Airaya GRID-3X3-PS User Manual

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WirelessGRID-300

High Capacity Outdoor Backhaul Radios
For Point-to-point Links

Product Manual
And Installation Guide

WirelessGRID-300 MIMO Outdoor Wireless Bridges

Revision 2.02

11/29/2010 10:00 PM

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Regulatory Information

and Industry Canada Guidelines

The radiated output power of the AIRAYA WirelessGRID-300 Wireless Bridge is
far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device
shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during
normal operation is minimized. It is the responsibility of the installer and
users of the WirelessGRID-300 to guarantee that the antenna(s) operates at
least 30 centimeters (11.8 inches) from any person operating in the 5.8 Ghz
band and at least 50 centimeters (19.7 inches) from any person operating in
the 4.9 GHz band. This is necessary to insure that the product operates in
accordance with the Federal Communications Commission’s RF Guidelines for
Human Exposure.

The WirelessGRID-300’s antennas may NOT be replaced at any time. They are
designed to comply with the maximum EIRP limits specified by the FCC and
Industry Canada. Modifications to the WirelessGRID-300, unless expressly
approved by AIRAYA, could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

FCC ID: QDE-GRID-3X3-PS IC: 4433A-GRID3X3PS

IC Warning message:

Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

If the antenna is detachable (ie. selectable by the user, can be change. Otherwise it calls
integrated), needs to include 7.1.4 and 7.1.5 in the manual:

7.1.4 has statement for detachable antenna.

This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below, and having a
maximum gain of 29 dB. Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 29 dB
are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.”

7.1.5 has additional statement for detachable antenna.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be
so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
permitted for successful communication.”

FCC Warning message:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 50 cm for the

4.9Ghz band usage, 30cm for 5.8Ghz Point-to-Point operation and 20cm for 5.8 Ghz Point-to­Multipoint between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be collocated or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter unless authorized to do so by the
FCC.

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Contents

Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 8

Package Checklist .............................................................................................. 8

Hardware Description ........................................................................................................ 10

Ethernet Compatibility ...................................................................................... 10

Radio Characteristics ........................................................................................ 10

Antenna Options for 5 GHz Operation.................................................................. 10

Outdoor Nema4 Enclosure................................................................................. 11

Cabling and Cable Bulkhead Fittings ................................................................... 11

Remote PoE Power ........................................................................................... 11

Backhaul / Point-to-point Architecture.................................................................................. 11

System Requirements........................................................................................................ 13

Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................ 14

Connecting the Indoor Injector Unit .................................................................... 14

Software Configuration ...................................................................................................... 16

Getting Started................................................................................................ 16

Logging into the WirelessGRID-300 Web-based NMS............................................. 16

Current Settings .............................................................................................. 18

Wired Network Settings .................................................................................... 18

Radio Network Settings..................................................................................... 18

WirelessGRID-300 Bridge List ............................................................................ 19

WirelessGRID-300 System Setup Tab.................................................................. 20

Network Settings Tab ....................................................................................... 22

Radio Settings Tab ........................................................................................... 24

Admin Setup Tab ............................................................................................. 26

Security Tab – Data Encryption .......................................................................... 28

WirelessGRID-300 Authentication....................................................................... 28

Data Encryption ............................................................................................... 29

Encryption Key Manager ................................................................................... 29

Active Bridge Status Tab ................................................................................... 31

Remote Bridge (SU Station) Statistics Tab ........................................................... 32

Firmware Update Tab ....................................................................................... 34

Help Tab......................................................................................................... 35

Appendix A – Bench Test Procedure..................................................................................... 36

Step 1. Setup a wired Ethernet network between test stations................................ 36

Step 2. Setup wired Ethernet network connections to bridges................................. 37

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Step 3. Setup bridge software configuration for bridge .......................................... 38

Step 4. Test network connectivity across a WirelessGRID-300 link .......................... 39

Step 4a. Check throughput of WirelessGRID-300 link (optional).............................. 40

Step 5. Field deployment of WirelessGRID-300 bridges.......................................... 42

Appendix A: Weatherproofing RF Cable Connections............................................................... 43

How to Get Help ............................................................................................................... 44

Worldwide Web Support.................................................................................... 44

Contacting AIRAYA ........................................................................................... 44

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Introduction

AIRAYA WirelessGRID-300 series wireless bridges have been designed to
provide transparent, high-speed data communications between two or
more locations.

The WirelessGRID-300 utilizes detachable antennas and is an outdoor
radio product, with external antenna connections. The product requires
installation by a certified professional installer, only.

WirelessGRID-300 firmware will not allow the end user to change or
modify the country code settings of this product. The availability of
specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country
dependent and are programmed in firmware to match the intended
destination, by AIRAYA Corp. factory personnel only. The US Country
Code setting will only allow operation in the 5.725-5.850 GHz band for 20
& 40 MHz wide channels. The PS Country Code will allow operation in the

5.725-5.850 GHz band for 20 & 40 MHz wide channels, while also
allowing the use of 4.940-4.990 GHz band with bandwidths of 5, 10, 15 &
20 MHz wide channels.

This solution offers proven, fast, reliable, and secure wireless connectivity
with considerable cost savings compared to wired alternatives. Utilizing
proprietary 4.940-4.990 & 5.725-5.850 GHz technology, the
WirelessGRID-300 bridge can easily replace an Ethernet or multiple T1
connections or seamlessly integrate into a newer 1000/100 Mbps Ethernet
Local Area Network (LAN).

Package Checklist

Each WirelessGRID-300 bridge comes in either one or two cartons,
depending on the model ordered, and contains the following components:

 Two outdoor units with either two (2) or three (3) N-type Female

Connectors

 Pole mounting hardware and brackets

 Two indoor injector units and full range power supplies for remote

power

 Two 48 VDC .4 Amp power bricks

 Two UV-protected outdoor-rated cables (length specified by part

number) or Bulkhead fittings for Gigabit remote PoE power cables.

Please register your product online at: www.airaya.com in the support/
product registration section of our web site. Note: Free technical support
is only available to registered users of AIRAYA equipment.

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Please inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing, or damaged
parts. If possible, retain the carton and original packing materials for
repacking purposes in case you need to return a radio bridge for repair.

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Hardware Description

Ethernet Compatibility

WirelessGRID-300 wireless bridges can be attached directly to 10BASE­100/1000 BASE-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segments. These
segments must conform to the IEEE 802.3 specification.

Each WirelessGRID-300 bridge functions as an Ethernet node and
performs layer 2 bridging by moving packets from a network in one
building to a network in another building.

Radio Characteristics

WirelessGRID-300 bridges utilizes a radio modulation technique known as
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) capable of operating
in the4.940-4.990 & 5.725-5.850 GHz bands. Data is transmitted over a
radio channel at signaling rates up to 300 Mbps in 5.8 GHz band and 130
Mbps in the 4.9 GHz band.

Antenna Options for 5 GHz Operation

The outdoor version of the WirelessGRID-300 bridge uses FCC certified
antennas to achieve a maximum operating range up to 30 miles under FCC
rules in the 5.8 GHz band. When using antenna in the 4.9 GHz band, an
antenna gain greater than 26 dBi, will require the user to reduce the radio
output power by the amount of gain abover 26 dBi.

This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed
below in the 5.8 GHz band only, and having a maximum gain of 29 dB.
Antennas not included in this list or having a gain greater than 29 dB
are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna
impedance is 50 ohms.

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its

gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power

(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.

4.9 Ghz Band Antenna Operation

Antenna
Gain

29 dBi 23.00 52.00

23.5 dBi 24.96

23 dBi 24.96

17 dBi 24.96

10 dBi 24.96

Max
Transmit
Power

dBm

dBm

dBm

dBm

EIRP Antenna Type

dBm

48.46
dBm

47.96
dBm

41.96
dBm

34.96
dBm

Grid /Dish Parabolic
Antennas
Dual Polarized Antenna

Patch Antenna

Vertically Polarized Sector
Antenna
Omni Directional Antenna

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5.8 Ghz Band Antenna Operation

Antenna
Gain

29 dBi 24.96

23.5 dBi 24.96

23 dBi 24.96

17 dBi 24.96

10 dBi 24.96

Outdoor Nema4 Enclosure

The metal enclosure of WirelessGRID-300 bridge has been designed for
maximum durability for outdoor use in a range of weather conditions.
They are watertight and meet NEMA/EEMAC Type 4 and IP66
specifications.

Max
Transmit
Power

dBm

dBm

dBm

dBm

dBm

EIRP Antenna Type

53.96
dBm

48.46
dBm

47.96
dBm

41.96
dBm

34.96
dBm

Grid /Dish Parabolic
Antennas
Dual Polarized Antenna

Patch Antenna

Vertically Polarized Sector
Antenna
Omni Directional Antenna

Cabling and Cable Bulkhead Fittings

The outdoor version of the WirelessGRID-300 bridge includes Category 5e
cables designed for outdoor applications. This cable supports DC Power
Over Ethernet for easy installation. The bulkhead fitting is an IP67-rated
Ethernet Fitting for use in outdoor applications.

Remote PoE Power

Gigabit Power Over Ethernet (IEEE802.3AF) is an integral part of the
WirelessGRID-300 bridge. The injector is capable of providing power at
the full distance specified by the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet specification (100
meters).

Backhaul / Point-to-point Architecture

Figure 1.

This diagram illustrates a typical use scenario of a

WirelessGRID-300 bridge interconnecting two networks in separate

facilities.

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For complete information on model numbers, please refer to the ordering guide located
on the AIRAYA website.

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System Requirements

Before installing the WirelessGRID-300 bridge, be sure you have the
following items on-hand:

 An AC power outlet (100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz) to supply power to

the indoor injector units on both sides of the wireless link

 An outdoor unit mast with a 1 to 4 inch (25.4 to 101.6 mm)

diameter

 An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on a 1000/100 Mbps Ethernet switch

or router

 Web browser or telnet (CLI) application for software configuration

The WirelessGRID-300 bridge has been designed to withstand normal
handling procedures, but reasonable precautions should be taken during
installation, particularly with regard to static discharge.

• Make sure that you are adequately grounded by touching the bare

metal surface on the back of a computer or networking device
before installing the indoor and outdoor units.

• Avoid moving around the work area in order to eliminate static

charge buildup.

• If possible, do not work on a carpeted area.

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Hardware Installation

Connecting the Indoor Injector Unit

Figure 5. Network and outdoor connection views

The indoor injector unit connects your company network to the outdoor
portion of the WirelessGRID-300 bridge and delivers both data and
power. The indoor portion of the remote power system features the
following LED status indicators:

LED Indication

Power Brick LED

(green)

Injector 48V out
(green)

Power source is active and supplying 48 volts to the indoor
injector unit

Power Over Ethernet is active and the injector is hot at the
48V Out+ Signal port

Before you mount the indoor Injector unit at a fixed location, consider the
following requirements to determine optimal placement:

• The cable length from the Ethernet switch or router to the

outdoor unit must not exceed 328 feet (100 meters).

• Placement must allow for easy access to disconnect the

indoor injector unit from the AC outlet if necessary.

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