Chapter 1
Tropos 7320 Router Installation Guide
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Building materials—Radio penetration is influenced by the building material used in
construction. For example, drywall construction permits greater range than concrete blocks.
Power Source
The Tropos 7320 router supports the following options for connecting to a power source:
AC Power
AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 100-480 VAC, 50/60
Hz
NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or
2W(P+N); 100-480 VAC 50/60 Hz
In Europe, a suitably-rated plug provided by the installer
DC Power
For the Tropos 7320 DC router—12-60Vdc, 3.5A - 0.7A
Warning
Connect the AC or DC powered outdoor system only to a suitably-rated power source. Do not connect
to a power source of other voltage.
Caution
You must install an external grounding wire if the router is installed on a non-metal pole or if the
metal installation structure is not properly grounded. You must also ground the outdoor data
protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Make sure that grounding is complete before
you connect power to the router.
Safety
Installing the Tropos 7320 router can pose a serious hazard. Be sure to take precautions to avoid
the following:
Exposure to high voltage lines during installation
Falls when working at heights or with ladders
Injuries from dropping tools and equipment
Contact with AC wiring
