Delta Electronics WA7400 Enterprise WLAN AP User Manual 000164a
Delta Networks, Inc. Enterprise WLAN AP 000164a
Users Manual
Wireless Access Point
AT-WA7400
Installation Guide
TM
PN 613-000164 Rev A
Copyright © 2005 Allied Telesyn, Inc.
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written permission from Allied Telesyn, Inc.
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Allied Telesyn, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other
information contained in this document without prior written notice. The
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Allied Telesyn, Inc. be liable for any incidental, special, indirect, or consequential
damages whatsoever, including but not limited to lost profits, arising out of or
related to this manual or the information contained herein, even if Allied Telesyn,
Inc. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the possibility of such
damages.
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards
Standards: This product meets the following standards.
U.S. Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesyn, Inc.
Declares that the product: Wireless Access Point
Model Numbers: AT-WA7400
This product complies with FCC Part 15B, Class B Limits:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device must not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radiated Energy
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of 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 instructions,
may 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 or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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.
Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or
registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment
under Federal Communications Commission rules.
Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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RFI Emissions FCC Class B, EN55022 Class B,
CTICK, CE
Immunity EN55024
Electrical Safety EN60950 (TUV), UL 60950 (CULUS)
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards ..................................... 3
Translated Safety Statements ............................................................... 5
Preface .............................................................................................. 13
Safety Symbols Used in this Guide ..................................................... 14
Where to Find Web-based Guides ...................................................... 15
Contacting Allied Telesyn.................................................................... 16
Online Support ............................................................................ 16
Email and Telephone Support..................................................... 16
Returning Products...................................................................... 16
Sales or Corporate Information ................................................... 16
Management Software Updates.................................................. 16
Chapter 1: Overview ......................................................................... 19
Features .............................................................................................. 20
Front and Back Panels ........................................................................ 21
LEDs.................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 2: Installation ...................................................................... 25
Reviewing Safety Precautions............................................................. 26
Installation Guidelines ......................................................................... 28
Microwave Ovens........................................................................ 28
Cordless Telephones .................................................................. 29
Other Access Points.................................................................... 29
Unpacking the Access Point................................................................ 30
Installing the Antennas ........................................................................ 31
Using the Access Point on a Desktop ................................................. 33
Mounting an Access Point on a Wall................................................... 34
Mounting the Access Point on a Metal Surface................................... 36
Connecting the Access Point to the LAN ............................................ 37
Powering On the Access Point............................................................ 38
Starting a Management Session ......................................................... 40
Contents
Contents
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Warranty Registration.......................................................................... 45
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting ............................................................ 47
Appendix A: Technical Specifications ........................................... 49
Physical Specifications........................................................................ 49
Environmental Specifications .............................................................. 49
Power Specifications ........................................................................... 49
Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications ......................... 49
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Figure 1: AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point ..................................... 21
Figure 2: Front and Back Panels ......................................................... 21
Figure 3: Location of the Antenna Connectors.................................... 31
Figure 4: Attaching the Antennas ........................................................ 31
Figure 5: Attaching the Rubber Feet ................................................... 33
Figure 6: Aligning the Access Point for Mounting on the Wall............. 35
Figure 7: Attaching the Magnets ......................................................... 36
Figure 8: Attaching the LAN Cable...................................................... 37
Figure 9: Connecting the Power Adapter ............................................ 38
Figure 10: PoE Connection ................................................................. 39
Figure 11: CD Main Menu ................................................................... 40
Figure 12: KickStart Welcome Dialog Box .......................................... 41
Figure 13: KickStart Search Results Dialog Box ................................. 42
Figure 14: Administration Dialog Box .................................................. 43
Figure 15: Login Dialog Box ................................................................ 43
Figure 16: Basic Settings Page ........................................................... 44
Figures
Figures
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Table 1. Safety Symbols ................................................................... 14
Table 2. System LEDs ....................................................................... 22
Table 3. LAN LEDs ............................................................................ 22
Table 4. Wireless LEDs ..................................................................... 23
Tables
Tables
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Preface
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Safety Symbols Used in this Guide
This document uses the safety symbols defined in Table 1.
Table 1. Safety Symbols
Symbol Meaning Description
Caution Performing or omitting a specific action may
result in equipment damage or loss of data.
Warning Performing or omitting a specific action may
result in electrical shock.
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Where to Find Web-based Guides
The installation and user guides for all Allied Telesyn products are
available in portable document format (PDF) on our web site at
www.alliedtelesyn.com. You can view the documents online or
download them onto a local workstation or server.
Preface
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Contacting Allied Telesyn
This section provides Allied Telesyn contact information for technical
support as well as sales and corporate information.
Online Support
You can request technical support online by accessing the Allied
Telesyn Knowledge Base: http://kb.alliedtelesyn.com. You can use
the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff
and review answers to previously asked questions.
Email and Telephone Support
For Technical Support via email or telephone, refer to the Support &
Services section of the Allied Telesyn web site:
www.alliedtelesyn.com.
Returning Products
Products for return or repair must first be assigned a return materials
authorization (RMA) number. A product sent to Allied Telesyn without
an RMA number will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense.
To obtain an RMA number, contact Allied Telesyn Technical Support
through our web site: www.alliedtelesyn.com.
Sales or Corporate Information
You can contact Allied Telesyn for sales or corporate information
through our web site: www.alliedtelesyn.com. To find the contact
information for your country, select Contact Us -> Worldwide Contacts.
Management Software Updates
New releases of management software for our managed products are
available from either of the following Internet sites:
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Allied Telesyn web site: www.alliedtelesyn.com
Allied Telesyn FTP server: ftp://ftp.alliedtelesyn.com
If you prefer to download new software from the Allied Telesyn FTP
server from your workstation’s command prompt, you will need FTP
client software and you must log in to the server. Enter “anonymous” for
the user name and your email address for the password.
Preface
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Chapter 1
Overview
The Cirrus™ AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point is a wireless
communications hub for devices on your network. It provides
continuous, high-speed access between your wireless and Ethernet
devices. You administer the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point using
the AT-WA7400 management software.
This chapter contains the following sections:
“Features” on page 20
“Front and Back Panels” on page 21
“LEDs” on page 22
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Features
The features of the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point include:
High performance 108 Mbps (802.11g - 802.11a with upgrade) data
rate
Security support via 802.11i (WPA2), WPA-PSK, TKIP, AES, IEEE
802.1x, and EAP/802.1
Multiple BSSID and Virtual LAN (VLANs)
Inhibit SSID broadcast and Ignore SSID scan
MAC Access Control for wireless interface
Load balancing
802.11e (WMM only)
Wireless Distribution System (WDS) for Wireless Bridge Mode
supported
AP clustering
Rogue AP detection
Transmit power control/limiting
Power over Ethernet (PoE) capable
Two radios and two antennas (to activate the second radio, a
firmware upgrade is required)
One 10/100 Fast Ethernet port with auto-negotiation, and auto MDI/
MDIX, back pressure, and flow control
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Front and Back Panels
Figure 1 shows the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point.
Figure 1. AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point
Figure 2 shows the front and back panels of the wireless access point.
Figure 2. Front and Back Panels
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5V,2.8A
RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Antenna Connectors
Power Connector LAN Port
Reset Button
System LEDs LAN LEDs Wireless LEDs
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LEDs
The system LEDs on the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point are
described in Table 2.
The LAN LEDs are described in Table 3.
Table 2. System LEDs
LED State Description
Power Off The access point is not receiving power.
Green The access point is receiving power.
Test Off No system maintenance in progress.
Amber System startup or maintenance in progress.
Table 3. LAN LEDs
LED State Description
LNK/ACT (100M) On The access point is operating at
100 Mbps.
Off The access point is not operating
at 100 Mbps.
Blinking The access point is sending or
receiving data at 100 Mbps.
LNK/ACT (10 M) On The access point is operating at
10 Mbps.
Off The access point is not operating
at 10 Mbps.
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The Wireless LEDs are described in Table 4.
Blinking The access point is sending or
receiving data at 10 Mbps.
Table 4. Wireless LEDs
LED State Description
LNK/ACT
(WLAN a)
Off No link is detected.
Green An 802.11a WLAN link has been
made.
Blinking
Green
Network activity is occurring.
LNK/ACT
(WLAN g)
Off No link is detected.
Green An 802.11g WLAN link has been
made.
Blinking
Green
Network activity is occurring.
Table 3. LAN LEDs (Continued)
LED State Description
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Chapter 2
Installation
This chapter contains the following sections:
“Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 26
“Installation Guidelines” on page 28
“Unpacking the Access Point” on page 30
“Installing the Antennas” on page 31
“Using the Access Point on a Desktop” on page 33
“Mounting an Access Point on a Wall” on page 34
“Mounting the Access Point on a Metal Surface” on page 36
“Powering On the Access Point” on page 38
“Starting a Management Session” on page 40
“Warranty Registration” on page 45
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Reviewing Safety Precautions
Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to
install the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point.
Note
When you see the , go to the Allied Telesyn web site for
translated safety statements.
Warning: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the
cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. This unit contains
hazardous voltages and should only be opened by a trained
and qualified technician. To avoid the possibility of electric
shock, disconnect electric power to the product before
connecting or disconnecting the LAN cables. 3
Warning: Do not work on equipment or cables during
periods of lightning activity.4
Warning: Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To
de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. 5
Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed
near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 7
Warning: Operating Temperature. This product is designed
for a maximum ambient temperature of 40° degrees C. 9
All Countries: Install product in accordance with local and
National Electrical Codes. 10
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Caution: Do not install in direct sunlight, or a damp or dusty
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Installation Guidelines
Allied Telesyn recommends that you have an Allied Telesyn-certified
RF specialist conduct a site survey to determine the ideal locations for
all your Allied Telesyn wireless network devices. To conduct a proper
site survey, you need to have special equipment and training.
The following general practices should be followed in any installation:
Locate access points centrally within areas requiring coverage.
Overlap access point radio coverage areas to avoid coverage holes.
Position the access point so that its LEDs are visible. The LEDs are
useful for troubleshooting.
Install wired LAN cabling within node limit and cable length
limitations.
Use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) when AC power is not
reliable.
Proper antenna placement can help improve range. For information
about antenna options, contact your local Allied Telesyn representative.
When determining ideal locations for the access points, be aware that
you may see network performance degradation from microwave ovens,
cordless telephones, and other access points. For more information,
see the next sections.
Note
Microwave ovens, cordless telephones, and other access points do
not degrade the network performance of the 802.11a radio.
Microwave Ovens
Microwave ovens operate in the same frequency band as 802.11g and
802.11b radios; therefore, if you use a microwave oven within range of
your wireless network, you may notice network performance
degradation. Both your microwave oven and your wireless network will
continue to function, but you may want to consider relocating your
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microwave oven out of range of your access point.
Cordless Telephones
If you have an 802.11g or 802.11b radio in your access point, the radio
may experience interference from some cordless telephones. For
optimal performance, consider operating cordless telephones out of
range of your access points.
Other Access Points
Access points that are configured for the same frequency and that are
in the same radio coverage area may interfere with each other and
decrease throughput. You can reduce the chance of interference by
configuring access points at least five channels apart, such as channels
1, 6, and 11.
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Unpacking the Access Point
To unpack the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point, perform the
following procedure:
1. Remove all components from the shipping pckage.
Note
Store the packing material in a safe location. You must use the
original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied
Telesyn.
2. Place the access point on a secure, level surface.
3. Ensure that the following hardware components are included in your
access point packge. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your
Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance.
One AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point
Two antennas
One wall mount kit containing two wall anchors and two screws
One AC adapter
One RJ45 managment cable
Four rubber feet
One magnet kit containing four magnets and four screws
One documentation CD with KickStart utility
This installation guide
Warranty card
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Installing the Antennas
To install the antennas, perform the following procedure:
1. Remove the antennas from their package.
2. Locate the antenna connectors in the back of the AT-WA7400
Wireless Access Point, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3. Location of the Antenna Connectors
3. Screw one antenna into each antenna connector, as shown in
Figure 4.
Figure 4. Attaching the Antennas
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RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
Antennat Connectors
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5V
,2.8A
RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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You can point the antennas in the direction that provides the best
signal strength.
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Using the Access Point on a Desktop
You can place the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point on a desktop or
other flat surface.
To place the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point on a desktop, perform
the following procedure:
1. Turn the access point over so that the top is resting on a flat surface.
2. Attach the four rubber feet to the bottom of the access point as
shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Attaching the Rubber Feet
3. Turn the access point over and place it on a flat, secure surface such
as a desk or table, leaving ample space around the unit for
ventilation.
305
5V,2.8A
RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Mounting an Access Point on a Wall
To mount the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point on a wall, perform the
following procedure:
1. Select a wall location and mark two hole locations for the anchors
98.425 mm (3.875 in.) apart.
2. At the two marked hole locations, pre-drill for the drywall anchors.
3. Install the anchors and drive the screws into the anchors leaving
approximately 4.76 mm (.1875 in.) exposed.
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4. Align the keyholds on the back with the screw heads, as shown in
Figure 6.
Figure 6. Aligning the Access Point for Mounting on the Wall
5. Place the keyhole slots on the bottom of the access point over the
screw heads.
6. Slide the access point down onto the screw heads so that the access
point is securely mounted on the wall.
You can install the access point either horizontally or vertically.
307
5V
,2.8A
RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Mounting the Access Point on a Metal Surface
To mount the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point on a metal surface,
perform the following procedure:
1. Select a location for the access point.
2. Turn the access point over and place it on a secure surface.
3. Screw the four magnets into the back of the access point, as shown
in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Attaching the Magnets
4. Mount the access point on a metal surface.
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5V
,2.8A
RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Connecting the Access Point to the LAN
To connect the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point to the LAN, perform
the following procedure:
1. Locate the RJ45 cable in the box.
2. Connect one end of the cable to the LAN.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the LAN port on the back of the
access point, as shown in Figure 8.
Figure 8. Attaching the LAN Cable
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TM
5V
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RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Powering On the Access Point
To power on the access point, perform the following procedure:
1. Do one of the following:
a. Plug the power cord on the adapter into the power connector on
the back panel, as shown in Figure 9, and plug the power adapter
into a wall outlet.
Figure 9. Connecting the Power Adapter
b.
Warning: Do not work on equipment or cables during
periods of lightning activity.4
Warning: Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To
de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. 5
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5V
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RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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c. Plug a LAN cable from a unit that supports PoE into the LAN port,
as shown in Figure 10. No other power connection is required.
Figure 10. PoE Connection
2. Verify that the POWER LED is green. If the LED is off, refer to
Chapter 3, ”Troubleshooting” on page 47.
The access point is now powered on and ready for network
operation.
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5V
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RESET TO DEFAULT
LAN
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Starting a Management Session
To start a management session on the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access
Point, perform the following procedure:
1. Do one of the following to create an Ethernet connection between
the access point and your computer:
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the
access point and the other end to the same hub where your PC is
connected.
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the
access point and the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on
the your PC.
2. Insert the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point CD into the CD-
ROM drive on your computer.
The CD starts up and displays a menu, as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11. CD Main Menu
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Wait for the search to complete, or until KickStart has found your new
access points, as shown in Figure 13..
Figure 13. KickStart Search Results Dialog Box
Note
The KickStart utility only finds other AT-WA7400 Wireless Access
Points.
If KickStart does not find the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point you
just installed, an informational window is displayed with
troubleshooting information about your LAN and power connections.
5. Review the list of access points that KickStart found, as shown in the
example in Figure 13.
The access points are listed with their location, MAC address, and IP
address.
6. Verify the MAC address shown with the hardware label on your
AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point(s).
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7. Click Next.
The Administration dialog box opens, as shown in Figure 14.
Figure 14. Administration Dialog Box
8. Click Administration.
You are prompted for a user name and password, as shown in
Figure 15.
Figure 15. Login Dialog Box
The default user name is “manager” and the default password is
“friend.”
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Warranty Registration
After installing your access point, you can register your product by
completing the enclosed warranty card and sending it to Allied Telesyn,’
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Chapter 3
Troubleshooting
If the AT-WA7400 Wireless Access Point is not operating correctly, do
one of the following:
Press the Reset to Default button once to reboot the access point.
You can also reset the access point through the AT-S77
management software. See Chapter 20, “Maintenance and
Monitoring” in the AT-WA7400 Management Software User’s Guide.
Hold in the Reset to Default button for more than five seconds to
restore the factory default settings. You can also restore the factory
default settings through the AT-S77 management software. See
Chapter 20, “Maintenance and Monitoring” in the AT-WA7400
Management Software User’s Guide.
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Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 176.34 mm x 103.62 mm x 23.20 mm (W x
D x H)
(6.94 in. x 4.07 in. x .91 in.)
Weight: 250 g (8.81 oz.)
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature: 0 to 85°C
Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C
Operating Humidity: 10 to 90% noncondensing
Storage Humidity: 10 to 95% noncondensing
Operating Altitude Range: 3,000 m
Power Specifications
Input Supply Voltage: Power over Ethernet or 5 VDC/2.8 A DC
adapter
Power Consumption: 5.75 W (max.)
Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications
EMI/RFI: EN 55022/CISPR 22 Class B; FCC Part 15
Class B, FCC Part 15B, 15C, and 15E; EN
301 893; EN 300 328; EN 301 489
Transmitter EMC
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Immunity: Canada IC; CE Mark; CE Marked,
compliant with RTT&E, EMC, LVD
Directives; C-Tick
Electrical Safety: UL 1950/C22.2#950 IEC; TUV; EN 60950;
EN 60593-IP53
Federal Communication Commission 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.
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 interfere nce, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. To maintain
compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct
contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.
If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, then it
is restricted in indoor environment only.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Delta Networks, Inc. declares that the AT -WA7400 (FCC ID: PD5WA7400) is
limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in the USA.
Canada-Industry Canada(IC)
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause
interference and 2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum
gain of 2.8 dBi. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations
of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.