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SMHAP UAP-AC-MESH Manual
Rev. 07/19 (LBB0132)
SECTION 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1
Introduction
This section gives a full product description and a block diagram. Check for any separately
included information that is specific to the Access Point and Cable Modem in your SMHAP.
1.2
General Description
The SMHAP is an integrated, standards based, hardened solution for outdoor 802.11
based access to the HFC DOCSIS
®
network. It can be connected to the HFC network
through any power-passing tap, splitter, or coupler. This one-piece solution consists
of a discrete cable modem and a discrete access point. Each piece is configured
separately. The cable modem is configured by your DOCSIS provisioning software. The
UniFi AP is a dual band access point integrated with dual band antennas. See Section
Five for information on centralized configuration and management of the AP.
The modem within this SMHAP, in conjunction with the standard
Cablelabs SNMP MIB, can also be used to monitor plant conditions.
1.3
Housing
A rugged die cast aluminum housing of clamshell design is used. Externally, the housing
base has installation mounts, type N antenna connectors, a type F test point connector,
and a 5/8” port to interface with the HFC network using a KS connector. Internally, the
housing bottom harbors the HFC interface board and the access point. The power supply
and cable modem are housed in the lid. Dual gaskets provide for EMI isolation and an
airtight seal to 15psi. The housing can be strand mounted. An optional hardware kit for
wall, mast or pedestal mounting is available. The station size is approximately 11.5 x 8.5 x
5 inches (290 x 220 x 130 mm). Its weight is around 6.5 pounds (3 kg).
1.4
Power Supply Lid
The power supply and cable modem are housed separately in the station lid. For ease
of removal the lid/base hinge system uses a “lift off” style where two pivot pins cast
as part of the lid slide through fixed rings cast as part of the base. A small screw and
washer lock the assembly together.
The power supply lid interconnects to the housing base with a harness of power, RF,
and Ethernet cables. A high efficiency switch mode power supply is used. Filtering to
prevent the switching regulator noise from reaching the AC and DC lines is provided.
