OWS Field Installation
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OWS Field Installation
OWS Field Installation
This field installation manual provides instructions for installing the Strix OWS 2400 and OWS 3600 products
safely and is intended for trained technical professionals. You must read the Safety Warnings on page iii
before commencing with the installation.
Theory of Operation
The Strix Systems, Access/One® Network OWS provides up to 3 independent channels for 802.11g support
and 3 independent channels of 802.11a and 4.9 GHz (public safety) support through its external connections.
This configuration allows the installer to separate the client 802.11g traffic from the backhaul traffic which is
carried through the 802.11a channels.
As shipped from the factory, the OWS is self-configuring and self-healing. In addition, multiple configuration
options are possible and the installer should refer to the Access/One® Network User's Guide (part number
210-0007-01) for detailed information about these configurations.
Important Safety Information
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a safety
standard for human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment. All Strix
products, including the OWS, meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI
C95.1, 1991. The proper operation of this wireless device, according to the instructions found in this
manual and the associated Access/One
®
Network software User’s Guide, result in user exposure that is
substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
The following are guidelines to ensure safe operation of the Strix OWS product:
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Do not touch or move the antenna(s) while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
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Do not hold any component containing a radio such that the antenna is very close to or touching any
exposed parts of the body—especially the face or eyes—while transmitting.
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Do not operate the OWS or attempt to transmit data unless the antenna (or a 50 ohm terminator) is
connected, otherwise the wireless module(s) may be damaged.
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Usage in specific environments:
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Do not operate any wireless equipment near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive
environment.
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The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited to the constraints posed by the safety
directors or such environments.
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The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital.
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The Strix OWS must only be used with Strix-approved components and antennas, or equivalent.
