Accton Technology Edge-Core OD200, User Manual

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Installing the OD200
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ODU Installation
The ODU includes its own bracket kit for mounting the unit to a 1 to 4 inch diameter
steel pole or tube. The pole-mounting bracket allows the unit to be mounted to part
of a radio mast or tower structure.
Caution:
The planning and installation of the ODU requires professional personnel
that are trained in the installation of radio transmitting equipment. The user
is responsible for compliance with local regulations concerning items such
as building safety codes, use of lightning arrestors, and grounding.
Therefore, you must consult a professional contractor knowledgeable in
local radio regulations prior to equipment installation.
ODU Location
The ODU should be installed outdoors, mounted to a pole using the included
mounting bracket. When selecting an suitable location for the unit, consider these
points:
• The ODU should be installed where it can provide a direct, or near line of sight with
the WiMAX base station. Normally, the higher the unit placement, the better the link
quality.
• Make sure there are no other radio antennas within 2 m (6 ft) of the ODU.
• Place the ODU away from power and telephone lines.
• Avoid placing the ODU too close to any metallic, refective surfaces, such as
roof-installed air-conditioning equipment, wire fences, or water pipes.
Mount the Unit
The ODU’s pole-mounting bracket attaches directly to the ODU using two long
threaded bolts. The bracket has V-shaped edges on one side that clamp the unit to a
pole. The bracket allows the ODU’s built-in antenna to be mounted to a pole in either
a vertical or horizontal polarization direction.
Perform the following steps to mount the unit to a 1 to 4 inch diameter steel pole or
tube using the mounting bracket:
1. Attach the two threaded bolts to the back of the ODU using a flat screwdriver.
Make sure you use the correct threaded holes for the required polarization.
Note: Antennas in a wireless link must be mounted in the same polarization direction.