Zebra Technologies AP7131N Operators Guide

Enterprise Wireless LAN Antenna

Specification Guide

Version 1.9 Rev B October 2011

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Chapter 1. Antenna Selection and Description

1.1 Antenna Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

1.2 Antenna Selection Criteria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

1.3 Antenna Accessories for Enterprise WLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Chapter 2. Product Compatibility

2.1 FCC Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

2.2 FCC Approval Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

2.3 FCC USA Compaibility Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

2.4 Antenna Suite Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Chapter 3. 2.4 GHz Single Band Antenna Suite

3.1 Supported 802.11b/g/n Antenna Suite. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Chapter 4. 5.2 Ghz Single Band Antenna Suite

4.1 Supported 802.11a/n Antenna Suite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Chapter 5. 2.4GHz - 5.2GHz Dual Band Antenna Suite

5.1 Supported 802.11a/b/g/n Dual Band Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Contents

Chapter 6. Antenna Cables

6.1 Supported Antenna Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Chapter 7. Supported Antenna Adapters

7.1 Supported Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Chapter 8. Supported Lightning Arrestors

8.1 Lightning Arrestors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Chapter 9. Mounting Kits

9.1 Mounting Kit Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Chapter 10. AP-5131 Antenna Connections

10.1 2.4 GHz AP-5131 Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

10.2 5 GHz AP-5131 Antenna Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-9

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Chapter 11. AP300 Antenna Connections

11.1 2.4 GHz AP300 Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

11.2 5 GHz AP300 Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Chapter 12. AP7131 Transmit Power

12.1 Configuring the AP7131 Series Transmit Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1

12.2 US Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-8

12.3 US Regulatory Domain 5.2 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13

12.4 Japanese TELEC Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-23

12.5 Japan TELEC Regulatory Domain 5.2 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-27

Chapter 13. AP650 Regulatory Domains

13.1 US Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1

13.2 US Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-6

13.3 Japan TELEC Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16

13.4 Japan TELEC Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-22

13.5 EU Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-34

13.6 EU Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-39

Chapter 14. RFS4011 Regulatory Domains

14.1 US Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

14.2 US Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5

14.3 Canada Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-13

14.4 Canada Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17

14.5 EU Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-25

14.6 EU Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-29

14.7 Japan Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-37

14.8 Japan Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-41

Chapter 15. AP-6511 Regulatory Domains

15.1 US Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1

15.2 US Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-2

15.3 EU Regulatory Domain 2.4 GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-3

15.4 EU Regulatory Domain 5 GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-4

Chapter 16. AP-621 and AP-6521 Regulatory Domains

16.1 AP-621 (Standard Power) US Regulatory Domain 2.4GHz Band. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-1

16.2 AP-621 (Standard Power) US Regulatory Domain 5GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-5

16.3 AP-6521 (High Power) US Regulatory Domain 2.4GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-13

16.4 AP-6521 (High Power) US Regulatory Domain 5GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17

16.5 AP-621 (Standard Power) EU Regulatory Domain 2.4GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-25

16.6 AP-621 (Standard Power) EU Regulatory Domain 5GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-29

16.7 AP6521 (High Power) EU Regulatory Domain 2.4GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-37

16.8 AP-6521 (High Power) EU Regulatory Domain 5GHz Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-41

Appendix A.Technical Support

Introduction

This guide provides a Professional RF engineer a catalog of antennas, parts, and accessories to complete a customized RF instillation of Motorola Solutions Enterprise Access Points. This guide specifically addresses the antennas used for 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz and dual band antenna implementations for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs).

It’s important to understand that antenna and accessory selection should be qualified by on-site verification with the actual components used. Signal attenuation is cumulative with each connection and component added between the antenna and the radio, so careful study and planning should be used to verify the given arrangement ensures a compliant installation.

NOTE: Illustrations displayed in this guide are samples and can differ from the actual antenna.

Document Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document to draw your attention to important information:

NOTE: Indicate tips or special requirements.

About This Guide

CAUTION: Indicates conditions that can cause equipment damage or data loss.

WARNING! Indicates a condition or procedure that could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

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Notational Conventions

The following additional notational conventions are used in this document:

• Italics are used to highlight the following:

• Chapters and sections in this and related documents

• Dialog box, window and screen names

• Drop-down list and list box names

• Check box and radio button names

• Icons on a screen.

• GUI text is used to highlight the following:

• Screen names

• Menu items

• Button names on a screen.

• bullets (•) indicate:

• Action items

• Lists of alternatives

• Lists of required steps that are not necessarily sequential

• Sequential lists (those that describe step-by-step procedures) appear as numbered lists.

Antenna Selection and Description

1.1 Antenna Selection

While several antennas may work in a given environment, some will provide better coverage than others. Using the right antenna in the right location will maximize both the performance and coverage of your network. Understanding the key characteristics that describe how an antenna sends and receives radio frequency signals is critical to finding the ideal antenna for your deployment. This guide supports the antennas used for AP-5131, AP-5181, AP-7131 and AP-6511 model access points, AP650 and AP300 (nonintegrated antenna) model access port and the RFS4011 Integrated Services Controller.

Motorola Solutions Enterprise Wireless LAN products operate in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz ISM bands allocated for unlicensed use. Access point and access port products available today support either the 802.11b/g/n or the 802.11a/n standard, or both. Wireless devices conforming to the 802.11b/g standard operate in the 2.4 GHz ISM band, while 802.11a devices operate in the 5 GHz band. The antennas in this guide are grouped according to the frequency band they support. Some antennas are designed to operate within either band. These antennas (described as "Dual-band") may be connected to radios operating in either the 2.4 or 5 GHz bands, although a single antenna may not be connected to two radios at the same time.

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1.1.1 Connector Types and Definitions

There are combinations of antenna types and cables required to provide a satisfactory connection to the AP. One confusing factor is “reverse polarity”. Reverse polarity is the FCC's requirement for each WLAN manufacturer to have unique access point connectors. Motorola Solutions had previously standardized our offerings for access points/ports:

• 2.4 GHz is Reverse polarity BNC female (RP-BNC-F)

• 5 GHz is reverse polarity SMA female (RP-SMA-F)

• Dual Band is reverse polarity SMA female (for AP-5131), and N-Female (for AP-5181).

NOTE: Reverse polarity presents confusion because of a lack of a standardized definition from connector manufactures. Reverse polarity provides a center element, which should not be confused with a male connector. A male connector is defined by the outer jacket of the connector rather than the center element.

The following are the connectors used within this guide:

Figure 1.1 RP-BNC-F

Figure 1.2 RP-BNC-M

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Figure 1.3 RP-SMA-F

Figure 1.4 RP-SMA-M

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Additionally, antennas deployed outdoors and industry standard accessories (like lightening arrestors) use Type-N connectors (as displayed below). Therefore, with the combinations devices required (access points/ports, antennas, cable extensions, and lightening arrestors), various adapter cables are required to connect an antenna to an access point/port.

Figure 1.5 Type N-F

Figure 1.6 Type N-M

1.1.2 Indoor and Outdoor Antennas

One important aspect of an antenna is whether it is weather sealed to protect it from the environment Because of this extra protection, outdoor antennas are typically more expensive than those rated for indoor use. Outdoor antennas can be used for indoor applications, such as freezers and cooler where moisture is common. Outdoor antennas can be used for indoor applications, but indoor applications should not be used in outdoor applications.

One common distinction of outdoor antennas is the connector. Since lightning protection is always advised for outdoor antennas, these antennas typically have Type N Male to directly attach the lightning arrestor. This is true of 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and dual-band outdoor antennas.

1.1.3 Spectrum and Part Number Designations

The antennas listed in this document are ultimately referenced by part number. A numerical sequence is used within each antenna’s part number to identify the spectrum supported by the antennas.

• The antenna part numbers with a 2499 indicates a 2.4 GHz antenna. For more information on the 2.4 GHz antenna suite, see 2.4 GHz Single Band Antenna Suite on page 3-1.

• The antenna part numbers with a 5299 indicates a 5 GHz antenna. For more information on the 2.4 GHz antenna suite, see 5.2 Ghz Single Band Antenna Suite on page 4-1.

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• The antenna part numbers with a 2452 indicates a dual band antenna (2.4GHz and 5 GHz). For more information on the 2.4 GHz antenna suite, see 2.4GHz - 5.2GHz Dual Band Antenna Suite on page 5-1.

1.1.4 Extended AP to Antenna Cable Lengths

Most indoor antennas are intended to be mounted directly to the AP's connectors. Some mounting arrangements call for positioning the AP a significant distance away from the antenna due to serviceability or other reason. In these situations, various adapters and cable extensions are required.

In these situations be mindful of:

• The connector on the AP

• The connector on the antenna

• The spectrum being implemented

• Signal loss due to multiple connectors and long cable lengths

Combinations of these attributes present different parts required to complete the connection. The Product Compatibility matrix addresses the parts required to make a proper connection. For more information, see

FCC Compliance on page 2-1.

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1.2 Antenna Selection Criteria

In addition to antenna frequency, there is other criteria to consider when selecting an antenna.

1.2.1 Antenna Pattern

1.2.1.1 Omni-Directional

Signal radiates from the antenna in all directions on the horizontal plane.

1.2.1.2 Directional

Signal radiates in a specific direction, typically described as a beam of given width, expressed in degrees in the horizontal and vertical plane. For more information, see Azimuth 3dB Beamwidth on page 1-7 and

Elevation 3dB Beamwidth on page 1-7.

1.2.2 Antenna Type

1.2.2.1 Panel

A panel antenna is a flat antenna mounted to a wall or other vertical surface and radiates RF energy (radio waves) directionally away from the wall. They usually have gain greater than 5 dBi and are not suitable for omni-directional situations. Ideally suited for long hallways.

1.2.2.2 Patch

A patch antenna is a flat antenna mounted on the ceiling but whose pattern is omni-directional. Most of the energy goes out horizontally to the sides of the antenna and equal in all directions.

1.2.2.3 Dipole

A dipole antenna is a tubular antenna that can be either a pipe shape, a straight flexible rod or a paddle. This antenna has an omni-directional pattern when placed in a vertical position. It usually has 2 dBi of gain.

1.2.2.4 Dipole Array

Essentially a dipole, a dipole array is two or more dipoles that are placed one on top of the other, requiring a longer tube to hold them. The advantage of a dipole array is that it has higher gain.

1.2.2.5 Parabolic Grid

A parabolic grid antenna is a very directional, dish-like antenna. Its parabolic reflector focuses the RF energy like a flashlight. Most of the time the radiating element is a dipole, but when combined with the dish, it becomes very directional with gain up to 24 dBi. Usually used in long point-to-point systems.

1.2.2.6 Yagi

A yagi antenna is a antenna that has an internal structure resembling that of typical antennas used for TV reception (a series of rods perpendicular to a main rod, making a triangular shape). This is a directional antenna with less gain than the PGA, typically around 13 dBi. It may be used in either point-to-point situations, or to cover a very long, narrow area in point-to-multi-point situations.

1.2.3 Antenna Performance Characteristics

1.2.3.1 Frequency

The frequency band within which the antenna performs at the stated specifications

1.2.3.2 Gain (dBi)

The relative amplification of the antenna with respect to an equivalent isotropic antenna, expressed on the decibel logarithmic scale.

1.2.3.3 Cable loss (dB)

The signal strength loss introduced by the cable connected to the antenna expressed on the decibel logarithmic scale.

1.2.3.4 Net gain (dBi)

The resulting amplification of the antenna paired with its cable.

1.2.3.5 Polarization

The orientation of the electrical field which the antenna is optimized to receive. If the transmitting and receiving antennas are both linear polarized, then turning one 90° so that they are cross polarized will reduce the range significantly.

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1.2.3.6 VSWR

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) is the ratio of maximum voltage to minimum voltage along the line. Expresses the degree of match between the transmission line and the terminating element (antenna). When VSWR is 1:1 the match is perfect, a VSWR of 1.5:1 corresponds to 96% power efficiency.

1.2.3.7 Azimuth 3dB Beamwidth

Width of the antenna beam on the horizontal plane expressed in degrees.

1.2.3.8 Elevation 3dB Beamwidth

Height of the antenna beam on the vertical plane expressed in degrees.

1.3 Antenna Accessories for Enterprise WLANs

Motorola Solutions offers a complete selection of antennas and accessories to ensure optimal coverage and performance for wireless LANs. Regardless of the size or layout of your environment, from a small office or storefront to campus-wide, multiple-site, indoor and outdoor deployments, Motorola Solutions offers the antennas, cables and accessories designed to fit your needs.

By combining this portfolio with a broad line of wireless switches, access ports, access points, client connectivity cards, ruggedized mobile voice/data devices and network management software, as well as wireless mobility planning and deployment services, Motorola Solutions offers comprehensive end-to-end wireless enterprise LAN solutions, giving you secure, reliable access to your critical business data and applications at the point of activity. For more information on Motorola Solutions's wireless products, visit

www.motorolasolutions.com.

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1.3.1 Choosing the Right Antenna and accessories for your WLAN

It is important to consider a number of factors when choosing an antenna and accessories for your Motorola Solutions enterprise WLAN. To choose the right components, you'll need to know:

• Where is the antenna to be installed, and what type of coverage is required. Knowing the intended radio band is central. Determine if the intended radio coverage area supports dual 2.4/5.2 band traffic. Has the antenuation of the coverage been discerned in respect to known barriers.

• The band (802.11b/g/n or 802.11a/n) your network supports

• Which Motorola Solutions AP to use

• Whether you will be deploying the network indoors or outdoors

• The distance between AP and antenna, to determine extender cable length, if any

• The serviceablity requirement for each AP and antenna deployment

Review the chart to determine which antennas suit your needs. Using the part numbers provided, determine which of the antennas will work with your hardware in your environment.

Product Compatibility

To find the right antenna and accessories for your deployment:

• Find your access point or access port model at the top of the chart (refer to the chart on the following page). Follow that column down to find the antennas, cables and lightning arrestors compatible with that model access port or access point. Write those part numbers down.

• Follow the row antenna across the table to the columns for the lightning arrestors and cables you wrote down to confirm that they compatible with the antenna you've chosen and determine if an adaptor is required to connect the two selected parts.

2.1 FCC Compliance

Motorola Solutions enterprise Access Points are approved by the FCC with the understanding that these devices are Professionally Installed. Under FCC regulations, this allows the Professional Installers the flexibility to configure the Access Points for each specific customers needs and insure a compliant installation. The antennas offered in our portfolio have different coverage patterns and antenna gains to meet the needs of different installation requirements and require careful planning. The Access Point transmitter power must be adjusted by the professional installer based on the specific antenna and other installation components used in the installation to ensure compliant operation.

A professional installer must:

• Have a good understanding of RF theory

• Be able to calculate a link budget for a given transmitter configuration. For example, Conducted Output Power + Cabling Losses + Mechanical Connection Losses + Antenna Gain = Output Power (This output power should be equal or lower than the Maximum Power as listed on the FCC Grant for a transmitter)

• Be familiar with both the mechanical and software tools required to configure and adjust the transmitter being installed

• Understand basic FCC regulations for the site specific location and installation requirements of the various radio products being installed

• Understand basic antenna operational theory and standard industry antenna installation practices

• Be certified by local authorities to install electrical devices.

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WARNING! OPERATING A TRANSMITTER THAT IS CONFIGURED FOR INDOOR USE IN AN OUTDOOR ENVIORNMENT IS AGAINST FCC REGULATIONS AND SUBJECT TO FCC ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS AGAINST BOTH THE INSTALLER AND THE OPERATOR.

2.1.1 Outdoor Access Point Installations

The FCC regulations for the indoor and outdoor installation are different; the professional installer must configure the Access Point transmitters accordingly. Products that are specifically intended to be placed outdoors are configured at the factory for compliant outdoor operation. Motorola Solutions recommends professional installers review the following to assess the legality of outdoor deplyments:

• If a transmitter is placed indoors but the antenna is placed outdoors, the FCC interprets this as an outdoor installation

• If a transmitter is placed indoors and the antenna is oriented to intentionally radiate outdoors, the FCC interprets this as an outdoor installation

• If the transmitter is placed on a loading dock or inside a covered stadium with a retractable cover, the FCC views this as an outdoor installation

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have an ongoing investigation of interference caused to Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR) systems operating in the 5600-5650 MHz band. TDWRs are used to detect wind shear and other weather conditions near airports.

The interference at most locations was attributed to fixed wireless transmitters operating outdoors in the vicinity of airports at high elevations that are line-of-sight to the TDWR installations (5 GHz network equipment).

In some instances, the interference was caused by equipment that was not properly certified or configured. In other instances, equipment was FCC certified nonetheless caused interference. The FCC has taken appropriate enforcement action in each of these cases.

If everything is determined to be compliant - the FCC orders the interfering transmitter turned off or adjustments be made such that there is no more interference; any non-compliance determined is resolved with an enforcement action.

On 14 OCTOBER 2010 the FCC published the following notice that requests that devices operating in the 5.4 GHz band located near the appended list of airports register these devices. A voluntary WISPA sponsored database has been developed that allows operators and installers to register the location information of the UNII devices operating outdoors in the 5470 - 5725 MHz band within 35 km of any TDWR location.

NOTE: Motorola Solutions strongly encourages the voluntary registration of all outdoor installations at http://www.spectrumbridge.com/udia/home.aspx

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2.2 FCC Approval Statement

Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and Technology Laboratory Division

Interim Plans to Approve UNII Devices Operating in the 5470 - 5725 MHz Band with Radar Detection and DFS Capabilities

The FCC, NTIA, FAA and industry are working to resolve interference to Terminal Doppler Weather Radar (TDWR) systems used near airports that has occurred from some outdoor wireless systems operating in the 5470 MHz – 5725 MHz band. These wireless devices are subject to Section 15.407 of our rules and when operating as a master device they are required to implement radar detection and DFS functions. We are continuing our work to develop long-term equipment authorization test procedures that will ensure that the devices comply with our rules that include protecting the TDWR operations. In the interim, the Commission will now allow certification of wireless master devices with radar detection function and with DFS capability, if they meet the following conditions:

• Devices will not transmit on channels which overlap the 5600 – 5650 MHz band.

• Devices intended for outdoor use will be further restricted, as follows:

• Devices must be professionally installed when operating in the 5470 – 5725 MHz band.

• Grantees must provide owners, operators and all such installers with specific instructions in their user’s manual on requirements to avoid interference to TDWRs and information that meets the following instructions:

• Any installation of either a master or a client device within 35 km of a TDWR location shall be

separated by at least 30 MHz (center-to-center) from the TDWR operating frequency (as shown in the attached table)

The devices subject to the requirements in this KDB can select the initial channel for operation to avoid

3, 4

, and 5.

TDWRs and apply the Uniform Channel Spreading requirements (see FCC 06-96 in ET Docket 03-122 released June 30, 2006) on the remaining available frequency band of operation. All the other test procedures including the test radar patterns remain the same at the present time. A revision to the measurement procedure with modification to the Uniform Channel Spreading requirement and other changes will be released in the future. The Commission will also address the issue of any field upgrade option at that time.

The grantee must identify the specific expertise and the training required by the installers for installing

these types of devices.

In some instances it is possible that a device may be within 35 km of multiple TDWRs. In this case the device must ensure that it avoids operation within 30 MHz for each of the TDWRs. This requirement applies even if the master is outside the 35 km radius but communicates with outdoor clients which may be within the 35 km radius of the TDWRs.

The requirement for ensuring 30 MHz frequency separation is based on the best information available to date. If interference is not eliminated, a distance limitation based on line-of-sight from TDWR will need to be used. In addition, devices with bandwidths greater than 20 MHz may require greater frequency separation.

• Procedures for the installers and the operators on how to register the devices in the industry-sponsored database with the appropriate information regarding the location and operation of the device and installer information is included.

• Devices must meet all of the other requirements specified in Section 15.407, and it is prohibited to include configuration controls (e.g. country code settings or other options to modify DFS functions) to change the frequency of operations to any frequency other than those specified on the grant of certification for US operation.

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• All applications for equipment authorization must clearly show compliance with all of the technical requirements under worst case parameters, under user or operator control, based on frame rates, listen/talk ratios and user data transfer conditions.

All the devices subject to the DFS requirements must be submitted to the Commission’s Laboratory Division for pre-grant testing and equipment authorization.

The applicant must ensure that all equipment authorization applications subject to this interim procedure include appropriate attestations that the device has no option to change the DFS parameters and that transmissions are disabled at least in the 5600 – 5650 MHz band. The application must include the user’s manual with the appropriate installation and operations requirements for the installers and operators.

We are continuing to evaluate additional measures that may need to be taken to further ensure against interference caused by 5 GHz outdoor wireless systems located near airports. While manufacturers have an obligation to ensure that their equipment complies with FCC rules, and must take steps to ensure their devices are unlikely to cause harmful interference, Section 15.5 of the Commission’s rules also places an obligation on users of devices to avoid causing interference and to correct any interference that may occur. We encourage the manufacturers to include information for the users, including the operators and installers, to ensure that they understand that it is incumbent on them to cooperate with manufacturers to implement any changes necessary to facilitate compliance.

Devices may be optionally designed not to transmit on channels which overlap 5570 – 5680 MHz instead of requiring installers to perform site-by-site adjustments. In that case it is still required that the devices should be installed professionally and the procedures for registering the device in the industry database should be included in the Users Manual.

A voluntary WISPA sponsored database has been developed that allows operators and installers to register the location information of the UNII devices operating outdoors in the 5470 – 5725 MHz band within 35 km of any TDWR location (see http://www.spectrumbridge.com/udia/home.aspx). This database may be used by government agencies in order to expedite resolution of any interference to TDWRs.

For example, device software must not have any country code options or software configuration settings which allow an end user to modify the DFS operation or impact the performance of DFS. See KDB 594280.

The TCBs are not permitted to approve transmitters with radar detection capabilities. See KDB 628591.

9 The manufacturers may consider taking steps providing clear instructions to operators and installers of devices as to the need to comply with rules for use of the band, guidance on registration of devices and any other processes that are designed to avoid interference. They may use methods that include, but are not limited to, instructions in manuals, notification on product web pages and service bulletins issued for products in the field.

TDWR Location Information*

TERRAIN ELEVATION

STATE CITY LONGITUDE LATITUDE FREQUENCY

AZ PHOENIX W 112 09 46 N 33 25 14 5610 MHz 1024 64

CO DENVER W 104 31 35 N 39 43 39 5615 MHz 5643 64

FL FT LAUDERDALE W 080 20 39 N 26 08 36 5645 MHz 7 113

FL MIAMI W 080 29 28 N 25 45 27 5605 MHz 10 113

FL ORLANDO W 081 19 33 N 28 20 37 5640 MHz 72 97

FL TAMPA W 082 31 04 N 27 51 35 5620 MHz 14 80

FL WEST PALM

BEACH

W 080 16 23 N 26 41 17 5615 MHz 20 113

(MSL) [ft]

ANTENNA HEIGHT ABOVE TERRAIN [ft]

Product Compatibility 2-5

STATE CITY LONGITUDE LATITUDE FREQUENCY

TERRAIN ELEVATION (MSL) [ft]

ANTENNA HEIGHT ABOVE TERRAIN [ft]

GS ATLANTA W 084 15 44 N 33 38 48 5615 MHz 962 113

IL MCCOOK W 087 51 31 N 41 47 50 5615 MHz 646 97

IL CRESTWOOD W 087 43 47 N 41 39 05 5645 MHz 663 113

IN INDIANAPOLIS W 086 26 08 N 39 38 14 5605 MHz 751 97

KS WICHITA W 097 26 13 N 37 30 26 5603 MHz 1270 80

KY COVINGTON

W 084 34 48 N 38 53 53 5610 MHz 942 97

CINNCINNATI

KY LOUISVILLE W 085 36 38 N 38 02 45 5646 MHz 617 113

LA NEW ORLEANS W 090 24 11 N 30 01 18 5645 MHz 2 97

MA BOSTON W 070 56 01 N 42 09 30 5610 MHz 151 113

MD BRANYWINE W 076 50 42 N 38 41 43 5635 MHz 233 113

MD BENFIELD W 076 37 48 N 39 05 23 5645 MHz 184 113

MD CLINTON W 076 57 43 N 38 45 32 5615 MHz 249 97

MI DETROIT W 083 30 54 N 42 06 40 5615 MHz 656 113

MN MINNEAPOLIS W 092 55 58 N 44 52 17 5610 MHz 1040 80

MO KANSAS CITY W 094 44 31 N 39 29 55 5605 MHz 1040 64

MO SAINT LOUIS W 090 29 21 N 38 48 20 5610 MHz 551 97

MS DESOTO

W 089 59 33 N 34 53 45 5610 MHz 371 113

COUNTY

NC CHARLOTTE W 080 53 06 N 35 20 14 5608 MHz 757 113

NC RALEIGH

W 078 41 50 N 36 00 07 5647 MHz 400 113

DURHAM

NJ WOODBRIDGE W 074 16 13 N 40 35 37 5620 MHz 19 113

NJ PENNSAUKEN W 075 04 12 N 39 56 57 5610 MHz 39 113

NV LAS VEGAS W 115 00 26 N 36 08 37 5645 MHz 1995 64

NY FLOYD BENNETT

W 073 52 49 N 40 35 20 5647 MHz 8 97

FIELD

OH DAYTON W 084 07 23 N 40 01 19 5640 MHz 922 97

OH CLEVELAND W 082 00 28 N 41 17 23 5645 MHz 817 113

OH COLUMBUS W 082 42 55 N 40 00 20 5605 MHz 1037 113

OK AERO. CTR

W 097 37 31 N 35 24 19 5610 MHz 1285 80

TDWR #1

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TERRAIN ELEVATION

STATE CITY LONGITUDE LATITUDE FREQUENCY

OK AERO. CTR

TDWR #2

OK TULSA W 095 49 34 N 36 04 14 5605 MHz 712 113

OK OKLAHOMA

CITY

PA HANOVER W 080 29 10 N 40 30 05 5615 MHz 1266 113

PR SAN JUAN W 066 10 46 N 18 28 26 5610 MHz 59 113

TN NASHVILLE W 086 39 42 N 35 58 47 5605 MHz 722 97

TX HOUSTON

INTERCONTL

TX PEARLAND W 095 14 30 N 29 30 59 5645 MHz 36 80

TX DALLAS LOVE

FIELD

TX LEWISVILLE

DFW

W 097 37 43 N 35 23 34 5620 MHz 1293 97

W 097 30 36 N 35 16 34 5603 MHz 1195 64

W 095 34 01 N 30 03 54 5605 MHz 154 97

W 096 58 06 N 32 55 33 5608 MHz 541 80

W 096 55 05 N 33 03 53 5640 MHz 554 31

(MSL) [ft]

ANTENNA HEIGHT ABOVE TERRAIN [ft]

UT SALT LAKE CITY W 111 55 47 N 40 58 02 5610 MHz 4219 80

VA LEESBURG W 077 31 46 N 39 05 02 5605 MHz 361 113

WI MILWAUKEE W 088 02 47 N 42 49 10 5603 MHz 820 113

2.3 FCC USA Compaibility Matrix

The following (on the next page) displays Motorola Solutions FCC approved AP radio, antenna, cable and accessory combinations for use in the United States:

Product Compatibility 2-7

AP Radios Cables LAs

AP300 (H9PWSAP5100)

AP300 B/G (H9PWSAP5200bg)

AP-5131 (H9PA5131)

AP-5181 (H9PA5181)

AP-7131 ABGN (US7AP7131)

ML-2499-11PNA2-01R * * 3X333XX 1111* 222

AP-7131N AGBN (UZ7AP7131NAP-650 (UZ7MB82)

ML-2499-5PNL-72-N 88* X77X XX AAAAX *** ML-2499-7PNA2-01R * * 3X33XXX 1111* 222 ML-2499-APA2-01 * * XX333** XXXXX XXX ML-2499-BPNA3-01R 99XX55 XXX ****XX* X ML-2499-BYGA2-01R 996X55XXX ****XX* X ML-2499-FHPA5-01R 889* 7 7 7XX AAAAX

2.4 GHz5 GHzDual ML-2499-FHPA9-01R 88X* 7 7 7 XX AAAAX

ML-2499-HPA3-01R * * 3X333** 1111* 222 ML-2499-PNAHD-01R * * 3X33XXX 1111* 222 ML-2499-SD3-01R * * XX333** 1111* 222 ML-5299-APA1-01R * X * X ***** XXXXX XXX ML-5299-BYGA15-012 XXXXX* XXX ****X ML-5299-FHPA10-01R XXX* XX* XX AAAAX ML-5299-FHPA6-01R XXX****XX AAAAX ML-5299-HPA1-01R * X * X ***** 4444X 555

Antennas

ML-5299-PTA1-01R * XXX***** 4444X 555 ML-5299-WPNA1-01R * X * X **XXX 4444X 555 ML-2452-APA2-01 * * * X ***** XXXXX XXX ML-2452-APA2-02 * * * X ***** XXXXX XXX ML-2452-PNA5-01R * * X

* 777** AAAA X ML-2452-PNA7-01R XXX* 7 7XX X AAAAX ML-2452-PTA2M3X3-1 XXXX**XXX ML-2452-PTA3M3-036 XXXX***** ML-2452-HPA5-036 XXXX***** ML-2452-PNL9M3-036 XXXX**XXX ML-2452-APA6J-01 XXXXXXXXX ML-2452-APAG2A1-01 XXXXXXX** ML-2452-APAG2A1-02 XXXXXXX**

AP-621 (UZ7AP6)

AP-6521 (UZ7AP6)

ML-1499-100JK-01R

ML-1499-10JK-01R

ML-1499-25JK-01R

ML-1499-50JK-01R

ML-1499-72PJ-01R

ML-1499-LAK1-01R

ML-1499-LAK2-01R

ML-2452-LAK1-01R

ML-1499-LAK1-01R X * X XXX ****X ML-1499-LAK2-01R XXX XXX ****X

LAsCables

ML-2452-LAK1-01R * X **X * ****X

ML-1499-100JK-01R 7X7* 777 ML-1499-10JK-01R 7X7* 777 ML-1499-25JK-01R 7X7* 777 ML-1499-50JK-01R 7X7* 777 ML-1499-72PJ-01R * * XXXXX

1 ML-1499-RBNCA1-01R 2 ML-1499-RBNCA2-01R 3 25-72178-01 4 25-90262-01R 5 25-90263-01R 6 25-85391-01R 7 25-85392-01R

must use ML-1499-LAK1-01R

8 9 25-97261-01R A 25-99175-01R

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2.4 Antenna Suite Summary

The following aligns Motorola Solutions antenna suite with their respective part numbers, description, band,

Product Compatibility 2-9

gain, mounting orientation, radiation patterns, outdoor versus indoor deployment and plenum rating.

only)

(Cable

Plenum

rated

Outdoor

Directionals

Peak

Gain(dBi)

(Note1) Mount Az BW

Omnidirectionals

Outdoor

Patch

Part Number Description Cable

ML-5299-APA1-01R ANT:5.5 GHz, DP AJ,CBL 0,SMARP-F none 2 S 360 No No

ML-5299-PTA1-01R ANT:5.5 GHz, PTCH,CBL 36",SMARP-F 36 in 4.6 H 360 No Yes

ML-5299-HPA1-01R ANT:5.5 GHz, DPA,CBL 36",RPSMA-F 36 in 5 V 360 Yes Yes

ML-5299-FHPA6-01R ANT:4.9-5.9 GHz, FIXED DP, TYPE N-M none 6 V 360 Yes No

ML-5299-FHPA10-01R ANT:5.8 GHz, FIXED DP, TYPE N-M none 8 V 360 Yes No

ML-5299-WPNA1-01R ANT:5.5 GHz, PNL,CBL 36",RPSMA-F 36 in 12.5 V 31 Yes TBD

ML-5299-BYGA15-012 ANT: Yagi 4.9-5.5GHz 36 in 13.9 V 31 Yes No

ML-2499-APA2-01 ANT:OMNI,2400-2500MHz none 2 S 60 No No

ML-2499-HPA3-01R ANT:S24,DP,CBL 48",BNCRP-F 48 in 3.3 V 360 Yes TBD

ML-2499-SD3-01R ANT:S24,PTCH,CBL 48",BNCRP-F 48 in 3.5 H 360 No Yes

ML-2499-PNAHD-01R ANT:S24,PNL,CBL 48",BNCRP-F 48 in 6.3 V 55 No TBD

ML-2499-7PNA2-01R ANT:2.4GHz,INDOOR,65 DEGREE PNL 48 in 6.3 V 60 No Yes

ML-2499-5PNL-72-N ANT:2.4GHz,PNL,LP,CBL 72",TYPE N 72 in 5.5 V 135 Yes Yes

ML-2499-11PNA2-01R ANT:S24,SECTR PNL,CBL 96",BNCRP-F 96 in 8.5 V 97 No Yes

ML-2499-FHPA5-01R ANT:2.4GHz,FIXED DP,TYPE N-M none 5 V 360 Yes No

ML-2499-FHPA9-01R ANT:2.4GHz,FIXED DP,TYPE N-M none 6 V 360 Yes No

ML-2499-BPNA3-01R ANT:S24,PNL,CBL 12",TYP N-F 12 in 13.9 V 31 Yes TBD

ML-2499-BYGA2-01R ANT:S24,YAGI,CBL 12",TYP N-F 12 in 14.1 V 34 Yes TBD

ML-2499-BPDA1-01R ANT:S24,DISH,TYP N-F none 23.5 V 10 Yes TBD

ML-2452-PTA2M3X3-1 ANT:11ABG,AP7131,MIMO3X3,1IN,RPSMA n/a 3 / 5 S 360 No No

ML-2452-APA2-01 ANT:2.4-5.2GHz DUALBAND,DP,SMARP-F none 6 / 7 S 360 No No

ML-2452-PTA3M3-036 ANT:11ABG,MIMO3,PTCH,36IN,RPSMA 36 in 3 / 7 H 360 No Yes

ML-2452-PNA5-36R ANT:DUAL BAND PANEL,RP-SMA(M) 36 in 4 / 6 V 60 TBD Yes

ML-2452-PNA5-01R ANT:2.4/5 GHz,SECTOR 120,TYPE N-M 12 in 4.5 / 5 V 120 Yes Yes

ML-2452-PNA7-01R ANT:2.4/5 GHz,SECTOR 60,TYPE N-M 12 in 7 / 9 V 60 Yes Yes

ML-2452-HPA5-036 ANT:11ABG,DP,CBL 36",RPSMA-M 36 in 2.9 /4.9 V 360 Yes No

ML-2452-PNL9M3-036 ANT: MIMO DUAL BAND SECTOR 36 in 11 / 14 V 75 Yes Yes

ML-2452-APA6J-01 ANT:DUAL BAND, DP AJ, RP-SMA none -6 / -8 S 360 No No

H - ceiling mount (Patches)

V - Wall or mast mount (Panels, Yagi, Dishes)

S - Switchable (elbow jointed)

Note 1: Peak Gain does not include cable loss.

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2.4 GHz Single Band Antenna Suite

3.1 Supported 802.11b/g/n Antenna Suite

Motorola Solutions supports numerous single-band 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n antennas to suit the requirements of your unique access point or access port deployment. Check the Motorola Solutions Web site periodically, as newly supported 802.11b/g/n antennas will be added to this document as they are released. For more information, go to

ttp://support.symbol.com/support/product/manuals.do.

For detailed information on supported 802.11b/g/n antenna models, refer to:

• ML-2499-5PNL-72-N Outdoor 135° Panel Antenna: Male Connector

• ML-2499-7PNA2-01R Indoor 60° Diversity Panel: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-11PNA2-01R 97°Sector Panel: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-APA2-01R Indoor Rubber Flex, Elbow Joint Dipole: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-BPDA1-01R Outdoor 10°High-Gain Dish: 20.5 N Female

• ML-2499-BPNA3-01R Outdoor 35° High-Gain Directional Panel: Type N - Female

• ML-2499-BYGA2-01R Outdoor 35° High-Gain Directional Yagi: N Female

• ML-2499-HPA3-01R High Performance Omni-Directional "Pipe" Antenna: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-PNAHD-01R Indoor 55°Directional Panel: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-SD3-01R Low Profile Ceiling/Surface Mount Omni-Directional Patch: RP-BNC Male

• ML-2499-FHPA5-01R Omni-Directional "Pipe" Antenna: N Male Connector

• ML-2499-FHPA9-01R High Performance Fixed Point Dipole: Male Connector

NOTE: For examples on how various antenna and connectors are deployed in a 2.4 GHz AP-5131 installation, see 2.4 GHz AP-5131 Antenna Connections.

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3.1.1 ML-2499-5PNL-72-N Outdoor 135° Panel Antenna: Male Connector

Type Panel

Frequency 2400-2500 MHz

Gain (dBi) 5

Polarization Linear, Vertical

Azimuth 3dB Beamwidth: 135°

Elevation 3dB Beamwidth: 56°

Cable Length (in.) 72

Cable Type RG-58 Ultralink

Connector Type Type N Male

Weight 0.5 lb

Plenum Antenna No

Plenum Cable Yes

Outdoor Rated Yes

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3.1.2 ML-2499-7PNA2-01R Indoor 60° Diversity Panel: RP-BNC Male

Type Panel x 2 (Diversity)

Frequency 2400-2500 MHz

Gain (dBi) 6.5

Polarization Linear, Vertical

Azimuth 3dB Beamwidth: 80°

Elevation 3dB Beamwidth: 55°

Cable Length (in.) 48

Cable Type RG-58 Ultralink

Connector Type RP-BNC Male x 2

Weight 0.6 lbs

Plenum Antenna No

Plenum Cable Yes

Outdoor Rated No

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3.1.3 ML-2499-11PNA2-01R 97°Sector Panel: RP-BNC Male

Type Panel

Frequency 2400-1500 MHz

Gain (dBi) 11

Polarization Linear, Vertical

Azimuth 3dB Beamwidth: 120°

Elevation 3dB Beamwidth: 13°

Cable Length (in.) 96

Cable Type RG-58 Ultralink

Connector Type RP-BNC Male

Weight 1.5 lb

Plenum Antenna No

Plenum Cable Yes

Outdoor Rated Yes

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