Proxim Wireless US58-S60 Tsunami Subscriber Unit User Manual SS BSU Manual v001d1SS

Proxim Wireless Corporation Tsunami Subscriber Unit SS BSU Manual v001d1SS

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Installation Manual

WESTERN MULTIPLEX CORPORATION
Installation and Maintenance Manual
Base Station Unit
Multipoint
MAN 40XX-001d1
SS
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Revisions:
September 2001 Draft
October FCC submittal
December Released for review
WESTERN MULTIPLEX CORPORATION
Tsunami Point-to-Multipoint
2001
Western Multiplex Corporation
1196 Borregas Avenue
Sunnyvale, California 94089 USA
Phone +1 408 542 5200 • Fax +1 408 542 5300
http://www.wmux.com
ftp://ftp.wmux.com/products/
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NOTICE: CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
(THE “LIMITED WARRANTY”). BY USING THE WESTERN MULTIPLEX EQUIPMENT
INCLUDED WITH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, YOU AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS AND
CONDITIONS, RETURN THE WESTERN MULTIPLEX EQUIPMENT TO WHERE IT WAS
PURCHASED OR LEASED WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS OF RECEIPT FOR A FULL REFUND.
1. LIMITED EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
1.1 For the applicable Warranty Period (as defined in Paragraph 1.2 below) Western Multiplex
warrants that the hardware manufactured by Western Multiplex and initially purchased or leased
from one of Western Multiplex’s authorized resellers or distributors by the original end-user (“you”)
for your personal use and not for resale (the “Equipment”) (a) substantially conforms to the
specifications contained in the most recent version of the manual for the model of the Equipment
purchased or leased by you (the “Equipment Specifications”) and (b) is free from defects in
materials and workmanship. This Limited Warranty only applies to the Equipment and its
preloaded firmware. This Limited Warranty does not apply to any software (or its associated
documentation), whether preloaded with the Equipment, installed subsequently or otherwise
(“Software”), nor does it apply to any firmware revision that is not originally preloaded on the
Equipment at the time the Equipment is purchased or leased. The Software is licensed to you
pursuant to the software license agreement that accompanied the Software and is subject to the
terms, including the limited warranty and limitation of liability, contained in that license agreement.
Western Multiplex has no obligation to repair or replace Software under this Limited Warranty.
1.2 This Limited Warranty shall start on the date that the Equipment is first shipped to you (the
“Shipping Date”) and shall end:
(a) for all unlicensed radio products which are point-to-multi-point products, one (1) year after
the Shipping Date;
(b) for all accessories, one (1) year after the Shipping Date; and
(c) for all unlicensed radio products (except point-to-multi-point products) and for all licensed
digital microwave radio products, two (2) years after the Shipping Date (in each case, the
“Warranty Period”).
1.3 Nothing in this Limited Warranty affects any statutory rights of consumers that cannot be waived
or limited by contract.
2. LIMITED WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS.
2.1 The Limited Warranty covers customary and intended usage only.
2.2 Western Multiplex does not warrant, and is not responsible for damage, defect or failure caused
by any of the following:
(a) Any part of the Equipment having been modified, adapted, repaired, or improperly
installed, operated, maintained, stored, transported or relocated by any person other than
Western Multiplex personnel or a Western Multiplex authorized service agent;
(b) External causes, including electrical stress or lightning, interference caused by other
radios or other sources, unsuitable physical or operating environment and use in
conjunction with incompatible equipment or accessories;
(c) Cosmetic damage, including all damage to the surface of the Equipment;
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(d) Acts of God, fires, floods, wars, terrorist acts, sabotage, civil unrest, labor disputes or
similar events, actions or hazards; and
(e) Accidents, negligence, neglect, mishandling, abuse or misuse, other than by Western
Multiplex personnel or a Western Multiplex authorized service agent.
2.3 The Limited Warranty does not apply to the following parts of the Equipment, which are not
manufactured by Western Multiplex, but which may be otherwise covered by an original
manufacturer’s warranty:
(a) antenna systems, including coaxial cable, wave guide, connectors, flex sections, mounts,
and other parts of the antenna system and installation materials;
(b) rack mounted equipment, which is not manufactured by Western Multiplex but which may
be assembled, wired and tested at Western Multiplex’s factory or supplied as part of a
system, including orderwire items, channel banks, multiplexers, fuse/alarm panels and
remote alarm items; and
(c) all equipment which is not included in Western Multiplex’s specifications.
2.4 Unless otherwise specified, equipment not manufactured by Western Multiplex is provided “AS IS”
AND WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Please refer to the original manufacturer’s
warranty, if any.
2.5 Any technical or other support provided for the Equipment by Western Multiplex, such as
telephone assistance or assistance regarding installation, is provided “AS IS” AND WITHOUT
WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.
3. REPLACEMENT, REPAIR AND RETURN PROCESSES.
3.1 To request service under the Limited Warranty:
(a) You must, within the applicable Warranty Period, promptly notify Western Multiplex of the
problem with the Equipment, provide the serial number of the Equipment, and provide
your contact information during business hours, by contacting Western Multiplex by
telephone at 408-542-5390, by e-mail at support@wmux.com, or by mail to Support,
Western Multiplex Corporation, 1196 Borregas Avenue, Sunnyvale, California 94089,
during the business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Time, Monday through Friday,
excluding holidays. This notice is effective when received by Western Multiplex during the
business hours referenced above.
(b) Western Multiplex shall, at its sole option, either resolve the problem over the telephone
or provide you with a returned materials authorization number (“RMA Number”) and the
address of the location to which you may ship the Equipment at issue.
(c) If the problem is not resolved over the telephone, and Western Multiplex gives you an
RMA Number, you must, within ten (10) business days of your receipt of an RMA Number
if you are located within the borders of the United States and within thirty (30) days of your
receipt of an RMA Number if you are located beyond the borders of the United States, at
your cost, ship the Equipment to the location specified by Western Multiplex. The
Equipment must be shipped in its original or equivalent packaging. You must also attach a
label to each item of Equipment you are returning, which must include the following
information: the RMA Number, a description of the problem, your return address and a
telephone number where you can be reached during business hours. You must also
include with the Equipment a dated proof of original purchase. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE
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FOR ALL EQUIPMENT UNTIL WESTERN MULTIPLEX RECEIVES IT, AND YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL SHIPPING, HANDLING AND INSURANCE CHARGES,
WHICH MUST BE PREPAID.
(d) Western Multiplex is not responsible for Equipment received without an RMA Number and
may reject the return of such Equipment. Western Multiplex is also not responsible for any
of your confidential, proprietary or other information or data contained in Equipment you
return to Western Multiplex. You should remove any such information or data from the
Equipment prior to making any return to Western Multiplex.
(e) The replacement or repair of Equipment in locations outside of the United States may vary
depending on your location.
(f) FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE PROCEDURES FOR RETURNS LISTED ABOVE MAY
VOID THE LIMITED WARRANTY.
3.2 If the Equipment does not function as warranted, as determined by Western Multiplex in its sole
discretion, Western Multiplex shall either repair or replace the returned Equipment at its sole
option.
(a) The replacement item may be new or refurbished. All parts removed from repaired
Equipment and all returned Equipment that is replaced by Western Multiplex become the
property of Western Multiplex.
(b) Western Multiplex shall, at its cost (which shall not include international customs, freight
forwarding, or associated fees) ship the repaired or replacement Equipment to any
destination, by carrier and method of delivery chosen by Western Multiplex, in its sole
discretion. Western Multiplex will not pay, and you will be solely responsible for, any
international customs, freight forwarding, or other associated fees related to such
shipment. If you request some other form of conveyance, such as express shipping, you
must pay the cost of return shipment.
3.3 Equipment which is repaired or replaced by Western Multiplex under this Limited Warranty shall
be covered under all of the provisions of this Limited Warranty for the remainder of the applicable
Warranty Period or ninety (90) days from the date of shipment of the repaired or replacement
Equipment, whichever period is longer.
4. LIMITATIONS OF RIGHTS AND DISCLAIMER OF OTHER WARRANTIES
4.1 THE LIMITED WARRANTY CONTAINS LIMITATIONS ON YOUR RIGHTS AND REMEDIES
AGAINST WESTERN MULTIPLEX. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE HAVING READ, UNDERSTOOD
AND AGREED TO THOSE LIMITATIONS.
4.2 Western Multiplex does not warrant that the functions contained in the Equipment will meet your
requirements or that any Equipment’s operation will be uninterrupted or error free. REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF THE EQUIPMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
AVAILABLE TO YOU, AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
ARE EXCLUDED TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND EXCEPT FOR THE
LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED “AS IS”. No
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dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to the
Limited Warranty.
5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
5.1 WESTERN MULTIPLEX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, LOST PROFITS) OF ANY KIND SUSTAINED OR INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH, OR
RELATED TO, THE EQUIPMENT OR YOUR USE OF THE EQUIPMENT REGARDLESS OF
THE FORM OF ACTION OR NATURE OF THE CLAIM (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT
LIABILITY) AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGES ARE FORESEEABLE, AND EVEN IF
WESTERN MULTIPLEX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSS. IN NO
CASE WILL WESTERN MULTIPLEX BE LIABLE FOR ANY REPRESENTATION OR
WARRANTY MADE TO, OR BY, ANY THIRD PARTY BY, OR TO, YOU OR ANY OF YOUR
AGENTS. WESTERN MULTIPLEX’S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU SHALL NOT EXCEED THE
AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE EQUIPMENT AT ISSUE. This limitation of liability also applies
to Western Multiplex’s authorized resellers and distributors and it is the maximum amount for
which Western Multiplex and the reseller or distributor who sold you the Equipment are collectively
responsible.
6. DISCLAIMERS
6.1 This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary
from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, and may not allow provisions that permit a warranty to be voided. Consequently, such
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. In the event an implied warranty cannot be
excluded under the law of the applicable jurisdiction, it is limited in duration to the applicable
Warranty Period.
7. MISCELLANEOUS
7.1 Transfer. You may not transfer or assign this Limited Warranty. Any transfers or assignments
made in violation of this Paragraph shall be void.
7.2 Governing Law. The Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California,
without reference to its conflicts of laws provisions. The United Nations Convention on the
International Sale of Goods shall not apply to this Limited Warranty.
7.3 Arbitration/Dispute Resolution. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or in connection
with the Equipment shall be finally resolved by arbitration under the International Arbitration Rules
of the American Arbitration Association. The place of arbitration shall be Sunnyvale, California.
The number of arbitrators shall be one. The language of arbitration shall be English.
7.4 Indemnification. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Western Multiplex (including its directors,
officers, employers and agents) against any and all claims (including all expenses and reasonable
attorneys’ fees) arising from or relating to the operation of the Equipment due to, in whole or in
part, your (including your agents’ or employees’) negligence, gross negligence or misconduct.
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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 1-1
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS ......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
KEY FEATURES...................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................................ 1-3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................ 1-4
2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................... 2-1
POINT-TO-MULTIPOINT NETWORK MODEL ................................................................................................................. 2-1
Bridging and Address Filters .................................................................................................................................. 2-1
Limitations of the Bridging Mode............................................................................................................................ 2-2
VLAN Switching – The PMP Implementation ......................................................................................................... 2-3
IP Routing and Default Gateway ............................................................................................................................ 2-5
Address Filters in IP Routing Mode........................................................................................................................ 2-6
Proxy: to ARP or not to ARP .................................................................................................................................. 2-7
Network Configurations in the IP Routing Mode ................................................................................................... 2-8
3 SITE PLANNING & INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 3-1
General Considerations........................................................................................................................................... 3-1
Weather .................................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Interference.............................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Antennas................................................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Path Planning .......................................................................................................................................................... 3-5
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE AND INTERFACES................................................................................................ 3-7
CONFIGURATION AND MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................ 3-7
POWER /ENVIRONMENT /SAFETY ...................................................................................................................... 3-7
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 3-7
INSTALLATION DETAILS ......................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Alternative Method of Connection......................................................................................................................... 3-14
4 SET-UP PROCEDURE..................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Important Configuration Notes ............................................................................................................................... 4-1
Unpacking the System.............................................................................................................................................. 4-2
Mechanical Considerations – Mounting Units ....................................................................................................... 4-3
Pictures helpful for installation............................................................................................................................... 4-5
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................... 4-7
5 ADVANCED SETUP COMMANDS............................................................................................................... 5-1
BASE STATION CONFIGURATION COMMANDS............................................................................................................. 5-1
Command to select frequency plan.......................................................................................................................... 5-1
Command to assign the operating frequency.......................................................................................................... 5-1
Command to assign the first inbound slot............................................................................................................... 5-1
Command to set the Base Station’s Inbound Power Control margin, in dB. ......................................................... 5-1
Command to assign the number of reserved aloha channels.................................................................................. 5-2
Command to change the routing mode.................................................................................................................... 5-2
Command to turn the VLAN tagging on or off........................................................................................................ 5-2
Command to display the Base Station's configuration settings .............................................................................. 5-2
Command to change the Base Station’s IP address................................................................................................ 5-2
Command to change the Base Station’s gateway IP address ................................................................................. 5-2
Command to change the Base Station’s id.............................................................................................................. 5-3
Command to set the Base Station’s subnet mask .................................................................................................... 5-3
Command to activate range checking for all SUs associated with the Base Station ............................................. 5-3
Command to turn the Base Station’s transmitter on or off. .................................................................................... 5-3
Command to turn the Base Station’s transmit power level..................................................................................... 5-3
Command to automatically turn on or off the transmitter upon power up............................................................. 5-3
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Command to show the Base Station’s arp table...................................................................................................... 5-4
Command to ping a device connected to the BSU .................................................................................................. 5-4
Command to turn data squelch on or off................................................................................................................. 5-4
Command to display the firmware version ............................................................................................................. 5-4
Command to display available commands.............................................................................................................. 5-4
Command to set frame synchronization mode ........................................................................................................ 5-4
SU CONFIGURATION COMMANDS ............................................................................................................................... 5-5
Command to add a Subscriber Unit to the Base Station’s database. ..................................................................... 5-5
Command to remove a Subscriber Unit from the Base Station database............................................................... 5-5
Command to assign a VLAN ID to a Subscriber Unit. ........................................................................................... 5-5
Command to assign a subnet mask to a Subscriber Unit........................................................................................ 5-5
Command to set the SU’s IP address. ..................................................................................................................... 5-5
Command to display a Subscriber Unit's configuration parameters and traffic statistics .................................... 5-5
Command to display subscribe units that have entered the network...................................................................... 5-5
Command to add a static IP address of PC attached to a Subscriber Unit. .......................................................... 5-5
Command to remove a static IP address from a Subscriber Unit. ......................................................................... 5-6
Command to disable a Subscriber Unit. ................................................................................................................. 5-6
Command to enable a Subscriber Unit ................................................................................................................... 5-6
Command to set the gateway address of a Subscriber Unit. .................................................................................. 5-6
Command to set the IP Filter mode of a Subscriber Unit....................................................................................... 5-6
6 TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................................... 6-1
Regular Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................. 6-1
Problem – Solution .................................................................................................................................................. 6-1
Unsolicited Base Station messages ......................................................................................................................... 6-1
REPAIR AND RETURN INSTRUCTIONS AND POLICY STATEMENT................................................................................. 6-4
INDEX ......................................................................................................................................................................... 6-5
Figures
FIGURE 2-1: EACH HUB IS MADE UP OF ONE TO SIX BASE STATIONS AND MULTIPLE REMOTES(SUS) ......................... 2-1
FIGURE 2-2: MODEL OF THE PMP NETWORK .................................................................................................................. 2-1
FIGURE 2-3: SU FILTERS IN BRIDGING MODE................................................................................................................. 2-2
FIGURE 2-4: FAN-OUT CAPABILITY OF A "TRUE" BRIDGING NETWORK .......................................................................... 2-2
FIGURE 2-5: PMP VLAN IMPLEMENTATION .................................................................................................................. 2-4
FIGURE 2-6: SU FILTERS IN IP ROUTING MODE ............................................................................................................. 2-7
FIGURE 2-7: PROXY FOR REMOTE DEVICES RESIDING IN THE SAME SUBNET .................................................................. 2-8
FIGURE 2-8: EXAMPLE 1 NETWORK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................... 2-9
FIGURE 2-9: EXAMPLE 2 NETWORK DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................. 2-10
FIGURE 3-1: CRIMPING STYLES AND INSERTION............................................................................................................ 3-10
FIGURE 3-2: INDOOR PORTION OF INTERCONNECT CABLE ............................................................................................ 3-11
FIGURE 3-3: IDU TO ODU CABLE ................................................................................................................................. 3-13
FIGURE 3-4: IDU TO ODU CABLE W/SEPARATE POWER PLUG ...................................................................................... 3-14
FIGURE 4-1: BASE UNIT KIT ............................................................................................................................................ 4-2
FIGURE 4-2: BASE STATION UNIT ODU MOUNTING DETAIL........................................................................................... 4-3
FIGURE 4-3: ODU WITH GPS ANTENNA.......................................................................................................................... 4-4
FIGURE 4-4: BASE STATION ODU ................................................................................................................................... 4-4
FIGURE 4-5: UP AND DOWN TILT LIMITS (-10 TO +5 DEGREES)....................................................................................... 4-5
Tables
TABLE 2-1: PMP VLAN CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS FOR FIGURE 2-5 ..................................................................... 2-4
TABLE 2-2: EXAMPLE 1 CONFIGURATION SETTING ......................................................................................................... 2-8
TABLE 2-3: EXAMPLE 2 CONFIGURATION SETTING ...................................................................................................... 2-10
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1 Introduction
sunami Multipoint is a point-to-multipoint outdoor wireless system offering a
high-capacity alternative to wired data networks. Using IP packet radio
transmitters, standard Ethernet interfaces, and an easy to-deploy design, the
Tsunami Multipoint system enables high-speed network connections to
multiple Ethernet switches, routers or PCs from a single location. With Tsunami
Multipoint, you can now avoid the delays and costs associated with wired connections
such as DSL, cable modems, and leased T1/E1 lines. Tsunami Multipoint eliminates
wire/fiber installation costs and recurring monthly fees - delivering carrier-class
performance at an affordable price.
Tsunami Multipoint systems consist of one or more Subscriber Units that
communicate with a Base Station to provide high-performance wireless network
connections.
EXTEND OR ENHANCE YOUR NETWORK OVERNIGHT
With Tsunami Multipoint, there are no DSL, cable, or leased-line hassles to negotiate.
You no longer have to worry about man-made barriers to overcome. Easy installation
and operation allow network planners to quickly deploy up to 60 Mbps capacity
between locations, making it the ideal solution for:
Establishing high-speed connections between Internet Service Providers and their
customers
Organizations requiring high-capacity WAN connectivity between multiple buildings or
campuses
Organizations or service providers seeking network redundancy for mission critical wired
connections
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ABOUT THE TSUNAMI PRODUCT FAMILY
The Tsunami family of Ethernet bridges provides wireless solutions that meet the
growing demand for transparent and reliable high-speed network interconnectivity.
In addition to Tsunami Multipoint for point-to-multipoint connections, the Tsunami
product line includes the following point-to-point offerings:
Tsunami 10BaseT, a cost-effective, high-capacity alternative to multiple wireline T1
connections.
Tsunami 100BaseT/F, a cost-effective, high-capacity alternative to wireline DS3
connections.
Tsunami 1000BaseSX, the world's first Ethernet bridge to provide gigabit, wireless
connectivity for native IP connections.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
UP TO 360 MBPS PER HUB SITE
Speeds of 20 Mbps Time Division Duplex (TDD) per Base Station for optimal network
efficiency
Configurable upstream/downstream bandwidth to optimize desired throughput
Six Base Stations provide 360 degree coverage, delivering up to 360 Mbps per hub site
FAST AND EASY TO DEPLOY & MANAGE
Subscriber Unit simplicity enables self installation to minimize deployment costs
Audible beeper alignment eases installation
Subscriber Unit with integrated antenna connects to indoor power & networks using a
single CAT5 cable
"Over the air" software upgrades minimize subscriber unit maintenance costs
RAPID RETURN ON INVESTMENT
Rapid, easy deployment enables quick service activation, reduced costs and faster payback
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High-capacity connection enables faster network traffic to deliver new service offerings
PURE ETHERNET CONNECTIVITY
Operates in either Ethernet bridging or IP routing modes with direct connections to PCs,
Fast Ethernet switches & routers
Support for VLAN tagging
KEY FEATURES
Flexible throughput rates: Time Division Duplex (TDD)
5.8 GHz license-exempt frequency band
Compliant with industry standards
Base Station provides 60 degree antenna - six Base Stations cover 360 degrees
Network management through SNMP & Java-based "Wireless Manager" software
Point-to-multi point communications from less than 1 mile/kilometer to more than 5
miles/ 8 kilometers
How to Use This Manual
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to call particular attention to it. Where specific emphasis needs
to be placed, these icons will direct you to other information or
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT
This product has been evaluated to the U.S. and Canadian (Bi-National) Standard for
Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business
Equipment, CAN/CSA C22.2, No. 950-95 * UL 1950, Third Edition, including
revisions through revision date March 1, 1998, which are based on the Fourth
Amendment to IEC 950, Second Edition. In addition, this product was also evaluated
to the applicable requirements in UL 1950, Annex NAE.
WARNING - This unit is intended for installation in a Restricted Access location in
accordance with Articles 110-18, 110- 26, and 110-27 of the United States National
Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70.
This equipment should be installed in accordance with Article 810 of the United States
National Electrical Code.
When installed, this equipment is intended to be connected to a Lightning/Surge
Protection Device that meets all applicable national Safety requirements.
Equipment is to be used and powered by the type of power source indicated on the
marking label only.
This product is intended to be connected to an AC power source which must be
electrically isolated from any ac sources and reliably earthed. Only an AC power
source that complies with the requirements in the Standard for the Safety of
Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment,
CAN/CSA C22.2, No. 950-95 * UL 1950, Third Edition, can be used with this
product. A 15-Amp circuit breaker is required at the power source. In addition, an
easily accessible disconnect device should be incorporated into the facility wiring.
Always use copper conductors only for all power connections.
WARNING - This equipment is intended to be earthed. Use only the power supply
provided by Western Multiplex and be sure the ground pin is connected to an earthing
conductor between the unit’s earthing terminal and your earthing point.
Do not apply power to the equipment when the cable between the power source
(Power Brick or Block) and the Out Door Unit is not yet connected properly.
Servicing of this product should be performed by trained personnel only. Do not
disassemble this product. By opening or removing any covers you may expose
yourself to hazardous energy parts. Incorrect re-assembly of this product can cause a
malfunction, and/or electrical shock when the unit is subsequently used.
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Do not insert objects of any shape or size inside this product. Objects may contact
hazardous energy parts that could result in a risk of fire or personal injury.
NOTE:
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 or more 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.
CAUTION
The outdoor units of the Tsunami Multipoint products must be fixed mounted on
permanent structures with a separation distance of at least 2 meters from all
persons during normal operation.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment
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2 System Overview
A system is made up of one to six Base Stations that make up a Hub (or cell) with each Base Station
communicating with their associated SUs (Subscriber Units). Together, they provide a wide coverage,
high-capacity system that transfers IP traffic between the Hub and its multiple SUs. Each Hub has the
ability to communicate in all directions using up to six sectors of 60 degrees each. Each of the Hub’s six
sectors has the capability of communicating 20 Mbps in total bandwidth allowing a maximum of 360
Mbps per Hub.
Figure 2-1: Each HUB is made up of one to six Base Stations and
multiple remotes(SUs)
Uplink and Downlink, each SU communicates with a BSU in a coordinated manner so that
all other remotes within the BSU’s jurisdiction have an equal amount of time to coordinate
their data needs in both the uplink and downlink sessions. All SUs are very quickly handled on
a case by case basis giving the user, at the SU, the impression that they are in constant
communication with its Hub’s or BSU’s Sector.
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Point-to-Multipoint Network Model
When we talk about the PMP network, one should look at the Subscriber Unit (SU)
and the Base Station Unit (BSU) as an integrated transmission and switching medium
with physical ports or access points that interface to end user devices. Each Base
Station Unit or SU represents one such physical port or access point. Packets received
by a SU are transmitted to the Base Station Unit and emerge out from it as a single
data stream. Packets flowing into the Base Station Unit are broadcasted to the SUs,
which select only packets destined for their local networks based on a set of filtering
criteria.
Figure 2-2: Model of the PMP network
Bridging and Address Filters
Depending on the transmission mode selected, the PMP network can function either
as a "bridge" or as an "IP gateway" to the end user. In Bridging mode, the PMP
network provides a direct physical connection between a SU and its Base Station Unit
for the exchange of Ethernet frames between the two entities. To conserve wireless
bandwidth, the SU uses some simple filtering criteria in hardware and software to
prevent traffic destined for local network to be sent uplink. If the destination Ethernet
address is not in the hardware table, the packet is given to software, which provides
further filtering by matching the destination address with local addresses stored in its
ARP table. The size of the ARP table is set to 512.
In the downlink direction, the outbound traffic is filtered in the SU via a
"Programmable Hash Filter". If the destination Ethernet address of a downlink packet
BSU
port
SU
port
SU
port
SU
port
LAN traffic
LAN traffic
LAN traffic
LAN
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PMP Network
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triggers a "hit" in the hash list, the hardware will forward the packet to software for
delivery to the local network. Otherwise, the packet is discarded.
Figure 2-3: SU Filters in Bridging Mode
Limitations of the Bridging Mode
Again, if we consider the PMP network as a multi-port bridge, then it exhibits only a
limited bridging function. For a true bridge to work, whatever traffic flows into one
port should be fanned out to all the other ports, if the destination Ethernet address is
not local to the receiving port. For the PMP network to behave the same, whatever
data received by the Base Station Unit from a SU should also be broadcasted back
downlink to all other SUs associated with the Base Station Unit. However, this is not
done.
Figure 2-4: Fan-out capability of a "true" bridging network
Hardware
Address Filter
Programmable
Hash Filter
Subscriber Unit (SU)
Uplink traffic
Downlink traffic
Local traffic
ARP Table
BS
U
SU
port
SU
port
SU
Port
Incoming
traffic
Fanned-out
traffic
Bridging Network Fanned-out
traffic
Fanned-out
traffic
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Other than the above constraint, Bridging mode also consumes more wireless
bandwidth than IP Routing mode for several reasons. First, the entire Ethernet frame,
which includes the 18 bytes Ethernet header, is transmitted between the SU and the
Base Station Unit. Second, all ARP packets are transmitted between the SU and Base
Station Unit as well. Empirical result has shown that in general Bridging mode can
consume up to 10% more bandwidth than IP Routing mode.
VLAN Switching – The PMP Implementation
VLAN switching is mainly used for segregating LAN traffic based on VLAN ID that
accompanies a received VLAN frame. It allows a network operator to partition his
LAN segment into closed user groups and allow a device to communicate only with
other devices of the same group. Unlike a regular bridge, a VLAN switch is able to
deliver received VLAN frames only to other ports tagged with the same VLAN ID,
thus reducing unwanted network traffic.
VLAN switching is quick and simple from a switching node’s perspective. However,
setting up a VLAN network can be a mundane exercise for the network administrator.
The reason is that most of the end user devices today (PCs for example) are not
VLAN aware. This forces the network operator to place VLAN switches at critical
junctions all over the place so that VLAN frames can be converted into regular
Ethernet frames and vice versa. This can be a nightmare and a costly endeavor if
proper planning does not take place beforehand. There is a built-in VLAN to
Ethernet conversion capability in the SUs and Base Station Units, as illustrated in
Figure 2-5.
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Figure 2-5: PMP VLAN implementation
VLAN TAG VLAN ID Routing Mode
BSU1 ON 1 (hard coded) Bridging
BSU2 ON 1 (hard coded) Bridging
SU1 Same as BSU1 2 Same as BSU1
SU2 Same as BSU1 3 Same as BSU1
SU3 Same as BSU2 2 Same as BSU2
Table 2-1: PMP VLAN configuration parameters for Figure 2-5
VLAN Switch
BSU 1
(VLAN id 1)
BSU 2
(VLAN id 1)
SU 1
(VLAN id 2)
SU 2
(VLAN id 3)
PC 1
PC 2
Router1
Router2
SU 3
(VLAN id 2)
PC 3
Port 1, tagged
VLAN ids 1,2,3
Port 2, tagged
VLAN ids 1,2
Port 3, untagged
VLAN id 3
Port 4, untagged
VLAN id 2
Ethernet Console
Port 5, untagged
VLAN id 1
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In Fig.2-5 above, the VLAN switch has both tagged and untagged ports. A tagged
port can only receive and transmit VLAN frames. For a port such as port 1 that
associates with multiple VLAN ids, it has to be tagged. An untagged port can receive
both tagged VLAN frames or untagged regular Ethernet frames but will only transmit
untagged Ethernet frames. An untagged port can only be associated with one unique
VLAN id and is most commonly used for connection to VLAN unaware devices. As
shown in Fig. 2.2, SU1, PC1, SU3, PC3 and router2 form a closed user group
associated with VLAN id 2. SU 2, PC2 and Router1 form another closed user group
associated with VLAN id 3. When SU1, for example, receives a regular Ethernet
frame from PC1, it tagged the frame with VLAN id 2, which is SU1’s configured
VLAN id. The VLAN frame is passed to the VLAN switch via BS1 and broadcasted
to port 2 and port 4 of the VLAN switch. When SU3 receives the VLAN frame from
BS2, it converts the VLAN into regular Ethernet frame and gives it to PC3.
For control purpose, the VLAN IDs of all Base Station Units are hard coded to 1 and
cannot be changed by the operator. For any device such as Wireless Manager or
Ethernet Console to communicate with a Base Station Unit, the device needs to be
connected to an untagged VLAN port associated with VLAN ID 1. Otherwise, the
Base Station Unit will not be reachable. When a Base Station Unit wants to transmit a
control message or send a response back to the Wireless Manager or Ethernet
Console, it will transmit a tagged VLAN frame of id 1, which will be received by all
devices connected to VLAN ports associated with VLAN id 1.
In PMP network VLAN switching is a special Bridging mode with the VLAN tag
enabled in the Base Station Unit configuration. As such, VLAN switching is also
bounded by the same constraint that SUs within the same Base Station Unit cannot
communicate with each other. VLAN switching is not supported in IP routing mode.
IP Routing and Default Gateway
In IP routing mode, a SU performs the following functions. First, it serves as a DHCP
relay agent that facilitates the exchange of DHCP packets between the local PC and a
remote DHCP server and also automatically becomes the PC's default IP gateway at
the end of the process once the PC obtains its IP address assignment. Second, the SU
provides additional network security measures by blocking any unauthorized PCs
from accessing the wireless network. Four access modes have been implemented, as
described below:
A: RESTRICTED ACCESS
In this mode, for any device with an IP address not obtained from DHCP to access
the PMP network, its static IP address must first be recorded in the PMP's database.
We allow up to 5 static IP addresses to be associated with each SU.
In the Restricted mode, the Programmable Hash Filter discussed earlier contains only
the DHCP based IP addresses, the static IP addresses and the gateway address that
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have been registered. Any device with an IP address not in the PMP's configuration
database will not be able to access the wireless network.
B. LOCAL ACCESS
In this mode, any device connected directly to the SU's local network will be able to
access the network, regardless of how its IP address is obtained.
C. OPEN ACCESS
This mode allows any device connected either directly to the SU's local network or
indirectly via a router to access the wireless network. When this mode is activated, the
Programmable Hash Filter is disabled, allowing the SU software to receive all
downlink packets. If the downlink packet is destined for the SU’s local network, the
software will deliver the packet directly. If the downlink packet belongs to a different
subnet or network, the software will forward the packet to its gateway, which serves as
the SU's default gateway to external networks.
D. SUBNET ACCESS
This mode is same as the Local Access Mode except that the Programmable Hash
Filter is opened wide enough just to include all IP addresses that reside within the SU's
own subnet.
Address Filters in IP Routing Mode
In IP Routing mode, the uplink filtering is done via the access control mechanisms as
described earlier. For downlink direction, IP addresses instead of Ethernet addresses
are used in the hash filter. If a hash hit is triggered, the software will search its ARP
table to locate the destination Ethernet address that corresponds to the destination IP
address contained in the packet. If an entry is not found the packet will be discarded.
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Figure 2-6: SU Filters in IP Routing Mode
Proxy: to ARP or not to ARP ....
In addition to enforcement of the access modes discussed above, one of the main
functions of the SU is to serve as a proxy server for the local devices. Without this
function many of our network applications will fail. Before we go into detailed
discussions, however, we need to first understand the basics in IP networking.
When a device such as a PC, router, SU or Base Station Unit wants to transmit an IP
packet, it needs to first decide if the destination IP address resides within its own
subnet. If the answer is yes, the sending device needs to search for the corresponding
Ethernet address associated with the destination IP address by broadcasting an ARP
request to its local network. A device with a matching IP address or one which is
interested in receiving packets for that IP address will send back an ARP response,
which contains the destination Ethernet address. Once the destination Ethernet
address is known, the sending device can then deliver the packet directly to that
Ethernet address. If the destination IP address resides in a different subnet, then the
sending device will not even bother to issue an ARP request but will instead forward
the packet to a default gateway for delivery.
Now back to the PMP discussion. In the PMP network, it is quite common to have
multiple SUs share the same subnet address. In that case, when a PC connected to a
SU wants to send packets to a PC connected to another SU, the originating PC will
issue an ARP request to explore the Ethernet address of the destination PC, since
both of them reside in the same subnet. Unfortunately, the destination PC will not be
able to receive the ARP request because it is not physically connected to the
originating PC. This then forces the SU connected to the originating PC to issue a
proxy response on behalf of the destination PC. The SU will issue a proxy response
only when it knows via initial learning that the destination PC is not connected to its
local network.
Access Filter
Programmable
Hash Filter
Subscriber Unit (SU)
Local traffic
ARP Table
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The proxy capability allows SUs in the PMP network to share the same subnet
address, even though they are not directly connected. Without this capability, all the
SUs in the network will be forced to have different subnet addresses.
Figure 2-7: Proxy for remote devices residing in the same subnet
Network Configurations in the IP Routing Mode
In the PMP network, IP routing mode is superior to Bridging mode for several
reasons. First, as mentioned earlier, IP Routing mode conserves wireless bandwidth.
Second, it provides added control over which hosts attach to the network. Third, it
allows communications among end user devices associated with the same Base Station
Unit. Fourth, it gives the network operator greater freedom in partitioning his network
into logical subnets. However, if the operator expects his network to run smoothly in
IP Routing mode, some careful forward planning will be required, as illustrated in the
following examples.
Example 1
Hash Mode Static IP Address DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway
Router1 NA NA NA 255.255.255.0 BSU1 for 192.168.20.0 subnet
BSU2 for 192.168.21.0 subnet
BSU1 NA NA 255.255.255.0 Router1
BSU2 NA NA 255.255.255.0 Router1
SU1 Restricted PC1 NONE 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU2 Restricted PC2 NONE 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU3 Restricted NONE PC3 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU4 Restricted NONE NONE 255.255.255.0 NONE
PC1 NA 191.168.20.40 NONE 255.255.255.0 SU1 (via configuration)
PC2 NA 191.168.20.41 NONE 255.255.255.0 SU2 (via configuration)
PC3 NA NONE 191.168.21.40 255.255.255.0 SU3 (via DHCP)
PC4 NA NONE 191.168.21.41 255.255.255.0 SU4 (via DHCP)
Table 2-2: Example 1 configuration setting
BS1
192.168.20.1
CPE1
192.168.20.2
CPE2
192.168.20.3
PC1
192.168.20.4
PC2
192.168.20.5
ARP for PC2
Proxy for PC2
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Figure 2-8: Example 1 Network Diagram
In this configuration two subnets 191.168.20.0 and 191.168.21.0 are installed. BS1
belongs to subnet 191.168.20.0 and is connected to one of the router ports, which has
the same subnet address. BS2 belongs to subnet 192.168.21.0 and is connected to a
second router port with the same subnet address.
For PC1 to send a packet to PC2, it will first issue an ARP request, which SU1 will
respond on behalf of PC2 as part of the proxy process described earlier.
PC1 then transmits data packets to SU1, which forwards only the IP portion to BS1
after stripping off the 18 bytes Ethernet header. BS1 delivers the packet to Router1
after appending its own Ethernet address as the source Ethernet address. Router1
recognizes that the destination address belongs to subnet 192,168,20,0 and forwards it
back to BS1 via the same router port. The packet is received by SU2 via BS1 and
filtered via the Programmable Hash Filter since PC2's address is already recorded in
SU2’s database. The packet is delivered to software, which searches via its ARP table,
appends PC2's Ethernet address as the destination Ethernet address and its own
address as the source Ethernet address and delivers the packet to PC2.
For PC1 to send a packet to PC3, it will forward the packet to SU1 since the
destination address lies outside of PC1's subnet and also that SU1 is PC1's default
gateway. When Router1 receives the packet it recognizes that the destination address
belongs to a different subnet than that of the receiving port. The packet is then sent to
BS2 via the other router port and is ultimately received by PC3 following similar
process described above. PC4 cannot access the network because its IP address is not
recognized by the SU in Restricted mode.
BSU 1
191.168.20.10
BSU 2
191.168.21.10
SU 1
191.168.20.30
SU 2
191.168.20.31
SU 3
191.168.21.30
SU 4
191.168.21.31
PC1
191.168.20.40
PC2
191.168.20.41
PC3
191.168.21.40
PC4
191.168.21.41
Router1
191.168.20.1
191.168.21.1
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Example 2:
Hash Mode Static assigned IP Address DHCP assigned IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway
Router1 NA NA NA 255.255.255.0 BS1 for 171.168.20.0 and
172.168.20.0 subnets
BS2 for 173.168.20.0,
174.168.20.0 and 175.168.20.0 subnets
Router2 NA NA NA 255.255.255.0 SU4 for 174.168.20.0 subnet
BS1 NA NA NA 255.255.255.0 Router1
BS2 NA NA NA 255.255.255.0 Router2
SU1 Restricted PC1 NONE 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU2 Restricted PC2 NONE 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU3 Restricted NONE PC3 255.255.255.0 NONE
SU4 Open NONE NONE 255.255.255.0 Router2
PC1 NA 171.168.20.40 NONE 255.255.255.0 SU1
PC2 NA 172.168.20.40 NONE 255.255.255.0 SU2
PC3 NA NA 173.168.20.40 255.255.255.0 SU3
PCX NA NA 175.168.20.40 255.255.255.0 Router2
Table 2-3: Example 2 Configuration Setting
Figure 2-9: Example 2 Network Diagram
Router1
191.168.20.1
192.168.20.1
BSU1
191.168.20.10
BSU2
192.168.20.10
SU1
171.168.20.30
SU2
172.168.20.30
SU3
173.168.20.30
SU4
174.168.20.30
PC1
171.168.20.40
PC2
172.168.20.40
PC3
173.168.20.40
Router2
174.168.20.40
175.168.20.40
PCX
175.168.20.50
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For illustrative purpose, all SUs and Base Station Units are assigned to different
networks. This is possible because in IP Routing mode the PMP network can function
like a multi-port router where each port has its own network address. In this
configuration we have added Router2, which is connected to SU4 and also to PCX via
a second port with a different network interface 175.168.20.0. In order for SU4 to
receive IP packets for PCX or any unknown device that is connected to Router2, its
hash mode must be set to OPEN. For PCX to send data to PC2, it will deliver the
packet to Router2, which is PCX's gateway to the PMP network. Router2 forwards
the packet to SU4, which is its default gateway. SU4 delivers the packet to Router1 via
BS2. Router1 forwards the packet to BS1. The packet is received by SU2 and delivered
to PC2. If PC2 wants to send packet to PCX, it will forward the packet to SU2, which
delivers the packet to Router1 via BS1. Router1 then sends the packet to SU4 via BS2.
Since hash mode for SU4 is set to OPEN, the hardware will deliver the packet to
software bypassing the Programmable Hash Table. SU4 recognizes that this packet is
for a different subnet and forwards it to Router2 for delivery to PCX.
USEFUL HINTS FOR TESTING PMP NETWORK UNDER BRIDGING MODE
Before changing the Base Station Unit Configuration to VLAN switching, make sure
that the Base Station Unit and the Ethernet console are connected to a VLAN switch.
Otherwise, you will not be able to talk to the Base Station Unit again since the PC
hosting the Ethernet Console cannot send or receive VLAN frames.
USEFUL HINTS FOR TESTING PMP NETWORK UNDER IP ROUTING MODE
Make sure to configure the Base Station Unit to have the router port as its default
gateway and that the IP addresses of the Base Station Unit and the router port reside
in the same subnet. Also remember to configure the router port to point to the Base
Station Unit as its gateway.
Make sure that a SU and its directly connected devices are in the same subnet. The
subnet address of a device can be obtained by logically “AND” the device’s IP address
with its subnet mask. A subnet mask of 255.255.255.0 implies that there are 255 IP
addresses within the same subnet.
If the IP address of a PC connected to a SU is not dynamically assigned, make sure
that the PC’s IP address appears in the SU’s static IP list. Otherwise, the PC will not
be able to access the wireless network if the SU is running in Restricted mode. Also,
remember to configure the PC to point to the SU as its default gateway.
In the latest firmware release, the proxy setting is turned on automatically – don’t
change the setting.
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USEFUL HINTS FOR ANYONE TRYING TO OPERATE THE PMP NETWORK
When changing back and forth between Bridging mode and IP routing mode, always
remember to manually clear the ARP table of your PC.
Don’t just turn off the power of the Base Station Unit “at-will” because the Base
Station Unit might be saving internal variables or configuration parameters to the flash
memory at that moment. Always wait for a minute after keying in an operator
command before shutting the Base Station Unit down.
It is wise to connect a Wireless Manager (WM) to the PMP network. The WM serves
as an external data storage and configuration backup for the PMP network, even if we
don’t care about its other features. The configuration is downloaded from WM to a
Base Station Unit every time the Base Station Unit is powered up.
Always follow the simple proxy rule and fundamental principles concerning subnet
and default gateway in planning and analyzing the PMP network. A good
understanding of the basic IP Networking is needed regardless of whether you operate
the PMP network in IP Routing or Bridging mode.
If you cannot get the network to work - most likely there is a set up error. Check the
network configuration using the above hints and try again.
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3 Site Planning & Installation
The installation of a wireless network requires much the same basic planning as any
wired network. The main difference is that the wireless signal requires some additional
planning. This planning includes RF path planning, site preparation, and installation of
outdoor components such as outdoor units, antennas, lightning protection devices,
and cabling suitable for outdoor conditions.
Although the technology implemented in this broadband fixed wireless system can
make use of multipath signals, reducing the effect of obstructions in the path, it is
important that the characteristics of the path be carefully examined. With this
knowledge, components and network requirements can be correctly planned for your
specific application.
This chapter provides insight into the planning necessary to prepare your site for your
broadband fixed wireless system.
General Considerations
A basic consideration is the physical location of the sites at each end of the link.
Because microwave signals travel in a straight line, a clear line of sight between
antennas is ideal. Frequently, however, the locations of the desired links are fixed.
When a clear line of sight cannot be achieved, you must plan accordingly.
Other general site considerations include:
a. Will a tower have to be constructed? Are permits required?
b. Possibility of future obstructions-Will trees grow high enough to interfere
with the signal? Are there plans to erect buildings between the sites that may
obstruct the path?
c. Availability of grounding-Good grounding is important in all areas of the
world, but in areas prone to lightning, it is especially critical.
d. Distance between the indoor portion of the system and the user’s network.
e. The SU may potentially be served by different Base Stations. Can the best
BSU access and available sighting location be determined prior to installation.
Chapter
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The planning of a wireless link involves collecting information and making decisions.
The following sections will help you determine which information is critical to the site
and will be an aid in the decision-making process.
Weather
It is important to research any unusual weather conditions that are common to the site
location. These conditions can include excessive amounts of rain, wind velocity or
extreme temperature ranges. If extreme conditions exist that may affect the integrity of
the radio link, it is recommended that these conditions be taken into consideration
early in the planning process.
RAIN
Except in extreme conditions, attenuation (weakening of the signal) due to rain does
not require serious consideration for frequencies up to the range of 6 GHz. When
microwave frequencies are at 10-12 GHz range or above, attenuation due to rain
becomes much more of a concern, especially in areas where rainfall is of high density
and long duration. The systems discussed in this manual operate at frequencies below
6 GHz, so rain is not a concern.
Temperature can adversely affect the radio link when such as temperature inversion,
or very still air accompanied by stratification. Temperature inversion can negate
clearances, and still air along with stratification can cause severe refractive or reflective
conditions, with unpredictable results. Temperature inversions and stratification can
also cause ducting, which may increase the potential for interference between systems
that do not normally interfere with each other. Where these conditions exist, it is
recommended that shorter paths and adequate clearances are used.
WIND
Any system components mounted outdoors will be subject to the effect of wind. It is
important to know the direction and velocity of the wind common to the site.
Antennas and their supporting structures must be able to prevent these forces from
affecting the antenna or causing damage to the building or tower on which the
components are mounted. Antenna designs react differently to wind forces, depending
on the area presented to the wind. This is known as wind loading.
Note For definitions of wind loading specifications for antennas and towers, refer
to TIA/EIA- 195 (for antennas) or TIA/EIA-222 (for towers) specifications.
LIGHTNING
The potential for lightning damage to radio equipment should always be considered
when planning a wireless link. A variety of lightning protection and grounding devices
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are available for use on buildings, towers, antennas, cables, and equipment, whether
located inside or outside the site, that could be damaged by a lightning strike.
Lightning protection requirements are based on the exposure at the site, the cost of
link down-time, and local building and electrical codes. If the link is critical, and the
site is in an active lightning area, attention to thorough lightning protection and
grounding is critical.
LIGHTNING PROTECTION
To provide effective lightning protection, install antennas in locations that are unlikely
to receive direct lightning strikes, or install lightning rods to protect antennas from
direct strikes. Make sure that cables and equipment are properly grounded to provide
low-impedance paths for lightning currents. Install surge suppressors on adjacent
telephone lines and power lines.
Recommended is additional lightning protection in those regions that have extreme
lightning occurrences for cables leading to the wireless OutDoor Unit (ODU)
to/from the indoor power brick. This optional lightning protection should be placed
at points close to where the cable passes through the bulkhead into the building, as
well as near the ODU. Use the earthing screw at the ODU and use proper grounding.
CAT5 CABLE
When the entire control cable, from the building entrance to the ODU, is encased in
steel conduit, no surge arrestors are required. Otherwise, each control cable requires
one surge arrestor within two feet of the building entrance.
Note For installations with several radios, it may be more convenient to use a Type-
66 punch block with surge arrestors. A Type-66 punch block can accommodate up to
25 conductor pairs.
Interference
An important part of planning your broadband fixed wireless system is the avoidance
of interference. Interference can be caused by effects within the system or outside the
system. Good planning for frequencies and antennas can overcome most interference
challenges.
CO-CHANNEL AND ADJACENT CHANNEL INTERFERENCE
Co-channel interference results when another RF link is using the same channel
frequency. Adjacent-channel interference results when another RF link is using an
adjacent channel frequency. In selecting a site, a spectrum analyzer can be used to
determine if any strong signals are present at the site and, if they are, to determine how
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close they are to the desired frequency. The further away from your proposed
frequency, the less likely they are to cause a problem.
Antennas
Antennas frequently play a key role in reducing the potential for interference. They
come in a variety of configurations that have different performance characteristics in
the areas of gain and directionality. Antennas that transmit/receive in all directions are
known as omni-directional, while those that transmit/receive in one specific direction
are categorized as directional. Antennas also vary in beamwidth, which is the aperture
to which they can “see” signals. Larger antennas typically provide narrower
beamwidths and can diminish interference from nearby transmitters by:
• Focusing RF energy from the intended destination
• Reducing the power of interfering sources not directly aligned to the antenna
Antennas: the narrower, the better
Tsunami Multipoint Ethernet Systems use integrated directional antennas that
transmit and receive a relatively narrow beamwidth of radio energy, improving system
performance by reducing the likelihood that surrounding RF clutter will interfere with
reception. The antennas with this system are directional and can not be detached.
Type: Flat-panel antenna
Beamwidth: 60-degree
Elevation: 6-degree
Even when other licensees are not an issue, if you are using a network deployment
using the "cell" approach, all these considerations are still important to reduce
interference between your own adjacent installations. Antennas are tuned to operate
on a specific group of frequencies. Tsunami Multipoint offers a variety of channel
plans that provide a flexible tool for overcoming present and future interference. Four
non-overlapping 20 MHz channels (six total directional channels) can be used to avoid
existing traffic in the 5.8 GHz frequency band. If one part of the 5.8 GHz spectrum is
occupied when Tsunami Multipoint is initially deployed, another frequency channel
can be selected to bypass the interfering signal. If interference arises after deployment,
another frequency channel plan can be selected to “steer around” the impacted
channel. Beamwidth and gain have been optimized in this equipment.
ANTENNA POLARIZATION
The Tsunami Multipoint system uses left-hand circular polarization. As a result, the
signal is successfully received regardless of the orientation of the antenna. Circular
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polarization also provides protection against multipath degradation of the signal
quality.
TOWERS
When planning antenna placement, it might be necessary to build a free-standing
tower for the antenna. Regulations and limitations define the height and location of
these towers with respect to airports, runways, and airplane approach paths. These
regulations are controlled by the FAA. In some circumstances, the tower installations
must be approved by the FAA, registered with the FCC, or both.
To ensure compliance, review the current FCC regulations regarding antenna
structures. These regulations (along with examples) are on the FCC web site at
wwwfcc.gov/wtb/antenna/.
Path Planning
To get the most value from a wireless system, path planning is essential. In addition to
the fact that radio signals dissipate as they travel, many other factors operate on a
microwave signal as it moves through space. All of these must be taken into account,
because any obstructions in the path will attenuate the signal.
CALCULATING A LINK BUDGET
A link budget is a rough calculation of all known elements of the link to determine if
the signal will have the proper strength when it reaches the other end of the link. To
make this calculation, the following information should be considered.
A signal degrades as it moves through space. The longer the path, the more loss it
experiences. This free-space path loss is a factor in calculating the link viability. Free-
space path loss is easily calculated for miles or kilometers.
Availability represents the quality of a link. It is the ratio of the time that the link is
available to the total time. This serves as a guide to the service that you can expect, on
average, over a period of one year. Table 2-2 shows how percentage availability relates
to outage time per year.
Note: use the path planning tools located on the WMUX web site: www.wmux.com
Note You can lower the bit error rate (BER), resulting in greater reliability, by
reducing the data throughput or reducing the distance.
UNLICENSED FREQUENCIES-ISM
The FCC has identified the frequencies from 5.725 to 5.825 GHz as an Industrial,
Scientific, Medical (ISM) band. This band can be used by anyone without having to
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obtain a license. However, you must use radio equipment that is "type approved" by
the FCC or local government for use within the specific band.
Specifications
PRODUCT BURST-RATE LIMIT MODEL NUMBER
Base Station Unit 20 Mbps 40400-25x
BURST RATE D/L THROUGHPUT U/L THROUGHPUT
20 Mbps 9 Mbps 8 Mbps
Note: Above calculations are typical and based on a 50/50 down/link (D/L) up/link
(U/L) division of slots. SU throughput may be limited by a provider's Service Level
Agreement or other D/L U/L settings
TX POWER +6 to +17 dBm (into antenna port)
ANTENNA Integrated, LHCP 19dBi
RECEIVER SENSITIVITY BURST-RATE THRESHOLD
20 Mbps -89 dBm
MAXIMUM DISTANCE TO SUBSCRIBER UNIT
BURST-RATE CLOS* NLOS**
20 Mbps 6 miles/10 km 3 miles/5 km
* Clear-Line-of-Site distance is calculated for 99.995% availability assuming no obstructions in the
first Fresnel zone.
** Near-Line-of-Site distance is for a typical installation with moderate multipath/shadowing
due to terrain and structures.
SYSTEM
Operating Frequency Range 5725-5825 MHz
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Radio Access Method TDMA
Duplexing Time Division Duplex (TDD)
Integrated Antenna 19 dBi (60˚ Azimuth. x 6˚ Elevation)
Max Subscriber Units/BSU 1,023
Frequency Channels 4 non-overlapping, 5 and 6 available
Regulatory Compliance FCC Part 15.247 (ISM)
IC RSS210
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE AND INTERFACES
Ethernet Interface 10/100BaseT
Ethernet Connector RJ45 female
BSU indoor-outdoor cable Circular plastic connectors
with Category-5 cable
Standards Compliance IEEE 802.1d Bridging Mode
IEEE 802.1q VLAN
CONFIGURATION AND MANAGEMENT
Configuration via Ethernet or Wireless Manager
SNMP Agent MIB II (future release)
Security Authentication, IP/MAC Filtering
Software Upgrades Over-the-air Subscriber Unit reprogramming
Downloadable Base Station reprogramming
POWER /ENVIRONMENT /SAFETY
Electrical
Base Station Unit -36 to -60 Volts DC, 1.25 Amps
Base Station Unit Power Brick 100-240 Volts AC
Base Station Unit Power Block -48 Volts DC
Operational Temperature 0º to 55º C (indoor), -33º to 65º C (outdoor)
Humidity 95% non-condensing (indoor)
5% to 100%, condensing (outdoor)
EIVIC FCC Class B
Safety UL-1950
Environmental Compliance ETS 300 019
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
Base Station (Outdoor Unit)
Size (WxHxD) 10.2 x 24 x 6.6 inches/25.9 x 61 x 16.8cm
Weight 20 lbs/9 kg
Base Station Power Block (Indoor Unit, for up to 6 Base Stations)
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Size (WxHxD) 17.2 x 3.5 x 8.25 inches/43.7x8.9x 21cm
Weight 5 lbs/2.3 kg
Base Station Power Brick (Indoor Unit, for 1 Base Station)
Size (WxHxD) 37.4x 70.9 x 24.8 inch/95 x 180 x 63 cm
Weight 1.5 lbs/0.7 kg
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INSTALLATION Details
Base Station Unit (ODU) Pole Mounting, 1.5-3.00" diameter
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Connector kit
Other cable lengths (25 & 50m cables)
Figure 3-1: BSU’s ODU Cable Detail
Crimping Method for Connector Termination
Loose piece contacts are designed to be crimped with crimp tooling (hand tools, die
assemblies, or crimping heads), but can be done with normal hand tools. The
applicable crimp tooling for the contacts is described later. Read the material packaged
with the crimp tooling for the proper crimping procedure.
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Figure 3-2: Crimping styles and insertion
Insertion - Normally, an insertion tool is not required to insert contacts into the housings.
However, if the wire bundle is large, or if the wire is fragile, an insertion tool is recommended.
To insert a contact, grip insulation of wire (directly behind contact) and align contact with
BACK of desired contact cavity. Insert contact straight into cavity until it bottoms. Pull back
lightly on wire to be sure contact is locked in place.
Extraction - Extraction tools are designed for removing pin and socket contacts from the
connectors. Refer to the instruction material packaged with the tool for the proper extraction
procedure.
MATING CONNECTORS
These connectors have a positive lock feature which prevents accidental disengagement. Align
polarizing keys and keyways and start plug into receptacle. Rotate coupling ring CLOCKWISE
until positive lock snaps into position.
Do not use for blind mating applications.
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Figure 3-3: Indoor portion of interconnect cable
Wire Size and Preparation
Contacts are available for the wire sizes specified. Prepare wire for crimping by stripping insulation. DO
NOT nick, scrape, or cut the stranded or solid wire conductor during stripping operation.
When using twisted pair cable, one wire should be cut shorter than the other by the same distance as the strip length of the
longer wire. I
WirePreparation
Loading Contact Into Housing
Normally an insertion tool is not required to insert contacts Into housings. However, if the wire bundle is large or the individual wires
are fragile, the use of an Insertion tool is recommended.
Shield and Strain Relief
If wire at the rear of the housing is subjected to strain, use of a strain relief will prevent damage to the contacts, wires,
and housing.
Strain Relief Kits
Several types and sizes of strain relief kits are available. Shield and strain relief kits include a shield, strain relief
clamps, and two self-tapping screws. Flexible strain relief boots and grippers are used with jacketed cable (or firmly
taped discreet wires) to provide wire protection and prevent contact pullout when severe cable angle applications are
encountered, or when connectors are frequently disconnected and reconnected. Heat shrink sealing boots can also
provide a splash-proof strain relief for jacketed cable.
NOTE If a strain relief Is used on the connector, the wires may be dressed to an angle at the and of the strain relief.
However, without use of a strain relief, the wires. should not be dressed closer then 2.50 inches from the back of
the housing. To prevent damage to contacts and/or housing, avoid exerting stress on wire.
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TOOLING
AMP Hand Crimping Tools and Applicators are available for applying crimp type contacts, also Insertion Tools and Extraction Tools
assist in assembly and repair. Instruction Sheets and Applicator Instructions, describing tool operations, are packaged with the tool.
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INSTALLING FLEXIBLE STRAIN RELIEF BOOTS AND GRIPPERS
Proceed as follows:
1. Install boot and gripper on cable before removing cable jacket. Slide boot onto cable flexible end first.
Slide gripper onto cable slotted and first.
2. Crimp contacts to wires according to instructional material packaged with crimp tooling.
3. Insert contacts into housing according to instructions packaged with connector.
4. Thread gripper onto connector. Thread boot onto gripper until wire is tight. Do NOT over tighten.
Over tightening of gripper on flexible boot can fracture boot.
Some threads on gripper may be exposed on larger diameter wire.
Figure 3-3: IDU to ODU cable
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Figure 3-4: IDU to ODU cable w/separate power plug
Alternative Method of Connection
Another method that is acceptable is to use what are called “jelly beans” or Telephone
Wire Tap Connectors. These moisture resistant and easy to install devices have been
used by the telephone industry for years both indoors and out (for this installation,
recommendation is for using only indoors). These can be purchased at many
electronic supply stores worldwide including Radio Shack (part #64-3081), Tandy or
through most well stocked DYI stores. For this method, you will need eight (8) of
these devices per cable.
Where you had to cut the cable for entry or egress, strip back the outer CAT5 cable
jacket about two (2) inches on each side of the cut – do not strip the individual wires
leaving bare copper! Into each 2-wire Tap Connector, push in the like colored wires
from each cable end firmly and equally into the Tap. While holding the wires in firmly,
squeeze the button with wide pliers to equally force the button into the Tap. If
properly done, the button will now be flush with the rest of the Tap Connector body
and the two wires will not pull out. Continue with the installation of seven (7) more of
Self-stripping tap connectors permit a
continuous feed or loop without interruptions
and let you splice wires without cutting any
conductors. The connectors can be used with
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these Taps being sure that each wire from the ends of each severed cables match
exactly in color per each Telephone-type Wire Tap Connector.
Refer to the table below that provides the details on each of the eight (8) wires that will
need to be spliced from one cable to the like color on the other cable. After
successfully installing the wire tap devices, the severed cable will carry the Ethernet
and voltages necessary for operation.
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4 Set-up Procedure
Please read this section completely before attempting to install any software, test or
operate this system.
Permanent damage to the equipment can result if directions are not followed
exactly as provided.
Important Configuration Notes
NOTES:
1) When powering up with frame sync set to independent, the transmitter power
is disabled for up to 10 seconds
2) When powering up with frame sync set to multi-sector, the transmitter power
is disabled for up to 5.5 minutes
3) When changing frequency or inbound slot configurations with frame-sync set
to independent, the transmitter power is disabled for 5 seconds.
4) When changing frequency or inbound slot configurations with frame-sync set
to multi-sector, the transmitter power is disabled for 3 minutes.
The Base Station Configuration program is not ultimately intended to be a user’s
interface. However, this program does provide configuration controls for this
particular system. The syntax of the data entry must be followed exactly as shown.
When a string of characters is shown in this document with quotation marks around it
(such as “IP”), do not type the quotation marks. When the letter “x” is shown within
the quotation marks, this represents a number that the operator will select based on
other factors. When the word (enter) is shown, this indicates pressing of the Enter (or
Return) key on your keyboard. Wherever there are spaces shown in the syntax of a
command, include these spaces. Commands are case sensitive.
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Unpacking the System
Pay close attention to how units are packed before unpacking.
SEE PHOTO BELOW AND NEXT PAGE FOR CLARIFICATION
The Base Station Unit (BSU), unpacking should be in the following steps:
a. Remove power supply unit
b. Remove loose cables and small mounting hardware in the bracket area
c. Remove the top layer of foam being careful not to rip
d. Remove large mounting bracket
e. Remove BSU unit
Figure 4-1: Base Unit Kit
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Mechanical Considerations – Mounting Units
The outside component of your Tsunami Multipoint Base Station Unit are designed to
directly mount to 1-1/2 inch to 3 inch pole diameters (outer diameter).
For mounting directly to a proper size pole, first attach the bottom mounting bracket
to the pole using the retainer as seen below while keeping the unit upright (lash to pole
or keep hosting rope in place). Then attach the ODU to the pole using the upper
mounting bracket, and lock into position by tightening the bottom bracket screws and
the upper arm bolts using the supplied mounting nuts. To adjust the up/down tilt,
move the arm nuts and bracket until at the right angel and then tighten all nuts as
shown. See photos and diagrams below for detail. Connect the weatherproof circular
connector from the cable from the power unit to the bottom of the ODU assembly.
Figure 4-2: Base Station Unit ODU mounting detail
FLAT SURFACE MOUNTING
For mounting to a flat surface, attach mounting bracket to the SU using bolts
supplied, and then mount to flat surface using your own hardware.
GPS ANTENNA MOUNTING
For operation with multiple base stations, the frame timing of all BSUs must be
synchronized using GPS. The GPS antenna (small metal plate with black 2x2”
antenna with thin cable) must be connected to the SMA connector on top of the
ODUnit (see drawing above). Find a location nearby where the antenna plate can be
mounted and secured with the black antenna bump up and the plate parallel to the
earth/horizon. This small antenna needs to see as much of the sky as possible to
N
ote:
Different diameter poles require
different mounting techniques.
Adapt the mounting brackets
according to the mounting pole
diameter. If the pole diameter is
larger than can be accommodated
(>3.00”), use a pair of extenders
and mount a smaller diameter
pole parallel to the thicker pole
and away from the tower.
GPS antenna connection on top
of the BSU ODU. Remove water
p
rotection cap and connect the
GPS cable with antenna.
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acquire at least one GPS satellite to extract timing signals for the ODU transmission
synchronization.
Figure 4-3: ODU with GPS antenna
Each BSU ODU must have its GPS antenna attached and mounted as described
above.
Figure 4-4: Base Station ODU
Connect the supplied cable between the ODU (pictured above) and the power unit
mounted near your PC or network. The ODU cable to the inside power unit may be
of two different styles (see Figures 2-12 and 2-13). Whichever cable, connect the
ODU with the larger of the connectors by aligning the plastic slot and then hand-
tighten the outside ring to secure and seal the connector to the ODU.
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Adjust the up/down tilt accordingly per the terrain and location of the SUs. Refer to
the following Figure.
Figure 4-5: Up and down tilt limits (-10 to +5 degrees)
Pictures helpful for installation
ODU bottom pole clamp
ODU top elevation rod attachments
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ODU bottom bracket detail
ODU top bracket to pipe detail
ODU bottom bracket
ODU power and Ethernet connector
Power supply option with user Ethernet
ODU bottom showing ground/earth wiring
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Software Installation
Use the enclosed CD and install per instructions found on the CD in the readme.txt
file.
The supplied BSU Configuration software will provide basic setup and operational
capability; and is described in section 5. For managed system operation, consider
acquiring the Wireless Manager.
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5 Advanced Setup Commands
Base Station Configuration Commands
Command to select frequency plan
Command: freqPlan <plan>
Example: freqPlan 4
Comment: The frequency plan assigned must lie between 4 to 6
Warning: This command will force the Base Station to reset automatically and come up with the
new configuration.
Command to assign the operating frequency
Command: frequency <frequency>
Example: frequency a
Comment: The frequency entered should be between a and f and not exceed the range allowed under
the current frequency plan. For example, under plan 4 the frequency selected should be
between ‘a’ and ‘d’.
Warning: This command will force the Base Station to reset automatically and come up with the
new configuration
Command to assign the first inbound slot
Command: firstInboundSlot <slot number>
Example: firstInboundSlot 5
Warning: This command will force the Base Station to reset automatically and come up with the
new configuration
Command to set the Base Station’s Inbound Power Control margin, in dB.
Command: IPC <value>
Example: IPC 10
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Command to assign the number of reserved aloha channels
Command: aloha <aloha channels>
Example: aloha 1
Comment: At least one aloha channel must be assigned. The number of aloha channels cannot
exceed 15.
Warning: This command will force the Base Station to reset automatically and come up with the
new configuration
Command to change the routing mode
Command: routingMode <mode>
Example: routingMode 0
Comment: The mode should be set to 0 for IP routing and 1 for bridging.
Warning: When the Base Station senses the routing mode has changed, it will restart and come up
with the new routing mode and force all the SUs in its sector to restart.
Command to turn the VLAN tagging on or off
Command: setVLANTag <tag>
Example: setVLANTag 0
Comment: Set the tag to 0 to turn VLAN tagging off and 1 to turn VLAN tagging on.
VLAN tagging will take effect only in bridging mode
Command to display the Base Station's configuration settings
Command: dspconf
Comment: If dspconf ? is entered, all the available configuration commands and their syntax will be
displayed
Command to change the Base Station’s IP address
Command: setIP [IP address]
Example: setIP 192.168.20.10
Command: The Base Station console will display the Base Station’s current IP address, if no IP
address is entered.
Command to change the Base Station’s gateway IP address
Command: gateway <gateway address>
Example: gateway 192.168.20.11
Command: The Base Station console will display the Base Station’s current gateway address if no
gateway address is entered.
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Command to change the Base Station’s id
Command: setID <terminal id>
Example: setID 2
Comment: If no parameter is entered the Base Station’s existing id will be displayed.
Command to set the Base Station’s subnet mask
Command: setSubnet < subnet mask>
Example: setSubnet 255.255.254.0
Command: The Base Station console will display the Base Station’s current subnet mask, if no subnet
mask is entered.
Command to activate range checking for all SUs associated with the Base
Station
Command: rangeSecurity <tag>
Example: rangeSecurity 0
Comment: Set the tag to 0 to turn range checking off and 1 to turn range checking ON. If the range
checking is on, and a SU is trying to enter the net, the Base Station will check the range
value reported by the SU. If this is the first time the SU tries to enter the net, its range will
be stored in the Base Station’s flash memory for future reference. If the SU has entered
the net before and its reported range does not match with what has been stored in the
flash memory, the SU will be denied net entry and an alarm will be sent to the Ethernet
Console and the Wireless Manager.
Command to turn the Base Station’s transmitter on or off.
Command: txPower <tag>
Example: txPower 0
Comment: If tag is 0 the transmitter will be turned off. If the tag is 1 the transmitter will be turned
on.
Command to turn the Base Station’s transmit power level.
Command: txPowerLevel <level>
Example: txPowerLevel 17
Comment: The transmit power level should be between 6 and 17 dBm.
Command to automatically turn on or off the transmitter upon power up
Command: txPowerAutoEnable <tag>
Example: txPowerAutoEnable 0
Comment: If tag is 1 the transmitter will be turned on automatically when the Base Station power up.
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Command to show the Base Station’s arp table
Command: arp
Command to ping a device connected to the BSU
Command: ping <IP address>
Comment: This command allows the operator to ping a device with the specified IP address. For this
to work, the device must be located on the Base Station side. That is, the operator cannot
ping a device connected to a Subscriber Unit from the Base Station console.
Command to turn data squelch on or off
Command: dataSquelch <tag>
Example: dataSquelch 0
Comment: If tag is 0 data squelch will be turned off. Otherwise, it will be turned on.
Command to display the firmware version
Command: version
Example: version
Comment: Response is to show the starting banner.
Command to display available commands.
Command: help
Example: help
Comment: Response is to list all available commands and their usage.
Command to set frame synchronization mode
Command: setFrameSync <mode>
Example: setFrameSync 1
Comment: Mode 0: Multi Sector (If more than one BSU in a cell site, using GPS timing is
necessary and requires that the nearby BSUs are in time synchronization)
Mode 1: Independent (Only one BSU in use, so time synchronization is not
necessary)
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SU Configuration Commands
Command to add a Subscriber Unit to the Base Station’s database.
Command: addSU <eth0><eth1><eth2><eth3><eth4><eth5><terminal ID>
Example: addSU f0f0f0f0f021
Comment: <eth0> to <eth5> is the Ethernet address assigned to the Subscriber Unit
Command to remove a Subscriber Unit from the Base Station database.
Command: removeSU <terminal ID>
Example: removeSU 1
Command to assign a VLAN ID to a Subscriber Unit.
Command: setSUVLAN <terminal ID><VLAN ID>
Example: setSUVLAN 1 2
Command to assign a subnet mask to a Subscriber Unit.
Command: setSUSubnet <terminal ID><subnet mask>
Example: setSUSubnet 1 255.255.255.0
Command to set the SU’s IP address.
Command: setSUIP <terminal ID><IP address>
Example: setSUIP 1 192.168.20.10
Comment: When an SU is created, its IP address will be defaulted to the same as the Base Station’s
IP address.
Command to display a Subscriber Unit's configuration parameters and traffic
statistics
Command: dspSU <terminal ID>
Example: dspSU 1
Comment: Terminal ID is an optional parameter. If terminal ID is not entered, then all Subscriber
Units in the Base Station's database will be displayed.
Command to display subscribe units that have entered the network.
Command: dspActiveSU
Command to add a static IP address of PC attached to a Subscriber Unit.
Command: addSUIP <terminal ID><IP address>
Example: addSUIP 1 192.168.20.10
Comment: Up to 5 static IP addresses can be entered. Once the limit has been reached, the following
warning message will be displayed “Cannot add any more static IP address”. In that case
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an existing static IP addresses has to be deleted before a new one can be added. The static
IP addresses associated with the SU can be displayed using the dspSU command.
Command to remove a static IP address from a Subscriber Unit.
Command: removeSUIP <terminal ID><IP address>
Example: removeSUIP 1 192.168.20.10
Command to disable a Subscriber Unit.
Command: disableSU <terminal ID>
Example: disableSU 1
Comment: This command will put the SU into the listen only mode. The SU will continue to receive
the outbound control messages, but will not attempt to receive or transmit user data in
the downlink and uplink direction respectively.
Command to enable a Subscriber Unit
Command: enableSU <terminal ID>
Example: enableSU 1
Comment: This command will cause the SU that has been disabled to exit the listen only mode,
restart itself and reenter the net.
Command to set the gateway address of a Subscriber Unit.
Command: setSUGateway <terminal ID><gateway>
Example: setSUGateway 1 192.168.20.10
Comment: If no gateway is present the gateway address should be set to 0.
Command to set the IP Filter mode of a Subscriber Unit
Command: setSUFilter <terminal ID><access mode>
Example: setSUFilter 1 0
Comment: Filter mode 0: “Restricted” - This is a restricted access and only PCs with a static IP
address assigned by the Base Station or an IP address obtained via DHCP will be allowed
to access the wireless network.
Filter mode 1: “Subnet” - This mode allows only PCs that has the same subnet address as
the Subscriber Unit to access the wireless network
Filter mode 2: “Local” - This mode allows all PCs connected to the Subscriber Unit’s
LAN to access the network.
Filter mode 3: “Open” - This mode allows any PCs, either locally connected to the
Subscriber Unit or remotely connected to the Subscriber Unit via a router to access the
network (not presently implemented).
setSUFilter <termid> <mode>" should be list the choices for <mode> as 0, 1, 2 or 3 instead of restricted, local,
subnet, and open. This will also need to be addressed in the BSU software help menu, which will require a
revision of this too. Currently, mode 3 doesn't work and is likely to require a firmware change in either the BSU
or SU (to be determined).
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6 Troubleshooting
Regular Maintenance
There is no regular maintenance required except to keep the surfaces free from debris,
dirt and dust.
Problem – Solution
Problem:
If the BSU operator sees "Fault: Multi-sector mode but no GPS 1PPS
messages detected - restarting GPS.”
Possible Causes:
Means that the GPS receiver is not receiving a signal from at least 4
satellites because of signal blockage or interference.
Recommended
The installer should relocate the antenna
Unsolicited Base Station messages
“100 Terminal %i and terminal %i have same Ethernet address
%x.%x.%x.%x.%x.%x\n"
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Explanation: Two different SUs have the same Ethernet address stored in the BS's
database
"101 Terminal id %i has default Ethernet address deadbecafe”
Explanation: An SU’s Ethernet address is not defined in the database
"103 DB check completed"
Explanation: Database verification is completed
“104 Save NV Networking Parameters”
Explanation: Save networking parameters into the database
“105 Save NV Calibration Parametersn"
"106 Save NV Netentry Parameters"
"107 Save NV configuration Parameters"
Explanation: NV parameters are being saved into the flash memory
"108 NV updated"
Explanation: Update of flash memory has been completed
"109 Prepare to warm start”
"110 No valid data found in config sector... default NV values are used"
"111 No valid data found in calibration sector ... default NV values are used"
"112 No valid data found in calibration sector ... default NV values are used"
"113 No valid data found in network sector ... default NV values are used"
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"114 Completed flash sector verification"
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Repair and Return Instructions and
Policy Statement
Should it become necessary to send a product(s) in for repair,
please call 408-542-5390 ext. 2 (technical support) or you may email your request to
support@wmux.com, Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm PST, excluding U.S.
holidays.
Below is a list of information needed prior to the issue of an RMA#:
• A service order number, assigned by a Western Multiplex technical support
engineer.
• Model and serial # of each unit.
• A validated failure description of each unit. Our technical assistance
personnel can assist in failure validation.
• Company name, billing, and shipping address.
• Contact person name and phone #.
• A purchase order # if the unit is out of warranty.
• A hardcopy of the PO# is required for any repair cost greater than
$1,000.00. Please fax to 408-542-3375 prior to the return of the unit.
For other warranty details please refer to the warranty page in the first section of the manual.
Policies associated with the return of product:
• RMA numbers are assigned within 24 hours of request or 24 hours after all
information is made available to WMUX.
• WMUX makes every effort to ensure a 30 day turnaround time from receipt of
product to the shipment of product back to the customer.
• Proper and adequate packaging must be used for shipments. When available the
original packing boxes should be used.
• The RMA number must reside on the outside of the box and referenced on
shipping paperwork. Product delivered without proper identification will either be
shipped back to originator or delivered to a discrepancy area until proper
identification can be made. This will cause delay in receipt of product into
WMUX.
• No more than 10 products can be returned at any one time.
Other available services:
• Expediting fees and advanced exchange options are available at per incident
rates and are subject to inventory. Options and quotes can be given to you at
the time of request.
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INDEX
A
Accessories .............................................................3-9
Antennas .................................................................3-5
ARP......................................................................... 2-7
B
Bridging ................................................................2-11
Bridging mode ........................................................2-2
Burst rate.................................................................3-7
C
Cables.................................................................... 3-14
CLOS ................................................................3-7
Commands ..............................................................5-1
Configuration ........................................... 3-8, 4-1, 5-1
Crimping ............................................................... 3-11
D
Dimensions .............................................................3-9
Distance ...........................................................3-7
E
Electrical ................................................................. 3-8
F
Filters ...............................................................2-1, 2-6
Fresnel..................................................................... 3-7
G
Gateway ..................................................................2-5
GPS antenna............................................................4-3
I
Installation................................................ 3-1, 3-9, 4-5
Interference ............................................................. 3-3
IP routing .......................................................2-5, 2-11
L
Lightning................................................................. 3-3
Link budget .............................................................3-6
M
Maintenance ........................................................... 6-1
Mechanical ............................................................. 4-3
MIB......................................................................... 3-8
Mounting ................................................................ 4-3
N
Network ..................................................2-1, 2-8, 2-12
NLOS................................................................ 3-7
P
Pictures ................................................................... 4-5
Planning.................................................................. 3-1
Problem – solution ................................................. 6-1
R
Rain......................................................................... 3-2
Repair ..................................................................... 6-4
S
Safety instructions .................................................. 1-4
SNMP ..................................................................... 3-8
Software.................................................................. 4-7
Specifications ......................................................... 3-7
T
Tilt .......................................................................... 4-5
Tools ........................................................................13
Tower...................................................................... 3-6
Troubleshooting...................................................... 6-1
Tx power................................................................. 3-7
U
Unpacking............................................................... 4-2
V
VLAN .............................................................. 2-3, 2-4
W
Warranty .....................................................................ii
Weather................................................................... 3-2

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