FreeWave Technologies ASM1101CR 802.11bgn PCIe Module User Manual

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WavePoint 10e Software 1.0.38 User Manual Part Number: LUM0063AA Revision: A Last Updated: 03/21/2014
Page 2 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WarrantyFreeWave Technologies, Inc. warrants your FreeWave® Wireless Data Transceiver against defects in materials and manufacturing for a period of one year from the date of shipment, depending on model number. In the event of a Product failure due to materials or workmanship, FreeWave will, at its discretion, repair or replace the Product. For evaluation of Warranty coverage, return the Product to FreeWave upon receiving a Return Material Authorization (RMA). FreeWave’s policy for handling WavePoint products returned due to a fault, after complaint is validated by FreeWave’s Customer Support, is to replace the product with a new or refurbished unit upon receipt of reported faulty product. This means failure analysis on said product will not be performed and reported to customers. All failed units will be bagged and tagged so they can be revisited in the event that FreeWave experiences a high degree of failures or a trend. At which time, FreeWave will perform a root-cause analysis and take the appropriate corrective actions. Any visual or external damage noted on returned units will be communicated back to customers and may void the warranty, at which time, a Purchase Order (PO) will be requested from the customer for product replacement In no event will FreeWave Technologies, Inc., its suppliers, or its licensors be liable for any damages arising from the use of or inability to use this Product. This includes business interruption, loss of business information, or other loss which may arise from the use of this Product. OEM customer’s warranty periods can vary. Warranty Policy will not apply in the following circumstances: 1. If Product repair, adjustments, or parts replacements are required due to accident, neglect, or undue physical, electrical, or electromagnetic stress. 2. If Product is used outside of FreeWave specifications as stated in the Product's data sheet. 3. If Product has been modified, repaired, or altered by Customer unless FreeWave specifically authorized such alterations in each instance in writing. This includes the addition of conformal coating. Special Rate Replacement Option A special rate replacement option is offered to non-warranty returns or upgrades. The option to purchase the replacement unit at this special rate is only valid for that RMA. The special replacement rate option expires if not exercised within 30 days of final disposition of RMA. RestrictedRightsAny product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged. This manual is for use by purchasers and other authorized users of FreeWave products. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, or for any purpose without the express written permission of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. FreeWave reserves the right to make changes to this manual without notice. FreeWave assumes no responsibility or liability for the use of this manual or the infringement of any copyright or other proprietary right. FreeWave Technologies, Inc. Boulder, CO 303.381.9200 Toll Free: 1.866.923.6168 Printed in the United States of America. Fax: 303.786.9948 Copyright © 2014 by FreeWave Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. www.freewave.com
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LUM0063AA Rev A Page 5 of 165 This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WavePoint 10eTableofContentsPreface 17 Chapter 1: Introduction 19 Key Features and Supported Protocols 20 Wireless Operating Modes 20 Available Network Services 20 Device Management 20 Network Security 21 Requirements 21 Installation Settings 21 Equipment and Configuration 22 Accessories 22 Product Variations 23 WavePoint 10e Labels 23 Sample: Configuration Label 23 Sample: Port Assignment Label 23 WavePoint™ Components 24 Data Connectors 24 RF Connectors 24 Certified Antennas 25 Antenna Installation Warning 25 900MHz Antennas 25 2.4GHz Antennas 26 5GHz Antennas 26 Antenna Installation 27
Page 6 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Placement Considerations 27 Transmit Power Settings 28 RF Loss 28 WavePoint™ EIRP Limits 29 RF Considerations for 2.4 GHz ISM Band 29 Peak Power Output 29 Point-to-Point Link 30 Guidelines 30 Point-to-Multi-Point Link 31 RF Considerations for 900MHz ISM Band 31 WavePoint™ GUI to Actual RF Power 31 Connect Power 32 Network Deployment Scenarios 32 Wired Access 33 Wireless Access 33 Multiple Repeaters 33 Connecting and Logging In 33 Configuration Pages 35 Searching for Menus 36 Chapter 2: Configuring Basic WavePoint™ Network Features 37 Setting the Device IP Address and Subnet 38 IPv4 Networks - Set the IP Address and Subnet 38 Reserved Subnets 38 Procedure 38 Enabling and Configuring DHCP 39
LUM0063AA Rev A Page 7 of 165 This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WavePoint 10eIPv4 Addressing - Enable and Configure DHCP 39 Reserving IP Addresses 41 Reserve IP Addresses in an IPv4 Network 41 Delete a Specific LAN Reserved IP Address 41 Delete all Reserved IP Addresses 42 Using Multiple WANs or a Single WAN 42 Indicate the Number of WANs in Use 42 Configuring the WAN in an IPv4 Network 43 Defining WAN Connections Using Static IP Addresses 43 Procedure 43 Defining WAN Connections Using DHCP 44 Procedure 44 Defining WAN Connections Using PPPoE 45 Procedure 45 Defining WAN Connections Using PPTP 46 Procedure 46 Setting the Device Mode 47 Procedure 47 Chapter 3: Additional Data Networking Features 49 Defining Physical WAN Port Settings 49 Procedure 49 Setting Up Auto Fail-Over in Multi-WAN Environments 50 Procedure 50 Balancing Data Flow in Multi-WAN Environments 51 Procedure 51
Page 8 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Restricting the Traffic Type for Each WAN Port 52 Configure a Traffic Restriction (Protocol Binding) for a WAN Port 53 Enable or Disable a Protocol Binding Configuration 54 Delete a Protocol Binding Configuration 54 Binding an IP Address to a MAC Address 54 Procedure 54 Data Routing 55 Defining Static Routing Rules 55 Define a Static IPv4 Route 56 Delete an Existing Static Route 57 Defining Routing Internet Protocol Rules 57 Define RIP in IPv4 Networks 58 Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) 58 Enabling VLANs 59 Procedure 59 Defining VLANs in the Network 59 Procedure 59 Delete an Available VLAN 60 Mapping VLANs to LAN Subnets 60 Procedure 61 Associating Port Traffic to a VLAN 62 Procedure 62 WaveMesh 64 WaveMesh Methods 64 Example: WaveMesh Routing Diagram 65
LUM0063AA Rev A Page 9 of 165 This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WavePoint 10eWaveMesh using Auto Selection Method 66 WaveMesh using Branch Selection Method 69 WaveMesh using a List Selection Method 72 Chapter 4: Configuring Wireless Access 79 Example: Point-to-Point Configuration 79 Configuring a Point-to-Point Network 80 Point-to-Multipoint Configuration Examples 80 Example 1: Point-to-Multipoint 80 Setup Procedure 80 Example 2: Point-to-Multipoint 81 Procedure 81 Configuring Wireless Communication 82 Procedure 83 Bench Test Verification of WavePoint™ Configuration 85 Required Materials 85 RF Cabled Test Procedure 86 Open Antenna Test Procedure 86 Defining Advanced Radio Settings 87 Procedure 88 Verify the Wireless Connection 91 Enabling Virtual Access Points 91 Procedure 92 Change a Virtual Access Point's Settings 92 Wireless Security 93 Authorizing Wireless Access 93
Page 10 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Procedure 93 Restricting Access by MAC Address 95 Set the ACL Policy Type 95 Add or Edit MAC Addresses in the ACL List 96 Delete a Device from the List 96 Enabling Rogue Access Point Detection 96 Procedure 96 Review Devices that Attempted to Access the Network 97 Defining EAP Authentication and External RADIUS Servers 97 Configure the EAP Authentication 97 Define an External RADIUS Server 98 Scheduling When Wireless Connections are Available 99 Define and Enable a Schedule for a Wireless Connection 99 Disable a Schedule 100 Chapter 5: Security 101 Firewall Overview 101 Firewall Basic Policies 101 Default Outbound Policy 101 Set the Outbound Traffic Policy 102 Firewall Rules 102 Creating Firewall Rules for IPv4 102 Delete an IPv4 Firewall Rule 105 Disable an IPv4 Firewall Rule 105 Custom Services 105 Configure Custom Service Settings 106
LUM0063AA Rev A Page 11 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WavePoint 10eDelete an Existing Custom Service 107 VPN Passthrough 107 Procedure 107 Firewall Schedules 107 Configuring Firewall Schedules 108 Delete a Firewall Schedule 108 Application Rules 109 Configuring Application Rules 109 Delete an Application Rule 110 Application Rules Status 111 VPN Tunnels and IPsec 111 Configuring a VPN Tunnel with IPsec 111 Configuring a Basic VPN Tunnel 111 IPsec Policies 112 Configuring an IPsec VPN Policy 113 Configuring an Auto Policy that uses IKE to Perform Negotiations between Two VPN Clients 116 Configure Phase 2 Auto Policy Parameters 119 Configure Phase 2 Manual Policy Parameters 120 Delete an IPSec VPN Policy 121 Edit the Default DHCP Range 121 Chapter 6: Management and Administration 123 Set Up Remote Access to the WAN Port 124 Procedure 124 User Access Management 124
Page 12 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Users and Groups 125 Users 125 Groups 125 Factory Defined Users 125 admin 125 guest 126 Adding and Editing User Groups 126 Default User Groups 126 Procedure 126 Define and Assign User Group Login Policies 127 Procedure 128 Define User Group Browser Policies 128 Procedure 128 Define User Group IP Policies 129 Procedure 129 Deleting User Groups Policies 130 Delete a Single User Group Policy 130 Delete all User Policies in a List 130 Deleting User Groups 130 Delete a User Group 130 Delete all User Groups 131 Adding and Editing Users 131 Procedure 131 Deleting Users 132 Procedure 132
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Page 14 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Procedure 142 Adding Active Self Certificates 143 Procedure 144 Deleting Certificates 144 Delete a Single Certificate 144 Delete all Certificates 144 Setting the Date and Time 145 Use an NTP Server to Set the Date and Time 145 Manually Set the Date and Time 146 System Statistics 146 Procedure 147 Chapter 7: Diagnostics and Troubleshooting 149 General Troubleshooting 149 Internet Connection and Browser Display 149 Cannot Access the Configuration Pages from a Computer on the LAN 149 Configuration Changes are not Saving 150 WavePoint 10e cannot Obtain an IP address from the ISP 150 WavePoint 10e can Obtain an IP address but the PC is Unable to Load Internet Pages 150 Date and Time 151 The Date Shown in the Log Files is January 1, 1970 151 The Time is off by One Hour 151 Chapter 8: Installation Instructions 153 Attach the DIN Rail Bracket 154 Attach the Mounting Flanges 154 Appendix A: Factory Default Settings 155
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LUM0063AA Rev A Page 17 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Preface This document provides information to configure and setup the WavePoint 10e device and includes: l An introduction to the WavePoint 10e device and its key features. l Physical components of the device including its ports and LEDs. l Configuring a basic WavePoint 10e network. l Setting up wireless access. l Using a WavePoint 10e for local communication or as a Wi-Fi hotspot. l Performing general administrative tasks (e.g., setting up users, defining the system time). l Performing basic diagnostics, including troubleshooting tips. The WavePoint 10e has a variety of configurations for installation flexibility. Note: The information provided in this documentation assumes the user has a general understanding of networking devices (e.g., routers, bridges, etc.) and Ethernet and RF communication. ContactingFreeWaveTechnicalSupportFor up-to-date troubleshooting information, check the Support page at www.freewave.com.
Page 18 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Preface FreeWave provides technical support Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Mountain Time (GMT -7). l Call toll-free at 1.866.923.6168. l In Colorado, call 303.381.9200. l Contact us through e-mail at moreinfo@freewave.com. PrintingthisDocumentThis document is set to print double-sided with a front cover and a back cover. Viewing this document online with a PDF viewer, may show pages intentionally left blank to accommodate the double-sided printing. DocumentationFeedbackSend comments or questions about this document's content to techpubs@freewave.com. In the email, include the title of the document or the document's part number and revision letter (found in the footer).
LUM0063AA Rev A Page 19 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Chapter 1: Introduction WavePoint 10e is a powerful, end-to-end wireless networking and communications platform. It comprises a product family of networking devices to solve network infrastructure and communications needs. The flexible WavePoint 10e platform delivers high-speed broadband data communications across an entire network and to any environment.  WavePoint 10e provides: l Flexible installations on communication towers, rooftops, and street light poles with diverse power and backhaul and antenna options. l Multiple applications such as voice, Internet access, video surveillance, sensory data, and SCADA. This chapter introduces WavePoint 10e and provides details about:
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 20 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. l Key Features and Supported Protocols on page 20 l Requirements on page 21 l Accessories on page 22 l Product Variations on page 23 l Certified Antennas on page 25 Key Features and Supported Protocols The WavePoint 10e provides an industrial networking solution for a license-exempt market and includes these features and standard networking technology and protocols. Wireless Operating Modes Configurations for the WavePoint 10e include: l Wireless mode: Access Point / Repeater / Client that can operate concurrently in the 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, and 5 GHz bands. l Router mode: Network Address Translation (NAT) / Router / Bridge For information about how WavePoint 10e fits into a network deployment, see Network Deployment Scenarios on page 32. Available Network Services The networking services and protocols WavePoint 10e provides are: l Configurable MTU and PMTU discovery when set up as an access point. l DHCP MAC filtering and MAC binding. l DHCP server or client. l Dynamic DNS clients. l Multi-instance DHCP server on WLAN. l Multiple LAN subnets. Device Management l PPPoE, PPTP client l RIPv1 and RIPv2. l Static and dynamic IP addressing. l Static and dynamic routing. l TCP, UDP, and ICMP protocols. l VLAN setup. l VPN Tunneling and Transport. Each WavePoint 10e is configured and monitored through a web browser interface. The management options are: l Policy definition for when the WavePoint 10e is on and listening for network traffic. l Remote access and provisioning.
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 21 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. l Logging services to monitor and track system performance using email logs, alerts, and external SYSLOG servers. l Network Time Protocol (NTP). l Unlimited users definition (subject to the network capacity). l Over the air firmware updates. Network Security The security features WavePoint 10e provides to ensure the data passed through the network is secure are: l Device certificates l Hidden, guest, and maintenance SSIDs l IPsec l MAC address filtering l RADIUS for authentication. l Rogue AP detection l SSL and SSH secured management l TCP Establish l VLAN-based per-SSID isolation l WPA, WPA2 Requirements Important: Use the www.freewave.com/home/WavePointLogin site to download the latest WavePoint 10e software. Updating the software to the latest version provides the best experience with WavePoint 10e. Installation Settings Attention Network Administrator! Complete the information in this table. SSID: _____________________________ (8-64 ASCII characters. The SSID field is case sensitive.) Security Mode: Security Key: (This field is case sensitive.) IP Address: Subnet Mask: DHCP Setup Mode: Max Range:(Double the distance of the longest link in Km)
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 22 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Equipment and Configuration This equipment and configurations are needed prior to the initial WavePoint 10e setup and installation: l A computer or laptop with: l Windows 7 operating system. l A web browser to access the web pages for configuration. l Supported browsers include: Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 and 10, Firefox 27, Google Chrome, Safari, and Opera. Note: Configuration pages are NOT optimized for browsers on mobile devices (e.g., tablets, smart phones, etc.) l A device with wireless capability to verify the wireless connection. l A NEMA-4 rated enclosure (for outdoor installations only). l A screwdriver for attaching mounting brackets and power connector. FreeWave Recommends: A Path Study, as applicable, for the network site. Accessories The items shipped in the box are: l The WavePoint 10e device. l The WavePoint 10e Quick Start Guide. l A CAT 5e Ethernet cable. l An AC power adapter. These options are available and, if ordered, are included in the shipping box: l An RJ-45-to-DB9 serial cable. l A mounting kit. Contact a FreeWave reseller or FreeWave Technical Support if the package is missing parts or any parts were damaged during shipping. Note: Antennas are shipped separately.
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 23 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Product Variations WavePoint™ has a variety of configurations offering multiple feature sets. This manual describes these features and indicates the features that are only available on certain models. To identify the variation and model number of the WavePoint 10e, see the product label on the back panel. Note: For a list of features included in each Model , see the WavePoint™ Configurations on page 157. WavePoint 10e Labels The labels on the back of the WavePoint 10e contain information about the device's port assignments and Configuration (CFG). Sample: Configuration Label 1. MDL - WP10e 2. CFG - S100-100-100 3. P/N - PRW2000ES 4. SER - 123-456-7890 Note: The Configuration label identifies the installed radios. This sample label shows only one radio (Radio 3) installed in this WavePoint 10e device. Sample: Port Assignment Label 1. Radio 1 - Not Installed 2. Radio 2 - Not Installed 3. Radio 3 - 2.4 GHz a. Port 1 - Front 1 b. Port 2 - Front 2 c. Port 3 - Front 3 4. Radio 4 - Not Installed Note: The Port Assignment label designates which RF ports (TNC connectors on the WavePoint™ device) are used by which radio.
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 24 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. WavePoint™ Components Data Connectors Quantity Connector 4 RJ-45 connector for 4 Ethernet ports3 RJ-45 connector for: l 2 - RS-232 l 1 - RS-485 1 Micro USB connector 1 Power connector used for DC powerRF Connectors Module Maximum Connectors 900MHz RF modules 2 TNC connectors for spatial diversity* 2.4GHz RF modules 3 TNC connectors for 3x3 MIMO operation* 5.8GHz RF modules 3 TNC connectors for 3x3 MIMO operation* Cellular module 1 RF connector – TNC GPS module 1 RF connector – TNC *One active RF port is a typical configuration. Note: Refer to the label on the WavePoint 10e to determine the exact RF Connector configuration. A description of the labels are in WavePoint 10e Labels on page 23.
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 25 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Certified Antennas A WavePoint™ can have multiple radio modules installed, each potentially operating at different frequencies. The model number reflects the number and frequency of the radios installed inside the WavePoint™ device and determines the type of antennas that can be used. Important: The use of an antenna with a higher gain or a different type of antenna other than those approved requires new FCC approval and should not be used. Antenna Installation Warning Important: This section provides the required FCC warning information for working in proximity of the WavePoint™ antennas. 1. All antenna installation and servicing must be performed by qualified technical personnel only. a. When servicing the antenna, or working at distances closer than those listed below, verify the transmitter has been disabled. b. Output is measured at the antenna terminal of the transmitter. c. The antennas used for the WavePoint™ must be fixed-mounted on outdoor permanent structures to provide the minimum separation distances described in this filing for satisfying RF exposure compliance requirements. d. When applicable, RF exposure compliance may need to be addressed at the time of licensing, as required by the responsible FCC Bureaus, including antenna co-location requirements of §1.1307(b)(3). 2. Typically, the antenna connected to the transmitter is a directional (high gain) antenna, fixed-mounted on the side or top of a building, or on a tower. a. Depending upon the application and the gain of the antenna, the total composite power could exceed 20 watts EIRP. b. The antenna location must only be accessible by qualified technical personnel. c. Under normal operating conditions, no other person can touch the antenna or approach within 3.05 meters of the antenna. Note: These antennas have been approved for use with WavePoint 10e and the designated Tx Streams. 900MHz Antennas Note: Separation minimum RF safety distances are required for FCC RF exposure compliance.
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 26 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. 900 MHz Antennas Type Antenna Model Gain No of Tx Streams Channel Size Minimum RF Safety Distance Omni Wavelink - PRO902-11 11dBi 2 20 MHz 94cm Yagi Wavelink - PRO890-16 16dBi 2 20 MHz 260cm 2.4GHz Antennas Note: Separation minimum RF safety distances are required for FCC RF exposure compliance. 2.4GHz Antennas Type Antenna Model Gain No of Tx Streams Channel Size Minimum RF Safety DistanceDipole 98618MNXX001 5dBi 3 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm Omni ZDAQJ2400-12 12dBi 1 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm Yagi YA240016 16dBi 1 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm 60 degree sector RadioWaves SEC-25V-60-17HP 17.5dBi 2 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm Directional Panel Superpass SPAPG20 20.5dBi 2 20 MHz 40 MHz 25cm Dish RadioWaves SPD4 - 2.4NS 27dBi 3 20 MHz 40 MHz 40cm 5GHz Antennas Note: Separation minimum RF safety distances are required for FCC RF exposure compliance.
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 27 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. 5GHz Antennas Type Antenna Model Gain No of Tx Streams Channel Size Minimum RF Safety Distance Dipole 98618UNXX000 7dBi 1 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm Omni ZDAQJ5800-12 12dBi 1 20 MHz 40 MHz 20cm Yagi Y5815 15dBi 1 20 MHz 40 MHz 26cm Directional Panel RadioWaves FP2-5-28 28.2dBi 2 20 MHz 40 MHz 71cm Dish RadioWaves SPD4-5.2S 34.9dBi 3 20 MHz 40 MHz 154cm Antenna Installation Antennas must be professionally installed on a fixed, mounted, and permanent structure to satisfy RF exposure requirements. Warning! Any antenna placed outdoors must be properly grounded. Use extreme caution when installing antennas and follow ALL manufacturer instructions included with the antenna. Mise en garde ! Toute antenne placée à l'extérieur doit être correctement mise à la terre. Soyez très prudent lors de l'installation d'antennes et suivre toutes les instructions du fabricant fournies avec l'antenne. Per FCC regulations, any antenna used with transceivers must be an approved antenna that has comparable performance parameters. Placement Considerations Placement of the WavePoint 10e is likely to have a significant impact on its performance. The key to the overall robustness of the RF link is the height and alignment of the antenna. Other antennas in close proximity are a potential source of interference. See Diagnostics and Troubleshooting on page 149 for more information.
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 28 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. FreeWave Recommends: In general, FreeWave units with a higher antenna placement have a better communications link. Use grid and dish antennas with low attenuation cable in lengths ranging from 3 to 100 feet. To help optimize an antenna location, have FreeWave complete a free Path Site study. Contact a FreeWave sales representative for a Path Study form. Email the completed form to pathstudy@freewave.com. Transmit Power Settings The Transmit Power parameter is the output power of the transceiver. Important: The information in this section describes the FCC maximum Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power (EIRP) regulations. The transceiver output power level must be set to satisfy the maximum requirements in the country the WavePoint 10e is installed in. The installer is responsible for ensuring that an installation is within EIRP emission limits. When setting up the network, consider the power gain that an antenna may add and the power loss through cabling. Adjust the Transmit Power on the transceiver so it does NOT exceed the maximum EIRP for the regulating body where WavePoint 10e is installed. Use the tables to determine the correct Transmit Power parameter setting for each transceiver in the network. When calculating the power gain, use Equation 1 to determine the total output power at the antenna. Transceiver Output – Losses + Antenna Gain = Output Antenna Power Equation 1 Note: Loss calculations should include cable, connectors, surge protectors, etc. RF Loss Cable losses for high frequency systems are one of the main losses to consider in Equation 1. This table shows the RF loss at various cable lengths. Example: Using the information in the table, a cable as short as 25 feet can have an attenuation of almost 1dB.
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 29 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Cable Type Attenuation(db/100 ft) Run Length (ft) Total Run Attenuation (dB) LMR400 3.93 25 1.0 LMR500 3.154 25 0.8 LMR600 2.518 25 0.6 LMR900 1.709 25 0.4 WavePoint™ EIRP Limits This table provides a summary of the FCC limits for the different frequencies available in WavePoint™. Note: See the www.fcc.gov site for the most up-to-date information. EIRP Limits Frequency Band PTP Max EIRP (dBm) PTP Max EIRP (watts) PTMP Max EIRP (dBm) PTMP Max EIRP (watts) 900 ISM (902-928 MHz) 36 4 36 4 2.4 ISM (2.4 - 2.483.5 GHz) 50 158 36 4 UNII - 1 (5.15 - 5.25 GHz) 22 0.16 22 0.16 UNII - 2a (5.25 - 5.35 GHz) 29 0.8 29 0.8 UNII - 2c (5.470 - 5.725 GHz) 29 0.8 29 0.8 UNII - 3 (5.725 - 5.850 GHz) 53 200 35 3.2 RF Considerations for 2.4 GHz ISM Band The FCC regulations for 2.4 GHz ISM Band are different for Point-to-Point (PTP) and Point-to- Multi-Point (PtMP) links. Peak Power Output The maximum peak output power of the intentional radiator cannot exceed 1.000 Watts.
Chapter 1: Introduction Page 30 of 165 LUM0063AA Rev AThis document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. Digital Transmission Systems (MHz) Output Limit (Watts) 2400-2483.5 1.000 Important: Point-to-Point applications operating in the 2400-2483.5 MHz band may employ transmitting antennas with directional gain greater than 6 dBi provided the maximum peak output power of the intentional radiator is reduced by 1 dB for every 3 dB that the directional gain of the antenna exceeds 6 dBi. Example: 2.4 GHz with a 24 inch dish has a maximum output of 24 dBm. 2.4 GHz with a 27 inch dish has a maximum output of 23 dBm. Point-to-Point Link Note: The FCC permits a maximum of 36dBm EIRP when using a transmitter set to 30dBm. However, for each 1dBm reduction in the transmitter power, the FCC permits an increase in antenna gain of 3dBi. Extrapolating this rule through different maximum power settings on the WavePoint™ provides these guidelines. Guidelines Maximum Power from Transmitter Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi) EIRP (dBm)30dBm 6 36 29dBm 9 38 28dBm 12 40 27dBm 15 42 26dBm 18 44 25dBm 21 46 24dBm 24 48 23dBm 27 50 22dBm 30 52
WavePoint 10eLUM0063AA Rev A Page 31 of 165This document is the property of FreeWave Technologies, Inc. and contains proprietary information owned by FreeWave®. This document cannot be reproduced in whole or in part by any means without written permission fromFreeWave Technologies, Inc. GUI Setting (dBm) Actual Tx Power Out of Radio (dBm) 18 30 17 29 16 28 15 27 14 26 13 25 12 24 Note: FreeWave has certified a dish antenna with a maximum gain of 27dBi. This sets the maximum EIRP of a FreeWave system to 50 EIRP. Dishes below 27dBi can be used with a corresponding reduction in total EIRP. Point-to-Multi-Point Link For Point-to-Multi-Point links, the FCC permits 1 Watt output power at the transceiver and 36dBm (4 Watts) at the antenna. RF Considerations for 900MHz ISM Band The 900MHz links requires these special considerations: l A Path Study is needed to confirm the right RF characteristics of the link. l The noise floor should be sampled at each site using similar antennas to the ones expected to be deployed. WavePoint™ GUI to Actual RF Power This table identifies the WavePoint™ GUI settings on the Advanced Radio window and their corresponding actual power out of the radio. Note: Click Wireless LAN > Radios > Advanced to open the window. GUI Setting (dBm) Actual Tx Power Out of Radio (dBm) 11 23 10 22 9 21 8 20 7 19 6 18 5 17

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