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AN-80i
Advanced Broadband Wireless
Infrastructure Solutions
Installation Guidelines
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CONTENTS SUMMARY
1Safety & Service Notices........................................................8
1.1 Safety Warnings.................................................................................................8
1.2 Warning Symbols...............................................................................................9
1.3 Service & Warranty Information........................................................................9
1.4 Lightning/Surge Protection...............................................................................9
1.5 Deployment in the USA and Canada ..............................................................10
2Site Survey Information .......................................................14
2.1 Introduction......................................................................................................14
2.2 RF Interference.................................................................................................15
2.3 Path Profile.......................................................................................................15
2.4 Overview...........................................................................................................17
2.5 Customer Supplied Materials..........................................................................18
2.6 Network Information........................................................................................19
2.7 Link Budget Tool..............................................................................................20
3Installation Procedures........................................................21
3.1 Step 1: Mounting Kits......................................................................................21
3.2 Step 2: RF Connections...................................................................................31
3.3 Step 3: Ethernet Connections.........................................................................34
3.4 Step 4: Installing the AN-80i............................................................................39
3.5 Step 5: Install Indoor PoE Power Block..........................................................48
3.6 Step 6: Configure AN-80i.................................................................................49
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1Safety & Service Notices........................................................8
1.1 Safety Warnings.................................................................................................8
1.2 Warning Symbols...............................................................................................9
1.3 Service & Warranty Information........................................................................9
1.4 Lightning/Surge Protection...............................................................................9
1.5 Deployment in the USA and Canada ..............................................................10
1.5.1 FCC & IC Notices............................................................................................10
1.5.2 Installation and Operation ...............................................................................11
1.5.3 Power Settings................................................................................................11
1.5.4 Recommendations to UNII band Users...........................................................11
1.5.5 UL Information ................................................................................................13
1.5.6 WEEE Product Return Process.......................................................................13
2Site Survey Information .......................................................14
2.1 Introduction......................................................................................................14
2.2 RF Interference.................................................................................................15
2.3 Path Profile.......................................................................................................15
2.4 Overview...........................................................................................................17
2.5 Customer Supplied Materials..........................................................................18
2.6 Network Information........................................................................................19
2.7 Link Budget Tool..............................................................................................20
3Installation Procedures........................................................21
3.1 Step 1: Mounting Kits......................................................................................21
3.1.1 Lightweight Mounting Kit.................................................................................21
Assembly Instructions ..................................................................................22
3.1.2 Heavy-Duty Mounting Kit ................................................................................24
Overview......................................................................................................24
Assembly Instructions ..................................................................................25
3.1.3 Stand-Alone Mounting Kit................................................................................27
Overview......................................................................................................27
Assembly Instructions ..................................................................................27
3.1.4 Parabolic Mounting Kit....................................................................................29
Overview......................................................................................................29
Assembly Instructions ..................................................................................29
3.2 Step 2: RF Connections...................................................................................31
3.2.1 RF Cable Connections....................................................................................31
3.2.2 Weatherproof the RF Connectors....................................................................32
3.3 Step 3: Ethernet Connections.........................................................................34
3.3.1 Ethernet Cable and Connections.....................................................................34
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3.3.2 Assemble Weathertight Connector..................................................................34
3.3.3 Disconnecting the Ethernet Cable...................................................................35
3.3.4 Weatherproof Ethernet Port ............................................................................37
3.3.5 Protecting Ethernet Cables .............................................................................38
3.4 Step 4: Installing the AN-80i............................................................................39
3.4.1 Surge Protection Guidelines............................................................................39
3.4.2 Grounding Guidelines .....................................................................................39
3.4.3 Installing the AN-80i Equipment......................................................................40
3.4.4 Line Protector Unit Wiring ...............................................................................42
3.4.5 Line Protector Mast Mounting Kit ....................................................................44
3.4.6 Weatherproof LP Connections........................................................................45
3.4.7 Ethernet Cable Drip Loop................................................................................46
3.4.8 Basic Antenna Alignment................................................................................47
Azimuth Alignment.......................................................................................47
Elevation Alignment .....................................................................................47
Fine Alignment.............................................................................................47
3.5 Step 5: Install Indoor PoE Power Block..........................................................48
3.6 Step 6: Configure AN-80i.................................................................................49
3.6.1 Pre-Configure Test PC....................................................................................49
3.6.2 AN-80i Connections and Power-Up.................................................................49
3.6.3 AN-80i Startup and Configuration....................................................................49
3.6.4 Antenna Adjustment Using Web Alignment Tool.............................................52
3.6.5 Antenna Adjustment Using Audible Tone........................................................52
Enable Audible Tool Using Web Browser.....................................................53
Enable Audible Tool Using CLI.....................................................................53
3.6.6 Antenna Adjustment Using RSSI.....................................................................53
3.6.7 Installation Procedure for DFS-Enabled Systems............................................54
Step A -- Align Site A Antenna .....................................................................54
Step B -- Align Site B Antenna .....................................................................55
3.6.8 Configure AN-80i Ethernet Network Settings ..................................................56
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances................................10
Table 2: FCC: TDWR System Locations........................................................................12
Table 3: Site Path Profile Data ......................................................................................16
Table 4: System Components Available from Redline ...................................................17
Table 5: Installation - Customer-Supplied Items ............................................................18
Table 6: Network Parameters........................................................................................19
Table 7: Lightweight Mounting Bracket - Parts List........................................................22
Table 8: Heavy Duty Mounting Bracket - Parts List........................................................25
Table 9: Stand-Alone Mounting Bracket - Parts List.......................................................27
Table 10: Parabolic Mounting Bracket - Parts List.........................................................29
Table 11: RF Connector Torque Specifications .............................................................31
Table 12: Ethernet Line Protector - Wiring Diagram.......................................................42
Table 13: Ethernet Line Protector - Mounting Kit Parts List............................................44
Table 14: Configuration - Default System PTP Settings.................................................50
Table 15: Configuration - Settings for Antenna Alignment (DFS) - Step 1......................54
Table 16: Settings for Antenna Alignment (DFS) - Step 2..............................................55
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: Notices - WEEE Logo.....................................................................................13
Figure 2: AN-80i System Components...........................................................................14
Figure 3: Site Survey - Fresnel Zone Radius.................................................................15
Figure 4: Site Survey - Non-Line of Sight Deployment...................................................16
Figure 5: Installation - Redline Supplied Components ...................................................17
Figure 6: Site Survey - Sample Link Budget Calculation................................................20
Figure 7: Lightweight Antenna Mounting Bracket...........................................................21
Figure 8: Lightweight Mounting Bracket - Assembled View............................................22
Figure 9: Lightweight Mounting Bracket - Assembly Drawing ........................................23
Figure 10: Heavy-Duty Antenna Bracket........................................................................24
Figure 11: Heavy Duty Mounting Bracket - Assembled View.........................................25
Figure 12: Heavy Duty Mounting Bracket - Assembly Drawing......................................26
Figure 13: Stand-Alone Mounting Bracket.....................................................................27
Figure 14: Stand-Alone Mounting Bracket - Assembly Drawing.....................................28
Figure 15: Parabolic Mounting Bracket - Parts List........................................................29
Figure 16: Parabolic Mounting Bracket - Assembly Drawing..........................................30
Figure 17: Weatherproof Ethernet Port - Assembly Drawing..........................................31
Figure 18: Weatherproofing - RF Cable Pt-1..................................................................32
Figure 19: Weatherproofing - RF Cable Pt-2..................................................................32
Figure 20: Weatherproofing - RF Cable Pt-3..................................................................33
Figure 21: Weatherproofing - RF Cable Pt-4..................................................................33
Figure 22: Ethernet Port Weatherproof Connector.........................................................34
Figure 23: Weatherproof Ethernet Port - Assembly Drawing..........................................35
Figure 24: Weatherproof Ethernet Port - Ethernet Cable Locking Tab...........................36
Figure 25: Weatherproof Ethernet Port - Disconnecting the Ethernet Cable..................36
Figure 26: Weatherproofing - Ethernet Cable Pt-1.........................................................37
Figure 27: Weatherproofing - Ethernet Cable Pt-2.........................................................37
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Figure 28: Weatherproofing - Ethernet Cable Pt-3.........................................................37
Figure 29: Outdoor Cable Protection - Spiroband..........................................................38
Figure 30: Mounting - Grounding & Surge Protection ....................................................40
Figure 31: Mounting - Air Terminal for Tower and Pole Deployments............................41
Figure 32: Ethernet Line Protector - Identifying Terminal Connectors............................43
Figure 33: Ethernet Surge Protection - Mast Mounting Kit.............................................44
Figure 34: Weatherproofing - LP Ethernet Cable Entry - Pt-1........................................45
Figure 35: Weatherproofing LP Ethernet Cable Entry - Pt-2 ..........................................45
Figure 36: Weatherproofing LP Ethernet Cable Entry - Pt-3 ..........................................45
Figure 37: Mounting - Cable Drip Loop..........................................................................46
Figure 38: Antenna Alignment - Levelling Antenna Elevation Plane...............................47
Figure 39: Intro - Indoor Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Module - AC Model......................48
Figure 40: Web - Login Screen......................................................................................49
Figure 41: Configuration - Options Key..........................................................................50
Figure 42: Configuration - Spectrum Sweep..................................................................51
Figure 43: Configuration - RSSI Statistics......................................................................52
Figure 44: Configuration - Antenna Alignment (DFS) - Step 1 .......................................55
Figure 45: Configuration - Antenna Alignment (DFS) - Step 2 .......................................56
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Chapter
1
1 Safety & Service Notices
1.1 Safety Warnings
1. Lightning/Surge Protection and Grounding
WARNING to Service Personnel
The system must be installed by a professional installer who is familiar with
both data network issues and RF installations including grounding and surge
protection.
The system 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 the local electrical codes: correct installation procedures for
grounding of the modem, mast, lead-in wire and line protection, location of line
protection, size of grounding conductors and connection requirements for
grounding electrodes.
PoE power adapter caution:
Warning to Service Personnel: 48 VDC
Customer equipment including personal computers, routers, etc., must be connected
only to the INPUT (DATA) port on the PoE unit.
Only the outdoors Ethernet interface cable connecting to the unit can be safely
connected to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector. Connecting customer
premises Ethernet equipment directly to the OUTPUT (DATA & POWER) connector
on the Power-over-Ethernet power adapter may damage customer equipment.
2. Installation of the system must be contracted to a professional installer.
3. Read this user manual and follow all operating and safety instructions.
4. Keep all product information for future reference.
5. The power requirements are indicated on the product-marking label. Do not exceed the
described limits.
6. Disconnect the power before cleaning. Use only a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use liquid
or aerosol cleaners.
7. Disconnect power when unit is stored for long periods.
8. The unit must not be located near power lines or other electrical power circuits.
9. The system 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 the local
electrical codes: correct installation procedures for grounding the unit, mast, lead-in wire and
discharge unit, location of discharge unit, size of grounding conductors and connection
requirements for grounding electrodes.
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1.2 Warning Symbols
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
1.3 Service & Warranty Information
1. Refer all repairs to qualified service personnel. Do not remove the covers or modify any part
of this device, as this action will void the warranty.
2. Locate the serial numbers and record these on your registration card for future reference.
Use the space below to affix serial number stickers. Also, record the MAC address identified
on the unit product label.
3. Redline does not endorse or support the use of outdoor cable assemblies: i) not supplied by
Redline, ii) third-party products that do not meet Redline's cable and connector assembly
specifications, or iii) cables not installed and weatherproofed as specified in the Installation
Guidelines manual (70-00073-01-XX). Refer to the Redline Limited Standard Warranty and
RedCare service agreements.
1.4 Lightning/Surge Protection
WARNING: This user manual provides notes are general recommendations for the
system. The wireless equipment should be installed by a qualified professional installer
who is knowledgeable of and follows local and national codes for electrical grounding
and safety. Failure to meet safety requirements and/or use of non-standard practices
and procedures could result in personal injury and damage to equipment.
All outdoor wireless equipment is susceptible to lightning damage from a direct hit or
induced current from a near strike. A direct lightning strike may cause serious damage
even if these guidelines are followed. Surge protection and grounding practices in local
and national electrical codes serve to minimize equipment damage, Service outages,
and serious injury. Reasons for lightning damage are summarized as:
- Poorly grounded antenna sites that can conduct high surge strike energy into
equipment.
- Lack of properly installed surge protection equipment can cause equipment failures
from lightning induced currents.
A surge protection system provides a means by which the energy may enter earth
without passing through and damaging parts of a structure. A urge protection system
does not prevent lightning from striking; it provides a means for preventing damage to
equipment by providing a low resistance path for the discharge of energy to travel safely
to ground. Improperly grounded connections are also a source of noise that can cause
sensitive equipment to malfunction.
A good grounding system disperses most of the surge energy from a lightning strike
away from the building and equipment. The remaining energy on the Ethernet cable
shield and conductors can be directed safely to ground by installing a surge arrestor in
series with the cable.
If you have determined that it is appropriate to install surge protection for your system,
the following general industry practices are provided as a guideline only:
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1. The AC wall outlet ground for the indoor POE adapter should be connected to the
building grounding system.
2. Install a surge arrestor in series with the Ethernet cable at the point of entry to the
building. The grounding wire should be connected to the same termination point
used for the tower or mast.
3. Provide direct grounding connections from the mounting bracket, the antenna, and
the Ethernet cable surge protection to the common building ground bus. Use the
grounding screws provided for terminating the ground wires.
1.5 Deployment in the USA and Canada
1.5.1 FCC & IC Notices
1. The Model AN-80i and its antenna must be professionally installed.
2. WARNING -- FCC & IC RF Exposure Warnings
To satisfy FCC and IC RF exposure requirements for RF transmitting devices, the
following distances should be maintained between the antenna of this device and
persons during device operation:
Table 1:FCC & IC RF Recommended Safe Separation Distances
Frequency (GHz)
Mode
Separation Distance
3.3 - 3.8
PTP / PMP
130 cm (52 in) or more
4.9 - 5.3
PTP / PMP
255 cm (101 in) or more
5.4
PTP / PMP
40 cm (16 in) or more
5.8
PMP
20 cm (8 in) or more
PTP
310 cm (122 in) or more
To ensure compliance, operation at closer than these distances is not
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be collocated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
3. High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of 5.250-5.350
MHz and 5.650-5.850 GHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-
LAN devices.
4. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.105:
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.
Where DFS is required by regional regulations, this function is permanently enabled at the
factory and can not be disabled by the installer or end-user.
5. FCC Information to Users @ FCC 15.21:
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Redline Communications
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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1.5.2 Installation and Operation
USA
FCC Part 90 guidelines for deployment of AN-80i systems in the frequency band of
3.650-3.700 GHz for “restricted” CBP (Contention Based Protocol) in USA includes
restrictions on the maximum EIRP.
To comply with the above guidelines, the following EIRP limitations are applied for
deployment in this band:
i) Max EIRP of 25 Watts/25 MHz (equivalent to 1 Watt/1 MHz)
ii)Peak EIRP Power Density of 1 Watt in any 1 MHz slice of spectrum.
To ensure compliance with these restrictions, see the following important notices:
1. The AN-80i outdoor transceiver and antenna must be professionally installed.
2. The 3.650-3.700 GHz (USA) and 3.450-3.650 GHz (CAN) frequency ranges are licensed
bands and operators must have a valid spectrum license to operate AN-80i equipment using
these bands.
3. The AN-80i requires a Redline FCC-specific options key that is mandatory for operation
within the USA. This options key enforces the FCC approved operating range of 3.650-3.675
GHz. Do not operate an AN-80i outdoor transceiver until you have confirmed the FCC-
specific options key is loaded and active (operating range restricted to 3.650-3.675 GHz).
When the FCC-specific options key is installed, the operator is not able to set an RF
frequency that exceeds the allowed range of 3.650-3.675 GHz.
4. The AN-80i transmit power settings must not exceed values stated in the AN-80i User
Manual.
5. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Redline Communications could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canada
IC regulations governing operation in the 3.450-3.650 GHz band are subject to licensing,
pursuant to subsection 4(1) of the Radiocommunication Act.
1.5.3 Power Settings
USA
FCC regulation part 90.1321 (governing operation in the 3.650-3.700 GHz band in the
US) states that base station transmissions are limited to a maximum transmit power of 1
Watt/MHz (peak EIRP).
Canada
IC regulations governing operation in the 3.450-3.650 GHz band states that base station
transmissions are limited to a maximum transmit power of 1 Watt/MHz (peak EIRP).
1.5.4 Recommendations to UNII band Users
Redline, in complete cooperation with the FCC, strongly recommends the operators of
this equipment in the UNII band to deploy following these guidelines:
1. Avoid operation in the TDWR band of 5600-5650 MHz.
2. Review the following table of Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR) system
locations.
3. Operate at least 30 MHz away from the TDWR operation frequencies when installing
devices within 22 miles (35 km) or in line-of-sight of a TDWR site.
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Table 2: FCC: TDWR System Locations
STATE
CITY
LONGITUDE
LATITUDE
FREQUENCY
TERRAIN
ELEVATION
(MSL) [ft]
ANTENNA
HEIGHT
ABOVE
TERRAIN [ft]
AZ
PHOENIX
W 112 09 46
N 33 25 14
5610 MHz
1024
64
CO
DENVER
W 104 31 35
N 39 43 39
5615 MHz
5643
64
FL
FT LAUDERDALE
W 080 20 39
N 26 08 36
5645 MHz
7
113
FL
MIAMI
W 080 29 28
N 25 45 27
5605 MHz
10
113
FL
ORLANDO
W 081 19 33
N 28 20 37
5640 MHz
72
97
FL
TAMPA
W 082 31 04
N 27 51 35
5620 MHz
14
80
FL
WEST PALM BEACH
W 080 16 23
N 26 41 17
5615 MHz
20
113
GA
ATLANTA
W 084 15 44
N 33 38 48
5615 MHz
962
113
IL
MCCOOK
W 087 51 31
N 41 47 50
5615 MHz
646
97
IL
CRESTWOOD
W 087 43 47
N 41 39 05
5645 MHz
663
113
IN
INDIANAPOLIS
W 086 26 08
N 39 38 14
5605 MHz
751
97
KS
WICHITA
W 097 26 13
N 37 30 26
5603 MHz
1270
80
KY
COVINGTON
CINCINNATI
W 084 34 48
N 38 53 53
5610 MHz
942
97
KY
LOUISVILLE
W 085 36 38
N 38 02 45
5646 MHz
617
113
LA
NEW ORLEANS
W 090 24 11
N 30 01 18
5645 MHz
2
97
MA
BOSTON
W 070 56 01
N 42 09 30
5610 MHz
151
113
MD
BRANDYWINE
W 076 50 42
N 38 41 43
5635 MHz
233
113
MD
BENFIELD
W 076 37 48
N 39 05 23
5645 MHz
184
113
MD
CLINTON
W 076 57 43
N 38 45 32
5615 MHz
249
97
MI
DETROIT
W 083 30 54
N 42 06 40
5615 MHz
656
113
MN
MINNEAPOLIS
W 092 55 58
N 44 52 17
5610 MHz
1040
80
MO
KANSAS CITY
W 094 44 31
N 39 29 55
5605 MHz
1040
64
MO
SAINT LOUIS
W 090 29 21
N 38 48 20
5610 MHz
551
97
MS
DESOTO COUNTY
W 089 59 33
N 34 53 45
5610 MHz
371
113
NC
CHARLOTTE
W 080 53 06
N 35 21 39
5608 MHz
807
113
NC
RALEIGH DURHAM
W 078 41 50
N 36 00 07
5647 MHz
400
113
NJ
WOODBRIDGE
W 074 16 13
N 40 35 37
5620 MHz
19
113
NJ
PENNSAUKEN
W 075 04 12
N 39 56 57
5610 MHz
39
113
NV
LAS VEGAS
W 115 00 26
N 36 08 37
5645 MHz
1995
64
NY
FLOYD BENNETT
FIELD
W 073 52 49
N 40 35 20
5647 MHz
8
97
OH
DAYTON
W 084 07 23
N 40 01 19
5640 MHz
922
97
OH
CLEVELAND
W 082 00 28
N 41 17 23
5645 MHz
817
113
OH
COLUMBUS
W 082 42 55
N 40 00 20
5605 MHz
1037
113
OK
AERO. CTR TDWR #1
W 097 37 31
N 35 24 19
5610 MHz
1285
80
OK
AERO. CTR TDWR #2
W 097 37 43
N 35 23 34
5620 MHz
1293
97
OK
TULSA
W 095 49 34
N 36 04 14
5605 MHz
712
113
OK
OKLAHOMA CITY
W 097 30 36
N 35 16 34
5603 MHz
1195
64
PA
HANOVER
W 080 29 10
N 40 30 05
5615 MHz
1266
113
PR
SAN JUAN
W 066 10 46
N 18 28 26
5610 MHz
59
113
TN
NASHVILLE
W 086 39 42
N 35 58 47
5605 MHz
722
97
TX
HOUSTON
INTERCONTL
W 095 34 01
N 30 03 54
5605 MHz
154
97
TX
PEARLAND
W 095 14 30
N 29 30 59
5645 MHz
36
80
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Additional information:
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1.5.5 UL Information
1. The suitability of the supplied Ethernet cable is subject to the approval of
Authority Having Jurisdiction and must comply with the local electrical code.
2. The equipment must be properly grounded according with NEC and other local
safety code and building code requirements
3. To meet the over-voltage safety requirements on the telecommunications cables,
a minimum 26 AWG telecommunication line cord must be used.
4. "Pour être en conformance avec les exigences finies de sûreté de sur-tension sur
les câbles de télécommunications un fil de télécommunication ayant un calibre
minimum de 26 AWG doit être utilisé."
5. Reminder to all the BWA system installers: Attention to Section 820-40 of the
NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as is practical.
6. AN-80i must be installed in compliance with relevant articles in National Electrical
Code-NEC (and equivalent Canadian Code-CEC) including referenced articles
725, 800 and 810 in NEC.
7. RF coaxial cable connecting an antenna to the AN-80i must comply with the local
electrical code.
1.5.6 WEEE Product Return Process
Figure 1: Notices - WEEE Logo
In accordance with the WEEE (Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
directive, 2002/96/EC, Redline Communications equipment is marked with the logo
shown above. The WEEE directive seeks to increase recycling and re-use of electrical
and electronic equipment. This symbol indicates that this product should not be disposed
of as part of the local municipal waste program. Contact your local sales representative
for additional information.
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Chapter
2
2Site Survey Information
Before the installation of the equipment, a site survey should be completed and this data
should be available to the installation team. This data will assist the installer to correctly
install the AN-80i, and to understand the operating characteristics of the AN-80i system
during configuration and testing.
2.1 Introduction
The Access Node 80i system is made by Redline Communications -- a world leader in
design and production of Broadband Fixed Wireless (BFW) systems.
Figure 2: AN-80i System Components
The AN-80i is a high-performance, high-speed wireless Ethernet bridge for use in a
commercial, industrial, business, or government environment. The system can operate
with a 3.3 - 3.8 GHz, 4.9 - 5.3 GHz, 5.4 GHz, or 5.8 GHz radio (factory installed) using a
time division duplexing (TDD) RF transceiver to transmit and receive on the same
channel. Main features include advanced technologies to address inter-cell interference,
enhanced security features through over-the-air encryption schemes, and Automatic
Transmitter Power Control (ATPC) to automatically maintain optimum performance.
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The outdoor unit can be used with a selection of available external antennas. When
equipped with a narrow beam antenna, the AN-80i supports long-range operations of
over 50 miles (80 km) in clear line of sight (LOS) conditions. The AN-80i outdoor unit is
housed in a weatherproof aluminum alloy case. An indoor PoE power adapter provides
operational power for the AN-80i and connection to the Ethernet network.
One AN-80i is configured as PTP Master or PMP Sector Controller and controls the
wireless link. This function is transparent to all Ethernet operations. The Master/sector
controller uses a scheduled request/grant mechanism to arbitrate bandwidth requests
from the remote unit (PTP Slave / PMP subscriber) to provide non contention-based
traffic with predictable transmission characteristics.
2.2 RF Interference
Frequency planning is an essential component of installation and it is very important to
test for RF interference at every installation site. The AN-80i will not achieve full
operational capability if there is excessive interference on the same or adjacent RF
channels.
RF interference may be caused by another wireless system operating on the same or
adjacent RF channels. A simple test may be performed using the AN-80i built-in
spectrum sweep feature to determine if a selected RF channel is generally free from
interference. This procedure is described in the configuration section of this manual.
2.3 Path Profile
The site survey should identify the optimum location for mounting the AN-80i. For
maximum performance, there should be a direct line of sight to the receiving wireless
system.
The antenna should be positioned to provide maximum clearance within the first Fresnel
zone of the direct path (as high as possible, on either a tall building or tower). A clear
line-of-sight (LOS) path requires clearance above natural and man-made objects by at
least 60% of the First Fresnel zone.
Figure 3: Site Survey - Fresnel Zone Radius
The AN-80i will also function under optical line-of-sight (OLOS) conditions; where a clear
straight line path exists between the two end points, but the first Fresnel zone is not
clear. If the optical path is completely blocked, it may still be possible to establish a non
line-of-sight (NLOS) path using reflections and diffraction. A satisfactory multipath RF
signal may be obtained by directing both AN-80i antennas towards a reflective structure
that is within sight of both units.
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Figure 4: Site Survey - Non-Line of Sight Deployment
The path profile should include the following information:
Table 3: Site Path Profile Data
Antenna
Description
Location
Instructions to identify the location for installing the antenna.
May include blueprints and specify material list.
Height
Mounting height for antenna.
Azimuth
Horizontal aiming direction for the antenna (magnetic or GPS
compass)
Elevation angle
Vertical aiming for antenna (spirit level).
Expected RSSI
Use the Link Budget tool to determine the expected receive signal
strength indication (RSSI).
The expected RSSI value can be determined using the Link Budget Tool from Redline
Communications Inc. See the following section for more details.
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2.4 Overview
The components in the following illustration are supplied with each AN80i system.
Figure 5: Installation - Redline Supplied Components
Table 4: System Components Available from Redline
#
Description
1
AN-80i radio.
2,3,4,5
Mounting kit for AN-80i. All kits include RF jumper cable.
Lightweight mount includes mounting bracket with assembly hardware. Adjusts for
44.5 to 76.2 mm (1.75 to 3.00 in) mast. Includes 228 mm (9 in) RF cable.
Heavy-duty mount includes mounting bracket with assembly hardware. Fits 44.5 to
117.3 cm (1.75 to 4.62 in) mast. Includes 400 mm (16 in) RF cable.
Stand-alone mount includes adapter bracket with assembly hardware and clamps.
Fits 70 to 120 mm (2.75 to 4.75 in) mast. Includes 400 mm (16 in) RF cable.
6
Sector antennas (flat panel).
7
Subscriber antennas (flat panel and parabolic).
8
Line protection (LP) unit for Ethernet cable (install where cable enters building).
9
Cat-5e shielded outdoor Ethernet cable terminated with RJ-45 connector each end.
10
PoE power injector with single AC 110/220 VAC input, single 10/100 Ethernet data
port, plus single 10/100 powered Ethernet port.
11
Power cord for AC type PoE power injector only. The AC power cord must be
ordered separately from the PoE.
12
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2.5 Customer Supplied Materials
Installation of the AN-80i equipment requires additional equipment and materials
supplied by the customer. The following list is provided as a guideline only, and
additional materials may be required based on local conditions at each installation site.
This list is not comprehensive and is provided as a guide only.
Table 5: Installation - Customer-Supplied Items
#
Item
Description
1.
Equipment
Rack
Mounting space allocated for the PoE power adapter. Must
accommodate 2 m (6') AC power cable and routing of Ethernet
cable from PoE to local Ethernet network access point.
2.
120/240 VAC
Power
Reliable 120/240 VAC. Total power requirements must be
evaluated based on individual site configurations.
3.
Cat-5 Ethernet
Cables
Connect from PoE power adapter to core network.
4.
Cable
Installation
Materials
Materials for securing cables to mast, protecting cables from
abrasion, etc. including suggested weatherproofing materials:
Scotch 2200 series of vinyl mastic rolls
Scotch 130C linerless rubber splicing tape
3M Scotch super 88 electrical tape
Rubber mastic putty or duct sealing putty
5.
Radio/Antenna
Mast
Mast or tower location as required by site survey. Equipment
must be rated for weight and wind loading of all installed radios
and antennas.
6.
Ground Block
Termination for grounding and shield of all conductive cables
entering the building.
7.
Grounding
Wire
Master grounding system for all indoor and outdoor equipment,
with #2 AWG through #6 AWG as required and eye-terminals for
connection to AN-80i chassis and mounting bracket.
8.
Tools
i) Precision set of screwdrivers, cutter pliers, and other common
installation tools.
ii) Portable computer (Windows™) for AN-80i configuration,
antenna alignment, and troubleshooting as required.
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2.6 Network Information
Following installation, each AN-80i must be configured for operation with a local Ethernet
network. Contact your network system administrator for details.
Table 6:Network Parameters
Setting
Description
IP Address
IP address for the AN-80i management.
IP Subnet Mask
IP subnet mask for the AN-80i management.
Default Gateway
Address
IP address of the default router/gateway.
Flow Control Enable
Enable/disable 802.3x flow control.
Ethernet Mode
Speed and duplex options.
SNMP Enable
Enable/disable SNMP and configure community names,
permissions and trap addresses.
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2.7 Link Budget Tool
Identifying potential mounting locations will determine RF path and link distances. The
Link Budget Tool developed by Redline will calculate the expected link performance for a
specified range based on the selection of RF channel, power gain, antenna height, etc.
This is useful to determine if a proposed location is suitable for the intended application.
Figure 6: Site Survey - Sample Link Budget Calculation
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