Installation Guide Outdoor CPE CPE210 / CPE220 / CPE510 / CPE520
CONTENTS Overview 1 Hardware Connection Site Consideration Connection and Installation Lightning & ESD Protection 3 5 6 Software Configuration Logging into the PharOS Configuration for Typical Applications • Point-to-Point • Point-to-Multipoint • Hotspot 8 11 11 13 15 Antenna Alignment 17 Specifications 18 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) 19
Overview TP-LINK's Pharos series outdoor CPEs are dedicated to outdoor wireless network solutions. This guide is applicable to products including CPE210, CPE220, CPE510 and CPE520. • Package Contents Power Cord Pharos CPE Passive PoE Adapter Pole Mounting Straps Installation Guide • LED Explanation AP/AP Router mode: All four LEDS remain solid. Client/Bridge/Repeater/AP Client Router mode: That the more LEDs lit will indicate better wireless signal strength.
• Panel Layout Pharos CPE: Grounding Terminal Shielded Ethernet Port LAN0 (Passive PoE in) Shielded Ethernet Port LAN1 RESET Passive PoE Adapter: Power LED The Power LED indicates the status of the electric current: green (0~0.8A), red (0.8A~1A).
Hardware Connection 1. Site Consideration • Mounting Height Ensure a clear line of sight between the wireless devices for an optimum performance. An elevated location is recommended as obstacles like trees, buildings and large steel structures will weaken the wireless signal. See 'Q2' in 'FAQ' for details about how to calculate the minimum mounting height of the devices.
• Orientation Install the CPE devices with the front facing the intended signal receiving devices. You can orient the devices with the assistance of Google Maps, GPS and some landmarks according to the horizontal beamwidth listed below.
2. Connection and Installation 5734 MADE IN CHINA Password: admin 5GHz 300Mbps 13dBi Outdoor CPE Power: 24V 1A Model: CPE510 Default Settings: IP: 192.168.0.254 Username: admin This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3. Lightning & ESD Protection Proper grounding is extremely important for outdoor devices. By using shielded CAT5e (or above) cable with ground wire for the connection and the provided PoE adapter (method 1 ), you can effectively eliminate ESD attacks. If you use the general CAT5e cable for the connection, then it is necessary to connect the grounding terminal of the CPE to earth ground through grounding cable (method 2 ).
Sheath Twisted Pair Ground Wire Cable Shield Secondary Cable Shield Shielded RJ45 Connector Shielded CAT5e (or above) Cable with Ground Wire 7
Software Configuration This chapter introduces the login to the PharOS Web Interface and the software configurations to implement three typical applications, including point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and hotspot. 1. Logging into the PharOS 1. Before accessing the PharOS Web Interface, you need to assign a static IP address 192.168.0.x (2≤x≤253) to your computer. We use 192.168.0.10 as an example in the figure below.
2. Open your web browser, type 'http://192.168.0.254' in the address field and press 'Enter'. It is recommended to use the latest version of Google Chrome, Safari or Firefox. 3. The 'Login' page will appear, set the parameters as below. • Username: admin. • Password: admin. • Region: select according to your country/region. • Select 'I agree to these terms of use'. • Click 'Login'. 4. At the first login, change the 'Password' for safety.
5. Then you will log in to the PharOS Web Interface and see the Status page as shown in the figure below.
2. Configuration for Typical Applications This section introduces the configurations for the point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and hotspot applications. Refer to the section corresponding to your networking needs. • Point-to-Point Point-to-Point application is used to build a transparent bridge between two locations which are far from each other. The figure shown below is an example for this application. IP camera Computer Access Point LAN: 192.168.0.254 Client LAN: 192.168.0.
Configure the Client 1. Log in to PharOS 2. Go to the Quick Setup page 3. Operation Mode • Select 'Client'. • Click 'Next'. 4. LAN Settings • IP Address: 192.168.0.2 (in the same subnet with the Access Point) • Click 'Next'. 5. Wireless Client Settings • SSID of Remote AP: click 'Survey', select the SSID of the Access Point, and click 'Connect'. • Security: select 'WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK'. • PSK Password: enter the password of the Access Point. • Distance Setting: enter the same number with the Access Point.
• Point-to-Multipoint Point-to-Multipoint application is used to serve Internet access for multiple locations from a single Access Point. There are many types of configurations to provide this service. Here we introduce the ISP-style (Internet Service Provider along with subscribers) Point-to-Multipoint application, as shown in the figure below. AP Client Router LAN: 192.168.0.254 WAN: Dynamic IP Access Point LAN: 192.168.7.2 Internet Router LAN: 192.168.7.1 AP Client Router LAN: 192.168.0.
4. LAN Settings • IP Address: 192.168.7.2 (in the same subnet with the router). • Click 'Next'. 5. Wireless AP Settings • SSID: customize the name for the network as you like. • Security: select 'WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK'. • PSK Password: create the password for the network as you like. • Distance Setting: enter the distance between the Access Point and the most remote client. It is recommended to round the number up to the nearest integer.
• Hotspot Hotspot application is used to provide Internet access for wireless devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops. If the CPE is connected to a router, we recommend setting it in the Access Point mode. Smartphone Internet Laptop Router Access Point Tablet Refer to the following steps to configure the CPE. Configure the Access Point 1. Log in to PharOS 2. Go to the Quick Setup page 3. Operation Mode • Select 'Access Point'. • Click 'Next'. 4. LAN Settings: Click 'Next'. 5.
If the CPE is connected to a Modem, we recommend setting it in the AP Router mode. Smartphone Internet Laptop Modem AP Router Tablet Refer to the following steps to configure the CPE. Configure the AP Router (equal to a SOHO router) 1. Log in to PharOS 2. Go to the Quick Setup page 3. Operation Mode • Select 'AP Router'. • Click 'Next'. 4. WAN Connection Type *These settings may vary depending on the ISP. Please contact your ISP for the correct information. • Select 'Dynamic IP'. • Click 'Next'. 5.
Antenna Alignment In order to get the best performance, you can precisely align the direction of the CPE with the assistance of 'Wireless Signal Quality' on 'STATUS' page of the PharOS Web Interface. Adjust the direction of the CPE until the device reaches the highest SNR.
Specifications HARDWARE FEATURES Power Supply CPE520/CPE220: 275.83*79*60.3mm CPE510/CPE210: 224.34*79*60.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Q1. How to restore the CPE to its factory default settings? With the CPE powered on, press and hold the 'RESET' button of the CPE or the 'Remote Reset' button of the passive PoE adapter for about 8 seconds until the Wireless Signal Strength LEDs flash.
Q2. How to calculate the minimum mounting height of the devices? In order to maximize the received signal strength of the devices, installers need to minimize the effect of the out-of-phase signals, which is caused by obstacles in the path between the transmitter and the receiver. Fresnel Zone is a usual method to calculate this path, as shown in the formula and the figure below.
Q3. How can I use Spectrum Analysis to find the appropriate channel for the devices? 1. Log in to PharOS, on the 'WIRELESS' page, you can find the 'Spectrum Analysis' button as shown in the figure below. Click the button. 2. The following window will pop up. Click 'Yes' and you will then get into the 'Spectrum Analysis' page. 3. Select the 'Frequency Range' and click the 'Start' button, the PharOS will begin to analyze the power of the frequency.
4. Close the Spectrum Analysis Window, and then you will get back to the 'WIRELESS' page. For the Channel/Frequency option, it is recommended to select a value whose frequency is within the noted frequency range. So, in this example, the recommended Channel/Frequency is 116/5580MHz. Q4. What is Pharos MAXtream? Pharos MAXtream is a proprietary protocol developed on the basis of Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) by TP-LINK.
FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Safety Information • When product has power button, the power button is one of the way to shut off the product; When there is no power button, the only way to completely shut off power is to disconnect the product or the power adapter from the power source. • Don’t disassemble the product, or make repairs yourself. You run the risk of electric shock and voiding the limited warranty. If you need service, please contact us. • Avoid water and wet locations.
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