Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Installing External Antennas Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT5180V-N) The Cisco Aironet 5-GHz 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna is designed for outdoor use with Cisco Aironet Outdoor Access Points with radios operating in the 5-GHz frequency band. This antenna has 8-dBi gain in the 5-GHz frequency band. For detailed information on this antenna, refer to the document Cisco Aironet 8-dBi Omnidirectional Antenna (AIR-ANT5180V-N).
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Installing a Lightning Arrestor Using a Mounting Bracket for External Directional Antennas You can use the AIR-ACCAMK-2= bracket for mounting a directional antenna directly on the access point. See Figure 2-25. Figure 2-25 Directional Antenna Mounting Bracket AIR-ACCAMK-2= Views 1 2 4 3 354852 2 1 Slots to be used for managing the antenna cables with cable ties. 3 Note the direction of the arrow.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Installing a Lightning Arrestor The importance of obtaining a good ground and bonding connection cannot be overstressed. Consider these points when grounding the lightning arrestor: • Connect the lightning arrestor components directly to the grounding point. • The contact points of the ground connection must be clean and free of dust and moisture. • Tighten threaded contacts to the torque specified by the manufacturer.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Grounding the Access Point Figure 2-26 Lightning Arrestor Details 1 2 3 346382 4 5 1 Nut 4 Unprotected side (to antenna) 2 Lockwasher 5 Protected side (to wireless device) 3 Ground lug Cable for the Lightning Arrestor Coaxial cable loses efficiency as the frequency increases, resulting in signal loss.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Grounding the Access Point Step 5 Figure 2-27 If necessary, strip the other end of the ground wire and connect it to a reliable earth ground, such as a grounding rod or an appropriate grounding point on a metal streetlight pole that is grounded. Position of the Ground Pad on the Right Side of the AP 1 1 Ground pad, where the ground strap screw holes are located.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Powering the Access Point The 1560 access point supports these power sources: • DC power – 42- 57 VDC • Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) The 1560 access point can be powered via the PoE input from an in-line power injector or a suitably powered switch port. Depending on the configuration and regulatory domain, the required power for full operation is UPoE.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point When your access point is powered by an optional power injector, follow these steps to complete the installation: Step 1 Before applying PoE to the access point, ensure that the access point is grounded (see the “Grounding the Access Point” section on page 2-42). Step 2 See the “Typical Access Point Installation Components” section on page 2-5, to identify the components needed for the installation.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Step 1 Before connecting DC power to the access point, ensure that the ground is connected to the access point. See the “Grounding the Access Point” section on page 2-42. Step 2 Turn off all power sources to the access point, including the DC power source. Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Figure 2-29 Cable Gland 1 Washer (Gasket) 4 Clamping claw 2 Body 5 Thread-lock sealing nut 3 Sealing insert Note The cable gland accepts a cable diameter of 0.20 to 0.35 in. (0.51 to 0.89 cm). Step 5 Insert a bare end of the DC power cable into the rounded end of the cable gland (see Figure 2-29), and pull approximately 6 inches of cable through the adapter.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Figure 2-31 Two-Position Terminal Block Connector 1 Securing tabs 2 DC + 3 Ground (DC return) Step 8 Step 9 Insert the two-position terminal strip into the DC power opening in the access point case, and carefully push the terminal strip into the internal connector (see Figure 2-32).
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point DC Power Opening in the Access Point Case 352054 Figure 2-33 Step 10 Slide the cable gland with the rubber seal towards the access point, and screw the threaded end of the body into the access point, and hand-tighten. Step 11 Use an adjustable wrench, a 28-mm wrench to tighten the threaded end of the body to 15 lb-in. Step 12 Use an adjustable wrench and tighten the thread-lock seal nut to 15 lb-in.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Warning Be very careful when connecting the streetlight adapter to Category 3 pole-top power. If you are not careful, you may electrocute yourself or fall. Statement 363 Caution Before connecting or disconnecting a power cord, you must remove AC power from the power cord using a suitable service disconnect. The schematics of installing the AP on a streetlight pole are given in Figure 2-34 and Figure 2-35.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Powering the Access Point Step 8 Figure 2-34 Turn on the power to the outdoor light control fixture at the designated circuits, and thereby, turn on the power to the access point.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables Connecting Data Cables All models of the AP support data connections through the Ethernet port and the Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) port. However, both the Ethernet port and the SFP port cannot be used for data at the same time. If the SFP is detected and active, the Ethernet port is disconnected.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables Connecting an Ethernet Cable to the Access Point You need to supply these tools and materials: • Shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable with 0.2 to 0.35 in. (0.51 to 0.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables Warning Figure 2-37 Failure to install the cable gland and rubber gasket properly will cause the cable grip to leak. Cable Gland 1 Washer (Rubber Gasket) 4 Clamping claw 2 Body 5 Thread-lock sealing nut 3 Sealing insert Step 5 Insert the unterminated end of the Ethernet cable through the sealing nut end of the cable gland (see Figure 2-37), and pull several inches of cable through the adapter.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables Figure 2-38 Inserting RJ-45 Connector into the Ethernet Port Opening in Case 354854 1 2 1 2 Ethernet port opening in access point case. RJ-45 connector, on shielded outdoor-rated Ethernet (CAT5e or better) cable (with an exploded view of the cable gland, on the Ethernet cable). Step 8 Slide the cable gland with the rubber seal towards the access point, and screw the threaded end of the body into the access point, and hand-tighten.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables • SC or Duplex LC fiber-optic cables. The outer diameter of the fiber optic cable should be 0.24-0.47 inches (6-12 mm). • Cable gland. The cable gland cannot hold a cable with diameter more than 0.47” (12 mm). • Adjustable wrench You can connect the fiber-optic networking cable to the SFP port (labeled '4' on the base of the AP). The small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceiver module is used to connect the cable to the SFP port.
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Connecting Data Cables Step 9 Keeping the cable gland nut loose, carefully screw the threaded end of the cable gland into the SFP module adapter and hand-tighten. Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the threaded end of the cable gland to 6-7 lb.ft (8.1 to 9.5 Nm). Step 10 Tighten the cable gland nut until it is properly fastened around the fiber optic cable. Use an adjustable or open-end wrench to tighten to 2.7 to 3.2 lb.ft (3.66 to 4.34 Nm).
Chapter 2 Connecting Data Cables Figure 2-41 Exploded View of Connecting Fiber-Optic Cable to AP 4 3 354855 2 1 1 Cable gland 3 Duplex LC Fiber-optic cable 2 SFP module adapter 4 SFP transceiver module Fiber-optic Cable Successfully Connected to AP 354860 Figure 2-42 Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide 2-58 Installing the Access Point
Chapter 2 Installing the Access Point Configuring the Access Point Configuring the Access Point When you power up an AP that is not connected to a wired Ethernet, fiber-optic, or cable network to the controller, the access point uses the Cisco Adaptive Wireless Path Protocol (AWPP) to bind to another mesh access point with the best path to a root access point (RAP) connected to the wired network to a controller. The access point sends a discovery request when powered up.
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CH A P T E R 3 Troubleshooting This chapter provides troubleshooting procedures for basic problems with the access point. For the most up-to-date, detailed troubleshooting information, refer to the Cisco Technical Support and Documentation website at the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/cisco/web/support/index.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Guidelines for Using the Access Point Guidelines for Using the Access Point You should keep these guidelines in mind when you use the access point: • The access point only supports Layer 3 CAPWAP communications with the controllers. In Layer 3 operation, the access point and the controller can be on the same or different subnets. The access point communicates with the controller using standard IP packets.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Controller MAC Filter List Bridge Loop The access point supports packet bridging between wired and wireless network connections. The same network must never be connected to multiple wired ports on an access point or on two bridged access points. A bridge loop causes network routing problems. Controller DHCP Server The controller DHCP server only assigns IP addresses to lightweight access points and wireless clients associated to an access point.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Accessing the Console Port and the Reset Button Accessing the Console Port and the Reset Button The access point has a console port and a reset button located on the right side (see Figure 3-1). The console port is located under a covering plug. The reset button is located under a screw. Figure 3-1 Console Port and Reset Button Location 1 2 1 Console Port (uncovered). Use a large Phillips or Flat Blade screw driver to remove the covering plug of the port.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Monitoring the Access Point Status LED Step 4 Close the recess with the screw and the gasket. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screw to 1.8 to 2 lb.ft (2.49 to 2.71 Nm). To use the Reset button, press, and keep pressed, the Reset button on the access point during the AP boot cycle. Wait until the AP status LED changes to Amber. During this, the AP console shows a seconds counter, counting the number of seconds the Reset button is pressed.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Monitoring the Access Point Status LED Note It is expected that there will be small variations in LED color intensity and hue from unit to unit. This is within the normal range of the LED manufacturer specifications and is not a defect. The access point LED signals are listed in Table 3-1.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Monitoring the Access Point Status LED Table 3-1 Access Point LED Signals LED Message Type Color Meaning Boot loader errors Red There has been a DRAM memory test failure Blinking Red and Amber There has been a FLASH file system failure Blinking Red and Off This sequence may indicate any of the following: AP OS errors Association status Operating Status • Environment variable failure • Bad MAC address • Ethernet failure during image recovery • Boot environmen
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Verifying Controller Association Table 3-1 Access Point LED Signals LED Message Type Color Meaning Medium blinking Amber Signal level –60 to –57 dBm Slow blinking Amber Signal level –63 to –60 dBm Slow blinking Red Signal level –66 to –63 dBm Medium blinking Red Signal level –69 to –66 dBm Fast blinking Red Signal level –72 to –69 dBm Solid Red Signal level –75 to –72 dBm Off Signal level < –75 dBm Verifying Controller Association To verify that your access po
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Changing the Bridge Group Name Step 1 Log into your controller using a web browser. Step 2 Click Wireless. When access points associates to the controller, the access point name appears in the AP Name list. Step 3 Click on an access point name. Step 4 Find the Mesh Information section, and enter the new BGN in the Bridge Group Name field. Step 5 Click Apply. Step 6 Repeat Steps 2 through 5 for each access point.
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A P P E N D I X A Safety Guidelines and Warnings Translated versions of all safety warnings are available on Cisco.com. Additional safety information, along with regulatory information, is provided in Appendix B, “Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information”. Warning This equipment is to be installed by trained and qualified personnel, as per these installation instructions.
Appendix A Warning A readily accessible two-poled disconnect device must be incorporated in the fixed wiring. Statement 1022 Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Statement 1023 Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028 Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Appendix A Safety Guidelines and Warnings FCC Safety Compliance Statement The FCC, with its action in ET Docket 96-8, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC-certified equipment. When used with approved Cisco Aironet antennas, Cisco Aironet products meet the uncontrolled environmental limits found in OET-65 and ANSI C95.1, 1991.
Appendix A Safety Guidelines and Warnings • Use directional antennas, and keep them away from each other. • Cable the radios together using a combination of attenuators, combiners, or splitters to achieve a total attenuation of at least 60 dB.
Appendix A Safety Guidelines and Warnings 6. If the assembly starts to drop, move away from it and let it fall. Because the antenna, mast, cable, and metal guy wires are all excellent conductors of electrical current, even the slightest touch of any of these parts to a power line completes an electrical path through the antenna and the installer. 7. If any part of the antenna system should come in contact with a power line, do not touch it or try to remove it yourself.
Appendix A Translated Safety Warnings • Do you have the proper tools and equipment to complete your survey.
A P P E N D I X B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information This appendix provides declarations of conformity and regulatory information for the Cisco Aironet 1562 Outdoor Access Point.
Appendix B Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Manufacturers Federal Communication Commission Declaration of Conformity Statement Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Models: FCC Certification number: AIR-AP1562I-B-K9 LDK102104 AIR-AP1562E-B-K9 LKD102103 AIR-AP1562D-B-K9 LDK102104 Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Industry Canada Caution To meet regulatory restrictions, the access point must be professionally installed. Requirements of operator to register the RLAN device operating Outdoors in the 5150 -5250 MHz band and addressing possible interference issues in this band Section 15.407(j) of the rules established filing requirements for U-NII operators that deploy a collection of more than 1000 outdoor access points with the 5.15-5.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Industry Canada Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure This access point product has been found to be compliant to the requirements set forth in CFR 47 Section 1.1307 addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices as defined in Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields. Antennas that have 8 dBi to 14 dBi gain should be located at a minimum of 23.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein European Community, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Access Point Models: AIR-AP1562I-E-K9 AIR-AP1562E-E-K9 AIR-AP1562D-E-K9 Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC This declaration is only valid for configurations (combinations of software, firmware, and hardware) provided and supported by Cisco S
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-7
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity with regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC & Medical Directive 93/42/EEC The following standards were applied: EMC—EN 301.489-1 v1.8.1; EN 301.489-17 v2.1.1 Health & Safety—EN60950-1: 2005; EN 50385: 2002 Radio—EN 300 328 v 1.7.1; EN 301.893 v 1.5.1 The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10.4 and Annex III of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure The following is the declaration of conformity for RF exposure for the United States, Canada, European Union and Australia. United States This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans in reference to ANSI C 95.1 (American National Standards Institute) limits. The evaluation was based on ANSI C 95.1 and FCC OET Bulletin 65C rev 01.01.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity for RF Exposure Australia This system has been evaluated for RF exposure for Humans as referenced in the Australian Radiation Protection standard and has been evaluated to the ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) limits. To maintain compliance, the minimum separation distance for antennas that have 8 dBi to 14 dBi gain, is 23.6 inches (60 cm) from general bystanders.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan Guidelines for Operating Cisco Aironet Access Points in Japan This section provides guidelines for avoiding interference when operating Cisco Aironet access points in Japan. These guidelines are provided in both Japanese and English.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan VCCI Statement for Japan Warning This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Administrative Rules for Cisco Aironet Access Points in Taiwan English Translation Administrative Rules for Low-power Radio-Frequency Devices Article 12 For those low-power radio-frequency devices that have already received a type-approval, companies, business units or users should not change its frequencies, increase its power or change its original features and functions.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil 4.7.7 Manufacturers of U-NII devices are responsible for ensuring frequency stability such that an emission is maintained within the band of operation under all conditions of normal operation as specified in the user manual.
Appendix B Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil Regulatory Information Figure B-1 contains Brazil regulatory information for the access point models identified in the previous section.
Appendix B Operation of Cisco Aironet Access Points in Brazil Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide B-16 Declarations of Conformity and Regulatory Information
A P P E N D I X C Access Point Pinouts This appendix describes the pin signals of the access point Ethernet connectors, and the power injector input and output connectors.
Appendix C Cisco Aironet 1560 Series Outdoor Access Point Hardware Installation Guide C-2 Access Point Pinouts
