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SKYPILOT NETWORK CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY
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SKYPILOT NETWORK CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY
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3 Installation
In a typical wide-area wireless network utilizing SkyPilot units, the Gateway is installed
on the roof of a tall building or tower. The direct coverage area of the Gateway is
generally proportionate to the height of the installation.
A Gateway may also be used in smaller scale networks. Examples include high-capacity
business or academic campus interconnection, or a localized access network. In this case,
the Gateway could be installed on a local, medium height building or utility pole.
As previously mentioned, the SD1000 maybe deployed as a CPE, in which case it is
installed on a customer location, or as a Seed device. As a Seed device it may be installed
on medium height buildings, or utility poles.
3.1 Unit Mounting
A mounting bracket is provided with the GW1000 and SD1000 units. This bracket
fastens to a standard 1.25inch diameter pole. Any mounting system that meets local
wind-loading regulations and provides a 1.25inch diameter by 5inch long connecting
surface will be satisfactory. The photograph below shows a typical rooftop unit
installation.