TP-Link CPE610 User manual

CPE610
Outdoor CPE
Installation Guide

Contents
Overview
Package Contents
Hardware Overview
Hardware Connection
Site Consideration
Hardware Installation
Power Supply
Lightning & ESD Protection
Software Configuration
Logging in to the PharOS
Configuration for a Typical Application
Antenna Alignment
Specifications
FAQ
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TP-Link's Pharos series outdoor CPEs are dedicated to outdoor
wireless network solutions. This guide is applicable to the product
CPE610.
Overview
Package Contents
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Power Cord Passive PoE Adapter
Installation Guide
CPE610
Installation Guide
Outdoor CPE
Pharos CPE Center Reflector Panel Side Reflector Panels
(Qty.2)
Bolts with Nut and Lock
Washer Assemblies
(M6×110, Qty.2)
Bolts with Nut and Lock
Washer Assemblies
(M6×70)
Rear Cover Mounting Bracket
(For CPE)
Pole-mount Clamp
ST3×10 Self-tapping Screws
(Qty.2)
D3×28 Plastic Wall Anchors
(Qty.2)
Mounting Bracket
(For PoE Adapter)
Protective Cap

Bottom View
Hardware Overview
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Reflector Assembly
Securing Arms
Bubble Level
Mounting Bracket
Pole-mount Clamp
Rear Cover

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On: A device is connected to this port, but there
is no activity.
Flashing: A device is connected to this port, and
is active.
On: The CPE is powered on.
Panel Layout
On: The wireless function is enabled.
Passive PoE Adapter
Power LED
On: Power on.
Off: Power off.
Remote Reset
Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the CPE
to its factory defaults.
RESET
Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the CPE to
its factory defaults.
ETHERNET
The port is to connect to the POE port of the
provided PoE adapter for both data transmission
and power supply through Ethernet cabling.

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Hardware Connection
Site Consideration
Ensure a clear line of sight between the wireless devices for
optimum performance. An elevated location is recommended as
obstacles like trees, buildings and large steel structures will
weaken the wireless signal. See 'Q2' in 'FAQ' for details about
how to calculate the minimum mounting height of the devices.
Mounting Height
Line of Sight
Side View

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Orientation
Install the CPE devices so that they point towards the devices
that will receive the signal. You can orient the devices with the
help of Google Maps, GPS and some landmarks. The horizontal
bandwidth of CPE610 is 6.8°.
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Line of Sight
Horizontal
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1. Attach the Side Reflector Panels to the Center Reflector Panel
as follows:
a. Insert the two mounting studs on the Center Reflector
Panel into the large opening of the slots on the Side
Reflector Panel.
b. Slide the Side Reflector Panel until the mounting studs are
positioned over the narrow opening of the slots, and the top
edges of the panels should be aligned when done.
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c. Repeat step a and step b to attach the other Side Reflector
Panel.
d. (Optional) Attach the Side Reflector Panels to the Center
Reflector Panel more securely using four M2.5x8 bolts and
nuts (not provided). This is recommended if the CPE device
is exposed to extreme weather, such as strong winds.
2. Attach the Rear Cover to the reflector assembly as follows:
a. While holding the reflector assembly, align the raised edges
on the back with the Securing Arms of the Rear Cover, and
align the Snap Hooks on the Rear Cover with the slots on
the Center Reflector Panel.

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b. Attach the Rear Cover to the reflector assembly. Press upon
the Rear Cover at the four positions marked in the diagram
below in sequence until it locks into place.
WARNING: To avoid damage, do not place the panels on a flat
surface or push down on it.
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2
4
3

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3. Insert the Pharos CPE into the Rear Cover until the CPE locks
into place.
4. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Pharos CPE.
a. Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.
Note: The length of the Ethernet cable is up to 60m for steady
power supply.

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b. Attach the Protective Cap to the Rear Cover.
5. Attach the Mounting Bracket to the Rear Cover until the
grooves on the Mounting Bracket are positioned over the pins
on the Rear Cover.

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6. Secure the Mounting Bracket to the Rear Cover using M6x70
Bolts with Nut and Lock Washer Assemblies.
7. Attach the CPE assembly to the pole using two Pole-mount
Clamps and two M6x110 Bolts with Nut and Lock Washer
Assemblies.
a. Insert the two Bolts into the Mounting Bracket.

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b. Secure the Pole-mount Clamps with Nuts and Washers.
Note: Suitable pole diameters range from 15mm to 70mm.
8. Adjust the azimuth and elevation angle of the CPE device to
achieve maximum signal strength.

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Power Supply
Connecting the PoE Adapter
Connect the devices as shown in the figure below.
PoE LAN
Ethernet cable
length up to 60m
Mounting the PoE Adapter (Optional)
Note: To ensure the passive PoE adapter is attached most securely, it is
recommended to install the adapter with the Ethernet port facing upward.
1. Drill two holes on the wall
and insert the plastic wall
anchors into the the holes.
Secure the mounting bracket
to the wall.
2. Attach the passive PoE
adapter to the mounting
bracket by sliding the adapter
in the direction of the arrows
until it locks into place.

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Lightning & ESD Protection
Proper grounding is extremely important for outdoor devices.
By using shielded CAT5e (or above) cable with ground wire and
the provided PoE adapter, you can effectively eliminate ESD
attacks.
CPE
PoE Adapter with
Earth Ground
Shielded CAT5e (or above)
Cable with Ground Wire
Grounded 3-wire
Power Outlet
Twisted Pair
Ground Wire
Secondary Cable Shield
Cable Shield
Sheath

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Open a web browser, type http://192.168.0.254 into the
address field and press Enter (Windows) or return (Mac). It is
recommended to use the latest version of Google Chrome,
Firefox or Safari.
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Logging in to the PharOS
Before accessing the PharOS Web Interface, you need to
assign a static IP address 192.168.0.X (X ranges between 2
and 253, e.g. 192.168.0.10) to your computer.
This chapter introduces the login to the PharOS Web Interface
and the software configurations.
1.
2.
192.168.0.254
Enter admin for both User Name and Password, then select
the Language from the drop-down list. Read and agree to the
terms of use, then click Login.
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Change the default User Name and Password for security
purposes. You can then start to configure your CPE.
1. Log in to PharOS and go to the Quick Setup page.
2. Operation Mode: Select Access Point and click Next.
3. LAN Settings: Click Next.
4. Wireless AP Settings:
a. Create a new SSID (Network name) for your wireless
network.
b. Select WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK for the Security method and
create a PSK Password to protect your AP.
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The typical topology is as follows: Multiple wireless bridges are
built among the access point and the clients. Follow the
instructions below to configure the Access Point and the Client.
For simplicity, we will take one wireless bridge as an example.
4.
For more configurations, please visit
http://www.tp-link.com/support to download the User Guide of
PharOS products in the download center.
Access Point
Client
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1. Log in to PharOS and go to the Quick Setup page.
2. Operation Mode: Select Client and click Next.
3. LAN Settings: Change the IP Address to 192.168.0.X (X
ranges between 2 and 253), the same subnet as the access
point, and click Next.
4. Wireless Client Settings:
a. Click Survey and select the SSID of the Access Point in
the AP list, then click Connect.
b. Select WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK from the Security option,
enter the same PSK password and distance value of the
Access Point, then click Next.
5. Finish: Verify your settings and click Finish to complete the
configuration.
For more configurations, please visit
http://www.tp-link.com/support to download the User Guide of
PharOS products in the download center.
c. Enter the distance between the Access Point and the
Client into the Distance Setting field.
d. Select the MAXtream checkbox (Refer to Q3 in FAQ for
details about MAXtream), and click Next.
5. Finish: Verify your settings and click Finish to complete the
configuration.

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In order to get the best performance, you can precisely align the
direction of the CPE with the assistance of Wireless Signal
Quality on the STATUS page of the PharOS Web Interface.
Adjust the direction of the CPE until the
SNR reaches a maximum.
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