Edge-Core ECWO5110, Руководство по установке

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Chapter 3
| AP Chassis
How to Align Antennas
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Connect the antennas either directly to the AP’s N-type connectors, or use RF
coaxial cable provided in the antenna package.
Figure 15: Connect External Antennas
4.
Apply weatherproofing tape to the antenna connectors to help prevent water
entering the connectors.
Note : Be sure to take account of the antenna polarization direction; all antennas in
a link must be mounted with the same polarization.
How to Align Antennas
When using the ECWO5110/ECWO5110-L unit with its 5 GHz integrated high-gain
antenna, you will need to accurately align the antenna with another unit in the
network to ensure optimum performance. Proper antenna alignment is particularly
important for long-range point-to-point links.
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Point-to-Point Configurations — In a point-to-point configuration the
alignment process requires two people at each end of the link. The use of cell
phones or two-way radio communication may help with coordination. To start,
you can just point the antennas at each other, using binoculars or a compass to
set the general direction. Then you can adjust the horizontal and vertical
position to find the position where the signal is strongest and secure the unit in
that position.
Direct-Attach Omnidirectional External
Antennas N-Type External Antenna Connectors
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