wireless Seismic RT System 2 Deployment Manual

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RT System 2

Deployment Guide

April 15, 2014

Part Number: 90-0069

R01.i

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Table of Contents

1.1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.1 About this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.2 Who Should Use this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.3 Related Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.4 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.2. Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.1 Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.2 Getting Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.3 Preparing the Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.4 Laying Out the Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

2.4.1 Prerequisites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2.4.2 Assembling the Ground Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2.4.3 Placing the WRU in the Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

2.4.4 Placing the LIU in the Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

2.5 WRU Anchor Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3.3. Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

3.2 Backhaul Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

3.2.1 LIU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

3.2.2 LIU Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

3.2.3 LIU and WRU Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

3.2.4 Line Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

3.2.5 Recorder Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

3.2.6 Radio Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

3.2.7 Surge Protector Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

3.2.8 Cable Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

3.2.9 Mast and Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

3.2.9.1 Telescoping Mast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

3.2.9.2 Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

3.3 Setting up the Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

4.4. Point-to-Point Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

4.2 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

4.3 Create Plan and Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

4.4 Install and Troubleshoot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

4.5 Final Communication Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

4.6 Rolling the Backhaul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

4.7 Replacing a Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

4.8 Upload New Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

4.9 Unzipping the Configuration Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

4.10 Connecting to the Recording Truck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

5.5. Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

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5.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

5.2 Preparation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

5.3 Create Plan and Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

5.4 Install and Troubleshoot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

5.4.1 Using one Recorder Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117

5.4.2 Using a Redundant Recorder Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118

5.4.3 Using a Custom Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

5.5 Final Communication Test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

5.6 Replacing a Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 27

5.7 Upload New Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

5.8 Unzipping the Configuration Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

5.9 Connecting to the Recording Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

6.6. Demobilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

6.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

6.2 Removing the WRU from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135

6.3 Disassemble the WRU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136

7.7. Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

7.1 Lithium Ion Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

7.1.1 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

7.1.2 Handling and Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

7.1.3 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

7.1.4 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

7.2 Charging Lithium Ion Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

7.2.1 Charging Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

7.2.2 Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 42

A.A. Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

A.1 FCC Rules and Regulations Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

A.2 Industry Canada Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

A.3 CE Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

A.4 Australian Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

B.B. WRU and LIU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

B.1 WRU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

B.2 LIU Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148

C.C. Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

C.1 Antenna Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

C.1.1 Bullet Line Station Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

C.1.2 Rocket Recorder Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

C.1.3 NanoStation Recorder/Line Station Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

C.2 Radio Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156

C.2.1 Bullet Line Station Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

C.2.2 Rocket Recorder Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159

C.2.3 NanoStation Recorder/Line Station Radios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160

D.D. LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

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D.1 WRU Undeployed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

D.2 WRU Deploying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

D.3 WRU Deployed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172

D.4 LIU Power-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

D.5 LIU Normal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176

D.6 Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

E.E. Weighted Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

E.1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

E.2 Hardware Supplied. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

E.3 Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

F.F. Using a Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

G.G. Rope Knot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

H.H. Country Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189

I.I. Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

I.1 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

I.1.1 Batteries au lithium-ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

I.1.1.1 Spécifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

I.1.1.2 Directives en matière de manipulation et de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . 195

I.1.1.3 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

I.1.1.4 Entreposage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

I.1.2 Chargement des batteries au lithium-ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

I.1.2.1 Précautions de chargement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198

I.1.2.2 Chargeur de batterie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199

I.2 l'information juridique. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

I.2.1 Conformité avec les règles et règlements de la FCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

I.2.2 Industrie Canada Conformité . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

I.2.3 Acquiescement de CE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

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Figure 2–1 WRU .......................................................................................................... 12

Figure 2–2 WRU with Geophone..................................................................................... 13

Figure 2–3 LIU ............................................................................................................ 14

Figure 2–4 Assembling WRUs........................................................................................ 15

Figure 2–5 Battery Latch .............................................................................................. 17

Figure 2–6 Installing the Battery....................................................................................17

Figure 2–7 Installing the Geophone................................................................................ 18

Figure 2–8 Antenna Extender (65-0091)......................................................................... 18

Figure 2–9 Antenna with Spring Relief............................................................................ 19

Figure 2–10 Power on the Unit........................................................................................ 20

Figure 2–11 Place the Unit..............................................................................................21

Figure 2–12 Geophone Self-Test Failure ........................................................................... 22

Figure 2–13 Attaching the Anchor Plate to the WRU ...........................................................23

Figure 2–14 Anchor Plate and WRU Alignment...................................................................23

Figure 2–15 Anchor Plate at WRU Geophone End...............................................................24

Figure 2–16 Anchor Plate Bracket....................................................................................24

Figure 2–17 Anchor Bracket Screws .................................................. ............................... 24

Figure 2–18 Anchor Plate Attached to WRU....................................................................... 25

Figure 2–19 WRU Anchored with Anchor Plate...................................................................25

Figure 3–1 Point-to-Point Single Backhaul Data Direction..................................................28

Figure 3–2 Point-to-Point Dual Backhaul Da ta Direction ....... ................................. ............ 29

Figure 3–3 Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Data Direction..................................................... 30

Figure 3–4 Line Station Backhaul Components................................................................. 35

Figure 3–5 Recorder Backhaul Components...... ................................................. .............. 36

Figure 3–6 Recorder/Line NanoStation Backhaul Components............................................ 37

Figure 3–7 Line Interface Unit (LIU) ....................................................................... ........ 38

Figure 3–8 Line Radio and Antennas, Bullet.................................. ................................... 40

Figure 3–9 Line Radio, NanoStation................................. ............................................... 41

Figure 3–10 Bullet Radio Case (70-0138)..........................................................................41

Figure 3–11 NanoStation Radio Case (70-0176) ................................................................ 42

Figure 3–12 Recorder Radio............................................................................................ 43

Figure 3–13 Surge Protector Connections .........................................................................44

Figure 3–14 Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034) ....................................................................45

Figure 3–15 Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036).....................................................46

Figure 3–16 Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039) .......................................................................... 47

Figure 3–17 Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft Shielded (65-0104)......................................................... 47

Figure 3–18 Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053).......................................................47

Figure 3–19 Cable, RF Extender, 10 ft (65-0103)....................................... ........................ 48

Figure 3–20 Media Converter (60-0017)..................................................................... ...... 48

Figure 3–21 Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033) ................................................................ 48

Figure 3–22 Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026)................................................ 49

Figure 3–23 Mast (55-0050) ...........................................................................................49

Figure 3–24 Base (55-0050)........................................................................................... 50

Figure 4–1 Channel – 80 MHz Wide Frequency Band......................................................... 65

Figure 4–2 Line Station Backhaul...................................................................................66

Figure 4–3 Radio-to-Radio Communication......................................................................68

Figure 4–4 Radio-to-Fiber Communication.......................................................................69

Figure 4–5 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow................................................................... 70

Figure 4–6 Invalid Country Code Error Message...............................................................71

Figure 4–7 Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection............................................. 72

Figure 4–8 Ubiquiti Discovery Tool Icon.......................................................................... 73

Figure 4–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Window............................................................................74

Figure 4–10 Ubiquiti airOS Login Window..........................................................................74

Figure 4–11 Ubiquiti airOS Window, System Tab.................................................... ............ 75

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Figure 4–12 Ubiquiti, Upload Configuration File ................................................................. 75

Figure 4–13 Ubiquiti, Apply Configuration Changes ............................................................ 76

Figure 4–14 Create Plan and Map Troubleshooting Flow...................................................... 76

Figure 4–15 Maintain Line-of-Sight .................................................................................. 77

Figure 4–16 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow ........................................................ 78

Figure 4–17 Final Communication Test Flow...................................................................... 81

Figure 4–18 Ubiquiti airOS Tools ..................................................................................... 82

Figure 4–19 Speed Test Window ..................................................................................... 83

Figure 4–20 NanoStation Main Tab .................................................................................. 84

Figure 4–21 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor.......................................... 85

Figure 4–22 Rolling the Poles Example for 18 Total Poles.................................................... 87

Figure 4–23 Rolling Scheme, 18 Total Poles Example ......................................................... 88

Figure 4–24 Rolling Scheme, 18 Pole Backhaul, 10 Poles in Use........................................... 89

Figure 4–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware ......................................................... 91

Figure 4–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber...................................................... 92

Figure 4–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link................................ 93

Figure 4–28 Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording Truck . ................................................. 94

Figure 4–29 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link ................................................................ 95

Figure 4–30 Wireless Tab............................................................................................... 97

Figure 5–1 Channel, 80 MHz Wide Frequency Band .......................................................... 98

Figure 5–2 Line Station Mast (Bullet Radio).............. ..................................................... .. 99

Figure 5–3 Recording Truck or Line Station Mast (NanoStation Radio) ...............................100

Figure 5–4 Recording Truck Mast with LIU (Rocket Radio)................................................101

Figure 5–5 Recording Truck Mast without LIU (Rocket Radio) ...........................................102

Figure 5–6 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow .................................................................104

Figure 5–7 Invalid Country Code Error Message..............................................................105

Figure 5–8 Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Private Network Connection ..........................................107

Figure 5–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Tool Icon.........................................................................108

Figure 5–10 Ubiquiti Discovery Window...........................................................................109

Figure 5–11 Ubiquiti Login Window.................................................................................109

Figure 5–12 Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Window, System Tab....................................................110

Figure 5–13 Upload Configuration File.............................................................................110

Figure 5–14 System Tab, Apply Changes .........................................................................111

Figure 5–15 Create Plan and Map Troubleshooting Flow.....................................................111

Figure 5–16 Maintain Line-of-Sight .................................................................................112

Figure 5–17 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow .......................................................116

Figure 5–18 Final Communication Test Flow.....................................................................120

Figure 5–19 Tools, Speed Test.......................................................................................121

Figure 5–20 Speed Test Window ....................................................................................122

Figure 5–21 Bullet Radio Status Tab ....................................... ........................................124

Figure 5–22 NanoStation Main Tab .................................................................................125

Figure 5–23 Radio/Antenna Shielding..............................................................................126

Figure 5–24 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor.........................................127

Figure 5–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware ........................................................128

Figure 5–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber.....................................................130

Figure 5–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link...............................131

Figure 5–28 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link ...............................................................132

Figure 5–29 Wireless Tab..............................................................................................134

Figure 6–1 Power Off the Unit ............................................................. .........................135

Figure 6–2 Undeployed Unit.........................................................................................136

Figure 6–3 Removing the Battery .......................................................... .......................137

Figure 7–1 Example Battery Shipping Lab el.................... ................................................140

Figure 7–2 Battery Charger..........................................................................................142

Figure 7–3 Serial Number Label and LED Indicator..........................................................143

Figure A–1 CE Mark ....................................................................................................146

Figure C–1 19 dBi Antenna (65-0177) ...........................................................................149

Figure C–2 6 dBi Antenna (65-0179).............................................................................150

Figure C–3 13 dBi Antenna (65-0178) ...........................................................................153

Figure D–1 WRU Down-Tilt Action.................................................................................163

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List of Figures

Figure D–2 WRU Up-Tilt Action .................................................................................... 163

Figure E–1 Weighted Mast .......................................................................................... 182

Figure E–2 Tripod Assembly, Front View ....................................................................... 183

Figure F–1 Sighting Compass (70-0067)....................................................................... 184

Figure F–2 Declination Indication on Map................................................ ...................... 185

Figure F–3 Compass and Map...................................................................................... 186

Figure F–4 Compass Adjusted for Declination .......................................................... ...... 187

Figure F–5 Compass Adjusted for Declination .......................................................... ...... 187

Figure G–1 Tying the Taut-line Hitch Knot .......................................... ........................... 188

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List of Tables

Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts................................................................ 26

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber.................................................... 31

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios........................................................... ............ 32

Table 3–4 Antenna Specifications, WRU/LIU................................................................... 39

Table 3–5 Antenna Specifications, Radios ...................................................................... 44

Table 3–6 Cable Pinout, LIU to Battery (60-0034)........................................................... 45

Table 3–7 Cable Pinout, to NanoStation Radio(60-0036).................................................. 46

Table 3–8 Cable Pinout, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)................................................................. 47

Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)....................................................... 48

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul.......................................................................... 50

Table 4–1 Label Nomenclature ..................................................................................... 67

Table 4–2 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison...................................................... .. . 80

Table 4–3 Pendant Radio Link Elements.. ................................................... .................... 96

Table 5–1 Supported Backhaul Radios............................ ............................... ...............105

Table 5–2 Example File Names....................................................................................106

Table 5–3 Creating a Google Earth Elevation Profile .......................................................113

Table 5–4 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison...................................................... ..118

Table 5–5 Pendant Radio Link Elements.. ................................................... ...................133

Table 7–1 Lithium Ion Battery Specifications.................................................................138

Table A–1 Antenna Specifications ................................................................................145

Table B–1 WRU Specifications .....................................................................................147

Table B–2 LIU Specifications .......................................................................................148

Table C–1 Antenna Specifications, 6 dBi (65-0179)........................................................150

Table C–2 Antenna Specifications, 13 dBi (65-0177) ......................................................151

Table C–3 Antenna Wind Loading, 13 dBi (65-0177).......................................................152

Table C–4 Antenna Specifications, 13 dBi (65-0178) ......................................................153

Table C–5 NanoStation Integrated Antenna Specifications...............................................155

Table C–6 Bullet Line Station Radio Specifications (56-0019 US, 56-0024 Intl) ..................157

Table C–7 Bullet Line Station Radio Power Specifications (56-0019 US, 56-0024 Intl).........158

Table C–8 Rocket Recorder Radio Specifications (15-0052 US, 15-0054 Intl).....................159

Table C–9 Rocket Recorder Radio Power Specifications (15-0052 US, 15-0054 Intl)............160

Table C–10 NanoStation Radio Specifications (56-0035 US, 56-0032 Intl)...........................160

Table C–11 NanoStation Radio Power Specifications (56-0035 US, 56-0032 Intl) .................161

Table D–1 WRU LED Indications, Undeployed ................................................................164

Table D–2 WRU LED Indications, Undeployed Power-On Sequence....................................165

Table D–3 WRU LED Indications, Deploying Sequence.....................................................166

Table D–4 WRU LED Indications, Deploying Power-On Sequence......................................171

Table D–5 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, No Geophone Tilt ..................................172

Table D–6 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, Geophone Down Tilt ..............................173

Table D–7 WRU LED Indications, Deployed WRU, Geophone Up Tilt ..................................174

Table D–8 LIU LED Indications, Power-On Sequence.......................................................175

Table D–9 LIU LED Status Indications, Normal Mode ......................................................177

Table D–10 LIU LED Error Indications, Normal Mode ........................................................179

Table D–11 WRU and LIU LED Status Indications, Firmware Upgrade..................................180

Table H–1 ISO 3166 Country Codes ..................................... ................................. .......189

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1.1 About this Guide

This document provides information on how to deploy the RT System 2 in the field. See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the recording truck equipment and software.

1.2 Who Should Use this Guide

The expected users of this document are as follows:

i Crew (Layout/Troubleshooters) i Technician (LIU) i Bosses (Line Crew)

1. Overview

1.3 Related Documents

RT System 2-related documents are as follows:

i RT System 2 Documents Guide (90-0026) – Lists all of the RT System 2

documents with a brief description of each.

i RT System 2 Glossary (90-0032) – Lists and defines RT System 2 terms and

acronyms. Includes some general seismic and geologic terms and acronyms.

i RT System 2 Installation Guide (90-0028) – Provides instructions for setting up

the recording truck hardware, and installing and updating software and firmware.

i RT System 2 Troubleshooting Guide (90-0039) – Provides instructions on how to

solve common problems.

1.4 Getting Help

To get help on the RT System 2 Central Recording System, consult the online help. You can find the help documents by clicking the help icon in the user interface, or by navigating to the following directory:

C:\wsi\rt\vx.y.z\server\help\index.htm

vx.y.z is the version number (for example, v2.3).

Where To get help on the RT System 2 deployment, consult this document. If you cannot find the answers you need, plea se co ntact Wirel ess Sei smic, Inc. Cust omer

Support at: 13100 Southwest Freeway, Suite 150

Sugar Land, TX 77478 (832) 532-5048

[email protected]

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This chapter describes how to prepare (mobilization) and layout (install) the ground electronics. See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for instructions on setting up the recording truck equipment and software.

2.1 Prerequisites

In preparation for mobilization, define the following:

i Survey i Backhaul plan

2.2 Getting Ready

Collect all of the following:

2. Layout

NOTE

Please refer to “Antenna Specifications” on page 145 for the list of supported antennas. Use of accessories other than those specified in this document is not supported or warrantied.

RT System 2 ground equipment (05-0007):

i WRUs (01-0001, 10-0017, 10-0023, 10-0027) i LIUs (10-0016) (see also “Backhaul Components” on page 31) i Antennas 5.5 dBi maximum (65-0204/65-0264) i Geophones i WRU Batteries (0400-001-01) i WRU Dummy Batteries (55-0009) i WRU Anchor Plates (10-0028) i Antenna Extenders

Ɣ 30 in (762 mm) antenna extender (65-00941) (standard) Ɣ 10 ft (3 m) M-to-F coax cable (65-0103) Ɣ 25 ft (7.6 m) M-to-F coax cable (65-0110)

i Backhaul Components (see “Backhaul Components” on page 31) i Tools i Manuals i Consumables i Spares (15-0003)

Ɣ Mast Parts Ɣ Base Parts Ɣ Guy Lines Ɣ Antennas Ɣ Antenna Extenders Ɣ Batteries

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Preparing the Equipment

Ɣ Cables Ɣ Connectors

NOTE

The batteries (when fully discharged) require 8 hours of continuous charging in the battery charger connected to an AC source; therefore, the battery charger should be located at the staging area or in town.

2.3 Preparing the Equipment

Ensure that the Central Recording System has the latest available software installed. Ensure that the ground equipment has the latest available firmware installed. See the following for more information:

i See the RT System 2 Release Notes for version numbers. i See the RT System 2 Installation Guide for installation and update instructions.

Ensure that the industry standard best practices are followed for securing the equipment for transport.

2.4 Laying Out the Equipment

Lay out the ground equipment while the central recording system hardware and software is being prepared to save time.

The WRU is shown in the following figure:

Figure 2–1 WRU

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A WRU with a geophone attached is shown in the following figure

Figure 2–2 WRU with Geophone

2. Layout

Laying Out the Equipment

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2. Layout

Laying Out the Equipment

The LIU is shown in the following figure:

Figure 2–3 LIU

2.4.1 Prerequisites

Attach the batteries, antennas, anchor plates, and geophones to the ground equipment prior to going into the field, or as each unit is placed. If you are assembling as you place the units, ensure that you have sufficient quantities for each unit, plus a few spares.

NOTE

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2. Layout

CAUTION

PRUDENCE

Laying Out the Equipment

Figure 2–4 Assembling WRUs

The RT System 2 shall be used with only the supplied antennas (Table A–1 Antenna Specifications, on page 145) attached to the WRU with an integrated type N male (threaded

or HPQN) connector.

i The RT System 2 antennas shall be installed and handled by professionals specifically

designated for this purpose.

i Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Wireless Seismic, Inc. can void the

users’s authority to operate the equipment.

In order to comply with radio frequency (RF) exposure requirements, the RT System 2 units must be installed so that a minimum separation distance of 20 cm is maintained between the antenna(s) and the body of all persons at all times during normal operation.

Afin de se conformer aux normes de la en matière d'exposition aux radiofréquences (RF), les unités RT System 2 doivent être installées de manière à garder en permanence une distance minimale de 20 cm entre la ou les antennes et le corps de toute personne en mode de fonctionnement normal.

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VORSICHT

PRZESTROGA

CAUTION

PRUDENCE

VORSICHT

PRZESTROGA

Laying Out the Equipment

Um den Radiofrequenz-Strahlen-belastungsrichtlinien zu entsprechen, müssen die RT-System 2 Einheiten so eingebaut werden, dass ein Mindestabstand von 20 cm zwischen der/n Antenne/n und dem/n Körper/n aller Personen zu jeglicher Zeit während der üblichen Betriebszeiten gewährleistet ist.

Aby zachowaü zgodnoĞü z wymogami dotyczącymi ekspozycji na promieniowanie o czĊstotliwoĞci radiowej (RF), urządzenia RT System 2 naleĪy instalowaü tak, aby podczas normalnej obsáugi pomiĊdzy ciaáem wszystkich osób a antenami przez caáy czas byáo co najmniej 20 cm odstĊpu.

2.4.2 Assembling the Ground Equipment

This section describes the process to assemble the ground equipment prior to deployment.

To assemble the ground equipment:

1 Gather the equipment:

Ɣ WRU Ɣ Antenna Ɣ Antenna Extender Ɣ Geophone Ɣ Batteries Ɣ Anchor plates

2 Gather any special tools and equipment:

Ɣ Optional: Nylon grip pliers Ɣ Optional: Loctite® 222 Ɣ Safety gear such as vests, hard hat, and gloves.

The metal ground equipment can become hot while exposed to the sun. Wear gloves to handle hot equipment.

Les équipements terrestres en métal peuvent devenir chauds lorsqu’ils sont exposés au soleil. Portez des gants lorsque vous manipulez un équipement chaud.

Die Metallbodenausrüstung kann heiß werden, wenn sie der Sonneneinstrahlung ausgesetzt wird. Tragen Sie Handschuhe, wenn Sie mit erhitzter Ausrüstung umgehen.

Metalowe elementy urządzeĔ w terenie mogą nagrzaü siĊ w przypadku wystawienia na sáoĔce. Nagrzane urządzenia naleĪy obsáugiwaü w rĊkawicach.

3 Attach one or more batteries to the WRU.

Ɣ Press the battery into the connector. Ɣ Flip the bail over the molded area on the end of the battery. Ɣ Press the lever until the catch snaps to lock it in place.

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Figure 2–5 Battery Latch

2. Layout

Laying Out the Equipment

Figure 2–6 Installing the Battery

4 Optional: Attach the anchor plate. See “WRU Anchor Plate” on page 22 for instructions. 5 Attach the geophone to the WRU.

TIP

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2. Layout

Laying Out the Equipment

NOTE

Figure 2–7 Installing the

Geophone

6 Attach the antenna with extender to the WRU. Ensure that the antenna connection is

clean, and the antenna is snug and does not wobble.

The antenna screws on to the WRU in a clockwise direction. It should twist on easily; do not use force. To ensure that the threads are properly aligned, turn the connector counter-clockwise until you hear a click indicating that the threads are aligned, then turn clockwise to tighten.

Figure 2–8 Antenna Extender (65-0091)

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2. Layout

Laying Out the Equipment

Figure 2–9 Antenna with Spring Relief

2.4.3 Placing the WRU in the Field

This section describes the process to ready the ground equipment for interaction with the central recording system (deployment).

NOTE

Do not deploy (tip to power on) the WRUs until they are at the actual location where they will be placed.

To deploy the WRU:

1 Prerequisites:

Ɣ The WRU is assembled with battery, geophone, and antenna Ɣ Optional: The anchor plate is attached to the WRU

When using a WRU as a Repeater, the deployment instructions are the same, except a geophone is not required. Repeaters are added to the line segment in the Spread Manager. See the RT System 2 Operator Guide for more information.

If a geophone is not connected, you can skip the geophone test. See “D. LED Indicators” on page 163 for more information on skipping the test and the relevant LED status indicators.

2 Pick up the WRU and point the geophone connector end towards the ground as shown in

the following figure. After a few seconds, all of the LEDs illuminate:

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Figure 2–10 Power on the Unit

3 Place the unit flat on the ground as shown in the following figure:

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Laying Out the Equipment

NOTE

Figure 2–11 Place the Unit

4 The unit first turns on its GPS and acquires a new position. Then it will begin a series of

internal and external tests. The LEDs on the top of the unit indicate the current test and whether the unit passes or fails each test.

The WRU will attempt to get a 3-meter GPS lock for up to 15 minutes. During this time, the GPS LED flashes. The WRU will not form until the GPS lock is achieved. If the GPS lock cannot be achieved, form by serial number.

5 Press or stomp the geophone into the ground. If you stomp the geophone while the

geophone test is running, the test will fail and the WRU will not deploy.

Verify that the WRU does not show a GEO self-test failure (see the following figure) after placing the geophone. If the WRU does show a self-test failure, pick up the WRU, point the geophone connector end towards the ground until all of the LEDs illuminate, and then place the unit flat on the ground to re-run the self-test.

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2. Layout

WRU Anchor Plate

Figure 2–12 Geophone Self-Test

Failure

NOTE

See “D. LED Indicators” on page 163 for an explanation of the LED status and error conditions.

If a WRU self test fails, the WRU will continue to the next test. Skip a self-test by tipping the WRU geophone down and then returning it to the

upright position (flat on the ground).

6 Optional: If the WRU has an anchor plate attached, attach the WRU and anchor plate to

the ground with three large nails or stakes; two at the geophone end and one at the end opposite of the geophone.

2.4.4 Placing the LIU in the Field

The LIU is part of the backhaul configuration. See “3. Backhaul” on page 26 for more information.

2.5 WRU Anchor Plate

This WRU Anchor Plate (10-0028) is designed to reduce downtime due to tipped units and to reduce losing units as a result of theft. The shape maintains the WRU stacking ability while providing three solid anchor points. Constructed of light-weight and durable thermoplastic polyurethane, it attaches to the bottom of the WRU with minimal effort while maintaining the integrity of the WRU seal.

The anchor plate is compatible with the temperature range of the WRU which is -40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F).

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2. Layout

WRU Anchor Plate

Figure 2–13 Attaching the Anchor Plate to the WRU

To use the anchor plate:

1 Attach the anchor plate to the WRU as shown in the following figures:

a Place the anchor plate on the geophone end of the WRU. The wide end of the anchor

plate slides on to the to the geophone end of the WRU.

Figure 2–14 Anchor Plate and WRU Alignment

b Verify that the anchor plate is placed snugly against the WRU as shown in the

following figure:

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WRU Anchor Plate

Figure 2–15 Anchor Plate at WRU Geophone End

c Hold the bracket at the edge of the WRU base as shown in the following figure:

Figure 2–16 Anchor Plate Bracket

d Secure the bracket to the anchor plate with two screws.

Figure 2–17 Anchor Bracket Screws

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Figure 2–18 Anchor Plate Attached to WRU

2. Layout

WRU Anchor Plate

2 Attach the WRU and anchor plate to the ground with three large nails or stakes; two at

the geophone end and one at the end opposite of the geophone.

Figure 2–19 WRU Anchored with Anchor Plate

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3. Backhaul

3.1 Overview

In network communications, the backhaul is the part of the network that contains the links and equipment between the core network and the sub networks. The following table defines concepts associated with backhaul communications:

Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts

Term Definition Reference

Point-to-Point A method where each radio node in the

network captures and disseminates its own data as well as serves as a relay for other radio nodes in the network sending data along a path, hopping from one node to the next.

This is how the RT System 2 WRUs send information to the LIU and how LIUs communicate with each other in a point-topoint configuration.

Also called Bucket Brigade or String-ofPearls.

Point-to-Multipoint A method where each line station LIU

communicates directly with the recorder LIU. The backhaul is composed of a number of

line station mast/radio/LIUs pointing to a recording truck mast/radio/LIU. The following list describes the most common configurations:

• Point-to-Multipoint – A single recording truck radio and multiple line station radios

• Point-to-Multipoint (redundant) – A single active recording truck radio, a backup (redundant) recording truck radio, and multiple line station radios

• Point-to-Multipoint (custom) – A combination of recording truck radios and line station radios

Also called Star Configuration.

• “Point-to-Point Single

Backhaul Data Direction” on page 28

• “Poi nt-to-Point Dual Backhaul Data Direction” on page 29

• “4. Point-to-Point Backhaul” on page 65

• “Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Data Direction” on page 30

• “5. Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul” on page 98

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Table 3–1 Backhaul Communication Concepts

Term Definition Reference

3. Backhaul

Overview

Power over Ethernet (PoE)

In the RT System 2 system, the LIU communicates with the Central Software System (CSS) computer in the central recording truck along a backhaul on the

5.8 GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) radio band. Some smaller systems may not require a backhaul.

A technology that passes electrical power along an Ethernet cable. PoE is used where DC power is not available and USB unsuitable. Power can be supplied at the end of a network span or somewhere in the middle.

PoE switches supply power at the end of a span. The RT System 2 Line Interface Unit (LIU) acts as a switch with PoE.

PoE injectors supply power somewhere between the PoE switch and the powered device. They inject power and do not affect the data. A discrete PoE injector is used when configuring the backhaul radios.

• “Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet Private

Network Connection” on page 107

• “Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection” on page 72

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a four-line, single-backhaul, point-to-point line:

Figure 3–1 Point-to-Point Single Backhaul Data Direction

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a four-line, dual-backhaul, point-to-point line:

Figure 3–2 Point-to-Point Dual Backhaul Data Direction

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3. Backhaul

Overview

The following figure illustrates the components and data flow for a point-to-multipoint, star configuration:

Figure 3–3 Point-to-Multipoint Backhaul Data Direction

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Backhaul Components

3.2 Backhaul Components

The backhaul components are either line station (remote) backhaul components or recorder (central) backhaul components. Line station components are the components that are not physically located next to the recording truck. Recorder components are physically located at the recording truck.

The following tables and figures illustrate the backhaul components.

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber

# EA Item Line Recorder Reference

L-1 1 LIU Kit (15-0041) Y Y — L-2 1 • LIU (10-0016) Y Y “LIU” on page 38

3. Backhaul

L-3 1 • Cable, LIU to Battery, yellow (60-

L-4 — • An antenna is required to

L-5 — • A 12 V DC Battery is required, but

M-1 1 Mast Kit (15-0046) Y Y — M-2 1 • Mast (15-0051) Y Y “Mast and Base” on page 49 M-3 1

0034)

communicate with the WRUs.

not included.

– 20 ft Telescoping Mast (70-

YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

YY“LIU and WRU Antennas” on

page 39

YY“LIU and WRU Antennas” on

page 39

YY—

0130)

M-4 1 M-5 1

– Mast Guy Ring (70-0133) – Bracket, Omni Antenna

YY— YY—

(70-0136)

B-1 1 • Base (55-0050) Y Y “Mast and Base” on page 49 B-2 2

– Knob, 10-32 x 1/2 inch

YY—

Threaded Stud (70-0137)

BK-1 1 • Backpack Kit (15-0014) Y Y “Setting up the Backhaul” on

BK-2 1

– Backpack, Red/Grey (70-

YY—

page 50

0059)

BK-3 4

– Antenna Mast Guy Line, 4

YY—

mm, 15.25 m, Orange (70-

0057)

BK-4 4

– Tent Stake, Steel, 12 in

(70-0061) (hard ground stakes)

BK-5 4

– Tent Stake, Plastic, 16 in,

Orange (70-0060) (soft ground stakes)

BK-6 5 BK-7 4

– Nail, 12 in (70-0062) – Guy Line Holder (70-0063)

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YY—

YY— YY—

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Backhaul Components

Table 3–2 Backhaul Components, LIU, Mast, and Fiber (cont.)

# EA Item Line Recorder Reference

BK-8 1 BK-9 1

BK-10 2

– Hammer, 2.5 lb (70-0064) – Pry Bar, 15 in (70-0065) – Flagging Roll, Orange (70-

0066)

BK-11 1

– Compass Sighting (70-

0067)

BK-12 5

– Hose Clamp, 2 in (70-

0142)

BK-13 2

– Hose Clamp, 0.5 in (70-

0084)

BK-14 15

F-1 1 • Fiber Backhaul Kit, 250 m (15-

F-2 1

F-3 1

– Wire, 18AWG Green (65-

0077)

0037)

– OR –

• Fiber Backhaul Kit, 500 m (15-

0038)

– Media Converter (60-0017)

– Cable, Backhaul Jumper

(60-0033)

F-4 1

–Cable, Fiber Optic,

Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

– OR –

–Cable, Fiber Optic,

Armored, 500 m (60-0023)

YY— YY—

YY—

YY“F. Using a Compass” on

page 184

YY—

Y Y —

YY“Cable Assemblies” on page

Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios

# EA Item Line Recorder Reference

LB-1

LB-2 2 • 5 GHz Radio (US) (56-0019 US)

LB-3 1 • 5.8 GHz 6 dBi Omni Antenna (65-

Ubiquiti Bullet Radio

Line Radio Kit (US) (15-0044) – OR –

Line Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0053)

– OR –

• 5 GHz Radio (Intl) (56-0024)

0179)

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Y — —

Y—“Bullet Line Station Radios”

on page 157

Y—“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

on page 149

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Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios (cont.)

# EA Item Line Recorder Reference

LB-4 1 • 5.8 GHz 19 dBi Panel Antenna, W

LB-5 1 • 5.8 GHz 19 dBi Panel Antenna, G

LB-6 1 • Bracket, Line Radio (55-0047) Y — — LB-7 2 • Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft,

LB-8 1 • Cable, Armored Ethernet, 15 ft,

LB-9 2 • Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 15 ft,

LB-10 1 • Carrying Case (70-0138) Y — — LB-11 1 • Hose Clamp, 4 in (70-0140) Y — — LB-12 1 • Hose Clamp, 2 in (70-0142) Y — — LB-13 1 • Nut Driver, 5/16 in (70-0147) Y — — LB-14 2 • Elbow connector (comes with 15-

RR-1

Polarization (56-0020)

Polarization (56-0021)

White (60-0053)

Green (60-0055)

Black (60-0054)

0044 and 15-0053)

Ubiquiti Rocket Radio Recorder Radio Kit (US) (15-0045) – OR – Recorder Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0055)

Y—“Bullet Line Station Antenna”

Y—“Cable Assemblies” on page

Y——

— Y —

on page 149

RR-2 1

RR-3 1

RR-4 1

RR-5 1

RR-6 1

RR-7

• Recorder Radio and Antenna (US) (15-0052)

– OR –

• Recorder Radio and Antenna (Intl)

(15-0054)

– 5 GHz Radio (US) (75-

0031 US)

– OR –

– 5 GHz Radio (Intl) (75-

0038)

– 5 GHz 13 dBI Dual Polarity

Omni Antenna (65-0178)

– Shield, Recorder Radio

Omni (70-0129)

– Bracket GPS Antenna

Holder (70-0148)

– GPS Antenna (comes with

15-0045 and 15-0055)

—Y—

—Y“Rocket Recorder Radios” on

page 159

—Y“Rocket Recorder Antenna”

on page 152

—Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

—Y—

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Table 3–3 Backhaul Components, Radios (cont.)

# EA Item Line Recorder Reference

RR-8 1

– Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 3

ft, Black (65-0104)

—1

RR-9 1 • Surge Protector (75-0021) — Y “Surge Protector Box” on

RR-10 1 • Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 120 ft,

RR-11 60 ft• Wire, 18AWG Green (65-0077) — Y —

RR-12 1 • Case, Recorder Radio Kit (70-

RR-13 1 • Nut Driver, 5/16 in (70-0147) — Y — RN-1

RN-2 2

– PoE Injector (75-0023)

Black (60-0038)

0139)

Ubiquiti NanoStation Radio Kit

• Recorder Radio Kit (US) (15-0068) – OR –

• Recorder Radio Kit (Intl) (15-0067)

– 5 GHz Radio Assembly

—Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

——•“Ubiquiti Rocket/Bullet

Private Network Connection” on page 107

• “Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection” on page 72

page 44

—Y“Cable Assemblies” on page

—Y—

— Y —

—Y—

(US) (56-0035 US)

– OR –

– 5 GHz Radio Assembly

(Intl) (56-0032)

RN-3 2

– Cable, Shielded Ethernet,

—Y—

120 ft, Black with Red shrink tube (60-0036)

RN-4 3

– Strain Relief, Wedge Clamp

—Y—

.160/.330 DIA. (70-0171)

RN-5 1

– Case, NanoStation Line

—Y—

Radio (70-0176)

RN-6 1

– Nut driver, 7/16 in, Brown

—Y—

(70-0178)

RN-7 1

– Wrench, Double Open-end,

—Y—

7/16 in - 1/2 in (70-0179)

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Figure 3–6 Recorder/Line NanoStation Backhaul Components

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3.2.1 LIU

The data transmitted by the WRUs is collected by the Line Interface Unit (LIU). The LIU acts as the interface between the network of WRUs and the backhaul equipment. The LIU has an Ethernet port that can be connected directly to a computer, or more commonly, to an armored fiber optic cable or a backhaul radio. Backhaul radios operate in the 5.8 GHz band. A second array of WRUs can be deployed on the other side of the LIU, symmetrically or asymmetrically around the LIU. The LIU is shown in the following figure:

Before the Central Software System can communicate with the LIU, you must set up the backhaul.

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Figure 3–7 Line Interface Unit (LIU)

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3.2.2 LIU Battery

Power is supplied to the LIU components by way of a 12 V DC battery. The external battery is not supplied as part of the backhaul system.

3. Backhaul

Backhaul Components

TIP

The backhaul power requirements vary depending on the hardware in use and period of use. For example, you may be using one or two radios. Supply enough power to ensure there is enough power for the entire duration of the time you are using the backhaul.

See the Troubleshooting Guide, Best Practices chapter, LIU Batteries section for instructions on how to hot-swap the LIU battery.

3.2.3 LIU and WRU Antennas

The following table lists the supported antennas for the LIUs and the WRUs (all models). The remote and central backhauls use the same antennas:

Table 3–4 Antenna Specifications, WRU/LIU

Model

WSI 65-0204/65-0264 (antenna-standard)

WSI 65-0091 (extender-standard)

There is an auto-power-leveling feature built into the firmware. It works in conjunction with the RSSI parameters to keep the power at a defined level. If the Unit Thresholds Command (or Data) RSSI parameter is set to any number greater than zero, powerleveling is enabled.

Frequency

(MHz)

2400 5.5 dBi (50 ohm) 25° 0.4 lbs

2400 0 dBi N/A 0.6 lbs

Maximum Gain

Vertical

Beam Width

Weight

0.2 kg

0.3 kg

Dimension

(Length x

Diameter)

32 x 0.6 in

810.5 x 15 mm 30 x 0.7 in

762 x 18.5 mm

3.2.4 Line Radios

There are two line radio options provided as follows:

i Ubiquiti Bullet – Currently supported for point-to-point (string-of-pearls) backhauls:

Ɣ 5 GHz Radio (US) (56-0019 US) Ɣ 5 GHz Radio (Intl) (56-0024)

i Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 – Currently supported for point-to-multi-point (star)

backhauls:

Ɣ 5 GHz Radio Assembly (US) (56-0035 US) Ɣ 5 GHz Radio Assembly (Intl) (56-0032)

The Ubiquiti Bullet line radio is normally used with a directional antenna; however an omnidirectional antenna is also included. The antennas are attached at the top of the mast and the radio is attached to the mast at eye level as shown in the following figure.

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Figure 3–8 Line Radio and Antennas, Bullet

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The Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 radio has an integrat ed (inter nal) antenna. Th e r adio is attached at the top of the mast with a surge protector as shown in the following figure:

Figure 3–9 Line Radio, NanoStation

The line radios and antennas can be stored in their protective case when not in use:

Figure 3–10 Bullet Radio Case (70-0138)

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See “C. Radio Specifications” on page 149 for FCC information and other technical specifications.

Figure 3–11 NanoStation Radio Case (70-0176)

3.2.5 Recorder Radio

There are two recorder radio options provided as follows:

i Ubiquiti Rocket – Currently supported for point-to-point (string-of-pearls) backhauls:

Ɣ Recorder Radio and Antenna (US) (15-0052) Ɣ Recorder Radio and Antenna (Intl) (15-0054)

i Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 – Currently supported for point-to-multi-point (star)

backhauls

Ɣ 5 GHz Radio Assembly (US) (56-0035 US) Ɣ 5 GHz Radio Assembly (Intl) (56-0032)

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The Ubiquiti Rocket recorder radio is used with an omnidirectional antenna. It is attached to the top of the mast and is shown in the following figure. The Rocket radio is completely enclosed in a protective metal case when installed.

Figure 3–12 Recorder Radio

The Ubiquiti NanoStation M5 radio has an integrat ed (inter nal) antenna. Th e r adio is attached at the top of the mast with a surge protector as shown in “Line Radio, NanoStation” on page

41. See “C. Radio Specifications” on page 149 for FCC information and other technical

specifications.

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3.2.6 Radio Antennas

The following table lists the supported antennas for the radios:

Table 3–5 Antenna Specifications, Radios

Model

WSI 65-0178 2x2 Dual Polarity

MIMO Omni WSI 65-0179

Omni WSI 65-0177

Antenna Panel

Frequency

(MHz)

5450 - 5850 13 dBi 6.2x3.8x32.8 in

5275 - 5850 6 dBi 10.6 in

5150 - 5825 19 dBi 7.5 x 7.5 x 0.8 in

3.2.7 Surge Protector Box

The following figure illustrates the inside of the Surge Protector Use a surge protector on each mast between the Rocket radio or the NanoStation radio and the LIU.

Gain

Dimension (Length

x Diameter)

158x98x834 mm

269 mm

190 x 190 x 20 mm

See

“Rocket Recorder Antenna” on page 152

“Bullet Line Station Antenna” on page 149

Figure 3–13 Surge Protector

Connections

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3.2.8 Cable Assemblies

The following cables are used in the backhaul:

i Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034) i Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036) i Cable, Ethernet, 120 ft Shielded, Black with Red shrink tube (60-0036) i Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039) i Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft Shielded (65-0104) i Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053) i Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 15 ft (60-0054) i Cable, Armored Ethernet, 15 ft (60-0055) i Cable, Shielded Ethernet, 120 ft (60-0038) i Cable, RF Extender, 10 ft (65-0103) i Cable, RF Extender, 25 ft (65-0110) i Fiber Backhaul Kit, 250 m (15-0037)

Ɣ Media Converter (60-0017) Ɣ Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033) Ɣ Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

i Fiber Backhaul Kit, 500 m (15-0038)

Ɣ Media Converter (60-0017) Ɣ Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033) Ɣ Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 500 m (60-0023)

3. Backhaul

Backhaul Components

Figure 3–14 Cable, LIU to Battery (60-0034)

Table 3–6 Cable Pinout, LIU to Battery (60-0034)

5-Pin Connector 2-Terminal End Signal Name

ANC— BWHT+V CBLK5-V DNC— ENC—

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CAUTION

PRUDENCE

VORSICHT

PRZESTROGA

Backhaul Components

Figure 3–15 Cable, LIU to NanoStation Radio (60-0036)

The LIU to Radio cable is a powered Ethernet Cable. Do not plug it into the Ethernet port on a Laptop computer when troubleshooting the radios. Use a non-powered Ethernet cable to avoid damaging the computer.

Le câble interface de ligne (LIU) à radio est un câble Ethernet alimenté. Ne le branchez pas au port Ethernet d’un ordinateur portable lors du dépannage des radios. Afin de ne pas endommager l’ordinateur, utilisez un câble Ethernet non alimenté.

Das LIU-Radiokabel ist ein mit Strom versorgtes Ethernetkabel. Stecken Sie es nicht in den Ethernetanschluss in Ihrem Laptop, wenn Sie Störungen Ihrer Radiosender beseitigen. Benutzen Sie ein nicht mit Strom versorgtes Ethernetkabel, um eine Beschädigung Ihres Computers zu vermeiden.

Kabel LIU-radio to zasilany kabel Ethernet. Podczas rozwiązywania problemów z dziaáaniem urządzeĔ radiowych nie naleĪy podáączaü go do portu Ethernet w laptopie. Aby uniknąü uszkodzenia komputera, naleĪy uĪyü niezasilanego kabla Ethernet.

Table 3–7 Cable Pinout, to NanoStation Radio(60-0036)

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector Signal Name

B1TX+ A2TXC3RX+ H 4 POSITIVE F 5 POSITIVE D6RXE 7 RETURN L 8 RETURN

P — SHIELD DRAIN R* NC — M* NC —

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Figure 3–16 Cable, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)

Table 3–8 Cable Pinout, LIU-to-PC (60-0039)

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector Signal Name

B1TX + A2TX C3RX +

NC 4 POSITIVE

3. Backhaul

NC 5 POSITIVE

D6RX NC 7 RETURN NC 8 RETURN

P — SHIELD DRAIN

Figure 3–17 Cable, Ethernet, 3 ft

Shielded (65-0104)

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Figure 3–18 Cable, Armored Ethernet, 10 ft (60-0053)

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Figure 3–19 Cable, RF

Extender, 10 ft (65-0103)

Figure 3–20 Media Converter (60-0017)

Figure 3–21 Cable, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

14-Pin Connector Wire Color 8-Pin Connector Signal Name

BWHT/ORGATX + AORGBTX CWHT/GRNCRX + HBLUDPWR + FWHT/BLUEPWR + DGRNFRX EWHT/BRNGGND LBRNHGND

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Table 3–9 Cable Pinout, Backhaul Jumper (60-0033)

14-Pin Connector Wire Color 8-Pin Connector Signal Name

R* RED NC — M* NC —

* Install a 1.5 inch long jumper wire between pins R and M

WHT = White, ORG = Orange, GRN = Green, BLU = Blue, BRN = Brown, BLK= Black, YEL = Yellow

Figure 3–22 Cable, Fiber Optic, Armored, 250 m (60-0026)

3.2.9 Mast and Base

The line and recorder backhauls use the same mast kit components.

3. Backhaul

3.2.9.1 Telescoping Mast

Telescoping backhaul masts are used to elev ate th e backhaul component s abov e obstruct ions and to enable radio communications to accommodate typical cross-line distances. The mast is stabilized with guy ropes. The following figure shows the mast:

3.2.9.2 Base

The base (shown in the following figure) stabilizes the mast that is attached to the hinged mast sleeve. The base is staked into the ground for added stability.

Figure 3–23 Mast (55-0050)

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Figure 3–24 Base (55-0050)

The Weighted Base (70-0070) is another option for use when staking is impractical (see “E. Weighted Base” on page 182).

3.3 Setting up the Backhaul

This section provides instructions on how to assemble the backhaul components.

Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

1 Gather all of the backhaul components. 2 Refer to the deployment instructions to

determine the location and compass heading to the next back haul site closer to central.

3 Use the compass to determine and mark that

direction.

4 Use the following considerations while

positioning the base:

Ɣ Locate the base such that the guy lines and

the mast clear obstructions during erection and while in operation.

Ɣ If the ground is sloped, position the base

such that when the base is flush to the ground, the bracket orientation allows the mast to remain perpendicular to the ground.

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ If the wind is blowing, the mast is more

stable when the brackets are perpendicular to the wind.

5 Secure the base [B-1] to the ground with stakes

[BK-4] or nails [BK-6].

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Setting up the Backhaul

6 Attach the mast [M-3] to the base [B-1].

Tighten both knobs [B-2].

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Step Image

7 Position four stakes equal distances apart at

approximately 20 ft (6 m) from the base. Pound them into the ground.

8 Assemble the radios and brackets:

Ɣ Bullet line radio installation – Assemble the

Bullet radios and brackets.

Ź Insert the 4 in hose clamp [LR -11] in the

side slots of the bracket [LR-6].

Ź Insert the 2 in hose clamp [LR -12] in the

center slots of the bracket [LR-6].

Ź Insert the line radio between the bracket

[LR-6] and the 2 in hose clamp [LR-12].

Ź Tighten the 2 in hose clamp

[LR-12]around the radio.

Line radio in bracket:

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

3. Backhaul

Setting up the Backhaul

Ɣ Rocket radio installation – The Rocket radio,

antennas, and bracket are already assembled.

Ɣ NanoStation radio installation – The

NanoStation radio, surge protector, and bracket are already assembled.

Recorder radio in bracket:

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

9 Assemble the mast:

Ɣ Bullet radio installation – While the mast is

resting on the ground, slide the following on the mast:

Ź Bullet radios and clamps (do not tighten) Ź Mast guy ring [M-4]

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ Rocket radio installation – While the mast is

resting on the ground, slide the following on the mast:

Ź Mast guy ring [M-4] Ź Surge Protector cable clamp (do not

tighten)

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Setting up the Backhaul

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ NanoStation radio installation – While the

mast is resting on the ground, slide the following on the mast:

Ź Mast guy ring [M-4]

10 Attach and tighten the following:

Ɣ Bullet radio installation:

Ź Bullet radio antenna brackets and

antennas [LR-4, LR-5]

Ź Omni antenna bracket [M-5] and

antenna [LR-3]

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ Rocket radio installation – Attach the Rocket

radio antenna and bracket [R-2] to the mast.

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Setting up the Backhaul

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ NanoStation radio installation – Attach the

NanoStation radio bracket assembly [RN-2] to the mast.

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

11 Attach the cables:

Ɣ Bullet radio installation – Attach an elbow

connector [LR-14] to the antenna and then an armored cable [LR-7, LR-8] to the elbow connector.

Match white-to-white and green-to-green if your panels are color-coded.

3. Backhaul

Setting up the Backhaul

Ɣ Rocket radio installation:

Ź Open the protective metal case if the

Ethernet cable is not already attached.

Ź Connect the GPS antenna if it is not

already connected.

Ź Connect a short Ethernet cable [R-8] to

the radio [R-3].

Ź Close the protective metal case. Ź Open the surge protector case [R-9]. Ź Remove the rubber grommet from the

surge protector case and cut some slots in it.

Ź Thread two Ethernet cables [R-8, R-10]

and a ground wire [BK-14] through the grommet and place the grommet back in the case.

Ź Plug the Ethernet cables into the

shielded RJ45 jacks. It does not matter which cable goes to which jack; the unit provides bidirectional protection.

Ź Attach the ground wire to the ground

lug.

Ź Close the surge protector case and

secure it to the mast with the hose clamp.

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ NanoStation radio installation:

Ź Open the surge protector case [R-9]. Ź Remove the grommet from the case. Ź Thread the Ethernet cable [RN-3],

through the grommet with the short Ethernet cable (that is attached to the redound the ground wire [BK-14]. Place the grommet back in the case.

Ź Plug the Ethernet cable into the shielded

RJ45 jacks. It does not matter which cable goes to which jack; the unit provides bidirectional protection.

Ź Close the surge protector case. Ź Attache the strain relief [RN-4] to the D-

ring on the bracket.

Ź Loop the Ethernet Cable [RN-3] through

the strain relief [RN-4].

12 Attach the guy lines to the mast collar.

NOTE: Use a taut-line-hitch knot for best results (see

“G. Rope Knot” on page 188).

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Step Image

13 Lay out the four guy lines close to the stakes.

14 Extend the mast, clicking the segments into

place.

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Setting up the Backhaul

15 Attach the guy lines to the stakes.

NOTE: Use a taut-line-hitch knot for best results (see

“G. Rope Knot” on page 188).

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

16 Walk the mast to an upright position.

17 While one person holds the mast, a second

person tightens the guy lines evenly. Keep the mast level/vertical (use the level included with the kit).

18 If assembling the Bullet radio backhaul:

a Attach the cables from the antennas to the

top of the Bullet radios.

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

b Attach the cables to the bottom end of the

Bullet radios.

Ź Assemble the connector for the radio as

shown in the image to the right:

Ź Plug the Ethernet connector into the

radio.

Ź Screw the large coupler into the base of

the radio. Hand-tighten only.

Ź Push the rubber grommet into the base

of the large coupler.

Ź Screw the end cap on the large coupler.

Hand-tighten only.

c Tighten the clamps on the Bullet radios.

Ź Verify that the armored cables attached

to the antennas are straight and not twisted.

Ź Position the line radio so the armored

cable is not pulling on the antenna.

Ź Tighten the cable clamp.

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Setting up the Backhaul

19 Set up the LIU:

Ɣ Ground the LIU – Verify that the LIU is

grounded. Attach a ground wire to the case, and to a nail that is driven into the ground. Attach the LIU ground wire and the Surge Protector ground wire to the same nail.

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Table 3–10 How to Set Up the Backhaul

Step Image

Ɣ Attach the radio cables to the LIU. Ɣ Attach the antenna to LIU. Ɣ Attach the battery to the LIU.

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4.1 Overview

The backhaul is composed of a number of line station mast/radio/LIUs. The number of poles pole (masts/towers) in your point-to-point spread must be a multiple of the number of channels used.

A channel is an 80 MHz wide frequency band with 40 MHz on either side of the center frequency. For example, if the center frequency is 2.412 GHz, the frequency range for that channel is 2.372 to 2.452 GHz.

4. Point-to-Point Backhaul

NOTE

Figure 4–1 Channel – 80 MHz Wide Frequency

Band

When using a system with six possible channels, the backhaul could have just 6 poles, or a multiple of 6 poles: 6, 12, 18, 24, and so on.

This section uses an example of six possible channels, and 18 line station mast/radio/ LIUs. Each pole (mast/tower) has two radios and one LIU as shown in the following figure.

If using the mast at the recording truck, connect the LIU with an Ethernet or Fiber cable to the recording truck. If the mast is not used at the recording truck, the connections shown in the figure to the recording truck are not used.

See “Connecting to the Recording Truck” on page 92 for a radio link (pendant) option).

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Figure 4–2 Line Station Backhaul

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Overview

The radios are configured as pairs and are either an Access Point (A) or a Station (S). An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate with

an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station. The poles (masts) and radios for a six-channel system are labeled and color-coded as

follows. The number of colors used should match the number of channels used.

Pole Radio Color Pole Radio Color

Pole 1

Pole 2

Pole 3

Pole 4

Pole 5

Pole 6

Pole 7

Pole 8

Pole 9

18:S-P1 White

1:A-P1 Black 10:A-P10 Green

1:S-P2 Black

2:A-P2

2:S-P3

3:A-P3 Red 12:A-P12 White

3:S-P4 Red

4:A-P4 Green 13:A-P13 Black

4:S-P5 Green

5:A-P5 Blue 14:A-P14 Yellow

5:S-P6 Blue

6:A-P6 White 15:A-P15 Red

6:S-P7 White

7:A-P7 Black 16:A-P16 Green

7:S-P8 Black

8:A-P8

8:S-P9 Yellow

9:A-P9

Yellow 11:A- P11 Blue Yellow

Yellow 17:A-P17 Blue

Red 18:A-P18 White

Pole 10

Pole 11

Pole 12

Pole 13

Pole 14

Pole 15

Pole 16

Pole 17

Pole 18

9:S-P10 Red

10:S-P11 Green

11:S-P12 Blue

12:S-P13 White

13:S-P14 Black

14:S-P15 Yellow

15:S-P16 Red

16:S-P17 Green

17:S-P18 Blue

Where:

i Label Nomenclature:

Table 4–1 Label Nomenclature

Pair # : A or S - Pole #

2:A-P2 2:S-P3

i S = Station i A = Access Point i The pole pairs must remain in sequential order:

Ɣ Radio 1:A-P1 communicates only with Radio 1:S-P2 Ɣ Radio 2:A-P2 communicates only with Radio 2:S-P3 Ɣ And so on until pole 18, where Radio 18:A-P18 communicates only with Radio 18:S-

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Overview

NOTE

The primary indicator for radio-to-radio communication is the alpha-numeric label. The colored label is provided as a visual indicator to ensure that the pole is pointed correctly to the next radio. For example, a yellow radio cannot communicate with all yellow radios.

Figure 4–3 Radio-to-Radio Communication

In some cases—such as when line-of-sight cannot be established—using fiber cables can improve communication. Install the radios and poles using the same labels and positioning; however, only the odd or even pairings are used for radio communication. The other pairings are linked together with fiber cable as shown in the following figure.

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4.2 Preparation

This section provides the steps required to prepare the radios for placement in the field.

Figure 4–5 Preparation Troubleshooting Flow

There are two versions of the NanoStation M5 radio. Verify that you are using the correct radio and configuration files for your location. Wireless Seismic, Inc. recommends using only the following radios in a point-to-point network.

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i United States frequencies (56-0035 US) – Operating frequency 5745 – 5825 MHz i International frequencies (56-0032 INTL) – Operating frequency 5470 – 5825 MHz

NOTE

TIP

Operating outside of the allowed frequency range could result in sanctions by governmental regulatory agencies. Verify that all radios are correct for the market in which they will be used.

If you use an international configuration file with a United States radio, or a United States configuration file with an international radio, an error message is displayed:

Figure 4–6 Invalid Country Code Error Message

The ability to modify the Country Code is disabled for radios that are configured for use in the United States and Canada.

Country codes are three-digit codes defined in ISO 3166-1. See the following for more information:

• http://www.iso.org/iso/home/standards/country_codes.htm

• “H. Country Codes” on page 189

To discover and configure the radios:

ĺ RT System 2 Windows computer

1 Verify that the configuration files for the radios and the discovery tool are on the

RT System 2 Windows computer. The configuration files and the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool files are provided as a ZIP file. Extract the files if necessary.

The file names are as follows:

• ubnt-discoveryv2.3.bat

•1-AP.cfg •7-AP.cfg •13-AP.cfg

•1-S.cfg •7-S.cfg •13-S.cfg

•2-AP.cfg •8-AP.cfg •14-AP.cfg

•2-S.cfg •8-S.cfg •14-S.cfg

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•3-AP.cfg •9-AP.cfg •15-AP.cfg

•3-S.cfg •9-S.cfg •15-S.cfg

• 4-A P.cfg • 10-AP. cf g • 16-AP.cfg

•4-S.cfg •10-S.cfg •16-S.cfg

• 5-A P.cfg • 11-A P. cf g • 1 7-AP. cfg

•5-S.cfg •11-S.cfg •17-S.cfg

• 6-A P.cfg • 12-AP. cf g • 18-AP.cfg

•6-S.cfg •12-S.cfg •18-S.cfg

NOTE

When using a radio link (pendant) to the recording truck, the following configuration files are also required:

• Recorder-AP.cfg

•Recorder-S.cfg See “Connecting to the Recording Truck” on page 92 for more information on

using a pendant radio link.

2 Configure the computer to be a private network with a static IP address of

192.168.1.100. See the Troubleshooting Guide, Additional Information chapter, Setting a Static IP Address section if you need instructions on setting the IP address.

3 Connect a single radio to the computer.

Figure 4–7 Ubiquiti NanoStation Private Network Connection

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4 Open the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool by double-clicking the shortcut on the desktop.

Figure 4–8 Ubiquiti Discovery Tool Icon

NOTE

TIP

NOTE

Ensure that the .bat file and the .jar file are in the same directory.

The discovery tool can also be downloaded from the following location:

http://www.ubnt.com/download#app

Extract the files from the downloaded ZIP file to the desktop.

5 The Discovery window opens and displays a list of all Discovered Devices:

The factory default IP address for the radios is 192.168.1.20. Configure the radios one at a time.

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Figure 4–9 Ubiquiti Discovery Window

6 If the list does not look correct, click Scan. 7 Right-click one of the radios and then click Web UI. For example, right-click the

following row:

L M5 | 192.168.1.20 | DC-9F-DB-78-53-F3 | NanoStation Loco M5

and then click Web UI. The airOS login window opens:

Figure 4–10 Ubiquiti airOS Login Window

8 Type the following credentials and click Login:

Ɣ Username: ubnt Ɣ Password: ubnt

9 The radio configuration window opens. Click the System tab.

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10 In the Configuration Management

Browse to the configuration file (for example

Figure 4–12 Ubiquiti, Upload Configuration File

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Figure 4–11 Ubiquiti airOS Window, System Tab

ĺ Upload Configuration area, click Browse.

1-AP.cfg), and then click Upload.

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11 Click Apply.

12 The radio reboots and obtains a new IP address if a DHCP server is active. The current

session of airOS is no longer valid since the IP address of the radio has changed.

13 Close the browser window. 14 Disconnect the radio. It is now ready for deployment. 15 Continue connecting radios and uploading configuration files until they are all configured.

Figure 4–13 Ubiquiti, Apply Configuration Changes

NOTE

Radios were labeled prior to shipment and there should be a 1:1 correlation between radios and configuration files. Make sure the correct configuration file is loaded onto the corresponding radio.

4.3 Create Plan and Map

Using the documents provided for the job (survey, planned LIU locations, and so on), create a plan to plot radio locations and map the layout of AP and S radios.

Figure 4–14 Create Plan and

Map Troubleshooting Flow

Keep the following in mind as you create the layout plan:

i Point the radio pairs directly at each other whenever possible maintaining line-of-sight

around obstructions (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight” on page 77).

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i Use a tool such as Google Earth or Global Mapper to create an Elevation Profile to assist

with determining the best locations for radio towers. See “Creating a Google Earth Elevation Profile” on page 113 for an example.

i An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate

with an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station.

Figure 4–15 Maintain Line-of-Sight

4.4 Install and Troubleshoot

This section describes how to install the radios and troubleshoot the radio communications.

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Figure 4–16 Install and Troubleshoot the Radios Flow

To install and troubleshoot the radios:

1 Using the plan created in section “Create Plan and Map” on page 76. install all of the

radios, masts, and LIUs. Keep the following in mind as you proceed through the installation:

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Ɣ Use labels to ensure that the correct radios are in the correct positions. Ɣ Install the Access Point (A) radios are at the top of the pole, and the Station (S)

radios on the same pole are at least three feet below the Access Point radios as shown in “Radio-to-Radio Communication” on page 68.

Ɣ Point radio pairs directly at each other where possible (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight”

on page 77). Some inaccuracy is tolerable; however, align the radios as close as

possible using binoculars or compass bearing.

2 From the recording truck, open the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool. Verify that all of the radios

are listed, and verify that each of the radios has a valid IP Address. Note the following:

Ɣ If a radio is listed, that means there is an Ethernet path to the radio. Ɣ If a radio has a valid IP address that means the DHCP is active, DHCP is being

accepted by the radios, and DHCP is being passed from radio link to radio link.

Ź DHCP server-assigned IP addresses are 10.xxx.xxx.xxx Ź Non-DHCP server-assigned IP addresses are 192.168.1.xxx

3 If a radio is not listed, send a troubleshooter to the first radio that is not listed (the radio

closest to the recording truck) and perform the following steps:

a Verify that the LIU has active LED lights (the battery has power). b Verify that the radio is visible in Discovery. c Verify that the radio is securely connected to the LIU with a known-good cable. d Connect a laptop to the LIU.

IMPORTANT: The Ethernet ports on the LIU are PoE enabled. When connecting a

laptop computer to the LIU, use a non-powered cable (60-0039) to protect the computer’s Ethernet port. Do not use a powered Ethernet cable (60-0054). See “Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison” on page 80 for more information.

e Open the discovery tool and verify that the radio is listed. If the radio is not listed,

perform the following steps.

1) Verify that the radio has power by visually inspecting the LEDs.

2) If the radio has power but is not visible to the laptop, try a different Ethernet

port.

3) If the radio does not have power, troubleshoot the power and/or replace the radio.

f Verify that the radio is pointed in the direction of its partner (pair) radio and has

reasonable line-of-sight to its partner (pair) (see “Maintain Line-of-Sight” on page

77).

g Verify that the last radio visible from the doghouse is pointed in the correct direction. h Reload the configuration file to the radio. i If the above steps fail, contact Wireless Seismic, Inc. for assistance.

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The following table compares the powered Ethernet cable and the non-powered Ethernet cable:

Table 4–2 Ethernet Cable Connections Comparison

60-0039 LIU to Computer

Signal Name

14-Pin Connector RJ-45 Connector RJ-45 Connector 11-Pin Connector

60-0054 LIU to Radio PoE

B1TX+1B

A2TX-2A

C3RX+3C

NC 4 POSITIVE 4 H

NC 5 POSITIVE 5 F

D6RX-6D

NC 7 RETURN 7 E

NC 8 RETURN 8 L

P — SHIELD DRAIN — P

———NCR*

———NCM*

— *Jumper pins R and M together.

4.5 Final Communication Test

This section describes how to run the final speed test to verify good communication throughout the backhaul.

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Figure 4–17 Final Communication Test Flow

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To run the speed test:

1 Verify that all radios are listed in the Ubiquiti Discovery Tool as described in step 4 on

page 73 through step 6 on page 74.

2 Make a note of the following IP addresses:

Ɣ The last radio in the line segment, that is, the radio farthest away from the recording

truck: ______.______.______.______

Ɣ The radio at the recording truck:

______.______.______.______

3 The speed test should be run from the recording truck radio to the radio farthest from

the recording truck. Log in to the recording truck radio as described in step 4 on page 73

through step 8 on page 74.

4 Verify that browser pop-ups are allowed:

Ź Firefox – Tools ĺ Options ĺ Content ĺ clear the Block pop-up

Ź Internet Explorer – Tools ĺ Internet Options ĺ Privacy ĺ clear the

Ź Chrome – Settings button ĺ Settings ĺ Show Advanced Settings ĺ

5 Click Tools

windows check box

Turn on Pop-up Blocker check box

Privacy area show pop-ups

ĺ click OK

ĺ Content Settings ĺ Pop-ups area ĺ Allow all sites to

ĺ click Done

ĺ Speed Test.

ĺ click OK

Figure 4–18 Ubiquiti airOS Tools

6 In the Speed Test window, perform the following steps:

a Click the IP address for the radio farthest from the recording truck in the Select

Destination IP list:

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Figure 4–19 Speed Test Window

b Type ubnt in the User text box. c Type ubnt in the Password text box. d Type 443 in the Remote WEB Port text box. e The default test Direction is duplex; the test is performed for both transmit and

receive. If you want to run the test in only one direction, perform the following steps:

1) Select the Show Advanced Options check box.

2) Select transmit or receive.

f Click Run Test. g Good Test Results are as follows:

Ź RX (receive) only = 70+ Mbps Ź TX (transmit) only = 70+ Mbps Ź Total (duplex) = 90+ Mbps

– RX = 40+ Mbps – TX = 40+ Mbps

7 If Speed Test re sults are low, use a systematic approach of testing links to identify the

offending radio pairs:

a Log in to a Station (S) radio. b Click the Main tab and verify the following values:

Ź Signal Strength < -75 dBm Ź Either the Vertical or Horizontal (Main Tab, Stations only) < -80 (between -65

and -75 is ideal)

Ź Transmit CCQ < 90% (100% is ideal) Ź Click AP Information in the Monitor area. Verify that the Access Point Signal

Strength < -75 dBm

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c Repeat step a on page 83 and step b on page 83 for all of the radios.

8 If the individual links are all good but the backhaul as a whole does not deliver the

appropriate throughput, it indicates that there is an interference problem.

Contact Andy Prokop, Jerry Stair, or Mike Shilts for project-specific recommendations.

9 If there are individual links with low numbers, perform the following steps to fix them:

a Verify that the radios are pointing in the correct directions. b Verify that shielding is properly installed. The following figure shows the NanoStation

radio shielding and surge suppressor assembly (56-0032):

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Figure 4–21 NanoStation Radio Shielding and Surge Suppressor

c Check for misaligned or improperly installed shielding. d Verify that the radios on the same pole are at least three feet apart. e Verify that the Access Point (A) radio is three feet higher on the pole than the Station

(S) radio.

f If possible, raise the poles (masts) to provide the least-obstructed view to the

partner radio as is reasonable.

g Verify that there are no frayed cables or cables with water intrusion.

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4.6 Rolling the Backhaul

As production rolls away from the lines, radios, and towers farthest from the recording truck, these lines, radios, and towers become available to be used on the other side of the recording truck.

As you move the equipment, note the following:

i Maintain the A-to-S configuration throughout the survey. i The poles must stay in sequential order as you roll the spread.

NOTE

The recording truck radio can be any one of the poles; in an ideal case the recording truck starts at pole farthest from the rec ording truck, for example Pole

18. When you roll Pole 18, you will also need to move the recording truck.

The following figure shows the movement of the poles and recording truck:

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Figure 4–22 Rolling the Poles Example for 18 Total Poles

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The following figure shows the movement of the poles when using 18 total poles:

Figure 4–23 Rolling Scheme, 18 Total Poles Example

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For a backhaul using 18 poles, even if you do not have all 18 lines set up at the same time, the rolling scheme must be followed using all 18 poles as shown in the following figure:

Figure 4–24 Rolling Scheme, 18 Pole Backhaul, 10 Poles in Use

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4.7 Replacing a Radio

Any number of environmental hazards could destroy an existing radio. When this happens, replace it using the following instructions:

1 Identify the radio that needs to be replaced. 2 When the radio was initially configured for the point-to-point backhaul, a label was

attached to the radio indicating which configuration file was used. Make a note of the configuration label (for example, 12:A-P12).

3 Duplicate the configuration label and attach it to the replacement radio using the same

information and color.

The following example label indicates a radio configured for the following:

Ɣ Radio pair 12 Ɣ Access Point Ɣ Pole 12

12:A-P12 White

4 Locate the corresponding configuration file (for example, 12-AP.cfg) and upload it to the

replacement radio according to step 4 on page 73 through step 13 on page 76.

5 Mark the faulty radio is so that it does not work its way back into the spread. 6 Replace the radio on the pole.

4.8 Upload New Firmware

This section describes how to upload new firmware into the radio.

To upload new firmware:

ĺ Windows computer ĺ Radio Configuration, System tab

1 Click Browse next to Upload Firmware and navigate to the supplied BIN file. 2 Select the file and click Open. 3 Click Upload. 4 Click Update. 5 Do not power off the radio until the firmware is updated.

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Figure 4–25 Radio Configuration, Updating Firmware

4.9 Unzipping the Configuration Files

The configuration files are delivered combined into one compressed file (config.zip). To extract the files, use the built-in Windows 7 extraction process, or you can use a third-

party tool such as 7-Zip.

To use the Windows 7 process:

1 Locate the ZIP file in Windows Explorer. 2 Right-click the ZIP file name and then click Extract All. 3 Browse to and select a folder. 4 Click Extract.

To use 7-Zip:

1 Download and install 7-Zip if it is not already installed:

http://www.7-zip.org/download.html

2 Locate the ZIP file in Windows Explorer. 3 Right-click the ZIP file name and then click 7-zip 4 Browse to and select a folder.

ĺ Extract Files.

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5 Click OK.

4.10 Connecting to the Recording Truck

The line communicates to the recording truck through an LIU using one of the following methods:

i Fiber cable i Radio link (pendant)

The following figure shows a fiber cable connection example:

Figure 4–26 Connecting the Recording Truck with Fiber

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The following figure shows a radio link (pendant) connection example.

Figure 4–27 Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link

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The following figure shows the optimal angle between the pendent and the line.

Figure 4–28 Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording

Truck

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The following figure shows the connections for the pendant radio link example.

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Figure 4–29 Connecting the Pendant Radio Link

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The following table lists information about the pendant radio connection.

Item Description

Configuration The following additional configuration files are provided:

Table 4–3 Pendant Radio Link Elements

• • Recorder-AP.cfg

• • Recorder-S.cfg

RR • The radio at the recording truck is a Rocket radio with an Omni

PN • The radio at the line is a NanoStation radio with a built-in

Batteries • Adding a third radio to the LIU i ncreases the battery usage at

antenna and is indicated in the drawings as RR (Recorder/ Rocket).

• Use the Recorder-AP.cfg file with this radio.

• The RR radio should be installed at the top of the pole, pointing directly at the pendant radio (PN).

antenna and is indicated in the drawings as PN (Pendant/Nano).

• Use the Recorder-S.cfg file with this radio.

• The PN radio should be installed at the top of th e pole, pointing directly at the recording truck radio antenna (RR).

• The optimal angle between the pendant radio link (RR to PN) and the next LIU in the line segment (pearl) is 90° as shown in “Optimal Angle, Radio Link to Recording Truck” on page 94. If necessary, ±30° off of perpendicular should also work.

• The PN radio should be at least 3 ft (0.91 m) from the line pole (Pole 1 in the example shown in “Connecting the Recording Truck with a Pendant Radio Link” on page 93). Use as much distance as you can as allowed by your cable lengths.

• The PN radio and pole should be between th e line and the recording truck as shown in “Connecting the Recording Truck

with a Pendant Radio Link” on page 93.

this position. To ensure that the LIU does not reset due to a low or depleted battery, keep two batteries connected to the LIU at all times.

• The battery with the lowest voltage is used until the voltage falls below the Unit Thresholds ? LIU Voltage Warning number (usually about 11V). At this point, the LIU auto-swaps to the battery with the higher voltage. Monitor the battery status in the Ground Equipment Table. Replace the low-voltage battery with a fully-charged battery as soon as possible after the battery auto-swap occurs.

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After the pendant radio link radios are configured and installed, log in to the PN radio and set the power level to the minimum amount required to achieve communication with the RR.

Figure 4–30 Wireless Tab

To set the PN radio power level:

1 Click the Wireless tab. 2 Move the Output Power slider bar to the desired power level. 3 Click Change at the bottom of the window. 4 Click Apply Command at the top of the window. 5 Wait 30 – 60 seconds.

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A channel is a frequency band of a specified width. For example, if the center frequency is 2.412 GHz, and the frequency band is 80 MHz wide, there are 40 MHz on either side of the center frequency, and the frequency range for that channel is 2.372 to 2.452 GHz.

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Figure 5–1 Channel, 80 MHz Wide Frequency

Band

Some custom configurations will require multiple channels operating at the same time. Verify that channel ranges do not overlap to avoid interference.

The recording truck radios are configured Access Points (A) and the line station radios are configured as Stations (S).

An Access Point communicates only with a Station. An Access Point cannot communicate with an Access Point, and a Station cannot communicate with a Station.

A line station mast requires an LIU to communicate with the recording truck. A mast located at the recording truck can communicate using an LIU or a PoE connected directly to the recording truck computer. See the following figures for examples.

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Figure 5–3 Recording Truck or Line Station Mast (NanoStation Radio)

NOTE

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