LightPointe AireLink 60, Installation And User Manual

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AireLink
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60 Installation and User Manual Rev. D System Installation
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5 SYSTEM INSTALLATION
This Chapter describes the installation processes involved with successfully deploying the LightPointe
AireLink™ 60 system. Please read carefully and be certain to understand the necessary steps in
deploying a high availability point-to-point wireless link. Contact LightPointe customer support if any
clarification is needed.
5.1 TOOLS
Although the installation of the AireLink™ 60 system requires only a 13 mm wrench (open-end or
combination wrench), a 5 Allen wrench and a simple digital voltmeter, please consider having the
following tools and supplies handy when installing the LightPointe AireLink™ 60 system.
Standard electro-mechanical tool kit with pliers, screwdrivers, wire cutters, wire strippers, etc.
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Two-way radio or cell phones to communicate when aligning transmission units
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Optical fiber connector cleaning kit - if using fiber to the network
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Plastic tie wraps to secure flexible conduits, etc.
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13 mm open-end or combination wrench (one for each mounting location)
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13 mm socket/ratchet wrench (one for each mounting location)
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6 mm Allen wrench – when using the optional LightPointe Universal Mount
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Whatever tools may be needed for securing the mount to surfaces/platforms
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Electrical tape for securing and fastening
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Optical light source and fiber power meter to ensure fiber performance from/to transmission
unit
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Digital voltmeter to check electrical system connection and measure the receive signal level
(RSSI)
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Step or extension ladder, in needed, for access to elevated locations
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High quality rope to use for hoisting materials and/or to be used in conjunction with a safety
harness to ensure installer safety
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Exterior rated extension cord
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Fish tape for pulling cable