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ExtendAir® eMIMO™ Digital Microwave Radios 

208398-002 

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2014-01-07 

Introduction  

The reader is strongly encouraged to obtain a copy of the 

Installation and 

Management Guide

 (I&M) for this product. The I&M is embedded in the radio’s 

graphical user interface (GUI) and can be saved locally (as described in this 
document). In addition, customers may request access to documentation (and 
software) by creating an account and logging in at: 

http://login.exaltcom.com

 

This quick start guide (QSG) is intended to provide only a brief overview of the 
ExtendAir eMIMO radios. The reader must have experience with networking 
and RF. Refer to the I&M for full descriptions, 

regulatory requirements

safety requirements

 and troubleshooting information. 

Preparation   

Complete a path analysis and link design prior to installation. Gather the 
following information in the design phase:  

 

Length(s) and type(s) of transmission system cabling and connectors (if 
any) 

 

Make and model of antennas 

 

Antenna structure requirements, antenna and radio mounting locations 

 

Cable routes and egress location 

 

Grounding plan, surge protection, grounding mechanics, power and wiring 

 

Critical radio settings: RF center frequency, transmitter output power, 
occupied channel bandwidth, and link distance setting 

 

Anticipated RSL 

Perform the following tasks before installing the radio terminals: 

 

Build antenna/radio structures and egress mechanics 

 

Mount antennas and transmission line (if any), lightning arrestor(s), and 
grounding 

 

Prepare and test interface and power cables 

Shipping Contents   

Review the labeling and contents of all boxes and the physical condition of the 
shipping container and contents. Ensure that items are not damaged, and that 
part numbers and serial numbers match the original equipment order and 
shipping information. Each radio terminal box should contain the following: 

 

Radio terminal (configured as Radio B) 

 

Mounting kit (for pole  mounting) 

 

Accessory kit  

 

Quick start guide (this document) 

 

Product registration card 

 

Note:

  Read this entire document before attempting to install Exalt 

digital microwave radios. 

Summary of Contents for ExtendAir eMIMO r5050 Series

Page 1: ...Part Number 208398 002 2014 01 07 ExtendAir eMIMO Digital Microwave Radios Quick Start Guide Models r5050 and rc5050 Series ...

Page 2: ... equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fro...

Page 3: ...ke and model of antennas Antenna structure requirements antenna and radio mounting locations Cable routes and egress location Grounding plan surge protection grounding mechanics power and wiring Critical radio settings RF center frequency transmitter output power occupied channel bandwidth and link distance setting Anticipated RSL Perform the following tasks before installing the radio terminals B...

Page 4: ...g power if the transmitter is enabled Also there are human safety factors to consider regarding potentially harmful RF radiation Alternatively cable the port to the antenna system or back to back with the other terminal with at least 60dB of total attenuation between the terminals The radio requires a DC power source with proper output voltage and current handling capacity in accordance with the r...

Page 5: ...efore installation is complete Use the Exalt browser based GUI for configuration Connect a CAT5e or CAT6 cable to the DATA connector on the power injector using either a straight or crossover cable meant for Ethernet connections Connect the opposite end of this cable to the management computer s Ethernet port Use a browser to launch the Exalt GUI on the radio The computer accessing the Exalt GUI m...

Page 6: ...the New Value column Frequency Band Bandwidth Transmit Power Limit This parameter is normally disabled If a value of less than the desired maximum enable the limit and select the desired output power level RF Frequency if not known select AUTO Effective Antenna Gain rc models only The sum of the antenna gain and all cable connector losses between the radio and antenna Link Distance It is critical ...

Page 7: ... latest firmware which is obtained on the Exalt website At this stage if and when the Radio RF State for both radios is enabled on the System Configuration page the link is ready for back to back testing or installation This product must be professionally installed The Transmit Power level must be configured prior to connection to the antenna system in accordance to all government regulations that...

Page 8: ...E port 5 Reconnect or reapply power IMPORTANT Ensure that proper and constant power is applied for the remainder of this procedure Wait approximately 20 seconds or until three short beeps occur Note On any wait longer than 20 seconds at approximately every 10 seconds thereafter two short beeps sound 6 Remove the reset tool from the Sync In Out port Wait approximately 45 to 90 seconds or until one ...

Page 9: ... the lock nuts and washers 3 Position bracket relative to the desired antenna height and elevation 4 Partially insert two hex head screws in the lower screw holes of the pole bracket 5 Insert two hex head screws in the upper holes of bracket to temporarily secure the radio before making final adjustments 6 Once the units at both ends of the link are mounted align and properly adjust them and tight...

Page 10: ...io ports must be between 0 25 and 0 31 inches to ensure a water tight connection To connect the port connector 1 Place connector parts on the cable as shown in the following photos All connector parts can be placed on a terminated cable The screw cap and beveled washer both allow the RJ 45 connector to pass through and the rubber seal has a split slot to fit over the cable insulation 2 Insert the ...

Page 11: ...shed The beep interval is once per 3 seconds if the far end RF MAC Address is not found Once the far end is acquired the beep interval starts at one beep per second and once the far end is acquired becomes a more rapid beep from 95 to 53 dBm Above 53 dBm the beep is continuous 6 Adjust the azimuth and elevation of the Radio B antenna until it aligned and has the best possible RSL RSL RSSI is repor...

Page 12: ...n Ethernet traffic is present Register the Product Products registered within 90 days of purchase receive 2 full years of warranty coverage for no extra charge Unregistered products and products registered after the 90 day period only receive a 1 year warranty Register the product according to the instructions on the provided registration card See the I M Guide for the full warranty statement For ...

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