4.6.2
Unpacking................................................................................................ 27
4.6.3
Mounting.................................................................................................. 27
4.7
Weatherproofing RF Connections ................................................................... 29
4.8
Antenna Alignment .......................................................................................... 31
4.9
Interference Solutions ..................................................................................... 31
4.10 Lightning Protection......................................................................................... 32
4.10.1
Antenna Port Protection .......................................................................... 32
4.10.2
Telephone Line Surge Protection ............................................................ 36
5
Test & Maintenance .............................................................................................. 37
5.1
Diagnostics...................................................................................................... 37
5.1.1
Trailblazer Operation ............................................................................... 37
5.1.2
LED Function........................................................................................... 38
5.2
Maintenance.................................................................................................... 39
5.2.1
Installation of Software/Firmware Upgrades............................................ 39
6
Appendix ................................................................................................................ 39
6.1
About Carlson Wireless................................................................................... 39
6.1.1
Mission .................................................................................................... 39
6.1.2
History ..................................................................................................... 39
6.1.3
Summary ................................................................................................. 39
6.2
System Specifications ..................................................................................... 40
6.2.1
Block Diagram ......................................................................................... 41
6.3
Cable Pin outs ................................................................................................. 41
6.3.1
Configuration Port Pinout ........................................................................ 41
6.4
Signal Strength Conversion Chart................................................................... 43
6.5
Antenna Patterns and Specifications .............................................................. 44
6.5.1
18dBi Directional Panel Plots and Specs ................................................ 45
6.5.2
24dBi High-Gain Parabolic Grid Plots and Specs ................................... 47
6.6
Warranty.......................................................................................................... 48
6.7
Acronyms/Abbreviations.................................................................................. 49
6.8
Glossary .......................................................................................................... 50
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