Zhone SkyZhone 1624 Manual

SkyZhone 1624, 1424, 1224 Hardware
Installation Guide
For software version 4.4.x
September 2007
Document Part Number: 830-01642-01

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WARNING!
The SkyZhone product is a line power device conforming to UL 60950-1 and UL
60950-21 standards. The DC voltages (RFT-V signals) are provided to SkyZhone
through the SHDSL connector. These voltages must be provided by a UL
60950-1 andUL 60950-21 certified power source,typically located at theCentral
Office. One such certified power source is the Argus Technologies CSM35
Modular Converter System (#012-550-B2).Uncertified power sources can result
in injury or death.
Proper Safety Grounding is required to insure proper operation and protection
from lightning strikes and surges. A copper ground lug is provided on the unit
for this purpose. Connect a length of #10 AWG solid, bare, copper wire to the
grounding lug and firmly tighten the grounding screw (see Figure 20). Connect
the other end of the grounding wire to a grounded surface or another earth
ground such as a metal rod. This ground must be install before applying power
to the unit.
SkyZhone provides both Primary and Secondary lightning and surge protection
to the SHDSL and PoE cable signals. The Console cable signals are not
protected and this cable, which is not intended for outdoor use, should not be
connected when the unit is installed.
This unit is powered by high voltage over the SHDSL lines. Electrical shock and
personal injury can occur by touching the leads with the power on. Verify that
the SHDSL lines are deenergized before installing or removing the equipment.
Always turn the power off at the DSLAM before installing or removing this
equipment.
The National Electrical Code (NEC) and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
require the use of an agency listed (UL/CSA) Building EntranceProtector for all
power and data communications cables entering a building. This is to protect
the building and occupants from damage caused by transient voltage and
current surges.
A UL 497 (CSA C22.2 No. 226-92) approved primary protection device must be
used at the building entrance if the Ethernet port is used to provide in-building
access to the SkyZhone network. Also check with local wiring codes.
Caution:
•This product requires professional installation.
•The unit is sealed at the factory and must not be opened in the field. The unit shall
be returned to the factory for repairs.
•Serious injury can occur if the antennas come in contact with electric power lines.
Carefully follow the instructions in this manual. During and after installation, the
antennas must be a minimum of 24 inches from any power lines. Use caution
when installing this outdoor equipment.
•FCC RF Exposure Requirements (per OET-65) requires the SkyZhone platform to
be mounted such that the general public does not come within 10 inches of the
antennae.
•The PoE (Power over Ethernet) connector sources power to other devices. Some
devices may not be compatible with this feature. In that case, do not connect the
wires that supply the power. The power is 48 volts DC, at a maximum of 5 watts.

Note:
•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class C
digital device, pursuant to part 15, subpart C, 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 user manual, may increase the potential for harmful
interference to radio communications.
WARNING!
The authority to operate this equipment is conditioned by the requirement that
no modifications will be made to the equipment unless the changes or
modifications are expressly approved by the manufacturer.
•This warning applies to the Skyzhone-1424 only. 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 the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense..
•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Zhone Technologies, Inc.
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
•The supplied cables and antennae must be used to ensure compliance with Part 15,
FCC Rules.
•This device may only be used with approved antennae that are shipped with the
unit and installed per installation instructions. The use of any other antennas will
invalidate the unit's FCC Part 15 certification.
•The 2.4 GHz band has been designed to operate with the antennae listed below,
and having a maximum gain of 5 dBi. Antennae not included in this list (Comet
Part Number CFA-245W-SR) or having a gain greater than 5 dBi are strictly
prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
•The 4.9 GHz band has been designed to operate with the antennae listed below,
and having a maximum gain of 5.3 dBi. Antennae not included in this list (Comet
Part Number SF-D49NW-SR) or having a gain greater than 5.3 dBi are strictly
prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms
•To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that permitted for successful communication. Operating the device with
the supplied antennas will ensure that this requirement is met..
•Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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CONTENTS
Style and notation conventions..............................................................................7
Typographical conventions.......................................................................................7
Related documentation.............................................................................................8
Acronyms......................................................................................................................8
Contacting Global Service and Support...............................................................9
Technical support....................................................................................................10
Service requirements...............................................................................................10
Chapter 1 The SkyZhone access point..............................................................................11
Overview .....................................................................................................................11
SkyZhone models....................................................................................................12
SkyZhone features ...................................................................................................13
Bonding...................................................................................................................13
SHDSL Data Rates .................................................................................................14
Mounting options....................................................................................................15
Wall-Mounting Enclosure.......................................................................................15
Line power ..............................................................................................................16
Cables......................................................................................................................16
Grounding ...............................................................................................................20
SkyZhone ordering information............................................................................20
Chapter 2 Preparing for installation ...................................................................................21
Installation precautions..........................................................................................21
Selecting the locations............................................................................................23
Specifications............................................................................................................23
Chapter 3 Installing the SkyZhone access point ..........................................................27
Equipment needed for installation.......................................................................27
Pole-mounting kit....................................................................................................27
Wall-mounting enclosure kit...................................................................................28
Wall-mount kit (without plastic cover)...................................................................28
Customer supplied equipment.................................................................................28

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Mounting the SkyZhone to a pole........................................................................29
Mounting the SkyZhone to the side of a building............................................32
Grounding...................................................................................................................37
Initial Configuration .................................................................................................38
Using the factory defaults .......................................................................................38
Changing the factory defaults .................................................................................38
Using the Ethernet interface....................................................................................40
Chapter 4 Diagnostics ..............................................................................................................41
Status and LED..........................................................................................................41
Chapter 5 Safety, Regulations, and Certifications.......................................................43
Safety ..........................................................................................................................43
Grounding and isolation.........................................................................................46
Installation safety precautions .............................................................................46
Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................47
EMI Notices............................................................................................................47
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................49
Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network ............................................50
CE Marking.............................................................................................................50
Contacting Global Service and Support.............................................................51
Technical Support...................................................................................................51
Index......................................................................................................................................................53

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This guide is intended for use by installation technicians, system
administrators, network administrators. It explains how to install the
SkyZhone station and how to provision the physical interfaces.
Style and notation conventions
The following conventions are used in this document to alert users to
information that is instructional, warns of potential damage to system
equipment or data, and warns of potential injury or death. Carefully read and
follow the instructions included in this document.
Caution: A caution alerts users to conditions or actions that could
damage equipment or data.
Note: A note provides important supplemental or amplified
information.
Tip: A tip provides additional information that enables users to more
readily complete their tasks.
WARNING! A warning alerts users to conditions or actions that
could lead to injury or death.
Typographical conventions
The following typographical styles are used in this guide to represent specific
types of information.

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Related documentation
Refer to the following publication for additional information:
SkyZhone CLI Reference Guide explains how to use the Zhone command line
interface (CLI) and describes the system commands and parameters.
SkyZhone WEB Configuration Tool User Guide explains how to configure and
manage SkyZhone using the Web interface.
Refer to the release notes for software installation information and for
changes in features and functionality of the product, if any.
Acronyms
The following acronyms are related to Zhone products and may appear
throughout this manual:
Bold Used for names of buttons, dialog boxes, icons, menus,
profiles when placed in body text, and property pages (or
sheets). Also used for commands, options, parameters in
body text, and user input in body text.
Fixed Used in code examples for computer output, file names, path
names, and the contents of online files or directories.
Fixed Bold Used in code examples for text typed by users.
Fixed Bold
Italic
Used in code examples for variable text typed by users.
Italic Used for book titles, chapter titles, file path names, notes in
body text requiring special attention, section titles,
emphasized terms, and variables.
PLAIN UPPER
CASE Used for environment variables.
Command Syntax Brackets [ ] indicate optional syntax.
Vertical bar | indicates the OR symbol.
Table 1: Acronyms and their descriptions
Acronym Description
ADSL Asymmetrical Digital Subscriber Line
AP Access Point
ACS Auto Configuration Server
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Contacting Global Service and Support
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Contacting Global Service and Support
Contact Global Service and Support (GSS) if you have any questions about
this or other Zhone products. Before contacting GSS, make sure you have the
following information:
•Zhone product you are using
•System configuration
•Software version running on the system
•Description of the issue
DSL Digital Subscriber Line
EFM Ethernet in the First Mile
MALC Multi-Access Line Concentrator
MIB Management Information Bases
NAT Network Address Translation
NMS Network Management System
RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial In User Service
SHDSL Symmetric High-bit-rate Digital Subscriber Line
SLMS Single Line Multi-Service
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol
TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol
VoIP Voice over IP
VoWi-Fi Voice-over-Wifi
VPN Virtual Private Network
WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy
Wi-Fi Wireless Fidelity (IEEE 802.11 wireless networking)
WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia
WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access
ZMS Zhone Management System
Table 1: Acronyms and their descriptions
Acronym Description

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Technical support
If you require assistance with the installation or operation of your product, or
if you want to return a product for repair under warranty, contact GSS. The
contact information is as follows:
If you purchased the product from an authorized dealer, distributor, Value
Added Reseller (VAR), or third party, contact that supplier for technical
assistance and warranty support.
Service requirements
If the product malfunctions, all repairs must be performed by the
manufacturer or a Zhone-authorized agent. It is the responsibility of users
requiring service to report the need for service to GSS.
E-mail [e-mail]
Telephone (North America) 877-ZHONE20 (877-946-6320)
Telephone (International) 510-777-7133
Internet www.zhone.com/support

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1
THE SKYZHONE ACCESS POINT
This chapter provides an overview of the SkyZhone Wi-Fi outdoor access
point. It includes these sections:
•Overview, page 11
•SkyZhone features, page 13
•SkyZhone ordering information, page 20
Overview
The SkyZhone access point is a line-powered carrier class outdoor Wi-Fi
access point with 22 Mbps symmetric DSL backhaul to every unit. The
SkyZhone supports a variety of applications including VoIP, internet access,
mobile video, and enterprise VPNs optimized for citywide Wi-Fi deployments
by telephone companies.
SkyZhone enables telephone companies to deploy a more reliable, lower
latency, higher speed and lower cost network than traditional mesh Wi-Fi
solutions.

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Figure 1: SkyZhone with 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n and 4.9 GHz 802.11a antennas
SkyZhone models
The SkyZhone access point is available in the following models:
•SkyZhone-1624 Wi-Fi Access Point
Supports wireless radio transmission of 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g, and 4.9 GHz
802.11a, using two separate radios. Four SHDSL lines with EFM
Bonding are used for backhaul and line powering.
•SkyZhone-1424 Wi-Fi Access Point
Supports wireless radio transmission of 4.9 GHz 802.11a. Four SHDSL
lines with EFM Bonding are used for backhaul and line powering.
•SkyZhone-1224 Wi-Fi Access Point
Supports wireless radio transmission of 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g. Four SHDSL
lines with EFM Bonding are used for backhaul and line powering.
Coverage area
With the SkyZhone access point, there is no need to use Wi-Fi links for
communication between stations. This eliminates issues associated with
buildings, trees, or hilly terrain that can impact node-to-node communications
for mesh access points.
Console port
Ethernet port
Ground
SHDSL port
LED status light
4.9 GHz 802.11a antennas
2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n antennas

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The SkyZhone access point uses 5dBi antennas that provide a 26 degree
beam-width per antenna. Additionally, the three 2.4 GHz antennas are
oriented to provide complete coverage both horizontally and vertically.
SkyZhone access point’s signals extend up and down, and all around to
minimize dead spots.
MIMO (Multiple-In, Multiple-Out) technology maximizes the receive signal
strength from typical low-power 802.11b/g client devices and enables
SkyZhone to maintain a reliable link at distances more than 50% greater than
non-MIMO solutions.
In Figure 1 on page 12, note that the 4.9 GHz 802.11a radio uses the bottom
two antennas and the 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g radio uses the top three antennas.
The 2.4 GHz radio operates in the unlicensed ISM band and can be used for a
variety of applications such as Internet Access, Voice over IP, Mobile Video,
or Enterprise VPN.
The 4.9 GHz radio operates in the licensed spectrum reserved for Public
Safety users including city government, police, fire and EMT.
SkyZhone features
The SkyZhone access points communicate with SkyZhone aggregators using
standards-based SHDSL-EFM uplinks to transport data traffic between access
points and the Central Office or remote cabinet.
After initial power up, the SkyZhone access point contacts the ACS Server,
downloads the latest software, downloads the configuration file, and registers
itself with the Network Management System (NMS) system.
The SkyZhone access points’ dual-radio architecture provides 2.4GHz access
for residential and commercial applications while simultaneously providing
4.9GHz access for public safety applications, using industry standard IEEE
802.11 client devices.
Remote configuration and troubleshooting is supported via SSH and HTTPS
to SkyZhone access points through a separate management VLAN. In
addition, a console port is provided for local access to the CLI.
SkyZhone also includes a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) port which provides for
connectivity from the SkyZhone access point to a video camera or other
accessory.
Bonding
The SkyZhone access point supports Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM)
bonding on SHDSL lines. This bonding complies with the IEEE 802.3ah
standard. Additional SHDSL lines can be added as your bandwidth needs
increase. The SkyZhone access point automatically performs load balancing
over the SHDSL lines.
Figure 2 shows an example of a SkyZhone network configuration.

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Figure 2: SkyZhone network configuration
The SkyZhone supports 4 SHDSL lines bonded as a single EFM interface and
connected to a SHDSL card installed in a SkyZhone Aggregator. Each
SHDSL line card in the SkyZhone Aggregator provides 24 ports and each
SkyZhone access point uses up to 4 ports. The data rates for the SHDSL card
are shown in Table 2:
SHDSL Data Rates
The SkyZhone Access Points support the following SHDSL data rates.
SHDSL Data Rates
ACS Server DHCP Server RADIUS Server
SkyZhone Wi-Fi Access Layer
Edge Aggregation Layer
Router
Municipal Router
VPN Server
Public Access
Internet
Municipality’s
Network
Router
SkyZhone
Aggregator SkyZhone
Aggregator
ZMS Server
Table 2: SHDSL Data Rates
Distance (Feet) Line 1 (Kbps) Line 2 (Kbps) Line 4 (Kbps)
4000 5696 11392 22784
5000 5120 10240 20480
6000 3776 7552 15104
7000 2944 5888 11776
8000 2432 4864 9728
9000 2048 4096 8192
10000 1664 3328 6656
11000 1359 2718 5436

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Mounting options
The SkyZhone access point can be mounted on a pole, at any angle (between
vertical and horizontal), on a streetlight, loop span, or wall.
Wall-Mounting Enclosure
When wall-mounted the SkyZhone access point may be contained in an
enclosed and “hidden” plastic casing that is supported on an aluminum
mounting shelf. The following figure shows the SkyZhone access point with
the enclosure lid removed.
Figure 3: Wall-Mount Enclosure with cover removed
See Chapter 3, Installing the SkyZhone access point, on page 27 for using the
wall-mounted enclosure kit.
12000 1024 2048 4096
13000 768 1536 3072
14000 640 1280 2560
15000 512 1024 2048
16000 512 1024 2048
17000 384 768 1536
18000 320 640 1280
Table 2: SHDSL Data Rates
Distance (Feet) Line 1 (Kbps) Line 2 (Kbps) Line 4 (Kbps)

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Line power
The SkyZhone access point is powered by a SkyZhone aggregator over the
SHDSL link. There are four pairs of twisted wires on the uplink interface that
are capable of delivering power to the unit in addition to carrying the SHDSL
signals. Two powered pairs are required with the other two for longer loops.
The wiring diagram below illustrates the wiring connections for power and
data being transmitted over the same pair of wires..
Figure 4: SHDSL backhaul with span powering
The SkyZhone access point supports power and data on the same wires.
Delivering power and data over the same wires
Note: For more information about the hardware required to deliver
power and data over the same wires, contact your Zhone sales
representative.
Cables
The SkyZhone Port Connectors
The port connectors are located on either side of the SkyZhone unit. Figure 5
shows the SkyZhone access point port locations.
SHDSL.bis line card
External Power Shelf

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Figure 5: SkyZhone port connectors
Console port
Ethernet port
SHDSL port

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SHDSL, Ethernet (PoE) and Console connectors
Figure 6 displays the pinouts for the SHDL PLUG connector.
Figure 6: SHDSL PLUG connector
Table 3 on page 18 lists the pinouts for the SHDSL cable. Each DSL line is
composed of a twisted-pair of wires. Two pairs are for power (RFT-V
voltages) and data and two pairs are for data only. To operate on longer loops
power is required on Tip/Ring 3 and 4. These wires can be used in any
combination, although positive voltage is typically carried on T/R1 and T/R3,
while negative voltage is on T/R2 and T/R4.
Note: The mechanical configuration (SOCKET vs. PLUG) of the
SHDSL and the Power-over-Ethernet connectors are unique to
prevent attaching a cable to the wrong connector.
Ethernet (PoE)
Figure 7 displays the pinouts for a PoE SOCKET connector.
Table 3: SHDSL connector pinouts for line power and data over the same wire
pairs
Line Signal Color
1 Ring 1 (data and power) Blue
Tip 1 (data and power) White/Blue
2 Ring 2 (data and power) Orange
Tip 2 (data and power) White/Orange
3 Ring 3 (data and additional power) Green
Tip 3 (data and additional power) White/Green
4 Ring 4 (data and additional power) Brown
Tip 4 (data and additional power) White/Brown
Ring 4
Tip 4
Tip 3
Ring 3
Ring 1
Tip 1
Tip 2
Ring 2

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Figure 7: PoE SOCKET connector
Table 4 lists the pinouts for the Ethernet (PoE) cable. Unused PoE connectors
must have a dust cap installed to maintain an IP66 rating.
Console
Figure 8 displays the pinouts for a Console SOCKET connector. This
connector is for temporary use to configure the SkyZhone before mounting.
Any cabling to the console connector must be removed from the permanent
installation to avoid shock hazards. Dust caps must be installed to maintain an
IP66 rating.
Table 4: Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) connector pinouts for line power
Pin Signal Color
ATX_P Blue
B TX_N White/Blue
C RX_P Orange
D RX_N White/Orange
E No connection
F48V Green
G Return_48V White/Green
H No connection
I No connection
J No connection
TX_N
RX_P
RX_N
TX_P
RTN_48V
48V

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Figure 8: Console SOCKET connector
Table 5 lists the pinouts for the Console SOCKET cable.
Note: For more information about the hardware required to deliver
power and data over the same wires, contact your Zhone sales
representative.
Grounding
Proper grounding must be complete before you connect power to the unit. See
Grounding on page 37.
SkyZhone ordering information
To order SkyZhone Wi-Fi outdoor access points by model number contact
GSS, see Contacting Global Service and Support on page 9.
Table 5: Console SOCKET connector pinouts for line power
Pin Signal Color
1DCE_RXD Brown
2 No connection
3DCE_TXD White
GND GND Black
DCE RXD Ground
DCE TXD