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RW 2000 Series
Installation Guide
Document Version 12.0
June 2023

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................5
1.1 Scope of This Document.........................................................................................5
1.2 RADWIN 2000-Plus Family Overview .....................................................................5
1.2.1 Outdoor Units (ODUs)......................................................................................6
1.2.2 Method of Operation ......................................................................................13
1.2.3 Management Tools.........................................................................................16
1.3 What’s New in the Latest Release ........................................................................16
1.4 Notification Notations............................................................................................16
2. Safety Practices and Provisions ..................................................................................18
2.1 General.................................................................................................................18
2.2 Grounding............................................................................................................. 18
2.3 Protection against Lightning..................................................................................18
2.4 Preventing Overexposure to RF Energy................................................................18
2.5 Internal ESD Protection Circuits............................................................................19
2.6 High Voltage .........................................................................................................19
3. Installation Steps......................................................................................................... 20
3.1 General Order of Operations................................................................................. 20
3.2 Preparing a Laptop ............................................................................................... 21
3.3 Connecting the Laptop to an ODU ........................................................................21
3.3.1 Connecting a Laptop to 2000‐Plus (LFF, SFF and Alpha 6.4) ODUs..............22
3.3.2 Connecting a Laptop to RADWIN 2000 Alpha INT ODUs...............................23
3.3.3 Connecting a Laptop to RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODUs.............................23
3.3.4 Connecting a Laptop to RADWIN 2000 E ODUs............................................24
3.4 Configuring the ODUs for Connectivity..................................................................24
3.4.1 Configuring RADWIN 2000‐Plus (LFF or SFF ODUs for Connectivity ............25
3.4.2 Configuring RADWIN 2000, Alpha EMB and RADWIN 2000 Alpha INT ODUs
(3.x, 5.x and 6.4) for Connectivity................................................................................27
3.4.3 Configuring RADWIN 2000 E ODUs for Connectivity.....................................28
3.5 Checking Items to be Installed ..............................................................................30
3.6 Preparing Tools.....................................................................................................31
3.7 Installing the Standard Mounting Kit and Mounting the ODUs...............................31
3.7.1 Standard Mounting Kit Description....................Error! Bookmark not defined.
3.7.2 Installing the Standard Mounting Kit on a Vertical Pole ..................................31
3.7.3 Installing the Standard Mounting Kit on a Horizontal PoleError! Bookmark not
defined.
3.7.4 Installing the Standard Mounting Kit on a Wall ..Error! Bookmark not defined.

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3.7.5 Mounting an ODU on a Standard Mounting Kit ..............................................39
3.7.6 Mounting the Dish Antenna and Bracket on a Standard Mounting Kit ............44
3.8 Installing the RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB Mounting Kit and Mounting the ODUs....44
3.8.1 Installing the RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB Mounting Kit ...................................44
3.8.2 Mounting the RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODU...............................................46
3.9 Mounting Alpha Connectorized ODUs...................................................................48
3.10 Protecting ODUs through Grounding and Lightning Protection Units ....................50
3.10.1 Before You Start.............................................................................................50
3.10.2 Grounding the ODUs .....................................................................................57
3.10.3 Mounting and Connecting the LPUs...............................................................57
3.10.4 Grounding the ODUs .....................................................................................58
3.10.5 Mounting and Connecting the LPUs...............................................................61
3.11 Connecting the ODUs to an External Antenna ...................................................... 66
3.11.1 Connecting LFF and SFF ODUs to an External Antenna ...............................66
3.11.2 Connecting RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODUs to an External Antenna...........67
3.11.3 Connecting Alpha Connectorized ODUs to an External Antenna....................68
3.11.4 Connecting RADWIN 2000 E External ODUs to an External Antenna............69
3.12 Connecting the ODUs...........................................................................................70
3.12.1 Connecting LFF, SFF, RADWIN 2000 Alpha INT, and Alpha Connectorized
ODUs 70
3.12.2 Connecting RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODUs ...............................................73
3.12.3 Connecting RADWIN 2000 E ODUs ..............................................................75
3.13 Waterproofing .......................................................................................................78
4. Checking Connectivity to the ODUs ............................................................................80
5. Configuring ODUs as RT‐A(HBS)/Hubs ......................................................................81
5.1 Configuring RADWIN 2000‐Plus ODUs as RT-A(HBS) ......................................... 81
5.2 Configuring RADWIN 2000 Alpha and RADWIN Alpha Connectorized ODUs as
Hubs 82
5.3 Defining RADWIN 2000 E ODUs as Hubs ............................................................ 82
6. Activating the RT‐A (HBS)/Hub ODU...........................................................................84
6.1 Activating RADWIN 2000‐Plus RT-A(HBS) ODUs.................................................84
6.2 Activating RADWIN 2000 Alpha and RADWIN Alpha Connectorized Hub ODUs ..84
6.3 Activating RADWIN 2000 E Hub ODUs.................................................................85
7. Aligning RT‐B(HSU) / SU / Client ODUs......................................................................86
7.1 Aligning LFF and SFF ODUs ................................................................................86
7.2 Aligning RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB and RADWIN 2000 Alpha INT ODUs ............87
7.2.1 Displaying an ODU's RSS Value....................................................................88
7.2.2 Swivelling a RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB mount .............................................. 89

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7.2.3 Swivelling a RADWIN 2000 Alpha INT mount ................................................90
7.2.4 Swivelling ODUs with an External Antenna ....................................................92
7.2.5 Fine Alignment of the RT‐A(HBS)/Hub........................................................... 93
7.3 Aligning RADWIN 2000 E ODUs...........................................................................93
8. Appendixes .................................................................................................................95
8.1 Terminology ..........................................................................................................95
8.2 Wiring Specifications...........................................................................................100
8.2.1 ODU‐PoE Cable ..........................................................................................100
8.2.2 RT‐A(HBS)_HSS_Hub Unit Connection Pinout............................................ 101
8.2.3 LAN Port......................................................................................................102
8.2.4 DC PoE2...................................................................................................... 102
8.3 Setting Antenna Parameters ...............................................................................102
8.3.1 Antenna Issues............................................................................................102
8.3.2 About Single and Dual Antennas..................................................................102
8.3.3 Considerations for Changing Antenna Parameters ...................................... 104
8.4 Regional Notice ..................................................................................................105
8.4.1 Procédures de sécurité................................................................................105
8.4.2 Installation sur pylône et mur .......................................................................106
8.5 Certified Antennas...............................................................................................109
8.5.1 For Deployment in US and Canada ............................................................. 109
8.5.2 For Deployment in EU Member States..........................................................114
8.6 Revision History...................................................................................................116
8.7 Regulatory Compliance........................................................................................117
8.7.1 General Note ................................................................................................117
8.7.2 FCC/ISED ‐ Compliance...............................................................................117
8.7.3 Canadian Emission Requirements for Indoor Units...................................... 123
8.7.4 EU – Compliance.........................................................................................123
8.7.5 China MII .....................................................................................................124
8.7.6 India WPC ................................................................................................... 125
8.7.7 Brazil ...........................................................................................................125
8.7.8 For Norway and Sweden only...................................................................... 125
8.7.9 Norway ........................................................................................................125
8.7.10 Sweden........................................................................................................ 125
8.7.11 Unregulated .................................................................................................125
8.7.12 Safety Practices...........................................................................................125
8.7.13 Maritime coating ..........................................................................................126

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1. Introduction
1.1 Scope of This Document
This document shows how to install RADWIN 2000 Family ODUs.
For a detailed description of how to configure RADWIN 2000 Family ODUs, see
the RADWIN 2000 Family Configuration Guide.
1.2 RADWIN 2000-Plus Family Overview
The RADWIN 2000‐Plus Family delivers up to 2.2Gbps (depending on the specific model) in
a point‐to‐point architecture and is the ideal choice for last-mile enterprise connectivity,
short-distance backhaul, and high‐end applications.
The RADWIN 2000‐Plus Family has several models, each offering different characteristics.
as shown in the following table.
The main differences between products are shown below. Other differences are noted
throughout this publication.
RADWIN 2000 ‐ Plus Family Model Comparisons
Model
Name
Max
Throughp
ut
Input
Voltag
e &
Curre
nt
Form Factor
Enclosu
re
Type
Operati
ng
Temp.
Hub Site
Synchronizat
ion
AES
256
Suppo
rt
RADWIN
2000 A‐Plus
25Mbps
55VD
C, 1A
Small (SFF)
IP67/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Ethernet,
External GPS
No
RADWIN
2000 Alpha
EMB
500Mbps
24‐
56VD
C, 1A
Alpha Embedded
IP66/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Ethernet (HSS
client only)
Yes
RADWIN
2000 Alpha
Integrated
5.x
RADWIN
2000 Alpha
Integrated
3.x
RADWIN
2000 Alpha
Integrated
6.4
500Mbps
24‐
56VD
C, 1A
Alpha Integrated
IP67/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Ethernet (HSS
client only)
Internal GPSb
Yes

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Model
Name
Max
Throughp
ut
Input
Voltag
e &
Curre
nt
Form Factor
Enclosu
re
Type
Operati
ng
Temp.
Hub Site
Synchronizat
ion
AES
256
Suppo
rt
RADWIN
Alpha
Connectoriz
ed
500Mbps
24‐
56VD
C, 1A
Alpha Connectori
zed
IP67/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Ethernet (HSS
client only)
Internal GPSb
Yes
RADWIN
2000 C‐
Plus
250Mbps
48‐
57VD
C, 1A
Large (LFF)
IP67/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Serial,
Ethernet
External GPS
Yesa
RADWIN
2000 D‐
Plus
750Mbps
48‐
57VD
C, 1A
Large (LFF)
IP67/Typ
e 4
‐35°C
to +60°C
Serial,
Ethernet
External GPS
No
RADWIN
2000 E
2.2Gbps
(universal)
, 1.1Gbps
(FCC)
42.5-
57VD
C, 1A
E Connectorized
E Integrated
IP67/Typ
e 4
-40°C to
+60°C
None
Yes
a UNI and WPC regs only.
b For an ODU with H/W that contains a GPS.
Some options and models may not be available for your regulatory environment.
1.2.1 Outdoor Units (ODUs)
There are six types of outdoor ODUs (radio units):
•Large Form Factor (LFF) ‐ With an integrated or external antenna.

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Figure 1 LFF ODU with integrated
antenna
Figure 2 LFF ODU connectorized for
external antenna
Figure 3 LFF ODU external dimensions
•Small Form Factor (SFF) ‐ As its name implies, this ODU is smaller than an LFF
ODU but can also have an integrated or external antenna.

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Figure 4 SFF ODU with integrated
antenna
Figure 5 SFF ODU connectorized for external
antenna
Figure 6 SFF ODU external dimensions
•RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODUs ‐ Uses a smaller form factor than that of the LFF or
SFF. Can also have either:
oan integrated antenna ‐ the Turbo Gain antenna - that installs directly on the
ODU.
oa separate, non‐integrated, external antenna.

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Figure 7 RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB
ODU
Figure 8 RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODU with
Turbo Gain antenna
Figure 9 RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB ODU external dimensions
•RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 5.x and RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 3.x
(integrated antenna) ODUs ‐ Uses a larger form‐factor than that of the RADWIN
2000 Alpha EMB ODU.
Figure 10 RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 5.x & RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 3.x
ODU

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Figure 11 RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 5.x and RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 3.x
ODU external dimensions
•RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 6.4 – this type is available in two models, both with
integrated antenna:
o28dBi
o25dBi
This type has the same enclosure as the LFF model.
Figure 12 Alpha 6.x INT
•Alpha Connectorized ODUs ‐ Uses its own form factor. There is no integrated
antenna, only external antennas are used.

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Figure 13 Alpha Connectorized ODU
Figure 14 Alpha Connectorized ODU external dimensions
With the exception of the frequency band, the RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated 5.x, 3.x
and 6.4 are identical in form factor and function. We will use the term RADWIN 2000
Alpha Integrated to refer to all ODUs.
The RADWIN 2000 Alpha EMB and the RADWIN 2000 Alpha Integrated (3.x, 5.x and
6.4) can be converted for use as an SU PRO EMB and SU PRO INT respectively. In
addition, the Alpha Connectorized can be converted for use as an SU Connectorized.
Do this as follows:
1. Restore factory settings (recommended):
oRADWIN Manager: Configuration ‐> Operations ‐> Restore Defaults.

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oBrowser UI: Operations ‐> Factory Default ‐> Restore
2. Verify that the ODU to be converted is a “Slave ODU” (or Client). If not, change
the ODU mode accordingly.
3. Set the Sector ID the same as the Sector ID of the base station. This is called the
Link ID in the 2000‐Plus.
4. Reset the ODU.
•RADWIN 2000 E ODUs are available in two forms:
oAn external ODU that requires a connection to an external antenna:
oAn integrated ODU that includes an antenna:

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1.2.2 Method of Operation
The ODUs operate through PoE devices that provide power and Ethernet connectivity on a
single CAT5e cable. The communication protocol for both the service provider and users is
Ethernet. The RW 2000 E supports SFP (fiber) in addition to Ethernet.
See the RADWIN 2000 ‐ Plus Family Connection Scheme diagram below.
•A PoE device is connected to power and the communications network.
•Using CAT‐5e cables, the ODUs are connected to power and the communications
network via a Power‐over‐Ethernet (PoE) device.
•The ODUs and PoE devices must be grounded.
•The ODUs communicate with each other via the air interface.
The ODUs should be accessed only by skilled persons. Check the voltage on the
antenna connector before access. Hazardous voltage of 56VDC may appear on the
antenna metal connector in case of a single fault condition.
For simplicity, Lightning Protection Units (LPUs) are not shown in the following figure,
but they are recommended. See Mounting and Connecting the LPUs for directions on
how to install the LPUs.

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Figure 15 RADWIN 2000‐Plus Family Connection Scheme
Although the RADWIN2000 Family operates in PtP architecture, the ODUs at each end of
the link are defined as either:
•Base Station (RT‐A(HBS)) or hub
•Subscriber (RT‐B(HSU)) or client
The differences are summarized in the following table:
Differences Between RT ‐ A(HBS)/Hub and RT ‐ B(HSU)/Client
RT‐A(HBS)/Hub
RT‐B(HSU)Client
Must be "activated" to work
Must be "registered" opposite an RT‐
A(HBS)
VLAN for services not available from the RT‐
A(HBS)
VLANs can be defined from the RT‐
B(HSU)
"Dying Gasp": ODU can emit a "Dying Gasp" signal if it is active.
For dying gasp, the PoE voltage must be >= 55 V).
Dying Gasp is supported:
•On Alpha EXT, Alpha INT 500M
•On SU PRO EXT and INT with latest HW version.

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RT‐A(HBS)/Hub
RT‐B(HSU)Client
•Only when power input on AC or DC PoE is lost or disconnected on the client
site (not supported on hub site).
•On PtP and PtMtP (up to 16 CPEs).
For proper functionality of Dying Gasp, please make sure to use one of the following
optional PoEs in the next table:
PN
Name
Description
RW-9921-
101x
POE/AC/1000M
AC input 100-240VAC nominal range 90-264VAC
max rang (indoor)
See PoE datasheet for country specific power plug
RW-9921-
008x
OPOE/AC/GBE/OC
100-240VAC nominal range. 90-264VAC max
range (outdoor)
See PoE datasheet for country specific power plug
RW-9921-
1049
POE/AC/GBE/HP/IDA
(India)
100-240VAC nominal range. 90-264VAC max
range (indoor)
RW-9921-
400x
POE/AC/2.5/GBE
100-240VAC nominal range. 90-264VAC max
range (indoor)
See PoE datasheet for country specific power plug
RW-9921-
0110
OPOE/DC/GBE
10-60 VDC (outdoor)
RW-9921-
2059
POE/DC/GBE/ET/10-60
10-60VDC (indoor)
Worldwide single PN products
Some RADWIN products include a word-wide single part number.
These products include a built-in GPS/GNSS receiver. The radio’s identify their location from
GNSS, and determine the country in which they are located and the regulation that applies
in that country. Subsequently, a single PN is available for each HW version of the radio,
without needing to create multiple PNs (dedicated PN for each regulation). The same radio
device can be transferred from one regulation zone to another.

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In cases where the operator is permitted by his local regulatory authority to operate in
additional bands not specified by the regulation in his country, a licensing mechanism is
available to enable opening additional bands for use in the radio device.
In cases where the installation / setup process is performed without GNSS reception, the
installer is allowed to manually select the country in which the radio is located. When GNSS
fix is obtained by the radio, the radio will automatically set the country and regulation to the
one detected by GNSS. If the installer manually selected a regulation band that is not
supported in the current country, the link will be stopped and the installer will have to select
an allowed band.
1.2.3 Management Tools
To configure your system, you need to connect an ODU to a PC running either RADWIN
Manager or use the browser user interface, depending on the ODU as follows:
•RADWIN 2000 Alpha, RADWIN 2000 E - use the browser user interface
•RADWIN 2000 A-Plus, 2000 C-Plus, 2000 D-Plus - use RADWIN Manager
From RADWIN Manager release 11.0 and above, if RADWIN Manager detects that the
managed device supports the browser UI, it redirects users to use the browser UI
instead.
RADWIN Browser User Interface
The browser user interface enables you to easily perform ODU and/or link management
functions using a browser, including:
•Set or change ODU parameters in the field
•Establish a sector
•Check link parameters and make changes
•View the link inventory
•Inspect the recent events logs
RADWIN Manager
The RADWIN Manager is an SNMP‐based management application that manages a
complete sector over a single IP address.
It also contains an NMS tool which is required for upgrading, backing up, and restoring
multiple devices.
1.3 What’s New in the Latest Release
See the Release Notes for more details.
1.4 Notification Notations
Notifications consist of Notes, Cautions, and Warnings:
The purpose of a Note is to:

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•Draw your attention to something that may not be obvious.
•Emphasize a special feature.
•Provide additional background.
Caution: Risk of damage to equipment or of service degradation.
Warning: Risk of danger to persons operating near the equipment.

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2. Safety Practices and Provisions
This section describes various safety practices as follows:
•General
•Grounding
•Protection against Lightning
•Preventing Overexposure to RF Energy
•Internal ESD Protection Circuits
•High Voltage
2.1 General
•It is recommended that the installation of ODUs be contracted to a professional
installer
•Before working on equipment connected to power lines or telecommunication lines,
remove jewelry or any other metallic object that may come into contact with
energized parts
•Use extreme care when installing antennas near power lines
•Use extreme care when working at heights
•When using an AC power source for RADWIN devices, always use the AC power
adapter supplied by RADWIN
•Use the right tools!
•Do not mount an ODU upside down or horizontally. Doing so may void your product
warranty.
2.2 Grounding
All RADWIN products should be grounded during operation. For more information, see
Protecting ODUs through Grounding and Lightning Protection Units.
2.3 Protection against Lightning
The use of lightning protection is dependent on regulatory and end-user requirements. For
more information, see Protecting ODUs through Grounding and Lightning Protection Units.
2.4 Preventing Overexposure to RF Energy
To protect against overexposure to RF energy, install the ODUs so all persons can maintain
safe distances from radio sources.
When the system is operational, avoid standing directly in front of the antenna. Strong RF
fields are present when the transmitter is on. The ODU must not be deployed in a location
where it is possible for people to stand or walk inadvertently in front of the antenna.

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2.5 Internal ESD Protection Circuits
RADWIN equipment is designed to meet the ETSI/FCC/Aus/NZ/CSA EMC and Safety
requirements. To fulfill these requirements, the system's Telecom lines at the ODU/PoE are
Transformer‐isolated and include internal ESD (Electro‐Static‐Discharge) Protection circuits.
When installing an AC powered HSU: To maintain Overvoltage (Installation) Category II,
install a suitable surge suppressor device in the branch circuit to limit expected transients to
Overvoltage Category II values.
The limits are based on IEC60664 and are also located in UL60950 Table 2H (for mains <=
150V, the transient rating is 1500V; for 150V < mains <= 300V, the transient rating is 2500V;
and for 300V < mains <= 600V, the transient rating is 4000V).
2.6 High Voltage
When working with the Alpha Connectorized ODU:
Possibility of hazardous voltage 56VDC appearance exists on accessible antenna
connections. Use Personal Protection Equipment (e.g. insulating gloves) when working
with the ODU or the antenna. Connect the shield of the antenna coaxial cable to the
protective earth when coaxial cable is used.