Symbol IEEE 802.11A/B User manual

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Symbol IEEE 802.11A/B
Access Port
(Model WSAP-5030-100-WW)
Hardware Quick Reference Guide
Draft
March 2003

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To The Installer................................................................................................................................4
Purpose .......................................................................................................................................4
Document Conventions................................................................................................................4
Warnings:.....................................................................................................................................4
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................5
Technical Specifications..............................................................................................................5
Radio Characteristics...................................................................................................................6
Overview..........................................................................................................................................7
LED Indicators.............................................................................................................................7
Mounting hardware included:.......................................................................................................7
Surface Mounting...........................................................................................................................11
Wall Mounting............................................................................................................................11
Attaching the Access Port to the Mounting Bracket..............................................................11
Plaster Wall Board Ceiling Mount..............................................................................................12
Attaching the Access Port to the Mounting Bracket..............................................................12
Above Suspended Ceiling Tile (Plenum) Mount........................................................................13
Attaching the Access Port to the Mounting Bracket..............................................................13
Below Suspended Ceiling (T-Bar) Mount...................................................................................14
Attaching the Access Port to the Suspended Ceiling Mounting Bracket...............................14
Available Options...........................................................................................................................16
Customer Support..........................................................................................................................17
North American Contacts...........................................................................................................17
International Contacts................................................................................................................17
Symbol Developer Program Web Site.......................................................................................17
Legal Information ...........................................................................................................................19
Regulatory Information...............................................................................................................19
Applying the Regulatory Country Stamp....................................................................................19

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If the appropriate stamp(s)is not provided, please contact your supplier.....19
To apply the country stamp:..................................................................................................19
FCC RF Exposure Guidelines .......................................................................................20
Safety Information.....................................................................................................................20
Remote and Standalone Antenna Configurations.....................................................................20
Power Supply............................................................................................................................20
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements................................................................................21
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements – Canada...............................................................22
Statement of Compliance..........................................................................................................22
Other Countries.........................................................................................................................23
Copyright........................................................................................................................................24
Patents......................................................................................................................................24

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To the Installer
This guide is intended for the technician responsible for installing Symbol Technologies IEEE
802.11a Access Port. It is assumed that the technician is familiar with Ethernet LAN-based
networking, terms and concepts. The installing technician should also have a working knowledge
of mechanical assembly as well as an understanding of local building codes.
Purpose
The purpose of this document is to provide specifications, features and guidelines for the installer
to use during installation. This document does not give site-specific installation instructions. Refer
to site-specific documentation, derived from site survey and site network analysis, for detailed
installations.
Document Conventions
Before operating any equipment, review this document for any hazards associated with
installation and use of the device. Also, review standard practices for preventing accidents.
Note: Indicates tips, hints and special requirements.
Caution: Care is required. Disregarding cautions can result in data loss or equipment damage.
Warning: Indicates a potentially dangerous condition or procedure that only Symbol-trained
personnel should attempt to correct or perform.
Warnings:
• Only Symbol Technologies trained and qualified personnel are allowed to install this
equipment.
• Read all installation instructions and site survey reports and verify correct equipment
installation before connecting the system to its power source.
• Remove any jewelry (rings, watches, necklaces, etc.) while installing this equipment.
• Verify that any device connected to this unit is properly wired and grounded.
• Verify connecting power circuits have appropriate overload protection.
• Attach only approved cables to this device.
• Verify adequate ventilation around the device and that ambient temperatures meet
equipment operation specifications.
• Verify uninterruptible power sources, if equipment is carrying emergency traffic.
• Do not use the surface assembly for plenum-rated ceiling mounting.

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Introduction
The 5030 Access Port provides area coverage to 802.11a/b (when configured with 802.11a/b
radios) wireless network devices. The Access Port includes different placement options, allowing
best placement for it to operate within its optimum range.
The standard mounting base allows the unit to be secured to a wall by the use of two screws and
wall anchors (included, use if needed). Use the mounting bracket as a template for marking the
location of the mounting holes. The above/below ceiling and wall mounting options allow the unit
to attach to the specified surfaces using only the mounting hardware provided. The Access Port
receives power and transfers data through the same (CAT-5) cable or through a Symbol approved
power supply.
Technical Specifications
Operating Voltage 48 vdc (typical)
36 vdc to 57 vdc (range)
Operating Current 10 mA to 150 mA
Peak Current 250 mA
Operating Temperature -20°C to 50°C
Operating Humidity 5% to 85%
Storage Temperature -40°to 70°C
Storage Humidity 85%
Altitude 8,000 feet (operating max)
15,000 feet (storage max)
Drop 30 inches (to concrete)
MTBF 27,000 hrs
Electrostatic Discharge +/-15 kV (air discharge)
+/-8 kV (contact discharge)
+/-2 kV (pin discharge)

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Radio Characteristics
The Access Port can be configured as an IEEE 802.11 a/b compliant device.
As an IEEE 802.11a device it supports 6, 9, 12, 18, 24,36, 48 and 54 Mbps data rates, utilizing
transmit-only diversity, in the 5.15 to 5.825 GHz range.
As an IEEE 802.11b device it supports 1.0, 2.0, 5.5 and 11.0 Mbps data rates, utilizing transmit
and receive diversity, in the 2.4 to 2.5 GHz ISM radio band.

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Overview
The WSAP 5030-xxx-WW system is available in an 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11a/b radio
configuration. Configurations include internal antennas or external antenna connectors. External
antennas are optional (see add-on options addendum for installation of options). Verify model
number of purchase order matches the packing list model number and the device model number
in the box. The WSAP 5030 system has two RJ-45 connecters (10/100 Ethernet ports LAN
and ACC) that connect to the Symbol Technologies Wireless LAN Switch host and a
daisy chained device.
The WSAP supports any vendors 802.3af compatible switch and Symbol’s POE.
LED Indicators
The top panel LED activity indicator (viewable via light pipe when installed above a ceiling)
provides a status display indicating error conditions, transmission and network activity for 802.11
a/b (if applicable).
802.11a Activity Led Amber
Booting LED flashes three times per second while firmware is loading.
Normal LED is on steady unless there is radio traffic and then it flashes with the radio
traffic.
Error LED flashes once per second if an error prevents the unit from operating
normally.
802.11b Activity Led Blue
Booting LED flashes three times per second while firmware is loading.
Normal LED is on steady unless there is radio traffic and then it flashes with the radio
traffic.
Error LED flashes once per second if there is an error that prevents the unit from
operating normally.
Mounting hardware included:
• Horizontal or vertical flat surfaces (such as desk tops, walls or ceilings)
• Plenum rated above or below ceiling configurations (above ceiling installation hides the unit
and cables from visual access).
NOTE: Suspended ceiling notes or warnings apply to all installations where the unit is mounted
directly (above or below) to the suspended ceiling tile. The Access Port comes with a safety wire
tie point. The safety wire is customer supplied.

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Display of AP exploded view and wall mounting hardware identified by item numbers.
Caution! Symbol does not recommend mounting the Access Port directly (above or
below) to any suspended ceiling tile with a thickness less than ½ an inch or a
suspended ceiling tile with an unsupported span greater than 26 inches.
Symbol recommends that the Access Port be fitted with a customer supplied
Safety Cable suitable for the specific installation. The safety cable should be
steel at least .06 - .10 inches in diameter similar to cable used to support T-
bar in a suspended ceiling installation.
Mounting hardware included is identical for all Access Port configurations. Verify that the contents
of the box includes the correct Access Port purchased and mounting hardware:
Item
number Item Notes
1.
Access Port Assembly The Access Port configuration with
external antenna connectors does not
come with external antennas.
WSAP-5030-100-WW 802.11a with external radio RSMA
antenna connectors (antenna is a
separate purchasable item).
WSAP-5030-200-WW 802.11a/b configuration external RSMA
(.11a radio), BNC (.11b radio) antenna
connectors (antenna is a separate
purchasable item).
WSAP-5030-201-WW 802.11a/b configuration internal
antennas.

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Mounting Hardware Wall, Desk
2. Rubber feet (4) Apply to bottom of Access Port only on
desk mounted installations
3. Metal mounting bracket Below ceiling and wall bracket are the
same. Bracket is packaged with Access
Port and not with mounting kit hardware
items.
4. # 10 wall screws (2) Sheet metal self-tapping for use with
provided anchors (if needed).
5. # 10 wall anchors (2)
6. Installation Guide
Item numberItem Notes
Ceiling Mounting Hardware
7.
Metal mounting bracket Same as wall bracket. Bracket
is packaged with Access Port
and not with mounting kit
hardware items.
8.
T-bar clips (2) Below ceiling installations only.
Includes two clip sections,
carriage bolt and wing nut for
each T-bar clip.
9.
Plastic mounting bracket Above ceiling installations only.
Bracket is packaged with
Access Port and not with
mounting kit hardware items.
10. # 10 nuts (2) For use with above ceiling
installation
11. # 10 screws (2) For use with above ceiling installation
12. # 10 washers (4) For use with above ceiling
installation
13. Extended light pipe For use with above ceiling.
installation

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installation
14. Light Pipe Decal For use with above ceiling installation.
Review Site survey and network analysis reports to determine the method for Access Port
installation.
Display of AP exploded view and ceiling mounting hardware identified by item number.