ABB 5210 User Manual

Tropos Networks Outdoor Wi-Fi Cell

Installation Guide

Model 5210



Tropos Networks, Inc.
555 Del Rey Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
USA
www.troposnetworks.com	Part No. 200081-00 Rev A1
408-331-6800	Part No. 200081-00 Rev A1
408-331-6800		November 30, 2004
		November 30, 2004

©2004 Tropos Networks, Inc. All rights reserved. Tropos Networks is a registered trademark of Tropos Networks, Inc. in the United States and certain other jurisdictions. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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FCC Notice to Users and Operators

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B 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 own expense. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by using one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

This Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Tropos Networks could void the user's authority to operate this device.

VCCI Notice to Users and Operators

Translation: This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a Japanese domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell Installation Guide

Taiwan DGT Telecommunications Act Notice to Users and Operators

或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

Warning

It is illegal to modify the construction of this product. Modifying the operating frequency or enhancing the transmit output power through the use of external amplifiers or other equipment is specifically disallowed by the “Telecommunications Act.”

Warning

This device is for outdoor or indoor use with conditions that no harmful interference to authorized radio stations results from the operation of this device. This device shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal communications as defined in the “Telecommunications Act.” If this device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device immediately until no interference is achieved.

Note

This device must be installed by trained professional, value added reseller or systems integrator who is familiar with RF cell planning issues and the regulatory limits defined by the Taiwan government “Telecommunications Act” for RF exposure, specifically those limits outlined in Telecom Technical Regulations RTTE01 and LP002.

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STOP!! STOP!! STOP!! STOP!!

READ THIS FIRST!

Warning

You can be killed installing this device!

You can be killed if the cell antennas come near electric power lines. Carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. By nature of the installation, you may be exposed to hazardous environments and high voltage. Use caution when installing the outdoor system.

Caution

The Tropos 5210 Outdoor Wi-Fi cell may contain a lithium-ion battery. To avoid the possibility of an explosion, the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell should NOT be exposed to any temperatures higher than 85 degrees C.

The RJ45 connectors of your Tropos 5210 Outdoor Wi-Fi cell may source DC power on pins 4,5 and 7,8. The IEEE 802.3 standards allow for pins 4,5 and 7,8 to be used for Power Over Ethernet. Some products may be incompatible with the Tropos Power Over Ethernet capability. If such problems occur, make sure that the unit is configured with the Power Over Ethernet capability set to Off (default setting). If problems persist, use Ethernet cables that have no connections to the unused pins 4,5 and 7,8.

The Tropos 5210 Outdoor Wi-Fi cell is installed in wet, outdoor locations. Make sure closure caps are installed and all cable connections are securely fastened and waterproofed.

The Tropos 5210 Outdoor Wi-Fi cell can only be used with approved antennas. See Appendix C, “Approved Antenna Configurations” for further information.

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell Installation Guide

Installing the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Model Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installation Hardware and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Site Planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Location Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Site Surveys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mounting Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Proper Use of Hose Clamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Metal Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Wood Pole Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Tower Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Streetlight Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Connecting Cable Attached Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Waterproofing Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Installing Customer-Provided Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Grounding the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Grounding the Data Protection Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Categories of Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Connecting to AC Power (Category C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connecting to Streetlight Power (Category C) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Connecting a Data Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Resetting the Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Connecting Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Battery Backup Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Safety Information for the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Service Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

A	Power Consumption ............................................................................	41
B	Product Specifications ........................................................................	42

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C	Approved Antenna Configurations .....................................................	47
	U.S. Antenna Configurations and Ordering Information. . . . . . . . . . . . .	47
	Japanese Antenna Configurations and Ordering Information . . . . . . . .	49
D	Installation Accessories ......................................................................	50
E	AC Wiring Diagrams..............................................................................	52
F	Wind Loading Considerations ............................................................	55
	Index ......................................................................................................	56

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell Installation Guide

Installing the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

This guide explains how to install the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell safely and is intended for trained technical professionals. It covers the following topics:

Preparing for Installation

Mounting Strategies

Proper Use of Hose Clamps

Mounting Instructions

Connecting Cable Attached Antennas

Grounding the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell

Connecting Power

Connecting a Data Port

Connecting Peripherals

Safety Information for the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cells

Service Instructions

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell Installation Guide

Preparing for Installation

The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell must be installed by a trained professional, value added reseller, or systems integrator who is familiar with RF cell planning issues and regulatory limits defined by the governing body of the country in which the unit will be installed. This section lists the required equipment and model numbers and explains how to prepare the installation site.

Model Numbers

An exploded view of the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell assembly is shown in the next figure.

Note

Antenna(s) must be installed by a trained professional. Operating the unit with non-qualified antennas is a violation of U.S. FCC Rules Part 15.203(c), Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47. See Appendix C, “Approved Antenna Configurations,” for a listing of antenna options.

Warning

This device is for outdoor or indoor use with conditions that no harmful interference to authorized radio stations results from the operation of this device. This device shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal communications as defined in the Taiwan DGT “Telecommunications Act.” If this device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device immediately until no interference is achieved.

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Preparing for Installation

Figure 1 Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell Exploded View

Aux

Tx/Rx antenna

Main

Tx/Rx antenna

Sun shield

#10-32 hex head 5/16"

machine screws x5

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

Bulkhead

plate

Cable gland

10/100 BaseT

LAN cable

10/100 BaseT Management cable

Shielded outdoor cat5 cable

Pole bracket

LED

AC input power connector

Quick tie anchors

Ground

bolt

Bottom view of

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

Hose clamps

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Installation Hardware and Tools

Tropos Networks provides the following accessories to install the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell:

One pole bracket

One sun shield

Two 4-inch diameter hose clamps

Four 6-inch diameter hose clamps

Five 5/16-inch #10-32 stainless steel hex head machine screws

You must supply the following tools:

5/16-inch nut driver

1/4-inch flat blade screwdriver

Tower mounting only: supply stainless or galvanized steel channel stock and 1/2-inch or 5/8-inch nuts, bolts, and washers to connect to the tower arm.

Wood pole mounting only: two 5/8-inch diameter, 3-inch long lag bolts

Site Planning

To ensure safe and durable wiring, installation of the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell must follow appropriate electrical and building codes. Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements, unless local codes in your area take precedence over the NEC code.

The following distance limits apply to installations that have 10/100 Base-T Category 5 network cables attached to the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell:

300 feet between devices for 100BaseT operation

1300 feet for 10BaseT operation.

The Ethernet duplex and speed setting is configurable.

Note

National Electrical Codes (NEC) Article 800 requires the use of Agency Listed (UL/CSA/ TUV) Building Entrance Protector for all power and data communications cables entering a building. The NEC intends by Article 800 to protect the building and occupants from fires caused by transient voltage and current surges.

Note

Ethernet data cable installations having lengths greater than 140 feet in the outdoor environment must use a UL497 approved (UL/CSA/TUV Listed) primary protection device at the building entrance. Ethernet data cable installations having lengths less than 140 feet in the outdoor environment may use a UL497A (UL/CSA/TUV Listed) secondary protection device at the building entrance. Tropos Data Protection Device and Network Protection Units are UL497A secondary protection devices.

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Location Guidelines

The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell is a radio device and therefore susceptible to interference that can reduce throughput and range. Follow these guidelines to ensure the best performance:

Install the unit in an area where trees, buildings, and large steel structures do not obstruct radio signals to and from the antenna. Direct line-of-sight operation is best.

Install the unit away from microwave ovens or other devices operating in the 2.4 GHz frequency range.

Install the units away from other possible sources of 2.4 GHz WLAN interference, such as cordless phones, home spy cameras, frequency hopping (FHSS) and DSSS LAN transceivers (non-802.11b), electronic news gathering video links, radars, amateur radios, land mobile radio services, local government sites (such as law enforcement), fixed microwave services, local TV transmission and private fixed point transmitters.

Antenna Options

You can purchase the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell with an integrated omni-directional antenna, or use an approved external antenna. Omni-directional antennas are best for systems requiring a signal distribution in more than one direction. To comply with regulatory RF exposure limits, locate antennas a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20cm) from people. For antenna model numbers, refer to Appendix B, “Product Specifications.”

Note

Warning

This device is for outdoor or indoor use with conditions that no harmful interference to authorized radio stations results from the operation of this device. This device shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal communications as defined in the Taiwan DGT “Telecommunications Act.” If this device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device immediately until no interference is achieved.

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Site Surveys

Due to variations in component configuration, placement, and physical environment, each installation is unique. Before installing the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell, perform a site survey to determine the optimum placement of units for maximum range, coverage, and network performance. Consider the following factors when performing a site survey:

Data rates—Sensitivity and range are inversely proportional to data bit rates. The maximum radio range is achieved at the lowest workable data rate. A decrease in receiver threshold sensitivity occurs as radio data rate increases.

Antenna type and placement—Proper antenna configuration is a critical factor in maximizing radio range. As a general rule, range increases in proportion to antenna height and gain.

Physical environment—Clear or open areas provide better radio range than closed or filled areas. The less cluttered the operating environment, the greater the range.

Obstructions—A physical obstruction, such as a building or tree, can block or hinder communication. Avoid locating antennas in a location where there is an obstruction between sending and receiving devices.

Building materials—Radio penetration is influenced by the building material used in construction. For example, drywall construction permits greater range than concrete blocks.

Diversity—The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell supports transmit and receive diversity, which requires two antennas.

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Power Source

The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell supports two options for connecting to a power source:

AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 90-480 VAC, 50/60 Hz

NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or 2W(P+N); 90-480 VAC 50/60 Hz

Warning

Connect the AC powered outdoor system only to 90-480 VAC power sources. Do not connect it to a power source of higher voltage.

Caution

You must install an external grounding wire if the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell is installed on a non-metal pole or if the metal installation structure is not properly grounded. You must also ground the outdoor data protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Make sure that grounding is complete before you connect power to the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell.

Safety

Installing the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell can pose a serious hazard. Be sure to take precautions to avoid the following:

Exposure to high voltage lines during installation

Falls when working at heights or with ladders

Injuries from dropping tools and equipment

Contact with AC wiring

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Mounting Strategies

When choosing mounting locations, consider the available mounting structures and antenna clearance. The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell should always be mounted with the top of the cell horizontal and level and with the antennas facing upward.

It is usually best to attach ground and data cables to the cell prior to mounting. Before mounting the cell, review the wiring instructions in “Grounding the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell” on page 22 and “Connecting a Data Port” on page 30 to determine the best strategy for the selected location.

Note

Since the mounting structure itself is a potential obstruction, the cell should be mounted with at least 4 feet of clearance between the antennas and the mounting structure.

Acceptable options for mounting on a streetlight are shown in Figure 2. In each case the cell is mounted to assure clearance for the antennas above the height of the streetlight.

Figure 2 Example Mounting Location - Antennas Facing Upward

Antennas clear of obstruction

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Proper Use of Hose Clamps

The mounting assembly for the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell contains hose clamps to secure the cell to the mounting structure. Figure 3 illustrates the proper use of the hose clamps when mounting on large poles (≥ 8 inches). The clamps are routed through holes in the pole bracket as shown in the figure, and then attached to the pole and tightened.

Figure 3 Proper Use of Hose Clamps - Large Poles (>= 8 Inches)

Band goes through slots

Hose clamp or steel banding

placement for larger poles

>= 8 inches

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Proper Use of Hose Clamps

The proper use of the hose clamps for small poles (< 8 inches) is shown in Figure 4. The clamps are routed behind the inner tabs in the pole bracket, and then attached to the pole and tightened.

Figure 4 Proper Use of Hose Clamps - Small Poles (< 8 Inches)

Hose clamp placement

for smaller poles

Band goes behind inner tabs

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Mounting Instructions

This section explains how to mount the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell on a pole, tower, or streetlight. It is best to mount the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell to aluminum or galvanized steel structures. The mounting brackets are designed to pierce any oxidation layers that are on the outside of the pole, thereby assuring good quality connection to the grounded structure.

Note

The Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell should always be mounted with the top of the cell horizontal and level and with the antennas facing upward.

Note

It is best to attach ground and data cables to the cell before sliding the cell into the mounted sun shield, as explained in this section. Before mounting the cell, review the wiring instructions in “Grounding the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell” on page 22 and “Connecting a Data Port” on page 30 to determine the best strategy for the selected location.

Note

Mounting to wood, concrete, or painted poles may require primary grounding for the unit. Check the national electrical codes in your area for specific rules.

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Metal Pole Mounting

Figure 5 illustrates the proper method of mounting the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell on an outdoor metal pole.

Figure 5 Metal Pole Mounting

Pole bracket (rotated)

Sun shield

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

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Mount the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell on a metal pole:

1.Select a mounting location. You can attach the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell to any pipe or pole with diameter between 1.7 inches and 10 inches.

2.Slip the flat portion of the hose clamps under the inside lips of the pole bracket.

3.Use the hose clamps to attach the pole bracket to the pole. Depending upon the diameter of the pole, you may need to use a single small clamp, single large clamp, or pair of large clamps joined together.

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Mounting Instructions

4.Attach the sun shield of the cell to the pole bracket with three 5/16-inch machine screws. Insert one screw through the hole in the center back of the sun shield and the other two screws through the curved slot tracks. Figure 6 shows the proper screw locations on the back of the sun shield.

5.Level the sun shield by rotating the unit along the curved slot tracks. A built-in level is located on the left side of the shield. Tighten the screws.

6.Slide the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell into place with the antennas on top and secure it at the end with two #10-32 hex head machine screws.

To continue installing the outdoor system, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 17.

Figure 6 Sun Shield Connections

Screws to attach 5210 cell to sun shield

Bubble
level
Use lag bolts	Use machine screws
to attach sun shield	to attach sun shield
to wooden pole	to pole bracket

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Wood Pole Mounting

Figure 7 shows a typical installation with the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell mounted on an outdoor wood pole.

Figure 7 Wood Pole Mounting

Sun shield

Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

Mount the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell on a wood pole:

1.Select a mounting location. You can attach the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell to any outdoor wood pole of diameter at least 1.75 inches.

2.Attach the sun shield of the cell to the pole with two 5/8-inch bolts, making sure that the shield is level. Figure 6 on page 13 shows the proper bolt locations on the back of the sun shield.

3.Slide the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi cell into place and secure it at the end with two #10-32 hex head machine screws.

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Contents

Installing the Tropos 5210 Wi-Fi Cell

Preparing for Installation

Model Numbers

Installation Hardware and Tools

Site Planning

Location Guidelines

Antenna Options

Site Surveys

Power Source

Safety

Mounting Strategies

Proper Use of Hose Clamps

Mounting Instructions

Metal Pole Mounting

Wood Pole Mounting