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Connecting Cisco EHWIC-3G-EVDO-x to the Network

  Connecting an Antenna to EHWIC-3G-EVDO

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Connecting Cisco EHWIC-3G-EVDO-

x

 to the Network

Table 3

 lists insertion loss information for the ultra-low-loss (ULL) LMR 400 extension cables available 

from Cisco for use with 3G EHWIC antennas.

3G-ACC-OUT-LA 
(Lightning Arrestor)

Lightning Arrestor

800 MHz to 2200 
MHz

This is a quarter-wave lightning protector with 
integrated high-pass filter. 

For more information, see 

Cisco 3G Lightning 

Arrestor (3G-ACC-OUT-LA)

3G-ACC-OUT-COMBO

Lightning Arrestor 
and antenna

N/A

Multi-Band Outdoor Omnidirectional Antenna 
Mast/Wall Mount (3G-ACC-OUT-OM) and 3G 
Outdoor Antenna Lightning Arrestor 
(3G-ACC-OUT-LA)

4G-ANTM-OM-CM

Low Profile
Surface Mount 
Omnidirectonal

698 MHz–2690 MHz This is a ceiling mount omnidirectional antenna that 

can be used in any of the 3G or 4G bands (that is, any 
of the 700/800/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 MHz 
bands).

For more information, see 

Cisco 4G Indoor 

Ceiling-Mount Omnidirectional Antenna 
(4G-ANTM-OM-CM)

.

Table 2

Cisco Antennas Supported on the 3G Wireless EHWIC Cards (continued)

Cisco Part Number

Antenna Type

Maximum Gain and 
Frequency Range

Description

Table 3

Cisco Extension Cables for Use with Antennas

Cisco Product Number

Cable Length

Insertion Loss

Frequency (MHz)

3G-CAB-ULL-20

20 ft (6 m)

1.50 dB max.

2100 

3G-CAB-ULL-50

50 ft (15 m)

3.50 dB max.

2100

3G-CAB-LMR240-25

25 ft (7.5 m)

3.50 dB max.

2200

3G-CAB-LMR240-50

50 ft (15 m)

6.90 dB max.

2200

3G-CAB-LMR240-75

75 ft (23 m)

10.5 dB max.

2200

Summary of Contents for EHWIC-3G-EVDO

Page 1: ...erequisites page 6 Restrictions page 6 Connecting an Antenna to EHWIC 3G EVDO page 6 Related Documents page 13 Obtaining Documentation Obtaining Support and Security Guidelines page 13 3G Wireless WAN EHWIC Overview The EHWIC 3G EVDO x card is a multiband multiservice WAN card Its primary application is WAN connectivity as a backup datalink for critical data applications and as a primary WAN conne...

Page 2: ...ticker to differentiate between released versions The EHWIC 3G EVDO cards support diversity mode dual antenna mode in the antennas Types of antennas include swivel mounted dipole with extended base and ceiling mounted antennas The diversity mode requires two antennas located together and spaced a minimum of 7 5 inches 19 cm for better RF reception Figure 1 shows the front panel view of EHWIC 3G EV...

Page 3: ...Active service no traffic detected Fast Green Blink Active service Detected traffic is proportional to blink rate RSSI LED Received Signal Strength Indicator Off Low RSSI under 100 dBm Slow Green Blink Low or medium RSSI 99 to 90 dBm Fast Green Blink Medium RSSI 89 to 70 dBm Solid Green High RSSI 69 dBm or higher Solid Yellow No service or no RSSI detected EVDO LED 3G EVDO Service Indicator Off 1x...

Page 4: ...rk EHWIC 3G EVDO 4 Connecting Cisco EHWIC 3G EVDO x to the Network Figure 3 shows the bottom view of EHWIC 3G EVDO Figure 3 Bottom View of EHWIC 3G EVDO D i a g P o r t E H W I C 3 G E V D O W W A N D I V G P S M A I N R S S I E V D O G P S 249600 ...

Page 5: ...3G AE010 R antenna extension is the same as 3G AE015 R except for the length of the antenna cable The 3G AE015 R antenna extension comes with a 15 foot cable Connect the default antenna to the main antenna connector on the EHWIC card If you need to move the antenna to a better location connect the antenna to the extension and then connect the extension s cable to the main antenna connector on the ...

Page 6: ... separate order for the antenna from Cisco Contact your carrier for information on network coverage signal strength choosing a suitable antenna and antenna placement Note The diagnostics port is to be used as an advanced diagnostics tool Do not use this port for normal operations Restrictions Limitations of 3G wireless EHWIC cards include the following The 3G wireless EHWIC card must be installed ...

Page 7: ... 12 Warning When handling the EHWICs and antennas wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the card Do not directly touch the backplane with your hand or any metal tool or you could shock yourself Statement 94 Warning Do not operate your wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be especially qualified for ...

Page 8: ...the ceiling for better performance because most obstructions tend to be near floor level The density of the materials used in a building s construction determines the number of walls the signal must pass through and still maintain adequate coverage Consider the following before choosing the location to install your antenna Paper and vinyl walls have very little effect on signal penetration Solid a...

Page 9: ...isco Multiband Swivel Mount Dipole Antenna 3G ANTM1919D 3G AE015 R Antenna Extension Extension base 0 8 6 0 GHz This antenna extension is a base with a 15 foot cable included for use with a dipole omnidirectional antenna For more information see Cisco Single Port Antenna Stand for Multiband TNC Male Terminated Portable Antenna Cisco 3G AE015 R 3G AE010 R Antenna Extension Extension Base 0 8 6 0 GH...

Page 10: ...na Lightning Arrestor 3G ACC OUT LA 4G ANTM OM CM Low Profile Surface Mount Omnidirectonal 698 MHz 2690 MHz This is a ceiling mount omnidirectional antenna that can be used in any of the 3G or 4G bands that is any of the 700 800 900 1700 1800 1900 2100 2600 MHz bands For more information see Cisco 4G Indoor Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna 4G ANTM OM CM Table 2 Cisco Antennas Supported on the...

Page 11: ...ntenna 3G ANTM OUT OM Cisco 3G Indoor Ceiling Mount Omnidirectional Antenna 3G ANTM1916 CM Cisco 3G CAB ULL 20 Cisco 3G CAB ULL 50 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 25 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 50 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 75 RF Cables Cisco 3G CAB ULL 20 Cisco 3G CAB ULL 50 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 25 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 50 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 75 RF Cables Cisco 3G CAB ULL 20 Cisco 3G CAB ULL 50 Cisco 3G CAB LMR240 25 Cisco 3G...

Page 12: ...nted or ceiling mounted antennas may be preferred for optimum radio coverage If the length of the coaxial antenna cable is insufficient to cover the distance between the EHWIC card and the location of the installed antenna you can use ultra low loss TNC extension cables between the EHWIC card and the antenna cable RF energy is carried between the antennas and the radio equipment through a coaxial ...

Page 13: ... Product Documentation which also lists all new and revised Cisco technical documentation at http www cisco com en US docs general whatsnew whatsnew html Related Topic Document Title Regulatory compliance and safety information Cisco Network Modules and Interface Cards Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information http www cisco com en US docs routers access interfaces rcsi IOHrcsi html Cisco IOS s...

Page 14: ...o trademarks Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company 1005R Any Internet Protocol IP addresses used in this document are not intended to be actual addresses Any examples command display output and figures included in the document are shown for illustrative p...

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