Wavion WS-410AD, Installation Manual

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Installing the Wavion WS-410 Metro Access Point
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Choosing a Location
The Wavion WS-410 is a radio device and susceptible to interference that can reduce
throughput and range. To ensure the best performance follow these guidelines:
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Direct line-of-sight operation is preferred.
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It is recommend not to install the WS-410 near devices operating in the 2.4 GHz
frequency range.
Preparing the Site
When installing the Wavion WS-410, you must follow the appropriate electrical and building
codes to ensure sage and durable wiring. Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC)
requirements, unless local codes in your area take precedence over the NEC code. For
installations that have 10/100 Base-T Category 5 network cables attached to the Wavion WS-
410, there is a distance limit of 100m maximum between devices for 10/100BaseT operation.
Please refer to standards for building entrance protection.
Power Source Options
The Wavion WS-410 supports the following options for connecting to a power source:
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AC power source (3-wire service) — 3W(P+N+PE) or 3W(2P+PE); 110-220 VAC, 50/60
Hz. See
Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 53 for details.
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NEMA plug, for streetlight photoelectric control power tap (2-wire service) —2W(2P) or
2W(P+N); 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz. See
Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 53 for
details.
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The WS-410 can be powered by a Wavion Injector connected to Ethernet port B (ETH B).
See
Chapter 7: Installation Accessories on page 53 for details.
W
ARNING
:
480 VAC power source is supported by a WS-410 unit only by using a
special street light step down power tap. See
Chapter 7: Installation
Accessories
on page 53 .
W
ARNING
:
Use only a rated power source to connect the AC powered outdoor
system. Do not connect to a power source of different voltage.
C
AUTION
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You must always install an external grounding wire. You must also ground
the outdoor data protection device to a bonded pipe or ground rod. Perform a simple
continuity check between the WS-410 and the ground termination point to confirm.
Make sure that grounding is complete before you connect power to the Wavion WS-
410.