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SKYPILOT NETWORK CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY

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SKYPILOT NETWORK CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY

1.1 Gateway (GW1000)

The Gateway (GW1000) is a fully integrated, environmentally hardened device providing

the interface between a wireless SkyPilot network and the Internet/Wide Area Network

(WAN). The connection to the Internet is via a single 10/100bT Ethernet port. The

connection to the SkyPilot Seed/CPE (SD1000) units is via multiple, individually

optimized wireless links.

The SkyPilot Gateway houses eight individual antenna elements providing a total of 360

degree horizontal coverage and a 12 degree vertical angle. These antennas, along with all

RF and digital circuitry, are integrated in a compact, light-weight, environmentally

hardened housing. Note that only one antenna is selected at any one moment in time.

1.2 Seed/CPE (SD1000)

The Seed/CPE (SD1000) provides for both the extension of a wireless network and the

local connection for a subscriber. It may be deployed in any of the following modes:

• Seed Only

An SD1000 can be deployed solely for the purpose of expanding the wireless

network. In this mode, a subscriber interface shall not be provided.

• CPE Only

An SD1000 can be deployed solely for the purpose of providing a subscriber interface

to the wireless network. The unit is installed on (or close to) a subscriber’s home or

business and the 10/100bT Ethernet interface provides a high-speed network

interface.

• Combined Mode

An SD1000 can provide a subscriber interface while also expanding the wireless

network. A unit installed on a subscribers premise also provides for the expansion of

the network with (typically) multiple wireless links to other units.

The SD1000 is mechanically and electrically identical to the GW1000, containing the

same antenna array. A single 10/100bT Ethernet port provides a subscriber interface.