters are installed) via POE.

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3 Installation and Setting-to-Work
3.1 Installation
The iWAP300 is simple to install and can be secured directly to suitable surface
using the mounting holes on the Enclosure.
3.1.1 Removing the cover
Unscrew the four screws and remove the enclosure lid.
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Diagram 3.1.1
3.1.2 Fitting the cables
Depending on the configuration of the iWAP300, the connections for power and
communication will need to be terminated into the enclosure via the correct cable
entries shown in Diagram 3.1.1.
The cables used to connect the power and/or Ethernet connection to the PCB screw
terminals must conform to the following specification;
All wires should be stripped and, if stranded cable is used, should be crimped using
2.5mm bootlace ferrules. The stripped/crimped wires should then be placed into the
corresponding screw terminal and securely screwed in place.
If using solid core cable;
Minimum cross section of cable = 0.2mm
2
Maximum cross section of cable = 2.5mm
2
Lid
screws
Lid
screws
Ethernet
Cable Entry
5.8 GHz
Antenna
Connections
Top Row
2.4GHz
Antenna
Connections
Bottom Row
AC/DC Power
Cable Entry

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If using crimped stranded core cable;
Minimum cross section of cable = 0.25mm
2
Maximum cross section of cable = 1.5mm
2
IMPORTANT! All cables should be connected to the iWAP300 via the correct
cable gland, fitted by a competent person.
IMPORTANT! Changes in the design and modifications to the equipment are not
permitted. This includes adding heaters/fans which are not
installed at the factory.
Important The installer MUST ensure that that all cables have adequate
mechanical protection to avoid damage to the wires.
3.1.3 Mains Variant Cable Installation
Diagram 3.1.2 shows the connectors on the mains variant of the iWAP300. Table
3.1.3 describes the pin out connection required for operation. There are two blocks of
screw terminals and one RJ45 connector. The Ethernet input screw terminals are
wired in parallel with the RJ45 connector. Do not make an Ethernet connection to the
RJ45 connector and the screw terminals at the same time, the installer should use
only one of these connectors.
Follow the instructions in section 3.1.2 to correctly prepare the cables and feed them
through the correct cable gland. Follow table 3.1.3 to connect the correct cable to the
correct screw terminal. If using the RJ45 connector instead of the screw terminals
simply connect the Cat-5 cable to the connector and ensure the cable is securely in
place.
Caution Only ever make one Ethernet cable to either the RJ45 connector or
Ethernet screw terminals – NEVER both.

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Diagram 3.1.2 – Mains Variant iWAP300 PCB
Connector Description Notes
110/230VAC
input These screw terminals allow the connection of a 110/230VAC power supply. Pinouts are; 1 = Live, 2 =
Neutral, 3 = Earth.
Chassis Earth There are two terminals which allow a connection to
earth. When the iWAP300 is delivered one of these
terminals will be connected to the enclosure. The
second earth terminal spare.
Ethernet Input
(Terminals) Connect a Cat-5 cable to these screw terminals for the connection of the Ethernet input. The pinouts on this
terminal correspond with the standard cat-5
TIA/EIA-568-B T568B wiring methods. If powering via
POE this is where the power supply will come from.
Only one Ethernet input
should be made, only use
either the terminals or
RJ45 connector NOT
both.
Ethernet Input
(RJ45) This allows the connection of a standard Cat-5 cable with plugs. Only one Ethernet input should be made, only use
either the terminals or
RJ45 connector NOT
both.
Table 3.1.3 – iWAP300 Mains Variant Pinouts
Important Only connectors 110/230VAC Input, Chassis Earth and Ethernet Input
(Terminals or RJ45) are user serviceable. The end user should not
connect, disconnect or alter the wiring on any other connector!
Ethernet Input
(RJ45) Ethernet Input (Screw Terminals) Chassis Earth 110/230VAC Input

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Caution When powering the iWAP300 via POE do not apply an external power
supply to the protection board.
Caution Never power the iWAP300 (if fans and/or heaters are installed) via POE.
3.1.4 Fibre Ethernet Input
Important When connecting the access point via a fibre connection do not use
any of the two Ethernet inputs of connectors.
To obtain greater wired link distances the iWAP300 can be shipped with an optional
fibre module. The fibre module will be connected directly to the access point, the user
should attach the fibre cable directly to the fibre module using a multimode fibre
cable on an ST connector.
3.1.5 24VDC Variant Cable Installation
Diagram 3.1.3 shows the connectors on the mains variant of the iWAP300. Table
3.1.3 describes the pin out connection required for operation. There are two blocks of
screw terminals and one RJ45 connector. The Ethernet input screw terminals are
wired in parallel with the RJ45 connector. Do not make an Ethernet connection to the
RJ45 connector and the screw terminals at the same time, the installer should use
only one of these connectors.
Follow the instructions in section 3.1.2 to correctly prepare the cables and feed them
through the correct cable gland. Follow table 3.1.3 to connect the correct cable to the
correct screw terminal. If using the RJ45 connector instead of the screw terminals
simply connect the Cat-5 cable to the connector and ensure the cable is securely in
place.
Caution Only ever connect one Ethernet cable to either the RJ45 connector or
Ethernet screw terminals.

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Diagram 3.1.3 – 24V Variant iWAP300 PCB
Connector Description Notes
24VDC input These screw terminals allow the connection of a
24VDC power supply. Pinouts are; 1 = +24V, 2 =
0V/GND, 3 = Earth/cable outer sheath.
Chassis Earth There are two terminals which allow a connection to
earth. When the iWAP300 is delivered from
Extronics’ factory one of these terminals will be
connected to the enclosure. The second earth
terminal spare.
Ethernet Input
(Terminals) Connect a Cat-5 cable to these screw terminals for the connection of the Ethernet input. The pinouts on
this terminal correspond with the standard Cat-5
TIA/EIA-568-B T568B wiring methods.
Only one Ethernet input
should be made, only use
either the terminals or RJ45
connector NOT both.
Ethernet Input
(RJ45) This allows the connection of a standard Cat-5 cable with plugs. Only one Ethernet input should be made, only use
either the terminals or RJ45
connector NOT both.
Table 3.1.3 – iWAP300 24VDC Variant Pinouts
Ethernet Input
(RJ45) Ethernet Input (Screw Terminals) Chassis Earth 24 VDC Input