User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Product Manual
- And Installation Guide
- Introduction
- Hardware Description
- Backhaul / Point-to-point Architecture
- Multipoint Architecture
- Repeater Architecture
- Mesh Architecture
- System Requirements
- Hardware Installation
- Installing and Visually Aligning Outdoor Units
- Software Configuration
- Getting Started
- Logging into the WirelessGRID NMS
- Current Settings
- Wired Network Settings
- Radio Network Settings
- WirelessGRID Bridge List
- WirelessGRID System Setup Tab
- Network Settings Tab
- Radio Settings Tab
- Admin Setup Tab
- Security Tab – Data Encryption
- WirelessGRID Authentication
- Data Encryption
- Encryption Key Manager
- Security Server (RADIUS) Settings
- Active Bridge Status Tab
- Remote Bridge (SU Station) Statistics Tab
- Firmware Update Tab
- Help Tab
- Antenna alignment and link monitoring tool
- Using the real-time signal strength monitor for antenna alignment
- Antenna Adjustment Using the real-time Signal Strength Monitor
- Specifications
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- 4.940-4.990 GHz Public Safety Band (FCC Part 70, licensed Intl.)Non-overlapping Channels: 8 x 5 MHz, 4 x 10 MHz, 2 x 20 MHz, 1 x 40 MHz
- 5.25-5.35 GHz license-exempt (FCC, Industry Canada, Mexico)Non-overlapping Channels: 19 x 5 MHz, 9 x 10 MHz, 4 x 20 MHz, 2 x 40 MHz
- 5.47-5.72 GHz license-exempt (ETSI, FCC, ITU) with TPC and DFSNon-overlapping Channels: 44 x 5 MHz, 22 x 10 MHz, 11 x 20 MHz, 5 x 40 MHz
- 5.725-5.850 GHz licence exempt UNII & ISM Bands (ETSI, FCC, MII) Non-overlapping Channels: ISM, UNII: 25 x 5 MHz, 12 x 10 MHz, 5 x 20 MHz, 2 x 40 MHz
- Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)
- 802.3, 802.11i draft, 802.11a hardware with proprietary bridging extensions
- Radio output power: Max: 21dBm (Set to local regulatory requirements to comply with transmit, conducted and EIRP power limits)
- Data Rate: 1 to 108 Mbps
- Sensitivity: -73 to –91dBm
- Modulation: 64QAM, 16QAM, QPSK, BPSK
- Point to Multipoint, Point to Point, Repeater (See Ordering Guide)
- AI108-4958-BSU, AI108-4958-ON2 - Order a Sector, Omni, GRID, or Panel AI108-4958-SU and -1: Flat Panel Directional Antenna AI108-4958-0-xxx: 23 dBi integrated or 28 dBi external directional antenna. External antennas may be used with local regulatory ap
- MAXIMUM RADIO OUTPUT POWER FOR US
- Frequency(GHz) 5.25-5.35 5.725-5.85 5.725-5.85
- 23dB Patch 7 13 MAX
- 28dB Grid 2 8 MAX
- 9dB Omni N/A 27 MAX
- 17dB Sector N/A 19 MAX
- Up to 7.5 miles (12 km) with built-in 23 dBi panel antennasUp to 30 miles (48.27 km) with max radio output power and optional external 34.5 dBi antennas
- Up to 30 miles (48.27 km) - N-type version (AI108-4958-ON-xxx) with max radio output power and optional external 34.5 dBi antennas
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- Ordering Information
- WirelessGRID Worldwide Frequency Channel Plan
- Appendix A – Bench Test Procedure
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- Step 1. Setup a wired Ethernet network between test stations
- Step 2. Setup wired Ethernet network connections to bridges
- Step 3. Setup bridge software configuration for bridge
- Step 4. Test network connectivity across a WirelessGRID link
- Step 4a. Check throughput of WirelessGRID link (optional)
- Step 5. Running the real-time Signal Strength Monitor
- Step 6. Field deployment of WirelessGRID bridges
- Appendix B. Multi-point Bridge Configuration Log
- Appendix C: Weatherproofing RF Cable Connections
- How to Get Help
Airaya – Fast and affordable outdoor wireless bridges
Antenna alignment and link monitoring tool
Each WirelessGRID bridge includes an integrated signal strength
monitoring tool for use during setup and bridge operation. Use this tool to
optimize antenna alignment during initial link setup. You can also use this
tool to remotely check or continuously monitor the signal strength
between any two bridges in a WirelessGRID network.
This Telnet-based utility provides Received Signal Strength Indication
(RSSi) values in real-time, measuring the amount of power being received
at the bridge where the utility is being run.
The longer the distance
between locations, the more essential the tool becomes for creating a fast,
reliable link.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Before setting up a link between two or more locations, you should take GPS
readings at both ends of your link to confirm distance and elevation estimates.
Garmin International (www.garmin.com) manufactures excellent low-cost GPS
navigation units that can be used to calculate distance. Most GPS devices
contain a built-in compass that will help also help you to visually aim bridges in
the right direction.
AIRAYA recommends that you use a two-person installation team when using
the Antenna Alignment and Link Monitoring Tool. To complete alignment
successfully, you’ll need team members at both ends of the link to relay
information and make physical adjustments to each bridge.
Check List for Antenna Alignment
Items you’ll need at both ends of a link.
Two 1/2 inch wrenches per end (four total) for adjusting and
mounting antenna on mast
One 7/16 inch socket or wrench for removing antenna mount from
antenna (commonly used to change between vertical and horizontal
polarization). Note: Torque less than 30 pounds.
Cell phones or two-way radios for communicating with each team
member.
When you’ve assembled the necessary tools and personnel to physically
adjust your bridges, refer to the next section, “Running the Antenna
Alignment and Signal Quality Tool.”
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