User's Manual

16 AP-8533 Access Point
2.2 Precautions
Before installing an AP-8533 Access Point, verify the following:
• Your are using the correctly rated power solution for the AP-8533
(either the AP-PSBIAS-2P3-ATR Power Injector or the PS000090A01
external power supply)
• Do not to install the AP-8533 in wet or dusty areas.
• Verify the environment has a continuous temperature range between
32° F to 122° or 0° C to 50° C.
2.3 Access Point Placement
For optimal performance, install the Access Point away from transformers,
heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators and
other industrial equipment. Signal loss can occur when metal, concrete, walls
or floors block transmission. Install the Access Point in an open area or add
Access Points as needed to improve coverage.
Antenna coverage is analogous to lighting. Users might find an area lit from far
away to be not bright enough. An area lit sharply might minimize coverage and
create dark areas. Uniform antenna placement in an area (like even
placement of a light bulb) provides even, efficient coverage.
Install the Access Point at an ideal height of 10 feet from the ground.
To maximize the Access Point’s radio coverage area, Zebra recommends
conducting a site survey to define and document radio interference obstacles
before installing the Access Point.
2.4 Power Injector System
An AP-8533 Access Point can receive power via an Ethernet cable connected
to the GE1/POE (LAN) port.
When users purchase a WLAN solution, they often need to place Access
Points in obscure locations. In the past, a dedicated power source was
required for each Access Point in addition to the Ethernet infrastructure. This
often required an electrical contractor to install power drops at each Access
Point location. The Power Injector merges power and Ethernet into one cable,