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HotPort Series 6000 Mesh Nodes
Indoor Node Installation
Indoor node installation is straightforward. Firetide recommends
that you power up and configure all nodes on a table or bench before
deployment. Use HotView or HotView Pro to configure your mesh.
Place the unit on a table or shelf, or use the optional bracket to at-
tach it to a wall, ceiling, or cubicle partition. Apply power. The pow-
er LED should illuminate immediately; after about 60 to 90 seconds,
the status LED should switch to steady green.
Note the location of the reset button in the lower right corner of the
rear panel. To reset the unit, apply power and wait until the unit has
fully booted and the status light has come on. Then use a paperclip
to press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds.
Figure 9. AC Power Brick
Figure 10. Optional Mounting Bracket
Auxiliary Bracket
Main Mounting Bracket
HotPort Mesh Node
Attach the antennas, keeping in mind that all “Radio 1” antennas on
all units should be parallel - typically vertical. Likewise, all “Radio
2” antennas should be parallel. Refer to the antenna section for a
complete explanation of antenna placement and orientation.
Figure 11. HotPort Series 6100 Mesh Node - Front View
Figure 12. HotPort Series 6100 Mesh Node - Rear View
January 2009
