Vivato DP2310P0001 Installation guide

DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch System

Guide

Vivato DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch

Vivato, Inc.

System Description, Configuration and

Installation Guide

Vivato, Inc.

12610 Mirabeau Pkwy, Suite 900

Spokane, WA 99216

Vivato, Mabuhay Networks, and DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch are trademarks of Vivato, Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................................................3

1.1 ABOUT THIS GUIDE ...........................................................................................................................................3

1.2 WHO SHOULD USE THIS GUIDE .........................................................................................................................3

1.3 INTERFERENCE AND EQUIPMENT LIMITS ...........................................................................................................3

1.3.1 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure............................................................................................4

1.3.2 Cautions and Warnings............................................................................................................................4

1.3.3 Table of Maximum Power Density (Worst Case) as a Function of Distance From Antenna...................4

2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION................................................................................................................................6

2.1 THE BASIC OPERATION OF THE DP 2310 WI-FI SWITCH IS AS FOLLOWS: ...........................................................6

2.2 NORMAL OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................7

2.2.1 Test Mode Operation................................................................................................................................7

2.2.2 Table of DP 2310 Transmit Duty Cycle Limits.......................................................................................7

2.3 RF POWER.........................................................................................................................................................8

2.3.1 Table of Maximum EIRP as a Function of Transmission Angle..............................................................8

2.4 SYSTEM FEATURES............................................................................................................................................8

2.4.1 Platform Models.......................................................................................................................................8

2.4.2 Additional Wireless LAN System Components.......................................................................................9

3 CONFIGURING THE DP 2310 WI-FI SWITCH..........................................................................................10

3.1 SETTING THE CHANNEL SETTINGS...................................................................................................................10

3.1.1 Table of Authorized DP 2310 Channel Settings and Frequencies .........................................................10

3.2 OTHER WIRELESS LAN SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS........................................................................................10

3.3 INSTALLATION NOTES .....................................................................................................................................11

3.3.1 Primary Tools......................................................................................................................................... 11

3.3.2 Other Equipment....................................................................................................................................11

3.3.3 Installation Site Survey..........................................................................................................................11

3.3.4 Installation Safety and Equipment Warnings.........................................................................................11

3.3.5 Mounting the DP 2310...........................................................................................................................12

3.3.6 DP 2310 Turn-on and Configuration......................................................................................................13

4 SYSTEM COMMANDS................................................................................................................................14

4.1 MAIN CONTROL MENU....................................................................................................................................14

4.1.1 DAC Control..........................................................................................................................................14

4.1.2 Test Options and Switch Status Buttons................................................................................................16

4.1.3 DAC Status ............................................................................................................................................18

4.1.4 Radio Status ...........................................................................................................................................19

TABLE OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION....................................................................................................................... 6

FIGURE 2 MAIN CONTROL MENU.......................................................................................................................15

FIGURE 3 DAC STATUS PAGE.............................................................................................................................. 18

FIGURE 4 RADIO STATUS SCREEN.....................................................................................................................20

TABLE OF APPENDICES

APPENDIX A: ACRONYM LIST.............................................................................................................................21

APPENDIX B: Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11) References ......................................................................................................22

APPENDIX C: Antenna Array Specifications ...................................................................................... .....................23

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1 Product Description

The Vivato DP2310 Wi-Fi Switch is an unlicensed (FCC Part 15) wireless device operating in the 2.4
GHz band, providing connectivity to Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b) client devices. The design of the DP2310
allows point-to-point packet transmission to client devices through a high gain, electronically steered
transmitting antenna that is integrated with the electronics into one self-contained unit. The same antenna
also functions as a high gain receiving antenna and is thus able to determine the direction to client devices
requesting association with the DP2310. The DP2310 increases the effective coverage area of Wi-Fi
networks through directed packet beams that are made possible by the high directivity of the antenna.
The extended range of the DP2310 allows the Wi-Fi network to operate at its maximum bit rate over most
of the coverage area. Increasing the bit rate in a wireless system is important because packet
transmissions are shorter in duration and thus interference is reduced to other users of the spectrum. A
focused, directive antenna has the additional benefit of reducing energy in directions other than towards
the intended receiver.

1.1 About this Guide

This guide provides a system technical description and overview of the Vivato DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch. It
also describes the required technical parameters, installation specifics, warnings, and configuration steps
necessary for installation by a qualified Vivato, Inc. technician. Adherence to the installation parameters
described in this guide is essential for compliance with current FCC rules and regulations. It is not the
intention of this guide to describe all the necessary installation facets for configuring client,
authentication, and security functions. This installation guide is intended for use by a qualified Vivato
installation technician.

1.2 Who Should Use this Guide

The Vivato DP2310 Wi-Fi Switch has not been and will not be marketed, distributed, and/or sold to the
general public. The Vivato DP2310 Wi-Fi Switch will be sold through a Vivato-specified sales channel
of experienced re-sellers. This product will be sold to business customers only and installed by qualified,
Vivato trained personnel. This document is intended for use by a qualified, Vivato trained technician to
install the DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch.

1.3 Interference and Equipment Limits

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
As such, operation of this equipment may not cause harmful interference and this equipment must accept
any interference received including interference that may cause undesired performance.

This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference. Contact Vivato personnel if
interference is detected.

Note:
Warning

This Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this
frequency when using the listed equipment. Vivato, Inc. is not responsible for any interference caused by
unauthorized modification or configuration programming of this device or by the substitution or
attachment of antennas or equipment other than that specified by Vivato, Inc. Violations of these
conditions will void the user's authority to operate this device. This device must not be co-located with
other transmitters and antennas.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B 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 residential environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and radiates radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur. If this equipment does cause 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 the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiv ing antenna.

• Increase separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

1.3.1 Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure

The DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found to be compliant
to the requirements set forth in CFR 47 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency
devices. The equipment must be positioned not less than 2m from your body or nearby persons. This
distance must be maintained in order to ensure compliance with RF exposure requirements.

1.3.2 Cautions and Warnings

CAUTION: The radiated output power of this product meets with FCC radio frequency (RF)

exposure limits. However, this equipment should be used in such a manner as to minimize the
potential for human exposure. Table 1.3.3 lists the radiated RF energy characteristics of the DP
2310 Wi-Fi Switch.

1.3.3 Table of Maximum Power Density (Worst Case) as a Function of Distance From Antenna

Distance from Antenna

20 cm 17.4 mW -3.3 1.49 uW/cm

Total Antenna

Input Power

Effective

Antenna Gain

Power Density

2

1 m 17.4 mW 9.36 1.10 uW/cm2

3 m 17.4 mW 24.78 4.25 uW/cm2
10 m 17.4 mW 27.1 653 nW/cm2
30 m 17.4 mW 27.9 87.23 nW/cm2

100 m 17.4 mW 28.1 8.22 nW/cm2

Notes: 1) The directional beams from the DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch are not fully formed until greater
than 30 meters from the antenna, where conventional EIRP calculations apply. 2) The values in the
above table were computed using numerical analysis of the antenna array pattern.

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Vivato, Inc. shall not be held liable for end-user failure to comply with the following safety statements:

• Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive

environment.

• Do not work on the system, connect, or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity.

• This product relies on the building's electrical installation for short-circuit (over current)

protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A is used on the
phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).

• Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source.

• The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the local

codes, the national codes, and the safety directors of such environments.

Note: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Vivato, Inc. will void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.

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2 System Description

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Figure 1 System Description

2.1 The basic operation of the DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch is as follows:

The DP 2310 uses only a mains (AC) power and an Ethernet as wired connections under normal
operation. It has provisions for a keyboard, monitor, and mouse to be connected for servicing and
configuration. The DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch is designed to communicate bidirectionally (RX/TX) with
conventional 802.11b client devices. The connection to these client devices is through an RF link.

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2.2 Normal Operation

During normal operation, the DP 2310 Wi-Fi switch provides connectivity between a wired Ethernet
connection and a computer or client unit equipped with an 802.11b Wi-Fi NIC card. This client unit can
be located at a distance from the switch with a link being maintained by a bidirectional RF connection
that obeys the 802.11b wireless protocol.

The DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch uses a directional antenna array to listen (receive) simultaneously in all
directions within its field of view. Upon the reception of a signal from the client, the DP 2310 Wi-Fi
Switch determines the client’s signal direction of arrival and stores it in a memory table. All subsequent
communication with the client will use this direction. The table in memory is periodically updated. Upon
transmission, the DP 2310 Wi-Fi Switch uses this table to determine the best direction of the client unit
and configures a directional beam to transmit power in this best direction.

2.2.1 Test Mode Operation

The DP 2310 Wi-Fi switch has a test mode that allows it to transmit without an associated client. In this
mode, the antenna array transmits packets of RF energy as fast as possible in a direction, channel, and
data rate selected by the user. Power levels, frequencies, and modulation are the same as in normal
operation.

2.2.2 Table of DP 2310 Transmit Duty Cycle Limits

Typical

Maximum Duty

Cycle During

Normal

Duty Cycle

During Test Mode

Data Rate

Minimum Transmit

Duty Cycle

Maximum Transmit

Duty Cycle

Operation

1 MBPS 0% 99% 50% 99%
2 MBPS 0% 94% 47% 94%

5.5 MBPS 0% 91% 46% 91%
11 MBPS 0% 75% 38% 75%

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