MeshNetworks
Install the VMM using the following procedure:
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Mount the VMM box in a suitable location in a vehicle. The device is not water proof. The device
should be reasonable protected from moisture and other exposed outdoor environments. Refer
to the mounting procedure in the assembly section of this document.
Connect the antenna to the N-type connector .
Insert the Power Plug into Power Connector.
Verify the MAC address and ETH address has been recorded in Section 3.3.1, as it will be
required to configure and test the device.
The Test Port is unused during deployment.
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VMM6300 Trunk Mounting
2.3.1 Deployment
When deploying the VMM6300, the antenna should be a minimum of 30 inches from any nearby
metal poles to avoid distortion of the RF pattern. The antenna must have a separation distance
of at least 2 meters from the body of all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Users and installers must be provided with
antenna installation and transmitter operating conditions to satisfy RF exposure compliance.
Typically, Vehicle Mounted Modems are distributed within a network and are used as subscriber
devices. A rule of thumb is to deploy 2-3 hop networks to optimize range, latency, and
throughput to subscriber devices.
The VMM6300 installation location must provide applicable DC power for the device.
2.3.2 Deployment Tips
Locate the antenna to minimize multipath:
Minimize interference from nearby transmitters
Maximize chance of a direct line of sight connection to other devices.
The antenna supplied is designed to be mounted vertically
2.3.3 Testing
Verify the operation of the VMM6300 using the following procedure:
1. Apply power to the VMM6300 – power reset button will be illuminated to red.
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