TP Link CPE605 Users Manual

Installation Guide

Outdoor CPE

CPE605

Contents

Overview

Package Contents

Hardware Overview

Hardware Connection

Site Consideration

Hardware Installation

Power Supply

Lightning & ESD Protection

Installer Compliance Responsibility

Software Configuration

Logging in to the PharOS

Configuration for a Typical Application

Antenna Alignment

Specifications

FAQ

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Overview

TP-Link's Pharos series outdoor CPEs are dedicated to outdoor
wireless network solutions. This guide is applicable to the product
CPE605.

Pharos CPE Center Reflector Panel Side Reflector Panels

Rear Cover Mounting Bracket

Hexagon Bolts with Wing Nut

and Washer Assemblies

(M6×79)

Mounting Bracket
(For PoE Adapter)

ST3×16 Self-tapping Screws

(Qty.2)

Passive PoE Adapter Installation Guide

D3×28 Plastic Wall Anchors

(For CPE)

Metal Strap

(Qty.2)

Protective Cap

Power Cord

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(Qty.2)

Installation Guide

Outdoor CPE

CPE0

Hardware Overview

Bottom View

Reflector Assembly

Securing Arms

Bubble Level

Rear Cover

Mounting Bracket

Metal Strap

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Panel Layout

Passive PoE Adapter

On: The wireless function is enabled.

On: A device is connected to the ETHERNET port,

but there is no activity.
Flashing: A device is connected to the

ETHERNET port and is active.

On: The CPE is powered on.

RESET

Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the CPE to
its factory defaults.

ETHERNET

The port is used to connect to the POE port of
the provided PoE adapter for both data
transmission and power supply through Ethernet
cabling.

Remote Reset

Press and hold for 5 seconds to reset the CPE
to its factory defaults.

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Power LED

On: The CPE is powered on.
Off: The CPE is Powered off.

Hardware Connection

Site Consideration

Mounting Height

Ensure a clear line of sight between the wireless devices for
optimum performance. An elevated location is recommended as
obstacles like trees, buildings and large steel structures will
weaken the wireless signal. See 'Q2' in 'FAQ' for details about
how to calculate the minimum mounting height of the devices.

Line of Sight

Side View

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Orientation

Install the CPE devices and make sure that they point towards
the devices that will receive the signal. You can orient the devices
with the help of Google Maps, GPS and some landmarks. The
horizontal bandwidth of CPE605 is 7°.

shenzhen

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Line of Sight

Horizontal

Beamwidth

B

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Hardware Installation

TERMS OF USE: TP-Link’s Pharos series outdoor CPEs must be
installed by a certified professional. Installers must abide by
local rules and regulations in terms of legal frequency channels,
output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
requirements.

1. Attach the Side Reflector Panels to the Center Reflector Panel
as follows:

a. Insert the two mounting studs on the Center Reflector

Panel into the large opening of the slots on the Side
Reflector Panel.

b. Slide the Side Reflector Panel until the mounting studs are

positioned over the narrow opening of the slots, and the top
edges of the panels should be aligned when done.

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c. Repeat step a and step b to attach the other Side Reflector

Panel.

d. (Optional) Attach the Side Reflector Panels to the Center

Reflector Panel more securely using four M2.5x8 bolts and
nuts (not provided). This is recommended if the CPE device
is exposed to extreme weather, such as strong winds.

2. Attach the Rear Cover to the reflector assembly as follows:

a. While holding the reflector assembly, align the raised edges

on the back with the Securing Arms of the Rear Cover, and
align the Snap Hooks on the Rear Cover with the slots on
the Center Reflector Panel.

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b. Attach the Rear Cover to the reflector assembly. Press upon

the Rear Cover at the four positions marked in the diagram
below in sequence until it locks into place.

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WARNING:To avoid damage, do not place the panels on a
flat surface or push down on it.

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