Table of Contents
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1 Introduction .................................................................................................................. 2
1.1
Scope of Manual ............................................................................................... 2
1.2
Functional Overview and Applications .............................................................. 2
1.2.1
Main Features and Advantages................................................................. 2
1.2.2
General Specifications............................................................................... 4
2
Pretest and System Planning................................................................................. 5
2.1
Site Requirements and System Planning.......................................................... 5
2.1.1
Grounding.................................................................................................. 5
2.1.2
Lightning Protection................................................................................... 5
2.1.3
Line of Sight............................................................................................... 6
2.1.4
Fresnel Zone ............................................................................................. 6
2.1.5
Path Loss................................................................................................... 6
2.1.6
Interference ............................................................................................... 7
2.1.7
RF Cable Sizing and Recommendations................................................... 8
2.1.8
Audio and Data Cable Recommendations ................................................ 8
2.1.9
General Tools ............................................................................................ 8
2.2
Unpacking ......................................................................................................... 9
2.3
Bench Testing Instructions ................................................................................ 9
2.3.1
Setting up Your Trailblazer on the Bench.................................................. 9
2.3.2
Powering the Trailblazer.......................................................................... 10
2.3.3
Connecting POTS Lines .......................................................................... 11
2.3.4
Connecting Leased Lines ........................................................................ 13
2.3.5
Repeater Operation ................................................................................. 14
3
Operation ............................................................................................................... 15
3.1
Configuring and Accessing the Trailblazer Unit .............................................. 15
3.1.1
Connecting the Serial Cable.................................................................... 15
3.1.2
Installing the CWT GUI on Your PC ........................................................ 16
3.1.3
Using the GUI .......................................................................................... 16
3.1.4
Software Downloads Using the GUI ........................................................ 18
3.2
Setting the Radio Frequency and Scrambling Code ....................................... 19
3.2.1
Selecting the CPE Time Slot ................................................................... 20
4
Field Installation Options ..................................................................................... 21
4.1
Mounting the Enclosure................................................................................... 21
4.2
External Antennas ........................................................................................... 23
4.2.1
Marketing and Sales Channels................................................................ 23
4.2.2
Calculating the EIRP of an External Antenna.......................................... 24
4.2.3
RF Safety Hazard Warning...................................................................... 24
4.3
18dBi 2.4 GHz Directional Flat Panel Antenna ............................................... 25
4.3.1
Product Overview .................................................................................... 25
4.3.2
Unpacking................................................................................................ 25
4.3.3
Mounting.................................................................................................. 25
4.4
22dBi 4.9 GHz Directional Flat Panel Antenna ............................................... 26
4.5
23dBi 5.8 GHz Directional Flat Panel Antenna ............................................... 26
4.6
24dBi 2.4 GHz High-Gain Parabolic Grid Antenna.......................................... 27
4.6.1
Product Overview .................................................................................... 27
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