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Contents

About this Guide....................................................................... 5

Chapter 1 GS202xE/GS422xE/GS4227 GigaSpire Overview .. 7

Agency Listing ......................................................................................................... 10

Site Preparation ....................................................................................................... 13

Before you Begin ..................................................................................................... 14

Introduction .............................................................................................................. 14

Chapter 2 Installation ............................................................ 15

Installation Tips ....................................................................................................... 15

Installation Variables ............................................................................................... 16

Unpacking the GigaSpire ........................................................................................ 17

Tabletop Mounting Dimensions ............................................................................. 18

Wall Mounting Dimensions ..................................................................................... 19

Tabletop Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST ............................................................. 19

Wall Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST ..................................................................... 20

Additional Mounting Considerations ..................................................................... 22

Summary of Contents for GigaSpire BLAST u12

Page 1: ...GigaSpire BLAST u6 u12 Installation Guide November 2021 220 01209 11 ...

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Page 3: ... Overview 7 Agency Listing 10 Site Preparation 13 Before you Begin 14 Introduction 14 Chapter 2 Installation 15 Installation Tips 15 Installation Variables 16 Unpacking the GigaSpire 17 Tabletop Mounting Dimensions 18 Wall Mounting Dimensions 19 Tabletop Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST 19 Wall Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST 20 Additional Mounting Considerations 22 ...

Page 4: ...up and Testing 25 BLAST Reset Behavior 25 Powering the GigaSpire BLAST No UPS 27 Optional Mounting the UPS 27 Connecting to the Internet 29 LED States GigaSpire Turn up 31 LED States WPS Functionality 32 LED States Miscellaneous Controls 34 LED States Alexa 35 LED States u6 1 u6 2 u6x 36 GigaMesh LED Behavior 37 ...

Page 5: ...are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interferen...

Page 6: ...RUCTIONS When using your equipment basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water For example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Use only the power cord indicated in this manual For external power supplies the extern...

Page 7: ...ng functions that support speeds up to Gigabit symmetrically WAN throughput with two LAN and WAN Gigabit Ethernet GE ports for IPTV video and data services With the release of EXOS R21 2 the GigaSpire BLAST GS4227 is now available This BLAST u6x is a new generation smart home system that integrates optical network termination ONT and residential gateway functionality into a single system It suppor...

Page 8: ...ces These GigaSpires use the latest 802 11ax 2 4 and 5 GHz technology incorporating 12x12 streams 4x4 2 4 GHz and 8x8 5 GHz of Wi Fi delivery on the model BLASTu12 and BLASTu12x while the BLASTu6 1 u6 2 provide 2x2 2 4 GHz and 4x4 5 GHz streams In addition with multi user multiple input and multiple output MU MIMO and beamforming the GS2026E GS4227E GigaSpire allows service providers to extend the...

Page 9: ...OS software is to be installed With Gateway and Mesh units they form a mesh network GS2020E GS2026E GigaSpire BLAST u12 u12x Power In 2 Pin Barrel 8526 Reset Audio GS2026E only USB 2 0 Ethernet WAN Ethernet LAN WPS _ Top View GS2026E only u12x Volume Up Volume Down Volume Mute Action Button Light Bar GigaSpire BLAST GigaSpire BLASTu12x u12 GS4220E GigaSpire BLAST u6 1 u6 2 shown 8100 Top View GS42...

Page 10: ...ly with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However...

Page 11: ... appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux exigences en matière d émissions par rayonnement telles que définies dans la norme canadienne NMB 003 Power Cables The unit must be powered by an external power source as follows CE marked EU FCC US UL listed power source marked Class II Limited Power Source LPS and rated output between 10 15 VDC 12 VDC nominal 1 Amp minimum Power Cable Specificatio...

Page 12: ... destiné à être alimenté par un adaptateur d alimentation homologué ou une source d énergie CC marqués L P S ou Source d énergie limitée d une puissance nominale de 12 VDC de 3 A minimum ATM 40 C altitude minimale de 3 048 m Pour réduire les éventuels problèmes de sécurité seul l adaptateur d alimentation ou la batterie de secours fourni avec le produit un adaptateur d alimentation de remplacement...

Page 13: ...ct power adapters can result in injury Site Preparation Before you install any GigaSpire you need to consider the routing of the power adapter cord and Ethernet cable if used Note It is critical that you maintain the proper airflow in and around the unit GigaSpire devices are designed for surface mounting only Do not install cabinetry or other building material around the outside of the unit Power...

Page 14: ...gaSpire BLAST u6 1 GigaSpire BLAST u6 x GigaSpire BLAST u12 GigaSpire BLAST u12x All BLAST units above are designed to be placed in a horizontal table top configuration or can be wall mounted using the optional wall mount bracket Powering Options By attaching to any 110 220 VAC power outlet using the supplied 12 VDC wall transformer For the BLAST u6 1 u6 2 and u6 x a UPS may be used In this config...

Page 15: ...d properly Check the contents of each box carefully as you receive them Components may not be located where you might expect them due to certain items being tested immediately before shipment About Wi Fi Placement Certain building materials are particularly effective at blocking Wi Fi signals see table below and should be considered when locating the GigaSpire Line of sight is not necessary since ...

Page 16: ...nuation the better the performance Installation Variables Before installing the GigaSpire consider what additional services may be implemented Various access points are available on the back of the unit which may or may not be used Prior to determining the unit s final location you need to account for the following variables Optional Where will the Ethernet cable be routed What type of building ma...

Page 17: ...dually in its own carton and contains the following 1 GigaSpire BLASTu12 or BLASTu12X or BLASTu6 1 or BLASTu6 2 1 Power Adapter interface cord wall wart 1 Safety and Regulatory Statements Guide 2 Product Identification Labels with Login Credentials After opening the carton remove the protective packaging ensure all components above are present and prepare for mounting the unit ...

Page 18: ...h Calix Tabletop Mounting Dimensions Dimensions for tabletop mounting of a GigaSpire are included here for reference GigaSpire Tabletop Mounting Dimensions 8527 u6 1 8 5 High 4 75 inches 12 2 cm GigaSpire BLASTu12 Shown u6 2 8 5 High u6x 9 9 High u12 8 5 High u12x 8 5 High 4 75 12 2 cm ...

Page 19: ...ew Provided in Bracket Kit Note 2 pin or 8 pin power adapter is 4 9 1 5m long Tabletop Mounting the GigaSpire BLAST Any Calix GigaSpire BLAST can be mounted flat on a tabletop in a tower configuration Four 4 rubberized feet are pre installed on the bottom of the unit to provide a non skid surface when placing the GigaSpire on a table or shelf Keep the following information in mind when considering...

Page 20: ... mind when considering wall mounting Locate the BLAST on the wall in a location that is unlikely to be bumped or jostled Make sure that the Ethernet cable s if used and power supply wiring attached to the GigaSpire are secured properly and out of harms way Note Once the GigaSpire is connected and turned up Wi Fi network parameters are persisted in memory For this reason if power is lost to the Gig...

Page 21: ...and attach the bracket using two 8 screws 4 Thread the GigaSpire on to the bracket using the captive M6 screw on the bracket 5 Attach Ethernet cable s to the GigaSpire and route them to the upstream downstream devices 6 Attach the power supply wiring to the GigaSpire and route to the power source 7 Secure all wiring conforming to local code GigaSpire BLAST Connections 6809 AC Power to UPS 110 220 ...

Page 22: ...ose include cable ties and velcro straps for routing cable out of the way Also custom made wall plates are often used where the majority of cabling is hidden behind a wall Example Wiring Scenario Custom Plate LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LA N 4 WAN 1 POTS 1 POTS 2 To Upstream Router To Downstream POTS Devices x2 To Downstream Ethernet Devices x4 VAC to 12VDC Power to Upstream GigaSpire BLAST 8219 EXAMPLE WIRING...

Page 23: ...l Ethernet ports or POTS ports in the home In this particular deployment a UPS is not being used and as such only the 2 pin barrel connector is needed for powering the GigaSpire LAN1 LAN 2 LAN 3 LAN4 WAN 1 POTS 1 POTS 2 8219 EXAMPLE WIRING SCENARIO Upstream Router Calix 803G GigaPoint Local Convergence Point Fiber POTS Internet Source Incoming Power 12 VDC Utility Closet 8100 Gigabit LAN Ethernet ...

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Page 25: ... each of these functions as described in this topic Calix defines these functions and behaviors as follows 1 Basic reset reboot Restarts the router 2 Configuration reset Resets the RG configuration settings those visible to the subscriber Admin user in the EWI such as SSIDs LAN IP scope etc to defaults but retains operator configured management settings those visible only to the Support user in th...

Page 26: ...a soft reset All configuration information persists Device goes offline for 2 3 minutes while reboot process completes Configuration Reset Hardware Press and hold Reset button 10 seconds Router or satellite reboots RG configuration and subscriber s custom settings reset to defaults Service provider applied management settings persist Reset button must be pressed and held until LEDs flash after abo...

Page 27: ...sequence GigaSpire BLAST Power Connection Power In 2 Pin Barrel 7886 Optional Mounting the UPS Prior to putting the GigaSpire into service the UPS must be mounted to ensure the low voltage power cord that is connected between the UPS and the GigaSpire is long enough to span the distance between the two devices Depending on your configuration power cords of varying lengths may be included The AC po...

Page 28: ...and must be installed in a location with adequate airflow Make sure the UPS is not installed under water pipes which may leak or drip from condensation Reference The UPS must be located less than 50 feet 15 2 meters from the GigaSpire when using an 18 AWG Type I power cord or less than 70 feet 21 3 meters from the GigaSpire when using 16 AWG Type II power cord 1 Unpack the UPS and associated hardw...

Page 29: ...94 Battery Compartment Door Detent AC Power Cord Power Alarm Signal Cable Connection 7 Unpack the battery and slide it into the UPS housing 8 Attach the battery leads to the battery red to red black to black 9 Re install the battery cover Connecting to the Internet The method by which the GigaSpire is deployed will impact the internet connection With power applied to the GigaSpire BLAST perform th...

Page 30: ...d to the upstream WAN modem At start up GigaSpire Wi Fi radios are defaulted to on To configure your GigaSpire connect an Ethernet cable between your PC and the LAN port of your GigaSpire and enter the default IP Address of the device 192 168 1 1 into your browser Wi Fi radios can be configured using the default settings SSID Printed on the product label in the gift box CXNKxxxxxxxx Number of radi...

Page 31: ...on Note LED is off 8762 Booting Up Software Upgrade in Process Unit is in the boot up process or service software is being upgraded Flashes orange every second assuming software has taken over Note LED is on 8759 Boot up Failure Boot up failed assuming software has taken over Note Cycles at 8 10 of a second Note LED is on 8761 Connected to Internet Unit has successfully booted up local services ar...

Page 32: ...radios 5 GHz band by initializing a similar WPS function on the other device or mesh satellite thereby creating an association with the Gateway SSID and the mesh satellite When the Gateway and the mesh satellite are successfully paired they will have the same primary SSID 2 4 and 5 GHz Sequence of WPS operation 1 Press WPS button a single time 3 seconds in a 10 second window according to SW conven...

Page 33: ...nabled upon pressing the WPS a single time The device will stay in pairing mode for 120 seconds During this time other Wi Fi capable devices can be paired to the Gateway Wi Fi radios 5 0 GHz band by initializing a similar WPS function on the other unit or mesh satellite thereby creating an association with the Gateway SSID and the mesh satellite When the Gateway and the mesh satellite are successf...

Page 34: ...eturns to GigaSpire behavior when done Alexa System Alarm Alexa is not functional Alarm status is triggered after The Wake word is uttered and there is no response from Alexa Cloud The local Internet connection has been lost Note All four LED s on Note Toggles three times only at 62 seconds before returning to GigaSpire LED status Mute Microphone Applies to the square LED on the top of the 2026E G...

Page 35: ...ading news reading e books Note All four LED s affected Note GigaSpire LED status s return once Alexa activities are complete Alexa Notifications Alexa notifications have arrived One 62 second burst followed by an off cycle same duration for each received notification Note All four LED s affected Note Toggles for 62 seconds between yellow and off Alexa Notifications Queued Alexa Notifications have...

Page 36: ...tware is being upgraded Flashing ever 1 second assuming software can control the LED Off Orange Cycles 1000 msec Boot up Failure Unit boot up has failed assuming software can control the LED Off Red Cycles 800 msec Unit Status Power up Status Function LED Status Off Power is off The unit has not been turned on or There is no power to the unit or The UPS battery has been discharged and there is ins...

Page 37: ...tay in pairing mode for 120 seconds During this time other Wi Fi capable devices can be paired to the GS202xE Gateway Wi Fi radios 5 GHz band by initializing a similar WPS function on the other GS202xE or GM1020 mesh satellite thereby creating an association with the Gateway SSID and the mesh satellite When the Gateway and the mesh satellite are successfully paired they will have the same primary ...

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