Installing AirMux-200 Units
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Quick Start Guide
Installation of AirMux-200 should be carried out only by a qualified technician. If you
are familiar with AirMux-200, use this guide to prepare the units for operation.
1. Installing AirMux-200 Units
Equipment Required:
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RJ-45 crimp tool (If pre-assembled cable is not used)
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Drill (for wall mounting only)
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IDU and ODU grounding cable
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13 mm or 1/2
″
socket spanner
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ODU to IDU cable if not ordered (Outdoor class, CAT-5e, 4 twisted pairs)
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Cable ties
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Laptop running Windows 2000 or Windows XP
Before the installation
1. Verify that all equipment and tools are available.
2. Use the
Link Budget Calculator Utility
in order to calculate the expected
performance of the link, operating at the system requirements.
The Link Budget Calculator Utility can be found on the Technical Documentation
CD-ROM
3. Install the AirMux-200 software on the laptop; the installation takes a few
minutes.
The software installation leaves the AirMux Manager icon on the desktop.
Performing Installation
To install the ODU:
1. At site A, route the ODU cable from the ODU location (on the roof) to the IDU
location (inside the building). The maximum length is 100m.
2. Mount the ODU unit to the mast or wall, using the mounting kit and mounting
instructions.
Do not tightly secure the ODU until the alignment process is complete.
When installing the ODU is important to check that there are no direct obstructions in
front of the ODU between the two link sites.
3. Verify that the ODU mounting brackets are connected to ground.
4. Connect the ODU chassis ground to ground.
Notes