ABB BFD Users Manual

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Tropos Networks MetroMesh Router
Installation Guide
Model 5320
Tropos Networks, Inc.
555 Del Rey Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Part No. 200197-00 Rev A0
July 2006
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Copyright Notice
©2006 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.
Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation, USA.
This product includes technology protected by U.S. Patents 6,704,301; 6,965,575; 7,016,328, and 7,031,293.
FCC Notice to Users and Operators
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
Industry Canada
Notice to users and operators:
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Cet appareillage numérique de la classe B répond à toutes les exigences de l’interférence canadienne causant des réglements d’équipement. L’opération est sujette aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet dispositif peut ne pas causer l'interférence nocive, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter n’importe quelle interférence reçue, y compris l'interférence qui peut causer l’opération peu désirée.
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.
European Union WEEE Notice
For EU member countries, this symbol means: Do not dispose of this equipment as unsorted municipal waste. This equipment must be collected separately.
The return and collection of this product has not been defined at this time, please contact Tropos Networks for return and/or collection.
It is important for users of this equipment to participate in reuse, recycling, and other forms of recovery. The potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment are a waste of natural resources and cause pollution.
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European Community Language Versions of Informal Statement for Inclusion in User Information
The following statements are in accordance with Article 6.3 of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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STOP!! STOP!! STOP!! STOP!!
READ THIS FIRST!
Important Safety Instructions
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Caution
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damage in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled on objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Warning
Caution
Risk of personal injury or death when installing this device!
There is a risk of personal injury or death if the router 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.
This apparatus must be connected to earth ground.
Do not open the unit — risk of electric shock inside.
Risque d'électrocution. Ne pas ouvrir l'unité.
You are cautioned that any change or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Les changements et modifications, non expressément approuvés dans le présent manuel, peuvent entraîner une interdiction d'utiliser cet appareil pour l'utilisateur.
Service
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. All service must be performed by qualified personnel.
Vous ne devez pas réparer les pièces se trouvant à l'intérieur de l'appareil. Les réparations doivent être effectuées uniquement par du personnel qualifié.
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router may contain a lithium-ion battery. To avoid the possibility of an explosion, the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router should NOT be exposed to any temperatures higher than 85 degrees C.
The RJ45 connectors of your Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router 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.
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The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router is installed in wet, outdoor locations. Make sure closure caps are installed and all cable connections are securely fastened and waterproofed.
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router can only be used with approved antennas. See Appendix C, “Approved Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings” for further information.
Surfaces may become hot. Use caution when accessing the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router.
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Contents
1 Installing the Tropos MetroMesh Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Model Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation Hardware and Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Site Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Location Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Antenna Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Site Surveys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Mounting Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Proper Use of Hose Clamps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Metal Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Wood Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wood Brace Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tower Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Streetlight Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting Cable Attached Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Waterproofing Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Installing Attached Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Resetting the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Connecting Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Battery Backup Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safety Information for the Tropos MetroMesh Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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2 Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3 Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4 Approved Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings . . . . . . . 48
High Power Product Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
U.S. and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Standard Power Product Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5 Antenna Specifications and Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
6 Installation Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
7 AC Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
8 Wind Loading Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
9 Canopy Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
10 Cable Termination Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
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List of Figures
Tropos MetroMesh Router Exploded View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Example Mounting Location - Antennas Facing Upward . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Proper Use of Hose Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Metal Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Sun Shield Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Wood Pole Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Wood Brace Mounting Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Tower Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Streetlight Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting External Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Waterproofing Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Grounding Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Grounding the Indoor Network Protection Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Power Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting Category C AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connecting the AC Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Connecting Streetlight Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Options for Connecting a Data Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Data Cable Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Data Port Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Circuit Board Connection Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
RJ45 Pin Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Average Battery Backup Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Average Battery Backup Time vs. Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
AC Power Consumption vs. Throughput with PoE Output Disabled . . . 40
AC Power Consumption vs. Throughput (Battery Backup, -40o C) . . . . 41
AC Wiring — Photoelectric Power Tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
AC Wiring Power Cable 120VAC, 15A Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Canopy Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Cable Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Cable Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Cable Gland Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Cable Preparation and Termination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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List of Tables
IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Power Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
PoE Power Sourcing Power Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
RJ45 Pin Descriptions for Data Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Physical Specifications - Tropos 5320 Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Options / Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Power Over Ethernet - Power Sourcing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Certifications, Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
802.11b/g Antenna Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
802.11a Radio (5.725-5.850 GHz) - Antenna Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . 50
802.11b/g Antenna Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
802.11a Radio (5.470-5.725 GHz) - Antenna Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Antenna Specifications and Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Installation Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Tropos Antennas, Cables, and Related Ordering Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Canopy Cable Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
TIA/EIA 5688 Wiring - RJ-45 Pin Descriptions for Data Connection . . . . . . 77
Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
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1 Installing the Tropos MetroMesh
Router
This guide explains how to install the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router safely and is intended for trained technical professionals. This chapter covers the following topics:
“Preparing for Installation” on page 2
“Mounting Strategies” on page 7
“Proper Use of Hose Clamps” on page 8
“Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions” on page 9
“Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18
“Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18
“Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router” on page 21
“Connecting Power” on page 24
“Connecting a Data Port” on page 29
“Resetting the Router” on page 34
“Connecting Peripherals” on page 35
“Battery Backup Operation” on page 37
“Safety Information for the Tropos MetroMesh Router” on page 38
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Preparing for Installation

The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router must be installed by a trained professional, value added reseller, or systems integrator who is familiar with RF 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 5320 MetroMesh router assembly is shown in Figure 1.
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 “Approved
Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings” on page 48 for a listing of antenna options.
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Figure 1 Tropos MetroMesh Router Exploded View
802.11b/g
802.11a
#10-32
hex head 5/16"
machine screws
x5
Aux
Tx/Rx antenna
802.11b/g Main
Tx/Rx antenna
Sun shield
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Pole bracket
Hose
clamps
Router
Connector
access cover
without
cable glands
Connector
access cover
Cable gland
10/100 BaseT
LAN cable
10/100 BaseT
Management cable
Shielded outdoor
cat5 cable
LED
AC input
power connector
Quick tie
anchors
Ground
bolt
Bottom view of Router
trp_150
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Installation Hardware and Tools

Tropos Networks provides the following accessories to install the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router:
One pole bracket
One sun shield
Two 4-inch diameter hose clamps
Four 6-inch diameter hose clamps
Seven 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
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Site Planning

To ensure safe and durable wiring, installation of the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 5320 MetroMesh router:
300 feet maximum between devices for 100BaseT operation
600 feet maximum 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
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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.

Location Guidelines

The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 or 5
GHz frequency range.
Install the unit away from other possible sources of 802.11a or 802.11b/g interference, such
as cordless phones, home spy cameras, frequency hopping (FHSS) and DSSS LAN transceivers (non-802.11), 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.
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Antenna Options

You can purchase the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 “Approved Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings” on page 48.
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 “Approved
Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings” on page 48 for a listing of antenna options.

Site Surveys

Due to variations in component configuration, placement, and physical environment, each installation is unique. Before installing the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router, 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.
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Antenna type and placement—Proper antenna configuration is a critical factor in
maximizing radio range. As a general rule, range increases in proportion to gain and antenna height measured from the ground.
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 5320 MetroMesh router supports transmit and receive diversity for
802.11b/g. Diversity requires two antennas.

Power Source

The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router supports the following options for connecting to a power source:
AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 100-480 VAC, 50/60
Hz
NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or
2W(P+N); 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz
In Europe, a suitably rated plug provided by the installer
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Safety

Warning
Connect the AC powered outdoor system only to a rated power source. Do not connect to a power source of other voltage.
Caution
You must install an external grounding wire if the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 5320 MetroMesh router.
Installing the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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
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Contact with AC wiring

Mounting Strategies

When choosing mounting locations, consider the available mounting structures and antenna clearance. The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router should always be mounted with the top of the unit horizontal and level and with the antennas facing upward.
It is usually best to attach ground and data cables to the router prior to mounting. Before mounting the router, review the wiring instructions in “Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router” on page 21 and “Connecting a Data Port” on page 29 to determine the best strategy for the selected location.
Note
To eliminate potential interference from the mounting structure, the router should be mounted with at least 4 feet of clearance around the antennas.
Acceptable options for mounting on a streetlight are shown in Figure 2. In each case the router is mounted to assure clearance for the antennas above the height of the streetlight.
Mounting Strategies
Figure 2 Example Mounting Location - Antennas Facing Upward
Antennas clear of obstruction
Antennas clear
of obstruction
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Proper Use of Hose Clamps

The mounting assembly for the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router contains hose clamps to secure the router to the mounting structure. Figure 3 illustrates the proper use of the hose clamps. The clamps must be routed through slots in the pole bracket as shown in the figure, and then attached to the pole and tightened.
Figure 3 Proper Use of Hose Clamps
Band goes
behind
inner tabs
Proper Use of Hose Clamps
Hose clamp
band
Sun shield
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Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions

Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
This section explains how to mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a pole, tower, or streetlight. It is best to mount the router 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.
Due to potential antenna obstruction issues, the router is not designed to be directly mounted on a building wall. If it is necessary to mount the router on a wall, follow the instructions for mounting on a wooden pole (“Wood Pole Mounting” on page 13), and attempt to mount the router with maximum possible clearance around the antennas.
Note
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router should always be mounted with the top of the router horizontal and level and with the antennas facing upward.
Note
It is best to attach ground and data cables to the router before sliding the router into the mounted sun shield, as explained in this section. Before mounting the router, review the wiring instructions in
“Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router” on page 21 and “Connecting a Data Port” on page 29 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 4 illustrates the proper method of mounting the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on an
outdoor metal pole.
Note
Antennas must be clear of obstruction.
Figure 4 Metal Pole Mounting
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Pole bracket
(rotated)
Sun shield
Router
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Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a metal pole
1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any pipe or pole with diameter
between 1 inch and 10 inches.
2. Slip the flat portion of the hose clamps under the inner tabs or slots 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 to reach around the pole.
4. Attach the sun shield of the router 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 5 shows the proper screw locations on the back of the sun shield.
Note
Use anti-seize lubricant, such as Loctite 37230, when screwing the router into 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 router into place with the antennas on top and secure it at the end with four #10-32
hex head machine screws.
To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18.
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Bubble
level
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Figure 5 Sun Shield Connections
Screws to attach router to sun shield
Use lag bolts
to attach sun shield
to wooden pole
Use machine screws
to attach sun shield
to pole bracket
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Wood Pole Mounting

Figure 6 shows a typical installation with the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router mounted on an
outdoor wood pole.
Note
Antennas must be clear of obstruction.
Figure 6 Wood Pole Mounting
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Sun shield
Router
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Mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a wood pole
1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any outdoor wood pole of diameter
at least 1 inch.
2. Attach the sun shield of the router to the pole with two 5/8-inch bolts, making sure that the
shield is level. Figure 5 on page 12 shows the proper bolt locations on the back of the sun shield. The bolts should be at least 3 inches in length.
3. Slide the router into place and secure it at the end with four #10-32 hex head machine
screws.
To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18.

Wood Brace Mounting

You can mount the pole bracket directly on a wood brace without using pole hose clamps, as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7 Wood Brace Mounting Option
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
1/4" lag bolts
2-1/2" minimum
Wood brace
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Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a wood pole
1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any wood brace.
2. Attach the pole bracket to the wood brace with two 1/4-inch lag bolts that are at least 2 1/2
inches in length, making sure that the wood brace is level.
3. Attach the sun shield of the router 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 5 on page 12 shows the proper screw locations on the back of the sun shield.
Note
Use thread lubricant, such as Loctite 37230, when screwing the router into the sun shield.
4. 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.
5. Slide the router into place with the antennas on top and secure it at the end with four #10-32
hex head machine screws.
To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18.
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Tower Mounting

You can mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router to an outdoor tower.
Note
At the antenna level, the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router must be free from metal obstruction within a 4-foot radius (Figure 8).
Figure 8 Tower Mounting
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
4'
Channel stock
Brackets not included
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Mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a tower
1. Remove the pole bracket from the sun shield.
2. Make a tower bracket by attaching the sun shield directly to any stainless steel or galvanized
steel channel stock.
3. Attach the sun shield to the tower arm so that the top of the shield is horizontal and level.
4. Tighten the mounting bolts.
5. Slide the router into place and secure it at the end with four #10-32 hex head machine
screws.
To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18.
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Streetlight Mounting

You can mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on the horizontal or angled arm of a streetlight. Figure 9 shows a typical streetlight mounting installation.
Figure 9 Streetlight Mounting
Pole, Tower, and Streetlight Mounting Instructions
Pole bracket
Sun shield
Router
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Mount the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router on a streetlight
1. Select a mounting location. You can attach the router to any streetlight arm with diameter 1”
to 10”.
2. Slip the flat portion of the hose clamp under the inside lip of the pole bracket.
3. Use the hose clamps to attach the pole bracket to the streetlight. Depending upon the
diameter of the pole, you may need to use 2 small clamps, 2 large clamps, or 2 pairs of large clamps joined together to reach around the pole.
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Connecting Cable Attached Antennas

4. Attach the sun shield of the router to the structure 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.
5. To level the assembly, slide the router loosely into the sun shield, but do not secure it. 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. Maintain the level orientation while you slide the router out of the sun shield. Tighten the sun shield screws.
6. Slide the router into place and secure it at the end with four #10-32 hex head machine
screws.
To continue installing the router, see “Connecting Cable Attached Antennas” on page 18.
Connecting Cable Attached Antennas
This section applies to external antennas used with the Tropos 5320 router. You can mount the antenna on a structure and then use cables to attach it to the router. After mounting, secure the antennas with ThreadLocker Loctite 242 and waterproof them using self-fusing EPR tape. (See
“Installation Accessories” on page 63 for the correct part number.) Figure 10 shows an
installation with external antenna cabling.
Warning
Do not locate the antenna near overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. When installing the antenna, take extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, as they can cause serious injury or death. For proper installation and grounding of the antenna, please refer to national and local codes (e.g. U.S.:NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 810, in Canada: Canadian Electrical Code, Section 54).
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Figure 10 Connecting External Antennas
Cables
from antennas
to unit
802.11a antenna
802.11b/g Aux
antenna
Connecting Cable Attached Antennas
802.11b/g Main antenna
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Connect antenna cables
1. Mount the antennas in a suitable location, following the instructions supplied with the
antennas.
2. Perform a trial installation of the antenna cables.
3. When you are satisfied with the trial placement of the antenna cables, remove the antenna
connections from the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router and apply two drops of ThreadLocker Loctite 242 to the antenna connector thread (Figure 11).
4. Install the antenna cables. Be sure to provide a drip loop to divert water away from the
connector.
Note
To ensure good electrical contact with the antenna, do not get Loctite on the center conductor pin of the antenna cable or outdoor system connector.
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 “Approved
Antenna Configurations and Attenuation Settings” on page 48 for a listing of antenna options.
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Waterproofing Antenna Connections

Figure 11 illustrates how to waterproof the antenna connections after they are installed. Make
sure that you waterproof the connections at both ends (cable-to-antenna and cable-to-router).
Waterproof the antenna connections
1. Locate the self-fusing EPR waterproofing tape included in the antenna installation kit.
2. Separate the liner from the tape.
3. Pre-stretch the tape and wrap it tightly around the connector.
Figure 11 Waterproofing Antenna Connections
Connecting Cable Attached Antennas
Apply 2 drops of
Loctite to threads
Apply tape around
RF cable joints
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Installing Attached Antennas

The following steps explain how to install antennas that are attached directly to the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router.
Replace the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router antennas
1. Turn power off to the router.
2. Remove the screws that secure the router to the sun shield, and slide the router out from the
sun shield.
3. Apply two drops of Loctite Threadlocker 242 to the antenna connector thread.
4. Screw the antennas onto the router, making the connection hand-tight.
5. Locate the self-fusing EPR waterproofing tape included in the antenna installation kit.
6. Separate the liner from the tape.
7. Pre-stretch the tape and wrap it tightly around the connector.
8. Slide the router back into the sun shield and secure it with screws.

Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router

Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router
Caution
You must install an external grounding wire if the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 router.
The grounding arrangement for the Tropos 5320 router is shown in Figure 12.
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Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router
Figure 12 Grounding Arrangement
Grounding
screw
Grounding strap
on pipe or grounding rod
10 AWG wire
to ground
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Ground the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router
1. Insert the grounding screw into the grounding screw hole on the bottom of the router.
2. Connect a length of #10 AWG bare copper wire to the grounding screw and tighten.
3. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to a grounding strap that is attached to a
grounded surface or other earth ground, such as a grounding rod.
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Grounding the Data Protection Device

The grounding arrangement for an indoor data protection device is shown in Figure 13.
Ground an indoor data protection device
1. Place the protection device as close to the building entrance as possible.
2. Connect a length of #10 AWG bare copper wire to the ground post on the data protection
device.
3. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to the ground connection of an electrical outlet
or a grounded water pipe.
Figure 13 Grounding the Indoor Network Protection Unit
Shielded RJ45 ports
Grounding the Tropos 5320 Router
To network
Data cable enters
building wall
through conduit
Indoor network
protection unit
10 AWG wire
to ground
Grounding wire
to elecrtical outlet ground
or water pipe
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Connecting Power

This section explains the different categories of electrical power and provides procedures for connecting the outdoor system to power. There are two options for connecting the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router to a power source:
AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 100-480 VAC, 50/60
Hz
NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or
2W(P+N); 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz
Warning
Before you work on an electrical circuit, make sure the power is off. Turn off the breaker to the circuit you plan to work on. Post a sign on the service panel so nobody tries to reconnect power while you are working on the circuits. Double-check the circuit with a circuit tester before you touch it to make sure the correct breaker has been disconnected.
Caution
You must install an external grounding wire if the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router 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 router.
Connecting Power

Categories of Power

The IEEE/ANSI C62.41 standards (equivalent to the IEC Category IV standards) define Categories A-C. Equipment designed to a CAT C standard is resistant to much higher energy transients than one designed to CAT B or CAT A standards. Within a category, a higher voltage rating denotes a higher transient withstand rating.
Table 1 lists power types and Figure 14 shows hook-ups for the IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Power
Categories power categories.
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Table 1 IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Power Categories
Category Summary Examples
Connecting Power
CAT C Outside and service
entrance
CAT B Major feeders and
short branch circuits
CAT A Outlets and long
branch circuits
Service drop from pole to building entrance
Run between meter and distribution panel
Overhead line to detached buildings
Underground lines to well pumps
Distribution panel devices
Bus and feeder systems in industrial plants
Heavy appliance outlets with “short” connections to the
service entrance
Lightning systems in commercial buildings
All outlets at more than 10 m (30 ft) from Category B with
wires #14-10
All outlets at more than 20 m (60 ft) from Category C with wires #14-10
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Figure 14 IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Power Categories
Connecting Power
Outdoor units powered from
distribution panel are in
Overvoltage Installation Category B
Category A Category B
Outdoor units powered from electrical meter are in
Overvoltage Installation Category C
Category C
Category C
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Connecting to AC Power (Category C)

The AC power connections for a Category C AC power source are shown in Figure 15.
Figure 15 Connecting Category C AC Power
AC wiring in junction box
Wire nuts
Green wire
White wire
Black wire
Connecting Power
To outdoor unit
To power
source
AC power
from meter
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Connect an AC power source
1. Verify that the service voltage is 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz.
2. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits.
3. Install 1/2-inch liquid-tight conduit from the building entrance point to within 3 feet of the
outdoor system.
4. Run 3-wire AC service through the conduit.
5. Connect the conduit to a junction box. The conduit and junction box must be IEEE/ANSI
compliant and suitable for outdoor use.
Note
Data and power must never be enclosed in the same conduit.
6. Connect the AC cable to the router and tighten the nut hand-tight. See Figure 16.
7. Connect the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router to a 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz CAT C power
source.
8. Reenergize the circuit and confirm that power to the router comes on.
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Note
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router is equipped with additional AC surge protection and dual fuse branch circuit protection. Additional ISA branch circuit protection is not required in the upstream power distribution.
Figure 16 Connecting the AC Power Cable
Tighten nut to secure
power connection

Connecting to Streetlight Power (Category C)

The power connections for Category C streetlight power are shown in Figure 17. Use the 3­prong NEMA twist-lock adapter with twist-lock style photoelectric controls for outdoor lighting commonly used by utilities. The NEMA twist-lock adapter can be used only with UL 773 listed outdoor lighting controls rated for and operated at 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz.
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Warning
Be extremely careful when connecting to Category C streetlight power.
Figure 17 Connecting Streetlight Power
AC power from
power adapter
on photosensor
AC power from
power adapter
on photosensor
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Connecting a Data Port

Warning
Connect the outdoor system only to a twist-lock style outdoor lighting control powered by 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz. Do not connect it to twist-lock style outdoor lighting controls powered by higher voltage.
Connect a streetlight power source
1. Verify that the service voltage is 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz.
2. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits.
3. Remove the photosensor from the streetlight.
4. Connect the NEMA 3 prong plug from the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router to the
photosensor connector on the street light.
5. Connect the photosensor to the top of the NEMA 3 prong plug.
6. Connect the AC plug to the router and tighten hand-tight.
7. Reenergize the circuit and confirm that power to the router comes on.
Note
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router is equipped with additional AC surge protection and dual fuse branch circuit protection. Additional ISA branch circuit protection is not required in the upstream power distribution.
Note
Do not leave connectors open to the environment. Connectors should be covered with closure caps when not in use. Closure caps should be tightened to be snug.
Connecting a Data Port
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router is equipped with two Ethernet ports that support RJ45 connectors.
Note
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router is shipped pre-configured. For post-installation changes in configuration, you can communicate with the router by way of its wireless connection. For more information, see the Tropos Networks Configuration Guide.
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Connecting a Data Port
Note
Only use shielded Cat5 cable rated for outdoor use. For protection against risk of fire, electrical hazard and to ensure the reliable operation of this equipment, the shields of the Cat5 cable must be properly terminated and bonded to the unit and to the protective earth (PE) at the building entrance.
Note
National Electrical Codes (NEC) Article 800 requires the use of Agency Listed (UL/CSA) Building Entrance Protector for all power and 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.
Warning
DC voltage may be present on RJ-45 pins 4,5 (+) and 7,8 (-)
Attention
Une tension continue peut être présente sur les broches RJ-45 4, 5 (+) et 7, 8 (-).
Note
This is not a mid-span powered device. Never attempt to daisy-chain Power Over Ethernet devices.
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Connecting a Data Port
Figure 18 illustrates the method for routing cables to the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router. Use
the RJ45 jacks for port connection.
Figure 18 Options for Connecting a Data Port
Watertight access cover
cable glands
Shield
termination
Cable terminated with
RJ45 jack for port
connection
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Connecting a Data Port
Figure 19 shows the layered shield and jacket for the data cable, which must be removed to
expose the inner cable and twisted pairs.
Figure 19 Data Cable Detail
Cable
Outer jacket
Belfoil
shield
1/2 inch
Conductive
shield
Watertight bulkhead
Tw i st e d
pairs
cable glands
Connector access
cover
Securely tighten gland
Terminate cable shield
at cable gland
for weathertight seal
Note
Attach ground and data cables to the router before sliding it into the sun shield.
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Connect to the data port
1. Verify that power is turned off on the designated circuits.
2. Run shielded Category 5 Ethernet cable appropriate for outdoor use from a data protection
unit to the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router.
3. Connect one end of the Category 5 cable to the protection unit.
4. Remove the connector access cover on the bottom of the router.
5. Run raw cables for the Management or LAN port, or both, through the bulk head openings,
allowing sufficient length to terminate the cables without causing crowding in the connection area. See Figure 20.
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Figure 20 Data Port Connection
Connector access cover
Connecting a Data Port
AC power
connector
Ground bolt
Cable guides
O-ring
Tighten six screws to
fasten bulkhead plate
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6. Connect the cable ends that were routed through the connector access cover to the LAN and
Management ports on the router. Use an appropriate RJ45 8-pin modular plug to terminate the cables at the desired lengths. The outer jacket and conductive shield must be stripped to expose the twisted pairs for attachment, as shown in Figure 19. The proper location of the connections on the circuit board is shown in Figure 21.
7. Verify that the protection unit is properly grounded.
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Figure 21 Circuit Board Connection Locations
Management
punch-down block
Brown

Resetting the Router

LAN punch-down blockScrew holes for access cover
LED
Reset
Management
port
Resetting the Router
You can use the Reset button on the circuit board to reset the hardware and software and to turn the router off if it is operating on battery power.
Perform a hardware reset
1. Remove the connector access cover on the bottom of the router.
LAN
port
Threaded hole for
grounding bolt
LED
AC power connector
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2. Press the Reset button for one second.
Turn the battery-powered router off
Follow these steps if AC power is off and the router is running on battery power:
1. Remove the connector access cover on the bottom of the router.
2. Press and hold the Reset button for 3-5 seconds.
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Connecting Peripherals

The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router can be configured to source DC power on the Ethernet connector pins 4,5 and 7,8, This capability allows the router to power remote peripherals such as backhaul point-to-point radios, video cameras, or fiber optic transceivers. The Tropos Power over Ethernet (PoE) power sourcing capability is a fully isolated supply and can be used to power either positive or negative polarity peripherals.
The Tropos PoE power sourcing capability differs from the IEEE 802.3af standard in the following ways:
Tropos PoE includes support for multiple voltages; the 802.3af standard supports only 48V
operation.
Tropos PoE does not include support for auto-discovery.
Many IEEE 802.3af-compliant power devices (PDs) will operate using the Tropos power sourcing equipment capabilities.
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router can supply up to a total of 30W of DC power distributed to the LAN port, Management port, or both. Each port must be configured for the same voltage. To configure the voltage, use the Tropos Configuration Utility (see the Tropos Networks User
Guide) or an element management system such as Tropos Control (see the Tropos Control EMS Installation and User Guide). The DC output voltage can be configured to 12Vdc, 24Vdc,
48Vdc, or to the Off state (0Vdc). Tab l e 2 lists the maximum power output as a function of voltage.
Table 2 PoE Power Sourcing Power Output
Connecting Peripherals
Voltage Max PoE Power Output
12Vdc 30W
24Vdc 30W
48Vdc 30W
In the event of an over-current or short-circuit fault event, the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router will remove PoE output for three to five seconds before attempting to resume sourcing power to the peripheral device.
Note
When the software restarts following a software upgrade, the PoE output will experience a disruption for the period of the restart.
If the battery backup capability is installed, PoE output power is unaffected by the temporary loss of AC power. The power sourcing feature continues to function during battery backup operation (see “Battery Backup Operation” on page 37).
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Connecting Peripherals
Figure 22 shows the pin locations for the RJ45 connector, and Table 3 shows the associated pin
descriptions.
Figure 22 RJ45 Pin Locations
Orange/white
Orange
Green/white
Blue/white
Green
Brown/white
Brown
RJ45 port
18765432
Blue
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Category 5 cable
RJ45 jack
Table 3 RJ45 Pin Descriptions for Data Connection
Pin T/R Signal Color Description
1 T TXD+ Orange-White TX Data 10/100BaseT
2 R TXD- Orange TX Data 10/100BaseT
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3 T RXD+ Green-White RX Data 10/100BaseT
4 R PoE+ Blue Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (+)
5 T PoE+ Blue-White Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (+)
6 R RXD- Green RX Data 10/100BaseT
7 T PoE- Brown-White Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (-)
8 R PoE- Brown Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (-)
Note
Only use shielded Cat5 cable rated for outdoor use. For protection against risk of fire, electrical hazard and to ensure the reliable operation of this equipment, the shields of the Cat5 cable must be properly terminated and bonded to the unit and to the protective earth (PE) at the building entrance.
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Battery Backup Operation

The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router may contain an automatically recharging battery, which provides an integrated uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The available backup time depends upon the level of network traffic serviced by the router and the ambient temperature. Figure 24 shows the relationship between average throughput and battery uptime. The Tropos 5320 router will typically recharge the UPS in approximately 10 hours.
Note
The internal battery is not field replaceable.
Figure 23 Average Battery Backup Time
Battery Backup Operation
The battery is equipped with a small internal heater that enhances battery life in very cold operating conditions. When the ambient temperature of the unit approaches -12 degrees C, the internal heater is activated. An active internal battery heater consumes power; therefore, the average power consumption of the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router increases slightly in extremely cold weather conditions.
Figure 24 shows the battery discharge hold time as a
function of ambient temperature.
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Safety Information for the Tropos MetroMesh Router

Figure 24 Average Battery Backup Time vs. Temperature
Safety Information for the Tropos MetroMesh Router
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. The Tropos 5320 products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this manual and the hardware and software guides on the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh routers result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
Follow these guidelines to ensure safe operation of the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh routers:
Do not touch or move the antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
Do not hold any component containing a radio such that the antenna is very close to or
touching any exposed parts of the body, especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna is connected;
otherwise, the radio may be damaged.
Use in specific environments:
Do not operate a portable transmitter near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive
environment unless it is a type especially qualified for such use.
The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by
the safety directors of such environments.
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Safety Information for the Tropos MetroMesh Router
The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA).
The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each
hospital.
Antenna use:
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh routers must be used only with Tropos-approved
components and antennas. See “Approved Antenna Configurations and Attenuation
Settings” on page 48 for details.
In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, dipole antennas should be located at a
minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20 cm) or more from the body of all persons.
High-gain, wall-mount or mast-mount antennas are designed to be professionally
installed and should be located at a minimum distance of 24 inches (60 cm) or more from the body of all persons. Please contact your professional installer, VAR, or antenna manufacturer for proper installation requirements.
Battery backup:
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router may contain a lithium-ion battery. To avoid the
possibility of an explosion, the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh router should not be exposed to any temperatures higher than 85 degrees C.
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2 Power Consumption

Several factors influence the power consumption at any given time, including the level of network traffic and whether a powered peripheral device is connected to the LAN or Management port of the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router. Temperature may also influence the power consumption for units configured with battery backup, due to the internal freeze protection capability associated with the internal battery module. Figure 25 shows the basic relationship between throughput and AC power consumption at normal temperatures.
Figure 25 AC Power Consumption vs. Throughput with PoE Output Disabled
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When a Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router is equipped with a battery and the router is exposed to cold temperatures (below -12 degrees C), the internal heater associated with the battery is activated. This causes the router to draw additional AC power, as shown in Figure 26.
Figure 26 AC Power Consumption vs. Throughput (Battery Backup, -40o C)
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3 Product Specifications

The tables in this chapter contain specifications for the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh routers:
“Physical Specifications - Tropos 5320 Router” on page 42
“Interfaces” on page 44
“Power Options / Consumption” on page 46
“Power Over Ethernet - Power Sourcing” on page 47
“Certifications, Other” on page 47
Table 4 Physical Specifications - Tropos 5320 Router
Physical Dimensions Height Width Depth
Inches 5.3 13.2 7.9
Centimeters 13.5 33.5 20.1
Weight
lbs - maximum 14 Includes all brackets
Kg - maximum 6.35
Mounting Pole Diameter 1” to 10”
Temperature Min Max
AC Powered Operating Range -40
Storage Range -45o C85C
Weather
Weather Rating UL579/IEC 60529 IP67
Wind Survivability > 165 mph
Wind Loading (165 mph) < 300 newtons
Projected Area 0.7 sq. ft. (101 sq. in.)
Corrosion Resistance MIL-STD-810F 509.4 Salt Fog
Color
Color Gloss white
Shock and Vibration
Operational: ETSI 300-19-2-4
Specification T41.E,
o
C55C
class 4M3
and sun shields
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Table 4 Physical Specifications - Tropos 5320 Router (continued)
Transportation: ISTA 2A
Random Bounce
Random Vibration
6 Corner Drop Test
Reliability
Reliability (MTBF): 505,787 hours demonstrated
Field failure rate 1.73%
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Table 5 Interfaces
Data Interface Maximum Distance (ft) Connector
IEEE 802.3 10/100BaseT 600 (10BaseT Duplex Setting)
300 (100BaseT Duplex Setting)
Management Interface Maximum Distance (ft) Connector
IEEE 802.3 10/100Base T 600 (10BaseT Duplex Setting)
300 (100BaseT Duplex Setting)
802.11b/g Wireless Interface
Standard IEEE 802.11b/g Wi-Fi
Frequency Range 2400 to 2485 MHz ISM Band
Modulation DSSS; DBPSK @ 1 Mbps,
DQPSK @ 2 Mbps,
CCK @ 5.5 and 11 Mbps
OFDM @ 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 6
Rx Sensitivity -100dBm (1 Mbps)
-95dBm (2 Mbps)
-93dBm (5.5 Mbps)
-91dBm (11 Mbps)
-94dBm (6 Mbps)
-93dBm (9 Mbps)
-92dBm (12 Mbps)
-89dBm (18 Mbps)
-86dBm (24 Mbps)
-83dBm (36 Mbps)
-78dBm (48 Mbps)
-76dBm (54 Mbps)
RJ45
RJ45
Rx Saturation Maximum Power at Antenna Port
-5dBm (1 Mbps)
-5dBm (2 Mbps)
-5dBm (5.5 Mbps)
-5dBm (11 Mbps)
-5dBm (6 Mbps)
-5dBm (9 Mbps)
-5dBm (12 Mbps)
-10dBm (18 Mbps)
-30dBm (24 Mbps)
-35dBm (36 Mbps)
-35dBm (48 Mbps)
-35dBm (54 Mbps)
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Table 5 Interfaces (continued)
802.11a Wireless Interface
Standard IEEE 802.11a Wi-Fi
Frequency Range 2400 to 2485 MHz ISM Band
Modulation OFDM @ 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 6
Rx Sensitivity -94dBm (6 Mbps)
-93dBm (9 Mbps)
-92dBm (12 Mbps)
-89dBm (18 Mbps)
-86dBm (24 Mbps)
-83dBm (36 Mbps)
-78dBm (48 Mbps)
-76dBm (54 Mbps)
Rx Saturation Maximum Power at Antenna Port
Antennas
Antennas External
Antenna Diversity 802.11b/g: Transmit/Receive
Impedance 50 ohms
VSWR 1.5 : 1
Connectors (three) N (female)
Indicator - Status Lamp Red/Green
-30dBm (6 Mbps)
-30dBm (9 Mbps)
-30dBm (12 Mbps)
-30dBm (18 Mbps)
-30dBm (24 Mbps)
-35dBm (36 Mbps)
-35dBm (48 Mbps)
-35dBm (54 Mbps)
802.11a: No diversity
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Table 6 Power Options / Consumption
Single Phase VAC 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz
IEEE/ANSI C62.41 CAT C Power Source
IEC Category IV Power Source
Protection Circuits
Antenna Protection <= 0.5µJ for 3kA @ 8/20µS Waveform
EN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity
EN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge Immunity
AC Input Protection IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Category C 10kA @
8/20uS Waveform; 36kA per phase L-L,
L-N, L-PEWh
EN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity
EN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge Immunity
EN61000-4-4 Level 4 EFT Immunity
Integrated Branch Circuit Protection
Class CC-Fuse: Littlefuse KLDR Time-
Delay 20A
Data Port Protection EN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity
EN61000-4-5 Level 4 Surge Immunity
23W/60W typical/max
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Table 7 Power Over Ethernet - Power Sourcing
LAN and/or Management Port + on pins 4,5; - on pins 7,8
DC Output Voltages 0 (Off), 12, 24, 48 Vdc
Output Power Total power on LAN and/or
Management ports
Over-Current Protection Hi Cup mode
Over-Voltage Protection 90Vdc surge
Output Isolation 2000Vdc
Table 8 Certifications, Other
U.S. CFR 47 FCC Part 15.C; Class B
UL579/IEC 60529 IP67 Rated for Outdoor Use
ISTA 2A
Europe EN60950 cTUVus Listed I.T.E.
IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Category C AC Surge Immunity
EN61000-4-5 Level 4 AC Surge Immunity
EN61000-4-2 Level 4 ESD Immunity
EN61000-4-4 Level 4 EFT Burst Immunity
EN61000-4-3 EMC Field Immunity
ETSI EN 301 489-17
ETSI EN 300 328
EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1
CISPR 22 Class B
Voltage
12Vdc 24Vdc 48Vdc
Max Power
Output
30W 30W 30W
CE
Canada Industry Canada RSS210
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4 Approved Antenna
Configurations and Attenuation Settings
This chapter lists approved antenna configurations and ordering information and attenuation settings:
“High Power Product Antennas” on page 49
“Standard Power Product Antennas” on page 50
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High Power Product Antennas

U.S. and Canada

The information in this section applies to the following Tropos router models:
53201000—Dual mode outdoor Tropos router for FCC markets (802.11b/g and 802.11a,
5.8 GHz)
53201100—Dual mode outdoor Tropos router for FCC markets (802.11b/g and 802.11a,
5.8 GHz), with battery backup
Table 9 lists antenna configurations for the 802.11b/g antennas, and Table 10 lists antenna
configurations for the 802.11a antennas.
Table 9 802.11b/g Antenna Configurations
Antenna Ordering Number
(b or g)
Mode
High Power Product Antennas
Measured
Cond. Avg.
Power (dBm)
Tx
Attenuation
Software
Setting (dB)
Approximate
EIRP (dBm)
7.4dBi omni, unit mounted AN074077 b 28.6 0 36.0
7.4dBi omni, unit mounted AN074077 g 28.6 0 36.0
10.0dBi omni, unit mounted AN100022 b 26.0 3 36.0
10.0dBi omni, external bracket mounted
12.0dBi sector, external bracket mounted
12.0dBi sector, external bracket mounted
a. All external antennas include pole mounting bracketry and sealing materials. RF cables are not included.
a
AN100022 g 26.0 3 36.0
AN120044 b 24.0 5 36.0
AN120044 g 24.0 5 36.0
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Table 10 802.11a Radio (5.725-5.850 GHz) - Antenna Configurations
Part
Description
9.1dBi omni, unit mounted, point-to­multi point operation
17dBi 90° sector, external bracket mounted, point-to-point operation
17dBi 90° sector, external bracket mounted, point-to-multipoint operation
19dBi patch antenna, external bracket mounted, point-to-point operation
a
a
a. All external antennas include pole mounting bracketry and sealing materials. RF cables are not included.
Number
AN091058 26.9 0 36.0
AN170058 26.9 0 43.9
a
AN170058 18.9 8 35.9
AN190058 26.9 0 45.9
Measured Cond.
Avg. Power
(dBm)
Tx Attenuation
Software
Setting (dB)
Approximate
EIRP (dBm)
Attenuation with Antennas
If external antennas are used, it is necessary to adjust the transmit power attenuation to provide the correct power level for the router. Use the following formulas to compute the required attenuation levels:
802.11b/g:
Attenuation setting = Antenna gain (dBi) - 7.4 dBi - Cable loss
802.11a:
Attenuation setting point-to-multipoint links = Antenna gain (dBi) - 9.1 dBi -
Cable loss
The attenuation setting cannot be negative; therefore, a positive attenuation setting is only required if the antenna gain is greater than 7.4dBi. Table 9 and Table 10 show the proper attenuation settings, assuming that low-loss cable is used (1dB). The attenuation should be rounded to the nearest half-integer value.
When using a directional antenna in a point-to-multipoint application, the maximum allowed EIRP is 36.0dBm. The conducted power should be reduced accordingly.
Standard Power Product Antennas

Europe

The approved European countries are Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
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Standard Power Product Antennas
Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
The information in this section applies to the following Tropos router models:
53200000—Dual mode outdoor Tropos router for ETSI markets (802.11b/g and 802.11a,
5.4 GHz)
53200100—Dual mode outdoor Tropos router for ETSI markets (802.11b/g and 802.11a,
5.4 GHz), with battery backup
Table 11 lists antenna configurations for the 802.11b/g antennas, and Table 12 lists antenna
configurations for the 802.11a antennas.
Table 11 802.11b/g Antenna Configurations
Tx
Measured
Mode
Antenna Ordering Number
6.0dBi omni, unit mounted AN060077 b 13.6 4 19.6
6.0dBi omni, unit mounted AN060077 g 13.0 4 19.0
(b or g)
Cond. Avg.
Power (dBm)
Attenuation
Software
Setting (dB)
Approximate
EIRP
7.4dBi omni, unit mounted AN074077 b 11.4 6 18.8
7.4dBi omni, unit mounted AN074077 g 11.6 5 19.0
10.0dBi omni, unit mounted AN100022 b 9.2 8 19.2
10.0dBi omni, external bracket mounted
12.0dBi sector, external bracket mounted
12.0dBi sector, external bracket mounted
a. All external antennas include pole mounting bracketry and sealing materials. RF cables are not included.
a
AN100022 g 9.1 8 19.1
AN120044 b 7.3 10 19.3
AN120044 g 7.2 9 19.2
Table 12 802.11a Radio (5.470-5.725 GHz) - Antenna Configurations
Part
Description
9dBi omni, unit mounted AN091058 19.3 2 28.4
17dBi 90° sector, external bracket mounted
a
Number
AN170054 12.0 10 29.0
Measured Cond.
Avg. Power
(dBm)
Tx Attenuation
Software
Setting (dB)
Approximate
EIRP
19dBi patch antenna, external bracket mounted
AN190054 9.8 12 28.8
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Standard Power Product Antennas
a. All external antennas include pole mounting bracketry and sealing materials. RF cables are not included.
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5 Antenna Specifications and
Patterns
Table 1 3 provides antenna specifications and patterns for the Tropos-supplied antennas.
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns
Part Number Specifications Pattern
AN060077 One outdoor 6.0dBi
omni unit-mounted antenna; N connector
Length: 11.9 in (30.3 cm)
Weight: 4.4 oz (.125 kg)
Color: White
Measured peak gain:
5.3dBi
Connector type: N male
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN074077
AN074088
One outdoor 7.4dBi omni unit-mounted antenna;
N connector
Length: 19 in (48.3 cm)
Weight: 4.7 oz (.133 kg)
Color: White
Measured peak gain:
7.1dBi
Connector type: N male
One outdoor 7.4dBi omni mast-mounted antenna;
N connector; bracketry
Length: 19 in (48.3 cm)
Weight: 4.7 oz (.133 kg)
Color: White
Measured peak gain:
7.1dBi
Connector type: N male
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN100022 One outdoor 9.9dBi omni
mast-mounted antenna; N connector; bracketry
Length: 45 in (114.3 cm)
Weight: 20 oz (.57 kg)
Color: White
Measure peak gain: 9.9dBi
Connector type: N female
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN120022 One outdoor 12.0dBi 90°
sector antenna; N connector; bracketry
Length: 34 in (86.4 cm)
Width: 3 in (7.6 cm)
Depth: 1.2 in (3.0cm)
Weight: 25.6 oz (.73 kg)
Color: Gray
Measured peak gain:
12.0dBi
Connector type: N female
Elevation (Phi=0°)
Elevation (Phi=90°)
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN120022 (continued)
Outdoor 12.0dBi 90° sector antenna (continued)
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN091058 Outdoor 9.1dBi omni
antenna; N connector
Length: 17.5 in (43.2 cm)
Weight: 4.7 oz (.133 kg)
Color: White
Measured peak gain: 6.7
dBi
Connector Type: N Male
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN170058 Outdoor 17.0dBi 90° sector
antenna; N connector, bracketry
Length: 14.5 in (370 cm)
Width: 6.7 in (170 cm)
Depth: 2.5 in (65 cm)
Weight: 2.2 lbs (1 kg)
Color: gray
Measured peak gain: 15.3
dBi
Connector Type: N Female
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN190058 Outdoor 19.0dBi 16° patch
antenna; N connector, bracketry
Length: 7.45 in (189 cm)
Width: 7.45 in (189 cm)
Depth: 1.37 in (35 cm)
Weight: 1.6 lbs (0.72 kg)
Color: gray
Measured peak gain: 17.3
dBi
Connector Type: N Female
Elevation
Azimuth
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Table 13 Antenna Specifications and Patterns (continued)
AN170054 One outdoor 17.0dBi 90°
sector antenna; N connector; bracketry
Length: 14.5 in (370 cm)
Width: 6.7 in (170 cm)
Depth: 2.5 in (65 cm)
Weight: 2.2 lbs (1 kg)
Color: gray
Measured peak gain:
Connector Type: N Female
AN190054 One outdoor 19.0dBi 16°
patch antenna; N connector; bracketry
Length: 7.45 in (189 cm)
Width: 7.45 in (189 cm)
Depth: 1.37 in (35 cm)
Weight: 1.6 lbs (0.72 kg)
Color: gray
Measured peak gain:
Connector Type: N Female
Patterns not available
Patterns not available
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6 Installation Accessories

This chapter contains accessory ordering information:
“Installation Accessories” on page 63
“Tropos Antennas, Cables, and Related Ordering Numbers” on page 64
Table 14 Installation Accessories
Description Manufacturer Part Number Distributor Contact Information
Outdoor CAT5 4-Pair Data Cable
Cable, CAT5, 8 Conductor, Harsh Environment
Self-Fusing EPR Tape 3M Scotch 23
ThreadLocker LocTite 242 0.5 ml (0.017oz)
3 pin AC Male Plug (cord end)
- 115 VAC 15A
3 pin AC Female Receptacle 115 VAC 1 5A
Belden
Belden
Superior Essex BBDG Anixter www.anixter.com
Madison Cable 08KFK00013 Tyco www.xgsgroup.com
LocTite 242 McMaster Carr www.mcmaster.com 91458A24
Leviton 14W47-B Alameda Electric
Leviton 15W47 Alameda Electric
7929A
7921A (recommended)
Rubber Splicing Tape
Anixter
Anixter
McMaster Carr
Alameda Electric Distributors
Distributors
Distributors
www.anixter.com
www.anixter.com
www.mcmaster.com
www.alamedaelectric.com
www.alamedaelectric.com
www.alamedaelectric.com
Order Number
7682A65
3 pin AC Plug Female (cord end) - Tropos 5320 router
Data Protection Device Polyphase IX-2H1DC48/W Electro-Comm www.electro-comm.com
Remke 50982 DSC Technical
Sales
Hyperlink HGLN-CAT5-1 www.hyperlinktech.com
www.dsctechnicalsales.com
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Table 14 Installation Accessories
Description Manufacturer Part Number Distributor Contact Information
Order Number
Yellow 3-Pin Mini-Link AC Plug Female Pig Tail Unterminated 12 ft.
Anti-seize lubricant Loctite 37230 McMaster Carr www.mcmaster.com
Universal remote control Universal
McMaster-Carr 321K16 www.mcmastercarr.com
MX-500 www.universalremote.com
Remote
Table 15 Tropos Antennas, Cables, and Related Ordering Numbers
Part Number Description
AN060077 One outdoor 6.0dBi omni unit-mounted antenna; N connector
AN074077 One outdoor 7.4dBi omni unit-mounted antenna; N connector
AN074088 One outdoor 7.4dBi omni mast-mounted antenna; N connector; bracketry
AN100022 One outdoor 9.9dBi omni mast-mounted antenna; N connector; Mounting Bracket;
Sealing Materials
AN120022 One outdoor 12.0dBi 90° sector antenna; N connector with pole-mount bracketry;
Sealing Materials (RF cable not included)
RC003400 3' N (male) to N (male) cable - LMR 400 DB
RC006400 6' N (male) to N (male) cable - LMR 400 DB
RC005000 50 ohm terminator - N (male); Sealing Materials
RC008000 Sealing Kit - Loctite242, EPR Rubber Splicing Tape
RC008100 N connector cover/cap, outdoor, water tight
RC009000 N adapter for 7.4dBi Mast-mounted antenna to N (male) cable
SA006801 Indoor Cat 5 data cable surge protector
SA006802 Indoor Cat5 data cable surge protector for shielded cable
PT021004 5320 input power cable - photo-electric cell adaptor; 2-wire; 4 ft.
PT021020 5320 input power cable - photo-electric cell adaptor; 2-wire; 20 ft.
PT031006 5320 input power cable - watertight plug; 3-wire; 6 ft.
PT031030 5320 input power cable - watertight plug; 3-wire; 30 ft.
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Table 15 Tropos Antennas, Cables, and Related Ordering Numbers
Part Number Description
PT032030 5320 input power cable - pigtail, 3-wire, 30 ft., for EU markets
EC003500 5320 weathertight gateway connector kit
EC003600 5320 weathertight field-installable cable gland
EC003704 5320 weathertight RJ45 data cable, crossover, 4 ft (requires EC003500 gateway
connector kit)
EC003708 5320 weathertight RJ45 data cable, crossover, 8 ft (requires EC003500 gateway
connector kit)
MB0044300 5320 unit-attached mounting pole for Canopy SM; bracket and cable
MB005320 Pole mounting kit, 5320 HFC
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7 AC Wiring Diagrams

This chapter contains wiring diagrams for AC power:
“AC Wiring — Photoelectric Power Tap” on page 67
“AC Wiring Power Cable 120VAC, 15A Plug” on page 68
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Figure 27 AC Wiring — Photoelectric Power Tap
PT021004 (4') or PT021020 (20')
Photoelectric Power-Tap
Power Input Cable 2Wire - 90-480Vac
NEMA Plug - UL Standard 773
Plug-in locking type for
photocontrols in use with
area lighting
North
L2 / N
L1
Carol P-7K-123033 MSHA or equal
Length: 4' or 20'
White
Black
16/2 SOOW
1 - Green
1
2 - Black
23
3 - White
Power-Tap single phase; two wire service
L1
L2
Black
White
Protective Earth
N
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
(female)
Power-Tap single phase; two wire service
L1
L2
Black
Red
Protective Earth
L2
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
(female)
Three phase; two wire service (Delta)
L1
Black
White
L2
Protective Earth
North
L2
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
(female)
North
North
White
North
N
Black
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
Power-Tap Adapter
(male)
White
North
L2
Black
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
Power-Tap Adapter
(male)
White
North
L2
Black
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
Power-Tap Adapter
(male)
Router
Router
Router
208Vac three phase; two wire service (grounded-Wye)
L1
480Vac
L2
Protective Earth
Black
Red
N
277Vac
L3
North
L2
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
(female)
North
White
L2
Black
L1
NEMA Photoelectric
Control / UL773
Power-Tap Adapter
(male)
Router
trp_161
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Figure 28 AC Wiring Power Cable 120VAC, 15A Plug
PT031006 (6’) or PT031030 (30’)
Overvoltage Category 2 or IEEE/ANSI C62.41 Category B Power Electrical Service Cable
3Wire - 120Vac
L2/N
White
Protective Earth
Green or Green/Yellow
L1 Black
120Vac single phase; three wire service
L1
Neutral
L2
Protective Earth
Black
Green
Black
White
Green
White
Length: 3' to 30'
Green or Green/Yellow
White
Black
Black (L1)
White (N)
Green
Input Power
Cable
16/3 SOOW
1
3 2
Router
1 - Green 2 - Black 3 - White
trp_162
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8 Wind Loading Considerations

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) standards manual, “Standard Specifications for Structural Supports for Signs, Luminaires and Traffic Signals,” governs most structural support issues related to traffic lighting and controls. Many state and city public works departments site the AASHTO standard as the guide for their requirements. Local municipalities in coastal states, which experience frequent hurricanes, etc., may have exceptions to the AASHTO standard that require higher design limits for wind velocity or dead load.
Numerous pole and mast arm assemblies are used for traffic controls and traffic lighting. Each assembly and installation is unique and worthy of an evaluation of the static and dynamic load bearing capabilities; however, in most cases, the assembly will include a pole with a single 6', 9' or 12' mast arm holding a single luminaire. Many of these mast arms are typically designed to hold hundreds of pounds of static load and to carry several square meters of sail area in 80mph winds. The typical mast arm is capable of supporting a single traffic control (typically weighing around 160 lbs) and a single traffic sign (typically presenting a few square meters of sail area). A single luminaire typically weighs about 60 lbs and presents about 3 square feet of sail area.
Note
Each assembly and installation is unique and worthy of an evaluation of the static and dynamic load bearing capabilities. It is your responsibility to evaluate the load bearing capabilities of the structure.
The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router weighs approximately 14 lbs, including all mounting hardware. The Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router may be mounted to either the pole portion of the streetlight or to the mast arm portion.
When the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router is mounted to the pole or mast arm, most of the unit is hidden by the pole or mast arm and therefore presents minimal additional sail area to the structure. When the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router is mounted to the pole portion of the structure, the sail area of the router is approximately 1 square foot. Pole manufacturers have advised Tropos Networks that small communications devices such as the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router do not present any significant static or dynamic load to these structures.
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9 Canopy Installation Instructions

The 5320 Canopy Subscriber Module and Bracket kit allows you to attach a third-party radio, the Motorola Canopy Subscriber Module, to the Tropos 5320 MetroMesh Router.
The kit includes the following items:
Outdoor CAT5 weatherproof cable
Bracket (metal pole)
Screws #6-32 x 1.5"
Lockwashers
Cable ties
Follow these steps to install the canopy (refer to Figure 29):
1. Align the bracket and attach it using the three screws included in the kit.
2. Attach your radio subscriber module to the end of the bracket. Direct the Canopy Subscriber
Module toward the canopy base station.
3. Remove the cable access cover on the Canopy Subscriber Module so that you can attach the
RJ45 end of the data cable to the module. (The cover slides off.) Put the cable access cover
back in place.
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Figure 29 Canopy Assembly
Canopy bracket
Screws
#6-32 x 1.5"
Lock
washers
4' weatherproof
cable
Screws
#6-32 x 1.5"
Canopy radio
subscriber
module
Alternate
radio
installation
Cable ties
Drip loop
Cable ties
Finished
Cable access
cover
installation
Drip loop
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4. Unscrew the 6 screws around the Tropos 5320 access cover (Figure 30). Replace the access
cover of the 5320 unit with the access cover provided with the Canopy Subscriber Module
cable.
5. Connect cable to the LAN port inside the 5320 unit.
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Figure 30 Cable Connections
Watertight access cover
cable glands
Connector
access cover
Shield
termination
Tighten six screws to
fasten access cover
Cable from radio
Cable ties
LAN
port
Management
port
Cable terminated
with RJ45 jack
for port connection
Screw holes
for access cover
Drip loop
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6. Attach the access cover by tightening the 6 screws. Check that the cable gland is securely
tightened.
7. Secure the weatherproof cable to the canopy bracket with two cable ties (Figure 29). Use
two additional cable ties to anchor the cable to the bottom of the 5320 unit (Figure 30). Refer
to Table 16 for canopy cable wiring information.
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Table 16 Canopy Cable Wiring
Tropos 5320
Canopy SM
(RJ45) Color
3 Orange 1 TXD+
6 Orange-White 2 TXD-
1 Blue 3 RXD+
7 Green 4 24Vdc+
8 Green-White 5 24Vdc+
2 Blue-White 6 RXD-
4 Brown 7 24Vdc_RTN
5 Brown-White 8 24Vdc_RTN
Shield Drain wire Shield Shield
MetroMesh
Router Signal
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10 Cable Termination Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare and terminate cables connected to the 5320 unit:
1. Strip off the outer sheath of cable to expose 6 inches of the inner cable or twisted pairs. The
shield may be armored, braided or foil type depending upon cable type (see Table 31).
2. For armored or braided cable, remove all but 1/2 inch of the armor or braid.
Remove waxy residues on the shields of “flooded” type cables.
For foil shielded cable, remove all but 1/2 inch of the foil, and fold the foil part back onto
the outer sheath. Most foil shields are conductive on the inner side, as the outer side typically has a plastic coating.
The exposed conductive surfaces will ground to the conductive contacts inside the cable
gland.
Figure 31 Cable Components
Conductive
contacts
Cable gland
Outer jacket
1/2 inch
5-1/2 inches
Armor or braided
conductive shield
Outer jacket
Foil
conductive side out
Twis ted
pairs
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3. Run the stripped part of the cable through the cable gland (Figure 32). Make sure that the
braided conductive shield of the cable makes contact with the conductive contacts of the
cable gland (Figure 32).
4. Attach the cable gland by first tightening the gland base into the access cover. Then tighten
the gland cover to constrict the weather-tight grommet around the outer jacket of the cable,
thereby creating a weather-tight fitting.
Figure 32 Cable Gland Assembly
Accessory connector
Cable gland
base tightened first
to cover
Gland cover
then tightened
over cable
Weather-tight
grommet
access cover
Finished installation
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5. Apply a RJ45 modular jack and connect to the LAN or Management port. Figure 32 shows
the termination options, and Tabl e 1 7 provides pin descriptions.
Figure 33 Cable Preparation and Termination
Orange/white
Orange
Green/white
Blue/white
Green
Brown/white
Brown
RJ45 port
18765432
Blue
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Category 5 cable
RJ45 jack
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Table 17 TIA/EIA 5688 Wiring - RJ-45 Pin Descriptions for Data Connection
Pin T/R Signal Color Description
1 T TXD+ Orange-White TX Data 10/100BaseT
2 R TXD- Orange TX Data 10/100BaseT
3 T RXD+ Green-White RX Data 10/100BaseT
4 R PoE+ Blue Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (+)
5 T PoE+ Blue-White Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (+)
6 R RXD- Green RX Data 10/100BaseT
7 T PoE- Brown-White Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (-)
8 R PoE- Brown Power output, 0, 12, 24, 48 Vdc (-)
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Abbreviations
The following acronyms are used in this document.
Table 18 Acronyms
2P Two-Phase or Split Phase
2W Two-Wire
3W Three-Wire
AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
AC Alternating Current
ANSI American National Standards Institute
AWG American Wire Gauge
C Celsius
CAT Category
CCK Complementary Code Keying
CE Conformite Europeene
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CISPR International Special Committee on Radio Interference
CSA Canadian Standard Association
dB Decibels
dBi Decibels Relative to an Isotropic Radiator
dBm Decibels Referred to 1 Milliwatt
DBPSK Differential-Binary Phase-Shift Keying
DC Direct Current
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Table 18 Acronyms (continued)
DGT Directorate General of Telecommunications (Taiwan)
DQPSK Differential-Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying
DSSS Direct-Sequence Spread Spectrum
EFT Electrically Fast Transients
EIRP Effective Isotropic Radiated Power
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
EN IEC standard
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute
FCC Federal Communications Commission
FHSS Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
HFC Hybrid Fiber Coax
Hz Hertz
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
IP67 Ingress Protection Standard
ISM Instrumentation, Scientific, and Medical band
ISTA International Safe Transit Association
LAN Local Area Network
Mbps Megabits Per Second
MHz Megahertz
MIL-STD Military Standard
MPHPT Ministry of Public Management, Home Affairs, Posts and Telecommunications (Japan)
MSO Multiple Service Operator
MTBF Mean Time Between Failure
N Neutral
NEC National Electrical Codes
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Table 18 Acronyms (continued)
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
OFDM Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
P Phase
PE Protective Earth
PoE Power over Ethernet
RJ45 Registered Jack 45
RSS Received Signal Strength
Rx Receive
RXD Receive Data
TUV Technical Inspection Association
Tx Transmit
TXD Transmit Data
UL Underwriters Laboratories
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
VAC Voltage (Alternating Current)
VCCI Voluntary Control Council for Interference (Japan)
VDC Voltage (Direct Current)
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
WWatts
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Index

A
AC
power source 6 wiring diagrams 66
American Association of State High-
way and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)
antenna type and placement 5 antennas
approved configurations connecting 18 distances from people 5 external 19 omni-directional 5 options 5 waterproofing 20
attenuation 50
B
battery
backup turning router off 34
battery backup vs. throughput chart
37, 38
building materials 5
C
cable
gland termination 75
canopy installation 70 canopy subscriber module and bracket
70
kit
categories of power 24 category A power 25 category B power 25 category C power 25 cautions vi circuit board connection locations 34 clearance for mounting 7 concrete pole mounting 9 connecting
antennas category III AC power 27
69
48
37
76
18
power 24 connecting a data port 29 connecting data ports 32 connecting peripherals 35
D
data cables 31
attaching before mounting 7 data port
connecting 29
connection options 31 data protection device 23 data rate considerations 5 distance limits 4 diversity 5
E
external antennas 19
F
FCC antenna rules 2
G
grounding
connecting 23
data protection device 23
router 21
H
hardware reset 34 hose clamps 8
I
installation considerations
antenna options
site surveys 5 installation hardware and tools 4 installing Tropos router 1
5
L
LAN port 29 LED 34 location guidelines 5
M
management port 29 metal pole mounting 10 mounting
clearance
7
instructions 9 metal pole 10 orientation 7 poles greater than 8 inches diameter
8
strategies 7 streetlight 17 streetlight options 7 to wood, concrete, painted poles 9 tower 16 wood brace 14 wood pole 13
O
obstructions 5 omni-directional antenna 5
P
peripherals
connecting
physical environment 5 pole mounting 10 ports 29 power
categories 24 connecting 24 connecting category III AC power 27 connecting streetlight 28 consumption 40 output 35
power over Ethernet (PoE) 35 power sources
overview 6 preparing for installation 2 product specifications 42
35
R
regulatory notices ii resetting the router 34 RJ45 Ethernet ports 29 RJ45 pin descriptions 77 RJ45 pin locations and descriptions 36 router
diagram
exploded view 3
resetting 34
3
S
safety
general considerations
information 38 site planning 4
6
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site surveys 5 specifications 42 streetlight
mounting instructions 17 mounting options 7 power 28
sun shield 12
T
terminating cables 75 tools for installation 4 tower mounting 16
V
voltage 6
W
warnings, general vi waterproofing antenna connections 20 wind loading 69 wiring diagrams 66 wood brace mounting 14 wood pole mounting 13
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