Airaya GRID-C3 Users Manual

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For Professional Installers
Product Manual And Installation Guide
WirelessGRID Indoor Wireless Bridge
Indoor Bridge with N-type Connector
AI108-4958-N
Indoor Bridge w/RF Cable and Outdoor Antenna
AI108-4958-1/AI108-4958-SU
Indoor Bridge Kit w/RF Cables & Outdoor Antennas
AI108-4958-Kit
Revision 1.01
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AIRAYA makes no warranties with respect to this documentation and disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability, quality, or fitness for any particular purpose. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. AIRAYA reserves the right to make revisions to this publication without obligation to notify any person or entity of any such changes.
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Limited Warranty AIRAYA Corp.
Limited Warranty: AIRAYA warrants all of its products to be free of
manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the applicable warranty term. All AIRAYA products carry a standard 90-day limited warranty from the date of purchase from AIRAYA or its Authorized Reseller. AIRAYA may, at its own discretion, repair or replace any product not operating as warranted with a similar or functionally equivalent product during the applicable warranty term.
The standard limited warranty can be upgraded to a one-year warranty by registering new products within 30 days of purchase from AIRAYA or its Authorized Reseller. Registration can be accomplished online via the AIRAYA web site. Failure to register will not affect the standard limited warranty. The one-year warranty covers a product during the Life of that Product, which is defined as the period of time during which the product is an ‘Active’ AIRAYA product. A product is considered to be ‘Active’ while it is listed on the current AIRAYA price list. As new technologies emerge, older technologies become obsolete and AIRAYA will, at its discretion, replace an older product in its product line with one that incorporates these newer technologies. At that point, the obsolete product is discontinued and is no longer an ‘Active’ AIRAYA product.
All products that are replaced become the property of AIRAYA. Replacement products may be either new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product carries either a 30-day limited warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty, whichever is longer. AIRAYA is not responsible for any custom software or firmware, configuration information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to AIRAYA pursuant to any warranty. Products returned to AIRAYA should have any customer-installed accessory or add-on components removed prior to returning the product for replacement. AIRAYA is not responsible for these items if they are returned with the product.
Customers must contact AIRAYA for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number prior to returning any product to AIRAYA. Proof of purchase may be required. Any product returned to AIRAYA without a valid RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the package will be returned to customer at customer’s expense. Customers are responsible for all shipping charges from their facility to AIRAYA. AIRAYA is responsible for return shipping charges from AIRAYA to the customer.
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Limited Warranty
WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE: IF AN AIRAYA PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER'S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT IN QUESTION, AT AIRAYA’S OPTION. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. AIRAYA NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. AIRAYA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER'S OR ANY THIRD PERSON'S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OR OTHER HAZARD.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: IN NO EVENT, (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), SHALL AIRAYA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF AIRAYA OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
SOME COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE TAKEN TO AFFECT YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS.
Note: AIRAYA will provide fee-based service for up to three years following discontinuance of any product from the active AIRAYA price list. Under the one-year warranty, internal and external power supplies, and fans are covered by a standard one-year warranty from date of purchase.
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Regulatory Information

FCC and Industry Canada Guidelines

The radiated output power of the AIRAYA WirelessGRID 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 to guarantee that the antenna operates at least 20 centimeters (8 inches) from any person. This is necessary to insure that the product operates in accordance with the Federal Communications Commission’s RF Guidelines for Human Exposure.
The WirelessGRID’s built-in 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, unless expressly approved by AIRAYA, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The WirelessGRID wireless bridge operates in the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz frequency range. High power radar systems in both Canada and the United States are allocated as primary users of this spectrum. These radars can cause interference and or damage to devices such as the WirelessGRID wireless bridge when used outdoors.
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC ID: QDE-GRIDC3 IC: 4433A-GRIDC3
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.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.
Class A Digital Compliance
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Frequency Stability Statement
The 40 MHz crystal provides the core clock for the AR2313 and AR5112. This crystal is attached to the AR5112, witch then internally forms an oscillator. The AR5112 then provides the output of the oscillator to its internal frequency synthesizer, and to the AR2313.
The maximum frequency tolerance allowed by the IEEE 802.11 standard is ±20 ppm. Therefore, the crystal device needs to meet this requirement over all operating conditions. Atheros recommends a crystal device with an overall tolerance of 18 ppm that includes initial tolerance, tolerance over operating temperature range, and aging tolerance.
The crystal device used in the Reference Design is calibrated at 15 pF load. When designing the crystal circuit, care should be taken to include the board stray and other capacitances, such as those inherent with the oscillator circuits, in the overall calculation of the load capacitance.
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Contents
Introduction .............................................................................................. 9
Package Checklist.................................................................................... 9
Hardware Description................................................................................ 10
Ethernet Compatibility ........................................................................... 10
Radio Characteristics ............................................................................. 10
Antenna Type ....................................................................................... 10
Backhaul / Point-to-point Architecture ......................................................... 11
Multipoint Architecture .............................................................................. 11
Repeater Architecture ............................................................................... 11
Mesh Architecture .................................................................................... 12
AI108-4958-Kit, -1, -SU, and -N Connection Diagram.................................... 12
System Requirements ............................................................................... 13
Hardware Installation................................................................................ 14
Indoor Bridge Connections...................................................................... 14
Installing and Visually Aligning Outdoor Antenna .......................................... 16
Software Configuration ............................................................................. 18
Getting Started ..................................................................................... 18
Logging into the WirelessGRID NMS ......................................................... 18
Current Settings ................................................................................... 19
WirelessGRID System Setup Tab ............................................................. 22
Network Settings Tab ............................................................................ 24
Radio Settings Tab ................................................................................ 26
Admin Setup Tab .................................................................................. 29
Security Tab –Authentication and Data Encryption ..................................... 32
WirelessGRID Authentication .................................................................. 32
Data Encryption .................................................................................... 33
Encryption Key Manager......................................................................... 34
Security Server (RADIUS) Settings .......................................................... 36
Active Bridge Status Tab ........................................................................ 37
Remote Bridge (SU Station) Statistics Tab ................................................ 38
Firmware Update Tab............................................................................. 41
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Help Tab .............................................................................................. 42
Antenna alignment and link monitoring tool ................................................. 43
Check List for Antenna Alignment ............................................................ 43
Using the real-time signal strength monitor for antenna alignment ............... 44
Antenna Adjustment Using the real-time Signal Strength Monitor................. 46
Specifications .......................................................................................... 47
Ordering Information ................................................................................ 49
WirelessGRID Worldwide Frequency Channel Plan ......................................... 50
Appendix A – Bench Test Procedure ............................................................ 51
Step 1. Setup a wired Ethernet network between test stations..................... 51
Step 2. Setup wired Ethernet network connections to bridges ...................... 52
Step 3. Setup bridge software configuration for bridge ............................... 54
Step 4. Test network connectivity across a WirelessGRID link ...................... 55
Step 4a. Check throughput of WirelessGRID link (optional) ......................... 56
Step 5. Running the real-time Signal Strength Monitor ............................... 57
Step 6. Field deployment of WirelessGRID bridges ..................................... 58
Appendix B. Multi-point Bridge Configuration Log......................................... 59
Appendix C: Weatherproofing RF Cable Connections...................................... 60
How to Get Help....................................................................................... 61
Worldwide Web Support ......................................................................... 61
Contacting AIRAYA ................................................................................ 61
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Introduction

AIRAYA WirelessGRID series wireless bridges have been designed to provide transparent, high-speed data communications between two to 32 locations. Point-to-point, multipoint, and repeater functionality are built into all AIRAYA WirelessGRID broadband wireless access products.
This solution offers fast, reliable wireless connectivity with considerable cost savings compared to wired alternatives. Utilizing proprietary 5 GHz technology, WirelessGRID bridges easily replace Ethernet or T1 connections or seamlessly integrate into a newer 100 Mbps Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN).

Package Checklist

Each AI108-4958-N comes in one carton and contains the following components:
One indoor bridge unit with N-type female connector
One 6 foot straight-through Ethernet cable
One 120V AC Power Supply (Full range option available)
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NOTE
Two AI108-4958-N bridges must be used to create a link between two locations. In addition, an RF cable and antenna must be purchased separately for each AI108-4958-N
Each AI108-4958-1 or AI108-4958-SU comes in one carton and contains the following components:
One AI108-4958-N units with N-type female
connectors
One 23 dBi antenna with N-type female connector
& mounting bracket
One 25 foot LMR-400 cable with N-type male
connector
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Each AI108-4958-Kit comes in one carton and contains the following components:
Two AI108-4958-N units with N-type
female connectors
Two 23 dBi antennas with N-type
female connectors & mounting brackets
Two 25 foot LMR-400 cables with N-
type male connectors
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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.
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 the bridge for repair.

Hardware Description

Ethernet Compatibility

Each AIRAYA WirelessGRID wireless bridge can be attached directly to a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (twisted-pair) Ethernet LAN segment. These segments must conform to the IEEE 802.3 specification.

Radio Characteristics

The WirelessGRID bridge utilizes a radio modulation technique known as Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) and is capable of operating in the 4.9 GHz to 5.850 GHz frequency range with 5, 10, 20, or 40 MHz wide channels. Data is transmitted over a half-duplex radio channel at speeds of up to 108 Mbps.

Antenna Type

The AI108-4958-kit comes with 23 dBi patch antenna and 28 dBi dish antennas that operate in the 5.15-5.850 GHz frequency range.
For international and military markets, the AI108-4958-N can be used with external antennas options and radio output power between 6 and 21 dBm. Please contact AIRAYA for additional antenna options. Local regulations apply.
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Backhaul / Point-to-point Architecture

Figure 1.
This diagram illustrates a typical use scenario of a WirelessGRID bridge interconnecting two networks in separate buildings.
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Utilizing two properly configured links on the same path will provide redundancy and double throughput between locations.

Multipoint Architecture

Figure 2. This diagram illustrates a typical use
scenario of a WirelessGRID outdoor base station connecting to multiple subscriber units at different locations in a city. Up to 32 subscriber units can be connected to one base station. WirelessGRID point-to-point and multipoint functionality can be combined to form a broadband wireless infrastructure.

Repeater Architecture

Figure 3. This diagram illustrates the use of an
AI108-4958-ON2 repeater/base station. The single radio repeater configuration requires two antenna/cable assemblies to one pointing toward the building to the left and one pointing toward the building to the right. Alternatively, this product can be used as a base station with two sector antennas to increase the coverage area wider horizontal plane. For example, two 120 sector antennas attached to the AI108-4958-ON2 would provide a 240
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Mesh Architecture

Figure 4. This diagram illustrates the combined
use of WirelessGRID backhaul, repeater and multi-point equipment to cover a large geographic area, creating a mesh network.
For complete information on model numbers, please refer to the ordering guide on page 57.

AI108-4958-Kit, -1, -SU, and -N Connection Diagram

Figure 5. This diagram illustrates a typical bridge configuration.
NOTE
All outdoor RF connections should be weather-sealed. Please refer to Appendix C for instructions on weatherproofing RF connections
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System Requirements

Before installing the AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-SU, AI108-4958-1, or AI108-4958-Kit, be sure you have the following items on-hand:
An AC power outlet (100 to 120 V, 50 to 60 Hz) or (optional 100-
220 V, 50 to 60 Hz) to supply power to each indoor bridge unit
An outdoor antenna mast with a 1 to 6 inch (25.4 to 152.4 mm)
diameter, or a suitable wall mount location and screw-in anchors, molly bolts, or pan-head screws to attach antenna mounting bracket
An available RJ-45 (UTP) port on a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch or
router
Web browser for software configuration
The WirelessGRID 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 bridge.
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

Indoor Bridge Connections

Figure 5. Front and
rear panel views
The AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-1, or AI108-SU connect to your network with a standard 100/10 Mbps Ethernet cable; and connects to the outdoor antenna using an RF cable. The AI108-4958-N, -1, -SU units features the following LED status indicators:
LED Indication
Power LED Blinks while bridge is powering up and performing power-on
self-test. While bridge is ready, LED remains on without blinking.
5 GHz LED Indicates the bridge is operating in 4.9-5.85 GHz range. LED
blinks at a different rate in correspondence to the transfer rate.
2.4 GHz LED Indicates the bridge is operating in 2.4-2.5 GHz. This functionality is not available in standard configuration.
10M LED
100M LED Indicates the bridge has a physical Ethernet connection and
Rear Panel
Reset button Pressing the reset button and holding it in for more than 4
Indicates the bridge has a physical Ethernet connection and is linked to your network at 10 Mbps.
is linked to your network at 100 Mbps.
seconds will set the bridge network settings to factory defaults. Cycle the power to enable new settings.
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Before you mount the AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-1, or AI108-SU to a fixed location, consider the following requirements to determine the optimal placement:
The RF cable between the AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-1, or AI108-SU and the antenna should be as short as possible without putting too much stress on the connectors at the bridge and antenna. The RF cable attenuates (reduces) the radio signal and will reduce the effective range of your wireless link.
The cable length from the Ethernet network port to the AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-1, or AI108-SU must not exceed 328 ft (100 meters).
Placement must allow for easy access to disconnect the bridge unit from the AC power outlet if necessary.
Follow these steps to install the AI108-4958-N, AI108-4958-1, or AI108­SU indoor bridge:
1. Connect the Ethernet cable – The AI108-4 and AI108-N should be connected to a 10/100Mbps Ethernet network through a switch or router. Alternatively, a computer can be directly connected to the bridge using an Ethernet cross-over cable. Connect to the RJ-45 connector socket on the back panel of the bridge with 5 UTP Ethernet cable and an RJ-45 connector.
2. Connect the power adapter cable to the 5V, 2A DC power socket on the rear panel, and plug the power adapter into the wall outlet.
Warning: Use only the power adapter supplied with the bridge in order to prevent damage and void warranty.
3. Refer to the section above on LED status indicators to verify the unit is powered on and functioning properly.
4. Connect the optional lightning arrestor and jumper cable assembly
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Installing and Visually Aligning Outdoor Antenna

To ensure maximum performance and stability of your wireless link, it is crucial that you determine the right locations for the outdoor antennas based on the following criteria:
A good signal path, ideally with visual line of sight and
adequate Fresnel clearance between bridges
Minimal distance between bridges
Minimal reflections from other objects.
Figure 6. If using 23 dBi directional antennas supplied by AIRAYA, mast mounting of the external antennas can be accomplished using the included mounting brackets with full vertical and horizontal adjustment.
NOTE
When wall mounting the antenna to the side of a structure, you will not need the back portion of the mounting bracket. Use screw-in anchors, molly bolts, or pan-head screws to attach antenna mounting bracket to side of structure.
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Follow these steps to install and visually align outdoor antennas:
1. Attach the antenna to a mast or side of a building using the included bracket.
2. Align the outdoor antenna horizontally: Loosen the horizontal adjustment bolt and nut to visually aim the antenna at the remote bridge. Set the appropriate horizontal angle and tighten the horizontal adjustment bolt and nut so that the angle is locked in place.
3. Align the outdoor antenna vertically: Loosen the vertical adjustment bolt and nut on the mounting bracket and point the antenna towards the remote end point. Set the appropriate elevation angle and tighten the alignment bolts so that the angle is locked in place.
4. Secure the cable along the mast between the outdoor antenna and the indoor bridge inside your building. Note: We recommend that you secure the entire cable to the mast at 10-foot intervals.
5. Repeat steps one through four for each remote location outdoor antenna.
6. Use the real-time Signal Strength Monitor to fine-tune received signal strength (RSSi) between bridges. This tool is designed to maximize the throughput of your new WirelessGRID link by providing the highest possible signal strength across a wireless path. See the section on “Antenna Alignment and Link Monitoring Tool” for instructions.
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If this is your first installation of an AIRAYA link, AIRAYA recommends that you perform the bench test procedure in Appendix A before deploying the product. This will ensure that bridges are functioning properly and fully configured, and will allow you to become familiar with the tools for aligning antennas and optimizing throughput before you get into the field.
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Software Configuration

You can configure the network, radio, and security parameters of the WirelessGRID bridge using the built-in WirelessGRID Network Management System (NMS). This web-based configuration utility greatly simplifies the setup process by allowing you to access all parameters and settings through a single, consistent user interface.

Getting Started

The factory default IP address of the WirelessGRID bridge is 192.168.1.70. Type that string into the address field of your browser and press the Return key to load the WirelessGRID NMS.
You will be prompted for a User Name and Password. Refer to the next section for information about default settings.

Logging into the WirelessGRID NMS

The WirelessGRID bridge requires you to enter a user name and password to gain access to the configuration utility. The default User Name and Password is “Airaya.”
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Once logged in, you can access all available WirelessGRID configuration options. The web interface is organized into tabs that allow you to access screens that let you view and change bridge parameters.
Tabs include Current Settings, Network Settings, Radio Settings, Admin
Setup, Advanced, WirelessGRID Authentication, Data Encryption, Security Server, Active Bridges, Station Stats, Download Updates and screen-
specific Help.
The following sections describe the entries in each area of the Current Settings screen:

Current Settings

Quick Add Instructions – Step-by-step instructions to set up and add a
new bridge to a WirelessGRID network.
Software Revision – Current software (firmware) version installed on the bridge.
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