Wavion WBSn-2450 User Manual

WBSn-2450 User Guide

March 2012

Version 0.2

Contents

1.	INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................			- 5 -
	1.1	SYSTEM COMPONENTS.....................................................................................................		- 6 -
2.	INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................			- 7 -
	2.1	WBSN-2450 PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST .........................................................................		- 7 -
	2.2	INSTALLATION AND SET-UP ...............................................................................................		- 12 -
	2.2.1 Installing the WBSn-2450 base station ....................................................................			- 12 -
	2.3	ACCESSING THE WAVION MANAGEMENT INTERFACE..................................................................		- 14 -
	2.4	AUTOMATIC CHANNEL SELECTION SCREEN .............................................................................		- 15 -
3. DEFINING AND MANAGING WBSN............................................................................				- 16 -
	3.1	STATUS ......................................................................................................................		- 16 -
	3.1.1		Checking System Setup .........................................................................................	- 17 -
	3.1.2		VAPs ...................................................................................................................	- 17 -
	3.1.3		Wireless Associations ............................................................................................	- 17 -
	3.2	CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................		- 18 -
	3.2.1		System Setup.......................................................................................................	- 18 -
	3.2.2		IP Management....................................................................................................	- 19 -
	3.2.3 Specifying the Uniform Time of the Base Station Unit................................................			- 20 -
	3.2.4 Specifying the Location of the Base Station Unit.......................................................			- 20 -
	3.3	WIRELESS INTERFACE -- SETTING UP WLANS ........................................................................		- 21 -
	3.3.1		Virtual AP (VAP) ...................................................................................................	- 21 -
	3.3.2 QoS (Quality of Service) Packet Priority...................................................................			- 23 -
	3.3.3		Authentication Combinations..................................................................................	- 24 -
	3.3.4		Encryption Methods ..............................................................................................	- 24 -
	3.4	RESTRICTING ACCESS TO THE WIRELESS NETWORK ...................................................................		- 24 -
	3.4.1		MAC Access List....................................................................................................	- 24 -
	3.4.2		Radio Configuration ..............................................................................................	- 25 -
	3.5	ACS (ONLINE, OFFLINE)..................................................................................................		- 25 -
	3.6	NETWORK/ETHERNET INTERFACE – SETTING UP WLANS IN BRIDGE MODE .....................................		- 26 -
	3.6.1		Configuring Ethernet Interface ...............................................................................	- 26 -
	3.6.2 Configuring Network IP Configuration .....................................................................			- 26 -
	3.6.3		Bridge configuration..............................................................................................	- 27 -
	3.6.4		Mapping VLANs ....................................................................................................	- 28 -
	3.7	NETWORK/ETHERNET INTERFACE – SETTING UP WLANS IN ROUTER MODE ....................................		- 28 -
4.	ADMINISTRATION.....................................................................................................			- 29 -
	4.1.1		Management........................................................................................................	- 29 -
	4.1.2		Users ..................................................................................................................	- 30 -
	4.1.3		Firmware .............................................................................................................	- 30 -
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	4.1.4	Diagnostics ..........................................................................................................	- 33 -
	4.1.5	Configuration files.................................................................................................	- 34 -
	4.1.6	Log .....................................................................................................................	- 34 -
5.	APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................		- 35 -
	5.1 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................		- 35 -
	5.1.1	LED Descriptions ..................................................................................................	- 35 -
6.	APPENDIX B: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .......................................................		- 36 -
7.	APPENDIX C: HARDWARE SPECIFICATION ..............................................................		- 39 -
8.	GLOSSARY .................................................................................................................		- 40 -

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FCC Notice to Users and Operators

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 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. 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 using one of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•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.

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

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

R&TTE Compliance Statement

This equipment (ETSI-models only) complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of March 9, 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).

Note: Wavion and its resellers or distributors are not liable for injury, damage or regulation violations associated with the installation of outdoor units or antennas.

Copyright © Wavion Wireless Networks 2012

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1. Introduction

WBSn-2450 base stations combine Wavion’s true two-way 802.11n Beamforming and interference immunity technologies together with 3x3:3 MIMO, and deliver best capacity and coverage in all environments. The spatially adaptive Beamforming signals travel in different propagation paths, and are coherently combined at the receiver’s antenna. The Beamforming is combined with a unique High Gain Diversity Polarized (HGDP) antenna array for maximum performance, and increases coverage by up to 50%, enabling NLOS connectivity, indoor signal penetration, and significant interference suppression.

The WBSn-2450 concurrently supports 2.4 and 5 GHz delivering aggregated capacity of 900Mbps. The 5 GHz is configurable for backhaul or access.

Utilizing a decade of outdoor Wi-Fi experience, Wavion’s Interference Immunity Suite includes:

•Beamforming, with its inherent ability to suppress interference

•The Dynamic Interference Handling (DIH) algorithm, that continuously optimizes receiver’s parameters according to varying noise levels

•The Automatic Channel Selection (ACS) algorithm, that automatically online identifies, selects and utilizes the best operating channel selection

•The Wavion Rate Adaptation (WARA) which enables optimal rate selection in outdoor environments with high interference

•Down Tilted Antenna (DTA) and sector antenna abilities to reject noise out of their fields-of-view

WBSn base stations are carrier grade, ruggedized IP-68 rated units, designed to provide the highest reliability, quality of service, security and manageability. WBSn base stations come with a complete set of FCAPS management tools.

WBSn base stations comprising rich embedded networking capabilities, including Routing and a fully integrated Access Controller, for flexible service planning and reduced costs.

WBSn is designed to be environmentally-friendly with low power consumption, fewer sites to power, aesthetic smart design, and green standard compliance.

With fewer sites required per covered area, highest network reliability and enhanced service options, WBSn provides up to 50% savings of CAPEX and OPEX and the fastest ROI.

WBSn-2450 Key Benefits:

•Exceptional coverage and NLOS performances

•Best indoor signal penetration

•Concurrent support for 2.4 and 5 GHz

•Up to 900Mbps capacity

•Unique interference immunity suite

•Full compatibility with standard 802.11 a/b/g/n clients

•Small form factor and easy to deploy

•Low power consumption

•Robust outdoor design, IP-68 rated

•Simple deployment and low infrastructure and operating costs

Important Note:

Wavion base stations are comprised of highly advanced technical equipment. Only experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes, and other relevant regulations, and wherever applicable are licensed by the appropriate government regulatory authorities,

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should install Wavion equipment. Failure to comply with this may void the WBSn family of products warranty and may consequently expose the end user or Service Provider to legal and financial liabilities.

1.1 System Components

The WBSn-2450 system utilizes hardware components, as described in the below table.

Component Description

	Product Number	An internal ID that identifies the components of the system. There are no field
		replaceable units. This information can be used to identify the hardware
		components.
	Serial Number	An internal ID that identifies the date of manufacture, production lot, and
		individual component. There are no field replaceable units. With the serial
		number, this information is used to identify a specific unit.
	Antenna Type	Indicates the default antenna type installed in the unit.
		Although WBSn-2450 antennas are detachable, they are an integral element of
		the WBSn-2450 unit. The Beamforming capability encompasses the specific
		attributes of the antennas.
		Important note:
		Antennas should never be replaced without official guidance and instruction
		from a Wavion Technical Support person.

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2. Installation

This document is intended to help you set up and configure your WBSn-2450 base station. Unless specified otherwise, the use of the product name WBSn-2450 refers to all WBSn-2450 base stations.

2.1 WBSn-2450 Pre-Installation Checklist

The following checklist covers all the procedures and equipment that you need to acquire and assemble, prior to beginning the installation and configuration procedures. Ensure that you check this list carefully, before beginning any of the procedures described later in this Guide.

Check contents of package

WBSn-2450-O	WBSn-2450-O base station unit (Omni)
WBSn-2450-SO	PoE injector unit
WBSn-2450-OS	3 antennas
	Post-clamp
	Two steel bands
	2 screws, each with attached spring and flat washers
	Iron security cable
	Waterproof sealing tape for IP68 (band to sealing rubber)
	Plastic cap and cap cover
WBSn-2450-S	WBSn-2450-S unit (Sector)
	PoE injector unit
	Post-clamp
	Two steel bands
	2 screws, each with attached spring and flat washers
	Iron security cable
	Plastic cap and cap cover
	The WBSn-2450 should only be installed using the antennas provided as part of the
	original package.
Warning	Ensure that the USB port on the base station unit is properly sealed.

Additional equipment and tools required for installation

•Ethernet cable (outdoor CAT5e 4-pair data cable, with RJ45 connectors) Note: Maximum cable length -- 100 meters

•Ground cable

•Portable PC

•Lightning protection

•1”-6” diameter pole (on which to mount the unit)

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Ensure a safe and secure environment

		Connect the PoE injector to the unit using only a straight Ethernet cable.
	Warning	Do not use crossed cables between the PoE injector and the unit!
	Follow these	•	Do not touch or move the antennas while the unit is switched on.
	guidelines to	•	Make sure the antennas are connected when operating the radio or attempting
	ensure safe		to transmit data, otherwise, the radio may be damaged.
	operation of the	•	Do not hold the antenna close to or touching any exposed parts of the body,
	WBSn-2450 base
			especially the face or eyes, while transmitting.
	station:
		•	The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation
			Administration (FAA). (US only)
		• The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints
			posed by the safety directors of such environments.
		• The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by
			each hospital.
		• Do not operate a portable transmitter near unshielded blasting caps or in an
			explosive environment.
		• The Wavion WBSn-2450 must be used only with Wavion-approved components
			and antennas.

Note:

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. Proper operation of the Wavion WBSn-2450 according to the instructions found in this manual, results in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.

To ensure optimal performance, select the location for the equipment using the following guidelines:

•The antenna should be directed towards the area intended to be covered, with maximum possible lines of sight for client locations. Generally speaking, the higher the placement of the antenna, the better the link quality achievable. For WBSn-2450-S, the coverage zone is 120° wide.

•The location of the unit should enable easy access for installation and testing.

•When installing in locations where other devices exist that operate in the same frequency range, ensure that recommended distances are adhered to.

•The ideal height at which a base station should be installed is 3 meters above the rooftops of the buildings within the coverage zone.

•The omni-directional unit should be installed at the highest point of a metal pole. This is to ensure that there is no interference caused by the close proximity of the unit to the metal. Where this is not possible, the unit should be kept at least 1 meter from the metal pole.

•Keeping the maximum distance possible from an RF radiating source is recommended.

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Preparing the installation site

Only experienced installation professionals who are familiar with local building and safety codes and are licensed, wherever applicable, by the appropriate government regulatory authorities, should install outdoor units and antennas.

	Warnings	Important! This device should be installed in an area with restricted access.
		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.
		This device is for outdoor or indoor use 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.
	How to prepare	•	Ascertain the existence of potential posts or poles to which a base station could
	the site:		be attached. Consider the axis of the post, its placement, and whether extenders
			are required.
		•	Follow the appropriate electrical and building codes to ensure safe and durable
			wiring.
		•	The length of the Ethernet cable connecting the unit to the network device (PC,
			switch, router, and so on) should not exceed 100 meters. There is no limitation
			on the length of the cable connecting the PoE to the unit, as long as the
			combined length of the cables connecting the network device to the PoE and the
			PoE to the unit does not exceed 100 meters.
	Grounding best	1.	Position the protection device as close to the building entrance as possible.
	practices, using
		2.	Attach a 10 AWG grounding cable to the ground point on the data protection
	a data protection
	device		device.
		3.	Attach the other end of the grounding cable to the grounding bar of the building.
		Lightning Surge Protector Connection Diagram

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Connecting Antennas (for WBSn-2450-O only)

Note: The antennas should only be connected once the installation procedure has been successfully completed.

How to connect the	Screw each of the three antennas into the three N-type connectors on the
antennas:	WBSn-2450 base station unit.
Warnings	In order for the WBSn-2450-O to work properly, all three antennas must be
	connected.
	Only connect the unit to the power supply once all the antennas are connected.
	Use caution when connecting the antennas. Undue haste can damage the unit.
	Do not screw in the antenna when holding its top section, or you may damage
	the antenna.

Antenna Sealing

The following procedure describes how to correctly seal the antennas against moisture.

Caution	•	It is important to carefully read this procedure and perform all the steps, to
		ensure maximal moisture protection.
	•	Use high quality sealing material to ensure IP-68 compliant protection
		against dust and water.
How to seal the	1.	After the antenna is connected, use the supplied isolation tape to cover the
antennas:		N-Type connectors and the lower part of the antennas.
	2.	Cut 18 cm of the attached splicing tape.
	3.	Stretch and wrap the tape in an even, half overlapping manner around the
		antenna and N-Type connector. Cover this with a layer of vinyl plastic tape.

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Safety instructions and information

Please ensure that you read and understand the following safety information. Ensure that you carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual, and heed all warnings.

Warnings	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.
	There is a risk of personal injury or death if the WBSn-2450 antennas are close
	to electric power lines.
	By nature of the outdoor installation, you may be exposed to hazardous
	environments and high voltage. Use extreme caution when installing the system.
	All servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel only. There are no
	user-serviceable parts inside. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
	damaged in any way.
	This apparatus must be properly grounded.
	Do not open the unit – risk of electric shock.
	Any change or modification not expressly described in this manual or approved
	by the manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.
	The WBSn-2450 should only be installed using the antennas that were provided
	as part of the original package.
	A minimum distance of 40cm should be kept from the WBSn-2450 antenna when
	the system is in operation.
	Only UL-listed parts and components should be used for installation.
	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).

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2.2 Installation and Set-up

The following section describes the installation and configuration procedures for the WBSn-2450 base station.

2.2.1Installing the WBSn-2450 base station

Prior to performing the procedures described in this section, ensure that you have read all the information, and followed all instructions and safety precautions in the Pre-Installation Checklist.

To install WBSn-2450:

1.Decide the manner in which the post-clamp will be attached to the post, whether horizontally or vertically.

Note: A horizontal installation is preferable as it offers a wider range of directional adjustment, and is therefore recommended. To install WBSn-2450 on a horizontal plane, ensure that you include the extenders in your order.

Example: Horizontal post-clamp

2.Slide the steel bands into the appropriate side slots of the post clamp.

Note: For a thinner post, the steel bands should be threaded through the inner slots, and for a wider post, through the outer slots.

3.Attach the post-clamp to the post, and close and tighten the steel bands.

4.If you are installing WBSn-2450 on a horizontal post, select the direction in which the base station unit should point on the horizontal plane prior to continuing with the installation. Once you have determined the correct direction, connect the two extenders to the post clamp, and proceed

to Step 6.

Note: The extenders must be specified as an extra item when ordering the WBSn-2450 unit.

5.If you are installing the WBSn-2450 on a vertical post, attach the WBSn-2450 unit to the post-clamp, with the screws and washers. Tighten the screws using a ratchet key, which is set at 13 mm. Example: WBSn attached with extenders

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6.Attach the WBSn-2450 base station unit (and connected extenders) to the base station unit.

7.As you tighten the screws, verify that the tilt and direction of the base station unit are correct for the coverage area required.

Note: In an urban setting, with a high-placed installation, a slight downwards tilt (approximately 8-10 degrees) will help reduce noise and interference.

8.For extra security, thread the iron cable through the corner hole on the post-clamp, and the middle

hole on the WBSn-2450 unit, securing it with the Caribena provided. Note: This will provide extra physical security for the WBSn-2450 unit.

Wind Loading Considerations

The Wavion WBSn-2450 weighs approximately eight kilograms, including all mounting hardware. When the Wavion WBSn-2450 is mounted on a pole, the sail area of the WBSn-2450 is approximately 0.11 m2. The Wavion WBSn-2450 can load a pole with a maximum load of 3400 Newton in wind conditions of 264 km/h (165 mph).

You should evaluate the static and dynamic load bearing capabilities for each assembly and installation individually.

Connecting Power and DATA

The following describes how to apply power and data to the WBSn-2450 .

Prior to connecting power to the WBSn-2450, ensure that you have read and performed all instructions in the pre-installation checklist.

The Wavion WBSn-2450 is equipped with two ports.

•Use the ETH port to connect the PoE cable.

•The USB port is for engineering purposes only. Ensure that the USB port is properly sealed with a plastic cap.

Please also note the following:

	You must always install an external grounding wire. Make sure you have completed
	grounding before you connect power to the WBSn-2450 unit.
Warnings
	This is not a mid-span powered device. Do not attempt to daisy-chain PoE devices.
Note:	National Electrical Codes (NEC) Article 800 requires the use of an Agency Listed (UL/CSA)
	Building Entrance Protector for all power and communications cables entering a building.
	Article 800 is intended to protect the building and occupants from fires caused by transient
	voltage and current surges.

To connect to the data port:

1.Connect a grounding cable to the grounding terminal and tighten the grounding screw firmly. See Grounding the Data protection device for a connection diagram.

2.Connect the other end of the cable to the nearest grounded metallic body.

3.Ensure that the power is turned off for the designated circuits.

4.Unscrew the plastic cap and the cap cover from the Wavion WBSn-2450.

5.Run a shielded Category 5 Ethernet cable (appropriate for outdoor use) through the cap. Warning! Ensure that no network cable is plugged into the IN port of the PoE injector.

6.Connect one end of the Category 5 cable to the OUT port of the Wavion PoE injector.

7.Connect the other end of the Category 5 Ethernet cable to the ETH port on the Wavion WBSn-2450. Note: Use a shielded RJ45 8-pin modular plug to terminate the cables at the required length.

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