Redline Communications AN-50 User manual

AN-50 System User Manual
AN-50 System User Manual
[PTP/PMP]
Manual 70-00001-01R00
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AN-50 System User Manual
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AN-50 System User Manual
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Contact Information
Redline Communications Inc.
302 Town Centre Blvd.
Markham, ON
Canada L3R 0E8
Web site: http://www.redlinecommunications.com
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Toll-free sales line – 1-866-633-6669
Support:
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Click on ‘Support’ User ID: Register Password: Redline
Comments or suggestions concerning this manual may be e-mailed to the support
team.
Disclaimer
This manual was designed to help you install, use and troubleshoot the Redline AN-50
Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) system. Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy of the material provided herein; however, Redline assumes no responsibility
regarding the use of the material. Additionally, Redline makes no representations or
warranties, either expressed or implied, regarding the contents of this product. Redline
Communications shall not be liable for any misuse regarding this product.
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FCC & IC Information
1 - 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 when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
2 - A Class A digital device is marketed for use in a commercial, industrial or
business environment, exclusive of a device which is marketed for use by the
general public or is intended to be used in the home.
3 - Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance must not be made. Any such modifications could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
UL Information
1 - Caution for all AC and DC models - Double Pole/Neutral Fusing.
2 - The DC source must be fused at Time Delay 2.5A, 250V.
3 - The DC input wiring must be 18 AWG minimum.
4 - The DC powered unit wiring is secured and chassis grounded using the following
parts:
a) Internal Grounding: Ground wire: 18 AWG, 600V, style 1015, Green/Yellow
with ring terminal. Nut size: #6-32 Hex Machine. Washer size: #6 Flat Washer,
and #6 Internal Tooth Lockwasher. These are assembled onto #6-32 stud
mounted to the chassis.
b) External Grounding: Ground wire: 18 AWG, 600V (not supplied). Nut size: Part
of chassis. Screw size: 6-32 X 7/16, PPHMS, SEMS, Internal, Zinc. Washer size:
Part of screw.
5 - The DC input source must be SELV.
6 - The DC input source must comply with the US National Electrical Code in the US and
the Canadian Electric Code in Canada.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Getting Started .......................................................................................................... 8
1.1. How To Use This Manual ..................................................................................8
1.2. AN-50 System Overview ................................................................................... 8
2. Important Safety Information...................................................................................10
3. Important Service Information ................................................................................. 12
4. Unpacking the AN-50 System ................................................................................. 13
5. AN-50 System Mode of Operation .......................................................................... 14
6. The AN-50 Terminal at a Glance............................................................................. 15
6.1. The AN-50 System’s T-58 Transceiver / Antenna at a Glance ....................... 17
7. AN-50 System Installation.......................................................................................19
7.1. General Site Survey ........................................................................................ 20
7.2. Installing The Antenna..................................................................................... 21
7.3. Running The IF Cable .....................................................................................22
7.4. Installing The Terminal .................................................................................... 23
7.5. Aligning The Antenna ...................................................................................... 25
8. System Configuration and Operation Via the Web Interface................................... 27
8.1. System Configuration ...................................................................................... 29
8.2. ID Configuration and Status ............................................................................32
8.2.1. Link Configuration.................................................................................... 33
8.2.2. Wireless Link Statistics ............................................................................ 35
8.3. ID Browser....................................................................................................... 37
8.4. System Information ......................................................................................... 38
8.5. System Statistics ............................................................................................. 39
8.6. Upload Software.............................................................................................. 41
8.7. System Password............................................................................................ 43
8.8. System Logs.................................................................................................... 44
9. Diagnostics and Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 46
9.1. Diagnostics Via The Front Panel..................................................................... 46
9.1.1. System Power ......................................................................................... 47
9.1.2. System Fault............................................................................................ 48
9.1.3. Wireless Link ........................................................................................... 48
9.1.4. Wireless Signal........................................................................................ 49
9.1.5. Ethernet Link ........................................................................................... 49
9.1.6. Ethernet Collision .................................................................................... 50
9.2. Troubleshooting The Web Interface ................................................................51
9.3. Broadband Fixed Wireless Primer................................................................... 52
9.4. Deployment Scenarios .................................................................................... 53
9.5. Who Can Benefit From The AN-50 System?................................................... 55
9.6. The AN-50 Advantage..................................................................................... 58
9.7. Wireless Facts................................................................................................. 58
9.7.1. The Link Budget Tool ..............................................................................59
10. Appendix ............................................................................................................. 66
10.1. PMP Configuration Tool .............................................................................. 66
10.2. Appendix 1 - Glossary Of Terms ................................................................. 69
10.3. Appendix 2 - AN-50 System Specifications ................................................. 71
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Max. Operational Power Per Antenna (in dBm) ................................................31
Table 2: Max. Operational Power Per Channel (in dBm) vs. Modulation........................ 31
Table 3: System Power Diagnostics ...............................................................................47
Table 4: Wireless Link Diagnostics ................................................................................. 48
Table 5: Wireless Signal Diagnostics.............................................................................. 49
Table 6: Ethernet Link Diagnostics ................................................................................. 50
Table 7: Ethernet Collision Diagnostics .......................................................................... 50
Table 8: Web Interface Diagnostics ................................................................................ 51
Table 9: Modulation Scheme vs. Data Rate................................................................... 60
Table 10: Availability Versus Outage Time ..................................................................... 62
Table 11: Radar Horizon Ranges For Different Terminal Heights (H1and H2) ............... 65
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: The AN-50 System Out Of The Box................................................................. 13
Figure 2: Front Panel – System ...................................................................................... 15
Figure 3: Front Panel - Wireless ..................................................................................... 16
Figure 4: Front Panel – Ethernet..................................................................................... 16
Figure 5: LAN Interface................................................................................................... 17
Figure 6: AN-50 Radio With Vertical Mount .................................................................... 18
Figure 7: AN-50 System Installation................................................................................ 19
Figure 8: Radio Deployment Options .............................................................................. 21
Figure 9: IF Cable ........................................................................................................... 22
Figure 10: AN-50 Terminal Connected To Switch / Router / Hub ................................... 23
Figure 11: AN-50 Terminal Connected To Host Computer ............................................. 24
Figure 12: AN-50 Terminal LAN Ethernet Port Pinout ....................................................24
Figure 13: Aligning The Antenna - Vertical Mount .......................................................... 25
Figure 14: User Name And Password Dialog .................................................................28
Figure 15: System Configuration..................................................................................... 29
Figure 16: ID Config / Status........................................................................................... 33
Figure 17: Link Configuration.......................................................................................... 34
Figure 18: Wireless Link Status ...................................................................................... 35
Figure 19: ID Browser ..................................................................................................... 37
Figure 20: ID Browser Results ........................................................................................ 37
Figure 21: AN-50 General Information ............................................................................ 38
Figure 22: System Status................................................................................................ 39
Figure 23: Upload Software ............................................................................................ 41
Figure 24: File Transfer Progress ................................................................................... 42
Figure 25: System Password .......................................................................................... 43
Figure 26: System Logs Screen...................................................................................... 44
Figure 27: Front Panel Status LEDs ............................................................................... 46
Figure 28: Cell Sectorization........................................................................................... 53
Figure 29: Growing a Network ........................................................................................54
Figure 30: Hybrid PTP/PMP............................................................................................ 54
Figure 31: Single Sector PMP Deployment..................................................................... 55
Figure 32: Wireless Extension for Carriers ..................................................................... 56
Figure 33: Wireless Solution For ISPs ............................................................................ 56
Figure 34: Wireless Solution For Enterprise ................................................................... 57
Figure 35: Wireless Solution for MTUs ...........................................................................57
Figure 36: Fresnel Zone Obstruction .............................................................................. 60
Figure 37: Fresnel Zone Radius Calculation................................................................... 61
Figure 38: Link Budget For 64 QAM ¾ Code Rate ........................................................ 63
Figure 39: Fade Margin Graphs For LOS, OLOS and NLOS.......................................... 64
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1. . G Ge et tt ti in ng g S St ta ar rt te ed d
1.1. How To Use This Manual
This User Manual is designed to get you started using the Redline Communications
Access Node-50 (AN-50) Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) system by guiding you
through the step-by-step process of setting up the system for the first time.
To that end, the following principal steps will need to be followed in order:
1. Review the safety and service information (Sections 2 and 3 of this manual)
2. Unpack the AN-50 system (Section 4)
3. Install the outdoor radio (transceiver plus antenna) (Section 7)
4. Install the indoor terminal (Section 7)
5. Configure the system via a host computer and web browser interface (Section 8)
6. Ensure the Mac address of the remote AN-50 has been properly configured (see
Section 8.2.1) on the local unit
7. Install the license key option (page 8.1)
This User Manual will also help with the following:
• Understanding Fixed Wireless Systems
• Referencing AN-50 System Specifications
• Troubleshooting the System
1.2. AN-50 System Overview
The AN-50 is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge that provides a
scalable platform for the deployment of multi-services over a common equipment
infrastructure and management system. The AN-50 System can operate in a Point-To-
Point (PTP) or Point-To-Multipoint (PMP) mode depending on the software configuration.
In PTP mode, only two stations can communicate with each other, while the PMP mode
consists of one or more Subscriber Station(s) that communicate with the Base Station.
For complete procedures on software upgrade and use of the option key please refer to
sections 8.1 and 8.6.
The AN-50 system operates in the unlicensed band of 5.8 GHz and includes advanced
technologies to address any potential inter-cell interference issues. The system also
features adaptive modulation in both directions in PTP mode for automatic selection of
modulation schemes, including BPSK, QPSK, 16 and 64 QAM to maximize data rate,
and hence spectral efficiency. Additionally, the system delivers enhanced security
through a proprietary, over the air encryption scheme that significantly improves the
privacy and integrity of all traffic.
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The AN-50 can be equipped with a narrow beam antenna to provide high directivity for
long-range operations beyond 50 miles (80 km) in line of sight (LOS) conditions, and up
to 6 miles (10 km) in NLOS conditions. The AN-50 using wide beam antennas
associated with the PMP mode of operation can operate at over 15 miles ( 24 km) ,
depending on power limits mandated by regional regulation.
The AN-50 system is a Class A digital device for use in a commercial, industrial or
business environment.
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2. . I Im mp po or rt ta an nt t S Sa af fe et ty y I In nf fo or rm ma at ti io on n
1 Read this User Manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.
2 Keep all product information for future reference.
3 This product is supplied with a grounding power plug. Do not defeat this important
safety feature.
4 The power requirements are indicated on the product-marking label. Do not exceed
the described limits.
5 Always replace the fuse with the correct type and current rating.
6 Position the power cord to avoid possible damage, and do not overload wall outlets.
7 Do not place this product on or near a direct heat source, and avoid placing objects
on the terminal.
8 Do not operate this device near water or in a wet location.
9 Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Disconnect the power before cleaning.
10 Protect the unit by disconnecting the power if it is not used for long periods of time.
11 Locate the AN-50 terminal on a stable horizontal surface or mount it securely in a
19” Telco rack.
12 The T-58 Transceiver unit must not be located near power lines or other electrical
power circuits.
13 The T-58 Transceiver must be properly grounded to protect against power surges
and accumulated static electricity. It is the user’s responsibility to install this device
in accordance with Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-
1984 or Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code. These codes describe correct
installation procedures for grounding of the transceiver unit, mast, lead-in wire and
discharge unit, location of discharge unit, size of grounding conductors and
connection requirements for grounding electrodes. It is recommended that the
installation of the transceiver be contracted to a professional installer.
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The following symbols may be encountered during installation or troubleshooting. These
warning symbols mean danger. Bodily injury may result if you are not aware of the safety
hazards involved in working with electrical equipment and radio transmitters. Familiarize
yourself with standard safety practices before continuing.
Electro-Magnetic Radiation
High Voltage
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3. . I Im mp po or rt ta an nt t S Se er rv vi ic ce e I In nf fo or rm ma at ti io on n
1 Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify
any part of this device, as this will void the warranty.
2 Disconnect the power to this product and return it for service if the following
conditions apply:
a) The unit does not function after following the operating instructions outlined in this
manual.
b) Liquid has been spilled, a foreign object is inside or the AN-50 terminal has been
exposed to rain.
c) The product has been dropped or the housing is damaged.
3 Locate the serial number of the AN-50 Terminal, Antenna, and T-58 Transceiver
and record these on your registration card for future reference. Use the space below
to affix serial number stickers. Also record the MAC address, located on the back of
the AN-50 Terminal.
Product Information
AN-50 Terminal SN:_________________ AN-50 Terminal MAC Address:_________________
T-58 Transceiver SN:_______________________ Model #: ___________________________
Antenna Type:_____________________ Antenna SN:________________________________
Serial Number / Options Key Stickers
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4. . U Un np pa ac ck ki in ng g t th he e A AN N- -5 50 0 S Sy ys st te em m
The AN-50 system comes packaged with the following major items (refer to Figure 1 for
a pictorial view):
• AN-50 Terminal (indoor unit)
• AN-50 Radio (outdoor unit):
 T-58 Transceiver
 Antenna
• Antenna Mounting Bracket:
• Power Cord and outdoor IF Cable (100 ft. / 30.5 m)
• User Manual
AN-50 Terminal AN-50 Radio
Power/IF
Cables
V
ertical
Mount
User Manual
Figure 1: The AN-50 System Out Of The Box
A complete list of items included in the system is available on the packing list included
with the system. Note that a complete list of FCC approved antennas can be found on
the Redline Web site under support.
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5. . A AN N- -5 50 0 S Sy ys st te em m M Mo od de e o of f O Op pe er ra at ti io on n
The AN-50 system utilizes Redline’s advanced Medium Access Control (MAC) design to
provide efficient transmission of data in both PTP and PMP modes. In PMP mode, the
MAC incorporates a proprietary polling algorithm to support up to 256 individual
subscriber stations from a single base station operating in a single sector. Note that
multiple base stations can be installed on a single roof-top or tower to provide multi-
sector coverage.
A single sector AN-50 PMP implements a distributed wireless L2 switch, with one uplink
port located on the sector controller (master) distributing bandwidth to a variable number
of subscriber stations (slaves).
• Each subscriber station (or slave) is considered a separate wireless link.
• Each configured wireless link adds to the switch one slave port that is the
Ethernet port on the corresponding subscriber station. This is achieved
during provisioning.
• Each link (slave port) is assigned one ID that is used to manage both the
connection traffic and the wireless link.
• The switch supports one broadcast/multicast group called default group.
• The default group is assigned automatically to a fixed ID.
The AN-50 MAC utilizes a request/grant polling mechanism to determine which
subscriber station requires bandwidth. This is achieved by periodically polling each
subscriber station to determine if there is a request for bandwidth. If the SS requests
bandwidth then the MAC allocates the appropriate number of time slots, in both the
downstream and upstream direction, in accordance with the CIR rate limits specified for
that particular SS. The AN-50 PMP system supports 18 programmable CIR levels.
Through an external calculator the minimum Committed Information rate CIR rates
allowed for each SS can be determined. Note that a minimum CIR of 8kb/s implies
almost no CIR, and is referred to as Best Effort (BE) services.
With multiple subscriber stations vying for bandwidth, the MAC ensures that time slots
are allocated in a balanced manner, according to the different CIR levels, during periods
of over-subscription. For example, during peak times, the MAC will first deny time slot
allocations for everything above the provisioned CIR, and then reduce bandwidth in a
proportional manner to the remaining units with varying CIR levels and priorities. With
the support of CIR, the service provider can offer different grades of service to each end
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6. . T Th he e A AN N- -5 50 0 T Te er rm mi in na al l a at t a a G Gl la an nc ce e
The front panel of the AN-50 terminal includes a LAN interface and three main status
indicators; System, Wireless, and Ethernet. The rear of the terminal includes the power
cord connector and an F-Type female connector for the IF cable.
At power up, an LED power-up sequence occurs as follows:
All four Ethernet LEDs light for one second, then individual Ethernet LEDs blink twice in
the following order: 100, FD, Col, Link. The Fault LED lights for approximately four
seconds, then turns off. The two Wireless LEDs remain off for approximately five
seconds, then blink once and resume their normal state.
For a detailed description of the status indicators on the front panel, see the Diagnostics
section of this manual, Section 9.1 on page 46.
A) System Status Indicators
The System portion of the front panel features a recessed reset switch and two LEDs
(Pwr and Fault), as shown in the figure below.
Figure 2: Front Panel – System
Reset – The system can be manually hard reset by depressing the “Reset” button
recessed in the front panel. The reset button is used to reactivate the terminal in the
event that it is functioning improperly or is in a state of suspension.
Pwr – The “Pwr” LED lights solid green when the AC power is properly applied to the
terminal. In the event of internal power supply failure, if the cord is disconnected, or if
the fuse is blown, the “Pwr” light will not illuminate.
Fault – The “Fault” LED lights solid red when a serious fault is detected within the
system.
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B) Wireless Status Indicators
The Wireless portion of the front panel features two LEDs; Link and Signal, as shown
below.
Figure 3: Front Panel - Wireless
Link – For a slave terminal, the “Link” LED lights solid green when the radio link to the
master terminal is established and the LED will turn off if the link is lost. For a master
terminal, the LED lights solid green when at least one radio link to any of the provisioned
slaves is established and will turn off if all links are lost.
Signal – The “Signal” LED lights solid green if the system, the link (the (links for a
master) and the provisioned connections all operate within configured parameters. See
section 9.1.4 on page 49 for a detailed description.
C) Ethernet Status Indicators
The Ethernet portion of the front panel display comprises four main LEDs; Link, 100, FD
and Col, as shown below.
Figure 4: Front Panel – Ethernet
Link – The “Link” LED illuminates solid green when the Local Area Network (LAN)
connection is established, and there is no traffic. The Link LED will flash when the Local
Area Network (LAN) connection is established, and there is traffic.
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100 – The “100” LED lights solid green when the Ethernet port is operating at 100 Mb/s.
The LED will not illuminate if the port is operating in 10 Mb/s mode. The Ethernet port
automatically selects the speed through auto-negotiation with either the host
computer/server or router/switch.
FD – The “FD” LED illuminates solid green when the LAN connection is operating in Full
Duplex mode. The system automatically selects the duplex mode through auto-
negotiation with the host computer or switch.
Col – The “Col” LED flashes in amber when collisions are detected on the Ethernet port.
D) The LAN Interface
The LAN interface is a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet port, which is used to connect the AN-50
terminal to either the core network or to a host computer. A router or switch is often used
to complete the connection to the core network, as shown in the figure below. Note that
different cables are required for connection to a hub/switch/router or host computer. See
Section 7.4 of this manual for more information regarding installation of the terminal.
Figure 5: LAN Interface
6.1. The AN-50 System’s T-58 Transceiver / Antenna at a Glance
An antenna bracket will always be provided with the system (see example below Figure
6.
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Ground
Screw
Flat Plate
Antenna
T-58 Transceiver
Mount
Bracket
Pole
Figure 6: AN-50 Radio With Vertical Mount
The Redline vertical mount bracket can accommodate 1 ¾” to 4 ½” (4.45 cm – 11.45
cm) OD masts found on many commercial tower installations.
Before connecting the AN-50 system, it is important to review the safety
tips provided at the beginning of this manual.
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7. . A AN N- -5 50 0 S Sy ys st te em m I In ns st ta al ll la at ti io on n
This section of the manual presents a basic overview of the steps required to install the
AN-50 terminal, outdoor transceiver, antenna and associated equipment.
Figure 7 below illustrates the primary system components and cables. The power cord
connects to a 110/220/240 VAC standard power outlet, while the CAT 5/UTP cable (not
included) connects the terminal to the data network via a standard 10/100BaseT
Ethernet connection. The provided IF cable connects the terminal (located indoors) to
the T-58 Transceiver (located outdoors), and carries the transmitted and received signal,
DC power for the AN-50 radio, as well as control and reference signals. Note that the
provided IF cable is meant for exterior use, and should be used for only minimal interior
runs to connect to the terminal. Also note that the BNC connectors are for future use.
Figure 7: AN-50 System Installation
The terminal is for indoor installation only, while the transceiver and antenna (together
known as the AN-50 Radio) are mounted externally. The principal steps in installation
are:
1. Conduct a general site survey
2. Install the transceiver and antenna
3. Install the IF cable
4. Install the AN-50 terminal
5. Align the antenna
Each step is addressed in more detail below.
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7.1. General Site Survey
The first step in installing the AN-50 system is to conduct a general site survey.
Although the installation steps are relatively straightforward, they do involve some
construction and electrical work, which is best performed by a professional installer.
The following site survey steps should be followed:
Determine the optimum location. The first key step in the deployment exercise is to
determine and identify building candidates that can be used to support the link. A critical
parameter to consider is the range at which the subscriber station, base station or
terminals are required to operate. Range performance is determined by empirical
formulas that consider a number of equipment and environmental factors described in
Section 9.7 of this manual. Ensure that the installation sites meet these range
performance requirements before moving to the next step. You may use Redline’s Link
Budget Tool to determine the expected performance of the link. The Link Budget Tool
can be obtained by contacting your Redline certified partner or system integrator. See
Section 9.7.1 on page 59 for more information.
Verify the accuracy of any building drawings/blueprints that may be available. The
installation process may require penetrating the building to run the IF cable between the
outdoor and indoor units. In this regard, it is imperative that the blueprints and/or
drawings of the building are up to date and accurate. It may also be possible for the IF
cable to be installed on the outside of the building leading to the antenna location on the
roof of the building.
Identify the best path for the link. For maximum performance, it is recommended to
mount the antenna in a location where there is line of sight to the remote terminal. If
possible, the antenna should be positioned such that there is maximum clearance within
the first Fresnel zone of the direct path. Refer to Section 9.3 for a full description of
Fresnel zone clearance and its impact on signal propagation. The best means of
achieving Fresnel zone clearance is to mount the antennas as high as possible, on
either a tall building or tower, as shown in Figure 8 (Vertical mount system is shown).
The AN-50 system is also designed to operate in non-line-of-sight (NLOS) conditions, as
a result of the OFDM technology incorporated in the platform. Under NLOS conditions,
the best method of obtaining a proper RF link is to evaluate different antenna
orientations and choosing the one that results in the best Signal to Noise (SINADR) ratio
and highest Received Signal Strength (RSSI) value. Often, this can be achieved by
introducing an RF multipath condition by orienting the antennas towards a structure in
sight of both the local and remote antennas. If the obstruction in the path is not
exceptionally high, it may be possible to aim both antennas near the top of the
obstruction. With the use of OFDM in the Redline system, any additional multipath
signals introduced will provide additional opportunities for an improved link. For PTP and
Subscriber Station it is very important that the above steps are carefully followed . For
the Base Station the accuracy of the aiming is not so important as the antenna is using a
wide angle.
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