Wavion WBS2400 1 User Manual
WBS-2400
Metro Base Station
Installation Guide
May 2008
Note: To better reflect the value of W avion produc ts we are changing the name of our product
family from Access Points (AP) to Wireless Base Stations (WBS), consequently the existing
WS-410 product name will be changed to Wavion WBS-2400.
The new product name emphasizes the difference in architecture (Multiple Radio system) and
the value to customer, superiority in performance (coverage, capacity, indoor penetration
and immunity to interference) of Wavion WiFi base station over any other standard outdoor
WiFi access point products available in the market.
All references in Wavion's documentation to WS-410 refers also to the WBS-2400 , and vice
versa. Both products are exactly the same except for the name change.
Copyright Notice
©2006 Wavion, Inc. All rights reserved. Wavion is a registered trademark of Wavion in the
United States and certain other jurisdictions. Specifications are subject to change without
notice. Loctite is a registered trademark of Loctite Corporation, USA.
FCC Notice to Users and Operators
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provid e reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, an d 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. (If this equipment does cause interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipmen t off and on, the user
is encouraged to correct the interference by using one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving ante nna.
• Increase separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Contents
Chapter 1 ABOUT THIS GUIDE ........................................... 5
Chapter 2 INTRODUCTION .................................................7
Chapter 3 INSTALLING THE WAVION WBS-2400 METRO BASE
FCC Notice to Users and Operators ................................. 2
Preface .............................................................................. 5
Conventions ....................................................................... 5
Contacting Technical Support................................................ 6
STATION..........................................................9
Important Safety Instructions............................................. 10
Preparing for Installation.................................................... 11
Installation Hardware and Tools.................................... 11
Choosing a Location.................................................... 12
Preparing the Site....................................................... 12
Pow er Source Options ................................................. 12
Safety Precautions...................................................... 13
Mounting Strategies........................................................... 13
Using Hose Clamps............................................................ 14
Mounting on a Pole, or Streetlight ....................................... 14
Metal or Wood Pole Mounting ....................................... 15
Wood Brace Mounting.................................................. 19
Streetlight Mounting ................................................... 20
Grounding the Wavion WBS-2400 ........................................ 23
Grounding the Data Protection Device ........................... 25
Connecting Antennas......................................................... 27
Connecting Power.............................................................. 28
Connecting to AC Power (Category C)............................ 28
Connecting to Streetlight Power (Category C)................. 31
Connecting to DC Power .............................................. 32
Connecting a Data Port ...................................................... 34
Connecting Peripherals....................................................... 38
PoE Power Sourcing Power Output ................................ 39
Using a Backhaul Unit ................................................. 39
Safety Information for the Wavion WBS-2400....................... 40
Service Instructions........................................................... 41
Installation Guide
Chapter 4 POWER CONSUMPTION ..................................... 43
Chapter 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION.................................. 45
Chapter 6 ANTENNA SPECIFICATIONS AND PATTERNS ...........49
SF-245W 2.4GHz Omnidirectional Antenna..................... 50
MT_342015NV_SN_035_EL 2.4 GHz Antenna................. 50
Chapter 7 INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES ............................. 55
Power Cable ..................................................................... 56
Ethernet Cables ................................................................ 56
Lightning Protection........................................................... 56
Power Over Ethernet.......................................................... 56
Client Connectivity ............................................................ 57
Chapter 8 AC WIRING DIAGRAMS ....................................59
AC Wiring Photoelectric Power Tap....................................... 60
AC Wiring Power Cable 120VAC, 15A Plug............................. 62
Chapter 9 BACKHAUL UNIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..... 63
Chapter 10 WIND LOADING CONSIDERATIONS..................... 65
APPENDIX A: WBS-2400 PRODUCT LIST ..................... 67
ACRONYMS..............................................................69
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CHAPTER 1
About This Guide
Preface
This guide details the Wavion WBS-2400 installation procedures. The intended audience of
this document is trained technical professionals.
Conventions
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol within a triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons.
The notebook is intended to alert the user of a note containing further
information.
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About This Guide
Contacting Technical Support
For technical support, contact Wavion using these methods:
Address: Wavion Technical Support
Wavion Inc.
1190 Saratoga Avenue
San Jose, California 95129
USA
Telephone: +1-408-261-7000
Fax: +1-408-261-7001
Email:
Web: www.wavionnetworks.com
support@wavionnetworks.com
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CHAPTER 2
Introduction
The WBS-2400 is a new category of Wi-Fi Base Station designed from the ground up for
metro-Wi-Fi deployments. It is based on six antennas and radios and custom-built ASICs,
utilizes Wavion's powerful multi-ant enna signal processing technologies , and provides
significant performance gains to off-the-shelf 802.11 standards-based Wi-Fi clients.
The WBS-2400 may be mounted on streetlights or rooftops and may be easil y interfaced with
either wired internet connections, wireless mesh or backhaul equipment. Multiple power
options are provided for maximum flexibility.
Complete management of the WBS-2400 is provided through SNMP, a graphical user
interface, and SYSLOG services.
The WBS-2400 Wi-Fi Base Station uses six omni-directional antennas and beam-forming
technology in order to provide significant performance gains to off-the-shelf 802.11
standards-based Wi-Fi clients.
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Introduction
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CHAPTER 3
Installing the Wavion WBS-2400 Metro Base Station
This guide explains how to safely install the Wavion WBS-2400 Metro Base Station. The
following topics are covered in this chapter:
• Important Safety Instructions on page 10
• Preparing for Installation on page 11
• Mounting Strategies on page 13
• Using Hose Clamps on page 14
• Mounting on a Pole, or Streetlight on page 14
• Grounding the Wavion WBS-2400 on page 23
• Connecting Antennas on page 27
• Connecting Power on page 28
• Connecting a Data Port on page 34
• Connecting Peripherals on page 38
• Safety Information for the Wavion WBS-2400 on page 40
• Service Instructions on page 41
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: It is illegal to modify the construction of this product. Modifying the
operating frequency or enhancing the transmit output power through the use of
external amplifiers or other equipment is specifically disallowed by the
“Telecommunications Act.”
WARNING: This device is for outdoor or indoor use with conditions that no harmful
interference to authorized radio stations results from the operation of this device.
This device shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal
communications as defined in the “T elecommunications Act.” If this device is found to
cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease operating this device
immediately until no interference is achieved.
NOTE: This device must be installed by a trained professional, v alue added reseller or
systems integrator who is familiar with RF planning issues and the regulatory limits
in the United States of America.
CAUTION: Read and save these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all
instructions.
CAUTION: Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding. Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the manufacturer.
CAUTION: Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way. For example, if
the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled on the
apparatus, objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, it does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
WARNING: Risk of personal injury or death when installing this device! There is a risk
of personal injury or death if the WBS-2400 antennas come near electric power lines.
Carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual. By nature of the installation,
you may be exposed to hazardous environments and high voltage. Use caution when
installing the outdoor system.
WARNING: This apparatus must be connected to earth ground.
WARNING: Do not open the unit. There is a risk of electric shock inside.
CAUTION: Y ou are cautioned that an y change or modification not expressly approved
in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION: There are no user-serviceable parts inside. All service must be performed
by qualified personnel.
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CAUTION: The RJ45 connectors of your Wavion WBS-2400 may source DC power on
pins 4,5 and 7,8. The IEE 802.3 standards allow for pins 4,5 and 7,8 to be used for
Power Over Ethernet. Some products may be incompatible with the Wavion Power
Over Ethernet capability.
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CAUTION: Only UL listed parts and components will be used for installation. Use UL
listed devices having an environmental rating equal to or better than the enclosure
rating to close all unfilled openings.
CAUTION: To maintain Overvoltage (Installation) Category II, install a suitable surge
suppressor device in the branch circuit to limit expected transients to Overvoltage
Category II values. The limits are based on IEC60664 and are also located in Table
2H of UL60950 (for mains 110V, the transient rating is 1500V).
CAUTION: The WBS-2400 must be installed only with the equipped antennas.
CAUTION: A minimum distance of 40cm from the WBS-2400's antenna should be
kept when the system is operated.
CAUTION: Read and save these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all
instructions.
Preparing for Installation
The Wavion WBS-2400 must be installed by a trained professional, or sys tems integrator
who is familiar with RF planning issues and regulatory limits as defined by the governing
body of the country in which the unit will be installed.
The following lists the equipment required for installation and explains how to prepare the
installation site.
WARNING: Do not modify the construction of this product. Modifying the operating
frequency or enhancing the transmit output power through the use of external
amplifiers or other equipment is illegal.
WARNING: This device is for use outdoors or indoors on the condition that operation
of this device causes no harmful interference to authorized radio stations. This device
shall not influence aircraft security and/or interfere with legal communications. If this
device is found to cause interference, the operator of this equipment shall cease
operating this device immediately.
Installation Hardware and Tools
Wavion provides the following accessories to install the Wavion WBS-2400:
• One pole bracket
• Two 3-6-inch diameter worm drive hose clamps
• Seven 8mm stainless steel hex head machine bolts
• Allen wrench - 4mm and 5mm
• Six Antennas
You must supply the following tools:
• 1/4-inch flat blade screwdriver
• Wood brace mounting only: four 5/8-inch diameter, 3-inch long lag bolts
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Choosing a Location
The Wavion WBS-2400 is a radio device and susceptible to interference that can reduce
throughput and range. To ensure the best performance follow these guidelines:
• Direct line-of-sight operation is preferred.
• It is recommend not to install the WBS-2400 near devices operating in the 2.4 GHz
frequency range.
• The WBS-2400 should be installed at the highest point of a metal pole such that there will
be no interference caused by RF reflections. If this is not possible, the WBS-2400 should
be installed at least 3 meters from the metal pole.
• It is always best to have the maximum distance possible from an RF radiating source.
Preparing the Site
When installing the Wavion WBS-2400, you must follow the appropriate electrical and
building codes to ensure safe and durable wiring. Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC)
requirements, unless local codes in your area take precedence over the NEC code.
For installations that have 10/100 Base-T Category 5 network cables attached to the Wavion
WBS-2400, there is a distance limit of 100m maximum between devices for 10/100BaseT
operation.
An appropriate ground cable should be available. Grounding through electrical wiring or CAT5 cable is not sufficient.
Please refer to standards for building entrance protection.
Power Source Options
The Wavion WBS-2400 supports the following options for connecting to a power source:
• AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 110-220 VAC, 50/60
Hz. See Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 55 for details.
• NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or
2W(P+N); 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz. See Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 55 for
details.
• DC power source (2-wire service); 48VDC See Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on
page 55 for details.
• The WBS-2400 can be powered by a Wavion Injector connected to Ethernet port B (ETH
B). See Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 55 for details.
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WARNING: Use only a rated power source to connect the AC powered outdoor
system. Do not connect to a power source of different voltage.
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CAUTION: You must alwa ys install an external grou nding wire. You must also ground
the outdoor data protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Perform a simple
continuity check between the WBS-2400 and the ground termination point to
confirm. Make sure that grounding is complete before you connect power to the
Wavion WBS-2400.
Safety Precautions
Installing the Wavion WBS-2400 can be very hazardous. Take precautions to avoid the
following:
• Exposure to high voltage lines
• Contact with AC wiring
• Injuries from dropped tools and equipment
• Falls when working at heights or with ladders
Mounting Strategies
Consider the available mounting structures and antenna clearance when choosing a
mounting location. The W avion WBS-2400 should alw ays be mounted with the top of the unit
parallel to the ground, and with the antennas pointing upward and clear of obstruction.
It is recommended to attach ground and data cables to the WBS-2400 prior to mounting.
Before mounting the WBS-2400, read the wiring instructions in Grounding the Wavion WBS-
2400 on page 23 and Conn ecting a Data Port on page 34.
NOTE: The WBS-2400 should be mounted with at least 4 ft of clearance around the
antennas to eliminate potential interference from the mounting structure.
Figure 3.1. demonstrates acceptable options for mounting on a streetlight. In both cases the
WBS-2400 is mounted to ensure clearance for the antennas above the height of the
streetlight.
Antennas clear of any
obstruction
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Figure 3.1. Example Mounting Locations on a Streetlight
Using Hose Clamps
Hose clamps are used by the mounting assembly to secure the WBS-2400 to the mounting
structure. Figure 3.2 demonstrat es how to correctly use the hose clamps. The bands must be
threaded through slots in the pole bracket, and then attached to either a vertical or a
horizontal pole and tightened.
There are three slots inside the pole bracket that can used to thread each hose clamp.
Choose the slot that is appropriate for the size of the pole.
Bands threaded
through inner
slots
Figure 3.2. Using Hose Clamps
Mounting on a Pole, or Streetlight
The following explains how to mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on a pole, tower, or streetlight.
It is recommended to mount the WBS-2400 on aluminum or galvanized steel structures.
NOTE: The Wavion WBS-2400 must be mounted with the top of the unit parallel with
the ground and with the antennas pointing upward.
NOTE: Before mounting the WBS-2400, read the wiring instructions in Grounding the
Wavion WBS-2400 on page 23 and Connecting a Data Port on page 34.
NOTE: Mounting to wood, concrete, or painted poles requires primary grounding for
the unit. Check the national electrical codes in your area for specific rules.
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Metal or Wood Pole Mounting
Figure 3.3 shows the correct way to mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on an outdoor metal pole.
Figure 3.4 shows the correct way to mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on an outdoor wooden
pole. There is much similarity between the two installations. Metal pole installation requires
that the antennas are higher than the top of the pole. This is not a requirement for wooden
poles.
NOTE: Antennas must be higher than the top of the metal pole and clear of any
obstructions.
Figure 3.3. Mounting on a Metal Pole
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Figure 3.4. Mounting on a Wooden Pole
To mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on a metal or wood pole
1.
Choose a mounting location. You can attach the WBS-2400 to any pole or pipe with
diameter of 3-10 inches. Wooden poles of larger diameter require different types of
clamps.
2. Slip the bands of the hose clamps through the inner slots of the pole bracket. Choose the
slot that is appropriate for the diameter of the mast.
3. Use the hose clamps to fasten the pole bracket to the pole.
NOTE: The hose clamps supplied support a mast diameter of 3-6 inches. You can
supply your own hose clamps if you need a different size.
NOTE: Installations on large wooden poles require band clamps such as those
supplied by Panduit, www.panduit.com. Such a product is listed as “Metal, Locking
Tie Extra Heavy Duty 304 Stainless Steel”. The tie and the installation tool are shown
below
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Figure 3.5. Wood Pole Mounting Tool and Clamp
4. Attach the back plate to the hose bracket as labeled #1 in Figure 3.6
5. Insert the six flathead bolts into the holes in the back plate labeled #2 in Figure 3.6 and
tighten.
2
2
1
2
2
22
Figure 3.6. Attaching the Back Plate to the Pole Bracket
1
6. Attach the tray to the back plate as shown in Figure 3.7.
NOTE: The tray must be parallel to the groun d. The tra y can be rotated to obtain the
correct position.
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7. Insert the four 8mm stainless steel hex head bolts into the tray as shown below and
tighten. Use a 5mm Allen wrench to tighten the bolts.
Insert bolts
Figure 3.7. Attaching the Tray to the Back Plate
8. Slide the WBS-2400 onto the tray. Insert three 8mm stainless steel hex head bolts from
underneath the tray into the WBS-2400. Use a 5mm Allen wrench to tighten the bolts.
Insert
bolts
Figure 3.8. Attaching the WBS-2400 to the Tray
To continue installing the WBS-2400, see Grounding the Wavion WBS-2400 on page 23
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Wood Brace Mounting
You can mount the tray directly onto a wood brace without using pole hose clamps.
Wood Brace
Tray
Figure 3.9. Wood Brace Mounting Option
You can attach the WBS-2400 to any wood brace.
NOTE: Before attaching the WBS-2400 make sure that the wood can support the
WBS-2400 weight plus wind loading. Please see Chapter 9 for wind loading
considerations.
To mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on a wood brace
1.
Select a mounting location.
2. Attach the tray directly to the wood brace using four 5/8 inch diameter, 3 inch long lag
bolts as shown in Figure 3.10. Use an appropriate Allen wrench to tighten the bolts. Make
sure that the wood brace is level.
Insert bolts
Figure 3.10. Tray Mount for Wood Brace
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3. Slide the WBS-2400 onto the tray. Insert three 8mm stainless steel hex head machine
bolts from underneath the tray into the WBS-2400. Use a 5mm Allen wrench to tighten
the bolts.
Insert
bolts
Figure 3.11. Attaching the WBS-2400 to the Tray
To continue installing the WBS-2400, see Grounding the Wavion WBS-2400 on page 23.
Streetlight Mounting
You can mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on the horizontal or angled arm of a streetlight.
To mount the Wavion WBS-2400 on a streetlight
Choose a mounting location. You can attach the WBS-2400 to any streetlight arm with
1.
diameter of 3 to 10 inches.
2. Slip the bands of the hose clamps through the inner slots of the pole bracket. Choose the
slot that is appropriate for the diameter of the mast.
3. Use the hose clamps to fasten the pole bracket to the pole.
NOTE: The hose clamps supplied supports a mast diameter of 3-6 inches. You can
supply your own hose clamps is you need a different size.
4. Attach the back plate to the pole bracket as labeled #1 in Figure 3.12
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5. Insert the six bolts into the holes in the back plate labeled #2 in Figure 3.12 and tighten.
2
2
1
2
2
22
Figure 3.12. Attaching the Back Plate to the Pole Bracket
1
6. Attach the tray to the back plate as shown in Figure 3.13.
NOTE: The tray must be parallel to the groun d. The tra y can be rotated to obtain the
correct position.
7. Insert four 8mm stainless steel hex head machine bolts into the tray. Tighten the bolts
using a 5mm Allen wrench.
Insert bolts
Figure 3.13. Attaching the Tray to the Back Plate
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