Trango Systems P4900M User Manual
Ffirm
ATLAS4900
Point-to-Point
Wireless OFDM Ethernet Bridge
USER MANUAL
DRAFT
June 6, 2006
Revision xx
for Firmware 1.0
Table of Contents Trango
Table of Contents
Preface.................................................................................................................................................................. iii
FCC Information .......................................................................................................................................... iii
Warranty Information................................................................................................................................... iii
Chapter 1 Overview................................................................................................................................................1
Range vs. Throughput ....................................................................................................................................2
System Contents .............................................................................................................................................3
Location of Serial Number & MAC Address.................................................................................................3
Location of RJ-45/LED Port...........................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Getting Started .......................................................................................................................................5
Connections and Power ..................................................................................................................................5
Configuration Tools........................................................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting Ethernet Connections ..........................................................................................................6
System Information (sysinfo) Page ................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Configuration .........................................................................................................................................9
Key Concepts .................................................................................................................................................9
Essentials to Establish a Wireless Link ..........................................................................................................9
Master Unit Configuration..............................................................................................................................9
Remote Unit Configuration ..........................................................................................................................10
Establishing a Wireless Link ........................................................................................................................10
Changing IP Address....................................................................................................................................11
LEDs.............................................................................................................................................................11
RF Link Loopback Test (linktest command)................................................................................................12
Link Speed & Power Settings.......................................................................................................................12
Command Reference Listing........................................................................................................................13
Chapter 4 Deployment & Installation...................................................................................................................16
Site Selection................................................................................................................................................16
Site survey ....................................................................................................................................................16
Channel Planning..........................................................................................................................................16
RSSI Command and Antenna Alignment.....................................................................................................17
Mounting Hardware......................................................................................................................................18
Grounding.....................................................................................................................................................19
Cabling and Weather Considerations ...........................................................................................................19
Weatherizing ................................................................................................................................................19
Chapter 5 SNMP ..................................................................................................................................................20
Chapter 6 Firmware Upgrade Procedure..............................................................................................................21
Firmware File Names ...................................................................................................................................21
Firmware Upgrade Password........................................................................................................................21
Upgrade Procedure .......................................................................................................................................21
Example 1 Upgrade main image firmware to 1.0a6 ....................................................................................21
Example 2 Upgrade web firmware to 1.0a6 ................................................................................................22
Appendix A Using the HTTP Interface.........................................................................................................23
Appendix B Specifications............................................................................................................................30
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Preface
Preface
This manual covers the basic configuration and installation of the ATLAS4900 Wireless Point to Point Broadband
System, and applies to the following radio part numbers:
P4900M-INT-18 Atlas4900-INT18 point-to-point radio with integrated 18 dBi panel antenna
P4900M-INT-22 Atlas4900-INT22 point-to-point radio with integrated 22 dBi panel antenna
P4900M-EXT Atlas4900-EXT point-to-point radio with external h/v polarization antenna connectors
The ATLAS4900-INT18 and –INT22 products consist of two radios which have either internal 18 or 22 dBi antennas
with electronically selectable polarization. The –EXT radios are designed for use with external dish antennas up to +27
dBi gain. All three products contain universal power adapters and mounting hardware for a pole. This device requires
professional installation and a license.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 90 of the FCC Rules and Regulations.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in any particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
correct the interference by one of more of the following measures:
1) Reorient the antenna.
2) Increase the separation between the affected equipment and the unit.
3) Connect the affected equipment to a power outlet on a different circuit from that which the receiver is connected to.
4) Consult the dealer and/or experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC ID: NCYP4900M
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications must not be made unless under the express consent of the party
responsible for compliance. Any such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment and will
void the manufacturer’s warranty. To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, the following antenna installation and
device operating configurations must be satisfied. The antenna for this unit must be fixed and mounted on outdoor
permanent structures with a separation distance of at least two meters from all persons. Furthermore, it must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Warranty Information
Radios from Trango Broadband Wireless are warranted for one year from date of purchase. Please see
www.trangobroadband.com
Trango Broadband Wireless — Atlas-45 page iii
for a complete description of warranty coverage and limitations.
Overview
Chapter 1 Overview
The ATLAS4900 is a point-to-point (PtP) wireless Ethernet transmission system which provides network connectivity at
speeds up to 45 Mbps depending on the transmission distance and noise floor. The Atlas4900 utilizes OFDM technology
is designed for use in long range backhaul and wide area data networking applications. The Atlas system is
and
comprised of the following items:
1) P4900M-INT18, -INT22 or -EXT (user-configured as Master Unit)
2) P4900M-INT18, -INT22 or -EXT (user-configured as Remote Unit)
3) Two 24 Volt power adapters for use with 100 to 240 VAC, including various plug adapters
4) Two Power over Ethernet Junction Boxes
5) Two Port plug covers
6) Mounting hardware
The Atlas4900 system consists of two P4900M radio units and uses a common hardware/firmware platform for
each end of the wireless link. Users are required to simply specify one unit type as master unit (MU) and one unit
as remote unit (RU). The hardware consists of a high gain dual polarized panel antenna with the radio portion
integrated into a cast aluminum case on the back of the antenna, or an external dish antenna. The unit utilizes
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) and is designed for outdoor environments. The cable entry point can accommodate both
Shielded twisted pair Cat5 (STP), Unshielded twisted pair Cat5 (UTP), with the addition of conduit for tower
mounting.
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Overview
Range vs. Throughput
The following table shows approximate maximum ranges (at recommended fade margins) achievable with the
ATLAS4900 system using various antenna configurations. Longer ranges are achievable, but will result in lower
fade margins.
P4900M Examples of Range & Aggregate Throughput
Antenna 5 miles 15 miles 30 miles
Integrated 18 dBi
Flat Panel
Integrated 22 dBi
Flat Panel
External 27 dBi
Dish
32 Mbps
(9 db fade margin)
41 Mbps
(10 db fade margin)
45 Mbps
(17 db fade margin)
Line-of-sight range
6 Mbps
(14 db fade margin)
16 Mbps
(14db fade margin)
28 Mbps
(17 db fade margin)
NA
6 Mbps
(16 db fade margin)
10 Mbps
(19db fade margin)
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Overview
A
System Contents
Each ATLAS4900-INT kit consists of two P4900M-INT radios, two power-over-Ethernet (PoE) injectors, two AC
adapters, port covers, and mounting hardware. A dual-polarized integrated antenna is located behind the radome of
the P4900M-INT.
2X Radio w/ Internal Antenna
2X Mounting Brackets
2X Pole Brackets
2X U-Bolts
2X Silicone Port Plug
2X Port Plate
ATLAS4900-INT22
8X Mounting Bracket
Kepnuts
2X
Power-over-Ethernet
Injectors
2X Universal
Power Supplies
Location of Serial Number & MAC Address
The serial number and MAC address label can be found on the back of each radio. The serial number and MAC address
is also provided on the system information screen.
Trango Broadband Wireless
P4900M- INT22 Rev. A
S/N: 000001420
MAC: 00 01 DE 00 02 F2
FCC ID: NCYP4900M
Canada: XXXXXXXXXX
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES: OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT
CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERANCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT
NY INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
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Overview
Location of RJ-45/LED Port
The RJ-45 connector, diagnostic LEDs, and reset button are located at the bottom of the radio. Functionality of the LEDs
is described later in this text. The reset button resets IP address and password back to factory default. Hold the reset
button down for 5 seconds (until amber lights flash) while unit is powered on.
Reset Button
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Getting Started
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Chapter 2 Getting Started
It is recommended that you first provision and test your the radios on the bench before deploying them in the field. This is a
particularly useful exercise for the novice user.
Connections and Power
• Connect a Cat-5 (straight through) Ethernet cable (we recommend shielded twisted pair) between the ODU (out door
unit) port of the J-box and the RJ-45 connector on the radio. Note that this cable will carry power-over-Ethernet
(PoE).
• If connecting to a COMPUTER, use a Cross-Over
Ethernet port.
If connecting to a HUB, SWITCH, or ROUTER, use a Straight-Thru
• Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet.
Ethernet cable from the NET port of the J-box to the computer’s
cable.
ATLAS
MASTER UNIT OR REMOTE UNI
AC POWER
20 VDC
N E T W O R K
C O M P U TE R
O R
GROUND
C A T - 5
USE CROSS-OVER CABLE
IF TO COMPUTER
USE STRAIGHT-THRU CABLE
IF TO HUB, SWITCH, OR ROUTE
I N D IC AT E S P O W E R T O J-BOX
I N D IC ATE S P O W E R T O R ADIO
LUG
POWER SUPPLY
POWER-OVER-ETHERNE
J-BOX
VOLTMETER TEST LEADS
VOLTMETER TEST LEADS
C A T - 5
STRA I GH T- TH R U C A BL E
Both green LEDs on the J-box should be lit, indicating power is present at the Power-over-Ethernet box as well as at the radio.
You are now ready to configure the radio via the Ethernet port. The Radio Power LED may take several seconds before
lighting. The radio requires approximately 45 seconds to boot.
Configuration Tools
ATLAS4900 radios can be configured using either the Command Line Interface (CLI), or the Web Browser (HTTP) interface.
Although both methods are comprehensive and powerful, the CLI method provides slightly more functionality.
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Getting Started
This text covers configuration through the CLI. For HTTP configuration please see Appendix A.
Telnet
Open a command prompt (DOS) session on your PC. Open a Telnet session by typing:
telnet <ip address of radio>
Example:
C:>telnet 192.168.100.100
Note: All Trango radios are pre-configured at the factory with a default IP address of 192.168.100.100.
You will be greeted with current hardware and firmware information and prompted for a password. Type in the password and
press enter. The factory default read/write password is trango.
Welcome to Trango Broadband Wireless, Atlas PtP-P4900M 0p9a2D05020401
Password:
Login as read/write.
#>
Note: Type help for a listing of all CLI commands. Type help [<command>], for the syntax of a particular
command.
Note: If you cannot access the radio management functions via the Ethernet port, check all cable connections and ensure
that your PC is set up with a properly routable subnet.
Troubleshooting Ethernet Connections
If you cannot telnet into the radio or open an HTTP browser session, check your cable connections to ensure proper use
of cross-over vs. straight-through cable, and ensure your PC’s subnet is routable to the radio’s IP address.
System Information (sysinfo) Page
To display system configuration and status information type the command sysinfo.
The sysinfo screen is divided into 7 sections (0 –7)
Section Description
0 Hardware/Firmware versions & system uptime (since reboot)
1 Mac, serial number, and IP configuration information
2 Opmode, RF info, speed, and peer connection status
3 RF channel table
4 Region Code information denotes which channels and power limits are available based on region
code of the radio. Region code is set by the factory and can not be altered by the user.
5 ARQ status, encryption, Auto-rate shift, remarks, and LED RSSI function
6 Ethernet TX/RX statistics.
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Getting Started
Sysinfo Example:
#> sysinfo
********************************* 0 *********************************
[Model] P4900M
[Unit Type] MU
[Hardware Version] 0810
[Firmware Version] 0p9a2D05020401
[System Up Time] 0 day(s) 01:21:16
********************************* 1 *********************************
[MAC] 00 01 DE 1B 78 42
[S/N] 3726342210
[IP] 192.168.100.100 [Subnet Mask] 255.255.255.0 [Gateway] 0.0.0.0
********************************* 2 *********************************
[Opmode] off [Default Opmode] off
[Active Channel] 1 h [Freq] 4950 MHz
[Speed] 24 Mbps [Tx Power] 0 dBm [Power Range] -4..19 dBm
[Peer ID] DE1B7850 [Status] disconnected [RSSI] -49 dBm
[Peer IP Config] 10.254.1.3 255.255.255.248 10.254.1.1
********************************* 3 *********************************
Channel Table: (MHz, n/a: not available in current area)
[Ch#01] 4950 [Ch#02] 4955 [Ch#03] 4960 [Ch#04] 4965
[Ch#05] 4970 [Ch#06] 4975 [Ch#07] 4980 [Ch#08] 4950
[Ch#09] 4950 [Ch#10] 4950 [Ch#11] 4950 [Ch#12] 4950
[Ch#13] 4950 [Ch#14] 4950 [Ch#15] 4950 [Ch#16] 4950
[Ch#17] 4950 [Ch#18] 4950 [Ch#19] 4950 [Ch#20] 4950
[Ch#21] 4950 [Ch#22] 4950 [Ch#23] 4950 [Ch#24] 4950
********************************* 4 *********************************
[Area Code] 0
RF Band #1 (4950..4980 MHz) 8..22/22/19/18/17 dBm
********************************* 5 *********************************
[Tx MIR] 50000 Kbps
[ARQ] on
[Encrypt] off [Key] 0011 2233 4455 6677 8899 AABB CCDD EEFF
[Auto Rate Shift] off
[RSSI LED] on
[Remarks] Remarks
********************************* 6 *********************************
[Eth In] 31,117 bytes [Eth Out] 54,391 bytes
[RF In] 39,574 bytes [RF Out] 54,391 bytes
Success.
#>
To view only a particular section of the sysinfo screen, type sysinfo followed by the desired section number.
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