Hitachi Kokusai Electric SL24G US 02 User Manual

150Mbps High-speed Radio Link

Operation manual

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL

BEFORE USING THE REPEATER

Caution:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Hitachi Kokusai Electric Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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 own expense.

Using this product close to radio or television receivers may cause receive failures. Use the receiver correctly in accordance with the user's manual.

z Use the receiver correctly in accordance with the user's manual. z The specifications for this product are for use in America. The product cannot be used in

other countries.

z Please be advised that Hitachi Kokusai Electric is in no way responsible for losses caused

by lost opportunities such as lost communication, or pure economic losses such as the loss of data registered in the product, as a result of external causes such as product breakage, malfunction, problems, or power outages. Please keep a separate record of the data registered in this product.

z Never disassemble or modify this product. z Use this product as a general wireless communication device. Please be advised that

Hitachi Kokusai Electric is in no way responsible for damage that occurs as a result of using this product for applications other than a general wireless communication device.

 Do not use this product for applications that require a high level of safety, such as medical

equipment or systems that directly or indirectly affect human life.

 If you do use this product in applications such as devices and computer systems that

require a higher degree of reliability than a general wireless communication device, ensure that you have thoroughly implemented adequate measures regarding failures and safety design for the system that you are using.

z References made in this manual to the products of other companies are intended to be

references only. They are not intended to enforce use of the mentioned products.

z The contents of this manual were created with the utmost of care. However, if you are

unsure about the content, or if you find errors or omissions, please contact Hitachi Kokusai Electric or the representative that sold you the product.

z The product manual, hardware, software, and external appearance are subject to change

without notice for the purpose of improvements. As a result, they may differ slightly from the product that you have purchased.

z Liability for damages, based on a default on a debt or illegal activity attributed to this

product, shall be limited to the purchase price of this product or equivalent, unless Hitachi Kokusai Electric is found to have acted in bad faith or to have been grossly negligent.

z The copyright for this manual belongs to Hitachi Kokusai Electric. Reprinting, duplicating, or

modifying all or part of this manual without permission from Hitachi Kokusai Electric is not permitted.

z SINELINK is a trademark of Hitachi Kokusai Electric. Microsoft and Windows are registered

trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Java Script is a trademark or registered trademark of Oracle Corporation and its subsidiaries and partner companies in the USA and other countries. All company names and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. The ™, ®, and © symbols are not used in this manual.

For safe and correct operation

Before using the repeater, read this manual thoroughly to ensure proper operation. After reading the manual, store it carefully in an easily accessible location so that it can be referenced at any time.

About the Symbols

This manual uses a range of symbols intended to ensure the safe and correct use of this product, and to prevent financial losses and injury to you and others. The symbols and their meanings are explained below. It is important to understand these symbols before reading the rest of this manual.

Warning

This symbol highlights instructions that, if ignored or handled incorrectly, may result in death or serious injury.

Caution

Examples of Symbols

U symbol indicates information that is a warning (including dangers and warnings). Specific warning information is provided within the symbol. The symbol on the left is an electric shock warning.

symbol indicates prohibited actions. Specific warning information is provided within the symbol or near the symbol. The symbol on the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.

symbol indicates instructions that require an action. Specific instruction information is provided within the symbol. The symbol on the left indicates that you must connect a grounding wire.

This symbol highlights instructions that, if ignored or handled incorrectly, may result in injury or physical damage.

Please comply with the following requirements regarding PoE power supply equipment.

Strict

compliance

Strict

compliance

Strict

compliance

z Always use IEEE802.3af-compliant PoE (Power over Ethernet) power supply equipment

(sold separately). Using other power supply equipment may cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z Connect PoE power supply equipment to the power source specified in the user's manual

for that equipment. Connecting to other power sources may cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z Do not exceed wiring device standards. Excess current will generate heat and may cause

fire or equipment failure.

Please comply with the following requirements regarding LAN cables.

z Always use the specified LAN cables. Power is supplied to this product through LAN cables.

Using other cables may cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z Do not scratch or damage, or forcefully bend, twist, or bundle the LAN cables, or perform

any process with the cables other than connecting the connectors. Placing heavy objects on the cables, applying heat, or pulling the cables may damage the LAN cables and cause fire or electric shock.

z When installing, do not squeeze the cables between the product and the wall or racks.

Doing so may damage the LAN cables or cause fire or electric shock.

z Do not install LAN cables close to a heater. Doing so may melt the cable coating or cause

fire or electric shock.

z Using a damaged LAN cable (such as a cable with exposed core or broken wires) may

cause fire or electric shock. Immediately replace a damaged cable with another LAN cable.

z When connecting or disconnecting a LAN cable, always use a connector. Pulling a LAN

cable may cause damage to the connector and cable, or cause fire or electric shock. It may also cause the repeater or other devices connected to the LAN cable to fall or topple, resulting in injury.

z When connecting or disconnecting a LAN cable, first disconnect the PoE power supply

equipment or turn off the power supply. Failure to do so might cause electric shock.

z When inserting the LAN cable connector, ensure that it is inserted properly. Failure to do so

might allow moisture in and cause a short or improper insulation, or fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

Please comply with the following requirements when installing this repeater outdoors.

z Do not perform installation work during bad weather (such as strong winds). Wind may blow

over components and result in injury or damage. Slippery conditions from rain and snow may cause you to fall over and sustain injuries.

z Do not install the repeater in an area in which lightning may strike. Doing so might cause

fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z When routing LAN cables indoors, incorporate the appropriate use of STP cables and surge

protectors (sold separately). Failure to connect such equipment might cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z Ensure that the installation location and support poles are sufficiently strong. z If you are installing the repeater on a balcony, consult a builder to ensure that the veranda is

strong enough. If it is not strong enough, the balcony may break, or the repeater may fall, resulting in injury.

Warning

Do not touch the repeater or LAN cables while it thunders.

Prohibited

Disassem-

bly

prohibited

Strict

compliance

Discon-

necting a

LAN cable

Discon-

necting a

LAN cable

Prohibited

Strict

compliance

z Doing so might cause electric shock.

Do not perform installation work while it thunders.

z There is a risk of electric shock.

Do not touch the repeater, LAN cables, or connectors with wet hands while current is flowing through them.

z Doing so might cause electric shock.

Do not disassemble, modify, or repair yourself.

z It is a violation of law for you to disassemble this equipment yourself. z Disassembly or modification may cause fire, electric shock, or product failure. z If the repeater fails, ask your representative to repair it. If you disassemble or modify the

repeater yourself, you will be required to pay for repairs even if the repeater is still under warranty.

Install the repeater out of reach of children.

z Failure to do so might cause electric shock or injury.

If you notice smoke, noise, or an odor coming from the repeater, or if it is abnormally hot, terminate the power supply immediately.

z Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock, or product failure.

If water or foreign objects get inside the repeater, or if the repeater breaks, disconnect the LAN cable immediately and terminate the power supply.

z Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock, or product failure.

Do not install or use the repeater in a location that might result in fire or explosion.

z Using the repeater in a location that is exposed to dust or flammable gases, such as

propane gas or gasoline, may result in an explosion or fire. Do not install or use the repeater in a location that might result in fire or explosion.

Install the repeater in a secure and stable location.

z Installing the repeater in an unstable rack or on an incline may cause the repeater to fall or

topple, resulting in injury.

z Ensure that the surface on which the repeater is placed, the mounting location, and the

support poles are sufficiently strong.

z When mounting the repeater on support poles, such as a BS antenna stand, take

precautions to avoid the wires becoming a tripping hazard.

z Do not locate the repeater in a location that is subject to vibration and shock. If the repeater

falls or topples, injury may result.

Please comply with the following requirements regarding drip-proof caps and received power monitor terminals.

Strict

compliance

Strict

compliance

Earth

connection

Earth

connection

Strict

compliance

Strict

compliance

z Do not insert, wedge, or drop water or foreign objects into the repeater. Doing so may result

in fire, electric shock, or product failure.

z Turn the drip-proof cap until it meets firmly with the base. Failure to do so might allow

moisture in and cause a short or improper insulation, or fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z When opening the lid of the received power monitor terminal, first make sure that water or

foreign objects are not going to get inside the repeater. Once you have finished directional adjustments, firmly close the lid and tighten the bolts. If the lid is not closed properly, moisture may be allowed in, causing a short or improper insulation, or fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

Periodically check that the bolts are still tight.

z If the metal mounting bracket bolts or earth terminal bolts become loose, the repeater and

grounding wire may drop or fall, causing injury.

Always install an earth connection.

z Securely attach the grounding wire to the earth terminal and be sure to connect the ground

before use. Failure to connect such equipment might cause electric shock or equipment failure.

Ground both ends of STP cables.

z When using STP (shielded twisted pair) cables for the LAN cable, install a shielded RJ-45

connector at both ends of the STP cable and ground them appropriately through the repeater or PoE power supply equipment. If you cannot ground the cables through the PoE power supply equipment, peel back the STP cable coating and properly ground the cable by connecting a grounding wire to the drain wire or aluminum foil shield. Failure to connect such equipment might cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

If you do not have advanced knowledge of installations, or if you must install the repeater in a high or dangerous place, ask a tradesman to perform the work.

z Installing on a roof, wall, or the outside of a high veranda puts you at risk of slipping and falling. z Installations near electrical wires are also dangerous due to the risk of electric shock.

When using this product, follow the correct procedures in accordance with the user's manuals for the PoE power supply equipment, PCs, and LAN devices that you are using.

z Comply with the warnings and cautions listed in the user's manuals from each equipment

provider and use the correct procedures. Incorrect use of equipment can result in personal injury and damage to property.

Please comply with the following requirements regarding installation.

Strict

compliance

Strict

compliance

Caution

Prohibited

z Do not install in a location with poor ventilation. Do not cover the equipment with cloth, or

place it on thick carpet or bedding, or in close contact with a wall or furniture, in such a way that obstructs natural ventilation. Excess heat might cause fire or electric shock.

z Do not install in an environment that has corrosive gases. Doing so might cause device

failure.

z Do not block the air pressure adjustment hole. Doing so might cause device failure. z Route LAN cables appropriately. Tripping over LAN cables can cause equipment to fall or

topple and may result in injury. It may also cause failure or the loss of important data in connected equipment. Take the appropriate care when connecting and installing equipment.

z Do not leave or place heavy objects on top of the repeater. If objects fall or topple, injury

may result. If the repeater becomes deformed under heavy weight and internal components are damaged, this may cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z Do not apply unnecessary stress to the repeater. Do not let it hang and do not hang items

from it. If it topples, injury may result.

z When installing equipment, use the provided metal mounting brackets and bolts. Using other

brackets and bolts may cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z When moving the equipment, first remove the LAN cables and check that the grounding wire

has been removed. If cables are damaged, they may cause fire or electric shock.

z When cutting and swaging LAN cables and working with them, protect your body using

protective glasses and gloves. Cable core, drain wires, and aluminum foil shield can cause injuries.

Always use the repeater with the power supply on.

z If this repeater is installed outdoors, always use it with the power supply on to avoid internal

condensation. Only turn the power supply off if it is not going to be used for an extended period.

Be very careful not to drop the repeater or any components.

z Dropping the repeater or components may cause death or injury to those below, or damage

any objects below the installation area.

z When installing the equipment, mount and install it securely so that it does not fall under its

own weight. Failure to do so might cause injury.

z Use additional installation materials, such as mounting poles and brackets, if required to

strengthen the installation.

Turn off the power supply when performing maintenance.

z When performing maintenance, always disconnect the power supply from the PoE power

supply equipment for your safety.

Caution

Care Instructions

Please pay attention to the following when using the equipment.

z Do not drop or throw the equipment or expose it to shock. z Do not keep the equipment in a damp, dusty, or hot place. z Do not wipe the equipment with solvents such as benzine or thinners.

Doing so may remove or deteriorate the coating. If the equipment is very dirty, firmly wring out a soft cloth dampened with water, or detergent diluted in water, and remove the dirt. Then wipe it with a dry cloth. When using a chemically-treated dust cloth, use it according to the directions.

z Remove any snow or icicles that attach to the repeater antenna as a result of snowfall. Failure to do so

may cause deterioration in the communication properties.

Please be advised of the following points regarding wireless.

z The communication speed for wireless connections may be slower than when a LAN cable is connected. z The wireless link speed and wireless line speed indicate the maximum speed in the wireless link. The

actual speed may vary depending on the usage environment and connected devices.

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Contents

For safe and correct operation ...................................................1

1. Read First.................................................................................10

1-1 Target audience .................................................................................................................................... 10

1-2 Overview of this product ....................................................................................................................... 10

1-3 Features ............................................................................................................................................... 10

1-4 Included items .......................................................................................................................................11

1-5 Other items that you will need .............................................................................................................. 12

1-6 Required tools ...................................................................................................................................... 13

1-7 Part names and descriptions for the main unit ..................................................................................... 14

1-8 Antenna directivity ................................................................................................................................ 15

1-9 Connection configuration...................................................................................................................... 16

2. Turning Power On/Off...............................................................17

2-1 Turning power on.................................................................................................................................. 17

2-2 Turning power off.................................................................................................................................. 17

3. Installation/Connection/Setup...................................................18

3-1 Steps for installing/connecting .............................................................................................................. 18

3-2 Checking the interval of the wireless section........................................................................................ 19

3-3 Setting up from a PC ............................................................................................................................ 19

3-4 Prepare for installation.......................................................................................................................... 23

3-5 Installing ............................................................................................................................................... 26

3-6 Connecting to a LAN device ................................................................................................................. 37

3-7 Checking the wireless status ................................................................................................................ 38

4. Performing Maintenance From a Web Browser .......................39

4-1 Logging in to the web maintenance window......................................................................................... 39

4-2 Configuring basic wireless and LAN settings ....................................................................................... 40

4-3 Configuring TELNET ............................................................................................................................ 42

4-4 Configuring SNMP................................................................................................................................ 43

4-5 Configuring advanced wireless and LAN settings ................................................................................ 44

4-6 Checking the device status................................................................................................................... 46

4-7 Checking the wireless status ................................................................................................................ 47

4-8 Checking the LAN status ...................................................................................................................... 49

4-9 Displaying a log .................................................................................................................................... 50

4-10 Displaying the interference wave........................................................................................................ 50

4-11 Changing login information ................................................................................................................. 51

4-12 Setting the time................................................................................................................................... 51

4-13 Configuring SYSLOG ......................................................................................................................... 52

4-14 Managing settings .............................................................................................................................. 53

4-15 Updating firmware .............................................................................................................................. 54

4-16 Saving settings ................................................................................................................................... 55

4-17 Restarting ........................................................................................................................................... 55

4-18 Reconnecting wireless connection ..................................................................................................... 56

4-19 Changing the display language .......................................................................................................... 56

Contents

5. Performing Maintenance From TELNET ..................................57

5-1 How to perform operations using TELNET........................................................................................... 57

5-2 List of commands ................................................................................................................................. 59

5-3 Help ...................................................................................................................................................... 60

5-4 Device settings ..................................................................................................................................... 61

5-5 IP communication-related settings........................................................................................................ 64

5-6 Wireless-related settings ...................................................................................................................... 66

5-7 Web maintenance settings ................................................................................................................... 68

5-8 SNMP settings...................................................................................................................................... 69

5-9 Operations............................................................................................................................................ 72

5-10 Viewing............................................................................................................................................... 75

6. Performing Maintenance From SNMP Manager ......................76

6-1 Supported MIB...................................................................................................................................... 76

6-2 Standard MIB........................................................................................................................................ 80

6-3 Private MIB........................................................................................................................................... 82

6-4 Supported traps.................................................................................................................................... 86

7. Appendix...................................................................................87

7-1 Product specifications........................................................................................................................... 87

7-2 External view ........................................................................................................................................ 89

7-3 Wireless channel numbers ................................................................................................................... 90

7-4 Log details ............................................................................................................................................ 91

7-5 Abnormal operations............................................................................................................................. 93

7-6 Contact information (Customer repair desk)....................................................................................... 101

7-7 Method of disposal ............................................................................................................................. 101

7-8 Example of RJ-45 connector connection............................................................................................ 101

7-9 List of default settings......................................................................................................................... 102

1. Read First 1-1 Target audience

1. Read First

This manual is the user's manual that explains how to use SINELINK 24G. To ensure proper use, please read this manual before using this product.

Target audience

1-1 The installation, maintenance, or removal of data communication systems requires qualified, experienced

engineers. This manual is designed for such engineers with a working knowledge of LAN, TCP/IP, SNMP, and web browsers.

Overview of this product

1-2 SINELINK 24G is a 24GHz data communication system capable of a maximum throughput of 95Mbps on one

side. It uses wireless data communication lines that make it easy to build a high-speed communication system between sites in areas where it is difficult to lay wired lines.

Features

1-3 (1) Wireless Link Speed Up to 150Mbps

1 A wireless link speed of up to 150Mbps 2 Throughput of up to 95Mbps, suitable for high capacity data distribution such as high-definition and MPEGs.

Also allows for two-way 59Mbps <-> 59Mbps communication, sufficient for multimedia image transmissions

(2) 24GHz band communication with minimal interference

1 A carrier sense function that achieves stable line quality by not using channels with interference

(3) High security

1 In addition to unique private wireless protocol, all data is scrambled 2 A pencil beam antenna that does not spread electro-magnetic waves (half value angle 3˚)

(4) Simple installation

1 Compact/light weight (approx. 29 x 29 x 7 cm, approx. 3.5 kg), built-in antenna 2 Directional adjustments can be made by sight using a simple scope

In addition, directional adjustments can be made while checking the receive level with a commercially-available digital multimeter.

3 Device settings and open checks can be performed easily from a web browser on a PC. 4 The rainproof construction allows for outdoor installation

*1: The repeater cannot perform communication if the opposed device cannot penetrate through the

installation environment. You are responsible for carrying out installation work.

1. Read First 1-4 Included items

1-4

Included items

Before commencing the installation, check that you have all of the included items. If anything is missing, contact the store or representative that you purchased the equipment from.

Included items

 SINELINK 24G (main unit x 1)

(Approx. 29 x 29 x 7 cm, approx. 3.5kg)

The metal mounting bracket and antenna adjustment scope have already been attached to the main unit.

 Drip-proof cap (1 set)

 User's manual CD-ROM (1)

Content

 RJ45 Connectors (1)

(Shielded RJ-45 connectors)

Tyco Electronics AMP 5-569530-3

* Use the included shielded RJ-45 connector with the drip-proof cap. * PoE power supply, LAN cables, and grounding wires are not included.

 Electronic manual (this manual)  MIB definition file

 Certificate of Warranty (1)

Certificate of warranty

1. Read First 1-5 Other items that you will need

1-5

Other items that you will need

Please purchase the following items as required.



LAN cable

(1) Category 5 or higher A maximum length of 100m from the switching hub to this product. (2) A maximum diameter of φ5.0 to 6.5mm. (3) A cable with a single-wire core.

If you are using a twisted-wire LAN cable, use the RJ-45 connector for twisted wire (sold separately).

(4) Eight core wires (four sets).

When supplying power through a signal core from a switching hub with a built-in PoE power supply function, you can have four core wires (two pairs).

(5) When installing the equipment outdoors, use an outdoor STP cable (shielded twisted-pair cable) that

is water-proof and resistant to ultraviolet rays. [Proven equipment]

 Nippon Seisen Cable Ltd. 0.5-4P NSEDT-SO

Wire diameter: Approx. 0.5mm (24 AWG or equivalent) Number of pairs: 4P Outer coating material: polyvinyl chloride (PVC) Standard outer diameter: Approx. 6.5mm Min. bend radius: 50mm Temperature range during construction: -10 to +50˚C Temperature range during operation:



PoE power supply equipment

IEEE802.3af-compliant PoE (Power over Ethernet) power supply equipment. There are two types of PoE devices. These are the PoE power supply adapter and the switching hub with a built-in PoE power supply function.

If you are using a STP cable, ground it through a PoE power supply device. If you cannot ground the cables through the PoE power supply equipment, peel back the STP cable coating and properly ground the cable by connecting a grounding wire to the drain wire or aluminum foil shield.



Noise filters and uninterruptible power supply equipment

If there is a lot of noise in the power line that is connected to the PoE power supply, we recommend that you install a noise filter or uninterruptible power supply.



Switching hub

100BASE-TX (100Mbps full duplex) supported.



Grounding wire

Use a grounding wire.



Surge protector

Use surge protectors as needed when connecting between outdoors and indoors.



PC for configuration

Use a configuration PC to set up this product and check operations. Use the specified operating system and web browser to ensure proper use. If you use an OS or web browser other than those specified,

the system may not operate properly during display, login, and setup.

(1) OS: Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 (2) Web browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or higher (3) Set the web browser to "Do not dial" and set Java

(4) Turn off the firewall for the OS and your security software.

-20 to +60˚C

Script (Allow paste operations via Java applet script, Active script, script) to "Enabled."

1. Read First 1-6 Required tools

1-6

Required tools

You will need the following tools to install this product. If you do not already have these tools, please purchase them separately.

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RJ45 crimping tool



Phillips head screwdriver No. 2 (or M5)



Torque wr e n ch (for the M6 metal mounting bracket bolts)



LAN cable qualification tester



Vinyl tape, self-adhesive tape



Binoculars



Monitor cable (Optional items available from Hitachi Kokusai Electric)

Product name: SL-monitor cable Model: HP5-010601



Torque wr e n ch (Size 3mm for M4 hexagon socket bolts)



Digital multimeter



Recommended product (1) Tyco Electronics AMP 2-231652-1 (2) IDEAL 30-521



Use during installation.



Use during installation. We recommend that you use a tool with torque control.



Use to check the quality of LAN cables swaged to wires and the RJ-45 connectors. Poor swages cannot be detected through a conduction check. Use a LAN cable qualification tester that is capable of verifying the quality of a 100BASE-TX cable.

Recommended product (1) Fluke CIQ-100



If installing outdoors, wrap the tape around the drip-proof cap.



Use if the opposed device is a long way away and the installation location is not visible.



Use to adjust the antenna direction when monitoring the receive level. Use this cable to connect the received power monitor terminal and the digital multimeter.



Use to open and close the lid of the received power monitor terminal. We recommend that you use a tool with torque control.



Use to adjust the antenna direction when monitoring the receive level. DC: 0 to 3.3V Accuracy: Use a meter that can measure at 1.5%.

1. Read First 1-7 Part names and descriptions for the main unit

1-7

Part names and descriptions for the main unit

(a) (b) (c) (d) (b) (d) (e) (g) (f) (h)

Name Description

(a) Antenna Electromagnetic waves are emitted from the antenna

surface. Install the antenna facing the opposed device. The antenna face is AES resin (water-repellent)

(b) Antenna adjustment scope Look through the scope hole to adjust the direction of this

product. ABS resin (no coating)

reverse-side lid

(d) Metal mounting bracket Attach this product to the mounting pole.

(e) Air pressure adjustment hole Maintain a rainproof construction and adjust the

(f) LAN cable connector Connect the LAN cable.

(g)

Earth terminal (FG) Connect the grounding wire.

(h) Received power monitor

terminal

The internal temperature escapes into the atmosphere. Aluminum die cast (coated)

You can use a mounting pole with an outer diameter of 25 to 2.01in. Stainless (not coated)

atmospheric pressure inside this product.

When installing the equipment outdoors, connect the outdoors LAN cable with the drip-proof cap attached.

Connect the monitor cable. The lid is aluminum die cast (coated)

1. Read First 1-8 Antenna directivity

1-8

Antenna directivity

To make communication as stable as possible when there is a opposed device, the antenna is directed within a 0.5˚ cone to the left, right, up, and down from a line perpendicular to the surface of the antenna. When the distance to the opposed device is 1km, 0.5˚ creates a circle with an 8.7m radius.

Antenna directivity Horizontal direction ±0.5˚

Vertical direction ±0.5˚

Antenna pattern

-5

-10

-15

-20

-25

Gain(dB)

-30

-35

-40

-45

-50

-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 Angle(degree)

-1

-2

-3

-4

Gain(dB)

-5

-6

-7

-8

-2 -1 0 1 2

Most stable

communication

status

Range of half value

Angle(degree)

1. Read First 1-9 Connection configuration

1-9

Connection configuration

The connection configuration for this product is as follows.

 Connection configuration example 1

Example using a PoE power supply adapter

Indoor installation

Indoor/outdoor installation PoE power Switching supply adapter hub (5) (1) (2) (3)

(6) (4)

Earth PC for configuration,

Opposed device This device Earth connect to a LAN device

 Connection configuration example 2

Example using a switching hub with built-in PoE power supply function

Indoor installation Indoor/outdoor installation Switching hub with built-in PoE power supply function (5) (1) (2) (6)

(4)

PC for configuration

Opposed device This device Earth connect to a LAN device

(1) The minimum communication distance between the device and the opposed device is 5m. (2) Connect the PoE power supply to this product. The total cable length for (2) and (3) is up to 100m. If you

are installing this device outdoors, use an STP cable and a surge protector (sold separately) in (2) or (3).

The length of the cable for installing outside of a building must be no more than 42m. (3) Connect a PoE power supply adapter and a switching hub. (4) Configure grounding for this product (earth terminal) using a grounding wire. Install the earth wire in

accordance with NFPA70 regulations. (5) Use a switching hub that supports 100Mbps full duplex communication. (6) Ground the STP cable in (2) through a PoE power supply device. If you cannot ground the cables

through the PoE power supply equipment, peel back the STP cable coating and properly ground the

cable by connecting a grounding wire to the drain wire or aluminum foil shield.

In addition, implement potential equalization for the grounding in (4), (6), and the surge protector.

* The connection configuration may vary depending on the conditions such as the devices that you are

using and the installation location. * If there is a lot of noise in the power line that is connected to the PoE power supply, we recommend that

you install a noise filter or uninterruptible power supply.

2. Turning Power On/Off 2-1 Turning power on

2. Turning Power On/Off

Caution

Be careful of the followings when connecting or disconnecting a LAN cable.

z When connecting or disconnecting a LAN cable, first disconnect the PoE power supply equipment or turn

off the power supply. Failure to do so might cause electric shock.

Turning power on

2-1 To turn the power on, connect an IEEE802.3af-compliant PoE power supply using a LAN cable.

Check the lamp on the PoE power supply to confirm that power is being supplied to this product. Follow the correct procedure to turn on the power for the PoE power supply, in accordance with the user's manual that comes with each device.

Turning power off

2-2 To turn the power off, disconnect the LAN cable from the IEEE802.3af-compliant PoE power supply.

Follow the correct procedure to turn off the power for the PoE power supply, in accordance with the user's manual that comes with each device. To turn the power on/off, wait several seconds.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-1 Steps for installing/connecting

3. Installation/Connection/Setup

3-1 Steps for installing/connecting

This section explains the steps from installing this product to connecting with LAN devices.

Check the interval of the wireless section

adequate based on the annual rate of operation that is

Check whether the interval of the wireless section is

expected for the wireless circuit.

Setup from a PC

Configure this product's settings using a

web browser on a PC. (1) Prepare the settings environment (2) Change the IP address of the configuration PC (3) Configure this product's settings from the

configuration PC

Prepare for installation

In an indoor work area, prepare for the

installation of this product.

(1) Check the orientation of the metal mounting bracket (2) Install the drip-proof cap on the LAN cable

Install

Mount this product on a pole or others.

(1) Install the mounting pole (2) Wire the cables (3) Mount this product (4) Adjust the direction with a scope (5) If necessary, use the monitor cable to make fine

adjustments

(6) Attach the metal mounting bracket

Connect to a LAN device

Connect this product to a LAN device.

Check the wireless status

Use a web browser on a PC to

check the wireless status for this product

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-2 Checking the interval of the wireless section

3-2

Checking the interval of the wireless section

When performing wireless communication outdoors, there is a possibility that the wireless circuit will get disconnected as a result of attenuation from rain. The longer the interval of the wireless section, the greater the impact from rain. Thus, the interval that you can install is limited by the annual rate of operation that you want from the wireless circuit.

Setting up from a PC

3-3 Prepare the configuration environment and configure the settings for this product from a web browser on the

configuration PC.

(1) Prepare the settings environment Connect the PoE power supply device, switching hub, configuration PC, and this product with LAN cables. For information on the connection configuration and how to turn on the power, refer to "1-5 Other items that you will need," "1-9 Connection configuration," and "2-1 Turning power on." Check the following information to see if your PC has the appropriate environment for setting up this product.

z PoE power supply equipment

 Supplying power to this product.

z LAN cables

 The total cable length from this product to the switching hub is not more than 100m.  The LAN cables from this product to the switching hubs are all straight cables.

(If the switching hub supports Auto MDI/MDI-X, you can also connect using a cross cable.)

z Switching hub

 100BASE-TX (100Mbps full duplex) or equivalent.  The setting for the connection port for connecting to this product is auto negotiation or 100Mbps full

duplex fixed. This product supports auto negotiation. If connected devices do not support auto negotiation, link up using 100Mbps full duplex.

 The connection port for connecting with this product is linked up at 100Mbps full duplex.  The connection port for connecting with the configuration PC is linked up.

z PC for configuration

 The connection port for connecting with the switching hub is linked up.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-3 Setting up from a PC

(2) Change the IP address of the configuration PC When this product is shipped, the IP address is set to 192.168.0.202 and the subnet mask is set to

255.255.255.0.

Change the IP address and subnet mask for the configuration PC to the following values.

IP address 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.254

(excluding 192.168.0.202)

Subnet mask 255.255.255.0

To take multiple SINELINK units with factory default settings and set them up in a series, first connect the configuration PC to the PoE power supply device, and then connect this product unit and PoE power supply device that you want to configure. If you connect this product to the configuration PC after you have current flowing to the unit, the ARP tables will not be updated and you may not be able to perform maintenance work on this product.

(3) Configure this product's settings from the configuration PC Configure the settings so that the opposed device can be communicated with wirelessly through a web browser. Configure the settings for the main device and the opposed device.

Open the web browser and enter the IP

address for this product in the address bar to connect. The default IP address is 192.168.0.202.

Enter a user name and leave the

password blank to connect.  The default user name is

"administrator".

 A default password is not set. Make

sure that you set up a password later.

The main page is displayed.

In the web maintenance window, a menu is displayed on the left side and information is displayed on the right side.

Menu display Information display

On the menu, click "Wireless and LAN

Configuration".

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-3 Setting up from a PC

Enter the following settings.

For details, refer to "4-2 Configuring basic wireless and LAN settings."

Device Name

Enter the name of the main unit.

Operation Mode

Enter Master (primary station) or Slave (tributary station).

Link ID

Enter the same strings as these on the opposed device.

Opposed

wireless communication

Operation

Mode

Link ID

(Example)

[For preventing interference] Set a different Link ID for each Master and Slave pair. To ensure security, change the default ID.

If you set the same Link ID for multiple pairs, normal communication may not be possible (unable to communicate, pair combinations not acknowledged correctly, or unstable communication).

Master Slave

ABCDEF ABCDEF

IP address Subnet mask Default gateway VLAN tag Priority VID

Make suitable entries for your LAN environment into "IP Address". If you make invalid entries, you cannot perform maintenance communication with this product.

Enter every setting, and then click the

"Apply" button.

* The entered values are samples.

Click the "Apply" button in each setup page. If you open another page without clicking the "Apply" button, the entered information is not saved and will be lost.

Click "OK" to set up this product.

On the menu, click the "Save" button.

The current settings information is saved to the internal flash memory. The settings remain in the flash memory even after the power is turned off.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-3 Setting up from a PC

Click "OK" to save the settings information.

On the menu, click the "Restart" button.

Click "OK" to restart this product.

After restarting this product, check the settings and remove the LAN cable from this product.

Turn off the power supply from the PoE power supply device and disconnect the LAN cable.

If you are storing or shipping this product after you have unpacked it, wrap it in a vinyl sheet and protect the LAN cable connector from dust and foreign particles. Otherwise, they can cause a poor good contact with the LAN cable.

It takes approximately 30 seconds to restart.

After you have restarted, close the web browser.

Change the IP address for the configuration PC to an address that can communicate with the IP address set in this product.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-4 Prepare for installation

3-4

Prepare for installation

(1) Check the orientation of the metal mounting bracket

Check the orientation of the metal mounting bracket

On the back of the antenna there is a "V" symbol and an "H" symbol. When the unit is shipped from the factory, the "V" symbol is at the top.

The antenna is vertically polarized when the "V" symbol is put at the top or bottom. If you put the "H" symbol at the top or bottom, the antenna becomes horizontally polarized.

The symbol at the top/bottom needs to be the same as the opposed device. If they are different, they will not be able to communicate properly.

Put the H symbol at the top/bottom in the following situations.

 If there are no open wireless channels in vertical polarization and you want to use horizontal

polarization.

 SINELINK pairs have been installed side-by-side in close proximity and you are concerned

about radio wave interference.

When putting the H symbol at the top or bottom, remove the four M6 nuts for the metal mounting

bracket on the back of the main unit (back of the antenna). Rotate the metal mounting bracket 90˚ anti-clockwise and tighten the M6 nuts. The torque for tightening the M6 nuts is 5.59 to 6.66 [Nm] (57 to 68 [kgfcm]).

“V”

“H”

Attach with four M6 bolts

[Items to check]

 The same symbol (V or H) is at the top or bottom on the main device and the opposed device.  The M6 nuts have been tightened with a torque of 5.59 to 6.66 [Nm] (57 to 68 [kgfcm]).

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-4 Prepare for installation

(2) Install the drip-proof cap on the LAN cable

Caution

Be careful of the following point when working with LAN cables.

z When cutting and swaging LAN cables and working with them,

protect your body using protective glasses and gloves. Cable core, drain wires, and aluminum foil shield can cause injuries.

Slide the cap and the base nut over the

cable.

Strip the coating from the LAN cable and

cut it off. Be careful not to cut the aluminum foil shield.

Coating

Aluminum foil shield

Approx. 16mm

* The construction of the cable may vary depending on the type of cable that you are using. Usually, aluminum foil shields, insulating films, and drain wires are used in STP cables but not in UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cables.

Find the overlapping part of the aluminum

foil shield and separate the aluminum foil shield from the insulating film. Be careful not to tear the aluminum foil shield.

Coating Aluminum foil shield

Drain wire

Insulating film

Fold the aluminum foil shield back over

the coating. Wrap it so that it is smooth around the coating.

Coating Aluminum foil shield

Drain wire

Insulating film

Cut the aluminum foil shield so that it is

even.

Firmly bend the drain wire back from the cable to the aluminum foil shield so that it lays diagonally across the foil. Cut it to the same length as the aluminum foil shield.

Aluminum foil shield Drain wire

Insulating film

Approx. 10mm

Peel back the insulating film and line the

core up with the RJ45 connection. For information on lining up the core, refer to "7-8 Example of RJ45 connector connection”.

Coating

Drain wire Aluminum foil shield

Approx. 10mm

Approx. 15mm

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-4 Prepare for installation

Insert the cable into the shielded RJ-45

connector. Push it in until the core meets the tip of the RJ-45 connector and the coating meets with the step inside the RJ-45 connector.

Make sure that the drain wire is in contact with the shielded part at the top, inside of the RJ-45 connector. If the contact with the shielded part inside the shielded RJ-45 connector is bad, the cable will not be grounded.

Aluminum foil shield

Drain wire

Coating

Drain wire makes contact Core

Push the coating Insert the entire In until it touches core until it the step inside reaches the end the connector

Confirm that the step in 1 above has been

completed properly.

Before crimping, confirm again that the drip-proof cap has been slid onto the cable.

Drip-proof cap

Crimp the shielded RJ-45 connector.

Look at the shielded RJ-45 connector from the front and check that all of the connector pins have been fed through to the inside.

Not fed through to the inside

Good Bad

If the crimp is not successful, use the provided RJ-45 connector (Tyco Electronics AMP shielded RJ-45 connector 5-569530-3). If you use a different RJ-45 connector, the connection might not be drip-proof, resulting in damage to the LAN cable connector for this product.

Cut the excess aluminum foil shield and drain wire.

Cut the aluminum foil shield Cut the drain wire

Pull the shielded RJ-45 connector into the drip-proof cap.

Tighten the base nut. To make the connection drip-proof, tighten the nut until it no longer turns.

Stick on the gasket.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-5 Installing

3-5

Installing

Once you have configured all of the settings through a web browser and completed preparations for installation, wire the cables and mount this product on the mounting pole.

Points of caution regarding the installation location and the mounting pole

 The metal mounting bracket is suitable for a mounting pole of φ25 to 51mm.  Use a mounting pole that is sufficiently strong and install it securely at the installation location. Any

movement, breaking or bending of the pole will result in unstable or terminated wireless communication.

 Do not install this product in a location that cannot be penetrated by the opposed device.

Wireless communication is not possible in an environment in which the electromagnetic waves are shielded.

 Do not install this product in a location where shielding objects, such as people or other objects will pass

between it and the opposed device. Doing so will result in unstable wireless communication or disconnections.

 Do not mount this product on a mounting pole that is subject to vibration or shock. Doing so might cause

device failure. If you are installing in a location that is subject to vibration or shock, purchase a mounting pole that has adequate vibration and shock absorption and mount this product on that mounting pole.

Example of indoor installation

When performing a simple indoor installation close to a window, mount this product on a mounting pole such as a BS antenna stand.

Example of a BS antenna stand Yagi Antenna BS stand (BS-ST1B)

Install the stand securely so that it does not move or fall over.

Warning

Install the repeater in a secure and stable location.

z Installing the repeater in an unstable rack or on an incline may

cause the repeater to fall or topple, resulting in injury.

z Ensure that the surface on which the repeater is placed, the

mounting location, and the support poles are sufficiently strong.

z When mounting the repeater on support poles, such as a BS

antenna stand, take precautions to avoid the wires becoming a tripping hazard.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-5 Installing

Example of outdoor installation

When installing outdoors, mount this product on the appropriate type of mounting pole, such as a veranda/wall metal mounting bracket or roof mount.

Exam ple o f a veranda installat ion

Warning

Please be careful of the following points regarding the installation of this product outdoors.

z Do not perform installation work during bad weather (such as

strong winds). Wind may blow over components and result in injury or damage. Slippery conditions from rain and snow may cause you to fall over and sustain injuries.

z Do not install the repeater in an area in which lightning may

strike. Doing so might cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z When routing LAN cables indoors, use surge protectors (sold

separately). Failure to connect such equipment might cause fire, electric shock, or equipment failure.

z If you are installing the repeater on a balcony, consult a builder

to ensure that the veranda is strong enough. If it is not strong enough, the balcony may break, or the repeater may fall, resulting in injury.

z Ensure that the installation location and support poles are

sufficiently strong.

Do not install or use the repeater in a location that might result in fire or explosion.

z Using the repeater in a location that is exposed to dust or

flammable gases, such as propane gas or gasoline, may result in an explosion or fire. Do not install or use the repeater in a location that might result in fire or explosion.

3. Installation/Connection/Setup 3-5 Installing

(1) Install the mounting pole

Select the installation location for the

mounting pole.

[Items to check regarding the installation location]

 The mounting pole can be firmly

installed.

 There is an unobstructed path to the

opposed device.

 Screening objects, such as people or

other objects, do not pass between the installation location and the opposed device.

 If you are using propagation off the

sea or a lake, install the pole as high as possible. This will reduce water surface reflection.

 There are no flammable or corrosive

gases in the surrounding area.

Prepare the mounting pole that you will

use for installing this product.

You can use a mounting pole of φ25 to 51mm. We recommend that you use a mounting pole of approximately 700mm in length for outdoor installations and 450mm in length for indoor installations.

Install the mounting pole in a vertical

orientation.

Securely install the mounting pole in the installation location and shake it to see if it is strong enough.

Check whether there is enough space to look through the antenna adjustment scope. Do not install the repeater on a pole if you are unable to look through the scope. If you cannot see into the scope, replace the pole with one that does allow you to see.

22cm or more

(2) Wire the cables

Wire the LAN cable with the drip-proof

cap that was prepared in "3-4 Prepare for installation", and the grounding wire, to this product.

Wire the LAN cable and grounding wire with enough length to reach the installation location for this product with some length to spare. Route the LAN cable so that there is no tension on the cable and connectors.

Install the shielded RJ-45 connector on

the LAN device end of the LAN cable.

Follow the same procedure that you used to install the shielded RJ-45 connector on this product end. Refer to steps 2 to 7 in "3-4 (2) Install the drip-proof cap on the LAN cable”.

Line the core up with the RJ45 connection. For information on lining up the core, refer to "7-8 Example of RJ-45 connector connection”.

Drain wire Aluminum

Approx. 10mm

Install a shielded RJ-45 connector at both ends of the STP cable and ground them appropriately through this product or PoE power supply equipment.

Drip-proof cap This product side Shielded RJ-45 connector

Coating

foil shield

15mm

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