User's Guide

MWS100 Configuration Guide
Strix Systems Access/One Edge
MWS100 Mobile Wireless System
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4. Installation
4 Installation
Note: The MWS100 is designed for professional installation. Failure to comply
fully with these instructions may void the MWS100 warranty and/or violate local
safety or radio regulations.
1. Select a mounting location for the MWS100. The MWS100 is designed for
mounting in an interior compartment or trunk of an automobile. It is not
intended for outdoor deployment. The MWS100 must not be exposed to
liquids. Mount the MWS100 using the chassis mounting holes and hardware
suitable for the particular installation.
2. Select antennas with gain specifications according to the table below.
Note: The maximum allowable power for each antenna type is noted in the last column. The
installer must set the power correctly for the chosen antennas.
Frequency Antenna Type Connection Method
Maximum
Gain
Maximum
Power Setting
2412-2462MHz
5150-5250MHz
5745-5850MHz
Linear Polarized
Dome
LMR200 Cable (> 3 ft.
length)
4 dBi Full
2412-2462MHz
5150-5250MHz
5745-5850MHz
Omni-directional
Direct connection to
MWS100
3 dBi
5 dBi
5 dBi
Full
2412-2462MHz Omni-directional
LMR200 Cable (> 3 ft.
length)
8 dBi Full
5745-5850MHz Omni-directional
LMR200 Cable (> 3 ft.
length)
12 dBi -3dB (23dBm)
4940-4990MHz Omni-directional
LMR200 Cable (> 3 ft.
length)
11 dBi Full
3. Mount the selected antennas securely onto the vehicle following all antenna
manufacturer instructions and recommendations. Provide a suitable length of
LMR-200 type antenna cable between each antenna and the MWS100. If
using only one antenna, connect it to the port labeled “MAIN”. Connect a
second antenna to the port labeled “AUX”.