Altai Technologies C22221000 C2s Dual-band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/Bridge User Manual

Altai Technologies Limited C2s Dual-band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/Bridge

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Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved C2s Dual-band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/Bridge Model: C2-2221-000 Installation Guide Version 1.0 Date: May, 2016
ii Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Copyright © 2016 Altai Technologies Limited ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Altai Technologies Limited Unit 209, 2/F, Lakeside 2, 10 Science Park West Avenue, Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong Telephone: +852 3758 6000 Fax: +852 2607 4021 Web: www.altaitechnologies.com Customer Support Centre: Email: support@altaitechnologies.com
iii Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 3. This device should not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules; these limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example – use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Warning The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 45 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures
iv Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide . C2s access points require professional installation. Please install a lightning arrestor to protect the access point for lightning dissipation during rainstorms. Lightning arrestors are mounted outside the structure and must be grounded by means of a ground wire to the nearest ground rod or item that is grounded. Disclaimer All specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Altai Technologies assumes no responsibilities for any inaccuracies in this document or for any obligation to update information in this document. This document is provided for information purposes only. Altai Technologies reserves the right to change, modify, transfer, or otherwise revise this publication without notice.
v Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Table of contents TABLEOFCONTENTS ...................................................................................................................... V1.INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................12.FIELDINSTALLATION...............................................................................................................22.1.UNPACKTHESHIPMENT .........................................................................................................22.2.HARDWAREOVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 32.3.PREPARATIONFORINSTALLINGC2S............................................................................................... 52.4.CABLEFEED‐THROUGH................................................................................................................ 52.5.MOUNTINGOPTIONS .................................................................................................................. 62.6.POWEROPTIONSANDCABLECONNECTIONINSTRUCTIONS ................................................................. 72.7.C2SWATERPROOFPROTECTION ................................................................................................... 93.ELECTRICALPROTECTION......................................................................................................113.1.SURGEPROTECTOR ................................................................................................................... 113.2.LIGHTNINGPROTECTIONSYSTEM................................................................................................. 113.3.LANCABLEFOROUTDOORINSTALLATION..................................................................................... 11
1 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 1. Introduction This guide is designed to provide the information needed to mount Altai C2s Super WiFi AP/CPE at the site location. The document is applicable for hardware platform C2s and the following models. Product name: C2s Dual-band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/Bridge It is assumed in this document that a site survey has been performed before the site installation. The appropriate antenna pole and AP locations have been selected. It is a good practice to have a document which consists of a map and drawing illustrating the AP and poles locations. A planning on IP network is also an important issue for network planning. The user may need to refer the following document during C2s installation and Configuration. [1] C2s Configuration Manual [2] C2s Data Sheet
2 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2. Field Installation 2.1. Unpack the shipment Check the equipment and the installation kits against the packing list to ensure that the equipment part numbers, parts, and the ancillary equipment included in the shipment match what is specified on the packing list. The shipment consists of a C2s Super WiFi AP/CPE and an installation kit in the container. If there is any difference from the packing list, you may need to contact the sales representative. Inspect the equipment to see if there is any shipping damage. If it does have any damage, you can contact the sales representative for repair or replacement. Figure 1 C2s Package Contentsor or EU Plug UK Plug US Plug Cable Ties (Qty. 2) + Mounting Anchors (Qty. 2) and Screws (Qty. 2) DC Injector C2s Main Unit AC Adapter Quick Start Guide
3 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2.2. Hardware Overview LED Panel Power Solid Yellow: Power on Off: No Power Received Signal Strength (Station/Repeater/Bridge Mode) 2.4G/5G Radio WiFi (AP/STA/Repeater/Bridge Mode) Solid Green: 1. AP Mode on but with no Clients Associated 2. STA/Repeater Mode on but not connected to AP 3. Bridge Mode on but not connected to Remote Peer Flashing Green: AP Mode with at least one Client Associated for Data Transmitting/Receiving Off: Radio Disabled LAN (Ethernet 0/1) Solid Blue/Green: LAN Connected (Blue for 1Gbps; Green for 100/10Mbps) Flashing Blue/Green: Data Transmitting/Receiving Off: LAN Disconnected Flashing Yellow: AP Booting Up
4 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved Ethernet Ports and Reset Button ETH0/PoE IN: It is used to connect to power source (see the Power Options in the following section) and provides 10/100/1000 Mbps network interface for LAN connection. ETH1: It provides 10/100/1000 Mbps network interface for LAN connection with peripherals. Reset Button: It serves two functions for C2s operation: • Reboot: Press and hold the Reset Button for 2-3 seconds until the Power LED blink once. • Factory Reset: Press and hold the Reset Button for 5-8 seconds until the Power LED blink twice consecutively. Reset Button Eth. Port 0 Eth. Port 1 0s 2-3s 5-8s Power LED Reboot Factory Reset
5 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2.3. Preparation for Installing C2s Before installation, please prepare the following tools: 1) Needle-Nose Pliers (for cable feed-through) 2) Screw Driver (for wall mount) 3) RJ45 Shielded Connector Crimper 4) STP CAT5e/6 Straight Cable x 2 5) Waterproof Sealing Tapes and Electrical Tapes 6) Grounding Cable 7) An 802.3at to Passive PoE Adapter (Optional and ordered separately when using with 802.3at-compliant PoE switch or PoE injector) 2.4. Cable Feed-Through 1. Prepare a pair of needle-nose pliers. 2. Follow the instructions on the drawing below to cut a feed-through hole for ETH0 Port cabling. 3. Cut another hole with pliers for ETH1 Port cabling if necessary. For ETH1 Port Cabling For ETH0 Port Cabling
6 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2.5. Mounting Options Option 1: Pole Mount 1. Orient the device to point to the target coverage area (for AP mode) or to the target AP (for Station mode). 2. Loop two cable ties through the slots on the back of the device and then wrap them around the pole. 3. Tighten the cable ties to ensure the device is firmly in place. Option 2: Wall Mount 1. Using the back mount base as reference, mark the location of the mounting holes on a flat wall surface. 2. Drill mounting holes on the marked locations. The two holes should be 60mm (2.3 inches) apart. 3. Fasten the device to the wall using the mounting anchors and screws provided.60mm
7 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2.6. Power Options and Cable Connection Instructions Option 1: AC Adapter and DC Injector 1. Connect C2s ETH0 port to a DC injector’s “PWR+DATA” port with an Ethernet Cable. 2. Connect a computer to the DC injector’s “DATA” port with another Ethernet Cable. 3. Connect the AC power adapter to the DC injector and plug it into a power socket. 4. Make sure the Power LED light is yellow and ETH 0 LED light is blue/green. Option 2: 802.3at-compliant PoE switch / PoE Injector 1. Connect C2s ETH0 port to an 802.3at to Passive PoE Adapter’s “PWR+DATA” port with an Ethernet Cable. 802.3at-Compliant PoE Switch 802.3at to Passive PoE Adapter (Separately ordered)
8 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2. Connect a port of an 802.3at PoE Switch to the PoE Adapter “802.3at” port with another Ethernet Cable. 3. Make sure the Power LED light is yellow and the ETH0 LED light is blue/green. 4. Connect a computer to the switch.
9 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 2.7. C2s Waterproof Protection Especially for outdoor installation, waterproof protection can enhance the protection from water Ingress. Both the LAN cable and the unit should be wrapped. 1. Wrap the cable with a layer of rubber tape. Start from 5cm below the connector. Wrap a loop and overlap a half. Continue until it reaches under the connector. 2. Wrap the C2s unit with a layer of rubber tape. Start from 1cm above of the lid. Wrap a loop and overlap a half. Continue until it reaches the bottom. The bottom should be completely shielded by the rubber tape.
10 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 3. Wrap the C2s unit with a layer of electrical tape. Start from 1cm above the rubber tape wrapping. Wrap a loop and overlap a half. Continue until it reaches the bottom.
11 Altai C2s Dual-Band 2x2 802.11ac WiFi AP/CPE Installation Guide Altai Technologies Ltd. All rights reserved 3. Electrical Protection 3.1. Surge Protector It is strongly advised the C2s unit be installed with surge protector (ordered separately), especially for outdoor deployment, to protect it against electrical surge. The surge protector should be grounded properly and installed as close to the C2s unit as possible in order to prevent the C2s from the electrical damage. 3.2. Lightning Protection System The C2s unit should be installed with a lightning rod and protected by relevant lightning protection system to avoid any potential electrical damage caused by lightning. 3.3. LAN Cable for Outdoor Installation STP cable with shielded connectors is required to protect the C2s against ESD. Follow the instruction to crimp the cable: 1. Cut about 4cm of the wire coating. 2. Untwist eight wires with the order from left to right: Orange White, Orange, White Green, Blue, White Blue, Green, White Brown, Brown. The order will be the same on both sides. 3. Straighten eight wires and cut the wire with only 2cm extension 4. Insert the wires into an RJ45 modular jack. The hook should face down. All eight wires should touch the top of the jack. 5. The foil and the shield of RJ45 connector should have direct contact. 6. Insert the modular jack into the crimping tool. Press down on the tool firmly.

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